ASROCK GE PRO-HT R3.0 User manual

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GE Pro-HT
GE Pro-M2
User Manual
Version 3.0
Published July 2003
Copyright©2003 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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Contents
1 Introduction.................................................... 4
1.1 Package Contents ........................................................... 4
1.2 Specifications ................................................................. 5
1.3 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro-HT) .................................. 7
1.4 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro-M2) .................................. 8
1.5 ASRock I/OTM (GE Pro-HT / GE Pro-M2) .......................... 9
2 Installation ...................................................... 10
2.1 Screw Holes ................................................................... 10
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions ............................................ 10
2.3 CPU Installation ............................................................... 11
2.4 Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan .............................. 11
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .......................... 12
2.6 Expansion Slots .............................................................. 12
2.7 Jumpers Setup ................................................................ 13
2.8 Connectors ..................................................................... 14
3 BIOS Setup ...................................................... 16
3.1 BIOS Setup Utility ............................................................ 16
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ..................................................... 16
3.1.2 Legend Bar ........................................................... 16
3.2 Main Menu ....................................................................... 17
3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus ...... 19
4 Software Support ........................................... 20
4.1 Installing Operating System ............................................ 20
4.2 Support CD Information ................................................... 20
4.2.1 Running Support CD ............................................. 20
4.2.2 Drivers Menu ........................................................ 20
4.2.3 Utilities Menu ......................................................... 20
4.2.4 ASRock “PC-DIY Live Demo” Program ................. 20
4.2.5 Contact Information............................................... 20
Appendix ........................................................... 21
1. Advanced Menu ............................................................. 21
2. Security Menu ................................................................. 25
3. Power Menu ................................................................... 26
4. Boot Menu ....................................................................... 27
5. Exit Menu......................................................................... 28

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock GE Pro-HT / GE Pro-M2 motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It de-
livers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commit-
ment to quality and endurance.
Chapter 1 and 2 of this manual contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-
step installation guide for new DIY system builders. Chapter 3 and 4 contain basic
BIOS setup and Support CD information.
For advanced users’ reference, the Appendix appearing on page 21 offers more
advanced BIOS setup information.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software
might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to
change without notice. In case any modifications of this manual
occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website
without further notice. You may find the latest memory and CPU
support lists on ASRock website as well.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock GE Pro-HT or GE Pro-M2 motherboard
(Micro ATX form factor: 9.6" x 7.5", 24.4 x 19.1 cm)
ASRock GE Pro-HT / GE Pro-M2 Quick Installation Guide
ASRock Intel-SiS Support CD
1 cable for IDE devices (1 x ATA 66 / 100 / 133)
1 cable for floppy drive (1 x ribbon cable)
1 ASRock I/O shield
1 COM port bracket
1 ASRock MR card (Optional)

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1.2 Specifications
Platform: Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 7.5", 24.4 x 19.1 cm)
CPU: Socket 478 for Intel®Pentium®4 / Celeron®processor
Chipsets: North Bridge (GE Pro-HT):
SiS 651 chipset, FSB @ 533/400MHz,
supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1);
North Bridge (GE Pro-M2):
SiS 533/333 chipset, FSB @ 533/400MHz;
South Bridge: SiS 962L chipset, supports USB 2.0, ATA 133
VGA: SiS Real 256E, 4MB-64MB VRAM (share memory)
Memory: 2DDRDIMM slots:DDRDIMM1 andDDRDIMM2
support PC1600 (DDR200) / PC2100 (DDR266) /
PC2700 (DDR333), Max. 2GB;
IDE: IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;
IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;
Can connect up to 4 IDE devices
Floppy Port: Supports 2 floppy disk drives
Audio: 5.1 channels AC’97 Audio
LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN
Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing (ASRock U-COP);
Chassis temperature sensing;
CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life (ASRock U-COP)
(see CAUTION 2);
Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore;
CPU fan tachometer; Chassis fan tachometer
PCI slots: 2 slots with PCI Specification 2.2
AGP slot: 1 universal AGP slot, AGP 2.0 compliant,
supports 3.3V / 1.5V, 4X / 2X / 1X AGP card
AMR slot: 1 slot, supports ASRock MR card (Optional)
USB 2.0: 4 default USB 2.0 ports and 1 extra set of header for 2 additional
USB 2.0 ports upgrade (see CAUTION 3)
ASRock I/OTM:PS/2: 1 keyboard port / 1 mouse port;
1 RJ 45 port; 4 rear default USB 2.0 ports;
1 VGA port; 1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support;
Audio Jack: Line Out/ Line In/ Microphone + Game port
BIOS: AMI legal BIOS; Supports “Plug and Play”;
ACPI 1.1 compliance wake up events;
Supports jumperfree; SMBIOS 2.3.1 support;
CPU frequency stepless control
(only for advanced users’ reference, see CAUTION 4)
OS: Microsoft®Windows®98SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant

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CAUTION!
1. About the setting of “Hyper Threading Technology”, please check page 21.
2. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
Please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly before
you resume the system. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray
thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC
system.
3. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft®Windows®
XP. It may not work properly under Microsoft®Windows®98/ME/2000.
Please refer to Microsoft®official document at
http://www.microsoft.com/whdc/hwdev/bus/USB/USB2support.mspx
4. Although GE Pro-HT / GE Pro-M2 offers stepless control, it is not
recommended to perform over clocking. When the CPU frequency of
GE Pro-HT / GE Pro-M2 is set to perform over clocking, other clocks, such
as PCI clock, AGP clock and Memory clock will also be overclocked
proportionally. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus
frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU
and the motherboard.

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1.3 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro-HT)
1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 16 Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS1, solder points)
2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 17 External Speaker Connector (SPEAKER1)
3 CPU Socket 18 Infrared Module Connector (IR1)
4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 19 AMR Slot (AMR1)
5 North Bridge Controller 20 Serial Port Connector (COM1)
6 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots (DDR DIMM1- 2) 21 Flash Memory
7 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 22 AUDIO CODEC
8 Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) 23 Front Panel Audio Connector (AUDIO1)
9 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP1) 24 JR1 Jumper
10 South Bridge Controller 25 JL1 Jumper
11 PCI Slots (PCI 1- 2) 26 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
12 USB 2.0 Header (USB45, Blue) 27 Internal Audio Connector: AUX1 (White)
13 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 28 LAN PHY
14 System Panel Connector (PANEL1) 29 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
15 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
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GE PRO-HT
DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
IDE2
IDE1
FLOPPY1
AMR1
1
COM1
USB45
1
IR1
1
SPEAKER1
1
CHA_FAN1
SiS
962L
CMOS
Battery
PCI 2
PCI 1
Super
I/O
2MB
BIOS
1
AUDIO1
JR1
JL1
AUDIO
CODEC
1
PS2_USB_PWR1
SiS
651
Chipset
mPGA478B
ATXPWR1
Mic
In
GAME AUDIO1
LAN
(optional)
USB 2.0
Ports
Mic in
Line out
GAME AUDIO1
PARALLEL PORT
PS/2
Mouse
PS/2
Keyboard
VGA
Line
In
Line in
USB 2.0
Ports
AGP1
CPU_FAN1
19.1cm (7.5 in)
24.4cm (9.6 in)
AUX1 CD1
214
6
5.1CH
PANEL1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
1
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LAN
PHY
CLRCMOS1
3 5
9
10
11
7
8
12
13
151617
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1920
22
23
24
27
28
25
26
21
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1.4 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro-M2)
1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 16 Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS1, solder points)
2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 17 External Speaker Connector (SPEAKER1)
3 CPU Socket 18 Infrared Module Connector (IR1)
4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 19 AMR Slot (AMR1)
5 North Bridge Controller 20 Serial Port Connector (COM1)
6 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots (DDR DIMM1- 2) 21 Flash Memory
7 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 22 AUDIO CODEC
8 Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) 23 Front Panel Audio Connector (AUDIO1)
9 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP1) 24 JR1 Jumper
10 South Bridge Controller 25 JL1 Jumper
11 PCI Slots (PCI 1- 2) 26 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
12 USB 2.0 Header (USB45, Blue) 27 Internal Audio Connector: AUX1 (White)
13 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 28 LAN PHY
14 System Panel Connector (PANEL1) 29 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
15 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
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GE PRO-M2
DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
IDE1
FLOPPY1
AMR1
1
COM1
USB45
1
IR1
1
SPEAKER1
1
CHA_FAN1
SiS
962L
CMOS
Battery
PCI 2
PCI 1
Super
I/O
2MB
BIOS
1
AUDIO1
JR1
JL1
AUDIO
CODEC
1
PS2_USB_PWR1
SiS
533/333
Chipset
mPGA478B
ATXPWR1
Mic
In
GAME AUDIO1
LAN
(optional)
USB 2.0
Ports
Mic in
Line out
GAME AUDIO1
PARALLEL PORT
PS/2
Mouse
PS/2
Keyboard
VGA
Line
In
Line in
USB 2.0
Ports
AGP1
CPU_FAN1
19.1cm (7.5 in)
24.4cm (9.6 in)
AUX1 CD1
214
6
PANEL1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
1
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LAN
PHY
CLRCMOS1
3 5
10
11
7
8
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151617
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1920
22
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24
27
28
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1.5 ASRock I/OTM (GE Pro-HT / GE Pro-M2)
1 Parallel Port 6 Line Out (Lime)
2 RJ-45 Port 7 USB 2.0 Ports
3 Game Port 8 VGA Port
4 Microphone (Pink) 9 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
5 Line In (Light Blue) 10 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)

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Chapter 2 Installation
GE Pro-HT / GE Pro-M2 is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 7.5", 24.4 x 19.1 cm)
motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your
chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and
damages to motherboard components.
2.1 Screw Holes
Place screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis.
Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the
motherboard.
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER
place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use
a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle
components.
3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or
in the bag that comes with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,
peripherals, and/or components.

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2.3 CPU Installation
Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90oangle.
Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that its marked corner
matches the base of the socket lever.
Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.
The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the
CPU into the socket to avoid bending of the pins.
Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push
down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab
to indicate that it is locked.
Step 1 Step 2, 3 Step 4
2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Intel®Pentium®4 CPU requires larger heatsink and cooling fan. Thermal
grease between the CPU and the heatsink is also needed to improve heat
dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened
and in good contact with each other. For proper installation, please kindly
refer to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan and heatsink vendors.

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2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
GE Pro-HT / GE Pro-M2 motherboard provides two 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate)
DIMM slots.
Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or
removing DIMMs or the system components.
Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward.
Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break
on the slot.
Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clip snap back in place
and the DIMM is properly seated.
2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI, AMR, and AGP Slots)
There are 2 PCI slots, 1 AMR slot, and 1 AGP slot on GE Pro-HT or GE Pro-M2
motherboard.
PCI slots: The PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit
PCI interface.
AMR slot: The AMR slot is used to insert an ASRock MR card (optional) with
v.92 Modem functionality.
AGP slot: The AGP slot is AGP 2.0 compliant and supports a 4X / 2X / 1X AGP
card. The ASRock AGP slot has a special locking mechanism which
can securely fasten the inserted graphics card.
Installing an expansion card
Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation of the
expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card.
Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a
chassis).
Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws
for later use.
Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
Step 6. Replace the system cover.

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+5V
1_2
+5VSB
2_3
2.7 Jumpers Setup
The illustration shows how jumpers are
setup. When the jumper cap is placed on
pins, the jumper is “SHORT”. If no jumper cap
is placed on pins, the jumper is “OPEN”. The
illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1
and pin2 are “SHORT” when jumper cap is
placed on these 2 pins.
Jumper Setting Description
PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.7/p.8 item 1) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or
USB wake up events.
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by
power supply.
JR1(see p.7/p.8 item 24)
JL1(see p.7/p.8 item 25)
Note: When you connect speakers in back panel and front panel at the same time,
1. If the jumpers JL1 and JR1 are short (see fig. 1), both front panel and
rear panel audio connectors can work.
2. If both jumper caps on JL1 and JR1 are removed (see fig. 2), only front
panel audio works.
However, it requires your front panel to support the function.
Clear CMOS
CLRCMOS1
(see p.7/p.8 item 16)
Note: CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes
system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system
setup parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup,
please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord, then short the solder
points for more than 3 seconds by using metal material, e.g., a paper clip.
JR1 JL1 JR1 JL1
fig. 1 fig. 2
solder points

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FLOPPY1
Pin1
Red marking
IDE1
PIN1
IDE2
PIN1
Connect this end
to the IDE devices
BLACK
Connect this end
to the motherboard
BLUE
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+5P-5
P+4
P-4
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
DUMMY
GND
+5V
IRTX
IRRX
1
2.8 Connectors
Connectors are NOT jumpers. DO NOT place jumper caps over
these connectors.
Connector Figure Description
FDD connector
(33-pin FLOPPY1)
(see p.7/p.8 item 15)
Note: Match the red marking on the floppy ribbon cable with Pin1.
Primary IDE connector (Blue) Secondary IDE connector (Black)
(39-pin IDE1, see p.7/p.8 item 7) (39-pin IDE2, see p.7/p.8 item 8)
Note: To optimize compatibility and performance, please connect your hard disk
drive to the primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) and CD-ROM to the
secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black).
USB 2.0 header ASRock I/OTM provides 4
(9-pin USB45) default USB 2.0 ports. If those
(see p.7/p.8 item 12) USB 2.0 ports on the rear
panel are not sufficient, this
USB 2.0 header is available to
support 2 additional USB 2.0
ports.
Infrared module connector This connector supports an
(5-pin IR1) optional wireless transmitting
(see p.7/p.8 item 18) and receiving infrared module.
Internal audio connectors These connectors allow you
(4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1) to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.7/p.8 item 26) from sound sources such as
(AUX1: see p.7/p.8 item 27) a CD-ROM, DVD/ROM, TV
tuner card, or MPEG card.
AUX-R
GND
GND
AUX-L
AUX1
CD-R
GND
GND
CD-L
CD1
80-Pin ATA 100/133 cable

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+5V
DUMMY
DUMMY
SPEAKER
1
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED
GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED
CCTS#1
DDSR#1
DDTR#1
RRXD1
DDCD#1
TTXD1
GND
RRTS#1
RRI#1
1
GND
PWRBTN#
PLED-
PLED+
DUMMY
RESET#
GND
HDLED+
HDLED-
1
Front panel audio connector This is an interface for front
(9-pin AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.7/p.8 item 23) convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
System panel connector This connector accommo-
(9-pin PANEL1) dates several system front
(see p.7/p.8 item 14) panel functions.
External speaker connector This connector allows you
(4-pin SPEAKER 1) to attach to an external
(see p.7/p.8 item 17) speaker.
Chassis fan connector Connect the fan cable to the
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) connector matching the black
(see p.7/p.8 item 13) wire to the ground pin.
CPU fan connector Connect the fan cable to the
(3-pin CPU_FAN1) connector matching the black
(see p.7/p.8 item 4) wire to the ground pin.
ATX power connector Connect an ATX power
(20-pin ATXPWR1) supply to the connector.
(see p.7/p.8 item 29)
Serial port connector This COM1 header supports
(9-pin COM1) a serial port module.
(see p.7/p.8 item 20)
GND
GND
+5VA
BACKOUT-R
BACKOUT-L
AUD-OUT-L
AUD-OUT-R
MIC-POWER
MIC
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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
3.1 BIOS Setup Utility
This section explains how to configure your system using the BIOS Setup Utility. The
Flash Memory on the motherboard stores the BIOS Setup Utility. When you start up
the computer, there is a chance for you to run the BIOS Setup. Press <F2> during the
Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the BIOS Setup Utility, otherwise, POST
continues with its test routines.
If you wish to enter the BIOS Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing
<Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You
can also restart by turning the system off and then back on.
The BIOS Setup Utility is designed to be user-friendly. It is a menu-driven program,
which allows you to scroll through its various sub-menus and select among the
predetermined choices.
Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the
following BIOS setup screens and descriptions are for reference
purpose only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:
MAIN Sets up the basic system configuration
ADVANCED Sets up the advanced features
SECURITY Sets up the security features
POWER Configures Power Management features
BOOT Configures the default system device that is used
to locate and load the Operating System
EXIT Exits the current menu or the BIOS Setup
To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard
until the desired item is highlighted.
3.1.2 Legend Bar
At the bottom of the Setup Screen is a legend bar. The following table lists the keys
in the legend bar with their corresponding functions.

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Navigation Key(s) Function Description
<F1> Displays the General Help Screen
<ESC> Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the upper menu
from the current menu
/ Moves cursor up or down between fields
/ Selects menu to the left or right
+ / - Increases or decreases values
<Enter> Brings up a selected menu for a highlighted field
<F9> Loads all the setup items to default value
<F10> Saves changes and exits Setup
3.2 Main Menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the following screen appears.
System Date [Month/Day/Year]
Set the system date that you specify. Valid values for month, day, and year are
Month: (Jan to Dec), Day: (1 to 31), Year: (up to 2099). Use keys to move
between the Month, Day and Year fields.
System Time [Hour:Minute:Second]
Set the system to the time that you specify. Use keys to move between
the Hour, Minute and Second fields.
Floppy Drives
Use this to set the type of floppy drives installed.
IDE Devices
Use this to configure IDE devices.
AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Main
Advanced
Security
Power
Boot
Exit
System Date
System Time
Floppy Drives
IDE Devices
BIOS Version
Processor Type
Processor Speed
Cache Size
Microcode Update
Total Memory
DDR1
DDR2
[ Setup Help ]
GE PRO-HT BIOS P1.00
Pentium (R) 4 CPU
Month: Jan - Dec
Day: 01-31
Year:1980-2099
F1:Help
Esc:Exit
F9:Setup Defaults
F10:Save & Exit
+/-:Change Values
Enter:Select Sub-Menu
:Select Item
:Select Menu
2100 MHz
512 KB
F23/08
224 MB + 32 MB Share Memory
None
256 MB / 333 MHz
20:07:40
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Jul

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TYPE
To set the type of the IDE device, first, please select “IDE Devices” on Main
menu and press <Enter> to get into the sub-menu. Then, select among
“Primary IDE Master”, “Primary IDE Slave”, “Secondary IDE Master”, and
“Secondary IDE Slave” to make configuration of its type. Below are the
configuration options.
[USER]: It allows user to manually enter the number of cylinders, heads,
and sectors per track for the drive.
Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you
have the correct configuration information supplied by the drive
manufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail
to recognize the installed hard disk.
[Auto]: Select [Auto] to automatically detect hard disk drive. If auto-
detection is successful, the BIOS Setup automatically fills in the
correct values for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the auto-
detection fails, it may due to that the hard disk is too old or too new.
If the hard disk was already formatted on an older system, the BIOS
Setup may detect incorrect parameters. In these cases, select [User]
to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters.
After entering the hard disk information into BIOS, use a disk utility,
such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives.
This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard
disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk
drives to active.
AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Main
Type
Cylinders
Heads
Write Precompensation
Sectors
Maximum Capacity
LBA Mode
Block Mode
Fast Programmed I/O Modes
32 Bit Transfer Mode
Ultra DMA Mode
[ Setup Help ]
F1:Help
Esc:Previous Menu
F9:Setup Defaults
F10:Save & Exit
+/-:Change Values
Enter:Select Sub-Menu
:Select Item
Primary IDE Master:
On
On
Auto
On
Auto
Select how to set the
parameters of drive,
Or
Select [AUTO] to set
all HDD parameters
automatically.
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[CD/DVD]: This is used for IDE CD/DVD drives.
[ARMD]: This is used for IDE ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device),
such as MO.
Cylinders
This is used to configure the number of cylinders. Refer to the drive
documentation to determine the correct value.
Heads
This is used to configure the number of read/write heads. Refer to the
drive documentation to determine the correct values.
Write Pre-compensation
Enter Write Pre-compensation sector. Refer to the drive documentation to
determine the correct value.
Sectors
This is used to configure the number of sectors per track. Refer to the
drive documentation to determine the correct value.
Maximum Capacity
This field shows the drive’s maximum capacity as calculated by the BIOS
based on the drive information you entered.
LBA Mode
This allows user to select the LBA mode for a hard disk > 512 MB under
DOS and Windows; for Netware and UNIX user, select [Off] to disable the
LBA mode.
Block Mode
Set the block mode to [On] will enhance hard disk performance by reading
or writing more data during each transfer.
Fast Programmed I/O Modes
This allows user to set the PIO mode to enhance hard disk performance by
optimizing the hard disk timing.
32 Bit Transfer Mode
It allows user to enable 32-bit access to maximize the IDE hard disk data
transfer rate.
Ultra DMA Mode
Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity
for compatible IDE devices. Set to [Disabled] to suppress Ultra DMA
capability.
3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus
Detailed descriptions of these menus are listed in the Appendix. See page 21.

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Chapter 4 Software Support
4.1 Install Operating System
This motherboard supports various Microsoft®Windows®operating systems:
98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary,
use the setup procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your
OS documentation for more information.
4.2 Support CD Information
The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and
useful utilities that enhance the motherboard features.
4.2.1 Running The Support CD
To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD
automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your computer.
If the Main Menu did not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file
“ASSETUP.EXE” from the BIN folder in the Support CD to display the menus.
4.2.2 Drivers Menu
The Drivers Menu shows the available devices drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Please install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
4.2.3 Utilities Menu
The Utilities Menu shows the applications software that the motherboard
supports. Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.
4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program
ASRock presents you a multimedia PC-DIY live demo, which shows you how to
install your own PC system step by step. You can find the file through the
following path:
..\ MPEGAV \ AVSEQ01.DAT
To see this demo program, you can run Microsoft®Media Player®to play the file.
4.2.5 Contact Information
If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome
to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your
dealer for further information.