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AB-P 2600
Book Size Barebone System
User’s Guide
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Table of contents
Disclaimer/Copyrights ................................................................................. ii
FCC/CDC statements ................................................................................ iv
Safety information ...................................................................................... vi
About this guide .........................................................................................vii
ASUS contact information.......................................................................... ix
System package contents........................................................................... x
Chapter 1: System Introduction.......................................... 1-1
1.1 Front Panel Features ..................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Rear Panel Features ..................................................................... 1-3
1.3 Internal Features ........................................................................... 1-4
Chapter 2: Basic Installation ............................................... 2-1
2.1 Opening the chassis ...................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Removing the disk drive assembly ................................................ 2-4
2.3 Installing the system memory ........................................................ 2-5
2.4 Installing the CPU .......................................................................... 2-6
2.5 Installing CPU heatsink and fan .................................................... 2-8
2.6 Installing a CD/DVD-ROM drive .................................................. 2-10
2.7 Installing a hard disk drive ........................................................... 2-12
2.8 Replacing chassis cover .............................................................. 2-13
2.9 Connect External Devices ........................................................... 2-14
2.10 Power Supply Specifications ....................................................... 2-15
2.10.1
2.10.2
2.10.3
Input Characteristics .................................................... 2-15
Output Characteristics ................................................. 2-15
Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) .................................... 2-15
Chapter 3: Optional Procedures ......................................... 3-1
3.1 Removing the PCI I/O cover .......................................................... 3-2
3.2 Installing a PCI expansion card ..................................................... 3-3
Chapter 4: System Placement............................................. 4-1
4.1 Vertical placement ......................................................................... 4-2
Chapter 5: Motherboard Information.................................. 5-1
5.1 Motherboard components.............................................................. 5-2
5.2 Motherboard layout........................................................................ 5-5
5.3 Before you proceed ....................................................................... 5-6
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5.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................... 5-6
5.5 System memory ............................................................................. 5-7
5.6 Expansion slots ............................................................................. 5-7
5.6.1
5.6.2
Configuring an expansion card ...................................... 5-7
Standard Interrupt Assignments..................................... 5-8
5.7 Jumpers ......................................................................................... 5-9
5.8 Connectors .................................................................................. 5-12
Chapter 6: BIOS Information ............................................... 6-1
6.1 Managing and updating the BIOS ................................................. 6-2
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.1.3
Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS .................... 6-2
Using AFLASH to update the BIOS ............................... 6-4
CrashFree BIOS feature ................................................ 6-8
6.2 BIOS Setup program ..................................................................... 6-9
6.2.1
6.2.2
BIOS menu bar ............................................................ 6-10
Legend bar ................................................................... 6-10
6.3 Main Menu ................................................................................... 6-12
6.3.1
6.3.2
Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ......................... 6-14
Keyboard Features ...................................................... 6-18
6.4 Advanced Menu ........................................................................... 6-19
6.4.1
6.4.2
6.4.3
Chip Configuration ....................................................... 6-21
I/O Device Configuration .............................................. 6-24
PCI Configuration......................................................... 6-25
6.4.3.1 Onboard PCI Devices Control.......................... 6-26
6.4.3.2 PCI IRQ Resource Exclusion ........................... 6-27
6.5 Power Menu ................................................................................ 6-28
6.5.1
6.5.2
Power Up Control......................................................... 6-30
Hardware Monitor ........................................................ 6-32
6.6 Boot Menu ................................................................................... 6-34
6.7 Exit Menu ..................................................................................... 6-36
Chapter 7: Starting up .......................................................... 7-2
7.1 Install an operating system ............................................................ 7-2
7.2 Support CD information ................................................................. 7-2
7.2.1
7.2.2
7.2.3
Running the support CD ................................................ 7-2
Installation menus .......................................................... 7-3
Software and drivers description.................................... 7-3
7.3 Software information ...................................................................... 7-5
7.3.1
7.3.2
ASUS Update................................................................. 7-5
ASUS PC Probe............................................................. 7-6
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FCC/CDC statements
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
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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:
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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.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING!
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
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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.
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Before connecting or removing cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter 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.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact
a qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
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Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the
documentation that came with the package.
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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.
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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.
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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
Audience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about
the ASUS Book Size Barebone System. This guide is intended for
experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal
computers.
How this guide is organized
This document contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: System Introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS book size
barebone system. It includes introduction on the front and rear
panel features, and the internal features.
2. Chapter 2: System Assembly
This chapter tells how to install components into the barebone system
through illustrated step-by-step instructions.
3. Chapter 3: Optional Components
This chapter detail steps in installing other optional components that
can be included in the system .
4. Chapter 4: System Placement
This chapter describes proper system placement for system safety
and compliment space saving design.
5. Chapter 5: Motherboard Information
This chapter gives information about the P4S8L motherboard that
came with the system.This chapter includes the motherboard layout,
jumper settings, and connector locations. It also includes information
on the USB/audio board located on the front panel.
6. Chapter 6: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. It includes detailed descriptions of the BIOS
parameters.
7. Chapter 7: Starting up
This chapter helps you power up your system and install drivers and
utilities that came with the support CD.
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About this guide
Conventions used in this guide
WARNING!
Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
DANGER!
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 on page ix.
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
www.asus.com.tw
cscnews.asus.com.tw
Newsgroup:
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
www.asus.com
Support Email:
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany & 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:
www.asuscom.de/de/support (for online support)
www.asuscom.de
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System package contents
Check your ASUS Barebone System package for the following items:
1. Barebone system
2. Motherboard
3. Switching power supply
4. Support CD
5. User’s guide
1. Optional items may not be present in your package.
2. If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your
dealer immediately.
If you are assembling the system by yourself, make sure to
prepare all the components before starting. It saves you a lot of
time not having to hunt down components when you need them.
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Chapter 1
All about the ASUS Book Size Barebone System:
the front and rear panel features, and the internal
layout and design.
ASUS Book Size Barebone System
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1.1 Front Panel Features
The ASUS Book Size Barebone System includes the ASUS motherboard,
a power supply and a CD-ROM or DVD drive built into in a dual-positional
chassis.
The front panel features:
CD/DVD Eject Button
HDD LED
CD-ROM / DVD Drive
I/O Panel,
(behind door,
press to open)
Power Button
Power LED
The front bezel door conceals the and features: a PCMCIA slot, 4-in-1
card slot, the fiber optical SPDIF in and out connectors, the 4 and 6-pin
1394 jacks, two USB connectors (Ports 2&3), headphone and microphone
connectors
Press PUSH icon to open the door.
Reset
PCMCIA
4-in-1 card reader
SPDIF in
SPDIF out
6-pin 1394
4-pin 1394
USB Ports (2&3)
Microphone
Headphone
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Chapter 1: System Introduction
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