ASROCK PE PRO User manual

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PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A
User Manual
Published October 2002
Copyright©2002 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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ContentsContents
ContentsContents
Contents
1 Introduction1 Introduction
1 Introduction1 Introduction
1 Introduction ......................................................................................................
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1.1 Package Contents ......................................................... 4
1.2 Specifications ................................................................ 4
1.3 Motherboard Layout (PE Pro) ........................................ 6
1.4 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro) ....................................... 7
1.5 Motherboard Layout (G Pro A) ..................................... 8
1.6 ASRock I/OTM (PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A) ..................... 9
2 Installation2 Installation
2 Installation2 Installation
2 Installation ..........................................................................................................
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2.1 Screw Holes ................................................................. 10
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions ........................................... 10
2.3 CPU Installation .............................................................. 10
2.4 Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan ............................. 11
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) ......................... 11
2.6 Expansion Slots ............................................................. 12
2.7 Jumpers Setup .............................................................. 12
2.8 Connectors .................................................................... 13
3 BIOS Setup3 BIOS Setup
3 BIOS Setup3 BIOS Setup
3 BIOS Setup ..........................................................................................................
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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 Support4 Software Support
4 Software Support4 Software Support
4 Software Support......................................................................................
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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 Live Demo Program .................................. 20
4.2.5 Contact Information ................................................ 20
Appendix: Advanced BIOS SetupAppendix: Advanced BIOS Setup
Appendix: Advanced BIOS SetupAppendix: Advanced BIOS Setup
Appendix: Advanced BIOS Setup ......................................
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1. Advanced Menu ............................................................... 21
2. Security Menu ................................................................... 23
3. Power Menu ..................................................................... 24
4. Boot Menu ......................................................................... 25
5. Exit Menu .......................................................................... 25

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Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A 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 offers more advanced BIOS setup
information.
1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents
1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock PE Pro, GE Pro, or G Pro A motherboard (ATX form factor: 12" x 9.6")
ASRock PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A Quick Installation Guide
ASRock Intel-SiS Series 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 VGA Port bracket (Only for GE Pro and G Pro A)
1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications
1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications
1.2 Specifications
Platform: ATX form factor (12" x 9.6")
CPU: Socket 478 for Intel®Pentium® 4/ Celeron®processor
Chipsets: North Bridge on PE Pro motherboard: SiS 645 chipsets,
standard FSB 400 MHz, Max. 533 MHz;
North Bridge on GE Pro motherboard: SiS 651 chipsets,
FSB 533 MHz;
North Bridge on G Pro A motherboard: SiS 650 series chipsets,
standard FSB 400 MHz, Max. 533 MHz;
South Bridge: Supports USB 2.0, ATA 133
Clock Generator:100 MHz - 200MHz
Memory: 2 slots for DDR: DIMM1 and DIMM2, Max. 2GB (PC1600 / PC2100
/ PC2700 for PE Pro and GE Pro, PC1600 / PC2100 for G Pro A);
2 slots for SDR: DIMM3 and DIMM4, Max. 2GB (PC100/ PC133)
IDE: IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;
IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;
Can connect up to 4 IDE devices
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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);
CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life (ASRock U-COP);
Chassis temperature sensing;
Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore;
CPU fan tachometer;
Chassis fan tachometer
PCI slots: 6 slots with PCI Specification 2.2
AGP slot: 1 universal AGP slot, supports 3.3v / 1.5v, 4X / 2X / 1X AGP
card
VGA Header (only on GE Pro and G Pro A Motherboards):
for connecting VGA bracket
USB 2.0: 4 default USB ports and one extra set of header for two
additional USB ports upgrade
ASRock I/OTM:PS/2: 1 keyboard port / 1 mouse port;
1 RJ 45 port;
4 rear default USB ports (USB 2.0);
1 serial port: COM1;
1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support;
Audio Jack: Line Out/ Line In/ Microphone + 1 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)
OS: Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant
1. 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.
2. Although PE Pro/GE Pro/ G Pro A offers stepless control, it is not
recommended to perform over clocking. Frequencies other than
the recommended CPU bus frequency may cause the instability
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1.3 Motherboard Layout (PE Pro1.3 Motherboard Layout (PE Pro
1.3 Motherboard Layout (PE Pro1.3 Motherboard Layout (PE Pro
1.3 Motherboard Layout (PE Pro)
1 ATX power connector (ATXPWR1) 14 Infrared module connector (IR1)
2 CPU socket 15 Speaker connector (SPEAKER1)
3 CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) 16 South Bridge controller
4 North Bridge controller 17 CLRCMOS1
5 184-pin DDR DIMM slots (blue) 18 PCI slots
6 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slots (black) 19 Audio CODEC
7 Primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) 20 Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1)
8 Secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black) 21 LAN PHY
9 Chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1) 22 PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper
10 Floppy connector (FLOPPY1) 23 Internal audio connectors: AUX1 (white)
11 Flash Memory 24 Internal audio connectors: CD1 (black)
12 System panel connector (PANEL1) 25 AGP slot
13 USB header (USB45)
SiS
645
Chipset
PS2_USB_PWR1
Accelerated Graphics Port
PCI 1
PCI 2
PCI 3
PCI 4
PCI 5
30.5cm (12.0 in)
24.4cm (9.6 in)
Audio CODEC
AUX1
Mic
In
GAME AUDIO1
USB01
LAN
USB23
Mic in
Line out
GAME AUDIO1
PARALLEL PORT
PS/2
Mouse
PS/2
Keyboard
COM1
SiS
South
Bridge
Audio1
CPU_FAN1
PANEL 1
SPEAKER1
Line
In
Line in
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19
20
21
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23
24
22
CMOS
Battery
IDE1
FLOPPY1
10
1
HDLED RST
PLED PWRBTN
USB45
IR1
mPGA478B
PCI 6
1
1
1
1
CLRCMOS1
CHA_FAN1
IDE2
SDR DIMM1 (64 bit, 168-pin module)
SDR DIMM2 (64 bit, 168-pin module)
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01
10
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DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
5
2MB
BIOS
Super
I/O
CD1
LAN
PHY
1
PE PRO
ATA 13 3
USB2.0
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1.4 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro1.4 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro
1.4 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro1.4 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro
1.4 Motherboard Layout (GE Pro)
1 ATX power connector (ATXPWR1) 14 Infrared module connector (IR1)
2 CPU socket 15 Speaker connector (SPEAKER1)
3 CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) 16 South Bridge controller
4 North Bridge controller 17 CLRCMOS1
5 184-pin DDR DIMM slots (blue) 18 PCI slots
6 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slots (black) 19 Audio CODEC
7 Primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) 20 Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1)
8 Secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black) 21 LAN PHY
9 Chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1) 22 PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper
10 Floppy connector (FLOPPY1) 23 Internal audio connectors: AUX1 (white)
11 Flash Memory 24 Internal audio connectors: CD1 (black)
12 System panel connector (PANEL1) 25 AGP slot
13 USB header (USB45) 26 VGA header (VGA1)
SiS
Chipset
PS2_USB_PWR1
Accelerated Graphics Port
PCI 1
PCI 2
PCI 3
PCI 4
PCI 5
30.5cm (12.0 in)
24.4cm (9.6 in)
Audio CODEC
AUX1
Mic
In
GAME AUDIO1
USB01
LAN
USB23
Mic in
Line out
GAME AUDIO1
PARALLEL PORT
PS/2
Mouse
PS/2
Keyboard
COM1
SiS
South
Bridge
Audio1
CPU_FAN1
SPEAKER1
Line
In
Line in
12
34
18
19
20
21
11
23
24
22
CMOS
Battery
IDE1
FLOPPY1
10
1
USB45
IR1
mPGA478B
PCI 6
1
1
1
CLRCMOS1
CHA_FAN1
IDE2
SDR DIMM1 (64 bit, 168-pin module)
SDR DIMM2 (64 bit, 168-pin module)
6
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10
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DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
5
2MB
BIOS
Super
I/O
CD1
LAN
PHY
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GE PRO
ATA 13 3
USB2.0
5.1CH
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PANEL 1
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HDLED RST
PLED PWRBTN
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1.5 Motherboard Layout (G Pro A1.5 Motherboard Layout (G Pro A
1.5 Motherboard Layout (G Pro A)
1 ATX power connector (ATXPWR1) 14 Infrared module connector (IR1)
2 CPU socket 15 Speaker connector (SPEAKER1)
3 CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) 16 South Bridge controller
4 North Bridge controller 17 CLRCMOS1
5 184-pin DDR DIMM slots (blue) 18 PCI slots
6 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slots (black) 19 Audio CODEC
7 Primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) 20 Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1)
8 Secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black) 21 LAN PHY
9 Chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1) 22 PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper
10 Floppy connector (FLOPPY1) 23 Internal audio connectors: AUX1 (white)
11 Flash Memory 24 Internal audio connectors: CD1 (black)
12 System panel connector (PANEL1) 25 AGP slot
13 USB header (USB45) 26 VGA header (VGA1)
SiS
Series
PS2_USB_PWR1
Accelerated Graphics Port
PCI 1
PCI 2
PCI 3
PCI 4
PCI 5
30.5cm (12.0 in)
24.4cm (9.6 in)
Audio CODEC
AUX1
Mic
In
GAME AUDIO1
USB01
LAN
USB23
Mic in
Line out
GAME AUDIO1
PARALLEL PORT
PS/2
Mouse
PS/2
Keyboard
COM1
SiS
South
Bridge
Audio1
CPU_FAN1
SPEAKER1
Line
In
Line in
12
34
18
19
20
21
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24
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CMOS
Battery
IDE1
FLOPPY1
10
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USB45
IR1
mPGA478B
PCI 6
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CLRCMOS1
CHA_FAN1
IDE2
SDR DIMM1 (64 bit, 168-pin module)
SDR DIMM2 (64 bit, 168-pin module)
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10
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DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
5
2MB
BIOS
Super
I/O
CD1
LAN
PHY
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GPROA
ATA 13 3
USB2.0
5.1CH
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26
PANEL 1
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HDLED RST
PLED PWRBTN
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1.6 ASRock I/O1.6 ASRock I/O
1.6 ASRock I/OTMTM
TMTM
TM (PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A)(PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A)
(PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A)(PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A)
(PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A)
1 Parallel port 6 Line Out (Lime)
2 RJ-45 port 7 USB 2.0 ports
3 Game port 8 Serial port (COM1)
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 InstallationChapter 2 Installation
Chapter 2 InstallationChapter 2 Installation
Chapter 2 Installation
PE Pro / GE Pro / G Pro A is an ATX form factor (12" x 9.6") 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 Holes2.1 Screw Holes
2.1 Screw Holes2.1 Screw Holes
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 Precautions2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
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.
2.3 CPU Installation2.3 CPU Installation
2.3 CPU Installation2.3 CPU Installation
2.3 CPU Installation
Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90 to 100 angle.
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.

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168-pin RAM 184-pin RAM
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 Heatsink2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Intel®Pentium®4 CPU requires larger heatsink and cooling fan. Thermal grease be-
tween the CPU and the heatsink is also needed to improve heat transfer. 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.
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM) DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) has 168 pins
and DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM DIMM has 184 pins.
Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or
removing DIMMs or the system components.
The 168-pin SDRAM DIMM (black) and 184-pin DDR DIMM (blue) can be easily
distinguished by the fool-proof design.
Please do not use both 168-pin SDRAM DIMM and 184-pin DDR DIMM
at the same time. To optimize the compatibility, it is not recommended
to use two different models of the DIMMs at the same time.
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
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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 and AGP Slots)2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)
2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)
2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)
There are 6 PCI slots and 1 AGP slot on both PE Pro and GE Pro motherboards.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card.
The ASRock AGP slot has a special locking mechanism which
can securely fasten the graphics card inserted.
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion 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 screw
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.
2.7 Jumpers Setup2.7 Jumpers Setup
2.7 Jumpers Setup2.7 Jumpers Setup
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”
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Jumper Setting Description
PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 22) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or
+5V +5VSB USB wake up events.
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current.
CLRCMOS1 Disconnect the power cord,
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 17) then short the solder points
solder points to clear CMOS by using
metal material, e.g., a paper
clip.
2.8 Connectors2.8 Connectors
2.8 Connectors2.8 Connectors
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.6/p.7/p.8 item 10)
Note: Match the red marking on the floppy ribbon cable with Pin1.
Primary IDE connector (Blue) Secondary IDE connector (Black)
(39-pin IDE1) (39-pin IDE2)
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 7) (see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 8)
80-Pin ATA 100/133 cable
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).
2
1
23
FLOPPY1
Pin1
Red marking
Connect to the IDE devices
Connect to the motherboard
Black
Blue
IDE1
PIN1
IDE2
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USB header ASRock I/OTM already
(9-pin USB45) provided 4 default USB ports.
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 13) If the 4 USB ports on the rear
panel are not sufficient, an
USB header is available for 2
additional USB ports.
Infrared module connector This connector supports an
(5-pin IR1) optional wireless transmitting
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 14) and receiving infrared module.
Internal audio connectors These connectors allow you
(4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1) CD1 to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 24) from sound sources such as
(AUX1: see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 23) a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV
AUX1 tuner card, or MPEG card.
Front panel audio connector This is an interface for front
(9-pin AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 20) convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
System panel connector This connector accommo-
(9-pin PANEL1) dates several system front
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 12) panel functions.
Speaker connector This connector allows you to
(4-pin SPEAKER 1) attach to an external speaker.
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 15)
Chassis fan connector Connect the fan cable to the
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) connector matching the black
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 9) wire to the ground pin.
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+5
P-5
P+4
P-4
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
DUMMY
GND
+5V
IRTX
IRRX
1
CD-R
GND
GND
CD-L
AUX-R
GND
GND
AUX-L
GND
DUMMY
+5VA
BACKOUT-R
BACKOUT-L
AUD-OUT-L
AUD-OUT-R
MIC-POWER
MIC
1
GND
PWRBTN#
PLED-
PLED+
DUMMY
RESET#
GND
HDLED+
HDLED-
1
+5V
DUMMY
DUMMY
SPEAKER
1
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED

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CPU fan connector Connect the fan cable to the
(3-pin CPU_FAN1) connector matching the black
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 3) wire to the ground pin.
ATX power connector Connect an ATX power
(20-pin ATXPWR1) supply to the connector.
(see p.6/p.7/p.8 item 1)
VGA header Connect VGA bracket.
(15-pin VGA1)
(see p.7/p.8 item 26)
CPU_FAN_SPEED
GND
+12V
1
G
R
B
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
DDCDATA
VSYNC
HSYNC
DDCCLK
GND
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Chapter 3 BIOS SetupChapter 3 BIOS Setup
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
3.1 BIOS Setup Utility3.1 BIOS Setup Utility
3.1 BIOS Setup Utility3.1 BIOS Setup Utility
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 Bar3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar
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 Bar3.1.2 Legend Bar
3.1.2 Legend Bar3.1.2 Legend Bar
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> Resets the current screen to its Setup Defaults
<F10> Saves changes and exits Setup
3.2 Main Menu3.2 Main Menu
3.2 Main Menu3.2 Main Menu
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
SDR1
SDR2
[ Setup Help ]
Oct 14 2002 Mon
17:07:40
GE-PRO BIOS L0.10
Generic-X86
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
2000 MHz
512 KB
F23/08
224 MB + 32 MB Share Memory
None
None
None
256 MB / 133 Mhz

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TYPE
It allows user to select the type of the IDE Drive. Below are the
configuration options. After making your selections on this sub-menu,
press <ESC> key to return to the upper menu, in which the hard disk drive
field will display the size for the hard disk drive that you configured.
[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.

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[CD/DVD]: This is used for IDE CD/DVD drives.
[ARMD]: This is used for IDE ARMD (Accelerated RemovableMedia
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.
Sector
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 Menus3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus
3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus
3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus
Detailed descriptions of these menus are listed in the Appendix, see p.21.

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4.1 Install Operating System4.1 Install Operating System
4.1 Install Operating System4.1 Install Operating System
4.1 Install Operating System
This motherboard supports various Windows operating systems (98SE/ 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 documen-
tation for more information.
4.2 Support CD Information4.2 Support CD Information
4.2 Support CD Information4.2 Support CD 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 CD4.2.1 Running The Support CD
4.2.1 Running The Support CD4.2.1 Running The Support CD
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 Menu4.2.2 Drivers Menu
4.2.2 Drivers Menu4.2.2 Drivers Menu
4.2.2 Drivers Menu
The Drivers Menu shows the available devices drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
4.2.3 Utilities Menu4.2.3 Utilities Menu
4.2.3 Utilities Menu4.2.3 Utilities Menu
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 Program4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program
4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program
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.
4.2.54.2.5
4.2.54.2.5
4.2.5 Contact InformationContact Information
Contact InformationContact Information
Contact Information
If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome
to ASRock’s website: http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your
dealer for further information.