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... 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-27 2.6.3 Security 2-28 2.7 Exit menu 2-30 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 3-3 3.2.4 Make Disk 3-5 3.2.5 Manual 3-5 3.2.6 ASUS Contact information 3-6 v
... 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-27 2.6.3 Security 2-28 2.7 Exit menu 2-30 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 3-3 3.2.4 Make Disk 3-5 3.2.5 Manual 3-5 3.2.6 ASUS Contact information 3-6 v
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A8S-X SE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Manageability Support CD contents Form Factor 2 x USB connector supports additional 4 USB ports CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connectors Chassis Intrusion 24-pin ATX Power connector 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector CD/ AUX audio in GAME connector Front panel audio connector Wfm2.0, DMI, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, SM Bus, Chassis Intrusion Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS LiveUpdate Utility Anti-Virus software ATX Form Factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5cm x 21.8cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi
A8S-X SE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Manageability Support CD contents Form Factor 2 x USB connector supports additional 4 USB ports CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connectors Chassis Intrusion 24-pin ATX Power connector 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector CD/ AUX audio in GAME connector Front panel audio connector Wfm2.0, DMI, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, SM Bus, Chassis Intrusion Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS LiveUpdate Utility Anti-Virus software ATX Form Factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5cm x 21.8cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi
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.... See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to avoid damaging the DIMM. 1.8 Expansion slots To install and configure an expansion card: 1. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Align a DIMM on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Turn on the socket such...
.... See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to avoid damaging the DIMM. 1.8 Expansion slots To install and configure an expansion card: 1. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Align a DIMM on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Turn on the socket such...
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shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - used - - - - - - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-17 used - - - used - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - 1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments IRQ 0 1 2 3* 4* 5* 6 7* 8 9* 10* 11* 12* 13 14* 15* Priority 1 2 N/A 11 12 13 14 15 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Standard Function ...
shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - used - - - - - - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-17 used - - - used - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - 1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments IRQ 0 1 2 3* 4* 5* 6 7* 8 9* 10* 11* 12* 13 14* 15* Priority 1 2 N/A 11 12 13 14 15 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Standard Function ...
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... the ASUS website for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the support CD 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 ...the contents of your OS documentation for more information If Autorun is enabled in your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, ...
... the ASUS website for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the support CD 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 ...the contents of your OS documentation for more information If Autorun is enabled in your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, ...
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... devices. SIS RAID Controller Driver Install the SIS RAID Controller drivers. SoundMAX ADI1986A Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX ADI1986A audio driver and application. ASUS A8S-X SE 3-3 USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to USB 2.0. AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet! technology drivers. 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available...
... devices. SIS RAID Controller Driver Install the SIS RAID Controller drivers. SoundMAX ADI1986A Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX ADI1986A audio driver and application. ASUS A8S-X SE 3-3 USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to USB 2.0. AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet! technology drivers. 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available...
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...® Reader V7.0. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. Anti-virus utility The anti-virus application detects and protects your computer at a healthy operating condition. ASUS Update This program allows you to the ASUS website. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo™. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. The Acrobat®...
...® Reader V7.0. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. Anti-virus utility The anti-virus application detects and protects your computer at a healthy operating condition. ASUS Update This program allows you to the ASUS website. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo™. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. The Acrobat®...
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3.2.4 Make Disk Make SIS RAID Controller Driver Disk Creates the SIS RAID controller driver disk. 3.2.5 Manual SIS965/SIS965L SATA RAID Userʼs Manual Allows you to open the SIS965/SIS965L Serial ATA RAID userʼs manual. ASUS A8S-X SE 3-5
3.2.4 Make Disk Make SIS RAID Controller Driver Disk Creates the SIS RAID controller driver disk. 3.2.5 Manual SIS965/SIS965L SATA RAID Userʼs Manual Allows you to open the SIS965/SIS965L Serial ATA RAID userʼs manual. ASUS A8S-X SE 3-5
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Contents 2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support 2-23 2.5.5 APM Configuration 2-24 2.5.6 Hardware Monitor 2-25 2.6 Boot menu 2-26 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-26 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-27 2.6.3 Security 2-28 2.7 Exit menu 2-30 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 Make Disk 3-5 3.2.5 Manual 3-5 3.2.6 ASUS Contact Information 3-6 v
Contents 2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support 2-23 2.5.5 APM Configuration 2-24 2.5.6 Hardware Monitor 2-25 2.6 Boot menu 2-26 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-26 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-27 2.6.3 Security 2-28 2.7 Exit menu 2-30 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 Make Disk 3-5 3.2.5 Manual 3-5 3.2.6 ASUS Contact Information 3-6 v
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A8S-X 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/power fan ..., WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion, SM BIOS 2.3 ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. x
A8S-X 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/power fan ..., WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion, SM BIOS 2.3 ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. x
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DDR DIMM Unlocked A DDR DIMM is properly seated. ASUS A8S-X 1-11 Turn on the socket. 3. See Chapter 2 for ISA or PCI devices. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the tables next page. 4. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM ...
DDR DIMM Unlocked A DDR DIMM is properly seated. ASUS A8S-X 1-11 Turn on the socket. 3. See Chapter 2 for ISA or PCI devices. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the tables next page. 4. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM ...
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shared shared shared - - - - used - - - used used used used shared shared - - - - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system ...
shared shared shared - - - - used - - - used used used used shared shared - - - - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system ...
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... 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP operating system (OS). Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the support CD are ...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. Click an item to install Click an icon to change at any time without notice. The CD...
... 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP operating system (OS). Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the support CD are ...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. Click an item to install Click an icon to change at any time without notice. The CD...
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... SP 1 to support USB 2.0. 3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Installation Wizard for Utilities Executes the ASUS installation wizard for drivers. ASUS A8S-X 3-3 technology drivers. SIS RAID Controller Driver Install the SIS RAID Controller drivers. 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices.
... SP 1 to support USB 2.0. 3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Installation Wizard for Utilities Executes the ASUS installation wizard for drivers. ASUS A8S-X 3-3 technology drivers. SIS RAID Controller Driver Install the SIS RAID Controller drivers. 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices.
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... you have an Internet connection so you keep your computer from the ASUS website. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that destroys data. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU...
... you have an Internet connection so you keep your computer from the ASUS website. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that destroys data. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU...
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ASUS A8S-X 3-5 3.2.4 Make Disk Make SIS RAID Controller Driver Disk Creates the SIS RAID controller driver disk. 3.2.5 Manual SIS965/SIS965L SATA RAID User's Manual Allows you to open the SIS965/SIS965L Serial ATA RAID user's manual.
ASUS A8S-X 3-5 3.2.4 Make Disk Make SIS RAID Controller Driver Disk Creates the SIS RAID controller driver disk. 3.2.5 Manual SIS965/SIS965L SATA RAID User's Manual Allows you to open the SIS965/SIS965L Serial ATA RAID user's manual.