Asus A500 User manual

A500/AS-D920
BA5190
ASUS PC
User Manual
A500/AS-D920 BA5190
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E5806
Revised Edition V2
April 2010
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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail [email protected]
Web site www.asus.com.tw
Technical Support
Telephone [phone]
Online support support.asus.com
ASUS Computer International (America)
Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Web site usa.asus.com
Technical Support
Telephone [phone]
Support fax [phone]
Online support support.asus.com
ASUS Computer GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
Fax [phone]
Web site www.asus.de
Online contact www.asus.de/sales
Technical Support
Telephone (Component) [phone]*
Telephone (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) [phone]*
Support Fax [phone]
Online support support.asus.com
*EUR 0.14/minute from a German xed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone.
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Contents
Notices......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information ..................................................................................... vii
General precautions................................................................................. viii
About this guide ......................................................................................... ix
System package contents.......................................................................... xi
Chapter 1 System introduction
1.1 Front panel.................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Rear panel..................................................................................... 1-3
1.3 Connecting to the keyboard and the mouse ............................. 1-4
1.4 Connecting to other peripheral devices .................................... 1-4
Chapter 2 Getting started
2.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 2-2
2.2 Powering your system................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Support DVD information ............................................................ 2-3
2.3.1 Running the Support DVD .............................................. 2-3
2.3.2 Drivers menu................................................................... 2-4
2.3.3 Utilities menu .................................................................. 2-5
2.3.4 Make disk menu.............................................................. 2-6
2.3.5 Manual menu .................................................................. 2-7
2.3.6 ASUS contact information............................................... 2-7
2.3.7 Other information ............................................................ 2-8
2.4 ASUS AI Manager....................................................................... 2-10
2.4.1 Installing AI Manager .................................................... 2-10
2.4.2 Launching AI Manager .................................................. 2-10
2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar................................................... 2-10
2.4.4 Main ...............................................................................2-11
2.4.5 My favorites................................................................... 2-15
2.4.6 Support ......................................................................... 2-16
2.4.7 Information .................................................................... 2-16
2.5 ASUS MyLogo 2™...................................................................... 2-17
2.6 ASUS EPU–6 Engine.................................................................. 2-19
2.7 ASUS Express Gate ................................................................... 2-23
2.8 Realtek Teaming Utility.............................................................. 2-30
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2.9 RAID congurations .................................................................. 2-34
2.9.1 RAID denitions ............................................................ 2-34
2.9.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ..................................... 2-35
2.9.3 Intel® RAID congurations............................................. 2-35
2.9.4 Marvell® SAS RAID congurations................................ 2-43
2.10 Creating a RAID driver disk....................................................... 2-52
2.10.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 2-52
2.10.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ....................... 2-52
2.11 Loading the initial OS default settings..................................... 2-54
2.12 Recovery DVD ............................................................................ 2-54
2.12.1 Recovering a Windows®XP OS.................................... 2-54
2.12.2 Recovering a Windows®Vista OS................................. 2-55
2.12.3 Recovering a Windows®7 OS....................................... 2-56
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and
Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical
substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/
english/REACH.htm.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric
outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing any devices to or from the system, contact a
qualied service technician or your retailer. Ensure that all the power cables for
the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all the power cables from the existing system before you add or
remove a device to or from the system.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie.
Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem
ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des
Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Operation safety
• Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation
that comes with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and
the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your
dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets, and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and extreme temperatures. Do not place this product in a
location where it may get wet. Place this product on a at and stable surface.
• When using this product, do not block any air inlet/outlet on the chassis.
• We recommend that you use this product in environments with an ambient
temperature below 40ºC.
• If you encounter technical problems with this product, contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
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General precautions
Before using the ASUS A500/AS-D920, BA5190 Desktop PC, carefully read the
general precautions below. Improper operation could lead to personal injury or
damage to the product.
• Before using this product, ensure that all components are correctly installed
and all cables are correctly connected. If you detect any damage, contact your
dealer immediately.
• Avoid dust and extreme temperatures. Do not place this product in a location
where it may receive direct sunlight.
• Do not place this product in a location where it may get wet.
• Do not block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for
this product.
• Before turning on the system, check if all the peripherals are correctly
connected.
• To avoid short circuits, keep scraps, screws, and threads away from
connectors, slots, sockets, and circuitry.
• Do not insert any object or spill liquid into the air vents on the chassis.
• If this product has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the
heatsinks and the surfaces of IC as they may become very warm and hot.
Check if the system receives proper ventilation.
• Before you add or remove a peripheral device to or from the system, ensure
that you unplugged the system from the power source.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
• Do not service this product yourself.
• Though the system casing is elaborately designed to protect users from
scratches, be careful with those sharp tips and edges. Put on a pair of gloves
before you remove or replace the system cover.
• Unplug this product from the power source when it is left unused for a long
period of time.
• We recommend that you use this product in environments with an ambient
temperature below 40ºC.
• Use this product only with the correct voltage as instructed by the
manufacturer.
• To prevent re or electric shock, do not overload power outlets and extension
cords.
• Warning: Ensure that you replace the battery with a correct type; otherwise, it
may cause an explosion hazard.
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About this guide
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
Chapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of ASUS A500/AS-D920, BA5190 Desktop
PC. The chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the front and
rear panels.
Chapter 2: Getting started
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from
the Support DVD.
Audience
This guide provides general information about ASUS A500/AS-D920, BA5190
Desktop PC and instructions on how to use the Support DVD that comes with the
system package.
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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.
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System package contents
Check your A500/AS-D920, BA5190 system package for the following items.
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
Optional items
1. Optical disk drive (ODD)
2. Storage card reader
3. LAN cable
4. Power strip
• Optional items are not included in the system package. They are purchased
separately.
• Specications depend on the desktop PC you purchased. Check with your
supplier for the exact specications.
Standard items
1. ASUS A500/AS-D920, BA5190 Desktop PC with
• ASUS Desktop x1
• Mouse x1
• Keyboard x1
2. Cables
• Power cord x1
3. Accessories
• Mouse pad x1
4. DVD
• Support DVD x1
5. Documentation
• User Manual x1
• Warranty card x1
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Chapter 1
System introduction
This chapter gives a general description
of the desktop PC. The chapter lists the
system features including introduction on
the front and rear panels.
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1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction
1.1 Front panel
• The storage card reader and optical disk drive are optional items which are
not included in the system package. They are purchased separately.
• The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay is for a 5.25 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW /
DVD-RW device.
• The 3.5 inch drive bay is for a 3.5 inch hard disk drive / USB storage card
reader.
• The storage card reader is for Secure Digital™ / MultimediaCard / Memory
Stick®/ CompactFlash®/ Microdrive™ storage cards and smart cards.
3 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays
HDD LED
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Headphone port
1 x Microphone port
Power LED
2 x 3.5 inch drive bays
Power button Reset button
2 x USB 2.0 ports
A500/AS-D920
BA5190
3 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays
Power LED
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Headphone port
1 x Microphone port
Reset button
HDD LED
2 x 3.5 inch drive bays
Power button
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1.2 Rear panel
The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that
allow you to conveniently connect devices.
CTR
BASS LINE
IN
FRONT
MIC IN
REAR
S P K
SIDE
S P K
2-eSATA
1394
1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo port
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x 1394 port
1 x Power switch
Expansion slot lock
1 x Power connector
2 x eSATA ports
2 x USB 2.0 ports
8-channel audio ports
5 x Expansion slots*
Air vents
1 x RJ-45 port
2 x USB 2.0 ports
Side cover lock
1 x RJ-45 port
Only ve expansion slots are available on this desktop PC.
Voltage selector
The system’s power supply unit has a 115V / 230V voltage selector. Use this
switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage
supply in your area.
If the voltage supply in your area is 100-127V, set the switch to 115V.
If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240V, set the switch to 230V.
Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V
environment will seriously damage the system!
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1.3 Connecting to the keyboard and the
mouse
Your ASUS A500/AS-D920 and BA5190 Desktop PC package includes a PS/2
keyboard or a USB keyboard and a USB mouse. Connect the PS/2 keyboard to
the PS/2 keyboard port at the rear panel or the USB keyboard to a USB port either
at the rear panel or front panel. Connect the USB mouse to a USB port either at
the rear panel or front panel.
1.4 Connecting to other peripheral devices
The ASUS A500/AS-D920 and BA5190 Desktop PC is equipped with a number of
ports at the rear and front panels where you can connect peripheral devices to the
system.
Refer to the illustration below for details.
Before you connect a peripheral device to the system, refer to the
documentation that comes with the device or contact your supplier directly for
information on how to install it.
CTR
BASS LINE
IN
FRONT
MIC IN
REAR
S P K
SIDE
S P K
2-eSATA
1394
USB PS/2 keyboard
PS/2 mouse
Expansion slots
RJ-45
Power connector
USB
Audio
1394
eSATA
RJ-45
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Chapter 2
Getting started
This chapter helps you to power up the
system and install drivers and utilities
from the Support DVD.
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2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started
2.1 Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows®XP / Vista operating systems (OS). Always
install the latest OS version and the corresponding updates to maximize the
features of your hardware. When you start the system for the rst time, the system
automatically detects the built-in audio and graphics chips and attempts to install
the drivers that come with the OS. Select NO when a window appears asking if
you want to restart the system. Install drivers according to the instructions in the
following sections.
2.2 Powering your system
Press the Power button to power up the system.
• To ensure that the OS works properly, install the drivers included in the
Support DVD.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS
documentation for detailed information.
Power button
A500/AS-D920 BA5190
Power button
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ASUS A500/AS-D920, BA5190 2-3
If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the
Support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click
ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.
Click an item to install
2.3.1 Running the Support DVD
Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the
Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled on your computer.
Click an icon to
display Support
DVD/motherboard
information
2.3 Support DVD information
The Support DVD that comes with the system package contains the drivers,
software applications, and utilities that you can install to get all system features.
The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without
notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
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2.3.2 Drivers menu
The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard
Installs drivers for this desktop PC using the installation wizard.
Intel Chipset Inf Update Program
Installs the Intel®chipset Inf update program.
SoundMAX ADI Audio Driver
Installs the SoundMAX ADI audio driver.
Realtek RTL8111B/C LAN Driver
Installs the Realtek®RTL8111B/C LAN driver.
ASUS EPU-6 Engine
Installs ASUS EPU-6 Engine.
ASUS Express Gate
Installs ASUS Express Gate.
NVIDIA EN9500GT VGA Driver Program
Installs the NVIDIA®EN9500GT VGA driver.
Marvell 61xx SATA Driver
Installs the Marvell 61xx SATA driver.
Marvell 64xx/63xx SAS Controller Driver
Installs the Marvell 64xx/63xx SAS controller driver.
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2.3.3 Utilities menu
The Utilities menu shows the applications that the system supports. Tap an item
from the screen to install.
ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities
Installs utilities for this desktop PC using the installation wizard.
ASUS AI Manager
Installs ASUS AI Manager where you can launch AI Disk, AI Security, and AI Probe
easily.
ASUS Update
Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website.
Realtek Teaming Utility
Installs the Realtek®Teaming Utility.
Marvell RAID Utility
Installs the Marvell RAID utility.
Adobe Reader 8
Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader that allows you to open, view, and print
documents in Portable Document Format (PDF).
Before using the ASUS Update, ensure that you have an Internet connection to
connect to the ASUS website.
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