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Contents 2.5.8 Hardware Monitor 2-26 2.6 Boot menu 2-27 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-27 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives 2-27 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-28 2.6.4 Security 2-29 2.7 Exit menu 2-31 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 Manuals 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information 3-5 3.3 RAID configurations 3-6 3.3.1 Installing hard disks 3-6 3.3.2 SIS RAID configurations 3-7 3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk 3-16 v
Contents 2.5.8 Hardware Monitor 2-26 2.6 Boot menu 2-27 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-27 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives 2-27 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-28 2.6.4 Security 2-29 2.7 Exit menu 2-31 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 Manuals 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information 3-5 3.3 RAID configurations 3-6 3.3.1 Installing hard disks 3-6 3.3.2 SIS RAID configurations 3-7 3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk 3-16 v
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K8S-MX specifications summary Internal I/O BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents 2 x USB 2.0 connector for 4 additional USB ports CPU/Chassis fan connectors ... EEPROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP, DMI, ASUS MyLogo™, SM BIOS 2.3 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 Wake-On-LAN by PME, Wake-On-Ring by PME ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.6 in (24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Anti-virus software (OEM version) * Specifications...
K8S-MX specifications summary Internal I/O BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents 2 x USB 2.0 connector for 4 additional USB ports CPU/Chassis fan connectors ... EEPROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP, DMI, ASUS MyLogo™, SM BIOS 2.3 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 Wake-On-LAN by PME, Wake-On-Ring by PME ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.6 in (24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Anti-virus software (OEM version) * Specifications...
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...Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Refer to install a DIMM. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that came with a notch... the break on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 1-13 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Follow these steps to the tables next page. 4. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the...
...Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Refer to install a DIMM. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that came with a notch... the break on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 1-13 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Follow these steps to the tables next page. 4. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the...
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... PCI cards on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction INT B - The figure shows a network card installed on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with the PCI Express specifications. INT C - - - 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 LAN AGP slot VGA...
... PCI cards on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction INT B - The figure shows a network card installed on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with the PCI Express specifications. INT C - - - 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 LAN AGP slot VGA...
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... for additional USB ports. You may damage the motherboard components. 5. These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable... panel are not jumpers! Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! ® CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND K8S-MX K8S-MX Fan connectors CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND 6.
... for additional USB ports. You may damage the motherboard components. 5. These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable... panel are not jumpers! Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! ® CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND K8S-MX K8S-MX Fan connectors CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND 6.
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... the above item is set to Enabled if you to automatically detect or select from a list the DDR operating voltage. The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. DDR Reference Voltage [Auto] Allows you want to use the AMD CPU Cool 'n' ...8482; Technology feature. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 2-15 This option should remain disabled for normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MTRR Mapping [Continous] Sets the MTRR mapping method. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Enables or disables the GART Error Reporting feature. Device driver developers may enable it...
... the above item is set to Enabled if you to automatically detect or select from a list the DDR operating voltage. The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. DDR Reference Voltage [Auto] Allows you want to use the AMD CPU Cool 'n' ...8482; Technology feature. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 2-15 This option should remain disabled for normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MTRR Mapping [Continous] Sets the MTRR mapping method. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Enables or disables the GART Error Reporting feature. Device driver developers may enable it...
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3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system (OS). The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the ... CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your computer. Refer to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Click on an item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Click an item to install Click...
3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system (OS). The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the ... CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your computer. Refer to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Click on an item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Click an item to install Click...
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...ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 3-3 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to 100Mbps data transfer rates. AD1888 SoundMAX Audio Driver Installs the ADI 1888 AC'97 compliant audio controller and application. SiS191/SiS190 Ethernet Device Driver...Install the necessary drivers to support USB 2.0. AGP SiS 760 driver Installs the SiS 760 AGP driver. Technology drivers. SIS RAID Controller Driver Disk Creates a SIS RAID Controller driver disk. For ...
...ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 3-3 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to 100Mbps data transfer rates. AD1888 SoundMAX Audio Driver Installs the ADI 1888 AC'97 compliant audio controller and application. SiS191/SiS190 Ethernet Device Driver...Install the necessary drivers to support USB 2.0. AGP SiS 760 driver Installs the SiS 760 AGP driver. Technology drivers. SIS RAID Controller Driver Disk Creates a SIS RAID Controller driver disk. For ...
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...DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0 driver. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support ASUS AMD Cool'n'Quiet Software Installs the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet! Install ASUS Update This program allows you keep your computer from the ASUS website. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo2™... Technology software. The Acrobat® Reader software is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS PC Probe This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on...
...DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0 driver. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support ASUS AMD Cool'n'Quiet Software Installs the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet! Install ASUS Update This program allows you keep your computer from the ASUS website. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo2™... Technology software. The Acrobat® Reader software is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS PC Probe This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on...
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...before you install an operating system to hard disk drives that are not yet configured as a RAID set , copy first the RAID driver from one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of ...disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to section "3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk" for Just a Bunch of the data in the other RAID performance benefits. Spanning does not deliver any advantage over using separate disks ...
...before you install an operating system to hard disk drives that are not yet configured as a RAID set , copy first the RAID driver from one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of ...disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to section "3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk" for Just a Bunch of the data in the other RAID performance benefits. Spanning does not deliver any advantage over using separate disks ...
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... OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to complete the process. Use the support CD that came with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® 2000/XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. The following ...menu appears: 1) Make SIS RAID Driver Disk 2) Format Floppy Disk 3) FreeDOS command prompt Please choose 1 ~ 3:_ 7. Insert a floppy disk into the optical drive. 6. Start Windows. 2. Set the ...
... OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to complete the process. Use the support CD that came with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® 2000/XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. The following ...menu appears: 1) Make SIS RAID Driver Disk 2) Format Floppy Disk 3) FreeDOS command prompt Please choose 1 ~ 3:_ 7. Insert a floppy disk into the optical drive. 6. Start Windows. 2. Set the ...
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Contents 2.5.8 Hardware Monitor 2-26 2.6 Boot menu 2-27 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-27 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives 2-27 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-28 2.6.4 Security 2-29 2.7 Exit menu 2-31 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 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information 3-4 v
Contents 2.5.8 Hardware Monitor 2-26 2.6 Boot menu 2-27 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-27 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives 2-27 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-28 2.6.4 Security 2-29 2.7 Exit menu 2-31 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 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information 3-4 v
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K8S-MX specifications summary Internal I/O BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents 2 x USB 2.0 connector for 4 additional USB ports CPU/Chassis fan connectors ... EEPROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP, DMI, ASUS MyLogo™, SM BIOS 2.3 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 Wake-On-LAN by PME, Wake-On-Ring by PME ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.6 in (24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Anti-virus software (OEM version) * Specifications...
K8S-MX specifications summary Internal I/O BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents 2 x USB 2.0 connector for 4 additional USB ports CPU/Chassis fan connectors ... EEPROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP, DMI, ASUS MyLogo™, SM BIOS 2.3 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 Wake-On-LAN by PME, Wake-On-Ring by PME ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.6 in (24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Anti-virus software (OEM version) * Specifications...
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... A DDR DIMM is properly seated. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to the card. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to install a DIMM. 1. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 1-13 Align a DIMM on the socket such that came with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. Turn on the socket. 3. 1.7.3 Installing... Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Refer to the tables next page. 4.
... A DDR DIMM is properly seated. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to the card. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to install a DIMM. 1. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 1-13 Align a DIMM on the socket such that came with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. Turn on the socket. 3. 1.7.3 Installing... Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Refer to the tables next page. 4.
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shared - - - INT C - - - The figure shows a network card installed on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other ...
shared - - - INT C - - - The figure shows a network card installed on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other ...
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..., and printers. ® USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC K8S-MX USB78 1 K8S-MX USB 2.0 connectors USB56 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND • The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 Connect the USB cable of the USB... max.) or a total of the connector. USB header (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) If the USB ports on the fan connectors! ® CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND K8S-MX K8S-MX Fan connectors CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND 6.
..., and printers. ® USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC K8S-MX USB78 1 K8S-MX USB 2.0 connectors USB56 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND • The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 Connect the USB cable of the USB... max.) or a total of the connector. USB header (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) If the USB ports on the fan connectors! ® CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND K8S-MX K8S-MX Fan connectors CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND 6.
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...Enables or disables the GART Error Reporting feature. Device driver developers may enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MTRR Mapping [Continous] Sets the MTRR mapping method. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 2-15 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]... the AMD CPU Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature. This option should remain disabled for testing purpose. The driver developer may enable it for normal operation. Memory Configuration NorthBridge Chipset Configuration Bank Interleaving Node Interleaving Burst Length Memclock Mode...
...Enables or disables the GART Error Reporting feature. Device driver developers may enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MTRR Mapping [Continous] Sets the MTRR mapping method. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 2-15 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]... the AMD CPU Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature. This option should remain disabled for testing purpose. The driver developer may enable it for normal operation. Memory Configuration NorthBridge Chipset Configuration Bank Interleaving Node Interleaving Burst Length Memclock Mode...
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...more information. 3.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Click on an item to change at any time without notice. The contents of...-ROM drive. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply...
...more information. 3.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Click on an item to change at any time without notice. The contents of...-ROM drive. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply...
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... Windows XP SP 1 to 100Mbps data transfer rates. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 3-3 AD1888 SoundMAX Audio Driver Installs the ADI 1888 AC'97 compliant audio controller and application. AGP SiS 760 driver Installs the SiS 760GX Graphics controller driver. Install the necessary drivers to USB 2.0. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to activate the devices...
... Windows XP SP 1 to 100Mbps data transfer rates. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 3-3 AD1888 SoundMAX Audio Driver Installs the ADI 1888 AC'97 compliant audio controller and application. AGP SiS 760 driver Installs the SiS 760GX Graphics controller driver. Install the necessary drivers to USB 2.0. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to activate the devices...
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...online help for viewing files saved in the office. 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as stated. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo2™. Anti-virus utility Installs the PC-cillin ...problems. This utility helps you can connect to remotely access files or control some hardware from the ASUS website. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0 driver. Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V5.0. You may also find this user guide...
...online help for viewing files saved in the office. 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as stated. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo2™. Anti-virus utility Installs the PC-cillin ...problems. This utility helps you can connect to remotely access files or control some hardware from the ASUS website. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0 driver. Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V5.0. You may also find this user guide...