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... x A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features 1-4 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features ...1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout Contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Overview 2-6 2.3.2 Installling the CPU...
... x A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features 1-4 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features ...1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout Contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Overview 2-6 2.3.2 Installling the CPU...
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... 4-15 4.3.1 System Time 4-15 4.3.2 System Date 4-15 4.3.3 Language 4-15 4.3.4 Legacy Diskette A 4-15 4.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave 4-16 4.3.6 Installed Memory 4-17 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.4.1 CPU Configuration 4-18 4.4.2 Chipset 4-19 4.4.3 PCI PnP 4-21 4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration 4-23 4.4.5 USB Configuration 4-25 4.4.6 JumperFree Configuration 4-26 4.4.7 LAN Cable Status 4-30 4.4.8 PEG Link Mode 4-30...
... 4-15 4.3.1 System Time 4-15 4.3.2 System Date 4-15 4.3.3 Language 4-15 4.3.4 Legacy Diskette A 4-15 4.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave 4-16 4.3.6 Installed Memory 4-17 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.4.1 CPU Configuration 4-18 4.4.2 Chipset 4-19 4.4.3 PCI PnP 4-21 4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration 4-23 4.4.5 USB Configuration 4-25 4.4.6 JumperFree Configuration 4-26 4.4.7 LAN Cable Status 4-30 4.4.8 PEG Link Mode 4-30...
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... memory architecture 4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support ECC/non-ECC unbufferred 400/333/266 MHz DDR memory modules Supports up to 54Mbps wireless data transmission - A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage AI Audio Wireless LAN LAN IEEE 1394 USB Socket 939 for IEEE 802.11g/b standard -
... memory architecture 4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support ECC/non-ECC unbufferred 400/333/266 MHz DDR memory modules Supports up to 54Mbps wireless data transmission - A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage AI Audio Wireless LAN LAN IEEE 1394 USB Socket 939 for IEEE 802.11g/b standard -
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A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary AI Overclocking Special features BIOS features Rear panel Internal connectors ASUS AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner) ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS JumperFree CPU, Memory, and chipset voltage adjustable Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) from 200 MHz up to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment ASUS Wi-Fi@HOME ASUS Post Reporter™ ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS Multi-language BIOS...
A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary AI Overclocking Special features BIOS features Rear panel Internal connectors ASUS AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner) ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS JumperFree CPU, Memory, and chipset voltage adjustable Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) from 200 MHz up to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment ASUS Wi-Fi@HOME ASUS Post Reporter™ ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS Multi-language BIOS...
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... through the Serial ATA interfaces. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically changes the CPU speed, voltage and amount of power depending on AMD's 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark introduction of system memory using Serial... 2-10. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The AMD Athlon™ 64FX and Athlon™ 64 desktop processors are based on the task the CPU performs. See pages 4-18 and 5-27 for details.
... through the Serial ATA interfaces. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically changes the CPU speed, voltage and amount of power depending on AMD's 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark introduction of system memory using Serial... 2-10. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The AMD Athlon™ 64FX and Athlon™ 64 desktop processors are based on the task the CPU performs. See pages 4-18 and 5-27 for details.
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... utility, you set up your wireless local area network effortlessly. See section "4.5.4 Hardware Monitor" on page 4-36. 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features ASUS WiFi-g™ ASUS WiFi-g™ is an IEEE 802.11g-compliant wireless LAN adapter that allows data transmission of up to ensure stable supply of...technology that detects and reports Ethernet cable faults and shorts. See pages 4-30 and 5-11 for details. Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond Super I/O) to 54 Mbps using the 2.4 GHz frequency band. See page 2-23. ...
... utility, you set up your wireless local area network effortlessly. See section "4.5.4 Hardware Monitor" on page 4-36. 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features ASUS WiFi-g™ ASUS WiFi-g™ is an IEEE 802.11g-compliant wireless LAN adapter that allows data transmission of up to ensure stable supply of...technology that detects and reports Ethernet cable faults and shorts. See pages 4-30 and 5-11 for details. Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond Super I/O) to 54 Mbps using the 2.4 GHz frequency band. See page 2-23. ...
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...The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of boot errors, if any. See page 3-3 for details. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 1-5 PEG Link mode This feature allows you to adjust the PCI Express graphics frequency according to provide friendly voice messages and... BIOS codes and data are corrupted. 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features Precision Tweaker Designed for overclocking aficionados, this feature allows you to gradually increase the CPU and memory voltage to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds ...
...The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of boot errors, if any. See page 3-3 for details. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 1-5 PEG Link mode This feature allows you to adjust the PCI Express graphics frequency according to provide friendly voice messages and... BIOS codes and data are corrupted. 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features Precision Tweaker Designed for overclocking aficionados, this feature allows you to gradually increase the CPU and memory voltage to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds ...
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Chapter summary 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-10 2.5 Expansion slots 2-14 2.6 Jumpers 2-19 2.7 Connectors 2-22 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe
Chapter summary 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-10 2.5 Expansion slots 2-14 2.6 Jumpers 2-19 2.7 Connectors 2-22 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe
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... 2-pin IDE_LED) - Internal connectors 1. CPU fan connector (4-pin CPU_FAN) 6. System panel connectors (20-1 pin PANEL) - Internal audio connector (4-pin CD, AUX) 14. Reset switch (Blue 2-pin RESET) Page 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-25 2-26 2-26 2-26 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-31 2-31 2-32 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-5 Serial port connector (10...
... 2-pin IDE_LED) - Internal connectors 1. CPU fan connector (4-pin CPU_FAN) 6. System panel connectors (20-1 pin PANEL) - Internal audio connector (4-pin CD, AUX) 14. Reset switch (Blue 2-pin RESET) Page 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-25 2-26 2-26 2-26 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-31 2-31 2-32 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-5 Serial port connector (10...
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... corner (with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. Gold triangle 2.3.2 Installling the CPU To install a CPU: 1. This mark should match a specific corner on your left. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information A8V-E DELUXE ® A8V-E DELUXE CPU Socket 939 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever is...
... corner (with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. Gold triangle 2.3.2 Installling the CPU To install a CPU: 1. This mark should match a specific corner on your left. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information A8V-E DELUXE ® A8V-E DELUXE CPU Socket 939 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever is...
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... by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it is locked. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-7 DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that it up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in one correct orientation. When the... CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100° angle. Small triangle Gold ...
... by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it is locked. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-7 DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that it up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in one correct orientation. When the... CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100° angle. Small triangle Gold ...
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...The retention module base is properly applied to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. Place the heatsink... sure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD Athlon™ 64FX or AMD...
...The retention module base is properly applied to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. Place the heatsink... sure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD Athlon™ 64FX or AMD...
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When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) ... fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Rotation +12V GND 3. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 A8V-E DELUXE ® A8V-E DELUXE 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information CPU_FAN...
When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) ... fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Rotation +12V GND 3. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 A8V-E DELUXE ® A8V-E DELUXE 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information CPU_FAN...
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...modules with the same CAS latency. Refer to the DDR400 Qualified Vendors List on the next page for details. • Due to CPU limitation, install on the next page) Brand Side(s) Component DIMM support AB C Hynix SS Hynix DS Mosel SS Mosel DS Infineon...-D43 ••• HY5DU56822DT-D43 •• GL3LC32G88TG-5A ••• GLIL DDR 32M8 • GLIL DDR 32M8 • ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-11 DDR400 Qualified Vendors List Size 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB...
...modules with the same CAS latency. Refer to the DDR400 Qualified Vendors List on the next page for details. • Due to CPU limitation, install on the next page) Brand Side(s) Component DIMM support AB C Hynix SS Hynix DS Mosel SS Mosel DS Infineon...-D43 ••• HY5DU56822DT-D43 •• GL3LC32G88TG-5A ••• GLIL DDR 32M8 • GLIL DDR 32M8 • ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-11 DDR400 Qualified Vendors List Size 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB...
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Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. For system failure due to overclocking. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-19 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 ... 12 23 ® Normal (Default) A8V-E DELUXE Clear RTC RAM Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Move the jumper cap from pins...
Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. For system failure due to overclocking. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-19 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 ... 12 23 ® Normal (Default) A8V-E DELUXE Clear RTC RAM Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Move the jumper cap from pins...
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... 500mA on the +5VSB lead for the rear USB ports. USBPW34 USBPW12 12 23 A8V-E DELUXE +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW78 USBPW56 ® 2 1 +5V A8V-E DELUXE USB device wake-up (Default) 3 2 +5VSB • The USB device wake-up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). 2 . USB device wake-up...
... 500mA on the +5VSB lead for the rear USB ports. USBPW34 USBPW12 12 23 A8V-E DELUXE +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW78 USBPW56 ® 2 1 +5V A8V-E DELUXE USB device wake-up (Default) 3 2 +5VSB • The USB device wake-up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). 2 . USB device wake-up...
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...on the fan connectors! • The ASUS Q-Fan2 function is supported using the CPU Fan (CPU_FAN) and Chassis Fan 1 (CHA_FAN1) connectors only. These are not jumpers! CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors (3-...pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHIP_FAN, CHA_FAN2) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~2000mA (24 W max.) or a total of sufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN2 Rotation +12V GND Rotation +12V GND A8V-E DELUXE CHIP_FAN R CHA_FAN1 A8V-E DELUXE...
...on the fan connectors! • The ASUS Q-Fan2 function is supported using the CPU Fan (CPU_FAN) and Chassis Fan 1 (CHA_FAN1) connectors only. These are not jumpers! CPU, Chassis, and Power fan connectors (3-...pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHIP_FAN, CHA_FAN2) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~2000mA (24 W max.) or a total of sufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN2 Rotation +12V GND Rotation +12V GND A8V-E DELUXE CHIP_FAN R CHA_FAN1 A8V-E DELUXE...
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... messages Following is properly connected to the purple PS/2 connector on the motherboard. See section "2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)" for details. • Check the CPU if properly installed. • Call ASUS technical support for assistance. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 3-3 3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™ This motherboard includes the Winbond speech controller to one of the IDE connectors on the...
... messages Following is properly connected to the purple PS/2 connector on the motherboard. See section "2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)" for details. • Check the CPU if properly installed. • Call ASUS technical support for assistance. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 3-3 3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™ This motherboard includes the Winbond speech controller to one of the IDE connectors on the...
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... S p e e c h C o n f i g u r a t i o n option in the BIOS setup. See section 4.4.9 for assistance. See the "ASUS contact information" on the inside front cover of range Computer now booting from operating system Action • Check if the CPU fan is working properly. • Check the CPU fan and make sure it turns on after you apply power to...
... S p e e c h C o n f i g u r a t i o n option in the BIOS setup. See section 4.4.9 for assistance. See the "ASUS contact information" on the inside front cover of range Computer now booting from operating system Action • Check if the CPU fan is working properly. • Check the CPU fan and make sure it turns on after you apply power to...
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... is set the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Exit CPU Configuration Chipset PCIPnP Onboard Device Configuration USB Configuration JumperFree Configuration LAN Cable Status PEG Link Mode Speech Configuration Instant Music Select Menu ...Exit Cool N' Quiet [Auto] Allows you to disable or set to A u t o if you want to use the ASUS Q-Fan Technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to your system loading. 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup If you to malfunction. Take caution when changing the...
... is set the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Exit CPU Configuration Chipset PCIPnP Onboard Device Configuration USB Configuration JumperFree Configuration LAN Cable Status PEG Link Mode Speech Configuration Instant Music Select Menu ...Exit Cool N' Quiet [Auto] Allows you to disable or set to A u t o if you want to use the ASUS Q-Fan Technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to your system loading. 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup If you to malfunction. Take caution when changing the...