P4I45D User Manual

Published October 2002 Copyright2002 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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Contents

1 Introduction... 4
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 Package Contents.. Specifications... Motherboard Layout.. ASRock I/OTM... Screw Holes... Pre-installation Precautions.. CPU Installation.. Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan.. Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM).. Expansion Slots... Jumpers Setup.. Connectors... 23

2 Installation... 8

3 BIOS Setup... 14
3.1 BIOS Setup Utility... 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar.. 3.1.2 Legend Bar... 3.2 Main Menu... 3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus.. 4.1 Installing Operating System.. 4.2 Support CD Information.. 4.2.1 Running Support CD.. 4.2.2 Drivers Menu... 4.2.3 Utilities Menu... 4.2.4 ASRock Live Demo Program.. 4.2.5 Contact Information.. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Advanced Menu... Security Menu.. Power Menu... Boot Menu... Exit Menu...

4 Software Support.. 18

Appendix: Advanced BIOS Setup. 19

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock P4I45D motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRocks consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRocks commitment to quality and endurance. Chapter 1 and 2 of this manual contain introduction of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide for new DIY system builders. Chapter 3 and 4 contain basic BIOS setup and Support CD information. For advanced users reference, the Appendix offers more advanced BIOS setup information.

1.1 Package Contents

ASRock P4I45D motherboard (ATX form factor: 12" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm) ASRock P4I45D Quick Installation Guide ASRock Intel-Intel Series Support CD 1 Cable for IDE devices (1 x ATA 66/100) 1 Cable for floppy drive (1 x ribbon cable) 1 ASRock I/O shield

1.2 Specifications

Platform: CPU: Chipsets: ATX form factor (12" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm) Socket 478 for Intel Pentium 4/ Celeron processor North Bridge: Intel 845D chipsets, standard FSB 400 MHz, Max. 533 MHz; South Bridge: Intel ICH2 Clock Generator: 100 MHz - 200MHz Memory: 2 slots for DDR: DIMM1 and DIMM2 (PC1600/ PC2100), Max. 2GB; 2 slots for SDR: DIMM3 and DIMM4 (PC100/ PC133), Max. 2GB IDE: IDE1: ATA 100 / Ultra DMA Mode 5; IDE2: ATA 100 / Ultra DMA Mode 5; Can connect up to 4 IDE devices Floppy Port: Supports floppy disk drive Audio: 5.1 channels AC97 Audio LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing (ASRock U-COP); CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life (ASRock U-COP) (see CAUTION 1);Chassis temperature sensing; Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore; CPU fan tachometer; Chassis fan tachometer PCI slots: 5 PCI slots (see CAUTION 2)

AGP slot: USB 2.0:

1 AGP slot, supports 1.5v, 4X / 2X / 1X AGP card (see CAUTION 3) 2 default USB 2.0 ports and one extra set of USB 2.0 header to support two additional USB 2.0 ports upgrade (Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft Windows XP. It may not work properly under Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000. Please refer to Microsoft official document at http://www.microsoft.com/HWDEV/BUS/usb/USB2support.asp) 2 rear default USB 1.1 ports with legacy support (see CAUTION 4) PS/2: 1 keyboard port / 1 mouse port; 1 RJ 45 port; 2 rear default USB 1.1 ports; 2 rear default USB 2.0 ports; 1 serial port: COM1; 1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support; Audio Jack: Line Out/ Line In/ Microphone + 1 Game port AMI legal BIOS;Supports Plug and Play; ACPI 1.1 compliance wake up events; Supports jumperfree; SMBIOS 2.3.1 support; CPU frequency stepless control (only for advanced users reference, see CAUTION 5); Microsoft Windows 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant

USB 1.1: ASRock I/OTM:

CAUTION!
1. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly before you resume the system. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC system. 2. PCI 5 supports PCI slave mode only. [ DO NOT use the slot PCI 5 if there is USB device working on any of the USB 2.0 ports : USB 0,1 (see page 7, item 8) and USB 4,5 (see page 6, item 13). ] 3. Do NOT use 3.3V AGP card on P4I45Ds AGP slot! It may cause permanent damage! 4. Legacy support is only for USB 1.1 ports, but not available for USB 2.0 ports. It is recommended to attach USB keyboard / mouse to the USB 1.1 ports: USB 2,3, see page 7 item 7. 5. Although P4I45D offers stepless control, it is not recommended to perform over clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequency may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU.

1.3 Motherboard Layout

24.4cm (9.6 in)

CPU_FAN1

Keyboard

PARALLEL PORT

mPGA478B
DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
SDR DIMM1 (64 bit, 168-pin module)
SDR DIMM2 (64 bit, 168-pin module)

USB3 (USB1.1)

GAME AUDIO1 GAME AUDIO1 GAME AUDIO1

Line out

PS2_USB_PWR1

Line in In

Mic Mic in In

ATXPWR1

Intel 845D Chipset

AUX1 CD1

AUDIO1

IDE2 Audio CODEC

30.5cm (12.0 in)

USB0 (USB2.0)

USB2 (USB1.1)

USB1 (USB2.0)

Intel ICH2

CLRCMOS1

PCI LAN

FLOPPY1

2MB BIOS

CMOS Battery

CHA_FAN1

Super I/O

P4I45D

USB45 (USB2.0)

SPEAKER1 IR1

1 HDLED

PWRBTN

PANEL 1

ATX power connector (ATXPWR1) CPU socket CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) North Bridge controller 184-pin DDR DIMM slots (DDR1, DDR2, blue) 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slots (SDR1, SDR2, black) Primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) Secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black) Chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1) Floppy connector (FLOPPY1) BIOS FWH chip System panel connector (PANEL1) USB2.0 header (USB45)

Infrared module connector (IR1) Speaker connector (SPEAKER1) South Bridge controller CLRCMOS1 PCI slots Audio CODEC Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1) PCI LAN PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper Internal audio connectors: AUX1 (white) Internal audio connectors: CD1 (black) AGP slot CPU heatsink retention module

1.4 ASRock I/O TM

Parallel port RJ-45 port Game port Microphone (Pink) Line In (Light Blue) Line Out (Lime)
USB 1.1 ports (USB 2,3) USB 2.0 ports (USB 0,1) Serial port (COM1) PS/2 keyboard port (Purple) PS/2 mouse port (Green)

Chapter 2 Installation

P4I45D is an ATX form factor (12" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm) motherboard. 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 may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.

2.1 Screw Holes

Place screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. 2. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle components. 3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. 4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that comes with the component. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

2.3 CPU Installation

Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90 angle. Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that its marked corner matches the base of the socket lever. Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to avoid bending of the pins.
Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.

Step 1

Step 2, 3

Step 4

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Intel Pentium4 CPU requires larger heatsink and cooling fan. Thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink is also needed to improve heat dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan and heatsink vendors.
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM) DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) has 168 pins and DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM DIMM has 184 pins. Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components.

168-pin RAM

184-pin RAM
The 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slot (black) and 184-pin DDR DIMM slot (blue) can be easily distinguished by the fool-proof design. Please do not use both 168-pin SDRAM DIMM and 184-pin DDR DIMM at the same time. To optimize the compatibility, it is not recommended to use two different models of the DIMMs at the same time. Step 1. Step 2. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot.

Step 3.

Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)
There are 5 PCI slots and 1 AGP slot on P4I45D motherboard. PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI interface. The slot PCI5 supports PCI slave mode only. Please do not use this slot while there is USB device working on any of the USB2.0 port: USB0,1 (see page 7, item 8) and USB4,5 (see page 6, item 13). AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card. The ASRock AGP slot has a special locking mechanism which can securely fasten the graphics card inserted. Please do not use 3.3v AGP card on P4I45Ds AGP slot! It may cause permanent damage.
Installing an expansion card
Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Step 6. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws. Replace the system cover.

2.7 Jumpers Setup

The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is SHORT. If no jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is OPEN. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are SHORT when jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins. Jumper PS2_USB_PWR1 (see p.6 item 22) Description Short pin2, pin3 to set at +5VSB (standby) and +5V +5VSB enable PS/2 or USB wake up (Default) events. Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by power supply. CLRCMOS1 Disconnect the power cord, (see p.6 item 17) then short the solder points solder points to clear CMOS by using metal material, e.g., a paper clip. Note: There are SOLER POINTS but no PINS on CLRCMOS1.

Setting

2.8 Connectors
Connectors are NOT jumpers. DO NOT place jumper caps over these connectors. Connector Figure Description FDD connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) FLOPPY1 Pin1 Red marking (see p.6 item 10) Note: Match the red marking on the floppy ribbon cable with Pin1. Primary IDE connector (Blue) Secondary IDE connector (Black) (39-pin IDE1, see p.6 item 7) (39-pin IDE2, see p.6 item 8)
Connect this BLACK end to the IDE devices
Connect this BLUE end to the motherboard

80-Pin ATA 100 cable

Note: To optimize compatibility and performance, please connect your hard disk drive to the primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) and CD-ROM to the secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black). USB_PWR USB2.0 header ASRock I/OTM on P4I45D motherP-5 (9-pin USB45) (see p.6 item 13)
1 GND P+4 P-4 USB_PWR P+5 GND DUMMY
Infrared module connector (5-pin IR1) (see p.6 item 14) Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1) (CD1: see p.6 item 24) (AUX1: see p.6 item 23)

IRTX +5V DUMMY

GND IRRX
board provides you 2 default USB2.0 ports and 2 default USB1.1 ports. If the default USB ports on the rear panel are not sufficient, an extra USB2.0 header is available to support 2 additional USB2.0 ports. This connector supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, or MPEG card. This is an interface for front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices.

AUX-R GND GND AUX-L

CD-R GND GND CD-L
Front panel audio connector (9-pin AUDIO1) (see p.6 item 20)
GND +5VA BACKOUT-R BACKOUT-L
1 AUD-OUT-L DUMMY AUD-OUT-R MIC-POWER MIC
System panel connector (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.6 item 12)

PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND

This connector accommodates several system front panel functions.

DUMMY RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+
External speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER 1) (see p.6 item 15) Chassis fan connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.6 item 9)

SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY +5V

This connector allows you to attach to an external speaker.

GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED

Connect the fan cable to the connector matching the black wire to the ground pin.
CPU fan connector (3-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6 item 3) ATX power connector (20-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6 item 1)

GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED

Connect the fan cable to the connector matching the black wire to the ground pin. Connect an ATX power supply to the connector.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility
This section explains how to configure your system using the BIOS Setup Utility. The BIOS FWH chip on the motherboard stores the BIOS Setup Utility. When you start up the computer, there is a chance for you to run the BIOS Setup. Press <F2> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the BIOS Setup Utility, otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter the BIOS Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <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. The BIOS Setup Utility is designed to be user-friendly. It is a menu-driven program, which allows you to scroll through its various sub-menus and select among the predetermined choices. Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following BIOS setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar

The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: MAIN Sets up the basic system configuration ADVANCED Sets up the advanced features SECURITY Sets up the security features POWER Configures Power Management features BOOT Configures the default system device that is used to locate and load the Operating System EXIT Exits the current menu or the BIOS Setup To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

3.1.2 Legend Bar

At the bottom of the Setup Screen is a legend bar. The following table lists the keys in the legend bar with their corresponding functions.

Navigation Key(s) <F1> <ESC> / / +/<Enter> <F9> <F10>
Function Description Displays the General Help Screen Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the upper menu from the current menu Moves cursor up or down between fields Selects menu to the left or right Increases or decreases values Brings up a selected menu for a highlighted field Resets the current screen to its Setup Defaults Saves changes and exits Setup

3.2 Main Menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the following screen appears.
AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a Boot Power Exit

Advanced

Security
System Date System Time Floppy Drives IDE Devices BIOS Version Processor Type Processor Speed Cache Size Microcode Update Total Memory DDR1 DDR2 SDR1 SDR2

Oct Tue 22:07:40

[ Setup Help ] Month: Jan - Dec Day: 01 - 31 Year: 1980 - 2099
P4I45D BIOS L1.00 Pentium (R) 4 Family CPU 2400 MHz 512 KB F24 / 0F 128 MB 128 MB / 266 MHz None None None

F1:Help Esc:Exit

:Select Item :Select Menu
+/-:Change Values Enter:Select Sub-Menu
F9:Setup Defaults F10:Save & Exit
System Date [Month/Day/Year] Set the system date that you specify. Valid values for month, day, and year are Month: (Jan to Dec), Day: (1 to 31), Year: (up to 2099). Use keys to move between the Month, Day and Year fields. System Time [Hour:Minute:Second] Set the system to the time that you specify. Use keys to move between the Hour, Minute and Second fields. Floppy Drives Use this to set the type of floppy drives installed. IDE Devices Use this to configure IDE devices.
TYPE It allows user to select the type of the IDE Drive. Below are the configuration options. After making your selections on this sub-menu, press <ESC> key to return to the upper menu, in whcih the hard disk drive field will display the size for the hard disk drive that you configured. [USER]: It allows user to manually enter the number of cylinders, heads, and sectors per track for the drive. 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. [Auto]:Select [Auto] to automatically detect hard disk drive. If auto-detection is successful, the BIOS Setup automatically fills in the correct values for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the autodetection fails, it may due to that the hard disk is too old or too new. If the hard disk was already formatted on an older system, the BIOS Setup may detect incorrect parameters. In these cases, select [User] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters. After entering the hard disk 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.

[CD/DVD]: This is used for IDE CD/DVD drives. [ARMD]: This is used for IDE ARMD (Accelerated RemovableMedia Device), such as MO. Cylinders This is used to configure the number of cylinders. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value. Heads This is used to configure the number of read/write heads. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct values. Write Pre-compensation Enter Write Pre-compensation sector. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value. Sectors This is used to configure the number of sectors per track. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value. Maximum Capacity This field shows the drives maximum capacity as calculated by the BIOS based on the drive information you entered. LBA Mode This allows user to select the LBA mode for a hard disk > 512 MB under DOS and Windows; for Netware and UNIX user, select [Off] to disable the LBA mode. Block Mode Set the block mode to [On] will enhance hard disk performance by reading or writing more data during each transfer. Fast Programmed I/O Modes This allows user to set the PIO mode to enhance hard disk performance by optimizing the hard disk timing. 32 Bit Transfer Mode It allows user to enable 32-bit access to maximize the IDE hard disk data transfer rate. Ultra DMA Mode Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity for compatible IDE devices. Set to [Disabled] to suppress Ultra DMA capability.
3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus
Detailed descriptions of these menus are listed in the Appendix, see p.19.
Support Chapter 4 Software Suppor t
4.1 Install Operating System
This motherboard supports various Microsoft Windows operating systems: 98 SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.
4.2 Support CD Information
The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that enhance the motherboard features.
4.2.1 Running The Support CD
To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if AUTORUN is enabled in your computer. If the Main Menu did not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder in the Support CD to display the menus.

4.2.2 Drivers Menu

The Drivers Menu shows the available devices drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.

4.2.3 Utilities Menu

The Utilities Menu shows the applications software that the motherboard supports. Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.
4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program
ASRock presents you a multimedia PC-DIY live demo, which shows you how to install your own PC system step by step. You can find the file through the following path:.\ MPEGAV \ AVSEQ01.DAT To see this demo program, you can run Microsoft Media Player to play the file.
4.2.5 Contact Information
If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome to ASRocks website: http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information.
Appendix: Advanced BIOS Setup
This section will introduce you the following BIOS Setup menus: Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit.
1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu
Spread Spectrum CPU Host Frequency Actual Frequency CPU Ratio Selection SDRAM Frequency Hyper Threading Technology Chipset Configuration Resource Configuration Peripheral Configuration System Hardware Monitor
Disabled Auto 133MHz 20.0x Auto Auto
[ Setup Help ] <Enter> to enable or disable the feature of spread spectrum
Spread Spectrum: This field should always be [Disabled] for better system stability. CPU Host Frequency: [Auto]: The motherboard detects the jumper setup and sets the CPU host frequency automatically. [Manual]: This allows user to set CPU host frequency manually. However, this is not recommended unless user thoroughly knows the feature. Wrong setup may cause problems during operation. CPU Ratio Selection: Use this to set the multiple that times the frontside bus frequency must equal to the core speed of the installed processor. SDRAM Frequency: If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard detects the memory module(s) inserted and automatically assigns appropriate frequency. You can also select other value as operating frequency: [200MHz], [266MHz]. Hyper Threading Technology: To enable this feature, it requires a computer system with an Intel Pentium4 processor at 3.06 GHz or higher and an operating system that includes optimization for this technology, such as Microsoft Windows XP. Set to [Auto] if using Microsoft Windows XP, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher.

Chipset Configuration: AGP Aperture Size: It refers to a section of the PCI memory address range used for graphics memory. We recommend that you leave this field at the default value unless your AGP card requires other sizes. ICH Delayed Transaction: Select [Enable] will enable delayed transactions for internal register, FWH, and LPC interface accesses. USB Controller: Use this to enable or disable the use of USB controller. USB Device Legacy Support: Use this to enable or disable support to emulate legacy I/O devices such as mouse, keyboard,. etc. Resource Configuration: PCI Latency Timer (PCI Clocks): The default is 32. We recommend you to keep the default value unless your PCI expansion cards specifications require other settings. Primary Graphics Adapter: Select PCI or AGP as the primary graphics adapter. Peripheral Configuration:
OnBoard FDC: Use this to enable or disable floppy drive controller. OnBoard Serial Port: Use this to set addresses for the onboard serial ports or disable serial ports. Configuration options: [Auto], [Disabled], [3F8 / IRQ4 / COM1], [2F8 / IRQ3 / COM2], [3E8 / IRQ4 / COM3], [2E8 / IRQ3 / COM4]. OnBoard Infrared Port: This allows you to enable or disable the onboard infrared port feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the infrared module is installed. OnBoard Parallel Port: Select Parallel Port address or disable Parallel Port. Configuration options: [Auto], [Disabled], [378], [278]. Parallel Port Mode: Set the operation mode of the parallel port. OnBoard Midi Port: Select address for Midi Port or disable Midi Port. Configu ration options: [Disabled], [330], [300], [310], [320]. Midi IRQ Select: Use this to select Midi IRQ. Configuration options: [3], [4], [5], [7], [10], [11].
OnBoard Game Port: Select address for Game Port or disable Game Port. Configuration options: [200], [208], [Disabled]. OnBoard IDE: To enable either the primary IDE channel or the secondary IDE channel, set to [Disabled] will disable the both. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Primary], [Secondary], [Both]. OnBoard LAN: Enable or Disable onboard LAN. OnBoard AC97 Audio: Enable or disable onboard AC97 audio feature. System Hardware Monitor: You can check the status of the hardware on your system. It allows you to monitor the parameters for CPU temperature, Motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, and critical voltage.

2. Security Setup Menu

Supervisor Password: This field shows the status of the Supervisor Password. [Clear]: No password has been set. [Set]: Supervisor password has been set. User Password: This field shows the status of the User Password. [Clear]: No password has been set. [Set]: User password has been set. Set Supervisor Password: Press <Enter> to set Supervisor Password. Valid password can be a 1 to 6 alphanumeric characters combination. If you already have a password, you must enter your current password first in order to create a new password. Set User Password: Press <Enter> to set User Password. Valid password can be a 1 to 6 alphanumeric characters combination. If you already have a password, you must enter your current password first in order to create a new password. Password Check: Select the check point for Password Check. Configuration options: [Setup], [Always]. If [Setup] option is selected, the Password Check

is performed before BIOS setup. If [Always] option is selected, the Password Check is performed before both boot-up and BIOS setup.

3. Power Setup Menu

Suspend to RAM (S3): This field allows you to select whether to auto-detect or disable the ACPI Suspend-to-RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the system supports it. Repost Video on S3 Resume: This feature allows you to repost video on S3 resume. It is recommended to enable this feature under Microsoft Windows 98 / ME. Restore on AC/Power Loss: This allows you to set the power state after an unexpected AC/power loss. If [Power Off] is selected, the AC/power remains off when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC/power resumes and the system starts to boot up when the power recovers. Ring-In Power On: Use this to enable or disable Ring-in signals to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode. PME# Power On: Use this to enable or disable PCI PME# to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode. Keyboard Power On: Use this to enable or disable keyboard to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode. RTC Alarm Power On: Use this to enable or disable RTC(Real Time Clock) to power on the system. If [Enable] is selected, you must fill the RTC Alarm Date / Hour / Minute / Second sub-fields with the actual wake up time you desire.

4. Boot Setup Menu

Quick Boot Mode: This mode speeds up the boot-up routine by skipping memory retestings. Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: This screen shows CPU and hardware information during Power-On-Self-Test (POST) routine. If this screen is disabled, only ASRock logo is shown during the boot up process. Boot Up Num-Lock: This automatically activates the Numeric Lock function after boot up. Boot to OS/2: This enables boot up to OS/2 operating system. Boot Device Priority: This allows you to set the boot device priority.

5. Exit Menu

Exit Saving Changes: After you enter the sub-menu, the message Save current settings and exit will appear. If you press <ENTER>, it will save the current settings and exit the BIOS SETUP Utility. Exit Discarding Changes: After you enter the submenu, the message Quit without saving changes will appear. If you press <ENTER>, you will exit the BIOS Setup Utility without making any changes to the settings. Load Default Settings: This loads the default values for all the setup configuration. Discard Changes: After you enter the sub-menu, the message Load setup original values will appear. If you press <ENTER>, original values will be restored. All changes are discarded.

P4i45D User Manual

Version 1.0 Published June 2003 Copyright2003 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

Copyright Notice:

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Contents

1 Introduction.. 4
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 Package Contents... Specifications... Motherboard Layout.. ASRock I/OTM... Screw Holes.. Pre-installation Precautions.. CPU Installation... Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan.. Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM). Expansion Slots.. Jumpers Setup... Connectors... 27

2 Installation.. 9

3 BIOS Setup.. 15
3.1 BIOS Setup Utility.. 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar... 3.1.2 Legend Bar... 3.2 Main Menu... 3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus. 4.1 Installing Operating System.. 4.2 Support CD Information... 4.2.1 Running Support CD.. 4.2.2 Drivers Menu... 4.2.3 Utilities Menu.. 4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program.. 4.2.5 Contact Information.. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Advanced Menu... Security Menu... Power Menu.. Boot Menu... Exit Menu...

4 Software Support.. 19

Appendix... 20

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock P4i45D motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRocks consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRocks commitment to quality and endurance. Chapter 1 and 2 of this manual contain introduction of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide for new DIY system builders. Chapter 3 and 4 contain basic BIOS setup and support CD information. For advanced users reference, the Appendix appearing on page 16 offers more advanced BIOS setup information.

1.3 Motherboard Layout

17.8cm (7.0 in)

PARALLEL PORT

Keyboard

CPU_FAN1

mPGA478B

ATXPWR1

PS2_USB_PWR1
DDR 1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module) DDR2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)

USB 2.0 Ports

USB 1.1 Ports

GAME AUDIO1 GAME AUDIO1

Line out

Line in In

Mic Mic in In

Intel 845D Chipsets

30.5cm (12.0 in)

AUDIO1

CMOS Battery

AUDIO CODEC

AGP1 PCI 1

P4i45D REV. 3.00

Intel ICH2

CLRCMOS0

PCI LAN

Super I/O

USB2.0

2MB BIOS

FLOPPY1

PLED PWRBTN

PANEL 1

CHA_FAN1

SPEAKER1

HDLED RST

PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper CPU heatsink retention module North Bridge controller ATX power connector (ATXPWR1) Secondary IDE connector (IDE2, Black) AGP slot (AGP1) USB 2.0 header (USB45, Blue) System panel connector (PANEL1) Chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1) BIOS FWH chip PCI LAN JL1 jumper Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1) Internal audio connector: CD1 (Black)
CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) CPU socket 184-pin DDR DIMM slots (DDR 1- 2) Primary IDE connector (IDE1, Blue) Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS0, 2-pin jumper) South Bridge controller Floppy connector (FLOPPY1) External speaker connector (SPEAKER 1) Infrared module connector (IR1) PCI slots (PCI 1- 4) AUDIO CODEC JR1 jumper Internal audio connector: AUX1 (White)

1.4 ASRock I/O TM

Parallel port Game port Line In (Light Blue) USB 1.1 ports (USB 2,3) Serial port (COM1) PS/2 mouse port (Green)
RJ-45 port Microphone (Pink) Line Out (Lime) USB 2.0 ports (USB 0,1) PS/2 keyboard port (Purple)

Chapter 2 Installation

P4i45D is an ATX form factor (12.0" x 7.0", 30.5 x 17.8 cm) motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, please 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 may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.

2.1 Screw Holes

Please place screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. 2. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle components. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. Whenever you uninstall any component, please place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that comes with the component. Before you install or remove any component, pleasse ensure that the power is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

2.3 CPU Installation

Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90 angle. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that its marked corner matches the base of the socket lever. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to avoid bending of the pins. Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.

Step 1

Step 2, 3

Step 4

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Intel Pentium4 CPU requires larger heatsink and cooling fan. Thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink is also needed to improve heat dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan and heatsink vendors.

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
P4i45D motherboard provides two 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate) DIMM slots. Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)
There are 4 PCI slots and 1 AGP slot on P4i45D motherboard. PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI interface. AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card. The ASRock AGP slot has a special locking mechanism which can securely fasten the graphics card inserted. Please do NOT insert a 3.3V AGP card into the AGP slot of P4i45D motherboard! It may cause permanent damage!
Installing an expansion card
Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Step 6. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws. Replace the system cover.

2.7 Jumpers Setup

The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is SHORT. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is OPEN. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are SHORT when jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins. Jumper PS2_USB_PWR1

(see p.7 item 1)

Setting

1_2 2_3

Short pin2, pin3 to enable
+5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or +5V +5VSB USB wake up events. Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by power supply. JR1(see p.7 item 24) JL1(see p.7 item 23)

fig. 1

fig. 2
Note: When you connect speakers in back panel and front panel at the same time, 1. If the jumpers JL1 and JR1 are short (see fig. 1), both front panel and rear panel audio connectors can work. 2. If both jumper caps on JL1 and JR1 are removed (see fig. 2), only front panel audio works. However, it requires your front panel to support the function.

Clear CMOS CLRCMOS0

(see p.7 item 10)

2-pin jumper

Note: CLRCMOS0 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord, then use a jumper cap to short the pins on CLRCMOS0 for 3 seconds. Please remember to remove the jumper cap after clearing the CMOS.

2.8 Connectors

Connectors are NOT jumpers. DO NOT place jumper caps over these connectors. Connector Figure Description FDD connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) Red marking FLOPPY1 Pin1 (see p.7 item 14) Note: Match the red marking on the floppy ribbon cable with Pin1. Primary IDE connector (Blue) (39-pin IDE1, see p.7 item 8)
Secondary IDE connector (Black) (39-pin IDE2, see p.7 item 9)
connect the blue end to the motherboard
connect the black end to the IDE devices
80-Pin ATA 100 cable Note: To optimize compatibility and performance, please connect your hard disk drive to the primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) and CD-ROM to the secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black). USB 2.0 header (9-pin USB45) (see p.7 item 13)
1 GND P+4 P-4 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-5 P+5 GND DUMMY
ASRock I/OTM provides you two default USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel. If the USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel are not sufficient, you may use this USB 2.0 header to attach two additional USB 2.0 ports. This connector supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, or MPEG card.
Infrared module connector (5-pin IR1) (see p.7 item 18) Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1) (CD1: see p.7 item 27) (AUX1: see p.7 item 26)

IRTX +5V DUMMY

GND IRRX

CD-L GND GND CD-R

AUX-L GND GND AUX-R
Front panel audio connector (9-pin AUDIO1) (see p.7 item 25)
GND +5VA BACKOUT-R BACKOUT-L
1 AUD-OUT-L GND AUD-OUT-R MIC-POWER MIC
This is an interface for the front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices.
System panel connector (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.7 item 15)

PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND

DUMMY RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+
This connector accommodates several system front panel functions.
External speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER 1) (see p.7 item 16) Chassis fan connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.7 item 17) CPU fan connector (3-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7 item 2) ATX power connector (20-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7 item 7)

SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY +5V

This connector allows you to attach to an external speaker.

GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED

Connect the fan cable to the connector matching the black wire to the ground pin. Connect the fan cable to the connector matching the black wire to the ground pin. Connect an ATX power supply to the connector.

CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V GND

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility

This section explains how to use the BIOS Setup Utility to configure your system. The BIOS FWH chip on the motherboard stores the BIOS Setup Utility. You may run the BIOS Setup when you start up the computer. Please press <F2> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the BIOS Setup Utility, otherwise, POST will continue with its test routines. If you wish to enter the BIOS Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You may also restart the system by turning the system off and then back on. The BIOS Setup Utility is designed to be user-friendly. It is a menu-driven program, which allows you to scroll through its various sub-menus and select among the predetermined choices. Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following BIOS setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar

The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: MAIN Sets up the basic system configuration ADVANCED Sets up the advanced features SECURITY Sets up the security features POWER Configures Power Management features BOOT Configures the default system device that is used to locate and load the Operating System EXIT Exits the current menu or the BIOS Setup To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

3.1.2 Legend Bar

At the bottom of the Setup Screen is a legend bar. The following table lists the keys in the legend bar with their corresponding functions.
Navigation Key(s) <F1> <ESC> / / + / <Enter> <F9> <F10>

Function Description Displays the General Help Screen Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the upper menu from the current menu Moves cursor up or down between fields Selects menu to the left or right Increases or decreases values Brings up a selected menu for a highlighted field Loads all the setup items to default value Saves changes and exits Setup

3.2 Main Menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the following screen appears.

Advanced

Security
AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a Boot Power Exit

[ Setup Help ]

System Date System Time Floppy Drives IDE Devices BIOS Version Processor Type Processor Speed Cache Size Microcode Update Total Memory DDR1 DDR2

May Thu 20:07:40

Month: Jan - Dec Day: 01 - 31 Year: 1980 - 2099
P4i45D BIOS P1.00 Pentium(R) 4 CPU 2400 MHz 512 KB F24 / MB 128 MB / 133 MHz (DDR266) None

F1:Help Esc:Exit

:Select Item :Select Menu
+/-:Change Values Enter:Select Sub-Menu
F9:Setup Defaults F10:Save & Exit
System Date [Month/Day/Year] Set the system date that you specify. Valid values for month, day, and year are Month: (Jan to Dec), Day: (1 to 31), Year: (up to 2099). Use keys to move between the Month, Day, and Year fields. System Time [Hour:Minute:Second] Set the system to the time that you specify. Use keys to move between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields. Floppy Drives Use this to set the type of floppy drives installed. IDE Devices Use this to configure IDE devices.
TYPE To set the type of the IDE device, first, please select IDE Devices on Main menu and press <Enter> to get into the sub-menu. Then, select among Primary IDE Master, Primary IDE Slave, Secondary IDE Master, and Secondary IDE Slave to make configuration of its type. Below are the configuration options.
AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Primary IDE Master [ Setup Help ] Auto Select how to set the parameters of drive, Or Select [AUTO] to set all HDD parameters automatically. On On Auto On Auto
Type Cylinders Heads Write Precompensation Sectors Maximum Capacity LBA Mode Block Mode Fast Programmed I/O Modes 32 Bit Transfer Mode Ultra DMA Mode
F1:Help Esc:Previous Menu

:Select Item

[USER]: It allows user to manually enter the number of cylinders, heads, and sectors per track for the drive. 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. [Auto]: Select [Auto] to automatically detect hard disk drive. If autodetection is successful, the BIOS Setup automatically fills in the correct values for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the autodetection fails, it may due to that the hard disk is too old or too new. If the hard disk was already formatted on an older system, the BIOS Setup may detect incorrect parameters. In these cases, select [User] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters. After entering the hard disk information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format the new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write the data into or read the data from the installed hard disk. Please make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to make them active.

[CD/DVD]: This is used for IDE CD/DVD drives. [ARMD]: This is used for IDE ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device), such as MO. Cylinders This is used to configure the number of cylinders. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value. Heads This is used to configure the number of read/write heads. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct values. Write Pre-compensation Enter Write Pre-compensation sector. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value. Sectors This is used to configure the number of sectors per track. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value. Maximum Capacity This field shows the drives maximum capacity as calculated by the BIOS based on the drive information you entered. LBA Mode This allows user to select the LBA mode for a hard disk > 512 MB under DOS and Windows; for Netware and UNIX user, select [Off] to disable the LBA mode. Block Mode Set the block mode to [On] will enhance hard disk performance by reading or writing more data during each transfer. Fast Programmed I/O Modes This allows user to set the PIO mode to enhance hard disk performance by optimizing the hard disk timing. 32 Bit Transfer Mode It allows user to enable 32-bit access to maximize the IDE hard disk data transfer rate. Ultra DMA Mode Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity for compatible IDE devices. Set to [Disabled] to suppress Ultra DMA capability.
3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus
Detailed descriptions of these menus are listed in the Appendix. See page 20.
Chapter 4 Software Support
4.1 Install Operating System
This motherboard supports various Microsoft Windows operating systems: 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.
4.2 Support CD Information
The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that will enhance the motherboard features.
4.2.1 Running The Support CD
To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if AUTORUN is enabled in your computer. If the Main Menu did not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder in the Support CD to display the menus.

4.2.2 Drivers Menu

The Drivers Menu shows the available devices drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.

4.2.3 Utilities Menu

The Utilities Menu shows the applications software that the motherboard supports. Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.
4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program
ASRock presents you a multimedia PC-DIY live demo, which shows you how to install your own PC system step by step. You may find the file through the following path:.\ MPEGAV \ AVSEQ01.DAT To see this demo program, you may run Microsoft Media Player to play the file.
4.2.5 Contact Information
If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome to visit ASRock website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information.
Appendix: Advanced BIOS Setup
This section will introduce you the following BIOS Setup menus: Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit.
1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu
Spread Spectrum CPU Host Frequency Actual Frequency CPU Ratio Selection SDRAM Frequency Hyper Threading Technology Chipset Configuration Resource Configuration Peripheral Configuration System Hardware Monitor
Disabled Auto 100MHz Locked 133MHz < DDR266 > Auto
<Enter> to enable or disable the feature of spread spectrum.
Spread Spectrum: This field should always be [Disabled] for better system stability. CPU Host Frequency: This shows current CPU host frequency of the installed motherboard. CPU Ratio Selection: CPU Ratio is the multiple that times the frontside bus frequency will equal the core speed of the installed processor. Whether the option is open or locked is determined by the installed processor. SDRAM Frequency: If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assigns appropriate frequency automatically. You can also select other value as operating frequency: [200MHz], [266MHz]. Hyper Threading Technology: To enable this feature, it requires a computer system with an Intel Pentium4 processor at 3.06 GHz or higher and an operating system that includes optimization for this technology, such as Microsoft Windows XP. Set to [Auto] if using Microsoft Windows XP, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher.

Chipset Configuration:

Chipset Configuration [ Setup Help ] <Enter> to select the size of mapped memory for graphics data.
AGP Aperture Size ICH Delayed Transaction USB Controller USB Device Legacy Support SDRAM CAS# Latency CPU Thermal Throttling DRAM Thermal Management AGP / PCI Frequency
64MB Disabled Enabled Disabled Auto Disabled Disabled 67.2MHz, 33.6MHz
AGP Aperture Size: It refers to a section of the PCI memory address range used for graphics memory. We recommend that you leave this field at the default value unless your AGP card requires other sizes. ICH Delayed Transaction: Select [Enabled] will enable delayed transactions for internal register, FWH, and LPC interface accesses. USB Controller: Use this to enable or disable the use of USB controller. USB Device Legacy Support: Use this to enable or disable support to emulate legacy I/O devices such as mouse, keyboard,. etc. SDRAM CAS# Latency: This parameter controls the latency between the read command and the time the data available. CPU Thermal Throttling: Select [Enabled] will enable P4 thermal control circuit to keep CPU from overheated. DRAM Thermal Management: Select [Enabled] will reduce the temperature of North Bridge and DRAM. AGP/PCI Frequency: You may select among four sets of configuration options as the AGP/PCI frequency. The default value is [67.2MHz, 33.6MHz], and other configuration options are: [72.0MHz, 36.0MHz], [64.0MHz, 32.0MHz], [76.0MHz, 38.4MHz].

Resource Configuration:

Resource Configuration [ Setup Help ]
PCI Latency Timer (PCI Clocks) Primary Graphics Adapter

32 AGP

<Enter> to select PCI clocks. Leave on default setting for the best PCI performance.
PCI Latency Timer (PCI Clocks): The default is 32. We recommend you to keep the default value unless your PCI expansion cards specifications require other settings. Primary Graphics Adapter: Select PCI or AGP as the primary graphics adapter. Peripheral Configuration:
Peripheral Configuration [ Setup Help ] <Enter> to enable or disable the floppy drive controller.
OnBoard FDC OnBoard Serial Port OnBoard Infrared Port OnBoard Parallel Port Parallel Port Mode EPP Version Parallel Port IRQ Parallel Port DMA Channel OnBoard Midi Port Midi IRQ Select OnBoard Game Port OnBoard IDE OnBoard LAN OnBoard AC' 97 Audio
Auto Auto Disabled Auto ECP+EPP 1.9 Auto Auto Disabled 5 200H Both Enabled Auto
OnBoard FDC: Use this to enable or disable floppy drive controller. OnBoard Serial Port: Use this to set addresses for the onboard serial ports or disable serial ports. Configuration options: [Auto], [Disabled], [3F8 / IRQ4 / COM1], [2F8 / IRQ3 / COM2], [3E8 / IRQ4 / COM3], [2E8 / IRQ3 / COM4]. OnBoard Infrared Port: You may select [Auto] or [Disabled] for this onboard infrared port feature.
OnBoard Parallel Port: Select Parallel Port address or disable Parallel Port. Configuration options: [Auto], [Disabled], [378], [278]. Parallel Port Mode: Set the operation mode of the parallel port. The default value is [ECP+EPP]. If this option is set to [ECP+EPP], it will show the EPP version in the following item, EPP Version. OnBoard Midi Port: Select address for Midi Port or disable Midi Port. Configuration options: [Disabled], [330], [300], [290], [292]. Midi IRQ Select: Use this to select Midi IRQ. Configuration options: [3], [4], [5], [7], [10], [11]. OnBoard Game Port: Select address for Game Port or disable Game Port. Configuration options: [Disabled], [200h], [208h]. OnBoard IDE: You may enable either the primary IDE channel or the secondary IDE channel. Or you may enable both the primary and the secondary IDE channels by selecting [Both]. Set to [Disabled] will disable the both. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Primary], [Secondary], [Both]. OnBoard LAN: This allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN feature. OnBoard AC97 Audio: Select [Disabled], [Auto] or [Enabled] for the onboard AC97 Audio feature. System Hardware Monitor: You may check the status of the hardware on your system. It allows you to monitor the parameters for CPU temperature, Motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, and critical voltage.
System Hardware Monitor [ Setup Help ]
CPU Temperature M / B Temperature CPU FAN Speed Chassis FAN Speed Vcore + 3.30V + 5.00V + 12.00V
35 C / 95 F 27 C / 82 F 3110 RPM 0 RPM 1.72 V 3.31 V 4.97 V 12.16 V

2. Security Setup Menu

Supervisor Password User Password Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Password Check
Clear Clear [ Enter ] [ Enter ] Setup
[ Setup Help ] <Enter> to set the supervisor password.
Supervisor Password: This field shows the status of the Supervisor Password. [Clear]: No password has been set. [Set]: Supervisor password has been set. User Password: This field shows the status of the User Password. [Clear]: No password has been set. [Set]: User password has been set. Set Supervisor Password: Press <Enter> to set the Supervisor Password. Valid password can be a 1 to 6 alphanumeric characters combination. If you already have a password, you need to enter your current password first in order to create a new password. Set User Password: Press <Enter> to set the User Password. Valid password can be a 1 to 6 alphanumeric characters combination. If you already have a password, you need to enter your current password first in order to create a new password. Password Check: Select the check point for Password Check. Configuration options: [Setup], [Always]. If [Setup] option is selected, the Password Check is performed before BIOS setup. If [Always] option is selected, the Password Check is performed before both boot-up and BIOS setup.

3. Power Setup Menu

Suspend To RAM Repost Video on STR Resume Restore on AC / Power Loss Ring-In Power On PCI Devices Power On PS / 2 Keyboard Power On RTC Alarm Power On RTC Alarm Date RTC Alarm Hour RTC Alarm Minute RTC Alarm Second
Disabled Disabled Power Off Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Every Day 30
<Enter> to select auto-detect or disable the Suspend-to-RAM feature.
Suspend to RAM: This field allows you to select whether to auto-detect or disable the Suspend-to-RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the system supports it. Repost Video on STR Resume: This feature allows you to repost video on STR resume. It is recommended to enable this feature under Microsoft Windows 98 / ME. Restore on AC/Power Loss: This allows you to set the power state after an unexpected AC/power loss. If [Power Off] is selected, the AC/power remains off when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC/power resumes and the system starts to boot up when the power recovers. Ring-In Power On: Use this to enable or disable Ring-in signals to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode. PCI Devices Power On: Use this to enable or disable PCI devices to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode. PS/2 Keyboard Power On: Use this to enable or disable PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode. RTC Alarm Power On: Use this to enable or disable RTC (Real Time Clock) to power on the system. If [Enable] is selected, you must fill the RTC Alarm Date / Hour / Minute / Second sub-fields with the actual wake up time you desire.

4. Boot Setup Menu

Quick Boot Mode Boot Up Num-Lock Boot To OS/2 Boot From Network Boot Device Priority

Setup Help

Disabled On No Disabled
<Enter> to enable or disable the quick boot mode.
Quick Boot Mode: Enable this mode will speed up the boot-up routine by skipping memory retestings. Boot Up Num-Lock: If this is enabled, it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock function after boot-up. Boot To OS/2: This enables boot-up to OS/2 operating system. Boot From Network: Use this to enable or disable boot from network feature. Boot Device Priority: This allows you to set the boot device priority.

5. Exit Menu

[ [ [ [
Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Default Settings Discard Changes

Enter Enter Enter Enter

] ] ] ]
[ Setup Help ] Exits and saves the changes in CMOS RAM.
Exit Saving Changes: After you enter the sub-menu, the message Save current settings and exit will appear. If you press <ENTER>, it will save the current settings and exit the BIOS SETUP Utility. Exit Discarding Changes: After you enter the submenu, the message Quit without saving changes will appear. If you press <ENTER>, you will exit the BIOS Setup Utility without making any changes to the settings. Load Default Settings: After you enter the submenu, the message Load default settings will appear. If you press <Enter>, it will load the default values for all the setup configuration. Discard Changes: After you enter the sub-menu, the message Load setup original values will appear. If you press <ENTER>, original values will be restored and all changes are discarded.