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... introduction This chapter gives a general description of personal computers. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter gives information about the ASUS T2-AH1 barebone system. viii About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that comes... with hardware knowledge of the ASUS T2-AH1. Chapter 3: Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support...
... introduction This chapter gives a general description of personal computers. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter gives information about the ASUS T2-AH1 barebone system. viii About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that comes... with hardware knowledge of the ASUS T2-AH1. Chapter 3: Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support...
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The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS T2-AH1. MODE ASUS T2-AH1
The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS T2-AH1. MODE ASUS T2-AH1
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With audio functions, extensive connectivity, and Gigabit LAN capability, the T2-AH1 is an all-in a stylish mini-tower casing, and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor for the sophisticated. Thank you for your computing and multimedia needs! 1.2... LEDs, and LED panel. 1 2 3 4 9 10 MODE 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 MODE 15 16 17 18 1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction The ASUS T2-AH1 is designed for Socket 939 with a versatile home entertainment feature. 1.1 Welcome! The system comes in -one barebone system with 1 GHz/800 MHz/400 MHz FSB...
With audio functions, extensive connectivity, and Gigabit LAN capability, the T2-AH1 is an all-in a stylish mini-tower casing, and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor for the sophisticated. Thank you for your computing and multimedia needs! 1.2... LEDs, and LED panel. 1 2 3 4 9 10 MODE 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 MODE 15 16 17 18 1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction The ASUS T2-AH1 is designed for Socket 939 with a versatile home entertainment feature. 1.1 Welcome! The system comes in -one barebone system with 1 GHz/800 MHz/400 MHz FSB...
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... Audio DJ feature allows you eject the loading tray. 3 . Press this door to show the front panel input/output ports. 9 . C D b u t t o n . S e c o n d o p t i c a l d r i v e d o o r . See page 3-12 for details. ASUS T2-AH1 1-3 H D D L E D . Open this button to eject the optical drive loading tray. 4 . F l o p p y d r i v e d o o r . M o d e b u t t o n . In R a d i o m o d e, scans the available FM stations when pressed for less than two seconds or presets...
... Audio DJ feature allows you eject the loading tray. 3 . Press this door to show the front panel input/output ports. 9 . C D b u t t o n . S e c o n d o p t i c a l d r i v e d o o r . See page 3-12 for details. ASUS T2-AH1 1-3 H D D L E D . Open this button to eject the optical drive loading tray. 4 . F l o p p y d r i v e d o o r . M o d e b u t t o n . In R a d i o m o d e, scans the available FM stations when pressed for less than two seconds or presets...
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... drive(s), storage card reader slots, and several I/O ports are located inside the front panel doors. This slot is for a CompactFlash®/Microdrive™ storage card. 2 2 . ASUS T2-AH1 1-5 O p t i c a l d r i v e (optional). This slot is for a SmartMedia® storage card. 2 4 . This drive is for a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch floppy disk. 2 0 . This slot is for a Memory Stick®...
... drive(s), storage card reader slots, and several I/O ports are located inside the front panel doors. This slot is for a CompactFlash®/Microdrive™ storage card. 2 2 . ASUS T2-AH1 1-5 O p t i c a l d r i v e (optional). This slot is for a SmartMedia® storage card. 2 4 . This drive is for a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch floppy disk. 2 0 . This slot is for a Memory Stick®...
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... Visual Interface (DVI) card. 2 . This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices. 8 . This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other audio sources. ASUS T2-AH1 1-7 P S / 2 k e y b o a r d p o r t . L i n e O u t p o r t . This green 6-pin connector is for 5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio. 3 . This port connects your audio system for a PS/2 keyboard. 6 . o u t p o r t. L i n e I n p o r t . This port connects...
... Visual Interface (DVI) card. 2 . This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices. 8 . This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other audio sources. ASUS T2-AH1 1-7 P S / 2 k e y b o a r d p o r t . L i n e O u t p o r t . This green 6-pin connector is for 5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio. 3 . This port connects your audio system for a PS/2 keyboard. 6 . o u t p o r t. L i n e I n p o r t . This port connects...
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.... Hard disk drive metal tray 7. CPU socket 11. Optical drive (optional) 2. 5.25-inch empty optical drive bay 3. Chassis fan 9. Expansion slots 13. Serial ATA connectors ASUS T2-AH1 1-9 The installed components are labeled for instructions on installing additional system components. 8 9 13 12 14 1 2 11 10 3 4 5 6 15 7 1. Front panel cover 6. Proceed to Chapter 2 for...
.... Hard disk drive metal tray 7. CPU socket 11. Optical drive (optional) 2. 5.25-inch empty optical drive bay 3. Chassis fan 9. Expansion slots 13. Serial ATA connectors ASUS T2-AH1 1-9 The installed components are labeled for instructions on installing additional system components. 8 9 13 12 14 1 2 11 10 3 4 5 6 15 7 1. Front panel cover 6. Proceed to Chapter 2 for...
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Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system. MODE ASUS T2-AH1
Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system. MODE ASUS T2-AH1
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2.3 Removing the cover To remove the cover: 1. RADIO ANY 1 1 2. Lift the cover, then set aside. 2 2 4 3 3 ASUS T2-AH1 2-3 Slightly pull the cover toward the rear panel until the side tabs are disengaged from the chassis. 4. Keep the screws for later use. 2 3. Use a Phillips screw driver to the chassis. On the rear panel, locate the three screws that secure the 1 cover to remove the cover screws.
2.3 Removing the cover To remove the cover: 1. RADIO ANY 1 1 2. Lift the cover, then set aside. 2 2 4 3 3 ASUS T2-AH1 2-3 Slightly pull the cover toward the rear panel until the side tabs are disengaged from the chassis. 4. Keep the screws for later use. 2 3. Use a Phillips screw driver to the chassis. On the rear panel, locate the three screws that secure the 1 cover to remove the cover screws.
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Take note of this processor can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. 2.5 Installing a CPU The motherboard comes with gold triangle) on the socket to ensure correct installation. Gold triangle 2.5.1 CPU installation To install a CPU: 1. This mark should match a specific corner on the CPU. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. The 128-bit-wide data paths of the marked corner (with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor. CPU Socket 939 ® ASUS T2-AH1 2-5
Take note of this processor can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. 2.5 Installing a CPU The motherboard comes with gold triangle) on the socket to ensure correct installation. Gold triangle 2.5.1 CPU installation To install a CPU: 1. This mark should match a specific corner on the CPU. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. The 128-bit-wide data paths of the marked corner (with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor. CPU Socket 939 ® ASUS T2-AH1 2-5
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... the CPU fan and heatsink assembly: 1. Hook its packaging and vacuum cover. 2.5.2 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly Make sure to plug this connector. 6 4 2 5 6 7 7 5 4 3 ASUS T2-AH1 2-7 Remove the CPU fan and heatsink assembly from the power source before installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. The CPU fan and heatsink assembly...
... the CPU fan and heatsink assembly: 1. Hook its packaging and vacuum cover. 2.5.2 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly Make sure to plug this connector. 6 4 2 5 6 7 7 5 4 3 ASUS T2-AH1 2-7 Remove the CPU fan and heatsink assembly from the power source before installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. The CPU fan and heatsink assembly...
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2.6 Installing a DIMM The system motherboard comes with the same CAS latency. ASUS T2-AH1 2-9 Use any of the recommended configurations in the table on the next page. • Install only i d e n t i c a l (the same type and size) DDR DIMM in DIMM_A1 ...
2.6 Installing a DIMM The system motherboard comes with the same CAS latency. ASUS T2-AH1 2-9 Use any of the recommended configurations in the table on the next page. • Install only i d e n t i c a l (the same type and size) DDR DIMM in DIMM_A1 ...
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... 256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8EL5B DXV6S8HXD43B DXV6S8HXD43D - DS DD2508AMTA - •• - DS HY5DU56822DT-D43 - • • - SS MT46V32M8TG-5BG - • • (Continued on the next page) ASUS T2-AH1 2-11 DS NT5DS32M8CT-5T 3 • • SS NT5DS32M16BT-5T 3 • • DS NT5DS64M8BT-5T 3 • • DS NT5DS64M8BT-5T - • • 256 MB CENTURY 512...
... 256 MB CENTURY DXV6S8EL5B DXV6S8HXD43B DXV6S8HXD43D - DS DD2508AMTA - •• - DS HY5DU56822DT-D43 - • • - SS MT46V32M8TG-5BG - • • (Continued on the next page) ASUS T2-AH1 2-11 DS NT5DS32M8CT-5T 3 • • SS NT5DS32M16BT-5T 3 • • DS NT5DS64M8BT-5T 3 • • DS NT5DS64M8BT-5T - • • 256 MB CENTURY 512...
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Locate the two DIMM sockets on the socket 2 such that it fits in only one direction. ASUS T2-AH1 2-13 2.6.2 DIMM installation To install a DDR DIMM: 1. Unlock a socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM! DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 1 A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3 4 2 4 4. Retaining clips 2. Align a DIMM on the motherboard.
Locate the two DIMM sockets on the socket 2 such that it fits in only one direction. ASUS T2-AH1 2-13 2.6.2 DIMM installation To install a DDR DIMM: 1. Unlock a socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM! DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 1 A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3 4 2 4 4. Retaining clips 2. Align a DIMM on the motherboard.
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... with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 4 PCI card 5. Pull the expansion card lock to the chassis. 5 ASUS T2-AH1 2-15 2.7.2 Expansion card installation To install an expansion card. 1.
... with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 4 PCI card 5. Pull the expansion card lock to the chassis. 5 ASUS T2-AH1 2-15 2.7.2 Expansion card installation To install an expansion card. 1.
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To install an optical drive: 1. Slightly push the front panel cover outward until it aside. 5 ASUS T2-AH1 2-17 Detach the front panel cover top hooks. 3 3 1 2 3 3 4 4 5. To remove the front panel cover from the chassis, press the top hooks downward and the bottom ...
To install an optical drive: 1. Slightly push the front panel cover outward until it aside. 5 ASUS T2-AH1 2-17 Detach the front panel cover top hooks. 3 3 1 2 3 3 4 4 5. To remove the front panel cover from the chassis, press the top hooks downward and the bottom ...
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Reinstall the front panel cover by aligning its hooks with the chassis holes. 14. Lock the front panel cover hooks to the chassis holes as indicated. 13 14 ASUS T2-AH1 2-19 13.
Reinstall the front panel cover by aligning its hooks with the chassis holes. 14. Lock the front panel cover hooks to the chassis holes as indicated. 13 14 ASUS T2-AH1 2-19 13.
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... tray with its bottom on the other side of the chassis. 2. Secure the HDD with a Philips screw driver. Remove the lock screw with four screws. ASUS T2-AH1 2-21 Locate the HDD tray lock screw on the open side. Lock slots Tray locks 5 4 5 Configure your hard disk drive as a Master device. To install...
... tray with its bottom on the other side of the chassis. 2. Secure the HDD with a Philips screw driver. Remove the lock screw with four screws. ASUS T2-AH1 2-21 Locate the HDD tray lock screw on the open side. Lock slots Tray locks 5 4 5 Configure your hard disk drive as a Master device. To install...
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... connector: a. See page 2-25 for 2 the location of the drive, then connect the other end to a 4-pin (female) power plug from the power supply unit. ASUS T2-AH1 2-23 See page 4-8 for details on the power supply unit plugs. 3b 2 4-pin (male) power plug 15-pin SATA power plug If your Serial ATA...
... connector: a. See page 2-25 for 2 the location of the drive, then connect the other end to a 4-pin (female) power plug from the power supply unit. ASUS T2-AH1 2-23 See page 4-8 for details on the power supply unit plugs. 3b 2 4-pin (male) power plug 15-pin SATA power plug If your Serial ATA...
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... plug to 115 V. Voltage selector The PSU has a 115 V/230 V voltage selector switch located beside the power connector. Connect the 4-pin power plug to 230 V. ASUS T2-AH1 2-25 Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. 8 Power supply unit plugs 9 1 7 2 7. If the...
... plug to 115 V. Voltage selector The PSU has a 115 V/230 V voltage selector switch located beside the power connector. Connect the 4-pin power plug to 230 V. ASUS T2-AH1 2-25 Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. 8 Power supply unit plugs 9 1 7 2 7. If the...