Asus Desktop PC T2-AE1 User manual

Terminator 2
Barebone System
Model T2-AE1

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Table of contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
System package contents ................................................................... x
Chapter 1: System IntroductionChapter 1: System Introduction
Chapter 1: System IntroductionChapter 1: System Introduction
Chapter 1: System Introduction
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Front panel (external) .......................................................... 1-2
1.3 Front panel (internal) ........................................................... 1-4
1.4 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-5
1.5 Internal components ............................................................ 1-7
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
Chapter 2: Basic InstallationBasic Installation
Basic InstallationBasic Installation
Basic Installation
2.1 Preparation ........................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-2
2.3 Removing the cover ............................................................. 2-3
2.4 Removing the power supply ................................................. 2-4
2.5 Installing a CPU ..................................................................... 2-5
2.6 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly ...................... 2-7
2.7 Installing a DIMM ................................................................... 2-8
2.7.1 Memory configurations ........................................... 2-8
2.7.2 DIMM installation ................................................... 2-10
2.8 Installing an expansion card ............................................... 2-11
2.8.1 Expansion slots ..................................................... 2-11
2.8.2 AGP 8X slot .......................................................... 2-11
2.8.3 Expansion card installation ................................... 2-12
2.8.4 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-13
2.9 Installing an optical drive .................................................... 2-14
2.10 Installing a floppy disk drive ............................................... 2-17
2.11 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD) ....................................... 2-18
2.12 Reinstalling the power supply unit...................................... 2-20
2.13 Replacing the cover ............................................................ 2-22
2.14 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-23

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Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3: Starting upStarting up
Starting upStarting up
Starting up
3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2
3.2 Powering up .......................................................................... 3-2
3.3 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2
3.3.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-3
3.3.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3
3.3.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4
3.3.4 ASUS contact information ...................................... 3-6
3.3.5 Other information ................................................... 3-6
3.4 Software information ........................................................... 3-7
3.4.1 ASUS Instant Music ................................................. 3-7
3.4.2 ASUS Radio Player .................................................. 3-9
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4: Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info
Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info
Motherboard Info
4.1 Introduction .......................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Motherboard layout .............................................................. 4-2
4.3 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-3
4.4 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-5
Chapter 5:Chapter 5:
Chapter 5:Chapter 5:
Chapter 5: BIOS InformationBIOS Information
BIOS InformationBIOS Information
BIOS Information
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 5-2
5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 5-2
5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 5-3
5.1.3 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 5-4
5.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 5-6
5.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 5-8
5.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 5-11
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 5-12
5.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 5-12
5.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 5-12
5.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 5-13
5.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 5-13
5.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 5-13
5.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 5-13
5.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 5-13
5.2.9 General help .......................................................... 5-13

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5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-14
5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-14
5.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 5-14
5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 5-14
5.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave ..................................... 5-15
5.3.5 Onboard PCI S-ATA Controller .............................. 5-16
5.3.6 System Information .............................................. 5-17
5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-18
5.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-18
5.4.2 Chipset ................................................................. 5-20
5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 5-22
5.4.4 PCI PnP ................................................................. 5-25
5.4.5 Instant Music Configuration .................................. 5-27
5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-28
5.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 5-28
5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 5-28
5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 5-28
5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 5-28
5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-29
5.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-30
5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-32
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-32
5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-33
5.6.3 Security ................................................................ 5-34
5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-36
AppendixAppendix
AppendixAppendix
Appendix
Power supply specifications ............................................................. A-2

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
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 StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
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.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to
the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the
power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are
connected.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
• Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the
documentation that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure 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 temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a
stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTIONCAUTION
CAUTIONCAUTION
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
manufacturerís instructions.
VORSICHTVORSICHT
VORSICHTVORSICHT
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 WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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About this guide
AudienceAudience
AudienceAudience
Audience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about
the ASUS Terminator 2 barebone system. This guide is intended for
experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal
computers.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1.1.
1.1.
1. Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
Chapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Terminator 2.
The chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the
front and rear panel, and internal components.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
Chapter 2: Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install
components in the system.
3.3.
3.3.
3. Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
Chapter 3: Starting up
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and
utilities from the support CD.
4.4.
4.4.
4. Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 4: Motherboard information
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes
with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout,
jumper settings, and connector locations.
5.5.
5.5.
5. Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
Chapter 5: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
6.6.
6.6.
6. AppendixAppendix
AppendixAppendix
Appendix
The Appendix includes the power supply unit specification for this
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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
WARNING:WARNING:
WARNING:WARNING:
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a
task.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
1.1.
1. ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites
ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites
ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact
information.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Optional DocumentationOptional Documentation
Optional DocumentationOptional Documentation
Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, 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 Terminator 2 system package for the following items.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
Item descriptionItem description
Item descriptionItem description
Item description
1.1.
1.1.
1. ASUS Terminator 2 barebone systemASUS Terminator 2 barebone system
ASUS Terminator 2 barebone systemASUS Terminator 2 barebone system
ASUS Terminator 2 barebone system with
• ASUS motherboard
• 200 W Passive PFC power supply unit
• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN port
• CPU fan and heatsink assembly
• 2 x 5.25” drive bays
• 1 x 3.5” floppy disk drive bay
• 1 x 3.5” hard disk drive bay
• 6 x USB 2.0 ports
• 2 x IEEE 1394a ports
• S/PDIF out port
2.2.
2.2.
2. CablesCables
CablesCables
Cables
• AC power cable
• Serial ATA cable
• Serial ATA power cable
• 2-in-1 disk drive cable
• Floppy disk drive cable
3.3.
3.3.
3. Support CDSupport CD
Support CDSupport CD
Support CD
4.4.
4.4.
4. User guideUser guide
User guideUser guide
User guide
5.5.
5.5.
5. Optional itemsOptional items
Optional itemsOptional items
Optional items
• Optical drive (CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW)
• Floppy disk drive

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This chapter gives a general
description of the ASUS
Terminator 2. The chapter lists the
system features including
introduction on the front and rear
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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the ASUS Terminator 2!
The ASUS Terminator 2 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile
home entertainment feature.
The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and powered by the ASUS
motherboard that supports the AMD Athlon™ 64/Athlon™ XP processor
with 800 MHz FSB and up to 2 GB system memory.
Supporting up to six USB 2.0 ports and Ethernet LAN, Terminator 2 offers
extensive connectivity, digital entertainment, and efficient networking
capabilities to meet your personal as well as business requirements.
With these and many more, the Terminator 2 definitely delivers the cutting
edge technology for your computing and multimedia needs!
1.2 Front panel (external)
The front panel includes the system and audio control buttons, system
LEDs, and LED panel.
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1.1.
1. Floppy drive door.Floppy drive door.
Floppy drive door.Floppy drive door.
Floppy drive door. Open this door to access the floppy disk drive.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Optical drive door.Optical drive door.
Optical drive door.Optical drive door.
Optical drive door. This door opens when you eject the loading
tray.
3.3.
3.3.
3. Eject button.Eject button.
Eject button.Eject button.
Eject button. Press this button to eject the optical drive loading
tray.
4.4.
4.4.
4. Second optical drive door.Second optical drive door.
Second optical drive door.Second optical drive door.
Second optical drive door. This door covers a second optical
drive bay.
5.5.
5.5.
5. Power buttonPower button
Power buttonPower button
Power button ..
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. Press this button to turn the system on.
6.6.
6.6.
6. Power LEDPower LED
Power LEDPower LED
Power LED ..
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. This LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON.
7.7.
7.7.
7. HDD LEDHDD LED
HDD LEDHDD LED
HDD LED ..
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. This LED lights up when data is being read from or
written to the hard disk drive
8.8.
8.8.
8. Front panel I/O door.Front panel I/O door.
Front panel I/O door.Front panel I/O door.
Front panel I/O door. Open this door to show the front panel
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1.3 Front panel (internal)
The optical drive(s), storage card reader slots, and several I/O ports are
located inside the front panel doors.
Open the front panel doors by pressing the mark.
9.9.
9.9.
9. Floppy disk drive.Floppy disk drive.
Floppy disk drive.Floppy disk drive.
Floppy disk drive. This drive is for a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch floppy disk.
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Optical driveOptical drive
Optical drive
(optional) . This is an IDE optical drive.
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11. Headphone portHeadphone port
Headphone portHeadphone port
Headphone port ..
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. This port connects a headphone with a stereo
mini-plug.
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12. Microphone portMicrophone port
Microphone portMicrophone port
Microphone port ..
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. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.
13.13.
13.13.
13. USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 ports
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. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse,
printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
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14. 4-pin IEEE 1394a port4-pin IEEE 1394a port
4-pin IEEE 1394a port4-pin IEEE 1394a port
4-pin IEEE 1394a port ..
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. This port provides high-speed
connectivity for IEEE 1394a-compliant audio/video devices, storage
peripherals, and other PC devices.
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15. 6-pin IEEE 1394a port6-pin IEEE 1394a port
6-pin IEEE 1394a port6-pin IEEE 1394a port
6-pin IEEE 1394a port ..
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. This port provides high-speed
connectivity for IEEE 1394a-compliant audio/video devices, storage
peripherals, and other PC devices.
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1.4 Rear panel
The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports
that allow convenient connection of devices.
1.1.
1.1.
1. GAME/MIDI portGAME/MIDI port
GAME/MIDI portGAME/MIDI port
GAME/MIDI port . This port connects a joystick or game pad for
playing games, and MIDI devices for audio editing.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Optical S/PDIF port.Optical S/PDIF port.
Optical S/PDIF port.Optical S/PDIF port.
Optical S/PDIF port. This port connects your audio system for
5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio.
3.3.
3.3.
3. Serial portSerial port
Serial portSerial port
Serial port . This port connects a mouse, modem, or other
devices that conforms with serial specification.
4.4.
4.4.
4. PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 mouse port . This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2
mouse.
5.5.
5.5.
5. PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 keyboard port . This purple 6-pin connector is for a
PS/2 keyboard.
6.6.
6.6.
6. VGA portVGA port
VGA portVGA port
VGA port ..
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. This port connects a VGA monitor.
7.7.
7.7.
7. Parallel portParallel port
Parallel portParallel port
Parallel port ..
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. This 25-pin port connects a printer, scanner, or
other devices.
8.8.
8.8.
8. Line Out portLine Out port
Line Out portLine Out port
Line Out port ..
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. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone
or a speaker. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Front Speaker Out.
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9. Line In portLine In port
Line In portLine In port
Line In port ..
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. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape
player or other audio sources. In 6-channel mode, the function of this
port becomes Low Frequency Enhanced Output/Center.
10.10.
10.10.
10. Microphone portMicrophone port
Microphone portMicrophone port
Microphone port ..
..
. This Microphone (pink) port connects a
microphone. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Surround Speaker.
Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
Audio ports function variation
11.11.
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11. USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 ports
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. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse,
printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
12.12.
12.12.
12. LAN (RJ-45) portLAN (RJ-45) port
LAN (RJ-45) portLAN (RJ-45) port
LAN (RJ-45) port ..
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. This port allows Gigabit connection to a
Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
13.13.
13.13.
13. Expansion slot coversExpansion slot covers
Expansion slot coversExpansion slot covers
Expansion slot covers. Remove these cover when installing
expansion cards.
14.14.
14.14.
14. Chassis fan vent.Chassis fan vent.
Chassis fan vent.Chassis fan vent.
Chassis fan vent. This vent is for the fan that provides ventilation
inside the system chassis.
15.15.
15.15.
15. Power supply unit fan vent.Power supply unit fan vent.
Power supply unit fan vent.Power supply unit fan vent.
Power supply unit fan vent. This vent is for the PSU fan that
provides ventilation inside the power supply unit.
16.16.
16.16.
16. Power connector.Power connector.
Power connector.Power connector.
Power connector. This connector is for the power cable and plug.
17.17.
17.17.
17. Voltage selector.Voltage selector.
Voltage selector.Voltage selector.
Voltage selector. This switch allows you to adjust the system
input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. See the
“Voltage selector” section on page 2-21 before adjusting this switch.
18.18.
18.18.
18. Expansion card lock.Expansion card lock.
Expansion card lock.Expansion card lock.
Expansion card lock. This lock secures installed expansion cards.
See page 2-12 for details.
The functions of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change
when you select the 6-channel configuration. Refer to the table below
for audio ports function variation.
* Low Frequency Enhanced Output
PortPort
PortPort
Port Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel
Headphone/2-ChannelHeadphone/2-Channel
Headphone/2-Channel 4-Channel4-Channel
4-Channel4-Channel
4-Channel 6-Channel6-Channel
6-Channel6-Channel
6-Channel
Light Blue Line In No function LFE Output*/Center
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Surround Surround

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1. Optical drive (optional)
2. 5.25-inch empty optical drive bay
3. Floppy disk drive
(optional)
4. Front panel cover
5. Hard disk drive metal tray
6. Chassis fan
7. ASUS motherboard
8. DIMM sockets
9. CPU heatsink and fan
10. AGP slot
11. PCI slot
12. Serial ATA connectors
13. Expansion card slots
1.5 Internal components
The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove
the top cover and the power supply unit. The installed components are
labeled for your reference. Proceed to Chapter 2 for instructions on
installing additional system components.
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Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step
instructions on how to install
components in the system.

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2.1 Preparation
Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components you plan
to install in the system.
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Basic components to install
1. Central processing unit (CPU)
2. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)
3. Expansion card(s)
4. Hard disk drive
5. Optical drive
6. Floppy disk drive
ToolTool
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Tool
Phillips (cross) screw driver
2.2 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install components into
the system.
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The motherboard comes with an onboard standby power LED. This LED
lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode or in soft-off
mode, and not powered OFF. Unplug the power cable from the power outlet
and make sure that the standby power LED is OFF before installing any
system component.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a
metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
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Onboard LED
SB_PWR
ON
Standby
Power
OFF
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Off