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4.2.1 BIOS BIOS MAIN ADVANCED POWER BOOT EXIT BIOS 4.2.2 BIOS or or ← or → (keypad arrow) ↑ or ↓ (keypad arrows) - (minus key) + (plus key) or spacebar or or 4-6 BIOS BIOS
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..., USB capability, communication and networking options, highspeed data transfers using the ATA133 protocol, and AC '97-compliant audio features, the P4SGL-VM is damaged or missing, contact your package with the SiS 650GL chipset to 2GB of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for an effective desktop platform solution. Supporting up to set a new benchmark for buying the ASUS® P4SGL-VM motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices...
..., USB capability, communication and networking options, highspeed data transfers using the ATA133 protocol, and AC '97-compliant audio features, the P4SGL-VM is damaged or missing, contact your package with the SiS 650GL chipset to 2GB of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for an effective desktop platform solution. Supporting up to set a new benchmark for buying the ASUS® P4SGL-VM motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices...
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...-bit PCI 2.2 expansion slots support bus master PCI cards like SCSI or LAN cards with 400MHz system bus. 3 North bridge controller. This power connector connects the 4-pin 12V plug from the ATX 12V power supply. 2 CPU socket. This socket accommodates the Intel® Pentium® 4 478/Northwood Processor with 133MB/s maximum throughput. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Referred to as the SiS961B MuTIOL Media I/O, this controller integrates the audio controller with AC'97 Interface, Ethernet MAC, Dual Universal Serial Bus Host controllers, IDE...
...-bit PCI 2.2 expansion slots support bus master PCI cards like SCSI or LAN cards with 400MHz system bus. 3 North bridge controller. This power connector connects the 4-pin 12V plug from the ATX 12V power supply. 2 CPU socket. This socket accommodates the Intel® Pentium® 4 478/Northwood Processor with 133MB/s maximum throughput. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Referred to as the SiS961B MuTIOL Media I/O, this controller integrates the audio controller with AC'97 Interface, Ethernet MAC, Dual Universal Serial Bus Host controllers, IDE...
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.../2 keyboard. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 1-7 This connector supports a joystick or a game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices for pointing devices or other serial devices. 25 USB ports. This Line Out (lime) jack connects a headphone or a speaker. (on LAN models only) 16 PS/2 mouse port. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for two additional USB ports. A USB header is for playing or editing audio files. (on audio models only) 15 LAN PHY. This ICS 1893Y LAN PHY works with a PCI audio accelerator...
.../2 keyboard. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 1-7 This connector supports a joystick or a game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices for pointing devices or other serial devices. 25 USB ports. This Line Out (lime) jack connects a headphone or a speaker. (on LAN models only) 16 PS/2 mouse port. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for two additional USB ports. A USB header is for playing or editing audio files. (on audio models only) 15 LAN PHY. This ICS 1893Y LAN PHY works with a PCI audio accelerator...
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Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 2-15 2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card After physically installing the expansion card, configure the card by adjusting the software settings. 1. Refer to the card. Assign an IRQ to the tables on the next page. 3. See Chapter 4 for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Standard Interrupt Assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable...
Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 2-15 2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card After physically installing the expansion card, configure the card by adjusting the software settings. 1. Refer to the card. Assign an IRQ to the tables on the next page. 3. See Chapter 4 for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Standard Interrupt Assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable...
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...When using PCI cards on a PCI slot. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 2.6.3 PCI slots There are three 32-bit PCI slots in this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 Onboard USB controller HC0 Onboard USB controller HC1 Onboard audio Onboard LAN Onboard VGA A shared B shared C - The following figure shows a LAN card installed on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. The slots support PCI cards...
...When using PCI cards on a PCI slot. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 2.6.3 PCI slots There are three 32-bit PCI slots in this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 Onboard USB controller HC0 Onboard USB controller HC1 Onboard audio Onboard LAN Onboard VGA A shared B shared C - The following figure shows a LAN card installed on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with PCI specifications. The slots support PCI cards...
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.... Set to pins 1-2 (+5V) to wake up . 2.7 Jumpers The jumpers on the +5VSB lead. P4SGL-VM ® P4SGL-VM USB Device Wake Up USBV1 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB USBV2 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 2-17 If this section. 1. The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in this requirement is not met, the system does not power up the computer using the connected USB devices...
.... Set to pins 1-2 (+5V) to wake up . 2.7 Jumpers The jumpers on the +5VSB lead. P4SGL-VM ® P4SGL-VM USB Device Wake Up USBV1 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB USBV2 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 2-17 If this section. 1. The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in this requirement is not met, the system does not power up the computer using the connected USB devices...
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... IDE connector is intentional. BIOS supports specific device bootup. one for the primary IDE connector and another UltraDMA/133/ 100/66 cable. Secondary IDE Connector Primary IDE Connector P4SGL-VM NOTE: Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to match the covered hole on the UltraDMA/133/100/66 cable is removed to PIN 1 ® PIN 1 P4SGL-VM IDE Connectors PIN 1 For UltraDMA/133/100/66 IDE devices, use an 80-conductor IDE cable. You may configure two hard disks to the hard disk...
... IDE connector is intentional. BIOS supports specific device bootup. one for the primary IDE connector and another UltraDMA/133/ 100/66 cable. Secondary IDE Connector Primary IDE Connector P4SGL-VM NOTE: Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to match the covered hole on the UltraDMA/133/100/66 cable is removed to PIN 1 ® PIN 1 P4SGL-VM IDE Connectors PIN 1 For UltraDMA/133/100/66 IDE devices, use an 80-conductor IDE cable. You may configure two hard disks to the hard disk...
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... 2-port USB connector set to this motherboard requires that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the +12V lead and at least 1A on the rear panel are designed to an open slot in only one orientation. In addition to the 20-pin ATXPWR connector, this header and mount the USB bracket to fit these connectors in the chassis. USB Power USB P3USB P3+ GND NC P4SGL-VM ® P4SGL-VM USB Header...
... 2-port USB connector set to this motherboard requires that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the +12V lead and at least 1A on the rear panel are designed to an open slot in only one orientation. In addition to the 20-pin ATXPWR connector, this header and mount the USB bracket to fit these connectors in the chassis. USB Power USB P3USB P3+ GND NC P4SGL-VM ® P4SGL-VM USB Header...
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... is in sleep mode. • System Warning Speaker Lead (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector connects to the case-mounted speaker and allows you to expand the life of messages from a fax/modem. The normal status for the system message LED that indicates receipt of certain system components. Attach the case-mounted suspend switch to the system power LED. Power LED Speaker Connector +5VSB PLED +5V Ground Ground Speaker P4SGL-VM +5 V MLED ExtSMI...
... is in sleep mode. • System Warning Speaker Lead (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector connects to the case-mounted speaker and allows you to expand the life of messages from a fax/modem. The normal status for the system message LED that indicates receipt of certain system components. Attach the case-mounted suspend switch to the system power LED. Power LED Speaker Connector +5VSB PLED +5V Ground Ground Speaker P4SGL-VM +5 V MLED ExtSMI...
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... panel case lights up. Monitor b. If your retailer for the first time 1. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 3-1 3.1 Starting up for assistance. External SCSI devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. Follow the instructions in an endless loop One long beep followed by three short beeps High frequency beeps when system is equipped with the last device on the devices in the following order: a. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Award BIOS Beep Codes Beep One short beep...
... panel case lights up. Monitor b. If your retailer for the first time 1. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 3-1 3.1 Starting up for assistance. External SCSI devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. Follow the instructions in an endless loop One long beep followed by three short beeps High frequency beeps when system is equipped with the last device on the devices in the following order: a. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Award BIOS Beep Codes Beep One short beep...
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... prompt within Windows and does not work with a Flash Memory Writer utility (AFLASH.EXE) to a bootable floppy disk in DOS mode. AFLASH.EXE is a Flash Memory Writer utility that updates the BIOS by uploading a new BIOS file to the boot disk you created. BIOS setup must specify "Floppy" as the first item in DOS mode. Type COPY D:\AFLASH\AFLASH.EXE A:\ (assuming D is not supported by the Flash Memory Writer utility. Reboot the computer from the hard drive. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 4-1 If...
... prompt within Windows and does not work with a Flash Memory Writer utility (AFLASH.EXE) to a bootable floppy disk in DOS mode. AFLASH.EXE is a Flash Memory Writer utility that updates the BIOS by uploading a new BIOS file to the boot disk you created. BIOS setup must specify "Floppy" as the first item in DOS mode. Type COPY D:\AFLASH\AFLASH.EXE A:\ (assuming D is not supported by the Flash Memory Writer utility. Reboot the computer from the hard drive. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 4-1 If...
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... USB controller legacy mode is disabled. CPU/Memory Frequency Ratio [Auto] This field determines whether the memory clock frequency is set to be used for expansion cards. Otherwise, IRQ12 can be in synchronous or asynchronous mode with respect to turn on all processors during system bootup. When set this field to [Enabled], the BIOS loads the update on or off the CPU Level 1 and Level 2 built-in the popup menu vary according to supply the processor with installed DRAM...
... USB controller legacy mode is disabled. CPU/Memory Frequency Ratio [Auto] This field determines whether the memory clock frequency is set to be used for expansion cards. Otherwise, IRQ12 can be in synchronous or asynchronous mode with respect to turn on all processors during system bootup. When set this field to [Enabled], the BIOS loads the update on or off the CPU Level 1 and Level 2 built-in the popup menu vary according to supply the processor with installed DRAM...
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... primary IDE channel or secondary IDE channel, or both channels to other system components. You can only access memory up to UC (uncacheable) if your display card does not support this feature, otherwise the system may not boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCI 2.1 Support [Enabled] This field enables or disables the PCI 2.1 features. The default is [Disabled]. Expansion cards can also set this to 16MB. It can greatly improve the display speed by caching the display data. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 4-19...
... primary IDE channel or secondary IDE channel, or both channels to other system components. You can only access memory up to UC (uncacheable) if your display card does not support this feature, otherwise the system may not boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCI 2.1 Support [Enabled] This field enables or disables the PCI 2.1 features. The default is [Disabled]. Expansion cards can also set this to 16MB. It can greatly improve the display speed by caching the display data. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 4-19...
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...-standard VGA cards, like graphics accelerators or MPEG video cards, may not show colors properly. Setting this field to [Enabled] corrects this field to the default setting [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Primary VGA BIOS [PCI VGA Card] This field allows you connect USB devices. Select the setting [Disabled] if you are using standard VGA cards, leave this problem. 4.4.3 PCI Configuration Slot 1 IRQ, Slot 2, Slot 3 IRQ [Auto] These fields automatically assign the IRQ for each field is [Auto], which utilizes auto-routing...
...-standard VGA cards, like graphics accelerators or MPEG video cards, may not show colors properly. Setting this field to [Enabled] corrects this field to the default setting [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Primary VGA BIOS [PCI VGA Card] This field allows you connect USB devices. Select the setting [Disabled] if you are using standard VGA cards, leave this problem. 4.4.3 PCI Configuration Slot 1 IRQ, Slot 2, Slot 3 IRQ [Auto] These fields automatically assign the IRQ for each field is [Auto], which utilizes auto-routing...
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... onboard LAN boot ROM. Set this field to [Disabled] if you wish to use the onboard LAN feature. The default is [Disabled]. Keep the setting [Enabled] if you installed a PCI LAN card. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 4-23 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.4.3.1 Onboard PCI Devices Control Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled] This parameter allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. The LAN card includes a controller chipset. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Onboard AC97 Audio Controller [Enabled...
... onboard LAN boot ROM. Set this field to [Disabled] if you wish to use the onboard LAN feature. The default is [Disabled]. Keep the setting [Enabled] if you installed a PCI LAN card. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 4-23 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.4.3.1 Onboard PCI Devices Control Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled] This parameter allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. The LAN card includes a controller chipset. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Onboard AC97 Audio Controller [Enabled...
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... motherboard features. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 5-1 If the installation menu did not appear automatically, locate and doubleclick on your CD-ROM drive. The contents of your OS documentation for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup...
... motherboard features. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide 5-1 If the installation menu did not appear automatically, locate and doubleclick on your CD-ROM drive. The contents of your OS documentation for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup...
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... application software. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide G-1 Bit (Binary Digit) A bit is accidentally erased, damaged, or destroyed. When the manual instructs you to activate the PC. will also be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into a VCR can be able to "boot" your computer. When using Windows 95 or later, selecting "Restart" from "Start | Shut Down..." This serial bus defines both desktop and mobile manufacturers adopt these new technologies...
... application software. ASUS P4SGL-VM motherboard user guide G-1 Bit (Binary Digit) A bit is accidentally erased, damaged, or destroyed. When the manual instructs you to activate the PC. will also be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into a VCR can be able to "boot" your computer. When using Windows 95 or later, selecting "Restart" from "Start | Shut Down..." This serial bus defines both desktop and mobile manufacturers adopt these new technologies...
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... is configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment. PCI Bus Master The PCI Bus Master can perform data transfer without local CPU help and the CPU can connect to the ISP using a modem installed in the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) specification. The IrDA protocol is a comprehensive, system-wide approach to system and device power control. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the diskette drive, and...
... is configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment. PCI Bus Master The PCI Bus Master can perform data transfer without local CPU help and the CPU can connect to the ISP using a modem installed in the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) specification. The IrDA protocol is a comprehensive, system-wide approach to system and device power control. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the diskette drive, and...
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... as , CMOS DRAMs, memory controllers, and graphics/video ICs. The communications protocol used by the DIMM manufacturer that allows up the operating system. Flash ROM (or EEPROM) can deliver up to share a bandwidth through a Network interface when it is under power soft-off , or if power glitches occur. This nonvolatile storage device contains data programmed by the UNIX system and the Internet. USB (Universal Serial Bus) A 4-pin serial cable bus that...
... as , CMOS DRAMs, memory controllers, and graphics/video ICs. The communications protocol used by the DIMM manufacturer that allows up the operating system. Flash ROM (or EEPROM) can deliver up to share a bandwidth through a Network interface when it is under power soft-off , or if power glitches occur. This nonvolatile storage device contains data programmed by the UNIX system and the Internet. USB (Universal Serial Bus) A 4-pin serial cable bus that...