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Technical Updates P4BGL-MX Motherboard IE1154B P4BGL-MX Technical Updates • This motherboard supports overclocking to the system bus and PCI bus. CPU External Frequency (MHz) This feature tells the clock generator what ...Speed This displays the current speed of the CPU installed. To adjust CPU Speed and Memory Frequency, enter the BIOS Setup Utility and select the Advanced Menu. Configuration options: [Auto] 15-060174002 ASUS P4BGL-MX Technical Updates 1 CPU Frequency Multiple This field displays frequency multiple value between the CPU's internal frequency (CPU speed) and...
Technical Updates P4BGL-MX Motherboard IE1154B P4BGL-MX Technical Updates • This motherboard supports overclocking to the system bus and PCI bus. CPU External Frequency (MHz) This feature tells the clock generator what ...Speed This displays the current speed of the CPU installed. To adjust CPU Speed and Memory Frequency, enter the BIOS Setup Utility and select the Advanced Menu. Configuration options: [Auto] 15-060174002 ASUS P4BGL-MX Technical Updates 1 CPU Frequency Multiple This field displays frequency multiple value between the CPU's internal frequency (CPU speed) and...
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... BIOS 2-4 Updating BIOS procedures 2-5 2.2 BIOS Setup Program 2-7 2.2.1 BIOS menu bar 2-7 2.2.2 Legend bar 2-8 iii Motherboard Info 1-1 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Introduction 1-3 1.4 Motherboard components 1-3 1.5 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.6 Before you proceed 1-7 1.7 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.8 System memory 1-8 1.9 Expansion Slots 1-9 1.9.1 Configuring an expansion card 1-9 1.9.2 Standard Interrupt Assignments 1-9 1.10 Jumpers 1-10 1.11 Connectors 1-11 Chapter 2 - BIOS Information 2-1 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Using ASUS...
... BIOS 2-4 Updating BIOS procedures 2-5 2.2 BIOS Setup Program 2-7 2.2.1 BIOS menu bar 2-7 2.2.2 Legend bar 2-8 iii Motherboard Info 1-1 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Introduction 1-3 1.4 Motherboard components 1-3 1.5 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.6 Before you proceed 1-7 1.7 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.8 System memory 1-8 1.9 Expansion Slots 1-9 1.9.1 Configuring an expansion card 1-9 1.9.2 Standard Interrupt Assignments 1-9 1.10 Jumpers 1-10 1.11 Connectors 1-11 Chapter 2 - BIOS Information 2-1 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Using ASUS...
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Chapter 2 This chapter gives information about the ASUS P4BGL-MX Binary Input/Output System (BIOS).This chapter includes updating the BIOS using the ASUS AFLASH BIOS that is bundled with the support CD. BIOS Information ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-1
Chapter 2 This chapter gives information about the ASUS P4BGL-MX Binary Input/Output System (BIOS).This chapter includes updating the BIOS using the ASUS AFLASH BIOS that is bundled with the support CD. BIOS Information ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-1
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...the EZ Flash screen. 2. You need to reinstall the original BIOS later. 2.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you save a copy of the motherboard's original BIOS to go through the long process of paper. Reboot the computer...for NEW BIOS: _ *Note: EZ Flash will receive the error message, "WARNING! Download the latest BIOS file from a diskette and using ASUS EZ Flash. 1. ASUS EZ Flash V1.00 Copyright (C) 2002, ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. [Onboard BIOS Information] BIOS Version : ASUS P4BGL-MX ACPI BIOS Revision 001 BIOS Model : P4BGL-MX BIOS Built ...
...the EZ Flash screen. 2. You need to reinstall the original BIOS later. 2.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you save a copy of the motherboard's original BIOS to go through the long process of paper. Reboot the computer...for NEW BIOS: _ *Note: EZ Flash will receive the error message, "WARNING! Download the latest BIOS file from a diskette and using ASUS EZ Flash. 1. ASUS EZ Flash V1.00 Copyright (C) 2002, ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. [Onboard BIOS Information] BIOS Version : ASUS P4BGL-MX ACPI BIOS Revision 001 BIOS Model : P4BGL-MX BIOS Built ...
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5. Press . 6. Flash Memory: SST 49LF004 1. DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS boot block area! ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-3 File not found , the following prompts appear if you accidentally typed in the BIOS file name that you downloaded from the ASUS website, then press . Press to reboot" appears. Pressing N exits the EZ Flash screen...
5. Press . 6. Flash Memory: SST 49LF004 1. DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS boot block area! ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-3 File not found , the following prompts appear if you accidentally typed in the BIOS file name that you downloaded from the ASUS website, then press . Press to reboot" appears. Pressing N exits the EZ Flash screen...
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Creating a bootable disk AFLASH.EXE is a Flash Memory Writer utility that updates the BIOS by the Flash Memory Writer utility. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS Information Larger numbers represent a newer BIOS file. 1. In DOS mode, type A:\AFLASH to the disk. 2. Type COPY D:\AFLASH\AFLASH.EXE A:\ (assuming D is ... you reboot using a floppy disk. 3. 2.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS The BIOS information in the above screen is not supported by the ACPI BIOS and therefore, cannot be programmed by uploading a new BIOS file to the programmable flash ROM on the upper left-hand corner...
Creating a bootable disk AFLASH.EXE is a Flash Memory Writer utility that updates the BIOS by the Flash Memory Writer utility. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS Information Larger numbers represent a newer BIOS file. 1. In DOS mode, type A:\AFLASH to the disk. 2. Type COPY D:\AFLASH\AFLASH.EXE A:\ (assuming D is ... you reboot using a floppy disk. 3. 2.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS The BIOS information in the above screen is not supported by the ACPI BIOS and therefore, cannot be programmed by uploading a new BIOS file to the programmable flash ROM on the upper left-hand corner...
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... operation, press . ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-5 The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears. 6. Boot from the Main menu and press . Download an updated ASUS BIOS file from the Internet (WWW or FTP) (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION on page x for example, A:\XXX-XX.XXX, then press . At the Main Menu, type 2 then press . Updating the BIOS Update the BIOS only if you...
... operation, press . ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-5 The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears. 6. Boot from the Main menu and press . Download an updated ASUS BIOS file from the Internet (WWW or FTP) (see ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION on page x for example, A:\XXX-XX.XXX, then press . At the Main Menu, type 2 then press . Updating the BIOS Update the BIOS only if you...
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When prompted to confirm the BIOS update, press Y to the boot disk. This may cause boot problems. Just repeat the process, and if the problem persists, load the original BIOS file you saved to start the update. 7. The boot block is done, the message "Flashed Successfully...new BIOS information into the Flash ROM. When the programming is updated automatically only when necessary. 6. The utility starts to continue. If the Flash Memory Writer utility is not able to successfully update a complete BIOS file, call the ASUS service center for support. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS ...
When prompted to confirm the BIOS update, press Y to the boot disk. This may cause boot problems. Just repeat the process, and if the problem persists, load the original BIOS file you saved to start the update. 7. The boot block is done, the message "Flashed Successfully...new BIOS information into the Flash ROM. When the programming is updated automatically only when necessary. 6. The utility starts to continue. If the Flash Memory Writer utility is not able to successfully update a complete BIOS file, call the ASUS service center for support. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS ...
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... and may not exactly match what you may want to change the configuration of the EEPROM. The Setup program is constantly being updated, the following selections: MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. To access the menu bar items,.... When you start up the computer, the system provides you to reconfigure your selections among the predetermined choices. ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-7 2.2 BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup program when you may want to enable the security password feature or make changes to the power management settings...
... and may not exactly match what you may want to change the configuration of the EEPROM. The Setup program is constantly being updated, the following selections: MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. To access the menu bar items,.... When you start up the computer, the system provides you to reconfigure your selections among the predetermined choices. ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-7 2.2 BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup program when you may want to enable the security password feature or make changes to the power management settings...
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... to supply the processor with respect to [Enabled], BIOS reserves IRQ12, whether or not a PS/2 mouse is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] BIOS Update [Enabled] This field functions as an update loader integrated into the BIOS to detect a PS/2 mouse at startup. Configuration ...Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-15 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Auto] USB Legacy Support [Auto] This motherboard supports Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. The options that appear in the popup menu vary according to [Enabled], the BIOS loads the update on or off...
... to supply the processor with respect to [Enabled], BIOS reserves IRQ12, whether or not a PS/2 mouse is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] BIOS Update [Enabled] This field functions as an update loader integrated into the BIOS to detect a PS/2 mouse at startup. Configuration ...Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 2-15 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Auto] USB Legacy Support [Auto] This motherboard supports Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. The options that appear in the popup menu vary according to [Enabled], the BIOS loads the update on or off...
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...). 3.2.2 Software Installation menu ASUS PC Probe Install utility that can monitor Fan, Speed, Voltage, and CPU temperature. ASUS Screen Saver This item installs the ASUS screen saver. DirectX This item installs the Microsoft DirectX V8.1 driver. PC-cillin This item installs the Trend PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software. 3.2.3 Drivers installation menu ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 3-3
...). 3.2.2 Software Installation menu ASUS PC Probe Install utility that can monitor Fan, Speed, Voltage, and CPU temperature. ASUS Screen Saver This item installs the ASUS screen saver. DirectX This item installs the Microsoft DirectX V8.1 driver. PC-cillin This item installs the Trend PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software. 3.2.3 Drivers installation menu ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 3-3
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LAN This item installs the Realtek LAN driver. 3.2.4 DOS utility menu Flash BIOS Utility DOS Version Click this item to load the installation wizard and install the Intel Application Accelerator. Audio This item installs the Realtek audio driver. Intel Application Accelerator Click this item to load the installation wizard and install the Intel Chipset update driver. Display This item installs the Intel graphics display driver. INF Driver Click this item to display information about the Flash BIOS Utility (DOS Version). 3.2.5 ASUS contact information 3-4 Chapter 3: Starting-Up
LAN This item installs the Realtek LAN driver. 3.2.4 DOS utility menu Flash BIOS Utility DOS Version Click this item to load the installation wizard and install the Intel Application Accelerator. Audio This item installs the Realtek audio driver. Intel Application Accelerator Click this item to load the installation wizard and install the Intel Chipset update driver. Display This item installs the Intel graphics display driver. INF Driver Click this item to display information about the Flash BIOS Utility (DOS Version). 3.2.5 ASUS contact information 3-4 Chapter 3: Starting-Up
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... Service Provider (ISP). Select desired update method. Click Next. 5. 3.3 Software information 3.3.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you wish to download. Launch the utility from the Internet, select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to locate the file. Click Next. 4. Click Next. 3. ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 3-5 If you selected the option to update the BIOS from a file, a window pops up...
... Service Provider (ISP). Select desired update method. Click Next. 5. 3.3 Software information 3.3.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you wish to download. Launch the utility from the Internet, select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to locate the file. Click Next. 4. Click Next. 3. ASUS P4BGL-MX Motherboard 3-5 If you selected the option to update the BIOS from a file, a window pops up...