4.3.4 Language... 4-12 4.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave.. 4-13 4.3.6 System Information... 4-14 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 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 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 Exit menu... 4-39
Chapter 5: Software support
5.1 5.2 Installing an operating system.. 5-1 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 Software Information... 5-7 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2.. 5-7 5.3.2 ASUS Instant Music.. 5-9 AI Net feature... 5-11 Audio configurations.. 5-12

5.4 5.5

5.5.1 Sound Effect 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 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 Creating a RAID driver disk... 5-33 Cool n Quiet! Technology.. 5-34 5.8.1 Enabling Cool n Quiet! Technology.. 5-34 5.8.2 Launching the Cool n Quiet software.. 5-36

5.7 5.8

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 manufacturers instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Chipset System Bus Memory

Expansion slots Storage

AI Audio
AI Net IEEE 1394 USB AI BIOS

AI Overclocking Features

Special features 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 Technology AMD Cool n Quiet! Technology 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 ATX 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 ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Anti-virus utility

Back panel I/O

Internal I/O
BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Chapter 1

This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

Product introduction

Chapter summary
1.1 1.2 1.3 Welcome!... 1-1 Package contents.. 1-1 Special features.. 1-2
ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard

Welcome!

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 ATA 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.

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.
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendor List for this motherboard. Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors for better system performance.

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM

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.
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.

DDR DIMM NOTCH

Unlocked Retaining Clip
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.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

Locked Retaining Clip

2.4.4 Removing a DIMM
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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.
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.
2.5.1 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.

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration
Headset/ 2-channel Light Blue Lime Pink Gray Black Yellow Orange Line In Line Out Mic In -
4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Rear Speaker Out -
6-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer
8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer
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.
2.7.2 Internal connectors
1. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) This connector supports the provided UltraDMA IDE hard disk ribbon cable. Connect the cables blue connector to the primary (recommended) or secondary IDE connector, then connect the gray connector to the UltraDMA slave device (hard disk drive) and the black connector to the UltraDMA 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 UltraDMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect orientation when you connect the cables.

PIN 1 PIN 1

A8V Deluxe IDE Connectors
NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1.
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).
NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.

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. Make sure you have connected an IDE hard disk drive to one of the IDE connectors on the motherboard. Check CPU fan if it is working properly. 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. 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.
No IDE hard disk detected
CPU temperature too high CPU fan failed

CPU voltage out of range

System completed Power-On Self Test No action required Computer now booting from operating No action required system
You can disable the ASUS POST Reporter in the BIOS setup. See section 4.4.6 Speech Configuration.
3.3.2 Winbond Voice Editor
The Winbond Voice 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 Voice Editor while running the ASUS PC Probe.
Follow these steps to use the Winbond Voice Editor.

Launching the program

Launch the program either from the Winbond Voice Editor icon on your desktop, or from the Windows Start menu, select Programs->Winbond Voice Editor->Voice Editor. The Winbond Voice Editor screen appears.
Default Messages POST Events
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.
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 Voice 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 Yes on the confirmation window that appears. The next time you boot your computer, the POST messages are announced in the language that you selected.

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 Voice 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 (.WAV). We recommend that you save your files in low quality to keep them small. For example, use 8-bit, mono quality at 22Khz sampling rate.
We suggest that youcreate a separate folder for your wave files so you can locate them easily in one place.
5. From the Voice Editor screen, click the Add button to display the Add Wave File window. 6. Copy the wave files that you recorded to the database. Close the window when done.
7. Select a POST event on the Voice 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 Voice1. The file you selected appears on the space next to it. 9. Click OK to return to the Voice 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. Type a file name with a.flh extension, then click Save. 13. Click the Write button to compress the file and copy into the EEPROM. 14. Click Yes on the confirmation window that appears.
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.

Chapter 4

This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

BIOS setup

4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 Managing and updating your BIOS. 4-1 BIOS Setup program.. 4-9 Main menu.. 4-12 Advanced menu.. 4-15 Power menu.. 4-30 Boot menu.. 4-34 Exit menu.. 4-39
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.

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. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest product and BIOS information.

4.2.1 BIOS menu screen

Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help
System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave System Information
[11:51:19] [Thu 08/05/2003] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [English] : [ST320413A] : [ASUS CD-S340] : [Not Detected] : [Not Detected]
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

Sub-menu items

Navigation keys

4.2.2 Menu bar

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main Advanced Power Boot Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For selecting the exit options and loading default settings
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.

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.
System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave Third IDE Master Fourth IDE Master IDE Configuration System Information [11:10:19] [Thu 03/27/2003] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

+Tab F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Change Field Select Field General Help Save and Exit Exit

Main 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. To 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. You can not select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To 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.
Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below may cause system to malfunction. Configure DRAM Timing by SPD Memory Acceleration Mode DRAM Idle Timer DRAm Refresh Rate Graphic Adapter Priority Graphics Aperture Size Spread Spectrum [Enabled] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [AGP/PCI] [ 64 MB] [Enabled] [Enabled] [1.4] +F1 F10 ESC

4.2.8 Scroll bar

ICH Delayed Transaction MPS Revision
Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit
A scroll bar appears on the right side of Pop-up window 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.

Scroll bar

4.2.9 General help
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 4-11

Main menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information.
Refer to section 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
4.3.1 System Time [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: [Franais] [German] [English]
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.

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 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 Version [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]

4.4.4 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.
Take 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 PCI Latency Timer Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA Palette Snooping IRQ3 IRQ4 IRQ5 IRQ7 IRQ9 IRQ10 IRQ11 IRQ14 IRQ15 [No] [64] [Yes] [Disabled] [Available] [Available] [Available] [Available] [Available] [Available] [Available] [Available] [Available]

Setting a low CPU voltage can cause system boot failure!

DDR Voltage [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 Voltage [1.5V]

Adjusts the AGP voltage setting. Configuration options: [1.5V] [1.6V]

V-Link Voltage [2.5V]

Adjusts the V-Link voltage setting. Configuration options: [2.5V] [2.6V]
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%]
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. Turn the computer back ON and enter the BIOS to revert default settings.
4.4.6 Speech Configuration
Speech Option Speech Report Report Report Post Reporter IDE Error System Checking System Booting [Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] Disabled/Enable Speech
Speech POST Reporter [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Speech POST Reporter feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following items appear only when Speech POST Reporter is set to Enabled.
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]
4.4.7 Instant Music Configuration
Instant Music Option Instant Music [Disabled] If enabled, power up by PS/2 keyboard function will be disabled.

Instant Music [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the Instant Music feature in BIOS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Enabling Instant Music automatically disables the PS/2 keyboard power up feature. See page 5-9 for details.
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]

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.
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 [11/16] Allows you to select the fan speed ratio. This item appears only if the Chassis Q-Fan Control item is Enabled. Configuration options: [11/16] [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 [11/16] Allows you to select the fan speed ratio. This item appears only if the CPU Q-Fan Control item is Enabled. Configuration options: [11/16] [12/16] [13/16] [14/16] [15/16]
VCORE Voltage, +3.3V Voltage, +5V Voltage, +12V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators.

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.
4.6.1 Boot Device Priority
Boot Device Priority 1st Boot Device 2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [PM-ST320413A] [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.
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]
4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot Full Screen Logo AddOn ROM Display Mode Bootup Num-Lock PS/2 Mouse Support Wait for F1 If Error Hit DEL Message Display Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] [Enabled] [Force BIOS] [On] [Auto] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.

Technical Support Form

Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support.

Filelist

Displays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each in text format.

Software 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.

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.
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.
Follow these steps to use ASUS MyLogo2. 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.
4. From the selection that appears, choose a logo image. Click Next.
You can create your own boot logo image in GIF, JPG, or BMP file formats.
5. When you click on an image, it displays larger on the MyLogo2 screen.
ASUS MyLogo2 might encounter problems with complex images. If a problem occurs, replace with a simpler image or make the image smaller. To reduce the logo image, click on the arrow on the Ratio item and select your desired scale.
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. Your system boots with the new boot logo.
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.

Save the data on source disk to mirror after creation? (Y/N)
8. If you select <Y> the utility will duplicate your data. Press <Y> anytime if you want to exit the duplication process.
Duplicating. RAID 1 for data protection Press Yes(Y) to Escape
9. If you select <N>, the following confirmation message appears.
10. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. 11. Press <Esc> to go back to main menu.

RAID Span for capacity

2. Select RAID SPAN 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.
5. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options. If you selected <Y>, proceed to step 11. 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:
Save the data on Span 0 disk after creation? (Y/N)
8. If you select <Y>, the utility will save your disk data on Span 0 disk then configure the RAID set. Proceed to step 11. 9. If you select <N>, the following confirmation message appears.

Delete Array

1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Delete Array then press <Enter>.
[ ]Serial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX [ ]Serial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX
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.
The selected array will be destroyed. Are you sure? Continue? Press Y/N
3. Press <Y> to confirm or <N> to return to the configuration options.

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. ASUS A8V Deluxe motherboard 5-31

Installing the heatsink and fan
The AMD Athlon 64, AMD Athlon 64FX or AMD Athlon 64 X2 processors require a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
Make sure that you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly.
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.
The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.

CPU Fan

CPU Heatsink
Retention bracket Retention Module Base

Retention bracket lock

Your 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.
Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base.
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.
Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place.
Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.

Rotation +12V GND

A8V-E SE CPU Fan connector
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

System memory

The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:
DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2
A8V-E SE 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

Memory Configurations

You may install 64MB, 128MB, 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s) installed per channel must be the same for better performance (DIMM_A1+DIMM_A2=DIMM_B1+DIMM_B2). Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR400 Qualified Vendors List on the next page for details. Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than 4 GB of system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory modules. Due to chipset limitation, DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips or double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this motherboard. Due to CPU limitation, install on Channel B slots for a single-channel memory configuration.

Table 1

Recommended memory configurations
DIMM_A1 (1) (1) (2) Populated Populated Sockets DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Populated Populated Populated Populated Populated
Single-channel Dual-channel*
* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs. * For dual-channel configuration (3), you may:
install identical DIMMs in all four sockets O R
install identical DIMM pair in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 (blue sockets)
DDR400 Qualified Vendors List
Size 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB Vendor KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG MICRON MICRON Infineon Infineon CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Hynix Hynix GEIL GEIL GEIL TwinMOS TwinMOS TwinMOS Model KVR400X64C3A/256 KVR400X64C3A/512 KVR400X72C3A/512 KVR400X64C3A/256 KVR400X64C3A/512 KVR400X64C3A/256 KVR400X64C3A/512 HYB25D512800BE-5B M381L3223ETM-CCC M381L6423ETM-CCC M368L3223ETM-CCC M368L3223FTN-CCC M368L6423FTN-CCC M368L6523BTM-CCC MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB HYS64D32300HU-5-C HYS64D64320HU-5-C CMX256A-3200C2PT VS512MB400 TWINX2048-3200C2 HYMD232645D8J-D43 HYMD264646D8J-D43 GE2563200B GD3200-256V GD3200-512V M2G9I08AIATT9F081AADT M2G9I08A8ATT9F081AADT M2G9J16A8ATT9F081AADT Brand Hynix Hynix Mosel Infineon Infineon KINGSTON KINGSTON N/A SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG MICRON MICRON Infineon Infineon Winbond VALUE seLecT N/A Hynix Hynix GEIL GEIL GEIL TwinMOS TwinMOS TwinMOS Side(s) SS DS DS SS DS SS DS DS SS DS SS SS DS SS SS DS SS DS SS DS DS SS DS SS SS DS SS SS DS Component HY5DU56822BT-D43 HY5DU56822BT-D43 V58C2256804SAT5(ECC) HYB25D256800BT-5B HYB25D256809BT-5B D3208DL2T-5 D328DIB-50 KVR400X64C3A/1G K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) K4H560838E-TCCC(ECC) K4H560838E-TCCC K4H560838F-TCCC K4H560838F-TCCC K4H510838B-TCCC MT46V32M8TG-5BC MT46V32M8TG-5BC HYB25D256800CE-5C HYB25D256800CE-5C W942508BH-5 VS32M8-5 N/A HY5DU56822DT-D43 HY5DU56822DT-D43 GL3LC32G88TG-5A GLIL DDR 32M8 GLIL DDR 32M8 TMD7608F8E50D TMD7608F8E50D TMD7608F8E50D DIMM support A B C

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.

PCI slots

The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.

PCI Express x16 slot

This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot.

PCI Express x1 slot

This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot.

Jumpers

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Remove the onboard battery. Move the jumper cap 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. Re-install the battery. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

4. 5. 6.

Clear CMOS

Normal (Default)

A8V-E SE Clear RTC RAM
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs 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 parameter settings to default values.

The Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for UltraDMA133/100/66 IDE devices.
NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1.

A8V-E SE IDE connectors

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives.
GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND

A8V-E SE SATA connectors

Important notes on Serial ATA The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD) is available only if you are using Windows 2000/XP. Install the Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows XP Service Pack1 when using Serial ATA.
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
A8V-E SE COM port connector
The Serial port module is purchased separately.
GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND
CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~2000mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1A~3.48A (41.76 W 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.
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Lack of sufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!

A8V-E SE Fan connectors

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.
Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel
AUX A8V-E SE Internal audio connectors
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
Never connect a c a b l e to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!

USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC

USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND

USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND
A8V-E SE USB 2.0 connectors
The USB/GAME port module is purchased separately.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports legacy AC 97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
BLINE_OUT_R +5VA AGND BLINE_OUT_L
A8V-E SE Front panel audio connector
Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2
USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for an ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
Use of an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) that provides a minimum power of 350 W is recommended for a fully-configured system. Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up. Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices.
+3 Volts -12 Volts Ground ATX12V PSON# Ground GND GND +12V DC +12V DC Ground Ground -5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts connectors Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +5V Standby +12 Volts +12 Volts +3 Volts

A8V-E SE ATX power

1 0. GAME/MIDI port connector (16-1 pin GAME) This connector is for a GAME/MIDI port. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The GAME/MIDI port connects a joystick or game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices for playing or editing audio files.
+5V J1B1 J1CX GND GND J1CY J1B2 +5V

A8V-E SE Game connector

1 1. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pins labeled Chassis Signal and Ground are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature.

CHASSIS

(Default)
A8V-E SE Chassis alarm lead ASUS A8V-E SE 1-29

Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.

DOS environment

a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press <Enter>.

Windows XP environment

a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. b. Click S t a r t from the Windows desktop, then select M y r. Computer c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. t. d. Click F i l e from the menu, then select F o r m a t A F o r m a t / 2 F l o p p y D i s k window appears. e. Select C r e a t e a n M S - D O S s t a r t u p d i s k from the format options field, then click S t a r t t.

Windows 2000 environment

To create a set of boot disks for Windows 2000: a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive. b. Insert the Windows 2000 CD to the optical drive.
c. Click S t a r t then select R u n t, n. d. From the Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a: assuming that D: is your optical drive. e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk.

Updating the BIOS

The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site. Rename the file to A 8 V - E _ S E. B I N and save it to a floppy disk.
Save only the updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to avoid loading the wrong BIOS file.

2. 3. 4.

Copy the AwardBIOS Flash Utility (awdflash.exe) from the Software folder of the support CD to the floppy disk with the latest BIOS file. Boot the system in DOS mode using the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. When the A : > appears, replace the bootable floppy disk with the floppy disk containing the new BIOS file and the Award BIOS Flash Utility. At the prompt, type a w d f l a s h then press <Enter>. The Award BIOS Flash Utility screen appears.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program:
Message: Please input File Name!
Type the BIOS file name in the F i l e N a m e t o P r o g r a m field, then press <Enter>.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN
Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N)
Press <N> when the utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file. The following screen appears. The utility verifies the BIOS file in the floppy disk and starts flashing the BIOS file.

AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN Program Flashing Memory - OFE00 OK
1098765432109876543210987654321

Write OK

No Update
Warning: Dont Turn Off Power Or Reset System!
Do not turn off or reset the system during the flashing process!
The utility displays a Flashing Complete message indicating that you have successfully flashed the BIOS file. Press <F1> to restart the system.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN Flashing Complete Press <F1> to Continue

F1 Reset

321 321

Write Fail

Saving the current BIOS file
You can use the AwardBIOS Flash Utility to save the current BIOS file. You can load the current BIOS file when the BIOS file gets corrupted during the flashing process. To save the current BIOS file using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility: 1. 2. Follow steps 1 to 6 of the previous section. Press <Y> when the utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file. The following screen appears.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN Save current BIOS as:

Message:

Type a filename for the current BIOS file in the Save current BIOS a s field, then press <Enter>.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN Checksum: DAD6H Save current BIOS as: old.bin

Message: Please Wait!

4. The utility saves the current BIOS file to the floppy disk, then returns to the BIOS flashing process.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: A8V-E_SE.BIN Now Backup System BIOS to File!
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
Recovering the BIOS from the support CD
To recover the BIOS from the support CD: 1. 2. 3. Turn on the system. Insert the motherboard support CD to the optical drive. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the CD for the BIOS file.
Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0 Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc. BIOS ROM checksum error Detecting IDE ATAPI device.
When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file.
Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0 Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc. BIOS ROM checksum error Detecting IDE ATAPI device. Found CDROM, try to Boot from it. Pass
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!
Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk
To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk : 1. 2. 3. Remove any CD from the optical drive, then turn on the system. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.
When no CD is found, the utility automatically checks the floppy drive for the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then updates the corrupted BIOS file.
Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0 Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc. BIOS ROM checksum error Detecting IDE ATAPI device. Found CDROM, try to Boot from it. Fail Detecting floppy drive A media.
The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file.

ASUS EZ Flash utility

The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash: 1. 2. 3. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.

Insert Disk then press Enter or ESC to continue POST
Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk drive then press <Enter>. The following screen appears.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-KC804-A8N-SLI-00 DATE: 11/18/2004 Flash Type - SST 49LF004A/B /3.3V File Name to Program:

Message: Please wait.

When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.
Do not shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

ASUS Update utility

The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: Save the current BIOS file Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and View the BIOS version information. 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).

Installing ASUS Update

To install ASUS Update: 1. 2. 3. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The D r i v e r s menu appears. Click the U t i l i t i e s tab, then click I n s t a l l A S U S U p d a t e X. V X. X X. X X See page 3-4 for the U t i l i t i e s screen menu. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.
Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking e. S t a r t > P r o g r a m s > A S U S > A S U S U p d a t e > A S U S U p d a t e The ASUS Update main window appears.
Select U p d a t e B I O S f r o m t h e I n t e r n e t option from the drop-down menu, then click t. Next
Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click A u t o S e l e c t t. Click N e x t t.
From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking S t a r t > P r o g r a m s > A S U S > A S U S U p d a t e > e. A S U S U p d a t e The ASUS Update main window appears. Select U p d a t e B I O S f r o m a f i l e option from the drop-down menu, then click N e x t t.

Locate the BIOS file from the n. O p e n window, then click O p e n Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.

BIOS setup program

This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) 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 can change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can 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 LPC chip. The LPC chip 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-Test (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. You can also restart by turning the system off 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. Being 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 L o a d D e f a u l t S e t t i n g s item under the Exit Menu. See section 4.7 Exit Menu. The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard and.

OnChip SATA [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard VIA Serial ATA controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

SATA Mode [RAID]

Allows you to set the onboard VIA SATA RAID controller mode. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID]
Onboard AC97 Audio [Auto] Allows you to disable or set the onboard AC97 audio controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] [Auto]
Parallel Port Address [378/IRQ7]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378/IRQ7] [278/IRQ5] [3BC/IRQ7]
Parallel Port Mode [ECP+EPP]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [SPP] [EPP] [ECP] [ECP+EPP] [Normal]

EPP Mode Select [EPP1.7]

Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. Configuration options: [EPP1.9] [EPP1.7]

ECP Mode Use DMA [3]

Allows selection of ECP Mode. Configuration options: [1] [3]

Game Port Address [201]

Allows you to select the Game Port address or to disable the port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [201] [209]

Midi Port Address [330]

Allows you to select the Game Port address or to disable the port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [330] [300] [290]

Midi Port IRQ [10]

Allows you to set the Midi port IRQ address. Configuration options: [5] [10]

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.
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced USB Configuration OnChip USB Controller USB 2.0 Controller USB Legacy support [Enabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Select Menu Item Specific Help
OnChip USB Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onchip USB controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
USB Legacy Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power menu

The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Main Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Boot Exit [S1&S3] [Enabled] Select Menu Item Specific Help Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend.

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.
Halt On [All, But Keyboard]
Allows you to error report type. Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard] [All, But Diskette] [All, But Disk/Key]

Security

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Boot Settings Configuration Select Menu Item Specific Help Supervisor password controls full access, <Enter> to change password.
Supervisor Password User Password Password Check

Clear Clear [Setup]

Supervisor Password User Password
These fields allow you to set passwords: To set a password: 1. 2. 3. Select an item then press <Enter>. Type in a password using a combination of a maximum of eight (8) alpha-numeric characters, then press <Enter>. When prompted, confirm the password by typing the exact characters again, then press <Enter>. The password field setting is changed to Set.
To clear the password: 1. Select the password field and press <Enter> twice. The following message appears:
PASSWORD DISABLED !!! Press any key to continue.
Press any key to continue. The password field setting is changed to Clear. A note about passwords The Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS Setup program preventing unauthorized access. The User password is required to boot the system preventing unauthorized use. Forgot your password? If you forget your password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the password information is powered by the onboard button cell battery. If you need to erase the CMOS RAM, refer to section 1.9 Jumpers for instructions.

Password Check

This field requires you to enter the password before entering the BIOS setup or the system. Select [Setup] to require the password before entering the BIOS Setup. Select [System] to require the password before entering the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [System]

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.
Main Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Boot Exit Select Menu Item Specific Help This option save data to CMOS and exiting the setup menu.

Running the support CD

Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the D r i v e r s menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Click an icon to display support CD/motherboard information

Click an item to install

If A u t o r u n 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 A S S E T U P. E X E to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support

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 ATAPI vendor support driver - VIA PCI IRQ Miniport driver.
VIA IDE RAID Controller driver
Installs the VIA 6420 RAID controller driver and application. Refer to the README.HTM file found in /Drivers/VIARAID/6420RAID of the motherboad support CD for help on VIA RAID configurations.
Make VIA 6420 Driver Disk
Allows you to create a RAID driver disk for the VIA 6420 RAID configuration.
PCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver
Installs the Marvell Yukon 88E8053 PCI Express Gigabit LAN driver that provides up to 1000 Mbps data transfer rates.

ALC850 Audio Driver

Installs the Realtek ALC850 audio controller and application.

USB 2.0 Driver

Installs the USB 2.0 driver.

AMD Cool n Quiet Driver

Launches the AMD Cool n Quiet! Technology driver installation wizard.)

Utilities menu

The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports.
Marvell Yukon VCT Application
Installs the Marvell Yukon Virtual Cable Tester (VCT) application. The VCT is a cable diagnostic application that analyzes and reports LAN cable faults and shorts.

ASUS PC Probe II

This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition.

ASUS Update

Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website.
Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.
ASUS AMD Cool n Quiet Software
Installs the ASUS AMD Cool n Quiet! software.

Microsoft DirectX 9.0c

Installs the Microsoft DirectX 9.0 driver. The Microsoft DirectX 9.0 is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. DirectX improves the multimedia features of you computer so you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your computer. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for updates.