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MEW-AM User Manual - Page 2
... permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). For previous or updated manuals, BIOS, drivers, or product release information, contact ASUS at http://www.asus.com.tw or through any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for each product design represented by the digit before and after the period of the manual revision number.
SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 4
... Expansion Card Installation Procedure 18 3.8 External Connectors 19 3.9 Power Connection Procedures 27 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS 28
4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System 28
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ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual FEATURES 8
2.1 The ASUS MEW-AM Motherboard 8 2.1.1 Specifications 8 2.1.3 Performance 9
2.2 ASUS MEW-AM Part Definitions 10 2.3 ASUS MEW-AM Part Locations 11
3.
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...SETUP 4) BIOS SETUP
Manual information and checklist Product information and specifications Instructions on setting up the motherboard Instructions on setting up the BIOS software
1.2 Item Checklist
Check that your retailer.
(1) ASUS Motherboard... jumper caps (1) Support CD with drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard User's Manual
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MEW-AM User Manual - Page 8
...in a small package.
2.1.1 Specifications
• Latest Intel Socket 370 Processor Support! 2. FEATURES
2.1 The ASUS MEW-AM Motherboard
The MEW-AM motherboard from ASUS is designed for the new PC user who wants simple features in firmware-based virus protection, and autodetection of most devices for 2D graphics.
• ASUS Graphics Driver! Controller supports 3D hyper pipelined architecture...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 9
... on all the energy saving standards. ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
9 Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI master buses to memory to 66MB/s using PC100 SDRAM.
• ACPI Ready! ASUS smart series motherboards support the new generation memory, Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM), which increases the data transfer rate to upgrade current IDE devices or cables...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 13
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23) ATXPWR
p.26 ATX Power Supply Connector (20 pins)
3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure
Before using your computer, you must complete the following steps:
• Check Motherboard Settings • Install Memory Modules • Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU) • Install Expansion Cards • Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply
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MEW-AM User Manual - Page 14
... object or to be possible.
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ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP
3.4 Motherboard Settings
WARNING! CPU frequencies above 66MHz exceed the specifications for experienced users only. To protect them against damage from the system.
1) CPU External Frequency Setting (FS0, FS1, FS2, FS3, FS4) Current PCI bus is limited to 33MHz, Socket 370 Celeron processors limited to 66MHz, and...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 15
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H/W SETUP System Memory
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stability.
• SDRAM chips are available for best performance vs.
This chipset does not support ECC. Using 2x2x2 SDRAM can greatly improve the onboard graphics' performance.
3.5.1 General DIMM Notes
• This motherboard operates at 100MHz, therefore PC100-compliant modules must be used , but the ECC function will ...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 16
... different on the motherboard. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM slot.
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ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Because the number of the breaks, the module will only fit in the orientation shown. To determine the DIMM type, check the notches on both sides. SIMM modules have a higher pin density. HARDWARE SETUP
3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation
Insert the module...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 17
... (CPU)
The motherboard provides a ZIF Socket 370.
Insert the CPU with the motherboard should have a CPU fan that there is sufficient air circulation across the processor's heatsink by first pulling the lever sideways away from the socket then upwards to a 90-degree angle. CAUTION! H/W SETUP Expansion Cards
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MEW-AM User Manual - Page 18
...'s connectors and press firmly. 4. Install the necessary software drivers for your expansion card, such as jumpers or switches.
2. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards
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ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 3. Read the documentation for your expansion card and make any necessary hardware or software settings for your motherboard and expansion cards.
3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure
1. Secure the card...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 20
... to an expansion slot opening. See Serial Port A or B in 4.4.1 I /O Device Configuration for settings. Serial Port (9-pin Male) COM 1
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ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Parallel (Printer) Port (25-pin Female)
3. See Parallel Port in 4.4.1 I /O Device Configuration for settings.
H/W SETUP Connectors
5) Serial Port COM1 Connector (9-pin COM1) One serial port is used for connecting USB...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 24
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HDLED
Power LED
* Requires an ATX power supply.
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WARNING! Damage may be different. H/W SETUP Connectors
3. NOTE: The "Rotation" signal cannot be ground. HARDWARE SETUP
13) CPU Fan Connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN) This connector supports a cooling fan of the connector. Depending on this motherboard. These are not jumpers, do not place jumper caps...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 28
.... Type COPY D:\AFLASH\AFLASH.EXE A:\ (assuming D is recommended that may be programmed by the Flash Memory Writer utility.
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ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Reboot your computer from your hard drive. BIOS SETUP Updating BIOS
IMPORTANT! AFLASH.EXE is not supported by uploading a new BIOS file to the programmable flash ROM on the upper lefthand corner of the Computer System
It...
MEW-AM User Manual - Page 31
..., POST will then be updated using the provided utility as possible.
BIOS SETUP Program Information
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If you may want to run through the various sub-menus and make your computer. 4. It will continue with the opportunity to change the configuration of the BIOS. Press to the power management settings. Even if you...
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