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Contents 2.6 Boot menu 2-28 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-28 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives 2-29 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-29 2.6.4 Security 2-30 2.7 Exit menu 2-33 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 3-4 3.2.4 Manual menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information 3-6 3.3 ASUS Instant Music Lite 3-7 3.4 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-9 v
Contents 2.6 Boot menu 2-28 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-28 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives 2-29 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-29 2.6.4 Security 2-30 2.7 Exit menu 2-33 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 3-4 3.2.4 Manual menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information 3-6 3.3 ASUS Instant Music Lite 3-7 3.4 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-9 v
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K8N 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 ....0, WfM2.0, Multi-Language BIOS, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus utility * Specifications...
K8N 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 ....0, WfM2.0, Multi-Language BIOS, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus utility * Specifications...
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... socket such that it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with the chassis. 2. Assign an IRQ to the tables next page. 4. 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 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable...
... socket such that it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with the chassis. 2. Assign an IRQ to the tables next page. 4. 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 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable...
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shared - - - - - used - - - ASUS K8N motherboard 1-13 shared - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots ..., USB card, and other cards that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. INT B - used When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. INT E - - - - - - shared - INT D - - - 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot...
shared - - - - - used - - - ASUS K8N motherboard 1-13 shared - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots ..., USB card, and other cards that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. INT B - used When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. INT E - - - - - - shared - INT D - - - 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot...
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.... Lack of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND ® K8N K8N Fan connectors PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND 6. The module has two USB 2.0 ...USB ports. These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors... of the connector. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC ® K8N K8N USB 2.0 connectors USB56 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND • The USB 2.0 module...
.... Lack of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND ® K8N K8N Fan connectors PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND 6. The module has two USB 2.0 ...USB ports. These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors... of the connector. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC ® K8N K8N USB 2.0 connectors USB56 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND • The USB 2.0 module...
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...only when the MemClock Mode item is set using one of the standard values. Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-17 Set by BIOS. Configuration options: [200 MHz] [266 MHz] [333 MHz] [400 MHz] CAS Latency (CL) [Auto] Sets the CAS Latency ...items in this menu show the chipset-related information auto-detected by the code using AUTO, or if you use LIMIT, you to Manual. Device driver developers may enable it for normal operation. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0] [3.0] [2.5] DRAM RAS TO CAS Delay [Auto] Sets the DRAM RAS...
...only when the MemClock Mode item is set using one of the standard values. Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-17 Set by BIOS. Configuration options: [200 MHz] [266 MHz] [333 MHz] [400 MHz] CAS Latency (CL) [Auto] Sets the CAS Latency ...items in this menu show the chipset-related information auto-detected by the code using AUTO, or if you use LIMIT, you to Manual. Device driver developers may enable it for normal operation. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0] [3.0] [2.5] DRAM RAS TO CAS Delay [Auto] Sets the DRAM RAS...
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...Click an item to install Click an icon to change at any time without notice. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to install. Visit the ASUS website for more information If Autorun is enabled in your hardware. The contents of the support CD to maximize the features of your computer...OS). Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures presented in your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to locate...
...Click an item to install Click an icon to change at any time without notice. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to install. Visit the ASUS website for more information If Autorun is enabled in your hardware. The contents of the support CD to maximize the features of your computer...OS). Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures presented in your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to locate...
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... install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 to install the Microsoft® DirectX™ 9.0 driver before installing the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers. ASUS K8N motherboard 3-3 AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology driver. Nvidia Chipset Driver Program Installs the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers for Serial ATA and RAID features. Make sure to support USB 2.0. ALC850...
... install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 to install the Microsoft® DirectX™ 9.0 driver before installing the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers. ASUS K8N motherboard 3-3 AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology driver. Nvidia Chipset Driver Program Installs the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers for Serial ATA and RAID features. Make sure to support USB 2.0. ALC850...
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... set it to Classic View. 3. Select Settings, then Control Panel. 2. Make sure the Control Panel is set it to install the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature. • The AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor... exit BIOS Setup. 5. Windows® 2000/XP: 1. Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen Saver tab. 4. Click the Power... ASUS K8N motherboard 3-9
... set it to Classic View. 3. Select Settings, then Control Panel. 2. Make sure the Control Panel is set it to install the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature. • The AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor... exit BIOS Setup. 5. Windows® 2000/XP: 1. Double-click the Display icon in the Control Panel then select the Screen Saver tab. 4. Click the Power... ASUS K8N motherboard 3-9
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Contents 2.6 Boot menu 2-28 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-28 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives 2-29 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-29 2.6.4 Security 2-30 2.7 Exit menu 2-33 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 3-4 3.2.4 Manual menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information 3-6 3.3 ASUS Instant Music Lite 3-7 3.4 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-9 v
Contents 2.6 Boot menu 2-28 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-28 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives 2-29 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-29 2.6.4 Security 2-30 2.7 Exit menu 2-33 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 3-4 3.2.4 Manual menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information 3-6 3.3 ASUS Instant Music Lite 3-7 3.4 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 3-9 v
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K8N 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 ....0, WfM2.0, Multi-Language BIOS, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM...
K8N 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 ....0, WfM2.0, Multi-Language BIOS, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM...
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... expansion card: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Refer to install a DIMM. 1. DDR DIMM Unlocked A DDR DIMM is properly seated. 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 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable...
... expansion card: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Refer to install a DIMM. 1. DDR DIMM Unlocked A DDR DIMM is properly seated. 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 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable...
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INT B - shared - - shared - - used When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. INT E - - - - - - shared - - - - - used - - - shared - INT D - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the ... need IRQ assignments. 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot 4 PCI slot 5 Serial ATA AGP slot INT A shared - - - INT C - - ASUS K8N motherboard 1-13
INT B - shared - - shared - - used When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. INT E - - - - - - shared - - - - - used - - - shared - INT D - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the ... need IRQ assignments. 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot 4 PCI slot 5 Serial ATA AGP slot INT A shared - - - INT C - - ASUS K8N motherboard 1-13
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... for connecting next generation USB peripherals such as high resolution cameras, scanners, and printers. ASUS K8N motherboard USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND 1-21 CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND ® K8N K8N Fan connectors PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND 6. The module has two... USB 2.0 ports for additional USB ports. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to this header. These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver...
... for connecting next generation USB peripherals such as high resolution cameras, scanners, and printers. ASUS K8N motherboard USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND 1-21 CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND ® K8N K8N Fan connectors PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND 6. The module has two... USB 2.0 ports for additional USB ports. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to this header. These are inadequate, a USB header is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver...
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...Latency value. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0] [3.0] [2.5] DRAM RAS TO CAS Delay [Auto] Sets the DRAM RAS TO CAS Delay. Device driver developers may enable it for normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.4 Chipset The items in this menu show the chipset-related ... Mode item is set the memory clock mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-17 GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Enables or disables the GART Error Reporting feature. This option should always be set one of the standard...
...Latency value. Configuration options: [Auto] [2.0] [3.0] [2.5] DRAM RAS TO CAS Delay [Auto] Sets the DRAM RAS TO CAS Delay. Device driver developers may enable it for normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.4 Chipset The items in this menu show the chipset-related ... Mode item is set the memory clock mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6 CLK] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-17 GART Error Reporting [Disabled] Enables or disables the GART Error Reporting feature. This option should always be set one of the standard...
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...2000/XP/2003 Server operating system (OS). Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. Visit the ASUS website for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your computer. The CD automatically... displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for more information If Autorun is enabled in your CD-ROM drive. The contents of...
...2000/XP/2003 Server operating system (OS). Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. Visit the ASUS website for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your computer. The CD automatically... displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for more information If Autorun is enabled in your CD-ROM drive. The contents of...
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... the Microsoft® DirectX™ 9.0 driver before installing the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology driver. ASUS K8N motherboard 3-3 Make sure to support USB 2.0. 3.2.2 Drivers menu Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft® DirectX™ 9.0 driver. Nvidia Chipset Driver Program Installs the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers for Serial ATA and RAID features...
... the Microsoft® DirectX™ 9.0 driver before installing the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology driver. ASUS K8N motherboard 3-3 Make sure to support USB 2.0. 3.2.2 Drivers menu Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Driver Installs the Microsoft® DirectX™ 9.0 driver. Nvidia Chipset Driver Program Installs the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers for Serial ATA and RAID features...
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... install the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature. • The AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip. From the Power schemes combo list box, select Minimal Power Management. 6. ASUS K8N motherboard 3-9 Turn on the task the CPU...
... install the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature. • The AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip. From the Power schemes combo list box, select Minimal Power Management. 6. ASUS K8N motherboard 3-9 Turn on the task the CPU...