Asus A7V8X X User Manual

A7V8X-X  
User Guide  
Contents  
Notices ............................................................................................v  
Safety information .......................................................................... vi  
About this guide............................................................................. vii  
ASUS contact information ............................................................ viii  
A7V8X-X specifications summary .................................................. ix  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2  
1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-2  
1.3 Motherboard components .................................................. 1-3  
1.3.1 Core specifications ................................................. 1-4  
1.4 Special Features ................................................................ 1-6  
1.4.1 Product highlights ................................................... 1-6  
1.5 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 1-7  
1.6 Before you proceed ............................................................ 1-8  
1.7 Motherboard installation ..................................................... 1-9  
1.7.1 Placement direction ............................................... 1-9  
1.7.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-9  
1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU)......................................... 1-10  
1.8.1 Installing the CPU ................................................ 1-10  
1.9 System memory ................................................................1-11  
1.10 Expansion slots .................................................................1-11  
1.10.1 Configuring an expansion card........................... 1-12  
1.10.2 Standard interrupt assignments ......................... 1-12  
IRQ assignments for this motherboard ....................... 1-12  
1.10.3 AGP slot ............................................................. 1-13  
1.11 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-13  
1.12 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-15  
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  
2.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS ....................... 2-4  
2.1.3 CrashFree BIOS feature ........................................ 2-7  
2.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-8  
2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-8  
2.2.2 Legend bar............................................................. 2-9  
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Contents  
2.3 Main Menu........................................................................ 2-10  
2.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 2-12  
2.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 2-14  
2.4 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 2-15  
2.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 2-16  
2.4.2 I/O Device Configuration...................................... 2-18  
2.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 2-19  
2.5 Power Menu ..................................................................... 2-21  
2.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 2-23  
2.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-24  
2.6 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 2-25  
2.7 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 2-26  
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  
3.2.5 Multi-channel audio feature ................................... 3-5  
iv  
Notices  
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 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:  
150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112  
+886-2-2894-3447  
+886-2-2894-3449  
General Tel:  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
Technical Support  
MB/Others (Tel):  
Notebook (Tel):  
+886-2-2890-7121 (English)  
+886-2-2890-7122 (English)  
Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 (English)  
Support Fax:  
Support Email:  
Web Site:  
+886-2-2890-7698  
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)  
Address:  
6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center,  
Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA  
+1-510-608-4555  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
Technical Support  
Support Fax:  
General Support:  
Web Site:  
+1-510-608-4555  
+1-502-933-8713  
Support Email:  
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)  
Address:  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany  
+49-2102-442066  
[email protected] (for marketing requests only)  
Technical Support  
Support Hotline:  
Notebook (Tel):  
Support Fax:  
MB/Others: +49-2102-9599-0  
+49-2102-9599-10  
+49-2102-9599-11  
Support (Email):  
Web Site:  
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A7V8X-X specifications summary  
CPU  
Socket A for AMD Barton/Thoroughbred/Athlon XP/Athlon/  
Duron 2.25+ GHz CPU  
Chipset  
Northbridge: VIA KT400  
Southbridge: VIA VT8235  
Front Side Bus (FSB)  
Memory  
200/266/333Mhz  
3 x DDR DIMM Sockets  
Max. 3 GB unbuffered PC2100/1600 non-ECC DDR SDRAM  
(Note: PC3200 maximum to 2 banks only. PC2700 maximum  
to 4 banks only.)  
Expansion slots  
1 x AGP 8X  
6 x PCI  
IDE  
2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66  
Audio (optional)  
ADI 1980 6-channel CODEC  
S/PDIF out interface  
LAN (optional)  
USB 2.0  
Realtek 10/100 Mbps Ethernet PHY  
VT8235 built-in USB 2.0  
6 x USB 2.0 ports  
Special Features  
ASUS MyLogo  
ASUS EZ Flash  
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)  
Power Loss Restart  
ASUS Jumperfree  
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)  
ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection)  
CrashFree BIOS  
Back Panel I/O Ports  
1 x Parallel  
1 x Serial  
1 x S/PDIF out (on audio model only)  
1 x PS/2 Keyboard  
1 x PS/2 Mouse  
1 x Audio I/O (on audio model only)  
4 x USB 2.0  
1 x RJ-45 Port (on LAN model only)  
Internal I/O  
Connectors  
CPU/Chassis FAN connector  
20 pin ATX power connector  
IDE LED connector  
Chassis Intrusion  
GAME port (on audio model only)  
CD/AUX audio in (on audio model only)  
Front panel audio connector (on audio model only)  
1 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports  
(continued on the next page)  
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A7V8X-X specifications summary (Cont’)  
BIOS features  
2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, DMI2.0, PnP, WfM2.0, SM  
BIOS 2.3, TCAV, EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo, ASUS CrashFree  
BIOS, ASUS JumperFree, ASUS C.P.R.  
Industry standard  
Manageability  
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0  
WfM2.0, DMI2.0, 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  
Trend Microtm PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software  
ASUS LiveUpdate Utility  
Accessories  
User’s manual  
Support CD  
1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable  
FDD cable  
I/O shield  
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Chapter 1  
This chapter gives information about the ASUS  
A7V8X-X motherboard that came with the  
system.This chapter includes the motherboard  
layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.  
ASUS A7V8X-X Motherboard  
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1.1 Welcome!  
®
Thank you for buying the ASUS A7V8X-X motherboard!  
The ASUS A7V8X-X motherboard is loaded with the most advanced technologies to  
deliver the maximum performance for socketAprocessors. This motherboard is loaded  
with value-added features for guaranteed consumer satisfaction. Unique ASUS  
features such as ASUS C.O.P., ASUS C.P.R., ASUS EZFlash, ASUS JumperFree,  
ASUS MyLogo, ASUS CrashFree BIOS and more are included to ensure the best  
user experience and value in a motherboard. For future upgrades or system  
reconfiguration, this chapter provides technical information about the motherboard.  
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the  
items in your package with the list below.  
1.2 Package contents  
Check your ASUS A7V8X-X package for the following items.  
ASUS A7V8X-X motherboard  
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm)  
ASUS A7V8X-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  
Bag of extra jumper caps  
User Guide  
I/O shield  
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