®
TUSL2-M
Intel® 815E Chipset
microATX Motherboard
USER’S MANUAL
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 7
1.1 How This Manual Is Organized .................................................. 7
1.2 Item Checklist ............................................................................. 7
2. FEATURES ........................................................................................ 8
2.1 The ASUS TUSL2-M ................................................................. 8
2.2 TUSL2-M Motherboard Components ...................................... 12
3. HARDWARE SETUP ...................................................................... 14
3.1 TUSL2-M Motherboard Layout ............................................... 14
3.2 Layout Contents ........................................................................ 15
3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure ....................................................... 17
3.4 Motherboard Settings ................................................................ 17
3.5 System Memory (DIMM) ......................................................... 24
3.5.1 General DIMM Notes .................................................... 24
3.5.2 Memory Installation ...................................................... 25
3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................. 26
3.7 Expansion Cards ....................................................................... 27
3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure ......................... 27
3.7.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards............................ 27
3.7.3 Communication and Networking Riser (CNR) Slot...... 28
3.7.4 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Slot .......................... 29
3.8 Connectors ................................................................................. 30
3.8.1 External Connectors ...................................................... 30
3.8.2 Internal Connectors ......................................................... 34
3.9 Starting Up the First Time ........................................................ 43
4. BIOS SETUP..................................................................................... 45
4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS ......................................... 45
4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System....................... 45
4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures ........................................... 47
4.2 BIOS Setup Program ................................................................ 49
4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................. 50
4.2.2 Legend Bar .................................................................... 50
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4.3 Main Menu................................................................................ 52
4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave .............................. 53
4.3.2 Keyboard Features ......................................................... 56
4.4 Advanced Menu ........................................................................ 58
4.4.1 Chip Configuration ........................................................ 61
4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration .............................................. 64
4.4.3 PCI Configuration ......................................................... 66
4.4.4 Shadow Configuration ................................................... 68
4.5 Power Menu .............................................................................. 69
4.5.1 Power Up Control .......................................................... 71
4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 73
4.6 Boot Menu ................................................................................ 74
4.7 Exit Menu ................................................................................. 76
5. SOFTWARE SETUP ....................................................................... 79
5.1 Operating Systems .................................................................... 79
5.1.1 Windows 98 First Time Installation .............................. 79
5.2 TUSL2-M Motherboard Support CD ....................................... 79
5.2.1 Installation Menus ......................................................... 79
5.2.2 Applications ................................................................... 80
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE ........................................................... 83
6.1 ASUS PC Probe ........................................................................ 83
6.1.1 Starting ASUS PC Probe ............................................... 83
6.1.2 Using ASUS PC Probe .................................................. 84
6.1.3 ASUS PC Probe Task Bar Icon ..................................... 87
6.2 Winbond Smart Manager ........................................................... 89
6.3 CyberLink PowerPlayer SE ...................................................... 93
6.4 CyberLink VideoLive Mail ....................................................... 94
6.5 ASUS LiveUpdate .................................................................... 96
7. APPENDIX........................................................................................ 97
7.1 Glossary .................................................................................... 97
INDEX ................................................................................................. 101
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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:
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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 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:
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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 would void any assurances on its 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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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
Instructions on setting up the motherboard.
Instructions on setting up the BIOS
5. SOFTWARE SETUP
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE
7. APPENDIX
Instructions 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.
Optional Items
Package Contents
(1) ASUS Motherboard
AIMM card
(1) 40-pin 80-conductor ribbon cable
for internal UltraDMA100/66/33
IDE drives
LCD controller module
TVOUT controller module
ASUS iPanel
(1) Ribbon cable for (1) 5.25” and (2)
ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared module
Smart Card Reader
3.5” floppy disk drives
(1) Serial COM2 connector with
bracket
(1) Bag of spare jumpers
(1) Support drivers and utilities
(1) User’s Manual
(1) ASUS 2-port USB connector set
with bracket
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2. FEATURES
2.1 The ASUS TUSL2-M
The ASUS TUSL2-M motherboard is carefully designed for the demanding PC user
who wants advanced features processed by the fastest processors.
2.1.1 Specifications
•
Latest Intel Processor Support
PIII® Tualatin™
PIII® Coppermine™
Celeron™
133/100MHz FSB
133/100MHz FSB
100/66MHz FSB
FC-PGA2
FC-PGA
FC-PGA
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North Bridge System Chipset: The Intel® 82815E Graphics Memory Controller
Hub (GMCH) chipset supports 66/100/133 Front Side Bus (FSB), up to 512MB
of PC100/PC133 SDRAM, and AGP 4X interface which delivers twice the
amount of data than the current AGP standard.
South Bridge System Chipset: The Intel® 82801BAI/O Controller Hub (ICH2)
delivers twice the I/O bandwidth, and supports UltraDMA/100, allowing burst
mode data transfer rates of up to 100MB/sec. Two USB controllers provides
four USB ports.
Intel® Accelerated Hub Architecture: Features a dedicated high speed hub
link between the ICH2 and GMCH with a bandwidth of 266MB/sec – twice the
maximum bandwidth of the PCI bus.
PC100/PC133 Memory Support: Equipped with three Dual Inline Memory
Module (DIMM) sockets which support PC133/PC100 non-ECC SDRAMs
(available in 64, 128, 256, 512Mb densities) up to 512MB.
UltraDMA33/66/100 Support: Comes with an onboard PCI Bus Master IDE
controller with two connectors that support four IDE devices on two channels.
Supports UltraDMA/100, UltraDMA/66, UltraDMA/33, PIO Modes 3 & 4 and
up to four ATAPI devices like DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, LS-120, and
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tape backup drives.
•
ASUS JumperFree™ Mode: Allows processor settings and easy overclocking
of frequency and Vcore voltage all through BIOS setup when JumperFree™
mode is enabled. Easy-to-use DIP switches instead of jumpers are included to
allow manual adjustment of the processor external frequency.
•
Wake-Up Support: Supports Wake-On-LAN and Wake-On-Ring, Keyboard
Wake-Up, and BIOS Wake-Up.
•
Around-the-Clock Intrusion Detection: Chassis intrusion circuitry can log
chassis open events into LDCM. The onboard battery supports detection even
when normal power is removed and through a new design, battery drain is even
lower than the RTC used for keeping time!
•
PC Health Monitoring: Provides an easy way to examine and manage system
status information, such as CPU and system voltages, temperatures, and fan
status through the onboard hardware ASUS ASIC and the bundled ASUS PC
Probe or Intel LDCM software.
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2. FEATURES
CNR Support: A Communication and Networking Riser (CNR) slot provides
an interface to support very affordable multichannel audio, V.90 analog modem,
Home PNA, 10/100 Ethernet networking, USB hub, as well as future technologies
such as xDSL.
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PCI Expansion Slots: Provides three 32-bit PCI (PCI 2.2 compliant) expansion
slots. All PCI slots 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. UART2 can also be directed
from COM2 to the Infrared Module for wireless connections. The Super I/O
controller also supports a floppy disk dirve, PS/2 keyboard, and PS/2 mouse.
•
Smart BIOS: 2Mbit firmware gives a new easy-to-use interface which provides
more control and protection over the motherboard. Provides Vcore and CPU/
SDRAM frequency adjustments, boot block write protection, and HD/SCSI/MO/
ZIP/CD/Floppy boot selection. Hardware random number generator supports new
security software for data protection and secured Internet transactions.
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Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection: Programmable BIOS (Flash
EEPROM), offering enhanced ACPI for Windows 98 compatibility, built-in
firmware-based virus protection, and autodetection of most devices for virtually
automatic setup.
Onboard LED: The onboard LED lights up when there is standby power to the
motherboard. This acts as a reminder to the user to turn OFF the power before
plugging and unplugging devices so as not to damage the motherboard,
peripherals, and/or components.
Onboard Audio: Audio models come with the AC ’97-compliant interfaces
that support integrated audio and modem features that comprise digital audio
engine with 3D-hardware accelerator, on-chip sample rate converter, and a
professional wavetable.
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Easy Connectivity and System Information Access: Supports an optional
ASUS iPanel, an easy-to-access box with system diagnostic display area, system
status LEDs, USB ports, and hot keys. The AFPANEL connector on the
motherboard accommodates the ASUS iPanel.
Smartcard Reader Connector: Features a connector that provides the
convenience of financial, telephony, and traveling services through the optional
Smartcard Reader interface.
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LCD/TV Output: The LCD/TV interface can support either an optional LCD
module for LCD output or a TV-out module for TV output.
SMBus: Features the System Management Bus interface that physically
transports commands and information between SMBus devices.
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2. FEATURES
2.1.2 Specifications–Optional Components
The following onboard components are optional at the time of purchase:
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Smart Networking: Features 3Com’s 3C920 Fast Ethernet controller, which
supports Wired for Management, remote wake-up, and OnNow initiatives to
reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• OnboardAudio: AC’97Audio chipset supports the latest audio sound circuitry.
A software package helps setup the multi-channel PC sound system.
2.1.3 Performance
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UltraPerformance: Onboard IDE Bus Master controller with two connectors that
support four IDE devices in two channels. Supports UltraDMA/100, UltraDMA/
66, UltraDMA/33 (IDE DMA Mode 2), PIO Modes 3 & 4, and supports Enhanced
IDE devices, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, LS-120, and Tape Backup
drives.
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High-Speed Data Transfer Interface: IDE transfers using UltraDMA/66 Bus
Master IDE can handle rates up to 66.6MB/s. This motherboard with its chipset
and support for UltraDMA/100 increases the data transfer rate to 100MB/s.
UltraDMA/100 is backward compatible with DMA/66, DMA/33, and DMA and
with existing DMA devices and systems so there is no need to upgrade current
EIDE/IDE drives and host systems. (UltraDMA/66/100 requires a 40-pin 80-
conductor cable to be enabled.)
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Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI master
buses to memory and processor.
•
SDRAM Optimized Performance: This motherboard supports PC133-
compliant Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM), which
increases the data transfer rate to 1066MB/s max.
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ACPI Ready: Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) is also
implemented on allASUS smart series motherboards.ACPI provides more Energy
Saving Features for future operating systems (OS) supporting 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.
To fully utilize the benefits of ACPI, an ACPI-supported OS, such as Windows
98, must be used.
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Suspend and Go: Suspend-to-RAM (STR) provides maximum power savings
as an alternative to leaving the computer ON and QuickStart™ so that you do
not have to wait for a long time for system bootup.
Stepless Frequency Selection: Allows CPU external (FSB) frequency settings
to be raised or lowered in MHz increments.
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2. FEATURES
• PC’99 Compliant: Both the BIOS and hardware levels of ASUS smart series
motherboards are PC’99 compliant. The new PC’99 requirements for systems
and components are based on the following high-level goals: support for Plug-
n-Play capability 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.
2.1.4 Intelligence
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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 the fans are set for its normal RPM range and alarm thresholds.
•
Voltage Monitoring and Alert: System voltage levels are monitored to ensure
stable current to critical motherboard components. Voltage specifications are
more critical for future processors, so monitoring is necessary to ensure proper
system configuration and management.
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System Resources Alert: Windows 98, Windows NT, and OS/2, require much
more memory and hard disk space to present enormous user interfaces and run
large applications. The onboard hardwareASUSASIC in conjunction with either
the bundled ASUS PC Probe or Intel LDCM, will warn you before the system
resources are used up to prevent possible application crashes.
Dual Function Power Button: Through BIOS, the power button can be defined
as the “Stand by” (a.k.a. Suspend or Sleep) button or as the Soft-Off button (see
ATX Power / Soft-Off Switch Lead in 3.8 Connectors for more information).
Regardless of the setting, pushing the power button for more than 4 seconds allows
the computer to enter the Soft-Off mode.
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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, you
can access any information from their computers from anywhere in the world.
Message LED (requires ACPI OS support): Message LEDs now act as
information providers. Through the way a particular LED illuminates, you can
determine if a message has been received from a fax/modem. A simple glimpse
provides useful information. This function requiresACPI OS and driver support.
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Peripheral Power Up: Keyboard or Mouse power up can be enabled or disabled
through BIOS setup to allow the computer to be powered ON using your keyboard
or mouse click.
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2. FEATURES
2.2 TUSL2-M Motherboard Components
See opposite page for locations.
Location
Processor Support Socket 370 for Pentium III/Celeron/Tualatin CPUs.. ............... 2
Feature Setting DIP Switches ................................................... 8
Chipsets Intel 82815E Graphics Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) ...... 3
Intel 82801BA I/O Controller Hub (ICH2) .......................... 13
2Mbit Firmware Hub (FWH) ................................................. 11
Low Pin Count (LPC) Multi-I/O Chipset ............................... 21
Main Memory 3 DIMM Sockets (maximum 512MB support) ........................ 4
PC133 SDRAM support
Expansion Slots 3 PCI Slots .............................................................................. 19
1 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Slot ................................ 20
1 Communications & Network Riser (CNR) Slot .................. 15
System I/O 1 USB Header ......................................................................... 10
1 Floppy Disk Drive Connector ............................................... 5
2 IDE Connectors (UltraDMA/100 Support) ........................... 6
1 Serial COM2 Header ........................................................... 23
1 ASUS iPanel Connector ........................................................ 9
1 Parallel Port Connector ............................................. (Top) 26
1 Serial COM1 Port Connector .............................. (Bottom) 27
2 USB Port Connectors .......................................... (Bottom) 28
1 PS/2 Mouse Connector .............................................. (Top) 29
1 PS/2 Keyboard Connector ................................... (Bottom) 29
3D Graphics Graphics and Memory Controller Hub
1 VGA Monitor Output Connector ......................... (Bottom) 25
TV-Out/Digital LCD Module Headers ................................... 24
Audio AC’97 Audio Codec............................................................. 18
1 Game/MIDI Connector.............................................. (Top) 22
1 Line Out Connector ............................................. (Bottom) 22
1 Line In Connector ................................................ (Bottom) 22
1 Microphone Connector ........................................ (Bottom) 22
Network Features 3Com 3C920 Fast Ethernet Controller ................................... 16
Wake-On-LAN Connector...................................................... 17
Wake-On-Ring Connector ...................................................... 12
RJ-45 Connector ...................................................... (Top) 28
Hardware Monitoring System Voltage Monitoring (integrated in ASUS ASIC) ....... 14
3 Fan Power and Speed Monitoring Connectors
Power ATX Power Supply Connector ................................................. 1
Onboard LED ........................................................................... 7
Form Factor micro ATX
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2. FEATURES
2.2.1 Component Locations
1
2
3
4
5 6 7 8
29
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14 1312 1110 9
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
3.1 TUSL2-M Motherboard Layout
CPU_FAN
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
USB
Top:
T: USB1
RJ-45
B: USB2
COM1
USBPWR1
KBPWR
Socket 370
DSW
PWR_FAN
Intel 815E
VGA
Graphics &
LED
Memory
Line
Controller
Out
Hub (GMCH)
COM2
LCDTV
Line
In
Super
SMARTCARD
I/O
AUX
Mic
In
0
1
2
3
4
5
1
1
1
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
HEADPHONE
MODEM
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
®
AAPANEL
PCI1
TUSL2-M
PCI2
Intel I/O
2Mbit
Firmware
Hub
Controller
Hub
CD
Audio
Codec
(ICH2)
(FWH)
AUD_EN
LAN_EN
CLRTC
USB2
JTPWR
CNRUSB1
CNRUSB2
JEN
WOL_CON
ACHA
SMB
3Com
ASUS ASIC
with
Hardware
Monitor
PCI3
USBPWR2
3C920
Fast
Ethernet
WOR
PANEL
IDELED
CNR_SLOT
CHA_FAN
NOTE: The AC’97 audio codec, external GAME/AUDIO connectors, and
internal audio connectors are optional components, and present in audio
models only. The components are grayed in the above motherboard layout.
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
3.2 Layout Contents
Motherboard Settings
1) JEN
p. 18 JumperFree™ Mode (Enable/Disable)
2) USBPWR1
USBPWR2
p. 19 USB Device Wake Up (Enable/Disable)
3) USBCNR1/USBCNR2
4) AUD_EN1
5) LAN_EN
p. 19 USB/CNR Selection (USB2 Connect/CNR)
p. 20 Onboard Audio CODEC Setting (Enable/Disable)
p. 20 Onboard LAN Setting (Enable/Disable)
p. 21 Keyboard Power Up (Enable/Disable)
p. 22 CPU External Frequency Setting
6) KBPWR
7) DSW
Expansion Slots
1) DIMM1/2/3
2) CPU
p. 24 168-Pin System Memory Support
p. 26 Central Processing Unit (CPU)6
p. 27 32-bit PCI Bus Expansion Slots
p. 28 Communication and Network Riser Slot
p. 29 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Slot
3) PCI1/2/3
4) CNR1
5) AGP
External Connectors
1) PS2KBMS
2) PS2KBMS
3) USB
p. 30 PS/2 Mouse Connector (6-pin female)
p. 30 PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin female)
p. 31 Universal Serial Bus Ports (Two 4-pin female)
p. 31 Parallel Port Connector (25-pin female)
p. 32 Serial Port Connectors (9-pin male, 10-1 pin)
p. 32 Monitor Output Connector (15-pin female)
p. 33 Game/MIDI Connector (15-pin female) (optional)
4) PRINTER
5) COM1/COM2
6) VGA
7) GAME_AUDIO
8) LINE-IN, LINE-OUT, MIC p. 33 Audio Port Connectors (Three 1/8” female) (optional)
9) RJ-45
p. 33 Fast Ethernet Port Connector (optional)
Internal Connectors
1) FLOPPY
p. 34 Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34-1pins)
2) PRIMARY/SECONDARYIDE p. 35 Primary/Secondary IDE Connectors (Two 40-1pins)
3) IDELED
p. 35 IDE Activity LED (2 pins)
4) CPU_FAN, PWR_FAN
CHA_FAN
p. 35 CPU, Power Supply, Chassis Fan Connectors (Three 3-pin)
5) CD1, AUX, MODEM
6) HEADPHONE
p. 36 InternalAudio Connectors (optional)
p. 36 Headphone True-Level Line Out Header (3 pins)
7) MIC2
p. 37 Internal Microphone Connector (3 pins)
p. 37 ASUS iPanel Connector (24-1 pins)
p. 37 ASUS iPanel Audio Connector (10-1 pins)
p. 38 SMBus Connector (6-1 pins)
8) AFPANEL
9) AAPANEL
10) SMB
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11) ACHA
p. 38 Chassis Intrusion Connector (2 pins)
p. 39 Wake-On-LAN Connector (3 pins)
p. 39 Wake-On-Ring Connector (2 pins)
p. 40 LCD-TV Headers (18-1 pins/18 pins)
12) WOL_CON
13) WOR
14) LCDTV
15) USB2
p. 40 USB Headers (5-1 pins)
16) ATXPWR
p. 41 ATX Power Supply Connector (20 pins)
17) PWRLED (PANEL)
18) KEYLOCK (PANEL)
19) SPEAKER (PANEL)
20) MSG.LED (PANEL)
21) SMI (PANEL)
p. 42 System Power LED Lead (3-1 pins)
p. 42 Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2 pins)
p. 42 System Warning Speaker Connector (4 pins)
p. 42 System Message LED (2 pins)
p. 42 System Management Interrupt Switch Lead (2 pins)
p. 42 ATX Power / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2 pins)
p. 42 Reset Switch Lead (2 pins)
22) PWRSW (PANEL)
23) RESET (PANEL)
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure
Before using your computer, you must complete the following steps:
• Check Motherboard Settings
• Install Memory Modules
• Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)
• Install Expansion Cards
• Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply
3.4 Motherboard Settings
WARNING! Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate
Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. To protect them against damage from static electricity,
you should follow some precautions whenever you work on your computer.
1. Unplug your computer when working on the internal components.
2. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal
object, such as the power supply case, before handling computer components.
3. Hold components by the edges and try not to touch the IC chips on them.
4. Whenever you install any component, place the components on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the components.
5. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that theATX power
supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power
supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,
peripherals, and/or components.
LED
ON
OFF
®
Standby
Power
Powered
Off
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M Onboard LED
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
Motherboard Feature Settings
The motherboard’s onboard functions are either adjusted through jumpers or DIP
switches. When using DIP switches, the white block represents the switch’s position.
The example below shows all the switches in the OFF position.
DSW
ON OFF
®
1. Frequency Selection
TUSL2-M
2. Frequency Selection
3. Frequency Selection
4. Frequency Selection
5. Frequency Selection.
TUSL2-M DIP Switches
1) JumperFree™ Mode (JEN)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the JumperFree™ mode. The
JumperFree™ mode allows processor settings to be made through the BIOS
setup (see 4.4 Advanced Menu).
NOTE: In JumperFree™ mode, all dip switches must be set to OFF.
Setting
Disable (Jumper)
JEN
[1-2]
Enable (JumperFree) [2-3] (default)
DSW
OFF
®
TUSL2-M
1 2
2 3
Disable
Enable
(default)
JEN
TUSL2-M JumperFree™ Mode Setting
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2) USB Device Wake Up (USBPWR1,USBPWR2)
These allow you to disable or enable the USB device wake up function. Set these
jumpers to Enable if you wish to use your USB devices to wake up your computer.
This feature requires anATX power supply that can supply at least 2Aon the +5VSB
lead. The default is set to Disable because not all computers have the appropriate
ATX power supply. Your computer will not power ON if you set this to Enable and
do not have the appropriate ATX power supply. NOTE: This jumper must be set in
conjunction with Wake On USB for STR State in 4.5.1 Power Up Control.
NOTES
1. For suspend to RAM function, these jumpers must be set to Enable.
2. The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability
(+5VSB) whether under normal working conditions or in the sleep mode.
USBPWR1
1 2
2 3
Disable
(Default)
Enable
®
USBPWR2
TUSL2-M
1 2
2 3
Disable
(Default)
Enable
TUSL2-M USB Device Wake Up
3) CNR/USB Selection (CNRUSB1/CNRUSB2)
The CNR slot can support an optional USB hub CNR card. If a USB hub CNR
card is used, set these jumpers to CNR. Otherwise, leave them on the default
setting of USB2 Connect.
CNRUSB1
CNRUSB2
1 2
2 3
®
TUSL2-M
USB2 Connect
(default)
CNR
TUSL2-M USB/CNR Selection
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4) Onboard Audio CODEC Setting (AUD_EN1)
(available on audio model only)
The onboard audio CODEC may be enabled or disabled using all of these jumpers.
Disable the onboard audio CODEC if you are using an ISA or PCI audio card on
any of the expansion slots or a primary audio/modem CNR on a CNR slot (see
CNR Slot later in this section). If using a PCI audio expansion card, Onboard
AC97 Audio Controller in 4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration must also be
disabled.
Setting
Enable
Disable
AUD_EN1
[1-2] (default)
[2-3]
AUD_EN1
1 2
2
3
®
Disable
Enable
(Default)
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M Audio Codec Setting
5) Onboard LAN Setting (LAN_EN)
The onboard LAN may be enabled/disabled with this jumper.
Setting
LAN_EN
Enable
Disable
[1-2] (default)
[2-3]
LAN_EN
1 2
2 3
®
TUSL2-M
Enable
(default)
Disable
TUSL2-M On Board Lan Setting
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6) Keyboard Power Up (KBPWR)
This allows you to disable or enable the keyboard power up function. Set this
jumper to Enable if you wish to use your keyboard (by pressing <Spacebar>) to
power up your computer. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can
supply at least 300mA on the +5VSB lead. The default is set to Enable. Your
computer will not power ON if you set this to Enable but do not have the appropriate
ATX power supply. NOTE: This jumper must be set in conjunction with Wake
On PS2 KB/PS2 Mouse/CIR in 4.5.1 Power Up Control.
Setting
Enable
Disable
KBPWR
[1-2] (default)
[2-3]
KBPWR
1 2
2 3
®
Enable
(default)
Disable
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M Keyboard Power Setting
WARNING! Using a higher voltage may help when overclocking but may result
in the shortening of your computer component’s life. It is highly recommended
that you leave this setting on its default.
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7) CPU External Frequency Setting (DSW)
This option tells the clock generator what frequency to send to the CPU, DRAM,
AGP, and the PCI bus. This allows the selection of the CPU’s External frequency.
IMPORTANT:
1. In JumperFree mode, all dip switches must be set to OFF.
2. When JumperFree mode is enabled, use BIOS setup in place of these switches
(see CPU Internal Frequency in 4.4 Advanced Menu).
NOTE: Only selected switches are illustrated. For a complete frequency listing,
see next page.
DSW
CPU
66MHz 100MHz 133MHz 133MHz
100MHz 100MHz 133MHz 100MHz
66MHz 66MHz 66MHz 66MHz
33MHz 33MHz 33MHz 33MHz
SDRAM
AGP
PCI
®
TUSL2-M
(JumperFree Mode)
TUSL2-M CPU External
Clock (BUS) Frequency Selection
NOTE: If your processor does not have a locked Frequency Multiple, you must
use CPU Core:Bus Freq. Multiple in 4.4 Advanced Menu to set the Frequency
Multiple. If the Frequency Multiple is locked, setting the Frequency Multiple in
BIOS setup will have no effect.
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External Frequency Table
The following table is for use by experienced motherboard installers only. Overclocking
can result in system instability or even shortening the life of the processor.
CPU:DRAM CPU SDRAM
Frequency Selection Switches
Ratio
(MHz) (MHz)
1
2
3
4
5
66:100
66:100
66:100
66:100
66:100
66:100
66:100
66:100
100:100
100:100
100:100
64.4
60.0
66.0
68.3
70.0
75.0
80.0
83.0
99.6
90.0
100.0
99.6
90.0
[O N ] [O N ] [O N ] [O N ] [O N ]
[O N ] [O N ] [O N ] [O N ] [O FF]
[O N ] [O N ] [O N ] [O FF] [O N ]
[O N ] [O N ] [O N ] [O FF] [O FF]
[O N ] [O N ] [O FF] [O N ] [O N ]
[O N ] [O N ] [O FF] [O N ] [O FF]
[O N ] [O N ] [O FF] [O FF] [O N ]
[O N ] [O N ] [O FF] [O FF] [O FF]
[O N ] [O FF] [O N ] [O N ] [O N ]
[O N ] [O FF] [O N ] [O N ] [O FF]
[O N ] [O FF] [ON] [OFF] [ON]
100.0
102.5
105.0
112.5
120.0
124.5
99.6
90.0
100.0
100:100
100:100
100:100
100:100
100:100
133:133
133:133
133:133
133:133
133:133
133:133
133:133
133:133
133:100
133:100
133:100
133:100
133:100
133:100
133:100
133:100
103.0
105.0
110.0
115.0
200.0
132.8
166.6
133.0
137.0
140.0
145.0
150.0
160.0
132.8
166.6
133.0
137.0
140.0
145.0
150.0
160.0
103.0
105.0
110.0
115.0
200.0
132.8
166.6
133.0
137.0
140.0
145.0
150.0
160.0
99.6
125.0
100.0
102.8
105.0
108.8
112.5
120.0
[O N ] [O FF] [O N ] [O FF] [O FF]
[O N ] [O FF] [O FF] [O N ] [O N ]
[O N ] [O FF] [O FF] [O N ] [O FF]
[O N ] [O FF] [O FF] [O FF] [O N ]
[O N ] [O FF] [O FF] [O FF] [O FF]
[OFF] [ON] [O N] [O N ] [O N ]
[OFF] [ON] [O N] [O N ] [O FF]
[OFF] [ON] [O N] [O FF] [O N ]
[OFF] [ON] [O N] [O FF] [O FF]
[OFF] [ON] [O FF] [O N ] [O N ]
[OFF] [ON] [O FF] [O N ] [O FF]
[OFF] [ON] [O FF] [O FF] [O N ]
[OFF] [ON] [O FF] [O FF] [O FF]
[OFF] [OFF] [O N ] [O N ] [O N ]
[OFF] [OFF] [O N ] [O N ] [O FF]
[OFF] [OFF] [O N ] [O FF] [O N ]
[OFF] [OFF] [O N ] [O FF] [O FF]
[OFF] [OFF] [O FF] [O N ] [O N ]
[OFF] [OFF] [O FF] [O N ] [O FF]
[OFF] [OFF] [O FF] [O FF] [O N ]
[OFF] [OFF] [O FF] [O FF] [O FF]
For updated processor settings, visit ASUS’s web site (see ASUS CONTACT
INFORMATION)
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3.5 System Memory (DIMM)
NOTE: No hardware or BIOS setup is required after adding or removing memory.
This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). Sockets are
available for 3.3Volt (power level) unbuffered Synchronous Dynamic RandomAccess
Memory (SDRAM). One side (with memory chips) of the DIMM takes up one row on
the motherboard.
Memory speed setup is recommended through SDRAM Configuration in 4.4.1
Chip Configuration.
Install memory in any combination as follows:
DIMM Location
168-pin DIMM
Total Memory
Socket 1 (Rows 0&1)
Socket 2 (Rows 2&3)
Socket 3 (Rows 4&5)
SDRAM 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512MB x1
SDRAM 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512MB x1
SDRAM 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512MB x1
Total System Memory (Max 512MB)
=
CAUTION! If the total installed memory exceeds 512MB, the system will hang
during startup.
3.5.1 General DIMM Notes
•
For the system CPU bus to operate at 133MHz, use only PC133-compliant
DIMMs. When this motherboard operates at 133MHz, most system will not
even boot if non-compliant modules are used because of the strict timing issues
involved under this speed. If your DIMMs are not PC133-compliant, set the
CPU bus frequency to 100MHz RAM to ensure system stability.
•
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.
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3.5.2 Memory Installation
WARNING! Make sure that you unplug the 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.
Lock
88 Pins
®
60 Pins
TUSL2-M
20 Pins
TUSL2-M 168-Pin DIMM Sockets
The DIMMs must be 3.3Volt unbuffered SDRAMs. To determine the DIMM type,
check the notches on the DIMMs (see figure below).
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 ZIF Socket 370. The CPU that came with the
motherboard should have a fan attached to it to prevent overheating. If this is not the
case, then purchase a fan before you turn on your system.
WARNING! Be sure that there is sufficient air circulation across the processor’s
heatsink by regularly checking that your CPU fan is working. Without sufficient
circulation, the processor could overheat and damage both the processor and the
motherboard. You may install an auxiliary fan, if necessary.
To install a CPU, first turn off your system and remove its cover. Locate the ZIF
socket and open it by first pulling the lever sideways away from the socket then
upwards to a 90-degree angle. Insert the CPU with the correct orientation as shown.
The notched corner should point towards the end of the lever. Because the CPU has
a corner pin for two of the four corners, the CPU will only fit in the orientation as
shown. The picture is for reference only; you should have a CPU fan that covers the
face of the CPU. With the added weight of the CPU fan, no force is required to
insert the CPU. Once completely inserted, close the socket’s lever while holding
down the CPU. After the CPU is , install an Intel recommended fan heatsink. Locate
the CPU fan connector (see 3.1 Motherboard Layout or 3.8 Connectors) and connect
the CPU fan cable to it.
NOTE: Do not forget to set the correct Bus Frequency and Multiple (frequency
multiple setting is available only on unlocked processors) for your Socket 370
processor or else boot-up may not be possible. Socket 370 processors provide internal
thermal sensing so that a socket mounted thermal resistor is not needed.
CAUTION! Be careful not to scrape the motherboard when mounting a clamp-
style processor fan or else damage may occur to the motherboard.
Pentium III
Celeron
(Coppermine)
FC-PGA
Gold Arrow
Pentium III
®
(Tualatin)
TUSL2-M
FC-PGA2
Gold Arrow
TUSL2-M Socket 370
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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 (see 3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure
for more information).
3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure
1. Read the documentation for your expansion card and make any necessary
hardware or software settings for your expansion card, such as jumpers.
2. Remove your computer system’s cover and the bracket plate on the slot you
intend to use. Keep the bracket for possible future use.
3. Carefully align the card’s connectors and press firmly.
4. Secure the card on the slot with the screw you removed above.
5. Replace the computer system’s cover.
6. Set up the BIOS if necessary
(see PCI/PNP IRQ Resource Exclusion in 4.4.3 PCI Configuration)
7. Install the necessary software drivers for your expansion card.
3.7.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards
Some expansion cards need an IRQ to operate. Generally, an IRQ must be exclusively
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 motherboard also
has MIDI enabled, another IRQ will be used, leaving 4 IRQs free.
Standard Interrupt Assignments
IRQ
0
Priority
Standard Function
System Timer
1
1
2
Keyboard Controller
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 enabled
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 ISA or PCI devices.
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Interrupt Request Table for this Motherboard
Interrupt requests are shared as shown by the following table:
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
PCI slot 1
PCI slot 2
PCI slot 3
Onboard VGA
Onboard USB controller HC0
Onboard USB controller HC1
AGP Pro
CNR LAN
CNR Audio/Modem
Onboard LAN
—
—
—
shared
—
—
shared
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
not shared
—
—
—
shared
—
—
shared
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
not shared
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
not shared
—
—
—
—
—
—
not shared
—
—
not shared
—
—
—
—
not shared
—
IMPORTANT: If using PCI cards on shared slots, make sure that the drivers support
“Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Conflicts will arise
between the two PCI groups that will make the system unstable or cards inoperable.
3.7.3 Communication and Networking Riser (CNR) Slot
This connector supports a specially designed network, audio, or modem riser card.
Main processing is done through software and controlled by the motherboard’s system
chipset. This provides upgradeable network, audio, and/or modem solutions at an
incredibly low cost.
NOTE: CNRs are not included with this motherboard.
®
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M Communication
& Networking Riser Connectors
CNR Restrictions:
1. If an audio CNR card is used, it must be primary.
2. If the onboard audio CODEC is enabled, the modem CNR card must be
secondary.
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3.7.4 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Slot
This motherboard provides an accelerated graphics port (AGP) slot to support a new
generation of AGP graphics cards with ultra-high memory bandwidth.
®
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
NOTE: Disable the integrated graphics controller (see Onboard VGA in 4.4.1 Chip
Configuration) when using an add-on graphics card.
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3.8 Connectors
3.8.1 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 connector
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 second
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. For additional USB
ports, you can use the USB headers (see USB Headers later in this section) and
mount it to the chassis.
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
4) 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 (Printer) Port (25-pin female)
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5) Serial Port Connectors (Teal/Turquoise 9-pin COM1, 10-1 pin COM2)
One serial port is ready for a mouse or other serial devices. A second serial port
is available using a serial port bracket connected from the motherboard to an
expansion slot opening. See Onboard Serial Port 1/2 in 4.4.2 I/O Device
Configuration for settings.
COM 1
Serial Port (9-pin male)
PIN 1
®
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M Serial COM2 Bracket
6) Monitor Output Connector (Blue 15-pin VGA)
This connector is for output to a VGA-compatible device.
VGA Monitor (15-pin female)
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7) 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)
8) Audio Port Connectors (Three 1/8” GAME_AUDIO) (optional)
Line Out (lime) can be connected to headphones or preferably powered speakers.
Line In (light blue) allows tape players or other audio sources to be recorded 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
9) Fast-Ethernet Port Connector (RJ-45) (optional)
The RJ-45 connector is optional at the time of purchase and is located on top of
the USB connectors. The connector allows the motherboard to connect to a Local
Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
RJ45
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3.8.2 Internal Connectors
1) Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34-1pin FLOPPY)
This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable.After connecting
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 orientation when
using ribbon cables with pin 5 plugged).
FLOPPY
NOTE: Orient the red markings on
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
®
TUSL2-M
PIN 1
TUSL2-M Floppy Disk Drive Connector
2) Primary (Blue) / Secondary IDE Connectors (Two 40-1pin IDE)
These connectors support the provided IDE hard disk ribbon cable. Connect the
cable’s blue connector to the motherboard’s primary (recommended) or secondary
IDE connector, and then connect the gray connector to your UltraDMA/100
slave device (hard disk drive) and the black connector 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. Please refer to
your hard disk documentation for the jumper settings. BIOS now supports specific
device bootup (see 4.4.1Advanced CMOS Setup). (Pin 20 is removed to prevent
inserting in the wrong orientation when using ribbon cables with pin 20
plugged).
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 4.4.1 Advanced CMOS Setup.
IMPORTANT: UltraDMA/100 IDE devices must use a 40-pin 80-conductor IDE
cable for 100MByte/sec transfer rates.
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NOTE: Orient the red markings
(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.
®
TUSL2-M
PIN 1
TUSL2-M IDE Connectors
3) IDE Activity LED (2-pin IDELED)
This connector supplies power to the cabinet’s IDE activity LED. Read and
write activity by devices connected to the Primary or Secondary IDE connectors
will cause the LED to light up.
TIP: If the case-mounted LED does not
light, try reversing the 2-pin plug.
®
IDELED
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M IDE Activity LED
4) Power Supply (PWR_FAN), CPU (CPU_FAN), Chassis (CHA_FAN) Fan
Connectors (3 pins)
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 fan’s plug to the board taking into
consideration the polarity of the connector.
NOTE: The “Rotation” signal is to be used only by a specially designed fan with
rotation signal. The Rotations per Minute (RPM) can be read directly from the
ASUS iPanel or monitored using a utility such asASUS PC Probe or Intel LDCM.
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WARNING! Airflow across the CPU and onboard heatsinks is imperative, and
the corresponding pins should be used accordingly. These are not jumpers, do
not place jumper caps over these pins.
CPU_FAN
PWR_FAN
®
TUSL2-M
CHA_FAN
TUSL2-M 12-Volt Cooling Fan Power
5) Internal Audio Connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX and 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.
Right Audio Channel
Ground
AUX (White)
Left Audio Channel
Modem-Out
Ground
MODEM
Ground
Modem-In
®
TUSL2-M
CD1 (Black)
Left Audio Channel
Ground
Right Audio Channel
TUSL2-M Internal Audio Connectors
6) Headphone True-Level Line Out Header (3-pin HEADPHONE)
This connector allows you to connect chassis mounted headphone to the
motherboard instead of having to attach an external headphone onto the ATX
connectors.
HEADPHONE
Headphone Right
GND
®
Headphone Left
TUSL2-M
1
TUSL2-M True-Level Line Out Header
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7) Internal Microphone Connector (3-pin MIC2)
This connector allows you to connect chassis mounted microphone to the
motherboard.
MIC2
3
Ground
MIC Input
®
MIC Power
1
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M Internal Microphone Connector
8) ASUS iPanel Connector (24-1 pin AFPANEL)
This connector allows you to connect an optionalASUS iPanel, an easy to access
drive bay with front I/O ports, status LEDs, and space reserved for a hard disk
drive.
AFPANEL
NC
NC
NC
BATT
NC
LOCKKEY
PCIRST#
MLED-
SMBCLK
+3VSB
SMBDATA
IRTX
+5V
EXTSMI#
CHASSIS#
+5VSB
CIRRX
NC
®
GND
IRRX
TUSL2-M
GND
+5 V
NC
TUSL2-M Front Panel Connectors
9) ASUS iPanel Audio Connector (10-1 pin AAPANEL)
Connect the audio cable from the optional ASUS iPanel to this for front panel
audio control.
AAPANEL
®
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10) SMB Connector (6-1 pin SMB)
This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management Bus) devices.
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
+3V
SMBDATA
®
Ground
TUSL2-M
SMBCLK
FLOATING
1
TUSL2-M SMBus Connector
11) Chassis Intrusion Lead (2-pin ACHA)
This lead is for a chassis designed for chassis intrusion detection. After-market
toggle switches may also be installed to the chassis panel or on any removable
components. Two wires should be available from the chassis to connect to this
lead. When any chassis component is removed, the contact should open and the
motherboard will record a chassis intrusion event. The event can then be processed
by software such as LDCM. If the chassis intrusion lead is not used, a jumper
cap must be placed over the pins to close the circuit.
®
ACHA
TUSL2-M
Chassis Intruder
GND
1
TUSL2-M Chassis Open Alarm Lead
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12) Wake-On-LAN Connector (3-pin WOL_CON)
This connector connects to a LAN card with a Wake-On-LAN output. The
connector powers up the system when a wake up packet or signal is received
through the LAN card.
IMPORTANT: This feature requires that Wake On LAN or PCI Modem is
enabled (see 4.5.1 Power Up Control) and that the 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
®
+5 Volt Standby PME
TUSL2-M
Ground
TUSL2-M Wake-On-LAN Connector
13) 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 LAN or PCI Modem is
enabled (see 4.5.1 Power Up Control) and that your system has an ATX power
supply with at least 720mA +5V standby power.
WOR
®
1
TUSL2-M
Ground
Ring#
2
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14) LCD-TV Headers (18-pin, 18-1 pin LCDTV)
These headers require an optional LCD module for LCD output or a TV-out
module for TV output.
LCDTV
®
TUEG-VM
TUSL2-M LCD-TV Headers
15) USB Headers (10-1 pin USB2)
If the USB Ports on the back panels are inadequate, a USB header is available
for two additional USB ports. Connect the 10-1 pin ribbon cable from the provided
2-port USB connector set to the midboard 10-1 pin USB header and mount the
USB connector set to an open slot on your chassis.
NOTE: To use this header, make sure that the USBCNR1/USBCNR2 jumpers
(see 3.4 Motherboard Settings) are set to USB Connect.
USB2
5
10
6
1: USB Power 6: USB Power
2: USBP2–
3: USBP2+
4: GND
7: USBP3–
8: USBP3+
9: GND
®
5: NC
TUSL2-M
1
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16) ATX Power Supply Connector (20-pin block ATXPWR)
This connector connects to anATX power supply. The plug from the power supply
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 your ATX power supply (minimum recommended
wattage: 200 watts; 235W for a fully-configured system) can supply at least 20
amperes on the +5-volt lead and at least 10mA (750mA recommended) on the +5-
volt standby lead (+5VSB). Your system may become unstable/unreliable and may
experience difficulty in powering up if your power supply is inadequate. For Wake-
On-LAN support, your ATX power supply must supply at least 750mA +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
®
TUSL2-M
TUSL2-M ATX Power Connector
17) Smart Card Reader Connector (14-1 pin SMART CARD) (optional)
This connector accommodates a Smart Card Reader that allows you to
conveniently make transactions such as financial, health care, telephony, or
traveling services through a Smart Card user interface software.
SMARTCARD
1
VCC
NC
NC
NC
SCRFET#
SCRCLK
NC
SCRREST
NC
SCRUI
SCRRES#
®
GND
TUSL2-M
NC2
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The following illustration is for items 17–23.
Speaker
Connector
Keyboard Lock
Power LED
®
Reset SW
TUSL2-M
Message LED
SMI Lead
ATX Power
Switch*
*
Requires an ATX power supply.
TUSL2-M System Panel Connectors
17) System Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PWRLED)
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.
18) Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2-pin KEYLOCK)
This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted key switch to allow keyboard
locking.
19) 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 warnings.
Only SPEAKER will allow you to hear system beeps before the integrated audio
has been properly initialized.
20) System Message LED Lead (2-pin MSG.LED)
This indicates whether a message has been received from a fax/modem. The
LED will remain lit when there is no signal and blink when there is data received.
This function requires an ACPI OS and driver support.
21) 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
connects to the case-mounted suspend switch.
22) ATX Power Switch Lead (2-pin PWRSW)
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 system’s power.
23) 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 system’s power supply.
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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 ), and
the power input voltage is set to comply with the standard used in your
country (220V-240V or 110-120V).
3. Connect the power supply cord into the power supply located on the
back of your system case according to your system user’s 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 between
orange and green after the system’s 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 anything 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 connections 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 computer” will
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
motherboard, 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
disk. DO NOT copy AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS to the disk.
2. Type COPY D:\AFLASH\AFLASH.EXE A:\ (assuming D is your
CD-ROM drive) to copy AFLASH.EXE to the boot disk you created.
NOTE: AFLASH works only in DOS mode. It does not work in the DOS
prompt within Windows and does not work with certain memory drivers
that may be loaded when you boot from the hard drive. It is recommended
that you reboot using a floppy disk.
3. Reboot the computer from the floppy disk.
NOTE: BIOS setup must specify “Floppy” as the first item in the boot
sequence.
4. In DOS mode, type A:\AFLASH <Enter> to run AFLASH.
IMPORTANT! If the word “unknown” appears after Flash Memory:, the
memory chip is either not programmable or is not supported by the ACPI BIOS
and therefore, 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>.
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4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures
WARNING! Update the BIOS only if you have problems with the motherboard
and you know that the new BIOS revision will solve your problems. Careless
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 boot floppy disk you created earlier.
2. Boot from the floppy disk.
3. At the “A:\” prompt, type AFLASH and then press <Enter>.
4. At the Main Menu, type 2 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, then press <Enter>.
NOTE: To cancel this operation, press <Enter>.
6. When prompted to confirm the BIOS update, press Y to start the update.
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7. The utility starts to program the new BIOS information into the Flash
ROM. The boot block is updated automatically only when necessary.
This minimizes the possibilities of boot problems in case of update
failures. When the programming is done, Flashed Successfully appears.
8. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
WARNING! If you encounter problems while updating the new BIOS, DO NOT
turn off the system because this may cause boot problems. Just repeat the process,
and if the problem still persists, load the original BIOS file you saved to the boot
disk. If the Flash Memory Writer utility is not able to successfully update a
complete BIOS file, the system may not boot. If this happens, call the ASUS
service center for support.
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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 pressing
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 reflect
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 locate
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>
<F5>
Moves the cursor to the last field
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 provides
a General Help screen. This screen can be called up from any menu by simply
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 document.
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
contains additional options for a field parameter. To call up a
sub-menu, simply move the highlight to the field and press
<Enter>. 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 second
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] [Enabled].
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4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave
Type [Auto]
Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive. If automatic
detection is successful, Setup automatically fills in the correct values for
the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If automatic detection fails, this
may be because the hard disk drive is too old or too new. If the hard disk
was already formatted on an older system, Setup may detect incorrect
parameters. In these cases, select [User Type HDD] to manually enter the
IDE hard disk drive parameters. Refer to the next section for details.
NOTE: After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS,
use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard
disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the
hard disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk
drives to active.
CAUTION! Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you
have the configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer. Incorrect
settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed hard disk.
Other options for the Type field are:
[None] - to disable IDE devices
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[User Type HDD]
Manually enter the number of cylinders, heads and sectors per track for the drive.
Refer to the drive documentation or on the drive label for this information. If no
drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select [None].
Cylinders
This field configures the number of cylinders. Refer to the drive documentation to
determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE: To make changes to
this field, set the Type field to [User Type HDD] and the Translation Method
field to [Manual].
Head
This field configures the number of read/write heads. Refer to the drive documentation
to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE: To make changes to this
field, set the Type field to [User Type HDD] and the Translation Method field to
[Manual].
Sector
This field configures the number of sectors per track. Refer to the drive
documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE:
To make changes to this field, set the Type field to [User Type HDD] and
the Translation Method field to [Manual].
CHS Capacity
This field shows the drive’s maximum CHS capacity as calculated by the
BIOS based on the drive information you entered.
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Maximum LBA Capacity
This field shows the drive’s maximum LBA capacity as calculated by the BIOS
based on the drive information you entered.
Multi-Sector Transfers [Maximum]
This option automatically sets the number of sectors per block to the highest number
that the drive supports. Note that when this field is automatically configured, the set
value may not always be the fastest value for the drive. You may also manually
configure this field. Refer to the documentation that came with the hard drive to
determine the optimum value and set it manually. NOTE: To make changes to this
field, set the Type field to [User Type HDD]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2
Sectors] [4 Sectors] [8 Sectors] [16 Sectors] [32 Sectors] [Maximum]
SMART Monitoring [Disabled]
This filed allows you to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring,Analysis
and Reporting Technology) system that utilizes internal hard disk drive monitoring
technology. This parameter is normally disabled because the resources used in the
SMART monitoring 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 capability.
NOTE: To make changes to this field, set the Type field to [User Type
HDD]. Configuration options: [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [Disabled]
Other options for the Type field are:
[CD-ROM] - for IDE CD-ROM drives
[LS-120] - for LS-120 compatible floppy disk drives
[ZIP-100] - for ZIP-100 compatible disk drives
[MO] - for IDE magneto optical disk drives
[Other ATAPI Device] - for IDE devices not listed here
After making your selections on this sub-menu, press the <Esc> key to return
to the Main menu. When the Main menu appears, the hard disk drive filed
displays the size for the hard disk drive that you configured.
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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 characters.
Configuration options: [1/4 Sec] [1/2 Sec] [3/4 Sec] [1 Sec]
Language [English]
This field displays the BIOS language version.
Supervisor Password [Disabled] / User Password [Disabled]
These fields allow you to set passwords. To set a password, highlight the appropriate
field and press <Enter>. Type in a password then press <Enter>. You can type up to
eight alphanumeric characters. Symbols and other characters are ignored. To confirm
the password, type the password again and press <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 appears.
Press <Enter>. The password is set to [Disabled].
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A Note about Passwords
The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify passwords in the Main menu.
The passwords control access to the BIOS during system startup. The passwords
are not case sensitive. 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.
®
R210
TUEG-VM
Short solder points
to Clear CMOS
TUEG-VM Clear RTC RAM
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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4.4 Advanced Menu
CPU Internal Frequency
In JumperFree™ Mode, this field allows you to select the internal frequency
of your CPU. Select [Manual] if you want to make changes to the subsequent
2 fields. Note that selecting a frequency higher than the CPU manufacturer
recommends may cause the system to hang or crash. See System Hangup
on page 60.
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 CPU’s 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.
Configuration 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.
Configuration 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]
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USB Legacy Support [Auto]
This motherboard supports Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. The default
of [Auto] allows the system to detect a USB device on startup. If detected,
USB controller legacy mode will be enabled. If not detected, USB controller
legacy mode will be disabled. When this field is set to [Disabled], USB
controller legacy mode is disabled whether you are using a USB device or
not. Configuration 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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Notes for JumperFree Mode
CPU Upgrade/Reinstallation
To ensure that your system can enter BIOS setup after the processor has
been changed or reinstalled, your system will start up running at a bus speed
of 66MHz and a fail-safe CPU internal frequency (4x66MHz). It will then
automatically take you to the Advanced menu with a popup menu of all the
officially possible CPU internal frequencies.
System Hangup
If your system crashes or hangs due to improper frequency settings, power
OFF your system and restart. The system will start up in safe mode running
at a bus speed of 66MHz and enter BIOS setup.
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4.4.1 Chip Configuration
SDRAM Capability
This field displays the capability of the memory modules that you are using
either PC100 or PC133.
SDRAM Operating Mode
This field displays the current SDRAM operating mode (PC100 or PC133)
according to the SDRAM frequency you configure in the Advanced menu.
SDRAM Timing [By SPD]
This sets the optimal timings for items 4-7, depending on the memory
modules that you are using. The default setting [By SPD] configures items
4-7 by reading the contents in the SPD (Serial 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] [By SPD]
SDRAM CAS Latency
This controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time
that the data actually becomes available.
SDRAM RAS to CAS Delay
This controls the latency between the SDRAM active command and the
read/write command.
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SDRAM RAS Precharge Time
This controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the
SDRAM.
SDRAM Cycle Time (Tras, Trc) [7T, 9T]
This feature controls the number of SDRAM clocks used for SDRAM
parameters Tras and Trc. Tras specifies the minimum clocks required between
active command and precharge command. Trc specifies the minimum clocks
required between active command and re-active command. Configuration
options: [5T, 7T] [7T, 9T]
SDRAM Page Closing Policy [One Bank]
This feature controls that after a page miss whether the Graphics and Memory
Controller Hub (GMCH) will issue “precharge only the bank” or “precharge
all” command to a specific opened SDRAM bank. Configuration options:
[One Bank] [All Banks]
CPU Latency Timer [Enabled]
This controls the GMCH’s response to CPU deferrable cycles. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Command Per Cycle [Enabled]
When onboard VGAis used, CPU can help to gain graphics performance by
increasing proper SDRAM cycles combinations. Configuration options:
[Enabled] [Disabled]
Video Memory Cache Mode [UC]
USWC (uncacheable, speculative write combining) is a new cache
technology for the video memory of the processor. It can greatly improve
the display speed by caching the display data. You must set this to UC
(uncacheable) if your display card does not support this feature, otherwise
the system may not boot. Configuration options: [UC] [USWC]
Graphics Window Size [64MB]
This feature allows you to select the size of mapped memory forAGPgraphic
data. Configuration options: [64MB] [32MB]
AGP Capability [4X Mode]
This motherboard supports theAGP 4x interface, which transfers video data
at 1066MB/s. Since AGP 4x is backward-compatible, you may leave the
default [4X Mode] on no matter you are using anAGP 2x video card. When
set to [2X Mode], theAGPinterface will only provide a peak data throughput
of 533MB/s even if you are using an AGP 4x card. Configuration options:
[2X Mode] [4X Mode]
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Memory Hole At 15M-16M [Disabled]
This field allows you to reserve an address space for ISA devices that require
it. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCI 2.1 Support [Enabled]
This function allows you to enable or disable PCI 2.1 features including
passive release and delayed transaction. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
High Priority PCI Mode [Disabled]
This field allows you to give PCI slot 1 a higher priority. You may want to
leave on the default setting if you are using an IEEE-1394 PCI card.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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] [Disabled]
SDRAM DATA DRIVING MODE [NORMAL]
Leave on default setting. Configuration options: [Normal] [Strong]
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4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration
Onboard AC97 Modem Controller [Auto]
Onboard AC97 Audio Controller [Auto]
[Auto] allows the motherboard’s BIOS to detect whether you are using any
modem/audio device. If a modem/audio device is detected, the onboard
modem/audio controller will be enabled; if no modem/audio device is
detected, the onboard modem/audio controller will be disabled. If you have
conflicts with the onboard controller, you may set the appropriate field to
[Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
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]
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Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8H/IRQ4]
Onboard Serial Port 2 [2F8H/IRQ3]
These fields allow you to set the addresses for the onboard serial connectors.
Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2 must have different addresses. Configuration
options: [3F8H/IRQ4] [2F8H/IRQ3] [3E8H/IRQ4] [2E8H/IRQ10]
[Disabled]
UART2 Use As [COM Port]
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 connector, it will no longer work if you enable the
infrared feature. Configuration options: [COM Port] [IR] [Smart Card
Reader]
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] [EPP] [ECP] [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]
Onboard Game Port [200H-207H]
This field sets the address of the onboard game port connector. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [200H-207H] [208H-20FH]
Onboard MIDI I/O [Disabled]
This field sets the address of the onboard MIDI connector. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [330H-331H] [300H-301H]
Onboard CIR I/O [Disabled]
This field sets the address of the onboard Consumer IR connector.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [2E0-2E8H] [3E0-3E8H]
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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. Configuration 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 motherboard’s BIOS to detect whether you have a Symbios
SCSI controller. If the Symbios SCSI controller is detected, the
motherboard’s Symbios BIOS will be enabled; if no Symbios SCSI controller
is detected, the onboard Symbios SCSI BIOS will be disabled.
[Disabled] will disable the motherboard’s 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.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
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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]
Primary VGA BIOS [PCI Card]
If your computer has both PCI andAGP VGAcards, this field allows you 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. [On-Board] allows
you to use the onboard VGA as your primary graphics controller.
Configuration options: [PCI Card] [AGP Card] [On-Board]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this field allows your computer to boot from the
network using the onboard LAN controller boot ROM. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCI IRQ Resource Exclusion
IRQ XX Reserved [No]
These fields indicate whether or not the displayed IRQ for each field is
being used by a specified device. The default value indicates that the
displayed IRQ is not used. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
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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 Defined]
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 Defined] 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 Saving]
puts the system into power saving mode after a brief period of system inactivity;
[Min Saving] is almost the same as [Max Saving] except that the system inactivity
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 Management” will appear in the “Control
Panel.” Choose “Advanced” in 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]
The DPMS (Display Power Management 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
“green” features. [V/H SYNC+Blank] blanks the screen and turns off vertical
and horizontal scanning. Configuration options: [Blank Screen] [V/H
SYNC+Blank] [DPMS Standby] [DPMS Suspend] [DPMS OFF] [DPMS
Reduce ON]
HDD Power Down [Disabled]
This feature shuts down any IDE hard disk drives in the system after a
period of inactivity 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]
Suspend-to-RAM Capability [Disabled]
Suspend-to-RAM (STR) is an energy-saving feature. In Suspend-to-RAM
state, all devices on the computer are turned off, except for the system RAM.
Thus, the PC consumes less than 5 Watts of power. Select [Enabled] if your
power supply can supply at least 720mA on the +5VSB lead to support the
STR function. If the expansion cards you use on the motherboard do not
support the STR function, you must leave this field on the default setting
[Disabled]. NOTE: This field is only effective for Windows 98.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
APIC Mode [Disabled]
This function supports the operating system in multiprocessing (MP OS).
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Suspend Mode [Disabled]
Sets the time period before the system goes into suspend mode. NOTE:
This field is effective for DOS, Windows 9x, and Windows NT 4.0
environments. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1~2 Min] [2~3 Min]...[1
Hour]
PWR Button < 4 Secs [Soft Off]
When set to [Soft off], the ATX switch may be used as a power-off button
when pressed for less than 4 seconds. [Suspend] gives the button a dual
function: when pressed for less than 4 seconds puts the system in sleep
mode. Regardless of the setting, holding the 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 [Enabled]
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 [Disabled]
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 another
computer via a network by sending a wake-up frame or signal. Configuration
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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Wake On PS2 KB/PS2 Mouse/CIR [Disabled]
Set this field to [Enabled] if you wish to use your PS2 keyboard, PS2 mouse,
or consumer IR device to power up your computer. This feature requires an
ATX power supply that can supply at least 300mA on the +5VSB lead. The
default is set to [Disabled] because not all computers have the appropriate
ATX power supply. Your computer will not power ON if you set this to
[Enabled] and do not have the appropriateATX power supply. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Wake Up By PS2 Keyboard [Space Bar]
When the previous setup item Wake On PS2 KB/PS2 Mouse/CIR is
enabled, you may specify the key(s) to press to power up the computer.
Configuration options: [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] [Wakeup Key]
Wake On USB for S3 or S4 State [Disabled]
This field allows you to use your USB device/s, if any, to power up the
computer from Suspend-to-RAM mode. This feature requires anATX power
supply that can supply at least 2A on the +5VSB lead. The default is set to
[Disabled] because not all computers have the appropriateATX power supply.
Your computer will not power on if you set this to [Enabled] and do not
have the appropriateATX power supply. NOTE: This feature must be set in
conjunction with USB Device Wake Up in 3.4 Motherboard Settings.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Automatic Power Up [Disabled]
This allows an unattended or automatic system power up. You may configure
your system to power up at a certain time of the day by selecting [Everyday]
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 systems, such
as Windows 98, which 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]
JTPWR Temperature [xxxC/xxxF]
The onboard hardware monitor is able to detect the MB (motherboard),
CPU, and power supply (JTPWR) temperatures. Set to [Ignore] only if
necessary.
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]
Power Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]
The onboard hardware monitor is able to detect the CPU, power supply, and
chassis fan speeds 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.xV]
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 system
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] [ATAPI
MO]
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
connected ATAPI CD-ROM drives.
Other Boot Device Select [INT18 Device (Network)]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [SCSI Boot Device] [INT18 Device
(Network)]
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Plug & Play O/S [No]
This field allows you to use a Plug-and-Play (PnP) operating system to
configure 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 setting
of [No]. Configuration options: [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.
Configuration 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 [Enabled]
When enabled, the BIOS will seek the floppy disk drive to determine whether
the drive has 40 or 80 tracks. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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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
confirmation 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 values
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 option,
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 Operating Systems
You should always use the latest operating system and updates when using new
hardware to ensure full compliance. 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.
5.1.1 Windows 98 First Time Installation
When you start Windows for the first time after the installation of the motherboard,
Windows 98 detects the onboard audio and video chips and may attempt to install a
driver from its system registry. When prompted to restart, select No and then follow
the normal setup procedures on the screen.
5.2 TUSL2-M Motherboard Support CD
To begin using the support CD, insert it into the CD-ROM drive. The support
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).
NOTE: The support CD contents are subject to change at any time without notice.
5.2.1 Installation Menus
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5.2.2 Applications
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INFUpdate Utility for Intel 815 Chipset: Installs INF files in Windows for the
following items: System and Graphics, LPC Interface, SM Bus, PCI Bridge,
Bus Master IDE, USB Host, and Controllers.
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Intel Ultra ATA Storage Driver: Installs Intel’s Ultra ATA storage driver.
Intel 815 Chipset Graphic Control Driver: Installs Intel’s 815 System and
Graphics Controller Driver.
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Intel(r) AC’97 Audio Controller: Installs the AC’97 Audio Controller.
3Com 3C920 Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller: Opens a Readme file with
instructions for installing the driver for the integrated 3Com ethernet controller.
Intel LDCMAdministrator Setup: Installs software to monitor PC systems on
the network within the same bridge address with the Client software installed.
The administrator should install both Administrator and Client software.
Intel LDCM Client Setup: Installs software to monitor the Client system. The
LANDesk Client Manager must be installed to use the hardware manager features.
ASUS BIOS Flash Utility for LDCM: Installs a utility that can remotely flash
a client PC’s BIOS when used in conjunction with Intel LDCM Administrator.
ASUS PC Probe Vx.xx: Installs a utility to monitor your computer’s fan,
temperature, and voltages.
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ASUS Update Vx.xx: Installs a program to help you update your BIOS or
download a BIOS image file.
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Microsoft DirectX Driver: Installs Microsoft DirectX driver.
Winbond Smart ManagerApplication: Installs the Winbond Smart Manager
Application.
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Adobe Acrobat Reader Vx.x: Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader software
necessary to view user’s 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.
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Cyberlink Video andAudioApplications: Installs Cyberlink PowerPlayer SE,
and Cyberlink VideoLive Mail.
E-Color 3 Deep: Installs 3 Deep, the first application which gives the competitive
edge in online gaming, as well as in 3D graphics resolution.
ASUS Screen Saver: Installs the ASUS Screen Saver application.
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.
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6.1 ASUS PC Probe
ASUS PC Probe is a convenient utility to continuously monitor your computer
system’s vital components, such as fan rotations, voltages, and temperatures. 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 bypass this startup
screen, clear the Show up in next execution check box.
To open ASUS PC Probe, click the Windows Start button, point to Programs, and
then ASUS Utility, and then click Probe Vx.xx.
The PC Probe icon
appears on the taskbar system tray indicating that ASUS
PC Probe is running. Clicking the icon allows 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 PC 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 PC 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 PC voltages.
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Settings
Lets you set threshold levels and polling
intervals or refresh times of the PC’s
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
activity 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 predefined threshold.
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Information
Hard Drives
Shows the used and free space of
the PC’s hard disk drives and the
file allocation table or file system
used.
Memory
Shows the PC memory load,
memory usage, and paging file
usage.
Device Summary
Shows a summary of devices present
in your PC.
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DMI Explorer
Shows information pertinent to the
PC, such as CPU type, CPU speed,
and internal/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.
6.1.3 ASUS PC Probe Task Bar Icon
Right clicking the PC Probe
icon brings up a menu to open
or exit ASUS PC Probe and
pause or resume all system
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
appears.
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6.2 Winbond Smart Manager
The Winbond Smart Manager is a clever utility that helps secure the PC
with a Read2-IN-01 Smart Card Reader and a smart card
containing a mini-chip insert, like a GSM cell phone SIM card. Once a
smart card reader is configured, set up the Smart Manager software utility
for “boot up” or “always on” system security.
6.2.1 Setting Up Smart Manager
Connect the smart card reader to the TUSL2; (refer to Section 3.8.13 in
Hardware Setup for the connector location.) Boot up the PC and enter
BIOS (press <del>) to change the configuration to accept smart card
hardware: in the Advanced BIOS menu select the I/O Device Configuration
sub-menu, go to UART2 and select Smart Card Read, save and exit.
Finish booting up. Insert the ASUS Support CD and click on the selection:
Winbond Smart Manager Application. The auto-installer prompts to
install the Base Components and after doing show displays a readme file.
Next, immediately install the Smart Card Driver Library as prompted.
Finally, install the Winbond Smart Manager application as prompted.
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The auto-installer implements all of
the drivers, base components and
displays the Winbond Smart Manager
program groups. Restart. Windows
should auto-detect the smart card
reader and install its system drivers.
NOTE: Do not install system components or Winbond applications unless you
install a smart card reader, (see page 7). Smart card system software compo-
nents support various types of smart card applications; all system components
are compatible with Windows 98, ME and 2000. However, the Windbond Smart
Manager application is readily compatible only with Windows 98 and ME.
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6.2.2 Starting to Use Smart Manager
After installing the software, start
Windbond Smart Manager for the first
time: select the Programs menu from
the Start bar and select the Windbond
program group. When you click the
program application, an icon is created
for the Logon Smart Card software
in the bottom right hand corner of the
screen.
The new icon resembles a key.
Right click on the icon and select
Setting Logon Smart Card.
Click the Add New button
and then select the type of
card you are using. Insert
the smart card into the
card reader, then enter your
name and any remarks into
the fields. Click OK.
The card reader detects the
smart card ID. Smart
Manager registers the
smart card for security
capability and prompts to
click OK. The card’s
security status is displayed
in the main program
window.
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6.2.3 Smart Manager Modes
Return to the Windbond Smart Manager icon on the bottom right hand
corner of the Windows screen. Select the Logon Card Check Mode to
choose the security mode. Three basic modes are available:
1. Disable Check renders the Smart Manager security system inoperative.
2. Boot Check enables the Smart Manager security system for start up.
The user must insert the smart card into the reader during start up in order to
complete the Windows boot up process. In this mode, the user may
remove the smart card and continue to use the PC after the start cycle is
complete. If no smart card, or the wrong one, is inserted during boot up, the
PC displays the Smart Manager Protection Screen:
Whenever the Smart Manager
Protection Screen is displayed,
the computer is secured and
impenetrable.
3. Always Check configures the Smart Manager to require that the user
insert the smart card during start up; then, if the card is removed at any time
during the operation of the PC, the Smart Manager protection screen will
automatically pop up and the PC is secure until the card is reinserted.
File Protect Check Mode: This is a sub-program used to encrypt and
decode individual files stored in the system using a smart card as a key.
NOTE: Do take care not to lose your smart card or you may not be able
to restart the PC or decode encrypted files. Test each new smart card to
ensure that it is completely compatible with the card reader; the Read2-
In-01 Smart Card Reader is designed only to read cards with the
standard PC/SC mini-chip configuration.
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6.3 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.
6.3.1 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.
6.3.2 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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6.4 CyberLink VideoLive Mail
CyberLink’s 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 3’s built-in e-mail system
through the Internet. VLM 3’s 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 3’s 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 3’s
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.
6.7.2 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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6.5 ASUS LiveUpdate
ASUS LiveUpdate is a utility that allows you to update your motherboard’s
BIOS and drivers. The use of this utility requires that you are properly con-
nected to the Internet through an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
1. Start ASUS Update.
Launch the utility from Start | Programs | ASUS
Utility | ASUS LiveUpdate.
2. Select an update method.
3. If you selected updating/downloading from the
Internet, you will need to select an Internet site.
Choose the site that is closest to you or click
Auto Select.
If you selected Update from a file, you will
be prompted to locate the file.
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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.
AC’97 (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 computer’s 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 “boot” your system (or computer), it means to
turn ON your computer. “Reboot” means to restart your computer. When using Win-
dows 95 or later, selecting “Restart” from “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 “brain” of 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 computer’s 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
The computer automatically wakes 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
PS/2 Mouse 30
Serial Port 32
SMB 38
USB 31
Wake-On-LAN 39
Wake-On-Ring 39
AC PWR Loss Restart 71
Accelerated Graphics Port 29
AGP 29
ASUS iPanel Connector 37
CPU Latency Timer 62
ASUS PC Probe 83
Starting 83
CyberLink
Task Bar Icon 87
Using 83, 84
PowerPlayer SE 93
VideoLive Mail 94
ATAPI CD-ROM 74
CyberLink PowerPlayer SE
Using 93
CyberLink VideoLive Mail
Using 94
ATX Power Supply Connector 41
Audio Port Connectors 33
Automatic Power Up 72
D
B
Discard Changes 77
BIOS
Display Cache Cycle Time (Tras, Trc)
63
Beep Code 43
Updating 45
Display Cache Paging Mode 63
BIOS Beep Codes 43
Boot Sequence 74
Display Cache RAS to CAS Delay 63
Boot Up Floppy Seek 75
Boot Up NumLock Status 56
Boot Virus Detection 75
E
ECP DMA Select 65
Exit Discarding Changes 76
Exit Saving Changes 76
C
Expansion Cards
AGP Pro 29
Central Processing Unit 26
Command Per Cycle 62
Connectors
Assigning IRQs 27
ASUS iPanel 37
ASUS iPanel Audio 37
ATX Power Supply 41
Audio Port 33
Fast-Ethernet Port 33
Floppy Disk Drive 34
Game/MIDI 33
F
Fast-Ethernet Port Connector 33
Floppy 3 Mode Support 52
Floppy Disk Access Control 64
Floppy Disk Drive Connector 34
IDE 34
G
Internal Audio 36
Internal Microphone 37
Monitor Output 32
Parallel Port 31
Game/MIDI Connector 33
Graphics Window Size 63
PS/2 Keyboard 30
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Load Setup Defaults 77
H
M
Halt On 57
Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)
CHS Capacity 54
Cylinders 54
MB Temperature 73
Memory Installation 25
Monitor Output Connector 32
Motherboard
Heads 54
LBA Capacity 54
Sectors 54
Support CD 79
Multi-Sector Transfers 55
Translation Method 54
Types 53
Hardware Setup
O
CPU Installation 26
HDD Power Down 70
Onboard AC97 Modem Controlle 65
Onboard CIR I/O 65
Onboard CIR IRQ 65
Headers
LCD-TV 40
USB 40
High Priority PCI Mode 63
Onboard FDC Swap A & B 64
Onboard MIDI I/O 65
Onboard MIDI IRQ 65
Onboard Parallel Port 65
Onboard PCI IDE Enable 63
Onboard Serial Port 1 64
Onboard Serial Port 2 64
Onboard VGA 62
I
IDE Connectors 34
IDE Hard Drive 74
Installation
CPU 26
Installed Memory 57
Internal Audio Connectors 36
Internal Microphone Connector 37
Operating Systems 79
OS/2 Onboard Memory > 64M 59
Other Boot Device Select 74
Interrupts
P
Standard Assignments 27
Parallel Port Connector 31
Parallel Port Mode 65
K
Password
Keyboard
Supervisor 56
User 56
PCI 2.1 Support 63
PCI Latency Timer 66
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop 66
PIO Mode 55
Auto-Repeat Delay 56
Auto-Repeat Rate 56
Features 56
L
Language 57
Plug & Play O/S 75
Power Fan Speed 73
Power Management 69
LCD-TV Headers 40
Legacy Diskette A 52
Legacy Diskette B 52
PowerPlayer SE
Using 93
LiveUpdate 96
Using 96
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Procedure
CPU Installation 26
U
UART2 Use Standard Infrared 64
Processor Serial Number 59
PS/2 Keyboard Connector 30
PS/2 Mouse Connector 30
PWR Button < 4 Secs 70
PWR Up On Modem Act 71
Ultra DMA Mode 55
Universal Serial BUS Port 31
Universal Serial Bus Port 31
USB Function 67
USB Headers 40
USB Legacy Support 59
Q
Using
Quick Power On Self Test 75
ASUS PC Probe 83
LiveUpdate 96
PowerPlayer SE 93
R
Removable Device 74
S
V
VCORE Voltage 73
Video Off Method 70
Video Off Option 70
Video ROM BIOS Shadow 68
VideoLive Mail 94
Using 94
Voltage
+12 73
+3.3 73
+5 73
Save Changes 77
SDRAM
Cycle Time 62
RAS Precharge Time 62
SDRAM CAS Latency 61
SDRAM Configuration 61
SDRAM Cycle Time 62
SDRAM Cycle Time (Tras, Trc) 62
SDRAM Page Closing Policy 62
Serial Port Connectors 32
-12 73
-5 73
Settings
VCORE 73
Onboard Audio 20
Smart Manager 89
Modes 92
W
Using 91
Wake On LAN 71
SMART Monitoring 55
SMB Connector 38
Starting Up 43
Wake On PS2 KB/PS2 Mouse/CIR 72
Wake On USB for STR State 72
Wake Up By Keyboard 72
Wake-On-LAN Connector 39
Wake-On-Ring Connector 39
Winbond Smart Manager 89
Windbond Smart Manager
Modes 92
Using 91
Windows 98
Support CD 79
Applications 80
Installation Menu 79
Suspend Mode 70
Suspend-to-RAM Capability 70
SYMBIOS SCSI BIOS 66
System Date 52
System Time 52
First Time Installation 79
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NOTES
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