Motherboard P5N73-AM
E3997 First Edition June 2008 Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... vi Safety information...................................................................................... vii About this guide........................................................................................ viii P5N73-AM specifications summary............................................................ x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!.......................
Contents 1.10.2 Chapter 2: 2.1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility......................................................... 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility.................................................... 2-6 2.1.4 2.1.5 2.1.6 Saving the current BIOS file............................................. 2-9 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility..................................... 2-10 BIOS menu screen......................................................... 2-13 2.2.3 Legend bar...................................
Contents 2.5 Power menu................................................................................. 2-29 2.5.1 2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support........................................................ 2-29 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor.......................................................... 2-32 2.5.3 2.6 2.8 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority....................................................... 2-33 2.6.4 Boot Settings Configuration .......................................... 2-34 2.6.5 3.2 Exit menu.........
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.
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.
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. It also 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.
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.
P5N73-AM specifications summary CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® processors Compatible with Intel® 06 / 05B / 05A processors Supports Intel® next generation 45nm CPU Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology *Refer to www.asus.
P5N73-AM specifications summary Rear panel 1 x Parallel port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports 1 x COM 1 x VGA 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 8-channel audio I/O ports Internal connectors 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x CD audio in connector 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 2 x USB connectors for additional four USB 2.
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5N73-AM 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.
Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the LGA775 package. With the new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is designed to provide powerful and energy efficient performance. NVIDIA® GeForce™ 7050 / nForce™ 610i The brand new NVIDIA® GeForce™ 7050 / nForce® 610i Media and Communications Processor (MCP) features CineFXTM 3.0 Engine.
1.3.2 ASUS Special features ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page 2‑32 for details. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. See page 2-35 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility.
1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Ensure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation.
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 19.3cm (7.6in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard CPU_FAN COM1 ATX12V PWR_FAN 8Mb BIOS AUDIO MCP73V RTL 8201CP Super I/O PCIEX1_1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16 CLRTC PCI1 SB_PWR VIA VT1708B ASUS P5N73-AM SATA1 SATA4 SATA2 SATA3 PCI2 SPDIF_OUT AAFP R LAN1_USB12 P5N73-AM USB34 PRI_IDE VGA1 24.5cm (9.
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Quad / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 and Celeron® processors. 1.6.1 • Your boxed Intel® Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Quad / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 or Celeron® LGA775 processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU, fan and heatsink assembly. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A) and move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. Retention tab Load lever PnP Cap A B This side of the cam box should face you. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. 4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B).
5. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket. The socket alignment key should fit into the CPU notch. Alignment key Gold triangle mark 6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. A B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® processor require a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly • When you buy a boxed Intel® Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
A B B A B A A B When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. P5N73-AM 3. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. R 2. P5N73-AM CPU Fan Connector 1-12 • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • We recommend you to install the chassis fan for better thermal state.
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 2. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
4. Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to reset the orientation. Narrow end of the groove The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.
1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. DIMM2 112 Pins R P5N73-AM 128 Pins DIMM1 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: P5N73-AM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets 1.7.
1.7.3 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following table lists the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard.
DDR2 667 Qualified Vendors List DIMM support CL Brand SS/ DS A* B* KVR667D2N5/256 N/A Kingston SS D3216TLSAKL3U • • Kingston KVR667D2N5/256 N/A Infineon SS HYB18T256800AF3SW65 33154 • • 512MB Kingston KVR667D2N5/512 N/A Elpida SS E5108AGBG-6E-E • • 1G Kingston KVR667D2N5/1G N/A Kingston DS D6408TEBGGL3U • • 1G Kingston KVR667D2N5/1G N/A Elpida DS E5108AGBG-6E-E • • 512MB Samsung KR M378T6553CZ0-CE6 N/A Samsung SS K4T51083QC • • 512MB Samsung KR M378
DDR2 667 Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor Model CL Brand SS/ DS Component DIMM support A* B* 512MB VDATA M2YVD5G3H31P4I1C52 N/A VDATA SS VD29608A8A-3EG20627 • • 512MB VDATA M2GVD5G3H166I1C52 N/A VDATA SS VD29608A8A-3EG20637 • • 1G VDATA M2GVD5G3I41P6I1C52 N/A VDATA DS VD29608A8A-3EG20627 • • 1G VDATA M2GVD5G3I41C4I1C52 N/A VDATA DS VD29608A8A-3EC20620 • • 1G VDATA M2GVD5G3I4176I1C52 N/A VDATA DS VD29608A8A-3EG20641 • • 512MB PSC AL6E8E63B-6E1K 5 PS
DDR2 533 Qualified Vendors List Model CL Brand SS/ DS Component DIMM support Size Vendor A* B* 256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 N/A Elpida SS E5116AF-5C-E • • 512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 N/A Infineon SS HYB18T512800AF3733336550 • • 1G Kingston KVR533D2N4/1G N/A Kingston DS D6408TLRAGL37U • • 256MB Samsung M378T3253FG0-CD5 N/A Samsung SS K4T56083QF-GCD5 • • 512MB Samsung M378T6553BG0-CD5 4 Samsung SS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • • 256MB HY HYMP532U64CP6-C4 AB 4
SS - Single-sided / DS - Double - sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports two modules inserted into both slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-533/667/800 MHz QVL. 1.7.4 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
1.7.5 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to remove a DIMM. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 2. 2 1 1 DDR2 DIMM notch Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. 2. 3. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. 1.8.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard External devices interrupt PIRQ1 PIRQ2 PIRQ3 PIRQ4 PIRQ5 PIRQ6 PIRQ7 PIRQ8 PCI slot 1 — — PCI slot 2 — — shared — — — — — — shared — — — — Onboard USB controller — Onboard USB 2.
1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. If you install a PCI graphics card, we recommend that you remove the onboard graphics card driver. 1.8.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
1.9 1. Jumper Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 45 6 7 8 14 1. 2. 3. 12 13 11 10 9 PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. LAN (RJ-45) port. Supported by 10/100 LAN controller, this port allows 100Mb connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In – – – 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In – Rear Speaker Out – Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out – Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 10. USB 2.
PRI_IDE R IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for Ultra DMA 100/66/33 signal cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 100/66/33 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device(s). P5N73-AM 2.
R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. P5N73-AM 3. P5N73-AM SATA Connectors Speaker connector (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. SPEAKER 1 +5V GND GND Speaker Out R P5N73-AM 4.
5. CPU, Chassis and Power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of a total of 1A~2.2A (26.4W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. R P5N73-AM Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
7. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR and 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot. • Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices.
8. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. R Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel P5N73-AM CD (black) P5N73-AM Internal Audio Connector Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this connector. R USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports.
10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC’97 audio standard. AGND NC NC NC Legacy AC’97-compliant pin definition HP_HD AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD R MIC2_L MIC2_R Line out_R NC Line out_L AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L P5N73-AM Azalia-compliant pin definition P5N73-AM Azalia Analog Front Panel Connector 11.
12. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PLED+ PLEDPWR GND IDELED+ IDELEDGround Reset R P5N73-AM PLED PWRBTN +HDLED RESET P5N73-AM System Panel Connector • • • • 1-34 System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-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.
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 3. AwardBIOS Flash Utility: Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk/ USB flash disk or the motherboard support CD / DVD. 2.
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. 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. ASUS P5N73-AM 3.
4. 5. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. 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. 2. 3. 4. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate.
2.1.2 1. Creating a bootable floppy disk 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 . 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 My Computer. c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. d. Click File from the menu, then select Format.
2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS‑based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. 2. 3. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.
2.1.4 Updating the BIOS The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site. Rename the file to P5N73-AM.BIN and save it to a floppy disk, CD ROM or a USB flash disk in FAT 16/12 format. Save only the updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to avoid loading the wrong BIOS file. 2. 3. 4. 5. Copy the AwardBIOS Flash Utility (awdflash.
7. 8. Press when the utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file. The following screen appears. The utility verifies the BIOS file in the floppy disk, CD ROM or a USB flash disk and starts flashing the BIOS file. AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.17 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For 690G-SB600-P5N73-AM_H-00 DATE: 12/12/2006 Flash Type - Winbond W39V080A (8Mb) File Name to Program: P5N73-AM.
2.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file You can use the AwardBIOS Flash Utility to save the current BIOS file. You can load the current BIOS file when the BIOS file gets corrupted during the flashing process. Ensure that the floppy disk, CD ROM or a USB flash disk has enough disk space to save the file. To save the current BIOS file using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility: 1. 2. Follow steps 1 to 6 of the previous section. Press when the utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file.
2.1.6 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 DVD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support DVD, or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
Recovering the BIOS from the support DVD To recover the BIOS from the support DVD: 1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system. 3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file. 2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy...
2.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section “2.1 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.
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date 15 : 26 : 45 Mon, Apr 9 2007 Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in.
2.2.3 Legend bar At the bottom of the Setup screen is a legend bar. The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following table lists the keys found in the legend bar with their corresponding functions. Navigation Key Function Loads setup default values Left or Right arrow Up or Down arrow Page Down or – (minus) Page Up or + (plus) 2.2.
2.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Main Advanced Power Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date Language 21 : 38 : 36 Wed, Jan 9 2008 [English] Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in. Legacy Diskette A: Primary IDE Master [ST321122A] Primary IDE Slave Disabled [ASUS ..... CDS520/A] [ ] SATA1 [None]..... [ ] 720K , 3.5 in. SATA2 [None]..... [ ] 1.44M, 3.5 in.
2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Main Advanced Power Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date Language 20 : 7 : 38 Wed, Jan 9 2008 [English] Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in.
2.3.5 Primary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press to display the IDE device information.
Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, ensure you have the correct configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed hard disk. Capacity Displays the auto-detected hard disk capacity. This item is not configurable. Cylinder Shows the number of the hard disk cylinders. This item is not configurable. Head Shows the number of the hard disk read/write heads. This item is not configurable.
2.3.6 SATA 1~4 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press to display the SATA device information.
Landing Zone Shows the number of landing zone per track. This item is not configurable. Sector Shows the number of sectors per track. This item is not configurable. After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk. Ensure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to active. 2.3.
2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Main Advanced Power Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Tools Exit Select Menu Jumperfree Item Specific Help CPU Configuration Chipset PCIPnP Onboard Device Configuration USB Configuration F1:Help ESC: Exit 2.4.
FSB (QDR), MHz [Auto] Allows you to adjust CPU FSB frequency from 400 to 2400. You may enter a new value or use +/- keys to adjust. This item becomes user-configurabled when the FSB - Memory Clock Mode item is set to [Linked] or [Unlinked]. The Actual FSB (QDR) reflects the actual frequency that takes effect on a reboot. MEM (DDR), MHz [Auto] Allows you to adjust the memory frequency from 400 to 1400. You may enter a new value or use +/- keys to adjust.
tRCD [Auto] Allows you to set RAS to CAS delay for a RD/WR command to the same bank. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] tRP [Auto] Allows you to set the row precharge time Precharge-to-Active or AutoRefresh of the same bank. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] tRAS [Auto] Allows you set the minimum RAS active time. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]...[31] Command Per Clock (CMD) [Auto] Allows you to command timing setting (per clock unit).
2.4.2 CPU Configuration Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced CPU Configuration CPU Type Inter(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHz CPU Speed 1.86GHz Cache RAM 2048K CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto] Limit CPUID MaxVal [Disabled] Enhanced C1 (C1E) [Disabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Virtualization Technology [Enabled] CPU Multiplier [7.0] Enhanced Intel SpeedStep(tm) Tech.
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep(tm) Tech [Enabled] Enables or disables the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology to adjust CPU speed according to CPU workload. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.3 Chipset Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Chipset Frame Buffer Size Primary Display Adapter Select Menu [128MB] [PCI-E] Item Specific Help DRAM timing and control Frame Buffer Size [128M] Allows you to set the frame buffer size.
2.4.5 Onboard Device Configuration Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Onboard Device Configuration x IDE Function Setup Serial-ATA configuration HD Audio Controller Front Panel Support Type Onboard nVidia LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Serial Port1 Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode EPP Mode Select ECP Mode Use DMA F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Item →←: Select Menu Select Menu Item Specific Help [Auto] [HD Audio] [Enabled] [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [378/IRQ7] [ECP] EPP1.
Serial-ATA configuration Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Serial-ATA configuration X X X X SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA Operation Mode 1 2 3 4 [IDE] Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Select Menu Item Specific Help SATA Operation Mode [IDE] Allows you to select SATA operation mode. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID] [AHCI]. The following items become user-configurable when the SATA Operation Mode item is set to [RAID]. SATA 1/2/3/4 [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable SATA 1/2/3/4.
Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7] Allows you to select the Parallel Port address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378/IRQ7] [278/IRQ5] [3BC/IRQ7] Parallel Port Mode [ECP] Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [SPP] [EPP] [ECP] [ECP+EPP] [Normal] The “EPP Mode Select” item becomes user-configurable when the Parallel Port Mode item is set to [EPP] or [ECP+EPP] EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7] Allows you to select EPP mode. Configuration options: [EPP1.9] [EPP1.
2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Main Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Boot Tools Exit ACPI Suspend Type ACPI APIC support APM Configuration HardWare Monitor F1:Help ESC: Exit 2.5.
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Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the power on by RTC alarm. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items become user-configurable when the Power On By RTC Alarm item is set to [Enabled]. Date (of Month) Alarm [0] To set the date of alarm, highlight this item and press to display the Date of Month Alarm pop-up menu. Key-in a value within the specified range then press .
2.5.4 Hardware Monitor The items in this sub-menu displays the hardware monitor values automatically detected by the BIOS. It also allows you to change CPU Q-Fan feature-related parameters. Select an item then press to display the configuration options.
2.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Select Menu Boot Device Priority Removable Drives Boot Settings Configuration Security Item Specific Help Select Boot Device Priority F1:Help ESC: Exit 2.6.
2.6.4 Boot Settings Configuration Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Boot Settings Configuration x x Quick Boot Boot Up Floppy Seek Bootup Num-Lock Typematic Rate Setting Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Delay (Msec) Full Screen LOGO Halt On F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Item →←: Select Menu [Enabled] [Disabled] [On] [Disabled] 6 250 [Enabled] [All Errors] -/+: Change Value Enter: Select SubMenu Select Menu Item Specific Help Allows the system to skip certain tests while booting.
Full Screen LOGO [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Ensure that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you want to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. Halt On [All Errors] Allows you to error report type.
2.6.5 Security Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Select Menu Security Supervisor Password User Password Password Check Clear Clear [Setup] Item Specific Help Supervisor Password User Password These fields allow you to set passwords: To set a password: 1. 2. 3. Select an item then press . Type in a password using a combination of a maximum of eight (8) alphanumeric characters, then press .
2.7 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main Advanced Power Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to Run ASUS EX Flash 2 F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Item →←: Select Menu -/+: Change Value Enter: Select SubMenu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2.
2.8 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.
This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
3.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 32-bit XP / 32-bit Vista / 64-bit XP / 64-bit Vista Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 3.2 • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard Installs the ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard. NVIDIA nForce Chipset Driver Installs the NVIDIA® nForce™ Chipset Driver. VIA Audio Driver Install the VIA audio driver. The screen display and driver options may vary depending on the operating system.
3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Click to display the next page Click to return to the previous page ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Launches the ASUS InstallAll installation wizard for utilities. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment.
ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ADOBE Acrobat Reader 8 Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Anti-Virus Utility The anti-virus utility detects and protects your computer from viruses that destroys data.
3.2.4 Make Disk menu The Make Disk menu allows you to make a RAID driver disk. NVIDIA 32/64 bit XP AHCI Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® 32/64-bit XP AHCI disk. NVIDIA Vista32/64 AHCI Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® 32/64-bit Vista AHCI disk. NVIDIA 32/64 bit XP SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® 32/64-bit XP SATA RAID disk. NVIDIA 32/64 bit Vista SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® 32/64-bit Vista SATA RAID disk.
3.2.5 Manual menu The Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 3.2.6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.
3.2.7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format.
Technical Support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format.
3.3 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® 32-bit XP / 64-bit XP OS on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. To create a RAID driver disk: 1. Place the motherboard support DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. 3. From the Make Disk menu, select the RAID driver disk you want to create or browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the driver disk utility. 2. Select Make Disk tab.
The Appendix describes the CPU features that the motherboard supports.
A.1 A.1.1 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS. See Chapter 2 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EIST feature.
8. 9. On the Power schemes section, click , then select any option except Home/Office Desktop or Always On. Click Apply, then click OK. 10. Close the Display Properties window. After you adjust the power scheme, the CPU internal frequency slightly decreases when the CPU loading is low. The screen displays and procedures may vary depending on the operating system.
A.2 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the HyperThreading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
