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Safeguards Contents 2.4.3 Integrated Peripherals 2-18 2.4.4 Power Management Setup 2-20 2.4.5 PnP / PCI Configurations 2-22 2.5 Security Menu 2-23 2.6 Hardware Monitor Menu 2-24 2.7 Exit Menu 2-26 Chapter 3: Starting Up 3.1 Install an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-3 3.2.4 ASUS Contact Information 3-4 iv
Safeguards Contents 2.4.3 Integrated Peripherals 2-18 2.4.4 Power Management Setup 2-20 2.4.5 PnP / PCI Configurations 2-22 2.5 Security Menu 2-23 2.6 Hardware Monitor Menu 2-24 2.7 Exit Menu 2-26 Chapter 3: Starting Up 3.1 Install an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-3 3.2.4 ASUS Contact Information 3-4 iv
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Manageability DMI 2.0, WOL, WOR, Chassis Intrusion, SM Bus Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Anti-virus utility ASUS LiveUpdate utility Accessories User's manual Support CD 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable FDD cable 9-pin COM cable (optional) 2-port USB/Game port bracket (optional) I/O shield Form Factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in * Specifications are subject to change without notice. x A7N8X-X specifications summary BIOS features 2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, DMI, Green Industry standard PCI 2.2, USB 1.1/2.0.
Manageability DMI 2.0, WOL, WOR, Chassis Intrusion, SM Bus Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Anti-virus utility ASUS LiveUpdate utility Accessories User's manual Support CD 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable FDD cable 9-pin COM cable (optional) 2-port USB/Game port bracket (optional) I/O shield Form Factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in * Specifications are subject to change without notice. x A7N8X-X specifications summary BIOS features 2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, DMI, Green Industry standard PCI 2.2, USB 1.1/2.0.
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... from the hard drive. If you encounter problems while updating the new BIOS, DO NOT turn off the system because this happens, call the ASUS service center for support. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup If the Flash Memory Writer utility is not able to successfully update a complete BIOS file,... motherboard, check the last four numbers of the code displayed on the upper left-hand corner of the original motherboard BIOS along with certain memory drivers that may be operated from the ROOT directory. for example: type, "COPY A:\AWDFLASH.EXE C:\" and "COPY A:\BIOSNAME.BIN C:\. Type FORMAT A:/S at ...
... from the hard drive. If you encounter problems while updating the new BIOS, DO NOT turn off the system because this happens, call the ASUS service center for support. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup If the Flash Memory Writer utility is not able to successfully update a complete BIOS file,... motherboard, check the last four numbers of the code displayed on the upper left-hand corner of the original motherboard BIOS along with certain memory drivers that may be operated from the ROOT directory. for example: type, "COPY A:\AWDFLASH.EXE C:\" and "COPY A:\BIOSNAME.BIN C:\. Type FORMAT A:/S at ...
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by default, the system boots up on the hard disk driver if the floppy drive is not present. by default, the system boots up on the LS120 if the flopyy and hard disk drive are not ...
by default, the system boots up on the hard disk driver if the floppy drive is not present. by default, the system boots up on the LS120 if the flopyy and hard disk drive are not ...
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Chapter 3 This chapter helps you power up your system and install drivers and utilities that came with the support CD. Starting Up ASUS A7N8X-X Motherboard 3-1
Chapter 3 This chapter helps you power up your system and install drivers and utilities that came with the support CD. Starting Up ASUS A7N8X-X Motherboard 3-1
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... 3-2 Chapter 3: Starting-Up 3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP operating system (OS). Visit the ASUS website for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your OS documentation for general ...CD to display more information. 3.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. Click an item to install Click an icon to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder....
... 3-2 Chapter 3: Starting-Up 3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP operating system (OS). Visit the ASUS website for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your OS documentation for general ...CD to display more information. 3.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. Click an item to install Click an icon to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder....
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... and install the Win98 QFE drivers. ASUS A7N8X-X Motherboard 3-3 USB 2.0 Driver This item installs the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) driver. ASUS PC Probe Install utility that the motherboard supports. NVIDIA nForce Driver This item installs the NVIDIA nForce set of drivers. Microsoft DirectX Driver This item installs the Microsoft DirectX driver. Install the necessary drivers to specific operating system versions...
... and install the Win98 QFE drivers. ASUS A7N8X-X Motherboard 3-3 USB 2.0 Driver This item installs the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) driver. ASUS PC Probe Install utility that the motherboard supports. NVIDIA nForce Driver This item installs the NVIDIA nForce set of drivers. Microsoft DirectX Driver This item installs the Microsoft DirectX driver. Install the necessary drivers to specific operating system versions...
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Contents Safeguards 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.4.3 Integrated Peripherals ...2-18 2.4.4 Power Management Setup ...2-20 2.4.5 PnP / PCI Configurations ...2-22 Security Menu ...2-23 Hardware Monitor Menu ...2-24 Exit Menu ...2-26 Chapter 3: Starting Up 3.1 3.2 Install an operating system ...3-2 Support CD information ...3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD ...3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu ...3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu ...3-3 3.2.4 ASUS Contact Information ...3-4 iv
Contents Safeguards 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.4.3 Integrated Peripherals ...2-18 2.4.4 Power Management Setup ...2-20 2.4.5 PnP / PCI Configurations ...2-22 Security Menu ...2-23 Hardware Monitor Menu ...2-24 Exit Menu ...2-26 Chapter 3: Starting Up 3.1 3.2 Install an operating system ...3-2 Support CD information ...3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD ...3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu ...3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu ...3-3 3.2.4 ASUS Contact Information ...3-4 iv
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DMI 2.0, WOL, WOR, Chassis Intrusion, SM Bus Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Trend Microtm PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software ASUS LiveUpdate Utility User's manual Support CD 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable FDD cable 9-pin COM cable (optional) 2-port USB/Game port bracket (optional) I/O shield ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in Accessories Form Factor * Specifications are subject to change without notice. x A7N8X-X specifications summary BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Support CD contents 2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, DMI, Green PCI 2.2, USB 1.1/2.0.
DMI 2.0, WOL, WOR, Chassis Intrusion, SM Bus Device drivers ASUS PC Probe Trend Microtm PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software ASUS LiveUpdate Utility User's manual Support CD 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable FDD cable 9-pin COM cable (optional) 2-port USB/Game port bracket (optional) I/O shield ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in Accessories Form Factor * Specifications are subject to change without notice. x A7N8X-X specifications summary BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Support CD contents 2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, DMI, Green PCI 2.2, USB 1.1/2.0.
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...create a bootable system disk. If you encounter problems while updating the new BIOS, DO NOT turn off the system because this happens, call the ASUS service center for support. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup Type COPY D:\SOFTWARE\AWDFLASH\AWDFLASH.EXE A:\ (assuming D is your CD-ROM drive) to ... motherboard, check the last four numbers of the code displayed on the upper left-hand corner of the original motherboard BIOS along with certain memory drivers that may be operated from the floppy disk. for example: type, "COPY A:\AWDFLASH.EXE C:\" and "COPY A:\BIOSNAME.BIN C:\. 2.1 Managing and ...
...create a bootable system disk. If you encounter problems while updating the new BIOS, DO NOT turn off the system because this happens, call the ASUS service center for support. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup Type COPY D:\SOFTWARE\AWDFLASH\AWDFLASH.EXE A:\ (assuming D is your CD-ROM drive) to ... motherboard, check the last four numbers of the code displayed on the upper left-hand corner of the original motherboard BIOS along with certain memory drivers that may be operated from the floppy disk. for example: type, "COPY A:\AWDFLASH.EXE C:\" and "COPY A:\BIOSNAME.BIN C:\. 2.1 Managing and ...
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... priority devices. by default, the system boots up the Power On Self Test (POST) routine by default, the system boots up on the hard disk driver if the floppy drive is not present. Configuration options: [Floppy] [LS120] [HDD-0] [HDD-1] [HDD-2] [HDD-3] [SCSI] [CDROM] [ZIP100] [LAN] [Disabled] Boot Other Device [Enabled] By...
... priority devices. by default, the system boots up the Power On Self Test (POST) routine by default, the system boots up on the hard disk driver if the floppy drive is not present. Configuration options: [Floppy] [LS120] [HDD-0] [HDD-1] [HDD-2] [HDD-3] [SCSI] [CDROM] [ZIP100] [LAN] [Disabled] Boot Other Device [Enabled] By...
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ASUS A7N8X-X Motherboard Starting Up 3-1 Chapter 3 This chapter helps you power up your system and install drivers and utilities that came with the support CD.
ASUS A7N8X-X Motherboard Starting Up 3-1 Chapter 3 This chapter helps you power up your system and install drivers and utilities that came with the support CD.
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...OS documentation for more information. 3.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. The contents of the support CD are subject to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder.... for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your hardware. Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of the support ...
...OS documentation for more information. 3.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. The contents of the support CD are subject to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder.... for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your hardware. Visit the ASUS website for general reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of the support ...
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... the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) driver. ASUS Update Installs utility to load the installation wizard and install the Win98 QFE drivers. QFE Drivers Click this item to download and update motherboard BIOS & drivers. Microsoft DirectX 8.1 Driver This item installs the Microsoft V8.1 driver. Some menu items appear only to activate the devices. ASUS PC Probe Install utility that...
... the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) driver. ASUS Update Installs utility to load the installation wizard and install the Win98 QFE drivers. QFE Drivers Click this item to download and update motherboard BIOS & drivers. Microsoft DirectX 8.1 Driver This item installs the Microsoft V8.1 driver. Some menu items appear only to activate the devices. ASUS PC Probe Install utility that...