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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Typography ix A8S-X SE specifications summary x 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 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Overview 1-9 1.6.2 Installling the CPU 1-9 1.6.3 Installing the heatsink and...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Typography ix A8S-X SE specifications summary x 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 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Overview 1-9 1.6.2 Installling the CPU 1-9 1.6.3 Installing the heatsink and...
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... 6-channel Audio CODEC Supports S/PDIF out interface Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports Realtek RLC8201 CL 10/100 Mbps LAN PHY ASUS AL Overclocking ASUS My logo ASUS EZ Flash ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS C.P.R. A8S-X SE specifications summary CCPPUU Chipset SCyhsitpesme tB u s Memory System Bus Memory Expansion slots SEtxopraangseion slots Storage Audio Audio USB 2.0 ULSABN...
... 6-channel Audio CODEC Supports S/PDIF out interface Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports Realtek RLC8201 CL 10/100 Mbps LAN PHY ASUS AL Overclocking ASUS My logo ASUS EZ Flash ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS C.P.R. A8S-X SE specifications summary CCPPUU Chipset SCyhsitpesme tB u s Memory System Bus Memory Expansion slots SEtxopraangseion slots Storage Audio Audio USB 2.0 ULSABN...
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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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... check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® A8S-X SE motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. ...1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8S-X SE motherboard Cables Accessories 1 x Ultra DMA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x SATA signal cable 1 x Floppy disk cable I/O shield Application CDs...
... check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® A8S-X SE motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. ...1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8S-X SE motherboard Cables Accessories 1 x Ultra DMA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x SATA signal cable 1 x Floppy disk cable I/O shield Application CDs...
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... power depending on AMDʼs 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark introduction of the industryʼs first x86-64 technology. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-3 HyperTransport™ Technology HyperTransport™ Technology is a high-speed, low latency, point-to-point link designed to increase the communication speed between integrated circuits in...
... power depending on AMDʼs 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark introduction of the industryʼs first x86-64 technology. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-3 HyperTransport™ Technology HyperTransport™ Technology is a high-speed, low latency, point-to-point link designed to increase the communication speed between integrated circuits in...
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...open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. The available languages include English, German, French,... in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. When the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-5 No need to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to use a DOS-based utility or boot ...
...open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. The available languages include English, German, French,... in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. When the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-5 No need to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to use a DOS-based utility or boot ...
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This is a reminder that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. A8S-X SE ® SB_PWR ON A8S-X SE Onboard LED Standby Power OFF Powered Off 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or ...
This is a reminder that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. A8S-X SE ® SB_PWR ON A8S-X SE Onboard LED Standby Power OFF Powered Off 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or ...
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...: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out CD Below:Mic In AUX AAFP AD1986A EATXPWR SiS 756 PCIEX16 CHA_FAN Realtek RTL8201CL PCIEX1_1 PRI_IDE PCIEX1_2 A8S-X SE PCI1 SiS 965L R SATA2 SATA1 Super I/O PCI2 PCI3 GAME USB56 USB78 FLOPPY USBPW78 USBPW56 SB_PWR CHASSIS 4Mbit BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CLRTC CMOS Power...
...: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out CD Below:Mic In AUX AAFP AD1986A EATXPWR SiS 756 PCIEX16 CHA_FAN Realtek RTL8201CL PCIEX1_1 PRI_IDE PCIEX1_2 A8S-X SE PCI1 SiS 965L R SATA2 SATA1 Super I/O PCI2 PCI3 GAME USB56 USB78 FLOPPY USBPW78 USBPW56 SB_PWR CHASSIS 4Mbit BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CLRTC CMOS Power...
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... you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Doing so may damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis A8S-X SE ® Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws...
... you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Doing so may damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis A8S-X SE ® Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws...
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... the CPU socket on the socket to ensure correct installation. This mark should match a specific corner on the motherboard. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-9 Gold triangle 1.6.2 Installling the CPU To install a CPU: 1. A8S-X SE ® A8S-X SE CPU Socket 939 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever...
... the CPU socket on the socket to ensure correct installation. This mark should match a specific corner on the motherboard. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-9 Gold triangle 1.6.2 Installling the CPU To install a CPU: 1. A8S-X SE ® A8S-X SE CPU Socket 939 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever...
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... base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-11
... base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-11
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... on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. GND +12V Rotation GND +12V Rotation PWR_FAN CPU_FAN A8S-X SE ® CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND A8S-X SE Fan Connectors Do not forget to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU...
... on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. GND +12V Rotation GND +12V Rotation PWR_FAN CPU_FAN A8S-X SE ® CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND A8S-X SE Fan Connectors Do not forget to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU...
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...motherboard. • Due to CPU limitation, install on Channel B slots for a single-channel memory configuration. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendor List for details. • Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may ... PCI Express x16 card. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may detect less than 4 GB of the DDR DIMM sockets. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 A8S-X SE ® A8S-X SE 184-pin DDR DIMM Sockets • Make sure to install the memory modules first before adding or removing DIMMs or other system ...
...motherboard. • Due to CPU limitation, install on Channel B slots for a single-channel memory configuration. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendor List for details. • Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may ... PCI Express x16 card. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may detect less than 4 GB of the DDR DIMM sockets. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 A8S-X SE ® A8S-X SE 184-pin DDR DIMM Sockets • Make sure to install the memory modules first before adding or removing DIMMs or other system ...
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... pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. B - ASUS A8S-X SE 1-15 supports on pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. C - Single-Sided DS - Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for 4 modules inserted into the blue and black...
... pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. B - ASUS A8S-X SE 1-15 supports on pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. C - Single-Sided DS - Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for 4 modules inserted into the blue and black...
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... cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-17 shared - - - - - used - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - used - - - used - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - used - - - - - - - - shared...
... cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-17 shared - - - - - used - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - used - - - used - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - used - - - - - - - - shared...
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... parameter settings to its previous values. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! A8S-X SE ® A8S-X SE Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking... and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-19 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to re-enter...
... parameter settings to its previous values. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! A8S-X SE ® A8S-X SE Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking... and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-19 Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to re-enter...
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... up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port. 2. USBPW12 USBPW34 12 23 A8S-X SE ® +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW78 USBPW56 12 23 A8S-X SE USB Device Wake Up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed...
... up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port. 2. USBPW12 USBPW34 12 23 A8S-X SE ® +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW78 USBPW56 12 23 A8S-X SE USB Device Wake Up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed...
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... a PS/2 mouse. 2. This Line In (light blue) jack connects a tape player or other devices. 3. In 6-channel mode, the function of this jack becomes Surround Out. 5. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-21 This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other audio sources. RJ-45 port. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub...
... a PS/2 mouse. 2. This Line In (light blue) jack connects a tape player or other devices. 3. In 6-channel mode, the function of this jack becomes Surround Out. 5. ASUS A8S-X SE 1-21 This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other audio sources. RJ-45 port. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub...
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... (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. SEC_IDE PRI_IDE A8S-X SE ® A8S-X SE IDE Connectors 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction PS/2 keyboard port. This purple connector is for serial devices. 10. Serial connector. Connect the cableʼs blue connector...
... (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. SEC_IDE PRI_IDE A8S-X SE ® A8S-X SE IDE Connectors 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction PS/2 keyboard port. This purple connector is for serial devices. 10. Serial connector. Connect the cableʼs blue connector...