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INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 3
used in this guide x Typography x A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features 1-4 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 4
the dual function power switch 3-2 3.3 ASUS POST Reporter 3-3 3.3.1 Vocal POST messages 3-3 3.3.2 Winbond Voice Editor 3-5 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-1 4.1.2 Updating the BIOS 4-2 4.1.3 Saving the current BIOS file - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 5
Contents 4.3 Main menu 4-15 4.3.1 System Time 4-15 4.3.2 System Date 4-15 4.3.3 Language 4-15 4.3.4 Legacy Diskette A 4-15 4.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave 4-16 4.3.6 Installed Memory 4-17 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.4.1 CPU Configuration 4-18 4.4.2 Chipset 4-19 4.4.3 PCI PnP 4- - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 6
5-6 5.3 Software information 5-9 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2 5-9 5.3.2 AI NET 2 5-11 Using the Virtual Cable Tester 5-11 5.3.3 Audio configurations 5-12 5.4 RAID configurations 5-18 5.4.1 Installing hard disks 5-18 5.4.2 VIA RAID configurations 5-19 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-26 5.6 Cool - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 7
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 if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 8
system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals , and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 9
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. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 10
following symbols used throughout this manual. D A N G E R / W A R N I N G : Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. C A U T I O N : Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. I M P O R T A N T : Instructions that you MUST follow - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 11
A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage AI Audio Wireless LAN LAN IEEE 1394 USB Socket 939 for AMD Athlon™ 64FX/AMD Athlon™ 64 processor Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit architecture Supports AMD Cool 'n' - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 12
A8V-E Deluxe specifications summary AI Overclocking Special features BIOS features Rear panel Internal connectors ASUS AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner) ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS JumperFree CPU, Memory, and chipset voltage adjustable Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 13
Deluxe specifications summary Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update Utility Antivirus software (OEM version) WiFi - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 14
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 16
Chapter summary 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 17
Floppy disk drive cable Accessories Dipolar wireless LAN antenna I/O shield A p p l i c a t i o n C D s ASUS motherboard support CD InterVideo® WinDVD Suite® D o c u m e n t a t i o n User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 1-1 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 18
, voltage and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs. See pages 4-18 and 5-27 for details. 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 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 19
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 2-23, 2-27 and 4-25 for details. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 20
full software application support and a user-friendly wizard to help you set up your wireless local area network effortlessly. The ASUS WiFi-g™ is backward compatible with IEEE 802.11b devices. See page 2-23. AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 21
original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See details on page 4-5. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 22
present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 5-9 for details. ASUS Instant Music This unique feature allows you to playback audio files even without booting the system to Windows™. Just press the ASUS Instant Music special - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 23
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. 2 Hardware information - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 24
Chapter summary 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-10 2.5 Expansion slots 2-14 2.6 Jumpers 2-19 2.7 Connectors 2-22 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 25
reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. A8V-E DELUXE SB_PWR ON ® Standby Power A8V-E DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-1 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 26
below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis A8V-E DELUXE ® 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 27
PORT KB1 SPDIF_O Socket 939 F_USB12 LAN_USB34 Top:Rear Speaker Out Center: Side Speaker Out Below: Center/Subwoofer Top:Line In Center:Line Out Bottom:Mic In WL_LED WL_ANT Marvell 88E8053 ATX12V VIA K8T890 88W8000G Marvell 88W8310 PCIEX1_1 PWR_FAN A8V-E DELUXE PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 28
3. PCI Express x16 slot 4. PCI Express x1 slot Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2. USB Device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56 In port (light blue) 7. Line Out port (lime) 8. WiFi-g™ antenna port 9. Wireless LAN data transmission LED 10. Microphone port (pink) 11. Center/Subwoofer port - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 29
5. CPU fan ATX12V) 13. Internal audio connector (4-pin CD, System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER) - Power/Soft-off button(Yellow 2-pin PWR) - Reset switch (Blue 2-pin RESET) Page 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-25 2-26 2-26 2-26 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-31 2-31 2-32 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 30
match a specific corner on the socket to ensure correct installation. Gold triangle 2.3.2 Installling the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. A8V-E DELUXE ® A8V-E DELUXE CPU Socket 939 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you and - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 31
The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-7 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 32
• The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that a Thermal Interface - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 33
the retention bracket in place. 4. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-9 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 34
DELUXE ® A8V-E DELUXE CPU_Fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 35
memory chips or double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this motherboard. • Due to CPU limitation, install on Channel B slots for a single-channel memory configuration. DDR400 Qualified Vendors List D43 •• GL3LC32G88TG-5A ••• GLIL DDR 32M8 • GLIL DDR 32M8 • ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-11 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 36
slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. C - support for 4 modules inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR400 Qualified Vendors List. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 37
2 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-13 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 38
expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is earlier. 6. Replace the system cover. 2.5.2 Configuring system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 39
- - - - - - shared - - -- - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-17 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 40
card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 41
! A8V-E DELUXE CLRTC 12 23 ® Normal (Default) A8V-E DELUXE Clear RTC RAM Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 42
up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the A8V-E DELUXE USB device wake-up (Default) 3 2 +5VSB • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise, the system - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 43
the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. A8V-E DELUXE ® KBPWR 2 1 +5V (Default) 2 1 +5VSB A8V-E DELUXE Keyboard power setting ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-21 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 44
4 a p o r t . This 6-pin IEEE 1394 port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 3 . L A N R J - a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. LAN port LED indications ACT/ - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 45
S / P D I F O u t p o r t . This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 1 6 . P S / 2 k e y b o a r d p o r t ( p u r p l e ) . This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. 1 7 . P S / 2 m o u s e p o r t ( g r e e n ) . This port is for a PS/2 mouse. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-23 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 46
to PIN 1. PIN 1 A8V-E DELUXE Floppy disk drive connector 2 . IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) These connectors are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. The Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable has three connectors: a blue connector for the primary IDE connector on the motherboard, a black - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 47
SATA1 A8V-E DELUXE SATA connectors GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND Important notes on Serial ATA • The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, RAID 1) is available only if you are using Windows® 2000/XP. • Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 48
motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • The ASUS Q-Fan2 function is supported using the CPU Fan (CPU_FAN) and Chassis Fan 1 (CHA_FAN1) connectors only. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN2 Rotation +12V GND Rotation +12V GND A8V-E DELUXE - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 49
USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC A8V-E DELUXE ® USB56 1 A8V-E DELUXE USB 2.0 connectors USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1 3 9 4 c a b l e to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-27 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 50
more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices. EATXPWR +3 Volts -12 Volts ATX12V Ground PSON# A8V-E DELUXE GND +12V DC GND Ground - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 51
of the system chassis. The GAME/MIDI port connects a joystick or game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices for playing or editing audio files. A8V-E DELUXE ® GAME A8V-E DELUXE Game connector +5V J2B1 J2CX MIDI_OUT J2CY J2B2 MIDI_IN +5V J1B1 J1CX GND GND J1CY J1B2 +5V ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-29 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 52
to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. A8V-E DELUXE ® 1 IE1394_2 +12V TPB2+ GND TPA2+ GND +12V TPB2GND TPA2- A8V-E DELUXE IEEE 1394 connector Never connect a U S B c a b l e to the IEEE 1394a connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 53
(s). Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. GND GND SPDIF_IN +5V SPDIF_OUT A8V-E DELUXE ® 1 SPDIF A8V-E DELUXE Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 2-31 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 54
Speaker PANEL IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- ExtSMI# Ground PWR Ground Reset Ground A8V-E DELUXE IDE LED RESET ® SMI PWR * Requires an ATX power supply. A8V-E DELUXE System panel connector The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to the connector description below for details - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 55
This chapter describes the power up Powerin3g up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 56
Chapter summary 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Powering off the computer 3-2 3.3 ASUS POST Reporter 3-3 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 57
seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 3-1 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 58
should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Click the Windows® shuts down. 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 59
CPU test System failed memory test System failed VGA test System failed due to CPU No keyboard detected No IDE hard disk detected Action • Install a supported processor to the CPU socket. See section "2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)" for details. • Check the CPU if properly installed. • Call ASUS - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 60
POST Message CPU temperature too high CPU fan failed CPU voltage out of range Computer now booting from operating system Action • Check if the CPU fan is working properly. • Check the CPU fan and make sure it turns on after you apply power to the system. • Make sure that your CPU fan supports the - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 61
application from the support CD. To avoid conflicts, do not run the Winbond Voice Editor while running the ASUS PC Probe application. Launching the Voice Editor You can launch the program from the Windows® desktop by the Play button. The default language setting is English. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 3-5 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 62
event messages for the language you selected appear on the Voice Editor main window. Not all events on some languages have a corresponding message due to file Voice Editor main window to update the EEPROM. 4. Click Y e s to confirm. The next time you boot your computer, the ASUS Post Reporter - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 63
supported or if you wish to to replace the pre-installed wave files. To customize your POST messages. 1. Launch the Voice Editor application and note the list d d W a v e F i l e window. 5. Copy the wave files that you recorded to the database, then close the window when done. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 3-7 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 64
name with an . f l h extension, then click Save. 12. Click the W r i t e button to compress the file and copy into the EEPROM. 13. Click Y e s on the confirmation window that appears. If you receive an error message telling you that the files exceed the total allowable size, do any or all of the - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 65
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 66
Chapter summary 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-11 4.3 Main menu 4-15 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.5 Power menu 4-33 4.6 Boot menu 4-37 4.7 Exit menu 4-44 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 67
using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) 3. A S U S E Z F l a s h (Updates the BIOS in DOS using a floppy disk or the motherboard support CD.) 4. A S U S U p d a t e (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) Refer to the corresponding - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 68
or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 4.1.2 Updating the BIOS The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 69
8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH flashed the BIOS file. Press to restart the system. File Name to Program: A8V-E.BIN Flashing Complete Press to Continue 111122223333 Write OK F1 Reset 111122223333 No Update 111122223333 Write Fail ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 70
BIOS file to the floppy disk, then returns to the BIOS flashing process. AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.01 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For K8T890-8237-A8V-E-00 DATE: 09/10/2004 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: A8V-E.BIN Now Backup System BIOS - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 71
, Inc. BIOS ROM checksum error Detecting IDE ATAPI device... Found CDROM, try to Boot from it... Pass DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! 4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-5 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 72
reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! 4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. 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 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 73
pressing + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system. 3. Press + during POST to display - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 74
you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 75
d a t e. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select U p d a t e B I O S f r o m 3. Select the ASUS FTP site t h e I n t e r n e t option from the nearest you to avoid network drop-down menu, then click traffic, or click A u t o S e l e c t. N e x t. Click N e x t. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-9 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 76
to download. Click Next. 5. 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 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 77
Exit Menu. See section "4.7 Exit Menu." • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard and . ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-11 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 78
arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. 4-12 Chapter - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 79
F1> Displays the General Help screen Loads setup default values Exits the BIOS setup or returns to the main menu from a sub-menu Left or Right arrow Selects the field, select it then press to display a list of options. Refer to "4.2.7 Pop-up window." ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-13 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 80
Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Exit System Time System Date 15 : 30 : 36 Wed, Sep 15 2004 Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Primary IDE Master Legacy - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 81
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Exit System Time System Date ] [ASUS CDS520/A] [None] [None] [Disabled] Select Menu Item Specific Help Change the day, month, year and century. Installed Memory 256MB .] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-15 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 82
the hard disk was already formatted on a previous system, the setup BIOS may detect incorrect parameters. Select [Manual] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters. If no manufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed hard disk. 4-16 Chapter - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 83
. This item is not configurable. After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.3.7 Installed Memory Shows the size of installed memory. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-17 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 84
Defaults F10: Save and Exit 4.4.1 CPU Configuration Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Configuration CPU Type AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3400+ CPU Speed 2200MHz Cache RAM 512K Current FSB Frequency 200 MHz AMD K8 Cool'n'Quiet control [Auto] Select Menu Item Specific - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 85
auto-detected by the BIOS. Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility DRAM Specific Help Place an artificial memory clock limit on the system. Memory is prevented from running faster memory clock. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR200] [DDR266] [DDR333] [DDR400] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-19 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 86
options: [Auto] [2.0] [2.5] [3.0] RAS# to CAS# delay (Trcd) [Auto] Controls the latency between the DDR SDRAM active command and the read/write command. Configuration options: Express™ graphics data scrambling. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disable] [Enable] 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 87
: [No] [Yes] Resources Controlled By [Auto] When set to [Auto], the BIOS automatically configures all the boot and Plug and Play compatible devices. Set to [Manual] if you want to assign the IRQ DMA and memory base address fields. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-21 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 88
C o n t r o l l e d B y item is set to Manual. Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility IRQ Resources IRQ-3 assigned to IRQ-4 assigned to IRQ-5 assigned to PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 89
: [Disabled] [Enabled] OnChip SATA [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard VIA Serial ATA controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Mode [RAID] Allows you to set the onboard VIA SATA RAID controller mode. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-23 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 90
] Allows you to disable or set the onboard AC97 audio controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base Port IRQ [10] Allows you to set the Midi port IRQ address. Configuration options: [5] [10] 4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 91
the onchip Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI) controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Legacy Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-25 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 92
Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Overclock Profile x Overclock Options x N.O.S. Option x Frequency Configuration x CPU Multiplier x Hammer Vid control x Memory Voltage Adjustment x CPU Vcore Adjustment [Auto] Overclock 3% Overclock 3% Auto Startup 2.70 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 93
Overclocking item is set to [Manual]. Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Overclock Profile x Overclock Options x N.O.S. Option Frequency Configuration CPU Multiplier Hammer Vid control Memory Voltage Adjustment CPU ] [Enabled] [Auto] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-27 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 94
[XXX] (value is auto-detected) Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The default value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the and keys to adjust the CPU frequency. Refer to the following table for the correct Front Side Bus and - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 95
item is user-configurable only when the AI Overclocking item is set to [AI N.O.S.]. N.O.S. Option [Disable] Allows you to disable or set the Non-Delay Overclocking System mode. Configuration options: [Disable] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-29 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 96
Defaults F10: Save and Exit POST Check LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.4.8 PEG Link Mode Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration PEG Link Mode - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 97
Report IDE Error [Disabled] Enables or disables the report feature in the event of an IDE error. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Report System Booting [Disabled] Enables or disables the report after booting the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-31 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 98
4.4.10 Instant Music Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Instant Music x Save and Exit Instant Music [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Instant Music feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Enabling Instant Music automatically - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 99
you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-33 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 100
4.5.3 APM Configuration Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power APM Configuration PS2KB 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 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 101
the system state was before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] PWR Button < 4 secs [Instant-Off] Allows you to set the event after the power button is pressed for more than 4 seconds. Configuration options: [Suspend] [Instant-Off] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-35 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 102
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Hardware Monitor M/B Temperature Current CPU1 Temperature Chassis Fan speed CPU Fan speed motherboard and CPU temperatures. These items are not user-configurable. Chassis Fan Speed CPU or enable the ASUS Q-Fan function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 103
[85ºC/185ºF] Temperature Tolerance [3ºC] Allows you to set the CPU temperature tolerance value. Configuration options: [0ºC] [1ºC] [2ºC] [3ºC] [4ºC] to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-37 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 104
to move it down the list. Press to exit this menu. F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Item →←: Select Menu -/+: Change Value Enter: Select Sub-menu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit 1. Floppy Disks Allows you to assign a removable drive attached to the system. 4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 105
to move it down the list. Press to exit this menu. F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Item →←: Select Menu -/+: Change Value Enter: Select Sub-menu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit 1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX Allows you to assign optical drives attached to the system. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-39 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 106
4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Boot Settings Configuration Case Boot [Enabled] Enables or disables the quick boot feature. When Enabled, the system skips certain tests while booting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Boot Up Floppy Seek [ - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 107
are running on an OS/2 operating system with an installed RAM of greater than 64 KB. ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Allows you to error report type. Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard] [All, But Diskette] [All, But Disk/Key] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 108
4.6.6 Security Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Boot Settings Configuration Supervisor Password User Password Password Check Clear Clear [Setup] Select Menu Item Specific Help Supervisor password controls full access, to change password. F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Item - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 109
This field requires you to enter the password before entering the BIOS setup or the system. Select [Setup] to require the password before entering the BIOS Setup. Select [System] to require the password before entering the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [System] ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 4-43 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 110
to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select Y other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. 4-44 Chapter - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 111
a confirmation window appears. RAM. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select Y e s to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 112
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This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 5 Software support - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 114
Chapter summary 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.3 Software information 5-9 5.4 RAID configurations 5-18 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-26 5.6 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology 5-27 ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 115
that you install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 5.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 116
you to create a RAID driver disk for the VIA 6420 RAID configuration. PCI Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver Installs the Marvell® Yukon 88E8053 PCI Express™ Gigabit LAN driver that provides up to 1000 Mbps data transfer rates. ALC850 Audio Driver Installs the Realtek® ALC850 audio controller and - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 117
the driver, utilities, and setup wizard for the ASUS WiFi-g™ wireless solution. Refer to the WiFi-g™ documentation for details. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Launches the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology driver installation wizard. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-3 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 118
to overclock the CPU speed in a Windows® environment. ASUS PC Probe This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Update Allows you to download - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 119
that destroys data. ADOBE Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS Screen Saver Bring life to your computer screen by installing the ASUS screen saver. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-5 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 120
t tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 5.2.5 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 121
Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-7 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 122
Filelist Displays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each in text format. 5-8 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 123
B I O S f r o m a f i l e from the drop down menu, then click N e x t. 5. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click N e x t. The ASUS MyLogo2 window appears. 6. From the left window pane, select the folder that contains the image you intend to use as your boot logo. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-9 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 124
7. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to enlarge by clicking on it. 8. Adjust the boot image to your desired size by selecting a value on the R a t i o box. 9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 125
window is disabled if no problem is detected on the LAN cable(s) connected to the LAN port(s). • If you want the system to check the LAN cable before entering the OS, enable the P O S T C h e c k L A N c a b l e item in the BIOS. See section "4.4.7 LAN Cable Status" for details. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 126
a t i o n from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the SoundEffect icon on the taskbar. From the taskbar, double-click on the S o u n d E f f e c t icon to display the R e a l t e k Audio Control Panel. Realtek - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 127
your S/PDIF output settings. To set the S/PDIF options: 1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the S P D I F button. 2. Click the option buttons to change your S/PDIF out settings. 3. Click the Exit (X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-13 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 128
. To set the speaker configuration: 1. From the Realtek Audio Control Panel, click the S p e a k e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n button. 2. Select from the combo list box your current speaker setup, then click A u t o T e s t to test your settings. 3. Click the U A J A u t o m a t i c button to enable - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 129
before starting this function. 5. When finished, the utility prompts the Realtek® EZ-connection dialog box showing your current audio connections. The text at the bottom of the box explains your audio connection status. An X mark denotes an incorrect connection. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-15 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 130
there are detected problems, make sure that your audio cables are connected to the proper audio jack and repeat connector sensing. 7. Click the X button to exit EZ-connection dialog box. 8. Click the Exit (X ) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit audio control panel. HRTF Demo - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 131
Out (gray), Side Speaker Out (black), and Center/Subwoofer (yellow orange) ports on the rear panel change when you select the 4-channel, 6-channel or 8-channel audio configurations. See the 8, 6, 4 or 2-channel speaker configuration on page 2-23. ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-17 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 132
drive included in a RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support CD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to a selected hard disk drive. Refer to section "5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk" for details. 5.4.1 Installing hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 133
5.4.2 VIA RAID configurations The motherboard includes a high performance IDE RAID controller integrated in the VIA VT8237R southbridge chipset. It supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 with two independent Serial ATA channels. Entering VIA Tech RAID BIOS Utility 1. Boot-up your computer. 2. During POST, press - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 134
corner of the screen are replaced with create array menu options. VIA Tech. RAID BIOS Ver 1.xx Auto Setup For Data Security Array Mode RAID 1 (Mirroring) Select Disk Drives Start Create Process Create a RAID array with the hard disks attached to VIA RAID controller F1 : View Array/Disk Status - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 135
A r r a y M o d e, then press . The supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-up menu. RAID 0 for performance RRAAIIDD 11 ffoorr ddaattaa pprrootteeccttiioonn RAID 0/1 RAID SPAN for capacity 2. Select R A I D 1 f o r d a t a p r o t e c t i o n then press . ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-21 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 136
you can auto-configure the RAID array by selecting A u t o S e t u p f o r D a t a S e c u r i t y or manually configure the RAID array for mirrored sets. If c e s s and press to setup hard disk for RAID system. The following inquiry appears: Save the data on source disk to mirror support - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 137
supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-up menu. RAID 0 for performance RAID 1 for data protection RAID 0/1 RAID RAID set. Proceed to step 11. 9. If you select , the following confirmation message appears. The data on the selected disks will be destroyed. Continue? (Y/N) ASUS A8V-E Deluxe - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 138
to the configuration options. Select Boot Array 1. From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select S e l e c t B o o t A r r a y then press . 2. From the list of channel used for IDE RAID arrays, press to select a RAID array for boot. After selection, the S t a t u s of the selected - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 139
the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select S e r i a l N u m b e r V i e w then press . 2. From the list of channel used for IDE RAID arrays, XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX Serial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX Serial Number: XXXXXXXX ASUS A8V-E Deluxe 5-25 - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 140
Windows® 2000/XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. To create a RAID driver disk: 1. Place the motherboard support CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. When the D r i v e r s menu appears, click M a k e V I A 6 4 2 0 R A I D D r i v e r D i s k to create a VIA RAID driver - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 141
and exit BIOS Setup. 5. Reboot your computer and set your Power Option Properties depending on your operating system. Windows® 2000/XP 1. From the Windows® 2000/XP operating system, click the S t a r t button. Select S e t t i n g s, then C o n t r o l P a n e l. 2. Make sure the Control Panel is - Asus A8V-E Deluxe | A8V-E Deluxe user's manual English Version E1781 - Page 142
real-time CPU Frequency and voltage. Make sure to install the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software from the motherboard support CD. Refer to section "5.2.3 Utilities menu", for details. To launch the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ program: 1. If you are using Windows® 2000, click the S t a r t button. Select Programs > ASUS
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