Asus P5ND2 SE User Manual
P5ND2 SE  
Contents  
Notices................................................................................................ vi  
Safety information ..............................................................................vii  
About this guide.................................................................................viii  
P5ND2 SE specifications summary....................................................... x  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
Welcome!.............................................................................. 1-2  
Package contents ................................................................. 1-2  
Special features.................................................................... 1-3  
1.3.1  
1.3.2  
Product highlights................................................... 1-3  
Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-5  
1.4  
1.5  
Before you proceed .............................................................. 1-6  
Motherboard overview.......................................................... 1-7  
1.5.1  
1.5.2  
1.5.3  
Placement direction ................................................ 1-7  
Screw holes............................................................. 1-7  
Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-8  
1.6  
1.7  
Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 1-9  
1.6.1  
1.6.2  
1.6.3  
Installing the CPU.................................................... 1-9  
Installing the CPU heatsink and fan.......................1-12  
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan...................1-14  
System memory.................................................................. 1-16  
1.7.1  
1.7.2  
1.7.3  
1.7.4  
Overview............................................................... 1-16  
Memory configurations .........................................1-16  
Installing a DIMM ...................................................1-20  
Removing a DIMM..................................................1-20  
1.8  
Expansion slots................................................................... 1-21  
1.8.1  
1.8.2  
1.8.3  
1.8.4  
1.8.5  
1.8.6  
Installing an expansion card..................................1-21  
Configuring an expansion card..............................1-21  
Interrupt assignments...........................................1-22  
PCI slots................................................................ 1-23  
PCI Express x1 slot ...............................................1-23  
PCI Express x16 slot .............................................1-23  
1.9  
Jumpers .............................................................................. 1-24  
1.10 Connectors ......................................................................... 1-26  
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors ..........................................1-26  
1.10.2 Internal connectors...............................................1-27  
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Contents  
Chapter 2: BIOS setup  
2.1  
Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 2-2  
2.1.1  
2.1.2  
2.1.3  
2.1.4  
2.1.5  
2.1.6  
Creating a bootable floppy disk.............................. 2-2  
Updating the BIOS................................................... 2-3  
Saving the current BIOS file.................................... 2-5  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 2-6  
ASUS EZ Flash utility............................................... 2-8  
ASUS Update utility ................................................ 2-9  
2.2  
BIOS setup program............................................................ 2-12  
2.2.1  
2.2.2  
2.2.3  
2.2.4  
2.2.5  
2.2.6  
2.2.7  
2.2.8  
BIOS menu screen.................................................2-13  
Menu bar............................................................... 2-13  
Legend bar............................................................ 2-14  
Menu items ........................................................... 2-14  
Sub-menu items....................................................2-14  
Configuration fields...............................................2-14  
Pop-up window......................................................2-15  
General help..........................................................2-15  
2.3  
Main menu........................................................................... 2-16  
2.3.1  
2.3.2  
2.3.3  
2.3.4  
2.3.5  
2.3.6  
2.3.7  
2.3.8  
System Time ........................................................2-16  
System Date .......................................................2-16  
Legacy Diskette A ..............................................2-16  
Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave .............2-17  
First, Second, Third, Fourth SATA Master ............2-19  
HDD SMART Monitoring.........................................2-20  
Installed Memory...................................................2-20  
Usable Memory......................................................2-20  
2.4  
Advanced menu.................................................................. 2-21  
2.4.1  
2.4.2  
2.4.3  
2.4.4  
2.4.5  
2.4.6  
JumperFree Configuration.....................................2-21  
CPU Configuration.................................................2-26  
Chipset.................................................................. 2-28  
PCIPnP................................................................... 2-30  
Onboard Devices Configuration.............................2-30  
USB Configuration.................................................2-34  
2.5  
Power menu........................................................................ 2-35  
2.5.1  
2.5.2  
ACPI Suspend Type .............................................2-35  
ACPI APIC Support ..............................................2-35  
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Contents  
2.5.3  
APM Configuration ................................................2-36  
2.5.4  
Hardware Monitor..................................................2-38  
2.6  
Boot menu.......................................................................... 2-39  
2.6.1  
2.6.2  
2.6.3  
2.6.4  
Boot Device Priority..............................................2-39  
Removable Drives..................................................2-40  
Boot Settings Configuration ................................2-40  
Security................................................................. 2-42  
2.7  
Exit menu............................................................................ 2-44  
Chapter 3:Software Support  
3.1  
3.2  
Installing an operating system.............................................. 3-2  
Support CD information........................................................ 3-2  
3.2.1 Running the support CD........................................................ 3-2  
3.2.2 Drivers menu......................................................................... 3-3  
3.2.3 Utilities menu........................................................................ 3-4  
3.2.4 Make Disk menu.................................................................... 3-5  
3.2.5 Manuals menu....................................................................... 3-6  
3.2.6 ASUS Contact information.................................................... 3-7  
v
Notices  
Federal Communications Commission Statement  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with  
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will  
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct  
the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
•
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics  
card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes  
or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party  
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate  
this equipment.  
Canadian Department of Communications Statement  
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise  
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference  
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.  
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
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Safety information  
Electrical safety  
•
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from  
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.  
•
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that  
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal  
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the  
existing system before you add a device.  
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•
•
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,  
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.  
Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension  
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.  
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your  
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you  
are using, contact your local power company.  
•
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact  
a qualified service technician or your retailer.  
Operation safety  
•
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully  
read all the manuals that came with the package.  
•
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected  
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,  
contact your dealer immediately.  
•
•
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from  
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.  
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the  
product in any area where it may become wet.  
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•
Place the product on a stable surface.  
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a  
qualified service technician or your retailer.  
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product  
(electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal  
waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.  
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About this guide  
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and  
configuring the motherboard.  
How this guide is organized  
This guide contains the following parts:  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new  
technology it supports.  
•
Chapter 2: BIOS setup  
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS  
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also  
provided.  
•
Chapter 3: Software support  
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes  
with the motherboard package.  
Where to find more information  
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product  
and software updates.  
1. ASUS websites  
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware  
and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.  
2. Optional documentation  
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as  
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These  
documents are not part of the standard package.  
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Conventions used in this guide  
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the  
following symbols used throughout this manual.  
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself  
when trying to complete a task.  
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components  
when trying to complete a task.  
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a  
task.  
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a  
task.  
Typography  
Bold text  
Italics  
Indicates a menu or an item to select.  
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.  
<Key>  
Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than  
sign means that you must press the enclosed  
key.  
Example: <Enter> means that you must press  
the Enter or Return key.  
<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> If you must press two or more keys  
simultaneously, the key names are linked with  
a plus sign (+).  
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del>  
Command  
Means that you must type the command  
exactly as shown, then supply the required  
item or value enclosed in brackets.  
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the  
command line:  
afudos /i[filename]  
afudos /iP5ND2 SE.ROM  
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P5ND2 SE specifications summary  
LGA 775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme/Core™2 Duo  
CPU  
Pentium® D/Pentium® 4/Celeron® D processors  
Supports Intel® EM64T/EIST/Hyper-ThreadingTechnology  
Supports Intel® next generation 65nm Dual Core CPU  
Supports Intel® 05B/05A & 06B CPU  
NVIDIA® Crush19 Ultra  
MCP51  
Chipset  
FSB  
800/533 MHz(for Intel® Core™ 2 processors, up to  
1066MHz)  
Memory  
4 x DIMM sockets support max. 667/533MHz DDR2  
Non-ECC/un-bufferred memory modules  
Supports up to 16GB system memory  
Supports Dual Channel Architecture  
1 x PCI Express x16 slot  
3 x PCI Express x1 slots  
2 x PCI slots  
Expansion slots  
Storage  
NVIDIA® MCP51 built-in chipset supports:  
-2 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33  
-4 x Serial ATA(3Gb/s) supporting RAID 0, RAID1,  
RAID0+1, RAID10, RAID5, and JBOD  
Realtek® Azalia 6-channel audio CODEC AD1986A  
Supports Jack Sensing and Enumeration Technology  
S/PDIF out interface  
Audio  
Integrated Gb LAN controller in the Southbridge with  
Realtek RTL8111B LAN PCI-E  
LAN  
Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports  
USB 2.0  
SFS(Stepless Frequency Selection) from 133MHz up to  
400MHz at 1MHz increment  
ASUS AI Booster, ASUS CPU Multiplier, CPU Lock Free  
vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.0125 V increment  
at most 1.6V  
Overclocking  
features  
2-step Chipset voltage control  
4-step DRAM voltage control  
ASUS Q-Fan  
Other ASUS  
Special features  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2  
ASUS EZ Flash  
ASUS AI Net  
ASUS MyLogo2  
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P5ND2 SE specifications summary  
1 x Parallel  
1 x Serial  
Back Panel I/O  
Ports  
1 x PS/2 Keyboard  
1 x PS/2 Mouse  
1 x Audio I/O  
1 x RJ45  
1 x S/PDIF Out  
4 x USB  
2 x USB connector supports additional 4 USB ports  
CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connectors  
Chassis Intrusion connector  
Internal I/O  
Connnectors  
20-pin color-coded System panel connector  
24-pin ATX Power connector  
4-pin ATX 12V Power connector  
SPDIF-out connector  
AUX/CD audio in  
GAME/MIDI connector  
Front Azalia analog panel audio connector  
4 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,  
SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash,  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS2, ASUS MyLogo2,  
ASUS CPU Multiplier, CPU Lock Free  
BIOS Feature  
WOL/WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE, AI Net, S1, S3,  
S4, S5  
Manageablity  
Support CD  
Drivers  
ASUS AI Booster  
ASUS PC Probe II  
ASUS LiveUpdate  
VCT(Virtual Cable Tester)  
Anti-Virus software  
User’s Manual  
Accessary  
2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable  
1 x 2-port USB cable  
1 x FDD cable  
1 x I/O shield  
2 x SATA Power cables for 1 SATA Devices  
2 x SATA cables  
Yes  
Green ASUS  
Form Factor  
ATX 12” x 8” (30.5cm x 20.3cm)  
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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xii  
This chapter describes the motherboard  
features and the new technologies  
it supports.  
Product  
1
introduction  
ASUS P5ND2 SE  
1-1  
1.1  
Welcome!  
Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5ND2 SE motherboard!  
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies,  
making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!  
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it,  
check the items in your package with the list below.  
1.2  
Package contents  
Check your motherboard package for the following items.  
Motherboard  
I/O module  
Cables  
ASUS P5ND2 SE  
1 x 2-port USB 2.0 module  
2 x Serial ATA cables  
2 x Serial ATA power cables  
1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable  
1 x Floppy disk drive cable  
Accessories  
I/O shield  
Application CD  
Documentation  
ASUS motherboard support CD  
User guide  
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.  
1-2  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.3  
Special features  
1.3.1 Product highlights  
Latest processor technology  
The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array  
(LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® D, Intel® Pentium® 4, and  
Intel® Celeron® processors in the 775-land package. The motherboard  
supports Intel® processors with 1066/800/533 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB).  
The motherboard also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology,  
Intel® Dual-Core Technology and is fully compatible with Intel® 05B/05A and  
06B processors. See page 1-9 for details.  
Intel® CoreTM 2 Processor Support  
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® CoreTM 2 processors in LGA775  
package. With new Intel® Core microarchitecture technology and 1066/800  
MHz FSB, Intel® CoreTM 2 processor is a very powerful and energy efficient CPU.  
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)  
The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages  
the CPU resources by automatically adjusting the CPU voltage and core  
frequency depending on the CPU loading and system speed or power  
requirement.  
Dual-channel DDR2 memory support  
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory for flexible system upgrade and  
to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics,  
multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel architecture allows  
memory bandwidths of up to 8.5 GB/s for DDR2. See page 1-16 for details.  
PCI Express™ interface  
The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect  
technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point  
serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by  
carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible  
with existing PCI specifications. See pages 1-23 for details.  
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CPU Lock Free  
This feature allows you to adjust the CPU multiplier to 14x. Setting the  
appropriate BIOS setting automatically reduces the CPU multiplier value for  
more flexibility when increasing external FSB.  
USB 2.0 technology  
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0  
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the  
12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is  
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 1-25 and 1-30 for details.  
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology  
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA 3 Gb/s technology through  
the Serial ATA interfaces. The Serial ATA 3 Gb/s specification provides  
twice the bandwidth of the current Serial ATA products with a host of  
new features, including Native Command Queueing (NCQ), and Power  
Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm. Serial ATA allows for thinner,  
more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement. See  
page 1-29 for details.  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features  
CrashFree BIOS 2  
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD  
in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates  
the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 2-6 for details.  
ASUS MyLogo2™  
This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and  
add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 2-41 for  
details.  
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS  
With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before  
loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot  
from a floppy disk. See page 2-2 for details.  
ASUS Q-Fan technology  
The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to  
the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.  
See page 2-38 for details.  
AI NET  
AI NET is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet  
cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you can easily monitor the  
condition of the Ethernet cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port. During  
the bootup process, AI NET immediately diagnoses the LAN cable and  
reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy.  
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1.4  
Before you proceed  
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard  
components or change any motherboard settings.  
•
•
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any  
component.  
Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to  
a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling  
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.  
•
•
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.  
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded  
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.  
•
Before you install or remove any component, ensure  
that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is  
detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe  
damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.  
Onboard LED  
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED  
lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-  
off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system  
and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any  
motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of  
the onboard LED.  
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SB_PWR  
P5ND2 SE  
ON  
Standby  
Power  
OFF  
Powered  
Off  
P5ND2 SE Onboard LED  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.5  
Motherboard overview  
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis  
to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.  
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the  
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage  
motherboard components.  
1.5.1 Placement direction  
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the  
chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the  
rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below.  
1.5.2 Screw holes  
Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the  
motherboard to the chassis.  
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.  
Place this side towards  
the rear of the chassis  
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P5ND2 SE  
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1.5.3 Motherboard layout  
19.6cm (8.0in)  
CPU_FAN  
PS/2KBMS  
T: Mouse  
B: Keyboard  
ATX12V  
PWR_FAN  
SPDIF_O1  
LGA775  
COM1  
USB12  
Bottom:  
Top:  
RJ‑45  
USB3  
USB4  
nVIDIA  
Crush19  
Ultra  
Top:Line In  
Center:Line Out  
Below:Mic In  
CHA_FAN  
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PCIEX1_1  
RTL8111B  
P5ND2 SE  
PCIEX16  
PCIEX1_2  
USB78  
SATA4  
MCP51  
SATA3  
CR2032 3V  
Lithium Cell  
CMOS Power  
PCIEX1_3  
4Mb  
BIOS  
SATA2  
SATA1  
CLRTC  
PCI1  
PCI2  
PRI_IDE  
AD1986A  
CHASSIS  
SPDIF_OUT  
SB_PWR  
GAME  
AAFP  
CD  
AUX  
FLOPPY  
PANEL  
USB56  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.6  
Central Processing Unit (CPU)  
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for  
the Intel® Pentium® D, Intel® Pentium® 4 and Intel® Celeron® processors in  
the 775-land package.  
•
Install a chassis fan with at least a speed of 2400 rpm and 8 CFM  
turnrate when using a dual-core CPU to ensure system stability.  
Overheating can permanently damage the system and/or CPU.  
•
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is  
on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your  
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any  
damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.  
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/  
transit-related.  
•
•
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process  
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the  
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.  
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts  
resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/  
loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.  
1.6.1 Installing the CPU  
To install a CPU:  
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.  
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P5ND2 SE  
P5ND2 SE CPU Socket 775  
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards  
you and the load lever is on your left.  
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2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B)  
until it is released from the retention tab.  
Retention tab  
A
PnP cap  
Load lever  
B
This side of the socket  
box should face you.  
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap  
unless you are installing a CPU.  
3. Lift the load lever in the direction  
of the arrow to a 135º angle.  
4. Lift the load plate with your  
thumb and forefinger to a 100º  
angle (A), then push the PnP cap  
B
from the load plate window to  
remove (B).  
A
Load plate  
Alignment key  
5. Position the CPU over  
the socket, making sure  
that the gold triangle  
is on the bottom-left  
corner of the socket.  
The socket alignment  
key should fit into the  
CPU notch.  
CPU notch  
Gold triangle mark  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU  
into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and  
damaging the CPU!  
6. Close the load plate (A), then  
A
push the load lever (B) until it  
snaps into the retention tab.  
B
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with  
the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading  
Technology.  
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1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan  
Intel® LGA775 processors require a specially designed heatsink and fan  
assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.  
•
When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the  
CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately,  
make sure that you use only Intel®-certified multi-directional  
heatsink and fan.  
•
•
Your Intel® LGA775 processor heatsink and fan assembly comes in a  
push-pin design and requires no tool to install.  
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make  
sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to  
the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan  
assembly.  
Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before  
you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.  
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:  
1. Place the heatsink on top of the  
installed CPU, making sure that  
the four fasteners match the  
holes on the motherboard.  
Orient the heatsink and fan  
assembly such that the CPU  
fan cable is closest to the  
CPU fan connector.  
Motherboard hole  
Narrow end  
of the groove  
Fastener  
Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove  
pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)  
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2. Push down two fasteners at  
a time in a diagonal sequence  
to secure the heatsink and fan  
assembly in place.  
B
B
A
A
A
B
B
A
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard  
labeled CPU_FAN.  
CPU_FAN  
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P5ND2 SE  
P5ND2 SE CPU Fan Connector  
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Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware  
monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.  
The retention module of some third-party CPU heatsink and fan  
can interfere with chipset components at the bottom of the board.  
Before purchasing a separate CPU heatsink and fan, make sure that  
it will not interfere with the chipset components.  
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1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan  
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:  
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable  
from the connector on the  
motherboard.  
2. Rotate each fastener  
counterclockwise.  
3. Pull up two fasteners at a  
time in a diagonal sequence to  
B
disengage the heatsink and fan  
A
assembly from the motherboard.  
A
B
A
B
B
A
4. Carefully remove the heatsink  
and fan assembly from the  
motherboard.  
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5. Rotate each fastener clockwise  
to ensure correct orientation  
when reinstalling.  
Narrow end of the groove  
The narrow end of the  
groove should point outward  
after resetting. (The photo  
shows the groove shaded for  
emphasis.)  
Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package  
for detailed information on CPU fan installation.  
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1.7  
System memory  
1.7.1 Overview  
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline  
Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.  
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has  
a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are  
notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.  
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:  
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P5ND2 SE  
P5ND2 SE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets  
Channel  
Sockets  
Channel A  
Channel B  
DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2  
DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2  
1.7.2 Memory configurations  
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB and 4 GB unbuffered non-ECC  
DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.  
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For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)  
installed per channel must be the same  
(DIMM_A1 + DIMM_A2 = DIMM_B1 + DIMM_B2).  
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Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum  
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from  
the same vendor. Refer to the DDR2 Qualified Vendors List on the next  
page for details.  
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If you install four 1GB memory modules, the system may only recognize  
less than 3 GB because the address space is reserved for other critical  
functions. This limitation appears on Windows® XP 32-bit operation  
system which does not support Physical Address Extension (PAE).  
If you install Windows® XP 32-bit operation system, a total memory of  
less than 3GB is recommended.  
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Notes on memory limitations  
The motherboard can support up to 16 GB on the operating systems  
listed below. You may install a maximum of 4 GB DIMMs on each slot, but  
only DDR2-533 2 GB density modules are available for this configuration.  
32-bit  
64-bit  
Windows® 2000 Advanced Server  
Windows® Server 2003 Standard x64 Edition  
Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition  
Windows® Server 2003 Enterprise Edition  
Windows® Server 2003 Enterprise x64 Edition  
Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)  
DDR2 with 667 MHz capability  
DIMM support  
Size  
Vendor  
Chip No.  
Side(s)  
Part No.  
A
B
C
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
256MB  
256MB  
512MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
256MB  
512MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
512MB  
512MB  
512MB  
256MB  
512MB  
512MB  
KINGSTON  
KINGSTON  
KINGSTON  
KINGSTON  
SAMSUNG  
SAMSUNG  
SAMSUNG  
SAMSUNG  
SAMSUNG  
MICRON  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Hynix  
E5108AE-6E-E  
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DS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
DS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
DS  
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SS  
SS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
SS  
DS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
KVR667D2N5/512  
KVR667D2N5/1G  
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E5108AE-6E-E  
E5108AE-6E-E  
KVR667D2E5/512  
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HYB18T256800AF3  
K4T56083QF-ZCE6  
K4T56083QF-ZCE6  
K4T51163QC-ZCE6  
ZCE6K4T51083QC  
ZCE6K4T51083QC  
4VB41D9CZM  
KVR667D2N5/256  
M378T3253FZ0-CE6  
M378T6453FZ0-CE6  
M378T3354CZ0-CE6  
M378T6553CZ0-CE6  
M378T2953CZ0-CE6  
MT16HTF6464AY-667B4  
HYS64T32000HU-3S-A  
HYS64T64000HU-3S-A  
HYS64T128020HU-3S-A  
HYMP564U64AP8-Y5  
HYMP512U64AP8-Y5  
HYMP564U64AP8-Y4  
HYMP512U64AP8-Y4  
EBE25UC8ABFA-6E-E  
EBE51UD8AEFA-6E-E  
BL6464AA664.16FB  
BL12864AA664.16FA  
BL6464AL664.16FB  
BL12864AL664.16FA  
KLCC28F-A8EB5  
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HYB18T512160AF-3S  
HYB18T512800AF3S  
HYB18T512800AF3S  
HY5PS12821AFP-Y5  
HY5PS12821AFP-Y5  
HY5PS12821AFP-Y4  
HY5PS12821AFP-Y4  
E2508AB-GE-E  
Hynix  
Hynix  
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Hynix  
ELPIDA  
ELPIDA  
crucial  
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E5108AE-GE-E  
Heat-Sink Package  
Heat-Sink Package  
Heat-Sink Package  
Heat-Sink Package  
E5108AE-6E-E  
crucial  
crucial  
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crucial  
Kingmax  
Kingmax  
Apacer  
A-DATA  
TwinMOS  
GEIL  
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E5108AE-6E-E  
KLCD48F-A8EB5  
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E5108AE-6E-E  
78.01092.420  
E5108AE-6E-E  
M20EL5G3H3160B1C0Z  
8G-25JK5-EBT  
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E5108AE-GE-E  
Heat-Sink Package  
Heat-Sink Package  
NT5TU32M16AG-3C  
NT5TU64M8AE-3C  
N2TU51280AF-3C  
GX21GB5300UDC  
GEIL  
GX21GB5300DC  
NANYA  
NANYA  
Elixir  
NT256T64UH4A0FY-3C  
NT512T64U88A0BY-3C  
M2U51264TU88A0F-3C  
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DDR2 with 667 MHz capability  
DIMM support  
Size  
Vendor  
Chip No  
Side(s)  
Part No.  
A
B
C
1024MB  
512MB  
PQI  
E5108AE-5C-E  
DS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
DS  
MEAD-403LA  
39127282  
39137282  
M512-667-8  
M924-667-16  
N/A  
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WINTEC  
WINTEC  
MDT  
4UAI2D9CRZ  
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1024MB  
512MB  
4WAIID9CWX  
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18D51280D-30518  
18D51280D-30528  
DD2640800-667  
DD2640800-667  
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1024MB  
512MB  
MDT  
Kingbox  
Kingbox  
1024MB  
N/A  
DDR2-533  
DIMM support  
Size  
Vendor  
Chip No.  
Side(s)  
Part No.  
A
B
C
256MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
2048MB  
512MB  
256MB  
512MB  
512MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
2048MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
512MB  
256MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
256MB  
512MB  
512MB  
512MB  
256MB  
256MB  
KINGSTON  
KINGSTON  
KINGSTON  
KINGSTON  
SAMSUNG  
SAMSUNG  
SAMSUNG  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Infineon  
Hynix  
E5116AB-5C-E  
SS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
DS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
KVR533D2N4/256  
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HY5PS56821F-C4  
D6408TE7BL-37  
KVR533D2N4/512  
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KVR533D2N4/1G  
E1108AA-5C-E  
KVR533D2N4/2G  
K4T51083QB-GCD5  
K4T56083QF-GCD5  
K4T56083QF-GCD5  
HYB18T512800AC37  
HYB18T512160AF-3.7  
HYB18T512800AF37  
HYB18T512800AF37  
HYB18T1G800AF-3.7  
HYB18T5121608BF-3.7  
HYB18T512800BF37  
HYB18T512800BF37  
HY5PS12821F-C4  
HY5PS12821F-C4  
HY5PS12821AFP-C3  
HY5PS12821AFP-C3  
E5108AB-5C-E  
M378T6553BG0-CD5  
M378T3253FG0-CD5  
M378T6453FG0-CD5  
HYS64T64000GU-3.7-A  
HYS64T32000HU-3.7-A  
HYS64T64000HU-3.7-A  
HYS64T128020HU-3.7-A  
HYS64T256020HU-3.7-A  
HYS64T32000HU-3.7-B  
HYS64T64000HU-3.7-B  
HYS64T128020HU-3.7-B  
HYMP564U648-C4  
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Hynix  
HYMP512U648-C4  
Hynix  
HYMP564U64AP8-C3  
HYMP512U64AP8-C3  
EBE51UD8ABFA-5C  
EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E  
78.81077.420  
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Hynix  
ELPIDA  
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ELPIDA  
E5108AB-5C-E  
Apacer  
E5116AB-5C-E  
KINGMAX  
KINGMAX  
KINGMAX  
Transcend  
Transcend  
CENTURY  
elixir  
E5116AB-5C-E  
KLBB68F-36EP4  
E5108AE-5C-E  
KLBC28F-A8EB4  
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E5108AE-5C-E  
KLBD48F-A8EB4  
K4T51083QB-GCD5  
K4T51083QB-GCD5  
E5108AB-5C-E  
TS64MLQ64V5J  
TS128MLQ64V5J  
25V2H8EL5CB4-J43  
M2U25664TUH4A0F-37B  
M2U51264TU88A0F-37B  
AET660UD00-370A98X  
AET660UD00-370A98X  
AET560UD00-370A98Z  
AET560UD00-370A98X  
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N2TU51216AF-37B  
N2TU51280AF-37B  
AET960UD00-37C88X  
AET93F370AG0513  
AET94F370A  
elixir  
Aeneon  
Aeneon  
Aeneon  
Aeneon  
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DDR2-533  
DIMM support  
Size  
Vendor  
Chip No.  
Side(s)  
Part No.  
AET660UD00-370A98Z  
A
B
C
512MB  
512MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
512MB  
256MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
512MB  
1024MB  
Aeneon  
Aeneon  
Aeneon  
Aeneon  
NANYA  
NANYA  
NANYA  
PQI  
AET93F370A  
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AET93F370A  
AET660UD00-370A98X  
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AET760UD00-370A98X  
NT256T64UH4A0F-37B  
NT512T64U88A0F-37B  
NT1GT64U8HA0F-37B  
MEAB-323LA  
AET93F370  
AET93F370A  
NT5TU32M16AF-37B  
NT5TU64M8AF-37B  
NT5TU64M8AF-37B  
64MX8D2-E  
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64MX8D2-E  
MEAB-423LA  
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TwinMOS  
SimpleTech  
SimpleTech  
Patriot  
MDT  
K4T51083QB-GCD5  
858S032F25A  
8D-22JB5-K2T  
SVM-42DR2/256  
858S064F25A  
SVM-42DR2/512  
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Heat-Sink Package  
18D51280D-3.70S20  
18D51280D-3.70448  
PDC21G5600+XBLK  
M512-533-8  
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MDT  
M924-533-16  
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest QVL.  
Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided  
DIMM support:  
A
B
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Supports one module inserted into either slot, in Single-channel memory configuration.  
Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black slots as  
one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.  
C
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Supports two pairs of modules inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of  
Dual-channel memory configuration.  
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1.7.3 Installing a DIMM  
Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other  
system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both  
the motherboard and the components.  
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To install a DIMM:  
DDR2 DIMM notch  
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1. Unlock a DIMM socket by  
pressing the retaining clips  
outward.  
2. Align a DIMM on the socket  
such that the notch on the  
DIMM matches the break on  
the socket.  
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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  
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A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one  
direction. Do not force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the  
DIMM.  
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The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install  
DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.  
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM  
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.  
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1. Simultaneously press the retaining  
clips outward to unlock the DIMM.  
Support the DIMM lightly with  
your fingers when pressing  
the retaining clips. The DIMM  
might get damaged when it  
flips out with extra force.  
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DDR2 DIMM notch  
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2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.  
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1.8  
Expansion slots  
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following  
sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.  
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing  
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and  
damage motherboard components.  
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card  
To install an expansion card:  
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that  
came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.  
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed  
in a chassis).  
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep  
the screw for later use.  
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is  
completely seated on the slot.  
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.  
6. Replace the system cover.  
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card  
After installing the expansion card, configure the it by adjusting the  
software settings.  
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.  
See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup.  
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.  
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.  
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support  
“Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise,  
conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system  
unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for  
details.  
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1.8.3 Interrupt assignments  
Standard interrupt assignments  
IRQ  
Priority  
Standard Function  
0
1
1
2
System Timer  
Keyboard Controller  
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
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13  
14  
15  
3
4
5
6
7
Re-direct to IRQ#9  
Communications Port (COM1)*  
IRQ holder for PCI steering*  
Floppy Disk Controller  
Printer Port (LPT1)*  
System CMOS/Real Time Clock  
IRQ holder for PCI steering*  
IRQ holder for PCI steering*  
IRQ holder for PCI steering*  
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*  
Numeric Data Processor  
Primary IDE Channel  
8
9
10  
Secondary IDE Channel  
* These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.  
IRQ assignments for this motherboard  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
PCI Express x16 slot 1  
PCI Express x1 slot 1  
PCI Express x1 slot 2  
PCI Express x1 slot 3  
PCI slot 1  
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shared  
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used  
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used  
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PCI slot 2  
Onboard USB1.0 controller 1 shared  
Onboard USB1.0 controller 2  
Onboard USB2.0 controller  
Onboard LAN  
Onboard IDE controller  
Onboard SATA controller  
Onboard Audio controller  
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shared  
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shared  
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1.8.4 PCI slots  
The PCI slots support cards such  
as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card,  
and other cards that comply with  
PCI specifications. The figure shows  
a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.  
1.8.5 PCI Express x1 slot  
This motherboard supports PCI  
Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards  
and other cards that comply with the  
PCI Express specifications. The figure  
shows a network card installed on the  
PCI Express x1 slot.  
1.8.6 PCI Express x16 slot  
This motherboard supports PCI  
Express x16 graphic cards that comply  
with the PCI Express specifications.  
The figure shows a graphics card  
installed on the PCI Express x16 slot.  
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1.9  
Jumpers  
1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)  
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in  
CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system  
setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard  
button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include  
system setup information such as system passwords.  
To erase the RTC RAM:  
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.  
2. Remove the onboard battery.  
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the  
cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back  
to pins 1-2.  
4. Re-install the battery.  
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.  
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS  
setup to re-enter data.  
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC  
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!  
CLRTC  
R
P5ND2 SE  
1
2
2
3
Normal  
(Default)  
Clear CMOS  
P5ND2 SE Clear RTC RAM  
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2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1234, USBPW56,  
USBPW78)  
Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep  
mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power  
mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up  
from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh,  
power supply in reduced power mode).  
USBPW1234  
+5VSB  
+5V  
(Default)  
USBPW56  
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+5VSB  
+5V  
(Default)  
USBPW78  
P5ND2 SE USB device Wake up  
+5VSB  
+5V  
(Default)  
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The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can  
provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise,  
the system would not power up.  
The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply  
capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.  
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1.10.1 Rear panel connectors  
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1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.  
2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner,  
ACTIVITY/ SPEED  
or other devices.  
LINK LED  
LED  
3. LAN (RJ-45) port. Supported by Marvell® Gigabit LAN  
controller, this port allows Gigabit connection to a Local  
Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.  
LAN port  
Activity/Link LED  
Speed LED  
Description  
OFF  
OFF  
Soft-off Mode  
Orange*  
Orange*  
Orange*  
OFF  
During Power ON/OFF or 10Mbps connection  
100Mbps connection  
Orange  
Green  
1Gbps connection  
* Blinking  
4. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD  
player, or other audio sources.  
5. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a  
speaker. In 4-channel, and 6-channel configuration, the function of this  
port becomes Front Speaker Out.  
6. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.  
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio  
ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration.  
Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration  
Port  
Headset  
4-channel  
6-channel  
2-channel  
Light Blue  
Lime  
Line In  
Line Out  
Mic In  
Rear Speaker Out  
Front Speaker Out  
Mic In  
Surround  
Front Speaker Out  
Center/Bass  
Pink  
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7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus  
(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.  
8. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)  
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.  
9. Serial port. This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices  
that conform with serial specification.  
10. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio  
output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable.  
11. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.  
1.10.2 Internal connectors  
1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)  
This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable.  
Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other  
end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.  
Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection  
when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.  
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FLOPPY  
PIN 1  
NOTE: Orient the red markings on  
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.  
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2. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE)  
The onboard IDE connectors are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal  
cables. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66  
signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to  
the motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of the following  
modes to configure your device(s).  
Drive jumper  
setting  
Mode  
of device(s)  
Cable  
connector  
Single device  
Two devices  
Cable-Select or Master  
Cable-Select  
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Black  
Black  
Gray  
Master  
Slave  
Master  
Slave  
Master  
Slave  
Black or gray  
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Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole  
on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion  
when you connect the IDE cable.  
Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices.  
If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” make sure all other device  
jumpers have the same setting.  
NOTE: Orient the red markings  
(usually zigzag) on the ID  
ribbon cable to PIN 1.  
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3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3,  
SATA4)  
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA  
hard disk devices. The current Serial ATA I interface allows up to 150  
MB/s data transfer rate while Serial ATA II allows up to 300 MB/s data  
transfer rate, faster than the standard parallel ATA with 133 MB/s  
(DMA/133).  
SATA4  
SATA3  
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SATA1  
P5ND2 SE SATA Connectors  
4. Audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX)  
These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound  
sources such as a CD-ROM, TV-tuner, or MPEG card.  
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CD  
(black)  
AUX  
(White)  
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5. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)  
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module  
cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot  
opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors  
comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps  
connection speed.  
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USB78  
USB56  
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Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will  
damage the motherboard!  
The USB module is purchased separately.  
6. GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME)  
This connector is for a GAME/MIDI port. Connect the USB/GAME  
module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot  
opening at the back of the system chassis. The GAME/MIDI port  
connects a joystick or game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices  
for playing or editing audio files.  
P5ND2 SE  
GAME  
P5ND2 SE Game Connector  
The GAME module is purchased separately.  
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7. Azalia Analog Front Panel (10-1 pin AAFP)  
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module  
that supports legacy AC ‘97 audio standard. Connect one end of the  
front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.  
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AAFP  
P5ND2 SE Azalia Analog Front Panel Connector  
8. CPU, Power and Chassis Fan connectors  
(4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)  
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24  
W max.) or a total of 1 A ~ 3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. Connect  
the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making  
sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the  
connector.  
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.  
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard  
components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the  
fan connectors!  
CPU_FAN  
PWR_FAN  
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CHA_FAN  
GND  
+12V  
Rotation  
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9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)  
This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor  
or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch  
cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends  
a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component  
is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis  
intrusion event.  
By default, the pins labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted  
with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to  
use the chassis intrusion detection feature.  
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CHASSIS  
(Default)  
P5ND2 SE Chassis Intrusion Connector  
10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)  
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface  
(S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector,  
then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system  
chassis.  
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.  
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11. ATX power connectors  
(24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)  
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply  
plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation.  
Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors  
completely fit.  
ATX12V  
EATXPWR  
+12V DC  
GND  
+12V DC  
GND  
+3 Volts  
‑12 Volts  
Ground  
PSON#  
Ground  
Ground  
+3 Volts  
+3 Volts  
Ground  
+5 Volts  
Ground  
P5ND2 SE  
+5 Volts  
Ground  
Ground  
‑5 Volts  
Power O  
+5V Standby  
+12 Volts  
+12 Volts  
+3 Volts  
+5 Volts  
+5 Volts  
+5 Volts  
Ground  
P5ND2 SE ATX Power Connector  
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For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power  
supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or  
later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W.  
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Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug;  
otherwise, the system will not boot.  
Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when  
configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The  
system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is  
inadequate.  
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12. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL)  
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.  
PLED  
SPEAKER  
PANEL  
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IDE_LED  
RESET  
PWRSW  
* Requires an ATX power supply  
P5ND2 SE System Panel Connector  
The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to  
the connector description below for details.  
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System power LED (Green 2-pin PLED)  
This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis  
power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up  
when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in  
sleep mode.  
Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)  
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD  
Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes  
when data is read from or written to the HDD.  
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System warning speaker (Orange 2-pin SPEAKER)  
This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning  
speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.  
ATX power button/soft-off button (Light Green 2-pin PWRSW)  
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power  
button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off  
mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for  
more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.  
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Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)  
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for  
system reboot without turning off the system power.  
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This chapter tells how to change  
the system settings through the BIOS  
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions  
of the BIOS parameters are also  
provided.  
BIOS setup  
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2.1  
Managing and updating your BIOS  
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard  
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.  
1. Award BIOS Flash Utility (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a  
bootable floppy disk.)  
2. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy  
disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets  
corrupted.)  
3. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS in DOS using a floppy disk or the  
motherboard support CD.)  
4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.)  
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.  
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy  
disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original  
motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AwardBIOS Flash utilities.  
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk  
1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.  
DOS environment  
a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive.  
format A:/S  
b. At the DOS prompt, type  
Windows® XP environment  
then press <Enter>.  
a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.  
b. Click Start from the Windows® desktop, then select My Computer.  
c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon.  
d. Click File from the menu, then select Format. A Format 3 1/2  
Floppy Disk window appears.  
e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format  
options field, then click Start.  
Windows® 2000 environment  
To create a set of boot disks for Windows® 2000:  
a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive.  
b. Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to the optical drive.  
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c. Click Start, then select Run.  
d. From the Open field, type  
D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:  
assuming that D: is your optical drive.  
e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.  
2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable  
floppy disk.  
2.1.2 Updating the BIOS  
The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the AwardBIOS  
Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility.  
1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site. Rename the file  
to P5ND2 SE.BIN and save it to a floppy disk.  
Save only the updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to avoid loading the  
wrong BIOS file.  
2. Copy the AwardBIOS Flash Utility (awdflash.exe) from the Software  
folder of the support CD to the floppy disk with the latest BIOS file.  
3. Boot the system in DOS mode using the bootable floppy disk you  
created earlier.  
4. When the A:> appears, replace the bootable floppy disk with the  
floppy disk containing the new BIOS file and the Award BIOS Flash  
Utility.  
5. At the prompt, type  
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.08  
(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved  
awdflash then press  
<Enter>. The Award  
BIOS Flash Utility screen  
appears.  
For nForce_ultra-P5ND2-SE  
Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V  
DATE: 04/10/2006  
File Name to Program:  
Message: Please input File Name!  
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6. Type the BIOS file name  
in the File Name to  
Program field, then  
press <Enter>.  
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.08  
(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved  
For nForce_ultra-P5ND2-SE  
DATE: 04/10/2006  
Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V  
File Name to Program: P5NS2 SE.bin  
Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N)  
7. Press <N> when the utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file.  
The following screen appears.  
8. The utility verifies the  
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.08  
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BIOS file in the floppy  
disk and starts flashing  
the BIOS file.  
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DATE: 04/10/2006  
Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V  
File Name to Program: P5NS2 SE.bin  
Program Flashing Memory - OFE00 OK  
Write OK  
No Update  
Write Fail  
Warning: Don’t Turn Off Power Or Reset System!  
Do not turn off or reset the system during the flashing process!  
9. The utility displays a  
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.08  
(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved  
Flashing Complete  
message indicating that  
you have successfully  
flashed the BIOS file.  
Remove the floppy disk  
then press <F1> to  
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DATE: 04/10/2006  
Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V  
File Name to Program: P5NS2 SE.bin  
Flashing Complete  
Press <F1> to Continue  
restart the system.  
Write OK  
F1 Reset  
No Update  
Write Fail  
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2.1.3 Saving the current BIOS file  
You can use the AwardBIOS Flash Utility to save the current BIOS file. You  
can load the current BIOS file when the BIOS file gets corrupted during the  
flashing process.  
Make sure that the floppy disk has enough disk space to save the file.  
To save the current BIOS file using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility:  
1. Follow steps 1 to 6 of  
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the previous section.  
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2. Press <Y> when the  
utility prompts you  
to save the current  
BIOS file. The following  
screen appears.  
Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V  
File Name to Program: 1001.bin  
Save current BIOS as:  
Message:  
3. Type a filename for the  
current BIOS file in the  
Save current BIOS  
as field, then press  
<Enter>.  
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.08  
(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved  
For nForce_ultra-P5ND2-SE  
DATE: 04/10/2006  
Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V  
File Name to Program: 1001.bin  
Checksum: DAD6H  
Save current BIOS as: old.bin  
Message: Please Wait!  
4. The utility saves the  
current BIOS file to the  
floppy disk, then returns  
to the BIOS flashing  
process.  
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.08  
(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved  
For nForce_ultra-P5ND2-SE  
DATE: 04/10/2006  
Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V  
File Name to Program: 1001.bin  
Now Backup System BIOS to  
File!  
Message: Please Wait!  
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2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility  
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to  
restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating  
process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard  
support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.  
Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing the  
updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.  
Recovering the BIOS from the support CD  
To recover the BIOS from the support CD:  
1. Turn on the system.  
2. Insert the motherboard support CD to the optical drive.  
3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks  
the CD for the BIOS file.  
Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0  
Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.  
BIOS ROM checksum error  
Detecting IDE ATAPI device...  
When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the  
corrupted BIOS file.  
Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0  
Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.  
BIOS ROM checksum error  
Detecting IDE ATAPI device...  
Found CDROM, try to Boot from it... Pass  
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing  
so can cause system boot failure!  
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.  
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Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk  
To recover the BIOS from the floppy disk:  
1. Remove any CD from the optical drive, then turn on the system.  
2. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the  
floppy disk drive.  
3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks  
the optical drive for the original or updated BIOS file.  
Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0  
Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.  
BIOS ROM checksum error  
Detecting IDE ATAPI device...  
When no CD is found, the utility automatically checks the floppy disk  
for the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then updates the  
corrupted BIOS file.  
Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0  
Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc.  
BIOS ROM checksum error  
Detecting IDE ATAPI device...  
Found CDROM, try to Boot from it... Fail  
Detecting floppy drive A media...  
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing  
so can cause system boot failure!  
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.  
The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this  
motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the  
latest BIOS file.  
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2.1.5 ASUS EZ Flash utility  
The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without having  
to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using  
a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is  
accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).  
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash:  
1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS  
file for the motherboard.  
2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system.  
3. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.  
Insert Disk then press Enter or ESC to continue POST  
4. Insert the floppy disk  
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.08  
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that contains the  
BIOS file to the floppy  
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DATE: 04/10/2006  
disk drive then press  
<Enter>. The following  
screen appears.  
File Name to Program:  
Message: Please wait...  
5. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update  
process and automatically reboots the system when done.  
Do not shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent  
system boot failure!  
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2.1.6 ASUS Update utility  
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update  
the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility  
allows you to:  
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Save the current BIOS file  
Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet  
Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file  
Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and  
View the BIOS version information.  
This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard  
package.  
ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network  
or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).  
Installing ASUS Update  
To install ASUS Update:  
1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears.  
2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. See  
page 3-4 for the Utilities screen menu.  
3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.  
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this  
utility.  
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Updating the BIOS through the Internet  
To update the BIOS through the Internet:  
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking  
Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The  
ASUS Update main window appears.  
2. Select Update BIOS from  
the Internet option from the  
drop-down menu, then click  
Next.  
3. Select the ASUS FTP site  
nearest you to avoid network  
traffic, or click Auto Select.  
Click Next.  
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4. From the FTP site, select the  
BIOS version that you wish to  
download. Click Next.  
5. Follow the screen instructions to  
complete the update process.  
The ASUS Update utility is  
capable of updating itself  
through the Internet. Always  
update the utility to avail all  
its features.  
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file  
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:  
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking  
Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The  
ASUS Update main window appears.  
2. Select Update BIOS from a  
file option from the drop-down  
menu, then click Next.  
3. Locate the BIOS file from the  
Open window, then click Open.  
4. Follow the screen instructions to  
complete the update process.  
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BIOS setup program  
This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip  
that you can update using the provided utility described in section “4.1  
Managing and updating your BIOS.”  
Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard,  
reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section  
explains how to configure your system using this utility.  
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change  
the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can  
enable the security password feature or change the power management  
settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup  
program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record  
them in the CMOS RAM of the LPC chip.  
The LPC chip on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start  
up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this  
program. Press <Del> during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the  
Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.  
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing  
<Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del>, or by pressing the reset button on the system  
chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on.  
Do this last option only if the first two failed.  
The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being  
a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus  
and make your selections from the available options using the navigation  
keys.  
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The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most  
conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes  
unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings  
to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Default  
Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “2.7 Exit Menu.”  
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The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference  
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your  
screen.  
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS  
file for this motherboard.  
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2.2.1 BIOS menu screen  
Menu items  
Menu bar  
Configuration fields  
General help  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
Advanced  
Power  
Boot  
Exit  
System Time  
System Date  
15 : 30 : 36  
Sat, Jan 7 2006  
Select Menu  
Item Specific Help  
Legacy Diskette A:  
[1.44M, 3.5 in.]  
Change the internal time.  
Primary IDE Master  
Primary IDE Slave  
Secondary IDE Master  
Secondary IDE Slave  
SATA 1  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[Disabled]  
SATA 2  
Third SATA Master  
Fourth SATA Master  
HDD SMART Monitoring  
Installed Memory  
Usable Memory  
256MB  
256MB  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
Sub-menu items  
Legend bar  
2.2.2 Menu bar  
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:  
Main  
For changing the basic system configuration  
Advanced For changing the advanced system settings  
Power  
For changing the advanced power management (APM)  
configuration  
Boot  
Exit  
For changing the system boot configuration  
For selecting the exit options and loading default settings  
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the  
keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.  
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The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference  
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your  
screen.  
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS  
information.  
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2.2.3 Legend bar  
At the bottom of the Setup screen is a legend bar. The keys in the legend  
bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following  
table lists the keys found in the legend bar with their corresponding  
functions.  
Navigation Key  
<F1>  
Function  
Displays the General Help screen  
<F5>  
Loads setup default values  
<Esc>  
Exits the BIOS setup or returns to the main menu from a sub‑menu  
Selects the menu item to the left or right  
Moves the highlight up or down between fields  
Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted  
Left or Right arrow  
Up or Down arrow  
Page Down or  
‑ (minus) field  
Page Up or + (plus) Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field  
<Enter> Brings up a selection menu for the highlighted field  
<F10>  
Saves changes and exit  
2.2.4 Menu items  
The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that  
menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items.  
The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have  
their respective menu items.  
2.2.5 Sub-menu items  
A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the  
iteam has a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press  
<Enter>.  
2.2.6 Configuration fields  
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is  
user-configurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item.  
You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable.  
A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when  
selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to  
display a list of options. Refer to “2.2.7 Pop-up window.”  
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2.2.7 Pop-up window  
Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with  
the configuration options for that item.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
Advanced  
Power  
Boot  
Exit  
System Time  
System Date  
15 : 30 : 36  
Select Menu  
Sat, Jan 7 2006  
[1.4M, 3.5 in.]  
Item Specific Help  
Legacy Diskette A:  
pecifies the capacity and  
hysical size of diskette  
rive A.  
Legacy Diskette A:  
Primary IDE Mas
Primary IDE SlaDisabled  
Secondary IDE M
Secondary IDE S
..... [ ]  
720K , 3.5 in.  
..... [ ]  
..... [ ]  
1.44M, 3.5 in.  
SATA 1  
SATA 2  
Third SATA Mast
Fourth SATA Sla
HDD SMART Monit
:Move ENTER:Accept ESC:Abort  
↑↓  
Installed Memory  
Usable Memory  
256MB  
256MB  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
→←  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
: Select Menu  
Pop-up menu  
2.2.8 General help  
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the  
selected item.  
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2.3  
Main menu  
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears,  
giving you an overview of the basic system information.  
Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu  
screen items and how to navigate through them.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
Advanced  
Power  
Boot  
Exit  
System Time  
System Date  
15 : 30 : 36  
Select Menu  
Sat, Jan 7 2006  
[1.44M, 3.5 in.]  
Item Specific Help  
Legacy Diskette A:  
Press [Enter] to enter  
next page for detail hard  
drive settings.  
Primary IDE Master  
Primary IDE Slave  
Secondary IDE Master  
Secondary IDE Slave  
SATA 1  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[None]  
[Disabled]  
SATA 2  
Third SATA Master  
Fourth SATA Master  
HDD SMART Monitoring  
Installed Memory  
Usable Memory  
256MB  
256MB  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]  
Allows you to set the system time.  
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]  
Allows you to set the system date.  
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]  
Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled]  
[720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.]  
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2.3.4 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave  
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE  
devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device  
item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
Primary IDE Master  
Select Menu  
Primary IDE Master  
Access Mode  
[Auto]  
Item Specific Help  
[Auto]  
Press [Enter] to  
select  
Capacity  
0 MB  
Cylinder  
Head  
Sector  
0
0
0
PIO Mode  
UDMA Mode  
Transfer Mode  
[Auto]  
[Auto]  
None  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items  
(Capacity, Cylinder, Head, Sector and Transfer Mode). These values are not  
user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the  
system.  
Primary IDE Master/Slave [Auto];  
Secondary IDE Master/Slave [Auto]  
Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive. If automatic  
detection is successful, the BIOS automatically fills in the correct values  
for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the hard disk was already  
formatted on a previous system, the setup BIOS may detect incorrect  
parameters. Select [Manual] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive  
parameters. If no drive is installed select [None].  
Configuration options: [None] [Auto] [Manual]  
Access Mode [Auto]  
The default [Auto] allows automatic detection of an IDE hard disk drive.  
Select [CHS] for this item if you set the IDE Primary Master/Slave to  
[Manual]. Configuration options: [CHS] [LBA] [Large] [Auto]  
Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have  
the correct configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer.  
Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed  
hard disk.  
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Capacity  
Displays the auto-detected hard disk capacity. This item is not configurable.  
Cylinder  
Shows the number of the hard disk cylinders. This item is not configurable.  
Head  
Shows the number of the hard disk read/write heads. This item is not  
configurable.  
Sector  
Shows the number of sectors per track. This item is not configurable.  
PIO Mode [Auto]  
Sets the PIO mode for the IDE device.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [Mode 0] [Mode 1] [Mode 2] [Mode 3] [Mode 4]  
UDMA Mode [Auto]  
Disables or sets the UDMA mode. Configuration options: [Disable] [Auto]  
Transfer Mode  
Shows the Transfer mode. This item is not configurable.  
After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk  
utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives.  
This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk.  
Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to  
active.  
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2.3.5 First, Second, Third, Fourth SATA Master  
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial  
ATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a  
device item then press <Enter> to display the SATA device information.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
SATA 1  
Select Menu  
Extended IDE Drive  
Access Mode  
[Auto]  
Item Specific Help  
[Auto]  
Press [Enter] to  
select  
Capacity  
0 MB  
Cylinder  
Head  
Landing Zone  
Sector  
0
0
0
0
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
→←  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
: Select Menu  
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items  
(Capacity, Cylinder, Head, Precomp, Landing Zone and Sector). These  
values are not user-configurable. These items show 0 if no SATA device is  
installed in the system.  
Extended IDE Drive [Auto]  
Selects the type of fixed disk connected to the system.  
Configuration options: [None] [Auto]  
Access Mode [Auto]  
Sets the sector addressing mode. Configuration options: [Large] [Auto]  
Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have  
the correct configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer.  
Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed  
hard disk.  
Capacity  
Displays the auto-detected hard disk capacity. This item is not configurable.  
Cylinder  
Shows the number of the hard disk cylinders. This item is not configurable.  
Head  
Shows the number of the hard disk read/write heads. This item is not  
configurable.  
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Landing Zone  
Shows the number of landing zone per track. This item is not configurable.  
Sector  
Shows the number of sectors per track. This item is not configurable.  
After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk  
utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives.  
This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk.  
Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to  
active.  
2.3.6 HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the HDD Self-Monitoring Analysis and  
Reporting Technology (SMART) feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
2.3.7 Installed Memory  
Shows the size of installed memory.  
2.3.8 Usable Memory  
Shows the size of usable memory.  
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2.4  
Advanced menu  
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU  
and other system devices.  
Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items.  
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
Advanced  
Power  
Boot  
Exit  
JumperFree Configuration  
Select Menu  
Item Specific Help  
CPU Configuration  
Chipset  
Adjust system frequency/  
voltage.  
PCIPnP  
Onboard Device Configuration  
USB Configuration  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
JumperFree Configuration  
Select Menu  
AI Tuning  
[Auto]  
Disabled  
Item Specific Help  
x
x
x
x
Overclock Options  
Frequency Control  
Spread Spectrum Control  
Voltage Control  
Press [Enter] to select  
overclock profiles  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
→←  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
: Select Menu  
AI Tuning [Auto]  
Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired  
CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking  
configuration options:  
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Manual ‑ allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.  
Auto ‑ loads the optimal settings for the system.  
Standard ‑ loads the standard settings for the system.  
AI Overclock ‑ loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for  
stability when overclocking.  
The Overclock Options item is user‑configurable only when the AI Tuning is set  
to [AI Overclock].  
Overclock Options [Disable]  
Allows you to disable or set the oveclocking options.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%]  
[Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [FSB 960/800] [FSB 1280/800]  
[FSB 1000/667] [FSB 1333/667] [FSB 1200/800]  
The following items appear only when the AI Overclocking item is set to  
[Manual].  
Frequency Control  
This sub-menu allows you to set CPU, PCI Express, and memory related fields.  
Set the Overclock Profile to Manual, if you want to configure this item.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
Frequency Control  
Select Menu  
PCIE Frequency (MHz)  
[100]  
Item Specific Help  
System Clock Mode  
[Auto]  
Press [Enter] to Set.  
x New FSB Speed (QDR)  
Current FSB Speed (QDR)  
Target FSB Speed (QDR)  
[Auto]  
1066.7 MHz  
1066.7 MHz  
x
New MEM Speed (DDR)  
Current MEM Speed (DDR)  
Target MEM Speed (DDR)  
Auto  
533.3 MHz  
533.3 MHz  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
PCIE Frequency [100]  
Allows you to set the PCI Express frequency. Key-in a decimal value between  
100-150 MHz. Configuration options: [100MHz] [101MHz] ~ [150MHz]  
Selecting a very high PCIE frequency may cause the system to become  
unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.  
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System Clock Mode [CPU Precision Tweaker]  
Sets the system clock mode. The default setting [Auto], automatically  
sets the FSB and memory speeds. Set to [CPU Precision Tweaker] if you  
want to set the FSB at 1MHz increment with the memory frequency  
adjusting accordingly, setting to [CPU/MEM manual-mode] allows you to  
manually input the CPU and memory frequency. When set to [MEM Precision  
Tweaker], you can manually set the memory frequency.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [CPU Precision Tweaker] [CPU/MEM manual-  
mode] [MEM Precision Tweaker]  
The New FSB Speed (QDR) item is user‑configurable only when the System  
Clock Mode is set to [CPU Precision Tweaker] or  
[CPU/MEM manual‑mode].  
New FSB Speed (QDR) [800]  
Allows you to key-in new FSB speed. The configuration options vary  
depending on the CPU installed.  
Current FSB Speed (QDR)  
Displays the current FSB speed.  
Target FSB Speed (QDR)  
Displays the target FSB speed.  
New MEM Speed (DDR)  
Allows you to key-in new memory speed. The configuration options vary  
depending on the DDR2 memory installed.  
The New MEM Speed (QDR) item is user‑configurable only when the System  
Clock Mode is set to [MEM Precision Tweaker] or  
[CPU/MEM manual‑mode].  
Current MEM Speed (QDR)  
Displays the current MEM speed.  
Target MEM Speed (QDR)  
Displays the target MEM speed.  
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Spread Spectrum Control  
This sub-menu allows you to set the CPU, PCI Express, Serial ATA, and  
Lightning Data Transport (LDT) clock generator spread spectrum. The  
spread spectrum is used to dynamically change the system frequency  
to minimize problems with electromagnetic interference (EMI). Set the  
Overclock Profile to [Manual], if you want to configure this item.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
Spread Spectrum Control  
CPU Spread Spectrum  
PCIE Spread Spectrum  
LDT Spread Spectrum  
[Disabled]  
[nabled]  
[Enabled]  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
→←  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
: Select Menu  
CPU Spread Spectrum [Disabled]  
Disables or sets the CPU clock generator spread spectrum.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Center Spread] [Down Spread]  
[0.5% ++ Spread]  
PCIE Spread Spectrum [Down Spread]  
Disables or sets the PCI Express clock generator spread spectrum.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Down Spread]  
LDT Spread Spectrum [Center Spread]  
Disables or sets the Lightning Data Transport (LDT) clock generator  
spread spectrum.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Center Spread] [Down Spread]  
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Voltage Control  
This sub-menu allows you to set the system operating voltages. Set the  
Overclock Profile to [Manual], if you want to configure this item.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
Voltage Control  
Select Menu  
Item Specific Help  
Press [Enter] to set.  
DRAM Voltage  
[Auto]  
[+1.4V]  
[1.25V]  
[Auto]  
Chipset Core Voltage  
CPU Termination Voltage  
VCore Voltage  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
↑↓ : Select Item  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
→←: Select Menu  
DRAM Voltage [Auto]  
Allows you to set the DRAM operating voltage. Set to Auto for safe  
mode.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [1.800V] [1.900V] [2.000V] [2.100V]  
Refer to the DDR2 documentation before setting the memory voltage. Setting a  
very high memory voltage may damage the memory module(s)!  
Chipset Core Voltage [+1.4V]  
Allows you to set the chipset core voltage.  
Configuration options: [+1.4V] [+1.5V]  
CPU Termination Voltage [1.25V]  
Allows you to set the CPU termination voltage.  
Configuration options: [1.25V] [1.30V] [1.35V] [1.40V]  
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VCore Voltage [Auto]  
Sets the operating VCore voltage. Configuration options: [Auto]  
[1.6000V] [1.5875V] [1.5750V] [1.5625V] [1.5500V] [1.5375V]  
[1.5250V] [1.5125V] [1.5000V] [1.4875V] [1.4750V] [1.4625V]  
[1.4500V] [1.4375V] [1.4250V] [1.4125V] [1.4000V] [1.3875V]  
[1.3750V] [1.3625V] [1.3500V] [1.3375V] [1.3250V] [1.3125V]  
[1.3000V] [1.2875V] [1.2750V] [1.2625V] [1.2500V] [1.2375V]  
[1.2250V] [1.2125V] [1.2000V] [1.1875V] [1.1750V] [1.1625V]  
[1.1500V] [1.1375V] [1.1250V] [1.1125V] [1.1000V] [1.0875V]  
[1.0750V] [1.0625V] [1.0500V] [1.0375V] [1.0250V] [1.0125V]  
[1.0000V] [0.9875V] [0.9750V] [0.9625V] [0.9500V] [0.9375V]  
[0.9250V] [0.9125V] [0.9000V] [0.8875V] [0.8750V] [0.8625V]  
[0.8500V] [0.8375V]  
2.4.2 CPU Configuration  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
CPU Configuration  
Select Menu  
CPU Type  
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU  
1.86GHz  
Item Specific Help  
CPU Speed  
Cache RAM  
2048K  
Set Limit CPUID MaxVal to  
3 Should Be“ Disabled” for  
WinXP  
Limit CPUID MaxVal  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
Execute Disable Bit  
Virtualization Technology  
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep(tm)Tech. [Auto]  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
Limit CPUID MaxVal [Disabled]  
Enables or disables the CPU ID maximum value limit.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Excute Disable Bit [Enabled]  
When disabled, the processor forces the XD feature flag to always  
return 0. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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Virtualization Technology [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the Virtualization Technology. When  
it is enabled, a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities  
provided by Vanderpool Technology.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep(tm) Tech. [Auto]  
Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology. When  
set to [Auto], you can adjust the system power settings in the  
operation system to use the EIST feature. Set this item to [Disabled]  
if you do not want to use the EIST.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]  
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2.4.3 Chipset  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Chipset  
Advanced  
Select Menu  
LDT Frequency  
Memory Timing Configuration  
[4x]  
Item Specific Help  
Press [Enter] to set.  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
LDT Frequency [4x]  
Sets the Lightning Data Transport (LDT) frequency multiplier.  
Configuration options: [1x] [2x] [3x] [4x] [5x] [3.5x]  
Memory Timing Configuration  
This sub-menu allows you to set the memory timing configuration. Set the  
Overclock Profile to [Manual], if you want to configure this item.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
CPU/Memory Configuration  
Select Menu  
Memory Timings  
[Auto]  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Item Specific Help  
x
x
x
x
x
x
T(CAS)  
T(RCD)  
Select [Manual] to  
enter timings manually  
T(RP)  
T(RAS)  
T(RC)  
Addressing Mode  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
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Memory Timings [Auto]  
Allows you to set the memory timing parameters. The default setting  
[Auto] automatically configures the memory timings. Set to [Manual]  
if you want to input the memory timings manually.  
T (CAS) [Auto]  
Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time  
the data actually becomes available.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]  
T (RCD) [Auto]  
Sets the RAS-to-CAS delay timing.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]  
T (RP) [Auto]  
Sets the row-precharge delay timing.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]  
T (RAS) [Auto]  
Sets the row-active delay timing.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] ~ [31]  
T (RC) [Auto]  
Sets the row cycle timing.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] ~ [31]  
Addressing Mode [Auto]  
Allows you to enable two-clock addressing.  
Configuration options: [Auto] [1 clock] [2 clock]  
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2.4.4 PCIPnP  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
PCIPnP  
Select Menu  
Primiary Display Adaptor  
[PCI]  
Item Specific Help  
Select which graphics  
controller to use as the  
primary boot device.  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
Primary Display Adaptor [PCI]  
Allows you to set which graphics controller to use as primary boot device.  
Configuration options: [PCI] [PCI-E]  
2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
Onboard Device Configuration  
IDE Function Setup  
Select Menu  
Item Specific Help  
NVRAID Configuration  
Onboard Rtl Giga LAN  
Onboard Rtl Giga LAN Boot ROM  
HD Audio  
Serial Port1 Address  
Parallel Port Address  
Parallel Port Mode  
ECP Mode Use DMA  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[3F8/IRQ4]  
[378/IRQ7]  
[Bi-Directional]  
[3]  
Press [Enter] to set.  
Game Port Address  
Midi Port Address  
Midi Port IRQ  
[201]  
[330]  
[10]  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
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IDE Function Setup  
This sub-menu contains IDE function-related items. Select an item then  
press <Enter> to edit.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
IDE Function Setup  
[Enabled]  
Select Menu  
OnChip IDE Channel0  
OnChip IDE Channel1  
IDE DMA transfer access  
SATA Port 1, 2  
Item Specific Help  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
Disable/Enable OnChip  
IDE Channel0  
SATA DMA transfer  
SATA Port 3, 4  
SATA2 DMA transfer  
IDE Prefetch Mode  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
OnChip IDE Channel0 [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the onchip IDE channel 0 controller .  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
OnChip IDE Channel1 [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the onchip IDE channel 1 controller .  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
IDE DMA transfer access [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the IDE DMA transfer access.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
SATA Port 1, 2 [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the SATA 1 and 2 ports.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
SATA DMA transfer [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the SATA DMA transfer access.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
SATA Port 3, 4 [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the SATA 3 and 4 ports.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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SATA2 DMA transfer [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the SATA2 DMA transfer access.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
IDE Prefetch Mode [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the IDE prefetch mode.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
NVRAID Configuration  
This sub-menu contains NVRAID function-related items. Select an item then  
press <Enter> to edit.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
NVRAID Configuration  
Select Menu  
RAID Enabled  
x SATA 1  
x SATA 2  
x SATA 3  
x SATA 4  
[Disabled]  
Disabled  
Disabled  
Disabled  
Disabled  
Item Specific Help  
Disable/Enable NVIDIA  
RAID feature.  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
RAID Enabled [Disabled]  
Enables or disables the onboard RAID controller. When Enabled, the  
succeeding items becomes user-configurable.  
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  
First, Second, Third, Fourth SATA Master RAID [Disabled]  
Enables or disables the RAID function of the first, second, third or  
fourth SATA master drive. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  
Onboard Rtl Giga LAN [Enabled]  
Enables or disables the onboard Rtl Giga LAN Interface.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
OnBoard Rtl Giga LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the bootrom of the onboard Rtl Giga LAN.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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HD Audio [Enabled]  
Allows you to disable or enabled the onboard HD audio controller.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]  
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/  
IRQ3] [Auto]  
Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]  
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [378/IRQ7] [278/IRQ5] [3BC/IRQ7]  
Parallel Port Mode [Bi-Directional]  
Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode.  
Configuration options: [Normal] [EPP] [ECP] [Bi-Directional]  
ECP Mode Use DMA [3]  
Allows selection of ECP Mode. Configuration options: [1] [3]  
Game Port Address [201]  
Allows you to select the Game Port address or to disable the port.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [201] [209]  
Midi Port Address [330]  
Allows you to select the Game Port address or to disable the port.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [330] [300]  
Midi Port IRQ [10]  
Allows you to set the Midi port IRQ address. Configuration options: [5] [10]  
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2.4.6 USB Configuration  
The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features.  
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Advanced  
USB Configuration  
Select Menu  
USB Controller  
USB 2.0 Controller  
USB Legacy support  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
Item Specific Help  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
→←  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
: Select Menu  
USB Controller [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the onchip USB controller.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
USB Legacy Support [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating  
systems (OS). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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2.5  
Power menu  
The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced  
Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power  
Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the  
configuration options.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
Advanced  
Power  
Boot  
Exit  
ACPI Suspend Type  
ACPI APIC support  
APM Configuration  
Hardware Monitor  
[S1&S3]  
Enabled  
Select Menu  
Item Specific Help  
Select the ACPI state  
used for System  
Suspend.  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
2.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type [S1&S3]  
Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface  
(ACPI) state to be used for system suspend.  
Configuration options: [S1 (POS)] [S3(STR)] [S1&S3]  
2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]  
The default option of this item is Enabled. You are not allows to change the  
setting.  
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2.5.3 APM Configuration  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Power  
APM Configuration  
Select Menu  
Restore on AC Power Loss  
[Power-Off]  
[Disabled]  
[Instant-Off]  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
0
Item Specific Help  
HDD Down In Suspend  
PWR Button < 4 secs  
Press [ENTER] to  
Power On By PCI/PCIE Devices  
Power On By External Modems  
Power On by RTC Alarm  
Date (of Month) Alarm  
Time (hh:mm) Alarm  
select whether or not  
to restart the system  
after AC power loss.  
x
x
0 :0 : 0  
Power Up By PS/2 Mouse  
Power Up By PS/2 Keyboard  
[Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power-Off]  
Allows you to enable or disable the Restore on AC Power Loss function.  
Configuration options: [Power-Off] [Power-On]  
HDD Down In Suspend [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the HDD Down In Suspend feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off]  
Allows you to set the event after the power button is pressed for more  
than 4 seconds. Configuration options: [Suspend] [Instant-Off]  
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]  
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system  
through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power  
supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Power On By External Modems [Disabled]  
This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the  
computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in  
Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and  
applications are fully running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the  
first try. Turning an external modem off and then back on while the  
computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system  
power on.  
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Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this  
item is set to Enabled, the items Date of Month Alarm and Time (hh:mm:ss)  
Alarm items become user-configurable with set values.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Date (of Month) Alarm [Disabled]  
To set the date of alarm, highlight this item and press <Enter> to display  
the Day of Month Alarm pop-up menu. Key-in a value within the specified  
range then press <Enter>. Configuration options: [Min=0] [Max=31]  
Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm [Disabled]  
To set the time of alarm:  
1. Highlight this item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up menu for the  
hour field.  
2. Key-in a value (Min=0, Max=23), then press <Enter>.  
3. Press <TAB> to move to the minutes field then press <Enter>.  
4. Key-in a minute value (Min=0, Max=59), then press <Enter>.  
5. Press <TAB> to move to the seconds field then press <Enter>.  
6. Key-in a value (Min=0, Max=59), then press <Enter>.  
Power Up By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]  
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse  
to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that  
provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]  
Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set  
specific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature  
requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-ESC] [Power Key]  
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2.5.4 Hardware Monitor  
The items in this sub-menu displays the hardware monitor values  
automatically detected by the BIOS. It also allows you to change CPU Q-Fan  
feature-related parameters. Select an item then press <Enter> to display  
the configuration options.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Power  
Hardware Monitor  
[Disabled]  
Select Menu  
Q-Fan Controller  
Vcore Voltage  
3.3V Voltage  
5V Voltage  
Item Specific Help  
[
1.37V]  
3.24V]  
5.05V]  
[
[
Press [Enter] to  
enable or disable  
12V Voltage  
[ 11.90V]  
CPU Temperature  
M/B Temperature  
CPU FAN Speed  
43ºC  
41ºC  
4470 RPM  
0 RPM  
PWR FAN Speed  
CHA FAN Speed  
CPU Fan Speed warning  
0 RPM  
[800 RPM]  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
→←  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
: Select Menu  
Q-Fan Controller [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
VCORE Voltage, +12V Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5VCC  
Voltage  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage  
output through the onboard voltage regulators. These items are not  
user-configurable.  
CPU Temperature, M/B Temperature  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the  
motherboard and CPU temperatures. These items are not user-configurable.  
CPU Fan Speed, PWR Fan Speed, CHA Fan Speed  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU,  
Power, and Chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is  
not connected to the motherboard, the field shows 0. These items are not  
user-configurable.  
CPU Fan Speed warning [800 RPM]  
Allows you to set the CPU fan warning speed.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [800 RPM] [1200 RPM] [1600 RPM]  
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2.6  
Boot menu  
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select  
an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
Advanced  
Power  
Boot  
Exit  
Select Menu  
Boot Device Priority  
Removable Drives  
Boot Settings Configuration  
Security  
Item Specific Help  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Power  
Boot Device Priority  
Select Menu  
Item Specific Help  
1st Boot Device  
2nd Boot Device  
3rd Boot Device  
4th Boot Device  
[Removable]  
[Hard Disk]  
[CDROM]  
Select your boot  
device priority  
[Disabled]  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
→←  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
: Select Menu  
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [Removable]  
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available  
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends  
on the number of devices installed in the system.  
Configuration options: [Removable] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Disabled]  
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2.6.2 Removable Drives  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Boot  
Removable Drives  
Select Menu  
1. Floppy Disks  
Item Specific Help  
Use < > or < > to  
↑
↓
select a device, then  
press <+> to move it  
up, or <-> to move it  
down the list. Press  
<ESC> to exit this  
menu.  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
1. Floppy Disks  
Allows you to assign a removable drive attached to the system.  
2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Boot  
Boot Settings Configuration  
Select Menu  
Case Open Warning  
[Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[On]  
Item Specific Help  
Quick Boot  
Boot Up Floppy Seek  
Bootup Num-Lock  
Typematic Rate Setting  
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec)  
Typematic Delay (Msec)  
Full Screen LOGO  
Halt On  
Press [Enter] to  
enable or disable.  
[Disabled]  
6
x
x
250  
[Enabled]  
[All, But Keyboard]  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
Case Open Warning [Enabled]  
Enables or disables the chassis open status feature. Setting to Enabled,  
clears the chassis open status. Refer to section “1.10.2 Internal connectors”  
for setting details. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Quick Boot [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the system quick boot feature.  
When Enabled, the system skips certain tests while booting.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]  
Enable this item to allow the BIOS to check a floppy drive during POST.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Bootup Num-Lock [On]  
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.  
Configuration options: [Off] [On]  
Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]  
Allows you to set the keystroke rate. Enable this item to configure the  
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) and the Typematic Delay (Msec).  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
The items Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) and Typematic Delay (Msec)  
becomes user-configurable only when the item Typematic Rate Setting is  
enabled.  
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]  
Allows you to select the rate at which a character repeats when you hold a  
key. Configuration options: [6] [8] [10] [12] [15] [20] [24] [30]  
Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]  
Allows you to set the delay before keystrokes begin to repeat.  
Configuration options: [250] [500] [750] [1000]  
Full Screen LOGO [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
Make sure that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you want to use the  
ASUS MyLogo2™ feature.  
Halt On [All, But Keyboard]  
Allows you to error report type.  
Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard]  
[All, But Diskette] [All, But Disk/Key]  
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2.6.4 Security  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Boot  
Security  
Select Menu  
Supervisor Password  
User Password  
Password Check  
Clear  
Item Specific Help  
Clear  
[Setup]  
Supervisor password  
controls full access,  
<Enter> to change  
password.  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
Supervisor Password  
User Password  
These fields allow you to set passwords:  
To set a password:  
1. Select an item then press <Enter>.  
2. Type in a password using a combination of a maximum of eight (8)  
alpha-numeric characters, then press <Enter>.  
3. When prompted, confirm the password by typing the exact characters  
again, then press <Enter>. The password field setting is changed to  
[Set].  
To clear the password:  
1. Select the password field and press <Enter> twice. The following  
message appears:  
PASSWORD DISABLED !!!  
Press any key to continue...  
2. Press any key to continue. The password field setting is changed to  
Clear.  
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A note about passwords  
The Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS Setup program  
preventing unauthorized access. The User password is required to  
boot the system preventing unauthorized use.  
Forgot your password?  
If you forget your password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS  
Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the password  
information is powered by the onboard button cell battery. If you  
need to erase the CMOS RAM, refer to section “1.9 Jumpers” for  
instructions.  
Password Check  
This field requires you to enter the password before entering the BIOS  
setup or the system. Select [Setup] to require the password before  
entering the BIOS Setup. Select [System] to require the password before  
entering the system.  
Configuration options: [Setup] [System]  
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2.7  
Exit menu  
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values  
for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.  
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility  
Main  
Advanced  
Power  
Boot  
Exit  
Exit & Save Changes  
Exit & Discard Changes  
Load Setup Default  
Discard Changes  
Select Menu  
Item Specific Help  
This option save data  
to CMOS and exiting  
the setup menu.  
F1:Help  
ESC: Exit  
: Select Item  
: Select Menu  
-/+: Change Value  
Enter: Select Sub-menu  
F5: Setup Defaults  
F10: Save and Exit  
↑↓  
→←  
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the  
options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.  
Exit & Save Changes  
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the  
Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM.  
An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even  
when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation  
window appears. Select Yes to save changes and exit.  
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes,  
the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save  
your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while  
exiting.  
Exit & Discard Changes  
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you  
made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than  
System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation  
before exiting.  
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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 you select this option or if you press <F5>,  
a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to load default values. Select  
Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the  
non-volatile RAM.  
Discard Changes  
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the  
previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears.  
Select Yes to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.  
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This chapter describes the contents  
of the support CD that comes with  
the motherboard package.  
Software  
3
support  
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3.1  
Installing an operating system  
This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/2003 Server/XP/64-bit  
XP operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and  
corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.  
•
Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup  
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to  
your OS documentation for detailed information.  
•
Make sure that you install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the  
Windows® XP Service Pack2 or later versions before installing the  
drivers for better compatibility and system stability.  
3.2  
Support CD information  
The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the  
drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all  
motherboard features.  
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time  
without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.  
3.2.1 Running the support CD  
Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the  
Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.  
Click an icon to  
display support  
CD/motherboard  
information  
Click an item to install  
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the  
support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-  
click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.  
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3.2.2 Drivers menu  
The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects  
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.  
nVidia nForce Chipset Driver  
Installs the NVIDIA® nForce™ Chipset driver.  
SoundMAX ADI1986A Audio Driver  
Installs the SoundMAX® ADI1986A audio controller and application.  
USB 2.0 Driver  
Installs the USB 2.0 driver.  
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3.2.3 Utilities menu  
The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the  
motherboard supports.  
ASUS Ai Booster  
Allows you to install the ASUS Ai booster software.  
ASUS PC Probe II  
This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system  
voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you  
keep your computer in healthy operating condition.  
ASUS Update  
Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS  
website.  
Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet  
connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.  
ASUS Screen Saver  
Installs the ASUS screen saver.  
ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0  
Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V7.0.  
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Microsoft DirectX 9.0c  
Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c  
is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound.  
DirectX® improves the multimedia features of you computer so you can  
enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your  
computer. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for updates.  
Anti-Virus Utility  
The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses.  
View the online help for detailed information.  
3.2.4 Make Disk menu  
The Make Disk menu contains items to create the NVIDIA® nForce™ 4 SATA  
RAID driver disk.  
NVIDIA 32bit SATA RAID Driver  
Creates the NVIDIA® 32bit SATA RAID driver.  
NVIDIA 64bit SATA RAID Driver  
Creates the NVIDIA® 64bit SATA RAID driver.  
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3.2.5 Manual menu  
The Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an  
item to open the folder of the user manual.  
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Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install  
the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening  
a user manual file.  
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Some user manuals listed in this menu may not be applicable for this  
motherboard model.  
Nvidia RAID User’s Guide  
Allows you to open the Nvidia® RAID user guide.  
Nvidia RAID Disk Alert User's Guide  
Allows you to open the Nvidia® RAID disk alert user guide.  
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3.2.6 ASUS Contact information  
Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also  
find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.  
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