Motherboard Installation Guide
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...Initialize Hardware Monitor. 1. Test F000h segment shadow to CMOS setup. Initialize INT 09 buffer 1. Measure CPU speed. 5. Initialize multi-language 2. ASUS Blitz Series technical updates Disable PS/2 mouse interface (optional). 2. Program chipset default values into the run time area in CMOS circuitry....BIOS logo, CPU type, CPU speed . Test special keyboard controller for the user guide that comes with your motherboard package. Initialize VGA BIOS 1. ASUS Blitz Series Technical Updates IE3152 This is R/W-able or not. Auto detect ports for Pentium class CPU. 3....
...Initialize Hardware Monitor. 1. Test F000h segment shadow to CMOS setup. Initialize INT 09 buffer 1. Measure CPU speed. 5. Initialize multi-language 2. ASUS Blitz Series technical updates Disable PS/2 mouse interface (optional). 2. Program chipset default values into the run time area in CMOS circuitry....BIOS logo, CPU type, CPU speed . Test special keyboard controller for the user guide that comes with your motherboard package. Initialize VGA BIOS 1. ASUS Blitz Series Technical Updates IE3152 This is R/W-able or not. Auto detect ports for Pentium class CPU. 3....
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Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix Commando 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 Unique features 1-4 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 Installing the CPU 2-7 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and...
Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix Commando 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 Unique features 1-4 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 Installing the CPU 2-7 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and...
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...carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not damaged. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing... signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, make sure all power cables from the ...
...carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not damaged. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing... signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, make sure all power cables from the ...
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...Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that the motherboard supports. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of... chapter describes the features of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to perform when installing system components.
...Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that the motherboard supports. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of... chapter describes the features of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to perform when installing system components.
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
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... signal cables for buying an ASUS® Commando motherboard! Retail version only) Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD In�ter� Vid� eo® Media Launcher (OEM version) Documentation User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS �C�o�m�m�...
... signal cables for buying an ASUS® Commando motherboard! Retail version only) Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD In�ter� Vid� eo® Media Launcher (OEM version) Documentation User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS �C�o�m�m�...
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...'s Restriction on the environment. Intel® Core™2 / Quad-core Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in . Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with peak bandwidths of Gamers. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic...8482; microarchitecture technology and 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, the Intel® Core™2 is in the world. This motherboard also supports �th��e��la��t�e�s�t��In��t�e�...
...'s Restriction on the environment. Intel® Core™2 / Quad-core Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in . Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with peak bandwidths of Gamers. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic...8482; microarchitecture technology and 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, the Intel® Core™2 is in the world. This motherboard also supports �th��e��la��t�e�s�t��In��t�e�...
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...provide the total solution for your wired or wireless Internet, LAN, and file sharing requirements. Dual Gigabit LAN solution The motherboard comes with a host of the current Serial ATA products with dual Gigabit LAN controllers to transfer digital audio without the ...2-30 for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. ASUS Commando 1- Making this motherboard an ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and data back up protection without converting to provide faster data bandwidth for ...
...provide the total solution for your wired or wireless Internet, LAN, and file sharing requirements. Dual Gigabit LAN solution The motherboard comes with a host of the current Serial ATA products with dual Gigabit LAN controllers to transfer digital audio without the ...2-30 for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. ASUS Commando 1- Making this motherboard an ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and data back up protection without converting to provide faster data bandwidth for ...
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... two hardcore commitments of capacitor problems once and for the entire system. Fanless Design The ASUS fanless design allows multi-directional heat flow from major thermal sources in the motherboard to provide sufficient airflow over the CPU power modules and chipset area when water-cooling or...Extreme Tweaker This feature allows you can easily monitor the condition of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. ASUS has devoted special efforts to the Marvell® LAN (RJ-45) port. AI NET 2 AI NET 2 is a technology ...
... two hardcore commitments of capacitor problems once and for the entire system. Fanless Design The ASUS fanless design allows multi-directional heat flow from major thermal sources in the motherboard to provide sufficient airflow over the CPU power modules and chipset area when water-cooling or...Extreme Tweaker This feature allows you can easily monitor the condition of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. ASUS has devoted special efforts to the Marvell® LAN (RJ-45) port. AI NET 2 AI NET 2 is a technology ...
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... button are onboard to overclocking. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to provide overclockers and gamers the convenience of your system with customizable boot logos. eliminates the need to overclocking. ASUS Commando 1- See pages 2-36 for details. Press the...
... button are onboard to overclocking. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to provide overclockers and gamers the convenience of your system with customizable boot logos. eliminates the need to overclocking. ASUS Commando 1- See pages 2-36 for details. Press the...
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...4-5 and 4-37 for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction While DTS NEO:PC turns your PC to any DTS enabled system. ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to launch the utility and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based... This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Simply press the predefined hotkey to restore corrupted BIOS data from your stereo audio such as MP3, WMA, CD, and ...
...4-5 and 4-37 for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction While DTS NEO:PC turns your PC to any DTS enabled system. ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to launch the utility and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based... This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Simply press the predefined hotkey to restore corrupted BIOS data from your stereo audio such as MP3, WMA, CD, and ...
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This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
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Chapter summary 2 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 2-14 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-23 2.7 Audio Card Installation 2-24 2.8 Connectors 2-25 ASUS Commando
Chapter summary 2 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 2-14 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-23 2.7 Audio Card Installation 2-24 2.8 Connectors 2-25 ASUS Commando
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... illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard component. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. ® COMMANDO SB_PWR COMMANDO Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS Commando 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any...
... illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard component. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. ® COMMANDO SB_PWR COMMANDO Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS Commando 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any...
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... nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ® COMMANDO 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to do so can damage...
... nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ® COMMANDO 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to do so can damage...
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30.5cm (12.0in) Super I/O 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) PWR_FAN PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard EATX12V SPDIF_O1 LGA775 E1394 CPU_FAN ...module) EATXPWR PRI_IDE LAN2_USB34 LAN1_USB12 JMicron JMB363 W83791G Marvell 88E8056 Intel® P965 AUDIO1 CHA_FAN2 ADH PCI1 ® PCIEX16_1 COMMANDO PCI2 PCI3 OPT_TEMP1 OPT_FAN1 CHASSIS Intel® ICH8R SATA56 SATA34 SATA12 Marvell 88E8001 TSB43AB22A PCIEX16_2 IE1394_2 PCI4 OPT_TEMP3 OPT_TEMP2 OPT_FAN3... Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS Commando 2-
30.5cm (12.0in) Super I/O 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) PWR_FAN PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard EATX12V SPDIF_O1 LGA775 E1394 CPU_FAN ...module) EATXPWR PRI_IDE LAN2_USB34 LAN1_USB12 JMicron JMB363 W83791G Marvell 88E8056 Intel® P965 AUDIO1 CHA_FAN2 ADH PCI1 ® PCIEX16_1 COMMANDO PCI2 PCI3 OPT_TEMP1 OPT_FAN1 CHASSIS Intel® ICH8R SATA56 SATA34 SATA12 Marvell 88E8001 TSB43AB22A PCIEX16_2 IE1394_2 PCI4 OPT_TEMP3 OPT_TEMP2 OPT_FAN3... Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS Commando 2-
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ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Quad-core / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium®... socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN2 connector to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related....
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Quad-core / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium®... socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN2 connector to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related....
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... face you. ASUS Commando 2- Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it is facing towards you are installing a CPU. 3. Press the load lever with your left (B) until it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you and the load lever is on the motherboard. ® COMMANDO COMMANDO CPU Socket...
... face you. ASUS Commando 2- Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it is facing towards you are installing a CPU. 3. Press the load lever with your left (B) until it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you and the load lever is on the motherboard. ® COMMANDO COMMANDO CPU Socket...
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CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Refer to ensure system stability. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to ...
CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Refer to ensure system stability. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to ...