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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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x 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...
x 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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...DIMM Unlocked A DDR DIMM is properly seated. Refer to avoid damaging the DIMM. 1.8 Expansion slots To install and configure an expansion card: 1. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 1-13 Align a DIMM on the socket such that came with a notch so that it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed ... following the instructions that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to install a DIMM. 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to the tables next page....
...DIMM Unlocked A DDR DIMM is properly seated. Refer to avoid damaging the DIMM. 1.8 Expansion slots To install and configure an expansion card: 1. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 1-13 Align a DIMM on the socket such that came with a notch so that it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed ... following the instructions that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to install a DIMM. 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to the tables next page....
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... using PCI cards on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 - - - INT B -
... using PCI cards on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 - - - INT B -
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...to this header. You may damage the motherboard components. These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. Lack of the connector. DO NOT place jumper caps on the rear panel are not jumpers! Connect the USB... each cable matches the ground pin of sufficient air flow within the system may install the USB module in the chassis front panel. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA...
...to this header. You may damage the motherboard components. These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. Lack of the connector. DO NOT place jumper caps on the rear panel are not jumpers! Connect the USB... each cable matches the ground pin of sufficient air flow within the system may install the USB module in the chassis front panel. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA...
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The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MTRR Mapping [Continous] Sets the MTRR mapping method. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Enables or ... CPU-related information auto-detected by BIOS. Device driver developers may enable it for testing purpose. GART Error Reporting MTRR Mapping Cool N'Quiet Memory Configuration [Disabled] [Continous] [Enabled] This option should always be spread out over BANKS on the same NODES, decreasing access contention. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 2-15 DDR Reference Voltage [Auto] Allows...
The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MTRR Mapping [Continous] Sets the MTRR mapping method. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Enables or ... CPU-related information auto-detected by BIOS. Device driver developers may enable it for testing purpose. GART Error Reporting MTRR Mapping Cool N'Quiet Memory Configuration [Disabled] [Continous] [Enabled] This option should always be spread out over BANKS on the same NODES, decreasing access contention. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 2-15 DDR Reference Voltage [Auto] Allows...
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... of your computer, browse the contents of the support CD are subject to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Click an item to install Click an icon to display 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. 3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system (OS)....
... of your computer, browse the contents of the support CD are subject to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Click an item to install Click an icon to display 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. 3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system (OS)....
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... 'n' Quiet! SIS 760 Graphics Driver Installs the SiS 760GX graphics controller driver. SIS RAID Controller Driver Installs the SIS RAID controller driver. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 3-3 USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to activate the devices. Install the necessary drivers to USB 2.0. Technology drivers. 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed...
... 'n' Quiet! SIS 760 Graphics Driver Installs the SiS 760GX graphics controller driver. SIS RAID Controller Driver Installs the SIS RAID controller driver. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 3-3 USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to activate the devices. Install the necessary drivers to USB 2.0. Technology drivers. 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed...
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... This program allows you to the ASUS website. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo2™. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0 driver. ASUS AMD Cool'n'Quiet Software Installs the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet! Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V5.0. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet...
... This program allows you to the ASUS website. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo2™. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0 driver. ASUS AMD Cool'n'Quiet Software Installs the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet! Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V5.0. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet...
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...a second drive. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on multiple disks that appear as a RAID set , copy first the RAID driver from the support CD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to a selected hard disk drive. Use two new drives or use...applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other RAID performance benefits. Refer to section "3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk" for a RAID configuration: 1. 3.3 RAID configurations The SIS 965L southbridge comes with a RAID controller that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard...
...a second drive. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on multiple disks that appear as a RAID set , copy first the RAID driver from the support CD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to a selected hard disk drive. Use two new drives or use...applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other RAID performance benefits. Refer to section "3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk" for a RAID configuration: 1. 3.3 RAID configurations The SIS 965L southbridge comes with a RAID controller that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard...
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... choose 1 ~ 3:_ 7. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the optical drive. 6. To install the RAID driver: 1. Press during POST to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. Place the motherboard support CD into the floppy disk drive. 5. Insert a floppy disk into the optical...Follow the succeeding screen instructions to create a SIS RAID driver disk. 4. 3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. 3. When the Drivers menu appears, click SIS RAID Controller Driver Disk to complete the installation. 3-16 Chapter 3: Software...
... choose 1 ~ 3:_ 7. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the optical drive. 6. To install the RAID driver: 1. Press during POST to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. Place the motherboard support CD into the floppy disk drive. 5. Insert a floppy disk into the optical...Follow the succeeding screen instructions to create a SIS RAID driver disk. 4. 3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. 3. When the Drivers menu appears, click SIS RAID Controller Driver Disk to complete the installation. 3-16 Chapter 3: Software...
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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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x 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...
x 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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... such that it fits in only one direction. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Follow these steps to the tables next page. 4. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 1-13 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap...
... such that it fits in only one direction. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Follow these steps to the tables next page. 4. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 1-13 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap...
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... 2 LAN AGP slot VGA slot INT A shared - - - - INT B - shared - - shared - - - shared shared INT D - - 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...
... 2 LAN AGP slot VGA slot INT A shared - - - - INT B - shared - - shared - - - shared shared INT D - - 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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...+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. The module has two USB 2.0 ports for additional USB ports. You may damage the motherboard components. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making... 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.
...+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. The module has two USB 2.0 ports for additional USB ports. You may damage the motherboard components. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making... 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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... MHz :2.5 :3 CLK :3 CLK :7 CLK Interleaving allows memory accesses to use the AMD CPU Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 2-15 The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Enables or disables the GART Error Reporting feature. Device... driver developers may enable it for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Continous] [Discrete] Cool N' Quiet [Enabled] Allows you to automatically ...
... MHz :2.5 :3 CLK :3 CLK :7 CLK Interleaving allows memory accesses to use the AMD CPU Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature. ASUS K8S-MX motherboard 2-15 The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Enables or disables the GART Error Reporting feature. Device... driver developers may enable it for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Continous] [Discrete] Cool N' Quiet [Enabled] Allows you to automatically ...
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The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to...operating system (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the ASUS website for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your OS documentation for...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.
The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to...operating system (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the ASUS website for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your OS documentation for...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.
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.../100 LAN solution that the motherboard supports. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to activate the devices. 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. AGP SiS 760 driver Installs the SiS 760GX Graphics controller driver. For Windows® XP users, make sure...
.../100 LAN solution that the motherboard supports. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to activate the devices. 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. AGP SiS 760 driver Installs the SiS 760GX Graphics controller driver. For Windows® XP users, make sure...
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... the Microsoft DirectX™9.0 driver. View the PC-cillin online help for viewing files saved in the office. 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as stated. You may also find this user guide. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support ASUS PC Probe This smart utility ...Access application that you have an Internet connection so you to remotely access files or control some hardware from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that allow users to download the latest version of this information on any detected problems. This...
... the Microsoft DirectX™9.0 driver. View the PC-cillin online help for viewing files saved in the office. 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as stated. You may also find this user guide. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support ASUS PC Probe This smart utility ...Access application that you have an Internet connection so you to remotely access files or control some hardware from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that allow users to download the latest version of this information on any detected problems. This...