A7V600-X
User Guide
Contents
Notices ............................................................................................ v
Safety information .......................................................................... vi
About this guide............................................................................. vii
ASUS contact information ............................................................ viii
A7V600-X specifications summary................................................. ix
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Special Features ................................................................ 1-3
1.3.1 Product highlights ................................................... 1-3
1.3.2 Value-added solutions ............................................ 1-5
1.4 Motherboard components .................................................. 1-6
1.4.1 Core specifications ................................................. 1-7
1.5 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 1-9
1.6 Before you proceed .......................................................... 1-10
1.7 Motherboard installation ....................................................1-11
1.7.1 Placement direction ..............................................1-11
1.7.2 Screw holes ..........................................................1-11
1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU)......................................... 1-12
1.8.1 Installing the CPU ................................................ 1-12
1.9 System memory ............................................................... 1-13
1.9.1 DDR400 Qualified Vendor List ............................. 1-13
1.10 Expansion slots ................................................................ 1-14
1.10.1 Configuring an expansion card........................... 1-14
1.10.2 Standard interrupt assignments ......................... 1-14
IRQ assignments for this motherboard ....................... 1-15
1.10.3 AGP slot ............................................................. 1-15
1.11 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-16
1.12 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-18
Chapter 2: BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2
2.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 2-2
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2.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS ....................... 2-4
2.1.3 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 2-7
2.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-9
2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-9
2.2.2 Legend bar........................................................... 2-10
2.3 Main Menu.........................................................................2-11
2.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 2-13
2.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 2-15
2.4 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 2-16
2.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 2-18
2.4.2 I/O Device Configuration...................................... 2-20
2.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 2-22
2.5 Power Menu ..................................................................... 2-23
2.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 2-25
2.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-26
2.6 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 2-27
2.7 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 2-29
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 Install an operating system................................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ...................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu ......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu ......................................................... 3-3
3.2.4 ASUS Contact Information ..................................... 3-4
3.3 ASUS Instant Music Lite..................................................... 3-5
3.4 RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 0 + 1 Configurations .................... 3-7
3.4.1 Install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks................. 3-8
3.4.2 Enter VIA® Tech RAID BIOS Utility ........................ 3-9
3.4.3 Create Array......................................................... 3-10
3.4.4 Delete Array ......................................................... 3-13
3.4.5 Select Boot Array ................................................. 3-13
3.4.6 Serial Number View ............................................. 3-14
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the
existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully
read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
WARNING/DANGER: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the
ASUS Contact Information on page viii.
2. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)
Address
15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112
Telephone
Web site
+886-2-2894-3447
Technical Support
Telephone(MB/Component)
(Notebook)
(Server/PC)
(Networking)
Support fax
+886-2-2890-7121 (English)
+886-2-2890-7122 (English)
+886-2-2890-7123 (English)
+886-2-2890-7902 (English)
+886-2-2890-7698
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address
44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA
Fax
E-mail
Web site
+1-510-608-4555
usa.asus.com
Technical Support
Telephone (General)
(Notebook)
Support fax
Support e-mail
+1-502-995-0883
+1-510-739-3777
+1-502-933-8713
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address
Harkort Str. 25, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
Telephone
Fax
Online contact
Technical Support
Telephone
Fax
+49-2102-95990
+49-2102-959911
+49-2102-95990
+49-2102-959911
Online support
Web site
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A7V600-X specifications summary
CPU
Socket A for AMD Athlon XP/Athlon/Duron with
Thoroughbred/Barton Core support
Chipset
Northbridge: VIA KT600
Southbridge: VIA VT8237
Front Side Bus (FSB)
Memory
400/333/266/200Mhz
3 x 184-pin DDR DIMM Sockets support a maximum of 3GB
unbuffered non-ECC PC3200/2700/2100 DDR SDRAM
memory
Expansion slots
Storage
1 x AGP 8X
6 x PCI
2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66
2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD support
Audio
ADI AD1888 6-channel CODEC
S/PDIF out interface
LAN
Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN controller
Special Features
ASUS EZ Flash
Power Loss Restart
ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection)
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS Instant Music Lite
Overclocking
Features
ASUS JumperFree
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
CPU Voltage adjustable
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 100Mhz up to
250MHz at 1MHz increment
Back Panel I/O
1 x Parallel
1 x Serial
1 x PS/2 Keyboard
1 x PS/2 Mouse
1 x Audio I/O
4 x USB 2.0
1 x RJ-45 Port
1 x S/PDIF out port
Internal I/O
Connectors
CPU/Chassis FAN connectors
20-pin ATX power connector
Chassis Intrusion
GAME/MIDI connector
CD/AUX audio in
Front panel audio connector
2 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
2 x Serial ATA port
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A7V600-X specifications summary
BIOS features
2Mb Flash ROM, ASUS Jumperfree, Award BIOS, PnP,
DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS
CrashFree BIOS 2, ASUS C.P.R.
Industry standard
Manageability
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0
WfM 2.0. DMI 2.0, WOR, WOL, chassis intrusion
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm)
Form Factor
Support CD contents
Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
Anti-virus utility
ASUS LiveUpdate Utility
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter 1
This chapter gives information about the ASUS
A7V600-X motherboard that came with the
system.This chapter includes the motherboard
layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying the ASUS® A7V600-X motherboard!
The ASUS A7V600-X motherboard is loaded with the most advanced technologies
to deliver the maximum performance for socket A processors. Based on the
advanced VIA KT600 chipset with FSB 400 and DDR 400 support, the ASUS
A7V600-X also features AGP 8X, Serial ATA, USB 2.0 as well as 6-channel audio,
Fast Ethernet LAN and S/PDIF out features. Unique ASUS features such as ASUS
C.O.P., C.P.R. , CrashFree BIOS2, and more are included to ensure the best user
experience and value in a motherboard.
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the
items in your package with the list below.
1.2 Package contents
Check your ASUS A7V600-X package for the following items.
ASUS A7V600-X motherboard
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm)
ASUS A7V600-X series support CD
1 pc. 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA/66/100/133 IDE drives
Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive
I/O shield
Bag of extra jumper caps
User Guide
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1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
400 FSB K7 Platform
The ASUS A7V600-X motherboard is loaded with the most advanced technologies
to deliver the maximum performance for socket A processors. Based on the
advanced VIA KT600 chipset with FSB 400 and DDR 400 support, the ASUS
A7V600-X features AGP8X, Serial ATA, USB 2.0 as well as a 6-channel audio
CODEC and Fast Ethernet LAN. Unique ASUS features such as ASUS C.O.P.,
C.P.R. and more are included to ensure the best user experience and value in a
motherboard.
400MHz FSB Athlon XP CPU support
AMD’s Athlon XP 3200+ and all follow-up CPUs now support 400MHz Front Side
Bus (FSB) for increased office productivity and enhanced digital media experience.
DDR400 (PC3200) support
DDR400 (PC3200), the latest and fastest DDR memory standard, supports
bandwidth up to 3.2 GB/s to provide enhanced system performance.
(Note: PC3200 maximum to 2 DIMMs only. Visit the ASUS website for the latest
qualified DDR400 module list.)
AGP 8X support
AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is the next generation VGA interface specification that enables
enhanced graphics performance with high bandwidth speeds up to 2.12 GB/s. With
a bus of 533Mhz, AGP 8X is twice as fast as AGP 4X.
Serial ATA technology
Serial ATA is the next generation ATA specification that provides scalable
performance for today and tomorrow. With up to 150MB/s data transfer rate, SATA
is faster than current Parallel ATA, while providing 100% software compatibility.
8 USB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 is the latest connectivity standard for next generation components and
peripherals. USB 2.0 delivers fast transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480 MB/
s, for easy connectivity and ultra-fast data transfers. The higher bandwidth of USB
2.0 allows connection of devices such as high resolution video conferencing
cameras, next generation scanners, printers, and fast storage units. USB 2.0 is
backward compatible with USB 1.1.
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S/PDIF out port on Back I/O
The A7V600-X provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio
systems via an S/PDIF out interface. Experience 5.1-channel surround sound and
enhanced 3D audio while playing your favorite DVDs or games.
C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection):
With AMD® Athlon XP™ installed, the motherboard offers automatic CPU
Overheating Protection to prolong the life of the entire system. If the CPU
temperature exceeds the set criteria, the PC shuts down automatically.
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
The C.P.R. feature of the ASUS motherboard BIOS allows automatic resetting to
the BIOS previous settings in case the system hands due to overclocking. When
the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the
system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply reboot the system, and the BIOS
automatically restores the previous value of the CPU parameters.
CrashFree BIOS 2
The CrashFree BIOS 2 feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from
the ASUS support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This
protection feature eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip.
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before
loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a
floppy disk.
ASUS Instant Music Lite
Through this unique feature, the motherboard is conveniently designed to allow
users to enjoy their favorite music, without the need to enter Windows. (The
stickers on keyboard are separately purchased.)
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1.3.2 Value-added solutions
Overclocking
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adjustable CPU frequency multiple in BIOS using the ASUS JumperFree™
solution
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C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
adjustable CPU VCORE voltages
Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) for fine-tuning system bus frequency from
100MHz up to 250MHz at 1MHz increments
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASUS ASIC to prevent overheating and
damage. The system fan rotations per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely failure
detection. The system voltage levels are monitored to ensure stable supply of
current for critical components.
Chassis intrusion detection
The motherboard supports chassis intrusion monitoring. A chassis intrusion event
is retained in CMOS for more protection.
ASUS update
This utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS through a user-friendly
interface. Connect to the Internet then to the ASUS FTP site nearest you to obtain
the latest BIOS version for your motherboard.
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