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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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... the necessary BIOS settings, if any. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to the card documentation. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction
... the necessary BIOS settings, if any. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Install the drivers and/or software applications for BIOS information. 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card according to the card documentation. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... 2 PCIe x16 slot Onboard USB controller 1 Onboard USB controller 2 Onboard USB controller 3 Onboard USB 2.0 controller Onboard LAN Onboard Audio Serial ATA A B C DE F G H shared - - - - - - - - used - - - - - - shared - - - - - - ASUS A8S-X SE 1-17 shared - - - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. used - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared...
... 2 PCIe x16 slot Onboard USB controller 1 Onboard USB controller 2 Onboard USB controller 3 Onboard USB 2.0 controller Onboard LAN Onboard Audio Serial ATA A B C DE F G H shared - - - - - - - - used - - - - - - shared - - - - - - ASUS A8S-X SE 1-17 shared - - - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. used - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared...
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Visit the ASUS website for more information If Autorun is enabled in this chapter for general reference only. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your CD-ROM drive. Doubleclick the ASSETUP.EXE to install. Refer to your OS ... subject 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. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. Click an...
Visit the ASUS website for more information If Autorun is enabled in this chapter for general reference only. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your CD-ROM drive. Doubleclick the ASSETUP.EXE to install. Refer to your OS ... subject 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. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. Click an...
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... applications and other software that the motherboard supports. For Windows® XP users, make sure to install Windows XP SP 1 to USB 2.0. SiS Ethernet Driver Installs the SiS Ethernet LAN driver. ASUS A8S-X SE 3-3 Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet! technology...
... applications and other software that the motherboard supports. For Windows® XP users, make sure to install Windows XP SP 1 to USB 2.0. SiS Ethernet Driver Installs the SiS Ethernet LAN driver. ASUS A8S-X SE 3-3 Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet! technology...
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... have an Internet connection so you can connect to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts...
... have an Internet connection so you can connect to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts...
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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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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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...expansion card: 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with the chassis. 2. ASUS A8S-X 1-11 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to the tables next page. 4. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until ... on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the card documentation. 1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System Timer ...
...expansion card: 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with the chassis. 2. ASUS A8S-X 1-11 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to the tables next page. 4. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until ... on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the card documentation. 1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System Timer ...
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shared 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 - - - - 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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... CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. Click on an item to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the ASUS website for more information If Autorun is enabled in your CD-ROM drive. Click an item...
... CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. Click on an item to run the CD. 3-2 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the ASUS website for more information If Autorun is enabled in your CD-ROM drive. Click an item...
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...; Gigabit LAN driver. Installation Wizard for Drivers Executes the ASUS installation wizard for utilities. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! Installation Wizard for Utilities Executes the ASUS installation wizard for drivers. ASUS A8S-X 3-3 ASUS InstAll - For Windows® XP users, make sure to install Windows XP SP 1 to USB 2.0. ASUS InstAll - USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade...
...; Gigabit LAN driver. Installation Wizard for Drivers Executes the ASUS installation wizard for utilities. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! Installation Wizard for Utilities Executes the ASUS installation wizard for drivers. ASUS A8S-X 3-3 ASUS InstAll - For Windows® XP users, make sure to install Windows XP SP 1 to USB 2.0. ASUS InstAll - USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver to upgrade...
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... saved in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS Cool'n'Quiet Utility Installs the ASUS AMD Cool 'n' Quiet utility. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that destroys data. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support Install ASUS Update This program allows you to the ASUS website. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility...
... saved in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS Cool'n'Quiet Utility Installs the ASUS AMD Cool 'n' Quiet utility. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that destroys data. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support Install ASUS Update This program allows you to the ASUS website. Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft DirectX™9.0c driver. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility...
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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.