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Motherboard K8N User Guide - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 2
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" WITHOUT WARRANTY - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 3
Unique ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 DIMM sockets - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 4
Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS 2-3 2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to copy BIOS from PC 2-4 2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS 2-5 2.1.5 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 2-6 2.2 BIOS Setup program - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 5
Boot Settings Configuration 2-29 2.6.4 Security 2-30 2.7 Exit menu 2-33 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Install an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Manual menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 6
following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS Contact Information on the inside front cover. 2. Optional Documentation - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 7
signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 8
Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 9
K8N specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN AI Audio AI BIOS AI Overclocking USB Special features Back Panel I/O Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64 and AMD Sempron™ CPUs Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 10
-Language BIOS, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug) 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 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 11
Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the motherboard components, and illustrations of the layout, jumper settings, and connectors. Product introduction - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 12
with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS K8N motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cables 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Floppy disk cable I/O shield Bag of extra jumper caps User guide If any of the above items is - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 13
AI Audio technology The motherboard supports 8-channel audio audio ports and identifies any incompatible devices. AGP 8X support AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is the VGA interface specification that enables enhanced graphics performance with maximum bandwidth speeds of up to 2.12 GB/s. ASUS K8N motherboard - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 14
BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. See page 2-5. Instant Music Lite This unique feature allows you to playback audio CDs even without booting the system to Windows - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 15
install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ® K8N K8N Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS K8N motherboard - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 16
:Line Out Below:Mic In USBPW12 USBPW34 FP_AUDIO CD AUX 10/100 LAN PHY PWR_FAN SATA2 SATA1 Audio Codec Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) PCI1 PCI2 R PCI3 Super I/O PCI4 K8N PCI5 GAME nVIDIA nForce3 250 4Mbit BIOS CHA_FAN USBPW56 USBPW78 FLOPPY CR2032 3V SB_PWR Lithium Cell CMOS Power - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 17
indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 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 may damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis R K8N ASUS K8N motherboard 1-7 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 18
motherboard comes with a surface mount 754-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 and AMD Sempron™ processors. The 128-bit-wide data paths of these processors can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. ® K8N K8N CPU Socket - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 19
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. 6. Install specifically designed heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS K8N motherboard 1-9 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 20
DIMM3 104 Pins 80 Pins ® K8N K8N 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64MB, 128MB - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 21
PC3200 (DDR400) memory modules that have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 QVL for this motherboard. DIMM Vendor 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB ASUS K8N motherboard 1-11 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 22
an expansion card following the instructions that came with the chassis. 2. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for BIOS information. 3. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables next page. 4. Install the drivers and/or software applications for - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 23
IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. ASUS K8N motherboard 1-13 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 24
Port (AGP) slot supports AGP 8X/4X (+1.5V) cards. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with +1.5V specification. Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that they fit the AGP slot on the motherboard. Install only +1.5V AGP cards. ® K8N Keyed for 1.5v - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 25
Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The RAM data in CMOS, that down and reboot the system so BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to its previous values. ASUS K8N motherboard 1-15 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 26
to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). USBPW12 USBPW34 12 23 ® K8N K8N USB sevice wake up +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW56 USBPW78 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 27
player or other audio sources. 7. Line Out port. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel and 8-channel mode, the function of this jack becomes Front Speaker Out. 8. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. ASUS K8N motherboard 1-17 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 28
ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. Serial connector. This 9-pin COM1 port is for serial devices. 13. S/PDIF optical out port. This port connects to external audio output devices with optical cable connectors. 14. S/PDIF - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 29
supports motherboard, connect the other end to the floppy drive. (Pin 5 is removed to prevent incorrect insertion when using ribbon cables with pin 5 plug). ® K8N FLOPPY PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1. K8N Floppy disk drive connector ASUS K8N motherboard - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 30
fit. In addition to the 20-pin ATX power connector, this motherboard requires that you connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug to -12.0VDC +3.3VDC K8N ATX power connectors 4. Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 31
, and printers. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC ® K8N K8N USB 2.0 connectors USB56 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND • The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. ASUS K8N motherboard USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 32
LINE OUT_L/BLINE_OUT_L are shorted with jumper caps. Remove the caps only when you are connecting the front panel audio cable. FP_AUDIO ® K8N K8N Front panel audio connector 8. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This lead is for a chassis designed with intrusion detection feature. This - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 33
interface allows up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate, faster than the standard parallel ATA with 133MB/s (Ultra ATA/133). ® K8N K8N SATA connector SATA2 SATA1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND ASUS K8N motherboard 1-23 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 34
Ground Ground Speaker IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground ® K8N K8N System panel connector Reset SW ATX Power IDE_LED Switch* * Requires the system between ON and SLEEP, or ON and SOFT OFF, depending on the BIOS or OS settings. Pressing the power switch while in the ON mode for more than 4 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 35
Chapter 2 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS information ASUS K8N motherboard 2-1 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 36
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS AFUDOS - Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk in DOS mode. 2. ASUS EZ Flash - Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 - Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD. Refer to - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 37
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading file ..... done Erasing flash .... done Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%) DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so may cause system boot failure! ASUS K8N motherboard 2-3 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 38
When the BIOS update process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt. A:\>afudos /iK8N.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading file ..... done Erasing flash .... done Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%) - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 39
displayed. Make sure to rename the downloaded BIOS file as "K8N.ROM". 4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file. If all the necessary files are found in the floppy disk, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. ASUS K8N motherboard 2-5 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 40
from a floppy disk that contains the BIOS file, in case the current BIOS on the motherboard fails or gets corrupted. • Prepare the support CD that came with the motherboard or a floppy disk that contains the motherboard BIOS before proceeding with the BIOS update process. • If you have saved a copy - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 41
while updating the BIOS! Doing so may cause system boot failure! 2. When the BIOS update process is complete, reboot the system. The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. ASUS K8N motherboard 2-7 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 42
program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section "4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS." Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run Setup". This - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 43
changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For selecting the exit options and loading default settings To select an item on the menu bar, press the . Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS K8N motherboard 2-9 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 44
ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and window." 2.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window Timing by SPD Memory Acceleration Mode ESC Exit Pop-up window Scroll bar At the top right corner - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 45
of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.] 2.3.4 Language [English] Allows you to choose a BIOS language version. Configuration options: [Français] [German] [English] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-11 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 46
Setup, BIOS auto-detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press to display the IDE device information. Primary IDE Master Device : Hard Disk Vendor : Maxtor 6Y080L0 Size : 81.9GB LBA Mode : Supported Block - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 47
Type Speed Count : AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+ : 2000MHz : 1 System Memory Size : 512MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected processor information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS K8N motherboard 2-13 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 48
up by PS/2 keyboard function will be disabled. Instant Music [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Instant Music feature in BIOS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Enabling Instant Music automatically disables the PS/2 keyboard power-up feature. See page 5-11 for details. Instant - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 49
Frequency Multiplier and CPU voltage, set this item to Manual. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Processor Frequency Multiplier [xxxxMhz] Allows you to set the processor frequency multiplier. The default value and configuration options depend on the CPU installed. ASUS K8N motherboard 2-15 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 50
This item appears only when the Cool N' Quiet feature is Enabled. DDR RAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to automatically detect or select from a list the package, use the ASUS Q-Fan Technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to your system loading. 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 51
driver by BIOS. Memory CLK Audio CODEC USB Configuration MEMCLK can be set by the code using AUTO, or if you use LIMIT, you can set one of the standard values. Memclock Mode [ Auto] Allows you to set the memory clock mode. Set by the code using [Auto] or select [Manual ASUS K8N motherboard 2-17 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 52
support on all nodes for ECC error detect and correction. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Audio CODEC Interface [Auto] Allows you to set the onboard audio CODEC interface. [Auto] allows the BIOS Allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data. Configuration options: [ - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 53
menu allows you to change the settings of the onboard devices. MAC Interface Onboard LAN Boot ROM Internal SATA IDE Interface RAID Option ROM [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] MAC the Secondary IDE Master as RAID. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-19 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 54
detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed ] [Full Speed] 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 55
[IRQ7] Sets the Parallel port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] Onboard Game Port [Enabled] Enables or disables the onboard Game port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-21 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 56
either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you installed a Plug & Play operating system (OS), the OS configures the Plug & Play devices not required for boot - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 57
: [Disabled] [Enabled] PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled] Allows the BIOS to use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to IDE devices. ] [Reserved] Reserved Memory Size [Disabled] Disables or sets the reserve memory size. Configuration options: [Disabled] [16k] [32k] [64k] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-23 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 58
: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] 2.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to add more tables for ACPI 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.4 ACPI APIC - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 59
on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Onboard LAN Resume [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN to generate a wake event. This feature requires an ATX power supply on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-25 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 60
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Disabled if you do not wish to display the per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the specific field shows N/A. VCORE Voltage, +3.3V Voltage, +5V Voltage, - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 61
. Configuration options: [35ºC] ~ [75ºC] CPU Fan Start Fan Temp [40ºC] Allows you to set the fan auto mode full speed temperature. Configuration options: [35ºC] ~ [75ºC] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-27 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 62
the sub-menu. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority Boot Device Priority 1st Boot Device 2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [PM-ST320413A] [SM-ASUS CD-S360] Specifies - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 63
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Make sure that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you wish to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] ASUS K8N motherboard 2-29 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 64
the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Wait for 'F1' If you have set a password, this item shows Installed. 2-30 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 65
BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section "2.6 Jumpers" for information on how to erase the RTC RAM User Password Password Check [Full Access] [Setup] Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] to change ASUS K8N motherboard 2-31 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 66
wish to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] 2-32 Chapter - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 67
other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes Allows you window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit and Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS K8N motherboard - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 68
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Chapter 3 This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Software support - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 70
3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP/2003 Server operating system (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary, so use the setup procedures - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 71
audio controller and application. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) driver. For Windows® XP users, make sure to install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 to support USB 2.0. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology driver. ASUS K8N motherboard - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 72
, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer at a healthy operating condition. Install ASUS Update This program allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 73
manuals. Click an item to open the manual. • Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. • Some user manuals listed in this menu may not be applicable for this motherboard model. ASUS K8N - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 74
3.2.5 ASUS Contact Information Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as stated. You may also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 3-6 Chapter 3: Software support - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 75
(LAN, keyboard, mouse, USB) are deactivated. In this case, power up the system using the power switch. • If the system loses connection or does not detect any optical drive, the Instant Music Lite feature turns OFF (disabled) automatically. A "beep" indicates this condition. ASUS K8N motherboard - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 76
power. 2. Use either one of the two sets of special function keys on your keyboard to play audio CDs. These keys only function as indicated if you enabled the Instant Music item in the BIOS. Instant Music function keys (Set 1) CD ON/OFF Esc PLAY/PAUSE STOP/EJECT PREVIOUS NEXT F1 F2 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 77
Minimal Power Management. 6. Click OK to effect settings. • Make sure to install the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature. • The AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology feature works only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip. ASUS K8N motherboard 3-9 - Asus K8N | K8N User's manual for English Version E1868 - Page 78
Quiet!™ software from the motherboard support CD. Refer to section "3.2.3 Utilities" for details. To launch the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ program: 1. If you are using Windows® 2000, click the Start button. Select Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. 2. If you are using Windows® XP, click the Start
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