®
A7A266-E
DDR RAM / SDRAM
266MHz FSB AGP Pro/4X
Socket A Motherboard
USER’S MANUAL
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
7
1.1 How This Manual Is Organized ................................................... 7
1.2 Item Checklist .............................................................................. 7
2. FEATURES
8
2.1 The ASUS A7A266-E .................................................................. 8
2.1.1 Specifications ..................................................................... 8
2.1.2 Optional Components ......................................................... 9
2.1.3 Special Features................................................................ 10
2.1.4 Performance Features ....................................................... 10
2.1.5 Intelligence ....................................................................... 11
2.2 Motherboard Components.......................................................... 12
2.2.1 Component Locations....................................................... 13
3. HARDWARE SETUP
14
3.1 Motherboard Layout .................................................................. 14
3.2 Layout Contents ......................................................................... 15
3.3 Getting Started ........................................................................... 16
3.4 Motherboard Settings ................................................................. 16
3.5 System Memory ......................................................................... 22
3.5.1 DDR DIMM Support........................................................ 22
3.5.2 SDR DIMM Support ........................................................ 23
3.5.3 General DIMM Memo...................................................... 23
3.5.4 Memory Installation ......................................................... 24
3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .................................................. 25
3.7 Expansion Cards ........................................................................ 26
3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure ............................ 26
3.7.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards .............................. 27
3.7.3 Accelerated Graphics Port Pro (AGP Pro) ....................... 28
3.7.4 Audio Modem Riser (AMR) Slot ..................................... 28
3.8 Connectors ................................................................................ 29
3.8.1 External Connectors ......................................................... 29
3.9 Starting Up the First Time.......................................................... 41
4. BIOS SETUP
43
4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS .......................................... 43
4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System.......................... 43
4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures .............................................. 44
4.2 BIOS Setup Program.................................................................. 47
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4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar ................................................................ 48
4.2.2 Legend Bar ....................................................................... 48
4.3 Main Menu ................................................................................. 50
4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave ................................. 51
4.3.2 Keyboard Features............................................................ 54
4.4 Advanced Menu ......................................................................... 56
4.4.1 Chip Configuration ........................................................... 59
4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration ................................................. 61
4.4.3 PCI Configuration ............................................................ 63
4.5 Power Menu ............................................................................... 65
4.5.1 Power Up Control............................................................. 67
4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ............................................................ 69
4.6 Boot Menu ................................................................................. 70
4.7 Exit Menu................................................................................... 72
5. SOFTWARE SETUP
75
5.1 Install Operating System ............................................................ 75
5.2 Start Windows ............................................................................ 75
5.3 A7A266-E Motherboard Support CD ........................................ 76
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE
77
6.1 ASUS PC Probe ......................................................................... 77
6.2 CyberLink PowerPlayer SE ....................................................... 83
6.3 CyberLink VideoLive Mail ........................................................ 83
6.4 ASUS Update ............................................................................. 85
6.5 Multi-Channel Audio Feature Setup........................................... 86
7. APPENDIX
7.1 Glossary ..................................................................................... 89
INDEX 93
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FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
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•
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
•
•
•
Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING! Any changes or modifications to this product not expressly ap-
proved by the manufacturer could void any assurances of safety or performance
and could result in violation of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the
Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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ASUS A7A266-E User’s Manual
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 How This Manual Is Organized
This manual is divided into the following sections:
1. INTRODUCTION
2. FEATURES
3. HARDWARE SETUP
4. BIOS SETUP
Manual information and checklist
Production information and specifications
Instructions on setting up the motherboard.
Instructions on setting up the BIOS
5. SOFTWARE SETUP
Instructions on setting up the included software
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE Reference material for the included software
7. APPENDIX
Optional items and general reference
1.2 Item Checklist
Check that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items,
contact your retailer.
Optional Items
ASUS CIDB chassis intrusion detec-
Package Contents
(1) ASUS Motherboard
tion module
(1) 40-pin 80-conductor ribbon
cable for internal UltraDMA/
100 / UltraDMA/66 (also
compatible with UltraDMA/33
IDE drives/devices)
ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared
module
ASUS MR-I Modem Riser Card
(1) Ribbon cable for internal
UltraDMA/33 IDE drives
(1) Ribbon cable for one 5.25” and
two 3.5” floppy disk drives
(2) ASUS 2-port USB Connector Set
(1) Bag of spare jumper caps
(1) ASUS Support CD with drivers
and utilities
(1) This Motherboard User’s
Manual
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2. FEATURES
2.1 The ASUS A7A266-E
The ASUS A7A266-E motherboard is carefully designed for the value-conscious
PC user who wants advanced features processed by the fastest processors.
2.1.1 Core Specifications
•
AMD® Athlon™/ Duron™ Processor Support: Supports AMD’s new socket-
A Palomino™ / Thunderbird™ processor cores.
•
North Bridge System Chipset: ALi M1647™ chipset with AGP/PCI/Memory
controller supports a 133/100MHz Front Side Bus (FSB), supports DDR SDRAM
DIMM, complies with AGP 2.0 specifications for 4X, 2X and 1X AGP modes
and PCI 2.2. bus interface. It is optimized to deliver enhanced AMD Athlon™
processor system performance.
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South Bridge System PCIset: ALi M1535D+™ PCIset with PCI Super-I/O In-
tegrated Peripheral Controller (PSIPC) with support for UltraDMA/100, which
allows burst mode data transfer rates of up to 100MB/sec; AC97 audio; USB
controller with root hub and four function ports.
PC2100 / PC1600 DDR and PC133 SDR SDRAM Support: Equipped with
two Double Data Rate Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR DIMM) sockets to
support up to 2GB of DDR SDRAM and three SDR DIMM sockets to support
up to 3GB of SDR SDRAM. DDR SDRAM is the newest memory standard with
the highest bandwidth and lowest latency currently available and dramatically
improves the memory system’s ability to service, among others, high multimedia
requirements. (Caution: Do not use DDR & SDRAM modules simultaneously.)
•
JumperFree™ Mode: Gives processor settings and easy overclocking of
frequency and Vcore voltage all through BIOS setup when JumperFree™ mode
is enabled. Easy-to-use DIP switches instead of jumpers are included to allow
manual adjustment of the processor’s external frequency. CPU external (FSB)
frequency settings may be set in 1MHz-increments or reduction.
•
Super Multi-I/O: Provides two high-speed UART compatible serial ports and
one parallel port with EPP and ECP capabilities.
•
High-Speed Data Transfer Interface: UltraDMA/133 increases the data trans-
fer rate to 133MB/s. UltraDMA/133 is backward compatible with both DMA/
66 and DMA/33 with existing DMA devices and systems. (UltraDMA133/100/
66 requires a 40-pin 80-conductor cable to be enabled.).
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•
Smart BIOS: 2Mb firmware provides Vcore and CPU/SDRAM frequency ad-
justments, boot block write protection, and HD/SCSI/MO/ZIP/CD/Floppy boot
selection.
One Touch Management: Supports an optionalASUS iPanel, an easy to access
box with system information LED display, front I/O ports, and space reserved
for a hard disk drive. With an ASUS iPanel, you can monitor your computer
system’s vital components.
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2. FEATURES
2.1.2 Connections
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CPU socket: Socket A (462) for AMD processors.
PCI/AMR Expansion Slots: Provides five 32-bit PCI (Rev. 2.2) expansion
slots, which can support Bus Master PCI cards, such as SCSI or LAN cards (PCI
supports up to 133MB/s maximum throughput), and one Audio Modem Riser
(AMR) slot (shared), which supports a very affordable audio and/or modem
riser card.
•
•
AGP Pro Slot: Comes with an Accelerated Graphics Port Pro slot that
supports AGP cards for high performance, component level interconnect
targeted at 3D graphical applications using a 4X mode bus. The slot is keyed to
support only the latest 1.5 voltAGP cards: i.e.:ASUS V3800 and newer models.
IDE connectors: Dual-channel bus master IDE connectors support up to four
Ultra DMA133/100/66, PIO Modes 3 & 4 IDE devices. Both the primary (blue)
and secondary (black) connectors are slotted to prevent incorrect insertion of the
IDE ribbon cable.
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•
Floppy disk connector: Supports the floppy disk drive ribbon cable. One side
of the connector is slotted to prevent incorrect insertion of the floppy disk cable.
Wake-On-LAN: Supports Wake-On-LAN activity through an optional ASUS
PCI-L101 10 /100 Fast Ethernet PCI card.
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•
Wake-On-Ring: Supports Wake-On-Ring activity through a PCI modem card.
USB: Supports up to six USB ports, two on the back panel and four midboard,
for more peripheral connectivity options including PDAs, scanners and more.
•
•
Serial ports: Two 9-pin COM1/COM2 ports are for pointing devices or other
serial devices.
IrDA: Integrated IR supports a remote control package for wireless interfacing
with external peripherals, personal gadgets, or an optional remote controller.
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Parallel port: 25-pin port connects a parallel printer or other devices.
PS/2 mouse port: Green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
PS/2 keyboard port: Purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 keyboard.
Wake-On-LAN Connector: Supports Wake-On-LAN activity through an
optional PCI Fast Ethernet card.
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Wake-On-Ring Connector: Supports Wake-On-Ring activity through a PCI
modem card that supports a Wake-On-Ring connector.
USB: Supports up to six USB ports, two on the back panel and four midboard,
for more peripheral connectivity options.
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•
Onboard LED: Signals AC power is okay.
ATX power connector. Supplies the MB with ATX 12V power. The power
supply must have at least 1A on the +5V standby lead (+5VSB).
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2. FEATURES
2.1.3 Special Features
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Easy Installation: Incorporates BIOS that supports autodetection of hard disk
drives, PS/2 mouse, and Plug and Play devices to make the setup of hard disk
drives, expansion cards, and other devices virtually automatic.
•
ACPI Ready: Advanced Configuration Power Interface (ACPI) provides more
Energy Saving Features for operating systems that support OS Direct Power
Management (OSPM) functionality. With these features implemented in the OS,
PCs can be ready around the clock, yet satisfy all the energy saving standards.
To fully utilize the benefits of ACPI, an ACPI-supported OS, such as Windows
98/2000/Millenium must be used.
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Desktop Management Interface (DMI): Supports DMI through BIOS, which
allows hardware to communicate within a standard protocol creating a higher
level of compatibility. (Requires DMI-enabled components.)
Color-coded Connectors: To enhance user accessibility to system components
and to meet PC 99 compliancy, major connectors in this motherboard are color-
coded.
Remote Ring On (requires modem): This allows a computer to be turned on
remotely through an internal or external modem. With this benefit on-hand, users
can access vital information from their computers from anywhere in the world!
New Compliancy: Both the BIOS and hardware levels of this motherboard meet
the stringent requirements for PC 99 certification. The new PC 99 requirements
for systems and components are based on the following high-level goals: Sup-
port for Plug and Play compatibility and power management for configuring
and managing all system components, and 32-bit device drivers and installation
procedures for Windows95/98/NT . Color-coded connectors and descriptive icons
make identification easy as required by PC 99.
2.1.4 Performance and Intelligence
•
DDR SDRAM Optimized Performance: This motherboard supports a new gen-
eration memory, Double Data Rate (DDR) Dynamic Random Access Memory
(SDRAM), which is compatible to the industry standard SDRAM. This new memory
technology increases performance by executing two actions per clock cycle,
resulting in data transfer rates of up to 2.1 GB/s for 133MHz DDR SDRAM and
1.6GB/s for 100MHz DDR SDRAM.
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•
PC Health Monitoring: Provides an easy way to examine and manage system
status information, such as CPU and systerm voltages, temperatures, and fan
speeds/status through the onboard hardware, ASUS ASIC and ASUS PC Probe:
Voltage Monitoring and Alert: System voltage levels are monitored to ensure
stable current to critical motherboard components. Voltage specifications are
more critical for future processors, so monitoring is necessary to ensure proper
system configuration and management.
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2. FEATURES
Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection: Programmable BIOS (Flash
EEPROM), offering enhanced ACPI for Windows 982000/Millenium compat-
ibility, built-in firmware-based virus protection, and autodetection of most de-
vices for virtually automatic setup.
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•
Dual Function Power Button: Pushing the power button for less than 4 sec-
onds when the system is in the working state places the system into one of two
states: sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS or OS setting (see
PWR Button < 4 Secs in 4.5 Power Menu). When the power button is pressed
for more than 4 seconds, the system enters the soft-off mode regardless of the
BIOS setting.
•
Fan Status Monitoring and Alarm: To prevent system overheat and system
damage, the CPU, power supply, and system fans can be monitored for RPM
and failure. All fans are set for its normal RPM range and alarm thresholds.
•
SMBus: The System Management Bus interface conveys commands and
information between SMBus devices.
•
Message LED (requires ACPI OS support): Turbo LEDs now act as informa-
tion providers. Through the way a particular LED illuminates, the user can de-
termine if there are messages waiting in the mailbox. Asimple glimpse provides
useful information to the user.
•
System Resources Alert: Today’s operating systems such as Windows 98/
Millenium and Windows NT/2000, require much more memory and hard drive
space to present enormous user interfaces and run large applications. The sys-
tem resource monitor will warn the user before the system resources are used up
to prevent possible application crashes. Suggestions will give the user informa-
tion on managing their limited resources more efficiently.
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Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI mas-
ter busses to the memory and processor.
Chassis Intrusion Detection: Supports chassis-intrusion monitoring through
the ASUS ASIC. A chassis intrusion event is kept in memory on battery power
for more protection.
2.1.2 Optional Components
•
Onboard Audio: C-Media Audio Chip CMI8738 supporting the latest PCI 6
channel and HRTF 3D Audio sound circuitry.
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2. FEATURES
2.2 Motherboard Components
See opposite page for locations.
Location
Processor Support Socket A (462) for AMD Athlon/Duron CPUs ......................... 2
(NOTE: A CPU thermal sensor is integrated on the motherboard,
located near the center of the CPU heat source, just below the
CPU socket)
DIP Switches ............................................................................ 8
Chipsets ALi M1647 system controller ................................................... 1
ALi M1535D+ PCIset ............................................................ 15
2Mbit Programmable Flash EEPROM ................................... 12
Main Memory Maximum 2GB support
3 SDR DIMM Sockets (maximum 3GB) ................................. 4
2 DDR DIMM Sockets (maximum 2GB) ................................ 3
PC2100 / PC1600 DDR and PC133 SDR memory support
Expansion Slots 5 PCI Slots .............................................................................. 19
1 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Pro Slot ......................... 20
1 Audio Modem Riser (AMR) Slot ........................ (Shared) 17
System I/O 1 Floppy Disk Drive Connector ............................................. 13
2 IDE Connectors (UltraDMA133/100/66 Support) ................ 7
1 Parallel Port Connector ............................................. (Top) 24
1 Serial COM1 Port Connector .............................. (Bottom) 25
1 Serial COM2 Port Connector .............................. (Bottom) 23
USB Connectors (Port 0 & Port 1) ........................................ 26
USB Header (Port 2,3 & Port 4,5).......................................... 14
1 PS/2 Mouse Connector ............................................. (Top) 27
1 PS/2 Keyboard Connector ................................... (Bottom) 27
1 ASUS IrDA/iPanel Connector ................................. (Right) 9
1 ASUS IR Connector .................................................. (Left) 9
1 ASUS iPanel Audio Connector............................................ 21
Audio PCI Audio Chipset (optional) ................................................. 18
1 Game/MIDI Connector (on audio model only) ......... (Top) 22
1 Line Out Connector (on audio model only) ........ (Bottom) 22
1 Line In Connector (on audio model only) ........... (Bottom) 22
1 Microphone Connector (on audio model only) ... (Bottom) 22
Network Features Wake-On-LAN Connector...................................................... 16
Wake-On-Ring Connector ...................................................... 11
Hardware Monitoring ASUS ASIC ............................................................................ 10
3 Fan Power and Speed Monitoring Connectors
Power ATX Power Supply Connector ................................................. 5
Special Feature Onboard LED ........................................................................... 6
Form Factor ATX
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2. FEATURES
2.2.1 Component Locations
1
2
3
4 5 6 7
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15 14 131211 109 8
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
3.1 Motherboard Layout
24.5cm (9.64in)
PS/2
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
CPU_FAN
USB1
USB2
1
1
COM1
LED
JTPWR
COM2
Line
Out
ALi
M1647
Chipset
PWR_FAN
Line
In
Mic
In
0
1
2
3
4
5
0
1
2
3
MIC2
AUX
AUDIO_PANEL
CD1
JP10
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro)
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
PCI 1
CLRTC
BCS1
BCS2
A7A266-E
FLOPPY
MODEM
Flash EEPROM
(Programable BIOS)
PCI 2
ALi
M1535D+
Chipset
JEN
PCI 3
PCI 4
PCI 5
VID
WOR
WOL_CON
IR
CHA
AFPANEL
PANEL
SMB
USB2
USB1
Audio Modem Riser
(AMR)
IDELED
CHA_FAN
Grayed components are available only on certain models at the time of purchase.
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
3.2 Layout Contents
Motherboard Settings
1) JEN
2) VID
p. 17 JumperFree Mode (JumperFree/Jumper Mode)
p. 18 Voltage Regulator Output Setting (Enable/Disable)
p. 18 DDR Voltage Selection (2.5 / 2.6)
p. 19 CPU External Frequency Setting
p. 20 Manual CPU Ratio Setting
3) JP10
4) DSW Switches 1–4
5) DSW Switches 6-10
6) BCS1, BCS2
Expansion Slots/Sockets
1) System Memory
2) DDR1/DDR2
3) DIMM1/2/3
p. 21 Bass Center Setting
p. 22 System Memory Support
p. 22 DDR DIMM Memory Module Support
p. 23 SDR DIMM Memory Module Support
4) Socket 462 (Socket A) p. 25 CPU Support
5) PCI1/2/3/4/5
6) AGP PRO
7) AMR
p. 26 32-bit PCI Bus Expansion Slots
p. 28 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Pro
p. 28 Audio Modem Riser (AMR) Slot
Connectors
1) PS2KBMS
2) PS2KBMS
3) USB
4) COM1/COM2
5) PRINTER
6) GAME_AUDIO
7) GAME_AUDIO
8) FLOPPY
p. 29 PS/2 Mouse Porv #onnector (6 pin female)
p. 29 PS/2 Keyboard Port Connector (6 pin female)
p. 30 Universal Serial Bus Connectors 0 & 1 (Two 4-pin female)
p. 30 Serial Port Connector (9-pin male)
p. 30 Parallel Port Connector (25-pin female)
p. 31 Game/MIDI Connector (15-pin female) (optional)
p. 31 Audio Port Connectors (Three 1/8”) (optional)
p. 31 Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34 pin)
9) PRIM./SECOND. IDE p. 32 IDE Connectors (Two 40-1 pin
10) IDELED
11) CHASSIS
12) WOL_CON
13) WOR
p. 33 IDE Activity LED (2 pin)
p. 33 Chassis Intrusion Lead (4-1 pin)
p. 34 Wake-On-LAN Connector (3 pin)
p. 34 Wake-On-Ring Connector (2 pin)
14) CHA, PWR, CPU_FAN p. 35 Chassis, Power Supply, CPU Fan Connectors (3 pin)
15) USB1/USB2
16) SMB
p. 36 USB Headers (Two 10-1 pin)
p. 36 SMBus Connector (5-1 pin)
17) IrDA/AFPANEL
18) AAPANEL
p. 37 ASUS IrDA/iPanel Connector (24-1 pin)
p. 37 ASUS iPanel Audio Connector (12-1 pin)
19) CD1, AUX, MODEM p. 38 Internal Audio Connector (4 pin)
20) MIC2
21) ATXPWR
22) JTPWR
p. 38 Internal Microphone Connector (3 pin)
p. 39 ATX Power Supply Connector (20 pin)
p. 39 Thermal Sensor Connector (2 pin)
p. 40 System Power LED Lead (3 pin)
23) PLED (PANEL
)
24) KEYLOCK (PANEL) p. 40 Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2 pin)
25) SPEAKER (PANEL)
26) MLED (PANEL)
27) SMI (PANEL)
28) PWRBTN (PANEL)
29) RESET (PANEL)
p. 40 System Warning Speaker Connector (4 pin)
p. 40 System Message LED (2 pin)
p. 40 System Management Interrupt Lead (2 pin)
p. 40 ATX / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2 pin)
p. 40 Reset Switch Lead (2 pin)
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
3.3 Getting Started
Before using your computer, you must complete the following steps:
1. Check Motherboard Settings
2. Install Memory Modules
3. Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU)
4. Install Expansion Cards
5. Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply
6. Setup the BIOS Software
3.4 Motherboard Settings
This section explains in detail how to change your motherboard’s function settings
through the use of switches and/or jumpers.
WARNING! Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate
Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. To protect them against damage from static electric-
ity, you should follow some precautions whenever you work on your computer.
1. Unplug your computer when working on the inside.
2. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. If you do
not have one, touch both of your hands to a safely grounded object or to a
metal object, such as the power supply case.
3. Hold components by the edges and try not to touch the IC chips, leads or
connectors, or other components.
4. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the bag that came with
the component whenever the components are separated from the system.
5. Ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off before you plug in or
remove the ATX power connector on the motherboard.
WARNING! Make sure that you unplug your power supply when adding or re-
moving system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to your
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. The onboard LED when lit acts as
a reminder that the system is in suspend or soft-off mode and not powered OFF.
LED
ON
OFF
Standby
Power
Powered
Off
A7A266-E
A7A266-E Onboard LED
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3. HARDWARE SETUP
Motherboard Features Settings (DIP Switches - DSW)
The motherboard’s onboard functions are adjusted through the DIP switches. The
white block represents the switch’s position. The example below shows all the
switches in the OFF position.
1-10: Frequency Multiples
DSW
A7A266-E
OFF ON
A7A266-E DIP Switch
1) JumperFree™ Mode (JEN)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the JumperFree™ mode. The
JumperFree™ mode allows processor settings to be made through the BIOS
setup (see 4.4 Advanced Menu). The default setting is for JumperFree mode: all
DSWs come set to the OFF position and the JEN jumpers are set to [2-3].
Setting
JumperFree
Jumper Mode
JEN
[2-3] (default)
[1-2]
JEN
1 2
2 3
Jumper Mode
Jumper Free (Default)
DSW
A7A266-E
OFF (Default)
A7A266-E Jumper Mode Setting
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2) Voltage Regulator Output Setting (VID)
This jumper allows you to manually adjust the CPU core voltage. It is better to
use the CPU Default for the CPU core voltage. CPU Default means the Vcore
is generated according to the CPU VID configuration. Disabling the Voltage
regulator output allows higher voltage settings to be made; however care must
be exercised not to damage the CPU.
VID
Enable
Disable
2 3
(Default)
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1 2
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3) DDR Voltage Setting (JP10)
This option sets the voltage for the the DDR memory. It is recommended to use
the default setting for normal operation, as the higher voltage setting may strain
components.
JP10
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2 3
1 2
2.5V
(Default)
2.6V
A7A266-E DDR Voltage Setting
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4) CPU External Frequency Setting (DSW Switches 1–4)
This option tells the clock generator which frequency to send to the CPU,
SDRAM, and chipset. This allows the selection of the CPU’s External frequency.
(The CPU External Frequency multiplied by the Frequency Multiple equals the
CPU’s Internal frequency (the advertised CPU speed).
IMPORTANT:
1. To use this feature, JEN must be set to Jumper Mode, [1-2].
(See 1, JumperFree™ Mode (JEN) in 3, HARDWARE SETUP.)
2. In JumperFree mode, all dip switches (DSW-1–DSW-4) must be set to OFF.
3. When JumperFree mode is enabled, use BIOS setup in place of these switches.
(Set Operating Frequency Setting to User Define under 4.4Advanced Menu
in BIOS Setup so you can set the CPU Frequency.)
DSW
CPU→
100MHz 100MHz 120MHz 133MHz
100MHz 133MHz 120MHz 133MHz
SDRAM→
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A7A266-E CPU External
Frequency Selection
CPU→
90MHz 101MHz 126MHz
90MHz 101MHz 126MHz
SDRAM→
WARNING! Frequencies other than recommended CPU bus frequencies are not
guaranteed to be stable. Overclocking your processor is not advised. It may result
in a slower speed and premature wearing of the processor.
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5) Manual CPU Ratio Settings (DSW Switches 6-9)
Set DSW switches (6-9) to use the clock multiplier to coordinate the ratio of bus
speeds with CPU settings. Set the DSW switches according to the internal speed
of your processor and the bus frequency (133/100MHz).
IMPORTANT:
1. To use this feature, JEN must be set to Jumper Mode, [1-2].
(See 1, JumperFree™ Mode (JEN) in 3, HARDWARE SETUP.)
2. Ensure the DSWsettings are set to enable manual switch adjustments:
DSW switch 10 is OFF to disable the manual CPU ratio settings.
DSW switch 10 is ON, for all manual CPU ratio settings.
DSW
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OFF
ON
Disable
settings
(Default)
Enable
settings
A7A266-E CPU Ratio Default
3. Set DSW switches 6 through 9 as follows according to the desired multiplier:
DSW
5.0x
5.5x
6.0x
6.5x
7.0x
7.5x
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9.0x
9.5x
10.0x
10.5x
8.0x
8.5x
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Clock (BUS) Frequency
Selection
11.0x
11.5x
12.0x
>=12.5x
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Multiplier Table
12.5x and up
12.0x
11.5x
11.0x
10.5x
10.0x
9.5x
9.0x
8.5x
8.0x
7.5x
6
7
8
9
[OFF]
[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
[OFF]
[ON]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[ON]
[ON]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[ON]
[ON]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[ON]
[ON]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[OFF]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
[ON]
7.0x
6.5x
6.0x
5.5x
5.0x
6) Bass Center Setting (BCS1, BCS2)
(NOTE: Only available on PCB 1.10 & later versions)
Use these jumpers in conjunction with the C-Media PCI Audio Driver to adjust
output for 6 speaker audio. No audio standard exists for the three pick-up
surfaces on male audio jacks, therefore it may be necessary to switch jumpers
from the default position to reroute signals among the internal leads to the
female Line-In, Line-Out, Mic sockets. Make sure a test is made using the
C-MediaAudio Driver software setup available on the Support CD. These jump-
ers effectively swap the audio channels for bass and center. NOTE: the default
setting is compatible with Creative 6-Channel audio speaker system.
2 3
1 2
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BCS1
BCS2
(BASS/CENTER)
(CENTER/BASS)
(Default)
A7A266-E Jumper Mode Setting
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3.5 System Memory
This motherboard features two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Mod-
ule sockets and three Single Data Rate (SDR) Dual Inline Memory Module sockets.
3.5.1 DDR DIMM Support
The two DDR DIMM sockets support 2.5Volt (power level) unbuffered Double Data
Rate Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (DDR SDRAM) of 64MB,
128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB to form a memory size between 64MB to 2GB.
One side (with memory chips) of the DIMM takes up one row on the motherboard.
DDR DIMMs support non-ECC modules that are available in unbuffered (typically
used in PCs) versions.
NOTE: The DDR memory bus runs at the same frequency as the CPU front side bus.
Install memory in any combination as follows:
DIMM Location
184-pin DDR DIMM
Total Memory
Socket 1 (Rows 0&1)
Socket 2 (Rows 2&3)
64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1
64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1
Total System Memory (Max 2GB)
=
The 184-pin DIMM must be a 2.5V unbuffered DDR SDRAM. Each DDR DIMM
has a single notch slightly to the right of center:
104 Pins
80 Pins
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A7A266-E 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets
IMPORTANT! DO NOT mix DDR and SDR SDRAMs. Mixing DDR and SDR
SDRAMs may damage the DDR modules!
WARNING! Be sure that the DIMMs you use can handle the specified SDRAM
MHz or else bootup will not be possible.
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3.5.2 SDR DIMM Support
The three SDR DIMM sockets support 3.3Volt (power level) unbuffered Single Data
Rate Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDR SDRAM) of 64MB,
128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB to form a memory size between 64MB to 3GB.
One side (with memory chips) of the DIMM takes up one row on the motherboard.
SDR DIMMs supports non-ECC (used in desktops/laptops) and are available in
unbuffered (typically used in PCs) versions.
Install memory in any combination as follows:
DIMM Location
168-pin SDR DIMM
Total Memory
Socket 1 (Rows 0&1)
Socket 2 (Rows 2&3)
Socket 3 (Rows 4&5)
64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1
64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1
64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1
Total System Memory (Max 3GB)
=
The 168-pin DIMM must be a 3.3V unbuffered SDR SDRAM. Look for two notches
on each SDR DIMM:
88 Pins
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60 Pins
20 Pins
A7A266-E 168-Pin DIMM Sockets
Lock
168-Pin DIMM Notch Key Definitions (3.3V)
Voltage Key Position
Reserved
DRAM Key Position
RFU
Unbuffered
Buffered
5.0V
3.3V
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3.5.3 Memory Installation
WARNING! Unplug your power supply when adding or removing memory
modules or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage
to both your motherboard and expansion cards (see 3.3 Hardware Setup
Procedure for more information).
Follow these steps to install a DIMM.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notches on the DIMM match the
breaks on the socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in
place and the DIMM is properly seated.
Unlocked Retaining Clip
Locked Retaining Clip
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.
1. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra
force.Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
3.5.4 General DIMM Memo
•
•
DIMMs that have more than 18 chips are not supported on this motherboard.
ASUS motherboards support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs. This is the
memory of choice for best performance vs. stability.
•
BIOS shows SDRAM memory on bootup screen.
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3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard provides a Socket 462 (A) for CPU installation. A fan and heat-
sink must be attached to the CPU to prevent overheating before turning on the PC.
LEVER
CPU NOTCH
TO INNER
CORNER
LOCK
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CPU NOTCH
AMD™ Athlon
A7A266-E Socket A
1. Locate the Socket 462 and open it by pulling
the lever gently sideways away from the socket.
Then lift the lever upwards. The socket lever
must be fully opened (90 to 100 degrees).
2. Insert the CPU with the correct orientation. The
notched corner of the CPU must be oriented
toward the inner corner of the socket base
nearest to the lever hinge.
CAUTION! The CPU should drop easily into
place. Do not force the CPU into the socket to
avoid bending the pins. If the CPU does not fit,
check its alignment and look for bent pins.
3. Once completely inserted, press the CPU firmly
and close the socket lever until it snaps shut.
4. Place the CPU fan and heatsink on the CPU. The heatsink should entirely cover
the CPU. Carefully attach the heatsink locking brace to the plastic clips on the
socket base. With the added weight of the CPU fan and heatsink locking brace,
no extra force is required to keep the CPU in place.
CAUTION! Take care not to scrape the motherboard surface when mounting a
clamp-style processor fan, or else damage may occur. When mounting a heatsink
onto your CPU, make sure that exposed CPU capacitors do not touch the
heatsink, or damage may occur!
NOTE! Do not forget to set the correct Bus Frequency and Multiple to avoid
start-up problems (available only on unlocked processors).
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3.7 Expansion Cards
WARNING! Unplug your power supply when adding or removing expansion
cards or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
both your motherboard and expansion cards.
3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure
1. Read the documentation for your expansion card and make any necessary hard-
ware or software settings for your expansion card, such as jumpers.
2. Remove your computer system’s cover and the bracket plate on the slot you
intend to use. Keep the bracket for possible future use.
3. Carefully align the card’s connectors and press firmly.
4. Secure the card on the slot with the screw you removed above.
5. Replace the computer system’s cover.
6. Set up the BIOS if necessary
(such as IRQ xx Used By ISA: Yes in 4.4.3 PCI Configuration)
7. Install the necessary software drivers for your expansion card.
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3.7.2 Assigning IRQs for Expansion Cards
Some expansion cards need an IRQ to operate. Generally, an IRQ must be exclu-
sively assigned to one use. In a standard design, there are 16 IRQs available but
most of them are already in use, leaving 6 IRQs free for expansion cards. If your
motherboard has PCI audio onboard, an additional IRQ will be used. If your moth-
erboard also has MIDI enabled, another IRQ will be used, leaving 4 IRQs free.
IMPORTANT: If using PCI cards on shared slots, make sure that the drivers sup-
port “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Conflicts will
arise between the two PCI groups that will make the system unstable or cards inop-
erable.
The following table lists the default IRQ assignments for standard PC devices. Use
this table when configuring your system and for resolving IRQ conflicts.
Standard Interrupt Assignments
IRQ
0
1
Priority
Standard Function
System Timer
Keyboard Controller
1
2
2
N/A
11
12
13
14
15
3
4
5
6
7
Programmable Interrupt
Communications Port (COM2)
Communications Port (COM1)
Sound Card (sometimes LPT2)
Floppy Disk Controller
Printer Port (LPT1)
System CMOS/Real Time Clock
ACPI Mode when used
IRQ Holder for PCI Steering
IRQ Holder for PCI Steering
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port
Numeric Data Processor
Primary IDE Channel
3*
4*
5*
6
7*
8
9*
10*
11*
12*
13
14*
15*
8
9
10
Secondary IDE Channel
*These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.
Interrupt Request Table for this Motherboard
INT-A
shared
—
—
—
INT-B
—
shared
—
—
INT-C
—
—
shared
—
INT-D
—
—
—
shared
—
INT-E INT-F
PCI slot 1
PCI slot 2
PCI slot 3
PCI slot 4
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
PCI slot 5
—
—
—
—
—
shared
—
AGP Pro slot
Onboard PCI audio
Onboard USB controller
shared
—
—
shared
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
used
shared
—
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3.7.3 Accelerated Graphics Port Pro (AGP Pro)
This motherboard provides an Accelerated Graphics Port Pro (AGP Pro) slot to sup-
port AGP/AGP Pro graphics cards, such as an ASUS AGP-V6800DDR/64M.
CAUTION! To avoid damaging yourAGP/AGPPro graphics card, your computer’s
power supply should be unplugged before inserting your graphics card into the slot.
AGP Card without Retention Notch
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TOP VIEW
28-pin bay
20-pin bay
Rib (inside slot)
Rib
A7A266-E Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP PRO)
CAUTION! The AGP Pro slot is shipped with a safety tab on the 20-pin bay for
use with AGP cards without a retention notch. DO NOT remove this tab if you
will be using such cards; removing may cause these cards to shift,
which may cause damage to your card, slot, and motherboard.
Remove ONLY when you will be using an AGP Pro card. Use a
rigid tip, such as a pen tip, to dislodge and remove the tab from
the bay.
Removing the tab
3.7.4 Audio Modem Riser (AMR) Slot
This connector supports a specially designed audio and/or modem card called anAMR.
It provides an upgrade to audio and/or modem solutions at an incredibly low cost.
IMPORTANT: The AMR slot of this motherboard shares the same expansion slot
as PCI Slot 5. Because of this and its location, the slot can only accept a specially
designed AMR card. The components of a standard AMR card and its bracket
face toward the edge of the motherboard while those of the specially-designed
card face the expansion slots. For availability, see your vendor or dealer.
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A7A266-E Audio Modem Riser (AMR) Slot
ASUS MR-I Card
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3.8 Connectors
WARNING! Some pins are used for connectors or power sources. These are
clearly distinguished from jumpers in the Motherboard Layout. Placing jumper
caps over these connector pins will cause damage to your motherboard.
IMPORTANT: Ribbon cables should always be connected with the red stripe to
Pin 1 on the connectors. Pin 1 is usually on the side closest to the power connector
on hard drives and CD-ROM drives, but may be on the opposite side on floppy
disk drives. Check the connectors before installation because there may be
exceptions. IDE ribbon cables must be less than 46 cm (18 in.), with the second
drive connector no more than 15 cm (6 in.) from the first connector.
1) PS/2 Mouse Connector (Green 6-pin PS2KBMS)
The system will direct IRQ12 to the PS/2 mouse if one is detected. If one is not
detected, expansion cards can use IRQ12. See PS/2 Mouse Function Control
in 4.4 Advanced Menu.
PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female)
2) PS/2 Keyboard Connector (Purple 6-pin PS2KBMS)
This connection is for a standard keyboard using an PS/2 plug (mini DIN). This
connector will not allow standard AT size (large DIN) keyboard plugs. You
may use a DIN to mini DIN adapter on standard AT keyboards.
PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female)
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3) Universal Serial Bus Ports 0 & 1 (Black two 4-pin USB)
Two USB ports are available for connecting USB devices. An optional USB
header is available if you need more USB ports.
USB 0
Universal Serial Bus (USB) 1
4) Serial Port Connectors (Teal/Turquoise 9-pin COM1 / COM2)
Two serial ports can be used for pointing devices or other serial devices. For
setting up these ports, see Onboard Serial Port 1 in 4.4.2 I/O Device
Configuration for settings.
COM1
COM2
Serial Ports (9-pin Male)
5) Parallel Port Connector (Burgundy 25-pin PRINTER)
You can enable the parallel port and choose the IRQ through Onboard Parallel
Port (see 4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration).
NOTE: Serial printers must be connected to the serial port.
Parallel Port (25-pin Female)
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6) Game/MIDI Connector (Gold 15-pin GAME_AUDIO) (optional)
You may connect game joysticks or game pads to this connector for playing
games. Connect MIDI devices for playing or editing professional audio.
Game/MIDI (15-pin Female)
7) Audio Port Connectors (Three 1/8” GAME_AUDIO) (optional)
Line Out (lime) can be connected to headphones or preferably powered speakers.
Line In (light blue) allows tape players or other audio sources to be recorded by
your computer or played through the Line Out (lime). Mic (pink) allows
microphones to be connected for inputting voice.
Line Out Line In Mic
1/8" Stereo Audio Connectors
8) Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)
This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable.After connecting
the single end to the board, connect the two plugs on the other end to the floppy
drives. (Pin 5 is removed to prevent inserting in the wrong orientation when
using ribbon cables with pin 5 plugged).
NOTE: Orient the red markings on
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1
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PIN 1
A7A266-E Floppy Disk Drive Connector
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9) Primary (Blue) / Secondary IDE Connectors (Two 40-1pin IDE)
These connectors support the provided UltraDMA133/100 IDE hard disk ribbon
cable. Connect the cable’s blue connector to the motherboard’s primary
(recommended) or secondary IDE connector, and then connect the gray connector
to your UltraDMA133/100 slave device (hard disk drive) and the black connector
to your UltraDMA133/100 master device. It is recommended that non-
UltraDMA133/100 devices be connected to the secondary IDE connector. If
you install two hard disks, you must configure the second drive to Slave mode
by setting its jumper accordingly. Please refer to your hard disk documentation
for the jumper settings. BIOS now supports specific device bootup (see 4.6 Boot
Menu). (Pin 20 is removed to prevent inserting in the wrong orientation
when using ribbon cables with pin 20 plugged).
TIP: You may configure two hard disks to be both Masters with two ribbon
cables – one for the primary IDE connector and another for the secondary IDE
connector. You may install one operating system on an IDE drive and another on
a SCSI drive and select the boot disk through the BIOS.
IMPORTANT: UltraDMA133100/66 IDE devices must use a 40-pin 80-
conductor IDE cable for 133MB/s transfer rates.
NOTE: Orient the red markings
(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.
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10) IDE Activity LED (2-pin IDELED)
This lead supplies power to the cabinet’s IDE activity LED. Read and write
activity by devices connected to the Primary/Secondary IDE and Primary/
Secondary ATA100 connectors will cause the LED to light up.
A7A266-E
IDELED
TIP: If the case-mounted LED does not
light, try reversing the 2-pin plug.
A7A266-E IDE Activity LED
11) Chassis Intrusion Lead (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
This requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion monitor/
sensor or microswitch. The sensor is triggered when a high level signal is sent to
the Chassis Signal lead, which occurs when a panel switch or light detector is
triggered. This function works with an optional ASUS CIDB chassis intrusion
module (see your vendor for more details). If the chassis intrusion lead is not
used, a jumper cap must be placed over the pins to close the circuit.
A7A266-E
1
CHASSIS
A7A266-E Chassis Open Alarm Lead
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12) Wake-On-LAN Connector (3-pin WOL_CON)
This connector supports a LAN card with a Wake-On-LAN output. The connector
powers up the system when a wakeup packet or signal is received through the
LAN card.
IMPORTANT: This feature requires that the Wake-On-LAN or PCI Modem
feature is enabled (see 4.5.1 Power Up Control) and that your system has an
ATX power supply with at least 720mA +5V standby power.
IMPORTANT: Requires an ATX power
supply with at least 720mA +5 volt
standby power.
WOL_CON
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Ground
PME +5 Volt Standby
A7A266-E Wake-On-LAN Connector
13) Wake-On-Ring Connector (2-pin WOR)
This connector supports internal modem cards with a Wake-On-Ring output.
The connector powers up the system when a ringup packet or signal is received
through the internal modem card. NOTE: For external modems, Wake-On-Ring
is detected through the COM port.
IMPORTANT: This feature requires that the Wake-On-LAN or PCI Modem
feature is enabled (see 4.5.1 Power Up Control) and that your system has an
ATX power supply with at least 720mA +5V standby power.
WOR
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1
2
RI#
Ground
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14) Chassis, Power Supply, CPU, and Chipset Fan Connectors
(3-pin CHA_FAN, PWR_FAN, CPU_FAN)
These connectors support cooling fans of 350mA (4.2 Watts) or less. Orientate
the fans so that the heat sink fins allow airflow to go across the onboard heat
sink(s) instead of the expansion slots. Depending on the fan manufacturer, the
wiring and plug may be different. The red wire should be positive, while the
black should be ground. Connect the fan’s plug to the board taking into
consideration the polarity of the connector.
NOTE: The “Rotation” signal is to be used only by a specially designed fan with
rotation signal. The Rotations per Minute (RPM) can be monitored usingASUS PC
Probe (see 6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE).
WARNING! The CPU and/or motherboard will overheat if there is no airflow
across the CPU and onboard heatsinks. Damage may occur to the motherboard
and/or the CPU fan if these pins are incorrectly used. These are not jumpers,
do not place jumper caps over these pins.
CPU_FAN
PWR_FAN
CHA_FAN
GND
+12V
Rotation
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15) USB Headers (10-1 pin USB1, 10-1 pin USB2)
If the USB port connectors on the back panel are inadequate, two USB headers
are available for four additional USB port connectors. Connect each USB header
to an optional 2-port USB connector set and mount the bracket to an open slot
on your chassis.
1
6
5
USB1
USB2
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16) SMBus Connector (5-1 pin SMB)
This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management Bus) devices.
SMBus devices communicate by means of the SMBus with an SMBus host and/
or other SMBus devices. SMBus is a specific implementation of an I2C bus,
which is a multi-device bus; that is, multiple chips can be connected to the same
bus and each one can act as a master by initiating data transfer.
SMB
1
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17) ASUS IrDA / iPanel Connector (24-1 pin AFPANEL)
This connector supports an optional ASUS iPanel, an easy to access drive bay
with front I/O ports, buttons and status LEDs. Alternatively, connect an optional
wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module to the SIR for both wireless
transmitting and remote control functions through one external infrared module.
This module mounts to a small opening on system cases that support this feature.
You must also configure the setting through UART2 Use Infrared (see 4.4.2 I/
O Device Configuration) to select whether UART2 is directed for use with COM2
or IrDA. Use the five pins as shown in Back View and connect a ribbon cable
from the module to the motherboard’s SIR connector according to the pin
definitions.
AFPANEL
SIR
CIR
Standard Infrared (SIR)
Front View Back View
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IR_CON
+5V
(NC)
IRTX
GND
A7A266-E Front Panel Connectors
IRRX
18) ASUS iPanel Audio Connector (12-1 pin AAPANEL) (on audio model only)
Connect the audio cable from the optional ASUS iPanel to this for front panel
audio control.
AAPANEL
MIC2
AGND
MICPWR
Line in_L
AGND2
Line in_R
Line out_L
AGND3
Line out_R
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19) Internal Audio Connectors (4-pin CD1, AUX, MODEM)
These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from such sound sources
as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. The MODEM connector allows the
onboard audio to interface with a voice modem card with a similar connector
CD1 (White)
Left Audio Channel
AUX (Black)
Ground
Right Audio Channel
Modem-Out
Ground
Ground
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Modem-In
MODEM
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20) Internal Microphone Connector (3-pin MIC2)
This connector allows you to connect a chassis mounted microphone to the
motherboard instead of having to connect an external microphone to the Line
Out connector on the back panel.
MIC2
1
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21) ATX Power Supply Connector (20-pin block ATXPWR)
This connector connects to anATX power supply. The plug from the power supply
will only insert in one orientation because of the different hole sizes. Find the
proper orientation and push down firmly making sure that the pins are aligned.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that yourATX power supply can supply at least 10mA
on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB). You may experience difficulty in powering
ON your system if your power supply cannot support the load. For Wake-On-
LAN support, your ATX power supply must supply at least 720mA +5VSB.
+12.0Volts
+5V Standby
Power Good
Ground
+5.0 Volts
+5.0 Volts
-5.0 Volts
Ground
Ground
+5.0 Volts
Ground
Power Supply On
Ground
Ground
+5.0 Volts
Ground
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-12.0Volts
+3.3 Volts
+3.3Volts
+3.3 Volts
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22) Power Supply Thermal Sensor Connector (2-pin block JTPWR)
If you have a power supply with thermal monitoring, connect its thermal sensor
cable to this connector.
JTPWR
Power Supply
Thermal Sensor
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The following PANEL illustration is used for items 23-29
*
Requires an ATX power supply.
Speaker
Connector
IDE LED
Power LED
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Message LED
SMI Lead
Reset SW
ATX Power Switch*
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23) System Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PLED)
This 3-1 pin connector connects to the system power LED, which lights when
the system is powered on and blinks when it is in sleep or soft-off mode.
24) Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2-pin KEYLOCK)
This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted key switch to allow
keyboard locking.
25) System Warning Speaker Connector (4-pin SPEAKER)
This 4-pin connector connects to the case-mounted speaker.
26) System Message LED Lead (2-pin MLED)
This indicates whether a message has been received from a fax/modem. The
LED will remain lit when there is no signal and blink when there is data received.
This function requires an ACPI OS and driver support.
27) System Management Interrupt Lead (2-pin SMI)
This allows the user to manually place the system into a suspend mode or “Green”
mode where system activity will be instantly decreased to save electricity and
expand the life of certain components when the system is not in use. This 2-pin
connector (see the preceding figure) connects to the case-mounted suspend switch.
28) ATX Power Switch / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2-pin PWRBTN)
The system power is controlled by a momentary switch connected to this lead.
Pushing the button once will switch the system between ON and SLEEP or ON
and SOFT OFF, depending on your BIOS or OS setting. Pushing the switch
while in the ON mode for more than 4 seconds will turn the system off. The
system power LED shows the status of the system’s power.
29) Reset Switch Lead (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch for rebooting
your computer without having to turn off your power switch. This is a preferred
method of rebooting to prolong the life of the system’s power supply.
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3.9 Starting Up the First Time
1. After all connections are made, close the system case cover.
2. Be sure that all switches are off (in some systems, marked with ), and
the power input voltage is set to comply with the standard used in your
country (220V-240V or 110-120V).
3. Connect the power supply cord into the power supply located on the
back of your system case according to your system user’s manual.
4. Connect the power cord into a power outlet that is equipped with a surge
protector.
5. You may then turn on your devices in the following order:
a. Your monitor
b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)
c. Your system power. For ATX power supplies, you need to switch on
the power supply as well as press the ATX power switch on the front
of the case.
6. The power LED on the front panel of the system case will light. For
ATX power supplies, the system LED will light when the ATX power
switch is pressed. The LED on the monitor may light up or switch be-
tween orange and green after the system’s if it complies with “green”
standards or if it has a power standby feature. The system will then run
power-on tests. While the tests are running, the BIOS will alarm beeps
or additional messages will appear on the screen. If you do not see
anything within 30 seconds from the time you turn on the power, the
system may have failed a power-on test. Recheck your jumper settings
and connections or call your retailer for assistance.
Award BIOS Beep Codes
Beep
Meaning
One short beep when
displaying logo
No error during POST
Long beeps in an endless loop No DRAM installed or detected
One long beep followed by
three short beeps
Video card not found or video card
memory bad
High frequency beeps when
system is working
CPU overheated
System running at a lower frequency
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7. During power-on, hold down <Delete> to enter BIOS setup. Follow the
instructions in 4. BIOS SETUP.
* Powering Off your computer: You must first exit or shut down your
operating system before switching off the power switch. ForATX power
supplies, you can press the ATX power switch after exiting or shutting
down your operating system. If you use Windows 9X, click the Start
button, click Shut Down, and then click Shut down the computer?
The power supply should turn off after Windows shuts down.
NOTE: The message “You can now safely turn off your computer”
will not appear when shutting down with ATX power supplies.
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4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS
4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System
It is recommended that you save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS
along with a Flash Memory Writer utility (AFLASH.EXE) to a bootable
floppy disk in case you need to reinstall the BIOS later. AFLASH.EXE is a
Flash Memory Writer utility that updates the BIOS by uploading a new BIOS
file to the programmable flash ROM on the motherboard. This file works
only in DOS mode. To determine the BIOS version of your motherboard,
check the last four numbers of the code displayed on the upper left-hand
corner of your screen during bootup. Larger numbers represent a newer BIOS
file.
1. Type FORMAT A:/S at the DOS prompt to create a bootable system
floppy disk. DO NOT copy AUTOEXEC.BAT & CONFIG.SYS to the
disk.
2. Type COPYD:\AFLASH\AFLASH.EXEA:\ (assuming D is your CD-
ROM drive) to copy AFLASH.EXE to the just created boot disk.
NOTE: AFLASH works only in DOS mode. It will not work with DOS
prompt in Windows and will not work with certain memory drivers that
may be loaded when you boot from your hard drive. It is recommended
that you reboot using a floppy.
3. Reboot your computer from the floppy disk. NOTE: BIOS setup must
specify “Floppy” as the first item in the boot sequence.
4. In DOS mode, type A:\AFLASH <Enter> to run AFLASH.
IMPORTANT! If “unknown” is displayed after Flash Memory:, the memory
chip is either not programmable or is not supported by the ACPI BIOS and
therefore, cannot be programmed by the Flash Memory Writer utility.
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5. Select 1. Save Current BIOS to File from the Main menu and press
<Enter>. The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears.
6. Type a filename and the path, for example, A:\XXX-XX.XXX and then
press <Enter>.
4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures
WARNING! Only update your BIOS if you have problems with your mother-
board and you know that the new BIOS revision will solve your problems.
Careless updating can result in your motherboard having more problems!
1. Download an updated ASUS BIOS file from the Internet (WWW or
FTP) (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION on page 3 for details)
and save to the disk you created earlier.
2. Boot from the disk you created earlier.
3. At the “A:\” prompt, type AFLASH and then press <Enter>.
4. At the Main Menu, type 2 and then press <Enter>. The Update BIOS
Including Boot Block and ESCD screen appears.
5. Type the filename of your new BIOS and the path, for example, A:\XXX-
XX.XXX, and then press <Enter>.
NOTE: To cancel this operation, press <Enter>.
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6. When prompted to confirm the BIOS update, press Y to start the up-
date.
7. The utility starts to program the new BIOS information into the flash
ROM. The boot block will be updated automatically only when neces-
sary. This will minimize the chance that a failed update will prevent
your system from booting up. When the programming is finished,
Flashed Successfully will be displayed.
NOTE: When you see the message “Boot Block is different”, you
may still press <Y> to update the BIOS. Yet if the update fails, your
system will run a greater risk of boot failure depending on whether
the boot block is damaged or not.
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8. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
WARNING! If you encounter problems while updating the new BIOS, DO
NOT turn off your system since this might prevent your system from booting
up. Just repeat the process, and if the problem still persists, update the original
BIOS file you saved to disk above. If the Flash Memory Writer utility was not
able to successfully update a complete BIOS file, your system may not be able
to boot up. If this happens, your system will need servicing.
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4.2 BIOS Setup Program
This motherboard supports a programmable EEPROM that can be updated using
the provided utility as described in 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS.
The utility is used if you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system,
or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section describes how to configure your system
using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, at some time in the future
you may want to change the configuration of your computer. For example, you
may want to enable the Security Password Feature or make changes to the power
management settings. It will then be necessary to reconfigure your system using
the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and
record them in the CMOS RAM of the EEPROM.
The EEPROM on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the
computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. This
appears during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Press <Delete> to call up the Setup
utility. If you are a little bit late in pressing the mentioned key, POST will continue
with its test routines, thus preventing you from calling up Setup. If you still need to
call Setup, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by press-
ing the Reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the
system off and then back on again. But do so only if the first two methods fail.
The Setup program has been designed to make it as easy to use as possible. It is a
menu-driven program, which means you can scroll through the various sub-menus
and make your selections among the predetermined choices.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key after
the computer has run through its POST.
NOTE: Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following
BIOS screens and descriptions are for reference purposes only and may not re-
flect your BIOS screens exactly.
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4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:
MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration.
ADVANCED Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced
features.
POWER
BOOT
EXIT
Use this menu to configure and enable Power Management
features.
Use this menu to configure the default system device used to lo-
cate and load the Operating System.
Use this menu to exit the current menu or specify how to exit the
Setup program.
To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard
until the desired item is highlighted.
4.2.2 Legend Bar
At the bottom of the Setup screen you will notice a legend bar. The keys in the
legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following
table lists the keys found in the legend bar with their corresponding alternates and
functions.
Navigation Key(s)
<F1> or <Alt + H>
Function Description
Displays the General Help screen from anywhere in the BIOS
Setup
<Esc>
Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a sub-
menu
← or → (keypad arrow) Selects the menu item to the left or right
↑ or ↓ (keypad arrow)
Moves the highlight up or down between fields
- (minus key)
Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted field
+ (plus key) or spacebar Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field
<Enter>
Brings up a selection menu for the highlighted field
Moves the cursor to the first field
<Home> or <PgUp>
<End> or <PgDn>
Moves the cursor to the last field
<F5>
Resets the current screen to its Setup Defaults
Saves changes and exits Setup
<F10>
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General Help
In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also pro-
vides a General Help screen. This screen can be called up from any menu by sim-
ply pressing <F1> or the <Alt> + <H> combination. The General Help screen lists
the legend keys with their corresponding alternates and functions.
Saving Changes and Exiting the Setup Program
See 4.7 Exit Menu for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the
setup program.
Scroll Bar
When a scroll bar appears to the right of a help window, it indicates that there is
more information to be displayed that will not fit in the window. Use <PgUp> and
<PgDn> or the up and down arrow keys to scroll through the entire help docu-
ment. Press <Home> to display the first page, press <End> to go to the last page.
To exit the help window, press <Enter> or <Esc>.
Sub-Menu
Note that a right pointer symbol (as shown in the left view) appears to the left of
certain fields. This pointer indicates that a sub-menu can be
launched from this field. A sub-menu contains additional op-
tions for a field parameter. To call up a sub-menu, simply move
the highlight to the field and press <Enter>. The sub-menu
will then immediately appear. Use the legend keys to enter
values and move from field to field within a sub-menu just as
you would within a menu. Use the <Esc> key to return to the
main menu.
Take some time to familiarize yourself with each of the leg-
end keys and their corresponding functions. Practice navigating through the vari-
ous menus and sub-menus. If you accidentally make unwanted changes to any of
the fields, use the set default hot key <F5>. While moving around through the
Setup program, note that explanations appear in the Item Specific Help window
located to the right of each menu. This window displays the help text for the cur-
rently highlighted field.
NOTE: The item heading in square brackets represents the default setting for
that field.
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4.3 Main Menu
When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears:
System Time [XX:XX:XX]
Sets your system to the time that you specify (usually the current time).
The format is hour, minute, second. Valid values for hour, minute and sec-
ond are Hour: (00 to 23), Minute: (00 to 59), Second: (00 to 59). Use the
<Tab> or <Shift> + <Tab> keys to move between the hour, minute, and
second fields.
System Date [XX/XX/XXXX]
Sets your system to the date that you specify (usually the current date). The
format is month, day, year. Valid values for month, day, and year are Month:
(1 to 12), Day: (1 to 31), Year: (100 year range). Use the <Tab> or <Shift>
+ <Tab> keys to move between the month, day, and year fields.
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.], Legacy Diskette B [None]
Sets the type of floppy drives installed. Configuration options: [None]
[360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
[2.88M, 3.5 in.]
Floppy 3 Mode Support [Disabled]
This is required to support older Japanese floppy drives. Floppy 3 Mode
support will allow reading and writing of 1.2MB (as opposed to 1.44MB)
on a 3.5-inch diskette. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Drive A]
[Drive B] [Both]
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4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave
NOTE: Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you
have the configuration information supplied by the manufacturer of the
drive. Incorrect settings may cause your system to not recognize the in-
stalled hard disk. To allow the BIOS to detect the drive type automati-
cally, select [Auto].
Type [Auto]
Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive. If automatic
detection is successful, the correct values will be filled in for the remaining
fields on this sub-menu. If automatic detection fails, your hard disk drive
may be too old or too new. You can try updating your BIOS or enter the
IDE hard disk drive parameters manually.
NOTE: After the IDE hard disk drive information has been entered into
BIOS, new IDE hard disk drives must be partitioned (such as with FDISK)
and then formatted before data can be read from and write on. Primary
IDE hard disk drives must have its partition set to active (also possible
with FDISK).
Other options for the Type field are:
[None] - to disable IDE devices
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IMPORTANT: If your hard disk was already formatted on an older previous system,
incorrect parameters may be detected. You will need to enter the correct parameters
manually or use low-level format if you do not need the data stored on the hard disk.
If the parameters listed differ from the ones used when the disk was formatted, the
disk will not be readable. If the auto-detected parameters do not match the ones that
should be used for your disk, you should enter the correct ones manually by setting
[User Type HDD].
[User Type HDD]
Manually enter the number of cylinders, heads and sectors per track for
your drive. Refer to your drive documentation or look on the drive for this
information. If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not
replacing it, select [None].
Translation Method [LBA]
Select the hard disk drive type in this field. When Logical Block Address-
ing is enabled, 28-bit addressing of the hard drive is used without regard
for cylinders, heads, or sectors. Note that LBA Mode is necessary for drives
with greater than 504MB in storage capacity. Configuration options: [LBA]
[LARGE] [Normal] [Match Partition Table] [Manual]
Cylinders
This field configures the number of cylinders. Refer to your drive docu-
mentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE: To
make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to [User Type HDD]
and the Translation Method field must be set to [Manual].
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Head
This field configures the number of read/write heads. Refer to your drive
documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE:
To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to [User Type
HDD] and the Translation Method field must be set to [Manual].
Sector
This field configures the number of sectors per track. Refer to your drive
documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE:
To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to [User Type
HDD] and the Translation Method field must be set to [Manual].
CHS Capacity
This field shows the drive’s maximum CHS capacity calculated automati-
cally by the BIOS from the drive information you entered.
Maximum LBA Capacity
This field shows the drive’s maximum LBA capacity calculated automati-
cally by the BIOS from the drive information you entered.
Multi-Sector Transfers [Maximum]
This option automatically sets the number of sectors per block to the high-
est number supported by the drive. This field can also be configured manu-
ally. Note that when this field is automatically configured, the set value
may not always be the fastest value for the drive. Refer to the documenta-
tion that came with your hard drive to determine the optimal value and set
it manually. NOTE: To make changes to this field, the Type field must be
set to [User Type HDD]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2 Sectors] [4
Sectors] [8 Sectors] [16 Sectors] [32 Sectors] [Maximum]
SMART Monitoring [Disabled]
This allows the enabling or disabling of the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring,
Analysis and Reporting Technology) system which utilizes internal hard
disk drive monitoring technology. This feature is normally disabled be-
cause system resources used in this feature may decrease system perfor-
mance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PIO Mode [4]
This option lets you set a PIO (Programmed Input/Output) mode for the
IDE device. Modes 0 through 4 provide successively increased performance.
Configuration options: [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
Ultra DMA Mode [Disabled]
Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity
for compatible IDE devices. Set to [Disabled] to suppress Ultra DMA ca-
pability. NOTE: To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set
to [User Type HDD]. Configuration options: [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] [Disabled]
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Other options for “Type:” are:
[CD-ROM] - for IDE CD-ROM drives
[LS-120] - for LS-120 compatible floppy disk drives
[ZIP-100] - for ZIP-100 compatible disk drives
[MO] - for IDE magneto optical disk drives
[Other ATAPI Device] - for IDE devices not listed here
After using the legend keys to make your selections on this sub-menu,
press the <Esc> key to exit back to the Main menu. When the Main menu
appears, you will notice that the drive size appear in the field for the hard
disk drive that you just configured.
4.3.2 Keyboard Features
Boot Up NumLock Status [On]
This field enables users to activate the Number Lock function upon system
boot. Configuration options: [Off] [On]
Keyboard Auto-Repeat Rate [12/Sec]
This controls the speed at which the system registers repeated keystrokes.
Options range from 6 to 30 characters per second. Configuration options:
[6/Sec] [8/Sec] [10/Sec] [12/Sec] [15/Sec] [20/Sec] [24/Sec] [30/Sec]
Keyboard Auto-Repeat Delay [1/4 Sec]
This field sets the time interval for displaying the first and second charac-
ters. Configuration options: [1/4 Sec] [1/2 Sec] [3/4 Sec] [1 Sec]
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Language [English]
This allows selection of the BIOS’ displayed language. Currently only English is avail-
able.
Supervisor Password [Disabled] / User Password [Disabled]
These fields allow you to set the passwords. To set the password, highlight the ap-
propriate field and press <Enter>. Type in a password and press <Enter>. You can
type up to eight alphanumeric characters. Symbols and other keys are ignored. To
confirm the password, type the password again and press the <Enter>. The password
is now set to [Enabled]. This password allows full access to the BIOS Setup menus.
To clear the password, highlight this field and press <Enter>. The same dialog box as
above will appear. Press <Enter> and the password will be set to [Disabled].
A Note about Passwords
The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify passwords in the Main menu.
The passwords control access to the BIOS during system startup. The pass-
words are not case sensitive. In other words, it makes no difference whether
you enter a password using upper or lowercase letters. The BIOS Setup pro-
gram allows you to specify two separate passwords: a Supervisor password
and a User password. When disabled, anyone may access all BIOS Setup
program functions. When enabled, the Supervisor password is required for
entering the BIOS Setup program and having full access to all configuration
fields.
Forgot the Password?
If you forgot the password, you can clear the password by erasing the CMOS Real
Time Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the password information is
powered by the onboard button cell battery. To erase the RTC RAM: (1) Unplug
your computer, (2) Short the solder points, (3) Turn ON your computer, (4) Hold
down <Delete> during bootup and enter BIOS setup to re-enter user preferences.
Halt On [All Errors]
This field determines which types of errors will cause the system to halt.
Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Error] [All but Keyboard] [All but
Disk] [All but Disk/Keyboard]
Installed Memory [XXX MB]
This display-only field displays the amount of conventional memory detected
by the system during bootup. You do not need to make changes to this field.
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CPU Speed [Manual]
In JumperFree™ Mode, this field allows you to select the internal frequency
of your CPU. Select [Manual] if you want to make changes to the subse-
quent 2 fields. Note that selecting a frequency higher than the CPU manu-
facturer recommends may cause the system to hang or crash. See System
Hangup on page 60. Configuration options: [Manual] [700MHz] [933Mhz]
CPU Frequency Multiple (When CPU Internal Frequency is set to [Manual])
This field is for unlocked processors only. If your processor’s Frequency
Multiple is detected locked, you will not be able to access this field. This
field sets the frequency multiple between the CPU’s internal frequency
and external frequency. This must be set in conjunction with CPU Exter-
nal (FSB) Frequency to match the speed of your CPU. Configuration op-
tions: [5.5x] [6.0x] [6.5x]... [12.0] [12.5x]
CPU/PCI Frequency (MHz) (When CPU Internal Frequency is set
to [Manual])
This field determines the frequency ratio among the Front Side
Bus, SDRAM, and PCI bus. You may set the memory clock
frequency in synchronous or asynchronous mode with respect to
the Front Side Bus frequency. Configuration options: [100:33]
[101:34] [102:34]...[165:41] [166:42]
Available options
fior CPU/PCI Frequency (MHz)
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CPU/Memory Frequency Ratio
This field adjusts the allocation of frequency response between the CPU
and memory. At 800 MHz, the ratio is automatically set to 1:1. At 600
MHz, the ratio has three configuration options: [Auto] [1:1] [3:4]
CPU Vcore Setting
This field can enable manual Vcore settings. The default is [Auto].
Changing the setting to manual permits adjustments to the next BIOS field,
CPU Vcore. Normally, it is recommended that the default [Auto] setting
be used since increasing the voltage to the CPU can damage it.
CPU Vcore
When the CPU Vcore Setting is changed to [Manual], then it is possible to
adjust the voltage range. Configuration options: [1.600V] [1.625V]
[1.650V] [1.675V] [1.700V] [1725V] [1.750V] [1.775V] [1.800V]
CPU Level 1 Cache, CPU Level 2 Cache [Enabled]
These fields allow you to choose from the default of [Enabled] or choose
[Disabled] to turn on or off the CPU’s Level 1 and Level 2 built-in cache.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
CPU Level 2 Cache ECC Check [Enabled]
This function controls the ECC capability in the CPU level 2 cache. Con-
figuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
BIOS Update [Enabled]
This functions as an update loader integrated into the BIOS to supply the
processor with the required data. In the default position of [Enabled], the
BIOS will load the update on all processors during system bootup. Con-
figuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PS/2 Mouse Function Control [Auto]
The default of [Auto] allows the system to detect a PS/2 mouse on startup.
If detected, IRQ12 will be used for the PS/2 mouse. IRQ12 will be re-
served for expansion cards only if a PS/2 mouse is not detected. [Enabled]
will always reserve IRQ12, whether on startup a PS/2 mouse is detected or
not. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Auto]
USB Legacy Support [Auto]
This motherboard supports Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. The de-
fault of [Auto] allows the system to detect a USB device on startup. If
detected, USB controller legacy mode will be enabled. If not detected, USB
controller legacy mode will be disabled. When this field is set to [Dis-
abled], USB controller legacy mode is disabled no matter whether you are
using a USB device or not. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
[Auto]
OS/2 Onboard Memory > 64M [Disabled]
When using OS/2 operating systems with installed DRAM of greater than
64MB, you need to set this option to [Enabled]; otherwise, leave this on
[Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Notes for JumperFree Mode
CPU Upgrade/Reinstallation
To ensure that your system can enter BIOS setup after the processor has
been changed or reinstalled, your system will start up running at a bus
speed of 66MHz and a fail-safe CPU internal frequency (4x66MHz). It
will then automatically take you to theAdvanced menu with a popup menu
of all the officially possible CPU internal frequencies.
System Hangup
If your system crashes or hangs due to improper frequency settings, power
OFF your system and restart. The system will start up in safe mode running
at a bus speed of 66MHz and enter BIOS setup.
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4.4.1 Chip Configuration
SDRAM Configuration [By SPD]
This sets the optimal timings for items 4-7, depending on the memory mod-
ules that you are using. The default setting [By SPD] configures items 4-7
by reading the contents in the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) device. The
EEPROM on the memory module stores critical parameter information
about the module, such as memory type, size, speed, voltage interface, and
module banks. Configuration options: [User Define] [By SPD]
NOTE: The following 3 fields will only be adjustable when SDRAM
Configuration is set to [User Define].
SDRAM CAS Latency
This controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the
time that the data actually becomes available. Configuration options:
[2.5T (DDR) / 2T (SDR)] [2.0T (DDR) / 2T (SDR)]
SDRAM RAS to CAS Delay
This controls the latency between the SDRAM active command and
the read/write command. Configuration options: [3T] [2T]
SDRAM RAS Precharge Time
This controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the
SDRAM. Configuration options: [3T] [2T]
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SDRAM Cycle Time tRAS [7T]
This feature controls the number of SDRAM clocks used for SDRAM
parameters Tras and Trc. Tras specifies the minimum clocks required
between active command and precharge command. Trc specifies the
minimum clocks required between active command and re-active com-
mand. Configuration options: [5T, 7T] [6T, 8T]
SDRAM MA/CMD Leadoff Timing [Fast]
Configuration options: [Fast] [Normal]
SDRAM Short-Latency Mode [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
System Acceleration Mode [Disabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Graphics Aperture Size [128MB]
This feature allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP
graphic data. Configuration options: [1MB] [2MB] [4MB] [8MB] [16MB]
[32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB]
AGP Capability [4X Mode]
Configuration options: [1X] [2X] [4X]
AGP Fast Write [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Video Memory Cache Mode [UC]
USWC (uncacheable, speculative write combining) is a new cache tech-
nology for the video memory of the processor. It can greatly improve the
display speed by caching the display data. You must set this to UC
(uncacheable) if your display card cannot support this feature; otherwise
your system may not boot. Configuration options: [UC] [USWC]
Memory Hole At 15M-16M [Disabled]
This field allows you to reserve an address space for ISA devices that re-
quire it. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCI 2.1 Latency Compliant [Enabled]
This function allows you to enable or disable PCI 2.1 features including
passive release and delayed transaction. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Delay Transaction [Disabled]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Onboard PCI IDE [Both]
You can select to enable the primary IDE channel, secondary IDE channel,
both, or disable both channels. Configuration options: [Both] [Primary]
[Secondary] [Disabled]
Onboard PCI Audio [Enabled]
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration
Onboard FDC Swap A & B [No Swap]
This field allows you to reverse the hardware drive letter assignments of
your floppy disk drives. Configuration options: [No Swap] [Swap AB]
Floppy Disk Access Control [R/W]
When set to [Read Only], this field protects files from being copied to
floppy disks by allowing reads from the floppy disk drive but not writes.
The setup default [R/W] allows both reads and writes. Configuration op-
tions: [R/W] [Read Only]
Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8H/IRQ4]
Onboard Serial Port 2 [2F8H/IRQ3]
These fields allow you to set the addresses for the onboard serial connec-
tors. Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2 must have different addresses. Con-
figuration options: [3F8H/IRQ4] [2F8H/IRQ3] [3E8H/IRQ4] [2E8H/
IRQ10] [Disabled]
Onboard IR Port [Disabled]
When enabled, this field activates the onboard standard infrared feature
and sets the second serial UART to support the infrared module connector
on the motherboard. If your system already has a second serial port con-
nected to the onboard COM2 connector, it will no longer work if you en-
able the infrared feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Onboard Parallel Port [378H/IRQ7]
This field sets the address of the onboard parallel port connector. If you
disable this feature, Parallel Port Mode and ECP DMA Select configura-
tions will not be available. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378H/IRQ7]
[278H/IRQ5]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]
This field allows you to set the operation mode of the parallel port. [Nor-
mal] allows normal-speed operation but in one direction only; [EPP] al-
lows bidirectional parallel port operation; [ECP] allows the parallel port to
operate in bidirectional DMA mode; [ECP+EPP] allows normal speed op-
eration in a two-way mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [EPP] [ECP]
[ECP+EPP]
ECP DMA Select [3]
This field allows you to configure the parallel port DMA channel for the
selected ECP mode. This selection is available only if you select [ECP] or
[ECP+EPP] in Parallel Port Mode above. Configuration options: [1] [3]
Onboard AC97 Modem Controller [Auto]
[Auto] allows the BIOS to detect whether you are using any modem
device. If a modem/audio device is detected, the onboard modem
controller is enabled; if no audio device is detected, the controller is
disabled. If there are conflicts with the onboard modem controller, set the
appropriate field to [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
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4.4.3 PCI Configuration
Slot 1, Slot 2, Slot 3, Slot 4, Slot 5 IRQ [Auto]
These fields set how IRQ use is determined for each PCI slot. The default
setting for each field is [Auto], which utilizes auto-routing to determine
IRQ use. Configuration options: [Auto] [NA] [3] [4] [5] [7] [9] [10] [11]
[12] [14] [15]
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop [Disabled]
Some nonstandard VGAcards, such as graphics accelerators or MPEG video
cards, may not show colors properly. The setting [Enabled] should correct
this problem. Otherwise, leave this on the default setting of [Disabled].
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
PCI Latency Timer [32]
Leave on default setting for best performance vs. stability.
SYMBIOS SCSI BIOS [Auto]
[Auto] allows the motherboard’s BIOS to detect whether you have a Symbios
SCSI controller. If the Symbios SCSI controller is detected, the
motherboard’s Symbios BIOS will be enabled; if no Symbios SCSI control-
ler is detected, the onboard Symbios SCSI BIOS will be disabled.
[Disabled] will disable the motherboard’s Symbios SCSI BIOS so that the
BIOS on an add-on Symbios SCSI card can be used. If your Symbios SCSI
card does not have a BIOS, the Symbios SCSI card will not function. Con-
figuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
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USB Function [Both]
This motherboard supports Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. Set to
[Both] to activate all USB ports, 0, 1 and 2. Set to [Primary] to select only
ports 0 and 1. Configuration options: [Both] [Primary] [Disabled]
Primary VGA BIOS Sequence [PCI VGA Card]
If your computer has both PCI and AGP VGA controllers, this field allows
you to select which of the controllers will act as your primary graphics
controller. The default, [PCI/AGP], allows your PCI controller to take pre-
cedent when detected. [AGP/PCI] uses the AGP controller as your primary
controller. Configuration options: [PCI VGA Card] [AGP VGA Card]
PCI IRQ Resource Exclusion
IRQ XX Reserved [No]
These fields indicate whether or not the displayed IRQ for each field is
being used by a specified device. The default value indicates that the dis-
played IRQ is not used. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
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4.5 Power Menu
The Power menu allows you to reduce power consumption. This feature turns off the
video display and shuts down the hard disk after a period of inactivity.
Power Management [User Define]
This option must be enabled to use any of the automatic power saving features. If
this menu item is set to [Disabled], power management features will not function
regardless of other field settings on this menu. The [User Define] option allows
you to make your own selections in the Power menu. When set to [Max Saving],
system power will be conserved to its greatest amount. The Suspend Mode
field will then be set to predefined value that ensures maximum power
savings.
This field acts as the master control for the power management modes. [Max Sav-
ing] puts the system into power saving mode after a brief period of system inactiv-
ity; [Min Saving] is almost the same as [Max Saving] except that the system inac-
tivity period is longer; [Disabled] disables the power saving features; [User De-
fine] allows you to set power saving options according to your preference. Con-
figuration options: [User Define] [Disabled] [Min Saving] [Max Saving]
IMPORTANT:Advanced Power Management (APM) should be installed to keep
the system time updated when the computer enters suspend mode activated by
the BIOS Power Management. For DOS environments, you need to add the
statement, DEVICE=C:\DOS\POWER.EXE, to your CONFIG.SYS file. For
Windows 3.x and Windows 95, you need to install Windows with the APM
feature. For Windows 98 and later, APM is automatically installed. A battery
and power cord icon labeled “Power Management” will appear in the “Control
Panel.” Choose “Advanced” in the Power Management Properties dialog box.
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Video Off Option [Suspend -> Off ]
This field determines when to activate the video off feature for monitor
power management. Configuration options: [Always On] [Suspend -> Off]
Video Off Method [DPMS OFF]
This field defines the video off features. The DPMS (Display Power Man-
agement System) feature allows the BIOS to control the video display card if
it supports the DPMS feature. [Blank Screen] only blanks the screen (use
this for monitors without power management or “green” features. If set up in
your system, your screen saver will not display with [Blank Screen] selected).
[V/H SYNC+Blank] blanks the screen and turns off vertical and horizontal
scanning. Configuration options: [Blank Screen] [V/H SYNC+Blank] [DPMS
Standby] [DPMS Suspend] [DPMS OFF] [DPMS Reduce ON]
HDD Power Down [Disabled]
This feature shuts down any IDE hard disk drives in the system after a
period of inactivity as set in this user-configurable field. This feature
does not affect SCSI hard drives. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1
Min] [2 Min] [3 Min]...[15 Min]
Suspend Mode [Disabled]
Sets the time period before the system goes into suspend mode. NOTE:
This field is effective for DOS, Windows 9x, and Windows NT 4.0 envi-
ronments. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1~2 Min] [2~3 Min]...[1
Hour]
PWR Button < 4 Secs [Soft Off]
When set to [Soft off], the ATX switch can be used as a normal system
power-off button when pressed for less than 4 seconds. [Suspend] allows
the button to have a dual function where pressing less than 4 seconds will
place the system in sleep mode. Regardless of the setting, holding the ATX
switch for more than 4 seconds will power off the system. Configuration
options: [Soft off] [Suspend]
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4.5.1 Power Up Control
AC PWR Loss Restart [Previous State]
This allows you to set whether you want your system to reboot after the
power has been interrupted. [Disabled] leaves your system off and [En-
abled] reboots your system. [Previous State] sets your system back to the
state it is before the power interruption. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled] [Previous State]
Wake/Power Up On Ext. Modem [Disabled]
This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the
computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is
in Soft-off mode. NOTE: The computer cannot receive or transmit data
until the computer and applications are fully running. Thus connection can-
not be made on the first try. Turning an external modem off and then back
on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that will also
cause the system to power on. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power Up On PCI Card [Disabled]
Wake-On-LAN/PCI Modem allows your computer to be booted from an-
other computer via a network by sending a wake-up frame or signal. Con-
figuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
IMPORTANT:This feature requires an optional network interface card with Wake-
On-LAN and an ATX power supply with at least 720mA +5V standby power.
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Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Space Bar]
Set this field to [Space Bar] if you wish to use your PS2 keyboard to power
up your computer. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can
supply at least 300mAon the +5VSB lead. The computer will not power on
without the correct power supply. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space
Bar]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Set this field to [Enabled] if you wish to use your PS2 keyboard, PS2 mouse,
or consumer IR device to power up your computer. This feature requires an
ATX power supply that can supply at least 300mA on the +5VSB lead.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Automatic Power Up [Disabled]
This allows an unattended or automatic system power up. You may config-
ure your system to power up at a certain time of the day by selecting [Ev-
eryday] or at a certain time and day by selecting [By Date]. NOTE: Auto-
matic Power Up will not work if the system is powered down by operating
systems, such as Windows 98, which have ACPI support enabled. Con-
figuration options: [Disabled] [Everyday] [By Date]
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4.5.2 Hardware Monitor
MB Temperature [xxxC/xxxF]
CPU Temperature [xxxC/xxxF]
The onboard hardware monitor is able to detect the MB (motherboard) and
CPU temperatures. Set to [Ignore] only if necessary.
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]
Power Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]
The onboard hardware monitor is able to detect the CPU, power supply,
and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). The presence of the
fans is automatically detected. Set to [Ignore] only if necessary.
VCORE1 Voltage, +3.3V Voltage, +5V Voltage, +12V Voltage, -12V
Voltage, -5V Voltage [xx.xV]
The onboard hardware monitor is able to detect the voltage output by the
onboard voltage regulators. Set to [Ignore] only if necessary.
NOTE: If any of the monitored items is out of range, an error message will
appear: “Hardware Monitor found an error. Enter Power setup menu for
details”. You will then be prompted to “Press F1 to continue, DEL to enter
SETUP”.
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4.6 Boot Menu
Boot Sequence
The Boot menu allows you to select among the four possible types of boot
devices listed using the up and down arrow keys. By using the <+> or <Space>
key, you can promote devices and by using the <-> key, you can demote
devices. Promotion or demotion of devices alters the priority which the sys-
tem uses to search for a boot device on system power up. Configuration
fields include Removable Devices, IDE Hard Drive, ATAPI CD-ROM,
and Other Boot Device.
Removable Device [Legacy Floppy]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Legacy Floppy] [LS120] [ZIP-100]
[ATAPI MO]
IDE Hard Drive
This field allows you to select which IDE hard disk drive to use in the boot
sequence. Pressing [Enter] will show the product IDs of all connected IDE
hard disk drives.
ATAPI CD-ROM
This field allows you to select which ATAPI CD-ROM drive to use in the
boot sequence. Pressing [Enter] will show the product IDs of all your con-
nected ATAPI CD-ROM drives.
Other Boot Device Select [INT18 Device (Network)]
Configuration options: [Disabled] [SCSI Boot Device] [INT18 Device (Net-
work)] [LANDesk (R) Service Agent]
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Plug & Play O/S [No]
This field allows you to use a Plug-and-Play (PnP) operating system to
configure the PCI bus slots instead of using the BIOS. When [Yes] is se-
lected, interrupts may be reassigned by the OS. When a non-PnP OS is
installed or you want to prevent reassigning of interrupt settings, select the
default setting of [No]. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
Reset Configuration Data [No]
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
Boot Virus Detection [Enabled]
This field allows you to set boot virus detection, ensuring a virus-free boot
sector. The system halts and displays a warning message when it detects a
virus. If this occurs, you can either allow the operation to continue or use a
virus-free bootable floppy disk to restart and investigate your system. Con-
figuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Quick Power On Self Test [Enabled]
This field speeds up the Power-On-Self Test (POST) routine by skipping
retesting a second, third, and fourth time. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Boot Up Floppy Seek [Enabled]
When enabled, the BIOS will seek the floppy disk drive to determine
whether the drive has 40 or 80 tracks. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
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4.7 Exit Menu
Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup pro-
gram, you should save your changes and exit Setup. Select Exit from the menu bar to
display the following menu:
NOTE: Pressing <Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the
options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit this menu.
Exit Saving Changes
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the
Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.
The CMOS RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on
even when the PC is turned off. Once this option is selected, a confirma-
tion is asked. Select [Yes] to save changes and exit.
NOTE: If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your
changes, the program will prompt you with a message asking if you want
to save your changes before exiting. Pressing <Enter> will then save changes
while exiting.
Exit Discarding Changes
This option should only be used if you do not want to save the changes you
have made to the Setup program. If you have made changes to fields other
than system date, system time, and password, the system will ask for con-
firmation before exiting.
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Load Setup Defaults
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters
on the Setup menus. When this option is selected or if <F5> is pressed, a
confirmation is requested. Select [Yes] to load default values. You can now
select Exit Saving Changes or make other changes before saving the val-
ues to the non-volatile RAM.
Discard Changes
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the
values you previously saved. After selecting this option, a confirmation is
requested. Select [Yes] to discard any changes and load the previously saved
values.
Save Changes
This option saves your selections without exiting the Setup program. You
can then return to other menus and make changes. After selecting this op-
tion, all selections are saved and a confirmation is requested. Select [Yes]
to save any changes to the non-volatile RAM.
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5.1 Install Operating System
You should always use the latest operating system and updates when using new
hardware to ensure full compliancy. You may use any version of Windows 98/2000/
Millenium, but for Windows 95, you must use OSR 2.0 or later. For Windows NT
4.0, you must use Service Pack 3.0 or later.
5.2 Start Windows
When you start Windows 98 for the first time after installing your motherboard,
Windows will detect all plug-and play devices. Follow theAdd New Hardware Wiz-
ard to install all necessary device drivers. When prompted to restart, select No and
then follow the setup procedures in this section.
NOTE: Because there are various motherboard settings, options, and expansion
cards, the following can only be used as a general reference and may not reflect
exactly the screen contents displayed on your screen.
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5.3 A7A266-E Motherboard Support CD
NOTE: The support CD contents are subject to change at any time without notice.
To begin using your support CD disc, just insert it into your CD-ROM drive and the
support CD installation menu should appear. If the menu does not appear, double-
click or run D:\ASSETUP.EXE (assuming that your CD-ROM drive is drive D:).
5.3.1 Installation Menu
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ALi™ Integrated Driver: Installs ALi chipset AGP Driver.
C-Media™ PCI Audio Driver Application: Installs C-Media Audio drivers.
ASUS PC Probe™ Vx.xx: Installs a smart utility to monitor your computer’s fan,
temperature, and voltages.
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ASUS Update™ Vx.xx: Installs ASUS\Update to help you update your BIOS or
download BIOS image file from the Internet. Install Network Card and TCP/IP
network driver first, or the ASUS Update cannot function.
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Microsoft™ Direct X 8.0 Driver: Installs Microsoft.
PC-CILLIN 2000™: Installs the PC-Cillin anit-virus software application.
ADOBE™ Acrobat ReaderVx.xx: Installs theAdobeAcrobat Reader software neces-
sary to view user’s manuals saved in PDF format. Updated or other language versions of
this motherboard's manual is available in PDF format at any of our web sites.
Install Cyberlink™ Video andAudioApplications: Installs Cyberlink PowerPlayer
SE and Cyberlink VideoLive Mail.
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ASUS™ Screen Saver: Installs the ASUS Screen Saver.
E-Color 3Deep™: Installs the 3Deep™ internet color tuner application.
(TO SEE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS, CLICK RIGHT ARROW ON THE LOWER-RIGHT CORNER OF THE
MAIN MENU)
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Show Motherboard Information: Allows you to view information about your
motherboard, such as product name, BIOS version, and CPU.
Browse Support CD: Allows you to view the contents of the CD.
ReadMe: Allows you to view the support CD file list and contact information.
Exit: Exits the CD installation menu.
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(TO RETURN TO THE MAIN MENU, CLICK LEFTARROW ON THE LOWER-RIGHT CORNER OF THE
SECONDARY MENU)
Additonal CD Content: Flash BIOS writer can be found in the AFLASH folder.
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6.1 ASUS PC Probe
ASUS PC Probe is a convenient utility to continuously monitor your com-
puter system’s vital components, such as fan rotations, voltages, and tem-
peratures. It also has a utility that lets you review useful information about
your computer, such as hard disk space, memory usage, and CPU type, CPU
speed, and internal/external frequencies through the DMI Explorer.
6.1.1 Starting ASUS PC Probe
WhenASUS PC Probe starts, a splash screen appears allowing you to select
whether to show the screen again when you open PC Probe or not. To by-
pass this startup screen, clear the Show up in next execution check box.
To open ASUS PC Probe, click the Windows Start button, point to Pro-
grams, and then ASUS Utility, and then click Probe Vx.xx.
The PC Probe icon
will appear on the taskbar’s system tray indicating
that ASUS PC Probe is running. Clicking the icon will allow you to see the
status of your PC.
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6.1.2 Using ASUS PC Probe
Monitoring
Monitor Summary
Shows a summary of the items being
monitored.
Temperature Monitor
Shows the PC’s temperature (for
supported processors only).
Temperature Warning
threshold adjustment
(Move the slider up to increase the
threshold level or down to decrease
the threshold level)
Fan Monitor
Shows the PC’s fan rotation.
Fan Warning
threshold adjustment
(Move the slider up to increase the
threshold level or down to decrease
the threshold level)
Voltage Monitor
Shows the PC’s voltages.
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Settings
Lets you set threshold levels and poll-
ing intervals or refresh times of the PC’s
temperature, fan rotation, and voltages.
CPU Cooling System Setup
Lets you select when to enable software CPU
cooling. When When CPU Overheated is selected,
the CPU cooling system is enabled whenever the
CPU temperature reaches the threshold value.
History
Lets you record the monitoring activ-
ity of a certain component of your PC
for future reference.
Fan Control
Lets you enable/disable Smart Fan
Control. Smart Fan Control adjusts the
fan speed automatically based on the
current CPU temperature and pre-
defined threshold.
NOTE: This feature is not available on
ASUS Probe version 2.12.01/2.12.02
Information
Hard Drives
Shows the used and free space of the
PC’s hard disk drives and the file allo-
cation table or file system used.
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Memory
Shows the PC’s memory load, memory
usage, and paging file usage.
Device Summary
Shows a summary of devices in your PC.
DMI Explorer
Shows information pertinent to the PC,
such as CPU type, CPU speed, and in-
ternal/external frequencies, and memory
size.
Utility
Lets you run programs outside of the
ASUS Probe modules. To run a program,
click Execute Program. NOTE: This
feature is currently unavailable.
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6.1.3 ASUS PC Probe Task Bar Icon
Right clicking the PC Probe
icon will bring up a menu to
open or exit ASUS PC Probe
and pause or resume all sys-
tem monitoring.
When the ASUS PC Probe
senses a problem with your
PC, portions of the ASUS PC
Probe icon changes to red, the
PC speaker beeps, and the
ASUS PC Probe monitor is dis-
played.
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6.2 CyberLink PowerPlayer SE
CyberLink PowerPlayer SE is an intelligent software player that can automatically
detect and playback all kinds of video/audio files, CD and MP3 files as well. This is
the only software you need for all types of video and audio files. No need to waste
time identifying your file types.
6.2.1 Starting CyberLink PowerPlayer SE
To start CyberLink Power Player, click the Windows Start button, point
to Programs, and then CyberLink PowerPlayer SE, and then click
PowerPlayer.
6.2.2 CyberLink PowerPlayer Control Panel
Minimize
Zoom
Eject
Help
About
Power Off
Stop
Backward Scan
Forward Scan
Step Frame
Backstep Frame
Previous
Next
Play
Stop
Configuration
i-Power!
Increase Volume
CD Mode
Shuffle
Mute
Decrease Volume
Karaoke
Next angle Next audio stream Next subtitle
Add bookmark
Capture frame
Go-Up
Repeat
Menu
Go to bookmark
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6.3 CyberLink VideoLive Mail
CyberLink’s VideoLive Mail Plus Ver 3.0 (a.k.a. VLM 3) is a convenient and excel-
lent way to create professional quality video mails from PC video/audio input de-
vices and to send the mails to any recipients via VLM 3’s built-in e-mail system
through the Internet. VLM 3’s mails comprise video, sound, or snapshot informa-
tion; and thus may convey the most profound information to target audiences. It is
very convenient for mail recipients who do not need to install additional software
component in order to view VLM 3 mails.
VLM 3 works as a very applicant sales tool. It efficiently delivers profound and live
product information to your target customers without costing a fortune. VLM 3 also
helps corporate managers easily give vivid speeches and broadcast through corpo-
rate E-mail system. For personal or home users, VLM 3 easily records live video
clips allowing users to send them to friends or family members across the Internet.
VLM 3 loads video messages from PC cameras, digital camcorders, analog camcorder
via video capture cards, or from an existing AVI video clips, and captures audio
messages from PC microphones. Video and audio messages are encoded at a very
high compressed rate in a real-time mode. From data input, data conversion, to
sending video mails via Internet, or saving data to disks, the whole procedure is
done in an easy and continuous process.
VLM 3’s video clip compression rate is up to 1:900, and its playback rate is up to 30
frame per second. VLM 3 provides CIF (352 x 288 pixel) display resolution, and
support true color configuration. A one-minute video mail with QCIF (176 x 144)
resolution takes up less than 500KB of memory, making it easy to transmit and save
mail. Users may always adjust resolution and recording parameters for different
purpose.
VLM 3 supports all the hardware devices that are compliant with Video for Win-
dows standard. Video for Windows is a well-accepted and well-tested standard. Thus,
users do not have to worry about compatibility issues.
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6.3.1 Starting VideoLive Mail
To start VideoLive Mail, click the Windows Start button, point to Programs, and
then CyberLink VideoLive Mail, and then click VideoLive Mail x.x. VLM 3’s
Setup Wizard will start and guide you through configuring the video and audio input
peripherals and to setup the e-mail environment.
1. Setup Wizard first will prompt a dialog to confirm that you want to configure
the hardware and E-mail setting. Click Yes to continue the system parameter
configuration.
2. The e-mail configuration screen appears. You will need to enter your name and
the e-mail address. Click Next to continue.
3. The Internet e-mail configuration screen appears. You may choose to use the
VLM 3 built-in E-mail functionality (SMTP mail), or use MAPI compliant e-
mail system. Consult your ISP or MIS staff for the E-mail server IP address if
you are not sure. Click Next to continue.
4. Then the Video Configuration screen shows up. You may have to specify the
video driver for VLM 3, if there are several video-input devices installed. Then
configure the number of video frames to be captured per second. Note that the
more frames you choose, the bigger the file size will be. Click Next to continue.
5. Then the Setup Wizard will then search for the GSM CODECS module for au-
dio compression, and prompt you with the result. Click Next to continue.
6. Setup Wizard then tests the audio volume during playing and recording. Click
Next when ready.
7. Configuration done. Click Finish to complete the environmental setting proce-
dure.
6.3.2 CyberLink VideoLive Mail User Interface
Exit
Minimize
Help
Video Mail Wizard
Start Playback
Save Video File
Snapshot to File
Stop Recording / Playback
Start Recording
Pause
Send Mail
Video Configuration
Load Video File
Send Mail
Increase MIC volume
Decrease MIC volume
Increase speaker volume
Decrease speaker volume
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6.4 ASUS Live Update
ASUS LiveUpdate is a utility that allows you to update your motherboard’s
BIOS and drivers. The use of this utility requires that you are properly con-
nected to the Internet through an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
1. Start ASUS Update
Launch the utility from your Windows Start
menu:Programs/AsusUpdate
2. Select an update method.
3. If you selected updating/downloading
from the Internet, you will need to select
an Internet site. Choose the site that is
closest to you or click Auto Select.
4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS
version that you wish to download. Click
Next.
5. Follow the instructions on the succeed-
ing screens to complete the update
process. If you selected the option to
update the BIOS from a file, a window
pops up prompting you to locate the file.
Select the file, click Save, then follow the
screen instructions to complete the update
process.
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6.5 Multi-Channel Audio Feature Setup
The C-Media PCI Audio Driver and Applications are located on the
Support CD. Installing the programs enables the multi-channel audio
feature. Note: You must use 4 or 6 channel speakers for this setup.
6.5.1 The C-Media Audio Mixer
1. The C-Media Mixer
Icon appears on the
bottom right of the screen, or the Mixer
may be turned on from the PCI Audio
Applications & Audio Rack groups on the
Main Program menu using the Windows Start button:
Click on the icon to display the C-Media Audio Mixer:
2. The Advanced button activates the
Speaker, Volume, Sound Effects and
Options menus. The Speaker menu
offers various configurations for your
speaker system. This menu enables the
Line-In and Mic-In audio jacks on the
back panel to setup additional speakers
for 4 and 6-Channel Audio.
6.5.2 The C-Media Audio Demo Program
1. The Audio Demo program offers an easy way to test and tune your new
speaker system. Activate the
Multi-Channel Audio Demo
program from the PCI Audio
Applications group on the
Main Program menu using the
Windows Start button:
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2. The PCI Multi-Channel Audio Demo has several Demos to help fine
tune your PC speaker system. The Help menu features several pages of
instructions and hardware diagrams
to help configure and test the
system. To activate the Speaker
Channel Configuration Menu,
point your mouse arrow and click on
the TV box.
3. The Speaker Channel Configuration
Menu displays all the options
available to help tune the multi-
channel audio system even more
precisely.
6.5.3 Connector Configuration
The chart below displays the configurations for
the line connectors on the yellow MIDI/Game/
Audio connector port located on the
back panel. The three female connectors are
available for use in the 6-Channel audio
system.
Line Out Line In Mic
Connector Settings and Functions
Headphone/
2-Speaker
4-Speaker
6-Speaker
Lime
Line Out/
Front Spkr Out Front Spkr Out
Line Out/
Line Out/
Front Spkr Out
Light Blue
Pink
Line In
Mic In
Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Mic In
Center Speaker Out,
Sub-woofer
Note: See 6 in Section 3, Motherboard settings for the Bass/Center Jumper
settings to fine tune the output signals.
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7.1 Glossary
1394
1394 is the IEEE designation for a high performance serial bus tht offers data transfers at 100/
200/400 Mbps. This serial bus defines both a back plane physical layer and a point-to-point
cable-connected virtual bus. The primary application of the cable version is the integration of
I/O connectivity at the back panel of personal computers using a low-cost, scalable, high-
speed serial interface. The 1394 standard also provides new services such as live connect/
disconnect capability for external devices including disk drives, printers and hand-held pe-
ripherals such as scanners and cameras. This is a new standard to complement the slower
USB interface and to compete with the more expensive SCSI interface.
AC97 (Audio Codec '97)
AC '97 is the next step in enabling PCs with audio quality comparable to consumer electron-
ics devices. The specification defines new cost-effective options to help integrate the compo-
nents necessary to support next-generation auto-intensive PC applications such as DVD, 3-D
multiplayer gaming and interactive music. The specification also defines new extensions sup-
porting modem and docking to help both desktop and mobile manufacturers adopt these new
technologies more quickly and cost-effectively. This specification uses software emulation to
compete with the PCI SoundBlaster specification.
ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface)
The ACPI specification defines a cross-platform interface designed to support many operat-
ing systems. ACPI defines a flexible and abstract hardware interface that provides a standard
way to integrate power management features throughout a PC system, including hardware,
operating system and application software. This enables the system to automatically turn ON
and OFF peripherals such as CD-ROMs, network cards, hard disk drives, and printers, as well
as consumer devices connected to the PC such as VCRs, TVs, phones, and stereos. With this
technology, peripherals will also be able to activate the PC. For example, inserting a tape into
a VCR can turn on the PC, which could then activate a large-screen TV and high-fidelity
sound system.
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port)
An interface specification that enables high-performance 3D graphics on mainstream PCs.
AGP was designed to offer the necessary bandwidth and latency to perform texture mapping
directly from system memory.
Bus
Bus Frequency
Bandwidth
Data Transfer Rate
PCI
33MHz
66MHz
66MHz
66MHz
33MHz
66MHz
133MHz
266MHz
133MByte/sec
266MByte/sec
512MByte/sec
1024MByte/sec
AGP 1X
AGP 2X
AGP 4X
Backup. A copy of a file, directory, or volume on a separate storage device from the original.
This copy is for the purpose of data retrieval in case the original is accidentally erased, dam-
aged, or destroyed.
BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)
BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer com-
ponents, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into
the computer’s read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through
the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new
BIOS file into the EEPROM.
Bit (Binary Digit)
Represents the smallest unit of data used by the computer. A bit can have one of two values:
0 or 1.
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Boot
Boot means to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory. When
the manual instructs you to “boot” your system (or computer), it means to turn ON your
computer. “Reboot” means to restart your computer. When using Windows 95 or later, select-
ing “Restart” from “Start | Shut Down...” will reboot your computer.
Bus Master IDE
PIO (Programmable I/O) IDE requires that the CPU be involved in IDE access and waiting
for mechanical events. Bus master IDE transfers data to/from the memory without interrupt-
ing the CPU. Bus master IDE driver and bus master IDE hard disk drives are required to
support bus master IDE mode.
Byte (Binary Term)
One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. Abyte is used to represent a single alphanumeric
character, punctuation mark, or other symbol.
Cache Memory. A type of RAM that allows a faster from the CPU than a regular RAM. The
cache memory eliminates the CPU wait state. When the CPU reads data from the main memory,
a copy of this data is stored in the cache memory. The next time the same address, the data is
transferred from the cache memory instead of from the main memory.
CODEC (Compressor/Decompressor). A software component that translates video or au-
dio between its uncompressed form and the compressed form in which it is stored.
COM Port
COM is a logical device name used by to designate the computer serial ports. Pointing de-
vices, modems, and infrared modules can be connected to COM ports. Each COM port is
configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment.
Concurrent PCI
Concurrent PCI maximizes system performance with simultaneous CPU, PCI and ISA bus
activities. It includes multi-transaction timing, enhanced write performance, a passive release
mechanism and support for PCI 2.1 compliant delayed transactions. Concurrent PCI provides
increased bandwidth, reduced system latencies, improves video and audio performance, and
improves processing of host based applications.
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
The CPU, sometimes called “Processor,” actually functions as the “brain” of the computer. It
interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored in memory. Currently,
there are socket 370 (for Pentium III FC-PGA and Celeron-PPGA), socket 7 (for Pentium,
AMD, Cyrix, IBM), slot 1 (for Pentium II and III), slot 2 (for Xeon), and slot A (for AMD)
processors.
Device Driver
A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer’s operating system to
communicate with devices such as VGA, audio, printer, or modem.
DOS (Disk Operating System)
DOS is the foundation on which all other programs and software applications operate, includ-
ing Windows. DOS is responsible for allocating system resources such as memory, CPU
time, disk space, and access to peripheral devices. For this reason, DOS constitutes the basic
interface between you and your computer.
DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory)
A type of RAM that requires refresh cycles to prevent the loss of the data stored in it.
There are several different types of DRAM such as, EDO DRAM (Extended Data Output
DRAM), SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM), and RDRAM (Rambus DRAM) and DDR DRAM,
(Double-Data Rate DRAM).
Flash ROM
non-volatile memory device that retains its data even when power is removed. This device is
similar to EPROM, but unlike EPROM which can be erased only using an ultra-violet light,
flash ROM can be electrically erased. Flash ROM is normally used for system BIOS, which
initiates hardware devices and sets up necessary parameters for the OS. Since the flash ROM
contents can be modified, users can easily update the BIOS..
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IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)
IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself, eliminating the
need for a separate adapter card (in the case for SCSI devices). UltraDMA/33 IDE devices
can achieve up to 33MB/Sec transfer.
I/O (Input/Output)
The data transfers from the input devices like a keyboard, mouse, or scanner, to the output
devices like a printer or the monitor screen.
I/O Address
The specific memory location for a particular device. Two devices cannot share the same I/O
address space.
IrDA (Infrared Data Association)
An internaltional organization that creates and promotes inter-operable, low cost, infrared
data interconnection standards that support a walk-up, point-to-point model. The IrDA proto-
col is designed to support transmission of data between two devices over short-range point-
to-point infrared at speeds between 9.6Kbps and 4Mbps.
ISP (Internet Service Provider)
A company that provides customer access to the Internet and the World Wide Web for a fee.
The ISP also provides Internet utilities and services like e-mail, newsgroup, weather reports,
and a host of others. The user can connect to the ISP using a modem installed in the computer
and connected to a phone line.
LPT Port (Line Printer Port)
Logical device name reserved by DOS for the computer parallel ports. Each LPT port is
configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment.
MMX
A set of 57 new instructions designed to accelerate multimedia and communications applica-
tions, such as 3D video, 3D sound, video conference.
Modem
A device that allows a computer to talk to another computer through the phone system.
Network
An interconnected computer system linked by telephone wires, or other means.
OnNow
The OnNow design initiative is a comprehensive, system-wide approach to system and de-
vice power control. OnNow is a term for PC that is always ON but appears OFF and responds
immediately to user or other requests. The OnNow design initiative involves changes that
will occur in the Microsoft Windows operating system, device drivers, hardware, and appli-
cations, and also relies on the changes defined in the Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) specification.
PC100/133
This is an industry-standard designation for memory capacity as a measure of the speed of the
memory bus. New platform requirements ensure that memory does not become a bottleneck
to system performance.
PCI Bus (Peripheral Component Interconnect Local Bus)
PCI bus is a standard specification that defines a 32-bit data bus interface.
PCI Bus Master
The PCI Bus Master can perform data transfer without local CPU help and the CPU can be
treated as one of the Bus Masters. PCI 2.1 supports concurrent PCI operation to allow the
local CPU and bus master to work simultaneously.
POST (Power On Self Test)
Powering on the computer initiates the POST, a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests.
The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the
diskette drive, and other I/O devices
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PS/2 Port
PS/2 ports are based on IBM Micro Channel Architecture. This type of architecture transfers
data through a 16-bit or 32-bit bus. A PS/2 mouse and/or keyboard may be used on ATX
motherboards.
RDRAM (Rambus DRAM)
Developed by Rambus, Inc., this type of memory can deliver up to 1.6GB of data per second.
RDRAM is the first interface standard that can be directly implemented on high performance
VLSI components such as, CMOS DRAMs, memory controllers, and graphics/video ICs.
RAM (RandomAccess Memory). The computer’s primary storage area used to write, store,
and retrieve information and program instructions which are passed to the CPU for process-
ing. The information in RAM can be repeatedly re-written with new data. Compared to other
storage media like magnetic tape, floppy disk, and hard disk, RAM has an extraordinarily fast
access rate. RAM, however, is volatile, which means that the data stored in it are lost when
the system power is turned off, or if power glitches occur. See also DRAM and SDRAM.
ROM (Read Only Memory)
ROM is nonvolatile memory used to store permanent programs (called firmware) used in
certain computer components. Flash ROM (or EEPROM) can be reprogrammed with new
programs (or BIOS).
SCSI (Small Computer System Interface)
High speed multi-threaded I/O interface defined by the X3T9.2 committee of the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI) for connecting many peripheral devices. The standard
started from 10MBytes/sec to 160MBytes/sec available today.
SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM)
A type of DRAM with access signals that are synchronized with the CPU clock, eliminating
the delay associated with data transfers between the CPU and memory. SDRAM takes memory
access away from the CPU control; internal registers in the memory accept the request, and
lets the CPU do something else while the data requested is assembled for the next time the
CPU talks to the memory.
SPD for SDRAM module
Serial Presence Detect (SPD) is most like an ID detect for SDRAM module, it using a EE-
PROM component on DIMM module for storing module configuration information inside.
The Serial Presence Detect function is implemented using a 2048 bit EEPROM component.
This nonvolatile storage device contains data programmed by the DIMM manufacturer that
identifies the module type and various SDRAM organization and timing parameters.
System Disk
A system disk contains the core file of an operating system that boots up the operating system.
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol). The communications proto-
col used by the UNIX system and the Internet. TCP checks for lost packets, puts the data from
multiple packets into the correct order, and requests that missing or damaged packets be
resent.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
A 4-pin serial cable bus that allows up to 127 plug and play computer peripherals such as
keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer, modem, and monitor to share a bandwidth through
a host scheduled token based protocol. This allows attaching or detaching while the host and
other peripherals are in operation. Supports synchronous and asynchronous transfer types
over the same set of wires up to 12Mbit/sec. USB 2.0 provides twice the transfer rate com-
pared to USB 1.0 and competes with the 1394 standard.
Wake-On-LAN
Computer will automatically wake-up upon receiving a wake-up packet through a Network
interface when it is under power soft-off, suspend or sleep mode.
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USB 34
Wake-On-LAN 39
Wake-On-Ring 39
A
AC PWR Loss Restart 67
ASUS PC Probe
Using 77
ASUS Update
Using 85
CyberLink
PowerPlayer SE 87
VideoLive Mail 87
CyberLink PowerPlayer SE
Using 87
ATAPI CD-ROM 70
ATX Power Supply Connector 38
Audio Port Connectors 31
Automatic Power Up 68
CyberLink VideoLive Mail
Using 87
Cylinders 56
D
B
Discard Changes 77
BIOS
Beep Code 41
BIOS Beep Codes 41
Boot Sequence 70
E
ECP DMA Select 66
Boot Up Floppy Seek 71
Boot Up NumLock Status 54
Boot Virus Detection 71
Exit Discarding Changes 76
Exit Saving Changes 76
Expansion Cards
Assigning IRQs 29
C
F
C-Media Audio Setup 86
Central Processing Unit 25
Chassis Intrusion Lead 33
CHS Capacity 53
Floppy 3 Mode Support 54
Floppy Disk Access Control 65
Floppy Disk Drive Connector 35
Connectors
G
ATX Power Supply 38
Audio Port 31
External 29
Graphics Window Size 64
Floppy Disk Drive 31
Joystick 31
Keyboard 29
H
Halt On 59
Hardware Setup
CPU Installation 27
Memory Installation 26
HDD Power Down 70
Head 57
MIDI 31
Parallel Port 30
Power Supply Thermal Sensor 38
PS/2 Keyboard 29
PS/2 Mouse 29
Serial Port 30
Headers
USB 40
SMBus 36
Thermal Sensor 38
USB 30
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O
IDE Activity LED Lead 42
IDE Hard Drive 74
Installation
CPU 27
Onboard AC97 Modem Controlle 66
Onboard FDC Swap A & B 65
Onboard Serial Port 1 65
Onboard Serial Port 2 65
Installed Memory 59
Interrupts
OS/2 Onboard Memory > 64M 61
Other Boot Device Select 74
Standard Assignments 29
P
J
Parallel Port Connector 34
Parallel Port Mode 66
PCI 2.1 Support 64
PCI Latency Timer 67
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop 67
PIO Mode 57
Plug & Play O/S 75
Ports. See Connectors
Power Fan Speed 73
Power Management 69
Joystick Connector 35
K
Keyboard
Connector 33
Keyboard Connector 33
L
Language 59
Leads
PowerPlayer SE
Using 87
Chassis Intrusion 37
IDE Activity LED 42
Reset Switch 43
System Message LED 43
System Power LED 43
Procedure
CPU Installation 27
Procedure
Updating BIOS 48
PS/2 Keyboard 33
PS/2 Keyboard Connector 33
PS/2 Mouse 33
Legacy Diskette A 54
Legacy Diskette B 54
Load Setup Defaults 77
M
PS/2 Mouse Connector 33
PWR Button < 4 Secs 70
PWR Up On Modem Act 71
Maximum LBA Capacity 57
MB Temperature 73
Q
Memory Installation 26
MIDI Connector 35
Quick Power On Self Test 75
Mouse
Connector 33
R
Mouse Connector 33
Removable Device 74
Reset Switch Lead 43
Multi-Channel Audio 90
Using 90
Multi-Sector Transfers 57
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VGA BIOS Sequence 68
Video Off Method 70
Video Off Option 70
VideoLive Mail 87
Using 87
S
Save Changes 77
SDRAM
RAS Precharge Time 63
SDRAM CAS Latency 63
SDRAM Configuration 63
Sector 57
Serial Port Connectors 34
SMART Monitoring 57
SMBus Connector 40
Starting Up 45
Voltage
+12 73
+3.3 73
+5 73
-12 73
-5 73
VCORE 73
Supervisor Password 59
Suspend Mode 70
Suspend-to-RAM Capability 70
SYMBIOS SCSI BIOS 67
System Date 54
System Message LED Lead 43
System Power LED Lead 43
System Time 54
W
Wake On LAN 71
Wake On PS2 KB/PS2 Mouse/CIR 72
Wake-On-LAN Connector 39
Wake-On-Ring Connector 39
T
Thermal Sensor Connector 44
Translation Method 56
Type 55
U
UART2 Use Standard Infrared 65
Ultra DMA Mode 57
Updating Your BIOS 47
USB Function 68
USB Headers 40
USB Legacy Support 61
USB Ports 34
Using
ASUS PC Probe 81
ASUS Update 89
PowerPlayer SE 87
V
VCORE Voltage 73
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