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Contents
Contents ............................................................................................. iii
Notices................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
How this guide is organized .................................................. viii
Where to find more information ............................................ viii
Conventions used in this guide ............................................... ix
Typography......................................................................................... ix
NCLV-D (A) specifications summary ................................................... x
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1
1.2
1.3
Welcome!.............................................................................. 1-1
Package contents ................................................................. 1-1
Special features.................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1
1.3.2
Product highlights................................................... 1-2
Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-4
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1
2.2
Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1
Motherboard overview.......................................................... 2-2
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.2.3
2.2.4
2.2.5
Placement direction ................................................ 2-2
Screw holes ............................................................ 2-2
Support plates for motherboard............................. 2-3
Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-7
Layout contents ..................................................... 2-8
2.3
2.4
Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................2-10
2.3.1
2.3.2
Installling the CPU .................................................2-10
Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ......................2-12
System memory .................................................................2-14
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.4.3
2.4.4
Overview...............................................................2-14
Memory configurations .........................................2-14
Installing a DIMM ...................................................2-15
Removing a DIMM .................................................2-15
2.5
2.6
Expansion slots...................................................................2-16
2.5.1
2.5.2
2.5.3
2.5.4
2.5.5
Installing an expansion card..................................2-16
Configuring an expansion card..............................2-16
Interrupt assignments ..........................................2-17
PCI Express x8 slot ...............................................2-17
PCI/PCI-X slots......................................................2-18
Jumpers..............................................................................2-19
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2.7
Connectors .........................................................................2-25
2.7.1
2.7.2
Rear panel connectors ..........................................2-25
Internal connectors...............................................2-26
Chapter 3: Powering up
3.1
3.2
Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1
Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2
3.2.1
3.2.2
Using the OS shut down function ........................... 3-2
Using the dual function power switch .................... 3-2
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1
Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
Creating a bootable floppy disk.............................. 4-1
AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 4-2
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 4-5
ASUS Update utility ................................................ 4-7
4.2
BIOS setup program ...........................................................4-10
4.2.1
4.2.2
4.2.3
4.2.4
4.2.5
4.2.6
4.2.7
4.2.8
4.2.9
BIOS menu screen.................................................4-11
Menu bar...............................................................4-11
Navigation keys ....................................................4-11
Menu items ...........................................................4-12
Sub-menu items ...................................................4-12
Configuration fields ..............................................4-12
Pop-up window .....................................................4-12
Scroll bar ..............................................................4-12
General help ..........................................................4-12
4.3
Main menu ..........................................................................4-13
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5
4.3.6
System Time.........................................................4-13
System Date .........................................................4-13
Legacy Diskette A ................................................4-13
Primary, Third and Fourth IDE Master/Slave .........4-14
IDE Configuration ..................................................4-15
System Information ..............................................4-16
4.4
Advanced menu..................................................................4-17
4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
4.4.4
4.4.5
4.4.6
4.4.7
USB Configuration.................................................4-17
MPS Configuration ................................................4-18
Remote Access Configuration ..............................4-19
CPU Configuration.................................................4-21
Chipset .................................................................4-22
Onboard Devices Configuration ............................4-23
PCI PnP .................................................................4-24
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4.5
4.6
4.7
Power menu........................................................................4-26
4.5.1
4.5.2
4.5.3
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]................................4-26
APM Configuration ................................................4-27
Hardware Monitor .................................................4-29
Boot menu ..........................................................................4-31
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3
Boot Device Priority..............................................4-31
Boot Settings Configuration .................................4-32
Security ................................................................4-33
Exit menu ...........................................................................4-36
Appendix: Block Diagram
A.1
NCLV-D (A) block diagram ...................................................A-1
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
•
•
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics
card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or
modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
•
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
•
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables
are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing
system before you add a device.
•
•
•
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
•
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
•
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read
all the manuals that came with the package.
•
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
•
•
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
•
•
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and
configuring the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts:
•
Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports.
•
Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing system components. It includes description of
the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
•
•
Chapter 3: Powering up
This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST
messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
•
Appendix: Reference information
This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to
when configuring the motherboard.
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+D>
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 /iNCLV-D.ROM
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NCLV-D (A) specifications summary
CPU
Dual 604-pin sockets for Intel® Xeon™ processors with
Extended Memory 64-bit Technology (EM64T)
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
Chipset
Northbridge: Intel® E7320 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)
Southbridge: Intel® 6300ESB
Front Side Bus
Memory
800 MHz
Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support registered ECC
333 MHz DDR memory modules
Supports 256 MB up to 16 GB of system memory
Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express x8 slot (PCI Express 1.0a, x4 Link)
1 x PCI-X 66 MHz/64-bit slot (PCI-X 1.0)
1 x PCI-X 66 MHz/64-bit slot (supports ZCR, PCI-X 1.0)
2 x PCI 33 MHz/32-bit/5V (PCI 2.3)
1 x Mini-PCI socket for the ASUS Server Management Board
Storage
Intel® 6300ESB South Bridge supports:
- 2 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33
- 2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1 configuration
and Intel® Matrix Storage Technology
Optional:
Adaptec AIC-8130 PCI-X SATA-II controller supports:
- 4 x SATAII 300 with RAID 0, RAID 1configuration
- Zero-Channel RAID (optional)
LAN
Dual Gigabit LAN controller
• Broadcom BMC5721 Gigabit LAN controller
- PCI Express 1.0a specifications compliant
• Broadcom BMC5705E Gigabit LAN controller
- PCI 2.3 specifications compliant
USB
Intel® 6300ESB South Bridge supports:
-
4 USB 2.0 ports (2 on the rear panel, 2 on the front panel)
Special features
ASUS Smart Fan
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS MyLogo2
BIOS features
AMI BIOS, 8 MB Flash ROM, Green, PnP, DMI2.0a, SMBIOS
2.3, WfM2.0
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NCLV-D (A) specifications summary
Rear panel
1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)
1 x Serial port
2 x LAN (RJ-45) port
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Serial (COM2) port
Internal
connectors
Floppy disk drive connector
Primary IDE connector
Serial ATA connectors
Serial ATA RAID connectors (optional)
Hard disk activity LED connector
Chassis intrusion connector
Parallel port connector
CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors
USB connectors
SSI 24-pin and 8-pin PSU connector
Serial port connector
Backplane SMBus connector
System panel connector
Auxiliary panel connector
Power
Requirement
SSI power supply (with 24-pin and 8-pin 12 V plugs)
ATX 12V 2.0 compliant
Form Factor
E-ATX form factor: 12 in x 10.5 in (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm)
Support CD
contents
Device drivers
ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM)
ASUS Live Update Utility
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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This chapter describes the motherboard
features and the new technologies
it supports.
Product
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1
1.1
1.2
1.3
Welcome!.............................................................................. 1-1
Package contents ................................................................. 1-1
Special features.................................................................... 1-2
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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS® NCLV-D (A) motherboard!
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies,
making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it,
check the items in your package with the list below.
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard
Cables
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2 x Serial ATA signal cables
1 x Serial ATA power cables (dual-plug)
3-in-1 disk drive cable
Accessories
2 x CEK spring
CPU X-Pad kit
I/O shield
Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD (includes ASWM)
Documentation User guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
Latest processor technology
The motherboard comes with dual 604-pin surface mount ZIF sockets
designed for the Intel® Xeon™ processor with 800 MHz Front Side Bus
(FSB) and 1 MB L2 cache. The processor incorporates the Intel®
Hyper-Threading Technology, the Intel® NetBurst™ micro-architecture that
features hyper-pipelined technology, and Extended Memory 64-bit
Technology (EM64T). The EM64T enables the support for 64-bit operation
system, such as 64-bit Windows® and Linux. See page 2-10 for details.
Intel® E7320 and Intel® 6300 ESB chipset
The Intel® E7320 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the Intel® 6300ESB I/O
controller hub (ICH) provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard.
The MCH provides the processor, dual-channel DDR-333 registered ECC
memory, and PCI Express interfaces. The ICH is a new generation server
class I/O controller hub that provides the interface for PCI-X 1.0.
DDR 333 memory support
The motherboard supports DDR 333 registered ECC memory which features
data transfer rates of 333 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of
the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel
DDR 333 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to
boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of
up to 5.3 GB/s.
Serial ATA technology
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA
interfaces controlled by the Intel® 6300ESB and the Adaptec AIC-8130
(optional). The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables
with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 150 MB/s data
transfer rate for 6300 ESB and 300 MB/s for AIC-8130. See page 2-27 and
2-28 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 or PCI-X specifications. See page 2-18 for details.
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Gigabit LAN solution
The motherboard comes with an onboard Gigabit LAN controller to provide
a total solution for your networking needs. The onboard Broadcom
BCM5721 controller uses the PCI Express interface and the BCM5705E
Gigabit LAN controller uses the PCI interface with a network throughput
close to Gigabit bandwidth. See page 2-25 for details.
Built-in SATA RAID solution
The Intel® 6300ESB allows RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration for two SATA
connectors and supports the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology. See page
2-27 for details.
The optional Adaptec AIC-8130 PCI-X SATA-II controller supports four
additional SATA connectors, and allows RAID 0 and RAID 1. See page 2-28
for details.
Zero-Channel RAID (ZCR) solution (on SATA models only)
The Adaptec AIC-8130 PCI-X SATA-II controller also supports an optional
Zero-Channel RAID card on the 64-bit PCI-X slot to create a RAID solution,
including RAID0 (striping), RAID1 (mirroring), RAID0+1, and RAID5. The ZCR
capability provides a cost-effective high-performance and added reliability.
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 page 2-25 and 2-30 for details.
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond
Super I/O) to prevent overheating and damage. The system fan rotations
per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely failure detection. The ASIC
monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for critical
components. See page 4-29 and 4-30 for details.
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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 4-5 for details.
ASUS Smart Fan technology
The ASUS Smart Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according
to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
|See page 4-29 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 4-32 for
details.
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This chapter lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform
when installing system components.
It includes description of the jumpers
and connectors on the motherboard.
Hardware
2
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Chapter summary
2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1
Motherboard overview.......................................................... 2-2
Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................2-10
System memory .................................................................2-14
Expansion slots...................................................................2-16
Jumpers ..............................................................................2-19
Connectors .........................................................................2-25
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2.1 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 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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ON
OFF
Standby
Power
Powered
Off
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2.2 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 chassis power cord before installing or removing
the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
2.2.1 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.
2.2.2 Screw holes
Place ten (10) 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.
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Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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2.2.3 Support plates for motherboard
For additional protection from motherboard breakage due to the weight of
the CPU heatsinks, your motherboard package comes with a solution kit
that consists of:
• 2 x metal support plates
• 1 x contour sheet
• 3 different sets of metal nuts and rubber pads for varied chassis
standoffs (each set contains 8 metal nuts and 2 rubber pads)
To install the support plates:
1. Open and lay your system chassis
flat on a stable surface, then
place the motherboard standoffs
on the holes as shown.
Standoff
2. Align the holes of the contour sheet with the standoffs on the base of
the chassis. Press the sheet flat making sure that it is completely
affixed to the chassis.
3. Determine the height of the standoffs on your chassis, and select the
appropriate set of metal nuts and rubber pads from your package.
Use a nut size that is slightly lower than the standoffs on your chassis.
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4. Use a plier to attach four nuts to
the bolts on the metal support
plate.
5. Align a rubber pad to the
rectagular mark on the center of
the plate, then press to attach.
6. Remove the adhesive label
underneath a plate.
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7. Carefully align and place the plate
on a rectangular cut on the
contour sheet.
Make sure that the metal support plates fit perfectly to the rectangular
cuts on the contour sheet; otherwise, the CPU heatsink screws would
not align to the metal nuts.
8. Repeat steps 4 and 7 to prepare
and install the second plate.
9. Remove the contour sheet from
the chassis.
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The support plates appear as
shown when installed.
10. Install the motherboard with the
external I/O ports toward the
chassis rear panel. The CPU
sockets should be right on top
of the support plates.
Heatsink hole matched to
a nut on the support plate
Make sure that the CPU heatsink holes on the motherboard perfectly
match the metal nuts on the support plates; otherwise, you can not
install the CPU heatsinks properly.
11. Secure the motherboard with nine (9) screws. Refer to section
“2.2.2 Screw holes” for illustration.
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2.2.4 Motherboard layout
26.8cm (10.5in)
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SSI12V1
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
SSIPWR1
KBPWR1
REAR_FAN1
PSUSMB1
USB12
USBPW12
DDR DDR_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DDR_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DDR_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DDR_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
FM_CPU1
CPU1
CPU_FAN1
LAN1
LAN2
Intel
MCH
E7320
Gigabit
CPU2
LAN
BCM5721
LAN_EN1
REAR_FAN2
Gigabit
LAN
BCM5705E
FM_CPU2
CPU_FAN2
FRNT_FAN1
FRNT_FAN2
PCIX1 (64-bit PCI-X)
SATA_EN1
LAN_EN2
PCIX2 (64-bit PCI-X)
PCIE3(x4 link)
ATI
Adaptec
AIC-8130
RAGE XL
VGA
SATA2
Controller
VGA_EN1
Intel
ICH
6300ESB
PCI4 (32-bit 5V PCI)
SB_PWR1
RECOVERY1
SATA1
PCI5 (32-bit 5V PCI)
Super
I/O
USB34
HDLED1
AUX_PANEL1
BMCSOCKET1
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
BMCCONN1
BPSMB1
SEC_IDE1
PRI_IDE1
USBPW34
8Mbit
Flash
BIOS
8130 LED1
FLOPPY1
LPT1
CLRTC1
COM2
PANEL1
The Adaptec AIC-8130 RAID controller and RAID Serial ATA features are
optional. These components are grayed out in the above motherboard
layout.
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2.2.5 Layout contents
Slots
Page
2-10
2-14
2-18
1. CPU sockets
2. DDR DIMM sockets
3. PCI/PCI-X/PCI Express slots
Jumpers
Page
2-19
2-20
2-20
2-21
2-21
2-22
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1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
2. CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2)
3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34)
4. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
5. Gigabit LAN (BCM5721) controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1)
6. Gigabit LAN (BCM5705E) controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN2)
7. SATA controller setting (3-pin SATA_EN1)
8. 8130 LED setting (3-pin 8130LED1)
9. VGA Graphics controller setting (3-pin VGA-EN1)
10. BIOS Recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)
Rear panel connectors
1. PS/2 mouse port (green)
2. PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
3. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2
4. Serial (COM1) port
5. Video port
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7. LAN2 (RJ-45) port
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Internal connectors
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1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)
2. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)
3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)
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4. Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_RAID1, SATA_RAID2,
SATA_RAID3, SATA_RAID4) (Optional)
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5. Hard disk activity LED connector (2-pin HDLED1)
6. CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,
REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2)
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7. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
8. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)
9. SSI power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1)
10. Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)
11. Power Supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)
12. Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT1)
13. BMC Connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)
14. Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)
Chassis intrusion connector (3-pin CASEOPEN)
LAN1 Link activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LINKACTLED)
LAN2 Link activity LED (2-pin LAN2_LINKACTLED)
Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1)
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Locator LED 2 (2-pin LOCATORLED2)
Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN)
Front Panel System Bus (6-1 pin)
15. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)
System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED)
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Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)
System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER)
ATX power button/soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)
Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET)
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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with surface mount 604-pin Zero Insertion Force
(ZIF) sockets. The sockets are designed for the Intel® Xeon™ processor in
the 604-pin package with 1 MB L2 cache. The new generation Xeon™
processor supports 800 MHz system bus and Extended Memory 64-bit
Technology (EM64T).
2.3.1 Installling the CPU
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU sockets on the motherboard.
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Intel Xeon
Gold Arrow
Pin A1
NCLV-D CPU Socket 604
If installing only one CPU, use the socket CPU1.
2. Flip up the socket lever and push
it all the way to the other side.
Make sure that the socket
lever is pushed back all the
way, otherwise the CPU does
not fit in completely.
Socket for CPU1
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3. Position the CPU above the
socket as shown.
4. Carefully insert the CPU into the
socket until it fits in place.
The CPU fits only in one
correct orientation. DO NOT
force the CPU into the socket
to prevent bending the pins
and damaging the CPU!
Marked corner
(gold arrow)
5. Carefully push down the socket
lever to secure the CPU. The
lever clicks on the side tab to
indicate that it is locked.
6. Apply the thermal interface
material (thermal grease) to the
top of the CPU. This thermal
grease should come with the CPU
package.
7. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you wish
to install a second CPU.
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2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
The Intel® Xeon™ processors require an Intel certified heatsink and fan
assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
When you buy a boxed Intel CPU, the package includes the heatsink, fan,
retention brackets, screws, thermal grease, installation manual, and other
items that are necessary for CPU installation.
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•
Make sure that you have applied the thermal grease to the top of
the CPU before installing the heatsink and fan.
Refer to the installation manual that came with the CPU package for
details on heatsink/fan assembly and installation.
CPU heatsink (top view)
CPU heatsink (bottom view)
Heatsink screw
Before installing the CPU heatsinks, ensure that the jumpers FM_CPU1
and FM_CPU2 are set correctly depending on the pin definition of your
CPU fan cables. Refer to page 2-19 for information on these jumpers.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the
installed CPU, making sure that
the four screws on the heatsink
align with the nuts on the
support plate.
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2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to
tighten the four heatsink screws
in a diagonal sequence.
3. Connect the fan cable to the
4-pin connector labeled
CPU_FAN1.
Do not forget to connect the
CPU fan connector! Hardware
monitoring errors may occur if
you fail to plug this connector.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to install
the other heatsink if you have
installed a second CPU, then
connect the fan cable to the
4-pin connector labeled
CPU_FAN2.
The heatsinks appear as shown
when installed.
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2.4 System memory
2.4.1 Overview
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline
Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but has a
184-pin footprint. DDR DIMMs are notched to match the break on the
socket and ensure correct installation.
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets:
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104 Pins
80 Pins
DDR_B2
DDR_A2
DDR_B1
DDR_A1
NCLV-D 184-Pin DDR DIMM sockets
2.4.2 Memory configurations
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB registered ECC DDR DIMMs into
the DIMM sockets.
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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 DDR Qualified Vendors List on
the following URL for details.
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•
Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than
8 GB system memory when you installed four 2 GB DDR memory
modules.
This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double sided x16 memory modules.
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2.4.3 Installing a DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs
or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage
to both the motherboard and the components.
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1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
DDR DIMM notch
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
1
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such
that the notch on the DIMM
matches the break on the
socket.
1
Unlocked retaining clip
A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the DIMM
is properly seated.
Locked Retaining Clip
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM
2
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.
1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.
1
1
DDR DIMM notch
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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2.5 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.
2.5.1 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.
2.5.2 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 4 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.
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2.5.3 Interrupt assignments
Standard interrupt assignments
I R Q
Priority
Standard Function
0
1
2
System Timer
1
Keyboard Controller
2
—
11
12
13
14
15
3
Re-direct to IRQ#9
3
Communications Port (COM2)*
Communications Port (COM1)*
IRQ holder for PCI steering*
Floppy Disk Controller
4
5
6
7
Printer Port (LPT1)*
8
System CMOS/Real Time Clock
IRQ holder for PCI steering*
IRQ holder for PCI steering*
IRQ holder for PCI steering*
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
Numeric Data Processor
Primary IDE Channel
9
4
10
11
12
13
14
15
5
6
7
8
9
10
Secondary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
2.5.4 PCI Express x8 slot
The onboard PCI Express x8 slot provides x4 link to the MCH. This slot is
designed for various server class high performance add-on cards like SCSI
RAID card, fiber-channel card, etc.
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2.5.5 PCI/PCI-X slots
The PCI/PCI-X slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card,
and other cards that comply with PCI 2.3 and PCI-X 1.0 specifications. The
figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.
32-bit PCI slot
64-bit PCI-X slot
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2.6 Jumpers
1 . Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in
CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system
setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard
button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the
cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back
to pins 1-2.
4. 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!
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CLRTC1
2 1
3 2
Normal
(Default)
Clear CMOS
NCLV-D Clear RTC RAM
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to
overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU
Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS
can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.
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2 . CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2)
These jumpers allow you to connect either a 3-pin or a 4-pin fan cable
plug to the CPU fan connectors (CPU_FAN1, CPU_FAN2). Set these
jumpers to pins 1-2 if you are using a 3-pin fan cable plug, or to pins
2-3 if you are using a 4-pin plug.
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FM_CPU1
1 2
2 3
DC mode
(Default)
PWM
FM_CPU2
2 1
3 2
DC mode
(Default)
PWM
NCLV-D FM_CPU Setting
3 . USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34)
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).
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USBPW12
1 2
2 3
+5V
+5VSB
(Default)
1 2
USBPW34
2 3
+5V
+5VSB
(Default)
NCLV-D USB device wake-up
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•
The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can
provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise, the
system 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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4 . Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up
feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer
when you press a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar).
This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A
on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
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KBPWR1
1 2
2 3
+5V
+5VSB
(Default)
NCLV-D Keyboard power setting
5 . Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1)
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Broadcom
BCM5721 Gigabit LAN controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the
Gigabit LAN feature.
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LAN_EN1
2 1
3 2
Enable
(Default)
Disable
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6 . Gigabit LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN2)
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Broadcom
BCM5705E Gigabit LAN controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the
Gigabit LAN feature.
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LAN_EN2
3
2
1
2
Enable
(Default)
Disable
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7 . SATA controller setting (3-pin SATA_EN1) (Optional)
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Adaptec
AIC-8130 SATA RAID controller. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the SATA
RAID feature.
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SATA_EN1
1
2
2
3
Enable
(Default)
Disable
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8 . 8130 LED setting (3-pin 8130LED1) (Optional)
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard 8130 LED.
Set to pins 1-2 to enable the LED.
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8130 LED1
1 2
2 3
Disable
(Default)
Enable
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9 . VGA Graphics controller setting (3-pin VGA_EN1)
These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard ATI Rage XL
video graphics controller. Set to pins 1-2 to enable the video graphics
controller.
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VGA_EN1
1
2
2
3
Enable
(Default)
Disable
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10. BIOS Recovery (3-pin RECOVERY1)
This jumper allows you to recover your original BIOS from a floppy disk
in case the BIOS codes and data are corrupted.
To recover the BIOS:
1.Turn OFF your computer and unplug the power cord.
2.Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
3.Insert a floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file.
4.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
5.The system searches for the BIOS file in the floppy then reflashes
the BIOS.
6.When finished, shut down your computer.
7.Replace the jumper cap from pins 2-3 to pins 1-2.
8.Reboot your computer.
9.Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS
setup to re-enter data.
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RECOVERY1
1
2
2
3
Normal
BIOS Recovery
(Default)
NCLV-D BIOS recovery setting
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2.7 Connectors
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1 . PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.
2 . PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
3. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus
(USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
4 . Serial (COM1) port. This 9-pin communication port is for pointing
devices or other serial devices.
5 . Video port. This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible
devices.
6. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local
Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below
for the LAN port LED indications.
7 . LAN 2 (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local
Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below
for the LAN port LED indications.
LAN port LED indications
ACT/LINK SPEED
ACT/LINK LED
Status Description
SPEED LED
L E D
L E D
Status
OFF
Description0
10 Mbps connection
OFF
No link
Linked
GREEN
BLINKING
ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
1 Gbps connection
Data activity GREEN
LAN port
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2.7.2 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.
NCLV-D Floppy disk drive connector
2 . IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1)
These connectors are for Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cables. The Ultra
DMA 100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for
the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for
an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive),
and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE master device (hard
disk drive). If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the
second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer
to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
•
Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole
on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion
when you connect the IDE cable.
•
Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.
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SEC_IDE1
PIN 1
PRI_IDE1
PIN 1
NOTE: Orient the red markings
(usually zigzag) on the IDE
ribbon cable to PIN 1.
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3 . Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA
hard disk drives.
If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0 or
RAID 1 configuration with the Adaptec® HostRAID Technology through
the onboard Intel® 6300ESB integrated RAID controller.
These connectors are set to Standard IDE mode by default. In
Standard IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk
drives to these connectors. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set
using these connectors, set the Configure SATA As item in the BIOS
to [RAID]. See section “4.3.6 IDE Configuration” on page 4-15 for details.
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SATA2
GND
RSATA_TXP2
RSATA_TXN2
GND
RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
GND
SATA1
GND
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN1
GND
RSATA_RXP1
RSATA_RXN1
GND
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Important notes on Serial ATA
•
You must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP
Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial
ATA RAID feature (RAID 0/RAID 1) is available only if you are using
Windows® 2000/XP.
•
•
Use only two Serial ATA RAID connectors for each RAID 0 or RAID 1
set.
When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the
primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 or SATA2 connector.
Refer to the table below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive
connections.
Serial ATA hard disk drive connection
Connector
Setting
U s e
SATA1
SATA2
Master
Slave
Boot disk
Data disk
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4 . Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_RAID1,
SATA_RAID2, SATA_RAID3, SATA_RAID4) (Optional)
These connectors are for Serial ATA signal cables. These connectors
support up to four Serial ATA hard disk drives that you can configure
as a disk array through the onboard SATA RAID controller. Refer to
Chapter 3 for details on how to set up Serial ATA RAID configurations.
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SATA_RAID1 SATA_RAID2
GND
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN1
GND
RSATA_RXP1
RSATA_RXN1
GND
GND
RSATA_TXP2
RSATA_TXN2
GND
RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
GND
SATA_RAID3 SATA_RAID4
GND
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN1
GND
RSATA_RXP1
RSATA_RXN1
GND
GND
RSATA_TXP2
RSATA_TXN2
GND
RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
GND
NCLV-D SATA RAID connectors
Before creating a RAID set using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure that
you have connected the Serial ATA signal cable and installed Serial ATA
hard disk drives; ; otherwise, you cannot enter the RAID utility and SATA
BIOS setup during POST.
5 . Hard disk activity LED connector (2-pin HDLED1)
This connector supplies power to the hard disk activity LED. The read
or write activities of any device connected to the primary/secondary
IDE connectors or the SATA connectors cause this LED to light up.
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HDLED1
1
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6 . CPU and system fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1/2,
REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 740 mA (8.88 W
max.) or a total of 2.1 A ~ 4.44 A (53.28 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!
REAR_FAN1
CPU_FAN1
REAR_FAN2
CPU_FAN2
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REAR_FAN1
REAR_FAN2
CPU_FAN1
CPU_FAN2
FRNT_FAN1
FRNT_FAN2
FRNT_FAN1
FRNT_FAN2
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7 . 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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USB34
NCLV-D USB 2.0 connector
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
8 . Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)
This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port
module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot
opening at the back of the system chassis.
NCLV-D
COM2
PIN 1
NCLV-D
Serial port2 (COM2) connector
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9 . SSI power connectors
(24-pin EATXPWR1, 8-pin SSI+12V_1)
These connectors are for SSI 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.
•
Use of an SSI 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit
(PSU) that provides a minimum power of 450 W is recommended
for a fully-configured system.
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Do not forget to connect the 8-pin ATX +12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot up.
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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You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
NCLV-D
24-pin Power Connector
8-pin
1
For Power Supply
with 20-pin
Power Connector
NCLV-D Power connectors
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10. Backplane SMBus connector (6-1 pin BPSMB1)
This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management
Bus) devices. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other
SMBus devices using the SMBus interface.
NCLV-D
BPSMB1
1
NCLV-D SMBus connector
11. Power Supply SMBus connector (6-1 pin PSUSMB1)
This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management
Bus) devices. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other
SMBus devices using the SMBus interface.
NCLV-D
PSUSMB1
NCLV-D Power supply SMBus connector
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12. Parallel port connector (26-1 pin LPT1)
This connector is for a parallel port. Connect the parallel port module
cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at
the back of the system chassis.
NCLV-D
LPT1
Pin 1
NCLV-D Parallel port connector
13. BMC connector (16-pin BMCCONN1)
This connector is for an ASUS server management card.
NCLV-D
BMCCONN1
NCLV-D BMC connector
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14. System panel auxiliary connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)
This connector supports several server system functions.
NCLV-D
AUX_PANEL1
PIN1
NCLV-D Auxiliary panel connector
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Chassis Intrusion connector (3-pin CASEOPEN)
This lead is for a chassis with an intrusion detection feature. This
requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion
sensor or microswitch. When you remove any chassis component, the
sensor triggers and sends a high-level signal to this lead to record a
chassis intrusion event.
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LAN1 link activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LINKACTLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the LAN1 Activity LED. Connect the LAN1
Activity LED cable to this connector. This LED blinks during a network
activity and is always lit when linked.
LAN2 link activity LED (2-pin LAN2_LINKACTLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the LAN2 Activity LED. Connect the LAN2
Activity LED cable to this connector. This LED blinks during a network
activity and lights up when linked.
Locator LED 1 (2-pin LOCATORLED1)
This 2-pin connector is for the Locator LED 1. Connect the Locator
LED 1 cable to this connector. This LED lights up when the Locator
button is pressed and if there is no LAN1 connection (e.g. the LAN1
controller is broken).
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Locator LED 2 (2-pin LOCATORLED2)
This 2-pin connector is for the Locator LED 2. Connect the Locator
LED 2 cable to this connector. This LED is synchronized with the LAN2
LED.
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Locator Button/Switch (2-pin LOCATORBTN)
This connector is for the locator button. This button queries the state
of the system locator.
Front Panel SMBus (6-1 pin)
This connector allows you to connect SMBus (System Management
Bus) devices. Devices communicate with an SMBus host and/or other
SMBus devices using the SMBus interface.
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15. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
PANEL1
NCT-D
NCT-D System panel connector
The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to
the connector descriptions on the next page for details.
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System power LED (Green 3-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 4-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 (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power
button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off
mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for
more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.
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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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sequence, the vocal POST messages,
and ways of shutting down the
system.
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3.1
3.2
Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1
Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2
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3.1 Starting up for the first time
1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.
2. Be sure that all switches are off.
3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the
system chassis.
4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a
surge protector.
5. Turn on the devices in the following order:
a. Monitor
b.External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)
c. System power
6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front
panel case lights up. For systems withATX power supplies, the system
LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor
complies with “green” standards or if it has a “power standby”
feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and
green after the system LED turns on.
The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the
tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below)
or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see
anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power,
the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper
settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.
AMI BIOS beep codes
Beep Description
One beep
Error
Keyboard controller error
Refresh Time error
No master drive detected
Two continuous beeps followed by
two short beeps
Floppy controller failure
Two continuous beeps followed by
four short beeps
Hardware component failure
7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup.
Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.
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3.2 Powering off the computer
3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function
If you are using Windows® Server 2000:
1. Click the Start button then click Shut Down...
2. Make sure that the Shut Down option button is selected, then click
the OK button to shut down the computer.
3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down.
If you are using Windows® Server 2003:
1. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer.
2. Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer.
3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down.
3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch
While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four
seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on
the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds
lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting.
Refer to section “4.5 Power Menu” in Chapter 4 for details.
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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.
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4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1
BIOS setup program ...........................................................4-10
Main menu ..........................................................................4-13
Advanced menu..................................................................4-17
Power menu........................................................................4-26
Boot menu ..........................................................................4-31
Exit menu ...........................................................................4-36
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4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.
1. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable
floppy disk.)
2. ASUS 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 Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.)
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy
disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original
motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities.
4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk
1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.
DOS environment
a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive.
b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press <Enter>.
Windows® XP environment
a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.
b. Click Start from the Windows® desktop, then select M y
Computer.
c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon.
d. Click File from the menu, then select Format. A Format 3 1/2
Floppy Disk window appears.
e. Windows® XP users: Select Create an MS-DOS startup
disk from the format options field, then click Start.
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Windows® 2000 environment
To create a set of boot disks for Windows® 2000:
a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive.
b. Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to the optical drive.
c. Click Start, then select Run.
d. In the Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:
assuming that D is your optical drive letter.
e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.
2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable
floppy disk.
4.1.2 AFUDOS utility
The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment
using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also
allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when
the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
Copying the current BIOS
To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:
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Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at
least 600 KB free space to save the file.
The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS
screen displays may not be same as shown.
1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support
CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:
afudos /o[filename]
where the [filename] is any user-assigned filename not more than
eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three
alphanumeric characters for the extension name.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom
Main filename
Extension name
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3. Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy
disk.
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading flash ..... done
Write to file...... ok
A:\>
The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS
file.
Updating the BIOS file
To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:
1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS
file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk.
Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact
BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.
2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support
CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:
afudos /i[filename]
where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable
floppy disk.
A:\>afudos /iNCLVD.ROM
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4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.
A:\>afudos /iNCLVD.ROM /pbnc
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS
Reading file ....... done
Reading flash ...... done
Advance Check ......
Erasing flash ...... done
Writing flash ...... 0x0008CC00 (9%)
Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to
prevent system boot failure!
5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is
completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.
A:\>afudos /iNCLVD.ROM /pbnc
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS
Reading file ....... done
Reading flash ...... done
Advance Check ......
Erasing flash ...... done
Writing flash ...... done
Verifying flash .... done
Please restart your computer
A:\>
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4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to
restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating
process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard
support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
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Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing
the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the
floppy disk to NCLVD.ROM.
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk
To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk:
1. Turn on the system.
2. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the
floppy disk drive.
3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks
the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the
corrupted BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
Floppy found!
Reading file “NCLVD.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing
so can cause system boot failure!
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
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Recovering the BIOS from the support CD
To recover the BIOS from the support CD:
1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the
system.
2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive.
3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks
the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
When no floppy disk is found, the utility automatically checks the
optical drive for the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then
updates the corrupted BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for floppy...
Floppy not found!
Checking for CD-ROM...
CD-ROM found!
Reading file “NCLVD.ROM”. Completed.
Start flashing...
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing
so can cause system boot failure!
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this
motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the
latest BIOS file.
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4.1.4 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:
• 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.
3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this
utility.
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Updating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet:
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking
Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The
ASUS Update main window appears.
2. Select Update BIOS from
the Internet option from the
drop-down menu, then click
Next.
3. Select the ASUS FTP site
nearest you to avoid network
traffic, or click Auto Select.
Click Next.
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4. From the FTP site, select the
BIOS version that you wish to
download. Click Next.
5. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is
capable of updating itself
through the Internet. Always
update the utility to avail all
its features.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by
clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate >
ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.
2. Select Update BIOS from a
file option from the drop-down
menu, then click Next.
3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Save.
4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.
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4.2 BIOS setup program
This motherboard supports a programmable firmware 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 firmware hub.
The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you
start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to
run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to
enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing
<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis.
You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this
last option only if the first two failed.
The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being
a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus
and make your selections from the available options using the navigation
keys.
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The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most
conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes
unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings
to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load
Setup Defaults item under the Exit Menu. See section “4.7 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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4.2.1 BIOS menu screen
Menu items
Menu bar
Configuration fields
General help
System Time
System Date
Legacy Diskette A
[11:51:19]
[Thu 05/07/2004]
[1.44M, 3.5 in]
Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
Third IDE Master
Third IDE Slave
Fourth IDE Master
Fourth IDE Slave
IDE Configuration
: [ST320413A]
Use [+] or [-] to
configure system
time.
: [ASUS CD-S520/A]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
System Information
Sub-menu items
Navigation keys
4.2.2 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.
4.2.3 Navigation keys
At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for
that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu
and change the settings.
Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.
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4.2.4 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.
System Time
System Date
Legacy Diskette A
Language
[11:10:19]
Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
[Thu 03/27/2003]
[1.44M, 3.5 in]
[English]
Use [+] or [-] to
configure system time.
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
Secondary IDE Master
Secondary IDE Slave
Third IDE Master
:[ST320413A]
:[ASUS CD-S340]
:[Not Detected]
:[Not Detected]
:[Not Detected]
:[Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master
IDE Configuration
Select Screen
Select Item
+-
Tab Select Field
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Change Field
System Information
The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot,
and Exit) on the menu bar have their
respective menu items.
Main menu items
4.2.5 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>.
4.2.6 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 “4.2.7 Pop-up window.”
4.2.7 Pop-up window
Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with
the configuration options for that item.
4.2.8 Scroll bar
Advanced Chipset settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below
A scroll bar appears on the right side of a
may cause system to malfunction.
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD
Memory Acceleration Mode
DRAM Idle Timer
[Enabled]
[Auto]
[Auto]
menu screen when there are items that
do not fit on the screen. Press the
Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /
<Page Down> keys to display the other
items on the screen.
DRAm Refresh Rate
Graphic Adapter Priority
Graphics Aperture Size
Spread Spectrum
[ 64 MB]
[Enabled]
Select Screen
Select Item
Change Option
General Help
ICH Delayed Transaction
MPS Revision
[Enabled]
[1.4]
+-
F1
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Pop-up window
Scroll bar
4.2.9 General help
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the
selected item.
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4.3 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 “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu
screen items and how to navigate through them.
System Time
System Date
Legacy Diskette A
[11:51:19]
[Thu 05/07/2004]
[1.44M, 3.5 in]
Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
Third IDE Master
Third IDE Slave
Fourth IDE Master
Fourth IDE Slave
IDE Configuration
: [ST320413A]
Use [+] or [-] to
configure system
time.
: [ASUS CD-S520/A]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
: [Not Detected]
System Information
4.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]
Allows you to set the system time.
4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
[2.88M, 3.5 in.]
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4.3.4 Primary, Third and Fourth IDE Master/Slave
The BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a
separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item, then press
<Enter> to display the IDE device information.
Primary IDE Master
Device
Vendor
Size
: Hard Disk
: ST320413A
: 20.0GB
LBA Mode
Block Mode
PIO Mode
Async DMA
Ultra DMA
: Supported
: 16 Sectors
: Supported
: MultiWord DMA-2
: Ultra DMA-5
SMART Monitoring: Supported
Type
LBA/Large Mode
[Auto]
[Auto]
Block(Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
PIO Mode
DMA Mode
[Auto]
[Auto]
SMART Monitoring
32Bit Data Transfer
[Auto]
[Disabled]
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items
(Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra
DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable.
These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.
Type [Auto]
Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection
of the appropriate IDE device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifically
configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media
Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive.
Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to [Auto] enables the LBA mode
if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously
formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to [Auto], the
data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if
the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled],
the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
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PIO Mode [Auto]
Selects the PIO mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
4.3.5 IDE Configuration
The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for
the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter>
if you wish to configure the item.
IDE Configuration
When in AHCI/RAID
mode SATA
controller is
forced to Native
mode.
Onboard IDE Operate Mode
Enhanced Mode Support On
Configure S-ATA as RAID [No]
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]
[Enhanced Mode]
[S-ATA]
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the installed
operating system (OS). Set to [Enhanced Mode] if you are using native OS
including Windows® 2000/XP. Configuration options: [Compatible Mode]
[Enhanced Mode]
Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]
Allows you to use native OS on Serial ATA and Parallel ATA ports. It is
recommend that you do not change the default setting for better OS
compatibility. In this setting, you may use legacy OS on the Parallel
ATA ports only if you do not install any Serial ATA device.
Configure S-ATA as RAID [No]
Allows you to set the Serial ATA devices connected to the Serial ATA
connectors as RAID sets. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
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The following item appears only when you set the Onboard IDE
Operate Mode to [Compatible Mode]
Compatible Mode Option [Primary P-ATA+S-ATA]
Allows you to select the combined mode for the installed IDE and
SATA devices.
The Secondary P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA Ports Only options are
for advanced users only. If you set to any of these options and
encountered problems, revert to the default setting Primary
P-ATA+S-ATA. Configuration options: [Primary P-ATA+S-ATA]
[Secondary P-ATA+S-ATA] [P-ATA Ports Only]
IDE Detect Time Out [35]
Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]
4.3.6 System Information
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The
BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.
AMIBIOS
Version
: 08.00.10
Build Date : 07/07/04
Processor
Type
Speed
Count
: Intel(R) Xeon (TM) CPU 2.80GHz
: 2800 MHz
: 2
System Memory
Size
: 512MB
AMI BIOS
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information
Processor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specification
System Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory
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4.4 Advanced menu
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU
and other system devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items.
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
Configure CPU.
USB Configuration
MPS Configuration
Remote Access Application
CPU Configuration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration
PCI PnP
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub-screen
F1
F10
ESC
General Help
Save and Exit
Exit
4.4.1 USB Configuration
The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Enables USB host
controllers.
USB Configuration
Module Version - 2.23.2-9.4
USB Devices Enabled: None
USB Function
[All USB Ports]
[Auto]
[Enabled]
[HiSpeed]
Legacy USB Support
USB 2.0 Controller
USB 2.0 Controller Mode
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the USB Devices
Enabled item shows None.
USB Function [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to
[Auto] allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at
startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB
device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or
FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed ] [FullSpeed ]
4.4.2 MPS Configuration
The items in this menu allows you to configure the Multi-Processor Table.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Select MPS Revision.
MPS Configuration
MPS Revision
[1.4]
MPS Revision [1.4]
Allows you to select the multi-processor system revision.
Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4]
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4.4.3 Remote Access Configuration
The items in this menu allows you to configure the Remote Access
features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration
options.
Configure Remote Access type and parameters
Select Remote Access
type.
Remote Access
[Enabled]
Serial port number
Serial Port Mode
Flow Control
[COM1]
[115200 8,n,1]
[None]
Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]
Terminal Type
VT-UTFB Combo Key Support
[ANSI]
[Disabled]
Remote Access [Enabled]
Enables or disables the remote access feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Serial port number [COM1]
Enables or disables the remote access feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Serial Port Mode [115200 8,n,1]
Sets the Serial port mode.
Configuration options: [115200 8,n,1] [57600 8,n,1] [38400 8,n,1]
[19200 8,n,1] [09600 8,n,1]
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Flow Control [None]
Allows you to select the flow control for console redirection.
Configuration options: [None] [Hardware] [Software]
Redirection After BIOS POST [Always]
Sets the redirection mode after the BIOS Power-On Self-Test (POST). Some
operating systems may not work when this item is set to Always.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Boot Loader] [Always]
Terminal Type [ANSI]
Allows you to select the target terminal type.
Configuration options: [ANSI] [VT100] [VT-UTF8]
VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Disabled]
Enables or disables the VT-UTF8 combo key support for ANSI or VT100
terminals. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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4.4.4 CPU Configuration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS
automatically detects.
Configure Advanced CPU settings
Sets the ratio
between CPU Core
Clock and the FSB
Frequency.
NOTE: If an invalid
ratio is set in CMOS
then actual and
setpoint values may
differ.
Manufacturer: Intel
Brand String: Intel(R) Xeon (TM) CPU 2.80GHz
Frequency
FSB Speed
: 2800 MHz
: 800 MHz
Ratio Status: Unlocked
Ratio Actual Value : 14
Ratio CMOS Setting:
Hyper Threading Technology
Max CPUID Value Limit:
[ 8]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Ratio CMOS Setting [ 8]
Sets the ratio between the CPU core clock and the Front Side Bus
frequency. The BIOS auto-detects the default value of this item. Use the
<+> or <-> keys to adjust the values. Configuration options: [ 8]...[28]
You can only adjust the Ratio CMOS settings if you installed an unlocked
CPU. Refer to the CPU documentation for details.
Hyper-Threading Technology [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the processor Hyper-Threading Technology.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot
even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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4.4.5 Chipset
The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Advanced Chipset Settings
Options for NB.
Warning: Setting wrong values in below sections may
cause system to malfunction.
NorthBridge Configuration
Onboard LAN Boot ROM
Onboard PCI LAN Boot ROM
Adaptec AIC-8130 BOOTROM
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the option ROM in the onboard LAN
controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Onboard PCI LAN Boot ROM [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the option ROM in the onboard PCI LAN
controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Adaptec AIC-8130 BOOTROM [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Adaptec AIC-8130 boot ROM.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
NorthBridge Configuration
The NorthBridge Configuration menu allows you to change the Northbridge
settings.
NorthBridge Chipset Configuration
ENABLE: Allow
remapping of
overlapped PCI memory
above the total
physical memory.
DIMM Speed
Memory Remap Feature
DDR 333
[Enabled]
DISABLE: Do not allow
remapping of memory.
DIMM Speed
Displays the installed DIMM type and speed. This item is auto-detected and
is not configurable.
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Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]
Allows you to remap the overlap PCI memory over the total physical
memory. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration
Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset
Allows BIOS to Select
Serial Port1 Base
Addresses.
Serial Port1 Address
Serial Port2 Address
Parallel Port Address
Parallel Port Mode
Parallel Port IRQ
[3F8/IRQ4]
[2F8/IRQ3]
[378]
[Normal]
[IRQ7]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]
Serial Port1 Address [2F8/IRQ3]
Allows you to select the Serial Port2 base address.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode.
Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional] [EPP] [ECP]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item
allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA.
Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]
EPP Version [1.9]
Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears
only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to EPP.
Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Sets the Parallel port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]
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4.4.7 PCI PnP
The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for
PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources
for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block
for legacy ISA devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items.
Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
NO: Lets the BIOS
configue all the
devices in the system.
YES: Lets the
operating system
configure Plug and
Play (PnP) devices not
required for boot if
your system has a Plug
and Play operating
system.
WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections
may cause system to malfunction.
Plug And Play O/S
PCI Latency Timer
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA
Palette Snooping
PCI IDE BusMaster
[No]
[64]
[Yes]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Auto]
OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card
IRQ-3 assigned to
IRQ-4 assigned to
IRQ-5 assigned to
IRQ-7 assigned to
IRQ-9 assigned to
IRQ-10 assigned to
IRQ-11 assigned to
IRQ-14 assigned to
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Plug And Play O/S [No]
When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set
to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating
system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot.
Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
PCI Latency Timer [64]
Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device
latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160]
[192] [224] [248]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card
requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the
PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI
devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the
latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled]
Allows BIOS to use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to IDE devices.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Offboard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto]
Allows you to assign a PCI slot to a PCI IDE card, when required.
Configuration options: [Auto] [PCI Slot1] [PCI Slot2] [PCI Slot3] [PCI Slot4]
[PCI Slot5] [PCI Slot6]
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]
When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP
devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA
devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]
Use the arrow down key to scroll down the menu.
IRQ-15 assigned to
DMA Channel 0
DMA Channel 1
DMA Channel 3
DMA Channel 5
DMA Channel 6
DMA Channel 7
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
[PCI Device]
Select Screen
Select Item
Change Option
General Help
+-
F1
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Reserved Memory Size
[Disabled]
DMA Channel X assigned to [PCI Device]
When set to [PCI Device], the specific DMA channel is free for use of
PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the DMA channel is reserved for
legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved]
Reserved Memory Size [Disabled]
Allows you to set the reserved memory size.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [16k] [32k] [64k]
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4.5 Power menu
The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the ACPI and
Advanced Power Management (APM) features. Select an item then press
<Enter> to display the configuration options.
ACPI APIC Support
[Enabled]
Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.
APM Configuration
Hardware Monitor
4.5.1 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit
(ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the
RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Do not change the ACPI APIC support after you have installed the
operating system (OS), otherwise, a boot failure may occur.
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4.5.2 APM Configuration
APM Configuration
Enable or disable
APM.
Power Management/APM
Video Power Down Mode
Hard Disk Power Down Mode
Suspend Time Out
[Enabled]
[suspend]
[Suspend]
[Disabled]
[50%]
Throttle Slow Clock Ratio
Power Button Mode
Restore on AC Power Loss
[On/Off]
[Power Off]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard
Power On By PS/2 Mouse
Power On Ring
Power On By PME#
Power On By RTC Alarm
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
Power Management [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the motherboard Advance Power
Management (APM) feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Video Power Down Mode [Suspend]
Allows you to select the video power down mode
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Standby] [Suspend]
Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Suspend]
Allows you to select the hard disk power down mode
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Standby] [Suspend]
Suspend Time Out [Disabled]
Allows you to select the specified time at which the system goes on
suspend mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1 Min] [2 Min] [4 Min]
[8 Min] [10 Min] [20 Min] [30 Min] [40 Min] [50 Min] [60 Min]
Throttle Slow Clock Ratio [50%]
Allows you to select duty cycle in throttle mode.
Configuration options: [87.5%] [75.0%] [62.5%] [50.0%] [37.5%]
[25.0%] [12.5%]
Power Button Mode [On/Off]
Allows the system to go into On/Off mode or suspend mode when the
power button is pressed. Configuration options: [On/Off] [Suspend]
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Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power
loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss.
When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state,
whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system.
This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the
+5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse
to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that
provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
Power On Ring [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the system enables the RI to generate a wake
event while the computer is in Soft-off mode.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By PME# [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the system enables the PME to generate a wake
event while the computer is in Soft-off mode.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this
item is set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC
Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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4.5.3 Hardware Monitor
Hardware Monitor
CPU1 Temperature
CPU2 Temperature
MB Temperature
[49ºC/120ºF]
[47ºC/114ºF]
[47ºC/114ºF]
CPU1 Fan Speed
CPU2 Fan Speed
Front1 Fan Speed
Front2 Fan Speed
Rear1 Fan Speed
Rear2 Fan Speed
[3884RPM]
[2871RPM]
[N/A]
[N/A]
[N/A]
[N/A]
Smart Fan Control
[Disabled]
VCORE1 Voltage
VCORE2 Voltage
3.3V Voltage
5V Voltage
[ 1.320V]
[ 1.380V]
[ 3.345V]
[ 5.094V]
[ 5.046V]
5VSB Voltage
CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the
motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select [Disabled] if you do not wish to
display the detected temperatures.
CPU1/CPU2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Front1/Front2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
Rear1/Rear2 Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU,
front, and rear fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not
connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A.
Smart Fan Control [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Smart Fan feature that smartly
adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The CPU1 Temperature, CPU2 Temperature, and Front1
Temperature items appear when you enable the Smart Fan
Control feature.
CPU1/CPU2 Temperature [XXX]
Front1 Temperature [XXX]
Allows you to set the CPU and system threshold temperature before the
Smart Fan Control is disabled.
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Use the arrow down key to display additional items.
VBAT Voltage
12V Voltage
[ 3.120V]
[12.053V]
VCORE1 Voltage, VCORE1 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V
Voltage, 5VSB Voltage, VBAT Voltage, 12V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output
through the onboard voltage regulators.
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4.6 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.
APM Configuration
Boot Device Priority
Boot Settings Configuration
Security
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub-screen
F1
F10
ESC
General Help
Save and Exit
Exit
4.6.1 Boot Device Priority
Specifies the boot
sequence from the
available devices.
Boot Device Priority
1st Boot Device
2nd Boot Device
3rd Boot Device
4th Boot Device
[1st FLOPPY DRIVE]
[PM-ST330620A]
[PS-ASUS CD-S360]
[MBA v7.5.12 Slot 0]
A device enclosed in
parenthesis has been
disabled in the
corresponding type
menu.
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub-screen
F1
F10
ESC
General Help
Save and Exit
Exit
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available
devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends
on the number of devices installed in the system.
Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled]
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4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration
Allows BIOS to skip
certain tests while
booting. This will
decrease the time
needed to boot the
system.
Quick Boot
Full Screen Logo
AddOn ROM Display Mode
Bootup Num-Lock
PS/2 Mouse Support
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display
Interrupt 19 Capture
Quiet Boot Progress Bar
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Force BIOS]
[On]
[Auto]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST)
while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set
to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature.
Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Sets the display mode for option ROM.
Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.
Configuration options: [Off] [On]
PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when
error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run
Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled]
When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap
Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Quiet Boot Progress Bar [Disabled]
Enables or disables the quiet boot progress bar during POST.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
4.6.3 Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
<Enter> to change
password.
<Enter> again to
disabled password.
Security Settings
Supervisor Password
User Password
: Not Installed
: Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password
Boot Sector Virus Protection
[Disabled]
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Change Supervisor Password
Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor
Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed.
After you set a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a Supervisor Password:
1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item, then press <Enter>.
2. From the password box, type a password composed of at least six
letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.
3. Confirm the password when prompted.
The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your
password.
To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a
user password.
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To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor
Password then press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.
If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the
CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “2.6 Jumpers” for
information on how to erase the RTC RAM.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow
you to change other security settings.
Security Settings
Supervisor Password
User Password
: Not Installed
: Not Installed
Change Supervisor Password
User Access Level
Change User Password
Clear User Password
Password Check
[Full Access]
[Setup]
Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]
Select Screen
Select Item
Change Option
General Help
+-
F1
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
User Access Level [Full Access]
This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]
No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility.
View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field.
Limited allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and
Time.
Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup
utility.
Change User Password
Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password
item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set
a password, this item shows Installed.
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To set a User Password:
1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.
2. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at
least six letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>.
3. Confirm the password when prompted.
The message “Password Installed” appears after you set your password
successfully.
To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user
password.
Clear User Password
Select this item to clear the user password.
Password Check [Setup]
When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the
Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both
when accessing Setup and booting the system.
Configuration options: [Setup] [Always]
Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the boot sector virus protection.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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4.7 Exit menu
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values
for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
Exit Options
Exit system setup
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Discard Changes
after saving the
changes.
F10 key can be used
for this operation.
Load Setup Defaults
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub-screen
F1
F10
ESC
General Help
Save and Exit
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 computer is turned off. When you select this option, a
confirmation window appears. Select Yes to save the changes and exit.
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes,
the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save
your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while
exiting.
Exit & Discard Changes
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you
made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than
System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation
before exiting.
Discard Changes
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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Load Setup Defaults
Allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the
Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a
confirmation window appears. Select Yes to load default values. Select
Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values
to the non-volatile RAM.
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This chapter describes the power up
sequence, the vocal POST messages,
and ways of shutting down the
system.
Reference information
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A.1
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A.1 NCLV-D (A) block diagram
Intel Nocona Processor
with 800MHz system bus
Intel Nocona Processor
with 800MHz system bus
System Bus
64bit, 800 MHz
Four
DDR333 DIMM
Sockets
4xDDR 333 DIMM slots (max. 16GB)
Intel Memory
Controller Hub
E7320
X4 PCI Express
X1 PCI Express
Gigabit LAN
LAN
Port1
BCM5721
Gigabit LAN
BCM5705E
LAN
Port1
Hub interface 1.5
PCI-X 66MHz bus
PCI 33 bus
SATAII/RAID
Adaptec AIC-8130
(Optional)
Intel I/O Controller
6300ESB
ATI Rage XL
8 Mbyte
VGA-Conn.
H/W
monitor
W83792D
EEPROM
System
information
SMBus
IDE 1
IDE 2
Fan
Power Supplly
LPC-Bus
Bios Flash
Super I/O
W82627TH
F-A
8 Mbit
USB 1
USB 4
Keyboard
st
1 Serial Port
Floppy
Mouse
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