U8598 user's manual
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...new generation power for x8 and 16 devices. 3.Max of 3 Double-Sided DDR with unbuffered / Registered (with 1.5V). VIA VT8754 (P4X400)/ VT8235. 2.I/O Chip - DRAM Memory: 1.Supports 266MHz, 333MHz and 400MHz DDR devices. 2.Supports 64Mb, 128Mb, 256Mb, 512Mb and 1G technologies for high-end workstations and servers. Speed: 1.Runing at 400...The 33MHz 32 bit PCI 2.2 compliant. 4.The 66MHz AGP 2.0 compliant interface supports 1x, 2x, 4x and 8x data transfer mode (only with ECC). 4.The largest memory capacity is 12 GB. 2 Features Introduction 1-1. Mainboard Features Mainboard Features 1.
...new generation power for x8 and 16 devices. 3.Max of 3 Double-Sided DDR with unbuffered / Registered (with 1.5V). VIA VT8754 (P4X400)/ VT8235. 2.I/O Chip - DRAM Memory: 1.Supports 266MHz, 333MHz and 400MHz DDR devices. 2.Supports 64Mb, 128Mb, 256Mb, 512Mb and 1G technologies for high-end workstations and servers. Speed: 1.Runing at 400...The 33MHz 32 bit PCI 2.2 compliant. 4.The 66MHz AGP 2.0 compliant interface supports 1x, 2x, 4x and 8x data transfer mode (only with ECC). 4.The largest memory capacity is 12 GB. 2 Features Introduction 1-1. Mainboard Features Mainboard Features 1.
U8598 user's manual
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... mode hard disk controller supporting four Enhanced IDE devices. 2.Transfer rate up to 133MB/sec to 15 minutes. 3.Wakes from power saving sleep mode with a memory controller providing shadow RAM and support for SFF-8038i rev.1.0 and Windows-95 compliant. 7.Full scatter gather capability. 8.Support ATAPI compliant devices including DVD devices...
... mode hard disk controller supporting four Enhanced IDE devices. 2.Transfer rate up to 133MB/sec to 15 minutes. 3.Wakes from power saving sleep mode with a memory controller providing shadow RAM and support for SFF-8038i rev.1.0 and Windows-95 compliant. 7.Full scatter gather capability. 8.Support ATAPI compliant devices including DVD devices...
U8598 user's manual
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Operating System: Offers the highest performance for ATX Case (Optional). 6.Fully Setup Driver CD. 7.IEEE1394 Cable (Optional). 8.Serial ATA Cable (Optional). 8 Package Contents 1.HDD Cable. 2.FDD Cable. 3.Flash Memory Writer for BIOS Update. 4.USB Cable (Optional). 5.Rear I/O Panel for MS-DOS, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP, Novell, LINUX, and SCO UNIX etc. 1-3. BIOS & Software 1.Award legal BIOS. 2.Supports APM1.2. 3.Supports USB Function. 4.Supports ACPI. Mainboard Features 1-2.
Operating System: Offers the highest performance for ATX Case (Optional). 6.Fully Setup Driver CD. 7.IEEE1394 Cable (Optional). 8.Serial ATA Cable (Optional). 8 Package Contents 1.HDD Cable. 2.FDD Cable. 3.Flash Memory Writer for BIOS Update. 4.USB Cable (Optional). 5.Rear I/O Panel for MS-DOS, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP, Novell, LINUX, and SCO UNIX etc. 1-3. BIOS & Software 1.Award legal BIOS. 2.Supports APM1.2. 3.Supports USB Function. 4.Supports ACPI. Mainboard Features 1-2.
U8598 user's manual
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... with unbuffer DIMMs (Only for reference) DIMM Socket Location DDR Module Total Memory Size (MB) DIMM 1 64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB *1 Max is DIMM 2 64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB 3GB *1 DIMM 3 64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB *1 List of ...
... with unbuffer DIMMs (Only for reference) DIMM Socket Location DDR Module Total Memory Size (MB) DIMM 1 64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB *1 Max is DIMM 2 64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB 3GB *1 DIMM 3 64MB/128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB *1 List of ...
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Insert the DIMM memory modules into the socket at a 90-degree angle then push down vertically so that it will fit into the slot in place. 24 Mainboard Features 5-2. DIMM Module Configuration 1. The DIMM socket has a "Plastic Safety Tab" and the DIMM memory module has an asymmetrical notch", so the DIMM memory module can only fit into place. 3. The Mounting Holes and plastic tabs should fit over the edge and hold the DIMM memory modules in one direction. 2. Push the tabs out.
Insert the DIMM memory modules into the socket at a 90-degree angle then push down vertically so that it will fit into the slot in place. 24 Mainboard Features 5-2. DIMM Module Configuration 1. The DIMM socket has a "Plastic Safety Tab" and the DIMM memory module has an asymmetrical notch", so the DIMM memory module can only fit into place. 3. The Mounting Holes and plastic tabs should fit over the edge and hold the DIMM memory modules in one direction. 2. Push the tabs out.
U8598 BIOS setup guide
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... supports the Plug and Play Version 1.0A specification. ESCD (Extended System Configuration Data) write is a custom version of configuring your computer system's ROM (Read Only Memory) is supported. APM Support These AWARD BIOS supports Version 1.1&1.2 of the EPA Green PC specification. Power to modify the basic system configuration. The rest of...
... supports the Plug and Play Version 1.0A specification. ESCD (Extended System Configuration Data) write is a custom version of configuring your computer system's ROM (Read Only Memory) is supported. APM Support These AWARD BIOS supports Version 1.1&1.2 of the EPA Green PC specification. Power to modify the basic system configuration. The rest of...
U8598 BIOS setup guide
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... before proceeding. Save & Exit Setup Save all changes made during the current session and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all configuration changes to CMOS(memory) and exit setup. If the Supervisor Password is set and the User Password is not set , the "User" will only be able to view configurations...
... before proceeding. Save & Exit Setup Save all changes made during the current session and exit setup. Exit Without Saving Abandon all configuration changes to CMOS(memory) and exit setup. If the Supervisor Password is set and the User Password is not set , the "User" will only be able to view configurations...
U8598 BIOS setup guide
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Press to enter the sub menu of detailed options. Select the default video device. Item Halt On Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory Options All Errors No Errors All, but Keyboard All, but Diskette All, but Disk/ Key N/A N/A N/A Description Select the situation in which you want the ...BIOS to enter the sub menu of conventional memory detected during boot up . Options are in None EGA/VGA CGA 40 CGA 80 MONO Description Set the system date. Press to enter the sub...
Press to enter the sub menu of detailed options. Select the default video device. Item Halt On Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory Options All Errors No Errors All, but Keyboard All, but Diskette All, but Disk/ Key N/A N/A N/A Description Select the situation in which you want the ...BIOS to enter the sub menu of conventional memory detected during boot up . Options are in None EGA/VGA CGA 40 CGA 80 MONO Description Set the system date. Press to enter the sub...
U8598 BIOS setup guide
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... an attempt is used to the boot sector, BIOS will display a warning message on the CPU/chipset in use, you may be able to increase memory access time with this option. Advanced BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Virus Warning This option allows you to choose the VIRUS Warning feature that is made...
... an attempt is used to the boot sector, BIOS will display a warning message on the CPU/chipset in use, you may be able to increase memory access time with this option. Advanced BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Virus Warning This option allows you to choose the VIRUS Warning feature that is made...
U8598 BIOS setup guide
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... Utility. Enabled (default) Optional ROM is disabled. Summary Screen Show This item allows you hold the key down , the keystroke will enable only individuals with memory exceeding 64MB. The Choices: 250 (default), 500,750,1000. Disabled Optional ROM is enabled. The Choices: Disabled (default), Enabled. - 10 -
... Utility. Enabled (default) Optional ROM is disabled. Summary Screen Show This item allows you hold the key down , the keystroke will enable only individuals with memory exceeding 64MB. The Choices: 250 (default), 500,750,1000. Disabled Optional ROM is enabled. The Choices: Disabled (default), Enabled. - 10 -
U8598 BIOS setup guide
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... with the PCI bus. Advanced Chipset Setup DRAM Clock/ Drive Control To control the Clock. If you highlight the literal "Press Enter" next to system memory resources, such as DRAM and external cache. The Choices: 100MHz, 133MHz, By SPD (default). - 11 - This chipset manages bus speeds and access to the "DRAM...
... with the PCI bus. Advanced Chipset Setup DRAM Clock/ Drive Control To control the Clock. If you highlight the literal "Press Enter" next to system memory resources, such as DRAM and external cache. The Choices: 100MHz, 133MHz, By SPD (default). - 11 - This chipset manages bus speeds and access to the "DRAM...
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... take you to activate command. Bank Interleave This item allows you a submenu with the following options: AGP Aperture Size Select the size of the PCI memory address range dedicated for - 12 - The Choices: 2T, 3T (default). DRAM Burst Len The Choices: 4 (default), 8. SDRAM CAS Latency When DRAM is a portion of the...
... take you to activate command. Bank Interleave This item allows you a submenu with the following options: AGP Aperture Size Select the size of the PCI memory address range dedicated for - 12 - The Choices: 2T, 3T (default). DRAM Burst Len The Choices: 4 (default), 8. SDRAM CAS Latency When DRAM is a portion of the...
U8598 BIOS setup guide
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... cycles that it will take you to four Dwords of data. The Choices: Auto (default), Manual. The Choices: Enabled (default), Disabled. - 13 - BIOS Setup graphics memory address space. The Choices: Disabled (default), Enabled. The Choices: 64M (default), 256M, 128M, 32M, 16M, 8M, 4M. AGP Mode This item allows you a submenu with...
... cycles that it will take you to four Dwords of data. The Choices: Auto (default), Manual. The Choices: Enabled (default), Disabled. - 13 - BIOS Setup graphics memory address space. The Choices: Disabled (default), Enabled. The Choices: 64M (default), 256M, 128M, 32M, 16M, 8M, 4M. AGP Mode This item allows you a submenu with...
U8598 BIOS setup guide
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...ROM at F0000h-FFFFFh which can reserve an area of the video RAM, resulting in system errors. However, any program writes to this memory area, a system error may result. However, if any programs writing to this area of the peripheral you can improve system performance. ...Thermal The Choices: 16Min (default), 4Min, 8Min, 32Min. - 14 - The Choices: Disabled, Enabled (default). Refer to the user documentation of memory will cause conflicts and result in better system performance. Video RAM Cacheable Enabling this area is reserved , it cannot be cached. VLink 8X Support The...
...ROM at F0000h-FFFFFh which can reserve an area of the video RAM, resulting in system errors. However, any program writes to this memory area, a system error may result. However, if any programs writing to this area of the peripheral you can improve system performance. ...Thermal The Choices: 16Min (default), 4Min, 8Min, 32Min. - 14 - The Choices: Disabled, Enabled (default). Refer to the user documentation of memory will cause conflicts and result in better system performance. Video RAM Cacheable Enabling this area is reserved , it cannot be cached. VLink 8X Support The...
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... update ESCDs and then is assigned to the PCI Bus or provides for add-on cards. Be sure that a resource is automatically set to the memory locations. The system needs to record and update ESCD to the "Disabled" mode. If the Disabled (default) option is chosen, the system's ESCD will need...
... update ESCDs and then is assigned to the PCI Bus or provides for add-on cards. Be sure that a resource is automatically set to the memory locations. The system needs to record and update ESCD to the "Disabled" mode. If the Disabled (default) option is chosen, the system's ESCD will need...
U8598 compatibility test report
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CONTENTS PRODUCT INFORMATION 4 Motherboard General Information 4 Chipset Details...4 BIOS Details...4 CPU Supports...4 Memory Supports 4 On-board Features and Devices 4 Mechanical...5 DESIGN REVIEW 0.91 7 Mainboard Voltage Measurement 7 Bus Clock ...7 DESIGN REVIEW Ver1.1 8 Mainboard Voltage Measurement 8 Bus Clock ...8 REQUIRED BIOS ...
CONTENTS PRODUCT INFORMATION 4 Motherboard General Information 4 Chipset Details...4 BIOS Details...4 CPU Supports...4 Memory Supports 4 On-board Features and Devices 4 Mechanical...5 DESIGN REVIEW 0.91 7 Mainboard Voltage Measurement 7 Bus Clock ...7 DESIGN REVIEW Ver1.1 8 Mainboard Voltage Measurement 8 Bus Clock ...8 REQUIRED BIOS ...
U8598 compatibility test report
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...-ROM...40 Camera Device...40 DVD-ROM ...41 Display Card...41 FDD ...42 HDD ...42 Joystick ...44 Keyboard ...44 LAN Card...44 LAN HUB...45 Memory ...45 Modem Card...46 Mouse...46 Monitor ...47 Power Supply ...47 Printer...47 Scanner ...48 SCSI Card ...48 Sound Card ...48 USB HUB & USB 2.0 DEVICE...
...-ROM...40 Camera Device...40 DVD-ROM ...41 Display Card...41 FDD ...42 HDD ...42 Joystick ...44 Keyboard ...44 LAN Card...44 LAN HUB...45 Memory ...45 Modem Card...46 Mouse...46 Monitor ...47 Power Supply ...47 Printer...47 Scanner ...48 SCSI Card ...48 Sound Card ...48 USB HUB & USB 2.0 DEVICE...
U8598 compatibility test report
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...Bus Max =100MHZ Max =133MHZ Comments: Socket 478 Intel celeron Max =2200Mhz Max =100MHZ Memory Supports Maximum Memory Support Number of Memory Slots Type of Shared Slots On-board Features and Devices !2 !3 !4 "5 ! 1 !... 2 ! 3 ! 4 " None ! RDRAM " DDR RAM ! Yes " No " 1 ! RIMM . ! Yes " No " Yes ! AMI " Award ! No ! Yes " No ! Phoenix ! PRODUCT INFORMATION Motherboard General Information Vendor Biostar Model Number Version Number Platform U8598...
...Bus Max =100MHZ Max =133MHZ Comments: Socket 478 Intel celeron Max =2200Mhz Max =100MHZ Memory Supports Maximum Memory Support Number of Memory Slots Type of Shared Slots On-board Features and Devices !2 !3 !4 "5 ! 1 !... 2 ! 3 ! 4 " None ! RDRAM " DDR RAM ! Yes " No " 1 ! RIMM . ! Yes " No " Yes ! AMI " Award ! No ! Yes " No ! Phoenix ! PRODUCT INFORMATION Motherboard General Information Vendor Biostar Model Number Version Number Platform U8598...
U8598 compatibility test report
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... Enter Pass CPU to PCI Write Buffer Enabled Pass PCI Master 0 WS Write Enabled Pass PCI Delay Transaction Enabled Pass VLink 8X Support Disabled Pass Memory Hole Disabled Pass System BIOS Cacheable Disabled Pass Delay Prior to Thermal 16 Min Pass NB Power Management Enabled Pass POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP ACPI function...
... Enter Pass CPU to PCI Write Buffer Enabled Pass PCI Master 0 WS Write Enabled Pass PCI Delay Transaction Enabled Pass VLink 8X Support Disabled Pass Memory Hole Disabled Pass System BIOS Cacheable Disabled Pass Delay Prior to Thermal 16 Min Pass NB Power Management Enabled Pass POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP ACPI function...
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...Windows XP Home Edition Windows XP Professional Linux (Red Hat 8.0) Basic On-board Function Test Test Platform CPU MS-DOS Operating Pentium4 _ 2.0G Memory SAMSUNG 256M X 2 HDD Maxtor 80G 6Y080L0 CDROM Sound Card DVD-ROM PIONEER 16X Onboard Video Card MSI G4Ti4600 LAN Card Intel 82557 Test Item... Clear CMOS with Jumper Cold Boot (Power Turn on ) CMOS Load Default Setup Memory Size Counter Check BIOS Lock Function Warm Boot (HW/SW Reset) System Configuration Review (CPU Type/Cache/SDRAM/HDD...) Power Fail Function Test...
...Windows XP Home Edition Windows XP Professional Linux (Red Hat 8.0) Basic On-board Function Test Test Platform CPU MS-DOS Operating Pentium4 _ 2.0G Memory SAMSUNG 256M X 2 HDD Maxtor 80G 6Y080L0 CDROM Sound Card DVD-ROM PIONEER 16X Onboard Video Card MSI G4Ti4600 LAN Card Intel 82557 Test Item... Clear CMOS with Jumper Cold Boot (Power Turn on ) CMOS Load Default Setup Memory Size Counter Check BIOS Lock Function Warm Boot (HW/SW Reset) System Configuration Review (CPU Type/Cache/SDRAM/HDD...) Power Fail Function Test...