Motherboard

IPILP-AR
E3030 First Edition V1 January 2007

Checklist

Contents
IPILP-AR specifications summary... iii 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Motherboard layout... 1. Central Processing Unit (CPU).. 2 2.1 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). 2 2.2 Installing the CPU... 3 System memory... 5 3.1 Memory configurations... 5 3.2 Installing a DIMM.. 6 3.3 Removing a DIMM... 6 Expansion slots... 7. Jumper.... 8 Connectors... 10 6.1 Rear panel connectors.. 10 6.2 Internal connectors... 12
IPILP-AR specifications summary
CPU. Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Intel socket LGA775 Conroe/ Celeron processor 2006FMB (TDP=65W) Nortbridge: Intel 945G GMCH Southbridge: Intel ICH7DH 1066/800/533 MHz Dual channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 2 GB non ECC 1.8V DDR SD RAM (Register DIMM is not supported) 1 x PCI Express x 16 Graphics connector 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x VGA port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x audio ports support 8-channel High Definition Audio 8 x USB 2.0 ports support hot-plug function 1 x S/PDIF Out port 1 x 24-pin ATX Micro-Fit power connector 2 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x IEEE 1394a connector 8 x USB 2.0 connectors 1 x System fan connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Front headphone connector 1 x System panel connector Southbridge supports: Support Ultra DMA 300 Serial ATA Device Support HD Audio codec that includes line-in, line-out (8 Channel), microphone-in, SPDIF Realtek Audio Codec ALC888 Intel 82562GT (Ekron-GT) 10/100Mbps Ethernet PHY (48-pin SSOP) Agere LFW3226 with 1 ports PHY Award Code Base 8MB SPI Flash HP BIOS with Enhanced ACPI, DMI, Green, PnP Features Plus Mini-ITX Variant Form Factor: 190mm x 173mm
Expansion slot Rear panel

Internal connectors

Storage Audio
LAN IEEE 1394 BIOS feature

Form factor

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Motherboard layout

17.3cm (6.8in)
PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard

SYS_FAN1

ATXPWR1

CLEAR P.W CLEAR CMOS

SPDIF_OUT1 SPDIF1

LGA775

DDR2 DIMM2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM1 (64 bit,240-pin module)

FRONT_USB1 SATA1 SATA2

1394_USB1

LAN_USB1

AUDIO1

Agere LFW3226

Intel ICH7DH PCIEX1

ALC888

Intel 945G

F_AUDIO1

8MB SPI Flash

F_PANEL1

ASUS IPILP-AR

19.3cm (7.5in)

FRONT_USB2
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel Core2 DUO, Celeron D and Conroe-L processors.
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)

The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST. Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EIST feature.

System requirements

Before using EIST, check your system if it meets the following requirements: Intel Yonah Mobile processor with EIST support BIOS file with EIST support Operating system with EIST support (Windows XP SP2/Windows Server 2003 SP1/Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions)

Using the EIST

To use the EIST feature: 1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup. 2. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration,then press <Enter>. 3. Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to [Automatic], then press <Enter>. 4. Press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup. 5. After the computer restarts, right click on a blank space on the desktop, then select Properties from the pop-up menu. 6. When the Display Properties window appears, click the Screen Saver tab. 7. Click the Power button on the Monitor power section to open the Power Options Properties window.

8. 9.

On the Power schemes section, click , then select any option except Home/Office Desktop or Always On. Click Apply, then click OK. After you adjust the power scheme, the CPU internal frequency slightly decreases when the CPU loading is low.
The screen displays and procedures may vary depending on the operating system.
10. Close the Display Properties window.

Installing the CPU

Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

To install a CPU:

IPILP-AR CPU Socket 775
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left.
Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab.

Retention tab Load lever

PnP cap
This side of the socket box should face you.
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. ASUS IPILP-AR
Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135 angle.
Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100 angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B).

Load plate Alignment key

Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottomleft corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch.
CPU notch Gold triangle mark
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.

The motherboard supports Intel LGA775 processors with the Intel Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. ASUS IPILP-AR

System memory

The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets:

DIMM1 DIMM2

IPILP-AR 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets

Memory configurations

You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered nonECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
Installing DIMMs other than the recommended configurations may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Use any of the recommended configurations on the next page. In Dual-channel configurations, install only identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM pairs for each channel. Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency; otherwise, the system may run at a lower frequency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. When both sockets are populated with 2 GB DIMMs (total 4 GB), the system may detect only 3583 MB due to the Southbridge resource allocation. Make sure that the memory frequency matches the CPU FSB. Refer to the next page for configurations.

Installing a DIMM

Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
To install a DIMM: 1. 2. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket.

DDR DIMM notch

Unlocked retaining clip
A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

Locked retaining clip

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

Expansion slots

The motherboard has one PCI slot. To install and configure an expansion card: 1. 2. 3. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables below. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the card documentation.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
PCIE slot 1 Onboard LAN Onboard 1394 controller A B C D shared E used F
This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure above shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. This motherboard supports an ASUS R-DVI-ADD2 card for DVI output. The figure below shows an R-DVI-ADD2 card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot.

Jumper

Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 2-3 (Normal) to pins 1-2 (Clear CMOS). Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 2-3. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap from the default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

CLEAR CMOS

Clear CMOS

Normal (Default)

IPILP-AR Clear RTC RAM

2.

Clear password (3-pin CLPWD) This jumper allows you to clear the password if you forgot your password. To erase the password: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 2-3 (Normal) to pins 1-2 (Clear Password). 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. After the computer boots up, turn OFF the computer. 5. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 to pins 2-3. 6. Hold down the <F1> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to verify that the password has been cleared.

CLEAR P.W

Clear Password
IPILP-AR Clear password setting

Connectors

Rear panel connectors
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. Line In port (light blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player or other audio sources. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration
Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray
Headset/ 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Line In Line Out Mic In - - - Line In Line In Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Mic In - Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out - - Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out
10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2, 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 11. VGA Graphic Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 12. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 13. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

These connectors are for an ATX Micro-Fit power supply. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the +12V lead and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB). The minimum recommended wattage is 108W(only) for a fully configured system. The system can become unstable and might experience difficulty powering up if the power supply is inadequate. You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices.
+3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +5V Standby +12 Volts +12 Volts +3 Volts
This section describes and illustrates the internal connectors on the motherboard. 1. ATX Micro-Fit power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1)
IPILP-AR.ATX power connector
USB connectors (9-1 pin F_USB1/2) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.

FRONT_USB1

V_FP_USBPWR USB_FP_P0USB_FP_P0+ GND
V_FP_USBPWR0 USB_FP_P2USB_FP_P2+ GND V_FP_USBPWR0 USB_FP_P32USB_FP_P3+ GND NC
IPILP-AR USB 2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 12 ASUS IPILP-AR
+3 Volts -12 Volts Ground PSON# Ground Ground Ground -5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground
V_FP_USBPWR USB_FP_P1USB_FP_P1+ GND
Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives.
GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND
GND RSATA_TXP0 RSATA_TXN0 GND RSATA_RXP0 RSATA_RXN0 GND

IPILP-AR SATA connectors

Install the Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA. When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 connector.
4. Front headphone connector (10-1 pin F_AUDIO1) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel headphone port.

LIN2_RTU AUD_DET# AUDIO_GND
IPILP-AR Front audio connector

LIN2_L SENSE_B LIN2_R_C

5. System fan connectors (3-pin SYS_FAN1) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 740 mA (8.88 W max.) or a total of 1 A~2.22 A (26.64 W max.) at +12 V. Connect the fan cable to the fan connector on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow within the system can damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!

GND +12v Rotation PWN

IPILP-AR SYS fan connector
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT2) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

SPDIF1

Ground SPDIFOUT +5V
IPILP-AR Digital audio connector
System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL1) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

PWR LED PWR BTN

F_PANEL
IPILP-AR System panel connector

HD LED RESET

System power LED (2-pin PWR LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. Hard disk drive activity (2-pin HD LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWR BTN) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system ON or puts the system in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power.
HDLED+ HDLEDGround Reset NC

PLED+ PLEDPWR GND