P4i45G / P4i45GL / P4i45GV User Manual
Version 1.1 Published January 2003 Copyright2003 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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Contents

1 Introduction... 4
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 Package Contents... Specifications... Motherboard Layout (P4i45G).. Motherboard Layout (P4i45GL).. Motherboard Layout (P4i45GV). ASRock I/OT M (P4i45G / P4i45GL / P4i45GV).. Screw Holes... Pre-installation Precautions.. CPU Installation.. Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan.. Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM).. Expansion Slots... Jumpers Setup.. Connectors... 29

2 Installation.. 12

3 BIOS Setup.. 18
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.. 3. 4. 5. Advanced Menu... Security Menu.. Power Menu... Boot Menu... Exit Menu...

4 Software Support.. 22

Appendix: Advanced BIOS Setup. 23

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock P4i45G / P4i45GL / P4i45GV 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 23 offers more advanced BIOS setup information. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com

1.1 Package Contents

ASRock P4i45G or P4i45GL or P4i45GV motherboard (Micro ATX form factor: 9.6" x 9.6", 24.4 x 24.4 cm) ASRock P4i45G / P4i45GL / P4i45GV Quick Installation Guide ASRock Intel-Intel 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 COM port bracket

1.2 Specifications

Platform: CPU: Chipsets: Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 9.6", 24.4 x 24.4 cm) Socket 478 for Intel Pentium 4 / Celeron processor North Bridge on P4i45G motherboard: Intel 845G chipsets, standard FSB 533 MHz, Max. 800 MHz (see NOTE on page 7), supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1); North Bridge on P4i45GL motherboard: Intel 845GL chipsets, standard FSB 400 MHz (see CAUTION 2), Max. 533 MHz (see NOTE on page 7); North Bridge on P4i45GV motherboard: Intel 845GV chipsets, standard FSB 533 MHz, supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1); South Bridge: Intel ICH4 Clock Generator: 100 MHz - 248MHz Memory: 2 slots for DDR: DIMM1 and DIMM2 (PC1600/ PC2100), Max. 2GB; 2 slots for SDR: DIMM3 and DIMM4 (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 PCI 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 3); Chassis temperature sensing; Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore; CPU fan tachometer; Chassis fan tachometer PCI slots: 3 slots with PCI Specification 2.2 AGP slot (only on P4i45G Motherboard): 1 AGP slot, supports 1.5V, 4X AGP card (see CAUTION 4) AMR slot: 1 slot, supports ASRock MR card (optional) USB 2.0: 4 default USB 2.0 ports and 1 extra set of header for 2 additional USB 2.0 ports upgrade (see CAUTION 5) PS/2: 1 keyboard port / 1 mouse port; ASRock I/OTM: 1 RJ 45 port; 4 rear default USB 2.0 ports; 1 VGA port; 1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support; Audio Jack: Line Out/ Line In/ Microphone + 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 6) Microsoft Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant

CAUTION!

1. About the setting of Hyper Threading Technology, please check page 23. 2. If the installed CPU runs with the front side bus frequency at 533 MHz on P4i45GL motherboard, it will only support DDR 266. 3. 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. 4. Do NOT use 3.3V AGP card on P4i45Gs AGP slot! It may cause permanent damage! 5. 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 6. Although P4i45G / P4i45GL / P4i45GV offers stepless control, it is not recommended to perform over clocking. When the CPU frequency of P4i45G / P4i45GL / P4i45GV is set to perform over clocking, other clocks, such as PCI clock, AGP clock, and Memory clock will also be overclocked proportionally. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU and the motherboard.
P4i45G and P4i45GL may be fine tuned to support higher CPU front side bus frequencies on certain conditions. Please refer to the table below for the details. CPU FSB 800 MHz 533 MHz Configuration Note 1. Set the FSB jumper to TEST mode (see page 15). 2. Only support 1 DDR 333 memory module. P4i45GL Only support DDR 266 memory module.

P4i45G

Since the memory types are changing rapidly, please visit ASRock website (http://www.asrock.com/support/index.htm) for the latest memory support list.
1.3 Motherboard Layout (P4i45G)

24.4cm (9.6 in)

1 PS2_USB_PWR1

CPU_FAN1

Keyboard

PARALLEL PORT

ATX PWR1

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)

GAME AUDIO1 GAME AUDIO1

Line out

Line in In

Mic Mic in In

IDE2 IDE1

PCI LAN

AUDIO1

CMOS Battery

Audio CODEC

Intel ICH4

CLRCMOS0

CHA_FAN1

SPEAKER1

Intel 845G Chipset

Super I/O

FLOPPY1

2MB BIOS

5.1CH USB2.0

PANEL 1

PWRBTN

ATX power connector (ATXPWR1) CPU socket CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) North Bridge controller 184-pin DDR DIMM slots (Blue) 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slots (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) USB 2.0 header (USB45) Infrared module connector (IR1)
External speaker connector (SPEAKER1) South Bridge controller Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS0, 2-pin jumper) PCI slots (PCI 1- 3) AUDIO CODEC Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1) PCI LAN PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper Internal audio connector: AUX1(white) Internal audio connector: CD1 (black) Serial port connector (COM1) AMR slot (AMR1) CPU heatsink retention module FSB jumper (FSB) AGP slot (AGP1)
1.4 Motherboard Layout (P4i45GL)

Intel 845GL Chipset

P4i45GL
External speaker connector (SPEAKER1) South Bridge controller Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS0, 2-pin jumper) PCI slots (PCI 1- 3) AUDIO CODEC Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1) PCI LAN PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper Internal audio connector: AUX1(white) Internal audio connector: CD1 (black) Serial port connector (COM1) AMR slot (AMR1) CPU heatsink retention module FSB jumper (FSB)
1.5 Motherboard Layout (P4i45GV)

Mic in In

Intel 845GV Chipset

P4i45GV

1.6 ASRock I/O TM (P4i45G / P4i45GL / P4i45GV)
Parallel Port RJ-45 Port Game Port Microphone (Pink) Line In (Light Blue)
Line Out (Lime) USB 2.0 Ports VGA Port PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple) PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)

Chapter 2 Installation

P4i45G / P4i45GL / P4i45GV is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 9.6", 24.4 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. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. 2. 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.

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 FSB
(see p.8 item 28) (for P4i45G motherboard only)

NORMAL

Setting

2_3 TEST

Description NORMAL (short pin1, pin2) is the default setting for the FSB jumper. TEST (short pin2, pin3) is the setting for the over clocking of CPU frequency.

PS2_USB_PWR1

(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 22)
Short pin2, pin3 to enable +5VSB (standby) for PS/2 +5V +5VSB or USB wake up events. Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by power supply.

1_2 2_3

Clear CMOS CLRCMOS0
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 17)
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 FDD connector (33-pin FLOPPY1)
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 10)

Figure

Description

Red marking

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.8/p.9/p.10 item 7) (39-pin IDE2, see p.8/p.9/p.10 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 header (9-pin USB45)
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 13)
1 GND P+4 P-4 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-5 P+5 GND DUMMY
ASRock I/OTM already provided 4 default USB ports If the 4-USB ports on the rear panel are not sufficient, an USB header is available for 2 additional USB 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.8/p.9/p.10 item 14)

IRTX +5V DUMMY

GND IRRX
Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1)
(CD1: see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 24) (AUX1: see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 23)
CD-R GND GND CD-L AUX-R GND GND AUX-L
Front panel audio connector (9-pin AUDIO1)
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 20)
GND +5VA BACKOUT-R BACKOUT-L
This is an interface for front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices.
AUD-OUT-L DUMMY AUD-OUT-R MIC-POWER MIC
System panel connector (9-pin PANEL1)
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 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.8/p.9/p.10 item 15)

SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY +5V

This connector allows you to attach to an external speaker. 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.
Chassis fan connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1)
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 9)

GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED

CPU fan connector (3-pin CPU_FAN1)
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 3)

GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED

ATX power connector (20-pin ATXPWR1)
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 1)
Serial port connector (9-pin COM1)
(see p.8/p.9/p.10 item 25)
RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1
This COM1 header supports a serial port module.
RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1

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 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.
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

Setup Help

Jan Wed 20:07:40
Month: Jan - Dec Day: 01 - 31 Year: 1980 - 2099
P4I45G BIOS P1.00 Pentium (R) 4 Family CPU 2100 MHz 512 KB F23 / MB + 1 MB Share Memory 128 MB / 133 MHz (DDR 266) 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 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. 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 of the hard disk drive that you configured. Below are the configuration options.
AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Primary IDE Master: [ Auto Setup Help ]
Type Cylinders Heads Write Precompensation Sectors Maximum Capacity LBA Mode Block Mode Fast Programmed I/O Modes 32 Bit Transfer Mode Ultra DMA Mode
Select how to set the parameters of drive, Or Select [AUTO] to set all HDD parameters automatically.

Off Off Auto Off Auto

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 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 (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 23.
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 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 visit 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 Disabled 133MHz Locked Auto 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 (for P4i45G / P4i45GV only): 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. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Hyper-Threading Technology.

Chipset Configuration:

Chipset Configuration [ Setup Help ]
AGP Aperture Size ICH Delayed Transaction USB Controller USB Device Legacy Support DRAM CAS Latency
32MB Disabled Disabled Disabled Auto
<Enter> to select the size of mapped memory for graphics data.
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. DRAM CAS Latency: This is used to adjust the means of memory accessing. Resource Configuration:
Resource Configuration [ Setup Help ]
PCI Latency Timer (PCI Clocks) Primary Graphics Adapter

32 AGP / PCI

<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: This allows you to select [Internal VGA], or [AGP], or [PCI] as the primary graphics adapter. Peripheral Configuration:
Peripheral Configuration [ Setup Help ]
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 OnBoard MC' 97 Modem
Auto Auto Auto Auto Normal N/A Auto N/A Disabled 5 Disabled Disabled Disabled Auto Disabled
<Enter> to enable or disable the floppy drive controller.
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. OnBoard Game Port: Select address for Game Port or disable Game Port. Configuration options: [Disabled], [200H], [208H],. 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 the onboard LAN feature.

OnBoard AC97 Audio: Select whether to enable or disable the onboard AC97 Audio feature. OnBoard MC97 Modem: Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the onboard MC97 Modem 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.
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 1.728 V 3.312 V 4.975 V 12.167 V

2. Security Setup Menu

Supervisor Password User Password Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Password Check
Clear Clear [ Enter ] [ Enter ] Setup
<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 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 p assword. 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> Repost Video on S3 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 00
Set the power state after an unexpected AC / Power loss.
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. 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

Disabled Off 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. All changes are discarded.

P4i45GL P4i45GV

User Manual
Version 3.0 Published July 2003 Copyright2003 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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Contents

1 Introduction.. 4
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 Package Contents... Specifications... Motherboard Layout (P4i45GL).. Motherboard Layout (P4i45GV).. ASRock I/OTM (P4i45GL / P4i45GV).. Screw Holes.. Pre-installation Precautions.. CPU Installation... Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan.. Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM). Expansion Slots.. Jumpers Setup... Connectors... 28 29

2 Installation.. 11

3 BIOS Setup.. 17
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.. 21

Appendix... 22

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock P4i45GL / P4i45GV 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 22 offers more advanced BIOS setup information. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You may find the latest memory and CPU support lists on ASRock website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com

1.1 Package Contents

ASRock P4i45GL or P4i45GV motherboard (Micro ATX form factor: 9.6" x 7.0", 24.4 x 17.8 cm) ASRock P4i45GL / P4i45GV Quick Installation Guide ASRock Intel-Intel 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 COM port bracket

1.2 Specifications

Platform: CPU: Chipsets: Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 7.0", 24.4 x 17.8 cm) Socket 478 for Intel Pentium 4 / Celeron processor North Bridge (P4i45GL): Intel 845GL chipsets, standard FSB 400MHz (see CAUTION 1), Max. 533 MHz (at overclocking mode, see CAUTION 2); North Bridge (P4i45GV): Intel 845GV chipsets, standard FSB 533 MHz, supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 3); South Bridge: Intel ICH4 Intel Extreme Graphics, Max. 64MB VRAM P4i45GL: 2 DDR DIMM slots, DDR DIMM1 and DDR DIMM2 supports PC1600 (DDR200) / PC2100 (DDR266), Max. 2GB; P4i45GV: 2 DDR DIMM slots, DDR DIMM1 and DDR DIMM2 supports PC2100 (DDR266) / PC2700 (DDR333), Max. 2GB (see CAUTION 4) 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 2 floppy disk drives Audio: 5.1 channels AC97 Audio PCI LAN (Optional): Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing (ASRock U-COP); Chassis temperature sensing; CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life (ASRock U-COP) (see CAUTION 5); Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore; CPU fan tachometer; Chassis fan tachometer PCI slots: 2 slots with PCI Specification 2.2 AMR slot: 1 slot, supports ASRock MR card (Optional) USB 2.0: 4 default USB 2.0 ports and 1 extra set of header for 2 additional USB 2.0 ports upgrade (see CAUTION 6) ASRock I/OTM: PS/2: 1 keyboard port / 1 mouse port; 1 RJ 45 port; 4 rear default USB 2.0 ports; 1 VGA port; 1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support; Audio Jack: Line Out/ Line In/ Microphone + Game port VGA: Memory:

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 7) Microsoft Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant

CAUTION!

1. P4i45GL motherboard may be fine tuned to support higher CPU bus frequencies on certain condition. Please refer to NOTE on page 7 for the details. 2. If the installed CPU runs with the FSB frequency at 533MHz on P4i45GL motherboard, it will support PC2100(DDR266) and PC2800(DDR350). 3. About the setting of Hyper Threading Technology, please check page 22. 4. P4i45GV motherboard will support PC2700(DDR333) when the installed CPU runs with the FSB frequency at 533MHz. 5. 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. 6. 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/whdc/hwdev/bus/USB/USB2support.mspx
7. Although P4i45GL / P4i45GV offers stepless control,it is not recommended to perform over clocking. When the CPU frequency of P4i45GL / P4i45GV is set to perform over clocking, other clocks, such as PCI clock and Memory clock will also be overclocked proportionally. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU and the motherboard.
P4i45GL may be fine tuned to support higher CPU front side bus frequencies on certain condition. Please refer to the table below for the details. CPU FSB 533 MHz Configuration Note 1. It supports DDR266 memory module at both DDR DIMM1 and DIMM2. 2. It supports DDR350 memory module ONLY at DDR DIMM1. 3. To support DDR350, please set DDR350 in BIOS DRAM Frequency. 4. It supports CL=2 and CL=2.5 only.

P4i45GL

The Recommended Memory Modules list for P4i45GL motherboard. FSB 533MHz / DDR350 Mode

DRAM VENDOR TWINMOS TWINMOS TWINMOS TWINMOS ADATA ADATA ADATA KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGSTON KINGSTON MICRON MICRON INFINEON INFINEON SIZE (MB) 256 TYPE CELL VENDOR TWINMOS TWINMOS TWINMOS M.TEC WINBOND WINBOND ADATA KINGMAX KINGMAX MOSEL INFINEON MICRON MICRON INFINEON INFINEON SAMSUNG SAMSUNG CELL NO. SINGLE SIDE / DOUBLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE DOUBLE SIDE DOUBLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE DOUBLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE DOUBLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE DOUBLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE SINGLE SIDE
DDR333 DDR400 DDR400 DDR400 DDR400 DDR400 DDR400 DDR400 DDR400 DDR333 DDR333 DDR333 DDR400 DDR400 DDR400 DDR333 DDR333
TMD7608F8E60B TMD7608F8E50B TMB7608F8E50B TTD7608F8E50B 424764800 W942508BH-5 ADD8608A8A-4.5B KDL388P4EA-50 KDL388P4EA-50 V58C2256804SAT6 HYB25D256800BT-6 46V32M8-6TC 46V16M8 HYB25D256800BT-5 HYB25D256800BT-5 K4H560838D-TCB3 K4H560838D-TCB3

TRANSCEND 256 APACER 256

Since the memory types are changing rapidly, please visit ASRock website (http://www.asrock.com/support/index.htm) for the latest recommended memory support list.
1.3 Motherboard Layout (P4i45GL)

4 17.8cm (7.0 in)

PS2_USB_PWR1

PARALLEL PORT

Keyboard

mPGA478B

LAN (optional) USB 2.0 Ports

USB 2.0 Ports

DDR1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)

24.4cm (9.6 in)

CPU_FAN1

GAME AUDIO1 GAME AUDIO1

Line out

Line in In

Mic Mic in In

Intel 845GL Chipset

AUDIO1

5.1CH USB2.0

PCI LAN

JR1 JL1

AUDIO CODEC

Super I/O

CMOS Battery

Intel ICH4

CHA_FAN1

2MB BIOS

FLOPPY1

SPEAKER1

USB45 CLRCMOS0

PLED PWRBTN

1 HDLED
CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) CPU Heatsink Retention Module 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots (DDR DIMM1- 2) Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) South Bridge Controller External Speaker Connector (SPEAKER1) Infrared Module Connector (IR1) Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS0, 2-pin jumper) Serial Port Connector (COM1) BIOS FWH Chip PCI Slots (PCI 1- 2) JR1 Jumper PCI LAN (Optional) Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)

PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper CPU Socket ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) System Panel Connector (PANEL1) USB 2.0 Header (USB45, Blue) Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1) AMR Slot (AMR1) AUDIO CODEC JL1 Jumper Front Panel Audio Connector (AUDIO1) Internal Audio Connector: AUX1 (White) North Bridge Controller

PANEL 1

IDE1 IDE2

ATXPWR1

1.4 Motherboard Layout (P4i45GV)

Intel 845GV Chipset

P4i45GV
1.5 ASRock I/O TM (P4i45GL / P4i45GV)
Parallel Port Game Port Line In (Light Blue) USB 2.0 Ports PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
RJ-45 Port (Optional) Microphone (Pink) Line Out (Lime) VGA Port PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)

Chapter 2 Installation

P4i45GL / P4i45GV is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 7.0", 24.4 x 17.8 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. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. 2. 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. 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)
P4i45GL / P4i45GV 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 AMR Slots)
There are 2 PCI slots and 1 AMR slot on P4i45GL / P4i45GV motherboard. PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI interface. AMR slot: AMR slot is used to insert an ASRock MR card (optional) with v.92 Modem functionality.
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 screws 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.8/p.9 item 2)

Setting

1_2 +5V 2_3 +5VSB

Description Short pin2, pin3 to enable

Infrared module connector (5-pin IR1)

(see p.8/p.9 item 13)

IRTX +5V DUMMY

GND IRRX

Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1)
(CD1: see p.8/p.9 item 27) (AUX1: see p.8/p.9 item 26)

AUX-L GND GND AUX-R

CD-L GND GND CD-R
Front panel audio connector (9-pin AUDIO1)

(see p.8/p.9 item 24)

GND +5VA BACKOUT-R BACKOUT-L
This is an interface for front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices.
AUD-OUT-L GND AUD-OUT-R MIC-POWER MIC
System panel connector (9-pin PANEL1)

(see p.8/p.9 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.8/p.9 item 11)

SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY +5V
This connector allows you to attach to an external speaker. 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.
Chassis fan connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1)

(see p.8/p.9 item 10)

GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED
CPU fan connector (3-pin CPU_FAN1)

(see p.8/p.9 item 1)

CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V GND
ATX power connector (20-pin ATXPWR1)

(see p.8/p.9 item 6)

Serial port connector (9-pin COM1)

(see p.8/p.9 item 17)

RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1
This COM1 header supports a serial port module.
RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1

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 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.
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

Setup Help

Jun Fri 20:07:40
Month: Jan - Dec Day: 01 - 31 Year: 1980 - 2099
P4I45GL BIOS P2.00 Pentium (R) 4 CPU 2400 MHz 512 KB F24 / MB + 1 MB Share Memory 128 MB / 133 MHz (DDR 266) 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 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 (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 22.
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 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. Please 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 visit ASRocks 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 133MHz Locked Auto 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. Hyper-Threading Technology (for P4i45GV only): To enable this feature, it requires a computer system with an Intel Pentium4 processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology 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. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology.

Chipset Configuration:

Chipset Configuration [ Setup Help ]
AGP Aperture Size Onboard VGA Share Memory ICH Delayed Transaction USB Controller USB Device Legacy Support CPU Thermal Throttling DRAM Write Throttling SDRAM CAS Latency

64MB 1MB Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Enabled Auto
<Enter> to select the size of mapped memory for graphics data.
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. OnBoard VGA Share Memory: This allows you to select the size of share memory for onboard VGA. Onboard VGA will get better resolution if larger size of share memory is selected. Please do not select [Disabled] if PCI graphics card is not inserted. 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. CPU Thermal Throttling: Select [Enabled] will enable P4 thermal control circuit to keep CPU from overheated. DRAM Write Throttling: Select [Enabled] will enable north bridge thermal management to keep it from overheated. SDRAM CAS Latency: This parameter controls the latency between the read command and the time the data available.

Resource Configuration:

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

32 PCI / Int-VGA

<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: This allows you to select [PCI / Int-VGA], or [Internal VGA] 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 OnBoard MC' 97 Modem

Auto Auto Disabled Auto ECP + EPP 1.9 Auto Auto Disabled 5 200H Both Enabled Auto 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], [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: [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 (Optional): 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. OnBoard MC97 Modem: Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the onboard MC97 Modem 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.
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 1.728 V 3.312 V 4.975 V 12.167 V

2. Security Setup Menu

Supervisor Password User Password Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Password Check
Clear Clear [ Enter ] [ Enter ] Setup
<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 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 p assword. 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 30 30
[ Setup Help ] <Enter> to select auto-detect or disable the ACPI STR 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

[ Setup Help ]
Quick Boot Mode Boot Up Num-Lock Boot To OS/2 Boot From Network Boot Device Priority

Enabled 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: Select [Yes] will enable 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.