R MEW-AML Socket 370 Intel® 810 microATX Motherboard USER’S MANUAL
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CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 7 1.1 How This Manual Is Organized .................................................. 7 1.2 Item Checklist ............................................................................. 7 2. FEATURES ........................................................................................ 8 2.1 The ASUS MEW-AML Motherboard ......................................... 8 2.1.1 Specifications .....................
CONTENTS 5. SOFTWARE SETUP ........................................................................ 49 5.1 ASUS Smart Motherboard Support CD .................................... 49 5.2 Operating Systems .................................................................... 52 5.3 Starting Windows For the First Time ........................................ 52 5.4 ASUS LiveUpdate .................................................................... 55 5.5 Driver ..................................................
FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. 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.
1. INTRODUCTION 1. INTRODUCTION Sections/Checklist 1.
2. FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS MEW-AML Motherboard The MEW-AML motherboard from ASUS is designed for the new PC user who wants simple features in a small package. 2.1.1 Specifications • 2. FEA TURES Specifications • • • • • • • • • • • 8 Latest Intel Socket 370 Processor Support! Supports Intel’s Celeron processor designed for Socket 370 and packaged in Plastic Pin Grid Array (PPGA). Latest Intel 810 Chipset! The 810 (GMCH0) supports 66/100MHz FSB and UltraDMA/66.
2. FEATURES • Highest Audio Quality! AC’97 DAC/ADC (software audio) built into the audio CODEC reduces noise to improve audio quality and performance for a SNR (signal to noise ratio) of +90dB. These features greatly improve voice synthesis and recognition. If more quality is required, an optional onboard Crystal PCI audio improves audio quality beyond software audio. • • • • • • • 2. FEA TURES Intelligence 2.1.
2. FEATURES 2.2 ASUS MEW-AML Part Definitions The following are part descriptions for the motherboard parts shown on the next page. 2.
2. FEATURES 2.3 ASUS MEW-AML Part Locations 1 2 3 4 2.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.1 Motherboard Layout PS2KBMS FS4 FS3 FS2 FS1 FS0 CPU_FAN USB T: Port 1 B: Port 2 Line In Row 00 1 Mic In 2 3 PCI Slot 1 MEW-AML PCI Slot 2 Audio Codec Super I/O Intel I/O Controller Hub (ICH) FLOPPY Graphics & Memory Controller Hub CD_IN 4Mbit Firmware Hub (FWH) PRIMARY IDE Intel 810 Line Out ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR) GAME_AUDIO VGA DIMM Socket 2 (64/72-bit, 168-pin module) PARALLEL PORT 3.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.2 Layout Contents Motherboard Settings 1) FS0, FS1, FS2, FS3, FS4 p.14 CPU External Clock (BUS) Frequency Setting Expansion Slots 1) DIMM1, DIMM2 2) Socket 370 3) PCI1, PCI2, PCI3, PCI4 p.15 168-Pin DIMM Memory Support p.17 Central Processing Unit (CPU) Socket p.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.4 Motherboard Settings WARNING! Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. To protect them against damage from static electricity, you should follow some precautions whenever you work on your computer. 1. Unplug your computer when working on the inside. 2. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.5 System Memory (DIMM) NOTE: No hardware or BIOS setup is required after adding or removing memory. This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). Sockets are available for 3.3Volt (power level) unbuffered Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM). This chipset does not support ECC. However, ECC memory modules may still be used, but the ECC function will not be available.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.5.2 Memory Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. Because the number of pins are different on either side of the breaks, the module will only fit in the orientation shown. DIMMs are longer and have different pin contact on each side and therefore have a higher pin density. SIMMs have the same pin contact on both sides. Lock 88 Pins FRONT 1 MEW-AML 60 Pins 3. H/W SETUP CPU 20 Pins MEW-AML 168-Pin DIMM Sockets The DIMMs must be 3.3V Unbuffered for this motherboard.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard provides a ZIF Socket 370. The CPU that came with the motherboard should have a fan attached to it to prevent overheating. If this is not the case, then purchase a fan before you turn on your system. WARNING! Be sure that there is sufficient air circulation across the processor’s heatsink by regularly checking that your CPU fan is working.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.7 Expansion Cards WARNING! Make sure that you unplug your power supply when adding or removing expansion cards or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both your motherboard and expansion cards. 3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure 3. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 1. Read the documentation for your expansion card and make any necessary hardware or software settings for your expansion card, such as jumpers or switches. 2.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.8 External Connectors WARNING! Some pins are used for connectors or power sources. These are clearly distinguished from jumpers in the Motherboard Layout. Placing jumper caps over these connector pins will cause damage to your motherboard. IMPORTANT: Ribbon cables should always be connected with the red stripe to Pin 1 on the connectors. Pin 1 is usually on the side closest to the power connector on hard drives and CD-ROM drives, but may be on the opposite side on floppy disk drives.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3) Universal Serial Bus Ports 1 & 2 (Two black 4-pin USB) Two USB ports are available for connecting USB devices. USB 1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2 3. H/W SETUP Connectors 4) Parallel Port Connector (Burgundy 25-pin PRINTER) The parallel connector is used for a single parallel device such as a printer or a portable drive. See Parallel Port in 4.4.1 I/O Device Configuration for settings. NOTE: Serial printers must be connected to the serial port.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 6) Monitor Output Connector (Blue 15-pin VGA) This connector is for output to a VGA-compatible device. VGA Monitor (15-pin Female) 3. H/W SETUP Connectors 7) Joystick/MIDI Connector (Gold 15-pin GAME_AUDIO) (optional) You may connect game joysticks or game pads to this connector for playing games. Connect MIDI devices for playing or editing professional audio.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 9) Primary / Secondary IDE Connectors (Two 40-1 pin IDE) These connectors support the provided IDE hard disk ribbon cable. After connecting the single end to the board, connect the two plugs at the other end to your hard disk(s). If you install two hard disks, you must configure the second drive to Slave mode by setting its jumper accordingly. Please refer to your hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 11) Wake-On-LAN Connector (3-pin WOL_CON) This connector connects to a LAN card with a Wake-On-LAN output, such as the ASUS PCI-L101 Ethernet card. The connector powers up the system when a wakeup packet or signal is received through the LAN card. IMPORTANT: This feature requires that your system has an ATX power supply with at least 720mA +5V standby power. IMPORTANT: Requires an ATX power supply with at least 720mA +5 volt standby power +5 Volt Standby PME 1 MEW-AML 3.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 13) CPU & Chassis Fan Connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN/CHA_FAN) This connector supports a cooling fan of 350mA (4.2 Watts) or less. Orientate the fan so that the heat sink fins allow airflow to go across the onboard heat sink(s) instead of the expansion slots. Depending on the fan manufacturer, the wiring and plug may be different. The red wire should be positive, while the black should be ground. Connect the fan’s plug to the board taking into consideration the polarity of the connector.
3. HARDWARE SETUP ASUS MEW-AML User’s Manual 3. H/W SETUP Connectors 14) Message LED Lead (2-pin LED) This indicates whether the system is in normal mode or standby (suspend) mode. The LED will be dark in normal mode and will flash in standby (suspend) mode. 15) Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2-pin KEYLOCK) This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted key switch to allow keyboard locking.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 22) Internal Audio Connector (4-pin CD_IN) (optional) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from such sound sources as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel CD_IN 1 MEW-AML MEW-AML Internal Audio Connector 3. H/W SETUP Connectors 23) ATX Power Supply Connector (20-pin block ATXPWR) This connector connects to an ATX power supply.
3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.9 Power Connection Procedures 1. After all connections are made, close the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switches are off (in some systems, marked with ). 3. Connect the power supply cord to the power supply located on the back of your system case according to your system user’s manual. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 3. H/W SETUP Power Connections 5. You may then turn on your devices in the following order: a.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS 4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System It is recommended that you save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS along with a Flash Memory Writer utility (AFLASH.EXE) to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to reinstall the BIOS later. AFLASH.EXE is a Flash Memory Writer utility that updates the BIOS by uploading a new BIOS file to the programmable flash ROM on the motherboard. This file works only in DOS mode.
4. BIOS SETUP 5. Select 1. Save Current BIOS to File from the Main menu and press . The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears. 6. Type a filename and the path, for example, A:\XXX-XX.XXX and then press . 4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures (only when necessary) ASUS MEW-AML User’s Manual 4. BIOS SETUP Updating BIOS 1. Download an updated ASUS BIOS file from the Internet (WWW or FTP) (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION on page 3 for details) and save to the disk you created earlier. 2.
4. BIOS SETUP 6. When prompted to confirm the BIOS update, press Y to start the update. 7. The utility starts to program the new BIOS information into the flash ROM. The boot block will be updated automatically only when necessary. This will minimize the chance of a failed updating. When the programming is finished, Flashed Successfully will be displayed. 4. BIOS SETUP Updating BIOS 8. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.2 BIOS Setup Program This motherboard supports a programmable BIOS that can be updated using the provided utility as described in 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS. The utility is used if you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section describes how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, at some time in the future you may want to change the configuration of your computer.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. ADVANCED Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features. POWER Use this menu to configure and enable Power Management features. BOOT Use this menu to configure the default system device used to locate and load the Operating System. EXIT Use this menu to exit the current menu or specify how to exit the Setup program.
4. BIOS SETUP General Help In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also provides a General Help screen. This screen can be called up from any menu by simply pressing or the + combination. The General Help screen lists the legend keys with their corresponding alternates and functions. Saving Changes and Exiting the Setup Program See 4.8 Exit Menu for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.3 Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears: 4. BIOS SETUP Main Menu System Time [XX:XX:XX] Sets your system to the time that you specify (usually the current time). The format is hour, minute, second. Valid values for hour, minute and second are Hour: (00 to 23), Minute: (00 to 59), Second: (00 to 59). Use the or + keys to move between the hour, minute, and second fields.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave 4. BIOS SETUP Master/Slave Drives NOTE: Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the configuration information supplied by the manufacturer of the drive. Incorrect settings may cause your system to not recognize the installed hard disk. To allow the BIOS to detect the drive type automatically, select [Auto]. Type [Auto] Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive.
4. BIOS SETUP IMPORTANT: If your hard disk was already formatted on an older previous system, incorrect parameters may be detected. You will need to enter the correct parameters manually or use low-level format if you do not need the data stored on the hard disk. If the parameters listed differ from the ones used when the disk was formatted, the disk will not be readable.
4. BIOS SETUP Head This field configures the number of read/write heads. Refer to your drive documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE: To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to [User Type HDD] and the Translation Method field must be set to [Manual]. Sector This field configures the number of sectors per track. Refer to your drive documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field.
4. BIOS SETUP Other options for “Type:” are: [CD-ROM] - for IDE CD-ROM drives [LS-120] - for LS-120 compatible floppy disk drives [ZIP-100] - for ZIP-100 compatible disk drives [MO] - for IDE magneto optical disk drives [Other ATAPI Device] - for IDE devices not listed here After using the legend keys to make your selections on this sub-menu, press the key to exit back to the Main menu.
4. BIOS SETUP Keyboard Auto-Repeat Rate [30/Sec] This field controls the speed at which the system registers repeated keystrokes. Configuration options: [6/Sec] [8/Sec] [10/Sec] [12/Sec] [15/Sec] [20/Sec] [24/Sec] [30/Sec] Keyboard Auto-Repeat Delay [1/2 Sec] This field sets the delay before keystrokes begin to repeat. Configuration options: [1/4 Sec] [1/2 Sec] [3/4 Sec] [1 Sec] 4.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.4 Advanced Menu 4. BIOS SETUP Advanced Menu Plug & Play O/S [No] This field allows you to use a Plug-and-Play (PnP) operating system to configure the PCI bus slots instead of using the BIOS. When [Yes] is selected, interrupts may be reassigned by the OS. When a non-PnP OS is installed or you want to prevent reassigning of interrupt settings, select the default setting of [No].
4. BIOS SETUP Halt On [All Errors] This field determines which types of errors will cause the system to halt. Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Error] [All but Keyboard] [All but Disk] [All but Disk/Keyboard] Reset Configuration Data [No] The Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) contains information about non-PnP devices and holds the complete record of how the system was configured the last time it was booted. Set this field to [Yes] only when you want to clear the ESCD.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.4.1 I/O Device Configuration Floppy Disk Access Control [R/W] When set to [Read Only], this field protects files from being copied to floppy disks by allowing reads from the floppy disk drive but not writes. The setup default [R/W] allows both reads and writes. Configuration options: [R/W] [Read Only] 4. BIOS SETUP I/O Device Config. Serial Port A [3F8H/IRQ4], Serial Port B [2F8H/IRQ3] These fields allow you to set the addresses for the onboard serial connectors.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.5 Security Menu 4. BIOS SETUP Security Menu Supervisor Password / User Password These two options set the system passwords. Supervisor Password sets a password that will be used to protect the system and the Setup utility; User Password sets a password that will be used exclusively on the system. By default, the system comes without any passwords. To specify a password, highlight the type you want and then press . A password prompt appears on the screen.
4. BIOS SETUP Forgot the password? If you forgot the password, you can clear the password by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the password information is powered by the onboard button cell battery. To erase the RTC RAM: (1) Unplug your computer, (2) Short the solder points, (3) Turn ON your computer, (4) Hold down during bootup and enter BIOS setup to re-enter user preferences. Short solder points to Clear CMOS RTCLR 1 MEW-AML MEW-AML Clear RTC RAM 4.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.6 Power Menu 4.6.1 General Power Settings Auto Suspend Timeout [20 Min] This field sets the time period of inactivity before the system goes into suspend mode. Configuration options: [Off] [1~2 Min] [2~3 Min]...[1 Hour] 4. BIOS SETUP Power Menu HDD Power Down [15 Min] This field shuts down any IDE hard disk drives in the system after a period of inactivity as set in this user-configurable field. This feature does not affect SCSI hard drives.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.7 Boot Menu 4.7.1 Boot Sequence 4. BIOS SETUP Boot Menu The Boot menu allows you to select among the four possible types of boot devices listed using the up and down arrow keys. By using the <+> or key, you can promote devices and by using the <-> key, you can demote devices. Promotion or demotion of devices alters the priority which the system uses to search for a boot device on system power up.
4. BIOS SETUP 4.8 Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup. Select Exit from the menu bar to display the following menu: NOTE: Pressing does not exit this menu. You must select one of the options from this menu or from the legend bar to exit this menu. 4.
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5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.1 ASUS Smart Motherboard Support CD NOTE: The support CD contents are subject to change at any time without notice. To begin using your support CD disc, just insert it into your CD-ROM drive and the support CD installation menu should appear. If the menu does not appear, double click or run D:\ASSETUP.EXE (assuming that your CD-ROM drive is drive D:). 5.1.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.1.2 Support CD Submenus NOTE: The support CD contents are subject to change at any time without notice. Installation Submenu LDCM: Not available for this motherboard ASUS Probe: Not available for this motherboard. ASUS LiveUpdate: Installs a program to help you update your BIOS or download a BIOS image file. Driver: Installs the necessary drivers for your onboard components to work properly.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP PC-cillin 98: Installs Trend’s PC-cillin virus protection software. View the online help for more information. Adobe Acrobat Reader: Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader software necessary to view user’s manuals saved in PDF format. Updated or other language versions of this motherboard's manual is available in PDF format at any of our web sites. Exit: Returns to the Installation menu.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.2 Operating Systems Although ASUS motherboards passed testing on several operating systems, the operating system shown in these sections will be that of Microsoft’s Windows 98. You should always use the latest operating system and updates when using new hardware to ensure full compliancy. For Windows 95, you must use OSR 2.0 or later. For Windows NT 4.0, you must use Service Pack 3.0 or later. 5.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.3.1 Intel 82802 Firmware Hub Device Found (1) Click here. (2) Click here and then click Next. (4) Click here. 5. S/W SETUP Windows 98 (3) Insert the Windows 98 CD into your CD-ROM drive, browse to it, and then click here.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.3.2 PCI Multimedia Audio Device Found (1) Click here. (2) Click here and then click Next. (3) Browse to the here and then click Next. (4) Click here. (5) Click here. 5. S/W SETUP Windows 98 54 ASUS MEW-AML User’s Manual (6) Click here.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.4 ASUS LiveUpdate Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (1) Click here. (3) Click here. (4) Click here. (5) Click here. (6) Click here. ASUS MEW-AML User’s Manual 5. S/W SETUP Windows 98 (2) Click here.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.5 Driver 5.5.1 VGA Driver Setup Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (1) Click here. (2) Click here. (5) Click here. (3) Click here. (4) Click here. 5. S/W SETUP Windows 98 (6) Click here. (8) Click here to install to the default folder. 56 ASUS MEW-AML User’s Manual (7) Click here. (9) Click here.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP (11) Click here. (10) Click here and then click Finish to restart. (12) Click here. (13) Click here. (15) Click here. (14) Click here. (17) Click here. (16) Click here. (18) Browse to E:\VGA\WIN98 and then click here. (19) To install other drivers, click here and then click Finish.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.6 Other 5.6.1 INF Update Utility for 810 Chipset Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (1) Click here. (2) Click here. (3) Click here. (4) Click here. (5) Click here only after you have read the license agreement. (7) Click here to install the driver to the default folder. 58 (6) Click here. (8) Click here and then follow the online instructions.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.6.2 Intel Security Driver Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (1) Click here. (2) Click here. (3) Click here. (4) Click here. (5) Click here. (7) Click here. (6) Click here. (8) Click here and then follow the online instructions.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.6.3 YAMAHA S-YXG50 Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (1) Click here. (2) Click here. (3) Click here. (4) Click here. (6) Click here. (5) Enter the information requested and the click here* . * The serial number can be found on the software license agreement card. (7) Click here only if you accept the terms of the agreement.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP (9) Click here. (10) Click here. (11) Click here.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.6.4 YAMAHA XGStudio Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (2) Click here. (1) Click here. (4) Click here. (3) Click here. (6) Click here. (5) Click here only after you have carefully read the license agreement. (7) Click here. (8) Click here. (9) Click here.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.6.5 Microsoft DirectX 6.0 Driver Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (1) Click here. (3) Click here. (2) Click here. (4) Click here only after you have read the license agreement. (5) Click here. ASUS MEW-AML User’s Manual 5. S/W SETUP Windows 98 (6) Click here.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.6.6 PC-cillin 98 Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (1) Click here. (2) Click here. (4) Click here. (3) Click here. 5. S/W SETUP Windows 98 (5) Click here only if you accept the terms of the license agreement. (7) Click here. 64 (6) Click here. (8) Click here and then follow the online instructins to finish installation.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.6.7 Adobe Acrobat Reader V4.0 Insert the Support CD that came with your motherboard into your CD-ROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the setup screen. (2) Click here. (1) Click here. (4) Click here. (3) Click here. (6) Click here. 5. S/W SETUP Windows 98 (5) Click here only if you accept the terms of the license agreement. (7) To install other drivers or programs, click here and then click Finish.
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 5.7 Uninstalling Programs Add/Remove Programs is a basic component within Windows. You may use this function if a program does not provide its own uninstall program. (1) Double-click here to open the Add/Remove Programs Properties dialog box. 5. S/W SETUP Windows 98 (2) Select the program to remove and click here. (3) Click here.
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 6.1 Display Properties The motherboard’s built-in 2D/3D AGP VGA supports professional graphics design, gaming, learning, and business applications. NOTE: Depending on your system configuration, components, and options, your system may not show all of the settings displayed in the following pictures. To open the Properties dialog box, right-click the desktop and select Properties, the Settings tab, and then the Advanced button.
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 Monitor Shows what type of monitor you are currently using. To install the software for a new monitor, click Change. Performance Specifies the degree of acceleration you want for your graphics hardware. Full acceleration is the fastest and is recommended for most computers. If your ocmputer is having problems and you suspect graphics acceleration to be the cause, use the highest setting at which you do not have problems.
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 Information Gives information on your graphics device such as chipset, memory, BIOS, and drivers. Internet links are also available for easy access to the ASUS Web page for new updated drivers and notices. Color (Desktop) Allows you to adjust the quality of your display according to your preference. Gamma correction is available only in 16-bit color and 24-bit color (true color, 16.7M-color) modes.
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 Color (Video) Lets you make color settings for videos. Adjustment Allows you to adjust the display position, size, and refresh rate. Change refresh rate Allows you to adjust the default refresh rates for each resolution and color settings. Change current refresh rate Allows you to adjust the currently displayed resolution refresh rate. Advanced Allows you to assign hot keys to enable the OnScreen Display (OSD). To use this function, select Enable OSD.
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 6.2 ASUS LiveUpdate ASUS LiveUpdate is a utility that allows you to update your motherboard’s BIOS and drivers. The use of this utility requires that you are properly connected to the Internet through an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 1. Start ASUS Update V2.00. Launch the utility from Start | Programs | ASUS Utility | ASUS LiveUpdate V2.00. 2. Select an update method. 3.
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 6.3 Using Yamaha XGstudio Player To start the Yamaha XGstudio, click Start, point to Programs, point to YAMAHA XGstudio, and then click XGstudio Player. 6.3.1 Yamaha XGstudio Player Control Panel Closes the player. NOTE: You can also close the player by pressing +. Designates the song after the song currently playing as the new current-play song. Minimizes the player to an icon.
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 6.4 Using Yamaha XGstudio Mixer To start the Yamaha XGstudio, click Start, point to Programs, point to YAMAHA XGstudio, and then click XGstudio Mixer. 6.4.
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 Smart Arranger The Smart Arranger allows you to easily change the mood of a song. You can switch between seven ensemble voice sets with these buttons. To return to the original voice set, click .
6. SOFTWARE REFERENCE 6. S/W REFERENCE Windows 98 6.5 Hardware Information (1) Click here.
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7. APPENDIX 7. APPENDIX ASUS LAN Card 7.1 PCI-L101 Fast Ethernet Card LEDs LAN Activity Output Signal Intel Chipset RJ45 Wake on LAN Output Signal ASUS Motherboard type Other If you are using the ASUS PCI-L101 on an ASUS motherboard, leave the jumper on its defaut setting of “ASUS.” If you are using another brand of motherboard, set the jumper to “Other.” Connect the Wake on LAN (WOL) output signal to the motherboard’s WOL_CON in order to utilize the wake on LAN feature of the motherboard.
7. APPENDIX 7.1.1 Features 7. APPENDIX ASUS LAN Card • • • • • • • • • • • • Intel 82558 Ethernet LAN Controller (Fully integrated 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) Wake-On-LAN Remote Control Function Supported PCI Bus Master Complies to PCI Local Bus Rev. 2.1 specifications Consists of MAC & PHY (10/100Mbps) interfaces Complies to IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T and IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX interfaces Fully supports 10BASE-T & 100BASE-TX operations through a single RJ45 port Supports 32-bit Bus Master Technology / PCI Rev. 2.
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® Ultra-Fast CD-ROM • • • • • Drive Interface Type: Disc Formats: Disk Size: OS Compatibility: Cache Buffer Size: Data Transfer Rate: Access Time: Supports high speed CD-Audio playback Supports high speed digital audio extraction Supports UltraDMA/33 transfer mode Compatible with all CD formats Supports multi-read function (CD-R/CD-RW) ATAPI/Enhanced IDE supporting PIO mode 4, multiword DMA mode 2, UltraDMA/33 Audio CD, CD-ROM (mode 1 & mode 2), Mixed mode, CD-ROM/XA (mode 2, form 1 & form 2), Video C
