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BIOS 2.1 使用 AFUDOS BIOS AFUDOS DOS BIOS BIOS 程式。AFUDOS BIOS BIOS BIOS 程式 BIOS 程式。 1.2MB BIOS 1 AFUDOS 程式(afudos. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... done Write to file...... ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS 2.1 使用 AFUDOS BIOS AFUDOS DOS BIOS BIOS 程式。AFUDOS BIOS BIOS BIOS 程式 BIOS 程式。 1.2MB BIOS 1 AFUDOS 程式(afudos. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... done Write to file...... ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc.
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... restart your computer A:\> 32 BIOS AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... 更新 BIOS 程式 AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 1 tw.asus.com BIOS 片中。 BIOS BIOS 2. 將 AFUDOS.EXE BIOS 3 DOS afudos /i[filename filename BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos...
... restart your computer A:\> 32 BIOS AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... 更新 BIOS 程式 AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 1 tw.asus.com BIOS 片中。 BIOS BIOS 2. 將 AFUDOS.EXE BIOS 3 DOS afudos /i[filename filename BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos...
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.../13/2006 Flash Type - 2.2 使用 AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS 檔案與 AwardBIOS Flash 5 A awdflash 並按...
.../13/2006 Flash Type - 2.2 使用 AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS 檔案與 AwardBIOS Flash 5 A awdflash 並按...
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...File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset ...System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No ...
...File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset ...System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No ...
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... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 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 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 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...
... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 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 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 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...
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...you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is.... 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. 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 the support...
...you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is.... 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. 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 the support...
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... NET 2 Realtek ALC883 8-channel High Definition audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, and Multi-Streaming - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Crystal Sound - Supports up to 8 GB system memory *DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPU only *Refer to 5200 MT/s; M3A specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN High Definition audio...
... NET 2 Realtek ALC883 8-channel High Definition audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, and Multi-Streaming - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Crystal Sound - Supports up to 8 GB system memory *DDR2 1066 is supported by AM2+ CPU only *Refer to 5200 MT/s; M3A specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN High Definition audio...
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.... This unique module eliminates the trouble of the computer. ASUS M3A 1- See page 4-8 for details. Smart Support CD This feature provides a checklist that allows the user to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS. See pages 4-32 and 5-8 ...cables to the motherboard. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you can easily monitor the critical components of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. making it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows ...
.... This unique module eliminates the trouble of the computer. ASUS M3A 1- See page 4-8 for details. Smart Support CD This feature provides a checklist that allows the user to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS. See pages 4-32 and 5-8 ...cables to the motherboard. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you can easily monitor the critical components of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. making it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows ...
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... system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to achieve maximum system performance. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU...
... system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to achieve maximum system performance. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU...
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ASUS M3A 2- 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 21.8cm (8.6in) KBMS KBPWR ATX12V PWR_FAN CPU_FAN COM1 Socket AM2+ M3A DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,... ALC883 SPDIF_OUT PCI1 PCIEX1_2 CD AAFP PCI2 Super I/O CHASSIS FLOPPY PCI3 SATA4 AMD SB600 CHA_FAN1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB910 USBPW7-10 CLRTC BIOS SB_PWR PANEL USB78 SATA3 SATA2 PRI_IDE Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS M3A 2- 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 21.8cm (8.6in) KBMS KBPWR ATX12V PWR_FAN CPU_FAN COM1 Socket AM2+ M3A DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,... ALC883 SPDIF_OUT PCI1 PCIEX1_2 CD AAFP PCI2 Super I/O CHASSIS FLOPPY PCI3 SATA4 AMD SB600 CHA_FAN1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB910 USBPW7-10 CLRTC BIOS SB_PWR PANEL USB78 SATA3 SATA2 PRI_IDE Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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...removing expansion cards. Make sure to use . 4. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with it by adjusting the software settings... the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for the expansion card. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: ...
...removing expansion cards. Make sure to use . 4. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with it by adjusting the software settings... the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for the expansion card. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: ...
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... cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M3A 2-19 Reinstall the battery. 5. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due...
... cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS M3A 2-19 Reinstall the battery. 5. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due...
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...system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. KBPWR M3A 2 1 +5V 3 2 +5VSB (Default) ® M3A Keyboard power setting 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information USBPW1-4 USBPW56 M3A 3 2 2 1 +5V +5VSB ® (Default) USBPW7-10 12 23 M3A USB device wake up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB... device wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in the BIOS. This feature requires an ATX power supply ...
...system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. KBPWR M3A 2 1 +5V 3 2 +5VSB (Default) ® M3A Keyboard power setting 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information USBPW1-4 USBPW56 M3A 3 2 2 1 +5V +5VSB ® (Default) USBPW7-10 12 23 M3A USB device wake up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB... device wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in the BIOS. This feature requires an ATX power supply ...
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...to the table below for Serial ATA hard disk and optical disk drives. right angle side ASUS M3A 2-25 If you are using Windows® XP or later version. • When using the connectors in the motherboard support CD. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before ...using these connectors, set the Onchip SATA Type item in the BIOS to 5.4.2 RAID Configuration or the manual bundled in Native IDE mode, connect...
...to the table below for Serial ATA hard disk and optical disk drives. right angle side ASUS M3A 2-25 If you are using Windows® XP or later version. • When using the connectors in the motherboard support CD. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before ...using these connectors, set the Onchip SATA Type item in the BIOS to 5.4.2 RAID Configuration or the manual bundled in Native IDE mode, connect...
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... you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to [AC97]. M3A Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel ® CD M3A Internal audio connector 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a High ... to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector, set the SDIN0/1/2/3 Pin Config item in the BIOS setup to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. Front panel audio connector (10...
... you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to [AC97]. M3A Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel ® CD M3A Internal audio connector 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a High ... to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector, set the SDIN0/1/2/3 Pin Config item in the BIOS setup to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. Front panel audio connector (10...
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PWR Ground Reset Ground M3A System panel connector IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is ... LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. ASUS M3A 2-31 PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker M3A PANEL ® IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the...Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. The speaker allows you turn on the...
PWR Ground Reset Ground M3A System panel connector IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is ... LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. ASUS M3A 2-31 PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker M3A PANEL ® IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the...Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. The speaker allows you turn on the...
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... At power on the screen. Monitor b. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on , hold down the key to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. ASUS M3A 3- System power 6. While the tests are off. 3. If your ... chassis. 4. External SCSI devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. Turn on the chain) c. 3.1 Starting up . Be sure that is equipped with the last ...
... At power on the screen. Monitor b. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on , hold down the key to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. ASUS M3A 3- System power 6. While the tests are off. 3. If your ... chassis. 4. External SCSI devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. Turn on the chain) c. 3.1 Starting up . Be sure that is equipped with the last ...
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...® XP: 1. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the Turn Off button to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up Refer to section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4... the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista™: 1.
...® XP: 1. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the Turn Off button to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up Refer to section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4... the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista™: 1.
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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. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup
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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 4-27 4.6 Boot menu 4-31 4.7 Tools menu 4-36 4.8 Exit menu 4-37 ASUS M3A
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 4-27 4.6 Boot menu 4-31 4.7 Tools menu 4-36 4.8 Exit menu 4-37 ASUS M3A