AcerPower 8600 User’s Guide
Copyright 1999 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved. Printed in Taiwan AcerPower 8600 User’s Guide Part No.: 49.30C01.001 Draft Version: November, 1999 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications.
iii Notices FCC Notice This device 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 device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
iv Notices Use Conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
v 9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 10. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 11.
vi Notices Year 2000 Compliance Statement The AcerPower 8600 carries the "Hardware NSTL Tested Year 2000 Compliant" logo, which certifies that this model has been tested by NSTL using the YMark2000 test, and has been found to meet NSTL's standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance. For more details, check the Acer Year 2000 Resource Center at http:// www.acer.com.tw/service/y2k/ Laser Compliance Statement The CD-ROM drive in this computer is a laser product.
vii VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN Lithium Battery Statement CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type.
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ix Table of Contents Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Chapter 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Preinstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Selecting a Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
x Table of Contents System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Disk Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Onboard Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
xi Installing a AGP Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Removing a AGP Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Getting Started Chapter 1
This chapter gives you a general introduction of the system unit and tells you how to select a site and set up the system. It also includes a simple troubleshooting section to allow you to check your system before you ask for technical support.
3 Overview The AcerPower 8600 is an all-in-one, high-performance system that supports the Intel Pentium III CPU. It utilizes the PCI (Peripheral Component Interface) and the AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) bus designs. Both designs improve system performance, enabling the system to support various multimedia functions and applications.
4 Chapter 1 Getting Started Preinstallation The preinstallation process involves the following activities: ❑ Selecting a site ❑ Unpacking components Selecting a Site Consider the following when selecting a site for your computer: ❑ Determine the best site for your system. Cable paths should not run near equipment that might cause electromagnetic or radio frequency interference such as radio transmitters, televisions, copy machines, or heating and air-conditioning equipment.
5 Features The basic configuration consists of a system unit, a keyboard, a CDROM drive, a diskette drive, a fixed disk drive and a mouse. Front Panel The figure below shows the system unit front panel. No. Component 1 Floppy disk drive 2 Floppy disk drive eject button 3 CD-ROM drive 4 Drive bay cover for additional 5.
6 Chapter 1 Getting Started Rear Panel The figure below shows the system unit rear panel. No.
7 No. Component 9 VGA/Monitor port 10 PS/2 keyboard port 11 Serial port 1 12 Serial port 2 13 Speaker-out/Line-out port 14 Line-in port 15 Microphone-in port 16 Add-on card brackets Internal Components The figure below shows the system unit internal components.
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9 Connecting System Components Caution: Do not turn on the system main power switch on the rear panel of the system or plug the system in until you finish connecting all system components. The following sections show how to connect each component to the system: Connecting the Keyboard Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard socket on the rear panel.
10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Connecting the Monitor Plug the monitor signal cable into the VGA connector on the rear panel. Connecting the Mouse Plug the mouse cable into the mouse connector on the rear panel.
11 Connecting the Printer (optional) Check your printer before you connect it to your system. If you have a parallel printer, connect it to the parallel port on the rear panel. If you have a serial printer or other serial peripheral, connect it to the serial port (COM2). See “Rear Panel” on page 6 for the location of the serial ports.
12 Chapter 1 Getting Started Connecting Multimedia Components Your system also supports optional multimedia features.
13 Connecting to the Network (optional) Your system may come with a LAN (Local Area Network) card for network connection. To connect your system to the network, plug the network cable into the card’s network port.
14 Chapter 1 Getting Started Connecting USB Devices (optional) The USB ports on the rear panel enable the system to support additional serial devices without using up your system resources. To connect a USB device, simply plug the device cable into a USB port on the rear panel. Note: Most USB devices have a built-in USB port which allows you to daisy-chain other devices.
15 Turning On Your Computer After you have connected all peripherals and cables, follow these steps to turn on your computer: 1. Turn on all peripherals connected to the system such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2. Locate the system main power switch on the back of the system and turn it on.
16 Chapter 1 Getting Started 3. Press the power button located on the front of the system unit.. When the system finishes booting, the computer is now ready for use.
17 Turning Off Your Computer 1. Turn off all peripherals connected to the system such as the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2. Press the power button located on the front of the system unit for at least four seconds. Quickly pressing the button puts the system in Suspend mode only. Note: You do not need to turn off the system main power switch on the rear panel every time you turn off your computer.
18 Chapter 1 Getting Started Troubleshooting If you encounter a hardware problem, we recommend you to review the following suggestions before calling for service: General failure ❑ Are all cables securely plugged? ❑ Are all system components and peripherals turned on? ❑ Is the system main power switch on? ❑ Is the power outlet burned out? You may check this by plugging in and turning on some other piece of equipment.
19 ❑ Is the printer cable connected to the correct port (serial or parallel)? ❑ Are your application and the printer configured for the same operating values? Be sure there is no conflict with any port on the add-on card. For details, check the documentation that came with your printer. ❑ Is the printer out of paper or jammed? Check the printer’s status indicator lights. ❑ Are the printer cables tangled? To prevent signal interference, neatly fold or coil excess cable length.
20 Chapter 1 Getting Started Error Messages In the event that you receive an error message, do not continue using the computer. Note the message and take corrective action immediately. This section describes the different types of error messages and suggests corrective measures. There are two general types of error messages: ❑ Software ❑ System Software Error Messages Software error messages are returned by your operating system or application.
21 Error Message Corrective Action Equipment Configuration Error Run Setup and reconfigure the system. Expansion ROM Allocation Fail Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Floppy Disk Controller Error Check the floppy drive cable and its connections. If the cable is good and properly connected, the floppy disk controller may be the problem. Change the floppy disk controller or disable the onboard controller by installing another add-on card with a controller.
22 Chapter 1 Getting Started Error Message Corrective Action I/O Resource Conflict(s) Try to reset resource assignments by going to Setup and under Advanced Options, go to PnP/PCI Options and set the Reset Resource Assignments to “Yes”. IRQ Setting Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Memory Error at MMMM:SSSS:OOOOh (R:xxxxh, W:xxxxh Replace the RIMMs.
23 Error Message Corrective Action PS/2 Keyboard Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. PS/2 Pointing Device Error Reconnect or replace the pointing device. PS/2 Pointing Device Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. PS/2 Keyboard Locked Unlock the keyboard. RAM Parity Error Replace the RIMM chips or disable parity check in Setup if the model supprots it. Real-time Clock error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.
24 Chapter 1 Getting Started If you have purchased a new hard disk drive and your computer cannot detect it or access it after installing it, it may be because your disk is not physically formatted. Physically format the disk using the FDISK and FORMAT commands. Caution: These commands are performed in DOS environment. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the DOS commands first before you format your hard disk.
System Board Information Chapter 2
This system board is uniquely-designed to support not only the common features found in today’s high-performance system boards, but the multimedia functions as well. This chapter gives a detailed discussion of the board’s components and features.
27 Features This high-performance system board comes with the following components and features: Components ❑ Intel Pentium III processor with 512-KB second-level cache running at 450, 500, 533, 600 and 667 MHz and up ❑ Two Rambus in-line memory modules (RIMM) sockets that accept 64-, 128-, 256- and 512-MB 184-pin RIMM (RIMM) modules, allowing memory upgrade of up to 1 GB ❑ On-board Peripheral Component Interface (PCI) master enhanced local bus IDE (Embedded in Intel ICH chipset) ❑ On-board Audio w
28 Chapter 2 System Board Information ❑ Power Management ❑ USB support ❑ Hardware Monitoring
29 Board Layout Your system board should look just like the following figure: The following table lists the components that you will find on the system board: No.
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31 Jumpers and Connectors Refer to the following figure for the location of the jumpers and connectors on the system board: The following table lists the onboard jumpers, their respective functions and possible settings: Jumper Function and Settings JP2 Password Check 1-2 Check password 2-3 Bypass password (default) JP3 Boot Block 1-2 Write disable (default) 2-3 Write enable JP5 Intruder alert connector
32 Chapter 2 System Board Information The following table lists the onboard connectors and their respective functions: Connector Function CN1 USB upgrade connector CN2 ATX power connector CN3 USB CN5 Lower: Keyboard, Upper: Mouse CN6 Lower left: Serial 1; Lower right: Serial 2; Upper: Parallel/Printer CN7 IDE 2 CN8 IDE 1 CN9 Upper: game/MIDI; Lower right: line-out; Lower center: line-in; Lower left: microphone-in CN10 Audio/Modem riser CN11 AGP connector CN12 Fax-voice modem CN13
33 Connector Function JP4 Power LED JP5 Housing Intrusion conn.
34 Chapter 2 System Board Information Floppy Disk/Hard Disk Support The board comes with an enhanced PCI IDE controller that supports PIO mode 4 and Ultra DMA (Direct Memory Access) mode data transfers. Two PCI IDE interfaces are mounted on the board to enable the system to support a maximum of four IDE hard disks, or any other IDE devices. See “Jumpers and Connectors” on page 31 for the location of the IDE interfaces.
35 Video Function The system board comes with a 3-D super AGP socket. The AGP bus architecture is considered to be the best solution for 3-D applications because its greater bandwidth is capable of speeding up the VGA bus to better meet the requirements of 3-D applications.
36 Chapter 2 System Board Information Audio Function For its audio solution, the board comes with an ICH audio controller and the following ports (CN10): ❑ Mono microphone port ❑ Stereo line-in port ❑ Stereo line-out port ❑ Game/MIDI port These connectors enable the system to accommodate external audio devices. For instructions on how to connect the external audio devices, see “Connecting Multimedia Components” on page 12.
37 USB Support USB is a new serial bus design that is capable of cascading low and medium-speed peripherals (less than 12 Mbps) such as a keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem/ISDN. With USB, complex cable connections at the back panel of your PC can be eliminated. The board comes with two USB ports (CN3). See “Jumpers and Connectors” on page 31 for the location of the ports.
38 Chapter 2 System Board Information Hardware Monitoring Function The Hardware Monitoring function allows you to check the system resources, either locally or in a computer network, by using software such as ASM Pro Suite. This is a desktop management program that offers SMART (System Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology) for checking local or network connected systems. In addition, it also enables the PC hardware and applications to be OS (operating system) independent.
BIOS Information Chapter 3
This chapter contains detailed discussion about the BIOS utility. You will need this information for reconfiguring your system or for resetting your system back to its original settings in case you have reconfigured it improperly.
41 The BIOS Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your system’s Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most systems are already properly configured and optimized, there is no need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems and get the “Run Setup” message, you will need to run this utility. Before you run Setup, make sure that you have saved all open files. The system reboots immediately after you exit Setup.
42 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Entering Setup To enter Setup, press the key combination Ctrl-Alt-Esc upon boot up. Important! You must press Ctrl-Alt-Esc simultaneously while the system is booting. This key combination does not work during any other time.
43 The following screen shows the “Setup Utility Advanced Options” main menuNote: The F8 key works only when you are in the main Advanced Options • Memory/Cache Options • PnP/PCI Options Key Help menu. This means that you can activate the Advanced Level only when you are in the main menu. The command line at the bottom of the menu tells you how to move within a screen and from one screen to another. ❑ To select an option, move the highlight bar by pressing ↓ or ↑ then press Enter.
44 Chapter 3 BIOS Information System Information The following screen appears if you select “System Information” from the main menu.
45 Parameter Description Format Floppy Drive A Shows the floppy drive A type. Capacity, dimension Floppy Drive B Shows the floppy drive B type. Capacity, dimension IDE Primary Channel Master Specifies the current configuration of the IDE device connected to the master port of the primary IDE channel. Drive type, capacity IDE Primary Channel Slave Specifies the current configuration of the IDE device connected to the slave port of the primary IDE channel.
46 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Format 1st Bank Indicates the type of DRAM installed in the RIMM 1 socket. The None setting indicates that there is no DRAM installed. RIMM type, capacity in MB 2nd Bank Indicates the type of DRAM installed in the RIMM 2 socket. The None setting indicates that there is no DRAM installed. RIMM type, capacity in MB Serial Port 1 Shows the serial port 1 address and IRQ settings.
47 Product Information The screen below appears if you select “Product Information” from themain menu: Product Information Product Name -----------------System S/N -------------------Main Board ID ----------------Main Board S/N ---------------System BIOS Version -----------SMBIOS Version ----------------- V68X 0000000000000000 V68X 55.35901.021 V4.0 2.3 Key Help The Product Information menu contains general data about the system, such as the product name, serial number, BIOS version, etc.
48 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description SMBIOS Version The System Management Interface (SM) BIOS allows you to check your system hardware components without actually opening your system. Hardware checking is done via software during start up. This parameter specifies the version of the SM BIOS utility installed in your system.
49 Disk Drives Select “Disk Drives” from the main menu to configure the drives installed in your system. The following screen shows the “Disk Drives” menu:The following Disk Drives Floppy Drive A Floppy Drive B *IDE *IDE *IDE *IDE --------[1.44 MB 3.5-inch] --------[ None ] Primary Channel Master Primary Channel Slave Secondary Channel Master Secondary Channel Slave Key Help table describes the parameters found in this menu. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested settings.
50 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options IDE Primary Channel Slave Lets you configure the hard disk drive connected to the slave port of IDE channel 1. IDE Secondary Channel Master Allows you to configure the hard disk drive connected to the master port of IDE channel 2. IDE Secondary Channel Slave Lets you configure the hard disk drive connected to the slave port of IDE channel 2. The following screen appears if you press the F8 key.
51 The following table describes the parameters found in these submenus. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested settings. Parameter Description Options Device Detection Mode Lets you specify the type of hard disk installed in your system. If you want BIOS to automatically configure your hard disk, select Auto. If you know your hard disk type, you can enter the setting manually. Auto, None, or User. The User setting allows you to enter your settings manually if you know your hard disk type.
52 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options Hard Disk Block Mode This function enhances disk performance depending on the hard disk in use. If you set this parameter to Auto, the BIOS utility automatically detects if the installed hard disk drive supports the Block Mode function. If supported, it allows data transfer in blocks (multiple sectors) at a rate of 256 bytes per cycle.
53 Onboard Peripherals The “Onboard Peripherals” menu allows you to configure the onboard devices.
54 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options IRQ Lets you assign an interrupt for each serial port. This parameter is configurable only if the Serial Port parameter is enabled. 4 or 11 Serial Port 2 Let you enable or disable the serial port 2. Enabled or Disabled Base Address Lets you set a logical base address for each serial port. This parameter is configurable only if the Serial Port parameter is enabled.
55 Parameter Description Options Operation Mode Lets you set your parallel port’s operation mode. This parameter is configurable only if the Parallel Port parameter is enabled. Standard Parallel Port (SPP), Bidirectional, Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP), Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) ECP DMA Channel Allows you to assign a DMA channel for the ECP parallel port function. This parameter is configurable only if you select the Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) as the operation mode.
56 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Power Management The “Power Management” menu lets you configure the system powermanagement feature. It works only under APM mode. The following screen shows the “Power Management” parameters and their default settings:The following table describes the parameters Power Management Power Management Mode ----------[ IDE Hard Disk Standby Timer --[ System Sleep Timer -----------[ Sleep Mode -----------------[ Enabled ] Off ] 30 ] Minute(s) Suspend ] Power Switch < 4 Sec.
57 Parameter Description Options System Sleep Timer Automatically puts the system to power-saving mode after a specified period of inactivity. Any keyboard or mouse action, or any activity detected from the IRQ channels resumes system operation. 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, 50...120 minutes, or Off Sleep Mode Lets you specify the powersaving mode that the system will enter after a specified period of inactivity. This parameter is configurable only if the System Sleep Timer is enabled.
58 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options Resume Time If the RTC alarm is enabled, set time for the system to wake up. 00:00:0023:59:59 ACPI Sleep State If the ACPI sleep state is set to S1, all the components are working normally, only the CPU is in sleep state. When it is set to S3, only the system memory is working, the rest of the components are in sleep state.
59 Boot Options This option allows you to specify your preferred settings for bootup.
60 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options Fast Boot Allows you to define your system’s booting process, whether to skip some POST routines or proceed with the normal booting process. Auto or Disabled Silent Boot When enabled, BIOS is in graphical mode and displays only an identification logo during POST and while booting. Then, the screen displays the operating system prompt (as in DOS) or logo (as in Windows).
61 Parameter Description Options Update BIOS with Boot Block Set this parameter to Enabled if you want to replace the existing BIOS in the Flash ROM. Then insert the floppy disk containing the new BIOS in the floppy drive. When you reset the system, it will automatically read the BIOS file contained in the floppy disk (i.e., the first file in the disk) and replace your current BIOS in the Flash ROM.
62 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Date and Time The following screen appears if you select the “Date and Time” option from the main menu: Date and Time Date ------------------[Sat Nov 02, 2097] Time ------------------[21:54:49] Key Help The following table describes the parameters found in this menu: Parameter Description Options Date Lets you set the date following the weekdaymonth-day-year format. Weekday: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Month: Jan, Feb...
63 System Security The Setup program has a number of security features to prevent unauthorized access to the system and its data.
64 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options User Password Secures your system against unauthorized use. Once you set this password, you have to type it whenever you boot the system. None or Present. The Present settings allows you to set a Power-on password. For instructions on how to set a Poweron password, refer to “Setting a Password” on page 65.
65 Setting a Password 1. Make sure that JP2 is set to 2-3 (bypass password). You cannot enter the BIOS utility if a Setup password does not exist and JP2 is set to 1-2 (password check enabled). By default, JP2 is set to 2-3 (bypass password). 2. Enter the BIOS utility and select “System Security”. 3. Highlight the “Supervisor Password” parameter and press enter. The following screen appears: Supervisor Password Enter your Password Twice, Password maybe up to 7 characters long.
66 Chapter 3 BIOS Information 10. Select “Yes” to save the changes and reboot the system. 11. After rebooting, turn off the system then open the housing. If you have set a Supervisor password, the next time you want to enter the BIOS utility, you must key-in your Supervisor password. If you have set a User password, you must enter that password every time you boot your system. Changing or Removing the Password Should you want to change one of your passwords, do the following: 1.
67 2. Open the system housing and set JP2 to 2-3 to bypass the password function. 3. Turn on the system and enter the BIOS utility. This time, the system does not require you to type in a password. You can either change the existing password or remove it by selecting None. Refer to “Changing or Removing the Password” on page 66 for the procedure.
68 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Advanced Options Note: The Advanced Options selection is available only in the Advanced Level. The “Advanced Options” menu allows you to configure the system memory and PCI device settings. The following screen shows the Advanced Options parameters: Advanced Options • Memory/Cache Options • PnP/PCI Options Key Help Caution: Do not change any settings in the Advanced Options menu if you are not a qualified technician to avoid damaging the system.
69 Memory/Cache Options Selecting “Memory/Cache Options” from the Advanced Options menu displays the following screen: Memory/Cache Options Level 1 Cache -------------------- [ Enabled Level 2 Cache -------------------- [ Enabled Memory at 15MB-16MB Reserved for - [ CPU Frequency Multiplier---------- [ Memory Parity Mode---------------- [ UPS Function --------------------- [ RIMM Bus Clock --------------------- [ ] ] System ] 3X ] Disabled ] Disabled ] PC 800 ] Key Help This menu lets you con
70 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options Memory at 15MB16MB Reserved for To prevent memory address conflicts between the system and expansion boards, reserve this memory range for the use of either the system or an expansion board. Some VGA cards have required settings for this feature. Check your VGA card manual before setting this parameter.
71 Parameter Description RIMM Bus Clock (PC 700, PC 800) 133 CPU Frequency (PC 600, PC 800) 100 CPU Frequency Options
72 Chapter 3 BIOS Information PnP/PCI Options The “PnP/PCI Options” allows you to specify the settings for your PCI devices.
73 Parameter Description Options PCI IRQ Sharing Allows you to assign the same IRQ to two different devices. Yes or No VGA Palette Snoop Enables the palette snooping feature if you installed more than one VGA card in the system, allowing the control palette register (CPR) to manage and update the VGA RAM DAC (Digital Analog Converter, a color data storage) of each VGA card installed in the system.
74 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options Reset Resource Assignments When enabled, avoids IRQ conflicts when installing nonPnP and PnP PCI cards. This clears all resource assignments and allows BIOS to reassign resources to all installed PnP devices the next time the system boots. Yes or No After clearing the resource data, it is recommended that you reset the parameter to its default, i.e., No.
75 System Event Log The “System Event Log” enables you to record and monitor events that occur in your system like excessive system temperature, fan stops, and others. This feature allows you to specify the appropriate settings for your system’s event handling.
76 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Parameter Description Options Event Logging This parameter allows you to enable or disable the event logging function of your system. Enabled or Disabled Clear Event Logs Allow you to clear the event logs. Enabled or Disabled View Event Log The “View Event Log” allows you to open the system event log file for viewing.
77 Load Default Settings You need to reload the BIOS default settings every time you make changes to your system hardware configuration (such as memory size, CPU type, hard disk type, etc.); otherwise, BIOS will keep the previous CMOS settings.
78 Chapter 3 BIOS Information Abort Settings Change Selecting the “Abort Settings Change” option from the main menu displays the following dialog box: Setup Utility • • • • • • • Do you • System Information Product Information Disk Drives Onboard Peripherals Power Management Exit Setup Boot Options Date and Time really want to exit SETUP? System Security • System Event Log [Yes] [No] Load Default Settings Abort Settings Change Key Help Choosing “Yes” discards all the changes that you have made
79 Exiting Setup To exit the BIOS utility, simply press Esc. The following dialog box appears: Setup Utility • System Information • Product Information • Disk Drives • Onboard Peripherals • Power Management • BootExit Options Setup • Date and Time • System Do you really Security want to exit SETUP? • System Event Log [Yes] [No] Load Default Settings Abort Settings Change Key Help Select “Yes” to exit Setup. Select “No” to return to the main menu.
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Upgrading the System Chapter 4
This chapter tells you how to remove and replace the system housing, and to install optional components to upgrade the system. It gives brief and clear instructions accompanied by mechanical illustrations showing how to perform each described procedure.
83 Installation Precautions Before you install any system component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These sections contain important ESD precautions, pre- and post-installation instructions. ESD Precautions Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drives, expansion boards, and other components. Always observe the following precautions before you install a system component. 1.
84 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections unless you are a qualified service technician. Post-installation Instructions Observe the following after installing a system component: 1. See to it that the components are installed according to the stepby-step instructions in their respective sections. 2. Make sure you have set all the required jumpers. See “Jumpers and Connectors” on page 31 for the correct jumper settings. 3.
85 Opening the System Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected to it. Read the preinstallation instructions on page 83. This section tells you how to open the housing cover when you need to install additional components inside the system unit. Removing the Housing Cover 1. Turn off the system power and unplug all cables. 2. Place the system unit on a flat, steady surface. 3. Turn the screws counterclockwise to remove the cover.
86 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System Replacing the Housing Cover 1. Hold the cover as shown and slide it back into place.. 2. Replace the screws and turn it clockwise to secure the cover.
87 Installing Additional Memory The system memory is upgradeable to a maximum of 1 GB via two 184-pin RIMM sockets on the system board. These RIMM sockets accept PC-600, 700 and 800 compliant RIMMs with 64-, 128-, 256and 512-MB capacities. See “Board Layout” on page 29 for the location of the RIMM sockets. For instructions on how to install RIMMs, refer to “Installing a RIMM” on page 89.
88 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System RIMM 1 RIMM 2 Total Memory 256 MB 64 MB 320 MB 256 MB 128 MB 384 MB 256 MB 256 MB 512 MB 256 MB 512 MB 768 MB 512 MB 512 MB 1024 MB or 1 GB
89 Installing a RIMM 1. Open the clips on the socket. 2. Align the RIMM with the socket. 3. Press the RIMM into the socket until the clips lock into the RIMM. Note: The RIMM socket is slotted to ensure proper installation. If you insert a RIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, you may have inserted it incorrectly. Turn the RIMM around and try to insert it again.
90 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System Removing a RIMM 1. Press the holding clips on both sides of the socket outward to release the RIMM. 2. Gently pull the RIMM out of the socket.
91 Installing a C-RIMM Note: The C-RIMM module is needed for the RIMM module to function properly, because the RIMM module only work in series. 1. Open the clips on the socket. 2. Align the C-RIMM with the socket. 3. Press the C-RIMM into the socket until the clips lock into the CRIMM. Note: The C-RIMM socket is slotted to ensure proper installation. If you insert a C-RIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, you may have inserted it incorrectly.
92 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System Removing a C-RIMM 1. Press the holding clips on both sides of the socket outward to release the C-RIMM. 2. Gently pull the C-RIMM out of the socket. Reconfiguring the System The system automatically detects the amount of memory installed. Run Setup to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of it.
93 Upgrading the CPU Removing the CPU Note: Observe the ESD precautions on page 83 when installing or removing a system component. Before you can replace or upgrade your processor, you need to remove the previously installed processor on the system board. Follow these steps to remove the CPU: 1. On the system board, locate the CPU mounted on the socket. 2. Detach the fan/heatsink cable connector.
94 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System 3. Gently pull the CPU straight up from its socket.
95 Installing the Upgrade CPU Note: Observe the ESD precautions on page 83 when installing or removing a system component. Before you proceed, make sure that there is no CPU installed in the CPU socket. Follow these steps to install the upgrade CPU: 1. Insert the CPU as shown in the figure below. 2. Plug the fan/heatsink cable to the fan connector marked FN1 (for 2-pin connector) or FN2 (for 3-pin connector).
96 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System “Jumpers and Connectors” on page 31 for the location of the connectors on the system board. Warning! The heatsink becomes very hot when the system is on. Never touch the heatsink with any metal or with your hands.
97 Replacing the Hard Disk Follow these steps to replace the hard disk drive: 1. Remove the cover as shown on page 85. 2. Remove the four screws that hold the hard disk to the metal bracket frame. 3. Pull out the hard disk drive and remove the power cable and disk drive cable as shown below..
98 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System 4. Install a new 3.5-inch hard disk drive and connect the disk drive cable and power cable 5. Secure the hard disk with the fours screws that you have removed previously.. 6. Reinstall the housing cover as shown on page 86. Make sure that the other ends of the diskette drive cables are securely connected to their corresponding connectors on the system board.
99 Installing and Removing a PCI Card Installing a PCI Card 1. Locate an empty PCI slot on the system board. 2. Remove the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty PCI slot. 3. Remove the PCI card from its protective packaging. 4. Align then insert the PCI card into the slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated.
100 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System 5. Secure the card to the housing with a screw. 6. Reinstall the housing cover (see page 86). When you turn on the system, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the PCI devices. Removing a PCI Card To remove a PCI card, simply reverse the instructions listed under the “Installing a PCI Card” section.
101 Installing and Removing a AGP Card Installing a AGP Card 1. Locate an empty AGP slot on the system board. 2. Remove the bracket on the housing opposite the selected empty AGP slot. 3. Remove the AGP card from its protective packaging. 4. Align then insert the AGP card into the slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated.
102 Chapter 4 Upgrading the System 5. Secure the card to the housing with a screw. 6. Reinstall the housing cover (see page 86). When you turn on the system, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the AGP devices. Removing a AGP Card To remove a AGP card, simply reverse the instructions listed under the “Installing a AGP Card” section.
103 Index cylinder 51 detection mode 51 device type 51 DMA Transfer Mode 52 floppy drives A/B 49 Hard disk 32 Bit Access 52 Hard disk block mode 52 Hard disk LBA mode 51 head 51 IDE primary channel master 49 IDE primary channel slave 49 IDE secondary channel master 50 IDE secondary channel slave 50 sector 51 size 51 A abort settings change 78 ACPI 28 Advanced level 42 Advanced Options 68 PnP/PCI 72 AGP 3 audio function 36 B Basic level 42 BIOS utility 41–79 board layout 29 Boot Options 59 boot sequence
104 L Load default settings 77 M main menu 42 Memory Cache Options CPU frequency multiplier 70 level 1 cache 69 level 2 cache 69 memory at 15MB - 16MB reserved for 70 memory parity mode 70 RIMM Bus Clock 71 UPS function 70 MIDI 3 O Onboard Device Settings floppy disk controller 55 IDE controller 55 PS/2 mouse controller 55 USB host controller 55 USB legacy mode 55 Onboard Peripherals 53 base address 53 ECP DMA channel 55 IRQ 54 operation mode 55 parallel port 54 serial port 1 53 serial port 2 54 openin
105 level 1 cache 44 level 2 cache 45 parallel port 46 processor 44 processor speed 44 PS/2 mouse 46 serial port 1 46 serial port 2 46 total memory 45 system introduction 3 system reconfiguration 92 System Security 63 disk drive control 64 floppy drive 64 hard disk drive 64 processor serial number 64 Supervisor password 63 User password 64 T troubleshooting 18 turning off computer 17 turning on computer 15 U USB 3, 28, 37 V video function 35
