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... by the digit before and after the period of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; Copyright © 1999 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Product Name: ASUS MEW-AM Manual Revision: 1.01 E415 Release Date: June 1999 2 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS...
... by the digit before and after the period of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; Copyright © 1999 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Product Name: ASUS MEW-AM Manual Revision: 1.01 E415 Release Date: June 1999 2 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS...
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... +886-2-2894-3447 ext. 111 Fax: +886-2-2895-9254 Email: tsd@asus.com.tw Newsgroup: news2.asus.com.tw WWW: www.asus.com.tw FTP: ftp.asus.com.tw/pub/ASUS ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Marketing Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center, ...ASUS ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Europe) Marketing Address: Harkort Str. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany Telephone: 49-2102-445011 Fax: 49-2102-442066 Email: [email protected] Technical Support Hotline: 49-2102-499712 BBS: 49-2102-448690 Email: [email protected] WWW: www.asuscom.de FTP: ftp.asuscom.de/pub/ASUSCOM ASUS MEW...
... +886-2-2894-3447 ext. 111 Fax: +886-2-2895-9254 Email: tsd@asus.com.tw Newsgroup: news2.asus.com.tw WWW: www.asus.com.tw FTP: ftp.asus.com.tw/pub/ASUS ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Marketing Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center, ...ASUS ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Europe) Marketing Address: Harkort Str. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany Telephone: 49-2102-445011 Fax: 49-2102-442066 Email: [email protected] Technical Support Hotline: 49-2102-499712 BBS: 49-2102-448690 Email: [email protected] WWW: www.asuscom.de FTP: ftp.asuscom.de/pub/ASUSCOM ASUS MEW...
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... 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 4 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. CONTENTS 1.
... 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 4 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. CONTENTS 1.
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BIOS SETUP 28 4.1 Flash Memory Writer Utility 28 4.1.1 Main Menu 28 4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures (only when necessary) ......... 29 4.2 BIOS Setup Program 31 4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar 32 4.2.2 Legend Bar 32 4.3 Main Menu 34 4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave 35 4.3.2 Keyboard Features 38 4.4 Advanced Menu 40 4.4.1 I/O Device Configuration 41 4.5 Security Menu 42 4.6 Power Menu 44 General Power Settings 44 Power-Up Events 44 4.7 Boot Menu 45 Boot Sequence 45 4.8 Exit Menu 46 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 5 CONTENTS 4.
BIOS SETUP 28 4.1 Flash Memory Writer Utility 28 4.1.1 Main Menu 28 4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures (only when necessary) ......... 29 4.2 BIOS Setup Program 31 4.2.1 BIOS Menu Bar 32 4.2.2 Legend Bar 32 4.3 Main Menu 34 4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave 35 4.3.2 Keyboard Features 38 4.4 Advanced Menu 40 4.4.1 I/O Device Configuration 41 4.5 Security Menu 42 4.6 Power Menu 44 General Power Settings 44 Power-Up Events 44 4.7 Boot Menu 45 Boot Sequence 45 4.8 Exit Menu 46 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 5 CONTENTS 4.
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... 15. These limits are designed to radio communications. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 6 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. If this product not expressly approved by one...
... 15. These limits are designed to radio communications. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 6 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. If this product not expressly approved by one...
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... 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 (1) Serial COM2 connector with bracket (1) 40-pin ribbon cable for internal UltraDMA/33 IDE drives (1) 80-wire ribbon cable for internal UltraDMA/66 or... a 40-pin connector.) (1) Ribbon cable for (1) 5.25" and (2) 3.5" floppy drives (1) Bag of spare jumper caps (1) Support CD with drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard User's Manual ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 7
... 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 (1) Serial COM2 connector with bracket (1) 40-pin ribbon cable for internal UltraDMA/33 IDE drives (1) 80-wire ribbon cable for internal UltraDMA/66 or... a 40-pin connector.) (1) Ribbon cable for (1) 5.25" and (2) 3.5" floppy drives (1) Bag of spare jumper caps (1) Support CD with drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard User's Manual ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 7
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... DMI through BIOS, which provides more features and provides selection of higher refresh rates and resolutions. • Versatile Memory Support! FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS MEW-AM Motherboard The MEW-AM motherboard from ASUS is designed for Socket 370 and packaged in a small package. 2.1.1 Specifications • Latest Intel Socket 370 Processor Support! The 810-DC100 (... protection and secured Internet transactions. • Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection! Hardware random number generator supports new security software for virtually automatic setup. 8 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
... DMI through BIOS, which provides more features and provides selection of higher refresh rates and resolutions. • Versatile Memory Support! FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS MEW-AM Motherboard The MEW-AM motherboard from ASUS is designed for Socket 370 and packaged in a small package. 2.1.1 Specifications • Latest Intel Socket 370 Processor Support! The 810-DC100 (... protection and secured Internet transactions. • Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection! Hardware random number generator supports new security software for virtually automatic setup. 8 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
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...to CPU. • SDRAM Optimized Performance! Of course 100MHz/100MHz synchronous host/DRAM clock is also implemented on all the energy saving standards. ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 9 Supports UltraDMA/66, UltraDMA/33 (IDE DMA Mode 2), PIO Modes 3 & 4, and supports Enhanced IDE devices, ...such as Windows 98 must be ready around the clock, yet satisfy all ASUS smart series motherboards. The integrated motion compensation allows for maximum performance. • Double or Quadruple the IDE Transfer Speed! FEATURES • Highest...
...to CPU. • SDRAM Optimized Performance! Of course 100MHz/100MHz synchronous host/DRAM clock is also implemented on all the energy saving standards. ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 9 Supports UltraDMA/66, UltraDMA/33 (IDE DMA Mode 2), PIO Modes 3 & 4, and supports Enhanced IDE devices, ...such as Windows 98 must be ready around the clock, yet satisfy all ASUS smart series motherboards. The integrated motion compensation allows for maximum performance. • Double or Quadruple the IDE Transfer Speed! FEATURES • Highest...
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FEATURES 2.2 ASUS MEW-AM Part Definitions The following are part descriptions for the motherboard parts shown on the next page. 1 Socket 370 for Intel Celeron 370 processors 2 DIMM ... In Connectors (optional) 17 VGA Monitor Output Connector 18 Parallel Connector 19 Serial COM1 Connector 20 USB Connectors 21 PS/2 Mouse, PS/2 Keyboard Connectors 10 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 2. FEATURES Part Definitions 2.
FEATURES 2.2 ASUS MEW-AM Part Definitions The following are part descriptions for the motherboard parts shown on the next page. 1 Socket 370 for Intel Celeron 370 processors 2 DIMM ... In Connectors (optional) 17 VGA Monitor Output Connector 18 Parallel Connector 19 Serial COM1 Connector 20 USB Connectors 21 PS/2 Mouse, PS/2 Keyboard Connectors 10 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 2. FEATURES Part Definitions 2.
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...) PRINTER GAME_AUDIO VGA Line Out Line In Mic In CD_IN Audio Codec 2 MB SDRAM 2 MB SDRAM Intel 810 Graphics & Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) PCI Slot 1 MEW-AM PCI Slot 2 PCI Slot 3 32-bit PCI Audio Chipset PCI Slot 4 COM2 4Mbit Firmware Hub (FWH) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR) Row 00 1 2 3 Super I/O PRIMARY...) RTCLR CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power WOL_CON PANEL 3. H/W SETUP Motherboard Layout SECONDARY IDE FLOPPY (Grayed items are optional at the time of purchase.) 12 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
...) PRINTER GAME_AUDIO VGA Line Out Line In Mic In CD_IN Audio Codec 2 MB SDRAM 2 MB SDRAM Intel 810 Graphics & Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) PCI Slot 1 MEW-AM PCI Slot 2 PCI Slot 3 32-bit PCI Audio Chipset PCI Slot 4 COM2 4Mbit Firmware Hub (FWH) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR) Row 00 1 2 3 Super I/O PRIMARY...) RTCLR CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power WOL_CON PANEL 3. H/W SETUP Motherboard Layout SECONDARY IDE FLOPPY (Grayed items are optional at the time of purchase.) 12 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
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... Settings • Install Memory Modules • Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU) • Install Expansion Cards • Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 13 3.
... Settings • Install Memory Modules • Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU) • Install Expansion Cards • Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 13 3.
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... SDRAM PCI 70MHz 105MHz 35MHz 66.0MHz 100.0MHz 33.4MHz Recommended CPU Setting NOTE: For updated processor settings, please visit ASUS' web site (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION) WARNING! Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. Premature wearing of your hands to a safely grounded...have one, touch both of the processor may result when overclocking. Hold components by the edges and try not to be possible. 14 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual H/W SETUP System Memory 3. To protect them against damage from the system. 1) CPU External Frequency Setting (FS0, FS1...
... SDRAM PCI 70MHz 105MHz 35MHz 66.0MHz 100.0MHz 33.4MHz Recommended CPU Setting NOTE: For updated processor settings, please visit ASUS' web site (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION) WARNING! Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. Premature wearing of your hands to a safely grounded...have one, touch both of the processor may result when overclocking. Hold components by the edges and try not to be possible. 14 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual H/W SETUP System Memory 3. To protect them against damage from the system. 1) CPU External Frequency Setting (FS0, FS1...
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This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 15 Sockets are available for best performance vs. double-sided come in 16, 32, 64,128MB; HARDWARE SETUP 3.5 System Memory (DIMM) NOTE: ...-Sided/Double-Sided 16, 32, 64, 128MB, or 256MB Total System Memory (Max 512MB) Total Memory x1 x1 = NOTE: At the time this speed. • ASUS motherboards support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs. This is required after adding or removing memory. 3. H/W SETUP System Memory 3. However, ECC memory modules may still be...
This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 15 Sockets are available for best performance vs. double-sided come in 16, 32, 64,128MB; HARDWARE SETUP 3.5 System Memory (DIMM) NOTE: ...-Sided/Double-Sided 16, 32, 64, 128MB, or 256MB Total System Memory (Max 512MB) Total Memory x1 x1 = NOTE: At the time this speed. • ASUS motherboards support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs. This is required after adding or removing memory. 3. H/W SETUP System Memory 3. However, ECC memory modules may still be...
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...to prevent the wrong type from being inserted into the DIMM slot on both sides. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM slot. 16 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. SIMM modules have a higher pin density. To determine the ...DIMM type, check the notches on the DIMM module will only fit in the orientation shown. Lock 1 MEW-AM MEW-AM 168-Pin DIMM Sockets 88 Pins 60 Pins 20 Pins FRONT The DIMMs must ask your retailer the correct DIMM type before purchasing. ...
...to prevent the wrong type from being inserted into the DIMM slot on both sides. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM slot. 16 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. SIMM modules have a higher pin density. To determine the ...DIMM type, check the notches on the DIMM module will only fit in the orientation shown. Lock 1 MEW-AM MEW-AM 168-Pin DIMM Sockets 88 Pins 60 Pins 20 Pins FRONT The DIMMs must ask your retailer the correct DIMM type before purchasing. ...
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... required to prevent overheating. The CPU that came with the correct orientation as shown. You may not be possible. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 1 MEW-AM MEW-AM Socket 370 Notch ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 17 If this is not the case, then purchase a fan before you should point towards the end of the CPU...
... required to prevent overheating. The CPU that came with the correct orientation as shown. You may not be possible. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 1 MEW-AM MEW-AM Socket 370 Notch ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 17 If this is not the case, then purchase a fan before you should point towards the end of the CPU...
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... other system components. HARDWARE SETUP 3.7 Expansion Cards WARNING! Carefully align the card's connectors and press firmly. 4. Replace the computer system's cover. 6. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 18 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Install the necessary software drivers for your motherboard and expansion cards. 3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure 1. Set up the BIOS if necessary. 7. Make...
... other system components. HARDWARE SETUP 3.7 Expansion Cards WARNING! Carefully align the card's connectors and press firmly. 4. Replace the computer system's cover. 6. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 18 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Install the necessary software drivers for your motherboard and expansion cards. 3.7.1 Expansion Card Installation Procedure 1. Set up the BIOS if necessary. 7. Make...
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... exceptions. H/W SETUP Connectors 2) PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin PS2KBMS) This connection is detected. HARDWARE SETUP 3.8 External Connectors WARNING! PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female) 3. PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 19 Some pins are clearly distinguished from the first connector. 1) PS/2 Mouse Connector (6-pin PS2KBMS) The system will direct IRQ12 to the...
... exceptions. H/W SETUP Connectors 2) PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin PS2KBMS) This connection is detected. HARDWARE SETUP 3.8 External Connectors WARNING! PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female) 3. PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 19 Some pins are clearly distinguished from the first connector. 1) PS/2 Mouse Connector (6-pin PS2KBMS) The system will direct IRQ12 to the...
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Serial Port (9-pin Male) COM 1 20 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual USB 1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2 4) Parallel Port Connector (25-pin PRINTER) The parallel connector is ready for a mouse or other serial devices. ...
Serial Port (9-pin Male) COM 1 20 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual USB 1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2 4) Parallel Port Connector (25-pin PRINTER) The parallel connector is ready for a mouse or other serial devices. ...
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... connected to headphones or preferably powered speakers. Mic (pink) allows microphones to this connector for inputting voice. Line Out Line In Mic 1/8" Stereo Audio Connectors ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 21 H/W SETUP Connectors VGA Monitor (15-pin Female) 7) Joystick/MIDI Connector (15-pin GAME_AUDIO) (optional) You may connect game joysticks or game...
... connected to headphones or preferably powered speakers. Mic (pink) allows microphones to this connector for inputting voice. Line Out Line In Mic 1/8" Stereo Audio Connectors ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 21 H/W SETUP Connectors VGA Monitor (15-pin Female) 7) Joystick/MIDI Connector (15-pin GAME_AUDIO) (optional) You may connect game joysticks or game...
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...disks, you must use an 80-wire IDE cable or else devices will automatically be both Masters with pin 5 plugged). H/W SETUP Connectors MEW-AM IDE Connectors 10) Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34-1pin FLOPPY) This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. IMPORTANT: UltraDMA/66... IDE devices must configure the second drive to PIN 1 PIN 1 1 MEW-AM MEW-AM Floppy Disk Drive Connector 22 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual PIN 1 1 MEW-AM NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to Slave mode by setting its jumper accordingly...
...disks, you must use an 80-wire IDE cable or else devices will automatically be both Masters with pin 5 plugged). H/W SETUP Connectors MEW-AM IDE Connectors 10) Floppy Disk Drive Connector (34-1pin FLOPPY) This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. IMPORTANT: UltraDMA/66... IDE devices must configure the second drive to PIN 1 PIN 1 1 MEW-AM MEW-AM Floppy Disk Drive Connector 22 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual PIN 1 1 MEW-AM NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to Slave mode by setting its jumper accordingly...