SMC Networks A8V-X manual Special features, Product highlights

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Latest processor and 64-bit computing technology

The AMD Athlon™ 64FX, Athlon™ 64, Athlon™ 64 X2, and AMD Sempron™ desktop processors are based on AMDʼs 64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark introduction of the industryʼs ﬁrst x86- 64 technology. These processors provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection, and reduced total cost of ownership and development. See page 1-9 for details.

HyperTransport™Technology

HyperTransport™ Technology is a high-speed, low latency, point-to-point link designed to increase the communication speed between integrated circuits in computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to 48 times faster than other existing technologies.

AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet!™ Technology

The motherboard supports the AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically changes the CPU speed, voltage and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs.

Dual Channel DDR memory support

Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using DDR400/333/266 DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400MHz memory bus delivers the required bandwidth for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. See page 1-13.

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Contents Motherboard Copyright 2006 ASUSTeK Computer INC. All Rights Reserved E2210 First Edition JanuaryContents PCI Express x1 slot Bios setupChipset Software supportCanadian Department of Communications Statement Federal Communications Commission StatementSafety information Electrical safetyOperation safety Where to find more information About this guideHow this guide is organized Conventions used in this guide TypographyLAN USB A8V-X speciﬁcations summaryA8V-X speciﬁcations summary Xii Product introduction Welcome Package contentsProduct highlights Special featuresPdif digital sound ready Serial ATA 3Gb/s technologyPCI Express interface ADI SoundMAX High -Definition audioInnovative Asus features Onboard LEDs Before you proceedPlacement direction Motherboard overviewScrew holes 21.1cm 8.3in Motherboard layoutOverview Installling the CPUTo install a CPU Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard Central Processing Unit CPUProduct introduction Installing the heatsink and fan A8V-X CPU Fan Connector System memory Memory ConfigurationsRecommended memory configurations Micron MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB MT46V32M8TG-5BC DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListInstalling a Dimm Socket.1Remove the Dimm from the socket Expansion slots Installing an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card To install an expansion cardThese IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments IRQ assignments for this motherboardPCI slots PCI Express x1 slotAGP slot Clear RTC RAM Clrtc JumpersA8V-X Keyboard Power Setting Connectors Rear panel connectorsLAN port LED indications Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Internal connectorsPRI IDE A8V-X Sata Connectors A8V-X Internal Audio Connectors USB56 USB78 ATX12V A8V-X Digital Audio Connector A8V-X System Panel Connector Bios setup Creating a bootable ﬂoppy disk Managing and updating your BiosFrom the Open ﬁeld, type Asus EZ Flash utilityTo update the Bios ﬁle using the Afudos utility Copying the current BiosUpdating the Bios ﬁle To copy the current Bios ﬁle using the Afudos utilityUtility veriﬁes the ﬁle and starts updating the Bios Recovering the Bios from a ﬂoppy disk Asus CrashFree Bios 2 utilityRecovering the Bios from the support CD Installing Asus Update Asus Update utilityUpdating the Bios through the Internet Updating the Bios through a Bios ﬁle Default Bios settings for this motherboard apply for most Bios setup programConﬁguration Bios menu screenMenu bar Navigation keysPop-up window Menu itemsSub-menu items 6 Conﬁguration ﬁeldsLegacy Diskette a 1.44M, 3.5 Main menuSystem Time System Date Day xx/xx/xxxxBlock Multi -sector Transfer Auto LBA/Large Mode AutoPrimary, Secondary, Third and Fourth IDE Master/Slave Type AutoSystem Information Advanced menu JumperFree ConﬁgurationCPU FSB Frequency XXX value is auto-detected USB Conﬁguration Items in this menu show the chipset-related information Cool NʼQuiet DisabledCPU Conﬁguration ChipsetMemory Conﬁguration Memclock Mode AutoMCT Timing Mode Auto NorthBridge ConﬁgurationSets the user conﬁg mode. Conﬁguration options Auto Manual User Conﬁg Mode AutoDram ECC Enable Disabled Burst Length 4 BeatsECC Conﬁguration AGP Fast Write Disabled L2 Cache BG Scrub DisabledData Cache BG Scrub Disabled AGP Mode AGPGraphics Aperture Size 64MB AGP 3.0 Calibration Cycle DisabledDBI Output for AGP Trans Disabled LAN Controller EnabledOnboard Devices Conﬁguration PCI PnP Parallel Port Mode NormalOnboard Game Port Disabled Onboard Midi Port DisabledAllocate IRQ to PCI VGA Yes PCI Latency TimerPalette Snooping Disabled Plug and Play O/S NoRepost Video on S3 Resume No Power menuSuspend Mode Auto Acpi Apic Support EnabledResume On LAN Disabled Power Management/APM EnabledRestore On AC Power Loss Power Off Resume On Ring DisabledResume On By RTC Alarm Disabled Resume On PME# DisabledResume On KBC Disabled Resume On By PS/2 Mouse DisabledChassis Fan Speed xxxxRPM or N/A CPU Temperature xxxC/xxxF MB Temperature xxxC/xxxFHardware Monitor CPU Fan Speed xxxxRPM or N/ABoot menu Boot Device Priority1st ~ xxth Boot Device 1st Floppy Drive Boot Settings Conﬁguration Interrupt 19 Capture Disabled Change Supervisor PasswordSecurity User Access Level Full Access Change User PasswordNo Access prevents user access to the Setup utility Select this item to clear the user password Clear User PasswordPassword Check Setup Chassis Intrusion Control DisabledExit & Discard Changes Load Setup DefaultsExit menu Exit & Save ChangesBios setup Software3 support Installing an operating system Support CD informationRunning the support CD Drivers menu Norton Internet Security Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Asus UpdateUtilities menu Asus PC ProbeCool ʻnʼ Quiet Software Installs the Asus AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet! softwareManual Adobe Acrobat Reader Asus Screen SaverAsus Contact information