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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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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 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.
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... it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with the chassis. 2. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to the card. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Install an expansion card following the instructions that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the...
... it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with the chassis. 2. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to the card. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Install an expansion card following the instructions that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the...
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... PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. used - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - ASUS A8S-X SE 1-17 shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - 1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments...
... PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. used - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - ASUS A8S-X SE 1-17 shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - 1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments...
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... procedures presented in this chapter 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 your OS documentation for general reference only. 3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows...® 2000/XP operating system (OS). 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 computer, browse the...
... procedures presented in this chapter 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 your OS documentation for general reference only. 3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows...® 2000/XP operating system (OS). 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 computer, browse the...
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... install Windows XP SP 1 to USB 2.0. SIS RAID Controller Driver Install the SIS RAID Controller drivers. SiS Ethernet Driver Installs the SiS Ethernet LAN driver. ASUS A8S-X SE 3-3 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. SoundMAX ADI1986A Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX ADI1986A audio driver and application. AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet...
... install Windows XP SP 1 to USB 2.0. SIS RAID Controller Driver Install the SIS RAID Controller drivers. SiS Ethernet Driver Installs the SiS Ethernet LAN driver. ASUS A8S-X SE 3-3 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. SoundMAX ADI1986A Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX ADI1986A audio driver and application. AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet...
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... 3: Software support Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V7.0. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo™. ASUS CoolʼnʼQuiet Utility Installs the ASUS AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet utility. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. ASUS Update This program allows you can connect to download the latest version...
... 3: Software support Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V7.0. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo™. ASUS CoolʼnʼQuiet Utility Installs the ASUS AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet utility. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. ASUS Update This program allows you can connect to download the latest version...
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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 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.
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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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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 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.
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... Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Turn on the socket. 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to the card. Firmly ...To install and configure an expansion card: 1. DDR DIMM Unlocked A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that came with the chassis. 2. ASUS A8S-X 1-11 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Follow these steps to install a DIMM. 1.
... Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. Turn on the socket. 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to the card. Firmly ...To install and configure an expansion card: 1. DDR DIMM Unlocked A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that came with the chassis. 2. ASUS A8S-X 1-11 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Follow these steps to install a DIMM. 1.
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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 ...
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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Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to your OS documentation for more information If Autorun is enabled in this chapter for .... 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. The contents of your hardware. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to maximize...
Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to your OS documentation for more information If Autorun is enabled in this chapter for .... 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. The contents of your hardware. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to maximize...
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Install the necessary drivers to USB 2.0. Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver Installs the Intel® Gigabit LAN driver. Installation Wizard for Utilities Executes the ASUS installation wizard for drivers. ASUS A8S-X 3-3 ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Drivers Executes the ASUS installation wizard for utilities. SIS RAID Controller Driver Install the SIS RAID Controller drivers. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to...
Install the necessary drivers to USB 2.0. Intel Gigabit Ethernet Driver Installs the Intel® Gigabit LAN driver. Installation Wizard for Utilities Executes the ASUS installation wizard for drivers. ASUS A8S-X 3-3 ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Drivers Executes the ASUS installation wizard for utilities. SIS RAID Controller Driver Install the SIS RAID Controller drivers. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade your USB 1.1 ports to...
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...; Reader software is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF). Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo™. Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V7.0. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages...
...; Reader software is for viewing files saved in Portable Document Format (PDF). Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. Installing ASUS Update also installs ASUS Mylogo™. Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V7.0. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages...
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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.