AMD GA-K8N ULTRA-9 Advanced Bios Features, Hard Disk Boot Priority, Boot Up Floppy Seek

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Advanced BIOS Features

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2005 Award Software

 

 

 

 

Advanced BIOS Features

 

 

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Hard Disk Boot Priority

[Press Enter]

Item Help

 

First Boot Device

[Floppy]

 

Menu Level`

 

Second Boot Device

[Hard Disk]

 

 

 

Third Boot Device

[CDROM]

 

Select Hard Disk Boot

 

Boot Up Floppy Seek

[Disabled]

 

Device Priority

 

Password Check

[Setup]

 

 

 

 

Init Display First

[PEG]

 

 

 

KLJI: Move

Enter: Select

+/-/PU/PD: Value

F10: Save

ESC: Exit

F1: General Help

 

 

F5: Previous Values

 

F7: Optimized Defaults

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hard Disk Boot Priority

Select boot sequence for onboard(or add-on cards) SCSI, RAID, etc.

Use <> or < > to select a device, then press<+> to move it up, or <-> to move it down the list. Press <ESC> to exit this menu.

First / Second / Third Boot Device

Floppy

Select your boot device priority by Floppy.

LS120

Select your boot device priority by LS120.

Hard Disk

Select your boot device priority by Hard Disk.

CDROM

Select your boot device priority by CDROM.

ZIP

Select your boot device priority by ZIP.

USB-FDD

Select your boot device priority by USB-FDD.

USB-ZIP

Select your boot device priority by USB-ZIP.

USB-CDROM

Select your boot device priority by USB-CDROM.

USB-HDD

Select your boot device priority by USB-HDD.

Legacy LAN

Select your boot device priority by LAN.

Disabled

Disable this function.

Boot Up Floppy Seek

During POST, BIOS will determine the floppy disk drive installed is 40 or 80 tracks. 360K type is 40 tracks 720K, 1.2M and 1.44M are all 80 tracks.

Enabled

BIOS searches for floppy disk drive to determine it is 40 or 80 tracks. Note that BIOS

 

can not tell from 720K, 1.2M or 1.44M drive type as they are all 80 tracks.

Disabled

BIOS will not search for the type of floppy disk drive by track number. Note that

 

there will not be any warning message if the drive installed is 360K. (Default

 

value)

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Contents GA-K8N Ultra-9 Motherboard Copyright Product Manual ClassificationTable of Contents Drivers Installation GA-K8N Ultra-9 Motherboard Layout GA-K8N Ultra-9Block Diagram Page Instances of Non-Warranty Considerations Prior to InstallationInstallation Notices Preparing Your ComputerFeature Summary SATA3SIIBios Installation of the CPU and Fan Heat Sink Installation of the CPUInstallation of the Fan Heat Sink Installation of Memory Dual Channel Memory Configuration Installation of Expansion Cards I/O Back Panel Introduction Rear Speaker Out Connectors IntroductionSide Speaker Out ATX12V/ATX Power Connector 5 Cpufan / SYSFAN/ Pwrfan Cooler Fan Power Connector Nbfan Chip Fan Power ConnectorFDD FDD Connector IDE1 / IDE2 IDE ConnectorFaudio Front Audio Panel Connector Fpanel Front Panel Jumper Cdin CD In Connector PwrledUSB1 / FUSB2/FUSB3 Front USB Connector Ircir17 F11394/F21394 Ieee 1394 Connectors Clrcmos Clear CmosBattery English Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Main MenuMain Menu For example Bios Ver. D1 „ Save & Exit Setup „ Set User Password„ Exit Without Saving Time Standard Cmos FeaturesIDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE Channel 1 Master/Slave Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan Area First / Second / Third Boot Device Advanced Bios FeaturesHard Disk Boot Priority Boot Up Floppy SeekPassword Check Init Display FirstOn-Chip IDE Channel0 IDE DMA transfer accessIntegrated Peripherals On-Chip IDE Channel1On-Chip MAC Lan LAN On-Chip LAN Boot ROMIDE Prefetch Mode IDE/SATA RAID functionUSB Memory Type OnBoard LAN Boot ROMOn-Chip USB USB Keyboard SupportOnboard IrDA Port Parallel Port ModeECP Mode Use DMA Onboard Parallel PortPME Event Wake Up Power Management SetupPower-On by Alarm Modem Ring OnPower On By Keyboard Power On By MouseAC Back Function PnP/PCI Configurations INTPC Health Status MB Intelligent TweakerM.I.T HT-Link voltage control Load Optimized DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password DDR voltage controlSave & Exit Setup Exit Without SavingDrivers Installation Install Chipset DriversSoftware Application Software InformationHardware Information Contact UsEnglish EasyTune 5 Introduction Unique Software UtilitiesUser Interface Overview What is Xpress Recovery ? Xpress Recovery IntroductionHow to use the Xpress Recovery F9 For Xpress Recovery Press F9 during powering on the computer. Text ModeRemove Backup Image  Remove backup image. Are you sure? Y/N Exit and RestartWhat is Dual Bios Technology? Flash Bios Method IntroductionHow to use Dual Bios and Q-Flash Utility? Auto Recovery EnableDefault, Disable Wide Range Protection DisableDefault, EnableBoot From Main BIOSDefault, Backup Bios Halt On Error DisableDefault, EnableMethod 1 Q-FlashTMUtility Before You BeginEntering the Q-FlashTMutility Exploring the Q-FlashTM / Dual Bios utility screenTask menu for Dual Bios utility Task menu for Q-Flash utilityUsing the Q-FlashTMutility StepsYou can repeat to Part Two Exploring the Q-FlashTMutility screen Task menu for Q-FlashTMutility FlashTMutility barCongratulation!! You have updated Bios successfully Bios file becomes F4 after updatingMethod 2 @BIOSTM Utility Methods and stepsEnglish Serial ATA Bios Setting Utility Introduction RAID LevelsConfiguring the Nvidia RAID Bios Entering the RAID Bios SetupSelecting the Striping Block Size Using the Define a New Array WindowSelecting the RAID Mode Assigning the DisksCompleting the RAID Bios Setup Array 2 Nvidia Mirror 111.79G Installing the RAID drivers Cd bootdrv MenuStereo Speakers Connection and Settings Introduction of audio connectors5 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction Channel Audio Setup English English Jack-Sensing Introduction Auto-detectingManual setting Troubleshooting Contact Us Taiwan HeadquartersChina Shanghai

GA-K8N ULTRA-9 specifications

The AMD GA-K8N ULTRA-9 is a prominent motherboard that showcases the advancements in computing technology during its era. Designed for AMD's Athlon 64 processors, the GA-K8N ULTRA-9 exemplifies the transition to 64-bit computing, offering enhanced performance for both gaming and professional applications. This motherboard supports Socket 754, allowing users to harness the power of AMD's CPU architecture effectively.

One of the standout features of the GA-K8N ULTRA-9 is its support for dual-channel DDR memory, facilitating improved memory bandwidth and system performance. The motherboard typically offers four DIMM slots, accommodating up to 4GB of DDR400/DDR333/DDR266 memory. This capability enables users to experience smoother multitasking and a more responsive system.

The GA-K8N ULTRA-9 is equipped with NVIDIA's nForce3 250 chipset, providing robust integrated graphics capabilities and better overall system stability. The chipset also supports PCI-Express, which was a significant advancement over the older PCI standard, allowing for faster data transfer rates and improved performance in graphics cards and other expansion cards.

In terms of storage, the GA-K8N ULTRA-9 offers a variety of options with its four SATA ports, enabling users to connect multiple high-speed SATA drives. Furthermore, it includes support for RAID 0, 1, and 0+1, allowing for enhanced data redundancy and performance.

Connectivity is another area where the GA-K8N ULTRA-9 shines. The motherboard features an array of USB 2.0 ports, allowing users to connect multiple peripheral devices easily. Additionally, the integrated Gigabit Ethernet controller provides fast network connectivity, making it suitable for both gaming and productivity tasks.

When it comes to audio, the GA-K8N ULTRA-9 boasts an integrated 6-channel audio system, delivering high-quality sound output for an immersive gaming and multimedia experience. This makes it an excellent choice for users who value audio performance in their computing setup.

Overall, the AMD GA-K8N ULTRA-9 represents a significant step forward in motherboard technology, combining performance, compatibility, and advanced features. Its support for 64-bit processing, high-speed memory, and various connectivity options make it a reliable choice for users seeking to build a powerful and future-proof computer system. Whether for gaming, content creation, or general use, the GA-K8N ULTRA-9 remains a noteworthy contender in the landscape of early 2000s computing hardware.