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Contents Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Install an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-5 5.2.4 ASUS Contact Information 5-6 5.2.5 Other information 5-7 5.3 Software information 5-9 5.3.1 ASUS Update 5-9 5.3.2 ASUS MyLogo2 5-10 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe 5-12 5.3.4 Winbond Voice Editor 5-17 5.3.5 Multi-channel audio feature 5-21 5.4 RAID 0/RAID 1 configurations 5-23 5.4.1 Install the hard disks 5-23 5.4.2 Creating and Deleting RAID sets 5-24 Index I-1 v
Contents Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Install an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-5 5.2.4 ASUS Contact Information 5-6 5.2.5 Other information 5-7 5.3 Software information 5-9 5.3.1 ASUS Update 5-9 5.3.2 ASUS MyLogo2 5-10 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe 5-12 5.3.4 Winbond Voice Editor 5-17 5.3.5 Multi-channel audio feature 5-21 5.4 RAID 0/RAID 1 configurations 5-23 5.4.1 Install the hard disks 5-23 5.4.2 Creating and Deleting RAID sets 5-24 Index I-1 v
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... chassis intrusion ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS LiveUpdate Trend Micro™ PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software Specifications are subject to change without notice. P4G8X series specifications summary Rear panel I/O Internal I/O BIOS features 1 x Parallel port 2 x Serial ports 1 ... connector (optional) 4Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS2.3, CrashFree BIOS, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS C.P.R., ASUS MyLogo2 Industry standard Manageability Form Factor Support CD contents PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WfM 2.0.
... chassis intrusion ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS LiveUpdate Trend Micro™ PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software Specifications are subject to change without notice. P4G8X series specifications summary Rear panel I/O Internal I/O BIOS features 1 x Parallel port 2 x Serial ports 1 ... connector (optional) 4Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS2.3, CrashFree BIOS, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS C.P.R., ASUS MyLogo2 Industry standard Manageability Form Factor Support CD contents PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WfM 2.0.
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... to use . 4. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. Make sure to the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. 2.6 Expansion...
... to use . 4. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. Make sure to the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. 2.6 Expansion...
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... the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. AGP PRO slot shared - - - Onboard SATA (optional) -- - - Onboard 1394 (optional) - shared - - - - -- PCI slot 5 - - ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 2-15 PCI slot 4 -- - - shared used - - used - - - - - -- - - -- - - -- - - -- - - -- - - - shared - - -- - shared - E F GH - PCI slot 3 -- -... - - PCI slot 2 -- - - shared - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments.
... the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. AGP PRO slot shared - - - Onboard SATA (optional) -- - - Onboard 1394 (optional) - shared - - - - -- PCI slot 5 - - ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 2-15 PCI slot 4 -- - - shared used - - used - - - - - -- - - -- - - -- - - -- - - -- - - - shared - - -- - shared - E F GH - PCI slot 3 -- -... - - PCI slot 2 -- - - shared - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments.
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... USB ports. You must install the driver before you can use the USB 2.0 capability. USB+5V LDM5 LDP5 GND NC USB+5V LDM6 LDP6 GND P4G8X ® P4G8X USB 2.0 Header USB56 (Blue) 1 NEVER connect a 1394 cable to this header. Connect the USB 2.0/GAME module to the USB56 connector. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 2-25...
... USB ports. You must install the driver before you can use the USB 2.0 capability. USB+5V LDM5 LDP5 GND NC USB+5V LDM6 LDP6 GND P4G8X ® P4G8X USB 2.0 Header USB56 (Blue) 1 NEVER connect a 1394 cable to this header. Connect the USB 2.0/GAME module to the USB56 connector. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 2-25...
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... in DOS mode. BIOS setup must specify "Floppy" as the first item in the DOS prompt within Windows, and does not work with certain memory drivers that may be programmed by the Flash Memory Writer utility. DO NOT copy AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS to run AFLASH. It does not work... BIOS version of your motherboard, check the last four numbers of your CD-ROM drive) to copy AFLASH.EXE to the boot disk you created. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 4-3
... in DOS mode. BIOS setup must specify "Floppy" as the first item in the DOS prompt within Windows, and does not work with certain memory drivers that may be programmed by the Flash Memory Writer utility. DO NOT copy AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS to run AFLASH. It does not work... BIOS version of your motherboard, check the last four numbers of your CD-ROM drive) to copy AFLASH.EXE to the boot disk you created. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 4-3
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... information. 5.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to change at any time without notice. The CD automatically displays the...updates. 5.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your computer. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-1 Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features...
... information. 5.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to change at any time without notice. The CD automatically displays the...updates. 5.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your computer. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-1 Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features...
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... item installs the Sil 3112 driver to improve performance of the storage sub-system and overall system performace. This program is not required in three modes: interactive, silent, and unattended preload. The SATA and LAN items appear on P4G8X Deluxe models only. Refer to the online ...help or readme file that enables Plug-n-Play INF support for Microsoft® Windows® ME/2000/XP. 5.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Intel...
... item installs the Sil 3112 driver to improve performance of the storage sub-system and overall system performace. This program is not required in three modes: interactive, silent, and unattended preload. The SATA and LAN items appear on P4G8X Deluxe models only. Refer to the online ...help or readme file that enables Plug-n-Play INF support for Microsoft® Windows® ME/2000/XP. 5.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Intel...
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...to display the System Properties window. 2. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-3 On the System Properties window, click on your desktop, and select Properties to display the Device Manager window. On Fast Ethernet models, this item installs the BROADCOM® BCM5702 LAN drivers for Gigabit LAN solution that provides up to... To adjust Wake-On-LAN settings: 1. If you wish to wake-up from S5 mode (shut down mode), you installed the BCM4401 controller drivers, the default setting, Wake Up Frame, allows system wake-up the system from S1, S3, and S4 sleep modes. ALC650 Audio...
...to display the System Properties window. 2. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-3 On the System Properties window, click on your desktop, and select Properties to display the Device Manager window. On Fast Ethernet models, this item installs the BROADCOM® BCM5702 LAN drivers for Gigabit LAN solution that provides up to... To adjust Wake-On-LAN settings: 1. If you wish to wake-up from S5 mode (shut down mode), you installed the BCM4401 controller drivers, the default setting, Wake Up Frame, allows system wake-up the system from S1, S3, and S4 sleep modes. ALC650 Audio...
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... connect to download the latest version of the default messages. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-5 Winbond Voice Editor This program is for recording and customizing wave files for a list of the BIOS from the ASUS website. 5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications... item installs the Microsoft V8.1 driver. See section "3.2 Vocal POST messages" for the ASUS POST Reporter™. ASUS PC Probe V2.18.03 This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on P4G8X Deluxe models only. The Winbond Voice ...
... connect to download the latest version of the default messages. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-5 Winbond Voice Editor This program is for recording and customizing wave files for a list of the BIOS from the ASUS website. 5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications... item installs the Microsoft V8.1 driver. See section "3.2 Vocal POST messages" for the ASUS POST Reporter™. ASUS PC Probe V2.18.03 This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on P4G8X Deluxe models only. The Winbond Voice ...
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... 5.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support CD have wizards that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and drivers. Follow these steps to avoid network traffic, or choose Auto Select. Click Next. This section provides details on the software ...applications that the motherboard supports. 5.3.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that will conveniently guide you to use the ASUS Update. 1. Select your Windows Start menu: Programs/AsusUpdate Vx.xx.xx/ AsusUpdate The ASUS Update initial screen appears. 2. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-9 View ...
... 5.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support CD have wizards that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and drivers. Follow these steps to avoid network traffic, or choose Auto Select. Click Next. This section provides details on the software ...applications that the motherboard supports. 5.3.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that will conveniently guide you to use the ASUS Update. 1. Select your Windows Start menu: Programs/AsusUpdate Vx.xx.xx/ AsusUpdate The ASUS Update initial screen appears. 2. ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-9 View ...
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ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-21 Install the RealTek ALC650 AC'97 audio driver from the support CD. RealTek ALC650 AC'97 audio configuration 1. From the Sound Effect tab, you Sound Effect Icon have successfully installed the driver. 2. 5.3.5 Multi-channel audio feature The RealTek ALC650 AC'...display the individual control frequency bands, and adjust the sound output. The support CD that came with the motherboard package includes the driver for this setup. You must use 4-channel or 6-channel speakers for the 6-channel audio feature. The RealTek Sound Effect icon...
ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide 5-21 Install the RealTek ALC650 AC'97 audio driver from the support CD. RealTek ALC650 AC'97 audio configuration 1. From the Sound Effect tab, you Sound Effect Icon have successfully installed the driver. 2. 5.3.5 Multi-channel audio feature The RealTek ALC650 AC'...display the individual control frequency bands, and adjust the sound output. The support CD that came with the motherboard package includes the driver for this setup. You must use 4-channel or 6-channel speakers for the 6-channel audio feature. The RealTek Sound Effect icon...
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... 4-22 RAS to CAS Delay 4-21 Serial Ports 1-10, 4-24 SMART Monitoring 4-15 Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) 1-3, 2-28 Super I/O controller 1-9 Support CD 5-1 ASUS Update 5-9 Utilities menu 5-5 Drivers menu 5-2 motherboard information 5-7 multi-channel audio 5-21 Technical Support Form 5-8 Suspend Mode 4-29 System Controller North Bridge 1-8 South Bridge 1-9 System Date 4-10 System memory... System Time 4-10 U UART2 4-24 Ultra DMA Mode 4-15 USB Legacy Support 4-20 USB ports 1-10 V Video memory cache USWC 4-22 UC 4-22 Z ZIF socket 2-6 ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide I-3
... 4-22 RAS to CAS Delay 4-21 Serial Ports 1-10, 4-24 SMART Monitoring 4-15 Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) 1-3, 2-28 Super I/O controller 1-9 Support CD 5-1 ASUS Update 5-9 Utilities menu 5-5 Drivers menu 5-2 motherboard information 5-7 multi-channel audio 5-21 Technical Support Form 5-8 Suspend Mode 4-29 System Controller North Bridge 1-8 South Bridge 1-9 System Date 4-10 System memory... System Time 4-10 U UART2 4-24 Ultra DMA Mode 4-15 USB Legacy Support 4-20 USB ports 1-10 V Video memory cache USWC 4-22 UC 4-22 Z ZIF socket 2-6 ASUS P4G8X series motherboard user guide I-3