MT16VDDT6464AG-40BC4 MT16VDDT6464AG-40BGB MT8VDDT3264AG-40BGB M368L3223FTN-CCC M368L6423FTN-CCC 77.10636.115 77.10636.11G 77.10736.11G B6U808-256M-SAMSUNG N/A MPXC22D-38KT3R MPXB62D-38KT3R NT512D64S8HB1G-5T V826632K24SCTG-D0 TS32MLD64V4F3 U24512ADWBG6H20

Legend:
Side(s): SS - Single Sided DS - Double Sided A : Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory configuration B : Supports one pair of modules inserted in two slot as Single-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendor List for this motherboard. Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors for better system performance.

1.7.3 Installing a DIMM

Follow these steps to install a DIMM. 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

Unlocked DDR DIMM

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.

Expansion slots

To install and configure an expansion card: 1. Install an expansion card following the instructions that came with the chassis. 2. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for BIOS information. 3. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables next page. 4. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the card documentation.
1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments
IRQ Priority Standard Function System Timer Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable Interrupt 3* 11 IRQ holder for PCI steering 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 Printer Port (LPT1) System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering 10* 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering 11* 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering 12* 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port Numeric Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard
PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot 4 LAN AGP slot Onboard Audio Onboard USB Onboard RAID INT A shared shared INT B shared shared shared INT C shared shared shared INT D used

Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Lack of sufficient air flow within the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!

CPU_FAN

Rotation +12V GND

CHA_FAN

GND +12V Rotation

K8V-X SE Fan connectors

6. USB header (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) If the USB ports on the rear panel are inadequate, a USB header is available for additional USB ports. Connect the USB cable of the USB 2.0 module to this header. You may install the USB module in the chassis front panel. The module has two USB 2.0 ports for connecting next generation USB peripherals such as high resolution cameras, scanners, and printers.
USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC

USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND

USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND
K8V-X SE USB 2.0 connectors
The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature.
USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC
7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) This is an interface for the front panel cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices. Be default, the pins labeled LINE OUT_R/BLINE_OUT_R and the pins LINE OUT_L/BLINE_OUT_L are shorted with jumper caps. Remove the caps only when you are connecting the front panel audio cable.

BLINE_OUT_L

BLINE_OUT_R +5VA AGND
Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2
K8V-X SE Front panel audio connector
8. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS1) This lead is for a chassis designed with intrusion detection feature. This requires an external detection mechanism such as a chassis intrusion sensor or microswitch. When you remove any chassis component, the sensor triggers and sends a high-level signal to this lead to record a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pins labeled Chassis Signal and Ground are shorted with a jumper cap. If you wish to use the chassis intrusion detection feature, remove the jumper cap from the pins.

CHASSIS1

(Default)
K8V-X SE Chassis intrusion connector

Chassis Signal GND

+5VSB_MB
9. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) These next generation connectors support the thin Serial ATA cables for primary internal storage devices. The current Serial ATA interface allows up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate, faster than the standard parallel ATA with 133MB/s (Ultra ATA/133).

The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only. What you see on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown.
A:\>afudos /iK8VXSE.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading file.. done Erasing flash. done Writing flash. 0x0008CC00 (9%)
DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so may cause system boot failure!
When the BIOS update process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt.
A:\>afudos /iK8VXSE.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading file.. Erasing flash. Writing flash. Verifying flash. A:\> done done 0x0008CC00 (9%) done
5. Reboot the system from the hard disk.
2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to copy BIOS from PC
You can use the AFUDOS.EXE utility to copy the current system BIOS to a floppy or hard disk and use it as a backup in case the system BIOS fails or gets corrupted. To copy the BIOS from your PC using AFUDOS.EXE: 1. At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /o[filename] where [filename] string of not more than eight (8) alpha-numeric characters for the main filename and three (3) alpha-numeric characters for the extension name. 2. Press <Enter>.
The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only. What you see on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown. Main filename Extension name
A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash.. 0x0008CC00 (9%)
3. The utility will copy the current system BIOS by default to the floppy disk. Make sure that the floppy disk has at least 600KB of free disk space and is not writeprotected.
A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash.. done A:\>
When the copy process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt.
2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS
The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a diskette and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash is built-in the BIOS firmware so it is accessible by simply pressing <Alt + F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST).
To update the BIOS using ASUS EZ Flash:
1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for your motherboard and rename the downloaded file as K8VXSE.ROM. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk. 2. Reboot the system. 3. To launch EZ Flash, press <Alt+F2> during POST to display the following.
User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery. Checking for floppy.

The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section 2.7 Exit Menu. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest product and BIOS information.

2.2.1 BIOS menu screen

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

+Tab F1 F10 ESC

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

Sub-menu items

Navigation keys

2.2.2 Menu bar

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
Main Advanced Power Boot Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For selecting the exit options and loading default settings
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

2.2.3 Navigation keys

At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.
Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.

2.2.4 Menu items

The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave System Information +Tab F1 F10 ESC [11:51:19] [Thu 08/05/2003] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

Main menu items

2.2.5 Sub-menu items
An item with a sub-menu on any menu screen is distinguished by a solid triangle before the item. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press <Enter>.
2.2.6 Configuration fields
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user- configurable, you may change the value of the field opposite the item. You can not select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window.

2.2.7 Pop-up window

Select a menu item then press Enter to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item.

2.2.8 Scroll bar

A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press Up/Down arrow keys or PageUp/PageDown keys to display the other items on the screen.
Primary Graphics Adapter Search for MDA Resources AGP Mode AGP Fast Write Graphics Aperture Size
[AGP] [Yes] [AGP 8X] [Enabled] [64MB]

+F1 F10 ESC

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

Pop-up window Scroll bar

2.2.9 General help
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item.

Main menu

Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears giving you an overview of the basic system information.
[11:51:19] [Thu 03/30/2005] [1.44M, 3.5 in] : [ST320413A] : [ASUS CD-S340] : [Not Detected] : [Not Detected]
2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]
Allows you to set the system time.
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5in.]
2.3.4 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave
While entering Setup, BIOS auto-detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.
Primary IDE Master Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode : Supported Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5 SMART Monitoring: Supported Type LBA/Large Mode Block(Multi-sector Transfer) PIO Mode DMA Mode Smart Monitoring 32Bit Data Transfer [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] Select the type of device connected to the system
The values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring) are autodetected by BIOS and are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.

Type [Auto]

Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to Disabled, the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]

Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]

DMA Mode [Auto]

Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]

Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

2.3.5 System Information

This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The items in this menu are auto-detected by BIOS.
AMI BIOS Version Build Date ID
: 08.00.09 : 04/21/05 : A0232008
System Memory Size : 256MB

AMI BIOS

Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.

System Memory

Displays the auto-detected system memory.

Advanced menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values may cause the system to malfunction.
CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCI PnP System Frequency/Voltage Configuration Instant Music Configuration

2.4.1 CPU Configuration

The items in this menu show the CPU-related information auto-detected by BIOS.
HyperTransport(HT) Configuration Memory Configuration AMD Cool & Quiet Configuration Processor Type Speed : AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+ : 2200MHz
HyperTransport Configuration Options
HyperTransport Configuration
HyperTransport Configuration HT Frequency HT DATA Width (Upstream) HT DATA Width (Downstream) [800 MHz] [16 BIT] [16 BIT] Enabled link tristate during the disconnect state of an LDTSTOP

HT Frequency [800 MHz]

Allows frequency selection of HyperTransport transfer from K8 CPU to AGP. Configuration options: [200 MHz] [400 Mhz] [600 Mhz] [800 Mhz]
HT DATA Width (Upstream) [16 BIT]
Allows selection of HyperTransport upstream data width. Configuration options: [16 BIT] [8 BIT]
HT DATA Width (Downstream) [16 BIT]
Allows selection of HyperTransport downstream data width. Configuration options: [16 BIT] [8 BIT]

Memory Configuration

Memory Configuration Memory Configuration
The Memory configuration menu item allows you to change the memory settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Memory Configuration Memclock Mode Software Memory Hole Bank Interleaving Burst Length MCT Timing Mode TWCL TWR AsyncLat Read Preamble Setting 2T Command [Auto] [Enabled] [Auto] [4 Beats] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto]
MEMCLK can be set by the code using AUTO, or if you use LIMIT, you can set one of the standard values.

Memclock Mode [ Auto]

Allows you to set the memory clock mode. Set by the code using [Auto] or select [Manual] to set using one of the standard values. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit]
Software Memory Hole [Enabled]
Enables or disables the software memory remapping around the memory hole. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]
Bank Interleaving [ Auto]
Sets whether to allow memory accesses to be spread out over BANKS on the same node or across nodes, decreasing access contention. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled]

Burst Length [4 Beats]

Sets the Burst Length. Configuration options: [8 Beats] [4 Beats] [2 Beats]

MCT Timing Mode [ Auto]

Sets the MCT Timing mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

CAS Latency (CL) [2.5]

Sets the CAS Latency. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0] [2.5] [3.0]

TRAS [8 CLK]

Sets the TRAS. Configuration options: [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7 CLK] [8 CLK] [9 CLK] [10 CLK] [11 CLK] [12 CLK] [13 CLK] [14 CLK] [15 CLK]

TRP [4 CLK]

Sets the TRP. Configuration options: [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK]

TRCD [Auto]

Sets the TRCD. Configuration options: [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK]

TRRD [2T]

Sets the TRRD. Configuration options: [2T] [3T] [4T]

TRC [12T]

Sets the TRC. Configuration options: [7T] [8T] [9T] [10T] [11T] [12T] [13T] [14T] [15T] [16T] [17T] [18T] [19T] [20T] [21T] [22T]

TRFC [24T]

Sets the TRFC. Configuration options: [9T] [10T] [11T] [12T] [13T] [14T] [15T] [16T] [17T] [18T] [19T] [20T] [21T] [22T] [23T] [24T]

TRWT [4 CLK]

Sets the TRWT. Configuration options: [1 CLK] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK]

TWCL [Auto]

Sets the TWCL. Configuration options: [Auto] [1 CLK] [2 CLK]

TWR [Auto]

Sets the TWR. Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK]

Asynclat [Auto]

Sets the system Asynclat. Configuration options: [Auto] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] [7CLK] [8 CLK] [9 CLK]
Read Preamble Setting [Auto]
Allows you to configure the read preamble setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0 ns] [2.5 ns] [3.0 ns] [3.5 ns] [4.0 ns] [4.5 ns] [5.0 ns] [5.5 ns] [6.0 ns] [6.5 ns] [7.0 ns] [7.5 ns] [8.0 ns] [8.5 ns] [9.0 ns] [9.5 ns]

2T Command [Auto]

Sets the 2T command. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]
AMD Cool & Quiet Configuration
AMD Cool & Quiet Configuration Cool NQuiet [Disabled]
Enable/Disable AMD K8 Cool NQuiet function.

Cool N Quiet [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the AMD Cool n Quiet! Technology feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Make sure that the above item is set to Enabled if you want to use the AMD CPU Cool n Quiet! Technology feature. This feature requires the AMD CPU heatsink and fan package with monitor chip. If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan Technology feature to automatically adjust your CPU fan speed according to your system loading.

Processor

Displays the processor type and speed.

2.4.2 Chipset

Enables USB host controllers.
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.
USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports]
Allows you to set the number of USB ports to activate. Configuration options: [Disabled] [USB 2 Ports] [USB 4 Ports] [USB 6 Ports] [USB 8 Ports]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 ports controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [FullSpeed]
Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed ] [Full Speed]
2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration
Onboard AC97 Audio OnChip SATA BOOTROM OnBoard LAN OnBoard LAN Boot ROM Serial Port1 Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP MOde DMA Channel Parallel Port IRQ [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [378] [ECP] [DMA3] [IRQ7]
OnBoard AC97 Audio [Enabled]
[Auto] allows the BIOS to detect whether you are using any audio device. If an audio device is detected, the onboard audio controller is enabled; if no audio device is detected, the controller is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
OnChip SATA Boot ROM [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onchip Serial ATA boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

OnBoard LAN [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]

Parallel Port Mode [ECP]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-Directional] [EPP] [ECP]

EPP Version [1.9]

Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [EPP]. This item allows you to to select the Parallel Port EPP version. Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3]
Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]

Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]

Sets the Parallel Port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]

2.4.4 PCI PnP

The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values may cause the system to malfunction.
Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Plug And Play O/S PCI Lantency Timer Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA Palette Snooping IRQ3 IRQ4 IRQ5 IRQ7 IRQ9 IRQ10 IRQ11 IRQ14 IRQ15 [No] [64] [Yes] [Disabled] [PCI [PCI [PCI [PCI [PCI [PCI [PCI [PCI [PCI Device] Device] Device] Device] Device] Device] Device] Device] Device]
NO: Lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system. YES: Lets the operating system configure Plug and Play (PnP) devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system.

Plug and Play O/S [No]

When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you installed a Plug & Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug & Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

PCI Latency Timer [64]

Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [Yes] [No]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Setting to [Disabled] deactivates this feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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

ASUS Update

This program allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo2.

Microsoft DirectX Driver

Installs the Microsoft DirectXdriver.

Anti-virus Utility

The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View the online help for detailed information.

Acrobat Reader

Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0. The Acrobat Reader software is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF).

ASUS Screen Saver

Installs the ASUS screen saver.

Cool n Quiet Software

Installs the ASUS AMD Cool n Quiet software.

3.2.4 Manual menu

The Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the manual.
Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu to open the manual files in PDF.
3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information
Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as stated. You may also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

ASUS Instant Music Lite

The motherboard is equipped with a BIOS-based audio playback feature called Instant Music Lite. This feature is supported by the onboard audio AC97 Codec, and requires an optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW).
Instant Music Lite only supports CDs in audio format. Instant Music Lite does not work if you installed and enabled an add-on sound card. Instant Music Lite only supports PS/2 keyboard.
To enable ASUS Instant Music Lite:
1. Connect the analog audio cable from the optical drive (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW drive) to the 4-pin CD-In connector (labeled CD1) on the motherboard. See section 1.10 Connectors for the connector location.
Make sure to connect the CD-ROM audio cable. Otherwise, you cannot control the audio volume using the Instant Music Lite function keys.
2. Turn on the system and enter the BIOS by pressing the <Del> key during the Power On Self-Tests (POST). 3. In the Advanced Configuration menu, select the item Instant Music and set it to Enabled. See section 2.4 Advanced Menu in the user guide. 4. Highlight the Instant Music CDROM item and press Enter to display the CD-ROM options. Select the CD-ROM drive that you wish to use for this feature. See section 2.4 Advanced Menu in the user guide.

If you have only one optical drive (either CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW) installed in the system, you dont have to set Instant Music CDROM item. BIOS automatically detects and displays the installed drive type.
5. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup.
The Scroll Lock LED is fixed to ON after enabling Instant Music. The Caps Lock LED is turns ON when you pause the CD playback. When set to Instant Music Lite mode, the system wake-up features (LAN, keyboard, mouse, USB) are deactivated. In this case, power up the system using the power switch. If the system loses connection or does not detect any optical drive, the Instant Music Lite feature turns OFF (disabled) automatically. A beep indicates this condition.
To use ASUS Instant Music Lite:
1. Ensure that the power cord is plugged to a grounded power source, so that the system has a standby power. 2. Use either one of the two sets of special function keys on your keyboard to play audio CDs. These keys only function as indicated if you enabled the Instant Music item in the BIOS. Instant Music function keys (Set 1)

CD ON/OFF

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP/EJECT

PREVIOUS

VOL. DOWN

VOL. UP
Instant Music function keys (Set 2)
CD ON/OFF CAPS LOCK LED SCROLL LOCK LED

PREVIOUS VOL. DOWN

NEXT VOL. UP
3. Connect speakers or a headphone to the Line Out (lime colored) port on the rear panel for audio output. You may also connect a headphone to the headphone jack on the CD-ROM drive front panel. 4. Press <Esc> to turn ON Instant Music Lite. 5. Place an audio CD into the drive. 6. Press <F1> or the <Space Bar> to play the first track on the CD.
If there is no CD in the drive and you press F1 or Space Bar, the drive tray ejects.
7. Refer to the Instant Music function key definitions on the previous page to select other tracks or control the volume. 8. Press <F2> or <Enter> once to stop playing the CD. Press <F2> or <Enter> one more time to eject the CD.

VIA RAID configurations

The motherboard includes a high performance IDE RAID controller integrated in the VIA VT8237 southbridge chipset. It supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 with two independent Serial ATA channels. RAID 0 (called data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. RAID 1 (called data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Safety information

Electrical safety
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a stable surface. If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts: Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.

Onboard LED

The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. When lit, this green LED indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode, a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.

SB_PWR

ON Standby Power

OFF Powered Off

K8V SE Deluxe Onboard LED

Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
2.2.1 Placement direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below.

2.2.2 Screw holes

Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis

2.2.3 Motherboard layout

24.5cm (9.6in)
PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR CPU_FAN

ATX12V

DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

SPDIF_O

DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM3 (64 bit,184-pin module)

PARALLEL PORT

Socket 754

USBPWR12

Bottom:

USBPWR34

PWR_FAN
Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In

IE1394_1

VIA VT6307 Chipset
Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)

VIA VT8237

Marvell Gigabit LAN
CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power

SATA1 PRI_RAID

RAID Promise PDC20378

SPDIF_OUT

SEC_SATA

PRI_SATA

CHA_FAN

CD Audio Codec

USBPWR56 USBPWR78 FP_AUDIO

Super I/O

COM2 CHASSIS GAME

4Mbit BIOS

SB_PWR PANEL

USB78 WIFI USB56

FLOPPY

SEC_IDE

VIA K8T800

30.5cm (12.0in)

USB2.0 Top: T: USB4 RJ-45 B: USB3

ATX Power Connector

Top: USB1 USB2 1394

PRI_IDE

2.2.4 Layout Contents

Gold triangle

2.3.2 Installing the CPU
Follow these steps to install a CPU. 1. Locate the 754-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.
2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90-100 angle.

Socket Lever

Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90-100 angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely.
3. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.

Small triangle

The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU!
5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.
2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fan
The AMD Athlon 64 processor require a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
Make sure that you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly.
Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base.
The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components.
CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base

Retention bracket

Retention bracket lock
Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter.
2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base.
3. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place.
Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place.
4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base.
2.3.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable
When the heatsink and fan assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU overheating and hardware monitoring errors may occur if you fail to plug this connector.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard has available PCI slots, an Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot and a Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) slot. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card
Follow these steps to install an expansion card. 1. Read the documentation that came with the expansion card and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use. 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. Secure the card to the chassis with screws. 6. Replace the system cover.
2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, configure the card by adjusting the software settings. 1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments
Standard Interrupt Assignments
IRQ Priority Standard Function System Timer Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable Interrupt 3* 11 Communications Port (COM2) 4* 12 Communications Port (COM1) 5* 13 Sound Card (sometimes LPT2) Floppy Disk Controller 7* 15 Printer Port (LPT1) System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9* 4 ACPI Mode when used 10* 5 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 11* 6 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering 12* 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port Numeric Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
INT A shared shared shared shared INT B shared shared INT C shared shared shared INT D used
PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot 4 PCI slot 5 Gigabit LAN Onboard RAID Onboard 1394 Serial ATA AGP slot

Speaker Connector

+5V Ground Ground Speaker PWR Ground

Power LED

PLED+ PLED-

IDE_LED+ IDE_LED-

Reset SW ATX Power Switch*

IDE_LED

K8V SE Deluxe System Panel Connector
* Requires an ATX power supply.
System Power LED Lead (Green 3-1 pin PLED) This 3-1 pin connector connects to the system power LED. The LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. System Warning Speaker Lead (Orange 4-pin SPKR) This 4-pin connector connects to the case-mounted speaker and allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. Reset Switch Lead (Blue 2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch for rebooting the system without turning off the system power. ATX Power Switch / Soft-Off Switch Lead (Yellow 2-pin PWRBTN ) This connector connects a switch that controls the system power. Pressing the power switch turns the system between ON and SLEEP, or ON and SOFT OFF, depending on the BIOS or OS settings. Pressing the power switch while in the ON mode for more than four seconds turns the system OFF. Hard disk activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED) This connector supplies power to the hard disk activity LED. Any read or write activity of an IDE device causes this LED to light up.
The System Panel connector is color-coded for easy and foolproof connection. Take note of the specific connector colors as described.

Reset Ground

Chapter 3
This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages and ways of shutting down the system.

Powering up

3.1 3.2 3.3 Starting up for the first time. 3-1 Powering off the computer.. 3-2 ASUS POST Reporter.. 3-3
Starting up for the first time
1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Make sure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power (if you are using an ATX power supply, you need to switch on the power supply as well as press the ATX power switch on the front of the chassis). 6. After applying power, the power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power switch. If your monitor complies with green standards or if it has a power standby feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on tests. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. 7. At power on, hold down <Del> to enter BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.

3. If you select updating/ downloading from the Internet, select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or choose Auto Select. Click Next.
4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. 5. Follow the instructions on the succeeding screens to complete the update process.
6. If you select the option to update the BIOS from a file, a window prompts you to locate the file. Select the file, click Save, then follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.

BIOS Setup program

This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to Run Setup. This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you may want to change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you may want to enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub. The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On Self Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility. Otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed. The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. It is a menu-driven program, which means you can scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys.
The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section 4.7 Exit Menu.

Main menu items

4.2.5 Sub-menu items
An item with a sub-menu on any menu screen is distinguished by a solid triangle before the item. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press <Enter>.
4.2.6 Configuration fields
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you may change the value of the field opposite the item. You can not select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press Enter to display a list of options. Refer to 4.2.7 Pop-up window.

4.2.7 Pop-up window

Select a menu item then press Enter to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item.
Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below may cause system to malfunction. Configure DRAM Timing by SPD Memory Acceleration Mode DRAM Idle Timer DRAm Refresh Rate Graphic Adapter Priority Graphics Aperture Size Spread Spectrum [Enabled] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [AGP/PCI] [ 64 MB] [Enabled] [Enabled] [1.4] +F1 F10 ESC

4.2.8 Scroll bar

ICH Delayed Transaction MPS Revision
Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit
A scroll bar appears on the right side of Pop-up window a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press Up/Down arrow keys or PageUp/ PageDown keys to display the other items on the screen.

Scroll bar

4.2.9 General help
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS K8V SE Deluxe motherboard 4-11

Main menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears giving you an overview of the basic system information.
Refer to section 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave System Information
[11:51:19] [Thu 08/05/2003] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [English] : [ST320413A] : [ASUS CD-S340] : [Not Detected] : [Not Detected]

Processor

Displays the processor type and speed. 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup

4.4.2 Chipset

The Chipset menu items allow you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
AGP Bridge Configuration SouthBridge Configuration USB Configuration
Options for VIA AGP Chipset

AGP Bridge Configuration

Primary Graphics Adapter Search for MDA Resources AGP Mode AGP Fast Write Graphics Aperture Size
[AGP] [Yes] [AGP 8X] [Enabled] [64MB]
Primary Graphics Adapter [AGP]
Switches the PCI Bus scanning order while searching for a video card. This allows you to select the type of Primary VGA in case of multiple video controllers. Configuration options: [PCI] [AGP]
Search for MDA Resources [Yes]
Sets whether to allow search for MDA resources. Configuration options: [Yes] [No]

AGP Mode [AGP 8X]

Allows you to set the data throughput of your AGP graphics card. This motherboard supports the AGP 8X interface that transfers video data at 2.12GB/s. The default and configuration options vary depending on the speed of AGP card you installed. If you installed an AGP 8X graphics card, the configuration options are as follows: [8X] [4X] or if you installed an AGP 4X graphics card, the configuration options are as follows: [4X] [2X]. ASUS K8V SE Deluxe motherboard 4-21

AGP Fast Write [Enabled]

Enables or disables the AGP Fast Write feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Graphics Aperture Size [64MB]
Allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data. Configuration options: [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB]
SouthBridge Configuration
MPS Revision PCI Delay Transaction

[1.4] [Disabled]

MPS Revision [1.4]
Sets the MPS revision value. Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4]
PCI Delay Transaction [Disabled]
Enables or disables the PCI Delay transaction feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

USB Configuration

The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
USB Configuration Module Version - 2.23.2-7.4 USB Devices Enabled: None USB 1.1 Ports Configuration USB 2.0 Controller Legacy USB Support USB 2.0 Controller Mode [USB 8 Ports] [Enabled] [Auto] [FullSpeed]
Enables USB host controllers.
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.
USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports]
Allows you to set the number of USB ports to activate. Configuration options: [Disabled] [USB 2 Ports] [USB 4 Ports] [USB 6 Ports] [USB 8 Ports]

4.4.6 Speech Configuration
Speech Option Speech Report Report Report Post Reporter IDE Error System Checking System Booting [Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] Disabled/Enable Speech
Speech POST Reporter [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Speech POST Reporter feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following items appear only when Speech POST Reporter is set to Enabled.
Report IDE Error [Disabled]
This item enables or disables the Report IDE Error feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Report System Checking [Disabled]
This item enables or disables the Report System Checking feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Report System Booting [Disabled]
This item enables or disables the Report System Booting feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
4.4.7 Instant Music Configuration
Instant Music Option Instant Music [Disabled] If enabled, power up by PS/2 keyboard function will be disabled.

Instant Music [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the Instant Music feature in BIOS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
When Instant Music is enabled, the PS/2 keyboard power up feature is automatically disabled. See page 5-9 for details.
Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [IDE Secondary Master]
Allows you to select the CD-ROM drive that you wish to use for the Instant Music CD playback. Configuration options: [IDE Primary Master] [IDE Primary Slave] [IDE Secondary Master] [IDE Secondary Slave]
The above item appears only if you enabled the Instant Music item.

Power menu

The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Suspend Mode Repost Video on S3 Resume ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor
[S1 (POS) & S3 (STR] [No] [No] [Enabled]
Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend.
4.5.1 Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR)]
Allows you to select the ACPI state to be used for system suspend. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR) Auto]
4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]
Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
Allows you to add more tables for ACPI 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
Enables or disables the ACPI support in the ASIC. When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

4.5.5 APM Configuration

Power Management/APM Power Button Mode Suspend Power Saving Type Restore on AC Power Loss Suspend Time Out Hard Disk Time Out (Minute) Video Power Down Mode Hard Disk Power Down Mode Power Power Power Power Power On On On On On By RTC Alarm External Modems PCI Device PS/2 Keyboard PS/2 Mouse [Enabled] [On/Off] [C3] [Last State] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Suspend] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled]
Power Management/APM [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following items appear only when the Power Management/APM item is set to [Enabled].
Power Button Mode [On/Off]
Allows the system to go into On/Off mode or suspend mode when the power button is pressed. Configuration options: [On/Off] [Standby] [Suspend]
Suspend Power Saving Type [C3]
Allows you to set the suspend power saving type. Configuration options: [C3] [S1]
Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State]
When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss. When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]
Suspend Time Out [Disabled]
Allows you to select the specified time at which the system goes on suspend mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1 Min] [2 Min] [4 Min] [8 Min] [10 Min] [20 Min] [30 Min] [40 Min] [50 Min] [60 Min] 4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup
Hard Disk Time Out (Minute) [Disabled]
Allows you to select the specified time in minute at which the hard disk goes on standby mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1] [2] ~ [15]
Video Power Down Mode [Suspend]
Allows you to select the video power down mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Standby] [Suspend]
Hard Disk Power Down Mode [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the hard disk power down mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0. The Acrobat Reader software is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF).

ASUS Screen Saver

Installs the ASUS screen saver.
Promise Array Management Utility
Installs the Promise Array Management Utility. Use this utility to configure a disk array for RAID installations.
The screen display and utilities option may not be the same for different operating system versions.
5.2.4 ASUS Contact information
Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as stated. You may also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

5.2.5 Other information

The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information.

Motherboard Info

Displays the general specifications of the motherboard.

Browse this CD

Displays the support CD contents in graphical format.

Technical Support Form

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

Filelist

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

Software Information

Most of the applications in the support CD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software for more information. This section provides details of the software applications that the motherboard supports.

5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2

The ASUS MyLogo2 is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the software menu. See section 5.2.3 Utilities menu.
Before using ASUS MyLogo2 feature, use the AFUDOS utility to make a copy of your original BIOS file, or obtain the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website. Make sure that the BIOS Item Full Screen Logo is set to [Enabled] if you wish to use ASUS MyLogo2. See section 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration.
Follow these steps to use ASUS MyLogo2. 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility. See section 4.1.6 ASUS Update. 2. When prompted for the BIOS update method, select the option Update BIOS from a file. 3. Specify the location of the BIOS file, such as from a floppy disk. Click Next.

[ Keys Available ]

Press 1.5 to select Option

[ESC] Exit

5.6.3 Creating a RAID 0 array (Performance)
1. In the FastBuild utility main menu, press <1> to select Auto Setup. The following screen appears.
[ Auto Setup Options Menu ]
Optimize Array for: Performance
[ Array Setup Configuration ]
Mode.. Stripe Spare Drive.. 0 Drive(s) Used in Array.. 2 Array Disk Capacity (size in MB). 8650

[ ] Up

[ ] Down
[ , ,Space] Change Option

[ESC] Exit [CTRL-Y] Save

2. Use the arrow keys to go to the field Optimize Array for and select Performance using the space bar. The Mode field displays Stripe. 3. After making a selection, press <Ctrl+Y> to save and create a RAID 0 array. 4. Press any key to reboot the system. During the boot process, the MBFastTrak378 BIOS checks and displays the disk array information.
5. Once the array is created, use the FDISK utility to format the array as a single hard drive. 6. After you have formatted the arrayed drives, install an operating system (OS). The OS will treat the RAID 0 array as a single drive unit.
During the OS installation, the system prompts you to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. Refer to section 5.8 Creating a RAID driver disk for details.
5.6.4 Creating a RAID 1 array (Security)
Creating a Security Array with New Drives
1. In the FastBuild utility main menu, press <1> to select Auto Setup.
Optimize Array for: Security
Mode.. Mirror Spare Drive.. 0 Drive(s) Used in Array.. 2 Array Disk Capacity (size in MB). 4000
2. Use the arrow keys to go to the field Optimize Array for and select Security using the space bar. The Mode field displays Mirror. 3. Press <Ctrl+Y> to save your selection. 4. The following message appears:
Do you want the disk image to be duplicated to another? (Yes/No) Y - Create and Duplicate N - Create Only
5. Press <N> to select the Create Only option. The utility prompts a confirmation message that your Security array has been created.
Array has been created. <Press any key to reboot>
6. Press any key to reboot the system. During the boot process, the MBFastTrak378 BIOS checks and displays the disk array information.
7. Use the FDISK utility and follow the format procedure for installing a new hard drive. After you have formatted the arrayed drives, install an operating system (OS).
Creating a Security Array with Existing Data Drive
If you would like to use an existing drive that already contains data and/or is the bootable drive in your system, make sure that the new hard drive you will use in the array has the same or larger capacity as the existing drive.

Serial Number:

xxxxxxxx
Creating a RAID driver disk
A floppy disk with the Promise SATA 378 or FastTrak 378 driver is required when installing Windows XP/2000 operating system. You can create a RAID driver disk using Makedisk.exe utility. To create a RAID driver disk: 1. Insert the motherboard support CD into the CD-ROM drive and locate the Makedisk.exe utility for your RAID controller. A. The Makedisk.exe utility for the FastTrak 378 driver is located in \Drivers\Promise\378RAID\Makedisk.exe of the motherboard support CD. B. The Makedisk.exe utility for the VIA RAID driver is located in \Drivers\VIARAID\6420RAID\DriverDisk\Makedisk.exe of the motherboard support CD. 2. Insert a clean floppy disk into the floppy disk drive and execute Makedisk.exe. Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. 3. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection. To install the RAID driver: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. Press <F6> then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. 3. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation.
For additional information on RAID installation and configuration, refer to the Promise RAID installation guide found in \Drivers\Promise\Setup or the VIA RAID readme file found in \Drivers\VIARAID\6420RAID\Readme.txt.

Cool n Quiet! Technology

The motherboard supports the AMD Cool n Quiet! Technology that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs. To enable Cool n Quiet! Technology: 1. Turn on the system and enter BIOS by pressing the <Del> key during the Power On Self-Tests (POST). 2. In the Advanced -> CPU Configuration -> AMD CPU Cool & Quiet Configuration menu, select the item Cool NQuiet and set it to Enabled. See section 4.4 Advanced Menu in the user guide. 3. In the Power menu, select the item ACPI 2.0 Support and set it to Yes. See section 4.5 Power Menu in the user guide. 4. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup. 5. Reboot your computer and set your Power Option Properties depending on your operating system. If you are using Windows 2000/XP operating system: 1. From the Windows 2000/XP operating system, click the Start button. Select Settings, then Control Panel. 2. Make sure the Control Panel is set to Classic View. 3. Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen Saver tab. 4. Click the Power. button. The following dialog box appears. 5. From the Power schemes combo list box, select Minimal Power Management. 6. Click OK to effect settings.