Asus A8V Deluxe User Manual

Motherboard A8V Deluxe User Guide
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iii Features Contents Notices .......................................................................................... vii Safety information ........................................................................ viii About this guide .............................................................................. ix How this guide is organized .................................................. ix Where to find more information ............................................. ix Conventions used in this guide .............................................. x T ypography ............................................................................. x A8V Deluxe specifications summary .............................................. xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 W elcome! ........................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-1 1.3 Special features .................................................................. 1-2 1.3.1 Product Highlights .................................................. 1-2 1.3.2 Unique ASUS features ........................................... 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed ............................................................ 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview ........................................................ 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction ............................................... 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-3 2.2.4 Layout Contents ..................................................... 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........................................... 2-6 2.3.1 Overview ................................................................ 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 2-6 2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fan ............................... 2-8 2.3.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable ............................ 2-10 2.4 System memory ................................................................ 2-1 1 2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-1 1 2.4.2 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-1 1 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................. 2-14 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ............................................... 2-14 2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................ 2-15 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 2-15 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card ............................ 2-15 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-16
iv Safeguards Contents 2.5.4 PCI slots .............................................................. 2-17 2.5.5 AGP slot ............................................................... 2-17 2.6 Jumpers ............................................................................ 2-18 2.7 Connectors ....................................................................... 2-20 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors ......................................... 2-20 2.7.2 Internal connectors .............................................. 2-22 Chapter 3: Powering up 3.1 Starting up for the first time ................................................ 3-1 3.2 Powering of f the computer ................................................. 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function .......................... 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual-function power switch .................... 3-2 3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™ .................................................... 3-3 3.3.1 V ocal POST messages .......................................... 3-3 3.3.2 Winbond V oice Editor ............................................ 3-5 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 4-1 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ............................. 4-1 4.1.2 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS ...................... 4-2 4.1.3 Using AFUDOS to copy BIOS from PC ................. 4-3 4.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 4-4 4.1.5 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 4-5 4.1.6 ASUS Update ........................................................ 4-7 4.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen .............................................. 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar .............................................................. 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys ................................................... 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 4-1 1 4.2.5 Sub-menu items .................................................... 4-1 1 4.2.6 Configuration fields ............................................... 4-1 1 4.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 4-1 1 4.2.8 Scroll bar ............................................................... 4-1 1 4.2.9 General help ......................................................... 4-1 1 4.3 Main menu ........................................................................ 4-12 4.3.1 System T ime ........................................................ 4-12 4.3.2 System Date ........................................................ 4-12 4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 4-12
v Contents 4.3.4 Language ............................................................. 4-12 4.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave .......... 4-13 4.3.6 System Information .............................................. 4-14 4.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 4-15 4.4.1 CPU Configuration ............................................... 4-15 4.4.2 Chipset ................................................................. 4-21 4.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration ........................... 4-24 4.4.4 PCI PnP ............................................................... 4-26 4.4.5 JumperFree Configuration ................................... 4-27 4.4.6 Speech Configuration .......................................... 4-29 4.4.7 Instant Music Configuration ................................. 4-29 4.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 4-30 4.5.1 Suspend Mode ..................................................... 4-30 4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ............................... 4-30 4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support ................................................. 4-31 4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support .............................................. 4-31 4.5.5 APM Configuration ............................................... 4-31 4.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 4-33 4.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 4-34 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority ............................................. 4-35 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-35 4.6.3 Security ................................................................ 4-36 4.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 4-39 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system ............................................ 5-1 5.2 Support CD information ...................................................... 5-1 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 Manuals menu ....................................................... 5-4 5.2.5 ASUS Contact information ..................................... 5-5 5.2.6 Other information ................................................... 5-5 5.3 Software Information .......................................................... 5-7 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ .................................................. 5-7 5.3.2 ASUS Instant Music ............................................... 5-9 5.4 AI Net feature .................................................................... 5-1 1 5.5 Audio configurations ......................................................... 5-12
vi 5.5.1 Sound Ef fect options ............................................ 5-12 5.5.2 S/PDIF options ..................................................... 5-13 5.5.3 Speaker Configuration ......................................... 5-14 5.5.4 AI Audio feature ................................................... 5-15 5.5.5 HRTF Demo ......................................................... 5-16 5.5.6 General settings ................................................... 5-17 5.5.7 Rear panel audio ports function variation ............ 5-17 5.6 RAID configurations ......................................................... 5-18 5.6.1 Installing hard disks ............................................. 5-19 5.6.2 Promise ® RAID configurations ............................. 5-20 5.6.3 VIA RAID configurations ...................................... 5-26 5.7 Creating a RAID driver disk .............................................. 5-33 5.8 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology ............................................ 5-34 5.8.1 Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet! T echnology .................... 5-34 5.8.2 Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet software ................. 5-36 Contents
vii Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer ’ s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However , there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment of f 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. 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. 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.
viii Safety information Electrical safety •T o prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company . • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer . Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately . •T o avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry . •A void 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 .
ix A bout this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing the motherboard. How this guide is organized This manual contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies 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 jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Y our 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.
x Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. T ypography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select. Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. <Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign indicates that you must press the enclosed key . Example: <Enter> indicates that you must press the Enter or Return key . <Multiple key names> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously , the key names are linked with a plus sign ( ). Example: <Ctrl Alt D> Command Means that you must enter the command exactly as shown then supply the appropriate values that appear in brackets. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /i[filename] In this example, you must supply a filename for [filename]. afudos /iA8V.ROM DANGER/W ARNING: 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. IMPORT ANT : Information that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: T ips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
xi A8V Deluxe specifications summar y (continued on the next page) CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage AI Audio AI Net IEEE 1394 USB AI BIOS AI Overclocking Features Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64FX / Athlon™ 64 processor Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet! T echnology VIA K8T800Pro VIA VT8237 2000 MT/s Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 4GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC PC3200/PC2700/PC2100/PC1600 DDR DIMMs 1 x AGP 8X/4X 5 x PCI SouthBridge supports - 2 x UltraDMA 133 connectors - 2 x Serial A T A with RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD Promise ® PDC20378 RAID controller - 1 x UltraDMA 133 connector - 2 x Serial A T A connectors - support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0 1, and Multiple RAID configurations Realtek ® ALC850 8-channel CODEC Audio Sensing and Enumeration T echnology S/PDIF out interface support Marvell ® 88E8001 Gigabit Ethernet controller V irtual Cable T ester (VCT) T echnology support VIA VT6307 IEEE1394 controller supports - 2 x 1394 ports Maximum of eight USB 2.0 ports ÅSUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 T echnology ASUS POST Reporter™ CPU, Memory , and AGP voltage adjustable SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200 MHz up to 300 MHz at 1 MHz increment ASUS JumperFree ASUS C.P .R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
xii A8V Deluxe specifications summar y * Specifications are subject to change without notice. Special features Back panel I/O Internal I/O BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents ASUS AI NET ASUS AI BIOS ASUS POST Reporter™ ASUS C.P .R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS Instant Music ASUS Q-Fan 2 T echnology AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology Multi-language BIOS Support S/PDIF out interface 1 x Parallel port 1 x Serial port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x IEEE 1394 port 1 x Optical S/PDIF output port 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF output port 1 x RJ-45 port 1 x 8-channel audio ports 2 x USB 2.0 connector for 4 additional USB ports CPU/Chassis/Power fan connectors 20-pin/4-pin A TX 12V power connectors CD/AUX connectors GAME/MIDI connector IEEE 1394 connector COM2 connector 4Mb Flash EEPROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP , DMI2.0, Green PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME A TX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) A TX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Anti-virus utility
Chapter 1 This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product introduction
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard Chapter summar y 1.1 W elcome! ........................................................ 1-1 1.2 Package contents .......................................... 1-1 1.3 Special features ............................................. 1-2
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 1-1 1. 1W elcome! Thank you for buying the ASUS ® A8V Deluxe motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard combines the powers of the AMD Athlon™ 64FX or Athlon™ 64 processor and the VIA K8T800Pro chipset to set a new benchmark for an effective desktop platform solution. Supporting a system bus of 2000 MT/s, up to 4GB of dual-channel system memory with PC3200/PC2700/PC2100/PC1600 DDR SDRAM, high-resolution graphics via an AGP 8X slot, Dual Serial A T A RAID, IEEE 1394, USB 2.0, and 8-channel audio features, the motherboard takes you ahead in the world of power computing! Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below . If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer . ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 4 x Serial A T A cable 2 x 2-port Serial A T A power cable 1 x 2-port USB2.0/Game module 1 x IEEE1394 cable 2 x 80-conductor ribbon cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE drives 1 x 40-conductor IDE cable 1 x Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive WinDVD Platinum (Retail boxes only) Instant Music label (Retail boxes only) I/O shield Bag of extra jumper caps User guide 1. 2P ackage contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1. 3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The AMD Athlon™ 64FX and Athlon™ 64 desktop processors are based on AMD’ s 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark introduction of the industry’s first x86-64 technology . These processors provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility , performance, investment protection, and reduced total cost of ownership and development. See page 2-6. HyperT ransport™ T echnology HyperT ransport™ T echnology is a high-speed, low latency , point-to-point link designed to increase the communication speed between integrated circuits in computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to 48 times faster than other existing technologies. AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology that dynamically and automatically changes the CPU speed, voltage and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs. See pages 4-20, 5-34. Dual Channel DDR memory support Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology , the motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using DDR400/333/ 266 DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400MHz memory bus delivers the required bandwidth for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. See page 2-1 1. Serial A T A solution The motherboard supports four interfaces compliant to the Serial A T A (SA T A) specification, an evolutionary replacement of the Parallel A T A storage interface. The Serial A T A specification allows for thinner , more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. See pages 2-24, 2-24.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 1-3 Dual Serial A T A RAID The motherboard provides two high-performance Serial A T A RAID controllers that enhance hard disk performance and data backup protection without the cost of additional RAID cards. The Promise ® PDC20378 RAID controller incorporates two Serial A T A and one parallel connector with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0 1, and multiple RAID functions while the onboard VIA VT8237 RAID controller provides an additional two Serial A T A connectors for RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD functions. See pages 2-24, 2-25, 5-18. AGP 8X support AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is the VGA interface specification that enables enhanced graphics performance with maximum bandwidth speed of up to 2.12 GB/s. See page 2-17, 4-22. S/PDIF out The motherboard’s S/PDIF out function turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful speaker systems. See page 2-21. IEEE 1394 support The IEEE 1394 interface provides high-speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide range of peripherals and devices compliant to IEEE 1394a standards. The IEEE 1394 interface allows up to 400Mbps transfer rates through simple, low-cost, high-bandwidth asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between computers, peripherals, and consumer electronic devices such as camcorders, VCRs, printers,TVs, and digital cameras. See pages 2-20, 2-29. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, extending the connection speed from 12 Mbps on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0 - supporting up to eight USB 2.0 ports. The higher bandwidth of USB 2.0 allows connection of devices such as high resolution video conferencing cameras, next generation scanners and printers, and fast storage units. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 2-201, 2-28.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.3.2 Unique ASUS features AI NET solution The Marvell ® Gigabit LAN controller chipset is onboard to provide a single-chip solution for LAN on Motherboard (LOM) applications. The controller integrates a 32-bit IEEE 802.3 compliant Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Controller (GMAC) and Physical Layer T ransceiver solution to support high performance network applications. The controller is equipped with the Virtual Cable T ester™ (VCT) net-diagnosing utility that intelligently diagnoses and reports cable faults from a remote location up to 100 meters. This feature helps maintain a more stable network connection. See page 2-20, 5-1 1. AI Audio technology The motherboard supports 8-channel audio through the onboard ALC850 CODEC with 16-bit DAC, a stereo 16-bit ADC, and an AC97 2.3 compatible multi-channel audio designed for PC multimedia systems. It also provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF out support, interrupt capability and includes the Realtek ® proprietary UAJ ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology . See page 2-20, 5-12. AI BIOS solution The AI BIOS is a combination of three ASUS intelligent solutions: Q-Fan 2, POST Reporter™, and CrashFree BIOS 2. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to the system load and temperature to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page 4-33. CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the ASUS support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-5.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 1-5 ASUS POST Reporter™ The motherboard offers an exciting feature called the ASUS POST Reporter™ to provide friendly voice messages and alerts during the Power-On Self-T ests (POST). Through 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 V oice Editor software allows you to customize the voice messages, and provides multi-language support. See pages 3-3, 4-29 AI Overclocking This feature allows convenient overclocking up to 30% (depending on the installed CPU and DRAM) to enhance system performance while maintaining system stability . See page 4-27. ASUS MyLogo2™ This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See pages 4-35, 5-7. C.P .R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P .R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P .R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply reboot the system to restore the previously saved settings. See page 2-18. 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. See page 4-4. 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 . See page 4-12.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS Instant Music This unique feature allows you to playback audio files even without booting the system to Windows™. Just press the ASUS Instant Music special function keys and enjoy the music! See pages 4-29, 5-9.
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 jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard Chapter summar y 2.1 Before you proceed ....................................... 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview ................................... 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..................... 2-6 2.4 System memory ............................................ 2-1 1 2.5 Expansion slots ........................................... 2-15 2.6 Jumpers ........................................................ 2-18 2.7 Connectors ................................................... 2-20
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-1 2. 1 Before you proceed Note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. When lit, this green LED indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-of f mode, a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity . • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the A TX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply . Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. A8V ® A8V Deluxe Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2 Motherboard over view Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below . 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-3 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PCI1 P ANEL A8V ® CR2032 3V Lithium Cel l CMOS Power CD AUX Super I/O 4Mbit BIOS Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) FP_AUDIO Realtek ALC850 GAME A TX12V CHASSIS IE1394_1 CLRTC PRI_IDE SEC_IDE A TX Power Connector KBPWR VIA VT8237 Marvell Gigabit LAN COM2 USB56 Promise 20378 SB_PWR CHA_FAN VIA VT6307 Chipset PRI_RAID USBPWR12 USBPWR56 USBPWR78 24.5cm (9.6in) 30.5cm (12.0in) PCI2 PCI3 PCI4 PCI5 S ATA 1 FLOPPY VIA K8T800Pro USB78 S ATA 2 SA T A_RAID2 CPU_FAN PWR_FAN Socket 939 SA T A_RAID1 PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: K eyboard Below:Mic In Center:Line Out T op:Line In USB2.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 T op: RJ-45 1394 T op: USB1 USB2 Bottom: P ARALLEL PORT COM1 SPDIF_O SPDIF_O2 Below: Side surround L/R Center: Back surround L/R T op:Bass USBPWR34 DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module) 5V (Default) 5VSB USBPWR12 1 2 3 2 5V (Default) 5VSB 1 2 3 2 USBPWR34 (Default) 5V 5VSB KBPWR 23 12 3 2 2 1 5V (Default) 5VSB USBPWR56 USBPWR78 3 2 2 1 CLRTC Normal Clear CMOS (Default) * Requires an A TX power supply. PLED- PWR 5V Speaker Speaker Connector Power LED Ground Reset SW IDE_LED IDE_LED Ground Reset Ground Ground A TX Power Switch* PLED IDE_LED-
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2.4 Layout Contents Slots Page 1. DDR DIMM slots 2-1 1 2. PCI slots 2-17 3. AGP slot 2-17 Jumpers Page 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLR TC) 2-18 2. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 2-19 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR12, USBPWR34, USBPWR56, USBPWR78) 2-19 Rear Panel Connectors Page 1. PS/2 mouse port 2-20 2. Parallel port 2-20 3. IEEE 1394 port 2-20 4. Gigabit LAN port (RJ-45) 2-20 5. Center/Subwoofer jack 2-20 6. Rear Speaker out jack 2-20 7. Line In jack 2-20 8. Line Out jack 2-20 9. Microphone jack 2-20 10. Side Speaker out jack 2-20 11 . USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2-21 12. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-21 13. Serial connector 2-21 14. S/PDIF optical cable jack 2-21 15. S/PDIF coaxial cable jack 2-21 16. PS/2 keyboard port 2-21
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-5 Internal Connectors Page 1. Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 2-22 2. Secondary IDE connector (40-1 pin SEC_IDE) 2-22 3. Floppy disk connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-23 4. RAID A T A connector (40-1 pin PRI_RAID) 2-23 5. Serial A T A connectors (7-pin SA T A1, SA T A2) 2-24 6. RAID Serial A T A connectors (7-pin SA T A_RAID1, SA T A_RAID2) 2-25 7. CPU fan connector (3-pin CPU_F AN) 2-26 8. Power fan connector (3-pin PWR_F AN) 2-26 9. Chassis fan connector (3-pin CHA_F AN) 2-26 10. Serial Port 2 connector (10-1 pin COM2) 2-26 11 .A TX power connector (20-pin A TXPWR) 2-27 12. A T A 12V power connector (4-pin A TX12V) 2-27 13. USB headers (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 2-28 14. CD connector (4-pin CD) 2-29 15. AUX connector (4-pin AUX) 2-29 16. IEEE 1394 connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) 2-29 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) 2-30 18. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME) 2-30 19. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 2-31 20. System panel connector (20-pin P ANEL) 2-31 - System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED) - System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER) - Reset switch (Blue 2-pin RESET) - A TX Power switch (Y ellow 2-pin PWRSW) - Hard Disk activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED)
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3 Central Pr ocessing Unit (CPU) 2.3.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64FX or AMD Athlon 64™ processor . The 128-bit-wide data paths of these processors can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. T ake note of the marked corner (with gold triangle) on the CPU. This mark should match a specific corner on the socket to ensure correct installation. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to install a CPU. 1. Locate the 939-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. Gold triangle
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-7 3. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90 °-100 ° angle. Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90 °-100 ° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely . The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. Gold triangle Small triangle Socket Lever
2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD Athlon™ 64FX or AMD Athlon 64™ processor require a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. Retention Module Base CPU Heatsink CPU Fan Retention bracket lock Retention bracket Make sure that you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly . • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. •Y ou do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. Y our boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter .
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-9 2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base. Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place.
2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable When the heatsink and fan assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_F AN. Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU overheating and hardware monitoring errors may occur if you fail to plug this connector . CPU Fan Connector (CPU_F AN)
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-11 2.4 System memor y 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets. 2.4.2 Memory configurations Y ou may install 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB unbuf fered ECC and non-ECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section. Important notes on memory configurations A8V ® A8V Deluxe 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets 80 Pins 104 Pins DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 • Installing DDR DIMMs other than the recommended configurations may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Use any of the recommended configurations in T able 1. • In Dual-channel configurations, install only identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM pairs for each channel. • Use the blue DIMM slots first. • Stacked RAM and DDR DIMM modules with more than 18 chips are not supported. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS Latency . For optimum compatibility , obtain memory modules from the same vendors. See Qualified V endors List on page 2-13. • When all four sockets are populated with 1GB DIMMs (total 4GB), the system may detect only 3 GB (a little less than 4GB) due to the Southbridge resource allocation.
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information T able 1 Recommended memory configurations * Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs. * For dual-channel configuration (3), you may: • install identical DIMMs in all four sockets or • install identical DIMM pair in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 (blue sockets) Sockets Mode DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Single-channel (1) — — Populated — Dual-channel* (1) Populated — Populated — (2) Populated Populated Populated Populated
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-13 DDR Qualified V endors List The following table lists the PC3200 (DDR400) memory modules that have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. T able 2 DDR400 Qualified V endors List Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors for better system performance. V isit the ASUS website (www .asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified V endor List for this motherboard. Size V endor Model CL Brand SS/DS Component DIMM support A* B* C* 256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 N/A Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT -D43 • • • 512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 N/A Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT -D43 • • • 256MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/256 N/A Mosel SS V58C2256804SA T5(ECC) • • • 512MB KINGSTON KVR400X72C3A/512 N/A Mosel DS V58C2256804SA T5(ECC) • • • 256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 N/A Infineon SS HYB25D256800BT -5B • • • 512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 N/A Infineon DS HYB25D256809BT -5B • • • 256MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/256 N/A KINGSTON SS D3208DL2T -5 • • • 512MB KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 N/A KINGSTON DS D328DIB-50 • • • 512MB KINGSTON KHX3200A/512 N/A N/A DS Heat-Sink Package • • • 256MB SAMSUNG M381L3223ETM-CCC 3ECC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) • • • 512MB SAMSUNG M381L6423ETM-CCC N/A SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) • • • 256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223ETM-CCC N/A SAMSUNG SS K4H560838E-TCCC • • • 512MB SAMSUNG M368L6423ETM-CCC 3 SAMSUNG DS K4H560838E-TCCC • • • 256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223FTN-CCC 3 SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC • • • 512MB SAMSUNG M368L6423FTN-CCC N/A SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC • • • 512MB Hynix HYMD264646B8J-D43 AA N/A Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT -D43 • • • 256MB MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB N/A MICRON SS MT46V32M8TG-5BC • • • 512MB MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB N/A MICRON DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC • • • 256MB Infineon HYS64D32300GU-5-B 3 Infineon SS HYB25D256800BT -5B • • • 512MB Infineon HYS64D64320GU-5-B 3 Infineon DS HYB25D256800BT -5B • • • 256MB Infineon HYS64D32300HU-5-C 3 Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • • • 512MB Infineon HYS64D64320HU-5-C N/A Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C • • • 256MB CORSAIR CMX256A-3200C2PT 2 Winbond SS W942508BH-5 • • • 512MB CORSAIR CMX512-3200C2 2 Winbond DS Heat-Sink Package • • • 512MB CORSAIR VS512MB400 2.5 V ALUE seLecT DS VS32M8-5 • • • A* - Supports one module inserted in DIMM_B1 (blue) slot. B* - Supports one pair of modules inserted into the blue slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. C* - Supports 4 modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration.
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to remove a DIMM. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. Unlocked Retaining Clip DDR DIMM NOTCH Locked Retaining Clip Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard has available PCI slots and an Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card Follow these steps to install an expansion card. 1. Read the documentation that came with the expansion card and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use. 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. Secure the card to the chassis with screws. 6. Replace the system cover . Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure the card by adjusting the software settings. 1. T urn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any . See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard Interrupt Assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System T imer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable Interrupt 3* 1 1 Communications Port (COM2) 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 Sound Card (sometimes LPT2) 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 Printer Port (LPT1) 8 3 System CMOS/Real T ime Clock 9* 4 ACPI Mode when used 10* 5 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 11 *6 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 12* 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard INT A INT B INT C INT D PCI slot 1 shared — — — PCI slot 2 — shared — — PCI slot 3 — — shared — PCI slot 4 — — — used PCI slot 5 shared — — — Gigabit LAN — shared — — Onboard RAID — — shared — Onboard 1394 shared — — — Serial A T A — — shared — AGP slot shared — — —
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-17 2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The following figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 AGP slot The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports AGP8X/4X cards. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with 1.5V specification. Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that they fit the AGP slot on your motherboard. Install only 1.5V AGP cards on this motherboard! 3.3V AGP cards are not supported in this motherboard. If installing the A TI ® 9500 or 9700 Pro Series VGA cards, use only the card version PN xxx-xxxxx-30 or later , for optimum performance and overclocking stability . A8V ® A8V Deluxe Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Keyed for 1.5v
2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.6 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (R TC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The RAM data in CMOS, that include system setup information such as system passwords, is powered by the onboard button cell battery . To erase the RTC RAM: 1. T urn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the onboard battery . 3. Move the jumper from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. 4. Replace the battery . 5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer . 6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup menu. 7. Load the BIOS default settings or key-in data. A8V ® 3 2 2 1 A8V Deluxe Clear RTC RAM CLRTC Normal Clear CMOS (Default) Y ou do not need to cleat the RTC when the system hands due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P .R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset the parameter settings to the default values.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-19 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR12, USBPWR34, USBPWR56, USBPWR78) Set these jumpers to 5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to 5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). 2. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 ( 5VSB) if you wish to wake up the computer when you press a key on the keyboard. This feature requires an A TX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the 5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS (See section “4.5.5 APM Configuration”). • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the 5VSB lead for each USB port. Otherwise, the system would not power up. • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability ( 5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode. A8V ® A8V Deluxe Keyboard Power Setting (Default) 5V 5VSB KBPWR 23 12 5V (Default) 5VSB A8V ® A8V Deluxe USB Device W ake Up USBPWR12 3 2 2 1 5V (Default) 5VSB USBPWR56 USBPWR78 1 2 3 2 USBPWR34
2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 16 11 2 4 13 15 3 12 7 8 9 5 6 10 14 1. PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer , a scanner , or other devices. 3. IEEE 1394 port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394 port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, other PCs and/or portable devices. 4. RJ-45 port. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. 5. Rear Speaker-Out port. This Rear Speaker (gray) port connects to the rear speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel or 8-channel audio configuration. 6. Side Speaker-Out port. This Side Speaker out (black) port connects to the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. 7. Line-In port. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other audio sources. 8. Line-Out port. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a speaker . In 4-channel, 6-channel and 8-channel mode, the function of this jack becomes Front Speaker Out. 9. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. 10. Center/Subwoofer port. This Center/Subwoofer (yellow orange) port connects to the center/subwoofer speakers on a 6-channel or 8-channel audio configuration.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-21 Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration 11 . USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 13. Serial connector . This 9-pin COM1 port is for serial devices. 14. S/PDIF optical out port. This port connects to external audio output devices with optical cable connectors. 15. S/PDIF coaxial out port. This port connects to external audio output devices with coaxial cable connectors. 16. PS/2 keyboard port. This purple connector is for a PS/2 keyboard. Headset/ 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Gray - Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Black - - - Side Speaker Out Y ellow Orange - - Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.7.2 Internal connectors 1. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) This connector supports the provided Ultra DMA IDE hard disk ribbon cable. Connect the cable’ s blue connector to the primary (recommended) or secondary IDE connector , then connect the gray connector to the Ultra DMA slave device (hard disk drive) and the black connector to the UltraDM A master device. • Follow the hard disk drive documentation when setting the device in master or slave mode. • Pin 20 on each IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the UltraD MA cable connector . This prevents incorrect orientation when you connect the cables. A8V ® A8V Deluxe IDE Connectors NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. PRI_IDE PIN 1 SEC_IDE PIN 1
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-23 2. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. After connecting one end to the motherboard, connect the other end to the floppy drive. (Pin 5 is removed to prevent incorrect insertion when using ribbon cables with pin 5 plug). 3. RAID A T A connector (40-1 pin PRI_RAID) This connector supports A T A133 devices that you can configure as a RAID set. Through the onboard Promise ® PDC20378 controller , you can configure either a RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 0 1 set with the RAID Serial A T A connectors . Y ou can use the RAID feature to set up a disk array configuration and to support additional IDE devices. • By default, the RAID connector is set as RAID. If you want to use an independent drive, set the Operation Mode to IDE Mode under Advanced menu of the BIOS. Refer to “Chapter 4: BIOS Setup” for details. • The Promise ® PDC20378 controller does not support A T API devices such as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc. • Refer to section “5.6.2 Promise ® RAID configurations” for details. A8V ® A8V Deluxe Floppy Disk Drive Connector NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1. FLOPPY PIN 1 A8V ® A8V Deluxe RAID Connectors NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. PRI_RAID PIN 1
2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information 4. Serial A T A connectors (7-pin SA T A1, SA T A2) These connectors support the thin Serial A T A cables for primary internal storage devices. The current Serial A T A interface allows up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate, faster than the standard parallel A T A with 133 MB/s (UltraDMA133). Y ou can configure a RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD set using these connectors. Important notes on Serial A T A solution: • The Serial A T A cable is smaller and more flexible, allowing easier routing inside the chassis. The lower pin count of the Serial A T A cable eliminates the problem caused by the wide, flat ribbon cables of the Parallel A T A interface. • Hot plug support for Serial A T A drive and connections is not available on this motherboard. • Install Windows ® XP Service Pack 1 when using Serial A T A drives. • Refer to section “5.6.3 VIA RAID configurations” for details on SA T A RAID configuration. A8V ® A8V Deluxe SA T A Connectors S ATA 2 GND RSA T A_TXP2 RSA T A_TXN2 GND RSA T A_RXP2 RSA T A_RXN2 GND S ATA 1 GND RSA T A_TXP1 RSA T A_TXN1 GND RSA T A_RXP1 RSA T A_RXN1 GND
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-25 5. RAID Serial A T A connectors (7-pin SA T A_RAID1, SA T A_RAID2) These Serial A T A connectors support SA T A hard disks that you can configure as a RAID set. Through the onboard Promise ® PDC20378 RAID controller , you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1,or RAID 0 1 configuration together with the RAID A T A133 connector (PRI_RAID). • By default, the RAID connector is set as RAID. If you want to use it as an independent drive, set the Operation Mode to IDE Mode under the Advanced menu. •T o create a RAID set, make sure that you have connected the Serial A T A cable and installed Serial A T A devices. Y ou cannot enter the SA T ARaid™ utility and SA T A BIOS setup during POST if no Serial A T A device is connected. • The Promise ® PDC20378 RAID controller does not support A T API devices such as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc. • Refer to section “5.6.2 Promise ® RAID Configurations” for details on SA T A RAID configuration. A8V ® A8V Deluxe SA T A RAID Connectors GND RSA T A_TXP2 RSA T A_TXN2 GND RSA T A_RXP2 RSA T A_RXN2 GND GND RSA T A_TXP1 RSA T A_TXN1 GND RSA T A_RXP1 RSA T A_RXN1 GND SA T A_RAID1 SA T A_RAID2
2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information 6. CPU, Power and Chassis Fan Connectors (3-pin CPU_F AN, PWR_F AN, CHA_F AN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at 12V . Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector . 7. Serial Port 2 connector (10-1 pin COM2) This connector accommodates a serial port using a serial port bracket. Connect the bracket cable to this connector then install the bracket into a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Lack of sufficient air flow within the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! The serial port bracket is purchased separately . A8V ® A8V Deluxe 12-V olt Fan Connectors CPU_F AN CHA_F AN GND Rotation 12V PWR_F AN GND Rotation 12V GND Rotation 12V A8V ® A8V Deluxe Serial COM2 Bracket PIN 1 COM2
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-27 8. A TX power connectors (20-pin A TXPWR, 4-pin A TX12V) These connectors are for A TX 12V power supply . The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. In addition to the 20-pin A TX power connector , this motherboard requires that you connect the 4-pin A TX 12V power plug to provide suf ficient power to the CPU. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin A TX 12V power plug. Otherwise, the system does not boot up. • Make sure that your A TX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the 12V lead and at least 1A on the 5-volt standby lead ( 5VSB). The minimum recommended wattage is 300W , or 350W for a fully configured system. The system may become unstable or might not boot up, if the power is inadequate. A8V ® A8V Deluxe A TX Power Connectors A TXPWR A TX12V 12V DC GND 12V DC GND 3.3VDC -12.0VDC COM PS_ON# COM COM COM -5.0VDC 5.0VDC 5.0VDC PWR_OK 12.0VDC 3.3VDC 3.3VDC COM 5.0VDC COM 5.0VDC COM 5VSB
2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information 9. USB headers (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) If the USB ports on the rear panel are inadequate, a USB header is available for additional USB ports. The USB header complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. This speed advantage over the conventional 12 Mbps on USB 1.1 allows faster Internet connection, interactive gaming, and simultaneous running of high-speed peripherals. Y ou must install the driver before you can use the USB 2.0 capability . NEVER connect a 1394 cable to any of the USB (blue) connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! A8V ® A8V Deluxe USB 2.0 Header USB56 USB 5V USB_P6- USB_P6 GND NC USB 5V USB_P5- USB_P5 GND 1 USB78 USB 5V USB_P8- USB_P8 GND NC USB 5V USB_P7- USB_P7 GND 1
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-29 11 . IEEE 1394 connectors (10-1 pin IE1394_1) This connector is for the bundled IEEE 1394 module. Attach the 10-1 pin cable plug to this connector . Y ou can also connect a 1394-compliant internal hard disk to this connector . 10. Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner , or MPEG card. NEVER connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394 (orange) connector . Doing so will damage the motherboard! A8V ® A8V Deluxe Internal Audio Connectors AUX (White) Right Audio Channel Left Audio Channel Ground CD (Black) A8V ® A8V Deluxe IEEE-1394 Connector IE1394_1 1 TP A0- GND TPB0- 12V GND TP A0 GND TPB0 12V
2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) This is an interface for the front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices. By default, the pins labeled LINE_OUT_R/BLINE_OUT_R and the pins LINE_OUT_L/BLINE_OUT_L are shorted with jumper caps. Remove the caps only when you are connecting the front panel audio cable. A8V ® A8V Deluxe Front Panel Audio Connector FP_AUDIO BLINE_OUT_L MIC2 Line out_R Line out_L BLINE_OUT_R NC MICPWR 5V A AGND 13. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME) This connector supports a GAME/MIDI module. If a GAME/MIDI module is available, connect the GAME/MIDI cable to this connector . The GAME/MIDI port on the module connects a joystick or a game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices for playing or editing audio files. A8V ® A8V Deluxe Game Connector GAME 5V 5V J2B1 J2CX MIDI_OUT J2CY J2B2 MIDI_IN J1B1 J1CX GND GND J1CY J1B2 5V
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 2-31 15. System panel connector (20-pin P ANEL) This connector accommodates several system front panel functions. 14. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This lead is for a chassis designed with intrusion detection feature. This requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion sensor or microswitch. When you remove any chassis component, the sensor triggers and sends a high-level signal to this lead to record a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pins labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap. T o use the chassis intrusion detection feature, remove the jumper cap from the pins. A8V ® A8V Deluxe Chassis Alarm Lead CHASSIS 5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND (Default) A8V ® A8V Deluxe System Panel Connector * Requires an A TX power supply . PLED- PWR 5V Speaker Speaker Connector Power LED Ground Reset SW IDE_LED IDE_LED Ground Reset Ground Ground A TX Power Switch* PLED IDE_LED- The System Panel connector is color-coded for easy and foolproof connection. T ake note of the specific connector colors as described.
2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information • System Power LED Lead (Green 3-1 pin PLED) This 3-1 pin connector connects to the system power LED. The LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • System W arning Speaker Lead (Orange 4-pin SPKR) This 4-pin connector is for the case-mounted speaker . It allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • Reset Switch Lead (Blue 2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the case-mounted reset switch to reboot the system without turning of f the system power . •A TX Power Switch / Soft-Off Switch Lead (Y ellow 2-pin PWRBTN ) This connector is for the system power switch. Pressing the power switch turns the system between ON and SLEEP , or ON and SOFT OFF , depending on the BIOS or OS settings. Pressing the power switch while in the ON mode for more than four seconds turns the system OFF . • Hard disk activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED) This connector supplies power to the hard disk activity LED. Any read or write activity of an IDE device causes this LED to light up.
Chapter 3 Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages and ways of shutting down the system.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard Chapter summar y 3.1 Starting up for the first time .......................... 3-1 3.2 Powering off the computer ........................... 3-2 3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™ ................................. 3-3
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 3-1 3. 1 St ar ting up for the fir st time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Make sure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector . 5. T urn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power (if you are using an A TX power supply , you need to switch on the power supply as well as press the A TX power switch on the front of the chassis). 6. After applying power , the power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For A TX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the A TX power switch. If your monitor complies with “green” standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on tests. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power , the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. 7. At power on, hold down <Del> to enter BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.
3-2 Chapter 3: Powering up 3.2 Powering of f the com puter 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows ® 98SE/ME/2000: 1. Click the Start button then click Shut Down... 2. Make sure that the Shut down option button is selected, then click the OK button to shut down the computer . 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows ® shuts down. If you are using Windows ® XP: 1. Click the Start button then select T urn Off Computer . 2. Click the T urn Off button to shut down the computer . 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows ® shuts down. 3.2.2 Using the dual-function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. If you press the power switch for more than four seconds, the system enters the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. See section “4.5 Power Menu” in Chapter 4.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 3-3 3.3 ASUS POS T Repor ter™ This motherboard includes the Winbond speech controller to support a special feature called the ASUS POST Reporter™. This feature gives you vocal POST messages and alerts you of system events and boot status. In case of a boot failure, you will hear the specific cause of the problem. These POST messages are customizable using the Winbond V oice Editor software that came with your package. Y ou can record your own messages to replace the default messages. 3.3.1 V ocal POST messages Following is a list of the default POST messages and their corresponding actions: POST Message Action No CPU installed • Install a supported processor into the CPU socket. See section “2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)” for supported processors. System failed CPU test • Check the CPU if properly installed. • Call ASUS technical support for assistance. See the “ASUS contact information” on the inside front cover of this manual. System failed memory test • Install supported DDR DIMMs into the sockets. • Check if the DIMMs on the DIMM sockets are properly installed. • Make sure that your DIMMs are not defective. • Refer to section “2.4 System memory” for instructions on installing a DIMM. System failed VGA test • Install a PCI VGA card into one of the PCI slots, or a 1.5V AGP card into the AGP slot. • Make sure that your VGA/AGP card is not defective. System failed due to CPU • Check your CPU settings in the overclocking BIOS and make sure you only set to the recommended settings. See section “4.4 Advanced menu.”
3-4 Chapter 3: Powering up POST Message Action No keyboard detected • Check your keyboard if it is properly connected to the purple PS/2 connector on the rear panel. • See section “2.7.1 Rear panel connectors” for the location of the connector . No IDE hard disk detected • Make sure you have connected an IDE hard disk drive to one of the IDE connectors on the motherboard. CPU temperature too high • Check CPU fan if it is working properly . CPU fan failed • Check the CPU fan and make sure it turns on after you apply power to the system. • Make sure that your CPU fan supports the fan speed detection function. CPU voltage out of range • Check your power supply and make sure it is not defective. • Call ASUS technical support for assistance. See the “ASUS contact information” on the inside front cover of this manual. System completed Power-On Self T est • No action required Computer now booting from operating • No action required system Y ou can disable the ASUS POST Reporter™ in the BIOS setup. See section “4.4.6 Speech Configuration”.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 3-5 3.3.2 Winbond V oice Editor The Winbond V oice Editor software allows you to customize the vocal POST messages. Install the software from the utilities menu of the support CD. See section “5.2.3 Utilities menu” for details. To avoid conflicts, do not run the Winbond V oice Editor while running the ASUS PC Probe. Follow these steps to use the Winbond V oice Editor . Launching the program Launch the program either from the Winbond V oice Editor icon on your desktop, or from the Windows Start menu, select Programs->Winbond V oice Editor->V oice Editor . The Winbond V oice Editor screen appears. Playing the default wave files To play the default wave files, simply click on a POST event on the left side of the screen, then click the Play button. The default language setting is English. Default Messages POST Events
3-6 Chapter 3: Powering up Changing the default language 1. Click the Load button. A window showing the available languages appears. 2. Select your desired language then click Open . The event messages for the language you selected appear on the V oice Editor screen. For some languages, not all events have a corresponding message due to file size constraints. 3. Click the Write button to update the EEPROM. 4. Click Y es on the confirmation window that appears. The next time you boot your computer , the POST messages are announced in the language that you selected.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 3-7 We suggest that youcreate a separate folder for your wave files so you can locate them easily in one place. Customizing your POST messages If your language is not in the selection or if you want to record your own POST messages to replace the pre-installed wave files, you can easily do so. Follow these steps to customize your POST messages. 1. Launch the V oice Editor and take note of the list of POST events on the leftmost column of the screen. 2. Prepare your message for each event. The total compressed size for all the wave files must not exceed 1Mbit, so make your messages as short as possible. 3. Use a recording software, such as Windows Recorder , to record your messages. 4. Save the messages as wave files (.W A V). W e recommend that you save your files in low quality to keep them small. For example, use 8-bit, mono quality at 22Khz sampling rate. 5. From the V oice Editor screen, click the Add button to display the Add W ave File window . 6. Copy the wave files that you recorded to the database. Close the window when done.
3-8 Chapter 3: Powering up If you receive an error message telling you that the files exceed the total allowable size, do one or all of the following. • Modify your messages to make them shorter . • Save the wave files at a lower quality . • Skip lesser used events like FDD Detection, IDE HDD Detection, etc. 7. Select a POST event on the V oice Editor screen, then click the Edit button. The Event Sound Editor window appears. 8. Locate and select your wave file for the event then click on the arrow opposite V oice1. The file you selected appears on the space next to it. 9. Click OK to return to the V oice Editor screen. 10. Repeat steps 7 to 9 for the other events. 11 . When done, click Save . A window appears prompting you to save your configuration. 12. T ype a file name with a .flh extension, then click Save. 13. Click the W rite button to compress the file and copy into the EEPROM. 14. Click Y es on the confirmation window that appears.
Chapter 4 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard Chapter summar y 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .............. 4-1 4.2 BIOS Setup program ...................................... 4-9 4.3 Main menu .................................................... 4-12 4.4 Advanced menu ........................................... 4-15 4.5 Power menu .................................................. 4-30 4.6 Boot menu .................................................... 4-34 4.7 Exit menu ...................................................... 4-39
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-1 4. 1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS AFUDOS - Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk in DOS mode. 2. ASUS EZ Flash - Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST . 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 - Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD. 4. ASUS Update - Updates the BIOS in a Windows ® environment. Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Important notes • Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the AFUDOS utility . •V isit the ASUS website (www .asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard using the ASUS Update utility . 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. DOS environment Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive. At the DOS prompt, type: format A:/S then press <Enter>. Windows ® 98SE/ME/XP environment a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk into the floppy disk drive. b. From your Windows desktop, click on Start, then select My Computer . c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. d. Click File from the menu, then select Format . A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. e. If you are using Windows ® XP , select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format options field, then click Start . OR If you are using Windows ® 98SE/ME, select Full option button from the format type, then click Start.
4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup A:\>afudos /iA8V.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading file ..... done Erasing flash .... done Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%) The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only . What you see on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! 2. Copy the original (or the latest) motherboard BIOS to the bootable floppy disk. 4.1.2 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS To update the BIOS using the AFUDOS.EXE utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website to download the latest BIOS file for your motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. 2. Copy the AFUDOS.EXE utility from the support CD to the bootable floppy disk that contains the BIOS file. 3. Boot the system from the floppy disk. 4. At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] means the latest (or original) BIOS file that you copied to the bootable floppy disk. 5. Press <Enter>. The succeeding screen displays the status of the update process. W rite the BIOS file name on a piece of paper . Y ou need to type the exact BIOS file name at the prompt.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-3 When the BIOS update process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt. A:\>afudos /iA8V.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading file ..... done Erasing flash .... done Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%) Verifying flash .. done A:\> 6. Reboot the system from the hard disk. 4.1.3 Using AFUDOS to copy BIOS from PC Y ou can use the AFUDOS.EXE utility to copy the current system BIOS to a floppy or hard disk and use it as a backup in case the system BIOS fails or gets corrupted. To copy the BIOS from your PC using AFUDOS.EXE: 1. At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /o[filename] where [filename] string of not more than eight (8) alpha-numeric characters for the main filename and three (3) alpha-numeric characters for the extension name. 2. Press <Enter>. Main filename Extension name A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... 0x0008CC00 (9%) The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only . What you see on your screen might not be exactly the same as shown.
4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... • If there is no floppy disk in the drive, the error message “Floppy not found!” appears. • If the correct BIOS file is not in the floppy disk, the error message “Floppy not found!” is displayed. Make sure to rename the downloaded BIOS file as “A8V .ROM”. 3. The utility will copy the current system BIOS by default to the floppy disk. Make sure that the floppy disk has at least 600KB of free disk space and is not write-protected. When the copy process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt. 4.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a diskette and using a DOS-based utility . The EZ Flash is built-in to the BIOS firmware so it is accessible by simply pressing <Alt F2> during the Power-On Self T ests (POST). To update the BIOS using ASUS EZ Flash: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www .asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for your motherboard and rename the downloaded file as A8V .ROM . Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk. 2. Reboot the system. 3. T o launch EZ Flash, press <Alt F2> during POST to display the following. A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... done A:\>
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-5 4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file. If all the necessary files are found in the floppy disk, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “A8V.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing... Flashed successfully. Rebooting. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! 4.1.5 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 The CrashFree BIOS 2 auto recovery tool allows you to restore BIOS from the motherboard support CD, or from a floppy disk that contains the BIOS file, in case the current BIOS on the motherboard fails or gets corrupted. To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk: 1. Boot the system. 2. When a corrupted BIOS is detected, the following screen message appears. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... • Prepare the support CD that came with the motherboard or a floppy disk that contains the motherboard BIOS before proceeding with the BIOS update process. • If you have saved a copy of the original motherboard BIOS to a bootable floppy disk, you can also use this disk to restore the BIOS. See section “4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk.”
4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup To recover the BIOS from the support CD: 1. Boot the system. 2. When a corrupted BIOS is detected, the following screen message appears. 3. Place the support CD in the CD-ROM. The support CD contains the original BIOS for this motherboard. If there is no floppy disk found in the drive, the system automatically checks the CD-ROM. 3. Insert a floppy disk that contains the original or the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. If all the necessary files are found in the floppy disk, the BIOS update process continues. 4. When the BIOS update process is complete, reboot the system. Make sure that the BIOS file in the floppy disk is renamed as “ A8V .ROM”. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy not found! Checking for CD-ROM... CD-ROM found. Reading file “A8V.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing... Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “A8V.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing... Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy...
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-7 4. When the BIOS update process is complete, reboot the system. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so might cause system boot failure! The recovered BIOS might not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit ASUS website (www .asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. 4.1.6 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment. This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To install ASUS Update: 1. Insert the support CD into the CD-ROM drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX . See page 5-3 for the Utilities menu screen. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied into your system. To update the BIOS using ASUS Update: 1. Launch the utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate . The ASUS Update initial screen appears. 2. Select your desired update method, then click Next .
4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next . 5. Follow the instructions on the succeeding screens to complete the update process. 6. If you select the option to update the BIOS from a file, a window prompts you to locate the file. Select the file, click Save , then follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. 3. If you select updating/ downloading from the Internet, select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traf fic, or choose Auto Select . Click Next.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-9 4.2 BIOS Setup pr ogram This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section “4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.” Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section explains how to configure your system using this utility . Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you may want to change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you may want to enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub. The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility . When you start up the computer , the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On Self T est (POST) to enter the Setup utility . Otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter Setup after POST , restart the system by pressing <Ctrl Alt Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. Y ou can also restart by turning the system of f and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed. The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. As a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys. The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability . Select the Load Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “4.7 Exit Menu.” • The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only , and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. •V isit the ASUS website (www .asus.com) to download the latest product and BIOS information.
4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup System Time [11:51:19] System Date [Thu 08/05/2003] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Language [English] Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A] Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S340] Secondary IDE Master : [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave : [Not Detected] System Information Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [ ] or [-] to configure system time. 4.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the system boot configuration Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen To select an item on the menu bar , press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. 4.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another . Navigation keys General help Menu bar Sub-menu items Configuration fields Menu items
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-11 4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power , Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 4.2.5 Sub-menu items An item with a sub-menu on any menu screen is distinguished by a solid triangle before the item. T o display the sub-menu, select the item and press <Enter>. 4.2.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you may change the value of the field opposite the item. Y ou can not select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. T o change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to “4.2.7 Pop-up window .” 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 4.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press Up/Down arrow keys or PageUp/ PageDown keys to display the other items on the screen. 4.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. System Time [11:10:19] System Date [Thu 03/27/2003] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Language [English] Primary IDE Master :[ST320413A] Primary IDE Slave :[ASUS CD-S340] Secondary IDE Master :[Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave :[Not Detected] Third IDE Master :[Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master :[Not Detected] IDE Configuration System Information Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [ ] or [-] to configure system time. Select Screen Select Item - Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Main menu items Scroll bar Select Screen Select Item - Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below may cause system to malfunction. Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled] Memory Acceleration Mode [Auto] DRAM Idle Timer [Auto] DRAm Refresh Rate [Auto] Graphic Adapter Priority [AGP/PCI] Graphics Aperture Size [ 64 MB] Spread Spectrum [Enabled] ICH Delayed Transaction [Enabled] MPS Revision [1.4] Pop-up window
4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. 4.3.1 System T ime [xx:xx:xxxx] Allows you to set the system time. 4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5in.] 4.3.4 Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the available options. Configuration options: [Français] [German] [English] Refer to section “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. System Time [11:51:19] System Date [Thu 08/05/2003] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Language [English] Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A] Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S340] Secondary IDE Master : [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave : [Not Detected] System Information Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [ ] or [-] to configure system time.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-13 4.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, BIOS auto-detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information. The values opposite the dimmed items (Device, V endor , Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMAR T monitoring) are auto-detected by BIOS and are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system. T ype [Auto] Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (A T API Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP , LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector T ransfer) [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to Disabled, the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Primary IDE Master Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode : Supported Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5 SMART Monitoring: Supported Type [Auto] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Block(Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] DMA Mode [Auto] Smart Monitoring [Auto] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled] Select the type of device connected to the system
4-14 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The items in this menu are auto-detected by BIOS. AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected processor information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory . PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5] SMAR T Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting T echnology . Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data T ransfer [Disabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AMI BIOS Version : 08.00.09 Build Date : 03/17/04 Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) XP Speed : 1100MHz Count : 1 System Memory Size : 256MB
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-15 4.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. 4.4.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information auto-detected by BIOS. T ake caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCI PnP JumperFree Configuration Speech Configuration Instant Music Configuration HyperTransport(HT) Configuration Memory Configuration AMD Cool & Quiet Configuration Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3400 Speed : 2200MHz Configure CPU. HyperTransport Configuration Options
4-16 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup HyperTransport Configuration HT Frequency [1000 MHz] Allows frequency selection of HyperT ransport transfer from K8 CPU to AGP . Configuration options: [200 MHz] [400 MHz] [600 MHz] [800 MHz] [1000 MHz] HT DA T A Width (Upstream) [16 BIT] Allows selection of HyperT ransport upstream data width. Configuration options: [16 BIT] [8 BIT] HT DA T A Width (Downstream) [16 BIT] Allows selection of HyperT ransport downstream data width. Configuration options: [16 BIT] [8 BIT] Memory Configuration Memory Configuration The Memory configuration menu item allows you to change the memory settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. HyperTransport Configuration HT Frequency [1000 MHz] HT DATA Width (Upstream) [16 BIT] HT DATA Width (Downstream) [16 BIT] Memory Configuration Memory Configuration ECC Configuration Memory CLK : 133 MHz CAS Latency : 2.0 TRCD : 3 CLK TRAS : 6 CLK TRP : 3 CLK K8 CPU to AGP HyperTransport Frequency Selection
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-17 Memclock Mode [ Auto] Allows you to set the memory clock mode. Set by the code using [Auto] or select [Manual] to set using one of the standard values. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit] DRAM Over 4G Remapping [Disabled] Enable this item when 4 gigabytes or more DRAM is installed to remap the memory block just below 4G and move it above 4G. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Bank Interleaving [Disabled] Sets whether to allow memory accesses to be spread out over BANKS on the same node or across nodes, decreasing access contention. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Node Interleaving [Disabled] Sets whether to allow memory accesses to be spread out over BANKS on the same node or across nodes, decreasing access contention. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] Burst Length [8 Beats] Sets the burst length in beats. Set to 4 Beats when using 64-bit Dq. Configuration options: [8 Beats] [4 Beats] CAS Latency (CL) [Auto] Sets the CAS Latency . Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0] [3.0] [2.5] TRC [Auto] Sets the TRC. Configuration options: [Auto] [7 CLK] [8 CLK] [9 CLK] [10 CLK] [1 1 CLK] [12 CLK] [13 CLK] Memory Configuration Memclock Mode [Auto] DRAM Over 4G Remapping [Disabled] Bank Interleaving [Disabled] Node Interleaving [Disabled] Burst Length [8 Beats] CAS Latency (CL) [Auto] TRC [Auto] TRFC [Auto] TRCD [Auto] TWR [Auto] TRWT [Auto] TRAS [Auto] TRP [Auto] TWCL [Auto] AsyncLat [Auto] Read Preamble Setting [Auto] 2T Command [Auto] MEMCLK can be set by the code using AUTO, or if you use LIMIT, you can set one of the standard values.
4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup TRFC [Auto] Sets the TRFC. Configuration options: [Auto] [9 CLK] [10 CLK] [1 1 CLK] [12 CLK] [13 CLK] [14 CLK] [15 CLK] TRCD [Auto] Sets the TRCD. Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] TWR [Auto] Sets the TWR. Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] TR WT [Auto] Sets the TR WT . Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] TRAS [Auto] Sets the TRAS. Configuration options: [Auto] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] [8 CLK] [9 CLK] [10 CLK] [1 1 CLK] [12 CLK] [13 CLK] [14 CLK] [15 CLK] TRP [Auto] Sets the TRP . Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] TWCL [Auto] Sets the TWCL. Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK] Asynclat [Auto] Sets the Asynclat. Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] [8 CLK] [9 CLK] Read Preamble Setting [Auto] Sets the Read Preamble in nano seconds. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0 ns] [2.5 ns] [3.0 ns] [3.5 ns] [4.0 ns] [4.5 ns] [5.0 ns] [5.5 ns] [6.0 ns] [6.5 ns] [7.0 ns] [7.5 ns] [8.0 ns] [8.5 ns] [9.0 ns] 2T Command [Auto] Sets the 2T Command. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled]
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-19 ECC Configuration Master ECC Enable [Disabled] Enables or disables support on all nodes for ECC error detect and correction. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM ECC Enable [Disabled] Enables or disables the DRAM ECC that allows hardware to report and correct memory errors automatically to maintain system integrity . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when the Master ECC Enable item is set to [Enabled]. ECC Configuration Master ECC Enable [Disabled] Master ECC Enables support on all nodes for ECC error detect and correction. DRAM BG Scrub [60ns] Disables or sets the DRAM scrubbing functionality that corrects and rewrites memory errors so later reads are correct. Doing this while the memory is not being used improves performance. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms] DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled] Sets the system to correct DRAM ECC errors immediately when they occur , even if background scrubbing is on. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ECC Chip Kill [Disabled] Enables or disables the ECC chip kill feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when the DRAM ECC Enable item is set to [Enabled].
4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup AMD Cool & Quiet Configuration Cool N’ Quiet [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Processor Displays the processor type and speed. • Make sure that the above item is set to Enabled if you want to use the AMD CPU Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology feature. • This feature requires the AMD CPU heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip. If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan T echnology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to your system loading. AMD Cool & Quiet Configuration Cool N’Quiet [Disabled] Enable/Disable AMD K8 Cool N’Quiet function. L2 Cache BG Scrub [Disabled] Disables or sets the L2 data cache RAM to be corrected when idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms] Data Cache BG Scrub [Disabled] Disables or sets the L1 data cache RAM to be corrected when idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms]
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-21 4.4.2 Chipset The Chipset menu items allow you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. AGP Bridge Configuration SouthBridge Configuration USB Configuration AGP Bridge Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter [AGP] Search for MDA Resources [Yes] VLink 8X Supported [Enabled] AGP Mode [AGP 8X] AGP Fast Write [Enabled] Graphics Aperture Size [64MB] AGP 3.0 Calibration Cycle [Disabled] DBI Output for AGP Trans [Disabled] Primary Graphics Adapter [AGP] Switches the PCI Bus scanning order while searching for a video card. This allows you to select the type of Primary VGA in case of multiple video controllers. Configuration options: [PCI] [AGP] Search for MDA Resources [Y es] Sets whether to allow search for MDA resources. Configuration options: [Y es] [No] VLink 8X Supported [Enabled] Enables or disables VLink 8X support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Options for VIA AGP Chipset
4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup SouthBridge Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the Southbridge-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. MPS Revision [1.4] Sets the MPS revision value. Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] PCI Delay T ransaction [Disabled] Enables or disables the PCI Delay transaction feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MPS Revision [1.4] PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled] AGP Mode [AGP 8X] Allows you to set the data throughput of your AGP graphics card. This motherboard supports the AGP 8X interface that transfers video data at 2.12GB/s. The default and configuration options vary depending on the speed of AGP card you installed. If you installed an AGP 8X graphics card, the configuration options are as follows: [8X] [4X] or if you installed an AGP 4X graphics card, the configuration options are as follows: [4X] [2X]. AGP Fast W rite [Enabled] Enables or disables the AGP Fast W rite feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Graphics Aperture Size [64MB] Allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data. Configuration options: [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB] AGP 3.0 Calibration Cycle [Disabled] Enables or disables the AGP 3.0 Calibration cycle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DBI Output for AGP T rans [Disabled] Enables or disables the DBI Output for AGP trans. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-23 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. The Module V ersion and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. USB Configuration Module Version - 2.23.2-7.4 USB Devices Enabled: None USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [FullSpeed] Enables USB host controllers. USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports] Allows you to set the number of USB ports to activate. Configuration options: [Disabled] [USB 2 Ports] [USB 4 Ports] [USB 6 Ports] [USB 8 Ports] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 ports controller . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [FullSpeed] Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed ] [Full Speed]
4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration OnBoard AC’97 Audio [Enabled] [Auto] allows the BIOS to detect whether you are using any audio device. If an audio device is detected, the onboard audio controller is enabled; if no audio device is detected, the controller is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OnChip SA T A Boot ROM [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onchip Serial A T A boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OnBoard Promise Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Promise ® RAID controller . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Operating Mode [RAID Mode] This item sets the onboard Promise controller operating mode. This item appears only when the Onboard Promise Controller item is set to Enabled. Configuration options: [RAID Mode] [IDE Mode] OnBoard LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Onboard AC’97 Audio [Enabled] OnChip SATA BOOTROM [Enabled] OnBoard Promise Controller [Enabled] Operating Mode [RAID] OnBoard LAN [Enabled] OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] OnBoard IEEE 1394 [Enabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [Disabled] OnBoard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled]
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-25 OnBoard IEEE 1394 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard IEEE1394 controller . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3] Allows you to select the Serial Port2 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [378] Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC] Parallel Port Mode [Normal] Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional] [EPP] [ECP] ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3] EPP V ersion [1.9] Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to EPP . Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled] Enables or disables the onboard Game/MIDI port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
4-26 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.4.4 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. T ake caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Plug And Play O/S [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled] IRQ3 [Available] IRQ4 [Available] IRQ5 [Available] IRQ7 [Available] IRQ9 [Available] IRQ10 [Available] IRQ11 [Available] IRQ14 [Available] IRQ15 [Available] NO: Lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system. YES: Lets the operating system configure Plug and Play (PnP) devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system. Plug and Play O/S [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Y es] and if you installed a Plug & Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug & Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Y es] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device latency timer register . Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Y es] When set to [Y es], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [Y es] [No]
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-27 4.4.5 JumperFree Configuration Palette Snooping [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly . Setting to [Disabled] deactivates this feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IRQ xx [A vailable] When set to [Available], the specific IRQ is free for PCI/PnP devices to use. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [A vailable] [Reserved] Configure System Frequency/Voltage AI Overclocking [Standard] AI Overclocking [Standard] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency . Select either one of the preset overclocking options and the relevant parameters will appear . Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Standard] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 7%] [Overclock 10%] [Adaptive Overclocking] The following items appear only when the AI Overclocking field is set to Manual. CPU FSB Frequency [200MHz] Allows you to adjust the CPU FSB operating frequency . Configuration options: [200MHz] [201 MHz] ~ [300MHz] Selecting a very high CPU frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. CPU Speed/V oltage Setting [Auto] Allows you to set a specific VCore of fset voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]
4-28 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup CPU Speed [800 MHz] Allows you to manually set the CPU speed. The configuration options vary depending on the speed of the processor installed. This item appears only when the CPU Speed/V oltage Setting item is set to Manual. CPU V oltage [1.450 V] Allows you to manually set the CPU voltage. The configuration options vary depending on the speed of the processor installed. This item appears only when the CPU Speed/V oltage Setting item is set to Manual. The following item appears only when the AI Overclocking field is set to Adaptive Overclocking. Adaptive Overclocking [3%] Allows you to set the overclocking percentage. Configuration options: [3%] [5%] [8%] [17%] DDR V oltage [Auto] Allows you to automatically detect or select from a list the DDR operating voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.6V] [2.7V] [2.8V] AGP V oltage [1.5V] Adjusts the AGP voltage setting. Configuration options: [1.5V] [1.6V] V -Link V oltage [2.5V] Adjusts the V -Link voltage setting. Configuration options: [2.5V] [2.6V] Setting a low CPU voltage can cause system boot failure! Selecting a very high overclocking percentage can cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, press the power button for over 4 seconds to turn OFF the system. T urn the computer back ON and enter the BIOS to revert default settings.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-29 4.4.6 Speech Configuration Speech POST Reporter [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Speech POST Reporter™ feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Speech Option Speech Post Reporter [Enabled] Report IDE Error [Disabled] Report System Checking [Disabled] Report System Booting [Disabled] Disabled/Enable Speech Report IDE Error [Disabled] Enables or disables the Report IDE Error feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Report System Checking [Disabled] Enables or disables the Report System Checking feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Report System Booting [Disabled] Enables or disables the Report System Booting feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when Speech POST Reporter™ is set to Enabled. 4.4.7 Instant Music Configuration Instant Music [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Instant Music feature in BIOS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Instant Music Option Instant Music [Disabled] If enabled, power up by PS/2 keyboard function will be disabled.
4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR] Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ACPI 2.0 Support [No] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend. Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [IDE Secondary Master] Allows you to select the CD-ROM drive that you wish to use for the Instant Music CD playback. Configuration options: [IDE Primary Master] [IDE Primary Slave] [IDE Secondary Master] [IDE Secondary Slave] Enabling Instant Music automatically disables the PS/2 keyboard power up feature. See page 5-9 for details. The above item appears only if you enable the Instant Music item. 4.5.1 Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR)] Allows you to select the ACPI state to be used for system suspend. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto] 4.5.2 Repost V ideo on S3 Resume [No] Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [No] [Y es]
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-31 4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to add more tables for ACPI 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Y es] 4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Enables or disables the ACPI support in the ASIC. When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.5.5 APM Configuration Power Management/APM [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when the Power Management/APM item is set to [Enabled]. Power Management/APM [Enabled] Power Button Mode [On/Off] Suspend Power Saving Type [C3] Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] Suspend Time Out [Disabled] Video Power Down Mode [Suspend] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Power On External Modems [Disabled] Power On PCI Device [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power Button Mode [On/Off] Allows the system to go into On/Off mode or suspend mode when the power button is pressed. Configuration options: [On/Of f] [Suspend] Suspend Power Saving T ype [C3] Sets the Suspend Power Saving T ype. Configuration options: [C3] [S1]
4-32 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the first try . T urning an external modem of f and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on. Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] When set to Power Of f, the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss. When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] Suspend Time Out [Disabled] Allows you to select the specified time at which the system goes on suspend mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1 Min] [2 Min] [4 Min] [8 Min] [10 Min] [20 Min] [30 Min] [40 Min] [50 Min] [60 Min] V ideo Power Down Mode [Suspend] Allows you to select the video power down mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Suspend] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this item is set to Enabled, the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour , R TC Alarm Minute, and R TC Alarm Second appear with set values. This feature requires an A TX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On External Modems [Disabled] Allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On PCI Device [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PME# to generate a wake event. This feature requires an A TX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-33 Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. This feature requires an A TX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to resume the system. This feature requires an A TX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.5.6 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature [48ºC/118ºF] MB Temperature [35ºC/95ºF] Power Temperature [57ºC/134.5ºF] CPU Fan Speed [3260RPM] Chassis Fan Speed [N/A] Power Fan Speed [N/A] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] VCORE Voltage [ 1.504V] 3.3V Voltage [ 3.360V] 5V Voltage [ 5.160V] 12V Voltage [11.328V] CPU Temperature CPU T emperature [xxx ºC/xxx ºF] MB T emperature [xxx ºC/xxx ºF] Power T emperature [xxx ºC/xxx ºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, motherboard and power temperatures. Select Disabled if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] Power Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the specific field shows N/A.
4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Chassis fan control function. When this field is set to [Enabled], the item Chassis Fan Ratio appears. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Fan Ratio [1 1/16] Allows you to select the fan speed ratio. This item appears only if the Chassis Q-Fan Control item is Enabled. Configuration options: [1 1/16] [12/16] [13/16] [14/16] [15/16] CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Chassis fan control function. When this field is set to [Enabled], the item CPU Fan Ratio appears. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Fan Ratio [1 1/16] Allows you to select the fan speed ratio. This item appears only if the CPU Q-Fan Control item is Enabled. Configuration options: [1 1/16] [12/16] [13/16] [14/16] [15/16] VCORE V oltage, 3.3V V oltage, 5V V oltage, 12V V oltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-35 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive] These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appear on the screen depends on the the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled] Boot Device Priority 1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] 2nd Boot Device [PM-ST320413A] 3rd Boot Device [SM-ASUS CD-S360] Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices. A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu. 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some Power On Self T ests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Make sure that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you want to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.
4-36 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup 4.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Clear User Password Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] <Enter> to change password. <Enter> again to disable password. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] W ait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system waits for F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hit ‘DEL ’ Message Display [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during POST . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Change Supervisor Password Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed . After you have set a password, this item shows Installed .
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-37 To set a Supervisor Password: 1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter> . 2. From the password box, type a password combination of at least six (6) letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>. 3. Confirm the password when prompted. The message “Password Installed” appears after you have successfully set your password. The Supervisor Password item now shows Installed . To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “2.6 Jumpers” for information on how to erase the R TC RAM. Security Settings Supervisor Password : Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check [Setup] Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] <Enter> to change password. <Enter> again to disabled password. User Access Level (Full Access] Allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Configuration options: [No Access] [V iew Only] [Limited] [Full Access] No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility . V iew Only allows access but does not allow change to any field. Limited allows change only to selected fields, such as Date and T ime. Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility .
4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Change User Password Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you have set a password, this item shows Installed. To set a User Password: 1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>. 2. On the password box that appears, type a password combination of at least six (6) letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>. 3. Confirm the password when prompted. The message “Password Installed” appears after you have successfully set your password. The User Password item now shows Installed . To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility . When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the boot sector virus protection. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-39 If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while exiting. Exit & Save Changes Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure that the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM and stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select Ye s to save changes and exit. 4.7 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit. Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation. Exit & Discard Changes Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System T ime, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.
4-40 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Discard Changes Allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select Ye s to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select Ye s to load default values. Select Exit Saving Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.
Chapter 5 Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard Chapter summar y 5.1 Installing an operating system ..................... 5-1 5.2 Support CD information ................................ 5-1 5.3 Software Information ..................................... 5-7 5.4 AI Net feature ................................................. 5-1 1 5.5 Audio configurations ................................... 5-12 5.6 RAID configurations .................................... 5-18 5.7 Creating a RAID driver disk ........................ 5-33 5.8 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology ...................... 5-34
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-1 5. 1 Inst alling an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® 98SE/ME/2000/XP/2003 Server operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 5.2 Suppor t CD infor mation The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. 5.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer . Motherboard settings and hardware options vary , so use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only . Refer to your OS documentation for more information. The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates. If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder . Double-click the ASSETUP .EXE to run the CD. Click an icon to display more information Click an item to install
5-2 Chapter 5: Software support 5.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. VIA 4 in 1 drivers This item installs the following drivers: - VIA Registry (INF) driver - VIA AGP VxD driver - VIA A T API vendor support driver - VIA PCI IRQ Miniport driver . Promise FastT rak 378 Driver Installs the Promise FastT rak 378 driver for Serial A T A and RAID features. VIA 6420 RAID Controller driver Installs the VIA 6420 RAID controller driver and application. Realtek ALC850 Audio Driver Installs the Realtek ® ALC850 audio controller and application. Marvell Gigabit LAN Driver Installs the Marvell ® 88E8001 Gigabit LAN drivers for Gigabit LAN solution that provides up to 1000Mbps data transfer rates. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver . Cool ‘n’ Quiet readme Launches the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology readme file.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-3 5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS PC Probe 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. ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. W inbond V oice Editor This program is for recording and customizing wave files for the ASUS POST Reporter™. Use this program to change the default vocal POST messages. See section “3.2 V ocal POST Messages” for a list of the default messages. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website. Cool ‘n’ Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology driver . The screen display and drivers option may not be the same for different operating system versions.
5-4 Chapter 5: Software support 5.2.4 Manuals menu The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the manual. Anti-virus Utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. V iew the online help for detailed information. ADOBE Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat ® Reader V5.0. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver . Cool ‘n’ Quiet Software Installs the Cool ‘n’ Quiet! T echnology software. Promise Array Management Utility Installs the Promise Array Management Utility . Use this utility to configure a disk array for RAID installations. Install the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader from the Utilities menu to open the manual files in PDF .
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-5 5.2.5 ASUS Contact information Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as stated. Y ou can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 5.2.6 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard.
5-6 Chapter 5: Software support T echnical Support Form Displays the ASUS T echnical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each in text format. Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-7 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the software menu. See section “5.2.3 Utilities menu”. 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility . See section “4.1.6 ASUS Update.” 2. When prompted for the BIOS update method, select the option “Update BIOS from a file.” 3. Specify the location of the BIOS file, such as from a floppy disk. Click Next. Follow these steps to use ASUS MyLogo2. 5.3 Sof twar e Information Most of the applications in the support CD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software for more information. This section provides details of the software applications that the motherboard supports. Before using ASUS MyLogo2™ feature, use the AFUDOS utility to make a copy of your original BIOS file, or obtain the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website. Make sure that the BIOS Item Full Screen Logo is set to [Enabled] if you want to use ASUS MyLogo2™. See section “4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration”.
5-8 Chapter 5: Software support 4. From the selection that appears, choose a logo image. Click Next . 6. The next screen prompts you to flash the original BIOS to update it with the new boot logo. Click Flash to update the BIOS. 7. When finished, click Exit , then reboot your computer . Y our system boots with the new boot logo. 5. When you click on an image, it displays larger on the MyLogo2™ screen. Instead of starting from ASUS Update, you can also launch ASUS MyLogo2™ directly from the Windows Start menu to change your BIOS boot logo. After you have modified the BIOS file with the new logo, use the ASUS Update utility to upload the new BIOS. Y ou can create your own boot logo image in GIF , JPG, or BMP file formats. • ASUS MyLogo2™ might encounter problems with complex images. If a problem occurs, replace with a simpler image or make the image smaller . •T o reduce the logo image, click on the arrow on the Ratio item and select your desired scale.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-9 • Instant Music only supports CDs in audio format. • Instant Music does not work if you installed and enabled an add-on sound card. • Instant Music only supports PS/2 keyboard. To enable ASUS Instant Music: 1. Connect the analog audio cable from the optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-R W drive) to the 4-pin CD-In connector (labeled CD) on the motherboard. See section “2.7 Connectors” for the location. Make sure to connect the CD-ROM audio cable; otherwise, you cannot control the audio volume using the Instant Music function keys. 5.3.2 ASUS Instant Music The motherboard is equipped with a BIOS-based audio playback feature called Instant Music . The onboard audio AC’97 CODEC supports this feature, which requires an optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW). 2. T urn on the system and enter the BIOS by pressing the <Del> key during the Power On Self-T ests (POST). 3. From the BIOS screen select Advanced then Instant Music Configuration . 4. In the Instant Music Configuration menu, select the item Instant Music and set it to Enabled . See section “4.4.7 Instant Music Configuration”. 5. The Instant Music CD-ROM Drive item appears if you enabled Instant Music. Highlight the item then press <Enter> to display the CD-ROM options. 6. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup. • The Scroll Lock LED is fixed to ON after enabling Instant Music. • The Caps Lock LED turns ON when you pause the CD playback. • When set to Instant Music mode, the system wake-up features (LAN, keyboard, mouse, USB) are deactivated. In this case, power up the system using the power switch. • If the system looses connection or does not detect any optical drive, the Instant Music feature turns OFF (disabled) automatically . A “beep” indicates this condition.
5-10 Chapter 5: Software support To use ASUS Instant Music: 1. Ensure that the power cord is plugged to a grounded power source, so that the system has standby power . 2. Use either one of the two sets of special function keys on your keyboard to play audio CDs. These keys only function as indicated if you enabled the Instant Music item in BIOS. Instant Music function keys (Set 1) CD ON/OFF PLA Y/P AUSE STOP/EJECT PREVIOUS NEXT VOL. DOWN VOL. UP Esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 To guide you in using Instant Music, place the Instant Music label over the function keys on the keyboard. The Instant Music keyboard label comes with your motherboard package. Instant Music function keys (Set 2) CD ON/OFF PLA Y/P AUSE STOP/EJECT PREVIOUS NEXT VOL. DOWN VOL. UP SCROLL LOCK LED CAPS LOCK LED 3. Connect speakers or a headphone to the Line Out (lime colored) port on the rear panel for audio output. Y ou may also connect a headphone to the headphone jack on the CD-ROM drive front panel. 4. Press <Esc> to turn ON Instant Music. 5. Place an audio CD into the CD-ROM drive. 6. Press <F1> or the <Space Bar> to play the first track on the CD. If there is no CD in the drive and you press <F1> or <Space Bar>, the drive tray ejects.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-11 7. Refer to the Instant Music function key definitions on the previous page to select other tracks or control the volume. 8. Press <F2> or <Enter> once to stop playing the CD. Press <F2> or <Enter> one more time to eject the CD. • The Virtual Cable T ester™ (VCT) feature is supported in Windows ® XP and Windows ® 2000 operating systems only . • The Virtual Cable T ester™ (VCT) feature works in Gigabit LAN only . • The Run button on the VCT T ester dialogue box is disabled if no problem is detected on the network. 5.4 AI Net featur e The motherboard supports the Marvell ® V irtual Cable T ester (VCT) T echnology . The VCT virtually diagnoses and reports cable faults using the T ime Domain Reflectometry (TDR). The VCT technology detects and reports open and shorted cables with up to one meter of accuracy . It also detects impedance mismatches, pair swaps, pair polarity problems, and pair skew problems of up to 64ns. VCT remarkably reduces networking and support costs complementing a highly manageable and controlled network system. Also, this tool can be incorporated in the network systems software, making it ideal for field support as well as development diagnostics. Using the V irtual Cable T ester™ To use the the Marvell ® Virtual Cable T ester™ on your computer . 1. Click the Start button. Select All Programs > Marvell > V irtual Cable T ester . 2. From the menu, click Virtual Cable T ester . The following screen display appears. 3. Click on Run to execute test.
5-12 Chapter 5: Software support 5.5 Audio configur ations The Realtek ® ALC850 AC ‘97 audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your PC. The software provides Jack-Sensing function (Line-In, Line-Out, Mic-In), S/PDIF out support and interrupt capability . The ALC850 also includes the Realtek ® proprietary UAJ ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for three ports (Line-In, Line-Out and Mic-In), eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek ALC850 Audio Driver and Application from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the SoundEffect icon on the taskbar . From the taskbar , double-click on the SoundEffect icon to display the Realtek Audio Control Panel . Realtek SoundEffect icon 5.5.1 Sound Effect options The Realtek ® ALC850 Audio CODEC allows you to set your listening environment, adjust the equalizer , set the karaoke, or select pre-programmed equalizer settings for your listening pleasure. The Jack-sensing and UAJ ® technology features are supported on the Line-In, Line-Out, and Mic jacks only .
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-13 5.5.2 S/PDIF options The Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) options allows you to change your S/PDIF output settings. To set the S/PDIF options: 1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the SPDIF button. 2. Click the option buttons to change your S/PDIF out settings. 3. Click the Exit ( X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit. To set the sound effect options: 1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the Sound Effect button. 2. Click the shortcut buttons to change the acoustic environment, adjust the equalizer , or set the karaoke to your desired settings. 3. The audio settings take effect immediately after you click on the buttons. 4. Click the Exit ( X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit.
5-14 Chapter 5: Software support 5.5.3 Speaker Configuration This option allows you to set your speaker configuration. To set the speaker configuration: 1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the Speaker Configuration button. 2. Select from the combo list box your current speaker setup, then click Auto T est to test your settings. 3. Click the UAJ Automatic button to enable or disable the Universal Audio Jack(UAJ ® ) technology feature. 4. Click the Exit ( X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-15 5. When finished, the utility prompts the Realtek ® EZ-connection dialog box showing your current audio connections. The text at the bottom of the box explains your audio connection status. An X mark denotes an incorrect connection. 5.5.4 AI Audio feature The AI Audio feature works through the connector sensing option that allows you to check if your audio devices are connected properly . To start the connector sensing: 1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the Connector Sensing button. 2. Click the Bracket button to display connected audio devices. 3. Click the Option button to change sensing options. 4. Click the Start button to start connection sensing. A progress bar displays current connector sensing status. Make sure to exit all audio applications before starting this function.
5-16 Chapter 5: Software support 6. If there are detected problems, make sure that your audio cables are connected to the proper audio jack and repeat connector sensing. 7. Click the X button to exit EZ-connection dialog box. 8. Click the Exit ( X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit audio control panel. 5.5.5 HRTF Demo This option shows a demo of the Head-Related T ransfer Functions (HRTF). To start the HRTF demo: 1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the HRTF Demo button. 2. Click the option buttons to change the sound, moving path or EAX settings. 3. Click the Play button to start or the Stop button to stop. 4. Click the Exit ( X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-17 5.5.7 Rear panel audio ports function variation The functions of the Line Out (lime), Line In (blue), Mic (pink), Rear Speaker Out (gray), Side Speaker Out (black), and Center/Subwoofer (yellow orange) ports on the rear panel change when you select the 4-channel, 6-channel or 8-channel audio configuration as shown in the following table. 5.5.6 General settings This option shows the audio settings and allows you to change the language setting or toggle the SoundEffect icon display on the Windows taskbar . To display the general settings: 1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the General button. 2. Click the option button to enable or disable the icon display on the Windows taskbar . 3. Click the Language combo list box to change language display . 4. Click the Exit ( X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit. Headset/ 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Gray - Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Black - - - Side Speaker Out Y ellow Orange - - Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
5-18 Chapter 5: Software support 5.6 RAID configurations The motherboard includes the Promise ® PDC20378 controller chipset and the VIA VT8237 controller integrated in the SouthBridge to support Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) configurations. Using four Serial A T A hard disks and two UltraDMA133 hard disks, you can set up RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0 1, Multi-RAID and JBOD configurations. The following defines the different RAID set configurations: RAID 0 (called data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. T wo hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. RAID 1 (called data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system. RAID 0 1 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data) having to be calculated and written. The advantage of RAID 0 1 is fast data access (like RAID 0), but with the ability to loose one drive and have a complete duplicate surviving drive or set of drives (like RAID 1). Multiple RAID allows both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations to co-exist on a system. This RAID configuration delivers the advantages of data striping and data mirroring on separate RAID sets in one system. JBOD stands for Just a Bunch of Disks or also called spanning, refers to hard disks that are not yet configured according to RAID. The JBOD configuration stores the same data redundantly on multiple disks that appear as a single disk on the operating system. Spanning does not deliver any advantage over using separate disks independently and does not provide fault tolerance or performance benefits of RAID. If you use either Windows ® XP or Windows ® 2000 operating system (OS), copy first the RAID driver from the support CD to a floppy disk before creating RAID configurations. Refer to section “5.7 Creating a RAID driver disk” for details.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-19 5.6.1 Installing hard disks The motherboard supports UltraDMA 133/100/66 and Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . Installing Parallel A T A hard disks To install the hard disks for RAID configuration: 1. Set the jumpers of each hard disk as Master/Slave. 2. Install the hard disks into the drive bays. 3. Connect the HDD signal cables. 4. Connect the power cable to the power connector on each drive. 5. Boot the system and enter the BIOS Setup Utility . 6. Go to the Advanced > Onboard Devices Configuration and make sure the Onboard Promise Controller item is Enabled. 7. Set the Operating Mode as RAID. 8. Save your changes and Exit Setup. Installing Serial A T A (SA T A) hard disks To install the SA T A hard disks for RAID configuration: 1. Install the Serial A T A hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect the Serial A T A signal cables. 3. Connect the Serial A T A power cable to the power connector on each drive. 4. Boot the system and enter the BIOS Setup Utility . 5. Go to Advanced > Onboard Devices Configuration and make sure the Onboard Promise Controller item is Enabled. 6. Set the Operating Mode as RAID. 7. Save your changes and Exit Setup. • If you are creating a RAID 0 (striping) array for performance, use two new drives. • If you are creating a RAID 1 (mirroring) array for protection, you can use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive with the same or larger size than the existing drive. • If you are creating a RAID 0 1 array for protection, you can use four new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives.
5-20 Chapter 5: Software support Entering the MBFastBuild™ utility 1. Boot the system. If this is the first time you boot the system with the new hard disks installed and connected to the A T AIDE connectors on the motherboard, the MBFastT rak378™ BIOS displays the following: 2. Press <Ctrl F> to display the FastBuild™ utility main menu. F astBuild (tm) Utility 2.00 (c) 2002-2005 Promise T echnology , Inc. Auto Setup . . . . . . . . . . [ 1 ] [ 1 ] View Drive Assignments . . . . [ 2 ] [ 2 ] Define Array . . . . . . . . . [ 3 ] [ 3 ] Delete Array . . . . . . . . . [ 4 ] [ 4 ] Rebuild Array. . . . . . . . . [ 5 ] [ 5 ] Press 1..5 to select Option [ESC] Exit [ Main Menu ] [ Keys Available ] MBFastTrak378 (tm) BIOS version 1.00 (c)2000-2005 Promise Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. No Array defined... Press <Ctrl-F> to enter FastBuild (tm) Utility Or press <ESC> key to continue booting. 5.6.2 Promise ® RAID configurations The Promise ® PDC20378 controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0 1, and Multi-RAID configurations. Use the MBFastT rak378™ BIOS and the FastBuild™ utility to configure a disk array . Refer to the FastT rak 378 Quick Start Guide and SA T A Quick Start Guide in the support CD for detailed information on RAID configurations under different operating systems.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-21 Creating a RAID 0 array (Performance) 1. In the FastBuild™ utility main menu, press <1> to select Auto Setup. The following screen appears. 2. Use the arrow keys to go to the field Optimize Array for and select Performance using the space bar . The Mode field displays Stripe . 3. After making a selection, press <Ctrl Y> to save and create a RAID 0 array . 4. Press any key to reboot the system. During the boot process, the MBFastT rak378 BIOS checks and displays the disk array information. 5. Once the array is created, use the FDISK utility to format the array as a single hard drive. 6. After you have formatted the arrayed drives, install an operating system (OS). The OS will treat the RAID 0 array as a single drive unit. F astBuild (tm) Utility 2.00 (c) 2002-2005 Promise T echnology , Inc. [ Keys Available ] [ Auto Setup Options Menu ] [ ] Up [ ] Down [ , ,Space] Change Option [ESC] Exit [CTRL-Y] Save [ ] Up [ ] Down [ , ,Space] Change Option [ESC] Exit [CTRL-Y] Save Mode ........................................ Spare Drive.................................. 0 Drive(s) Used in Array....................... 2 Array Disk Capacity (size in MB)............. 8650 [ Array Setup Configuration ]   Stripe Optimize Array for: Performance During the OS installation, the system prompts you to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver . Refer to section “5.7 Creating a RAID driver disk” for details.
5-22 Chapter 5: Software support Creating a RAID 1 array (Security) Creating a Security Array with New Drives 1. In the FastBuild™ utility main menu, press <1> to select Auto Setup. 5. Press <N> to select the Create Only option. The utility prompts a confirmation message that your Security array has been created. 6. Press any key to reboot the system. During the boot process, the MBFastT rak378 BIOS checks and displays the disk array information. Array has been created. <Press any key to reboot> Do you want the disk image to be duplicated to another? (Yes/No) Y - Create and Duplicate N - Create Only 2. Use the arrow keys to go to the field Optimize Array for and select Security using the space bar . The Mode field displays Mirror . 3. Press <Ctrl Y> to save your selection. 4. The following message appears: F astBuild (tm) Utility 2.00 (c) 2002-2005 Promise T echnology , Inc. [ Keys Available ] [ Auto Setup Options Menu ] [ ] Up [ ] Down [ , ,Space] Change Option [ESC] Exit [CTRL-Y] Save [ ] Up [ ] Down [ , ,Space] Change Option [ESC] Exit [CTRL-Y] Save Mode ........................................ Spare Drive.................................. 0 Drive(s) Used in Array....................... 2 Array Disk Capacity (size in MB)............. 4000 [ Array Setup Configuration ]   Mirror Optimize Array for: Security
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-23 Creating a Security Array with Existing Data Drive If you would like to use an existing drive that already contains data and/or is the bootable drive in your system, make sure that the new hard drive you will use in the array has the same or larger capacity as the existing drive. Back up all important data before creating an array . 1. In the FastBuild™ utility main menu, press <1> to select Auto Setup. 2. Use the arrow keys to move to the field Optimize Array for and select Security using the space bar . The Mode field displays Mirror . 3. Press <Ctrl Y> to save your selection. The following message appears: 5. Press <Y> to select the Create and Duplicate option. 6. From the source drive window , use the arrow keys to select the source drive. 7. Press <Ctrl Y> to save the selection and start the duplication. The following message appears: Do you want the disk image to be duplicated to another? (Yes/No) Y - Create and Duplicate N - Create Only Start to duplicate the image... Do you want to continue? (Yes/No) Y - Continue N - Abort During the OS installation, the system prompts you to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver . Refer to section “5.7 Creating a RAID driver disk” for details. 7. Use the FDISK utility and follow the format procedure to install a new hard drive. After you have formatted the arrayed drives, install an operating system (OS).
5-24 Chapter 5: Software support 8. Press <Y> to continue. Press <N> to return to the main menu. 9. When complete, the utility prompts that your Security array has been created. 10. Press any key to reboot the system. 11 . Install an operating system. Other FastBuild Utility Commands Command options 3-6 on the FastBuild™ Utility main menu are not required for setting up an array , but they are useful for reconfiguring an array . V iew Array (3): This command allows you to view the drive assignments of hard disks in an array . Delete Array (4): This command deletes an array to reconfigure the system. Deleting an array does not remove information on the hard disks. If an array is deleted by mistake, recover it immediately by redefining it as the deleted array . Rebuild Array (5): This command restores the array and system data after faults on RAID 1 arrays. To rebuild and restore data in the array: 1. During the boot-up process, an error message notifies of a system failure. 2. Press <Ctrl F> to enter the FastBuild™ Main Menu. 3. Press <3> to View Array and verify the ID of the defunct hard disk. 4. Power off the system and replace the hard disk with an identical model. 5. Reboot and enter the FastBuild™ Main Menu again. 6. Press <5> to Rebuild Array . The malfunctioning array is highlighted. Press <Enter> to select malfunctioning array . During the OS installation, the system prompts you to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver . Refer to section “5.7 Creating a floppy with RAID driver” for details.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-25 F astBuild (tm) Utility 2.00 (c) 2002-2005 Promise T echnology , Inc. [ Select Drive for Rebuild ] [ View Array Definition Menu ]   Array No RAID Mode Total Drv  Status Array 1 Mirror/Stripe 4   Critical Stripe Block: Not Available  Gigabyte Boundary: ON Channel: ID Drive Model Capacity (MB)  3:Mas FUJITSU MPD3043AT 4325   [ Keys Available ] [ ] Up [ ] Down [ESC] Exit [Enter] Select [ ] Up [ ] Down [ESC] Exit [Enter] Select 7. Select the replacement drive then press <Enter>. F astBuild (tm) Utility 2.00 (c) 2002-2005 Promise T echnology , Inc. [ Keys Available ] [ ] Up [ ] Down [ESC] Exit [Enter] Select [ Rebuild Array Menu ]   Array No RAID Mode Total Drv Capacity Status Array 1 Mirror/Stripe 4 7999 Critical Array 2 ----- ----- ----- ----- Array 3 ----- ----- ----- ----- Array 4 ----- ----- ----- ----- 8. Confirm the command to copy data from the intact source hard disk into a new replacement hard disk. A progress bar displays the copy progress for the duration of the task. 9. When completed, the utility prompts you to reboot the system. Press any key to reboot your system. Controller Configuration (6): This command shows the default for Controller Configuration. The default value is [Enabled].
5-26 Chapter 5: Software support Entering VIA T ech RAID BIOS Utility 1. Boot-up your computer . 2. During POST , press <T ab> to enter VIA RAID configuration utility . The following menu options will appear . On the upper-right side of the screen is the message and legend box. The keys on the legend box allows you to navigate through the setup menu options. The message describes the function of each menu item. The following lists the keys found in the legend box with their corresponding functions. <F1> : V iew Array/Disk Status ↑ , ↓ : Move to the next item <Enter> : Confirm the selection <ESC> : Exit The RAID BIOS information on the setup screen shown below is for reference only . What you see on your screen may not exactly match what is shown here. 5.6.3 VIA RAID configurations The motherboard includes a high performance IDE RAID controller integrated in the VIA VT8237 southbridge chipset. It supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 with two independent Serial A T A channels. Refer to VIA8237 SA T A Quick Setup guide found in the support CD for detailed information on RAID configurations under different operating systems. Create Array Delete Array Create/Delete Spare Select Boot Array Serial Number View VIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xx Create a RAID array with the hard disks attached to VIA RAID controller F1 : View Array/Disk Status ↑ , ↓ : Move to next item Enter : Confirm the selection ESC : Exit Channel Drive Name Array Name Mode Size(GB) Status Serial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX Serial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-27 Create Array 1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Create Array then press <Enter> . The main menu items on the upper-left corner of the screen are replaced with create array menu options. RAID 0 for performance 1. From the create array menu, select Array Mode, then press <Enter>. The supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-up menu. 2. Select RAID 0 for performance then press <Enter>. From this point, you may choose to auto-configure the RAID array by selecting Auto Setup for Performance or manually configure the RAID array for stripped sets. If you want to auto-configure, proceed to the next step, otherwise, skip to step 5. 3. Select Auto Setup for Performance and press <Enter>. The following confirmation message appears. RAID 1 for data protection RAID 0/1 RAID SPAN for capacity RAID 0 for performance Auto create array will destroy all data on disks, Continue? (Y/N) Auto Setup For Data Security Array Mode RAID 1 (Mirroring) Select Disk Drives Start Create Process VIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xx Create a RAID array with the hard disks attached to VIA RAID controller F1 : View Array/Disk Status ↑ , ↓ : Move to next item Enter : Confirm the selection ESC : Exit Channel Drive Name Array Name Mode Size(GB) Status Serial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX Serial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX
5-28 Chapter 5: Software support Use arrow keys to move selection bar on items and press <Enter> to select. 7. Select Start Create Process and press <Enter> to set up hard disk for RAID system. The following confirmation message appears: 8. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. 9. Press <Esc> to go back to main menu. RAID 1 for data protection 1. From the create array menu, select Array Mode , then press <Enter>. The supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-up menu. The data on the selected disks will be destroyed. Continue? (Y/N) 4K 8K 16K 32K 64K RAID 0 for performance RAID 1 for data protection RAID 0/1 RAID SPAN for capacity RAID 1 for data protection TIP: For server systems, use of a lower array block size is recommended. For multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing, a higher array block size is recommended for optimum performance. 4. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. If you selected <Y>, proceed to step 9. 5. Select Select Disk Drives , then press <Enter>. Use arrow keys to select disk drive, then press <Enter> to mark selected drive. An asterisk appears before a selected drive. 6. Select Block Size , then press <Enter> to set array block size. A list of valid array block sizes are displayed on a pop-up menu. 2. Select RAID 1 for data protection then press <Enter>.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-29 8. If you select <Y> the utility will duplicate your data. Press <Y> anytime if you want to exit the duplication process. 3. From this point, you can auto-configure the RAID array by selecting Auto Setup for Data Security or manually configure the RAID array for mirrored sets. If you want to auto-configure, proceed to the next step, otherwise, skip to step 6. 4. Select Auto Setup for Data Security and press <Enter>. The following confirmation message appears. The data on the selected disks will be destroyed. Continue? (Y/N) 10. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. 11 . Press <Esc> to go back to main menu. Auto create array will destroy all data on disks, Continue? (Y/N) 5. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. If you selected <Y>, proceed to step 1 1. 6. Select Select Disk Drives , then press <Enter>. Use arrow keys to select disk drive/s, then press <Enter>. An asterisk appears before a selected drive. 7. Select Start Create Process and press <Enter> to setup hard disk for RAID system. The following inquiry appears: Save the data on source disk to mirror after creation? (Y/N) Duplicating... RAID 1 for data protection Press Yes(Y) to Escape 9. If you select <N>, the following confirmation message appears.
5-30 Chapter 5: Software support RAID Span for capacity 1. From the create array menu, select Array Mode , then press <Enter>. The supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-up menu. 2. Select RAID SP AN for capacity then press <Enter>. 3. From this point, you can auto-configure the RAID array by selecting Auto Setup for Capacity or manually configure the RAID array for spanned sets. If you want to auto-configure, continue with next step; otherwise, proceed to step 6. 4. Select Auto Setup for Capacity and press <Enter>. The following confirmation message appears. RAID 0 for performance RAID 1 for data protection RAID 0/1 RAID SPAN for capacity RAID SPAN for capacity Auto create array will destroy all data on disks, Continue? (Y/N) 5. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. If you selected <Y>, proceed to step 1 1. 6. Select Select Disk Drives , then press <Enter>. Use arrow keys to select disk drive/s, then press <Enter>. An asterisk appears before a selected drive. 7. Select Start Create Process and press <Enter> to start RAID system setup. The following inquiry appears: 8. If you select <Y>, the utility will save your disk data on Span 0 disk then configure the RAID set. Proceed to step 1 1. 9. If you select <N>, the following confirmation message appears. The data on the selected disks will be destroyed. Continue? (Y/N) Save the data on Span 0 disk after creation? (Y/N)
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-31 Delete Array 1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Delete Array then press <Enter>. 3. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. The selected array will be destroyed. Are you sure? Continue? Press Y/N 10. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. 11 . Press <Esc> to go back to main menu. Select Boot Array 1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Select Boot Array then press <Enter>. 2. From the list of channel used for IDE RAID arrays, press <Enter> to select a RAID array for boot. After selection, the Status of the selected array will change to Boot. 3. Press <ESC> to return to the menu items. Follow the same procedure to deselect the the boot array . 2. From the list of channel used for IDE RAID arrays, press <Enter> to select a RAID array to delete. The following confirmation message appears. Create Array Delete Array Create/Delete Spare Select Boot Array Serial Number View VIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xx Create a RAID array with the hard disks attached to VIA RAID controller F1 : View Array/Disk Status ↑ , ↓ : Move to next item Enter : Confirm the selection ESC : Exit Channel Drive Name Array Name Mode Size(GB) Status [ ]Serial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX [ ]Serial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX
5-32 Chapter 5: Software support Serial Number View 1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Serial Number V iew then press <Enter>. 2. From the list of channel used for IDE RAID arrays, use the arrow keys to move the selection bar on each item. The serial number for the selected drive is displayed at the bottom of the screen. Create Array Delete Array Create/Delete Spare Select Boot Array Serial Number View VIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xx Create a RAID array with the hard disks attached to VIA RAID controller F1 : View Array/Disk Status ↑ , ↓ : Move to next item Enter : Confirm the selection ESC : Exit Channel Drive Name Array Name Mode Size(GB) Status Serial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX Serial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX Serial Number: XXXXXXXX Serial_Ch0 Master This option is useful for identifying same model disks.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-33 5.7 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows ® XP/2000 operating system. Y ou can create a RAID driver disk using Makedisk.exe utility . To create a RAID driver disk: 1. Insert the motherboard support CD into the CD-ROM drive and locate the Makedisk.exe utility for your RAID controller . a. The Makedisk.exe utility for the FastT rak 378 driver is located in “\Drivers\Promise\378RAID\Makedisk.exe” of the motherboard support CD. b. The Makedisk.exe utility for the VIA RAID driver is located in “\Drivers\VIARAID\6420RAID\DriverDisk\Makedisk.exe” of the motherboard support CD. 2. Insert a clean floppy disk into the floppy disk drive and execute Makedisk.exe. Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. 3. W rite-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection. To install the RAID driver: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver . 2. Press <F6> then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. 3. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. For additional information on RAID installation and configuration, refer to the Manuals menu of the support CD.
5-34 Chapter 5: Software support 5.8 Cool ‘n ’ Quiet!™ T ec hnology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs. 5.8.1 Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology To enable Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology: 1. T urn on the system and enter BIOS by pressing the <Del> key during the Power On Self-T ests (POST). 2. In the Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD CPU Cool & Quiet Configuration menu, select the item Cool N’Quiet and set it to Enabled . See section “4.4 Advanced Menu” in the user guide. 3. In the Power menu, select the item ACPI 2.0 Support and set it to Ye s . See section “4.5 Power Menu” in the user guide. 4. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup. 5. Reboot your computer and set your Power Option Properties depending on your operating system. Windows ® 2000/XP 1. From the Windows ® 2000/XP operating system, click the Start button. Select Settings , then Control Panel. 2. Make sure the Control Panel is set to Classic V iew . 3. Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen Saver tab. 4. Click the Power ... button. The following dialog box appears. 5. From the Power schemes combo list box, select Minimal Power Management . 6. Click OK to effect settings. Make sure to install the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature.
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-35 W indows ® 98SE/ME 1. From the Windows ® 98SE/ME operating system, click the Start button. Select Settings , then Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen Saver tab. 3. From the Energy saving features of monitor group, click the Settings... button. 4. From the Power Options Properties dialog box, select the AMD’ s Cool ‘n’ Quiet(tm) T echnology tab. 5. Click the Performance combo list box to select desired mode. Automatic Mode is the recommended setting. 6. Click OK to effect settings. • Make sure to install the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature. • The AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ T echnology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip. • If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan T echnology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to your system loading.
5-36 Chapter 5: Software support 5.8.2 Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software The motherboard support CD includes the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software that enables you to view your system’s real-time CPU Frequency and voltage. To launch the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ program: 1. If you are using Windows ® 98SE/ME/2000, click the Start button. Select Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. 2. If you are using Windows ® XP , click the Start button. Select All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. 3. The Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ technology screen appears and displays the current CPU Frequency and CPU V oltage. Make sure to install the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software from the motherboard support CD. Refer to section “5.2.3 Utilities menu”, for details.