P5GD1-VM
Contents
Notices................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
P5GD1-VM specifications summary .................................................. viii
Chapter 1:
Product introduction
1.1
1.2
1.3
Welcome!.............................................................................. 1-2
Package contents ................................................................. 1-2
Special features.................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1
1.3.2
Product highlights................................................... 1-2
Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-4
1.4
1.5
Before you proceed .............................................................. 1-5
Motherboard overview.......................................................... 1-6
1.5.1
1.5.2
1.5.3
Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-6
Placement direction ................................................ 1-7
Screw holes ............................................................ 1-7
1.6
1.7
Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 1-8
1.6.1
1.6.2
1.6.3
Installing the CPU.................................................... 1-8
Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ......................1-11
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan ..................1-13
System memory .................................................................1-15
1.7.1
1.7.2
1.7.3
1.7.4
DIMM sockets location ..........................................1-15
Memory Configurations.........................................1-15
Installing a DIMM ...................................................1-17
Removing a DIMM .................................................1-17
1.8
Expansion slots...................................................................1-18
1.8.1
1.8.2
1.8.3
1.8.5
1.8.4
Installing an expansion card..................................1-18
Configuring an expansion card..............................1-18
PCI slots................................................................1-20
PCI Express x16 slot .............................................1-20
PCI Express x1 slot ...............................................1-20
1.9
Jumpers..............................................................................1-21
1.10 Connectors .........................................................................1-23
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors ..........................................1-23
1.10.2 Internal connectors...............................................1-25
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Chapter 2:
BIOS setup
2.1
Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 2-2
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4
2.1.5
Creating a bootable floppy disk.............................. 2-2
AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 2-3
ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 2-5
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 2-7
ASUS Update utility ................................................ 2-9
2.2
BIOS setup program ...........................................................2-12
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.2.3
2.2.4
2.2.5
2.2.6
2.2.7
2.2.8
2.2.9
BIOS menu screen.................................................2-13
Menu bar...............................................................2-13
Navigation keys ....................................................2-13
Menu items ...........................................................2-14
Sub-menu items ...................................................2-14
Configuration fields ..............................................2-14
Pop-up window .....................................................2-14
Scroll bar ..............................................................2-14
General help ..........................................................2-14
2.3
Main menu ..........................................................................2-15
2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.3.4
2.3.5
2.3.6
System Time.........................................................2-15
System Date .........................................................2-15
Legacy Diskette A ................................................2-15
Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave........2-16
IDE Configuration ..................................................2-17
System Information ..............................................2-18
2.4
Advanced menu..................................................................2-19
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.4.3
2.4.4
2.4.5
USB Configuration.................................................2-19
CPU Configuration.................................................2-20
Chipset .................................................................2-22
Onboard Devices Configuration ............................2-24
PCI PnP .................................................................2-25
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2.5
Power menu........................................................................2-27
2.5.1
2.5.2
2.5.3
2.5.4
2.5.5
2.5.6
Suspend Mode ......................................................2-27
Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................2-27
ACPI 2.0 Support..................................................2-27
ACPI APIC Support ................................................2-27
APM Configuration ................................................2-28
Hardware Monitor .................................................2-29
2.6
2.7
Boot menu ..........................................................................2-31
2.6.1
2.6.2
2.6.3
Boot Device Priority..............................................2-31
Boot Settings Configuration .................................2-32
Security ................................................................2-33
Exit menu ...........................................................................2-35
Chapter 3:
Software support
3.1
3.2
Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2
Support CD information........................................................ 3-2
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
3.2.5
Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2
Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3
Utilities menu.......................................................... 3-4
ASUS Contact information...................................... 3-5
Other information ................................................... 3-6
Appendix:
CPU features
A.1
A.2
Intel® EM64T ........................................................................A-2
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)...................A-2
A.2.1
A.2.2
System requirements .............................................A-2
Using the EIST ........................................................A-3
A.3
Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ......................................A-4
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 adapter or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are
using, contact your local power company.
•
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
•
Before installing 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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P5GD1-VM specifications summary
LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron processor
Compatible with Intel® PCG 04A and 04B processors
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
CPU
Supports Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T)
Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)
Northbridge: Intel® 915G Graphics Memory Controller
Hub (GMCH)
Southbridge: Intel® ICH6
Chipset
800/533 MHz
Front Side Bus
Memory
Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred non-ECC
400/333 MHz DDR memory modules
Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 900
Graphics
1 x PCI Express x16 slot for discrete graphics card
1 x PCI Express x1 slot
Expansion slots
2 x PCI slots
Intel® ICH6 Southbridge supports:
- 1 x Single-channel Ultra DMA 100/66/33
- 4 x Serial ATA
ITE® 8211F IDE controller supports:
- 1 x Single-channel Ultra DMA 133/100
Storage
Realtek® ALC861 8-channel CODEC
S/PDIF out interface support
High Definition
Audio
Intel® 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN controller
Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports
LAN
USB
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS Q-Fan
Special features
ASUS EZ Flash
ASUS MyLogo
4 MB Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,
WfM2.0
BIOS features
Accessories
2 x Serial ATA signal cables
1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable
1 x FDD cable
1 x I/O shield
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P5GD1-VM specifications summary
Rear panel
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x Parallel port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
8-channel audio ports
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x VGA port
1 x Serial port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
Internal
connectors
1 x Floppy disk drive connector
1 x Primary IDE connector
1 x PCI IDE connector
4 x Serial ATA connectors
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Chassis fan connector
2 x USB 2.0 connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector
1 x Optical drive audio connector
1 x Front panel High Definition Audio connector
1 x Chassis intrusion connector
1 x Speaker Out connector
1 x Digital audio connector
1 x System panel connector
Power
requirement
ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs)
ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant
Form factor
Micro ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
Support CD
contents
Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS Live Update Utility
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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This chapter describes the motherboard
features and the new technologies
it supports.
Product
1
introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5GD1-VM motherboard!
The 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 motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard
Cables
ASUS P5GD1-VM motherboard
2 x Serial ATA signal cables
1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable
Floppy disk drive cable
Accessories
I/O shield
Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD
Documentation User guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
Latest processor technology
The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array
(LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land
package. The motherboard supports the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with
800 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). The motherboard also supports the Intel®
Hyper-Threading Technology and is fully compatible with Intel® 04B and
04A processors. See page 1-8 for details.
Intel® EM64T
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs with the Intel® EM64T
(Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel® EM64T feature allows your
computer to run on 64-bit operating systems and access larger amounts of
system memory for faster and more efficient computing. See the Appendix
for details.
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Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)
The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages the
CPU resources by automatically adjusting the CPU voltage and core frequency
depending on the CPU loading and system speed or power requirement.
See page 2-22 and the Appendix for details.
Intel® 915G
The Intel® 915G graphics memory controller hub (GMCH) and the ICH6 I/O
controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. The GMCH
features the Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 900, an integrated graphics
engine for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. The GMCH provides the
interface for a processor in the 775-land package with 533/800 MHz front
side bus (FSB), dual channel DDR at speeds of up to 400 MHz, and PCI
Express x16 interface for a graphics card.
The Intel® ICH6 Southbridge represents the sixth generation I/O controller
hub that provides the interface for PCI Express and 8-channel high
definition audio.
Dual display technology support (optional)
The integrated graphics engine supports dual display technology and TV
out function through the optional ASUS DVI-ADD2 card. You can show
additional independent display on an LCD monitor, or stretch one type of
content on both VGA and LCD monitors for more workspace. See page
1-20 for details.
Dual-channel DDR memory support
Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the
motherboard supports up to 4 GB of system memory using DDR 400/333
DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400 MHz memory bus delivers the required
bandwidth for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications.
See page 1-14 for details.
PCI Express™ interface
The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect
technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point
serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by
carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible
with existing PCI specifications. See page 1-20 for details.
Serial ATA technology
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA
interfaces and the Intel® ICH6. The SATA specification allows for thinner,
more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and
up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. See page 1-27 for details.
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8-channel high definition audio
Onboard is the Realtek® ALC861 7.1-channel audio CODEC. This CODEC is
fully-compliant with Intel® High Definition Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit
audio). With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/PDIF interfaces, you
can connect your computer to home theater decoders to produce
crystal-clear digital audio. See page 1-24 for details.
S/PDIF digital sound ready
The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the S/PDIF
interface at midboard. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a
high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio and
speaker systems. See page 1-33 for details.
USB 2.0 technology
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the
12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 1-24 and 1-29 for details.
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features
CrashFree BIOS 2
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD
in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection
eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. see page 2-7 for
details.
ASUS Q-Fan technology
The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to
the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page
2-29 for details.
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 2-5 for details.
ASUS MyLogo™
This feature allows you to personalize and add style to your system with
customizable boot logos. See page 2-32 for details.
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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 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 standby power LED that lights up to
indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode.
This is 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
®
ON
OFF
Standby
Power
Powered
Off
P5GD1-VM Onboard LED
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1.5 Motherboard overview
1.5.1 Motherboard layout
KBPWR1
PS/2KBMS
CHA_FAN1
CPU_FAN1
FANPWR1
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
COM1
ATX12V1
LGA775
VGA1
F_USB12
LAN_USB34
R
Intel
915G
Top:Rear Speaker Out
Center:
Side Speaker Out
Below:
Center/Subwoofer
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In
PCIEX16
®
PRI_PCIIDE1
Kinnereth
82562EZ
PCI1
PCI2
R
Intel
ICH6
SATA4
SB_PWR1
SATA3
SATA2
SATA1
CD1
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
PCIEX1_1
ALC880
CLRTC1
SPEAKER1
USBPW56
USBPW78
Intel FWH
4Mb
SPDIF_OUT1
AAFP1
USB56
F_PANEL1
USB78 CHASSIS1
KBPWR1
USBPW12
USBPW34
FANPWR1
USBPW56
USBPW78
CLRTC1
PLED1 F_PANEL1
1
2
2
3
1
2
2
3
1
PWRSW
1
2
2
3
2
1
2
3
3
2
PWM
(Default)
DC mode
+5V
+5VSB
2
1
Normal Clear CMOS
(Default)
(Default)
+5V
+5VSB
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
(Default)
IDE LED RESET
*
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 can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for
the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land package.
•
Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor package should
come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the
retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match
the CPU documentation, follow the latter.
•
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is
on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any
damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.
•
•
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket
contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or
misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
1.6.1 Installing the CPU
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
®
P5GD1-VM Socket 775
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing
towards you and the load lever is on your left.
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2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B)
until it is released from the retention tab.
Retention tab
A
PnP cap
Load lever
B
This side of the
socket box should
face you.
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.
3. Lift the load lever in the
direction of the arrow to a 135º
angle.
4. Lift the load plate with your
thumb and forefinger to a
100º angle (A), then push
the PnP cap from the load
plate window to remove (B).
B
A
Load plate
5. Position the CPU over
the socket, making
sure that the gold
triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of
the socket. The
socket alignment key
should fit into the
CPU notch.
Alignment key
Gold triangle mark
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The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!
6. Close the load plate (A), then
A
push the load lever (B) until
it snaps into the retention
tab.
B
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with
the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer
to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
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1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
The Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed
heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and
performance.
•
When you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package
includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
separately, make sure that you use only Intel®-certified
multi-directional heatsink and fan.
•
•
Your Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in
a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make
sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the
CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan
assembly.
Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before
you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the
installed CPU, making sure that
the four fasteners match the
holes on the motherboard.
Orient the heatsink and fan
assembly such that the CPU
fan cable is closest to the
CPU fan connector.
Motherboard hole
Fastener
Narrow end
of the groove
Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove
pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)
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2. Push down two fasteners at
a time in a diagonal
B
B
sequence to secure the
heatsink and fan assembly in
place.
A
A
A
B
B
A
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard
labeled CPU_FAN1.
CPU_FAN1
®
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring
errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
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1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Disconnect the CPU fan
cable from the connector on
the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a
time in a diagonal sequence
B
to disengage the heatsink
A
and fan assembly from the
A
motherboard.
B
A
B
B
A
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4. Carefully remove the
heatsink and fan assembly
from the motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener
clockwise to ensure correct
orientation when
reinstalling.
Narrow end of the groove
The narrow end of the
groove should point
outward after resetting.
(The photo shows the
groove shaded for
emphasis.)
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1.7 System memory
1.7.1 DIMM sockets location
The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual
Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:
®
P5GD1-VM 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets
Channel
Sockets
Color
Channel A
Channel B
DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1
DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2
Blue
Black
1.7.2 Memory Configurations
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR DIMMs
into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
•
For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)
installed per channel must be the same (DIMM_A1 + DIMM_B1 =
DIMM_A2 + DIMM_B2).
•
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR Qualified Vendors List on
the next page for details.
•
•
Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than
4 GB system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory
modules.
This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double sided x16 memory modules.
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DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List
DIMM support
(optional)
Size
Vendor Model
Brand Side(s) Component
C L
A
B
C
256 MB KINGSTON
512 MB KINGSTON
256 MB KINGSTON
512 MB KINGSTON
256 MB KINGSTON
512 MB KINGSTON
KVR400X64C3A/256
KVR400X64C3A/512
KVR400X64C3A/256
KVR400X64C3A/512
KVR400X64C3A/256
KVR400X64C3A/512
KHX3200A/512
Hynix
SS
DS
SS
DS
SS
DS
DS
SS
DS
SS
DS
SS
DS
SS
DS
SS
DS
SS
DS
SS
DS
HY5DU56822BT-D43
HY5DU56822BT-D43
HYB25D256800BT-5B
HYB25D256809BT-5B
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DIMM support:
A - supports one module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory
configuration.
B - supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black
slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.
C - supports four modules inserted into the blue and black slots as two pairs of
Dual-channel memory configuration.
Vendors List.
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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.
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1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
DDR DIMM notch
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
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2. Align a DIMM on the socket such
that the notch on the DIMM
matches the break on the
socket.
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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
2
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.
1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.
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DDR DIMM notch
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
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
I R Q
Priority
Standard Function
0
1
1
2
System Timer
Keyboard Controller
2
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Re-direct to IRQ#9
3
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Communications Port (COM2)*
Communications Port (COM1)*
IRQ holder for PCI steering*
Floppy Disk Controller
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Printer Port (LPT1)*
8
System CMOS/Real Time Clock
IRQ holder for PCI steering*
IRQ holder for PCI steering*
IRQ holder for PCI steering*
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
Numeric Data Processor
Primary IDE Channel
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10
Secondary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
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Onboard Azalia Audio
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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
1.8.4 PCI Express x1
slot
The PCI slots support cards such as
a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card,
and other cards that comply with
PCI specifications. The figure shows
a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.
This motherboard supports PCI
Express x1 network cards, SCSI
cards and other cards that comply
with the PCI Express specifications.
The figure shows a network card
installed on the PCI Express x1 slot.
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot
This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with
the PCI Express specifications.
The figure shows a DVI-ADD2 card
installed on the PCI-Express x16
slot. A DVI-ADD2 card supports
digital video output.
The figure shows a graphics card
installed on the PCI Express x16
slot.
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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 onboard
button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. 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.
4. Reinstall the battery.
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
6. 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 CLRTC
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
®
CLRTC1
1 2
2 3
Normal
Clear CMOS
P5GD1-VM Clear RTC RAM
(Default)
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2 . USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34,
USBPW56, USBPW78)
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 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh,
power supply in reduced power mode).
USBPW12
USBPW34
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(Default)
+5VSB
USBPW56
USBPW78
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2
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(Default)
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P5GD1-VM USB device wake-up
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The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can
provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise,
the system will not power up.
The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply
capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.
3 . Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up
feature. Default setting is 2-3. Set this jumper to pins 1-2 (+5V) if
you do not want to wake up the computer when you press a key on
the keyboard. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can
supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in
the BIOS.
KBPWR1
1 2
2 3
+5VSB
+5V
(Default)
®
P5GD1-VM Keyboard power setting
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4 . Fan power (3-pin FANPWR1)
Set this jumper to 1-2 (Default) if you are using a 4-pin CPU fan. Set
this jumper to 2-3 if you are using a 3-pin CPU fan.
FANPWR1
1 2
2 3
PWM
(Default)
DC mode
®
P5GD1-VM FAN power setting
We recommend the use of a 4-pin CPU fan.
1.10 Connectors
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors
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1 . PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.
2 . Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner,
or other devices.
3 . LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows 10/100 Mbps connection to a
Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
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4 . Rear Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the rear
speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration.
5 . Side Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the side
speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration.
6 . Line In port (light blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD
player or other audio sources.
7 . Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a
speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel mode, the function of
this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
8 . Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
9 . Center/Subwoofer port (yellow orange). This port connects
the center/subwoofer speakers.
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration
Port
Headset
2-channel
4-channel
6-channel
8-channel
Light Blue
Lime
Line In
Line In
Line In
Front Speaker Out
Mic In
Line In
Line Out
Front Speaker Out
Front Speaker Out
Mic In
Pink
Mic In
Mic In
Gray
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Rear Speaker Out
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Rear Speaker Out
Side Speaker Out
Center/Subwoofer
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Center/Subwoofer
10. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus
(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
11. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus
(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
12. Video Graphics Adapter port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA
monitor or other VGA-compatible devices.
13. Serial port. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other
serial devices.
14. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
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1.10.2 Internal connectors
1 . Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1)
This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable.
Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other
end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.
Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection
when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.
FLOPPY1
NOTE: Orient the red markings on
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
®
PIN 1
P5GD1-VM Floppy disk drive connector
2 . Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)
This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra
DMA 100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for
the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for
an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive),
and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE master device (hard
disk drive). If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the
second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer
to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
•
Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole
on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion
when you connect the IDE cable.
•
Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.
PRI_IDE1
NOTE: Orient the red markings
(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.
®
PIN 1
P5GD1-VM IDE connector
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3 . PCI IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_PCIIDE1)
This connector is for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. The IDE
connector supports up to two IDE devices (optical drive and hard disk
drive).
PIN 1
PRI_PCIIDE1
NOTE: Orient the red markings
(usually zigzag) on the IDE
cable to PIN 1.
®
P5GD1-VM PCI IDE connector
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The system automatically assigns the boot sequence of ATAPI
devices connected to the PCI IDE connector.
The ITE® 8211F controller supports a maximum of two Ultra ATA
devices.
If you attach any IDE or ATAPI device to the PRI_PCIIDE1 connector,
prepare a driver disk with the ITE® 8211F controller before installing
the operating system.
•
We recommend that you connect the hard disk to the PRI_PCIIDE1
connector (black) and connect an optical drive to the PRI_IDE (blue)
connector for better performance and convenience.
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4 . Serial ATA connectors
(7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA
hard disk drives.
SATA4
SATA3
®
SATA2
P5GD1-VM SATA connectors
SATA1
Important notes on Serial ATA
•
You must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives.
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When using the connectors in standard IDE mode, connect the primary
(boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 or SATA2 connector. Refer to the
table below for the recommended hard disk drive connections.
Serial ATA Master/Slave connectors
Connector
Color
Setting
U s e
SATA1, SATA2
SATA3, SATA4
Red
Master
Slave
Boot Disk
Data Disk
Black
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5 . CPU and Chassis Fan connectors
(4-pin CPU_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~740 mA (8.88 W
max.) or a total of 1 A~2.22 A (26.64 W 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.
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard
components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the
fan connectors!
CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN1
®
P5GD1-VM Fan connectors
Make sure that your Fan Power (FANPWR1) jumper setting is correct.
See page 1-22 for details.
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6 . USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME
module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a
slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors
comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps
connection speed.
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USB56
USB78
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P5GD1-VM USB 2.0 connectors
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
The USB module is purchased separately.
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7 . ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1,
4-pin ATX12V1)
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. 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.
EATXPWR1
ATX12V1
+3 Volts
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
Ground
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
-5 Volts
Ground
Ground
Ground
PSON#
Ground
-12 Volts
+3 Volts
GND
+12V DC
GND
+12V DC
+5V Standby
Power OK
Ground
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+5 Volts
Ground
+5 Volts
Ground
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
P5GD1-VM ATX power connectors
Important notes on the motherboard power requirements
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Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot up.
To power the motherboard, it is recommended that you use an ATX
12 V Specification 2.0 power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum
350 W power rating. This PSU type has a 24-pin and 4-pin ATX
power plugs.
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If you intend to use a PSU with a 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs,
make sure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15A on
+12 V and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 350 W. The
system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is
inadequate. We do not, however, recommend the use of a 20-pin
PSU.
The ATX 12 V 350 W Spec. 2.0 PSU passed the motherboard power
requirement test with the following configuration:
CPU
Memory
Grpahics card
Parallel ATA devices:
Serial ATA device
Optical drives
:
:
:
Intel® Pentium® 4 3.6 GHz
512 MB DDR2 (x 4)
PCI Express x16 Nvidia EN5900
IDE hard disk drive (x 2)
SATA hard disk drive
CD-ROM (x 2)
:
:
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You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
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8 . Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD1)
This connector is for the 4-pin audio cable that connects to the audio
connector at the back of the optical drive.
CD1
®
P5GD1-VM CD audio connector
Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this connector.
9 . Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP1)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module
that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC’97 audio standard.
Azalia-compliant Legacy AC’97-compliant
pin definition
pin definition
AAFP1
®
P5GD1-VM Analog front panel connector
We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio
module to this connector to use the high-definition audio features of the
motherboard.
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10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS1)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or
switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch
cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a
high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is
removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis
intrusion event.
By default, the pins labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted
with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to
use the chassis intrusion detection feature.
CHASSIS1
®
(Default)
P5GD1-VM Chassis intrusion connector
11. Speaker Out connector (4-pin SPEAKER1)
This connector connects to the case-mounted speaker and allows you
to hear system beeps and warnings.
®
1
SPEAKER1
P5GD1-VM Speaker out connector
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12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT1)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface
(S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector,
then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system
chassis.
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
®
SPDIF_OUT1
P5GD1-VM Digital audio connector
1 3 Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PLED1)
This 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the
3-pin power LED cable from the system chassis to this connector. The
LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when
the system is in sleep mode.
PLED1
®
1
P5GD1-VM PLED setting
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14. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
PWRSW
F_PANEL1
®
IDE LED
RESET
* Requires an ATX power supply.
P5GD1-VM System panel connector
The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to
the connector description below for details.
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Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDELED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD
Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes
when data is read from or written to the HDD.
ATX power button/soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power
button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off
mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for
more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.
•
Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for
system reboot without turning off the system power.
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This chapter tells how to change
the system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions
of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
BIOS setup
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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 AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable
floppy disk.)
2. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.)
3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable
floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or
gets corrupted.)
4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.)
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
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 AFUDOS utilities.
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk
1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.
DOS environment
a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive.
b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press <Enter>.
Windows® XP environment
a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.
b. Click Start from the Windows® desktop, then select M y
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.
Windows® 2000 environment
To create a set of boot disks for Windows® 2000:
a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive.
b. Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to the optical drive.
c. Click Start, then select Run.
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d. From the Open field, type
D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:
assuming that D: is your optical drive.
e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.
2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable
floppy disk.
2.1.2 AFUDOS utility
The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment
using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also
allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when
the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
Copying the current BIOS
To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:
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Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at
least 600 KB free space to save the file.
The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS
screen displays may not be exactly the same as shown.
1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support
CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:
afudos /o[filename]
where the [filename] is any user-assigned filename not more than
eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three
alphanumeric characters for the extension name.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM
Main filename
Extension name
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3. Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy
disk.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading flash ..... done
A:\>
The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS
file.
Updating the BIOS file
To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:
file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk.
Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact
BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.
2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support
CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:
afudos /i[filename]
where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable
floppy disk.
A:\>afudos /iP5GD1-VM.ROM
4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.
A:\>afudos /iP5GD1-VM.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading file ..... done
Erasing flash .... done
Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%)
Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to
prevent system boot failure!
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5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is
completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.
A:\>afudos /iP5GD1-VM.ROM
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading file ..... done
Erasing flash .... done
Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%)
Verifying flash .. done
A:\>
2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash utility
The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to 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 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is
accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests
(POST).
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash:
file for the motherboard and rename the same to P5GD1-VM.ROM.
2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system.
3. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.
EZFlash starting BIOS update
Checking for floppy...
4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk
drive. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS
update process and automatically reboots the system when done.
EZFlash starting BIOS update
Checking for floppy...
Floppy found!
Reading file “P5GD1-VM.ROM”. Completed.
Start erasing.......|
Start programming...|
Flashed successfully. Rebooting.
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Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to
prevent system boot failure!
A “Floppy not found!” error message appears if there is no floppy
disk in the drive. A “P5GD1-VM.ROM not found!” error message
appears if the correct BIOS file is not found in the floppy disk. Make
sure that you rename the BIOS file to P5GD1-VM.ROM.
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2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to
restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating
process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard
support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
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Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing
the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the
floppy disk to P5GD1-VM.ROM.
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk
To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk:
1. Turn on the system.
2. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the
floppy disk drive.
3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks
the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the
corrupted BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
Floppy found!
Reading file “P5GD1-VM.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing
so can cause system boot failure!
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
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Recovering the BIOS from the support CD
To recover the BIOS from the support CD:
1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the
system.
2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive.
3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks
the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
When no floppy disk is found, the utility automatically checks the
optical drive for the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then
updates the corrupted BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
Floppy not found!
Checking for CD-ROM...
CD-ROM found!
Reading file “P5GD1-VM.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing
so can cause system boot failure!
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this
latest BIOS file.
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2.1.5 ASUS Update utility
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update
the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility
allows you to:
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Save the current BIOS file
Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet
Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file
Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and
View the BIOS version information.
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).
Installing ASUS Update
To install ASUS Update:
1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears.
2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update
VX.XX.XX. See page 3-4 for the Utilities screen menu.
3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this
utility.
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Updating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet:
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking
Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The
ASUS Update main window appears.
2. Select Update BIOS from
the Internet option from the
drop-down menu, then click
Next.
3. Select the ASUS FTP site
nearest you to avoid network
traffic, or click Auto Select.
Click Next.
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4. From the FTP site, select the
BIOS version that you wish to
download. Click Next.
5. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is
capable of updating itself
through the Internet. Always
update the utility to avail all
its features.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by
clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate >
ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.
2. Select Update BIOS from a
file option from the drop-down
menu, then click Next.
3. Locate the BIOS file from the
Open window, then click Save.
4. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.
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2.2 BIOS setup program
This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip 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 can change
the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can
enable the security password feature or change 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 firmware hub.
The firmware hub 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 <Del> 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. Being
a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus
and make your selections from the available options using the navigation
keys.
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The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most
conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes
unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings
to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load
Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “2.7 Exit
Menu.”
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The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.
file for this motherboard.
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2.2.1 BIOS menu screen
Menu items
Menu bar
Configuration fields
General help
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a field.
System Time
System Date
Legacy Diskette A
[11:51:19]
[Thu 06/10/2004]
[1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
Third IDE Master
Third IDE Slave
Fourth IDE Master
Fourth IDE Slave
IDE Configuration
: [ST320413A]
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the System
time.
: [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
System Information
Sub-menu items
Navigation keys
2.2.2 Menu bar
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
Main
For changing the basic system configuration
For changing the advanced system settings
Advanced
Power
For changing the advanced power management (APM)
configuration
Boot
Exit
For changing the system boot configuration
For selecting the exit options and loading default
settings
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the
keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.
2.2.3 Navigation keys
At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for
that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu
and change the settings.
Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.
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2.2.4 Menu items
The highlighted item on the menu
bar displays the specific items for
that menu. For example, selecting
Main shows the Main menu items.
Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
System Time
System Date
Legacy Diskette A
[11:51:19]
[Thu 06/10/2004]
[1.44M, 3.5 in]
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the
System time.
Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave : [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
Third IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave
:[Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
IDE Configuration
The other items (Advanced, Power,
Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar
have their respective menu items.
System Information
Main menu items
2.2.5 Sub-menu items
A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam
has a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press
<Enter>.
2.2.6 Configuration fields
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-
configurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You
cannot select an item that is not user-configurable.
A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when
selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to
display a list of options. Refer to “2.2.7 Pop-up window.”
2.2.7 Pop-up window
Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with
the configuration options for that item.
2.2.8 Scroll bar
A scroll bar appears on the right side
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in
below sections may cause system to
malfunction.
of a menu screen when there are
items that do not fit on the screen.
Press the
Plug And Play O/S
PCI Latency Timer
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA
Palette Snooping
[No]
[64]
[Yes]
[Disabled]
PCI IDE BusMaster
Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /
<Page Down> keys to display the
other items on the screen.
Pop-up window
2.2.9 General help
At the top right corner of the menu
screen is a brief description of the
selected item.
Scroll bar
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2.3 Main menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears,
giving you an overview of the basic system information.
Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu
screen items and how to navigate through them.
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a field.
System Time
System Date
Legacy Diskette A
[11:51:19]
[Thu 06/10/2004]
[1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
Third IDE Master
Third IDE Slave
Fourth IDE Master
Fourth IDE Slave
IDE Configuration
: [ST320413A]
Use [+] or [-] to
configure the System
time.
: [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
System Information
2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx]
Allows you to set the system time.
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
[2.88M, 3.5 in.]
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2.3.4 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE
devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device
item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.
Primary IDE Master
Select the type of
device connected to
the system.
Device
Vendor
Size
: Hard Disk
: ST320413A
: 20.0GB
LBA Mode
Block Mode
PIO Mode
Async DMA
Ultra DMA
SMART Monitoring
: Supported
: 16 Sectors
: Supported
: MultiWord DMA-2
: Ultra DMA-5
: Supported
Type
[Auto]
LBA/Large Mode
Block(Multi-sector Transfer)
PIO Mode
[Auto]
[Auto]
[Auto]
Smart Monitoring
32Bit Data Transfer
[Auto]
[Disabled]
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items
(Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra
DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable.
These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.
Type [Auto]
Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of
the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically
configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device)
if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options:
[Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if
the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously
formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the
data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if
the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled],
the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
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PIO Mode [Auto]
Selects the PIO mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
DMA Mode [Auto]
Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0]
[SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0]
[UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5] [UDMA6]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.3.5 IDE Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for
the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter>
if you want to configure the item.
Set to [Compatible
Mode] when Legacy OS
(i.e. WIN ME, 98,
NT4.0, MS DOS is
used.
IDE Configuration
Onboard IDE Operate Mode
Enhanced Mode Support On
[Enhanced Mode]
[SATA mode]
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec)
[35]
Set to [Enhanced Mode
when Native OS) i.e.
WIN 2000, WIN XP) is
used.
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the operating
system (OS) that you installed. Set to Enhanced Mode if you are using
native OS, such as Windows® 2000/XP.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]
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Enhanced Mode Support On [SATA mode]
The default setting SATA allows you to use native OS on Serial ATA
and Parallel ATA ports. We recommend that you do not change the
default setting for better OS compatibility. In this setting, you may
use legacy OS on the Parallel ATA ports only if you did not install any
Serial ATA device.
The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If
you set to any of these options and encounter problems, revert to the
default setting SATA. Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA] [SATA
mode] [P-ATA]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]
Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]
2.3.6 System Information
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The
BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.
AMIBIOS
Version
: 08.00.10
Build Date : 06/10/04
Processor
Type
: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
Speed
Count
: 3200 MHz
: 1
System Memory
Size
: 248MB
AMI BIOS
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
Processor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specification.
System Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory.
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2.4 Advanced menu
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU
and other system devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items.
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
Configure the USB
USB Configuration
support.
CPU Configuration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration
PCI PnP
2.4.1 USB Configuration
The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
USB Configuration
Enables USB host
controllers.
Module Version - 2.23.2-9.4
USB Devices Enabled: None
USB Function
[Enabled]
[Auto]
[Enabled]
[HiSpeed]
Legacy USB Support
USB 2.0 Controller
USB 2.0 Controller Mode
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows
None.
USB Function [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy
operating systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the
presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy
mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is
disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or
Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed] [Full Speed]
2.4.2 CPU Configuration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Configure Advanced CPU settings
Sets the ratio between
CPU Core Clock and the
FSB Frequency.
Manufacturer: Intel
Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
NOTE: If an invalid
ratio is set in CMOS
then actual and
setpoint values may
differ.
Frequency
FSB Speed
Cache L1
Cache L2
Cache L3
: 3200 MHz
: 800 MHz
: 16 KB
: 1024 KB
: 0 KB
Ratio Status: Unlocked
Ratio Actual Value : 16
Ratio CMOS Setting:
[ 8]
[ 62]
VID CMOS Setting:
Microcode Updation:
Max CPUID Value Limit:
Enhanced C1 Control
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Auto]
CPU Internal Thermal Control
[Auto]
Hyper Threading Technology
Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology
[Enabled]
[Automatic]
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Ratio CMOS Setting [ 8]
Sets the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the Front Side Bus
frequency. The default value of this item is auto-detected by BIOS. Use the
<+> or <-> keys to adjust the values.
VID CMOS Setting [ 62]
Allows you to set the VID CMOS setting at which the processor is to run.
The default value of this item is auto-detected by BIOS. Use the <+> or
<-> keys to adjust the values.
Microcode Updation [Enabled]
Enables or disables microcode updation.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Enable this item to boot legacy operating systems that cannot support
CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Enhanced C1 Control [Auto]
When set to [Auto], the BIOS will automatically check the CPU’s capability
to enable the C1E support. In C1E mode, the CPU power consumption is
lower when idle. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]
Disables or sets the CPU internal thermal control.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the processor Hyper-Threading Technology.
Refer to the Appendix for more information on the Hyper-Threading
Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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The following item appears only when you installed an Intel® Pentium® 4
CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST).
Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology [Automatic]
Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology. When set to
[Automatic], you can adjust the system power settings in the operating
system to use the EIST feature.
Set this item to [Maximum] or [Disabled] if you do not want to use the EIST.
The CPU constantly operates at a lower internal frequency when you set
this item to [Minimum]. Configuration options: [Maximum] [Minimum]
[Automatic] [Disabled]
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Refer to the Appendix for details on how to use the EIST feature.
The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST.
2.4.3 Chipset
The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Advanced Chipset Settings
Enable or disable
DRAM timing.
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD
Enabled]
Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI Express/Int-VGA]
Internal Graphics Mode Select
Fixed Graphic Memory Size
DVMT Graphic Memory Size
Boot Display Device
Flat Panel Type
[Enabled, 8M]
[32MB]
[32MB]
[Auto]
[Type 1]
Local Flat Panel Scaling
[Auto]
TV Connector
HDTV Output
[Auto]
[Auto]
TV Standard
[VBIOS-Default ]
PCI-EX Ports Configuration
VC1 for Azalia & Root Ports
[Disabled]
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Advanced Chipset Settings
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
When this item is enabled, the DRAM timing parameters are set
according to the DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect). When disabled,
you can manually set the DRAM timing parameters through the DRAM
sub-items. The following sub-items appear when this item is Disabled.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
DRAM CAS# Latency [3 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the
time the data actually becomes available.
Configuration options: [3 Clocks] [2.5 Clocks] [2 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Precharge [4 Clocks]
Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the
DDR SDRAM. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks]
[5 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [4 Clocks]
Controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and
the read/write command. Configuration options: [2 Clocks]
[3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks]
DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge Delay [15 Clocks]
Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] ~ [15 Clocks]
DRAM Burst Length [8]
Sets the DRAM Burst Length. Configuration options: [4] [8]
Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI/PCI Express]
Allows selection of the graphics controller to use as primary boot
device. Configuration options: [Internal VGA] [PCI Express/Int-VGA]
[PCI Express/PCI] [PCI/PCI Express] [PCI/Int-VGA]
Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB]
Allows user to select the amount of system memory pre-allocated by
the internal graphics device. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled, 1MB] [Enabled, 4MB] [Enabled, 8MB] [Enabled, 16MB]
[Enabled, 32MB]
VC1 for Azalia & Root Ports [Enabled]
Enables or disables the VC1 for the Azalia audio ports and other root
ports. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Disabled]
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2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration
Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset
Enable or disable
Azalia controller.
Azalia Controller
Onboard LAN
LAN Boot ROM
ITE8211 Controller
Detecting Device Time
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Quick Mode]
Serial Port1 Address
Parallel Port Address
Parallel Port Mode
ECP Mode DMA Channel
Parallel Port IRQ
[3F8/IRQ4]
[378]
[ECP]
[DMA3]
[IRQ7]
Azalia Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the Azalia controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
OnBoard LAN [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the LAN Boot ROM in the onboard LAN
controller. This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set
to Enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ITE8211 Controller [Enabled]
Enables or disables the onboard ITE® 8211F controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Detecting Device Time [Quick Mode]
Sets the ITE® 8211F detecting device time. If the devices installed on
the IDE connectors cannot be detected, set this item to Standard
Mode to enable complete detecting process. This item appears only
when the ITE® 8211F Controller is set to [Enabled].
Configuration options: [Standard Mode] [Quick Mode]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4]
[2E8/IRQ3]
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Parallel Port Address [378]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode.
Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional] [EPP] [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item
allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA.
Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]
EPP Version [1.9]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears
only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to EPP.
Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port IRQ.
Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]
2.4.5 PCI PnP
The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for
PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources
for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block
for legacy ISA devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items.
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
Available: Specified
IRQ is available to be
used by PCI/PnP
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
may cause system to malfunction.
devices.
Reserved: Specified IRQ
is reserved for use by
Legacy ISA devices.
Plug And Play O/S
PCI Latency Timer
[No]
[64]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA
Palette Snooping
PCI IDE BusMaster
[Yes]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Auto]
OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card
IRQ-3 assigned to
IRQ-4 assigned to
IRQ-5 assigned to
IRQ-7 assigned to
IRQ-9 assigned to
IRQ-10 assigned to
IRQ-11 assigned to
IRQ-14 assigned to
IRQ-15 assigned to
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
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Plug and Play O/S [No]
When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set
to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating
system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot.
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device
latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160]
[192] [224] [248]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card
requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the
PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the palette snooping feature informs the PCI
devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the
latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
Allows BIOS to use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to IDE devices.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]
Allows you to set the PCI slot number holding a PCI IDE card that requires
you to set the slot number. Configuration options: [Auto] [PCI Slot1]
[PCI Slot2] [PCI Slot3] [PCI Slot4] [PCI Slot5] [PCI Slot6]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP
devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA
devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]
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2.5 Power menu
The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced
Power Management (APM) and Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration
options.
Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.
Suspend Mode
[Auto]
[No]
[No]
Repost Video on S3 Resume
ACPI 2.0 Support
ACPI APIC Support
[Enabled]
APM Configuration
Hardware Monitor
2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]
Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
(ACPI) state to be used for system suspend.
Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto]
2.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]
Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS post on S3/STR resume.
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt
Controller (APIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is
included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
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2.5.5 APM Configuration
APM Configuration
<Enter> to select
whether or not to
restart the system
after AC power loss.
Restore on AC Power Loss
Power On By RTC Alarm
Power On By External Modems
Power On By PCI Devices
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard
[Power Off]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
Keyboard Wakeup Password : Not Installed
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power
loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss.
When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state,
whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this
item is set to Enabled, the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC
Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By External Modems [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 On By PCI Devices [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]
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Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
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] [Enabled]
Keyboard Wakeup Password
This item appears only when the Power On By PS/2 Keyboard is set to
Enabled. Select this item to set or change the keyboard wakeup
password. The Keyboard Wakeup Password item that appears
below shows the default Not Installed. After you have set a
password, this item shows Installed.
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse
to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that
provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
2.5.6 Hardware Monitor
Hardware Monitor
CPU Temperature
MB Temperature
[51ºC/122.5ºF]
[41ºC/105.5ºF]
CPU Fan Speed
CPU Q-Fan Control
Chassis Fan Speed
[3813 RPM]
[Disabled]
[N/A]
VCORE Voltage
3.3V Voltage
5V Voltage
[ 1.320V]
[ 3.345V]
[ 5.094V]
[11.880V]
12V Voltage
CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select Disabled if you do not wish to
display the detected temperatures.
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CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU
fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the
motherboard, the field shows N/A.
CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly
adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. When this field
is set to [Enabled], the CPU Fan Ratio item appears to allow selection of
the appropriate fan speed ratio. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU Fan Ratio [Auto]
Allows you to select the appropriate CPU fan speed ratio for the system.
The default [Auto] automatically selects the fan speed ratio when
operating a low CPU temperature. Select a higher ratio if you installed
additional devices and the system requires more ventilation. This item
appears only when the CPU Q-Fan Control item is Enabled.
Configuration options: [Auto] [90%] [80%] [70%] [60%]
CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC]
Allows you to set the CPU temperature threshold when the CPU fan speed
is increased to lower the CPU temperature. This item appears only when
the CPU Q-Fan Control item is Enabled. Configuration options: [Auto]
[53ºC] [56ºC] [59ºC] [62ºC] [65ºC] [68ºC] [71ºC] [74ºC] [77ºC] [80ºC]
[83ºC]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected
to the chassis, 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.
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2.6 Boot menu
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select
an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Boot Settings
Specifies the Boot
Device Priority
sequence
Boot Device Priority
Boot Settings Configuration
Security
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority
Boot Device Priority
1st Boot Device
2nd Boot Device
3rd Boot Device
[1st FLOPPY DRIVE]
[PM-ST330620A]
[PS-Pioneer CD-ROM]
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends
on the number of devices installed in the system.
Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]
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2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Allows BIOS to skip
certain tests while
booting. This will
decrease the time
needed to boot the
system.
Quick Boot
Full Screen Logo
AddOn ROM Display Mode
Bootup Num-Lock
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Force BIOS]
[On]
PS/2 Mouse Support
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display
Interrupt 19 Capture
[Auto]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST)
while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set
to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo™ feature.
Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Sets the display mode for option ROM.
Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.
Configuration options: [Off] [On]
PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when
error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run
Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap
Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.6.3 Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Security Settings
<Enter> to change
password.
Supervisor Password
User Password
: Not Installed
: Not Installed
<Enter> again to
disabled password.
Change Supervisor Password
Boot Sector Virus Protection
[Disabled]
Change Supervisor Password
Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor
Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed.
After you set a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a Supervisor Password:
1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.
2. From the password box, type a password composed of at least six
letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.
3. Confirm the password when prompted.
The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your
password.
To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a
user password.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password
then press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.
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If you forget your BIOS password, you clear it by erasing the CMOS Real
Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “1.9 Jumpers” for information on
how to erase the RTC RAM.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow
you to change other security settings.
Security Settings
Supervisor Password
User Password
: Not Installed
: Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password
User Access Level
[Full Access]
Change User Password
Clear User Password
Password Check
[Setup]
Boot Sector Virus Protection
[Disabled]
User Access Level (Full Access]
This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]
No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility.
View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field.
Limited allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and
Time.
Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup
utility.
Change User Password
Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password
item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set
a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a User Password:
1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.
2. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at
least six letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.
3. Confirm the password when prompted.
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The message “Password Installed” appears after you set your password
successfully.
To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user
password.
Clear User Password
Select this item to clear the user password.
Password Check [Setup]
When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the
Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both
when accessing Setup and booting the system.
Configuration options: [Setup] [Always]
Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the boot sector virus protection.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.7 Exit menu
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values
for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
Exit Options
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Discard Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the
options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.
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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.
An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it 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. Press <Enter> to save 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.
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.
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.
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This chapter describes the contents
of the support CD that comes with
the motherboard package.
Software
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support
3.1 Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/2003 Server/XP operating
systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding
updates to maximize the features of your hardware.
•
Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to
your OS documentation for detailed information.
•
Make sure that you install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the
Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the
drivers for better compatibility and system stability.
3.2 Support CD information
The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the
drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all
motherboard features.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time
3.2.1 Running the support CD
Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the
Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Click an icon to
display support
CD/motherboard
information
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 Drivers menu
The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
QFE Update
Installs the Quick Fix Engineering (QFE) driver updates.
Intel Chipset Inf Update Program
This item installs the Intel® Chipset INF Update Program. This driver enables
Plug-n-Play INF support for the Intel® chipset components on the
motherboard. When installed to the target system, this driver provides the
method for configuring the chipset components.
You can install this utility using three different modes: interactive, silent, or
unattended preload. Installing the driver in interactive mode requires user
input during installation. User input is not required when installing the driver
in silent or unattended preload modes. Refer to the online help or readme
file that came with the utility for details.
Realtek Audio Driver
Executes the wizard to install the Realtek® ALC861 audio driver and
application. When the phone jacks of the High Definition Audio panel are
configured as output, use the master volume to adjust the sound.
Intel(R) PRO/100 and PRO/1000 Adapters Driver
Installs the Intel® PRO/100 and PRO/1000 Adapters Driver.
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Intel (R) Graphics Accelerator Driver
Installs the Intel® Graphics Accelerator Driver.
USB 2.0 Driver
Installs the USB 2.0 driver.
The screen display and drivers option may not be the same for different
operating system versions.
3.2.3 Utilities menu
The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the
motherboard supports.
ASUS PC Probe
This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system
voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you
keep your computer in healthy operating condition.
ASUS Update
The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a
Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either
through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See pages 2-9 and
2-10 for details.
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Microsoft DirectX
Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0b driver.
Anti-virus utility
The anti-virus utility scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View
the online help for detailed information.
ADOBE Acrobat Reader
Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader V5.0.
ASUS Screen Saver
Installs the ASUS screen saver.
The screen display and utilities option may not be the same for different
operating system versions.
3.2.4 ASUS Contact information
Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can
also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.
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3.2.5 Other information
The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information
on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to
display the specified information.
Motherboard Info
Displays the general specifications of the motherboard.
Browse this CD
Displays the support CD contents in graphical format.
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Technical support form
Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out
when requesting technical support.
Filelist
Displays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each in
text format.
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The Appendix describes the CPU
features and technologies that the
motherboard supports.
CPU features
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A.1 Intel® EM64T
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The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775
processors running on 32-bit operating systems.
The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You
can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website
file. See Chapter 4 for details.
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Using the Intel® EM64T feature
To use the Intel® EM64T feature:
1. Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports the Intel® EM64T.
2. Install a 64-bit operating system (Windows® XP Professional x64
Edition or Windows® Server 2003 x64 Edition).
3. Install the 64-bit drivers for the motherboard components and devices
from the support CD.
4. Install the 64-bit drivers for expansion cards or add-on devices, if any.
Refer to the expansion card or add-on device(s) documentation, or visit
the related website, to verify if the card/device supports a 64-bit system.
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep®
Technology (EIST)
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The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST. You can
download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website
BIOS. See Chapter 4 for details.
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A.2.1 System requirements
Before using EIST, check your system if it meets the following
requirements:
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Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with EIST support
BIOS file with EIST support
Operating system with EIST support (Windows® XP SP2/Windows®
Server 2003 SP1/Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions)
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A.2.2 Using the EIST
To use the EIST feature:
1.
2.
Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.
Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration,
then press <Enter>.
3.
Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to [Automatic],
then press <Enter>. See page 2-22 for details.
4.
5.
Press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup.
After the computer restarts, right click on a blank space on the desktop,
then select Properties from the pop-up menu.
6.
7.
When the Display Properties
window appears, click the
Screen Saver tab.
Click the Power button on the
Monitor power section to open
the Power Options
Properties window.
8.
9.
On the Power schemes section,
click , then select any option
except Home/Office Desktop
or Always On.
Click Apply, then click OK.
10. Close the Display Properties
window.
After you adjust the power
scheme, the CPU internal
frequency slightly decreases
when the CPU loading is low.
The screen displays and procedures may vary depending on the
operating system.
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The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors
with Hyper-Threading Technology.
Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP/2003
Server and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use
the Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any
other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology
item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
•
•
Installing Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version is recommended.
Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS
before installing a supported operating system.
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For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit
Using the Hyper-Threading Technology
To use the Hyper-Threading Technology:
1. Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading
Technology.
2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup. Under the Advanced
Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is
set to Enabled. See page 2-21 for details.
The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports
Hyper-Threading Techonology.
3. Restart the computer.
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