Motherboard P5GC-MR
E3429 First Edition September 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... vi Safety information...................................................................................... vii About this guide........................................................................................ viii P5GC-MR specifications summary............................................................. x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!.........................
Contents 2.6 2.7 Jumpers....................................................................................... 2-21 Connectors.................................................................................. 2-24 2.7.1 2.7.2 Rear panel connectors................................................... 2-24 Internal connectors........................................................ 2-25 Chapter 3: Powering up 3.1 3.2 Starting up for the first time.........................................................
Contents 4.4.2 Remote Access Configuration........................................ 4-21 4.4.4 Chipset Configuration.................................................... 4-24 4.4.3 4.4.5 4.5 4.6 4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration..................................... 4-27 PCI PnP......................................................................... 4-28 Power Configuration................................................................... 4-29 4.5.2 4.5.2 APM Configuration.......................
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
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.
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 motherboard and the new technology it supports.
Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER / 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: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
P5GC-MR specifications summary Dual-Core Intel® Xeon™ 3000 series (65W)* Dual-Core Intel® Core™ 2 Duo series (65W)* Intel® Conroe-L 400 series * Intel CPU over 65W is not supported Supports Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) Chipset NorthBridge: Intel® 945GC MCH SouthBridge: Intel® ICH7 Front Side Bus 533 / 800 / 1066 MHz Memory Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC DDR2-400 / 5
P5GC-MR specifications summary BIOS features AMI BIOS, 8 MB Flash ROM, Green, PnP, DMI, SMBIOS 2.5, WfM2.0, ACPI 2.0a Rear panel 1 x PS / 2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS / 2 mouse port (green) 2 x USB 2.
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Special features............................................................................. 1-2 1.2 Package contents..........................................................................
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5GC-MR motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel ® Core™2 Duo This motherboard supports the latest powerful and energy efficient processors from Intel®. Intel® Core™2 Duo is based on the Intel® Core™ Microarchitecture and built on the 65-nanometer (nm) process technology with copper interconnect. Intel® Core™2 Duo allows users to step up to new levels of gaming experience and multi-tasking performance.
DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 667/533 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 10.6 GB/s. See pages 1‑15 to 1-19 for details.
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 3 This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the Floppy or USB flash drive in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-5 for details. ASUS MyLogo2™ This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 4-32 for details.
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed...................................................................... 2-1 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU).................................................... 2-8 2.2 2.4 Motherboard overview.................................................................. 2-2 System memory.......................................................................... 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots........................................................................... 2-17 2.
2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. To optimize the motherboard features, we highly recommend that you install it in an ATX 2.2 compliant chassis. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage to the motherboard components. 2.2.
2.2.3 Motherboard layout CPU_FAN PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard CHA_FAN 18.8cm(7.4in) ATX12V USB12 PCIEX1_1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 24.4cm(9.
2.2.4 Layout contents Slots/Sockets 1. 2. 3. Page CPU socket 2-5 DDR2 DIMM slots 2-11 PCI/PCI Express slots 2-16 Jumpers Page 1. 2-18 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) Rear panel connectors 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 2-19 LAN (RJ-45) port 2 2-19 LAN (RJ-45) port 1 2-19 VGA port 2-19 Serial (COM1) port 2-19 USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-19 PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2-19 Internal connectors Page 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) 2-20 3.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Xeon® 3000 series in the 775-land package. • • • 2.3.1 Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS shoulders the repair cost only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. Retention tab A B Load lever To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. PnP cap Load plate 4B 4. 5. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (4B).
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. A B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. A B B A A B B A 1 1 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN R P5GC-MR GND +12V CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5GC-MR CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 2. 3. 4. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. A B B A A B A B Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. 128 Pins R P5GC-MR 112 Pins DIMMA1 DIMMB1 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: P5GC-MR 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets 2.4.
Recommended memory configurations Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 • 2-12 For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s) installed per channel must be the same (DIMM_A1 = DIMM_B1).
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2.4.
2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage to the motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Standard Function 0 1 4 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 System Timer Keyboard Controller Communications Port (COM1)* Floppy Disk Controller System CMOS/Real Time Clock Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
PCI Bus Number, IDSEL, and IRQ assignments Description INTA INTB INTC INTD REQ# GNT# PCI-E X1 slot PCI-E X16 slot PCI1 slot PIRQB# PIRQC# PIRQD# PIRQA# REG0 GNT0 PCI2 slot PIRQF# PIRQG# PIRQH# PIRQE# REG1 GNT1 Onboard USB Controller1 IRQ3 Onboard USB Controller2 IRQB Onboard USB Controller3 Onboard USB Controller4 IRQA IRQ7 Onboard USB2.0 Controller IRQ3 Onboard LAN1 IRQA Onboard LAN2 IRQB Onboard VGA IRQ5 2.5.
2.5.6 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI 2.2/ PCI-X specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a 32-bit PCI slot.
2.6 1. Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 P5GC-MR 1. 2. 3. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. LAN (RJ-45) port2. These ports allow Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN (RJ-45) port1. These ports allow Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
2.7.2 1. Internal connectors Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) This connector is for the provided Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. R P5GC-MR Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. FLOPPY PIN1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
2. ICH7 primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1) This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard. If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings.
3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. SATA4 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND SATA3 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND SATA2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND SATA1 R P5GC-MR These connectors are set IDE mode by default.
USB connector (10-1 pin USB34) R USB34 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. P5GC-MR 4. USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND 1 P5GC-MR USB 2.0 Connectors The USB port module is purchased separately.
5. CPU and Chassis fan connector (4-pin CPU_FAN, CHA-FAN) The fan connector supports cooling fan of 350 mA ~ 740 mA (8.88 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
6. ATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 4-pin ATX12V1) These connectors are for SSI power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • Use of an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant power supply unit (PSU) that provides a minimum power of 450 W is recommended for a fullyconfigured system.
7. System panel auxiliary connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1) This connector supports several server system functions. R P5GC-MR AUX_PANEL1 LAN2_LINKACTLED+ LAN2_LINKACTLEDLAN1_LINKACTLEDLAN1_LINKACTLED+ +5VSB I2CDATA_P2 GND I2CCLK_P2 NC P5GC-MR Auxiliary Panel Connector • • • • 2-26 GND GND CASEOPEN 1 +5VSB Chassis Intrusion connector (2-pin CASEOPEN) This lead is for a chassis with an intrusion detection feature.
8. System panel connector (20-1 pin FPANEL1) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (Green 2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Message LED (Brown 2-pin MLED) This connector is for the message LED cable that connects to the front message LED.
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This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
Chapter summary 3.1 3.2 3 Starting up for the first time......................................................... 3-1 Powering off the computer...........................................................
3.1 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 2. 4. 5. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor c. System power b. 6. 7.
3.2 Powering off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Server 2000: 1. 2. 3. Click the Start button then click Shut Down... Make sure that the Shut Down option button is selected, then click the OK button to shut down the computer. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® Server 2003: 1. 2. 3. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer.
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS............................................. 4-1 4.3 Main menu................................................................................... 4-13 4.5 Power Configuration................................................................... 4-27 4.2 4.4 4.6 4.7 BIOS setup program................................................................... 4-10 Advanced menu..........................................................................
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. 2. 3. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
4.1.2 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Copying the current BIOS To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. 2. • Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1024 KB free space to save the file.
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt. 2. 3. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive. A:\>afudos /iP5GCMR.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... Erasing flash ...... done Writing flash ...... done Verifying flash ....
4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the USB flash drive or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the USB flash drive or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility. • Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file to “P5GCMR. rom”.
Recovering the BIOS from the USB flash drive To recover the BIOS from the USB flash drive: 1. 2. 3. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system. Insert the USB flash drive with the original or updated BIOS file to one USB port. The utility will automatically recover the BIOS. It will reset the system when the process finished. The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file.
4.1.4 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • • • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and View the BIOS version information. This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 4- 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next.
4. 5. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate.
4.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section “4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS”. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future.
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Exit System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A [02:55:45] [Fri 02/01/2007] [1.44M, 3.5 in] Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Third IDE Master Third IDE Slave Fourth IDE Master Fourth IDE Slave IDE Configuration : : : : : : [Not [Not [Not [Not [Not [Not System Information Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Detected] Use [ENTER].
4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 4.2.5 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Exit System Time [11:10:19] System Date [Tue 01/01/2002] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.
4.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
4.3.4 Primary, Third, Fourth IDE Master/Slave The BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item, then press to display the IDE device information. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Primary IDE Master Device : Not Detected Select the type of device connected to the system.
PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.3.
Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] The default setting S-ATA allows you to use native OS on Serial ATA and Parallel ATA ports. We recommend that you do not change the default setting for better OS compatibility. In this setting, you may use legacy OS, such as Windows® ME/98/NT and MS-DOS on the Parallel ATA ports only if you did not install any Serial ATA device. The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only.
4.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Exit Configure the USB support.
When USB Function set to [2 USB Ports] [4 USB Ports] the following items appear. Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB. The AUTO option disables legacy support if there is no USB device connected. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] USB2.0 Controller mode [HiSpeed] Allows you to select the USB2.0 controller mode.
4.4.2 Remote Access Configuration The items in this menu allows you to configure the Remote Access features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options.
Terminal Type [ANSI] Allows you to select the target terminal type. Configuration options: [ANSI] [VT100] [VT-UTF8] VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable VT-UTF8 Combination Key Support for ANSI/ VT100 terminals. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 4.4.3 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU settings Module Version:3D.
C1E Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the C1E support. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] This item should be enabled in order to enable or disable the ‘Enhanced Halt State”. Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Vanderpool Technology [Enabled] When enabled and CPU support this function, this function will work.
4.4.4 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings BIOS SETUP UTILITY Manual DRAM Frequency Setting or Auto by SPD.
DRAM RAS# Precharge [6 DRAM Clocks] Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR SDRAM.
Slot Power [Auto] Sets the slot power. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light] [Normal] [Heavy] [Heavier] High Priority Port Select [Disabled] Selects the high priority port.
4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration The Onboard Devices Configuration menu allows you to change the onboard devices settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Configure Win83627EHG-A Super IO Chipset Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Onboard PCIE LAN 8056-A LAN 8056-A Boot ROM Onboard PCIE LAN 8056-B LAN 8056-B Boot ROM [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows BIOS to Select Serial Port1 Base Addresses.
4.4.5 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction.
IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved] 4.5 Power Configuration The Power Configuration menu items allow you to change the settings for the ACPI and Advanced Power Management (APM) features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Main Advanced Suspend Mode ACPI 2.
4.5.1 APM Configuration Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY APM Configuration Power Button Mode [On/Off] Restore on AC Power Loss Power On By RTC Alarm Power On By External Modems Power On By PCI Devices Power On By PCIE Devices [Last State] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] to select whether or not to restart the system after AC power loss. +F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc.
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system through a PCI Express LAN card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Configuration options: [Ignored] [xxxRPM] CPU Smart-Fan Control [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Smart-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation.
4.6.1 Main Boot Device Priority Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Exit Boot Device Priority 1st Boot Device 2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Hard Drive] Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices. A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu.
4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot Full Screen Logo AddOn ROM Display Mode Bootup Num-Lock PS/2 Mouse Support Wait For ‘F1’ If Error Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] [Enabled] [Force BIOS] [On] [Auto] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system.
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press . The message “Password Uninstalled” appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “2.6 Jumpers” for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings.
2. 3. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press . Confirm the password when prompted. The message “Password Installed” appears after you set your password successfully. To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility.
4.7 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Advanced Power Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Exit Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation. +F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.
When a confirmation window appears, select [OK] then press to discard the changes, and load the previously saved settings. If you wish to cancel the command, select [Cancel] then press to return to the Exit menu. Load Setup Defaults Select this option then press to load the optimized settings for each of the Setup menu items. When a confirmation window appears, select [OK] then press to load the default settings.
This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components.
Chapter summary 5.1 5.2 5.3 5 LAN driver installation................................................................ 6-11 VGA driver installation............................................................... 6-13 Management applications and utilities installation.................
5.1 LAN driver installation This section provides instructions on how to install the Marvell® 88E8056 LAN controller driver. 5.1.1 Windows® Server To install the Marvell® 88E8056 LAN controller driver on a Windows® Server OS: 1. 2. Restart the computer, then log on with Administrator privileges. Insert the motherboard/system support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
5.1.2 SuSE® Linux Follow these instructions when installing the Marvell® 88E8056 LAN controller base driver for the SuSE® Linux operating system. The following instructions are for Marvell® 88E8056 Linux LAN driver V10.22.4.1 or above. Visit http://support.asus.com for the latest Linux LAN driver before continuing the driver installation. Building the driver Install first the Kernel Development tools before building the driver from the TAR file. To build the driver: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Installation script for sk98lin driver. Version xx.xx.x.x (Oct-19-2007) (C)Copyright 2003-2007 Marvell(R). ==================================================== Add to your trouble-report the logfile install.log which is located in the DriverInstall directory. ==================================================== 1) installation 2) generate patch 3) exit Choose your favorite installation method: 6. Read the message on the screen and enter Y to continue.
5.1.3 Red Hat® Linux Follow these instructions when installing the Marvell® 88E8056 LAN controller base driver for the Red Hat® Linux OS: Building the driver Install first the Kernel Development tools before building the driver from the TAR file. To build the driver: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Copy the Lan Driver from the SCD to local disk. cp install_vxx.xx.x.x.tar.bz2 / Decompress the file. tar xfvj install_vxx.xx.x.x.tar.bz2 Change to the driver source directory.
7. Press any key to continue. IMPORTANT INFORMATION! We found an alternative driver for your Marvell product on this system. The alternative driver is _NOT_ directly supported by Marvell and does not include all features provided by your device. If you want to use the sk98lin driver developed by Marvell, you may choose either to deactivate or remove the alternative driver. [ PKREEY SFS OAR NFYURTHER INSTRUCTIONS] 8. The system prompts you to remove the old LAN driver and use the new driver instead.
5.2 VGA driver installation This section provides instructions on how to install the Internal VGA driver. 5.2.1 Windows® Server You need to manually install the Internal VGA driver on a Windows® Server operating system. To install the Internal VGAdriver: 1. 2. Restart the computer, then log on with Administrator privileges. Insert the motherboard/system support CD to the optical drive. The support CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
5.2.2 Windows® 2003 Server 5.2.3 Red Hat® Enterprise The Windows® 2003 Server operating system automatically recognizes the Internal VGA driver during system installation. There is no need to install an additional driver(s) to support the onboard VGA. The Red Hat® Enterprise operating system automatically recognizes the Internal VGA driver during system installation. There is no need to install an additional driver(s) to support the Internal VGA.
5.3 Management applications and utilities installation The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, management applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates. 5.3.1 Running the support CD Place the support CD to the optical drive.
5.3.3 Management Software menu The Management Software menu displays the available network and server monitoring application. Click on an item to install. 5.3.4 Utilities menu The Utilities menu displays the software applications and utilities that the motherboard supports. Click on an item to install.
5.3.5 Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.
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This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to when configuring the motherboard.
Chapter summary A.1 A P5GC-MR block diagram..............................................................
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A- Appendix A: Reference information
