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... 14 3.2 Layout Contents 15 3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure 16 3.4 Motherboard Settings 16 3.5 System Memory (DIMM 21 3.5.1 General DIMM Notes 21 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation 22 3.6 Central Processing Unit...Channels for ISA Cards 31 3.8 External Connectors 32 3.9 Power Connection Procedures 41 4. CONTENTS 1. FEATURES 8 2.1 The ASUS P3B-F Motherboard 8 2.1.1 Specifications 8 2.1.2 Special Features 10 2.1.3 Performance Features 10 2.1.4 Intelligence 11 2.2 Motherboard Parts 12 3. BIOS SETUP 42 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS 42 4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System ...
... 14 3.2 Layout Contents 15 3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure 16 3.4 Motherboard Settings 16 3.5 System Memory (DIMM 21 3.5.1 General DIMM Notes 21 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation 22 3.6 Central Processing Unit...Channels for ISA Cards 31 3.8 External Connectors 32 3.9 Power Connection Procedures 41 4. CONTENTS 1. FEATURES 8 2.1 The ASUS P3B-F Motherboard 8 2.1.1 Specifications 8 2.1.2 Special Features 10 2.1.3 Performance Features 10 2.1.4 Intelligence 11 2.2 Motherboard Parts 12 3. BIOS SETUP 42 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS 42 4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System ...
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... jumpers 4. Appendix Optional items 1.2 Item Checklist Please check that your retailer. (1) ASUS Motherboard (1) Universal Retention Mechanism for SECC2/SECC/SEPP processors (1) Ribbon cable for master and slave IDE drives (1) Ribbon cable for ... Bag of spare jumper caps (1) Support CD with drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard User's Manual ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared module (optional) ASUS S370 Series CPU cards (optional) ASUS PCI-L101 Wake-On-LAN 10/100 ethernet card (optional) ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 7 Hardware Setup Instructions on setting up the included support software...
... jumpers 4. Appendix Optional items 1.2 Item Checklist Please check that your retailer. (1) ASUS Motherboard (1) Universal Retention Mechanism for SECC2/SECC/SEPP processors (1) Ribbon cable for master and slave IDE drives (1) Ribbon cable for ... Bag of spare jumper caps (1) Support CD with drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard User's Manual ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared module (optional) ASUS S370 Series CPU cards (optional) ASUS PCI-L101 Wake-On-LAN 10/100 ethernet card (optional) ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 7 Hardware Setup Instructions on setting up the included support software...
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2. FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS P3B-F Motherboard The ASUS P3B-F is carefully designed for the demanding PC user who wants advanced features processed by the fastest ... of frequency and Vcore voltages all through the onboard hardware ASIC and the bundled LDCM from Intel or PC Probe from ASUS. • Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection: Programmable BIOS (flash EEPROM), offering enhanced ACPI for Windows 98 ..., and LAN card wake up to physically transport commands and information between SMBus devices. 8 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual Power supply is enabled. FEA TURES Specifications 2.
2. FEATURES 2.1 The ASUS P3B-F Motherboard The ASUS P3B-F is carefully designed for the demanding PC user who wants advanced features processed by the fastest ... of frequency and Vcore voltages all through the onboard hardware ASIC and the bundled LDCM from Intel or PC Probe from ASUS. • Enhanced ACPI & Anti-Boot Virus Protection: Programmable BIOS (flash EEPROM), offering enhanced ACPI for Windows 98 ..., and LAN card wake up to physically transport commands and information between SMBus devices. 8 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual Power supply is enabled. FEA TURES Specifications 2.
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... connectors that support four IDE devices in a Single Edge Processor Package (SEPP). • Wake-On-LAN Connector: Supports Wake-On-LAN activity through an optional ASUS PCI-L101 10/100 Fast Ethernet PCI card (see 7.1 PCI-L101 Fast Ethernet Card) or a similar ethernet card. • Wake-On-Ring Connector: Supports Wake... OFF the power before plugging and unplugging devices so as SCSI or LAN cards. (PCI supports up when there is standby power to damage the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 9
... connectors that support four IDE devices in a Single Edge Processor Package (SEPP). • Wake-On-LAN Connector: Supports Wake-On-LAN activity through an optional ASUS PCI-L101 10/100 Fast Ethernet PCI card (see 7.1 PCI-L101 Fast Ethernet Card) or a similar ethernet card. • Wake-On-Ring Connector: Supports Wake... OFF the power before plugging and unplugging devices so as SCSI or LAN cards. (PCI supports up when there is standby power to damage the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 9
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... Bus Master UltraDMA/33 IDE which increases the data transfer rate to -RAM (STR) provides maximum power savings (average of ASUS smart series motherboards meet PC'99 compliancy. The new PC'99 requirements for systems and components are based on the following high-level goals: Support...from PCI master busses to the memory and processor. • Double the IDE Transfer Speed: ASUS smart series motherboards with Intel chipsets improve IDE transfer rate using PC100-compliant SDRAM. 10 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual With these features implemented in the OS, PCs can handle data transfers up to...
... Bus Master UltraDMA/33 IDE which increases the data transfer rate to -RAM (STR) provides maximum power savings (average of ASUS smart series motherboards meet PC'99 compliancy. The new PC'99 requirements for systems and components are based on the following high-level goals: Support...from PCI master busses to the memory and processor. • Double the IDE Transfer Speed: ASUS smart series motherboards with Intel chipsets improve IDE transfer rate using PC100-compliant SDRAM. 10 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual With these features implemented in the OS, PCs can handle data transfers up to...
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... Intrusion Detection: Supports chassis-intrusion monitoring through an internal or external modem. Voltage specifications are messages waiting in conjunction with the ASUS S370-D or S370-L CPU card) to prevent system overheat and system damage. • Voltage Monitoring and Alert: System voltage... power supply, and system fans can access vital information from their limited resources more memory and hard drive space to critical motherboard components. ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 11 FEATURES 2.1.4 Intelligence • Auto Fan Off: The system fans will give the user information on...
... Intrusion Detection: Supports chassis-intrusion monitoring through an internal or external modem. Voltage specifications are messages waiting in conjunction with the ASUS S370-D or S370-L CPU card) to prevent system overheat and system damage. • Voltage Monitoring and Alert: System voltage... power supply, and system fans can access vital information from their limited resources more memory and hard drive space to critical motherboard components. ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 11 FEATURES 2.1.4 Intelligence • Auto Fan Off: The system fans will give the user information on...
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FEATURES 2.2 Motherboard Parts 1 ATX Power Connector 2 Slot 1 CPU Socket 3 Intel 440BX AGPset 4 4 DIMM Sockets 5 IDE Connectors 6 ASUS ASIC with hardware monitor 7 Floppy Disk Drive Connector 8 Function DIP Switches 9 Intel PIIX4E PCIset 10 Onboard LED 11 Wake-On-Ring Connector 12 1 or 2 ISA ... Graphics Port 18 Serial Port Connector 19 Parallel Port Connector 20 Serial Port Connector 21 2 USB Connectors 22 T: PS/2 Mouse Connector B: PS/2 Keyboard Connector 12 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual FEA TURES Specifications 2. 2.
FEATURES 2.2 Motherboard Parts 1 ATX Power Connector 2 Slot 1 CPU Socket 3 Intel 440BX AGPset 4 4 DIMM Sockets 5 IDE Connectors 6 ASUS ASIC with hardware monitor 7 Floppy Disk Drive Connector 8 Function DIP Switches 9 Intel PIIX4E PCIset 10 Onboard LED 11 Wake-On-Ring Connector 12 1 or 2 ISA ... Graphics Port 18 Serial Port Connector 19 Parallel Port Connector 20 Serial Port Connector 21 2 USB Connectors 22 T: PS/2 Mouse Connector B: PS/2 Keyboard Connector 12 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual FEA TURES Specifications 2. 2.
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FEATURES 12 3 4 5 22 21 20 19 18 2. FEA TURES Motherboard Parts 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 13 2.
FEATURES 12 3 4 5 22 21 20 19 18 2. FEA TURES Motherboard Parts 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 13 2.
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HARDWARE SETUP 3.1 Motherboard Layout PS2 TOP: Mouse ATXPWR KBMS BOTTOM: Keyboard TOP: USB USB 1 BOTTOM: USB 2 COM1 PWR_FAN ...module) DIMM Socket 2 (64/72 bit, 168 pin module) DIMM Socket 3 (64/72 bit, 168 pin module) SECONDARY IDE PRIMARY IDE Printer Port ATX Power Connector Slot 1 3. H/W SETUP Board Layout Intel 440BX AGPset COM2 JTPWR Row 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell (... ISA Slot 2 (Grayed item are optional at the time of purchase.) FLOPPY Intel PIIX4E PCIset CLRTC ASUS ASIC with Hardware Monitor CHA_FAN PANEL JEN IDELED IR 14 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 3.
HARDWARE SETUP 3.1 Motherboard Layout PS2 TOP: Mouse ATXPWR KBMS BOTTOM: Keyboard TOP: USB USB 1 BOTTOM: USB 2 COM1 PWR_FAN ...module) DIMM Socket 2 (64/72 bit, 168 pin module) DIMM Socket 3 (64/72 bit, 168 pin module) SECONDARY IDE PRIMARY IDE Printer Port ATX Power Connector Slot 1 3. H/W SETUP Board Layout Intel 440BX AGPset COM2 JTPWR Row 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell (... ISA Slot 2 (Grayed item are optional at the time of purchase.) FLOPPY Intel PIIX4E PCIset CLRTC ASUS ASIC with Hardware Monitor CHA_FAN PANEL JEN IDELED IR 14 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 3.
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HARDWARE SETUP 3.2 Layout Contents Motherboard Settings 1) DSW-Switch 6 2) DSW-Switches 7-10 3) DSW-Switches 1-4 4) JEN 5) JP20 p. 17 AGP Bus Frequency Setting p. 18 CPU External Clock (BUS) Frequency Selection p. 19 CPU Core:... LED Lead (2 pins) 19) SMI (PANEL) p. 36 System Management Interrupt Lead (2 pins) 20) PWR.SW (PANEL) p. 37 ATX / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2 pins) 21) RESET (PANEL) p. 37 Reset Switch Lead (2 pins) 22) ATXPWR p. 38 ATX Power Supply Connector (20 pins) 23) JTPWR p. 38 Thermal Sensor Connector ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 15 3. H/W SETUP Layout Contents 3.
HARDWARE SETUP 3.2 Layout Contents Motherboard Settings 1) DSW-Switch 6 2) DSW-Switches 7-10 3) DSW-Switches 1-4 4) JEN 5) JP20 p. 17 AGP Bus Frequency Setting p. 18 CPU External Clock (BUS) Frequency Selection p. 19 CPU Core:... LED Lead (2 pins) 19) SMI (PANEL) p. 36 System Management Interrupt Lead (2 pins) 20) PWR.SW (PANEL) p. 37 ATX / Soft-Off Switch Lead (2 pins) 21) RESET (PANEL) p. 37 Reset Switch Lead (2 pins) 22) ATXPWR p. 38 ATX Power Supply Connector (20 pins) 23) JTPWR p. 38 Thermal Sensor Connector ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 15 3. H/W SETUP Layout Contents 3.
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... some precautions whenever you must complete the following steps: 1. Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU) 4. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 16 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure Before using your computer, you work on your hands to a safely grounded object or to touch the...
... some precautions whenever you must complete the following steps: 1. Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU) 4. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 16 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 3.3 Hardware Setup Procedure Before using your computer, you work on your hands to a safely grounded object or to touch the...
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...1) AGP Bus Frequency Setting (DSW-Switch 6) This option sets the frequency ratio between the AGP bus frequency and the DRAM (CPU bus) frequency. ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 17 3. The example below shows all the switches in the OFF position. AGP Frequency Selection 7. When the CPU/DRAM frequency is ...above 66MHz exceed the specifications for the AGP interface and are adjusted through the DIP switches. HARDWARE SETUP Motherboard Feature Settings (DIP Switches-DSW) The motherboard's onboard functions are not guaranteed to [ON]. Setting DRAM Freq. The default sets the AGP bus ...
...1) AGP Bus Frequency Setting (DSW-Switch 6) This option sets the frequency ratio between the AGP bus frequency and the DRAM (CPU bus) frequency. ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 17 3. The example below shows all the switches in the OFF position. AGP Frequency Selection 7. When the CPU/DRAM frequency is ...above 66MHz exceed the specifications for the AGP interface and are adjusted through the DIP switches. HARDWARE SETUP Motherboard Feature Settings (DIP Switches-DSW) The motherboard's onboard functions are not guaranteed to [ON]. Setting DRAM Freq. The default sets the AGP bus ...
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... by the Frequency Multiple equals the CPU's Internal frequency (the advertised CPU speed). NOTE: In JumperFree mode, all dip switches (DSW) must be stable. 18 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual ON ON ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 CPU/DRAM → 66.0MHz PCI BUS → 33.4MHz ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 75.0MHz 37.5MHz ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 83... Output Selection (VID) is not recommended. It may result in a slower speed. This allows the selection of the CPU's External frequency (or BUS Clock). H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 3.
... by the Frequency Multiple equals the CPU's Internal frequency (the advertised CPU speed). NOTE: In JumperFree mode, all dip switches (DSW) must be stable. 18 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual ON ON ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 CPU/DRAM → 66.0MHz PCI BUS → 33.4MHz ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 75.0MHz 37.5MHz ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 83... Output Selection (VID) is not recommended. It may result in a slower speed. This allows the selection of the CPU's External frequency (or BUS Clock). H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings 3.
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...Intel CPU Model Pentium III Pentium III Pentium III Pentium III/II Pentium II Pentium II (CPU BUS Freq.) (Freq. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings Manual CPU Settings NOTE: JumperFree mode must be set to OFF. Bus F. 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 ...][OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON] [ON] [OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF][OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF][OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON] For updated processor settings, please visit ASUS' web site (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION). P3B-F CPU : BUS Frequency Multiple ON ON ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2.0x(2/1) ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2.5x(5/2) ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3.0x(3/1) ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3...
...Intel CPU Model Pentium III Pentium III Pentium III Pentium III/II Pentium II Pentium II (CPU BUS Freq.) (Freq. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings Manual CPU Settings NOTE: JumperFree mode must be set to OFF. Bus F. 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 ...][OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON] [ON] [OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF][OFF] [ON] [ON] [OFF][OFF] [ON] [ON] [ON] For updated processor settings, please visit ASUS' web site (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION). P3B-F CPU : BUS Frequency Multiple ON ON ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2.0x(2/1) ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2.5x(5/2) ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3.0x(3/1) ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3...
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3. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings JEN 123 Jumper 123 JumperFree R P3B-F P3B-F Jumper Mode Setting NOTE: In JumperFree mode, your system will start up at a bus speed of your processor internal speed after you have changed/reinstalled ... to improper CPU settings (see 4.4 Advanced Menu). 5) I/O Voltage Setting (JP20) This jumper allows you to enable or disable JumperFreeTM mode. Leave on default setting. 20 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual Using a higher voltage may help when overclocking but may result in the shortening of 66MHz (2.0x frequency multiplier is used for processors with...
3. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings JEN 123 Jumper 123 JumperFree R P3B-F P3B-F Jumper Mode Setting NOTE: In JumperFree mode, your system will start up at a bus speed of your processor internal speed after you have changed/reinstalled ... to improper CPU settings (see 4.4 Advanced Menu). 5) I/O Voltage Setting (JP20) This jumper allows you to enable or disable JumperFreeTM mode. Leave on default setting. 20 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual Using a higher voltage may help when overclocking but may result in the shortening of 66MHz (2.0x frequency multiplier is used for processors with...
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.... • BIOS shows SDRAM memory on the motherboard. HARDWARE SETUP 3.5 System Memory (DIMM) NOTE: No hardware or BIOS setup is the memory of choice for 3.3Volt (power level) unbuffered Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM). ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 21 Memory speed setup is recommended...with and without ECC. • SDRAM chips are available for best performance vs. Install memory in 32, 64, 128, 256MB. This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). One side (with higher pin density than EDO (Ex- double-sided come in 4.4.1 Chip ...
.... • BIOS shows SDRAM memory on the motherboard. HARDWARE SETUP 3.5 System Memory (DIMM) NOTE: No hardware or BIOS setup is the memory of choice for 3.3Volt (power level) unbuffered Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM). ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 21 Memory speed setup is recommended...with and without ECC. • SDRAM chips are available for best performance vs. Install memory in 32, 64, 128, 256MB. This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). One side (with higher pin density than EDO (Ex- double-sided come in 4.4.1 Chip ...
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3. DRAM SIMM modules have the same pin contacts on each side and therefore have different pin contacts on both sides. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM. 22 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. SDRAM DIMMs have a higher pin density. You must be 3.3Volt unbuffered...
3. DRAM SIMM modules have the same pin contacts on each side and therefore have different pin contacts on both sides. This motherboard supports four clock signals per DIMM. 22 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 3.5.2 DIMM Memory Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. SDRAM DIMMs have a higher pin density. You must be 3.3Volt unbuffered...
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The appearance of your retention mechanism and fan may be used on any ASUS motherboard with a Universal Retention Mechanism (URM). An ASUS S370 CPU card can allow Socket 370 processors to SECC2 fan except that the clamping design is ...) is different. 3.6.1 Universal Retention Mechanism Your motherboard comes preinstalled with the Slot 1 connector (See 7.2 ASUS S370 Series CPU Cards for reference purposes only. The URM supports Pentium III / II and Celeron processors. 3. H/W SETUP CPU Universal Retention Mechanism (URM) ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 23 3. Pentium II processor ...
The appearance of your retention mechanism and fan may be used on any ASUS motherboard with a Universal Retention Mechanism (URM). An ASUS S370 CPU card can allow Socket 370 processors to SECC2 fan except that the clamping design is ...) is different. 3.6.1 Universal Retention Mechanism Your motherboard comes preinstalled with the Slot 1 connector (See 7.2 ASUS S370 Series CPU Cards for reference purposes only. The URM supports Pentium III / II and Celeron processors. 3. H/W SETUP CPU Universal Retention Mechanism (URM) ASUS P3B-F User's Manual 23 3. Pentium II processor ...
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Without sufficient circulation, the processor could overheat and damage both the processor and the motherboard. Unlock the URM's Folding Support Arms: The folding support arms of your CPU fan is now ready for the boxed Pentium III / ...Installing the Processor 1. Locked Folding Support Arms To unlock the support arms, simply flip Unlocked Folding them up to the fan connectors on the motherboard. Support Arms 3. 3. WARNING! Be sure that there is sufficient air circulation across the processor's heatsink by regularly checking that your processor. 24 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual
Without sufficient circulation, the processor could overheat and damage both the processor and the motherboard. Unlock the URM's Folding Support Arms: The folding support arms of your CPU fan is now ready for the boxed Pentium III / ...Installing the Processor 1. Locked Folding Support Arms To unlock the support arms, simply flip Unlocked Folding them up to the fan connectors on the motherboard. Support Arms 3. 3. WARNING! Be sure that there is sufficient air circulation across the processor's heatsink by regularly checking that your processor. 24 ASUS P3B-F User's Manual