Asus A7N8X-VM 400 Manual de usuario
Motherboard
A7N8X-VM/400
User Guide
ii
Checklist
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Revised edition V2
February 2005
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Features
Contents
Notices ............................................................................................v
Safety information ..........................................................................vi
About this guide............................................................................. vii
A7N8X-VM/400 specification summary........................................ viii
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Special features.................................................................. 1-2
1.4 Motherboard components .................................................. 1-4
1.5 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 1-7
1.6 Motherboard installation ..................................................... 1-8
1.6.1 Placement direction ............................................... 1-8
1.6.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-8
1.7 Before you proceed ............................................................ 1-9
1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU)......................................... 1-10
1.9 System memory ................................................................1-11
1.10 Expansion slots ................................................................ 1-12
1.10.1 Configuring an expansion card ............................ 1-12
1.10.2 Standard Interrupt Assignments .......................... 1-12
1.10.3 AGP slot............................................................... 1-13
1.10.4 PCI slots .............................................................. 1-13
1.11 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-14
1.12 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-16
Chapter 2: BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ............................. 2-2
2.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS ............. 2-3
2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS ...................... 2-4
2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 2-5
2.1.5 ASUS Update ........................................................ 2-6
2.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-8
2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-8
2.2.2 Legend bar............................................................. 2-9
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Contents
2.3 Main menu........................................................................ 2-10
2.3.1 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave ...........2-11
2.3.2 System Information .............................................. 2-12
2.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 2-13
2.4.1 Chipset................................................................. 2-13
2.4.2 Onboard Devices Configuration........................... 2-14
2.4.3 PCIPnP ................................................................ 2-16
2.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 2-18
2.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 2-18
2.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-20
2.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 2-21
2.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 2-21
2.6.2 Security ................................................................ 2-23
2.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 2-25
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 Installing 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 ................................................................... 3-4
3.2.4 ASUS contact information...................................... 3-5
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
•To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
•When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the
existing system before you add a device.
•Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
•Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
•Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
•If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
•Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully
read all the manuals that came with the package.
•Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
•To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
•Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
•Place the product on a stable surface.
•If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this guide.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact
information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
About this guide
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying
to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
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A7N8X-VM/400 s ecifications summary
(continued next page)
SocketAforAMDAthlon™XP 2700 MHz+ processors
NVIDIA
®
nForce2 IGP North bridge
NVIDIA
®
nForce2 MCP South bridge
400/333/266 MHz
2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets support up to maximum 2 GB
unbuffered PC2700/2100 non-ECC DDR SDRAM memory.
Dual-channel memory architecture
3 x PCI
1 x AGP 8X (1.5V only)
2 x UltraDMA133
Integrated GeForce4 MX GPU
Supports DVI (AGP-NV-DVI) and TV-out (AV/S) cards
Realtek ALC650 6-channel audio CODEC
S/PDIF in/out interface
Realtek 8201BL 10/100 Mbps LAN PHY
Super I/O integrated monitoring of CPU/chassis fan rotation
and MB/CPU temperature
1 x Parallel
1 x Serial (COM1)
1 x PS/2 Keyboard
1 x PS/2 Mouse
1 x RJ45 port
1 x Audio I/O
1 x VGA port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1
1 x USB connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports
CPU/chassis FAN connectors
Chassis intrusion connector
20-pin ATX power connector
PANEL connector
CD/AUX connectors
S/PDIF in/out connector
GAME/MIDI connector
TV-out connector
Serial (COM2) connector
Front panel audio connector
CPU
Chipset
Front Side Bus
Memory
Expansion slots
Storage
Graphics
Audio
LAN
Hardware monitoring
Rear panel ports
Internal connectors
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BIOS features
Industry standard
Manageability
Support CD contents
Accessories
Form Factor
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
4 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, ACPI, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, Green,
PnP, TCAV, SMBIOS 2.3 ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo2
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0
DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME,
WO_USB, WO_KB/MS
Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS Update
ASUS Screen Saver
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Anti-Virus Utility
ASUS A7N8X-VM/400 series support CD
UltraDMA133 cable
FDD cable
I/O shield
User guide
Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in
A7N8X-VM/400 s ecifications summary
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