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... Install ASUS Update V2.24 93 5.11 Install PC-Cillin 98 V4.06 94 5.12 Install ADOBE AcroBat Reader V4.0 95 5.13 Uninstalling Programs 96 6. APPENDIX 107 7.1 PCI-L101 Fast Ethernet Card 107 7.2 Modem Riser (optional 109 ASUS P3C-E User's Manual 5 BIOS SETUP 48 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS 48 4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System 48 4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures 49 4.2 BIOS Setup Program 51 4.3 Main Menu 54 4.4 Advanced Menu 60 4.5 Power Menu 72 4.6 Boot Menu 77 4.7 Exit Menu...
... Install ASUS Update V2.24 93 5.11 Install PC-Cillin 98 V4.06 94 5.12 Install ADOBE AcroBat Reader V4.0 95 5.13 Uninstalling Programs 96 6. APPENDIX 107 7.1 PCI-L101 Fast Ethernet Card 107 7.2 Modem Riser (optional 109 ASUS P3C-E User's Manual 5 BIOS SETUP 48 4.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS 48 4.1.1 Upon First Use of the Computer System 48 4.1.2 Updating BIOS Procedures 49 4.2 BIOS Setup Program 51 4.3 Main Menu 54 4.4 Advanced Menu 60 4.5 Power Menu 72 4.6 Boot Menu 77 4.7 Exit Menu...
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... and checklist Production information and specifications Intructions on setting up the motherboard. Intructions on setting up the BIOS Intructions on setting up the included software Reference material for (1) 5.25" and (2) 3.5" floppy disk drives (1) Bag of spare jumpers (1) Support drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard User's Manual ASUS DR2 DIMM riser (optional) ASUS S370 Series CPU card (optional) ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared module (optional) ASUS PCI-L101 Wake-On-LAN 10/100 ethernet card (optional) ASUS P3C-E User's Manual 7 1. INTRODUCTION 2. If you discover damaged...
... and checklist Production information and specifications Intructions on setting up the motherboard. Intructions on setting up the BIOS Intructions on setting up the included software Reference material for (1) 5.25" and (2) 3.5" floppy disk drives (1) Bag of spare jumpers (1) Support drivers and utilities (1) This Motherboard User's Manual ASUS DR2 DIMM riser (optional) ASUS S370 Series CPU card (optional) ASUS IrDA-compliant infrared module (optional) ASUS PCI-L101 Wake-On-LAN 10/100 ethernet card (optional) ASUS P3C-E User's Manual 7 1. INTRODUCTION 2. If you discover damaged...
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... option). • AGP Pro Slot: Supports the new Accelerated Graphics Port Pro card for high performance, component level interconnect targeted at 3D graphical applications using a 1X, 2X, or 4X mode bus. • UltraDMA/66 Support: Comes with an onboard PCI Bus Master IDE controller with support for the demanding PC user who wants advanced features processed by using an ASUS DR2 DIMM Riser (available separately as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM...
... option). • AGP Pro Slot: Supports the new Accelerated Graphics Port Pro card for high performance, component level interconnect targeted at 3D graphical applications using a 1X, 2X, or 4X mode bus. • UltraDMA/66 Support: Comes with an onboard PCI Bus Master IDE controller with support for the demanding PC user who wants advanced features processed by using an ASUS DR2 DIMM Riser (available separately as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM...
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... chassis' internal speaker to 133MB/ s maximum throughput.) • Low Pin Count (LPC) Multi-I/O: Provides two high-speed UART compatible serial ports and one parallel port with external peripherals, personal gadgets, or an optional remote controller. Hardware random number generator supports new security software for data protection and secured Internet transactions. • IrDA: Supports an optional infrared port module for wireless interface. • Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from COM2 to -use interface...
... chassis' internal speaker to 133MB/ s maximum throughput.) • Low Pin Count (LPC) Multi-I/O: Provides two high-speed UART compatible serial ports and one parallel port with external peripherals, personal gadgets, or an optional remote controller. Hardware random number generator supports new security software for data protection and secured Internet transactions. • IrDA: Supports an optional infrared port module for wireless interface. • Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from COM2 to -use interface...
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... the setting, pushing the power button for more than 4 seconds will give the user information on managing their computers from anywhere in the world. • Message LED (requires ACPI OS support): Message LEDs now act as Windows 98, Windows NT, and OS/2, require much more critical for future processors, so monitoring is in 3.8 External Connectors for RPM and failure. Suggestions will enter the Soft-Off mode. • Remote...
... the setting, pushing the power button for more than 4 seconds will give the user information on managing their computers from anywhere in the world. • Message LED (requires ACPI OS support): Message LEDs now act as Windows 98, Windows NT, and OS/2, require much more critical for future processors, so monitoring is in 3.8 External Connectors for RPM and failure. Suggestions will enter the Soft-Off mode. • Remote...
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... Motherboard Parts 2. FEATURES 2.2 Motherboard Parts See opposite page for locations. 1 ATX Power Connector for connection to an ATX power supply 2 CPU Slot 1 3 Intel 820 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) 4 RIMM Sockets 5 Intel I/O Controller Hub (ICH) 6 Primary and Secondary IDE Connectors 7 Four Mbit Firmware Hub (Programmable BIOS) 8 Low Pin Count (LPC) Multi-I/O Chipset 9 Floppy Disk Drive Connector 10 Feature Setting DIP Switches 11 ASUS ASIC with Hardware Monitor 12 PCI-to-ISA Bridge 13 Wake-On-Ring Connector 14 Wake-On-LAN Connector 15 ISA Slot (optional...
... Motherboard Parts 2. FEATURES 2.2 Motherboard Parts See opposite page for locations. 1 ATX Power Connector for connection to an ATX power supply 2 CPU Slot 1 3 Intel 820 Memory Controller Hub (MCH) 4 RIMM Sockets 5 Intel I/O Controller Hub (ICH) 6 Primary and Secondary IDE Connectors 7 Four Mbit Firmware Hub (Programmable BIOS) 8 Low Pin Count (LPC) Multi-I/O Chipset 9 Floppy Disk Drive Connector 10 Feature Setting DIP Switches 11 ASUS ASIC with Hardware Monitor 12 PCI-to-ISA Bridge 13 Wake-On-Ring Connector 14 Wake-On-LAN Connector 15 ISA Slot (optional...
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...; Mode (Enable/Disable) p.18 Audio COntroller Setting (Enable/Disable) p.19 Safe Mode Setting p.19 Automatic Timeout Reboot Setting p.20 CPU External Clock (BUS) Frequency Setting p.59 Clear RTC RAM Expansion Slots 1) RIMM0, RIMM1 p.22 184-Pin System Memory Support 2) CPU p.27 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 3) PCI1, PCI2, PCI3, PCI4, PCI5 p.34 32-bit PCI Bus Expansion Slots 4) AGPPRO p.36 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro) Slot Connectors 1) PS2KBMS p.38 PS/2 Mouse Connector (6-pin female) 2) PS2KBMS p.38 PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin female) 3) USB p.39 Universal Serial Bus...
...; Mode (Enable/Disable) p.18 Audio COntroller Setting (Enable/Disable) p.19 Safe Mode Setting p.19 Automatic Timeout Reboot Setting p.20 CPU External Clock (BUS) Frequency Setting p.59 Clear RTC RAM Expansion Slots 1) RIMM0, RIMM1 p.22 184-Pin System Memory Support 2) CPU p.27 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 3) PCI1, PCI2, PCI3, PCI4, PCI5 p.34 32-bit PCI Bus Expansion Slots 4) AGPPRO p.36 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro) Slot Connectors 1) PS2KBMS p.38 PS/2 Mouse Connector (6-pin female) 2) PS2KBMS p.38 PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin female) 3) USB p.39 Universal Serial Bus...
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...: • Check Motherboard Settings • Install Memory Modules • Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU) • Install Expansion Cards • Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply 3.4 Motherboard Settings WARNING! The example below shows all the switches in or remove the ATX power connector on your computer when working on the bag that the ATX power supply is switched off before handling computer components. Use a grounded wrist strap before you work on the motherboard. Frequency Selection...
...: • Check Motherboard Settings • Install Memory Modules • Install the Central Processing Unit (CPU) • Install Expansion Cards • Connect Ribbon Cables, Panel Wires, and Power Supply 3.4 Motherboard Settings WARNING! The example below shows all the switches in or remove the ATX power connector on your computer when working on the bag that the ATX power supply is switched off before handling computer components. Use a grounded wrist strap before you work on the motherboard. Frequency Selection...
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... AMR on model with onboard audio) This jumper allows you to OFF. HARDWARE SETUP 1) JumperFree™ Mode (JP22) This jumper allows you are using a PCI audio card, Onboard AC97 Audio Controller in 4.4.2 1/O Device Configuration must be disabled. NOTE: In JumperFree™ mode, all dip switches (DSW) must also be set to enable or disable the onboard 32-bit PCI audio controller (optional component). Setting Enable Disable JP2 [1-2] (default) [2-3] P3C-E JP2 1 2 3 Enable 1 2 3 Disable P3C-E Audio Controller Setting 18 ASUS P3C-E User's Manual Setting JP22 Enable...
... AMR on model with onboard audio) This jumper allows you to OFF. HARDWARE SETUP 1) JumperFree™ Mode (JP22) This jumper allows you are using a PCI audio card, Onboard AC97 Audio Controller in 4.4.2 1/O Device Configuration must be disabled. NOTE: In JumperFree™ mode, all dip switches (DSW) must also be set to enable or disable the onboard 32-bit PCI audio controller (optional component). Setting Enable Disable JP2 [1-2] (default) [2-3] P3C-E JP2 1 2 3 Enable 1 2 3 Disable P3C-E Audio Controller Setting 18 ASUS P3C-E User's Manual Setting JP22 Enable...
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HARDWARE SETUP 3) Safe Mode Setting (JP10) Usually socket 370 processors have locked frequency multiples. If this occurs, enable Safe Mode to force a multiple of 2 and 100MHz FSB to enter BIOS setup to Safe Mode so you may result in hanging during bootup, the motherboard will bring the system to correct the problem. However, if Safe Mode Setting (JP10) is possible through motherboard settings or BIOS setup. In this jumper to No...
HARDWARE SETUP 3) Safe Mode Setting (JP10) Usually socket 370 processors have locked frequency multiples. If this occurs, enable Safe Mode to force a multiple of 2 and 100MHz FSB to enter BIOS setup to Safe Mode so you may result in hanging during bootup, the motherboard will bring the system to correct the problem. However, if Safe Mode Setting (JP10) is possible through motherboard settings or BIOS setup. In this jumper to No...
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... ASUS P3C-E User's Manual Generally, an IRQ must be used . If your motherboard also has MIDI enabled, another IRQ will be exclusively assigned to both your motherboard has PCI audio onboard, an additional IRQ will make any necessary hardware or software settings for possible future use . shared - - Carefully align the card's connectors and press firmly. 4. Replace the computer system's cover. 6. Keep the bracket for your power supply when adding or removing expansion cards...
... ASUS P3C-E User's Manual Generally, an IRQ must be used . If your motherboard also has MIDI enabled, another IRQ will be exclusively assigned to both your motherboard has PCI audio onboard, an additional IRQ will make any necessary hardware or software settings for possible future use . shared - - Carefully align the card's connectors and press firmly. 4. Replace the computer system's cover. 6. Keep the bracket for your power supply when adding or removing expansion cards...
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... notch), make sure that the jumpers on this motherboard are being used by legacy cards. IMPORTANT: To avoid conflicts, reserve the necessary IRQs and DMAs for this motherboard use a DMA (Direct Memory Access) channel. BIOS SETUP. H/W SETUP Connectors PARALLEL PORT OPTIONAL 1 2 3 4 P3C-E Rib (inside slot) 20-pin bay P3C-E Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro) Slot Rib TOP VIEW 28-pin bay WARNING! 3. The PCI and PNP configuration of the BIOS Setup utility. For older legacy cards that require...
... notch), make sure that the jumpers on this motherboard are being used by legacy cards. IMPORTANT: To avoid conflicts, reserve the necessary IRQs and DMAs for this motherboard use a DMA (Direct Memory Access) channel. BIOS SETUP. H/W SETUP Connectors PARALLEL PORT OPTIONAL 1 2 3 4 P3C-E Rib (inside slot) 20-pin bay P3C-E Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP Pro) Slot Rib TOP VIEW 28-pin bay WARNING! 3. The PCI and PNP configuration of the BIOS Setup utility. For older legacy cards that require...
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... your jumper settings and connections or call your system user's manual. 4. NOTE: The message "You can press the ATX power switch after the system's if it has a power standby feature. Your monitor b. The LED on the chain) c. BIOS SETUP. * Powering Off your operating system. The power supply should turn off your operating system before switching OFF the power switch. 3. Connect the power cord into the power supply located on the screen. Your system power. Follow the instructions in some...
... your jumper settings and connections or call your system user's manual. 4. NOTE: The message "You can press the ATX power switch after the system's if it has a power standby feature. Your monitor b. The LED on the chain) c. BIOS SETUP. * Powering Off your operating system. The power supply should turn off your operating system before switching OFF the power switch. 3. Connect the power cord into the power supply located on the screen. Your system power. Follow the instructions in some...
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... be set to [User Type HDD] and the Translation Method field must be set to [User Type HDD]. NOTE: To make changes to this field. Maximum LBA Capacity This field shows the drive's maximum LBA capacity calculated automatically by the BIOS from the drive information you entered. Configuration options: [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] Ultra DMA Mode [Disabled] Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity for the drive. BIOS SETUP Master/Slave Drives ASUS P3C-E User's Manual 57...
... be set to [User Type HDD] and the Translation Method field must be set to [User Type HDD]. NOTE: To make changes to this field. Maximum LBA Capacity This field shows the drive's maximum LBA capacity calculated automatically by the BIOS from the drive information you entered. Configuration options: [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] Ultra DMA Mode [Disabled] Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity for the drive. BIOS SETUP Master/Slave Drives ASUS P3C-E User's Manual 57...
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... speed operation in 3.8 External Connectors. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2E0-2E8H] [3E0-3E8H] 4. BIOS SETUP I /O [Disabled] This field sets the address of the onboard Consumer IR connector. See IrDA-Compliant Infrared Module Connector in a two-way mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [EPP] [ECP] [ECP+EPP] ECP DMA Select [3] This field allows you to set the operation mode of the onboard parallel port connector. If your system already has a second serial port connected to support the infrared module connector...
... speed operation in 3.8 External Connectors. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2E0-2E8H] [3E0-3E8H] 4. BIOS SETUP I /O [Disabled] This field sets the address of the onboard Consumer IR connector. See IrDA-Compliant Infrared Module Connector in a two-way mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [EPP] [ECP] [ECP+EPP] ECP DMA Select [3] This field allows you to set the operation mode of the onboard parallel port connector. If your system already has a second serial port connected to support the infrared module connector...
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...]. BIOS SETUP PCI Configuration 68 ASUS P3C-E User's Manual 4. BIOS SETUP PCI/PNP ISA IRQ Resource Exclusion IRQ XX Used By ISA These fields indicate whether or not the displayed IRQ for that requires IRQ 10, then set the field for each field is being used by a legacy (non-PnP) ISA card. [N0/ICU] indicates either that the displayed IRQ is not used or that ISA Configuration Utility (ICU...
...]. BIOS SETUP PCI Configuration 68 ASUS P3C-E User's Manual 4. BIOS SETUP PCI/PNP ISA IRQ Resource Exclusion IRQ XX Used By ISA These fields indicate whether or not the displayed IRQ for that requires IRQ 10, then set the field for each field is being used by a legacy (non-PnP) ISA card. [N0/ICU] indicates either that the displayed IRQ is not used or that ISA Configuration Utility (ICU...
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...-RAM state, all devices on the computer are turned OFF, except for monitor power management. If the power supply meets the requirement, the STR function will be disabled. Configuration options: [Soft off ], the ATX switch can supply at least 720mA on the default setting [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1 Min] [2 Min] [3 Min]...[15 Min] Suspend-to-RAM Capability [Disabled] Suspend-to have a dual function where pressing less than 4 seconds will not display with [Blank Screen...
...-RAM state, all devices on the computer are turned OFF, except for monitor power management. If the power supply meets the requirement, the STR function will be disabled. Configuration options: [Soft off ], the ATX switch can supply at least 720mA on the default setting [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [1 Min] [2 Min] [3 Min]...[15 Min] Suspend-to-RAM Capability [Disabled] Suspend-to have a dual function where pressing less than 4 seconds will not display with [Blank Screen...
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...: Installs a program to run D:\ASSETUP.EXE (assuming that your BIOS or download a BIOS image file. 82 P3C-E User's Manual The LANDesk Client Manager must be installed to use the hardware manager features. • INF Update Utility for Intel 820 Chipset: Installs INF files in Windows for the following items: System and Graphics, LPC Interface, SM Bus, PCI Bridge, Bus Master IDE, USB Host, and Controllers. • Install YAMAHA XG Audio Driver (Optional): Installs the drivers and utilities needed to...
...: Installs a program to run D:\ASSETUP.EXE (assuming that your BIOS or download a BIOS image file. 82 P3C-E User's Manual The LANDesk Client Manager must be installed to use the hardware manager features. • INF Update Utility for Intel 820 Chipset: Installs INF files in Windows for the following items: System and Graphics, LPC Interface, SM Bus, PCI Bridge, Bus Master IDE, USB Host, and Controllers. • Install YAMAHA XG Audio Driver (Optional): Installs the drivers and utilities needed to...
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... HOST connector is connected to the serial port of another manufacturer Driver to the owner's manual for your disk. Tone generator used Soft Synthesizer S-YG20 Soft Synthesizer S-YG50 External YAMAHA tone generator (MU80 or MU50 etc.) External tone generator of your tone generator. 6. Does not start • Do you have the required hardware, such as hard disk and memory? • Do you have the required software, such...
... HOST connector is connected to the serial port of another manufacturer Driver to the owner's manual for your disk. Tone generator used Soft Synthesizer S-YG20 Soft Synthesizer S-YG50 External YAMAHA tone generator (MU80 or MU50 etc.) External tone generator of your tone generator. 6. Does not start • Do you have the required hardware, such as hard disk and memory? • Do you have the required software, such...
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... drive E:) for the MR and communication software. Enter the path E:\Modem\Win98 (assuming that came with the modem, responses will automatically detect the modem and display a "PCI Card" message under "Add New Hardware Found". 3. Select your computer to automatically set the optimal configurations for the MR driver. 5. Click More Info.... It allows your country and language. Follow the procedure below to Settings, click Control Panel...
... drive E:) for the MR and communication software. Enter the path E:\Modem\Win98 (assuming that came with the modem, responses will automatically detect the modem and display a "PCI Card" message under "Add New Hardware Found". 3. Select your computer to automatically set the optimal configurations for the MR driver. 5. Click More Info.... It allows your country and language. Follow the procedure below to Settings, click Control Panel...