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... CD information 3-2 3.3.1 Running the support CD 3-3 3.3.2 Utilities menu 3-4 3.3.3 ASUS Contact information 3-5 3.4 Software information 3-6 ASUS PC Probe II 3-6 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Introduction 4-2 4.2 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.3 Jumpers 4-3 4.4 Connectors 4-5 Chapter 5: BIOS Information 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 ASUS EZ Flash utility 5-3 5.1.2 AFUDOS utility 5-4 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 5-6 5.1.4 ASUS Update utility 5-8 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-11 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen 5-12 5.2.2 Menu bar 5-12 5.2.3 Navigation keys 5-12...
... CD information 3-2 3.3.1 Running the support CD 3-3 3.3.2 Utilities menu 3-4 3.3.3 ASUS Contact information 3-5 3.4 Software information 3-6 ASUS PC Probe II 3-6 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Introduction 4-2 4.2 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.3 Jumpers 4-3 4.4 Connectors 4-5 Chapter 5: BIOS Information 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 ASUS EZ Flash utility 5-3 5.1.2 AFUDOS utility 5-4 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 5-6 5.1.4 ASUS Update utility 5-8 5.2 BIOS setup program 5-11 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen 5-12 5.2.2 Menu bar 5-12 5.2.3 Navigation keys 5-12...
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...Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that comes with hardware knowledge of ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX. About this guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with the system. This chapter includes the ... including introduction on how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter gives information about ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX barebone system. Chapter 5: BIOS information This chapter tells how to install components in the ...
...Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that comes with hardware knowledge of ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX. About this guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with the system. This chapter includes the ... including introduction on how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter gives information about ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX barebone system. Chapter 5: BIOS information This chapter tells how to install components in the ...
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... (PDF). ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0 Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader V7.0 that the motherboard supports. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS Screen Saver. 3- Chapter 3: Starting up 3.3.2 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that ...allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to open, view, and print documents in healthy operating condition. This utility requires an...
... (PDF). ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0 Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader V7.0 that the motherboard supports. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS Screen Saver. 3- Chapter 3: Starting up 3.3.2 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that ...allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to open, view, and print documents in healthy operating condition. This utility requires an...
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This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 4.2 Motherboard layout 4Mb BIOS Super I/O SB_PWR CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power BUZZER PANEL Intel ICH7 VIA VT6308P RTS5111 PRI_IDE PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard USBPW12 KBPWR USB12 USBPW34 USB34 ... CY28551 SD_CON LGA775 ATX12V PWRSW IE1394_2 USB56 FP_AUDIO 4- Chapter 4: Motherboard info MS_CON RSTCON USBPW78 CLRTC USB7 SATA1 CF_CON 26.4cm(10.4in) 4.1 Introduction The P1/P2-P5945GCX barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard.
This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 4.2 Motherboard layout 4Mb BIOS Super I/O SB_PWR CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power BUZZER PANEL Intel ICH7 VIA VT6308P RTS5111 PRI_IDE PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard USBPW12 KBPWR USB12 USBPW34 USB34 ... CY28551 SD_CON LGA775 ATX12V PWRSW IE1394_2 USB56 FP_AUDIO 4- Chapter 4: Motherboard info MS_CON RSTCON USBPW78 CLRTC USB7 SATA1 CF_CON 26.4cm(10.4in) 4.1 Introduction The P1/P2-P5945GCX barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard.
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... the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure. 12 23 ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 4- Re-install the battery. 5. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 1-2. 4. Plug the power ...Remove the battery. 3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which includes the system setup information such as system passwords.
... the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure. 12 23 ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 4- Re-install the battery. 5. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 1-2. 4. Plug the power ...Remove the battery. 3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which includes the system setup information such as system passwords.
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...® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using the connectors in the BIOS. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 4- Set this jumper to wake up feature. R Keyboard Power Setting KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) 4.4 Connectors 1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows...
...® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using the connectors in the BIOS. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 4- Set this jumper to wake up feature. R Keyboard Power Setting KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) 4.4 Connectors 1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows...
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Chapter 5 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. BIOS setup
Chapter 5 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. BIOS setup
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... in case you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS EZ Flash: Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in DOS mode. 3. Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities...
... in case you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS EZ Flash: Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in DOS mode. 3. Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities...
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... the system when done. Floppy found !" Reading file "P5945GCX.rom". Insert the floppy disk that you to update the BIOS without having to download the latest BIOS file for floppy... 4. Completed. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5- Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to go through the long process of booting...
... the system when done. Floppy found !" Reading file "P5945GCX.rom". Insert the floppy disk that you to update the BIOS without having to download the latest BIOS file for floppy... 4. Completed. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5- Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to go through the long process of booting...
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...characters for reference only. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM Main filename Extension name 3. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. 5- Chapter 5: BIOS setup done A:\> The utility returns to the floppy disk. This utility also allows you to the ... disk you can use as shown. 1. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - The actual BIOS screen displays may not be exactly the same as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Version 1.19 V2.26(06.08.28BB)) Copyright (C)...
...characters for reference only. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM Main filename Extension name 3. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. 5- Chapter 5: BIOS setup done A:\> The utility returns to the floppy disk. This utility also allows you to the ... disk you can use as shown. 1. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - The actual BIOS screen displays may not be exactly the same as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Version 1.19 V2.26(06.08.28BB)) Copyright (C)...
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... bootable floppy disk. done Search bootblock version Advance Check........ The utility reads the file and starts updating the BIOS. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5- Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..... Save the BIOS file to type the exact BIOS filename at the prompt type: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] is the latest or the original...
... bootable floppy disk. done Search bootblock version Advance Check........ The utility reads the file and starts updating the BIOS. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5- Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..... Save the BIOS file to type the exact BIOS filename at the prompt type: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] is the latest or the original...
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... Inc. done Search bootblock version Advance Check......... done Please restart your computer A:\> 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that you to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Turn on the system. 2. Reboot the system from a floppy... or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. 5- Chapter 5: BIOS setup Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to P5945GCX.ROM. done Reading flash .... Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk To recover the BIOS from the ...
... Inc. done Search bootblock version Advance Check......... done Please restart your computer A:\> 5.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that you to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Turn on the system. 2. Reboot the system from a floppy... or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. 5- Chapter 5: BIOS setup Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to P5945GCX.ROM. done Reading flash .... Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk To recover the BIOS from the ...
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... floppy disk is found ! The utility then updates the corrupted BIOS file. Bad BIOS checksum. Checking for floppy... Completed. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5- When found ! DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Recovering the BIOS from the support CD To recover the BIOS from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system...
... floppy disk is found ! The utility then updates the corrupted BIOS file. Bad BIOS checksum. Checking for floppy... Completed. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5- When found ! DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Recovering the BIOS from the support CD To recover the BIOS from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system...
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... Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 3-4 for this utility. 5- Chapter 5: BIOS setup The ASUS Update utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support CD in Windows® environment. DO NOT shut down or reset the system...
... Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 3-4 for this utility. 5- Chapter 5: BIOS setup The ASUS Update utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support CD in Windows® environment. DO NOT shut down or reset the system...
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Click Next. Launch the ASUS Update utility from 3. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5- The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. click Auto Select. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest the Internet option from the you to avoid network traffic, or drop‑down menu, then click Next.
Click Next. Launch the ASUS Update utility from 3. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5- The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. click Auto Select. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest the Internet option from the you to avoid network traffic, or drop‑down menu, then click Next.
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...click Open. 4. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. 4. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to complete... the screen instructions to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Always update the utility to complete the update process. 5-10 Chapter 5: BIOS setup Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start ...
...click Open. 4. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. 4. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to complete... the screen instructions to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Always update the utility to complete the update process. 5-10 Chapter 5: BIOS setup Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start ...
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...Test (POST) to enter Setup after changing any of the following procedures: • Restart using the navigation keys. • The default BIOS settings for this utility. We recommend to always shut-down procedure. • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on ...operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to ensure system compatibility and stability. For example, you wish to enter the Setup utility. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5-11 5.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) ...
...Test (POST) to enter Setup after changing any of the following procedures: • Restart using the navigation keys. • The default BIOS settings for this utility. We recommend to always shut-down procedure. • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on ...operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to ensure system compatibility and stability. For example, you wish to enter the Setup utility. ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5-11 5.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) ...
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... the settings. Some of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to another. 5-12 Chapter 5: BIOS setup Use [+] or [-] to select a field. 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help System Time System Date Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA1 IDE...
... the settings. Some of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to another. 5-12 Chapter 5: BIOS setup Use [+] or [-] to select a field. 5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help System Time System Date Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA1 IDE...
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Use [+] or [-] to configure the System time. 5.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system date. 5-14 Chapter 5: BIOS setup System Time [16:37:21] System Date [Fri,11/09/2007] Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA1 IDE Configuration System Information :[Not Detected] :[... [SHIFT-TAB] to set the system time. 5.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section "5.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. 5.3 Main menu When you enter the...
Use [+] or [-] to configure the System time. 5.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system date. 5-14 Chapter 5: BIOS setup System Time [16:37:21] System Date [Fri,11/09/2007] Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA1 IDE Configuration System Information :[Not Detected] :[... [SHIFT-TAB] to set the system time. 5.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section "5.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. 5.3 Main menu When you enter the...
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There is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). Select ... mode. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5-15 These items show Not Detected if no IDE device is installed in the system. 5.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the appropriate IDE device type. Primary IDE Master...
There is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). Select ... mode. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P1/P2-P5945GCX 5-15 These items show Not Detected if no IDE device is installed in the system. 5.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the appropriate IDE device type. Primary IDE Master...