User manual ASUS A7V8X

A7V8X User Guide Motherboard E1119 Checklist Second Edition September 2002 Copyright © 2002 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"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 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Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. ii Contents FCC/CDC statements ..................................................................... vi Safety information ......................................................................... vii About this guide ............................................................................ viii How this guide is organized ................................................ viii Conventions used in this guide ............................................. ix Where to find more information ............................................. ix ASUS contact information ............................................................... x A7V8X specifications summary ...................................................... xi Features Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-1 Package contents ............................................................... 1-1 Special features .................................................................. 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights .................................................. 1-2 Motherboard overview ........................................................ 1-6 1.4.1 Major components ................................................. 1-6 1.4.2 Core specifications ................................................ 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Motherboard installation ..................................................... 2-1 2.1.1 Placement direction ............................................... 2-1 2.1.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 2-1 2.2 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 2-2 2.3 Before you proceed ............................................................ 2-3 2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........................................... 2-4 2.4.1 Overview ................................................................ 2-4 2.4.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 2-5 2.5 System memory ................................................................. 2-6 2.5.1 Overview ................................................................ 2-6 2.5.2 Memory configurations .......................................... 2-7 2.5.3 Qualified Vendor List .............................................. 2-7 2.5.4 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-8 2.5.5 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-9 2.6 Expansion slots .................................................................2-11 2.6.1 Installing an expansion card ..............................................2-11 2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card ..........................................2-11 2.1 iii Contents Safeguards 2.7 2.8 2.6.3 PCI slots .............................................................. 2-13 2.6.4 AGP slot ............................................................... 2-13 Switches and jumpers ...................................................... 2-14 Connectors ....................................................................... 2-17 Chapter 3: Powering up 3.1 3.2 3.3 Starting up for the first time ................................................ 3-1 Vocal POST Messages ...................................................... 3-2 Powering off the computer ................................................. 3-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 4-1 4.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 4-1 4.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS ....................... 4-3 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 4-7 4.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 4-8 4.2.2 Legend bar ............................................................. 4-8 Main Menu ........................................................................ 4-10 4.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 4-12 4.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 4-16 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 4-17 4.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 4-20 4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration ...................................... 4-23 4.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 4-25 Power Menu ..................................................................... 4-29 4.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 4-29 4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 4-31 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 4-33 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 4-35 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 5.2 Install an operating system ................................................. 5-1 Support CD information ...................................................... 5-1 iv Contents 5.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu ......................................................... 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu ......................................................... 5-3 5.2.4 ASUS Contact Information ..................................... 5-6 5.2.5 Other information ................................................... 5-7 Software information .......................................................... 5-9 5.3.1 ASUS Update ........................................................ 5-9 5.3.2 ASUS MyLogo2TM ................................................ 5-10 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe .................................................. 5-12 5.3.4 E-Color 3Deep ..................................................... 5-17 5.3.5 Winbond Voice Editor .......................................... 5-20 5.3.6 Multi-Channel Audio Feature ............................... 5-24 Using the Promise Chip for RAID 0 or 1 ........................... 5-26 5.4.1 Installing the Hard Disks ...................................... 5-27 5.4.2 Enter FastTrak376TM BIOS and FastBuild Utility ... 5-28 5.4.3 Creating a RAID 0 Array ...................................... 5-29 5.4.4 Creating a RAID 1 Array ...................................... 5-30 5.4.5 Other FastBuild Utility Commands ....................... 5-32 Manual Installation of IDE/RAID Drivers .......................... 5-34 5.5.1 Win9x-ME Promise® FastTrak376TM Driver ........... 5-34 5.5.2 Win2000 / XP Promise® FastTrak376TM Driver ..... 5-34 5.5.3 Win NT Promise® FastTrak376TM Driver ............... 5-35 5.5.4 Installing the Promise® FastTrak376TM Driver in a New Windows 2000 / XP System ....... 5-35 5.3 5.4 5.5 Index ........................................................................................ I-1 v FCC/CDC statements 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. vi Safety information Electrical safety · To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. · When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. · Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. · Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. · Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. · If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety · Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. · Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. · To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. · Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. · Place the product on a stable surface. · If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing the ASUS A7V8X motherboard. How this guide is organized This manual contains the following parts: · Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the A7V8X motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. · Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. · Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and gives information on the BIOS beep codes. · Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. · Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. · Index This part contains an alphabetical list of the topics found in this document. viii 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: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS Contact Information on page x. 2. Optional Documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package. ix ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific) Address: General Tel: General Fax: General Email: 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2894-3449 info@asus.com.tw Technical Support MB/Others (Tel): Notebook (Tel): Desktop/Server (Tel): Support Fax: Support Email: Web Site: Newsgroup: +886-2-2890-7121 (English) +886-2-2890-7122 (English) +886-2-2890-7123 (English) +886-2-2890-7698 tsd@asus.com.tw www.asus.com.tw cscnews.asus.com.tw ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address: General Fax: General Email: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center, Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA +1-510-608-4555 tmd1@asus.com Technical Support Support Fax: General Support: Web Site: Support Email: +1-510-608-4555 +1-502-995-0883 www.asus.com tsd@asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Europe) Address: General Fax: General Email: Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany +49-2102-442066 sales@asuscom.de (for marketing requests only) Technical Support Support Hotline: Notebook (Tel): Support Fax: Support (Email): Web Site: MB/Others: +49-2102-9599-0 +49-2102-9599-10 +49-2102-9599-11 www.asuscom.de/de/support (for online support) www.asuscom.de x A7V8X specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus (FSB) Memory Socket A for AMD Thoroughbred, Athlon XP/Athlon/Duron 600 MHz ~ 2.4 GHz+ Northbridge: VIA KT400 Southbridge: VIA VT8235 333/266/200Mhz 3 x DDR DIMM Sockets Maximum 3 GB unbuffered PC2100/1600 non-ECC SDRAM Memory.(Note: PC2700 maximum to 2 DIMM support only. PC3200 maximum to 1 DIMM support only.) Visit the ASUS website for the latest qualified DDR400/DDR333 module list Expansion slots IDE Flexible Serial ATA (optional) RAID (optional) 1 x AGP 8X 6 x PCI (one shared with ASUS BlueMagic PCI slot.) 2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 Promise controller supports one ATA133 channel and two Serial ATA connectors RAID 0 supported by two or three Parallel ATA or Serial ATA connectors. RAID 1 supported by two Parallel or Serial ATA connectors. Realtek 6-channel CODEC S/PDIF in/out interface Broadcom 10/100 Mbps or 1 Gbps Ethernet controller VT8235 built-in USB 2.0 6 x USB 2.0 port VIA 1394 controller 2 x 1394 port ASUS POST Reporter (optional) ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS EZ Flash ASUS Q-Fan Multi-language BIOS Power Loss Restart ASUS Jumperfree SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) support S/PDIF in/out interface (on audio model only) ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection) AGP Warning LED (continued on the next page) Audio (optional) LAN (optional) USB 2.0 IEEE 1394 (optional) Special Features xi A7V8X specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x Parallel 2 x Serial 1 x PS/2 Keyboard 1 x PS/2 Mouse 1 x Audio I/O (on audio model only) 4 x USB 2.0 1 x RJ-45 Port (on LAN model only) CPU/Power/Chassis FAN connectors 20 pin ATX power connector IDE LED connector Chassis Intrusion, SM Bus, SIR Smart Card reader connector Front panel audio connector (on audio model only) Game port S/PDIF in/out connector (on audio model only) CD/AUX/Modem audio in (on audio model only) 2 x 1394 port (on 1394 model only) 1 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports 2 x Serial ATA port (on serial ATA model only) 4Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS2.3, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo2 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WfM 2.0. DMI 2.0, chassis intrusion, SMBus ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Trend Microtm PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software ASUS LiveUpdate Utility InterVideo WinCinema [WinDVD/WinRip/WinCorder/ WinProducer] software (optional) User's manual Support CD 2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable IDE cable FDD cable I/O shield 2-port USB 2.0/ Game port module 2-port IEEE 1394 module (on 1394 model only) 2 x IEEE 1394 cable (on 1394 model only) 2 x Serial ATA cable (on Serial ATA model only) Internal I/O Connectors BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Form Factor Support CD contents Accessories * Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the ASUS A7V8X motherboard. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Product introduction Chapter summary 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Welcome! ........................................................ 1-1 Package contents .......................................... 1-1 Special features ............................................. 1-2 Motherboard overview ................................... 1-6 ASUS A7V8X motherboard 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying the ASUS® A7V8X motherboard! The ASUS A7V8X motherboard is loaded with the most advanced technologies to deliver the maximum performance for socket A processors. Based on the advanced VIA KT400 chipset with DDR 400 support, the ASUS A7V8X also features AGP 8X, serial ATA, USB 2.0 as well as optional 6-channel audio, Gigabit LAN and 1394. Unique ASUS features such as ASUS C.O.P., Q-Fan and MyLogo2 and more are included to ensure the best user experience and value in a motherboard. 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 ASUS A7V8X motherboard ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm) ASUS A7V8X series support CD ASUS 2-port USB 2.0/ GAME port module ASUS 2-port IEEE 1394 module (on 1394 model only) ASUS S/PDIF in/out module (on audio model only) 2 pcs. 1394 cable (on 1394 model only) 2 pcs. Serial ATA cable (on Serial ATA model only) 2 pcs. 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA/66/100/133 IDE drives 40-conductor IDE cable Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive I/O shield Bag of extra jumper caps User Guide Quick Setup Guide and Reference Card (retail box only) Jumpers and Connectors Sticker (retail box only) If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Check your ASUS A7V8X package for the following items. ASUS A7V8X motherboard user guide 1-1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights 333MHz FSB Athlon XP CPU support AMD's Athlon XP 2700+ and all follow-up CPUs now support 333MHz Front Side Bus (FSB) for increased application program productivity and enhanced digital media experience. AGP 8X support AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is the next generation VGA interface specification that enables enhanced graphics performance with high bandwidth speeds up to 2.12 GB/s. With a bus of 533Mhz, AGP 8X is twice as fast as AGP 4X. Serial ATA technology (optional) Serial ATA is the next generation ATA specification that provides scalable performance for today and tomorrow. With up to 150MB/s data transfer rate, Serial ATA is faster than current Parallel ATA, while providing 100% software compatibility. DDR400 (PC3200) support DDR400 (PC3200), the latest and fastest DDR memory standard, supports bandwidth up to 3.2 GB/s to provide enhanced system performance. (Note: PC2700 maximum to 2 DIMM support only. PC3200 maximum to 1 DIMM support only.) Gigabit LAN (optional) The A7V8X with BroadCom Gigabit LAN, delivers transfer speeds up to ten times faster than conventional 10/100 Ethernet connections. Gigabit LAN is the networking standard for the future and is ideal for handling large amounts of data such as video, audio and voice. USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 is the latest connectivity standard for next generation components and peripherals. USB 2.0 delivers fast transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480 MB/s, for easy connectivity and ultra-fast data transfers. The higher bandwidth of USB 2.0 allows connection of devices such as high resolution video conferencing cameras, next generation scanners, printers, and fast storage units. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction IEEE 1394 support (optional) IEEE 1394 interface provides high speed digital interface for audio / video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. ASUS Q-Fan feature The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See details on page 4-32. C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection): With AMD® Athlon XPTM installed, the motherboard offers automatic CPU Overheating Protection to prolong the life of the entire system. If the CPU temperature exceeds the set criteria, the PC shuts down automatically. ASUS POST ReporterTM (optional) A7V8X offers a new exciting feature called the ASUS POST ReporterTM to provide friendly voice messages and alerts during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). Through the system's internal speaker, or an added external speaker, you will hear the messages informing you of the system boot status and causes of boot errors, if any. The bundled Winbond Voice Editor software allows you to customize the voice messages, and provides multi-language support. ASUS MyLogo2TM This new feature present in the A7V8X motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow you to configure easier and faster. Visit the ASUS website for information on the supported languages. See page 4-11 on how to select your desired language. ASUS A7V8X motherboard user guide 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. 6-channel Audio (optional) The A7V8X uses an onboard Realtek CODEC that lets you enjoy highquality 6-channel audio without having to buy advanced sound cards. InterVideo WinCinema Software (on Gold version only) A full array of bundled software is now available with ASUS motherboards! Submerge yourself in ahole new multimedia experience. WinDVD: the world's most popular DVD software supporting 5.1-channel audio WinRip: MP3 Player/Encoder/Ripper featuring virtual 5.1-channel and surround sound effects. WinCoder: Real-time MPEG-1 & 2 software video encoder. WinProducer: Easy-of-use MPEG-1 & 2 video editing software. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS A7V8X motherboard user guide 1-5 1.4 Motherboard overview Before you install the A7V8X motherboard, familiarize yourself with its physical configuration and available features to facilitate the motherboard installation and future upgrades. A sufficient knowledge of the motherboard specifications will also help you avoid mistakes that may damage the board and its components. 1.4.1 Major components The following are the major components of the A7V8X motherboard as pointed out in the picture on page 1-7. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 11. North Bridge controller CPU socket DDR DIMM sockets ATX power connector Floppy disk connector IDE connectors AGP warning LED South Bridge controller ASUS ASIC SATA connectors* 19. Audio CODECA 20. 10/100 or 1Gbit LAN controllerL 21. AGP slot 22. Mouse port 23. Parallel port 24. RJ-45 portL 25. Line In jackA 26. Line Out jackA 27. Microphone jackA 28. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 29. Serial ports 1 and 2 30. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 31. Keyboard port * - on SATA model only E L A 10. RAID IDE connector* 12. Flash ROM 13. SATA controller* 14. Stand-by LED 15. Super I/O controller 16 IEEE 1394 connectorE 17. IEEE 1394 controllerE 18. PCI slots (Note: The ASUS BlueMagic PCI slot works as a normal PCI slot and it is also compatible with the ASUS proprietary wireless card - Spacelink B&W) - on IEEE model only - on LAN model only - on Audio model only See page 1-8 for the specifications of each major component. Refer to Chapter 2 for detailed information on the components. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction