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... 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Powering off the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-5 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-11...
... 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Powering off the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-5 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-11...
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... following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and...
... following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and...
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... Selection(SFS) allows FSB tuning from 100 MHz to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment ASUS 8-Phase Power Design for each VRM Q-Fan 2 ASUS Heat-pipe Thermal solution Multi-language BIOS SATA on the Go CrashFree BIOS 3 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)...PCIe frequencies. - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.0125 V increment - L1N64-SLI WS/B specifications summary ASUS special features Performance ASUS special features Thermal ASUS special features Life Rear panel Internal connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - Hyper Path 3 Precision Tweaker: -...
... Selection(SFS) allows FSB tuning from 100 MHz to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment ASUS 8-Phase Power Design for each VRM Q-Fan 2 ASUS Heat-pipe Thermal solution Multi-language BIOS SATA on the Go CrashFree BIOS 3 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)...PCIe frequencies. - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.0125 V increment - L1N64-SLI WS/B specifications summary ASUS special features Performance ASUS special features Thermal ASUS special features Life Rear panel Internal connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - Hyper Path 3 Precision Tweaker: -...
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L1N64-SLI WS/B specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, AI NET 2, Chassis Intrusion Power requirements ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Support CD contents Device drivers BIOS flash utility under DOS ASUS Update NVIDIA® RAID Form factor CEB form factor: 12 in x 10.5 in (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii
L1N64-SLI WS/B specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, AI NET 2, Chassis Intrusion Power requirements ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Support CD contents Device drivers BIOS flash utility under DOS ASUS Update NVIDIA® RAID Form factor CEB form factor: 12 in x 10.5 in (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii
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...options. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to generate less heat compared with dual Gigabit LAN controllers... to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) ...
...options. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to generate less heat compared with dual Gigabit LAN controllers... to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) ...
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...card After installing the expansion card, configure the it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Refer to install expansion cards. otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable ...card. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for later use . Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to the card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that ...
...card After installing the expansion card, configure the it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Refer to install expansion cards. otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable ...card. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for later use . Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to the card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that ...
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...pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to re-enter data. L1N64-SLI WS(/B) CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) L1N64-SLI WS(/B) Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include... system setup information such as system passwords. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup ...
...pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to re-enter data. L1N64-SLI WS(/B) CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) L1N64-SLI WS(/B) Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include... system setup information such as system passwords. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup ...
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...HD Audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC '97 audio pin definition SENSE2_RETUR SENSE1_RETUR PRESENCE# GND NC NC NC AGND L1N64-SLI WS(/B) Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L L1N64-SLI WS(/B) Analog front panel connector • We recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that supports ..., set to [HD Audio]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [AC97]. Connect one end of a PSU with a higher power output is inadequate. 9. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 2-29
...HD Audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC '97 audio pin definition SENSE2_RETUR SENSE1_RETUR PRESENCE# GND NC NC NC AGND L1N64-SLI WS(/B) Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L L1N64-SLI WS(/B) Analog front panel connector • We recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that supports ..., set to [HD Audio]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [AC97]. Connect one end of a PSU with a higher power output is inadequate. 9. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 2-29
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PLED SPEAKER PANEL L1N64-SLI WS(/B) IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. System ...PWR Ground Reset Ground 13. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. L1N64-SLI WS(/B) System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. PLED+ PLED+...
PLED SPEAKER PANEL L1N64-SLI WS(/B) IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. System ...PWR Ground Reset Ground 13. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. L1N64-SLI WS(/B) System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. PLED+ PLED+...
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... . Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with the last device on self tests or POST. Monitor b. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 3- After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may light up . For systems with...
... . Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with the last device on self tests or POST. Monitor b. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 3- After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may light up . For systems with...
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...button to shut down the computer. 3. If you are using Windows® 2000: 1. The power supply should turn off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode... or to section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4 for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down . If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. Click the Start button...
...button to shut down the computer. 3. If you are using Windows® 2000: 1. The power supply should turn off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode... or to section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4 for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down . If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. Click the Start button...
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Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
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Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-12 4.4 Advanced menu 4-17 4.5 Power menu 4-29 4.6 Boot menu 4-34 4.7 Exit menu 4-39 ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-12 4.4 Advanced menu 4-17 4.5 Power menu 4-29 4.6 Boot menu 4-34 4.7 Exit menu 4-39 ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B
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... support CD in Windows® environment.) 2. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 4- Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the support CD that allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update...
... support CD in Windows® environment.) 2. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 4- Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the support CD that allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update...
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Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup
Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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... instructions to avail of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. The ASUS Update utility is capable of all its features. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Save. 4. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 4- Always update the utility to complete the update process. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Follow the screen instructions...
... instructions to avail of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. The ASUS Update utility is capable of all its features. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Save. 4. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 4- Always update the utility to complete the update process. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Follow the screen instructions...
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Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the bootable floppy disk. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Click Start from the menu, then select Format. c. Click File from the Windows® desktop, then select My Computer. e. Windows® 2000 ...environment To create a set of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. c. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. DOS environment a. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press . d. Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to continue. 2....
Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the bootable floppy disk. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Click Start from the menu, then select Format. c. Click File from the Windows® desktop, then select My Computer. e. Windows® 2000 ...environment To create a set of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. c. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. DOS environment a. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press . d. Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to continue. 2....
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... 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Reading flash ..... ok A:\> The utility returns to the floppy disk. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 4- The utility copies the current BIOS file to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. done Write to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 2. 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS... eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from ...
... 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Reading flash ..... ok A:\> The utility returns to the floppy disk. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 4- The utility copies the current BIOS file to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. done Write to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 2. 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS... eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from ...
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...file ....... A:\>afudos /iL1N64WS.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - done Reading flash ...... Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Write the BIOS filename on the bootable floppy disk. done Advance Check ...... You need to the bootable floppy disk...system in DOS mode, then at the DOS prompt. 2. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Save the BIOS file to prevent system boot failure! 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD...
...file ....... A:\>afudos /iL1N64WS.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - done Reading flash ...... Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Write the BIOS filename on the bootable floppy disk. done Advance Check ...... You need to the bootable floppy disk...system in DOS mode, then at the DOS prompt. 2. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Save the BIOS file to prevent system boot failure! 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD...
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All rights reserved. done Advance Check ...... done Writing flash ...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. 5. WARNING!! The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive. Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Verifying flash .... Erasing flash ...... done Reading flash ...... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 4- A:\>afudos /iL1N64WS.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility -
All rights reserved. done Advance Check ...... done Writing flash ...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. 5. WARNING!! The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive. Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Verifying flash .... Erasing flash ...... done Reading flash ...... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS L1N64-SLI WS/B 4- A:\>afudos /iL1N64WS.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility -