P4SP-MX
User Guide
Contents
Notices ............................................................................................v
Safety information .......................................................................... vi
P4SP-MX specification summary .................................................. vii
About this guide............................................................................ viii
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Special features.................................................................. 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights .................................................. 1-2
1.3.2 ASUS unique features ........................................... 1-4
1.4 Before you proceed ............................................................ 1-5
1.5 Motherboard overview ........................................................ 1-6
1.5.1 Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-6
1.5.2 Placement direction ............................................... 1-7
1.5.3 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-7
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 1-8
1.6.1 Overview ................................................................ 1-8
1.6.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 1-9
1.7 System memory ............................................................... 1-10
1.7.1 DIMM sockets location......................................... 1-10
1.7.2 Memory configurations ........................................ 1-10
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM ..................................................1-11
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................1-11
1.8 Expansion slots ................................................................ 1-12
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 1-12
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card ............................ 1-12
1.8.3 PCI slots .............................................................. 1-14
1.8.4 AGP slot ............................................................... 1-14
1.9 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-15
1.10 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-17
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors......................................... 1-17
1.10.2 Internal connectors .............................................. 1-18
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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 ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 2-3
2.1.3 Using the AFLASH utility........................................ 2-4
2.1.4 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS .......... 2-6
2.1.5 ASUS Update ........................................................ 2-7
2.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-9
2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-9
2.2.2 Legend bar........................................................... 2-10
2.3 Main menu.........................................................................2-11
2.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 2-13
2.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 2-15
2.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 2-16
2.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 2-18
2.4.2 I/O Device Configuration...................................... 2-20
2.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 2-21
2.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 2-23
2.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 2-24
2.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-25
2.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 2-26
2.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 2-28
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 Install an operating system................................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ...................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 3-2
3.2.2 Installation items .................................................... 3-3
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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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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the
existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully
read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
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P4SP-MX specification summary*
CPU
Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron processor
Intel® Hyper-Threading technology ready
New power design for next generation Intel® Prescott CPU
Chipset
SiS651 Northbridge
SiS962L Southbridge
Front Side Bus (FSB)
Memory
533/400MHz
2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2GB memory
Supports PC2700/2100/1600 unbuffered non-ECC DDR
DIMMs.
Expansion slots
1 x AGP 4X (1.5V only)
3 x PCI
VGA
Integrated 3D graphics controller in SiS 651 chip
2 x UltraDMA133, PIO Mode 0 ~ 4
Storage
Audio
LAN
ADI AD1888 6-channel audio CODEC
SiS962L integrated 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet with Realtek
external PHY
Special features
Rear panel I/O
Power loss restart
Digital audio via an S/PDIF out inteface
1 x Parallel port
1 x S/PDIF out port
1 x Video port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x RJ-45 port
4 x USB 2.0/USB 1.1 ports
Line In/Line Out/Microphone ports
Internal I/O
USB 2.0 connector for two additional USB ports
CPU and chassis fan connectors
20-pin/4-pin ATX 12V power connectors
CD/AUX audio connectors
GAME/MIDI connector
Front panel audio connector
Serial (COM1) connector
Panel connector
BIOS features
2Mb Flash ROM, DMI 2.0, Award BIOS. TCAV PnP features,
SM BIOS 2.3, WfM 2.0, ASUS CrashFree BIOS, ASUS EZ
Flash
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
(Continued on the next page.)
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P4SP-MX specification summary
Industry standard
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1
Manageability
WOL/WOR by PME, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0
Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm)
Form Factor
Support CD contents
Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS LiveUpdate
ASUS Screensaver
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Trend Micro™ PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software
Microsoft® DirectX 8.1
About this guide
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this 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.
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Chapter 1
This chapter describes the features of the
motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the
motherboard components, and illustrations of the
layout, jumper settings, and connectors.
Product introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying the ASUS® P4SP-MX motherboard!
The ASUSP4SP-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest
technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality
motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the
items in your package with the list below.
1.2 Package contents
Check your P4SP-MX package for the following items.
ASUS P4SP-MX motherboard
Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm)
ASUS P4SP-MX series support CD
9-pin COM cable
80-conductor UltraDMA cable
Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive
I/O shield
Bag of extra jumper caps
User Guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
Intel® Prescott CPU support
The motherboard comes with a 478-pin surface mount, Zero Insertion Force (ZIF)
socket for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor and 512/256KB L2 cache on 0.13
micron process. This motherboard supports 533/400 MHz system front side bus
that allows 4.3GB/s and 3.2GB/s data transfer rates, respectively. The P4SP-MX
also supports the next-generation Intel® Prescott CPU and the Intel®
Hyper-Threading Technology. See page 1-8.
SiS651/962L chipset
Embedded in this motherboard is the SiS651/962L chipset that integrates various
SiS-developed technologies to ensure an efficient and reliable computing
performance.
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The SiS651 Northbridge chip is a high performance Host Memory Controller for the
Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, and supports a 2D/3D graphic engine, memory
controller, AGP 4X, and 533MHz front side bus. The SiS651 interconnects with the
SiS962L Southbridge chip at speeds of up to 1GB/s using the proprietary SiS
MuTIOL® technology.
Providing I/O and peripheral support is the SiS962L MuTIOL® Media I/O. The
Southbridge is a subsystem that integrates various I/O functions including
dual-channel DMA133 bus master IDE, USB 2.0/1.1, Ethernet, and audio
controllers. The SiS962L provides the necessary interfaces for the LPC, AC’97
audio/modem devices, and complies with the Advanced Power Management
(APM) 1.2 and ACPI 1.0b specification.
Integrated 2D/3D graphic engine
Embedded in the Northbridge is an integrated graphic engine with a 256-bit 3D and
2D graphics accelerator with maximum 64MB shared display memory.
See page 2-19.
Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN controller
The SiS651 Northbridge provides an integrated Fast Ethernet solution that fully
supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX networking. The integrated controller works with
the onboard Realtek LAN PHY to give you faster Internet and LAN connections.
See page 1-17.
SoundMAX digital audio system
The SoundMax Digital Audio System is the industry’s highest performance and
most reliable audio solution for business professionals, audiophiles, musicians,
and gamers. SoundMAX Digital Audio System can output 5.1 channel surround
and features state-of-the-art DLS2 MIDI synthesizer with Yamaha DLSbyXG sound
set, 5.1 Virtual Theater™ and supports all major game audio technologies
including Microsoft DirectX™8.0, Microsoft DirectSound 3D™, A3D, MacroFX,
ZoomFX, MultiDrive 5.1 and EAX. See page 1-17.
USB 2.0 connectivity
The motherboard rear panel is equipped with four (4) Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports to connect USB 2.0 devices. A USB header is also available at mid-board to
accommodate a USB module for two (2) additional USB ports. The USB ports and
header comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection
speed. This speed advantage over the conventional USB 1.1 (12 Mbps) allows
faster Internet connection, interactive gaming, and simultaneous running of
high-speed peripherals. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1.
See pages 1-17 and 1-20.
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1.3.2 ASUS unique features
ASUS CrashFree BIOS
CrashFree BIOS allows users to restore BIOS data from a floppy diskette even
when BIOS code and data are corrupted during upgrade or invaded by a virus.
Unlike other competing vendors’ products, ASUS motherboards now enable users
to enjoy this protection feature without the need to pay for an optional ROM.
See page 2-6.
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
With the ASUS 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 2-3.
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1.4 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
•
•
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
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.
•
•
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic
pad or in the bag that came with the component.
•
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 motherboard comes with a stand-by power LED. When lit, the green LED
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. The illustration below shows the location
of the onboard LED.
SB_PWR1
®
P4SP-MX
ON
OFF
Standby
Power
Powered
Off
P4SP-MX Onboard LED
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1.5 Motherboard overview
1.5.1 Motherboard layout
24.4cm (9.6in)
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
ATX Power Connector
USBPWR_34
USBPWR_12
CPU_FAN1
SPDIF1
VGA1
USB20_12
SiS651
Host
ATX12V1
Bottom:
USB3
USB4
Top:
RJ-45
Memory
Controller
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In
0
1
2
3
Accelerated Graphics Port
(AGP)
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
CD1
AUX1
SiS962L
MuTIOL
Media
I/0
PCI Slot 1
®
AD1888
CLRTC1
GAME1
COM1
PCI Slot 2
CHA_FAN1
P4SP-MX
SB_PWR1
2Mbit
Flash
BIOS
PCI Slot 3
USBPWR_56
FP_AUDIO1
USB_56
FLOPPY1
PANEL1
PANEL1
CLRTC1
USBPWR_56
USBPWR_34
USBPWR_12
1
2
2 3
Speaker
Connector
1
2
2 3
Power LED
1
2
2 3
Normal
Clear CMOS
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
(Default)
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
Reset SW
IDE LED
ATX Power
Switch*
SMI Lead
*
Requires an ATX power supply.
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1.5.2 Placement direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in
the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the
chassis as indicated in the image below.
1.5.3 Screw holes
Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the
motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
1.6.1 Overview
The Intel® Pentium® 4 processor has a gold triangular mark on one corner. This
mark indicates the processor Pin 1 that should match a specific corner of the CPU
socket.
®
Gold Arrow
P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX Socket 478
Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and
severely damage the CPU!
Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
•
Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows XP and Linux
2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading
compliler to compile the code. If you are using any other operating systems,
disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology item in BIOS to ensure system
stability and performance.
•
•
It is recommended that you install WinXP Service Pack 1.
Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before
installing a supported operating system.
•
info/hyperthreading.
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1.6.2 Installing the CPU
Follow these steps to install a CPU.
1. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.
2. Unlock the socket by pressing the
lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-
100° angle.
Socket Lever
90 - 100
Make sure that the socket lever is
lifted up to 90°-100° angle,
otherwise the CPU does not fit in
completely.
3. Position the CPU above the socket
such that its marked corner matches
the base of the socket lever.
Gold Mark
4. Carefully insert the CPU into the
socket until it fits in place.
The CPU fits only in one correct
orientation. DO NOT force the
CPU into the socket to prevent
bending the pins and damaging
the CPU!
5. When the CPU is in place, push down
the socket lever to secure the CPU.
The lever clicks on the side tab to
indicate that it is locked.
6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan
following the instructions that came
with the heatsink package.
7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the
CPU_FAN1 connector on the
motherboard.
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1.7 System memory
1.7.1 DIMM sockets location
The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets.
104 Pins
80 Pins
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P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets
•
•
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or
other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
both the motherboard and the components.
When installing long AGP cards, it is recommended to install the memory
modules first. Long AGP cards, when installed, may interfere with the
memory sockets.
1.7.2 Memory configurations
You may install 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB DDR DIMMs into the
DIMM sockets.
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1.7.3 Installing a DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or
other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both
the motherboard and the components.
Follow these steps to install a DIMM.
DDR DIMM notch
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing
the retaining clips outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that
the notch on the DIMM matches the
break on the socket.
Unlocked
retaining clip
A DDR DIMM is keyed with a
notch so that it fits in only one
direction. DO NOT force a DIMM
into a socket to avoid damaging
the DIMM.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket
until the retaining clips snap back in
place and the DIMM is properly
seated.
Locked Retaining Clip
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.
1. Simultaneously press the retaining
clips outward to unlock the DIMM.
Support the DIMM lightly with your
fingers when pressing the
retaining clips. The DIMM might
get damaged when it flips out with
extra force.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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1.8 Expansion slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections
describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion
cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard
components.
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card
Follow these steps to install an expansion card.
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it
and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a
chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw
for later use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, configure the it by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See
Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
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Standard interrupt assignments
IRQ
0
Priority
Standard Function
1
System Timer
1
2
Keyboard Controller
2
N/A
11
12
13
14
15
3
Programmable Interrupt
Communications Port (COM2)
Communications Port (COM1)
IRQ holder for PCI steering
Floppy Disk Controller
3*
4*
5*
6
7*
Printer Port (LPT1)
8
System CMOS/Real Time Clock
IRQ holder for PCI steering
Advance AC’97 CODEC
Standard PCI Graphics Adapter (VGA)
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port
Numeric Data Processor
Primary IDE Channel
9*
4
10*
11*
12*
13
14*
15*
5
6
7
8
9
10
Secondary IDE Channel
*
These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
A
—
—
B
used
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
C
—
shared
—
D
—
—
E
—
—
—
—
used
—
—
—
—
F
—
—
—
—
—
used
—
—
—
G
—
—
—
—
—
—
used
—
—
H
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
used
—
PCI slot 1
PCI slot 2
PCI slot 3
AGP slot
Onboard USB controller 1
Onboard USB controller 2
Onboard USB controller 3
Onboard USB 2.0 controller
Onboard LAN
—
shared
—
shared
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
shared
—
Onboard audio
Onboard VGA
—
shared
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
shared
—
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share
IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will
arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card
inoperable.
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1.8.3 PCI slots
The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and
other cards that comply with PCI specifications.
1.8.4 AGP slot
The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot that supports AGP 4X (+1.5V) cards.
When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with +1.5V
specification.
Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that they fit the AGP slot on
the motherboard.
This motherboard does not support 3.3V AGP cards. Install only +1.5V AGP
cards.
®
P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP )
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1.9 Jumpers
1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS.
You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters
by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The RAM data in CMOS, that include
system setup information such as system passwords, is powered by the
onboard button cell battery.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on
pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to
re-enter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC1 jumper
default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
CLRTC1
1 2
2 3
®
Normal
(Default)
Clear CMOS
P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX Clear RTC RAM Setting
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2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56)
Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU
stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the
connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 sleep mode (no
power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode).
Both jumpers are set to pins 1-2 (+5V) by default because not all computers
have the appropriate power supply to support this feature.
The USBPW_12 and USBPW_34 jumpers are for the rear USB ports. The
USBPW_56 jumper is for the internal USB header that you can connect to the
front USB ports.
•
•
This feature requires a power supply that can provide at least 1A on the
+5VSB lead when these jumpers are set to +5VSB. Otherwise, the system
would not power up.
The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability
(+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.
USBPWR_34
USBPWR_12
1 2
2 3
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
USBPWR_56
®
1 2
2 3
P4SP-MX
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
P4SP-MX USB Device Wake Up
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1.10 Connectors
This section describes and illustrates the motherboard rear panel and internal
connectors.
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors
1
2
3
4
5
6
11
10
9
8
7
1. PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, scanner, or other devices.
3. RJ-45 port. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through
a network hub.
4. Line In port. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other audio
sources. In 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Bass/Center.
5. Line Out port. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a speaker.
In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
6. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. In 4/6-channel
mode, the function of this port becomes Rear Speaker Out.
The functions of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change when you
select the 4/6-channel audio configuration as shown in the following table.
Audio ports function variation
Port
Light Blue
Lime
Headphone /2-Speaker
4-Speaker
Line In
6-Speaker
Bass/Center
Line In
Line Out
Mic In
Front Speaker Out
Rear Speaker Out
Front Speaker Out
Rear Speaker Out
Pink
Windows® 98SE only supports 2-channel speaker configuration.
7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
8. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
9. VGA port. This port connects a VGA compatible monitor.
10. S/PDIF port. This port connects S/PDIF devices that provide 6-channel
surround sound and 3D audio.
11. PS/2 keyboard port. This purple connector is for a PS/2 keyboard.
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1.10.2 Internal connectors
1. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)
This connector supports the provided UltraDMA133 IDE hard disk ribbon cable.
Connect the cable’s blue connector to the primary (recommended) or secondary
IDE connector, then connect the gray connector to the UltraDMA133 slave
device (hard disk drive) and the black connector to the UltraDMA133 master
device.
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Follow the hard disk drive documentation when setting the device in master
or slave mode.
Pin 20 on each IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the
UltraDMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect orientation when you
connect the cables.
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The hole near the blue connector on the UltraDMA cable is intentional.
NOTE: Orient the red markings
on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1
®
P4SP-MX
PIN 1
PIN 1
P4SP-MX IDE Connectors
2. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)
This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. After
connecting one end to the motherboard, connect the other end to the floppy
drive. (Pin 5 is removed to prevent incorrect insertion when using ribbon cables
with pin 5 plug).
FLOPPY1
®
PIN 1
P4SP-MX
NOTE: Orient the red markings on
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
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3. ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR1, 4-pin ATX12V1)
These connectors connect to an ATX 12V power supply. The plugs from the
power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find
the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
In addition to the 20-pin ATXPWR connector, this motherboard requires that
you connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug to provide sufficient power to the
CPU.
Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the +12V lead
and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB). The minimum
recommended wattage is 230W, or 300W for a fully configured system. The
system may become unstable and may experience difficulty powering up if the
power supply is inadequate.
ATXPWR1
®
ATX12V1
P4SP-MX
+12V DC
COM
+12V DC
COM
P4SP-MX ATX Power Connectors
4. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1)
This is an interface for the front panel cable that allows convenient connection
and control of audio devices.
Be default, the pins labeled LINE OUT_R/BLINE_OUT_R and the pins
LINE OUT_L/BLINE_OUT_L are shorted with jumper caps. Remove the caps
only when you are connecting the front panel audio cable.
FP_AUDIO1
®
P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX Front Panel Audio Connector
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5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1, CHA_FAN1)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a
total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan
connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable
matches the ground pin of the connector.
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Lack of sufficient
air flow within the system may damage the motherboard components. These
are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!
CPU_FAN1
GND
+12V
Rotation
CHA_FAN1
®
P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX 12-Volt Cooling Fan Power
6. USB header (10-1 pin USB56)
If the USB ports on the rear panel are inadequate, a USB header is available
for additional USB ports. Connect the USB cable of an optional USB 2.0
module to this header. You may install the USB module in the chassis front
panel. The module has two USB 2.0 ports for connecting next generation USB
peripherals such as high-resolution cameras, scanners, and printers.
®
P4SP-MX
USB56
(Blue)
1
P4SP-MX USB 2.0 Header
The USB module is purchased separately.
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7. Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX1, CD1)
These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources
such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card.
CD1 (Black) AUX1 (White)
Left Audio Channel
Ground
Ground
Right Audio Channel
®
P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX Internal Audio Connectors
8. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME1)
This connector supports a GAME/MIDI module. Connect the GAME/MIDI cable
with yellow connector to the yellow header onboard. The GAME/MIDI port on
the module connects a joystick or a game pad for playing games, and MIDI
devices for playing or editing audio files.
®
GAME1
P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX Game Connector
The GAME module is purchased separately.
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9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)
This connector accommodates the bundled serial port module. Use the COM
cable to connect the serial port module to this connector, then install the
module into a slot opening at the front or back of the system chassis.
COM1
PIN 1
®
P4SP-MX
P4SP-MX COM1 Connector
10. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL1)
This connector accommodates several system front panel functions.
Speaker
Connector
Power LED
®
Reset SW
P4SP-MX
IDE LED
ATX Power
Switch*
SMI Lead
*
Requires an ATX power supply.
P4SP-MX System Panel Connectors
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System Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PLED)
This 3-1 pin connector connects to the system power LED. The LED lights up
when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep
mode.
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System Warning Speaker Lead (4-pin SPEAKER)
This 4-pin connector connects to the case-mounted speaker and allows you to
hear system beeps and warnings.
System Management Interrupt Lead (2-pin SMI)
This 2-pin connector allows you to manually place the system into a suspend
mode, or “green” mode, where system activity is instantly decreased to save
power and to expand the life of certain system components. Attach the
case-mounted suspend switch to this 2-pin connector.
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ATX Power Switch / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2-pin PWRBTN)
This connector connects a switch that controls the system power. Pressing the
power switch turns the system between ON and SLEEP, or ON and SOFT
OFF, depending on the BIOS or OS settings. Pressing the power switch while
in the ON mode for more than 4 seconds turns the system OFF.
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Reset Switch Lead (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch for rebooting
the system without turning off the system power.
Hard Disk Activity Lead (2-pin IDELED)
This connector supplies power to the hard disk activity LED. The read or write
activities of any device connected to the primary or secondary IDE connector
cause this LED to light up.
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Chapter 2
This chapter tells how to change system settings
through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed
descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic
Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.
1. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.)
2. ASUS AFlash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk in DOS mode.)
3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk.)
4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.)
Refer to the corresponding section for details on these utilities.
Important notes
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It is recommended that you save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS
file to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the
future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or
AFLASH utilities.
Visit the ASUS website and download the latest BIOS file for this
motherboard using the ASUS Update utility.
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk
1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.
DOS environment
Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive. At the DOS prompt, type:
format A:/S then press <Enter>.
Windows® 98SE/ME environment
a. From your Windows desktop, click on Start, then select My Computer.
b. Double-click on Add/Remove Programs icon from the Control Panel window.
c. Click on the Startup Disk tab, then on Create Disk... button.
d. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk when prompted. Follow the succeeding screen
instructions to complete the process.
Windows® XP environment
a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk into the floppy disk drive.
b. From your Windows desktop, click on Start, then select My Computer.
c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon.
d. Click File from the menu, then select Format. A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk
window appears.
e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format options field, then
click Start.
2. Copy the original (or the latest) motherboard BIOS to the bootable floppy disk.
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2.1.2 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS
The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without having to
go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based
utility. The EZ Flash is built-in the BIOS LPC chip so it is accessible by simply
pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST).
To update the BIOS using ASUS EZ Flash:
your motherboard and rename it to P4SPMX.BIN. Save the BIOS file to a
floppy disk.
2. Reboot the system.
3. To launch EZ Flash, press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.
User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
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If there is no floppy disk found in the drive, the error message “Floppy not
found!” appears.
If the correct BIOS file is not found in the floppy disk, the error message
“P4SPMX.BIN not found!”
4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file. If the P4SPMX.BIN file is
found in the floppy disk, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and
automatically reboots the system when done.
DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so may
cause system boot failure!
User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
Floppy found!
Reading file “P4SPMX.BIN”. Completed.
Start flashing...
Flashed successfully. Rebooting.
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2.1.3 Using the AFLASH utility
AFLASH is a Flash Memory Writer utility that allows you to update the BIOS using
a bootable floppy disk, or copy the original motherboard BIOS. This utility only
works in DOS mode.
Copying the original motherboard BIOS
To copy the original motherboard BIOS file:
1. Copy the AFLASH utility from the support CD to the boot disk you created.
AFLASH 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.
2. Reboot the computer from the floppy disk.
The BIOS setup must specify “Floppy” as the first item in the boot sequence.
3. In DOS prompt, type
AFLASH, then press
<Enter> to run
AFLASH.
4. Select 1. Save
Current BIOS to
File, then press
<Enter>. The Save
Current BIOS To File
screen appears.
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.
5. Type a filename and
the path, for example,
A:\XXX-XX.XXX, then
press <Enter>.
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Updating the BIOS
Update the BIOS only if you have problems with the motherboard and you are
sure that the new BIOS revision will solve your problems. Careless updating
may result to more problems with the motherboard!
To update the BIOS:
save the file to the bootable floppy disk you earlier .
2. Reboot the computer from the floppy disk.
3. In DOS prompt, type
AFLASH, then press
<Enter> to run
AFLASH.
4. Select 2. Update BIOS including Boot Block and ESCD, 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:\P4SPMX.BIN, then press <Enter>.
6. When prompted,
press Y to start the
update.
7. The utility starts
updating the BIOS.
The boot block is
automatically updated
only when necessary.
This minimizes the
possibility of boot
problems in case of
update failures.
When updating is
done, the message
“Flashed Successfully” appears.
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8. Follow the screen
instructions to continue.
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 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 Technical
Support for assistance.
2.1.4 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS
The CrashFree BIOS auto recovery tool allows you to restore BIOS from a floppy
disk that contains the BIOS file, in case the current BIOS on the motherboard fails
or gets corrupted.
•
To use the CrashFree BIOS feature on this motherboard, install a VGA card
in one of the expansion slots before rebooting the computer. On
motherboards with onboard VGA, such as the P4SP-MX, you will not see
the screen display when the BIOS crashes even if you reboot the computer.
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Prepare the floppy disk that contains the motherboard BIOS
(P4SPMX.BIN) before proceeding with the BIOS update process.
If you have saved a copy of the original motherboard BIOS to a bootable
floppy disk, you may also use this disk to restore the BIOS. See section
“2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk.”
To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk:
1. Boot the system.
2. When a corrupted BIOS is detected, the following message appears.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
3. Insert a floppy disk that contains the original, or the latest, BIOS file for this
motherboard (P4SPMX.BIN). If the BIOS file that you downloaded from the
ASUS website has a different filename (e.g. P4SPMX_1001.BIN), rename it to
P4SPMX.BIN. The BIOS update process continues when the P4S800MX.BIN
is found.
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Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
Floppy found!
Reading file “P4SPMX.BIN”. Completed.
Start flashing...
DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so may
cause system boot failure!
4. When the BIOS update process is complete, reboot the system.
2.1.5 ASUS Update
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in
Windows® environment. This utility is available in the support CD that comes with
the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either
through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
To install ASUS Update:
1. Place the support CD to the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears.
2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. See page
3-3 for the Utilities menu screen.
3. The ASUS Update utility is copied into your system.
To update the BIOS using the ASUS Update:
1. Launch the utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start > Programs >
ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update initial screen appears.
2. Select your desired update method,
then click Next.
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3. If you selected updating/
downloading from the Internet,
select the ASUS FTP site nearest
you to avoid network traffic, or
choose Auto Select. Click Next.
4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS
version that you wish to download.
Click Next.
5. Follow the instructions on the
succeeding screens to complete
the update process.
If you selected the option to update the
BIOS from a file, a window pops up
prompting you to locate the file. Select
the file, click Save, then follow the
screen instructions to complete the
update process.
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2.2 BIOS Setup program
This motherboard supports a programmable Flash ROM that you can update using
the provided utility described in section “2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.”
Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring
your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section explains how to configure
your system using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you may want to change
the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you may want to
enable the security password feature or make changes to the power management
settings. This requires you 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 Flash ROM.
The Flash ROM on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the
computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press
<Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility,
otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, 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. Do this last option only if
the first two failed.
The Setup program is 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.
Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following BIOS
setup screens and descriptions are for reference purposes only, and may not
exactly match what you see on your screen.
2.2.1 BIOS menu bar
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:
MAIN
ADVANCED
Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration.
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 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.
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2.2.2 Legend bar
At the bottom of the Setup screen is 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 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
Left or Right arrow
Up or Down arrow
- (minus key)
Selects the menu item to the left or right
Moves the highlight up or down between fields
Scrolls backward through the values for the high-
lighted 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>
General help
In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also
provides a General Help screen. You may launch this screen from any menu by
simply pressing <F1> or the <Alt> + <H> combination. The General Help screen
lists the legend keys and their corresponding functions.
Saving changes and exiting the Setup program
See “2.7 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>.
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Sub-menu
Note that a right pointer symbol (as shown on the left) appears to the left of certain
fields. This pointer indicates that you can display a sub-menu from this field. A sub-
menu contains additional options for a field parameter. To display a sub-menu,
move the highlight to the field and press <Enter>. The sub-menu appears. Use the
legend keys to enter values and move from field to field within a sub-menu as you
would within a menu. Use the <Esc> key to return to the main menu.
Take some time to familiarize yourself with 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> to load the
Setup default values. 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.
2.3 Main menu
When you enter the Setup program, the following screen appears.
System Time [XX:XX:XX]
Sets the 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 the 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: (up to 2099). Use the <Tab> or <Shift> + <Tab>
keys to move between the month, day, and year fields.
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Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Sets the type of floppy drive 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. The Floppy 3 Mode
feature allows reading and writing of 1.2MB (as opposed to 1.44MB) on a 3.5-inch
diskette. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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].
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. Passwords
are not case sensitive, meaning, passwords typed in either uppercase or
lowercase letters are accepted. The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify
two different passwords: a Supervisor password and a User password. If you
did not set a Supervisor password, anyone can access the BIOS Setup
program. If you did, the Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS
Setup program and to gain full access to the configuration fields.
Forgot the password?
If you forget your password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time
Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the password information is
powered by the onboard button cell battery. If you need to erase the CMOS
RAM, unplug the all the power cables and remove the button cell battery. Re-
install the battery after about 2 seconds, then power up the system. Refer to
section “1.9 Jumpers” on how to clear the RTC RAM.
Halt On [All Errors]
This field specifies the types of errors that 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 field automatically displays the amount of conventional memory detected by
the system during the boot process.
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2.3.1 Primary and 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 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.
Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the
correct configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer. Incorrect
settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed hard disk.
[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.
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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.
If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select [None].
Other options for the Type field are:
[CD-ROM] - for IDE CD-ROM drives
[LS-120] - for LS-120 compatible floppy disk drives
[ZIP] - for ZIP-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 field displays
the size for the hard disk drive that you configured.
Translation Method [LBA]
Select the hard disk drive type in this field. When Logical Block Addressing (LBA)
is enabled, the 28-bit addressing of the hard drive is used without regard for
cylinders, heads, or sectors. Note that LBA Mode is necessary for drives with more
than 504MB storage capacity. Configuration options: [LBA] [LARGE] [Normal]
[Match Partition Table] [Manual]
Cylinders
This field configures the number of cylinders. Refer to the drive documentation to
determine the correct value. 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 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 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.
Maximum LBA Capacity
This field shows the drive’s maximum LBA capacity as calculated by the BIOS
based on the drive information you entered.
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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. 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 field 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 successive increase in 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. To
make changes to this field, set the Type field to [User Type HDD].
Configuration options: [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [Disabled]
2.3.2 Keyboard Features
Boot Up NumLock Status [On]
This field enables users to activate the Number Lock function upon system boot.
Configuration options: [Off] [On]
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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]
2.4 Advanced menu
CPU Speed [Manual]
When the motherboard is set to JumperFree™ mode, this field allows you to select
the internal frequency of the CPU. Select [Manual] if you want to make changes to
the two subsequent fields. Note that selecting a frequency higher than the CPU
manufacturer recommends may cause the system to hang or crash.
CPU Frequency Multiple [Xx]
This field sets the frequency multiple between the CPU’s internal frequency (CPU
speed) and external frequency. Set this field in conjunction with CPU Frequency
(MHz) to match the speed of the CPU. This item is configurable only when you set
the CPU Speed option to [Manual].
The item CPU Frequency Multiple is accessible only if you have an unlocked
processor. If your processor frequency multiple is locked, you cannot change
the setting of this item.
CPU External Frequency (XXX/XX)
This item is configurable only when you set the CPU Speed item to [Manual]. This
feature tells the clock generator what frequency to send to the system bus and PCI
bus. The bus frequency (external frequency) multiplied by the bus multiple equals
the CPU speed.
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Memory Frequency [Auto]
This field determines whether the memory clock frequency is set to be in
synchronous or asynchronous mode with respect to the system frequency. The
options that appear in the popup menu vary according to the CPU Frequency
(MHz). Configuration options: [Auto] [266MHz] [333MHz] [400MHz]
CPU Level 2 Cache [Enabled]
This field allows you to choose from the default [Enabled] or choose [Disabled] to
turn on or off the CPU Level 2 built-in cache.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
BIOS Update [Enabled]
This field functions as an update loader integrated into the BIOS to supply the
processor with the required data. When set to [Enabled], the BIOS loads the
update on all processors during system bootup.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PS/2 Mouse Function Control [Auto]
The default setting [Auto] allows the system to detect a PS/2 mouse at startup. If a
mouse is detected, the BIOS assigns IRQ12 to the PS/2 mouse. Otherwise, IRQ12
can be used for expansion cards. When you set this field to [Enabled], BIOS
reserves IRQ12, whether or not a PS/2 mouse is detected at startup.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Auto]
USB Legacy Support [Auto]
This motherboard supports Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. The default of
[Auto] allows the system to detect a USB device at startup. If detected, the USB
controller legacy mode is enabled. If not detected, the USB controller legacy mode
is disabled.
When you set this field to [Disabled], the USB controller legacy mode is disabled
whether or not you are using a USB device. 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 to the default setting
[Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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2.4.1 Chip Configuration
SDRAM Configuration [By SPD]
This parameter allows you to set the optimal timings for items 2–5, depending on
the memory modules you are using. The default setting is [By SPD], which
configures items 2 ~ 5 by reading the contents in the SPD (Serial Presence Detect)
device. The EEPROM on the memory module stores critical information about the
module, such as memory type, size, speed, voltage interface, and module banks.
Configuration options: [User Defined] [By SPD]
The SDRAM parameters (items 2 ~ 5) are user-configurable only when you set
the SDRAM Configuration to [User Defined].
SDRAM CAS Latency (XT)
This item controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the actual
time the data becomes available. Configuration options: [2.5T] [2T] [1.5T] [3T]
SDRAM RAS to CAS Delay (XT)
This item controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and the
read/write command. Configuration options: [3T] [2T] [4T]
SDRAM RAS Precharge Time (XT)
This item controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR
SDRAM. Configuration options: [3T] [2T] [4T]
SDRAM Active Time (XT)
This item controls the number of DDR SDRAM clocks used for DDR SDRAM
parameters. Configuration options: [6T] [7T] [5T] [4T]
SDRAM Command Lead-off Time [Auto]
Configuration options: [Auto] [2T] [1T]
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Graphics Aperture Size [64MB]
This feature allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data.
Configuration options: [4MB] [8MB] [16MB] [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB]
AGP Capability [4X Mode]
This motherboard supports the AGP 4X interface that transfers video data at
1066MB/s. AGP 4X is backward-compatible, so you may keep the default [4X
Mode] even if you are using an AGP 1X video card. When set to [1X Mode], the
AGP interface only provides a peak data throughput of 266MB/s even if you are
using an AGP 4X card. Configuration options: [1X Mode] [2X Mode] [4X Mode]
AGP Fast Write Capability [Enabled]
This field enables or disables the AGP 4x Fast Write Capability feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Onboard VGA Shared Memory Size [32M]
This field allows you to set the onboard VGA memory size with the currently
installed memory. Configuration options: [4M] [8M] [16M] [32M] [64M]
Video Memory Cache Mode [UC]
USWC (uncacheable, speculative write combining) is a new cache technology for
processor video memory. This feature improves the display speed by caching the
display data. You must set this item to UC (uncacheable) if your graphics card
does not support this feature, otherwise the system may not boot.
Configuration options: [UC] [USWC]
PCI 2.1 Support [Enabled]
This field enables or disables the motherboard feature to support PCI 2.1 cards.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Onboard PCI IDE [Both]
This field allows you to enable either the primary IDE channel or secondary IDE
channel, or both. You may also set both channels to [Disabled].
Configuration options: [Both] [Primary] [Secondary] [Disabled]
IDE Bus Master Support [Enabled]
This item controls the IDE Bus Master support for non-Windows® operating
systems. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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2.4.2 I/O Device Configuration
Floppy Disk Access Control [R/W]
Setting this item to [Read Only] allows the floppy disk drive to only read data from
a floppy disk. The default setting [R/W] allows both reading and writing data to a
floppy disk. Configuration options: [R/W] [Read Only]
Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8H/IRQ4]
This field allows you to set the addresses for the onboard serial connector.
Configuration options: [3F8H/IRQ4] [2F8H/IRQ3] [3E8H/IRQ4] [2E8H/IRQ10]
[Disabled]
Onboard Parallel Port [378H/IRQ7]
This field allows you to set the address of the onboard parallel port connector. If
you disable this field, the Parallel Port Mode and ECP DMA Select options do not
appear. 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 bi-directional
parallel port operation; [ECP] allows the parallel port to operate in bi-directional
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 I/O address for the game port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [200H-207H] [208H-20FH]
Onboard MIDI I/O [Disabled]
This field sets the I/O address for the MIDI I/O port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [330H-331H] [300H-301H]
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2.4.3 PCI Configuration
Slot 1, Slot 2, Slot 3 IRQ [Auto]
These fields automatically assign the IRQ for each PCI slot. The default setting for
each field is [Auto], which utilizes auto-routing to determine IRQ assignments.
Configuration options: [Auto] [NA] [3] [4] [5] [7] [9] [10] [11] [12] [14] [15]
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]
Some non-standard VGA cards, like graphics accelerators or MPEG video cards,
may not show colors properly. Setting this field to [Enabled] corrects this problem.
If you are using standard VGA cards, leave this field to the default setting
[Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCI Latency Timer [32]
Leave this field to the default setting [32] for best performance and stability.
Primary VGA BIOS [PCI VGA Card]
This field allows you to select the primary graphics card.
Configuration options: [PCI VGA Card] [AGP VGA Card] [Onboard VGA]
Onboard VGA [Enabled]
This field allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA port.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
USB Function [Enabled]
This field allows you to enable or disable the USB function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
USB Function 2.0 [Enabled]
This field allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Onboard PCI Devices Control
Onboard LAN [Enabled]
This field allows you enable or disable the onboard LAN.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
This field allows you enable or disable the onboard LAN Boot ROM feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Onboard AC97 Audio Controller [Auto]
This field allows you to disable the onboard AC97 audio controller or set to the
default [Auto] for optimum performance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Onboard AC97 Modem Controller [Auto]
This field allows you to disable the onboard AC97 modem controller or set to
default [Auto] for optimum performance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
PCI IRQ Resource Exclusion
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IRQ XX Reserved [No/ICU]
These fields indicate whether or not the displayed IRQ for each field is being used
by a legacy (non-PnP) ISA card. The setting [No/ICU] for an IRQ field indicates that
you are using the ISA Configuration Utility (ICU), and that this particular IRQ is
NOT required by a legacy ISA card. Set the IRQ field to [Yes] if you install a legacy
ISA card that requires a unique IRQ and you are NOT using ICU.
Configuration options: [No/ICU] [Yes]
2.5 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 field allows you to activate or deactivate the automatic power saving features
of this motherboard. When set to [Disabled], power management does not function
regardless of the other settings on this menu. The [User Defined] option allows you
to set the period of inactivity before the system enters suspend mode. Refer to the
“Suspend Mode” item for details.
When set to [Max Saving], system power is conserved to its greatest amount. This
setting automatically puts the system into suspend mode after a brief period of
inactivity. [Min Saving] allows the system to enter suspend mode after a long
period of inactivity. Configuration options: [User Defined] [Disabled] [Min Saving]
[Max Saving]
Video Off Option [Suspend -> Off ]
This field determines when to activate the video off feature for monitor power
management. Configuration options: [Suspend -> Off] [Always On]
Video Off Method [DPMS OFF]
This field defines the video off features. The Display Power Management System
(DPMS) allows the BIOS to control the video display card if it supports DPMS. Set
this option to [Blank Screen] when using monitors that do not support power
management or “green” features.
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Your screen saver does not display when you select [Blank Screen] as your
video-off method.
[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]
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]
ACPI Suspend To RAM [Disabled]
This field allows you to enable or disable the ACPI Suspend-to-RAM feature. To
support this feature, the +5VSB of the power supply should have the capacity to
provide more than 720mA current. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Suspend Mode [Disabled]
Sets the time period before the system goes into suspend mode. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [1~2 Min] [2~3 Min] [4~5 min] [8~9 Min] [20 Min] [30 Min]
PWR Button < 4 Secs [Soft Off]
When set to [Soft off], the ATX switch can be used as a normal system power-off
button when pressed for less than 4 seconds. [Suspend] allows the button to have
a dual function where pressing less than 4 seconds puts the system in sleep mode.
Regardless of the setting, holding the ATX switch for more than 4 seconds powers
off the system. Configuration options: [Soft off] [Suspend]
2.5.1 Power Up Control
AC PWR Loss Restart [Disabled]
This allows you to set whether or not to reboot the system after power
interruptions. [Disabled] leaves your system off while [Enabled] reboots the
system. [Previous State] sets the system back to the state it was before the power
interruption. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Previous State]
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Wake/Power Up On Ext. Modem [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.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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 turns the system power on.
Power Up On PCI Device [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system through a
PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides
at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
This parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the
system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the
+5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key]
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]. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Everyday] [By Date]
2.5.2 Hardware Monitor
CPU Temperature [XXºC/XXºF]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU
temperature in degree Celsius. Select [Ignore] to disable the CPU temperature
auto-detect function.
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CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU,
chassis, and power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is
not connected to the motherboard, the specific field shows N/A.
VCORE Voltage, +3.3V Voltage, +5V Voltage, +12V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through
the onboard voltage regulators.
If any of the monitored items is out of range, the following error message
appears: “Hardware Monitor found an error. Enter Power setup menu for
details”. You will then be prompted to “Press F1 to continue or DEL to enter
SETUP”.
2.6 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] [LS-120] [ZIP] [ATAPIMO]
[USB FDD] [USB ZIP]
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.
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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)]
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. If you installed a non-PnP OS or if you want to prevent
reassigning of interrupt settings, keep the default setting [No]. Configuration
options: [No] [Yes]
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: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Interrupt Mode [APIC]
The Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC) setting allows you to
distribute interrupt routings other than the 16 IRQs. The Programmable Interrupt
Controller (PIC) setting allows you to use the 16 IRQs only.
Configuration options: [APIC] [PIC]
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2.7 Exit menu
After configuring the BIOS save your changes and exit Setup. Select Exit from the
menu bar to display the following menu.
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options
from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.
Exit & Save 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. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select
[Yes] to save changes and exit.
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the
program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save your changes
before exiting. Pressing <Enter> saves the changes while exiting.
Exit & Discard Changes
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the
Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than system date, system time,
and password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.
Load Setup Defaults
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the
Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window
appears. Select [Yes] to load default values. Select Exit & Save 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 previously
saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. 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 further changes. After you select this option, a
confirmation window appears. Select [Yes] to save changes to the non-volatile RAM.
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Chapter 3
This chapter describes the contents of the
support CD that comes with the motherboard
package.
Software support
3.1 Install an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system (OS).
Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can
maximize the features of your hardware.
Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your
OS documentation for more information.
3.2 Support CD information
The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and
several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without
notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates.
3.2.1 Running the support CD
Place the support CD to your optical drive. The CD automatically displays the
Installation Items window if Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click an item to
install.
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the
support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click
the ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.
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3.2.2 Installation items
The Installation Items window displays the available device drivers and
applications that this motherboard supports. Install the necessary drivers to
activate the devices on your motherboard.
SiS Mini IDE Driver
Click this item to install the SiS Mini IDE driver.
SiS 650/651 Display Driver
Click this item to install the 650/651 driver for the SiS chipset.
SiS AGP Driver
Click this item to load the installation wizard and install the SiS AGP driver for the
onboard VGA.
SoundMAX Audio Driver
This item installs the AD1980 audio driver and the SoundMAX application.
SiS PCI LAN Driver
Click this item to load the installation wizard and install the SiS PCI Lan driver for
your network applications.
ASUS PC Probe VX.XX.XX
This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages,
and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer
in a healthy operating condition.
ASUS Update VX.XX.XX
This program allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS
website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet
connection so you can connect to the ASUS website. See page 2-7 for ASUS
Update installation and use.
Microsoft® DirectX 8.1 Driver
This item installs the Microsoft® DirectX 8.1.
ADOBE Acrobat Reader V5.0
This item installs the Adobe® Acrobat Reader® V.50. The Acrobat Reader® software
is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF).
Click the
button to display other installation items.
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ASUS Screen Saver
This item installs the ASUS screen saver.
Show Motherboard Information
Click this item to display the general specifications for the P4SP-MX motherboard.
Browse Support CD
Click this item to display the support CD contents.
Readme
This item displays the support CD contents and a brief description of each in text
format.
Exit
Click this item to close the installation window.
Click the
button anytime to return to the previous window.
Screen display and utilities option may not be the same for other operating
system version.
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