Asus A7V8X-X Manuel utilisateur

Motherboard

A7V8X-X

User Guide

Checklist

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First Edition V1

January 2003

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Features

Contents

Notices ............................................................................................v

Safety information ..........................................................................vi

About this guide............................................................................. vii

ASUS contact information ............................................................ viii

A7V8X-X specifications summary ..................................................ix

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2

1.2 Package contents............................................................... 1-2

1.3 Motherboard components .................................................. 1-3

1.3.1 Core specifications ................................................. 1-4

1.4 Special Features ................................................................ 1-6

1.4.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-6

1.5 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 1-7

1.6 Before you proceed ............................................................ 1-8

1.7 Motherboard installation ..................................................... 1-9

1.7.1 Placement direction ............................................... 1-9

1.7.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-9

1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU)......................................... 1-10

1.8.1 Installing the CPU ................................................ 1-10

1.9 System memory ................................................................1-11

1.10 Expansion slots .................................................................1-11

1.10.1 Configuring an expansion card........................... 1-12

1.10.2 Standard interrupt assignments ......................... 1-12

IRQ assignments for this motherboard ....................... 1-12

1.10.3 AGP slot ............................................................. 1-13

1.11 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-13

1.12 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-15

Chapter 2: BIOS information

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2

2.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 2-2

2.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS ....................... 2-4

2.1.3 CrashFree BIOS feature ........................................ 2-7

2.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-8

2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-8

2.2.2 Legend bar............................................................. 2-9

Safeguards

Contents

2.3 Main Menu........................................................................ 2-10

2.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 2-12

2.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 2-14

2.4 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 2-15

2.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 2-16

2.4.2 I/O Device Configuration...................................... 2-18

2.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 2-19

2.5 Power Menu ..................................................................... 2-21

2.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 2-23

2.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-24

2.6 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 2-25

2.7 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 2-26

Chapter 3: Software support

3.1 Install an operating system................................................. 3-2

3.2 Support CD information...................................................... 3-2

3.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 3-2

3.2.2 Drivers menu ......................................................... 3-3

3.2.3 Utilities menu ......................................................... 3-3

3.2.4 ASUS Contact Information..................................... 3-4

3.2.5 Multi-channel audio feature ................................... 3-5

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference

in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with

manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not

occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the

graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to

operate this equipment.

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 adpater 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.

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Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product

and software updates.

1. ASUS Websites

The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS

hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the

ASUS Contact Information on page viii.

2. Optional Documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These

documents are not part of the standard package.

About this guide

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the

following symbols used throughout this manual.

WARNING/DANGER: Information to prevent injury to yourself

when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a

task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

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ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)

Address: 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112

General Tel: +886-2-2894-3447

General Fax: +886-2-2894-3449

General Email: [email protected]

Technical Support

MB/Others (Tel): +886-2-2890-7121 (English)

Notebook (Tel): +886-2-2890-7122 (English)

Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 (English)

Support Fax: +886-2-2890-7698

Support Email: [email protected]

Web Site: www.asus.com.tw

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center,

Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA

General Fax: +1-510-608-4555

General Email: [email protected]

Technical Support

Support Fax: +1-510-608-4555

General Support: +1-502-933-8713

Web Site: www.asus.com

Support Email: [email protected]

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Address: Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany

General Fax: +49-2102-442066

General Email: [email protected] (for marketing requests only)

Technical Support

Support Hotline: MB/Others: +49-2102-9599-0

Notebook (Tel): +49-2102-9599-10

Support Fax: +49-2102-9599-11

Support (Email): www.asuscom.de/de/support (for online support)

Web Site: www.asuscom.de

A7V8X-X specifications summary

CPU

Chipset

Front Side Bus (FSB)

Memory

Expansion slots

IDE

Audio (optional)

LAN (optional)

USB 2.0

Special Features

Back Panel I/O Ports

Internal I/O

Connectors

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Socket A for AMD Barton/Thoroughbred/Athlon XP/Athlon/

Duron 2.25+ GHz CPU

Northbridge: VIA KT400

Southbridge: VIA VT8235

200/266/333Mhz

3 x DDR DIMM Sockets

Max. 3 GB unbuffered PC2100/1600 non-ECC DDR SDRAM

(Note: PC3200 maximum to 2 banks only. PC2700 maximum

to 4 banks only.)

1 x AGP 8X

6 x PCI

2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66

ADI 1980 6-channel CODEC

S/PDIF out interface

Realtek 10/100 Mbps Ethernet PHY

VT8235 built-in USB 2.0

6 x USB 2.0 ports

ASUS MyLogo

ASUS EZ Flash

ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)

Power Loss Restart

ASUS Jumperfree

SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)

ASUS C.O.P. (CPU Overheating Protection)

CrashFree BIOS

1 x Parallel

1 x Serial

1 x S/PDIF out (on audio model only)

1 x PS/2 Keyboard

1 x PS/2 Mouse

1 x Audio I/O (on audio model only)

4 x USB 2.0

1 x RJ-45 Port (on LAN model only)

CPU/Chassis FAN connector

20 pin ATX power connector

IDE LED connector

Chassis Intrusion

GAME port (on audio model only)

CD/AUX audio in (on audio model only)

Front panel audio connector (on audio model only)

1 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports

BIOS features

Industry standard

Manageability

Form Factor

Support CD contents

Accessories

A7V8X-X specifications summary (Cont’)

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, DMI2.0, PnP, WfM2.0, SM

BIOS 2.3, TCAV, EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo, ASUS CrashFree

BIOS, ASUS JumperFree, ASUS C.P.R.

PCI 2.2, USB 2.0

WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOR, WOL, Chassis Intrusion

ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm)

Device drivers

ASUS PC Probe

Trend Micro

PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software

ASUS LiveUpdate Utility

User’s manual

Support CD

1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable

FDD cable

I/O shield

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