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... 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 ASUS; All Rights Reserved. or (2) the serial number of the manual revision number. Manual updates are represented by ...AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product Name: ASUS MEW-AM Manual Revision: 1.01 E415 Release Date: June 1999 2 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Product warranty or service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective ...
... 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 ASUS; All Rights Reserved. or (2) the serial number of the manual revision number. Manual updates are represented by ...AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product Name: ASUS MEW-AM Manual Revision: 1.01 E415 Release Date: June 1999 2 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Product warranty or service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective ...
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...-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 ...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-AM User's Manual...
...-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 ...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-AM User's Manual...
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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 INTRODUCTION 7 1.1 How this manual is organized 7 1.2 Item Checklist 7 2. CONTENTS 1. 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.
... 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 INTRODUCTION 7 1.1 How this manual is organized 7 1.2 Item Checklist 7 2. CONTENTS 1. 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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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. 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
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... of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 6 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Any changes or modifications to this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that to...
... of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 6 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Any changes or modifications to this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that to...
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... 2) FEATURES 3) HARDWARE 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 (1) Serial COM2 connector with bracket (1) ... (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 If you discover damaged or missing items, please contact your package is complete. INTRODUCTION Sections/Checklist 1.
... 2) FEATURES 3) HARDWARE 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 (1) Serial COM2 connector with bracket (1) ... (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 If you discover damaged or missing items, please contact your package is complete. INTRODUCTION Sections/Checklist 1.
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... simple features in Plastic Pin Grid Array (PPGA). • Latest Intel 810-DC100 Chipset! FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS MEW-AM Motherboard The MEW-AM motherboard from ASUS is designed for data protection and secured Internet transactions. • Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection! Provides... protection and HD/SCSI/MO/ZIP/CD/Floppy boot selection. Supports Intel's Celeron processor designed for virtually automatic setup. 8 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual ASUS custom graphics driver also provides more control and protection over that of 4 sides) • Latest Low Pin Count Multi-I/O:...
... simple features in Plastic Pin Grid Array (PPGA). • Latest Intel 810-DC100 Chipset! FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS MEW-AM Motherboard The MEW-AM motherboard from ASUS is designed for data protection and secured Internet transactions. • Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection! Provides... protection and HD/SCSI/MO/ZIP/CD/Floppy boot selection. Supports Intel's Celeron processor designed for virtually automatic setup. 8 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual ASUS custom graphics driver also provides more control and protection over that of 4 sides) • Latest Low Pin Count Multi-I/O:...
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...at either 100MHz or 66MHz. (100MHz CPU with existing ATA-2 IDE specifications so there is no need to noise ratio) of +90dB. ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 9 IDE transfers using UltraDMA/ 33 Bus Master IDE can handle rates up to 33MB/s and up to CPU. • SDRAM Optimized ...Performance! ACPI provides more quality is also implemented on all ASUS smart series motherboards. Supports UltraDMA/66, UltraDMA/33 (IDE DMA Mode 2), PIO Modes 3 & ...
...at either 100MHz or 66MHz. (100MHz CPU with existing ATA-2 IDE specifications so there is no need to noise ratio) of +90dB. ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 9 IDE transfers using UltraDMA/ 33 Bus Master IDE can handle rates up to 33MB/s and up to CPU. • SDRAM Optimized ...Performance! ACPI provides more quality is also implemented on all ASUS smart series motherboards. Supports UltraDMA/66, UltraDMA/33 (IDE DMA Mode 2), PIO Modes 3 & ...
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FEATURES Part Definitions 2. 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
FEATURES Part Definitions 2. 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
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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
... 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
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... 90MHz 90MHz 30MHz 75.0MHz 112.5MHz 37.5MHz FS0 FS1 FS2 FS3 FS4 FS0 FS1 FS2 FS3 FS4 MEW-AM CPU External Frequency Selection 3 2 1 CPU 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! Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. 3. Unplug your... Celeron processors limited to 66MHz, and SDRAM limited to be possible. 14 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
... 90MHz 90MHz 30MHz 75.0MHz 112.5MHz 37.5MHz FS0 FS1 FS2 FS3 FS4 FS0 FS1 FS2 FS3 FS4 MEW-AM CPU External Frequency Selection 3 2 1 CPU 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! Computer motherboards and expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. 3. Unplug your... Celeron processors limited to 66MHz, and SDRAM limited to be possible. 14 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
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...HARDWARE SETUP 3.5 System Memory (DIMM) NOTE: No hardware or BIOS setup is the memory of the strict timing issues involved under this User's Manual was written, 256MB DIMM's are only available as Double-Sided registered memory (128Mbit cells). double-sided come in 16, 32, 64,128MB;...support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs. This is required after adding or removing memory. This chipset does not support ECC. ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 15 Using 2x2x2 SDRAM can greatly improve the onboard graphics' performance. 3.5.1 General DIMM Notes • This motherboard operates at ...
...HARDWARE SETUP 3.5 System Memory (DIMM) NOTE: No hardware or BIOS setup is the memory of the strict timing issues involved under this User's Manual was written, 256MB DIMM's are only available as Double-Sided registered memory (128Mbit cells). double-sided come in 16, 32, 64,128MB;...support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs. This is required after adding or removing memory. This chipset does not support ECC. ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 15 Using 2x2x2 SDRAM can greatly improve the onboard graphics' performance. 3.5.1 General DIMM Notes • This motherboard operates at ...
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... on each side and therefore have different pin contact on the motherboard. 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. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM slot. 16 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
... on each side and therefore have different pin contact on the motherboard. 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. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM slot. 16 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual
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... has a corner pin for two of the CPU. Locate the ZIF socket and open it to the motherboard. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 1 MEW-AM MEW-AM Socket 370 Notch ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 17 To install a CPU, first turn on unlocked processors) for reference only; NOTE: Do not forget to insert the CPU. Socket 370...
... has a corner pin for two of the CPU. Locate the ZIF socket and open it to the motherboard. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 1 MEW-AM MEW-AM Socket 370 Notch ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 17 To install a CPU, first turn on unlocked processors) for reference only; NOTE: Do not forget to insert the CPU. Socket 370...
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Replace the computer system's cover. 6. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 18 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Make sure that you removed above. 5. Keep the bracket for possible future use . Remove your computer system's cover and the bracket plate with screw on ...
Replace the computer system's cover. 6. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 18 ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual Make sure that you removed above. 5. Keep the bracket for possible future use . Remove your computer system's cover and the bracket plate with screw on ...
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... .) from the first connector. 1) PS/2 Mouse Connector (6-pin PS2KBMS) The system will direct IRQ12 to Pin 1 on standard AT keyboards. PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 19 Placing jumper caps over these connector pins will not allow standard AT size (large DIN) keyboard plugs. H/W SETUP Connectors 2) PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin...
... .) from the first connector. 1) PS/2 Mouse Connector (6-pin PS2KBMS) The system will direct IRQ12 to Pin 1 on standard AT keyboards. PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 19 Placing jumper caps over these connector pins will not allow standard AT size (large DIN) keyboard plugs. H/W SETUP Connectors 2) PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin...
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Parallel (Printer) Port (25-pin Female) 3. 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 used for connecting USB devices. A second serial port is ready ...
Parallel (Printer) Port (25-pin Female) 3. 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 used for connecting USB devices. A second serial port is ready ...
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Mic (pink) allows microphones to this connector for playing or editing professional audio. Line Out Line In Mic 1/8" Stereo Audio Connectors ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 21 Joystick/Midi (15-pin Female) NOTE: The onboard game port is for inputting voice. 3. H/W SETUP Connectors VGA Monitor (15-pin Female) 7) Joystick/MIDI Connector (...
Mic (pink) allows microphones to this connector for playing or editing professional audio. Line Out Line In Mic 1/8" Stereo Audio Connectors ASUS MEW-AM User's Manual 21 Joystick/Midi (15-pin Female) NOTE: The onboard game port is for inputting voice. 3. H/W SETUP Connectors VGA Monitor (15-pin Female) 7) Joystick/MIDI Connector (...