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... the graphics port. • Check the brightness and contract controls of the monitor, make sure they are corrected properly. • Make sure that the device drivers are installed. • Enter BIOS setup and load default settings. • Make sure that the power cable is inserted properly in its expansion slot. •...
... the graphics port. • Check the brightness and contract controls of the monitor, make sure they are corrected properly. • Make sure that the device drivers are installed. • Enter BIOS setup and load default settings. • Make sure that the power cable is inserted properly in its expansion slot. •...
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... Exit menu 2-34 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 3.3 ASUS Instant Music Lite 3-5 3.4 VIA RAID configurations 3-7 3.4.1 Installing the Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks 3-7 3.4.2 Entering VIA Tech RAID BIOS Utility ... array (Performance 3-15 3.5.4 Creating a RAID 1 array (Security 3-16 3.5.5 Other FastBuild Utility Commands 3-18 3.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 3-20 3.7 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-21 v
... Exit menu 2-34 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 3.3 ASUS Instant Music Lite 3-5 3.4 VIA RAID configurations 3-7 3.4.1 Installing the Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks 3-7 3.4.2 Entering VIA Tech RAID BIOS Utility ... array (Performance 3-15 3.5.4 Creating a RAID 1 array (Security 3-16 3.5.5 Other FastBuild Utility Commands 3-18 3.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 3-20 3.7 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-21 v
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x K8V specifications summary Back panel I/O Internal I/O BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents 1 x Parallel port 1 x Serial port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 ... 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 WOL by PME, WOR by PME ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Trend Micro™ PC-cillin™ 2002 anti-virus software * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
x K8V specifications summary Back panel I/O Internal I/O BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents 1 x Parallel port 1 x Serial port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 ... 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 WOL by PME, WOR by PME ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Trend Micro™ PC-cillin™ 2002 anti-virus software * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Refer to the card. ASUS K8V motherboard 1-13 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 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard...
... the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Refer to the card. ASUS K8V motherboard 1-13 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 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard...
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... cards that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. shared INT B - shared shared - used - - - - - shared - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction shared - - - 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot...
... cards that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. shared INT B - shared shared - used - - - - - shared - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction shared - - - 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot...
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... pin of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND K8V ® K8V 12-Volt Fan Connectors CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation 6. USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC K8V ® K8V USB 2.0 Header USB78 1 USB56 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND • The USB... (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) If the USB ports on the fan connectors! ASUS K8V motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. Connect the USB cable of sufficient air flow within...
... pin of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND K8V ® K8V 12-Volt Fan Connectors CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation 6. USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC K8V ® K8V USB 2.0 Header USB78 1 USB56 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND • The USB... (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) If the USB ports on the fan connectors! ASUS K8V motherboard USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 1-21 These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. Connect the USB cable of sufficient air flow within...
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...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. 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 ... for general reference only. The contents of the support CD to change at any time without notice. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in this chapter for more information If Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. Click on an item...
...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. 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 ... for general reference only. The contents of the support CD to change at any time without notice. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in this chapter for more information If Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. Click on an item...
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... Windows® XP users, make sure to install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 to USB 2.0. VIA ATAPI vendor support driver - ASUS K8V motherboard 3-3 VIA Registry (INF) driver - USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to support USB 2.0. 3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports...
... Windows® XP users, make sure to install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 to USB 2.0. VIA ATAPI vendor support driver - ASUS K8V motherboard 3-3 VIA Registry (INF) driver - USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to support USB 2.0. 3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports...
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... 1 (mirroring) for protection, you can use two new drives or use either Windows® XP/2000 operating system (OS), copy first the Promise FastTrak 376 Driver from one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to a second drive. 3.5 Promise® RAID configurations The motherboard includes the Promise®... stacks. HDDs set up RAID0, RAID1, RAID0+1, and Multi-RAID configurations. Follow these steps to install the hard disks for creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 array: ASUS K8V motherboard 3-13
... 1 (mirroring) for protection, you can use two new drives or use either Windows® XP/2000 operating system (OS), copy first the Promise FastTrak 376 Driver from one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications to a second drive. 3.5 Promise® RAID configurations The motherboard includes the Promise®... stacks. HDDs set up RAID0, RAID1, RAID0+1, and Multi-RAID configurations. Follow these steps to install the hard disks for creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 array: ASUS K8V motherboard 3-13
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During the boot process, the MBFastTrak376 BIOS checks and displays the disk array information. 5. Install the RAID driver from the support CD that came with the space bar. Depending on the operating system you are installing, you have formatted the arrayed drives..., install an operating system (OS). Press any key to install the RAID driver during or after the OS installation. The OS will treat the RAID 0 array as a single hard drive. 6. ASUS K8V motherboard 3-15 After you may need to reboot the system. After making a selection, press to ...
During the boot process, the MBFastTrak376 BIOS checks and displays the disk array information. 5. Install the RAID driver from the support CD that came with the space bar. Depending on the operating system you are installing, you have formatted the arrayed drives..., install an operating system (OS). Press any key to install the RAID driver during or after the OS installation. The OS will treat the RAID 0 array as a single hard drive. 6. ASUS K8V motherboard 3-15 After you may need to reboot the system. After making a selection, press to ...
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...option. Depending on the operating system you are installing, you may need to do so may cause data loss. 1. Failure to install the RAID driver during or after the OS installation. Use the arrow keys to go to continue? (Yes/No) Y - Press for installing a new hard drive... to save your system, make sure that came with Existing Data Drive If you have formatted the arrayed drives, install an operating system (OS). 8. Abort ASUS K8V motherboard 3-17 Use the arrow keys to another? (Yes/No) Y - Continue N - Create and Duplicate N - Create Only 5. After you would like...
...option. Depending on the operating system you are installing, you may need to do so may cause data loss. 1. Failure to install the RAID driver during or after the OS installation. Use the arrow keys to go to continue? (Yes/No) Y - Press for installing a new hard drive... to save your system, make sure that came with Existing Data Drive If you have formatted the arrayed drives, install an operating system (OS). 8. Abort ASUS K8V motherboard 3-17 Use the arrow keys to another? (Yes/No) Y - Continue N - Create and Duplicate N - Create Only 5. After you would like...
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When the duplication process is highlighted. If an array is already installed), the RAID driver installation sequence may vary. 3.5.5 Other FastBuild Utility Commands Command options 3-6 on the FastBuild™ Utility main menu are not required for setting up , an error ... hard disks in the array: 1. 8. Reboot and enter the FastBuild™ Main Menu again. 6. Press to return to reboot the system. 11. Install the RAID driver from the support CD that your Security array has been created. 10. View Array (3): This command allows you are installing (or that is deleted by...
When the duplication process is highlighted. If an array is already installed), the RAID driver installation sequence may vary. 3.5.5 Other FastBuild Utility Commands Command options 3-6 on the FastBuild™ Utility main menu are not required for setting up , an error ... hard disks in the array: 1. 8. Reboot and enter the FastBuild™ Main Menu again. 6. Press to return to reboot the system. 11. Install the RAID driver from the support CD that your Security array has been created. 10. View Array (3): This command allows you are installing (or that is deleted by...
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...\378RAID\Makedisk.exe" of the motherboard support CD. 2. Follow succeeding screen instructions to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. To install the RAID driver: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts to press the F6 key to complete the process. 3. Insert the motherboard support CD...A. The Makedisk.exe utility for your RAID controller. Press then insert the floppy disk with the Promise® SATA 376 or FastTrak 376 driver is required when installing Windows® XP/2000 operating system. Insert a clean floppy disk into the CD-ROM drive and locate the Makedisk....
...\378RAID\Makedisk.exe" of the motherboard support CD. 2. Follow succeeding screen instructions to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. To install the RAID driver: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts to press the F6 key to complete the process. 3. Insert the motherboard support CD...A. The Makedisk.exe utility for your RAID controller. Press then insert the floppy disk with the Promise® SATA 376 or FastTrak 376 driver is required when installing Windows® XP/2000 operating system. Insert a clean floppy disk into the CD-ROM drive and locate the Makedisk....
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...Panel. 2. Make sure the Control Panel is set it to Enabled. button. Click OK to Classic View. 3. If you are using this feature. ASUS K8V motherboard 3-21 See section "2.4 Advanced Menu" for details. 4. Click the Power... Make sure to Yes. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup.... 5. Reboot your computer and set it to install the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application when using Windows® 2000/XP operating system: 1. 3.7 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet...
...Panel. 2. Make sure the Control Panel is set it to Enabled. button. Click OK to Classic View. 3. If you are using this feature. ASUS K8V motherboard 3-21 See section "2.4 Advanced Menu" for details. 4. Click the Power... Make sure to Yes. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup.... 5. Reboot your computer and set it to install the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application when using Windows® 2000/XP operating system: 1. 3.7 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet...
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...click the Start button. Automatic Mode is the recommended setting. 6. Click OK to effect settings. • Make sure to install the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application before using Windows® 98SE/ME operating system: 1. button. 4. Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen Saver...this feature. • The AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan Technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to select desired mode.
...click the Start button. Automatic Mode is the recommended setting. 6. Click OK to effect settings. • Make sure to install the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application before using Windows® 98SE/ME operating system: 1. button. 4. Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen Saver...this feature. • The AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan Technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to select desired mode.