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... are used only for backup purposes, without intent to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ii E2387 First Edition January 2006 Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Product warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed...repair, modification of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; All Rights Reserved. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME ...
... are used only for backup purposes, without intent to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ii E2387 First Edition January 2006 Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Product warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed...repair, modification of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; All Rights Reserved. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME ...
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...purchaser for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME ...not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES...
...purchaser for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME ...not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES...
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Features Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Conventions used in this guide viii Typography viii A8S-X specifications summary ix 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 Unique ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the...
Features Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Conventions used in this guide viii Typography viii A8S-X specifications summary ix 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 Unique ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the...
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... In/Line Out/Microphone ports (continued on the next page) ix SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200 MHz up to 300 MHz at 1 MHz increment - A8S-X specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Special features Back panel I/O Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/AMD... RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD ADI AD1986A SoundMAX® 6-channel audio CODEC S/PDIF out interface Intel® 82540EM PCI Gb LAN Maximum of eight (8) USB 2.0 ports ASUS Overclocking - Adjustable FSB/DDR ratio, Fixed PCIe/PCI frequencies...
... In/Line Out/Microphone ports (continued on the next page) ix SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200 MHz up to 300 MHz at 1 MHz increment - A8S-X specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Special features Back panel I/O Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/AMD... RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD ADI AD1986A SoundMAX® 6-channel audio CODEC S/PDIF out interface Intel® 82540EM PCI Gb LAN Maximum of eight (8) USB 2.0 ports ASUS Overclocking - Adjustable FSB/DDR ratio, Fixed PCIe/PCI frequencies...
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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.../AUX connectors Chassis intrusion connector GAME/MIDI connector Front panel audio connector 4Mb Flash ROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP, DMI, ASUS MyLogo™, SM BIOS 2.3 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 WfM 2.0, DMI, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion, SM... 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.../AUX connectors Chassis intrusion connector GAME/MIDI connector Front panel audio connector 4Mb Flash ROM AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, PnP, DMI, ASUS MyLogo™, SM BIOS 2.3 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 WfM 2.0, DMI, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion, SM... 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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...to meet demands for more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, up to the Serial ATA (SATA) specification, an evolutionary replacement of additional RAID cards. See page 1-8. HyperTransport™ Technology HyperTransport™ Technology is a high-speed... Architecture The motherboard supports AMD dual-core processors containing two physical CPU cores with digital connectivity to powerful speaker systems. ASUS A8S-X 1-3 These processors provide a dramatic leap forward in computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to 150 MB/s data transfer...
...to meet demands for more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, up to the Serial ATA (SATA) specification, an evolutionary replacement of additional RAID cards. See page 1-8. HyperTransport™ Technology HyperTransport™ Technology is a high-speed... Architecture The motherboard supports AMD dual-core processors containing two physical CPU cores with digital connectivity to powerful speaker systems. ASUS A8S-X 1-3 These processors provide a dramatic leap forward in computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to 150 MB/s data transfer...
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.... PCI Express features point-to configure easier and faster. feature of your system with existing PCI specifications. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to overclocking...interface is software compatible with customizable boot logos. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) specification, extending the connection speed from a floppy disk. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to overclocking, C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. When the...
.... PCI Express features point-to configure easier and faster. feature of your system with existing PCI specifications. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to overclocking...interface is software compatible with customizable boot logos. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) specification, extending the connection speed from a floppy disk. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to overclocking, C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. When the...
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...that it is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard. 2. Position the CPU above the socket such that the socket lever is in place. ASUS A8S-X 1-9 Socket Lever Make sure that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the...a CPU. 1. Small triangle Gold triangle The CPU fits only in completely. 3. When the CPU is lifted up to secure the CPU. Install specifically designed heatsink and fan assembly. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it fits in place, push down the socket lever to...
...that it is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard. 2. Position the CPU above the socket such that the socket lever is in place. ASUS A8S-X 1-9 Socket Lever Make sure that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the...a CPU. 1. Small triangle Gold triangle The CPU fits only in completely. 3. When the CPU is lifted up to secure the CPU. Install specifically designed heatsink and fan assembly. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it fits in place, push down the socket lever to...
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shared shared shared - - - - used - - - 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 used used used used shared shared - - - - - - 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCIe x1 slot 1 PCIe ...
shared shared shared - - - - used - - - 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 used used used used shared shared - - - - - - 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCIe x1 slot 1 PCIe ...
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1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. ASUS A8S-X 1-13
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. ASUS A8S-X 1-13
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...• Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; Right Audio Channel Ground Left Audio Channel Right Audio Channel A8S-X ® Ground Left Audio Channel A8S-X Internal audio connectors CD (Black) AUX (White) 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction 3. ATXPWR ATX12V +3 Volts -12 Volts Ground PSON# .... Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • Use of an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) that provides a minimum power of a power supply unit (PSU) with more power-consuming devices.
...• Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; Right Audio Channel Ground Left Audio Channel Right Audio Channel A8S-X ® Ground Left Audio Channel A8S-X Internal audio connectors CD (Black) AUX (White) 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction 3. ATXPWR ATX12V +3 Volts -12 Volts Ground PSON# .... Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • Use of an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) that provides a minimum power of a power supply unit (PSU) with more power-consuming devices.
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... Switch Lead (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW ) This connector connects a switch that controls the system power. Any read or write activity of the specific connector colors as described. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction A8S-X System panel connector • System Power LED Lead (Green 3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch... RESET) This 2-pin connector connects to the system power LED. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground A8S-X ® IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply.
... Switch Lead (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW ) This connector connects a switch that controls the system power. Any read or write activity of the specific connector colors as described. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction A8S-X System panel connector • System Power LED Lead (Green 3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch... RESET) This 2-pin connector connects to the system power LED. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground A8S-X ® IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply.
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...you may change the value of the field opposite the item. A configurable field is enclosed in ] Primary IDE Master :[ST320413A] Primary IDE Slave :[ASUS CD-S340] Secondary IDE Master :[Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave :[Not Detected] Third IDE Master :[Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master :[Not Detected]...system time. Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Pop-up window with a sub-menu on the menu bar displays the specific items for MDA Resources AGP Mode AGP Fast Write Graphics Aperture Size [AGP] [Yes] [AGP 8X] [Enabled] [64MB] Select Screen Select...
...you may change the value of the field opposite the item. A configurable field is enclosed in ] Primary IDE Master :[ST320413A] Primary IDE Slave :[ASUS CD-S340] Secondary IDE Master :[Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave :[Not Detected] Third IDE Master :[Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master :[Not Detected]...system time. Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Pop-up window with a sub-menu on the menu bar displays the specific items for MDA Resources AGP Mode AGP Fast Write Graphics Aperture Size [AGP] [Yes] [AGP 8X] [Enabled] [64MB] Select Screen Select...
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... the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring) are autodetected by BIOS and are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. When set to Disabled, the data transfer from and to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode...
... the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring) are autodetected by BIOS and are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. When set to Disabled, the data transfer from and to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode...
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... Reporting Technology. The items in this menu are auto-detected by BIOS. ASUS A8S-X 2-13 PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Native] [RAID] 2.3.7 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. Processor Displays the auto-detected...
... Reporting Technology. The items in this menu are auto-detected by BIOS. ASUS A8S-X 2-13 PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Native] [RAID] 2.3.7 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. Processor Displays the auto-detected...
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... Mode [S1 & S3 (STR)] Allows you to select the ACPI state to be used for the Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS A8S-X 2-23 Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Enables or disables the ACPI support in the RSDT pointer list. Suspend Mode Repost Video on... items allow you to change the settings for system suspend. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to add more tables for ACPI 2.0 specifications.
... Mode [S1 & S3 (STR)] Allows you to select the ACPI state to be used for the Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS A8S-X 2-23 Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Enables or disables the ACPI support in the RSDT pointer list. Suspend Mode Repost Video on... items allow you to change the settings for system suspend. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to add more tables for ACPI 2.0 specifications.
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Configuration options: [Quiet] [Standard] [Cool] ASUS A8S-X 2-25 If any of the fans is not connected to generate a wake event. Configuration...chassis, and power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). Q-Fan Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the ASUS Q-Fan function. When this item is Enabled. This item appears only when the Smart Q-Fan Function item ...is set values. Select Disabled if you to enable or disable RTC to the motherboard, the specific field shows N/A. VCORE Voltage, +3.3V Voltage, +5V Voltage, +12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects...
Configuration options: [Quiet] [Standard] [Cool] ASUS A8S-X 2-25 If any of the fans is not connected to generate a wake event. Configuration...chassis, and power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). Q-Fan Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the ASUS Q-Fan function. When this item is Enabled. This item appears only when the Smart Q-Fan Function item ...is set values. Select Disabled if you to enable or disable RTC to the motherboard, the specific field shows N/A. VCORE Voltage, +3.3V Voltage, +5V Voltage, +12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects...