ASRock ConRoe865PE manual PCIPnP Configuration

Block (Multi-Sector Transfer)

The default value of this item is [Auto]. If this feature is enabled, it will enhance hard disk performance by reading or writing more data during each transfer.

PIO Mode

Use this item to set the PIO mode to enhance hard disk performance by optimizing the hard disk timing.

DMA Mode

DMA capability allows the improved transfer-speed and data-integrity for compatible IDE devices.

S.M.A.R.T.

Use this item to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Auto], [Enabled].

32-Bit Data Transfer

Use this item to enable 32-bit access to maximize the IDE hard disk data transfer rate.

3.3.5 PCIPnP Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Advanced

PCI / PnP Configuration

PCI	Latency Timer	[32]
PCI	IDE BusMaster	[Enabled]

Value in units of PCI clocks for PCI device latency timer register.

	Select Screen
	Select Item
+-	Change Option
F1	General Help
F9	Load Defaults
F10	Save and Exit
ESC	Exit

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PCI Latency Timer

The default value is 32. It is recommended to keep the default value unless the installed PCI expansion cards’ specifications require other settings.

PCI IDE BusMaster

Use this item to enable or disable the PCI IDE BusMaster feature.

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