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P2-M2A690G ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 2
OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 3
Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii System package contents x Chapter 1: System Introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Front 2-4 2.6 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink 2-5 2.7 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.7.1 Overview 2-6 2.7.2 Installing CPU 2-6 2.7.3 Installing the - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 4
3-6 ASUS PC Probe II 3-6 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Introduction 4-2 4.2 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.3 Jumpers 4-3 4.4 Connectors 4-5 Chapter 5: BIOS Information 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 5-2 5.1.1 ASUS Update utility 5-2 5.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 5-5 5.1.3 ASUS EZ - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 5
17 5.3.5 System Information 5-18 5.4 Advanced menu 5-19 5.4.1 CPU Configuration 5-19 5.4.2 Chipset 5-20 5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 5-23 5.4.4 PCI PnP 5-24 5.4.5 USB Configuration 5-25 5.5 Power menu 5-26 5.5.1 Suspend Mode 5-26 5.5.2 ACPI Support 5-26 5.5.3 ACPI APIC Support 5-26 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 6
. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 7
the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 8
About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about ASUS P2-M2A690G barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized This guide contains the - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 9
task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 10
your retailer immediately. Item description 1. ASUS P2-M2A690G barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • CPU fan and heatsink assembly • CompactFlash • IDE cable 3. CDs • Support CD • Software CD • Recover PRO CD (only support Windows® 2000 / XP) 4. Quick installation Guide - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 11
System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of ASUS P2-M2A690G. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. ASUS P2-M2A690G - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 12
for choosing ASUS P2-M2A690G! ASUS P2-M2A690G is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the AMD® Athlon64, AMD® Sempron, or AMD® Athlon 64 X2 processor. The system supports up - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 13
to open the front panel. 4. Optical drive eject button 5. Power button. Press this button to turn the system on. 6. Power LED 7. CompactFlashTM Card slot 8. 3 in i card reader 9. 4-pin IEEE 1394 microphone. 12. Headphone port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. ASUS P2-M2A690G 1- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 14
230V environment or 230V in a 115 environment will seriously damage the system! SPDIF-O 13 15 14 HDMI 16 17 1. Power connector 2. Voltage selector orange). This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 4. Surr-Side (black). This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 15
6-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Gray Black Yellow Orange Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Line In Out Mic In Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer ASUS P2-M2A690G 1- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 16
instructions on installing additional system components. 3 1 2 4 8 5 7 6 1. 5.25-inch optical drive and 3.5 inch hard disk drive cage 2. Front panel cover 3. Power supply unit 4. PCI card riser bracket (connected to the motherboard PCI slot) 5. ASUS motherboard 6. DIMM sockets 7. AM2 socket - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 17
Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system. Basic installation - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 18
1. Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2. DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Expansion card(s) 4. Hard disk drive 5. Optical drive To o l Phillips (cross) screw driver 2.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the system. • Use a grounded wrist - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 19
2.3 Removing the side cover 1. Remove the cover screws. Keep the screws for later use. 1 2. Pull the cover slightly toward the 2 rear panel. 3. Lift the cover, then set aside. 3 ASUS P2-M2A690G 2- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 20
cover hooks outward. 2. Carefully remove the front panel cover, then set it aside. 1 2 R 2.5 Removing the storage drive assembly 1. Lay the system on its side, then locate and remove three storage drive assembly screws. 2. Lift the storage drive assembly, then set aside. 2 1 1 1 2- Chapter - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 21
the 2 blower to the CPU fan. Set the blower aside. 3. Unhook and slide out the metal clips that secure the fan and heatsink assembly to the retention module. metal handles metal clips 3 retention module 4. Lift the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then set aside. 3 hook 4 ASUS P2-M2A690G 2- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 22
fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins the CPU! 2.7.2 Installing CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the AM2 CPU socket on the motherboard. R M2R68L M2R68L CPU Socket AM2 2. Press the CPU socket lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90º-100 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 23
3. Match the gold triangle on the CPU with the small triangle on the socket. Insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. 4. Push down the socket lever to secure the CPU Ensure to install the CPU fan, blower and heatsink assembly on top of the installed CPU. ASUS P2-M2A690G 2- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 24
performance. Follow these steps to reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly: 1. Position the CPU fan and heatsink assembly on top of the installed CPU. metal handles 1 retention module • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not have to - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 25
CPU fan and heatsink assembly. 7. Secure the blower to the CPU fan and heatsink assembly with the screws you removed earlier. metal clips 3 4 hook 6 7 7 Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. ASUS P2-M2A690G 2- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 26
2.8 Installing a DIMM The system motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: R M2R68L M2R68L 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets 112 Pins 128 Pins DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 2.8.1 Memory configurations - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 27
CE6 N/A 1G Samsung KR M378T2953CZ0-CE6 N/A 256MB Qimonda HYS64T32000HU-3S-A N/A DIMM Support Brand SS/DS Component Elpida SS E2508AB-6E-E A B • • Kingston SS • Samsung DS K4T51083QC-ZCE6 • • Samsung DS K4T51083QC-ZCE6 • • Qimonda SS HYB18T512160AF-3SSSS17310 • • ASUS P2-M2A690G 2-11 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 28
TMS51B264C081-665QI 5 512MB TAKEMS TMS51B264C081-665AP 5 1G TAKEMS TMS1GB264C081-665QI 5 Brand SS/DS DIMM Support C o m p o n e n t A B Qimonda SS HYB18T5128000AF-3SSSS27416 • Qimonda SS HYB18T512800AF3SFSS05346 • • Qimonda DS HYB18T512800AF3SSSS28104 • • Corsair DS MIII0052532M8CEC - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 29
PQI 1G PQI 512MB AENEON 256MB AENEON 512MB AENEON 512MB AENEON 512MB AENEON Model CL Brand SS/DS DIMM Support C o m p o n e n t A B KVR533D2N4/256 N/A Elpida SS E5116AB-5C-E N/A AENEON SS AET93F370A 0518 • • AET660UD00-370A88S N/A AENEON DS AET82F370A 0550 • ASUS P2-M2A690G 2-13 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 30
DS VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided CL: CAS Latency DIMM support: A - Supports one module inserted into either slot, in Single-channel memory configuration. B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into both slots as one pair of Dualchannel memory - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 31
2 1. Simultaneously press the 1 retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 DDR2 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 P2-M2A690G 2-15 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 32
may cause you physical injury and damage to the motherboard components. 2.9.1 PCI slot This system has one PCI slot that supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 2.9.2 PCI Express x1 slot This system has one PCI Express x1 slot that - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 33
it fits in place. Secure the card with a screw. 4. Reinstall the PCI riser card assembly. Ensure that the riser card connector sits properly on the motherboard PCI slot. ASUS P2-M2A690G 2-17 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 34
2.10 Installing an optical drive Follow these steps to install an optical drive: 1. Turn the storage drive assembly upside down with the 3.5-inch bay on top of the 5.25-inch bay. 2. Insert the optical drive upside down to the 5.25-inch bay, then secure it with two screws on both sides. 2 3. Turn the - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 35
and power plugs to the IDE / SATA and power connectors at the back of the drives. 1. Connect the black plug of the IDE cable to the optical drive, then the gray plug to the hard disk drive. If to the chassis. 3 R 4. Secure the storage drive assembly with three screws. R 4 ASUS P2-M2A690G 2-19 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 36
from the chassis. 2.13 Reinstalling the front panel cover and the cover Refer to the section of Removing the front panel cover and follow the instructions in reverse. Refer to the section of Removing the cover and follow the - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 37
Chapter 3 This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD. ASUS P2-M2A690G Starting up - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 38
3.1 Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows® 2000 / XP / Vista Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 39
drivers for this motherboard. Attansic L1 Gigabit Ethernet Driver Installs the Attansic L1 Gigabit Ethernet driver. ATI Display Driver Installs the ATI display driver. Realtek Audio Driver Allows you to install the Realtek audio driver. ATI HDMI Driver Installs the ATI HDMI. ASUS P2-M2A690G - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 40
you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS Screen Saver Installs ASUS Screen Saver. ASUS Cool'n'Quiet Utility Installs the ASUS Cool'n'Quiet Utility. ASUS PC Probe II - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 41
AHCI Vista32 driver. Make ATI RAID/AHCI Vista64 Driver Allows you to make ATI RAID/AHCI Vista64 driver. 3.3.4 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ASUS P2-M2A690G 3- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 42
3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching PC Probe II You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop. To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II. The PC Probe II main - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 43
sensor also turns red. Refer to the Monitor panels section for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS P2-M2A690G 3- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 44
the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The the position of the monitor panels on the desktop, click the arrow down button of the Scheme can also adjust the threshold values using the Config window. You cannot adjust the sensor threshold values in a - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 45
the bottom right corner of the browser. DMI browser Click to display the Desktop Management Interface (DMI) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS P2-M2A690G 3- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 46
information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the Usage browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays real-time CPU usage in line graph representation. If the CPU has an enabled window represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space. 3-10 Chapter - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 47
window represents the used (blue) and the available physical memory. Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window sensor Applies your changes *Available on some motherboards only. ASUS P2-M2A690G Cancels or ignores your changes Loads your saved - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 48
3-12 Chapter 3: Starting up - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 49
Motherboard info Chapter 4 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. ASUS P2-M2A690G - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 50
4.1 Introduction The P2-M2A690G barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 4.2 Motherboard layout 4- Chapter 4: Motherboard info - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 51
. 5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure. ASUS P2-M2A690G 4- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 52
USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. 4- Chapter 4: Motherboard info - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 53
Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. • Only Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 / Windows® XP Service Pack1 and above support Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using the connectors in Standard the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS P2-M2A690G 4- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 54
DMA 133/100/66 signal cable(s). There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device(s). Single device Two devices Drive jumper - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 55
for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect a USB/GAME module cable to the connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. ASUS P2-M2A690G 4- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 56
system will not boot. • Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. 7. Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD) This connector allows you to - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 57
high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high‑definition audio capability. 9. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS P2-M2A690G 4- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 58
10. Power button with LED (5-pin LED_CON) This connector supports the Power and HDD activity LEDs in the system front panel. 4-10 Chapter 4: Motherboard info - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 59
Chapter 5 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. BIOS setup ASUS P2-M2A690G - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 60
Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. Quit all Windows® applications - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 61
> Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. click Auto Select. Click Next. ASUS P2-M2A690G 5- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 62
Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 63
instructions to continue. Windows® Vista environment a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. b. Click from the Windows® desktop, Click Start. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. ASUS P2-M2A690G 5- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 64
+ during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Download the latest BIOS file from ASUS website (www.asus.com), or obtain it from the support CD. 2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then boot the system from floppy disk. 3. Press + during POST - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 65
to update BIOS?" message appears.Select "Yes", press on your keyboard, and the EZ Flash 2 utility will perform BIOS update process. The process may take a few minutes to complete. Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS P2-M2A690G - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 66
space to save the file. • The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as shown. 1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 67
Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... Erasing flash ...... done Writing flash ...... done Verifying flash .... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS P2-M2A690G 5- - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 68
5.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD, the floppy disk or the USB flash disk that - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 69
the updating process. • Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-11 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 70
setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section "5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS". Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 71
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Main Settings System Time System Date Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA1 SATA2 SATA Configuration System Information [00:15:10] [ of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-13 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 72
specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 5.2.5 Sub-menu items System Time System the selected item. Pop-up window Scroll bar 5-14 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 73
[[e[SScEHHtNIITFFaETTR--f]TiTe,AAlBBd[]].TAttBoo] select a field. Use [+] or [-] to Ucsoenf[ig+u]reorsy[s-t]emtotime. configure system time. 5.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx] Allows you to set the system time. 5.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-15 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 74
device connected to the system The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite system. Type [Auto] Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 75
this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the SATA devices installed in the system. Select an item then press if you wish to configure the item. Storage Configuration you to select OnChip SATA type. Configuration options: [SATA] [Legacy IDE] [AHCI] ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-17 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 76
Speed Count : AMD Sempron (tm) Processor 3200+ : 1800 MHz : 1 System Memory Installed Size: 512MB Usable Size : 448MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 5-18 Chapter - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 77
system to malfunction. Advanced Settings CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Configure CPU Reporting [Disabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Secure Virtual for MthAeNUnAoLrmal operation. The driver developer may enable it for ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-19 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 78
[Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable microcode updation. Configuration options: [Enable] [Disable] Secure Virtual Machine [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable AMD secure Select Screen Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit 5-20 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 79
be based on SPDs. If Limit, the DRAM spe will not exceed the specified value. If Manual, the DRAMs specified will be programmed regardless Memclock Mode [Auto] Allows you to select the DRAM even memory slots are not populated. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-21 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 80
controller. Configuration options: [PCI/IGFX] [IGFX/PCI] HDMI AUDIO [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the HDMI audio. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5-22 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 81
Controller [Enabled] OnBoard LAN Controller [Enabled] OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Allows BIOS to Select Serial Port1 Base Addresses. Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable to enable or disable the onboard LAN boot rom. Configuration options:[Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-23 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 82
informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 83
[HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled] Allows you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Do not disable the BIOS EHCI Hand-Off option if you are running a Windows® operating system with USB device. ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-25 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 84
Support [ACPI v1.0] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Select the ACPI state used for System system suspend. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] 5.5.2 ACPI Support [ACPI v1.0] Allows you to select ACPI support support in the Application-Specific - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 85
. When set to Always On, the system goes on after an AC power loss. When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-27 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 86
CPU Temperature [xxxC/xxxF] MB Temperature [xxxC/xxxF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU CPU fan speed in Rotations Per Minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard that monitors the CPU/System temperature and smartly adjust - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 87
5.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [Removable Dev.] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Hard Drive] [Disable] ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-29 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 88
Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait For 'F1' If Error [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system. Select Screen Select Item +- Change - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 89
5.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section "4.3 Jumpers" for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ASUS P2-M2A690G - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 90
the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. 5-32 Chapter 5: BIOS setup - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 91
EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.05 FLASH TYPE: WOINBOND W25P/X80 Current ROM BOARD: M2R68L VER: 0401 DATE: 06/04/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC] Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move ASUS P2-M2A690G 5-33 - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 92
This function only supports FAT 32/16 BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit system when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 93
you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS P2-M2A690G - Asus P2-M2A690G | User Manual - Page 94
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P2-M2A690G
ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone)