Asus P4G8X Manual de usuario
Motherboard
P4G8X series
P4G8X Deluxe
P4G8X
User Guide
NOTE
The IEEE 1394, Gigabit LAN, SATA/RAID, and POST
Reporter features are present in P4G8X Deluxe
models only.
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Checklist
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E1133
First Edition
November 2002
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Features
Contents
FCC/CDC statements..................................................................... vi
Safety information ......................................................................... vii
About this guide............................................................................ viii
How this guide is organized ................................................ viii
Conventions used in this guide .............................................ix
Where to find more information .............................................ix
ASUS contact information ...............................................................x
P4G8X series specifications summary...........................................xi
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents............................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features.................................................................. 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights .................................................. 1-2
1.3.2 Value-added solutions............................................ 1-5
1.4 Motherboard overview........................................................ 1-6
1.4.1 Major components ................................................. 1-6
1.4.2 Core specifications ................................................ 1-8
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Motherboard installation ..................................................... 2-1
2.1.1 Placement direction ............................................... 2-1
2.1.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard layouts........................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 P4G8X Deluxe ....................................................... 2-2
2.2.2 P4G8X ................................................................... 2-3
2.3 Before you proceed ............................................................ 2-4
2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 2-5
2.4.1 Overview ................................................................ 2-5
2.4.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 2-6
2.4.3 Installing the heatsink and fan ............................... 2-8
2.4.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable ............................ 2-10
2.5 System memory ................................................................2-11
2.5.1 Overview ...............................................................2-11
2.5.2 Memory configurations ........................................ 2-12
2.5.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................. 2-13
2.5.4 Removing a DIMM ............................................... 2-13
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Safeguards
Contents
2.6 Expansion slots ................................................................ 2-14
2.6.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 2-14
2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card ............................ 2-14
2.6.3 PCI slots .............................................................. 2-16
2.6.4 AGP Pro slot ........................................................ 2-16
2.7 Jumpers............................................................................ 2-17
2.8 Connectors ....................................................................... 2-19
Chapter 3: Powering up
3.1 Starting up for the first time ................................................ 3-1
3.2 Vocal POST Messages ...................................................... 3-2
3.3 Powering off the computer ................................................. 3-4
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 4-1
4.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS ....................... 4-3
4.1.3 CrashFree BIOS feature ........................................ 4-7
4.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 4-8
4.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 4-9
4.2.2 Legend bar............................................................. 4-9
4.3 Main Menu.........................................................................4-11
4.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 4-13
4.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 4-17
4.4 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 4-18
4.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 4-21
4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration...................................... 4-23
4.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 4-25
4.5 Power Menu ..................................................................... 4-28
4.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 4-30
4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 4-32
4.6 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 4-34
4.7 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 4-36
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Chapter 5: Software support
5.1 Install an operating system................................................. 5-1
5.2 Support CD information...................................................... 5-1
5.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 5-1
5.2.2 Drivers menu ......................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 Utilities menu ......................................................... 5-5
5.2.4 ASUS Contact Information..................................... 5-6
5.2.5 Other information ................................................... 5-7
5.3 Software information .......................................................... 5-9
5.3.1 ASUS Update ........................................................ 5-9
5.3.2 ASUS MyLogo2™................................................ 5-10
5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe .................................................. 5-12
5.3.4 Winbond Voice Editor .......................................... 5-17
5.3.5 Multi-channel audio feature ................................. 5-21
5.4 RAID 0/RAID 1 configurations.......................................... 5-23
5.4.1 Install the hard disks ............................................ 5-23
5.4.2 Creating and Deleting RAID sets ......................... 5-24
Index ........................................................................................ I-1
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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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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and
configuring the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the P4G8X series motherboard.
It includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the
motherboard and the new technology it supports.
• Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing system components. It includes description of
the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
•Chapter 3: Powering up
This chapter describes the power up sequence and gives information
on the BIOS beep codes.
• Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
• Chapter 5: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with
the motherboard package.
• Index
This part contains an alphabetical list of the topics found in this
document.
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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 manual.
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. The ASUS websites are listed in the
ASUS Contact Information on page x.
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.
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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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)
Address: 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112
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Support Fax: +886-2-2890-7698
Web Site: www.asus.com.tw
Newsgroup: cscnews.asus.com.tw
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Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center,
Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA
General Fax: +1-510-608-4555
Technical Support
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General Support: +1-502-933-8713
Web Site: www.asus.com
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address: Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany
General Fax: +49-2102-442066
Technical Support
Support Hotline: MB/Others: +49-2102-9599-0
Notebook: +49-2102-9599-10
Support Fax: +49-2102-9599-11
Support (Email): www.asuscom.de/de/support (for online support)
Web Site: www.asuscom.de
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