Asus K8V F User Manual

K8V-F  
User Guide  
Contents  
Notices ............................................................................................ v  
Safety information .......................................................................... vi  
About this guide ............................................................................ vii  
K8V-F specification summary ........................................................ ix  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2  
1.2 Special features ................................................................. 1-2  
1.2.1 Product highlights .................................................. 1-2  
1.2.2 ASUS unique features ........................................... 1-4  
1.3 Before you proceed ........................................................... 1-5  
1.4 Motherboard overview ....................................................... 1-6  
1.4.1 Motherboard layout ............................................... 1-6  
1.4.2 Placement direction ............................................... 1-7  
1.4.3 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-7  
1.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .......................................... 1-8  
1.5.1 Overview ................................................................ 1-8  
1.5.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 1-8  
1.6 System memory ............................................................... 1-10  
1.6.1 Overview .............................................................. 1-10  
1.6.2 Memory configurations ........................................ 1-10  
1.6.3 Installing a DIMM................................................. 1-12  
1.6.4 Removing a DIMM............................................... 1-12  
1.7 Expansion slots ................................................................ 1-13  
1.7.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 1-13  
1.7.2 Configuring an expansion card............................ 1-13  
1.7.3 PCI slots .............................................................. 1-15  
1.7.4 AGP slot............................................................... 1-15  
1.8 Jumpers ........................................................................... 1-16  
1.9 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-18  
1.9.1 Rear panel connectors ........................................ 1-18  
1.9.2 Internal connectors .............................................. 1-19  
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Contents  
Chapter 2: BIOS information  
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2  
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ............................. 2-2  
2.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS ............. 2-3  
2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS ...................... 2-3  
2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 2-5  
2.1.5 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 2-6  
2.1.6 ASUS Update ........................................................ 2-8  
2.2 BIOS Setup program ........................................................ 2-10  
2.2.2 Menu bar ...............................................................2-11  
2.2.3 Navigation keys ....................................................2-11  
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ...............................................2-11  
2.2.4 Menu items .......................................................... 2-12  
2.2.5 Sub-menu items................................................... 2-12  
2.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 2-12  
2.2.7 Pop-up window .................................................... 2-12  
2.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 2-12  
2.2.9 General help ........................................................ 2-12  
2.3 Main menu........................................................................ 2-13  
2.3.1 System Time ........................................................ 2-13  
2.3.2 System Date ........................................................ 2-13  
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 2-13  
2.3.4 Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave ................. 2-14  
2.3.5 System Information .............................................. 2-15  
2.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 2-16  
2.4.1 CPU Configuration ............................................... 2-16  
2.4.2 Chipset................................................................. 2-21  
2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration........................... 2-25  
2.4.4 PCIPnP ................................................................ 2-27  
2.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 2-28  
2.5.1 ACPI Aware O/S .................................................. 2-28  
2.5.2 Suspend Mode..................................................... 2-28  
2.5.3 Repost Video S3 Resume.................................... 2-28  
2.5.4 ACPI 2.0 Support ................................................. 2-28  
2.5.5 ACPI APIC Support.............................................. 2-28  
2.5.6 APM Configuration............................................... 2-29  
2.5.7 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-31  
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Contents  
2.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 2-32  
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ............................................. 2-32  
2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 2-33  
2.6.3 Security ................................................................ 2-34  
2.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 2-36  
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Notices  
Federal Communications Commission Statement  
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions:  
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
• This device must accept any interference received including interference  
that may cause undesired operation.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits  
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference  
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with  
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the  
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.  
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the  
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to  
operate this equipment.  
Canadian Department of Communications Statement  
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise  
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference  
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.  
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
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Safetyinformation  
Electrical safety  
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from  
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.  
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that  
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal  
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the  
existing system before you add a device.  
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,  
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.  
• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension  
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.  
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your  
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you  
are using, contact your local power company.  
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a  
qualified service technician or your retailer.  
Operation safety  
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully  
read all the manuals that came with the package.  
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected  
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,  
contact your dealer immediately.  
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from  
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.  
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the  
product in any area where it may become wet.  
• Place the product on a stable surface.  
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a  
qualified service technician or your retailer.  
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Aboutthisguide  
Conventions used in this guide  
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the  
following symbols used throughout this guide.  
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying  
to complete a task.  
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components  
when trying to complete a task.  
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a  
task.  
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.  
Where to find more information  
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product  
and software updates.  
1. ASUS websites  
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS  
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact  
information.  
2. Optional documentation  
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as  
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These  
documents are not part of the standard package.  
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K8V-Fspecificationsummary*  
CPU  
Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64 processor with built-in  
1MB L2 cache or 512 kB L2 cache  
AMD64 architecture that supports simultaneous 32-bit and  
64-bit computing  
Chipset  
VIA K8T800  
VIA VT8237  
System bus  
Memory  
Scalable HyperTransport™ Bus  
2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2GB unbuffered  
non-ECC PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 SDRAM  
memory  
Expansion slots  
Storage  
Audio  
1 x AGP 8X/4X  
5 x PCI  
2 x UltraATA133 connectors  
2 x Serial ATA connectors  
Realtek ALC655 6-channel audio CODEC  
Digital audio via S/PDIF In/Out interface  
LAN  
Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN controller in the southbridge  
with Realtek RTL8201BL/CL LAN PHY  
IEEE 1394  
VIA VT6307 IEEE 1394 controller supports two 1394 ports  
ASUS Update  
Special features  
Rear panel I/O  
1 x Parallel port  
1 x Serial port  
1 x PS/2 keyboard port  
1 x PS/2 mouse port  
4 x USB 2.0 ports  
1 x IEEE 1394 port  
1 x S/PDIF out port  
1 x RJ-45 port  
Line In/Line Out/Microphone ports  
Internal I/O  
2 x USB 2.0 connector for 4 additional USB ports  
IEEE 1394 connector for an additional IEEE 1394 port  
CPU/chassis fan connectors  
20-pin/4-pin ATX 12V power connectors  
AUX connectors  
S/PDIF In connector  
Panel connector  
(Continued on next page)  
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K8V-Fspecificationsummary*  
4Mb Flash EEPROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP,  
BIOS features  
DMI2.0, Green,TCAV, ASUS EZ Flash  
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1  
Industry standard  
Manageability  
Form Factor  
DMI 2.0, WOL/WOR by PME, Wake on USB/KB/Mouse  
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)  
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Chapter 1  
This chapter describes the features of this  
motherboard. It includes brief explanations of the  
special attributes of the motherboard and the new  
technology it supports.  
Product introduction  
1.1 Welcome!  
Thank you for buying the ASUS® K8V-FSC motherboard!  
TheASUS K8V-F motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest  
technologies making it another standout in the long line ofASUS quality motherboards!  
1.2 Special features!  
1.2.1 Product highlights  
AMD Athlon™ 64 processor support  
The K8V-F motherboard comes with a 754-pin surface mount, Zero Insertion Force  
(ZIF) socket that supports theAMDAthlon™ 64 processor. With an integrated  
lowlatency high-bandwidth memory controller and a highly-scalable HyperTransport™  
technology-based system bus, K8V-F provides a powerful platform for your diverse  
computing needs. HyperTransport™ features a 16-bit/1.6GHz data transfer rate  
between the processor and the K8V-F chipset for a total 6.4 GB/s bandwidth. This  
speeds up the link between computer peripherals and optimizes over-all system  
performance. See page 1-8.  
VIAK8T800 and VT8237 chipset  
Embedded in the K8V-F motherboard is the VIAK8T800 and VT8237 chipset. The VIA  
K8T800 northbridge is a 64-bit processor controller that utilizes the HyperTransport™  
bus link to interconnect with theAMD 64 processor. K8T800  
supportsAGP 8X and communicates with the southbridge chip using the VIA  
proprietary V-Link interface. The VT8237 southbridge employs the VIADriveStation™  
Controller Suite that enables multiple drive configuration through native SerialATA,  
RAID, and ParallelATA133 support. This chip also supports USB 2.0, IEEE 1394,  
MC97, Gigabit Ethernet, PCI and LPC interfaces and allows 6 and 7.1-channel audio  
through the VIAVinylAudio technology.  
DDR400 support  
The K8V-F features a single memory architecture for up to 2GB system memory. Two  
184-pin DIMM sockets are available for installation of unbuffered non-ECC PC3200/  
2700/2100 DDR DIMMs.See page 1-10.  
Serial ATAsolution  
The motherboard supports two SerialATA(SATA) interface, a revolutionary  
replacement of the ParallelATAstorage interface. The SerialATAspecification allows  
for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, up  
to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. See page 1-21.  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN  
Onboard is a Realtek 8201BL/CL LAN PHY that works with the integrated MAC in the  
VT8237 southbridge to fully support 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Ethernet networking.  
See page 1-18.  
6-channel and digital audio solution  
Providing high-quality, 6-channel audio solution is the RealtekALC655Audio CODEC.  
K8V-F also comes with a rear panel S/PDIF out jack and a S/PDIF in connector at  
midboard to turn your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital  
connectivity to powerful sound systems. See page 1-18 and 1-20. 1-4 Chapter 2:  
Hardware information  
AGP 8X support  
K8V-F fully supports theAGP 8X (AGP 3.0) specification. AGP 8X is the next  
generation VGAinterface for enhanced graphics performance with high bandwidth  
speeds of up to 2.12 GB/s. See page 1-15.  
IEEE 1394 support  
The IEEE 1394 interface provides high-speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide  
range of peripherals and devices compliant to IEEE 1394 standards. The IEEE 1394  
interface allows up to 400Mbps transfer rates through simple, low-cost, high-bandwidth  
asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between computers, peripherals, and  
consumer electronic devices such as camcorders, VCRs, printers,TVs, and digital  
cameras. See page 1-18 and 1-22.  
USB 2.0 technology  
The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification  
that increases the connection speed from 12 Mbps on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps.  
The higher bandwidth of USB 2.0 allows connection of devices such as high resolution  
video conferencing cameras, next generation scanners and printers. USB 2.0 is  
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See page 1-18 and 1-24.  
1.2.2 ASUS unique features  
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS  
With theASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading  
the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk.  
See page 2-5.  
ASUS K8V-F motherboard user guide  
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1.3 Before you proceed  
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or  
change any motherboard settings.  
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any  
component.  
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 components to  
avoid damaging them due to static electricity.  
3. Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.  
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic  
pad or in the bag that came with the component.  
5. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX  
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.  
Onboard LED  
The K8V-F motherboard comes with a standby power LED. When lit, this green LED  
(SB_PWR) indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode, a  
reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before  
removing or plugging in any motherboard component.  
SB_PWR  
K8V-F  
®
ON  
OFF  
Standby  
Power  
Powered  
Off  
K8V-F Onboard LED  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.4 Motherboard overview  
1.4.1 Motherboard layout  
24.5cm (9.6in)  
PS/2KBMS  
T: Mouse  
B: Keyboard  
CPU_FAN  
ATX12V  
Bottom:  
Top:  
KBPWR  
USB1  
1394  
USB2  
SPDIF_O  
COM1  
USB2.0  
USBPWR12  
USBPWR34  
Top:  
RJ-45  
T: USB4  
B: USB3  
VIA  
K8T800  
Top:Line In  
Center:Line Out  
Below:Mic In  
IE1394_1  
RTL  
8201BL  
VIA  
VT6307  
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)  
VIA  
VT8237  
PCI1  
CLRTC  
K8V-F  
SATA2  
SATA1  
PCI2  
PCI3  
PCI4  
PCI5  
CR2032 3V  
Lithium Cell  
CMOS Power  
FLOPPY  
AUX  
CHA_FAN  
ALC655  
Super  
I/O  
4Mbit  
BIOS  
®
USBPWR56  
USBPWR78  
FP_AUDIO  
BUZZER  
F_PANEL  
SB_PWR  
USB78  
USB56  
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