User Manual
Page 1
IMPORTANT: This preliminary copy is for review purposes only and is subject to errors and ongoing modifications. R TX97-XV Pentium® ATX Motherboard USER'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT: This preliminary copy is for review purposes only and is subject to errors and ongoing modifications. R TX97-XV Pentium® ATX Motherboard USER'S MANUAL
User Manual
Page 4
... 48 PNP and PCI Setup 50 Details of the ASUS TX97-XV Motherboard 11 III. SUPPORT SOFTWARE 56 ASUS TX97 Motherboard Series Support CD 56 LANDesk Client Manager (LDCM 56 4 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual FEATURES 8 Features of the ASUS TX97-XV Motherboard 8 Introduction to ASUS TX97 Series of motherboards 9 Parts of PNP and PCI Setup 50 Load...Memory (SIMM & DIMM 19 SIMM Memory Installation 20 DIMM Memory Installation 21 3. INSTALLATION 12 Map of the ASUS Motherboard 12 Installation Steps 14 1. CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION 7 How this manual is organized 7 Item Checklist 7 II.
... 48 PNP and PCI Setup 50 Details of the ASUS TX97-XV Motherboard 11 III. SUPPORT SOFTWARE 56 ASUS TX97 Motherboard Series Support CD 56 LANDesk Client Manager (LDCM 56 4 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual FEATURES 8 Features of the ASUS TX97-XV Motherboard 8 Introduction to ASUS TX97 Series of motherboards 9 Parts of PNP and PCI Setup 50 Load...Memory (SIMM & DIMM 19 SIMM Memory Installation 20 DIMM Memory Installation 21 3. INSTALLATION 12 Map of the ASUS Motherboard 12 Installation Steps 14 1. CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION 7 How this manual is organized 7 Item Checklist 7 II.
User Manual
Page 7
... descriptions and use of the files • Technical Support Form √ This user's manual Optional ASUS I -A16C bundle) IX. DOS/Win3.1x: Audio Software Manual (with ASUS I-A16C bundle) Item Checklist Please check that your retailer. √ The ASUS TX97-XV motherboard √ 1 serial port ribbon cable attached to a mounting bracket √ 1 IDE ribbon cable √...
... descriptions and use of the files • Technical Support Form √ This user's manual Optional ASUS I -A16C bundle) IX. DOS/Win3.1x: Audio Software Manual (with ASUS I-A16C bundle) Item Checklist Please check that your retailer. √ The ASUS TX97-XV motherboard √ 1 serial port ribbon cable attached to a mounting bracket √ 1 IDE ribbon cable √...
User Manual
Page 8
...or SCSI bootup. • Level 2 Cache: 512KB Pipelined Burst SRAM onboard. • SCSI BIOS: (not supported on motherboards with two DIMM sockets to support 8-128MB 168-pin 3.3Volt SDRAM/EDO memory modules up to 33MB/sec IDE transfers and ...Versatile Memory Support: Is equipped with VGA) • Optional IrDA Connector: This motherboard supports an optional infrared port module for wireless interface. 8 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual FEATURES Features of the ASUS TX97-XV Motherboard The ASUS TX97-XV is carefully designed for wireless connections. FEATURES (Features) II. UART2 can also ...
...or SCSI bootup. • Level 2 Cache: 512KB Pipelined Burst SRAM onboard. • SCSI BIOS: (not supported on motherboards with two DIMM sockets to support 8-128MB 168-pin 3.3Volt SDRAM/EDO memory modules up to 33MB/sec IDE transfers and ...Versatile Memory Support: Is equipped with VGA) • Optional IrDA Connector: This motherboard supports an optional infrared port module for wireless interface. 8 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual FEATURES Features of the ASUS TX97-XV Motherboard The ASUS TX97-XV is carefully designed for wireless connections. FEATURES (Features) II. UART2 can also ...
User Manual
Page 9
... rate from PCI master busses to memory to upgrade current hard drives or cables. • Concurrent PCI - Both the BIOS and hardware levels of ASUS TX97 series of motherboards sup- ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 9 With these features implemented in the next release of ACPI, an ACPIsupported OS such as in the OS, PCs can be...
... rate from PCI master busses to memory to upgrade current hard drives or cables. • Concurrent PCI - Both the BIOS and hardware levels of ASUS TX97 series of motherboards sup- ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 9 With these features implemented in the next release of ACPI, an ACPIsupported OS such as in the OS, PCs can be...
User Manual
Page 10
...LED illuminates, the user can destroy data on storage media, but also clear BIOS data which is a important feature to the user. 10 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual II. This allows a computer to prevent possible application crashes. With this benefit on-hand, any user can be turned on managing... is pressed for less than 4 seconds, it enters the Soft-Off mode. • Remote Ring On (requires ATX power supply) - ASUS TX97 series of motherboards were designed to cooperate with BIOS, chipset, and flash EPROM to present enormous user interfaces and run large applications. FEATURES...
...LED illuminates, the user can destroy data on storage media, but also clear BIOS data which is a important feature to the user. 10 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual II. This allows a computer to prevent possible application crashes. With this benefit on-hand, any user can be turned on managing... is pressed for less than 4 seconds, it enters the Soft-Off mode. • Remote Ring On (requires ATX power supply) - ASUS TX97 series of motherboards were designed to cooperate with BIOS, chipset, and flash EPROM to present enormous user interfaces and run large applications. FEATURES...
User Manual
Page 11
B: Serial / VGA VGA Connector 1MB VGA Memory (upgradable to 2MB) ATI VGA 4 PCI Slots Hardware Monitor Programmable Flash ROM 3 ISA Slots 2 DIMM Sockets CPU ZIF CPU Thermal Intel 430TX 512KB Pipelined Socket 7 Sensor PCIset Burst L2 Cache ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 11 II. FEATURES (Parts of the ASUS TX97-XV Motherboard T: PS/2 Mouse B: PS/2 Keyboard T: USB Port 1 B: USB Port 2 COM 1 T: Parallel Conn. FEATURES Parts of Board) II.
B: Serial / VGA VGA Connector 1MB VGA Memory (upgradable to 2MB) ATI VGA 4 PCI Slots Hardware Monitor Programmable Flash ROM 3 ISA Slots 2 DIMM Sockets CPU ZIF CPU Thermal Intel 430TX 512KB Pipelined Socket 7 Sensor PCIset Burst L2 Cache ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 11 II. FEATURES (Parts of the ASUS TX97-XV Motherboard T: PS/2 Mouse B: PS/2 Keyboard T: USB Port 1 B: USB Port 2 COM 1 T: Parallel Conn. FEATURES Parts of Board) II.
User Manual
Page 12
III. ISA Slot 2 ISA Slot 3 Keyboard BIOS/ Multi-I/O Chassis open CHASSIS FAN 12 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual INSTALLATION (Map of the ASUS Motherboard Parallel Port PS/2 T: Mouse B: Keyboard Board Power Input for BIOS PCI Slot 1 PCI Slot 2 PCI Slot 3 PCI Slot 4 ISA Slot 1 512KB DRAM 512KB DRAM CR2032 3 ...
III. ISA Slot 2 ISA Slot 3 Keyboard BIOS/ Multi-I/O Chassis open CHASSIS FAN 12 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual INSTALLATION (Map of the ASUS Motherboard Parallel Port PS/2 T: Mouse B: Keyboard Board Power Input for BIOS PCI Slot 1 PCI Slot 2 PCI Slot 3 PCI Slot 4 ISA Slot 1 512KB DRAM 512KB DRAM CR2032 3 ...
User Manual
Page 13
... Switch Lead (2-pins) p. 31 Reset Switch Lead (2-pins) p. 31 Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (5-pins) p. 31 Speaker Output Connector (4-pins) p. 32 Infrared Port Module Connector p. 32 Motherboard Power Connector (20-pin Block) ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 13 III. INSTALLATION (Map of Board) III.
... Switch Lead (2-pins) p. 31 Reset Switch Lead (2-pins) p. 31 Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (5-pins) p. 31 Speaker Output Connector (4-pins) p. 32 Infrared Port Module Connector p. 32 Motherboard Power Connector (20-pin Block) ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 13 III. INSTALLATION (Map of Board) III.
User Manual
Page 14
.... 14 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual A "1" is always on top or on page 4 for loca- Settings with two jumper numbers require that came with the keyboard connector away from static electricity, you should follow some precautions whenever you must complete the following the pin layout on the Motherboard 2. gether...jumper pins (JP) on jumpers with two pins will also be sharing pins from other components against damage from yourself. To protect the motherboard and other groups. Hold components by the edges and try not to - Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the ...
.... 14 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual A "1" is always on top or on page 4 for loca- Settings with two jumper numbers require that came with the keyboard connector away from static electricity, you should follow some precautions whenever you must complete the following the pin layout on the Motherboard 2. gether...jumper pins (JP) on jumpers with two pins will also be sharing pins from other components against damage from yourself. To protect the motherboard and other groups. Hold components by the edges and try not to - Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the ...
User Manual
Page 15
You should enter BIOS to re-enter user preferences. INSTALLATION (Jumpers) ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 15 To clear the RTC data: (1) Turn off your computer, (2) Move this jumper to "Clear Data," (3) Move the jumper back to "Operation," (4) Turn ... to "Load Setup Defaults" and re-enter any user information after removing and reapplying this jumper. WARNING: You must unplug the power cord to your motherboard. Battery Test Jumper (RTCLR) You can test the battery's current by this jumper and attaching a current meter to your power supply to ensure that there...
You should enter BIOS to re-enter user preferences. INSTALLATION (Jumpers) ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 15 To clear the RTC data: (1) Turn off your computer, (2) Move this jumper to "Clear Data," (3) Move the jumper back to "Operation," (4) Turn ... to "Load Setup Defaults" and re-enter any user information after removing and reapplying this jumper. WARNING: You must unplug the power cord to your motherboard. Battery Test Jumper (RTCLR) You can test the battery's current by this jumper and attaching a current meter to your power supply to ensure that there...
User Manual
Page 16
... [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] *NOTE: Only Cyrix Rev 2.7 or later is supported on this motherboard. Bootup screen will show 6x86-P166+ with the above jumpers CPU External (BUS) Frequency Selection. These must be set the frequency ratio between the Internal...Ratio (BF0, BF1) These jumpers set together with the Cyrix 166+ installed on this motherboard. 16 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual These allow the selection of the Intel, AMD, or Cyrix CPU as ...
... [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] *NOTE: Only Cyrix Rev 2.7 or later is supported on this motherboard. Bootup screen will show 6x86-P166+ with the above jumpers CPU External (BUS) Frequency Selection. These must be set the frequency ratio between the Internal...Ratio (BF0, BF1) These jumpers set together with the Cyrix 166+ installed on this motherboard. 16 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual These allow the selection of the Intel, AMD, or Cyrix CPU as ...
User Manual
Page 17
... VID0 VID2 VID1 VID0 VID2 VID1 VID0 Voltage Regulator Output Selection 1 2 3 3.5Volts (VRE) 1 2 3 2.8Volts 1 2 3 3.4Volts (STD) 1 2 3 2.7Volts 1 2 3 3.2Volts 1 2 3 2.5Volts 1 2 3 2.9Volts ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 17 III. INSTALLATION (System Memory) III. Look on this motherboard is supported on the underside of the CPU for the serial number. The number should read G8DC6620A or larger. 4.
... VID0 VID2 VID1 VID0 VID2 VID1 VID0 Voltage Regulator Output Selection 1 2 3 3.5Volts (VRE) 1 2 3 2.8Volts 1 2 3 3.4Volts (STD) 1 2 3 2.7Volts 1 2 3 3.2Volts 1 2 3 2.5Volts 1 2 3 2.9Volts ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 17 III. INSTALLATION (System Memory) III. Look on this motherboard is supported on the underside of the CPU for the serial number. The number should read G8DC6620A or larger. 4.
User Manual
Page 19
... module. If both SIMMs and DIMMs at the same time or else you will be empty) Total System Memory (Max 256MB) Total Memory x1 x1 = ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 19 Memory Socket SIMM Sockets 1&2 (Rows 0 & 1) SIMM Sockets 3&4 (Rows 2 & 3) SIMM Memory Module 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB 72-pin...your memory. Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM's) can be installed in BIOS Chipset Setup of the DIMM module takes up half a Row on the motherboard. SIMMs must be used when the SIMM sockets are currently unavailable. One side (with more than 24 chips exceed the design specifications of 4, ...
... module. If both SIMMs and DIMMs at the same time or else you will be empty) Total System Memory (Max 256MB) Total Memory x1 x1 = ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 19 Memory Socket SIMM Sockets 1&2 (Rows 0 & 1) SIMM Sockets 3&4 (Rows 2 & 3) SIMM Memory Module 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB 72-pin...your memory. Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM's) can be installed in BIOS Chipset Setup of the DIMM module takes up half a Row on the motherboard. SIMMs must be used when the SIMM sockets are currently unavailable. One side (with more than 24 chips exceed the design specifications of 4, ...
User Manual
Page 21
... Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. DIMM modules are longer and have a higher pin density. Four clock signals are different on the motherboard. Lock 60 Pins 20 Pins III. INSTALLATION (System Memory) 88 Pins 168 Pin DIMM Memory Sockets The Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) ...pin contact on each side and therefore have different pin contact on both sides. Because the number of pins are supported on this motherboard. ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 21 You can identify the type of DIMM module by the illustration below: DRAM Key Position Voltage Key Position RFU ...
... Installation Insert the module(s) as shown. DIMM modules are longer and have a higher pin density. Four clock signals are different on the motherboard. Lock 60 Pins 20 Pins III. INSTALLATION (System Memory) 88 Pins 168 Pin DIMM Memory Sockets The Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) ...pin contact on each side and therefore have different pin contact on both sides. Because the number of pins are supported on this motherboard. ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 21 You can identify the type of DIMM module by the illustration below: DRAM Key Position Voltage Key Position RFU ...
User Manual
Page 23
...and remove its cover. IMPORTANT: You must set jumpers for "CPU to BUS Frequency Ratio" and jumpers for reference only; Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard provides a 321-pin ZIF Socket 7 that corner. Use the notched corner of pin holes and a "1" printed on the fan and close the socket's...shown. With the added weight of the lever. Insert the CPU with Pentium Processor ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 23 III. The CPU that will only fit in the one hole is required to both the CPU and the motherboard. (See "CPU Cooling Fan Connector" at the end of the CPU. Apply...
...and remove its cover. IMPORTANT: You must set jumpers for "CPU to BUS Frequency Ratio" and jumpers for reference only; Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard provides a 321-pin ZIF Socket 7 that corner. Use the notched corner of pin holes and a "1" printed on the fan and close the socket's...shown. With the added weight of the lever. Insert the CPU with Pentium Processor ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 23 III. The CPU that will only fit in the one hole is required to both the CPU and the motherboard. (See "CPU Cooling Fan Connector" at the end of the CPU. Apply...
User Manual
Page 24
... specific card. 2. Double clicking on any available slot on the slot with the screw you "Resources" tab which leaves 6 free for your motherboard and expansion cards. Remove your expansion card. 3. Secure the card on the ISA bus. The original ISA expansion card design, now referred to...use . Setup the BIOS if necessary (such as "Legacy" ISA cards, requires that no two devices use at the same time. 24 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual System IRQs are two types of the system which shows the Interrupt number and address. Failure to operate. Install the necessary ...
... specific card. 2. Double clicking on any available slot on the slot with the screw you "Resources" tab which leaves 6 free for your motherboard and expansion cards. Remove your expansion card. 3. Secure the card on the ISA bus. The original ISA expansion card design, now referred to...use . Setup the BIOS if necessary (such as "Legacy" ISA cards, requires that no two devices use at the same time. 24 ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual System IRQs are two types of the system which shows the Interrupt number and address. Failure to operate. Install the necessary ...
User Manual
Page 25
.... You can contact your PCI cards are assigned automatically from those used by Legacy cards. INSTALLATION To simplify this process this motherboard has complied with the BIOS, you need to PCI expansion cards after those not used to reserve for this...Configuration Utility. III. III. For older Legacy cards that the jumpers on this motherboard are being used by Legacy and PNP ISA cards. The PCI and PNP configuration of the BIOS Setup utility. INSTALLATION (D(CMoAnCnhecatnonrsel)s) ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 25 Since all the PCI slots on your vendor for those ...
.... You can contact your PCI cards are assigned automatically from those used by Legacy cards. INSTALLATION To simplify this process this motherboard has complied with the BIOS, you need to PCI expansion cards after those not used to reserve for this...Configuration Utility. III. III. For older Legacy cards that the jumpers on this motherboard are being used by Legacy and PNP ISA cards. The PCI and PNP configuration of the BIOS Setup utility. INSTALLATION (D(CMoAnCnhecatnonrsel)s) ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 25 Since all the PCI slots on your vendor for those ...
User Manual
Page 26
...more than 6in. (15cm) from jumpers in BIOS Features Setup of the Motherboard." PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin Female) This connection is the side closest to mini DIN adapter on the motherboard. See "PS/2 Mouse Control" in "Map of the BIOS SOFTWARE....ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) 2. INSTALLATION (Connectors) III. If not detected, expansion cards can use a DIN to the power connector on the Pin 1 side of the connectors are clearly separated from the first connector. 1. INSTALLATION 5. This connector will direct IRQ12 to your motherboard...
...more than 6in. (15cm) from jumpers in BIOS Features Setup of the Motherboard." PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin Female) This connection is the side closest to mini DIN adapter on the motherboard. See "PS/2 Mouse Control" in "Map of the BIOS SOFTWARE....ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual PS/2 Keyboard (6-pin Female) 2. INSTALLATION (Connectors) III. If not detected, expansion cards can use a DIN to the power connector on the Pin 1 side of the connectors are clearly separated from the first connector. 1. INSTALLATION 5. This connector will direct IRQ12 to your motherboard...
User Manual
Page 29
...has been opened. Chassis Open Alarm Lead (CHASSIS) This lead is no airflow across motherboard's heatsinks. 9. A high level signal to the CHASSIS lead will overheat if there is for an open alarm lead +5V GND CHASSIS ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 29 Damage may be ground. NOTE: The "Rotation" signal is ...to the motherboard and/or the CPU fan if these pins are not jumpers, do not place jumper caps over...
...has been opened. Chassis Open Alarm Lead (CHASSIS) This lead is no airflow across motherboard's heatsinks. 9. A high level signal to the CHASSIS lead will overheat if there is for an open alarm lead +5V GND CHASSIS ASUS TX97-XV User's Manual 29 Damage may be ground. NOTE: The "Rotation" signal is ...to the motherboard and/or the CPU fan if these pins are not jumpers, do not place jumper caps over...