P2B-N User Manual
Page 4
...Riser Card 14 3.2.2 B9-N Riser Card 14 3.2.3 Yeong-Yang Riser Card 14 3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure 17 3.4 Motherboard Settings 17 3.5 System Memory (DIMM 23 3.5.1 General DIMM Notes 23 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation 24 3.6 Central Processing ...35 3.8.3 Riser Card Connectors 36 3.9 Power Connection Procedures 41 4 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual FEATURES 8 2.1 The ASUS P2B-N Motherboard 8 2.1.1 Specifications 8 2.1.2 Special Features 9 2.1.3 Performance Features 10 2.1.4 Intelligence 10 2.2 ASUS P2B-N Parts 11 3. INTRODUCTION 7 1.1 How This Manual Is Organized 7 1.2 Item Checklist...
...Riser Card 14 3.2.2 B9-N Riser Card 14 3.2.3 Yeong-Yang Riser Card 14 3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure 17 3.4 Motherboard Settings 17 3.5 System Memory (DIMM 23 3.5.1 General DIMM Notes 23 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation 24 3.6 Central Processing ...35 3.8.3 Riser Card Connectors 36 3.9 Power Connection Procedures 41 4 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual FEATURES 8 2.1 The ASUS P2B-N Motherboard 8 2.1.1 Specifications 8 2.1.2 Special Features 9 2.1.3 Performance Features 10 2.1.4 Intelligence 10 2.2 ASUS P2B-N Parts 11 3. INTRODUCTION 7 1.1 How This Manual Is Organized 7 1.2 Item Checklist...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 7
...6. If you discover damaged or missing items, please contact your retailer. 1.2.1 Motherboard (1) ASUS motherboard (1) Universal retention mechanism for SECC2/SECC/SEPP (1) Support CD with ASUS riser cards. Appendix Optional items and general reference 1.2 Item Checklist Please check that...floppy disk drive cable (1) Bag of spare jumper caps (1) FDC slim CD-ROM cable (optional) ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 7 Software Setup Instructions on setting up the motherboard and jumpers 4. INTRODUCTION Manual / Checklist 1. See your package is divided into the following sections:...
...6. If you discover damaged or missing items, please contact your retailer. 1.2.1 Motherboard (1) ASUS motherboard (1) Universal retention mechanism for SECC2/SECC/SEPP (1) Support CD with ASUS riser cards. Appendix Optional items and general reference 1.2 Item Checklist Please check that...floppy disk drive cable (1) Bag of spare jumper caps (1) FDC slim CD-ROM cable (optional) ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 7 Software Setup Instructions on setting up the motherboard and jumpers 4. INTRODUCTION Manual / Checklist 1. See your package is divided into the following sections:...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 8
... CeleronTM SEPP (266MHz and faster) processors. • Multi-Cache: Supports processors with fan when connected to an ASUS P2T-Cable. • Hardware Monitoring (optional): Provides an easier way to 512MB. FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS P2B-N Motherboard The ASUS P2B-N is carefully designed for Windows 98 compatibility, built-in two channels, supports Ultra DMA/33, PIO Modes 3 and...
... CeleronTM SEPP (266MHz and faster) processors. • Multi-Cache: Supports processors with fan when connected to an ASUS P2T-Cable. • Hardware Monitoring (optional): Provides an easier way to 512MB. FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS P2B-N Motherboard The ASUS P2B-N is carefully designed for Windows 98 compatibility, built-in two channels, supports Ultra DMA/33, PIO Modes 3 and...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 9
... compatibility. (Requires DMI-enabled components.) • Easy Installation: Incorporates BIOS that support OS Direct Power Management (OSPM) functionality. ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 9 The new PC'98 requirements for systems and components are based on the following high-level goals: Support ...of hard disk drives, PS/2 mouse, and Plug and Play devices to communicate within a standard protocol creating a higher level of ASUS smart series motherboards meet PC'98 compliancy. FEATURES • Universal Retention Mechanism: Supports a Pentium® III / II processor packaged in a ...
... compatibility. (Requires DMI-enabled components.) • Easy Installation: Incorporates BIOS that support OS Direct Power Management (OSPM) functionality. ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 9 The new PC'98 requirements for systems and components are based on the following high-level goals: Support ...of hard disk drives, PS/2 mouse, and Plug and Play devices to communicate within a standard protocol creating a higher level of ASUS smart series motherboards meet PC'98 compliancy. FEATURES • Universal Retention Mechanism: Supports a Pentium® III / II processor packaged in a ...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 10
... Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM) which can access their limited resources more memory and hard drive space to critical motherboard components. The system resource monitor will give the user information on managing their computers from anywhere in . 2. Suggestions...8226; Voltage Monitoring and Alert (only w/ hardware monitor): System voltage levels are used up to ensure proper system configuration and management. 10 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual Voltage specifications are set for less than 4 seconds, the system enters the soft-off mode, depending on remotely through an...
... Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM) which can access their limited resources more memory and hard drive space to critical motherboard components. The system resource monitor will give the user information on managing their computers from anywhere in . 2. Suggestions...8226; Voltage Monitoring and Alert (only w/ hardware monitor): System voltage levels are used up to ensure proper system configuration and management. 10 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual Voltage specifications are set for less than 4 seconds, the system enters the soft-off mode, depending on remotely through an...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 11
... AGP 2X/Rage IIC VGA Chipset* CPU Slot 1 Universal Folding Retention Mechanism Intel PIIX4E PCIset Intel 440BX AGPset Slim CD-ROM Connector ASUS ASIC Keyboard BIOS, Multi-I/O Programmable Flash EEPROM H/W Monitoring ASIC* *Optional at the time of purchase ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 11 FEA TURES Motherboard Parts 2. COM 1 B: Serial Conn. FEATURES 2.2 ASUS P2B-N Parts T: Parallel Conn.
... AGP 2X/Rage IIC VGA Chipset* CPU Slot 1 Universal Folding Retention Mechanism Intel PIIX4E PCIset Intel 440BX AGPset Slim CD-ROM Connector ASUS ASIC Keyboard BIOS, Multi-I/O Programmable Flash EEPROM H/W Monitoring ASIC* *Optional at the time of purchase ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 11 FEA TURES Motherboard Parts 2. COM 1 B: Serial Conn. FEATURES 2.2 ASUS P2B-N Parts T: Parallel Conn.
P2B-N User Manual
Page 12
H/W SETUP Motherboard Layout 3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.1 Motherboard Layout COM 1 Parallel COM 2 Port Connector PS/2 TOP: MOUSE BOTTOM: KEYBOARD ...CPU Slot 1 ATI 3D Rage Pro AGP 2X/ Rage IIC VGA Chipset PCI Audio AUDIS_EN Intel PIIX4E Chipset ® P2B-N DIMM Socket 2 (64/72-bit, 168-pin module) DIMM Socket 1 (64/72-bit, 168-pin module...) BF0 BF1 BF2 BF3 CDROM Connector Intel 440BX AGPset 3 2 1 0 Row Keyboard BIOS, RTC, & Multi-I/O ASUS ASIC FS0 FS1 FS2 BUS FREQ SELECT CMOS Power CR2032 3 Volt Cell KB_WAKE CLR_RTC Flash EEPROM (Programmable BIOS) CHASIS_FAN (Grayed items...
H/W SETUP Motherboard Layout 3. HARDWARE SETUP 3.1 Motherboard Layout COM 1 Parallel COM 2 Port Connector PS/2 TOP: MOUSE BOTTOM: KEYBOARD ...CPU Slot 1 ATI 3D Rage Pro AGP 2X/ Rage IIC VGA Chipset PCI Audio AUDIS_EN Intel PIIX4E Chipset ® P2B-N DIMM Socket 2 (64/72-bit, 168-pin module) DIMM Socket 1 (64/72-bit, 168-pin module...) BF0 BF1 BF2 BF3 CDROM Connector Intel 440BX AGPset 3 2 1 0 Row Keyboard BIOS, RTC, & Multi-I/O ASUS ASIC FS0 FS1 FS2 BUS FREQ SELECT CMOS Power CR2032 3 Volt Cell KB_WAKE CLR_RTC Flash EEPROM (Programmable BIOS) CHASIS_FAN (Grayed items...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 13
HARDWARE SETUP Motherboard Settings 1) VIO 2) LANDIS_EN 3) AUDIS_EN 4) KB_WAKE 5) FS0, FS1, FS2 6) BF0, BF1, BF2, BF3 p. 18 Voltage Input/Output Selection p. 18 LAN Setting (Enable/Disable) p. 19 Audio Setting (... Drive Connector (50-3 pins) p. 35 Voice Modem In Connector (4 pins) p. 36 ATI Multimedia Connector (40-3 pin block) p. 36 Back Panel Audio Connectors (10-1 pin block) ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 13 3. H/W SETUP Layout Contents 3.
HARDWARE SETUP Motherboard Settings 1) VIO 2) LANDIS_EN 3) AUDIS_EN 4) KB_WAKE 5) FS0, FS1, FS2 6) BF0, BF1, BF2, BF3 p. 18 Voltage Input/Output Selection p. 18 LAN Setting (Enable/Disable) p. 19 Audio Setting (... Drive Connector (50-3 pins) p. 35 Voice Modem In Connector (4 pins) p. 36 ATI Multimedia Connector (40-3 pin block) p. 36 Back Panel Audio Connectors (10-1 pin block) ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 13 3. H/W SETUP Layout Contents 3.
P2B-N User Manual
Page 17
... Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply 6. To protect them against damage from the system. 3. If you must complete the following steps: 1. WARNING! H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 17 Unplug your computer when working on your computer. 1. Hold components by the edges and try not to a metal object, such as the...
... Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply 6. To protect them against damage from the system. 3. If you must complete the following steps: 1. WARNING! H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 17 Unplug your computer when working on your computer. 1. Hold components by the edges and try not to a metal object, such as the...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 18
H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 3. The default is strongly recommended that you to select the voltage supplied to the DRAM, chipset, AGP, and the CPU's I/O buffer. It is set to become unstable. Setting this jumper. LANDIS EN Setting Enable [2-3] (default) Disable [1-2] LANDIS_EN 3 2 1 Disable (Default) LANDIS_EN 3 2 1 Enable P2B-N Onboard LAN Setting 18 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP...
H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 3. The default is strongly recommended that you to select the voltage supplied to the DRAM, chipset, AGP, and the CPU's I/O buffer. It is set to become unstable. Setting this jumper. LANDIS EN Setting Enable [2-3] (default) Disable [1-2] LANDIS_EN 3 2 1 Disable (Default) LANDIS_EN 3 2 1 Enable P2B-N Onboard LAN Setting 18 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 19
...or else conflicts will not power on the +5VSB lead. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 3. Set this jumper. The default is set this to power up function. AUDIS EN Setting Enable [2-3] (default) Disable [1-2] P2B-N Onboard Audio Setting AUDIS_EN 321 Disable AUDIS_EN 321 Enable (Default) 4) ... and if you wish to use your computer. KB WAKE Setting Disable Enable [1-2] (default) [2-3] P2B-N Keyboard Wake Up KB_WAKE 321 Disable (Default) KB_WAKE 321 Enable ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 19 Your computer will occur. WARNING! This feature requires an ATX power supply that...
...or else conflicts will not power on the +5VSB lead. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 3. Set this jumper. The default is set this to power up function. AUDIS EN Setting Enable [2-3] (default) Disable [1-2] P2B-N Onboard Audio Setting AUDIS_EN 321 Disable AUDIS_EN 321 Enable (Default) 4) ... and if you wish to use your computer. KB WAKE Setting Disable Enable [1-2] (default) [2-3] P2B-N Keyboard Wake Up KB_WAKE 321 Disable (Default) KB_WAKE 321 Enable ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 19 Your computer will occur. WARNING! This feature requires an ATX power supply that...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 20
...; FS1 → FS2 → 321 321 321 CPU → 103.0MHZ 112.0MHZ 133.0MHZ PCI → 33.4MHZ 37.3MHZ 33.3MHZ P2B-N CPU Bus Frequency Setting R ® 6) CPU Core:Bus Frequency Multiple (BF0, BF1, BF2, BF3) This option sets the frequency multiple between the... 4.5x(9/2) 5.0x(5/1) 5.5x(11/2) 6.0x(6/1) 6.5x(13/2) BF3 BF2 BF1 BF0 BF3 BF2 BF1 BF0 BF3 BF2 BF1 BF0 3 2 1 7.0x(7/1) 7.5x(15/2) 8.0x(8/1) P2B-N CPU Core:Bus Frequency Multiple Selection 20 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 3. These must be set in conjunction with the CPU Bus Frequency.
...; FS1 → FS2 → 321 321 321 CPU → 103.0MHZ 112.0MHZ 133.0MHZ PCI → 33.4MHZ 37.3MHZ 33.3MHZ P2B-N CPU Bus Frequency Setting R ® 6) CPU Core:Bus Frequency Multiple (BF0, BF1, BF2, BF3) This option sets the frequency multiple between the... 4.5x(9/2) 5.0x(5/1) 5.5x(11/2) 6.0x(6/1) 6.5x(13/2) BF3 BF2 BF1 BF0 BF3 BF2 BF1 BF0 BF3 BF2 BF1 BF0 3 2 1 7.0x(7/1) 7.5x(15/2) 8.0x(8/1) P2B-N CPU Core:Bus Frequency Multiple Selection 20 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 3. These must be set in conjunction with the CPU Bus Frequency.
P2B-N User Manual
Page 21
...above 100MHz exceed the specifications for PCI cards and are not guaranteed to be stable. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 21 3. Bus Freq. 6.0x 100MHz 5.5x 100MHz 5.0x 100MHz 4.5x 100MHz...[1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] For updated processor settings, please visit ASUS' web site (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION). WARNING!
...above 100MHz exceed the specifications for PCI cards and are not guaranteed to be stable. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 21 3. Bus Freq. 6.0x 100MHz 5.5x 100MHz 5.0x 100MHz 4.5x 100MHz...[1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] For updated processor settings, please visit ASUS' web site (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION). WARNING!
P2B-N User Manual
Page 22
3. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 22 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP (This page was intentionally left blank.) 3.
3. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 22 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP (This page was intentionally left blank.) 3.
P2B-N User Manual
Page 23
.... 3.5.1 General DIMM Notes • For the system CPU bus to ensure system stability. • ASUS motherboards support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs. This is required after adding or removing memory. ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 23 To utilize the chipset's Error Checking and Correction (ECC) feature, you must... DIMM module with higher pin density than EDO (Ex- Sockets are used because of the strict timing issues involved under this motherboard operates at 100MHz, most system will not even boot if non-compliant modules are available for best performance vs. H/W SETUP System Memory ...
.... 3.5.1 General DIMM Notes • For the system CPU bus to ensure system stability. • ASUS motherboards support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs. This is required after adding or removing memory. ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 23 To utilize the chipset's Error Checking and Correction (ECC) feature, you must... DIMM module with higher pin density than EDO (Ex- Sockets are used because of the strict timing issues involved under this motherboard operates at 100MHz, most system will not even boot if non-compliant modules are available for best performance vs. H/W SETUP System Memory ...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 24
... SDRAM DIMMs have different pin contacts on either side of pins are different on each side and therefore have the same pin contacts on the motherboard. HARDWARE SETUP 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. Because the number of the breaks, the module will shift between left, ... the type and also to prevent the wrong type from being inserted into the DIMM slot on both sides. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM. 24 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual You must be 3.3Volt unbuffered SDRAMs. To determine the DIMM type, check the notches on the DIMMs...
... SDRAM DIMMs have different pin contacts on either side of pins are different on each side and therefore have the same pin contacts on the motherboard. HARDWARE SETUP 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. Because the number of the breaks, the module will shift between left, ... the type and also to prevent the wrong type from being inserted into the DIMM slot on both sides. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM. 24 ASUS P2B-N User's Manual You must be 3.3Volt unbuffered SDRAMs. To determine the DIMM type, check the notches on the DIMMs...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 25
... may be connected to SECC2 fan except that your retention mechanism and fan may install an auxiliary chassis fan, if necessary. WARNING! Your motherboard provides a Slot 1 connector for a Pentium® III processor packaged in a Single Edge Contact Cartridge (SECC2), a Pentium® II ...CPU Cards for Celeron processors) is sufficient air circulation across the processor's heatsink by regularly checking that the clamping design is working. ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 25 Be sure that can allow Socket 370 processors to be used on recommended heatsinks for Pentium III / II ...
... may be connected to SECC2 fan except that your retention mechanism and fan may install an auxiliary chassis fan, if necessary. WARNING! Your motherboard provides a Slot 1 connector for a Pentium® III processor packaged in a Single Edge Contact Cartridge (SECC2), a Pentium® II ...CPU Cards for Celeron processors) is sufficient air circulation across the processor's heatsink by regularly checking that the clamping design is working. ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 25 Be sure that can allow Socket 370 processors to be used on recommended heatsinks for Pentium III / II ...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 27
... fully inserted. otherwise, the CPU will overheat. SECC SECC2/SEPP Push lock inward CPU fan cable to fan connector CPU fan cable to fan connector ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 27 SECC with Pentium® II only: Push the SECC's two locks inward until it is firmly seated on the Slot 1 ... only: The SECC locks should be outward when secured so that the lock shows through the retention mechanism's lock holes. With the heatsink facing the motherboard's chipset, push the SECC, SECC2, or SEPP gently but firmly into the Slot 1 connector until you hear a click (the picture in step 2...
... fully inserted. otherwise, the CPU will overheat. SECC SECC2/SEPP Push lock inward CPU fan cable to fan connector CPU fan cable to fan connector ASUS P2B-N User's Manual 27 SECC with Pentium® II only: Push the SECC's two locks inward until it is firmly seated on the Slot 1 ... only: The SECC locks should be outward when secured so that the lock shows through the retention mechanism's lock holes. With the heatsink facing the motherboard's chipset, push the SECC, SECC2, or SEPP gently but firmly into the Slot 1 connector until you hear a click (the picture in step 2...
P2B-N User Manual
Page 28
... III/II processor packaged in an SECC2/SECC, or a Celeron™ processor packaged in a Slot 1 motherboard with optional hardware monitor) ASUS provides two smart solutions to give the most accurate reading of the Celeron™ heatsink (right), as indicated...ASUS P2B-N User's Manual To Use the ASUS S-P2FAN See 2. 3. ASUS S-P2FAN Thermal Cable CPU Fan Cable The optional ASUS Smart Fan or ASUS S-P2FAN is optimized by ASUS to Slot 1 CPU thermal problems: the ASUS Smart Fan or ASUS S-P2FAN and the ASUS P2T-Cable. H/W SETUP CPU 3. ASUS P2T-Cable The optional ASUS...
... III/II processor packaged in an SECC2/SECC, or a Celeron™ processor packaged in a Slot 1 motherboard with optional hardware monitor) ASUS provides two smart solutions to give the most accurate reading of the Celeron™ heatsink (right), as indicated...ASUS P2B-N User's Manual To Use the ASUS S-P2FAN See 2. 3. ASUS S-P2FAN Thermal Cable CPU Fan Cable The optional ASUS Smart Fan or ASUS S-P2FAN is optimized by ASUS to Slot 1 CPU thermal problems: the ASUS Smart Fan or ASUS S-P2FAN and the ASUS P2T-Cable. H/W SETUP CPU 3. ASUS P2T-Cable The optional ASUS...