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Motherboard P4C800-E Deluxe User Guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - 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 P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 3
About this guide viii ASUS contact information x P4C800-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 Value-added solutions 1-5 1.4 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.4.1 Major - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 4
Powering off the computer 3-4 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 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS 4-1 4.1.3 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS 4-3 4.1.4 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 4-4 4.2 BIOS - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 5
5.3 Software information 5-7 5.3.1 ASUS Update 5-7 5.3.2 ASUS MyLogo2 5-8 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe 5-10 5.3.4 Winbond Voice Editor 5-15 5.3.5 SoundMAX® 4 XL software 5-19 5.3.6 ASUS Instant Music 5-22 5.4 Promise RAID configurations 5-25 5.5 Intel® RAID for Serial ATA 5-33 Quick Reference Card v - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 6
and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 7
are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 8
motherboard. How this guide is organized This manual contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 9
this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. WARNING updates. 1. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 10
Fax: +1-502-933-8713 General Email: [email protected] Technical Support Support Fax: +1-502-933-8713 General Support: +1-502-995-0883 Notebook Support: +1-510-739-3777 x5110 Web Site: usa.asus.com Support Email: [email protected] ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address: Harkortstr - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 11
P4C800-E Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus (FSB) Memory Expansion slots Storage IEEE 1394 LAN AI Audio AI BIOS AI Overclocking Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron with speeds up to 3.2+ GHz On-die 512KB/256KB L2 cache with full speed Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 12
Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash, CrashFree BIOS 2, ASUS C.P.R., ASUS MyLogo2, ASUS Instant Music PCI 2.2, PCI 2.3, USB 2.0 WfM 2.0. DMI 2.0, WOL/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 24.5 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 13
Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Product introduction - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 14
Chapter summary 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.4 Motherboard overview 1-6 ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 15
! The motherboard incorporates the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor in 478-pin package coupled with the Intel® 875P chipset to set the latest trend for a powerful desktop platform solution. Supporting 800 MHz FSB, up to 4GB of system memory with PC3200/ 2700/2100 DDR SDRAM, high-resolution graphics via - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 16
the Intel 875P to work with DDR 400 memory and boost system performance, the motherboard delivers a new level of performance to beat. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the new Serial ATA technology through the SATA interfaces and the Intel ICH5R onboard, and allows RAID 0 configuration - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 17
BIOS 2 This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD, or from a bootable floppy disk, when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-4. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 1-3 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 18
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 page 2-30. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 19
in CMOS for more protection. ASUS Update This utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS through a user-friendly interface. Connect to the Internet then to the ASUS FTP site nearest you to obtain the latest BIOS version for your motherboard. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 1-5 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 20
Deluxe motherboard as pointed out in the picture on page 1-7. 1. CPU socket 2. North Bridge controller 3. ATX12V power connector 4. DDR DIMM sockets 5. Floppy disk connector 6. IDE connectors 7. ATX power connector 8. AGP Pro/8X slot 9. Standby power LED 10. Flash ROM 11. Speech controller 12. RAID - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 21
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to the south bridge ICH5R via the Intel® proprietary Hub Interface. 3 ATX 12V connector. This power connector connects the 4-pin 12V plug from the ATX 12V power supply. 4 DDR DIMM sockets. These four 184-pin DIMM sockets support up to 4GB system memory using unbuffered ECC or non-ECC PC3200 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 23
supports a high-performance floppy disk controller for a 360K/720K/1.44M/2.88M floppy disk drive, a multi-mode parallel port, two standard compatible UARTs, and a Flash ROM interface. This controller also integrates the ASIC for PC health monitoring. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 24
five 32-bit PCI 2.2 expansion slots support bus master PCI cards like SCSI or LAN cards with 133MB/s maximum throughput. 21 Audio CODEC. The AD1985 AC '97 2.3 stereo audio CODEC provides a 6-channel audio capability. The CODEC supports surround sound output, variable sample rate conversion, analog - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 25
Chapter 2 This chapter describes the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes details on the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. Hardware information - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 26
Chapter summary 2.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.2 Motherboard layouts 2-2 2.3 Before you proceed 2-3 2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.5 System memory 2-10 2.6 Expansion slots 2-14 2.7 Jumpers 2-19 2.8 Connectors 2-21 ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 27
the image below. 2.1.2 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 may damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-1 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 28
DIMM_B2 (64/72 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A1 (64/72 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A2 (64/72 bit,184-pin module) ATX Power Connector Intel 875P Memory Controller Hub (MCH) ® Intel 82547EI Gigabit LAN Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP_PRO) AD1985 CODEC SPDIF_OUT FP_AUDIO AUX GAME PCI1 SMB20 PCI2 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 29
ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode, a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. ® P4C800-E P4C800-E Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-3 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 30
the CPU socket. Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology 1. This motherboard supports Intel Pentium 4 CPUs with HyperThreading Technology. 2. Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows XP - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 31
478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. Socket Lever 90 - 100 Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 32
corner matches the base of the socket lever. 4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. Gold Mark 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 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 33
CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Your boxed Intel Pentium 4 Processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 34
2. Position the fan with the retention mechanism on top of the heatsink. Align and snap the four hooks of the retention mechanism to the holes on each corner of the module base. Make sure that the fan and retention mechanism assembly perfectly fits the heatsink and module base, otherwise you cannot - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 35
are in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN) Don't forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors may occur if you fail to plug this connector. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-9 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 36
2.5 System memory 2.5.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 4GB system memory using 184-pin unbuffered ECC or non-ECC PC3200/ PC2700/PC2100 DDR DIMMs, and allow up to 6.4GB/s data transfer rate. The - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 37
MHz 533 MHz 400 MHz DDR DIMM Type Memory Frequency PC3200/PC2700*/PC2100 400/333*/266 MHz PC2700/PC2100 333/266 MHz PC2100 266 MHz *When using 800MHz CPU FSB, PC2700 DDR DIMMs may run only at 320MHz (not 333MHz) due to chipset limitation. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-11 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 38
50 1 MT46V32M8TG-5BC 4 MT46V32M8TG-5BC 4 K4H560838D-TCC4 1 K4H560838D-TCC4 1 MS25D25680S-5 2 X4W560840A-40 2 Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors for better system performance. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest QVL. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 39
Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 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 P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-13 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 40
you may need to install expansion cards. The motherboard has five PCI slots, one Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Pro slot, and a Wi-Fi slot. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 41
- - - 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 P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-15 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 42
32-bit PCI slots on this motherboard. The slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1. The PCI 5 slot and the Wi-Fi slot may not be used at the same time. 2. When installing long PCI cards, it is recommended that you install - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 43
not support 3.3V AGP cards. ® P4C800-E Keyed for 1.5v P4C800-E Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) If installing the ATi 9500 or 9700 Pro Series VGA cards, use only the card version PN xxx-xxxxx-30 or later, for optimum performance and overclocking stability. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 44
support the ASUS Wi-Fi module when available. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for product updates. The Wi-Fi slot conforms to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11b standard for wireless devices operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency band. ® P4C800-E WIFI P4C800 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 45
turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter 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 P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-19 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 46
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 S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). The USBPWR12 and USBPWR34 jumpers are - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 47
end to the floppy drive. (Pin 5 is removed to prevent incorrect insertion when using ribbon cables with pin 5 plug). ® P4C800-E FLOPPY PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1. P4C800-E Floppy Disk Drive Connector ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-21 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 48
black) This connector supports the provided UltraDMA setting its jumper accordingly. Refer to the hard disk documentation for the jumper settings. BIOS supports specific IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. ® SEC_IDE PRI_IDE P4C800-E PIN 1 P4C800-E IDE Connectors PIN 1 Important note when using legacy - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 49
, Windows NT) environment, using the Serial ATA connectors will disable the ICHR chipset support to one of the IDE channels (either primary or secondary channel). 2. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0) is available only if you are using Windows XP. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-23 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 50
IDE Configuration" for details on the related BIOS items. BIOS item Windows 2000/XP Onboard IDE Operate Mode Enhanced Mode Enhanced Mode Support On S-ATA IDE Port Settings - Windows 98/Me/NT4.0 A B C Compatible Mode - Compatible Mode - Compatible Mode - Primary P-ATA+S-ATA Sec. P-ATA - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 51
installed Serial ATA devices. You cannot enter the SATARaid™ utility and SATA BIOS setup during POST if there are no connected Serial ATA devices. 2. The Promise PDC20376 RAID controller does not support ATAPI devices such as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-25 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 52
on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. P4C800-E RAID Connector 1. If you wish to create a RAID set using UltraATA hard disks, make sure that you have connected the UltraATA cable and installed UltraATA 133 hard disks. 2. The Promise PDC20376 RAID controller does not support ATAPI devices such as CD-ROMs - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 53
the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! ® P4C800-E PWR_FAN CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation GND +12V Rotation P4C800-E 12-Volt Fan Connectors ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-27 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 54
-pin ATXPWR connector, this motherboard requires that you connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug to provide sufficient power to the CPU. 1. Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system does not boot up. 2. Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 8A on the - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 55
® P4C800-E P4C800-E Digital Audio Connector 12. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME) This connector supports an audio files. +5V J1B2 J1CY GND GND J1CX J1B1 +5V ® P4C800-E GAME P4C800-E Game Connector MIDI_IN J2B2 J2CY MIDI_OUT J2CX J2B1 +5V ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 56
module has two USB 2.0 ports that support the next generation USB peripherals such as high resolution cameras, scanners, and printers. USB+8V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC ® P4C800-E P4C800-E USB 2.0 Header USB56 1 USB+6V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB78 1 USB+7V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 57
a 1394-compliant internal hard disk to this connector. TPA0GND TPB0+12V GND ® P4C800-E P4C800-E IEEE-1394 Connector IE1394_2 1 TPA0+ GND TPB0+ +12V NEVER connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394 connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-31 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 58
This is an interface for the Intel front panel audio cable that allow convenient connection and control of audio devices. By default, the pins panel audio cable. AGND +5VA BLINE_OUT_R BLINE_OUT_L MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L ® P4C800-E FP_AUDIO P4C800-E Front Panel Audio Connector 17 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 59
the power switch while in the ON mode for more than 4 seconds turns the system OFF. • Reset Switch Lead (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch for rebooting the system without turning off the system power. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 2-33 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 60
2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 61
Chapter 3 This chapter describes the power up sequence and gives information on the BIOS beep codes. Powering up - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 62
Chapter summary 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Vocal POST Messages 3-2 3.3 Powering off the computer 3-4 ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 63
error Motherboard timer not operational Keyboard controller BAT test error General exception error Display memory error CMOS shutdown register read/write error 7. At power on, hold down to enter BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 64
to section "2.5 System memory" for instruction on installing a DIMM. • Install a PCI VGA card into one of the PCI slots, or a +0.8V/1.5V AGP card into the AGP slot. • Make sure that your VGA/AGP card is not defective. • Check your CPU settings in BIOS and make sure you only set to the recommended - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 65
and make sure it is not defective. • Call ASUS technical support for assistance. See the "ASUS contact information" on page x. System completed Power-On Self Test • No action required Computer now booting from operating • No action required system ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 3-3 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 66
the BIOS setting. See section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4. Using the OS shut down function If you use Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP, click the Start button, click Shut Down, then the OK button to shut down the computer. The power supply should turn off after Windows shuts down. 3-4 Chapter 3: Powering - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 67
Chapter 4 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS setup - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 68
Chapter summary 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS Setup program 4-6 4.3 Main menu 4-9 4.4 Advanced menu 4-14 4.5 Power menu 4-27 4.6 Boot menu 4-32 4.7 Exit menu 4-38 ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 69
down the BIOS file name to a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS file name at the prompt. 2. Copy the AFUDOS.EXE utility from the support CD to the bootable floppy disk that contains the BIOS file. 3. Boot the system from the floppy disk. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-1 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 70
, type the command line: afudos /i where "filename.rom" means the latest (or original) BIOS file that you copied to the bootable floppy disk. The screen displays the status of the update process. The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only. What you see on your screen may - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 71
while updating the BIOS! Doing so may cause system boot failure! User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file "P4C800ED.rom". Completed. Start flashing... Flashed successfully. Rebooting. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-3 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 72
disk that contains the original, or the latest, BIOS file for this motherboard (P4C800ED.ROM). If the BIOS file that you downloaded from the ASUS website has a different filename (e.g. P4C800ED11.ROM), rename it to P4C800ED.ROM. The BIOS update process continues when the P4C800ED.ROM is found. Bad - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 73
so may cause system boot failure! 4. When the BIOS update process is complete, reboot the system. 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 P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-5 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 74
Setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware hub (FWH) 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 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 75
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help System Time System Date menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-7 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 76
a list of options. Refer to "4.2.7 Pop-up window." 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press Enter to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 4.2.8 Scroll bar Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below may cause system to - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 77
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.] 4.3.4 Language [English] This field allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the available options. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-9 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 78
to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to Disabled, the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 79
Support On Configure S-ATA as RAID Set to Enhanced Mode if you are using native OS, such as Windows 2000/XP. Set to Compatible Mode if you are using legacy OS including MS-DOS, Windows ME/98/NT4.0. Configuration options: [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 80
to any of these options and encounter problems, revert to the default setting S-ATA. Configuration options: [P-ATA+S-ATA] [S-ATA] [P-ATA] The Enhanced Mode Support On appears only when the item Onboard IDE Operate Mode is set to Enhanced Mode. Configure SATA as RAID [No] Allows you to configure the - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 81
Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit AMI BIOS This item displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor This item displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory This item displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-13 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 82
one of the preset overclocking options. Configuration options: [Manual] [Standard] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%] Selecting a very high CPU frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. 4-14 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 83
bus multiple equals the CPU speed. The value of this item is auto-detected by BIOS. The values range from 100 to 400. DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the DDR operating frequency. Configuration options: [266 MHz] [333 MHz] [400 MHz] [Auto] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-15 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 84
unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. CPU VCore Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select a specific CPU VCore voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.6000V] ... [1.4750V] Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU VCore voltage. A very high Vcore voltage may severely - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 85
show the CPU-related information auto-detected by BIOS. Configure advanced CPU settings Manufacturer : Intel(R) Brand String : Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 2.53GHz appears only if you installed an Intel Pentium 4 CPU that supports this feature. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-17 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 86
Enter to display the sub-menu. Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below may cause system to malfunction. Configure DRAM Timing by SPD Performance Acceleration Mode DRAM Idle Timer DRAm Refresh Rate [Enabled] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] Graphic Adapter Priority - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 87
[AGP/PCI] [PCI/AGP] Graphics Aperture Size [64MB] Allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data. Configuration options: [4MB] ] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MPS Revision [1.4] Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-19 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 88
/MIDI Port [Auto] [Enabled] [RAID] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [378] [Normal] [1.9] [DMA3] [IRQ7] [Disabled] Select Screen Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit OnBoard AC'97 Audio [Auto] [Auto] allows the BIOS to detect whether you are - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 89
selection of the Parallel Port ECP DMA channel. This item appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to ECP. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Allows you to [Disabled] [200/300] [200/330] [208/300] [208/330] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-21 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 90
: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 4-22 Chapter - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 91
the autodetected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. USB Function [8 USB Ports] Allows you to set the number of USB ports to activate. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2 USB Ports] [4 USB Ports] [6 USB Ports] [8 USB Ports] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-23 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 92
support for legacy USB devices. Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support only when there are installed USB devices. 4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 93
: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when Speech POST Reporter is set to Enabled. Report IDE Error [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Report System Booting [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-25 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 94
ESC Exit Instant Music [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Instant Music feature in BIOS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] When Instant Music is enabled, the PS/2 keyboard power up feature is automatically disabled. Instant Music CD-ROM Drive [IDE Secondary Master] Allows you - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 95
pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.5.5 BIOS -> AML ACPI Table [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the inclusion of the BIOS ->AML exchange pointer to (X)RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-27 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 96
Down Mode Suspend Time Out Throttle Slow Clock Ratio System Thermal Power Button Mode Restore on AC Power Loss Power On By RTC Alarm Power On By External Modem Power On By PCI Devices Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Enabled] [Suspend] [Suspend] [Disabled] [50%] [Disabled] [On - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 97
] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] This parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 98
onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard, CPU, and power supply temperatures. Select Disabled if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. Q-Fan Control [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 99
voltage regulators. If any of the monitored items is out of range, the following error message appears: "Hardware Monitor found an error. Enter Power setup menu for details". You will then be prompted to "Press F1 to continue or DEL to enter SETUP". ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-31 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 100
system boot options. Select an item then press Enter to display the sub-menu. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Select Screen system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled] 4-32 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 101
] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to select 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] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-33 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 102
the system displays the message "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS Setup - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 103
item now shows Installed. To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press Enter. The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-35 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 104
BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section "2.7 Jumpers" for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. Security Settings Supervisor - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 105
. 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 boot sector virus protection. Configuration options: [Disabledc] [Enabled] ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-37 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 106
you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Exit Options Exit sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select [Yes] - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 107
parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select [Yes] to load default values. Select Exit Saving Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 4-39 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 108
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Chapter 5 This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Software support - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 110
Chapter summary 5.1 Install an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.3 Software information 5-7 5.4 Promise RAID configurations 5-25 5.5 Intel RAID for Serial ATA 5-33 ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 111
. Click an item to install Click an icon to display more information If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-1 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 112
the Intel Application Accelerator driver. If you are using Windows® XP, this driver allows RAID 0 configuration for the Serial ATA channels. Promise FastTrak 378 Driver This item installs the Promise FastTrak 378 driver for the Serial ATA and RAID features. AD1985 Audio Driver and Application - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 113
the motherboard supports. ASUS PC Probe This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, 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 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 114
driver under Windows 98SE/ME/ 2000 operating system. Windows XP already includes the Microsoft Direct X driver. You do not need to install the driver . ASUS Screen Saver This item installs the ASUS screen saver. 5.2.4 ASUS Contact Information Clicking the ASUS Contact Information tab displays as - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 115
the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info The window displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this CD The window displays the support CD contents in graphical format. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-5 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 116
Technical Support Form The window displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill up when requesting technical support. Filelist The window displays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each in text format. 5-6 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 117
The ASUS Update initial screen appears. 2. Select your desired update method, then click Next. 3. If you selected updating/ downloading from the Internet, select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or choose Auto Select. Click Next. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 118
update the BIOS from a file, a window pops up prompting you to locate the file. Select the file, click Save, then follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. 5.3.2 ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the support - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 119
image, it displays larger on the ASUS Update, you may also launch ASUS MyLogo2 directly from the Windows Start menu to change your BIOS boot logo. After you have modified the BIOS file with the new logo, use the ASUS Update utility to upload the new BIOS. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 120
allows you to check other information about your computer, including hard disk space, memory usage, and CPU type, CPU speed, and internal/external frequencies through the DMI Explorer. Starting ASUS PC Probe When ASUS PC Probe starts, a splash screen appears allowing you to select whether to show - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 121
Using ASUS PC Probe Monitoring Monitor Summary Shows a summary of the items being monitored. Temperature Monitor Shows the PC temperature (for supported processors only). Temperature Warning threshold level) Voltage Monitor Shows the PC voltages. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-11 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 122
Settings Lets you set threshold levels and polling intervals or refresh times of the PC's temperature, fan rotation, and voltages. CPU Cooling System Setup Lets you select when to enable software CPU cooling. When When CPU Overheated is selected, the CPU cooling system is enabled whenever the CPU CPU - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 123
to the PC, such as CPU type, CPU speed, and internal/external frequencies, and memory size. Utility Lets you run programs outside of the ASUS Probe modules. To run a program, click Execute Program. NOTE: This feature is currently unavailable. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-13 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 124
Probe icon brings up a menu to open or exit ASUS PC Probe and pause or resume all system monitoring. When the ASUS PC Probe senses a problem with your PC, portions of the ASUS PC Probe icon change to red, the PC speaker beeps, and the ASUS PC Probe monitor appears. 5-14 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 125
the software menu in the support CD. See section "5.2.3 Software menu". To avoid conflicts, do not run the Winbond Voice Editor while running the ASUS PC Probe. Follow these steps then click the Play button. The default language setting is English. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-15 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 126
default language 1. Click on the Load button. a window showing the available languages appears. 2. Select your desired due to file size constraints. 3. Click on the Write button to update the EEPROM. 4. Click Yes on the confirmation window that appears. The next time you boot your computer, the POST - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 127
for your wave files so you can locate them easily in one place. 5. From the Voice Editor screen, click on the Add button to display the Add Wave File window. 6. Copy the wave files that you recorded to the database. Close the window when done. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-17 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 128
Click a POST event on the Voice Editor screen, then on the Edit button. The Event Sound Editor window appears. 8. Locate and select your wave file for the event then click on the arrow quality • Skip lesser used events like FDD Detection, IDE HDD Detection, etc. 5-18 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 129
installed, you will find the SoundMAX4 XL icon on the taskbar. SoundMAX4 XL icon From the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMAX4 XL icon to display the SoundMAX Control Panel. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-19 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 130
/ attenuation of the inputs/outputs for optimal audio performance. You may launch the setup instructions to configure the speakers to your desired settings. Microphone wizard Follow the screen instructions to configure the microphone to your desired settings. 5-20 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 131
you to change various audio settings. Listening environment options The SoundMAX4 XL support several audio technologies including SoundMAX SPX™ Animated Audio, 3DPA™, MultiDrive™ 5.1, EnvironmentFC™, MacroFX/ZoomFX™, and Virtual Theater Surround. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-21 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 132
Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Windows 98SE only supports 4.1-channel speaker setting. 5.3.6 ASUS Instant Music The motherboard is equipped with a BIOS-based audio playback feature called Instant Music. This feature is supported by the onboard audio AC'97 CODEC, and requires an optical - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 133
PREVIOUS NEXT F1 F2 F3 F4 VOL. DOWN VOL. UP F5 F6 F7 F8 To guide you in using Instant Music, place the Instant Music label over the function keys on the keyboard. The Instant Music keyboard label comes with your motherboard package. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-23 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 134
keys (Set 2) CD ON/OFF CAPS SCROLL LOCK LOCK LED LED PLAY/PAUSE STOP/EJECT PREVIOUS NEXT VOL. DOWN VOL. UP 3. Connect speakers or a headphone to the Line Out (lime colored) port on the rear panel for audio output. F2 or Enter one more time to eject the CD. 5-24 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 135
Driver from the support CD to a floppy disk before creating RAID configurations. 2. Refer to the FastTrak 378 Quick Start Guide and SATA Quick Start Guide in the support CD for detailed information on RAID configurations under different operating systems. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 136
the power connector on each drive. 5. Boot the system and enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 6. Go to the Advanced menu in BIOS and set the appropriate IDE configuration settings. 7. Save your changes and Exit Setup. 8. Proceed to section 5.4.2 for the next procedure. 5-26 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 137
to the ATAIDE connectors on the motherboard, the MBFastTrak378™ BIOS displays the following: MBFastTrak378 (tm) BIOS version 1.00 (c)2000-2005 Promise ] Delete Array 4 ] Rebuild Array 5 ] [ Keys Available ] Press 1..5 to select Option [ESC] Exit ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-27 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 138
Optimize Array for and select "Performance" with the space bar. The Mode field displays "Stripe". 3. After making a selection, press to save and create a RAID treat the RAID 0 array as a single drive unit. 7. Install the RAID driver from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 139
has been created. Array has been created. 6. Press any key to reboot the system. During the boot process, the MBFastTrak376 BIOS checks and displays the disk array information. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-29 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 140
operating system (OS). 8. Install the RAID driver from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. Depending on the operating system the arrow keys to go to the field Optimize Array for and select "Security" with the space bar. The Mode field displays "Mirror". 3. Press to save - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 141
of the defunct hard disk. 4. Power off the system and replace the hard disk with an identical model. 5. Reboot and enter the FastBuild™ Main Menu again. 6. Select for Rebuild Array. The malfunctioning array is highlighted. Press Enter to select. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-31 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 142
-2005 Promise Technology, Inc. [ View Array Definition Menu ] Array No RAID Mode Array 1 Mirror/Stripe Total Drv 4 Status Critical Stripe Block: Not intact source hard disk onto a new replacement hard disk. A progress gauge displays the copy progress for the duration of the task. 9. After the - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 143
> to save your changes and exit the Setup utility. For more information on the Intel RAID for Serial ATA , refer to the Intel Application Accelerator (RAID Edition) User's Manual in the motherboard support CD. See path \Manual\IAA RAID Manual.doc. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-33 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 144
data cable to an SATA connector on the motherboard, then connect the other end to the hard disk. 3. Connect a 4-pin power cable to the power connector on the hard disk. 5.5.3 Creating, Deleting, and Resetting RAID Sets Use the Intel® Integrated RAID for Serial ATA - RAID Configuration Utility to - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 145
. Press Y when a confirmation message appears. Are you sure you want to create this volume (Y/N) 5. Scroll down to option 4. Exit and press to exit the RAID configuration utility. Press Y when a confirmation message appears. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-35 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 146
Take caution when deleting a RAID volume. Deleting a RAID volume erases all data on the RAID drives! Intel(R) Integrated RAID for Serial ATA - RAID Configuration Utility Copyright(C) 2003 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. v3.x.x.xxxx [ DELETE ARRAY MENU ] Name Level Drives RAID_Volume1 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 147
back to a Non-RAID disk that can then be used or reallocated to a new RAID volume. WARNING: Selecting "Yes" will cause all data on any RAID disk (RAID Volume or Other RAID Disk) to be lost. Are you sure you want to destroy all RAID data (Y/N): ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe motherboard user guide 5-37 - Asus P4C800-E Deluxe | P4C800-E Deluxe User's manual english version E1347 - Page 148
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SEC_IDE FLOPPY QUICK REFERENCE CARD 2 9 PWR_FAN 18 CPU_FAN P4C800-E ASUS Motherboard Refer to the Quick Setup Guide when installing components or devices for the items indicated in this reference card. 3 ® 7 P4C800-E PRI_IDE 5 6 CHA_FAN Power LED Speaker Connector PLED+ PLED+5V Ground
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