Asus Computer Hardware AB P 2600 User Manual

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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:  
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.  
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  
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.  
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.  
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 devices into the system, carefully read all the  
documentation 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  
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  
1-1  
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  
1-2  
Chapter 1: System Introduction