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...: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed...
...: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed...
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... this guide is organized ix Where to find more information ix Conventions used in this guide x Typography x A8N5X specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features 1-5 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-8 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10...
... this guide is organized ix Where to find more information ix Conventions used in this guide x Typography x A8N5X specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features 1-5 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-8 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10...
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... connectors 1-24 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 Updating the BIOS 2-3 2.1.3 Saving the current BIOS file 2-5 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS EZ Flash utility 2-8 2.1.6 ASUS Update utility 2-9 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-12 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-13 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-13 2.2.3 Legend bar 2-14 2.2.4 Menu items 2-14 2.2.5 Sub-menu items...
... connectors 1-24 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 Updating the BIOS 2-3 2.1.3 Saving the current BIOS file 2-5 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS EZ Flash utility 2-8 2.1.6 ASUS Update utility 2-9 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-12 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-13 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-13 2.2.3 Legend bar 2-14 2.2.4 Menu items 2-14 2.2.5 Sub-menu items...
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... 2.6.6 Security 2-39 2.7 Exit menu 2-41 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing 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 3-4 3.2.4 Manuals menu 3-6 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-7 3.2.6 Other information 3-7 3.3 Software information 3-9 3.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2 3-9 3.3.2 AI NET 2 3-11 Using the Virtual Cable Tester 3-11 3.3.3 Audio configurations 3-12 3.3.4 Using the NVIDIA® Firewall 3-18 v
... 2.6.6 Security 2-39 2.7 Exit menu 2-41 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing 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 3-4 3.2.4 Manuals menu 3-6 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-7 3.2.6 Other information 3-7 3.3 Software information 3-9 3.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2 3-9 3.3.2 AI NET 2 3-11 Using the Virtual Cable Tester 3-11 3.3.3 Audio configurations 3-12 3.3.4 Using the NVIDIA® Firewall 3-18 v
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Contents 3.4 RAID configurations 3-21 3.4.1 Installing hard disks 3-22 3.4.2 NVIDIA® RAID configurations 3-23 3.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 3-30 3.6 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-31 3.6.1 Enabling Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-31 3.6.2 Launching the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software 3-32 vi
Contents 3.4 RAID configurations 3-21 3.4.1 Installing hard disks 3-22 3.4.2 NVIDIA® RAID configurations 3-23 3.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 3-30 3.6 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-31 3.6.1 Enabling Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-31 3.6.2 Launching the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software 3-32 vi
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However, there is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. vii This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for compliance could void the user's authority to radio communications. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase ...
However, there is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. vii This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for compliance could void the user's authority to radio communications. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase ...
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Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the existing system before you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are not damaged. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using an adapter or ...
Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the existing system before you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are not damaged. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using an adapter or ...
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...Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. It also lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the motherboard package. It includes description of the... jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This ...
...Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. It also lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the motherboard package. It includes description of the... jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This ...
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N O T E : Tips and additional information to help you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+) Example: Means that you MUST follow to emphasize a word or a phrase Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example: means that you must press the Enter or Return key If you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: awdflash A8NE.ROM x Typography Bold text Italics Command...
N O T E : Tips and additional information to help you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+) Example: Means that you MUST follow to emphasize a word or a phrase Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example: means that you must press the Enter or Return key If you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: awdflash A8NE.ROM x Typography Bold text Italics Command...
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... - A8N5X specifications summary CPU Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/AMD Athlon™ 64FX and AMD Athlon™ 64 processors Supports AMD 64 architecture that spans across the Serial ATA and Parallel ATA drives Overclocking AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS AI...support ECC/non-ECC unbufferred 400/333/266 MHz DDR memory modules Supports up to 400 MHz Special features ASUS EZFlash ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Instant Music (continued on the next page) xi PCI Express Frequency: Allows 1MHz increment from 200 MHz...
... - A8N5X specifications summary CPU Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/AMD Athlon™ 64FX and AMD Athlon™ 64 processors Supports AMD 64 architecture that spans across the Serial ATA and Parallel ATA drives Overclocking AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS AI...support ECC/non-ECC unbufferred 400/333/266 MHz DDR memory modules Supports up to 400 MHz Special features ASUS EZFlash ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Instant Music (continued on the next page) xi PCI Express Frequency: Allows 1MHz increment from 200 MHz...
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.../2 mouse port 8-channel audio ports 4 Mb Flash ROM, Phoenix-Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 ATX power supply (with external Marvell® PHY supports: - A8N5X specifications summary Internal connectors LAN AI Audio USB Rear panel BIOS features Power Requirement 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 2 x IDE connectors 4 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU fan...
.../2 mouse port 8-channel audio ports 4 Mb Flash ROM, Phoenix-Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 ATX power supply (with external Marvell® PHY supports: - A8N5X specifications summary Internal connectors LAN AI Audio USB Rear panel BIOS features Power Requirement 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 2 x IDE connectors 4 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU fan...
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xiii utility Anti-virus utility (OEM version) NVIDIA® nTune™ utility *Specifications are subject to change without notice. A8N5X specifications summary Form Factor Support CD contents ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility ASUS Cool'n'Quiet!
xiii utility Anti-virus utility (OEM version) NVIDIA® nTune™ utility *Specifications are subject to change without notice. A8N5X specifications summary Form Factor Support CD contents ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility ASUS Cool'n'Quiet!
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction ASUS A8N5X 1-1
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction ASUS A8N5X 1-1
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... the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8N5X motherboard I/O modules USB 2.0 2-port module Cables 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cables (dual plugs... IDE cable Floppy disk drive cable Accessories I/O shield A p p l i c a t i o n C D s ASUS motherboard support CD D o c u m e n t a t i o n User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long ...
... the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8N5X motherboard I/O modules USB 2.0 2-port module Cables 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cables (dual plugs... IDE cable Floppy disk drive cable Accessories I/O shield A p p l i c a t i o n C D s ASUS motherboard support CD D o c u m e n t a t i o n User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long ...
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... provide a dramatic leap forward in computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to meet demands for each core to 48 times faster than other existing technologies. ASUS A8N5X 1-3 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD Dual-Core Architecture The motherboard supports AMD dual-core processors containing two physical CPU cores with the NVIDIA® Gigabit...
... provide a dramatic leap forward in computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to meet demands for each core to 48 times faster than other existing technologies. ASUS A8N5X 1-3 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD Dual-Core Architecture The motherboard supports AMD dual-core processors containing two physical CPU cores with the NVIDIA® Gigabit...
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See pages 1-23. PCI Express features point-to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. This high speed interface is backward compatible with digital connectivity to 4GB of system memory using DDR400/333/ 266 DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400MHz memory bus delivers the required bandwidth for details. See page 1-13. Serial ATA allows thinner, more flexible cables with existing PCI specifications. USB 2.0 is software compatible with lower pin count, and reduced voltage requirement. Dual Channel DDR memory support Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the motherboard supports up...
See pages 1-23. PCI Express features point-to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. This high speed interface is backward compatible with digital connectivity to 4GB of system memory using DDR400/333/ 266 DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400MHz memory bus delivers the required bandwidth for details. See page 1-13. Serial ATA allows thinner, more flexible cables with existing PCI specifications. USB 2.0 is software compatible with lower pin count, and reduced voltage requirement. Dual Channel DDR memory support Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the motherboard supports up...
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...AI NET 2 immediately diagnoses the LAN cable(s) and reports shorts and faults up to your system configuration for timely failure detection. ASUS A8N5X 1-5 Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that auto-detects the CPU loading ... to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. See section "2.5.4 Hardware Monitor" on page 2-35. 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is monitored for optimized graphics performance. AI Audio technology The motherboard...
...AI NET 2 immediately diagnoses the LAN cable(s) and reports shorts and faults up to your system configuration for timely failure detection. ASUS A8N5X 1-5 Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that auto-detects the CPU loading ... to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. See section "2.5.4 Hardware Monitor" on page 2-35. 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is monitored for optimized graphics performance. AI Audio technology The motherboard...
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...from the support CD in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. Just press the ASUS Instant Music Lite special function keys and enjoy the music! See page 2-35 for details. The localized BIOS menus allow you to ...8482; This new feature present in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. See pages 2-31. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 3-9 for details. This...
...from the support CD in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. Just press the ASUS Instant Music Lite special function keys and enjoy the music! See page 2-35 for details. The localized BIOS menus allow you to ...8482; This new feature present in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. See pages 2-31. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 3-9 for details. This...
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... them due to static electricity • Hold components by the edges to indicate that the system is switched off mode. A8N5X ® A8N5X Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS A8N5X 1-7 Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with a green standby power LED that lights up to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded...
... them due to static electricity • Hold components by the edges to indicate that the system is switched off mode. A8N5X ® A8N5X Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS A8N5X 1-7 Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with a green standby power LED that lights up to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded...