Chipset System Bus Memory

Expansion slots

Storage

Overclocking

Special features
Internal connectors 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 2 x IDE connectors 4 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Power fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Chipset fan connector 1 x Serial port connector (COM port) 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 3 x USB 2.0 connectors for 6 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Internal audio connectors (CD\AUX) 1 x GAME/MIDI connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x Front panel audio connector System panel connector NVIDIA nForce 4 built-in Gigabit MAC with external Marvell PHY supports: - NV ActiveArmor - NV Firewall AI NET2 Realtek ALC850 8-channel CODEC 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port Supports Universal Audio Jack (UAJ) Technology Supports Audio Sensing and Enumeration Technology Supports up to 10 USB 2.0 ports 1 x Parallel port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 8-channel audio ports 4 Mb Flash ROM, Phoenix-Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant (continued on the next page)

AI Audio

USB Rear panel
BIOS features Power Requirement
Form Factor Support CD contents ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update utility ASUS CoolnQuiet! utility Anti-virus utility (OEM version) NVIDIA nTune utility
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

Product introduction

ASUS A8N-E

Welcome!

T h a n k y o u f o r b u y i n g a n A S U S A 8 N - E m o t h e r b o a r d ! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

Package contents

ASUS A8N-E motherboard USB 2.0 2-port module USB 2.0 + GAME port module 4 x Serial ATA signal cables 2 x Serial ATA power cables (dual plugs) Ultra DMA/133 cable 40-conductor IDE cable Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS motherboard support CD User guide
Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables
Accessories Application CDs Documentation
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

Product highlights

Latest processor technology
The AMD Athlon 64FX and Athlon 64 desktop processors are based on AMDs 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark introduction of the industrys 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 1-10.

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 pages 1-22, 1-23 and 3-12 for details.

ASUS A8N-E 1-5

Innovative ASUS features

CrashFree BIOS 2

This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See details on page 2-5.

ASUS Q-Fan technology

The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page 2-35 for details.

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 2-16 for details.

ASUS MyLogo2

This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 3-9 for details.

ASUS Instant Lite

This unique feature allows you to playback audio files even without booting the system to Windows. Just press the ASUS Instant Music Lite special function keys and enjoy the music! See pages 2-31.

Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. 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 ATX power supply is switched off or the p o w e r c o r d i s d e t a c h e d f r o m t h e p o w e r s u p p l y. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

Onboard LEDs

The motherboard comes with a green standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component.

SB_PWR

A8N-E Onboard LED

ON Standby Power

OFF Powered Off

Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

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.

Screw holes

Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis
PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard

Motherboard layout

24.5cm (9.6in)

CHA2_FAN CPU_FAN ATX12V

SPDIF_O
DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

SPDIF_O2

PARALLEL PORT

Socket 939

EATXPWR

LAN1_USB34

Top:Line In Center:Line Out Bottom:Mic In

Marvell 88E1111

PWR_FAN

PCIEX16_1

ACL850

PCIEX1_1 nForce4 ultra

PCIEX1_2

CHIP_FAN

PCIEX4_1

PCI1 PCI2

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power

Super I/O

4Mb BIOS

CHA1_FAN CHASSIS PANEL

USB78 SB_PWR USB56 USB910 GAME COM1

SEC_IDE

PRI_IDE

FP_AUDIO

30.5cm (12.0in)
Top:Rear Speaker Out Center: Side Speaker Out Below: Center/Subwoofer

CD AUX

FLOPPY
Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Overview

The motherboard comes with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon 64FX, AMD Athlon 64 or AMD Sempron 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. Take 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.

Gold triangle

Installling the CPU
To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

A8N-E CPU Socket 939

DDR400 Qualified Vendors List
Size 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB Vendor KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG MICRON MICRON Infineon Infineon CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Hynix Hynix Model KVR400X64C3A/256 KVR400X64C3A/512 KVR400X72C3A/256 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 Brand Hynix Hynix Mosel Mosel Infineon Infineon KINGSTON KINGSTON N/A SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG MICRON MICRON Infineon Infineon Winbond VALUE seLecT N/A Hynix Hynix Side(s) SS DS SS DS SS DS SS DS DS SS DS SS SS DS SS SS DS SS DS SS DS DS SS DS Component DIMM support A B C
HY5DU56822BT-D43 HY5DU56822BT-D43 V58C2256804SAT5(ECC) 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
S i d e ( s ) : S S - Single-Sided DIMM Support:

D S - Double-Sided

A - supports one module inserted into either the blue slots, in a Single-channel memory configuration. B - supports on pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. C - support for 4 modules inserted into 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 Vendors List.

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. 2
Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket.

1.10.2 Internal connectors
1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.
The Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.
NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
A8N-E Floppy disk drive connector
IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) These connectors are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. The Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive), and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 IDE master device (hard disk drive). If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
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.

A8N-E IDE connectors

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Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) Supported by the NVIDIA nForce 4 Ultra chipset, these connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives that allows up to 3Gb/s of data transfer rate. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 1+0, or JBOD configuration that span across the Parallel ATA drives. Refer to Chapter 5 for details on how to set up RAID configurations.
These connectors are set to S A T A by default. In SATA mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot or data hard disk drives to these connectors. If you intent to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, enable the RAID function of each port from the N V R A I D C o n f i g u r a t i o n sub-menu item in the BIOS. See section 2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration on pages 2-24 and 2-25 for details.
GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND
GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND
GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND
GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND
SATA2 A8N-E SATA connectors

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.

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 3-3 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.

Capacity

Displays the auto-detected hard disk capacity. This item is not configurable.

Cylinder

Shows the number of the hard disk cylinders. This item is not configurable.
Shows the number of the hard disk read/write heads. This item is not configurable.

Sector

Shows the number of sectors per track. This item is not configurable.

Transfer Mode

Shows the Transfer mode. This item is not configurable.
After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to active.
First, Second, Third, Fourth SATA Master
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the SATA device information.
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Primary IDE Master Extended Drive Access Mode Capacity Cylinder Head Precomp Landing Zone Sector [Auto] [Auto] xxxxx MB xxxxx xx xx xx xx Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to select
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Capacity, Cylinder, Head, Precomp, Landing Zone and Sector). These values are not user-configurable. These items show 0 if no SATA device is installed in the system.

Extended Drive

Selects the type of fixed disk connected to the system. Configuration options: [None] [Auto]

Access Mode

Sets the sector addressing mode. Configuration options: [Large] [Auto]

Precomp

Shows the number of precomp per track. This item is not configurable.

Landing Zone

Shows the number of landing zone per track. This item is not configurable.

HDD SMART Monitoring

Allows you to enable or disable the HDD Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Installed Memory

Shows the size of installed memory.

Advanced menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.

IDE Function Setup NVRAID Configuration USB Configuration Onboard NV LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM AC97 Audio Serial Port1 Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP MOde Use DMA Game Port Address Midi Port Address x Midi Port IRQ

IDE Function Setup

This sub-menu contains IDE function-related items. Select an item then press <Enter> to edit.
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Onboard Device Configuration OnChip IDE Channel0 OnChip IDE Channel1 IDE DMA transfer access Serial Port 1, 2 SATA DMA transfer Serial Port 3, 4 SATA2 DMA transfer IDE Prefetch Mode [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Select Menu Item Specific Help
OnChip IDE Channel0 [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onchip IDE channel 0 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
OnChip IDE Channel1 [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onchip IDE channel 1 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
IDE DMA transfer access [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the IDE DMA transfer access. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Serial Port 1, 2 [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the SATA 1 and 2 ports. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
SATA DMA access [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the SATA DMA transfer access. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Serial Port 3, 4 [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the SATA 3 and 4 ports. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
SATA2 DMA transfer [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the SATA2 DMA transfer access. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
IDE Prefetch Mode [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the IDE prefetch mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

NVRAID Configuration

This sub-menu contains NVRAID function-related items. Select an item then press <Enter> to edit.
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced NVRAID Configuration x x x x x x x x RAID Enabled IDE Primary Master RAID IDE Primary Slave RAID IDE Secondary Master RAID IDE Secondary Slave RAID First SATA Master RAID Second SATA Master RAID Third SATA Master RAID Fourth SATA Master RAID [Disabled] Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Select Menu Item Specific Help

The following item is user-configurable only when the AI Overclocking item is set to [AI Overclock].
Overclock Options [Disable]
Allows you to set the oveclocking options. Configuration options: [Disable] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%]
The following item is user-configurable only when the AI Overclocking item is set to [AI N.O.S.].

N.O.S. Option [Disable]

Sets the Non-Delay Overclocking System mode. Configuration options: [Disable] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%]

LAN Cable Status

The items in this menu displays the status of the Local Area Network (LAN) cable.
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced JumperFree Configuration POST Check LAN Cable Pair 1-2 3-6 4-5 7-8 [Disabled] Status Open Open Open Open Length N/A N/A N/A N/A Select Menu Item Specific Help
POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]
Enables or disables checking of the LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

PEG Link Mode

PEG Link Mode PEG Root Control PEG Buffer Length

[Auto] [Auto] [Auto]

PEG Link Mode [Disabled]
Allows you to enhance the performance of your PCI Express graphics card. Configuration options: [Auto] [Slow] [Normal] [Fast] [Faster]

PEG Root Control [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disable the PCI Express graphics root control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]
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PEG Buffer Length [Auto]

Allows you to set the PCI Express graphics buffer length. Configuration options: [Auto] [Long] [Short]

Instant Music

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced JumperFree Configuration Select Menu Item Specific Help If enabled, power up by PS/2 keyboard function will be disabled.
Instant Music x Instant Music CD-ROM Drive
[Disabled] Primary Master

Instant Music [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Instant Music feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Enabling Instant Music automatically disables the PS/2 keyboard power up feature.
Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [Primary Master]
Allows you to select the CD-ROM drive that you wish to use for the Instant Music CD playback. Configuration options: [Primary Master] [Primary Slave] [Secondary Master] [Secondary Slave]

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.

Installs the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) driver.
The screen display and drivers option may not be the same for different operating system versions.

Utilities menu

The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports.
NVIDIA Chipset nTune Utility
Installs the NVIDIA nTune utility that allows easy and safe system tuning for optimum performance.

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.
Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.

ASUS AI Booster

The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in a Windows environment.

Microsoft DirectX

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.

Anti-virus Utility

The anti-virus application detects and protects your computer from viruses that destroys data.

ADOBE Acrobat Reader

Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF).

ASUS Screen Saver

Bring life to your computer screen by installing the ASUS screen saver.
ASUS AMD Cool n Quiet Software
Installs the AMD Cool n Quiet! software.

Manuals menu

The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual.
Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the U t i l i t i e s m e n u before opening a user manual file. Some user manuals listed in this menu may not be applicable for this motherboard model.
NVIDIA Firewall Administrators Guide
Allows you to open the NVIDIA ForceWare Networking and Firewall Administrators Guide.

NVIDIA RAID Users Guide

Allows you to open the NVIDIA RAID Users Guide.

NVIDIA nTune Manual

Allows you to open the NVIDIA nTune users manual.

ASUS Contact information

Click the C o n t a c t tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

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.

Browse this CD

Displays the support CD contents in graphical format.

Technical support Form

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

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 application for more information.
The ASUS MyLogo2 utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). The ASUS MyLogo2 is automatically installed when you install the A S U S U p d a t e utility from the support CD. See section 3.2.3 Utilities menu for details.
Before using the ASUS MyLogo2, use the Award BIOS Flash utility to make a copy of your original BIOS file, or obtain the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website. See section 2.1.2 Updating the BIOS. Make sure that the BIOS item F u l l S c r e e n L o g o is set to [Enabled] if you wish to use ASUS MyLogo2. See section 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration. You can create your own boot logo image in GIF, JPG, or BMP file formats.
To launch the ASUS MyLogo2: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Launch the ASUS Update utility. Refer to section 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility for details. t. Select O p t i o n s from the drop down menu, then click N e x t Check the option L a u n c h M y L o g o t o r e p l a c e s y s t e m b o o t S, t. l o g o b e f o r e f l a s h i n g B I O S then click N e x t Select U p d a t e B I O S f r o m a f i l e from the drop down menu, then click N e x t t. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click N e x t The t. ASUS MyLogo2 window appears. From the left window pane, select the folder that contains the image you intend to use as your boot logo.
When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to enlarge by clicking on it.

Realtek SoundEffect icon

The Jack-sensing and UAJ technology features are supported on the Line-In, Line-Out, and Mic jacks only.

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.
To set the sound effect options: 1. 2. 3. 4. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the S o u n d E f f e c t button. Click the shortcut buttons to change the acoustic environment, adjust the equalizer, or set the karaoke to your desired settings. The audio settings take effect immediately after you click on the buttons. Click the Exit (X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window X to exit.

S/PDIF option

The Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) options allows you to change your S/PDIF output settings. To set the S/PDIF options: 1. 2. 3. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the S P D I F button. Click the option buttons to change your S/PDIF out settings. X Click the Exit (X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit.

Speaker Configuration

This option allows you to set your speaker configuration. To set the speaker configuration: 1. 2. 3. 4. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the S p e a k e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n button. Select from the combo list box your current speaker setup, then click A u t o T e s t to test your settings. Click the U A J A u t o m a t i c button to enable or disable the Universal Audio Jack(UAJ) technology feature. Click the Exit (X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window X to exit.

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. 2. 3. 4. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the C o n n e c t o r S e n s i n g button. Click the B r a c k e t button to display connected audio devices. Click the O p t i o n button to change sensing options. Click the S t a r t button to start connection sensing. A progress bar displays current connector sensing status.

Rebuilding a RAID array

To rebuild a RAID array: 1. From the Array List menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array then press <Enter>. The RAID Array details appear.
Array 1 : NVIDIA MIRROR XXX.XXG - Array Detail RAID Mode: Mirroring Striping Width: 1 Adapt Channel M/S Master Master Index 0 1
Striping Block: 64K Disk Model Name XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Capacity XXX.XXGB XXX.XXGB

[R] Rebuild

[D] Delete

[C] Clear Disk

[ENTER] Return
A new set of navigation keys is displayed on the bottom of the screen. 2. Press <R> to rebuild a RAID array. The following screen appears.
Array 1 : NVIDIA MIRROR XXX.XXG - Select Disk Inside Array RAID Mode: Mirroring Striping Width: 1 Adapt Channel M/S Master Master Index 0 1

[] Select [F6] Back

Use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array to rebuild, then press <F7>. The following confirmation message appears.

Rebuild array?

[ENTER] OK

[ESC] Cancel

Press <Enter> to start rebuilding array or press <Esc> to cancel. After the rebuild process, the Array list menu appears.

Deleting a RAID array

To delete a RAID array: 1. From the Array List menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array then press <Enter>. The RAID Array details appear.
A new set of navigation keys is displayed on the bottom of the screen. 2. Press <D> to delete a RAID array. The following confirmation message appears.

Delete this array?

[N] No
Press <Y> to delete array or press <N> to cancel.
If you selected Yes, the Define a New Array menu appears.

Clearing a disk data

To clear disk data: 1. From the Array List menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array then press <Enter>. The RAID Array details appear.
A new set of navigation keys is displayed on the bottom of the screen. 2. Press <C> to clear disk. The following confirmation message appears.
Press <Y> to clear the disk data or press <N> to cancel.
Creating a RAID driver disk
A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows 2000/XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. To create a RAID driver disk: 1. 2. Place the motherboard support CD into the CD-ROM drive. When the D r i v e r s menu appears, click M a k e N V I D I A R A I D D r i v e r to create an NVIDIA RAID driver disk. Or Browse the contents of the support CD and locate go to \ D r i v e r s \ C h i p s e t \ W I N X P _ 2 K \ D r i v e r _ D i s k for the NVIDIA RAID driver disk utility.

Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or 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 ATX power supply is switched off or the p o w e r c o r d i s d e t a c h e d f r o m t h e p o w e r s u p p l y. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
Chapter 1: Hardware information

Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the motherboard.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

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.

Screw holes

Place 10 screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis

ASUS A8NE-FM

layout

24.5cm (9.6in)

COM1 A ATX12V

ASUS A8000

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)

P PARALLEL PORT L

FLOPPY1

SPDIF_O

USBLANCON
T Top:Line In Center:Line Out Bottom:Mic In

SYS_FAN CPU_FAN

PCIESLOT1

CHIP_FAN

VIA VT6307

PCI_SLOT1

IE1394_2

PCI_SLOT2

nVIDIA CK804
CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power

ACL655

PCI_SLOT3

FAUDIO AUX

BIOS_R

BUZZER1 CLPSW

* optional

F_USB12

USBPW12 USBPW34

4Mb BIOS

A ATXPWRCON1

Socket 939

Layout contents

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1. DDR DIMM slots 2. PCI slots 3. PCI Express slot

Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC1) 2. Clear password (3-pin CLPSW) 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) 4. BIOS Recovery (3-pin BIOS_R)

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Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port 2. Parallel port 3. IEEE 1394a port 4. LAN (RJ-45) port 5. Line In port 6. Line Out port 7. Microphone port 8. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 10. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 11. Serial port 12. PS/2 keyboard port
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Internal connectors 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) 2. IDE connectors (40-1 pin IDE1, IDE2) 3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) 4. CPU fan connector (3-pin CPU_FAN) 5. System fan connector (3-pin SYS_FAN) 6. Chip fan connector (2-pin CHIP_FAN) 7. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB56) 8. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 9. ATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWRCON1, 4-pin ATX12V1) 10. Internal audio connector (4-pin AUX) 11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FPAUDIO) 12. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1)
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Central Processing Unit (CPU)
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. Take 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.

Gold triangle

Installing the CPU
To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

A8NE-FM CPU Socket 939

Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90-100 angle.

Socket lever

Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90-100 angle; otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely.
Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.
Gold triangle Small triangle
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!
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.
Installing the heatsink and fan
The AMD Athlon 64FX or AMD Athlon 64 processor requires 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.
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.

After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. 2. 3. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
Standard interrupt assignments
IRQ Priority 10 Standard Function System Timer Keyboard Controller Re-direct to IRQ#9 Communications Port (COM2)* Communications Port (COM1)* IRQ holder for PCI steering* Floppy Disk Controller Printer Port (LPT1)* System CMOS/Real Time Clock IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
A PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 Onboard IEEE 1394a controller used B used C used D used E F G H
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 figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot.

Jumpers

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) 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. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 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. 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.

Default Recovery

A8NE-FM BIOS recovery jumper

Connectors

Rear panel connectors

1. 2. 3.

P S / 2 m o u s e p o r t ( g r e e n ). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. P a r a l l e l p o r t. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. I E E E a p o r t. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. L A N ( R J - ) p o r t. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. L i n e I n p o r t ( l i g h t b l u e ). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. L i n e O u t p o r t ( l i m e ). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. M i c r o p h o n e p o r t ( p i n k ). This port connects a microphone.
Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration
Port Light Blue Lime Pink Gray Black Yellow Orange Headset 2-channel 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
U S B 2. 0 p o r t s 3 a n d 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. U S B 2. 0 p o r t s 1 a n d 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
1 0. C o a x i a l S / P D I F O u t p o r t. This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. t. 1 1. S e r i a l p o r t This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 1 2. P S / 2 k e y b o a r d p o r t ( p u r p l e ). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

Internal connectors

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.
Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.
NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
A8NE-FM Floppy disk drive connector
IDE connectors (40-1 pin IDE1, IDE2) These connectors are for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE slave device (optical drive/hard disk drive), and a gray connector for an Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE master device (hard disk drive). If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.

A8NE-FM USB 2.0 connectors
Never connect a c a b l e to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!
IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
IE1394_2 A8NE-FM IEEE 1394 connector
NEVER connect a U S B c a b l e to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard!
USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC
ATX power connectors (24-pin A T X P W R C O N1 , N1 4-pin ATX12V1) These connectors are for an ATX 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.
We recommend that you use an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 350 W power rating. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. If you intend to use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, make sure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15A on +12V and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 350 W. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up. We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant PSU passed the motherboard power requirement test with the following configuration: CPU : Memory : Graphics card : Parallel ATA devices : Serial ATA device : Optical drives : SCSI devices : Intel Pentium 4 3.6 GHz 512 MB DDR (x 4) PCI Express x16 Nvidia EN5900 IDE hard disk drive (x 2) SATA hard disk drive CD-ROM (x 2) SCSI card and SCSI hard disk drive

ATXPWRCON1

+3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts ATX12V +5V Standby GND GND Power OK +12V DC +12V DC Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts connectors +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts

Refer to the corresponding section for details on these utilities.

Important notes

Save a copy of the o r i g i n a l m o t h e r b o a r d B I O S f i l e to a b o o t a b l e f l o p p y d i s k in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFLASH utilities. Visit the system builders website and download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard using the ASUS Update utility.
Creating a bootable floppy disk
Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.

DOS environment

a. Insert a 1.44 MB 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. 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 t. 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.

Chapter 2: BIOS setup

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.

AwardBIOS Flash Utility

The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the built-in Flash Memory Writer utility or using a bootable floppy disk with the executable Flash Memory Writer Utility (AWDFLASH.EXE). Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility.
Save only the updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to avoid loading a wrong BIOS file.
The succeeding screens are for reference only. The actual displays may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

Updating the BIOS file

1. Download the latest BIOS file from the system builders website. Rename the file to (BIOS file name on the support CD).BIN and save it to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 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 B107A (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-A8NE-FM-00 DATE: 10/14/2004 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 B107A (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-A8NE-FM-00 DATE: 10/14/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 1001.bin
Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N)
The utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file. Press <Y> to save the current BIOS file to the floppy disk, or <N> to continue.
If you intend to save the current BIOS file, make sure that the floppy disk has enough disk space to save the file. See the next section for details on saving the current BIOS file.
The utility verifies the BIOS file in the floppy disk and starts flashing the BIOS file.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS B107A (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-A8NE-FM-00 DATE: 10/14/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 1001.bin Program Flashing Memory - OFE00 OK
109876543210987654321098765432

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. Remove the floppy disk then press <F1> to restart the system.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS B107A (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-A8NE-FM-00 DATE: 10/14/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 1001.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 B107A (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-A8NE-FM-00 DATE: 10/14/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 1001.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 B107A (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-A8NE-FM-00 DATE: 10/14/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 1001.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 B107A (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-A8NE-FM-00 DATE: 10/14/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 1001.bin Now Backup System BIOS to File!
1098765432109876543210987654321
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 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 floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility. Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to A 8 N E - F M. R O M M.
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk
To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk: 1. 2. 3. 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.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery. Checking for floppy.
When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery. Checking for floppy. Floppy found! Reading file A8NE-FM.ROM. Completed. Start flashing.
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.

BIOS Setup program

This motherboard supports a programmable Flash ROM that you can update using the provided utility described in section 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to Run Setup. This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you may want to change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you may want to enable the security password feature or make changes to 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 Flash ROM. The Flash ROM 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 <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. 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. It is a menu-driven program, which means you can scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections among the predetermined choices.

Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following BIOS setup screens and descriptions are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

BIOS menu bar

Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features. Use this menu to configure and enable Power Management features. Use this menu to configure the default system device used to locate and load the Operating System. Use this menu to exit the current menu or to exit the Setup program.
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:

ADVANCED POWER BOOT EXIT

To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

Legend bar

At the bottom of the Setup screen is a legend bar. The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following table lists the keys found in the legend bar with their corresponding functions.
Navigation Key(s) Function Description
<F1> or <Alt + H> <Esc> Left or Right arrow Up or Down arrow - (minus key) + (plus key) or spacebar <Enter> <Home> or <PgUp> <End> or <PgDn> <F5> <F10>
Displays the General Help screen from anywhere in the BIOS Setup Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu from a sub-menu Selects the menu item to the left or right Moves the highlight up or down between fields Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted field Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field Brings up a selection menu for the highlighted field Moves the cursor to the first field Moves the cursor to the last field Resets the current screen to its Setup Defaults Saves changes and exits Setup

General help

In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also provides a General Help screen. You may launch this screen from any menu by simply pressing <F1>. The General Help screen lists the legend keys and their corresponding functions. Saving changes and exiting the Setup program See 2.7 Exit Menu for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program.

System Date [xx/xx/xxxx]

Sets the system to the date that you specify (usually the current date). The format is month, day, year. Valid values for month, day, and year are Month: (1 to 12), Day: (1 to 31), Year: (up to 2084). Use the <Tab> key to move between the month, day, and year fields.
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [None] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.]
Installed Memory [xxx MB]
This field automatically displays the amount of conventional memory detected by the system during the boot process.
Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave
Primary IDE Master PIO Mode UDMA Mode Auto Acoustic Management Primary IDE Master Access Mode Capacity Cylinder Head Sector Transfer Mode [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] [Auto] 20021 MB 63 UDMA 5
Select Menu Item Specific Help Set a PIO Mode for the IDE device. Mode0 through 4 successive increase in performance.

PIO Mode [Auto]

This option lets you set a PIO (Programmed Input/Output) mode for the IDE device. Modes 0 through 4 provide successive increase in performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Mode 0] [Mode 1] [Mode 2] [Mode 3] [Mode 4]

UDMA Mode [Auto]

Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity for compatible IDE devices. Set to [Disabled] to suppress Ultra DMA capability. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Auto Acoustic Management [Disabled]
This option allows drive noise reduction.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Minimum] [Medium] [Maximum]
Primary IDE Master [Auto]
Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive. If automatic detection is successful, Setup automatically fills in the correct values for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If automatic detection fails, this may be because the hard disk drive is too old or too new. If the hard disk was already formatted on an older system, Setup may detect incorrect parameters. In these cases, select [Manual] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters. Refer to the next section for details. Configuration options: [None] [Auto] [Manual]
Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the correct configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed hard disk.

Access Mode [Auto]

This item allows the user to select the sector addressing mode. CHS (cylinder, head, sector) mode supports 528 MB hard disks. LBA (logical block addressing) mode supports hard disks up to 128 GB in size. Large mode (also called extended CHS mode) supports hard disks above 528 MB in size, but does not support LBA mode. Configuration options: [CHS] [LBA] [Large] [Auto]

First, Second, Third, and Fourth SATA Master
Primary IDE Master x Auto Acoustic Management Extended IDE Drive Access Mode Capacity Cylinder Head Precomp Landing Zone Sector Disabled [Auto] [Auto] 0 MB 0
Select Menu Item Specific Help Selects the type of fixed disk connected to the system.
Extended IDE Drive [Auto]
Select [Auto] to automatically detect a SATA hard disk drive. If automatic detection is successful, Setup automatically fills in the correct values for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. Configuration options: [None] [Auto]
Allows the user to select the sector addressing mode. Refer to the previous page for detailed descriptions of the different modes. Configuration options: [Large] [Auto]

Advanced Menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values may cause the system to malfunction.
CPU Configuration Chipset PCIPnP Onboard Device Configuration
Select Menu Item Specific Help Press Enter to Set.

CPU configuration

The items in this menu show the CPU-related information auto-detected by the BIOS.
CPU Configuration CPU Type AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3400+ CPU Speed 2222MHz Cache RAM 512K CPU Frequency [200.0]
Select Menu Item Specific Help

CPU Frequency [200.0]

Displays the frequency that the clock generator sets to the system bus and PCI bus. The BIOS auto-detects the value of this item. Configuration options: [200.0] ~ [400.0]

Chipset configuration

The items in this menu show the chipset configuration settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up menu with the configuration options.
Chipset DRAM Configuration Err94 Enh Spread Spectrum SATA Spread Spectrum PCIE Spread Spectrum
Select Menu Item Specific Help [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] DRAM timing and control.

DRAM Configuration

The items in this sub-menu show the DRAM-related information that the BIOS auto-detects.
DRAM Configuration Max Memclock (MHz) CAS# Latency (Tcl) RAS# to CAS# delay (Trcd) Min RAS# active time (Tras) Row precharge time (Trp) [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto]
Select Menu Item Specific Help Places an artificial memory clock limit on the system. Memory is prevented from running faster than this frequency.

When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Hardware monitor

This menu shows the hardware monitor settings auto-detected by the BIOS.

Hardware Monitor

CPU Temperature M/B Temperature 5Vsb Vccp 5V 12V CPU Fan Speed System Fan Speed CPU/System Fan Control Fan Low Temp Temperature Range Set CPU FAN RAMP RATE CPU Fan Low Voltage System Fan Low Voltage 48C 38C 4.96V 1.58V 5.12V 11.59V 3424 RPM 0 RPM [Enabled] [55oC] [13.33oC] [7 secs] [ 5.0 V] [ 5.0 V]
CPU/System Fan Control [Enabled]
Enables/disables the system fan speed control by changing the fan voltage. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Fan Low Temp [ 5 5o C ]

Sets the temperature level at which the system fan switches to a lower speed. Configuration options: [20C] ~ [89C]
Temperature Range [13.33o C ]
Configuration options: [2C] [2.5C] [3.33C] [4C] [5C] [6.67C] [8C] [10C] [13.33C] [16C] [20C] [26.67C] [32C] [40C] [53.33C] [80C]
Set CPU FAN RAMP RATE [7 secs]
Configuration options: [35 secs] [17.6 secs] [11.8 secs] [7 secs] [4.4 secs] [3 secs] [1.6 secs] [0.8 secs]
CPU Fan Low Voltage [5.0 V]
Allows the user to select the CPU fan voltage for slower fan speed operation. Configuration options: [5.0 V] [5.5 V] [6.0 V] [6.5 V] [7.0 V] [7.5 V] [8.0 V] [8.5 V] [9.0 V] [9.5 V] [10.0 V] [10.5 V] [11.0 V] [11.5 V] [12.0 V] [12.5 V]
System Fan Low Voltage [5.0 V]
Allows the user to select the system fan voltage for slower fan speed operation. Configuration options: [5.0 V] [5.5 V] [6.0 V] [6.5 V] [7.0 V] [7.5 V] [8.0 V] [8.5 V] [9.0 V] [9.5 V] [10.0 V] [10.5 V] [11.0 V] [11.5 V] [12.0 V] [12.5 V]
If any of the monitored items is out of range, the following error message appears: Hardware Monitor found an error. Enter Power setup menu for details. You will then be prompted to Press F1 to continue or DEL to enter SETUP.

Boot Menu

This Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up menu with the configuration options.
Boot Device Priority Removable Drives Hard Drisk Drives CDROM Drives Boot Settings Configuration Security
Select Menu Item Specific Help Select Boot Device Priority

Boot Device Priority

Boot Device Priority 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Boot Boot Boot Boot Device Device Device Device [CDROM] [Removable] [Hard Disk] [Disabled]
Select Menu Item Specific Help Select your Boot Device Priority

1st ~ xth Boot Device

These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of devices that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [Removable] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Legacy LAN] [Disabled]