Asus A7V133 M User Manual

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A7V133-M  
PC133/VC133  
200/266 MHz FSB AGP 4X  
Socket A Motherboard  
USERS MANUAL  
ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION  
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CONTENTS  
1. INTRODUCTION  
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1.1 How This Manual Is Organized ................................................. 7  
1.2 Item Checklist ............................................................................ 7  
2. FEATURES  
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2.1 The ASUS A7V133-M............................................................... 8  
2.1.1 Specifications .................................................................. 8  
2.1.2 Special Features ............................................................ 10  
2.1.3 Optional Components ................................................... 10  
2.1.4 Performance Features.................................................... 10  
2.1.5 Intelligence.................................................................... 11  
2.2 Motherboard Components ....................................................... 12  
2.2.1 Component Locations ................................................... 13  
3. HARDWARE SETUP  
14  
3.1 Motherboard Layout ................................................................ 14  
3.2 Layout Contents ....................................................................... 15  
3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure ...................................................... 16  
3.4 Motherboard Settings............................................................... 16  
3.5 System Memory (DIMM) ........................................................ 20  
3.5.1 General DIMM Notes ................................................... 20  
3.5.2 Memory Installation ...................................................... 21  
3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................ 23  
3.7 Expansion Cards ...................................................................... 24  
3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure......................... 24  
3.7.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards ........................... 25  
3.7.3 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)................................. 26  
3.8 External Connectors................................................................. 27  
3.9 Starting Up the First Time ....................................................... 39  
4. BIOS SETUP  
41  
4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS........................................ 41  
4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System ...................... 41  
4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures ........................................... 42  
4.2 BIOS Setup Program ............................................................... 45  
4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................ 46  
4.2.2 Legend Bar .................................................................... 46  
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4.3 Main Menu............................................................................... 48  
4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave.............................. 49  
4.3.2 Keyboard Features ........................................................ 52  
4.4 Advanced Menu ....................................................................... 54  
4.4.1 Chip Configuration ....................................................... 56  
4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration ............................................. 59  
4.4.3 PCI Configuration ......................................................... 63  
4.4.4 Shadow Configuration .................................................... 67  
4.5 Power Menu ............................................................................. 68  
4.5.1 Power Up Control ......................................................... 70  
4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 72  
4.6 Boot Menu ............................................................................... 73  
4.7 Exit Menu ................................................................................ 75  
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE  
79  
6.1 ASUS PC Probe ....................................................................... 79  
6.2 CyberLink PowerPlayer SE ..................................................... 84  
6.3 CyberLink PowerDVD ............................................................ 84  
6.4 CyberLink VideoLive Mail...................................................... 86  
6. APPENDIX  
7.1 Glossary ................................................................................... 89  
INDEX 93  
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FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE  
Federal Communications Commission Statement  
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. 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 installa-  
tion. 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 interfer-  
ence by one or more of the following measures:  
Re-orient 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.  
WARNING! Any changes or modifications to this product not expressly ap-  
proved by the manufacturer could void any assurances of safety or performance  
and could result in violation of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the  
Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.  
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.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
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ASUS A7V133-M User’s Manual  
1. INTRODUCTION  
1.1 How This Manual Is Organized  
This manual is divided into the following sections:  
1. INTRODUCTION  
2. FEATURES  
3. HARDWARE SETUP  
4. BIOS SETUP  
Manual information and checklist  
Production information and specifications  
Intructions on setting up the motherboard.  
Intructions on setting up the BIOS  
5. SOFTWARE SETUP  
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE  
7. APPENDIX  
Intructions on setting up the included software  
Reference material for the included software  
Optional items and general reference  
1.2 Item Checklist  
Check that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items,  
contact your retailer.  
Package Contents  
Optional Items  
(1) ASUS Motherboard  
ASUS CIDB chassis intrusion detec-  
tion module  
(1) 40-pin 80-conductor ribbon  
cable for internal UltraDMA/66  
or UltraDMA/33 devices  
ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared  
module  
ASUS PCI-L101 Wake-On-LAN 10/  
100 Ethernet Card  
(1) Ribbon cable for one 5.25and  
two 3.5floppy disk drives  
(1) ASUS 2-port USB Connector Set  
(1) Bag of spare jumper caps  
(1) ASUS Support CD with drivers  
and utilities  
(1) This Motherboard Users  
Manual  
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2. FEATURES  
2.1 The ASUS A7V133-M  
The ASUS A7V133-M motherboard is carefully designed for the demanding PC  
user who wants advanced features processed by the fastest processors.  
2.1.1 Specifications  
®
®
AMD Athlon /Duron Processor Support: Supports Socket A-basedAMD  
Athlon/Duronprocessors.  
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®
North Bridge System Chipset: Features the VIA VT8363A (VIA Apollo  
KT133A) system controller with support for a 200/266MHz Front Side Bus (FSB);  
up to 1GB of PC133/PC100 SDRAM / VC 133 Virtual Channel Memory (VCM)  
SDRAM; complies withAGP2.0 specifications for 4X, 2X, and 1XAGPmodes;  
and PCI 2.2. bus interface with support for 3 PCI masters. It is optimized to  
deliver enhanced AMD Athlon/Duronprocessor system performance.  
®
Super SouthSouth Bridge System PCIset: VIA VT82C686B PCIset with  
PCI Super-I/O Integrated Peripheral Controller (PSIPC) with support for  
UltraDMA/100, which allows burst mode data transfer rates of up to 100MB/sec;  
AC97 audio; USB controller with root hub and four function ports.  
PC133 SDRAM /VC133 VCM Support: Equipped with two Dual Inline Memory  
Module (DIMM) sockets to support Intel PC133/PC100-compliant (8, 16, 32, 64,  
128, 256, or 512MB) or NECs VC133-compliant Virtual Channel (VC) SDRAM  
up to 1GB. VC SDRAM is a new DRAM core architecture that dramatically im-  
proves the memory systems ability to service, among others, high multimedia  
requirements.  
AGP Slot: Supports AGP cards for high performance, component level  
interconnection targeted at 3D graphical applications supporting 133MHz 4X  
mode.  
UltraDMA/100 Support: Comes with an onboard PCI Bus Master IDE  
controller with two connectors that support four ATA100/66/33 devices on two  
channels. Supports UltraDMA/100/66/33, PIO Modes 3, 4 & 5 and Bus Master  
IDE DMA Mode 2, and Enhanced IDE devices, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM,  
CD-R/RW, LS-120, and Tape Backup drives.  
Wake-On-LAN Connector: Supports Wake-On-LAN activity through an op-  
tional onboard Realtek Fast Ethernet Controller or an optional ASUS PCI-L101  
10/100 Fast Ethernet PCI card (see 7. Appendix).  
Wake-On-Ring Connector: Supports Wake-On-Ring activity through a PCI  
modem card that supports a WOR connector.  
USB: Supports up to 4 USB ports, two on the back panel and two midboard, for  
more peripheral connectivity options.  
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2. FEATURES  
PC Health Monitoring: Provides an easy way to examine and manage system  
status information, such as CPU and systerm voltages, temperatures, and fan  
status through the onboard hardware ASUS ASIC and the bundled ASUS PC  
Probe.  
SMBus: Features the System Management Bus interface, which is used to physi-  
cally transport commands and information between SMBus devices.  
PCI Expansion Slots: Provides three 32-bit PCI (Rev. 2.1) expansion slots,  
which can support Bus Master PCI cards, such as SCSI or LAN cards (PCI  
supports up to 133MB/s maximum throughput).  
Super Multi-I/O: Provides two high-speed UART compatible serial ports and  
one parallel port with EPP and ECP capabilities.  
Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection: Programmable BIOS (Flash  
EEPROM), offering enhancedACPI for Windows 98 compatibility, built-in firm-  
ware-based virus protection, and autodetection of most devices for virtually au-  
tomatic setup.  
Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI mas-  
ter busses to the memory and processor.  
Smart BIOS: 2Mb firmware provides CPU/SDRAM frequency adjustments,  
boot block write protection, and HD/SCSI/MO/ZIP/CD/Floppy boot selection.  
Integrated Infrared (IrDA) Support: Integrated IR supports an optional re-  
mote control package for wireless interfacing with external peripherals, per-  
sonal gadgets, or an optional remote controller.  
Desktop Management Interface (DMI): Supports DMI through BIOS, which  
allows hardware to communicate within a standard protocol creating a higher  
level of compatibility. (Requires DMI-enabled components.)  
Color-coded Connectors:To enhance user accessibility to system components and  
to meet PC 99 compliancy, major connectors in this motherboard are color-coded.  
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2. FEATURES  
2.1.2 Special Features  
ACPI Ready: Advanced Configuration Power Interface (ACPI) provides more  
Energy Saving Features for operating systems that support OS Direct Power  
Management (OSPM) functionality. With these features implemented in the OS,  
PCs can be ready around the clock, yet satisfy all the energy saving standards.  
An ACPI-supported OS like Windows 98 must be used for ACPI.  
Easy Installation: Incorporates BIOS that supports autodetection of hard disk  
drives, PS/2 mouse, and Plug and Play devices to make the setup of hard disk  
drives, expansion cards, and other devices virtually automatic.  
New Compliancy: Both the BIOS and hardware levels of this motherboard meet  
the stringent requirements for PC 99 certification The new PC 99 requirements  
for systems and components are based on the following high-level goals: Sup-  
port for Plug and Play compatibility and power management for configuring  
and managing all system components, and 32-bit device drivers and installation  
procedures for Windows95/98/NT . Color-coded connectors and descriptive icons  
make identification easy as required by PC 99.  
Symbios SCSI BIOS: Supports optional ASUS SCSI controller cards through  
the onboard SYMBIOS firmware.  
2.1.3 Optional Components  
®
Onboard PCI Audio Controller: A single chip by Creative Audio supports  
advanced Audio performance.  
®
Realtek RTL8139C Ethernet: A single chip fast ethernet controller for 100/  
10 Mbps capacity that supports WOL (Wake-On-LAN) feature.  
2.1.4 Performance Features  
Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI mas-  
ter busses to the memory and processor.  
High-Speed Data Transfer Interface: IDE transfers using UltraDMA/33 Bus  
Master IDE can handle rates up to 33MB/s. This chipset supports UltraDMA/  
100, tripling the data transfer rate to 100MB/s. UltraDMA/100 is backward  
compatible with DMA/66/33 and with existing DMA devices and systems, so  
there is no need to upgrade current EIDE/IDE drives and host systems.  
(UltraDMA/100 requires a 40-pin 80-conductor.)  
VCM/SDRAM Optimized Performance: This motherboard supports a new gen-  
eration memory, NEC s 64Mb Virtual Channel Memory (VCM) Synchronous Dy-  
®
namic Random Access Memory (SDRAM), which is compatible to the industry  
standard SDRAM. The VCMs core design provides up to 50% higher SDRAM  
speed at reduced power consumption of about 30%. This motherboard also supports  
standard SDRAM, which increases the data transfer rate (1.064GB/s max using  
PC133-compliant SDRAMs and 800MB/s max using PC100-compliant SDRAMs).  
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2. FEATURES  
2.1.4 Intelligence  
Auto Fan Off: The system fans will power off automatically even in sleep  
mode. This function reduces both energy consumption and system noise, and is  
an important feature in implementing silent PC systems.  
Dual Function Power Button: Pushing the power button for less than 4 sec-  
onds when the system is in the working state places the system into one of two  
states: sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS or OS setting (see  
PWR Button < 4 Secs in 4.5 Power Menu). When the power button is pressed  
for more than 4 seconds, the system enters the soft-off mode regardless of the  
BIOS setting.  
Fan Status Monitoring and Alarm: To prevent system overheat and system  
damage, the CPU, power supply, and system fans can be monitored for RPM  
and failure. All fans are set for its normal RPM range and alarm thresholds.  
Remote Ring On (requires modem): This allows a computer to be turned on  
remotely through an internal or external modem. With this benefit on-hand, users  
can access vital information from their computers from anywhere in the world!  
System Resources Alert: Todays operating systems such as Windows 95/98/  
NT and OS/2, require much more memory and hard drive space to present enor-  
mous user interfaces and run large applications. The system resource monitor  
will warn the user before the system resources are used up to prevent possible  
application crashes. Suggestions will give the user information on managing  
their limited resources more efficiently.  
Temperature Monitoring and Alert: CPU temperature is monitored by the  
ASUS ASIC to prevent system overheat and system damage.  
Voltage Monitoring and Alert: System voltage levels are monitored to ensure  
stable voltage to critical motherboard components. Voltage specifications are  
more critical for future processors, so monitoring is necessary to ensure proper  
system configuration and management.  
Chassis Intrusion Detection: Supports chassis-intrusion monitoring through  
the ASUS ASIC. A chassis intrusion event is kept in memory on battery power  
for more protection.  
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2. FEATURES  
2.2 Motherboard Components  
See opposite page for locations.  
Location  
Processor Support Socket A (462) AMD® Athlon/DuronProcessors ................ 3  
(NOTE: CPU thermal sensor is integrated on the motherboard,  
located near the center of the CPU heat source, just below the  
CPU socket)  
Feature Setting DIP Switches ................................................... 7  
Chipsets VIA® VT8363A (VIAApollo KT133A) system controller ....... 2  
VIA® VT82C686B PCIset ....................................................... 14  
2Mbit Programmable Flash EEPROM ..................................... 9  
Main Memory Maximum 1GB support  
2 DIMM Sockets ...................................................................... 4  
VC133/PC133 memory support  
Expansion Slots 3PCI Slots ............................................................................... 16  
1 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Slot ................................ 18  
System I/O 1 Floppy Disk Driver Connector .............................................. 6  
2 IDE Connectors (UltraDMA/66 Support) ............................. 5  
1 Parallel Port Connector ............................................. (Top) 21  
1 Serial COM1 Port Connector .............................. (Bottom) 20  
1 Serial COM2 Port Connector .............................. (Bottom) 22  
USB Connectors (Port 0 & Port 1) ........................ (Bottom) 23  
USB Connectors (Port 2 & Port 3) ......................................... 13  
1 PS/2 Mouse Connector .............................................. (Top) 24  
1 PS/2 Keyboard Connector ................................... (Bottom) 24  
Audio AC97 V2.1 Audio Codec (optional) ..................................... 17  
1 Game/MIDI Connector (on audio model only) ......... (Top) 19  
1 Line Out Connector (on audio model only) ........ (Bottom) 19  
1 Line In Connector (on audio model only) ........... (Bottom) 19  
1 Microphone Connector (on audio model only) ... (Bottom) 19  
Network Features Wake-On-LAN Connector...................................................... 15  
Wake-On-Ring Connector ...................................................... 11  
Hardware Monitoring System Voltage Monitoring (integrated in ASUS ASIC) ....... 10  
3 Fan Power and Speed Monitoring Connectors  
Power ATX Power Supply Connector ................................................. 1  
Others Onboard LED ........................................................................... 8  
SMBus Connector .................................................................. 12  
Form Factor Micro ATX  
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2. FEATURES  
2.2.1 Component Locations  
1
2
3
4
5 6 78  
24  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
8
17  
16  
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15  
14 13 1211 10 9  
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3. HARDWARE SETUP  
3.1 Motherboard Layout  
24.5cm (9.6in)  
PS/2  
T: Mouse  
B: Keyboard  
CPU_FAN  
USB  
T: USB1  
B: USB2  
Socket A  
COM1  
SW1  
PS_FAN  
VIA  
COM2  
VT8363A  
Line  
Out  
Chipset  
LED  
Line  
In  
CR2032 3V  
Lithium Cell  
CMOS Power  
Mic  
In  
CD  
0
1
2
3
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)  
CLRTC  
AUX  
JEN  
PCI Slot 1  
Audio  
VIA  
Codec  
VT82C686B  
HPHONE  
Chipset  
PCI Slot 2  
MODEM  
WOL_CON  
A7V133-M  
IR  
WOR  
SMB  
USB2  
PCI Slot 3  
CREATIVE  
CT5880  
IDELED  
HPANEL  
Grayed components are optional at the time of purchase.  
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3. HARDWARE SETUP  
3.2 Layout Contents  
Motherboard Settings  
1) JEN  
p. 17 Jumper Mode (Default)  
p. 18 200 MHz FSB Setting  
p. 18 266 MHz FSB Setting  
2) SW1_A 15  
3) SW1_B 15  
4) SW1_C 15  
p. 19 CPU External Frequency Setting  
Expansion Slots/Sockets  
1) System Memory  
2) DIMM1/2  
p.21 System Memory Support  
p.22 DIMM Memory Module Support  
3) Socket 462 (Socket A) p.23 CPU Support  
4) PCI1/2/3  
5) AGP  
p.26 32-bit PCI Bus Expansion Slots  
p.27 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)  
Connectors  
1) PS2KBMS  
2) PS2KBMS  
3) USB  
4) COM1/COM2  
5) PRINTER  
6) GAME_AUDIO  
7) GAME_AUDIO  
8) RJ45  
9) PRIMARY IDE  
SECONDARY IDE  
10) FLOPPY  
11) CHASS  
p.27 PS/2 Mouse Port Connector (6 pin female)  
p.27 PS/2 Keyboard Port Connector (6 pin female)  
p.28 Universal Serial Bus Connectors 0 & 1 (Two 4 pin female)  
p.28 Serial Port Connector (9-pin male)  
p.28 Parallel Port Connector (25 pin female)  
p.29 Game/MIDI Connector (15 pin female) (optional)  
p.29 Audio Port Connectors (Three 1/8female) (optional)  
p.29 Fast-Ethernet Port Connector (RJ45) (optional)  
p.30 IDE Connectors (Two 40-1 pin)  
p.30 Floppy Disk Drive Port Connector (34 pin)  
p.31 Chassis Intrusion Lead (4-1 pin)  
p.31 Infrared Module Connector (5 pin)  
p.32 Wake-On-LAN Connector (3 pin)  
p.32 Wake-On-Ring Connector (2 pin)  
12) IR  
13) WOL_CON  
14) WOR  
15) CPU_, PS_, CHASS_FAN p.33 Chassis, Power Supply, CPU Fan Connectors (3 pin)  
16) CD_IN, AUX, MODEM p.34 Internal Audio Connectors (Four 4 pin)  
17) HPHONE  
18) USB2  
p.34 Headphone True-Level Out Header (3 pin)  
p.35 USB Header (10-1 pin)  
19) SMB  
p.35 SMBus Connector (5-1 pin)  
20) ATXPWR  
21) IDELED  
p.36 ATX Power Supply Connector (20 pin)  
p.36 IDE Activity LED (2 pin)  
22) SPEAKER (PANEL)  
23) PWR.LED (PANEL)  
24) RESET (PANEL)  
25) PWR.SW (PANEL)  
26) SMI (PANEL)  
p.37 System Warning Speaker Connector (4 pin)  
p.37 System Power LED Lead (3 pin)  
p.37 Reset Switch Lead (2 pin)  
p.37 ATX / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2 pin)  
p.37 System Management Interrupt Lead (2 pin)  
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3. HARDWARE SETUP  
3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure  
Before using your computer, you must complete the following steps:  
1. Check Motherboard Settings  
2. Install Memory Modules  
3. Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)  
4. Install Expansion Cards  
5. Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply  
6. Setup the BIOS Software  
3.4 Motherboard Settings  
This section explains in detail how to change your motherboards function settings  
through the use of switches and/or jumpers.  
WARNING! Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate  
Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. To protect them against damage from static electric-  
ity, you should follow some precautions whenever you work on your computer.  
1. Unplug your computer when working on the inside.  
2. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. If you do  
not have one, touch both of your hands to a safely grounded object or to a  
metal object, such as the power supply case.  
3. Hold components by the edges and try not to touch the IC chips, leads or  
connectors, or other components.  
4. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the bag that came with  
the component whenever the components are separated from the system.  
5. Ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off before you plug in or  
remove the ATX power connector on the motherboard.  
WARNING! Make sure that you unplug your power supply when adding or re-  
moving system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to your  
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. The onboard LED when lit acts as  
a reminder that the system is in suspend or soft-off mode and not powered OFF.  
LED  
ON  
OFF  
Standby  
Power  
Powered  
Off  
A7V133-M  
A7V133-M Onboard LED  
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3. HARDWARE SETUP  
Motherboard Features Settings (DIP Switches - SW1)  
The motherboards onboard functions are adjusted through the DIP switches. The  
white block represents the switchs position. The example below shows all the  
switches in the OFF position.  
SW1  
1. Frequency Selection  
A7V133-M  
2. Frequency Selection  
3. Frequency Selection  
4. Frequency Selection  
A7V133-M DIP Switches  
5. Frequency Selection  
1) Jumper Setting (JEN)  
This jumper is factory set for the default [1-2]. This default enables Jumper  
mode. The default setting allows changes to frequencies to be made with the  
DIP switches. Note that the position of this jumper must not be changed.  
Setting  
Jumper Mode  
JEN  
[1-2] (default)  
JEN  
1 2  
A7V133-M  
Jumper Mode  
(Default)  
A7V133-M JumperFree™ Setting  
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3. HARDWARE SETUP  
2) 200 MHz FSB Setting (SW1_A)  
This switch setting is the factory default for standard processors operating with  
a 200 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB).  
SW1  
200MHz  
(Default)  
A7V133-M  
A7V133-M 200MHz FSB Setting  
3) 266 MHz FSB Setting (SW1_B)  
This switch setting is designed for faster processors operating with a 266 MHz  
Front Side Bus (FSB).  
SW1  
266MHz  
A7V133-M  
A7V133-M 266MHz FSB Setting  
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3. HARDWARE SETUP  
4) CPU External Frequency Setting (SW1 Switches 14)  
This option tells the clock generator what frequency to send to the CPU, SDRAM,  
and the chipset. This allows the selection of the CPUs External frequency. The  
CPU External Frequency multiplied by the Frequency Multiple equals the CPUs  
Internal frequency (the advertised CPU speed).  
NOTE: The motherboard supports PC100 / PC133 DIMMs or VC SDRAMs  
for system memory. Registered DIMMs are not supported (See 3.5 System  
Memory, DIMM).  
CPU 100.00MHz  
103.00MHz  
105.00MHz  
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External Frequency Selection  
CPU 110.00MHz  
133.00MHz  
External Frequency Table  
CPU  
PCI  
Frequency Selection Switches  
(MHz) (MHz)  
1
2
3
4
5
100.00 33.33  
103.00 34.33  
105.00 35.00  
110.00 36.67  
133.00 33.33  
[ON]  
[ON]  
[ON]  
[ON]  
[OFF]  
[ON]  
[OFF]  
[ON]  
[ON]  
[OFF]  
[ON]  
[ON]  
[OFF]  
[OFF]  
[OFF]  
[OFF]  
[OFF]  
[OFF]  
[ON]  
[OFF]  
[ON]  
[ON]  
[ON]  
[OFF]  
[OFF]  
NOTE: For updated processor settings, visit: WWW. ASUS.COM  
WARNING! Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies are  
not guaranteed to be stable. Overclocking your processor is not recommended.  
It may result in poor performance and premature wearing of the processor.  
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3.5 System Memory (DIMM)  
This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). Two sockets  
are available for 3.3Volt (power level) unbuffered Synchronous Dynamic Random  
Access Memory (SDRAM) of 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, or 512MB to form a memory  
size between 8MB to 1GB. One side (with memory chips) of the DIMM takes up one  
row on the motherboard. This motherboard also supports NECs Virtual Channel  
(VC) SDRAMs.  
Memory speed setup is recommended through SDRAM Configuration under Chipset  
Features Setup.  
IMPORTANT (see General DIMM Notes below for more)  
SDRAMs used must be compatible with current PC133 SDRAM specifica-  
tion.  
DO NOT attempt to mix PC133 SDRAMs with VCM SDRAMs.  
Install memory in any combination as follows:  
DIMM Location  
168-pin DIMM  
Total Memory  
Socket 1 (Rows 0&1)  
Socket 2 (Rows 2&3)  
SDRAM 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512MB x1  
SDRAM 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512MB x1  
Total System Memory (Max 1024MB) =  
3.5.1 General DIMM Notes  
DIMMs that have more than 18 chips are not supported on this motherboard.  
For the system CPU bus to operate at 100MHz/133MHz, use only PC100-/PC133-  
compliant DIMMs.  
ASUS motherboards support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs. This is the  
memory of choice for best performance vs. stability.  
BIOS shows SDRAM memory on bootup screen.  
Single-sided DIMMs come in 16, 32, 64,128, 256MB; double-sided come in 32, 64,  
128, 256, 512MB.  
WARNING! Be sure that the DIMM you use can handle the specified SDRAM  
MHz or else bootup will not be possible.  
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3.5.2 Memory Installation  
WARNING! Make sure that you unplug your power supply when adding or  
removing memory modules or other system components. Failure to do so may  
cause severe damage to both your motherboard and expansion cards (see 3.3  
Hardware Setup Procedure for more information).  
Insert the module(s) as shown. Because the number of pins are different on either  
side of the breaks, the module will only fit in the orientation shown. DRAM SIMM  
modules have the same pin contacts on both sides. SDRAM DIMMs have different  
pin contacts on each side and therefore have a higher pin density.  
20 Pins  
60 Pins  
88 Pins  
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The DIMMs must be 3.3Volt unbuffered SDRAMs. To determine the DIMM type,  
check the notches on the DIMMs (see figure below).  
168-Pin DIMM Notch Key Definitions (3.3V)  
Voltage Key Position  
Reserved  
DRAM Key Position  
RFU  
Unbuffered  
Buffered  
5.0V  
3.3V  
The notches on the DIMM will shift between left, center, or right to identify the type  
and also to prevent the wrong type from being inserted into the DIMM slot on the  
motherboard. You must tell your retailer the correct DIMM type before purchasing.  
This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM.  
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3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)  
The motherboard provides a Socket A, (Socket 462), for CPU installation. A fan  
and heatsink should be attached to the CPU to prevent overheating. Purchase and  
install a fan and heatsink before turning on the system.  
CPU NOTCH  
TO INNER  
CORNER  
LOCK  
LEVER  
CPU NOTCH  
AMDCPU  
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1. Locate the Socket A and open it by pulling the  
lever gently sideways away from the socket.  
Then lift the lever upwards. The socket lever  
must be fully opened (90 to 100 degrees).  
2. Insert the CPU with the correct orientation. The  
notched corner of the CPU must be oriented  
toward the inner corner of the socket base  
nearest to the lever hinge.  
CAUTION! The CPU fits in one orientation  
and should drop easily into place. Do not force  
the CPU into the socket to avoid bending the  
pins. If the CPU does not fit, check its  
alignment and look for bent pins.  
3. Once completely inserted, press the CPU firmly and close the socket lever until it  
snaps into its locked position.  
4. Place the CPU fan and heatsink on the CPU. The heatsink should entirely cover  
the CPU. Carefully attach the heatsink locking brace to the plastic clips on the  
socket base. With the added weight of the CPU fan and heatsink locking brace,  
no extra force is required to keep the CPU in place.  
CAUTION! Take care not to scrape the motherboard surface when mounting a  
clamp-style processor fan, or else damage may occur. When mounting a heatsink  
onto your CPU, make sure that exposed CPU capacitors do not touch the  
heatsink, or else damage may occur! Refer to heatsink/CPU documentation.  
NOTE! Do not forget to set the correct Bus Frequency and Multiple (available  
only on unlocked processors) to avoid start-up problems.  
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3.7 Expansion Cards  
WARNING! Unplug your power supply when adding or removing expansion  
cards or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to  
both your motherboard and expansion cards.  
3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure  
1. Read the documentation for your expansion card and make any necessary hard-  
ware or software settings for your expansion card, such as jumpers.  
2. Remove your computer systems cover and the bracket plate on the slot you  
intend to use. Keep the bracket for possible future use.  
3. Carefully align the cards connectors and press firmly.  
4. Secure the card on the slot with the screw you removed above.  
5. Replace the computer systems cover.  
6. Set up the BIOS if necessary  
(such as IRQ XX Reserved for Legacy Device: Yes in 4.4.3 PCI Configuration)  
7. Install the necessary software drivers for your expansion card.  
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3.7.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards  
Some expansion cards need an IRQ to operate. Generally, an IRQ must be exclu-  
sively assigned to one use. In a standard design, there are 16 IRQs available but  
most of them are already in use, leaving 6 IRQs free for expansion cards. If your  
motherboard has PCI audio onboard, an additional IRQ will be used. If your moth-  
erboard also has MIDI enabled, another IRQ will be used, leaving 4 IRQs free.  
The following table lists the default IRQ assignments for standard PC devices. Use  
this table when configuring your system and for resolving IRQ conflicts.  
Standard Interrupt Assignments  
IRQ  
0
1
Priority  
Standard Function  
System Timer  
Keyboard Controller  
1
2
2
N/A  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
3
4
5
6
7
Programmable Interrupt  
Communications Port (COM2)  
Communications Port (COM1)  
Sound Card (sometimes LPT2)  
Floppy Disk Controller  
Printer Port (LPT1)  
System CMOS/Real Time Clock  
ACPI Mode when used  
IRQ Holder for PCI Steering  
IRQ Holder for PCI Steering  
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port  
Numeric Data Processor  
Primary IDE Channel  
3*  
4*  
5*  
6
7*  
8
9*  
10*  
11*  
12*  
13  
14*  
15*  
8
9
10  
Secondary IDE Channel  
*These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.  
Interrupt Request Table for this Motherboard  
INT-A  
shared  
INT-B  
used  
INT-C  
shared  
INT-D  
PCI slot 1  
PCI slot 2  
PCI slot 3  
AGP slot  
Onboard USB controller  
Onboard audio/SMBus  
shared  
used  
shared  
IMPORTANT: If using PCI cards on shared slots, make sure that the drivers sup-  
port Share IRQor that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Conflicts will  
arise between the two PCI groups that will make the system unstable or cards inop-  
erable.  
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3.7.3 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)  
This motherboard provides an Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot to support AGP  
graphics cards, such as an ASUS AGP-V7700 GeForce2 GTS graphics card.  
CAUTION! To avoid damaging your AGP graphics card, your computers power  
supply should be unplugged before inserting your graphics card into the slot.  
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3.8 External Connectors  
WARNING! Some pins are used for connectors or power sources. These are  
clearly distinguished from jumpers in the Motherboard Layout. Placing jumper  
caps over these connector pins will cause damage to your motherboard.  
IMPORTANT: Ribbon cables should always be connected with the red stripe to  
Pin 1 on the connectors. Pin 1 is usually on the side closest to the power connec-  
tor on hard drives and CD-ROM drives, but may be on the opposite side on  
floppy disk drives. Check the connectors before installation because there may  
be exceptions. IDE ribbon cable must be less than 46 cm (18 in.), with the sec-  
ond drive connector no more than 15 cm (6 in.) from the first connector.  
1) PS/2 Mouse Connector (Green 6 pin PS2KBMS)  
The system will direct IRQ12 to the PS/2 mouse if one is detected. If one is not  
detected, expansion cards can use IRQ12. See PS/2 Mouse Function Control  
in 4.4 Advanced Menu.  
PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female)  
2) PS/2 Keyboard Connector (Purple 6 pin PS2KBMS)  
This connection is for a standard keyboard using an PS/2 plug (mini DIN). This  
connector will not allow standard AT size (large DIN) keyboard plugs. You  
may use a DIN to mini DIN adapter on standard AT keyboards.  
PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female)  
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3) Universal Serial BUS Ports 0 & 1 (Black two 4 pin USB)  
Two USB ports are available for connecting USB devices. If these are not enough,  
a USB header is available for two additional USB port connectors. See USB  
Headers later in this section.  
USB 1  
Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2  
4) Serial Port Connectors (Teal/Turquoise 9 pin COM1 / COM2)  
Two serial ports can be used for pointing devices or other serial devices. For  
setting up these ports. (See Onboard Serial Port 1 in 4.4.2 I/O Device  
Configuration for settings.)  
COM1  
COM2  
Serial Ports (9-pin Male)  
5) Parallel Port Connector (Burgundy 25 pin PRINTER)  
You can enable the parallel port and choose the IRQ through Onboard Parallel  
Port (See 4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration).  
NOTE: Serial printers must be connected to the serial port.  
Parallel Port (25-pin Female)  
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6) Game/MIDI Connector (Gold 15 pin GAME_AUDIO) (optional)  
You may connect game joysticks or game pads to this connector for playing  
games. Connect MIDI devices for playing or editing professional audio.  
Game/MIDI (15-pin Female)  
7) Audio Port Connectors (Three 1/8GAME_AUDIO) (optional)  
Line Out (lime) can be connected to headphones or preferably powered speak-  
ers. Line In (light blue) allows tape players or other audio sources to be re-  
corded by your computer or played through the Line Out (lime). Mic (pink)  
allows microphones to be connected for inputting voice.  
Line Out Line In Mic  
1/8" Stereo Audio Connectors  
8) Fast-Ethernet Port Connector (RJ45) (optional)  
The RJ45 connector is located on top of the USB Ports 0 & 1. The connector  
allows the motherboard to conect to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a  
network hub.  
RJ45  
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9) Primary (Blue) / Secondary IDE Connectors (40-1 pin IDE1/IDE2)  
These connectors support the provided UltraDMA/100 IDE hard disk ribbon  
cable. Connect the cables blue connector to the motherboards primary  
(recommended) or secondary IDE connector, and then connect the gray connec-  
tor to your UltraDMA/100 slave device (hard disk drive) and the black connec-  
tor to your UltraDMA/100 master device. It is recommended that non-UltraDMA/  
100 devices be connected to the secondary IDE connector. If you install two  
hard disks, you must configure the second drive to Slave mode by setting its  
jumper accordingly. Refer to your hard disk documentation for the jumper  
settings. BIOS now supports specific device bootup (See BIOS 4.6 Boot Menu).  
(Pin 20 is removed to prevent inserting in the wrong orientation when using  
ribbon cables with pin 20 plugged). If you have more than two UltraDMA/100  
devices, you will need to purchase another UltraDMA/100 cable.  
NOTE: The hole near the blue connector on the UltraDMA/100 cable is intentional.  
TIP: You may configure two hard disks to be both Masters with two ribbon  
cables one for the primary IDE connector and another for the secondary IDE  
connector. You may install one operating system on an IDE drive and another on  
a SCSI drive and select the boot disk through BIOS 4.6 Boot Menu.  
NOTE: Orient the red markings  
(usually zigzag) on the IDE  
ribbon cable to PIN 1.  
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10) Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)  
This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. After connect-  
ing the single end to the board, connect the two plugs on the other end to the  
floppy drives. (Pin 5 is removed to prevent inserting in the wrong orienta-  
tion when using ribbon cables with pin 5 plugged).  
NOTE: Orient the red markings on  
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1  
PIN 1  
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11) Chassis Intrusion Lead (2 pin CHASS)  
This requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion moni-  
tor/sensor or microswitch. The sensor is triggered when a high level signal is  
sent to the Chassis Signal lead, which occurs when a panel switch or light detec-  
tor is triggered. This function works with an optionalASUS CIDB chassis intru-  
sion module (see your vendor for more information). If the chassis intrusion  
lead is not used, a jumper cap must be placed over the pins to close the circuit.  
CHASS  
Ground  
Chassis Signal  
+5Volt  
(Power Supply Stand By)  
1
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12) Standard and Consumer Infrared Module Connector (5 pin IR)  
This connector supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared  
module. This module mounts to a small opening on system cases that support  
this feature. You must also configure the setting through UART2 Use Infrared  
(see 4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration) to select whether UART2 is directed for  
use with COM2 or IrDA. Use the five pins as shown in Back View and connect  
a ribbon cable from the module to the motherboards SIR connector according  
to the pin definitions.  
IR  
Front View  
Back View  
1
+5V  
(NC)  
IRTX  
GND  
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IRRX  
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13) Wake-On-LAN Connector (3 pin WOL_CON)  
This connector connects to a LAN card with a Wake-On-LAN output, such as  
the ASUS PCI-L101 Ethernet card (see 7. Appendix). The connector powers up  
the system when a wakeup packet or signal is received through the LAN card.  
IMPORTANT: This feature requires that Wake-On-LAN features are enabled  
(see 4.4.3 Power Management) and that your system has an ATX power supply  
with at least 720mA +5V standby power.  
IMPORTANT: Requires an ATX power  
supply with at least 720mA +5 volt  
standby power  
WOL_CON  
Ground  
A7V133-M  
PME +5 Volt Standby  
A7V133-M Wake-On-LAN Connector  
14) Wake-On-Ring Connector (2 pin WOR)  
This connector connects to internal modem cards with a Wake-On-Ring output.  
The connector powers up the system when a ringup packet or signal is received  
through the internal modem card. NOTE: For external modems, Wake-On-Ring  
is detected through the COM port.  
IMPORTANT: This feature requires that Wake-On-Ring features are enabled  
(see 4.4.3 Power Management) and that your system has an ATX power supply  
with at least 720mA +5V standby power.  
WOR_CON  
Ring# Ground  
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2
1
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15) CPU, Power Supply, Chassis Fan Connectors  
(3 pin CPU_FAN, PS_FAN, CHASS_FAN)  
These connectors support cooling fans of 350mA (4.2 Watts) or less. Orientate  
the fans so that the heat sink fins allow airflow to go across the onboard heat  
sink(s) instead of the expansion slots. Depending on the fan manufacturer, the  
wiring and plug may be different. The red wire should be positive, while the  
black should be ground. Connect the fans plug to the board taking into consid-  
eration the polarity of the connector.  
NOTE: The Rotationsignal is to be used only by a specially designed fan with  
rotation signal. The Rotations per Minute (RPM) can be monitored usingASUS PC  
Probe (see 6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE).  
WARNING! The CPU and/or motherboard will overheat if there is no airflow  
across the CPU and onboard heatsinks. Damage may occur to the motherboard  
and/or the CPU fan if these pins are incorrectly used. These are not jumpers,  
do not place jumper caps over these pins.  
CPU_FAN  
GND  
+12V  
PS_FAN  
Rotation  
Rotation  
+12V  
GND  
CHASS_FAN  
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16) Internal Audio Connectors (4 pin CD_IN, AUX, MODEM)  
These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from such sound sources  
as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. The MODEM connector allows the  
onboard audio to interface with a voice modem card with a similar connector.  
Modem-In  
Ground  
Ground  
Modem-Out  
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AUX  
CD  
MODEM  
(White) (Black)  
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17) Headphone True-Level Out Header (3 pin HPHONE)  
This connector allows you to connect a chassis mounted headphone to the mother-  
board instead of having to attach an external headphone onto theATX connectors.  
1
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HPHONE  
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18) USB Header (10-1 pin USB2)  
If the USB port connectors on the back panel are inadequate, this USB header is  
available for two additional USB port connectors. Connect the USB headers to  
the 2-port USB connector set and mount the bracket to an open slot on your  
chassis.  
USB2  
1: USB Power 6: USB Power  
2: USBP2  
3: USBP2+  
4: GND  
7: USBP3–  
8: USBP3+  
9: GND  
5: NC  
10  
5
6
1
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19) SMBus Connector (5-1 pin SMB)  
This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management Bus) de-  
vices. SMBus devices communicate by means of the SMBus with an SMBus  
host and/or other SMBus devices. SMBus is a specific implementation of an I2C  
bus, which is a multi-device bus; that is, multiple chips can be connected to the  
same bus and each one can act as a master by initiating data transfer.  
SMB  
1
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20) ATX Power Supply Connector (20 pin block ATXPWR)  
This connector connects to an ATX power supply. The plug from the power sup-  
ply will only insert in one orientation because of the different hole sizes. Find the  
proper orientation and push down firmly making sure that the pins are aligned.  
IMPORTANT: Make sure that yourATX power supply can supply at least 10mA  
on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB). You may experience difficulty in power-  
ing ON your system if your power supply cannot support the load. For Wake-  
On-LAN support, your ATX power supply must supply at least 720mA +5VSB.  
+3.3 Volts  
+3.3 Volts  
Ground  
+3.3 Volts  
-12.0 Volts  
Ground  
+5.0 Volts  
Ground  
Power Supply On  
Ground  
+5.0 Volts  
Ground  
Ground  
Ground  
Power Good  
+5V Standby  
+12.0 Volts  
-5.0 Volts  
+5.0 Volts  
+5.0 Volts  
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21) IDE Activity LED (2 pin IDELED)  
This connector supplies power to the cabinets IDE activity LED. Read and  
write activity by devices connected to the Primary/Secondary IDE and Primary/  
Secondary ATA100 connectors will cause the LED to light up.  
IDELED  
TIP: If the case-mounted LED does not  
light, try reversing the 2-pin plug.  
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The following HPANEL illustration is used for items 2226:  
*
Requires an ATX power supply.  
Speaker  
Connector  
Power LED  
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Reset SW  
ATX Power Switch*  
SMI Lead  
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22) System Warning Speaker Connector (4-pin SPEAKER)  
This 4-pin connector connects to the case-mounted speaker. Two sources  
(LINE_OUT and SPEAKER) will allow you to hear system beeps and warn-  
ings. Only SPEAKER will allow you to hear system beeps before the integrated  
audio has been properly initialized.  
23) System Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PWR.LED)  
This 3-1 pin connector connects the system power LED, which lights when the  
system is powered on and blinks when it is in sleep mode.  
24) Reset Switch Lead (2-pin RESET)  
This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch for rebooting  
your computer without having to turn off your power switch. This is a preferred  
method of rebooting to prolong the life of the systems power supply.  
25) ATX Power Switch Lead (2-pin PWR.SW)  
The system power is controlled by a momentary switch connected to this lead.  
Pressing the button once will switch the system between ON and SOFT OFF.  
Pushing the switch while in the ON mode for more than 4 seconds will turn the  
system off. The system power LED shows the status of the systems power.  
26) System Management Interrupt Lead (2-pin SMI)  
This allows the user to manually place the system into a suspend mode or Green”  
mode, where system activity is decreased to save electricity and expand the life  
of certain components when the system is not in use. This 2-pin connector con-  
nects to the case-mounted suspend switch. If you do not have a switch for the  
connector, you may use the Turbo Switch.SMI is activated when it detects a  
short to open moment and therefore leaving it shorted will not cause any prob-  
lems. This may require one or two presses depending on the position of the  
switch. Wake-up can be controlled by settings in the BIOS but the keyboard will  
always allow wake-up (the SMI lead cannot wake up the system).  
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3.9 Starting Up the First Time  
1. After all connections are made, close the system case cover.  
2. Be sure that all switches are off (in some systems, marked with ).  
3. Connect the power supply cord into the power supply located on the  
back of your system case according to your system users manual.  
4. Connect the power cord into a power outlet that is equipped with a surge  
protector.  
5. You may then turn on your devices in the following order:  
a. Your monitor  
b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)  
c. Your system power. For ATX power supplies, you need to switch on  
the power supply as well as press the ATX power switch on the front  
of the case.  
6. The power LED on the front panel of the system case will light. For  
ATX power supplies, the system LED will light when the ATX power  
switch is pressed. The LED on the monitor may light up or switch be-  
tween orange and green after the systems if it complies with green”  
standards or if it has a power standby feature. The system will then run  
power-on tests. While the tests are running, the BIOS will alarm beeps  
or additional messages will appear on the screen. If you do not see any-  
thing within 30 seconds from the time you turn on the power, the system  
may have failed a power-on test. Recheck your jumper settings and con-  
nections or call your retailer for assistance.  
Award BIOS Beep Codes  
Beep  
Meaning  
One short beep when  
displaying logo  
No error during POST  
Long beeps in an endless loop  
One long beep followed by  
three short beeps  
No DRAM installed or detected  
Video card not found or video card  
memory bad  
High frequency beeps when  
system is working  
CPU overheated  
System running at a lower frequency  
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7. During power-on, hold down <Delete> to enter BIOS setup. Follow the  
instructions in 4. BIOS SETUP.  
* Powering Off your computer: You must first exit or shut down your  
operating system before switching off the power switch. ForATX power  
supplies, you can press the ATX power switch after exiting or shutting  
down your operating system. If you use Windows 9X, click the Start  
button, click Shut Down, and then click Shut down the computer?  
The power supply should turn off after Windows shuts down.  
NOTE: The message You can now safely turn off your computerwill  
not appear when shutting down with ATX power supplies.  
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4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS  
4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System  
It is recommended that you save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS  
along with a Flash Memory Writer utility (AFLASH.EXE) to a bootable  
floppy disk in case you need to reinstall the BIOS later. AFLASH.EXE is a  
Flash Memory Writer utility that updates the BIOS by uploading a new  
BIOS file to the programmable flash ROM on the motherboard. This file  
works only in DOS mode. To determine the BIOS version of your mother-  
board, check the last four numbers of the code displayed on the upper left-  
hand corner of your screen during bootup. Larger numbers represent a newer  
BIOS file.  
1. Type FORMAT A:/S at the DOS prompt to create a bootable system  
floppy disk. DO NOT copy AUTOEXEC.BAT & CONFIG.SYS to the  
disk.  
2. Type COPYD:\AFLASH\AFLASH.EXEA:\ (assuming D is your CD-  
ROM drive) to copy AFLASH.EXE to the just created boot disk.  
NOTE: AFLASH works only in DOS mode. It will not work with DOS  
prompt in Windows and will not work with certain memory drivers that  
may be loaded when you boot from your hard drive. It is recommended  
that you reboot using a floppy.  
3. Reboot your computer from the floppy disk. NOTE: BIOS setup must  
specify Floppyas the first item in the boot sequence.  
4. In DOS mode, type A:\AFLASH <Enter> to run AFLASH.  
IMPORTANT! If unknownis displayed after Flash Memory:, the memory  
chip is either not programmable or is not supported by theACPI BIOS and there-  
fore, cannot be programmed by the Flash Memory Writer utility.  
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5. Select 1. Save Current BIOS to File from the Main menu and press  
<Enter>. The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears.  
6. Type a filename and the path, for example, A:\XXX-XX.XXX and then  
press <Enter>.  
4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures  
WARNING! Only update your BIOS if you have problems with your mother-  
board and you know that the new BIOS revision will solve your problems. Care-  
less updating can result in your motherboard having more problems!  
1. Download an updated ASUS BIOS file from the Internet (WWW or  
FTP) (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION on page 3 for details)  
and save to the disk you created earlier.  
2. Boot from the disk you created earlier.  
3. At the A:\prompt, type AFLASH and then press <Enter>.  
4. At the Main Menu, type 2 and then press <Enter>. The Update BIOS  
Including Boot Block and ESCD screen appears.  
5. Type the filename of your new BIOS and the path, for example, A:\XXX-  
XX.XXX, and then press <Enter>.  
NOTE: To cancel this operation, press <Enter>.  
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6. When prompted to confirm the BIOS update, press Y to start the update.  
7. The utility starts to program the new BIOS information into the flash  
ROM. The boot block will be updated automatically only when neces-  
sary. This will minimize the chance that a failed update will prevent  
your system from booting up. When the programming is finished, Flashed  
Successfully will be displayed.  
8. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.  
WARNING! If you encounter problems while updating the new BIOS, DO NOT  
turn off your system since this might prevent your system from booting up. Just  
repeat the process, and if the problem still persists, update the original BIOS file  
you saved to disk above. If the Flash Memory Writer utility was not able to  
successfully update a complete BIOS file, your system may not be able to boot  
up. If this happens, your system will need servicing.  
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4.2 BIOS Setup Program  
This motherboard supports a programmable EEPROM that can be updated using  
the provided utility as described in 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS.  
The utility is used if you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system,  
or prompted to Run Setup. This section describes how to configure your system  
using this utility.  
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, at some time in the future  
you may want to change the configuration of your computer. For example, you  
may want to enable the Security Password Feature or make changes to the power  
management settings. It will then be necessary to reconfigure your system using  
the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and  
record them in the CMOS RAM of the EEPROM.  
The EEPROM on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the  
computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. This  
appears during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Press <Delete> to call up the Setup  
utility. If you are a little bit late in pressing the mentioned key, POST will continue  
with its test routines, thus preventing you from calling up Setup. If you still need to  
call Setup, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by press-  
ing the Reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the  
system off and then back on again. But do so only if the first two methods fail.  
The Setup program has been designed to make it as easy to use as possible. It is a  
menu-driven program, which means you can scroll through the various sub-menus  
and make your selections among the predetermined choices.  
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key after  
the computer has run through its POST.  
NOTE: Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following  
BIOS screens and descriptions are for reference purposes only and may not re-  
flect your BIOS screens exactly.  
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4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar  
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:  
MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration.  
ADVANCED Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced  
features.  
POWER  
BOOT  
EXIT  
Use this menu to configure and enable Power Management  
features.  
Use this menu to configure the default system device used to lo-  
cate and load the Operating System.  
Use this menu to exit the current menu or specify how to exit the  
Setup program.  
To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard  
until the desired item is highlighted.  
4.2.2 Legend Bar  
At the bottom of the Setup screen you will notice a legend bar. The keys in the  
legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following  
table lists the keys found in the legend bar with their corresponding alternates and  
functions.  
Navigation Key(s)  
<F1> or <Alt + H>  
Function Description  
Displays the General Help screen from anywhere in the BIOS  
Setup  
<Esc>  
Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a sub-  
menu  
or → (keypad arrow) Selects the menu item to the left or right  
or ↓ (keypad arrow)  
Moves the highlight up or down between fields  
- (minus key)  
Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted field  
+ (plus key) or spacebar Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field  
<Enter>  
Brings up a selection menu for the highlighted field  
Moves the cursor to the first field  
<Home> or <PgUp>  
<End> or <PgDn>  
Moves the cursor to the last field  
<F5>  
Resets the current screen to its Setup Defaults  
Saves changes and exits Setup  
<F10>  
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General Help  
In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also pro-  
vides a General Help screen. This screen can be called up from any menu by sim-  
ply pressing <F1> or the <Alt> + <H> combination. The General Help screen lists  
the legend keys with their corresponding alternates and functions.  
Saving Changes and Exiting the Setup Program  
See 4.7 Exit Menu for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the  
setup program.  
Scroll Bar  
When a scroll bar appears to the right of a help window, it indicates that there is  
more information to be displayed that will not fit in the window. Use <PgUp> and  
<PgDn> or the up and down arrow keys to scroll through the entire help docu-  
ment. Press <Home> to display the first page, press <End> to go to the last page.  
To exit the help window, press <Enter> or <Esc>.  
Sub-Menu  
Note that a right pointer symbol (as shown in the left view)  
appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer indicates that  
a sub-menu can be launched from this field. A sub-menu con-  
tains additional options for a field parameter. To call up a sub-  
menu, simply move the highlight to the field and press <En-  
ter>. The sub-menu will then immediately appear. Use the  
legend keys to enter values and move from field to field within  
a sub-menu just as you would within a menu. Use the <Esc>  
key to return to the main menu.  
Take some time to familiarize yourself with each of the legend keys and their  
corresponding functions. Practice navigating through the various menus and sub-  
menus. If you accidentally make unwanted changes to any of the fields, use the set  
default hot key <F5>. While moving around through the Setup program, note that  
explanations appear in the Item Specific Help window located to the right of each  
menu. This window displays the help text for the currently highlighted field.  
NOTE: The item heading in square brackets represents the default setting for  
that field.  
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4.3 Main Menu  
When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears:  
System Time [XX:XX:XX]  
Sets your system to the time that you specify (usually the current time).  
The format is hour, minute, second. Valid values for hour, minute and sec-  
ond are Hour: (00 to 23), Minute: (00 to 59), Second: (00 to 59). Use the  
<Tab> or <Shift> + <Tab> keys to move between the hour, minute, and  
second fields.  
System Date [XX/XX/XXXX]  
Sets your system to the date that you specify (usually the current date). The  
format is month, day, year. Valid values for month, day, and year are Month:  
(1 to 12), Day: (1 to 31), Year: (100 year range). Use the <Tab> or <Shift>  
+ <Tab> keys to move between the month, day, and year fields.  
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.], Legacy Diskette B [None]  
Sets the type of floppy drives installed. Configuration options: [None]  
[360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.]  
[2.88M, 3.5 in.]  
Floppy 3 Mode Support [Disabled]  
This is required to support older Japanese floppy drives. Floppy 3 Mode  
support will allow reading and writing of 1.2MB (as opposed to 1.44MB)  
on a 3.5-inch diskette. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Drive A]  
[Drive B] [Both]  
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4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave  
NOTE: Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you  
have the configuration information supplied by the manufacturer of the  
drive. Incorrect settings may cause your system to not recognize the in-  
stalled hard disk. To allow the BIOS to detect the drive type automati-  
cally, select [Auto].  
Type [Auto]  
Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive. If automatic  
detection is successful, the correct values will be filled in for the remaining  
fields on this sub-menu. If automatic detection fails, your hard disk drive  
may be too old or too new. You can try updating your BIOS or enter the  
IDE hard disk drive parameters manually.  
NOTE: After the IDE hard disk drive information has been entered into  
BIOS, new IDE hard disk drives must be partitioned (such as with FDISK)  
and then formatted before data can be read from and write on. Primary  
IDE hard disk drives must have its partition set to active (also possible  
with FDISK).  
Other options for the Type field are:  
[None] - to disable IDE devices  
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IMPORTANT: If your hard disk was already formatted on an older previous system,  
incorrect parameters may be detected. You will need to enter the correct parameters  
manually or use low-level format if you do not need the data stored on the hard disk.  
If the parameters listed differ from the ones used when the disk was formatted, the  
disk will not be readable. If the auto-detected parameters do not match the ones that  
should be used for your disk, you should enter the correct ones manually by setting  
[User Type HDD].  
[User Type HDD]  
Manually enter the number of cylinders, heads and sectors per track for  
your drive. Refer to your drive documentation or look on the drive for this  
information. If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not  
replacing it, select [None].  
Translation Method [LBA]  
Select the hard disk drive type in this field. When Logical BlockAddressing  
is enabled, 28-bit addressing of the hard drive is used without regard for  
cylinders, heads, or sectors. Note that LBA Mode is necessary for drives  
with greater than 504MB in storage capacity. Configuration options: [LBA]  
[LARGE] [Normal] [Match Partition Table] [Manual]  
Cylinders  
This field configures the number of cylinders. Refer to your drive docu-  
mentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE: To  
make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to [User Type HDD]  
and the Translation Method field must be set to [Manual].  
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Head  
This field configures the number of read/write heads. Refer to your drive  
documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE:  
To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to [User Type  
HDD] and the Translation Method field must be set to [Manual].  
Sector  
This field configures the number of sectors per track. Refer to your drive  
documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE:  
To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to [User Type  
HDD] and the Translation Method field must be set to [Manual].  
CHS Capacity  
This field shows the drives maximum CHS capacity calculated automati-  
cally by the BIOS from the drive information you entered.  
Maximum LBA Capacity  
This field shows the drives maximum LBA capacity calculated automati-  
cally by the BIOS from the drive information you entered.  
Multi-Sector Transfers [Maximum]  
This option automatically sets the number of sectors per block to the high-  
est number supported by the drive. This field can also be configured manu-  
ally. Note that when this field is automatically configured, the set value may  
not always be the fastest value for the drive. Refer to the documentation that  
came with your hard drive to determine the optimal value and set it manu-  
ally. NOTE: To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to  
[User Type HDD]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2 Sectors] [4 Sec-  
tors] [8 Sectors] [16 Sectors] [32 Sectors] [Maximum]  
SMART Monitoring [Disabled]  
This allows the enabling or disabling of the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring,  
Analysis and Reporting Technology) system which utilizes internal hard  
disk drive monitoring technology. This feature is normally disabled because  
system resources used in this feature may decrease system performance.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
PIO Mode [4]  
This option lets you set a PIO (Programmed Input/Output) mode for the  
IDE device. Modes 0 through 4 provide successively increased performance.  
Configuration options: [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]  
Ultra DMA Mode [Disabled]  
Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity  
for compatible IDE devices. Set to [Disabled] to suppress Ultra DMA capa-  
bility. NOTE: To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to  
[User Type HDD]. Configuration options: [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [Disabled]  
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Other options for Type:are:  
[None] - for nothing  
[CD-ROM] - for IDE CD-ROM drives  
[LS-120] - for LS-120 compatible floppy disk drives  
[ZIP] - for ZIP compatible disk drives  
[MO] - for IDE magneto optical disk drives  
[Other ATAPI Device] - for IDE devices not listed here  
After using the legend keys to make your selections on this sub-menu, press  
the <Esc> key to exit back to the Main menu. When the Main menu ap-  
pears, you will notice that the drive size appear in the field for the hard disk  
drive that you just configured.  
4.3.2 Keyboard Features  
Boot Up NumLock Status [On]  
This field enables users to activate the Number Lock function upon system  
boot. Configuration options: [Off] [On]  
Keyboard Auto-Repeat Rate [12/Sec]  
This controls the speed at which the system registers repeated keystrokes.  
Options range from 6 to 30 characters per second. Configuration options:  
[6/Sec] [8/Sec] [10/Sec] [12/Sec] [15/Sec] [20/Sec] [24/Sec] [30/Sec]  
Keyboard Auto-Repeat Delay [1/4 Sec]  
This field sets the time interval for displaying the first and second charac-  
ters. Configuration options: [1/4 Sec] [1/2 Sec] [3/4 Sec] [1 Sec]  
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Language [English]  
This allows selection of the BIOSdisplayed language. Currently only English is available.  
Supervisor Password [Disabled] / User Password [Disabled]  
These fields allow you to set the passwords. To set the password, highlight the appro-  
priate field and press <Enter>. Type in a password and press <Enter>. You can type up  
to eight alphanumeric characters. Symbols and other keys are ignored. To confirm the  
password, type the password again and press the <Enter>. The password is now set to  
[Enabled]. This password allows full access to the BIOS Setup menus. To clear the  
password, highlight this field and press <Enter>. The same dialog box as above will  
appear. Press <Enter> and the password will be set to [Disabled].  
A Note about Passwords  
The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify passwords in the Main menu. The pass-  
words control access to the BIOS during system startup. The passwords are not case sen-  
sitive. In other words, it makes no difference whether you enter a password using upper or  
lowercase letters. The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two separate passwords:  
a Supervisor password and a User password. When disabled, anyone may access all BIOS  
Setup program functions. When enabled, the Supervisor password is required for entering  
the BIOS Setup program and having full access to all configuration fields.  
Forgot the Password?  
If you forgot the password, you can clear the password by erasing the CMOS Real  
Time Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the password information is  
powered by the onboard button cell battery. To erase the RTC RAM: (1) Unplug  
your computer, (2) Short the solder points, (3) Turn ON your computer, (4) Hold  
down <Delete> during bootup and enter BIOS setup to re-enter user preferences.  
CLRTC  
Short solder points  
to Clear CMOS  
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Halt On [All Errors]  
This field determines which types of errors will cause the system to halt.  
Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Error] [All but Keyboard] [All but  
Disk] [All but Disk/Keyboard]  
Installed Memory [XXX MB]  
This display-only field displays the amount of conventional memory detected  
by the system during bootup. You do not need to make changes to this field.  
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Operating Frequency Setting [By Jumper]  
When the motherboard is set to [By Jumper], this field permits external  
CPU frequency settings through onboard jumpers. Select [Jumper Mode] if  
you want to make changes to the CPU Frequency field. Configuration op-  
tions: [By Jumper]  
DRAM Frequency  
This field determines whether the memory clock frequency is set to be in  
synchronous or asynchronous mode with respect to the CPU Frequency.  
This must be set in conjunction with CPU (external) Frequency to match  
the speed of your SDRAM. When you press <Enter> on this field, the first  
available option in the pop-up menu equals the CPU Frequency you select  
for the previous field, and the second available option is the CPU Frequency  
multiplied by 4/3. To maintain and ensure system stability, DRAM Fre-  
quency is set to [100 MHz] when the BIOS setup default settings are loaded/  
selected.  
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System Performance Setting [Optimal]  
To optimize the speed performance of the motherboard circuits and the CPU,  
keep the default setting, [Optimal]. For better system stability, choose the  
[Normal] setting. Configuration options: [Optimal] [Normal]  
CPU Level 1 Cache, CPU Level 2 Cache [Enabled]  
These fields allow you to choose from the default of [Enabled] or choose  
[Disabled] to turn on or off the CPUs Level 1 and Level 2 built-in cache.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
CPU Level 2 Cache ECC Check [Disabled]  
This function controls the ECC capability in the CPU level 2 cache. Con-  
figuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
BIOS Update [Enabled]  
This functions as an update loader integrated into the BIOS to supply the  
processor with the required data. In the default position of [Enabled], the  
BIOS will load the update on all processors during system bootup. Configu-  
ration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
PS/2 Mouse Function Control [Auto]  
The default of [Auto] allows the system to detect a PS/2 mouse on startup.  
If detected, IRQ12 will be used for the PS/2 mouse. IRQ12 will be reserved  
for expansion cards only if a PS/2 mouse is not detected. [Enabled] will  
always reserve IRQ12, whether on startup a PS/2 mouse is detected or not.  
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Auto]  
USB Legacy Support [Auto]  
This motherboard supports Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. The de-  
fault of [Auto] allows the system to detect a USB device on startup. If de-  
tected, the USB controller will be enabled. If not detected, the USB control-  
ler will be disabled. When this field is set to [Disabled], the USB controller  
is disabled no matter whether you are using a USB device or not. Configu-  
ration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]  
OS/2 Onboard Memory > 64M [Disabled]  
When using OS/2 operating systems with installed DRAM of greater than  
64MB, you need to set this option to [Enabled]; otherwise, leave this on  
[Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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4.4.1 Chip Configuration  
(Scroll down to see more items as shown.)  
Onboard PCI IDE Enable [Both]  
You can select to enable the primary IDE channel, secondary IDE channel,  
both, or disable both channels. Configuration options: [Both] [Primary] [Sec-  
ondary] [Disabled]  
Spread Spectrum Control [Enabled]  
Leave on default setting. Spread spectrum typically reduces system electro-  
magnetic interference (EMI) by 8dB to 10dB.  
S2K Strength Setting [Disabled]  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
AGP 4X Drive Strength [Auto]  
Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]  
AGP Drive Strength P Ctrl [C](When AGP 4X Drive Strength set to [Manual])  
Configuration options: [0] [1] [2]...[F]  
AGP Drive Strenght N Ctrl [E](When AGP 4X Drive Strength set to [Manual])  
Configuration options: [0] [1] [2]...[F]  
AGP Fast Write [Disabled]  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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SDRAM Configuration [By SPD]  
This sets the optimal timings for SDRAM related fields, depending on the  
memory modules that you are using. Default setting is [By SPD], which  
configures the subsequent 3 items by reading the contents in the SPD (Se-  
rial Presence Detect) device. The EEPROM on the memory module stores  
critical parameter information about the module, such as memory type, size,  
speed, voltage interface, and module banks. Configuration options: [User  
Define] [7ns(143MHz)] [8ns(125MHz)] [By SPD]  
SDRAM CAS Latency  
This controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time  
that the data actually becomes available. NOTE: This field will only be ad-  
justable when SDRAM Configuration is set to [User Define].  
SDRAM RAS Precharge Time  
This controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the  
SDRAM. NOTE: This field will only be adjustable when SDRAM Con-  
figuration is set to [User Define].  
SDRAM RAS to CAS Delay  
This controls the latency between the SDRAM active command and the  
read/write command. NOTE: This field will only be adjustable when  
SDRAM Configuration is set to [User Define].  
PCI Master Read Caching  
Default: [Enabled] for Athlon Processors / [Disabled] for Duron Processors  
Leave on default setting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Delayed Transaction [Disabled]  
Default: [Enabled] for Athlon Processors / [Disabled] for Duron Processors  
Leave on default setting. Enabled, this frees the PCI Bus when the CPU is  
accessing 8-bit ISA devices that normally consume about 50-60 PCI Clocks  
without PCI delayed transaction. Select [Disabled] for ISA devices that are  
not PCI 2.1 compliant. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
PCI to DRAM Prefetch [Disabled]  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Byte Merge [Disabled]  
To optimize the data transfer on PCI, this merges a sequence of individual  
memory writes (bytes or words) into a single 32-bit block of data. However,  
byte merging may only be done when the bytes within a data phase are in a  
prefetchable address range. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
DRAM Read Latch Delay [Auto]  
Configuration options: [-0.01 ns] [0.75 ns]...[Auto]  
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Memory Early/Delay Write [Auto]  
Configuration options: [0.0 ns] [0.5 ns]...[Auto]  
Memory Data Driving [Auto]  
Configuration options: [Auto] [Strong] [Weak]  
Memory Address Driving [Auto]  
Configuration options: [Auto] [Strong] [Weak]  
DIMM Interleave Setting [Auto]  
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]  
I/O Recovery Time [Disabled]  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Graphics Aperture Size [32MB]  
This feature allows you to select the size of mapped memory forAGPgraphic  
data. Configuration options: [4MB] [8MB] [16MB] [32MB] [64MB]  
[128MB] [256MB]  
Video Memory Cache Mode [UC]  
USWC (uncacheable, speculative write combining) is a new cache technol-  
ogy for the video memory of the processor. It can greatly improve the dis-  
play speed by caching the display data. You must set this to UC (uncacheable)  
if your display card cannot support this feature; otherwise your system may  
not boot. Configuration options: [UC] [USWC]  
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4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration  
Onboard FDC Swap A & B [No Swap]  
This field allows you to reverse the hardware drive letter assignments of  
your floppy disk drives. Configuration options: [No Swap] [Swap AB]  
Floppy Disk Access Control [R/W]  
When set to [Read Only], this field protects files from being copied to floppy  
disks by allowing reads from the floppy disk drive but not writes. The setup  
default [R/W] allows both reads and writes. Configuration options: [R/W]  
[Read Only]  
Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8H/IRQ4]  
Onboard Serial Port 2 [2F8H/IRQ3]  
These fields allow you to set the addresses for the onboard serial connec-  
tors. Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2 must have different addresses. Configu-  
ration options: [3F8H/IRQ4] [2F8H/IRQ3] [3E8H/IRQ4] [2E8H/IRQ10]  
[Disabled]  
UART2 Use Infrared [Disabled]  
When enabled, this field activates the onboard standard infrared feature and sets the  
second serial UART to support the infrared module connector on the motherboard. If  
your system already has a second serial port connected to the onboard COM2 connec-  
tor, it will no longer work if you enable the infrared feature. See Standard and Con-  
sumer Infrared Module Connector in 3.8 External Connectors. Configuration op-  
tions: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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Onboard Parallel Port [378H/IRQ7]  
This field sets the address of the onboard parallel port connector. If you disable this  
feature, Parallel Port Mode and ECP DMA Select configurations will not be  
available. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378H/IRQ7] [278H/IRQ5]  
Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]  
This field allows you to set the operation mode of the parallel port. [Normal] allows  
normal-speed operation but in one direction only; [EPP] allows bidirectional  
parallel port operation; [ECP] allows the parallel port to operate in bidirectional  
DMA mode; [ECP+EPP] allows normal speed operation in a two-way mode.  
Configuration options: [Normal] [ECP] [EPP] [ECP+EPP]  
ECP DMA Select [3]  
This field allows you to configure the parallel port DMA channel for the selected  
ECP mode. This selection is available only if you select [ECP] or [ECP+EPP] in  
Parallel Port Mode above. Configuration options: [1] [3]  
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Onboard Peripheral Resource Control  
Onboard AC97 Audio Controller [Auto]  
The onboard chipset is integrated with a SoundBlaster Pro controller. To  
use it, you must enable this field. Change the default setting from [Auto] to  
[Disabled] if you want to use an add-on audio device. NOTE: To display  
the rest of the setup items, this field must be enabled (as shown below).  
Onboard Legacy Audio Support [Disabled]  
The onboard chipset is integrated with a SoundBlaster Pro controller. To  
use it, you must enable this field. Leave on the default setting [Disabled] if  
you want to use an add-on audio device. NOTE: To display the rest of the  
setup items, this field must be enabled (as shown on the next page).  
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Sound Blaster Emulation [Disabled]  
Select [Enabled] for this field if you want to use the Sound Blasteremu-  
lation feature.  
Sound Blaster I/O Base Address [220h-22Fh]  
Sound Blaster IRQ [IRQ5]  
Sound Blaster DMA [DMA 1]  
These fields set the I/O address, IRQ, and DMA channel for the Sound  
Blasterfeature.  
MPU 401 [Enabled]  
Enable this field if you want to use the MIDI device onboard.  
MPU 401 I/O Base Address [300h-303h]  
This sets the I/O address for the onboard MIDI device.  
FM Enable (388h-38Bh) [Enable (200h-207h)]  
This field enables or disables the FM modulation feature.  
Game Port Function [Enable (200h-207h)]  
Enable this field to use the game port. Configuration options:  
[Enable (200h-207h)] [Disabled]  
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4.4.3 PCI Configuration  
Slot 1, Slot 2, Slot 3 IRQ [Auto]  
These fields set how IRQ use is determined for each PCI slot. The default setting  
for each field is [Auto], which utilizes auto-routing to determine IRQ use. Con-  
figuration options: [Auto] [NA] [3] [4] [5] [7] [9] [10] [11] [12] [14] [15]  
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]  
Some nonstandard VGAcards, such as graphics accelerators or MPEG video cards,  
may not show colors properly. The setting [Enabled] should correct this problem.  
Otherwise, leave this on the default setting of [Disabled]. Configuration options:  
[Disabled] [Enabled]  
PCI Latency Timer [32]  
Leave on default setting for best performance vs. stability.  
SYMBIOS SCSI BIOS [Auto]  
[Auto] allows the motherboards BIOS to detect whether you have a Symbios SCSI  
card. If the Symbios SCSI card is detected, the motherboards Symbios BIOS will  
be enabled; if no Symbios SCSI card is detected, the onboard Symbios SCSI BIOS  
will be disabled. [Disabled] will disable the motherboards Symbios SCSI BIOS  
so that the BIOS on an add-on Symbios SCSI card can be used. If your Symbios  
SCSI card does not have a BIOS, the Symbios SCSI card will not function. Configu-  
ration options: [Auto] [Disabled]  
USB Function [Enabled]  
This motherboard supports Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. Set to [Enabled] if  
you want to use USB devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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PCI/PNP IRQ Resource Exclusion  
IRQ XX Reserved for Legacy Device [No/ICU]  
These fields indicate whether or not the displayed IRQ for each field is  
being used by an onboard legacy (non-PnP) device. The default value indi-  
cates either that the displayed IRQ is not used or that ISA Configuration  
Utility (ICU) is being used to determine if a legacy device is using that IRQ.  
Configuration options: [No/ICU] [Yes]  
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PCI/PNP DMA Resource Exclusion  
DMA x Reserved for Legacy Device [No/ICU]  
These fields indicate whether or not the displayed DMA channel for each  
field is being used by an onboard legacy (non-PnP) device. The default  
setting indicates either that the displayed DMA channel is not used or an  
ICU is being used to determine if an ISA device is using that channel. Con-  
figuration options: [No/ICU] [Yes]  
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PCI/PNP UMB Resource Exclusion  
Reserved MEM Block BASE [No/ICU]  
This field allows you to set the base address and block size of an onboard  
legacy ISA device that uses any memory segment within the C800 and DFFF  
address range. If you have such a device and you are not using an ICU to  
specify its address range, select a base address from the six available op-  
tions; the Reserved MEM Block SIZE field will then appear for selecting  
the block size. If you have more than one legacy device onboard that re-  
quires the use of this address range, you can increase the block size to 8K,  
16K, 32K, or 64K. If you are using an ICU to accomplish this task, leave  
Reserved MEM Block BASE to its default setting of [No/ICU]. Configu-  
ration options: [No/ICU] [C800] [CC00] [D000] [D400] [D800] [DC00]  
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4.4.4 Shadow Configuration  
Video ROM BIOS Shadow [Enabled]  
This field allows you to change the video BIOS location from ROM to  
RAM. Relocating to RAM enhances system performance, as information  
access is faster than the ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
C8000-DFFFF Shadow [Disabled]  
These fields are used for shadowing other expansion card ROMs. If you  
install other expansion cards with ROMs on them, you will need to know  
which addresses the ROMs use to shadow them specifically. Shadowing a  
ROM reduces the memory available between 640K and 1024K by the amount  
used for this purpose. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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4.5 Power Menu  
The Power menu allows you to reduce power consumption. This feature turns off the  
video display and shuts down the hard disk after a period of inactivity.  
Power Management [User Define]  
This option must be enabled to use any of the automatic power saving features. If  
this menu item is set to [Disabled], power management features will not function  
regardless of other field settings on this menu. The [User Define] option allows you  
to make your own selections in the Power menu. When set to [Max Saving], system  
power will be conserved to its greatest amount. The Suspend Mode field will then  
be set to predefined value that ensures maximum power savings.  
This field acts as the master control for the power management modes. [Max Sav-  
ing] puts the system into power saving mode after a brief period of system inactiv-  
ity; [Min Saving] is almost the same as [Max Saving] except that the system inactiv-  
ity period is longer; [Disabled] disables the power saving features; [User Define]  
allows you to set power saving options according to your preference. Configuration  
options: [User Define] [Disabled] [Min Saving] [Max Saving]  
IMPORTANT:Advanced Power Management (APM) should be installed to keep  
the system time updated when the computer enters suspend mode activated by  
the BIOS Power Management. For DOS environments, you need to add the  
statement, DEVICE=C:\DOS\POWER.EXE, to your CONFIG.SYS file. For  
Windows 3.x and Windows 95, you need to install Windows with the APM  
feature. For Windows 98 and later, APM is automatically installed. A battery  
and power cord icon labeled Power Managementwill appear in the Control  
Panel.Choose Advancedin the Power Management Properties dialog box.  
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Video Off Option [Suspend -> Off ]  
This field determines when to activate the video off feature for monitor  
power management. Configuration options: [Always On] [Suspend -> Off]  
Video Off Method [DPMS OFF]  
This field defines the video off features. The DPMS (Display Power Manage-  
ment System) feature allows the BIOS to control the video display card if it  
supports the DPMS feature. [Blank Screen] only blanks the screen (use this  
for monitors without power management or greenfeatures. If set up in your  
system, your screen saver will not display with [Blank Screen] selected). [V/  
H SYNC+Blank] blanks the screen and turns off vertical and horizontal scan-  
ning. Configuration options: [Blank Screen] [V/H SYNC+Blank] [DPMS  
Standby] [DPMS Suspend] [DPMS OFF] [DPMS Reduce ON]  
HDD Power Down [Disabled]  
Shuts down any IDE hard disk drives in the system after a period of inac-  
tivity as set in this user-configurable field. This feature does not affect  
SCSI hard drives. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1 Min] [2 Min] [3  
Min]...[15 Min]  
CPU Fan in Standby Mode [On]  
The CPU fan may be placed into standby mode using this control.  
Configuration options: [On] [Off]  
Suspend Mode [Disabled]  
Sets the time period before the system goes into suspend mode. Configu-  
ration options: [Disabled] [30 Sec] [1 Min]... [40 Min]  
PWR Button < 4 Secs [Soft Off]  
When set to [Soft off], the ATX switch can be used as a normal system  
power-off button when pressed for less than 4 seconds. [Suspend] allows  
the button to have a dual function where pressing less than 4 seconds will  
place the system in sleep mode. Regardless of the setting, holding the ATX  
switch for more than 4 seconds will power off the system. Configuration  
options: [Soft off] [Suspend]  
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4.5.1 Power Up Control  
AC PWR Loss Restart [Disabled]  
This allows you to set whether you want your system to reboot after the  
power has been interrupted. [Disabled] leaves your system off and [En-  
abled] reboots your system. [Previous State] sets your system back to the  
state it is before the power interruption. Configuration options: [Disabled]  
[Enabled] [Previous State]  
PWR Up On External Modem Act [Enabled]  
This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the  
computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in  
Soft-off mode. NOTE: The computer cannot receive or transmit data until  
the computer and applications are fully running. Thus connection cannot be  
made on the first try. Turning an external modem off and then back on while  
the computer is off causes an initialization string that will also cause the  
system to power on. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Wake On LAN or PCI Modem [Disabled]  
Wake-On-LAN/PCI Modem allows your computer to be booted from an-  
other computer via a network by sending a wake-up frame or signal. Con-  
figuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
IMPORTANT:This feature requires an optional network interface card with Wake-  
On-LAN and an ATX power supply with at least 720mA +5V standby power.  
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Automatic Power Up [Disabled]  
This allows an unattended or automatic system power up. You may config-  
ure your system to power up at a certain time of the day by selecting [Every-  
day] or at a certain time and day by selecting [By Date]. NOTE: Automatic  
Power Up will not work if the system is powered down by operating sys-  
tems, such as Windows 98, that have ACPI support enabled. Configuration  
options: [Disabled] [Everyday] [By Date]  
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4.5.2 Hardware Monitor  
MB Temperature [xxxC/xxxF]  
CPU Temperature [xxxC/xxxF]  
The onboard hardware monitor is able to detect the MB (motherboard) and  
CPU temperatures. Set to [Ignore] only if necessary.  
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]  
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]  
The onboard hardware monitor is able to detect the CPU fan speed and the  
chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). The presence of the fans is  
automatically detected. Set to [Ignore] only if necessary.  
VCORE Voltage, +3.3V Voltage, +5V Voltage, +12V Voltage [xx.xxV]  
686B Voltage  
The onboard hardware monitor is able to detect the voltage output by the  
onboard voltage regulators. Set to [Ignore] only if necessary.  
NOTE: If any of the monitored items is out of range, an error message will  
appear: Hardware Monitor found an error. Enter Power setup menu for  
details. You will then be prompted to Press F1 to continue, DEL to enter  
SETUP.  
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4.6 Boot Menu  
Boot Sequence  
The Boot menu allows you to select among the four possible types of boot  
devices listed using the up and down arrow keys. By using the <+> or <Space>  
key, you can promote devices and by using the <-> key, you can demote  
devices. Promotion or demotion of devices alters the priority which the sys-  
tem uses to search for a boot device on system power up. Configuration fields  
include Removable Devices, IDE Hard Drive, ATAPI CD-ROM, and Other  
Boot Device.  
Removable Device [Legacy Floppy]  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Legacy Floppy] [LS120] [ZIP-100]  
[ATAPI MO] [USB FDD] [USB ZIP]  
IDE Hard Drive  
This field allows you to select which IDE hard disk drive to use in the boot  
sequence. Pressing [Enter] will show the product IDs of all connected IDE  
hard disk drives.  
ATAPI CD-ROM  
This field allows you to select which ATAPI CD-ROM drive to use in the  
boot sequence. Pressing [Enter] will show the product IDs of all your con-  
nected ATAPI CD-ROM drives.  
IMPORTANT: Make sure the ATAPI CD-ROM drive that you want to use in the  
boot sequence is connected to either the PRIMARY or SECONDARY IDE con-  
nectors, not to the ATA100 connectors. Currently, the Promise® Ultra DMA/100  
chip does not support this feature.  
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Other Boot Device Select [INT18 Device (Network)]  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [SCSI/OnboardATABoot Device] [INT18  
Device (Network)] [LANDesk (R) Service Agent]  
Plug & Play O/S [No]  
This field allows you to use a Plug-and-Play (PnP) operating system to con-  
figure the PCI bus slots instead of using the BIOS. When [Yes] is selected,  
interrupts may be reassigned by the OS. When a non-PnP OS is installed or  
you want to prevent reassigning of interrupt settings, select the default set-  
ting of [No]. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]  
Reset Configuration Data [No]  
The Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) contain information about  
non-PnP devices. It can also hold the complete record of how the system  
was configured the last time it was booted. Select [Yes] only if you want to  
clear these data during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Configuration op-  
tions: [No] [Yes]  
Boot Virus Detection [Enabled]  
This field allows you to set boot virus detection, ensuring a virus-free boot  
sector. The system halts and displays a warning message when it detects a  
virus. If this occurs, you can either allow the operation to continue or use a  
virus-free bootable floppy disk to restart and investigate your system. Con-  
figuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Quick Power On Self Test [Enabled]  
This field speeds up the Power-On-Self Test (POST) routine by skipping  
retesting a second, third, and fourth time. Configuration options: [Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]  
When enabled, the BIOS will seek the floppy disk drive to determine whether  
the drive has 40 or 80 tracks. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Primary VGA BIOS [PCI Card]  
If your computer has both PCI andAGP VGA cards, this field allows ¥ou to  
select which of the cards will act as your primary graphics card. [AGP Card]  
uses the AGP card as your primary card. The default, [PCI Card], allows  
your PCI graphics card to take precedence when detected. Configuration  
options: [PCI Card] [AGP Card]  
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4.7 Exit Menu  
Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the  
Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup. Select Exit  
from the menu bar to display the following menu:  
NOTE: Pressing <Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the  
options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit this menu.  
Exit Saving Changes  
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the  
Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.  
The CMOS RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on  
even when the PC is turned off. Once this option is selected, a confirmation  
is asked. Select [Yes] to save changes and exit.  
NOTE: If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your  
changes, the program will prompt you with a message asking if you want  
to save your changes before exiting. Pressing <Enter> will then save changes  
while exiting.  
Exit Discarding Changes  
This option should only be used if you do not want to save the changes you  
have made to the Setup program. If you have made changes to fields other  
than system date, system time, and password, the system will ask for con-  
firmation before exiting.  
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Load Setup Defaults  
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters  
on the Setup menus. When this option is selected or if <F5> is pressed, a  
confirmation is requested. Select [Yes] to load default values. You can now  
select Exit Saving Changes or make other changes before saving the val-  
ues to the non-volatile RAM.  
Discard Changes  
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the  
values you previously saved. After selecting this option, a confirmation is  
requested. Select [Yes] to discard any changes and load the previously saved  
values.  
Save Changes  
This option saves your selections without exiting the Setup program. You  
can then return to other menus and make changes. After selecting this op-  
tion, all selections are saved and a confirmation is requested. Select [Yes] to  
save any changes to the non-volatile RAM.  
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5.1 Install Operating System  
You should always use the latest operating system and updates when using new  
hardware to ensure full compliancy. You may use any version of Windows 98/2000/  
Millenium, but for Windows 95, you must use OSR 2.0 or later. For Windows NT  
4.0, you must use Service Pack 3.0 or later.  
5.2 Start Windows  
When you start Windows 98 for the first time after installing your motherboard,  
Windows will detect all plug-and play devices. Follow theAdd New Hardware Wiz-  
ard to install all necessary device drivers. When prompted to restart, select No and  
then follow the setup procedures in this section.  
NOTE: Because there are various motherboard settings, options, and expansion  
cards, the following can only be used as a general reference and may not reflect  
exactly the screen contents displayed on your screen.  
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5.3 A7V133-M Series Motherboard Support  
CD  
NOTE: The support CD contents are subject to change at any time without notice.  
To begin using your support CD disc, just insert it into your CD-ROM drive and the  
support CD installation menu should appear. If the menu does not appear, double-  
click or run D:\ASSETUP.EXE (assuming that your CD-ROM drive is drive D:).  
VIA 4 in 1 drivers: Installs Bus Master PCI IDE Driver, AGP VxD Driver, VIA  
Chipset Functions Registry, and IRQ Routing Miniport Driver.  
VIA Bus Master PCI IDE Driver: Installs Bus Master PCI IDE Driver only.  
Audio Driver: (optional) Installs the necessary audio drivers for the onboard au-  
dio CODEC.  
USB patch file for AMD K7: Installs a updates for AMD CPUs.  
ASUS PC Probe Vx.xx: Installs a smart utility to monitor your computers fan,  
temperature, and voltages.  
ASUS Update Vx.xx: Installs ASUS\Update to help you update your BIOS or  
download BIOS image file from the Internet.  
Microsoft DirectX 8.0 Driver: Installs Microsoft Direct X components.  
PC-CILLIN 2000 Vx.xx: Installs the PC-cillin virus protection software. View  
the online help for more information.  
ADOBE Acrobat Reader Vx.xx: Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader software neces-  
sary to view users manuals saved in PDF format. Updated or other language versions of  
this motherboard's manual is available in PDF format at any of our web sites.  
Install Cyberlink Video and Audio Applications: (optional) Installs Cyberlink  
PowerPlayer SE, PowerDVD Trial, and Cyberlink VideoLive Mail.  
(TO SEE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS, CLICK RIGHT ARROW ON THE LOWER-RIGHT CORNER.)  
ASUS Screen Saver: Installs the ASUS screen saver.  
Show Motherboard Information: Allows you to view information about your  
motherboard, such as product name, BIOS version, and CPU.  
Browse Support CD: Allows you to view the contents of the CD.  
ReadMe: Allows you to view the support CD file list and contact information.  
Exit: Exits the CD installation menu.  
(TO RETURN TO THE MAIN MENU, CLICK LEFTARROW ON THE LOWER-RIGHT CORNER.)  
Additonal CD Content: Flash BIOS writer in the AFLASH folder  
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6.1 ASUS PC Probe  
ASUS PC Probe is a convenient utility to continuously monitor your com-  
puter systems vital components, such as fan rotations, voltages, and tem-  
peratures. It also has a utility that lets you review useful information about  
your computer, such as hard disk space, memory usage, and CPU type, CPU  
speed, and internal/external frequencies through the DMI Explorer.  
6.1.1 Starting ASUS PC Probe  
WhenASUS PC Probe starts, a splash screen appears allowing you to select  
whether to show the screen again when you open PC Probe or not. To by-  
pass this startup screen, clear the Show up in next execution check box.  
To open ASUS PC Probe, click the Windows Start button, point to Pro-  
grams, and then ASUS Utility, and then click Probe Vx.xx.  
The PC Probe icon  
will appear on the taskbars system tray indicating  
that ASUS PC Probe is running. Clicking the icon will allow you to see the  
status of your PC.  
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6.1.2 Using ASUS PC Probe  
Monitoring  
Monitor Summary  
Shows a summary of the items being  
monitored.  
Temperature Monitor  
Shows the PCs temperature (for  
supported processors only).  
Temperature Warning  
threshold adjustment  
(Move the slider up to increase the  
threshold level or down to decrease  
the threshold level)  
Fan Monitor  
Shows the PCs fan rotation.  
Fan Warning  
threshold adjustment  
(Move the slider up to increase the  
threshold level or down to decrease  
the threshold level)  
Voltage Monitor  
Shows the PCs voltages.  
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Settings  
Lets you set threshold levels and poll-  
ing intervals or refresh times of the PCs  
temperature, fan rotation, and voltages.  
CPU Cooling System Setup  
Lets you select when to enable software CPU  
cooling. When When CPU Overheated is selected,  
the CPU cooling system is enabled whenever the  
CPU temperature reaches the threshold value.  
History  
Lets you record the monitoring activ-  
ity of a certain component of your PC  
for future reference.  
Fan Control  
Lets you enable/disable Smart Fan  
Control. Smart Fan Control adjusts the  
fan speed automatically based on the  
current CPU temperature and pre-  
defined threshold.  
NOTE: This feature is not available on  
ASUS Probe version 2.12.01/2.12.02  
Information  
Hard Drives  
Shows the used and free space of the  
PCs hard disk drives and the file allo-  
cation table or file system used.  
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Memory  
Shows the PCs memory load, memory  
usage, and paging file usage.  
Device Summary  
Shows a summary of devices in your PC.  
DMI Explorer  
Shows information pertinent to the PC,  
such as CPU type, CPU speed, and in-  
ternal/external frequencies, and memory  
size.  
Utility  
Lets you run programs outside of the  
ASUS Probe modules. To run a program,  
click Execute Program. NOTE: This  
feature is currently unavailable.  
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6.1.3 ASUS PC Probe Task Bar Icon  
Right clicking the PC Probe  
icon will bring up a menu to  
open or exit ASUS PC Probe  
and pause or resume all sys-  
tem monitoring.  
When the ASUS PC Probe  
senses a problem with your  
PC, portions of the ASUS PC  
Probe icon changes to red, the  
PC speaker beeps, and the  
ASUS PC Probe monitor is dis-  
played.  
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6.2 CyberLink PowerPlayer SE  
CyberLink PowerPlayer SE is an intelligent software player that can automatically  
detect and playback all kinds of video/audio files, CD and MP3 files as well. This is  
the only software you need for all types of video and audio files. No need to waste  
time identifying your file types.  
6.2.1 Starting CyberLink PowerPlayer SE  
To start CyberLink Power Player, click the Windows Start button, point  
to Programs, and then CyberLink PowerPlayer SE, and then click  
PowerPlayer.  
6.2.2 CyberLink PowerPlayer Control Panel  
Minimize  
Zoom  
Eject  
Help  
About  
Power Off  
Stop  
Backward Scan  
Forward Scan  
Step Frame  
Backstep Frame  
Previous  
Next  
Play  
Stop  
Configuration  
i-Power!  
Increase Volume  
CD Mode  
Shuffle  
Mute  
Decrease Volume  
Karaoke  
Next angle Next audio stream Next subtitle  
Add bookmark  
Capture frame  
Go-Up  
Repeat  
Menu  
Go to bookmark  
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6.3 CyberLink PowerDVD  
CyberLink PowerDVD is the flagship of CyberLinks complete range of video and  
audio software products. It features unrivaled functions allowing users to view high  
quality video and media-rich DVD contents on the personal computer. With the i-  
Power Internet Enabling feature, PowerDVD opens DVD enthusiasts to on-line DVD  
resources via the PowerDVD Desktop Portal Page.  
6.3.1 Starting CyberLink PowerDVD  
To start CyberLink PowerDVD, click the Windows Start button, point to  
Programs, and then CyberLink PowerDVD, and then click PowerDVD.  
6.3.2 CyberLink PowerDVD User Interface  
Minimize  
Exit  
Main Display  
Full Screen / CD/File  
Video Window Mode  
Control  
Panel  
(closed)  
Control  
Wheel  
Functions  
Help Eject  
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6.4 CyberLink VideoLive Mail  
CyberLinks VideoLive Mail Plus Ver 3.0 (a.k.a. VLM 3) is a convenient and excel-  
lent way to create professional quality video mails from PC video/audio input de-  
vices and to send the mails to any recipients via VLM 3s built-in e-mail system  
through the Internet. VLM 3s mails comprise video, sound, or snapshot informa-  
tion; and thus may convey the most profound information to target audiences. It is  
very convenient for mail recipients who do not need to install additional software  
component in order to view VLM 3 mails.  
VLM 3 works as a very applicant sales tool. It efficiently delivers profound and live  
product information to your target customers without costing a fortune. VLM 3 also  
helps corporate managers easily give vivid speeches and broadcast through corpo-  
rate E-mail system. For personal or home users, VLM 3 easily records live video  
clips allowing users to send them to friends or family members across the Internet.  
VLM 3 loads video messages from PC cameras, digital camcorders, analog camcorder  
via video capture cards, or from an existing AVI video clips, and captures audio  
messages from PC microphones. Video and audio messages are encoded at a very  
high compressed rate in a real-time mode. From data input, data conversion, to  
sending video mails via Internet, or saving data to disks, the whole procedure is  
done in an easy and continuous process.  
VLM 3s video clip compression rate is up to 1:900, and its playback rate is up to 30  
frame per second. VLM 3 provides CIF (352 x 288 pixel) display resolution, and  
support true color configuration. A one-minute video mail with QCIF (176 x 144)  
resolution takes up less than 500KB of memory, making it easy to transmit and save  
mail. Users may always adjust resolution and recording parameters for different  
purpose.  
VLM 3 supports all the hardware devices that are compliant with Video for Win-  
dows standard. Video for Windows is a well-accepted and well-tested standard. Thus,  
users do not have to worry about compatibility issues.  
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6.4.1 Starting VideoLive Mail  
To start VideoLive Mail, click the Windows Start button, point to Programs, and  
then CyberLink VideoLive Mail, and then click VideoLive Mail x.x. VLM 3s  
Setup Wizard will start and guide you through configuring the video and audio input  
peripherals and to setup the e-mail environment.  
1. Setup Wizard first will prompt a dialog to confirm that you want to configure  
the hardware and E-mail setting. Click Yes to continue the system parameter  
configuration.  
2. The e-mail configuration screen appears. You will need to enter your name and  
the e-mail address. Click Next to continue.  
3. The Internet e-mail configuration screen appears. You may choose to use the  
VLM 3 built-in E-mail functionality (SMTP mail), or use MAPI compliant e-  
mail system. Consult your ISP or MIS staff for the E-mail server IP address if  
you are not sure. Click Next to continue.  
4. Then the Video Configuration screen shows up. You may have to specify the  
video driver for VLM 3, if there are several video-input devices installed. Then  
configure the number of video frames to be captured per second. Note that the  
more frames you choose, the bigger the file size will be. Click Next to continue.  
5. Then the Setup Wizard will then search for the GSM CODECS module for au-  
dio compression, and prompt you with the result. Click Next to continue.  
6. Setup Wizard then tests the audio volume during playing and recording. Click  
Next when ready.  
7. Configuration done. Click Finish to complete the environmental setting proce-  
dure.  
6.4.2 CyberLink VideoLive Mail User Interface  
Exit  
Minimize  
Help  
Video Mail Wizard  
Start Playback  
Save Video File  
Snapshot to File  
Stop Recording / Playback  
Start Recording  
Pause  
Send Mail  
Video Configuration  
Load Video File  
Send Mail  
Increase MIC volume  
Decrease MIC volume  
Increase speaker volume  
Decrease speaker volume  
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7.1 Glossary  
1394  
1394 is the IEEE designation for the high performance serial bus at 12.5, 25 or  
50MBytes/sec speeds. This serial bus defines both a back plane physical layer and a  
point-to-point cable-connected virtual bus. The primary application of the cable ver-  
sion is the integration of I/O connectivity at the back panel of personal computers  
using a low-cost, scalable, high-speed serial interface. The 1394 standard also pro-  
vides new services such as live connect/disconnect capability for external devices  
including disk drives, printers and hand-held peripherals such as scanners and cam-  
eras. This is a new standard to complement the slower USB interface and to compete  
with the more expensive SCSI interface.  
AC97 (Audio Codec '97)  
AC '97 is the next step in enabling PCs with audio quality comparable to consumer  
electronics devices. The specification defines new cost-effective options to help in-  
tegrate the components necessary to support next-generation auto-intensive PC ap-  
plications such as DVD, 3-D multiplayer gaming and interactive music. The speci-  
fication also defines new extensions supporting modem and docking to help both  
desktop and mobile manufacturers adopt these new technologies more quickly and  
cost-effectively. This specification uses software emulation to compete with the PCI  
SoundBlaster specification.  
ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface)  
TheACPI specification defines a cross-platform interface designed to support many  
operating systems. ACPI defines a flexible and abstract hardware interface that pro-  
vides a standard way to integrate power management features throughout a PC sys-  
tem, including hardware, operating system and application software. This enables  
the system to automatically turn ON and OFF peripherals such as CD-ROMs, net-  
work cards, hard disk drives, and printers, as well as consumer devices connected to  
the PC such as VCRs, TVs, phones, and stereos. With this technology, peripherals  
will also be able to activate the PC. For example, inserting a tape into a VCR can  
turn on the PC, which could then activate a large-screen TV and high-fidelity sound  
system.  
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port)  
An interface specification that enables high-performance 3D graphics on mainstream  
PCs. AGP was designed to offer the necessary bandwidth and latency to perform  
texture mapping directly from system memory.  
Bus  
Bus Frequency  
Bandwidth  
Data Transfer Rate  
PCI  
AGP 1X  
AGP 2X  
33MHz  
66MHz  
66MHz  
33MHz  
66MHz  
133MHz  
133MByte/sec  
266MByte/sec  
512MByte/sec  
AGP 4X  
66MHz  
266MHz  
1024MByte/sec  
BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)  
BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between com-  
puter components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS in-  
structions are built into the computers read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be  
configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated  
using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM.  
Bit (Binary Digit)  
Represents the smallest unit of data used by the computer. A bit can have one of two  
values: 0 or 1.  
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Boot  
Boot means to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory.  
When the manual instructs you to bootyour system (or computer), it means to  
turn ON your computer. Rebootmeans to restart your computer. When using Win-  
dows 95 or later, selecting Restartfrom Start | Shut Down...will reboot your  
computer.  
Bus Master IDE  
PIO (Programmable I/O) IDE requires that the CPU be involved in IDE access and  
waiting for mechanical events. Bus master IDE transfers data to/from the memory  
without interrupting the CPU. Bus master IDE driver and bus master IDE hard disk  
drives are required to support bus master IDE mode.  
Byte (Binary Term)  
One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single  
alphanumeric character, punctuation mark, or other symbol.  
COM Port  
COM is a logical device name used by to designate the computer serial ports. Point-  
ing devices, modems, and infrared modules can be connected to COM ports. Each  
COM port is configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment.  
Concurrent PCI  
Concurrent PCI maximizes system performance with simultaneous CPU, PCI and  
ISA bus activities. It includes multi-transaction timing, enhanced write performance,  
a passive release mechanism and support for PCI 2.1 compliant delayed transac-  
tions. Concurrent PCI provides increased bandwidth, reduced system latencies, im-  
proves video and audio performance, and improves processing of host based appli-  
cations.  
CPU (Central Processing Unit)  
The CPU, sometimes called Processor,actually functions as the brainof the  
computer. It interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored  
in memory. Currently, there are socket 370 (for Pentium III FC-PGA and Celeron-  
PPGA), socket 7 (for Pentium, AMD, Cyrix, IBM), slot 1 (for Pentium II and III),  
slot 2 (for Xeon), and slot A (for AMD) processors.  
Device Driver  
A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computers operating  
system to communicate with devices such as VGA, audio, printer, or modem.  
DOS (Disk Operating System)  
DOS is the foundation on which all other programs and software applications oper-  
ate, including Windows. DOS is responsible for allocating system resources such as  
memory, CPU time, disk space, and access to peripheral devices. For this reason,  
DOS constitutes the basic interface between you and your computer.  
DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory)  
There are several different types of DRAM such as, EDO DRAM (Extended Data  
Output DRAM), SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM), and RDRAM (Rambus DRAM).  
Flash ROM  
The flash ROM is designed to be a resident program and can be updated by a spe-  
cific programming method. Normally, the flash ROM is used for system BIOS which  
initiates hardware devices and sets up necessary parameters for the OS. Since the  
contents of flash ROM can be modified, users are able to update the BIOS by them-  
selves.  
IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)  
IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself, elimi-  
nating the need for a separate adapter card (in the case for SCSI devices). UltraDMA/  
33 IDE devices can achieve up to 33MB/Sec transfer.  
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LPT Port (Line Printer Port)  
Logical device name reserved by DOS for the computer parallel ports. Each LPT  
port is configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment.  
MMX  
A set of 57 new instructions based on a technique called Single Instruction, Multiple  
Data (SIMD), which is built into the new Intel Pentium PP/MT (P55C) and Pentium  
II (Klamath) CPU as well as other x86-compatible microprocessors. The MMX in-  
structions are designed to accelerate multimedia and communications applications,  
such as 3D video, 3D sound, video conference.  
OnNow  
The OnNow design initiative is a comprehensive, system-wide approach to system  
and device power control. OnNow is a term for PC that is always ON but appears  
OFF and responds immediately to user or other requests. The OnNow design initia-  
tive involves changes that will occur in the Microsoft Windows operating system,  
device drivers, hardware, and applications, and also relies on the changes defined in  
the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) specification.  
PC100  
SDRAM is Intel's goal is to ensure that memory subsystems continue to support  
evolving platform requirements and to assure that memory does not become a bottle-  
neck to system performance. It is especially important to ensure that the PC memory  
roadmap evolves together with the performance roadmaps for the processors, I/O  
and graphics.  
PCI Bus (Peripheral Component Interconnect Local Bus)  
PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data bus interface. PCI is a standard  
widely used by expansion card manufacturers.  
PCI Bus Master  
The PCI Bus Master can perform data transfer without local CPU help and further-  
more, the CPU can be treated as one of the Bus Masters. PCI 2.1 supports concur-  
rent PCI operation to allow the local CPU and bus master to work simultaneously.  
Plug and Play BIOS  
The ISA bus architecture requires the allocation of memory and I/O address, DMA  
channels and interrupt levels among multiple ISA cards. However, configuration of  
ISA cards is typically done with jumpers that change the decode maps for memory  
and I/O space and steer the DMA and interrupt signals to different pins on the bus.  
Further, system configuration files may need to be updated to reflect these changes.  
Users typically resolve sharing conflicts by referring to documentation provided by  
each manufacturer. For the average user, this configuration process can be unreli-  
able and frustrating. Plug and play (PnP) BIOS eliminates the ISA add-on card hard-  
ware conflict problem. The PnP BIOS uses a memory block to define and remember  
each card's configuration, which allows the user to change the card's IRQs and DMA  
in BIOS either automatically or manually.  
POST (Power On Self Test)  
When you turn ON the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of  
software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the mother-  
board circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices.  
PS/2 Port  
PS/2 ports are based on IBM Micro Channel Architecture. This type of architecture  
transfers data through a 16-bit or 32-bit bus. A PS/2 mouse and/or keyboard may be  
used on ATX motherboards.  
RDRAM (Rambus DRAM)  
Developed by Rambus, Inc., this type of memory can deliver up to 1.6GB of data  
per second. RDRAM is the first interface standard that can be directly implemented  
on high performance VLSI components such as, CMOS DRAMs, memory control-  
lers, and graphics/video ICs.  
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ROM (Read Only Memory)  
ROM is nonvolatile memory used to store permanent programs (called firmware)  
used in certain computer components. Flash ROM (or EEPROM) can be repro-  
grammed with new programs (or BIOS).  
SCSI (Small Computer System Interface)  
High speed multi-threaded I/O interface defined by the X3T9.2 committee of the  
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) for connecting many peripheral de-  
vices. The standard started from 10MBytes/sec to 160MBytes/sec available today.  
SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM)  
The SDRAM features a fully synchronous operation referenced to a positive edge  
clock whereby all operations are synchronized at a clock input which enables the  
coexistence of high performance and a simple user interface. SDRAM takes memory  
access away from the CPU's control; internal registers in the chips accept the re-  
quest, and let the CPU do something else while the data requested is assembled for  
the next time the CPU talks to the memory. As they work on their own clock cycle,  
the rest of the system can be clocked faster. There is a version optimized for video  
cards, and main memory for motherboards.  
SPD for SDRAM module  
Serial Presence Detect (SPD) is most like an ID detect for SDRAM module, it using  
a EEPROM component on DIMM module for storing module configuration infor-  
mation inside. The Serial Presence Detect function is implemented using a 2048 bit  
EEPROM component. This nonvolatile storage device contains data programmed  
by the DIMM manufacturer that identifies the module type and various SDRAM  
organization and timing parameters.  
SSE (Streaming SIMD Extensions)  
A set of new instructions added to existing architectures that enables a better visual  
experience with an accelerated 3D geometry pipeline and support for new applica-  
tions, such as real-time video encoding and speech recognition.  
System Disk  
A system disk contains the core file of an operating system and is used to boot up the  
operating system.  
UltraDMA  
Ultra DMA/33 is a "synchronous DMA" protocol designed by Intel. This function is  
included into Intel's PIIX4 chipset. The traditional IDE transfer only uses one edge  
of the data stroke as the data transfer. Ultra DMA/33 uses both edges of data strobe  
when the data is transferred. Hence, the data transfer rate is double of the PIO mode  
4 or DMA mode 2 (16.6MB/s x2 = 33MB/s) on ATA-2 devices.  
Ultra ATA/66, also known as Ultra DMA/66, is an extension of current Ultra ATA/  
33 interface. This new high-speed interface has doubled the Ultra ATA/33 burst data  
transfer rate to 66.6 Mbytes/sec and maximized disk performance under current PCI  
local bus environment  
USB (Universal Serial Bus)  
A 4-pin serial cable bus that allows up to 127 plug and play computer peripherals  
such as keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer, modem, and monitor to share a  
bandwidth through a host scheduled token based protocol. This allows attaching or  
detaching while the host and other peripherals are in operation. Supports synchro-  
nous and asynchronous transfer types over the same set of wires up to 12Mbit/sec.  
USB 2.0 provides twice the transfer rate compared to USB 1.0 and competes with  
the 1394 standard.  
Wake-On-LAN  
Computer will automatically wake-up upon receiving a wake-up packet through a  
Network interface when it is under power soft-off, suspend or sleep mode.  
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A
CPU Fan Speed 72  
CPU Temperature 72  
CyberLink  
AC PWR Loss Restart 70  
ASUS PC Probe  
Using 79  
PowerDVD 84  
PowerPlayer SE 84  
VideoLive Mail 86  
ATAPI CD-ROM 73  
ATX Power Supply Connector 36  
Audio Controller 61  
CyberLink PowerDVD  
Using 84  
Audio Port Connectors 29  
CyberLink PowerPlayer SE  
Using 84  
CyberLink VideoLive Mail  
Using 86  
B
BIOS  
Cylinders 50  
Beep Code 39  
BIOS Beep Codes 39  
Boot Sequence 73  
D
Boot Up Floppy Seek 74  
Boot Up NumLock Status 52  
Boot Virus Detection 74  
Discard Changes 76  
DMA x Used By ISA 65  
E
C
ECP DMA Select 61  
Central Processing Unit 23  
Chassis Fan Speed 72  
Chassis Intrusion Lead 31  
CHS Capacity 51  
Exit Discarding Changes 75  
Exit Saving Changes 75  
Expansion Cards  
Assigning IRQs 25  
Connectors  
F
ATX Power Supply 36  
Audio Port 29  
Floppy Disk Drive 30  
IDE 30  
Infrared Module 31  
Internal Audio 34  
Joystick 29  
Floppy 3 Mode Support 48  
Floppy Disk Access Control 60  
Floppy Disk Drive Connector 30  
H
Keyboard 27  
Halt On 53  
MIDI 29  
Hardware Setup  
Parallel Port 28  
PS/2 Keyboard 27  
PS/2 Mouse 27  
Serial Port 28  
SMBus 35  
USB 28  
Wake-On-LAN 32  
Wake-On-Ring 32  
CPU Installation 23  
Memory Installation 21  
HDD Power Down 69  
Head 51  
Headers  
USB 35  
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Mouse Connector 27  
Multi-Sector Transfers 51  
I
IDE Activity LED Lead 34, 36  
IDE Connectors 30  
O
IDE Hard Drive 73  
Infrared Module Connector 31  
Installation  
CPU 23  
Installed Memory 53  
Onboard CIR IRQ 62  
Onboard Parallel Port 61  
Onboard Serial Port 1 60  
Onboard Serial Port 2 60  
OS/2 Onboard Memory > 64M 55  
Internal Audio Connector 34  
Interrupts  
P
Standard Assignments 25  
Parallel Port Connector 28  
Parallel Port Mode 61  
PCI Latency Timer 63  
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop 63  
PIO Mode 51  
IRQ XX Used By ISA 64  
ISA MEM Block BASE 66  
J
Joystick Connector 29  
Plug & Play O/S 74  
K
Ports. See Connectors  
Power Fan Speed 72  
Power Management 68  
Keyboard Connector 27  
PowerDVD 84  
Using 84  
PowerPlayer SE  
Using 84  
L
Language 53  
Leads  
Chassis Intrusion 31  
IDE Activity LED 34, 36  
Procedure  
CPU Installation 23  
Legacy Diskette A 48  
Legacy Diskette B 48  
Load Setup Defaults 76  
Procedures  
Updating BIOS 42  
PS/2 Keyboard Connector 27  
PS/2 Mouse Connector 27  
PWR Up On Modem Act 70  
M
Maximum LBA Capacity 51  
MB Temperature 72  
Q
Memory Hole At 15M-16M 57  
Memory Installation 21  
MIDI Connector 29  
Quick Power On Self Test 74  
R
Removable Device 73  
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VideoLive Mail 86  
Using 86  
Voltage  
S
Save Changes 76  
SDRAM CAS Latency 58  
SDRAM Configuration 57  
SDRAM RAS Precharge Time 58  
Sector 51  
Serial Port Connectors 28  
SMART Monitoring 51  
SMBus Connector 35  
Starting Up 39  
Supervisor Password 53  
Suspend Mode 69  
Suspend-to-RAM Capability 69  
SYMBIOS SCSI BIOS 63  
System Date 48  
+12 72  
+3.3 72  
+5 72  
-12 72  
-5 72  
VCORE 72  
W
Wake On LAN 70  
Wake-On-LAN Connector 32  
Wake-On-Ring Connector 32  
System Time 48  
T
Translation Method 50  
Type 49  
U
UART2 Use Standard Infrared 60  
Ultra DMA Mode 51  
Updating Your BIOS 41  
USB Function 64  
USB Headers 35  
USB Legacy Support 55  
USB Ports 28  
Using  
ASUS PC Probe 79  
PowerPlayer SE 84  
V
VCORE Voltage 72  
Video Off Method 69  
Video Off Option 69  
Video ROM BIOS Shadow 67  
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