SMC Networks A8V-X manual Safety information, Electrical safety, Operation safety

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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 adapter 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.

The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

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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 StatementElectrical safety Safety informationOperation safety About this guide Where to find more informationHow 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 proceedMotherboard overview Placement directionScrew 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 ListSocket.1 Installing a DimmRemove 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 Express x1 slot PCI slotsAGP slot Clear RTC RAM Clrtc JumpersA8V-X Keyboard Power Setting Rear panel connectors 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 JumperFree Configuration Advanced menuCPU 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 AutoBurst Length 4 Beats Dram ECC Enable DisabledECC 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 Device Priority Boot menu1st ~ xxth Boot Device 1st Floppy Drive Boot Settings Configuration Change Supervisor Password Interrupt 19 Capture DisabledSecurity Change User Password User Access Level Full AccessNo 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 Support CD information Installing an operating systemRunning 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