Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
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...the setup screen shown is the message and legend box. The message describes the function of the screen is for reference only. Technical Updates A7V600 Motherboard IE1372 A7V600 Technical Updates 3.4.2 Entering VIA® Tech RAID BIOS Utility (page 3-9) 1. See page 2-22. 4. The RAID BIOS information on your... the hard disk attached to VIA IDE controller F1 : View Array/Disk Status , : Move to the next item Confirm the selection Exit ASUS A7V600 Technical Updates 1 F1 Enter : ESC : View Array/Disk Status Move to next item Enter: Confirme the selection ESC : Exit Array Name...
...the setup screen shown is the message and legend box. The message describes the function of the screen is for reference only. Technical Updates A7V600 Motherboard IE1372 A7V600 Technical Updates 3.4.2 Entering VIA® Tech RAID BIOS Utility (page 3-9) 1. See page 2-22. 4. The RAID BIOS information on your... the hard disk attached to VIA IDE controller F1 : View Array/Disk Status , : Move to the next item Confirm the selection Exit ASUS A7V600 Technical Updates 1 F1 Enter : ESC : View Array/Disk Status Move to next item Enter: Confirme the selection ESC : Exit Array Name...
A7V600 User Manual
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Motherboard Info ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-1 Chapter 1 This chapter gives information about the ASUS A7V600 motherboard that came with the system.This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
Motherboard Info ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-1 Chapter 1 This chapter gives information about the ASUS A7V600 motherboard that came with the system.This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
A7V600 User Manual
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Based on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your ASUS A7V600 package for buying the ASUS® A7V600 motherboard! Before you for the following items. ASUS A7V600 motherboard ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in a motherboard. Serial ATA cable 2-port USB 2.0... such as 6-channel audio, Gigabit LAN and S/PDIF out features. The ASUS A7V600 motherboard is loaded with FSB 400 and DDR 400 support, the ASUS A7V600 also features AGP 8X, Serial ATA, USB 2.0 as well as ASUS C.O.P., C.P.R. , CrashFree BIOS2, Q-Fan and more are included to deliver the...
Based on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your ASUS A7V600 package for buying the ASUS® A7V600 motherboard! Before you for the following items. ASUS A7V600 motherboard ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in a motherboard. Serial ATA cable 2-port USB 2.0... such as 6-channel audio, Gigabit LAN and S/PDIF out features. The ASUS A7V600 motherboard is loaded with FSB 400 and DDR 400 support, the ASUS A7V600 also features AGP 8X, Serial ATA, USB 2.0 as well as ASUS C.O.P., C.P.R. , CrashFree BIOS2, Q-Fan and more are included to deliver the...
A7V600 User Manual
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.../100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Control (IEEE 802.3 compliant) and Physical Layer Transceiver solution to 2.12 GB/s. Visit the ASUS website for the latest qualified DDR400 module list.) AGP 8X support AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is onboard to provide a single-chip...productivity and enhanced digital media experience. Serial ATA technology The motherboard bundles the new Serial ATA technology through the SATA interfaces onboard. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-3 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights 400 FSB K7 Platform Combining support for the next generation AMD Athlon™ XP...
.../100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Control (IEEE 802.3 compliant) and Physical Layer Transceiver solution to 2.12 GB/s. Visit the ASUS website for the latest qualified DDR400 module list.) AGP 8X support AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is onboard to provide a single-chip...productivity and enhanced digital media experience. Serial ATA technology The motherboard bundles the new Serial ATA technology through the SATA interfaces onboard. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-3 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights 400 FSB K7 Platform Combining support for the next generation AMD Athlon™ XP...
A7V600 User Manual
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...8226; adjustable CPU frequency multiple in CMOS for critical components. The system fan rotations per minute (RPM) is monitored by the ASUS ASIC to update the motherboard BIOS through a user-friendly interface. A chassis intrusion event is retained in BIOS using the..., fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is monitored for timely failure detection. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-5 Connect to the Internet then to the ASUS FTP site nearest you to prevent overheating and damage. ASUS update This utility allows you to ensure stable supply of current for more protection....
...8226; adjustable CPU frequency multiple in CMOS for critical components. The system fan rotations per minute (RPM) is monitored by the ASUS ASIC to update the motherboard BIOS through a user-friendly interface. A chassis intrusion event is retained in BIOS using the..., fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is monitored for timely failure detection. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-5 Connect to the Internet then to the ASUS FTP site nearest you to prevent overheating and damage. ASUS update This utility allows you to ensure stable supply of current for more protection....
A7V600 User Manual
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...commonly used Super I /O controller. These two 10-1 pin connectors accomodate the bundled USB 2.0 module. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the floppy disk drive. This connector accommodates the provided ribbon cable for the latest qualified PC3200 (DDR400.... 10 Super I /O functionality. The chipset supports a highperformance floppy disk controller for 3D graphical applications. 8 Serial ATA connectors. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-7 1.4.1 Core specifications 1 CPU socket. This LED lights up to prevent incorrect insertion of the floppy disk cable. 7 ...
...commonly used Super I /O controller. These two 10-1 pin connectors accomodate the bundled USB 2.0 module. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the floppy disk drive. This connector accommodates the provided ribbon cable for the latest qualified PC3200 (DDR400.... 10 Super I /O functionality. The chipset supports a highperformance floppy disk controller for 3D graphical applications. 8 Serial ATA connectors. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-7 1.4.1 Core specifications 1 CPU socket. This LED lights up to prevent incorrect insertion of the floppy disk cable. 7 ...
A7V600 User Manual
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... Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In AUX CD VIA KT600 Chipset PWR_FAN Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 3Com 3C940 Gbit LAN FP_AUDIO PCI1 A7V600 PCI2 VIA VT8237 South Bridge SATA2 SATA1 AD1980 CODEC MODEM PCI3 SPDIF_OUT2 PCI4 PCI5 ® PCI6 COM2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power CLRTC Super...
... Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In AUX CD VIA KT600 Chipset PWR_FAN Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 3Com 3C940 Gbit LAN FP_AUDIO PCI1 A7V600 PCI2 VIA VT8237 South Bridge SATA2 SATA1 AD1980 CODEC MODEM PCI3 SPDIF_OUT2 PCI4 PCI5 ® PCI6 COM2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power CLRTC Super...
A7V600 User Manual
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... physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.7.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-11 Make sure to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to do so may damage the motherboard. Failure to...
... physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.7.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-11 Make sure to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to do so may damage the motherboard. Failure to...
A7V600 User Manual
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DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 104 Pins 80 Pins A7V600 ® A7V600 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets A DDR DIMM is double notched. DDR400 One DIMM support only Vendor Size Type P/N Chip Samsung KingMax Micron Micron NANYA Infineon ... 512MB 512MB 256MB 256 Type DS DS SS SS P/N MAG16UL3264D1TG5A-KC MT16VDDT6464AG-40BC4 NT256D64S88B1G-5T MDOSS6F3G31JB1EAE Chip GL3LC32G88TG-5A MT46V32M8TG-5BC NT5DS32M8BT-5T K4H560838D-TCC4 ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-13 Also, a DDR DIMM is single notched while an SDR DIMM is keyed with this motherboard. Make sure to avoid damaging the DIMM. DO...
DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 104 Pins 80 Pins A7V600 ® A7V600 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets A DDR DIMM is double notched. DDR400 One DIMM support only Vendor Size Type P/N Chip Samsung KingMax Micron Micron NANYA Infineon ... 512MB 512MB 256MB 256 Type DS DS SS SS P/N MAG16UL3264D1TG5A-KC MT16VDDT6464AG-40BC4 NT256D64S88B1G-5T MDOSS6F3G31JB1EAE Chip GL3LC32G88TG-5A MT46V32M8TG-5BC NT5DS32M8BT-5T K4H560838D-TCC4 ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-13 Also, a DDR DIMM is single notched while an SDR DIMM is keyed with this motherboard. Make sure to avoid damaging the DIMM. DO...
A7V600 User Manual
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...they fit the AGP slot on the card golden fingers to ensure that supports +1.5V AGP cards only. shared - - - shared - - shared - - - A7V600 Keyed for this motherboard PCI slot PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot 4 PCI slot 5 PCI slot 6 AGP slot USB 1.1 UHCI 1 USB 1.1 ... EHCI USB Device AC97 Codec Onboard LAN Onboard SATA Onboard IDE A - shared shared -- -- shared - IRQ assignments for 1.5v ® A7V600 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-15 Note the notches on your motherboard. D shared - - - When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask ...
...they fit the AGP slot on the card golden fingers to ensure that supports +1.5V AGP cards only. shared - - - shared - - shared - - - A7V600 Keyed for this motherboard PCI slot PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot 4 PCI slot 5 PCI slot 6 AGP slot USB 1.1 UHCI 1 USB 1.1 ... EHCI USB Device AC97 Codec Onboard LAN Onboard SATA Onboard IDE A - shared shared -- -- shared - IRQ assignments for 1.5v ® A7V600 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-15 Note the notches on your motherboard. D shared - - - When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask ...
A7V600 User Manual
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KBPWR 12 23 A7V600 +5V (Default) +5VSB ® A7V600 Keyboard Power Setting ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-17 The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal or in the BIOS (see section 4.5.1 Power Up ... connect to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) if you can supply at least 2A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in sleep mode. USBPW12 USBPW34 12 23 A7V600 ® +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW78 USBPW56 12 23 A7V600 USB Device Wake Up +5V (Default) +5VSB 2. Otherwise, the system does not power up feature.
KBPWR 12 23 A7V600 +5V (Default) +5VSB ® A7V600 Keyboard Power Setting ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-17 The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal or in the BIOS (see section 4.5.1 Power Up ... connect to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) if you can supply at least 2A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in sleep mode. USBPW12 USBPW34 12 23 A7V600 ® +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW78 USBPW56 12 23 A7V600 USB Device Wake Up +5V (Default) +5VSB 2. Otherwise, the system does not power up feature.
A7V600 User Manual
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...supports UltraDMA/133/100. one for the primary IDE connector and another UltraDMA/133/100/66 cable. BIOS supports specific device bootup. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-19 IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) This connector supports the provided UltraDMA/133/100/66 IDE hard disk ribbon ...connector. 1. This prevents incorrect orientation when you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. A7V600 PRI_IDE SEC_IDE ® A7V600 IDE Connectors PIN 1 PIN 1 For UltraDMA/133/100/66 IDE devices, use an 80-conductor IDE cable. If you ...
...supports UltraDMA/133/100. one for the primary IDE connector and another UltraDMA/133/100/66 cable. BIOS supports specific device bootup. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-19 IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) This connector supports the provided UltraDMA/133/100/66 IDE hard disk ribbon ...connector. 1. This prevents incorrect orientation when you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. A7V600 PRI_IDE SEC_IDE ® A7V600 IDE Connectors PIN 1 PIN 1 For UltraDMA/133/100/66 IDE devices, use an 80-conductor IDE cable. If you ...
A7V600 User Manual
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...3VDC -12.0VDC GND PS_ON# GND GND GND -5.0VDC +5.0VDC +5.0VDC +3.3VDC +3.3VDC GND +5.0VDC GND +5.0VDC GND PWR_OK +5VSB +12.0VDC ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-21 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to an ATX 12V power supply. These are designed to the fan connectors on the ...the power supply is 230W, or 300W for a fully configured system. GND +12V Rotation Rotation +12V GND PWR_FAN CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND A7V600 CHA_FAN ® A7V600 12-Volt Fan Connectors 5. The minimum recommended wattage is inadequate. The plugs from the power supply are not jumpers! 4. The system may become...
...3VDC -12.0VDC GND PS_ON# GND GND GND -5.0VDC +5.0VDC +5.0VDC +3.3VDC +3.3VDC GND +5.0VDC GND +5.0VDC GND PWR_OK +5VSB +12.0VDC ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-21 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to an ATX 12V power supply. These are designed to the fan connectors on the ...the power supply is 230W, or 300W for a fully configured system. GND +12V Rotation Rotation +12V GND PWR_FAN CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND A7V600 CHA_FAN ® A7V600 12-Volt Fan Connectors 5. The minimum recommended wattage is inadequate. The plugs from the power supply are not jumpers! 4. The system may become...
A7V600 User Manual
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...+5V MIDI_IN J2B2 J2CY MIDI_OUT J2CX J2B1 +5V A7V600 ® A7V600 Game Connector GAME The GAME/MIDI module is purchased separately. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME) This connector supports a GAME/MIDI module. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-23 Serial port connector (10-1 pin ...COM2) This green connector accomodate a second serial port using an optional serial port bracket. A7V600 COM2 PIN 1 ® A7V600 Serial COM2 Bracket The COM2 cable is purchased separately...
...+5V MIDI_IN J2B2 J2CY MIDI_OUT J2CX J2B1 +5V A7V600 ® A7V600 Game Connector GAME The GAME/MIDI module is purchased separately. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME) This connector supports a GAME/MIDI module. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-23 Serial port connector (10-1 pin ...COM2) This green connector accomodate a second serial port using an optional serial port bracket. A7V600 COM2 PIN 1 ® A7V600 Serial COM2 Bracket The COM2 cable is purchased separately...
A7V600 User Manual
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...Connectors SATA2 SATA1 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND 13. ExtSMI# Ground PWR Ground Reset Ground A7V600 Reset SW IDE_LED ATX Power ® SMI Lead Switch* * Requires an ATX power supply. Connect the serial ATA cable to this connector... Panel Connectors • System Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PLED) This 3-1 pin connector connects to a serial ATA ready hard disk. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-25 The LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. ...
...Connectors SATA2 SATA1 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND 13. ExtSMI# Ground PWR Ground Reset Ground A7V600 Reset SW IDE_LED ATX Power ® SMI Lead Switch* * Requires an ATX power supply. Connect the serial ATA cable to this connector... Panel Connectors • System Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PLED) This 3-1 pin connector connects to a serial ATA ready hard disk. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 1-25 The LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. ...
A7V600 User Manual
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BIOS Information ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 2-1 Chapter 2 This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
BIOS Information ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 2-1 Chapter 2 This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
A7V600 User Manual
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... the above screen is recommended that contains the new BIOS file into the floppy drive. ASUS EZ Flash V1.00 Copyright (C) 2002, ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. [Onboard BIOS Information] BIOS Version : ASUS A7V600 BIOS Revision 1001 Beta 003 BIOS Model : A7V600 BIOS Built Date : 06/03/03 Please Enter File Name for reference only. You...
... the above screen is recommended that contains the new BIOS file into the floppy drive. ASUS EZ Flash V1.00 Copyright (C) 2002, ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. [Onboard BIOS Information] BIOS Version : ASUS A7V600 BIOS Revision 1001 Beta 003 BIOS Model : A7V600 BIOS Built Date : 06/03/03 Please Enter File Name for reference only. You...
A7V600 User Manual
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...Doing so may cause system boot failure. 8. When found ." If you accidentally typed in the BIOS file name that you downloaded from the ASUS website, then press . Press . 6. Press any key to reboot the system with the update process. Update Boot Block area (Y/N)? _ ...the update process is done, the message, "Press a key to remove the message, then type in File] BIOS Version: A7V600 Boot Block WARNING! Flash Memory: SST 49LF004 1. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 2-3 EZ Flash will automatically access drive A to update the BIOS (Y/N)? _ 7. Update Main BIOS area 2. Pressing ...
...Doing so may cause system boot failure. 8. When found ." If you accidentally typed in the BIOS file name that you downloaded from the ASUS website, then press . Press . 6. Press any key to reboot the system with the update process. Update Boot Block area (Y/N)? _ ...the update process is done, the message, "Press a key to remove the message, then type in File] BIOS Version: A7V600 Boot Block WARNING! Flash Memory: SST 49LF004 1. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 2-3 EZ Flash will automatically access drive A to update the BIOS (Y/N)? _ 7. Update Main BIOS area 2. Pressing ...
A7V600 User Manual
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... details) and save to File from the floppy disk. 3. Type the filename of your problems. Careless updating may result to more problems with the motherboard! 1. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 2-5 Select 1. The Update BIOS Including Boot Block and ESCD screen appears. 5. To cancel this operation, press . The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears...
... details) and save to File from the floppy disk. 3. Type the filename of your problems. Careless updating may result to more problems with the motherboard! 1. ASUS A7V600 Motherboard 2-5 Select 1. The Update BIOS Including Boot Block and ESCD screen appears. 5. To cancel this operation, press . The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears...
A7V600 User Manual
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... of the original motherboard BIOS to a bootable floppy disk, you to restore the BIOS. Boot the system. 2. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Reading file "A7V600.rom". Completed. DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Start flashing... If all the necessary files are found ! 2.1.3 Recovering the BIOS...
... of the original motherboard BIOS to a bootable floppy disk, you to restore the BIOS. Boot the system. 2. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Reading file "A7V600.rom". Completed. DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Start flashing... If all the necessary files are found ! 2.1.3 Recovering the BIOS...