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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. 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. ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 Reading flash ..... done Write to file......
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. 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. ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 Reading flash ..... done Write to file......
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... Firmware Update Utility - Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... 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 /iP5B-VM DO.ROM 4. All...
... Firmware Update Utility - Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... 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 /iP5B-VM DO.ROM 4. All...
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... Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 33 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...
... Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 33 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...
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... 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. All Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 .../2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail 34 BIOS 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete ...
... 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. All Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 .../2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail 34 BIOS 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete ...
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... 2.8.3 Internal connectors 2-28 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-39 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-39 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-7 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-7 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-8 3.3.4 Menu items 3-8 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-8 3.3.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.3.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.3.8 Scroll bar...
... 2.8.3 Internal connectors 2-28 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-39 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-39 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 3-6 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-7 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-7 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-8 3.3.4 Menu items 3-8 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-8 3.3.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.3.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.3.8 Scroll bar...
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... are not part of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for...
... are not part of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for...
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... increment Overclocking protection: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 - PCI Express frequency tuning from 200 MHz up to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment - Onboard Switch 100% High-quality Japan-made conductive polymer capacitors (5000hrs VRM, over 57 years operation lifespan at 0.0125V increment - M4A79 Deluxe specifications summary ASUS unique features Special features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Power Solutions: - 8+2 Phase...
... increment Overclocking protection: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 - PCI Express frequency tuning from 200 MHz up to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment - Onboard Switch 100% High-quality Japan-made conductive polymer capacitors (5000hrs VRM, over 57 years operation lifespan at 0.0125V increment - M4A79 Deluxe specifications summary ASUS unique features Special features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Power Solutions: - 8+2 Phase...
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M4A79 Deluxe specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x S/PDIF Out port (coaxial) 1 x S/PDIF Out port (optical) 1 ...1 x S/PDIF Out header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x Power on switch 1 x Reset switch 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE, ...
M4A79 Deluxe specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x S/PDIF Out port (coaxial) 1 x S/PDIF Out port (optical) 1 ...1 x S/PDIF Out header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x Power on switch 1 x Reset switch 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE, ...
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... load multiple BIOS settings. Fanless Design-Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology...
... load multiple BIOS settings. Fanless Design-Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology...
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.... eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 1-5 When the system hangs due to buy a replacement ROM chip. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. This protection eliminates the need to overclocking. Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to short... the pins or moving jumpers! 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v ...
.... eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 1-5 When the system hangs due to buy a replacement ROM chip. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. This protection eliminates the need to overclocking. Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to short... the pins or moving jumpers! 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v ...
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DIMM socket Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm (Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* A-DATA ADQYE1A08 1024MB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5 V V A-DATA ADQYE1B16 2048MB DS N/A Apacer BoxP/N:CH.02GAF.C0KK2 (78.0AG9S.9KF) 2048MB (Kit of... (Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 5-5-5-15 5-5-5-15 5-5-5-15 2.0-2.1 V V V 2.2-2.3 V V V 2.2-2.3 V V 2.2-2.3 V 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
DIMM socket Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm (Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* A-DATA ADQYE1A08 1024MB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5 V V A-DATA ADQYE1B16 2048MB DS N/A Apacer BoxP/N:CH.02GAF.C0KK2 (78.0AG9S.9KF) 2048MB (Kit of... (Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 5-5-5-15 5-5-5-15 5-5-5-15 2.0-2.1 V V V 2.2-2.3 V V V 2.2-2.3 V V 2.2-2.3 V 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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...25A KKA8FEIBF-HJK-25A KKB8FFBXF-CFA-25A Heat-Sink Package E5108AJBG-8E-E E5108AJBG-8E-E Heat-Sink Package HY5PS1GB31CFP-S5 Heat-Sink Package Timing Dimm (Bios) 5 5 5 4 4-4-4-12 DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* VV V VV V VV V VV V 1.9 VV... 1.8 VV 2.0 VV 1.8 VV 2.0 VV V 1.8 VV V 2.0 VV V 1.8 VV V 1.8 VV V VV V V VV VV V 1.95 V V 1.8 Vv V 1.8 Vv V 2.0 VV V 1.8 VV V 2.0 VV V ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-13 Chapter 2 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
...25A KKA8FEIBF-HJK-25A KKB8FFBXF-CFA-25A Heat-Sink Package E5108AJBG-8E-E E5108AJBG-8E-E Heat-Sink Package HY5PS1GB31CFP-S5 Heat-Sink Package Timing Dimm (Bios) 5 5 5 4 4-4-4-12 DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* VV V VV V VV V VV V 1.9 VV... 1.8 VV 2.0 VV 1.8 VV 2.0 VV V 1.8 VV V 2.0 VV V 1.8 VV V 1.8 VV V VV V V VV VV V 1.95 V V 1.8 Vv V 1.8 Vv V 2.0 VV V 1.8 VV V 2.0 VV V ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-13 Chapter 2 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
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Timing Dimm (Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* 1024MB DS ELPIDA E5108AJBG-8E-E 1.8 V V 1024MB DS V59C1 512804QBF25 1.8 VV V 1024MB DS ELPIDA E5108AJBG-8E-E 1.8 V 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-... M2Y1G64TU88D4B-AC M2Y1G64TU8HB0B-25C M2Y2G64TU8HD4B-AC N/A N/A XP2-6400 04701G16CZ5D2A PSD2 51280081 PSD21G8002 PSD22GB002 PDC24G6400LLK SP001GBLRU800S02 SP002GBLRU800S02 TEDD1024M800HC5 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability (cont.) Vendor Part No.
Timing Dimm (Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* 1024MB DS ELPIDA E5108AJBG-8E-E 1.8 V V 1024MB DS V59C1 512804QBF25 1.8 VV V 1024MB DS ELPIDA E5108AJBG-8E-E 1.8 V 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-... M2Y1G64TU88D4B-AC M2Y1G64TU8HB0B-25C M2Y2G64TU8HD4B-AC N/A N/A XP2-6400 04701G16CZ5D2A PSD2 51280081 PSD21G8002 PSD22GB002 PDC24G6400LLK SP001GBLRU800S02 SP002GBLRU800S02 TEDD1024M800HC5 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability (cont.) Vendor Part No.
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Timing Dimm (Bios) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* Apacer 78.01G9O.9K5 1024MB SS APACER AM4B5808CQJS7E...GX24GB5300LDC 4096MB(Kit of dual‑channel memory configuration. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one ...-6E-E 1.8 V VV KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/1G 1024MB DS ELPIDA E5108AJBG-8E-E 1.8 V SS - Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-15 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
Timing Dimm (Bios) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* Apacer 78.01G9O.9K5 1024MB SS APACER AM4B5808CQJS7E...GX24GB5300LDC 4096MB(Kit of dual‑channel memory configuration. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one ...-6E-E 1.8 V VV KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/1G 1024MB DS ELPIDA E5108AJBG-8E-E 1.8 V SS - Chapter 2 ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-15 M4A79 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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... card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the next page for details. Refer to the table on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-17 When using PCI cards on the next page. 3. Refer to the tables on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support...press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing...
... card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the next page for details. Refer to the table on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-17 When using PCI cards on the next page. 3. Refer to the tables on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support...press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing...
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Universal PCI Express x16 slots (max. x8 mode) This motherboard also supports universal PCI Express x16 slots with the PCI Express specifications. See page 2-33 for optimum VGA performance... install two graphics cards to the blue slots and use other x4 PCIe cards simultaneously, the x4 PCIe cards will downgrade to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for details. If you install multiple graphics cards, we recommend that comply with a maximum speed of PCI Express... the rear chassis fan cable to x1 mode for the connector location. You may reassign PCIe width in BIOS settings.
Universal PCI Express x16 slots (max. x8 mode) This motherboard also supports universal PCI Express x16 slots with the PCI Express specifications. See page 2-33 for optimum VGA performance... install two graphics cards to the blue slots and use other x4 PCIe cards simultaneously, the x4 PCIe cards will downgrade to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for details. If you install multiple graphics cards, we recommend that comply with a maximum speed of PCI Express... the rear chassis fan cable to x1 mode for the connector location. You may reassign PCIe width in BIOS settings.
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...not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off and on...Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-21 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to enable C.P.R. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the ...
...not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off and on...Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ASUS M4A79 Deluxe 2-21 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to enable C.P.R. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the ...
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Chapter 2 Pins 2-3 (Default) Pins 1-2 (OV Enabled) OV_CPU 0.80V - 1.70V up to work stably under the highest BIOS voltage setting before you change the jumper setting for the first time. Doing so may need a better cooling system (for example, a water-cooling system) to 1.... to halt. CPU overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU) This jumper allows you install a new CPU and have not booted for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items introduced in BIOS. Set to pins 1-2 to adjust the desired CPU performance.
Chapter 2 Pins 2-3 (Default) Pins 1-2 (OV Enabled) OV_CPU 0.80V - 1.70V up to work stably under the highest BIOS voltage setting before you change the jumper setting for the first time. Doing so may need a better cooling system (for example, a water-cooling system) to 1.... to halt. CPU overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU) This jumper allows you install a new CPU and have not booted for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items introduced in BIOS. Set to pins 1-2 to adjust the desired CPU performance.
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LAN (RJ-45) port** 5. External SATA port* 9. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 10. See section 3.4.2 Storage Configuration for details. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. 2.8 Connectors 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Audio I/O ports*** * To use hot-plug, set the OnChip SATA Type in the BIOS settings to [AHCI] mode. IEEE 1394a port 4. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 7. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 11. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 6.
LAN (RJ-45) port** 5. External SATA port* 9. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 10. See section 3.4.2 Storage Configuration for details. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. 2.8 Connectors 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Audio I/O ports*** * To use hot-plug, set the OnChip SATA Type in the BIOS settings to [AHCI] mode. IEEE 1394a port 4. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 7. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 11. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 6.
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...you intend to [RAID]. Chapter 2 Important note on how to configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10, refer to the RAID manual in the BIOS to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the Onchip SATA Type item in the support DVD. • If you can create a RAID 0,... For detailed instructions on Serial ATA Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using these connectors, set the Onchip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [IDE] by default. These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk and optical disk drives. 4. If you ...
...you intend to [RAID]. Chapter 2 Important note on how to configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10, refer to the RAID manual in the BIOS to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the Onchip SATA Type item in the support DVD. • If you can create a RAID 0,... For detailed instructions on Serial ATA Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using these connectors, set the Onchip SATA Type item in the BIOS to [IDE] by default. These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk and optical disk drives. 4. If you ...