Asus P6-M4A3000E User manual

P6-M4A3000E
ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone)
User’s Manual

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Table of contents
Notices......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information ....................................................................................... v
About this guide ......................................................................................... vi
System package contents........................................................................ viii
Chapter 1: System introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Front panel ................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Rear panel..................................................................................... 1-4
1.4 Internal components.................................................................... 1-6
1.5 QualiedVendorsLists(QVL) .................................................... 1-7
Chapter 2: Starting up
2.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 2-2
2.2 Powering up.................................................................................. 2-2
2.3 SupportDVDinformation............................................................ 2-2
2.3.1 Running the support DVD ............................................... 2-3
2.3.2 Utilities menu .................................................................. 2-4
2.3.3 Manual menu .................................................................. 2-5
2.3.4 ASUS Contact information .............................................. 2-6
2.3.5 Other information ............................................................ 2-6
Chapter 3: Motherboard info
3.1 Introduction .................................................................................. 3-2
3.2 Motherboard layout...................................................................... 3-2
3.3 Jumpers ........................................................................................ 3-3
3.4 Connectors ................................................................................... 3-4
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 4-2
4.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 4-2
4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2............................................................ 4-5
4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS................................................... 4-6
4.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 4-7
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen.......................................................... 4-8

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4.2.3 Navigation keys............................................................... 4-8
4.2.2 Menu bar......................................................................... 4-8
4.2.4 Menu items ..................................................................... 4-9
4.2.5 Sub-menu items.............................................................. 4-9
4.2.6 Conguration elds ......................................................... 4-9
4.2.7 Pop-up window ............................................................... 4-9
4.2.8 Scroll bar......................................................................... 4-9
4.2.9 General help ................................................................... 4-9
4.3 Main menu .................................................................................. 4-10
4.3.1 System Time ................................................................. 4-10
4.3.2 System Date ................................................................. 4-10
4.3.3 SATA1~3 ........................................................................4-11
4.3.4 System Information ....................................................... 4-12
4.4 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 4-13
4.4.1 CPU Conguration ........................................................ 4-13
4.4.2 Chipset.......................................................................... 4-14
4.4.3 Onboard Devices Conguration.................................... 4-16
4.4.4 PCIPnP ......................................................................... 4-16
4.4.5 USB Conguration ........................................................ 4-17
4.5 Power menu................................................................................ 4-18
4.5.1 Suspend Mode.............................................................. 4-18
4.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support .......................................................... 4-18
4.5.3 ACPI APIC Support....................................................... 4-18
4.5.4 APM Conguration........................................................ 4-19
4.5.5 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 4-19
4.6 Boot menu .................................................................................. 4-20
4.6.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 4-21
4.6.2 Boot Settings Conguration .......................................... 4-21
5.6.3 Security ......................................................................... 4-22
4.7 Tools menu ................................................................................. 4-24
4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2.......................................................... 4-24
4.7.2 Express Gate ................................................................ 4-25
4.7.3 AI NET 2........................................................................ 4-25
4.8 Exit menu.................................................................................... 4-26

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Notices
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.
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.
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 devices to or from the system, ensure that the power
cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If
possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add
a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure
that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you
are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact
your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide
Audience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the
ASUS P6-M4A3000E barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced
users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS P6-M4A3000E. The
chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the front and rear
panel, and internal components.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all
the manuals that came 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 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 qualied
service technician or your retailer.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been
designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the
crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic
equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for
disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not
be placed in municipal waste.

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2. Chapter 2: Starting up
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities
from the support DVD.
3. Chapter 3: Motherboard info
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the
system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and
connector locations.
4. Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
Conventions used in 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 P6-M4A3000E system package for the following items.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
Item description
1. ASUS P6-M4A3000E barebone system with
• ASUS motherboatd
• Power supply unit
• ASUS chassis
2. Cable
• AC power cable
3. Support DVD
4. Quick Installation Guide

System introduction
This chapter gives a general description
of the ASUS P6-M4A3000E. The
chapter lists the system features
including introduction on the front and
rear panel, and internal components.
Chapter 1

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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the ASUS P6-M4A3000E!
The ASUS P6-M4A3000E is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home
entertainment feature.
The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard
that supports the AMD®AM3 socket for Phenom™ II / Phenom™ / Athlon™ 64 /
Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™ FX / Sempron™ processors.
The system supports up to 8 GB of system memory using DDR3-1800(O.C.)/ 1333/
1066 MHz DIMMs. High-resolution graphics via integrated graphics controller
or PCI Express x16 slot, Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 8-channel audio feature the
system and take you ahead in the world of power computing.
1.2 Front panel
The front panel includes the optical drive bays, power button, and several I/O ports
are located at the front panel.
Front panel
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1. Power button. Press this button to turn the system on/off.
2. Front panel cover. Push to open the front panel cover.
3. Optical disk drive cover. Push to eject the optical disk drive.
4. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.
5. Headphone port. This Line out (lime) port connects a headphone with a
stereo mini-plug.
6. USB 2.0 ports. 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.
7. Multimedia Card / Secure Digital™ / MemoryStick® / Memory Stick Pro™
card slot

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1.3 Rear panel
The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that
allow convenient connection of devices.
1. Chassis air vent. The vent is for ventilation inside the system chassis.
2. Power supply unit fan vent. This vent is for the PSU fan that provides
ventilation inside the power supply unit.
3. Chassis fan vent. This vent is for the fan that provides ventilation inside the
system chassis.
4. Power connector. This connector is for the power cable and plug.
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Do NOT cover the rear vent , and the ambient temperature is limited up to 35oC
to prevent the system from overheating.
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5. LineInport(lightblue).This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or
other audio sources.
6. LineOutport(lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In
4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel conguration, the function of this port
becomes Front Speaker Out.
7. Microphoneport(pink). This port connects a microphone.
8. SideSpeakerOutport(gray).This port connects the side speaker in an
8-channel audio conguration.
9. RearSpeakerOutport(black). This port connects the rear speakers in a
4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio conguration.
10. Center/Subwooferport(orange). This port connects the center/subwoofer
speakers.
 Activity/Link SpeedLED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
LANportLEDindications
SPEED
LED
ACT/LINK
LED
LANport
11. LAN(RJ-45)port. This port allows gigabit connection to a Local Area
Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN
port LED indications.
Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in
2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration.
Audio2,4,6,or8-channelconguration
Port Headset
2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Gray – – – Side Speaker Out

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12. USB 2.0 ports 1 ~ 4. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
13. VideoGraphicsAdapter(VGA)port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor
or other VGA-compatible devices.
14. HDMI port. This is a High-Denition Mulltimedia Interface (HDMI) connector,
and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Rau discs, and
other protected content.
15. Expansion slot covers. Remove these covers when installing expansion
cards.
1. Front panel cover
2. 5.25-inch optical drive bays
3. Hard disk drive bay
4. Power supply unit (under the HDD bay)
5. ASUS motherboard
6. Expansion slot metal brackets
7. Metal bracket lock
1.4 Internal components
The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove the side
cover and the power supply unit. The installed components are labeled for your
reference.
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• Refer to the bundled Quick Installation Guide for installing additional
system components and get assistance from professionals when you
disassemble or assemble the system.
• Refer to the Chapter 3 in this user guide for motherboard details.
1.5 QualiedVendorsLists(QVL)
DDR3-1066MHz capability
DDR3-1333MHz capability
Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip
Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket
support(Optional)
A* B*
Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2048MB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • •
Crucial CT25672BA1067.18FF 2048MB DS Micron 9GF22D9KPT(ECC) 7 - • •
Elpida EBJ51UD8BAFA-AE-E 512MB SS Elpida J5308BASE-AC-E - - • •
Kingston KVR1066D3N7/1G 1024MB SS Kingston D1288JEKAPGA7U 7 1.5V • •
Micron MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1 1024MB SS Micron 8ED22D9JNL - - • •
Micron MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1 2048MB DS Micron 8LD22D9JNL - - • •
Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2048MB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • •
Micron MT18JSF25672AZ-1G1F1 2048MB DS Micron 9GF22D9KPT(ECC) 7 - • •
SAMSUNG M378B2873EH1-CF8 1024MB SS Samsung SEC 901 HCF8
K4B1G0846E - - • •
Vendor Part No. Size SS/
DS
Chip
Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket
support
(Optional)
A* B*
Corsair CM3X1024-1333C9 1024MB SS - - - - • •
Corsair CM3X1024-1333C9DHX 1024MB DS Corsair - - - • •
Crucial CT12872BA1339.9FF 1024MB SS Micron 91F22D9KPT(ECC) 9 - • •
Crucial BL25664BA1336.16SFB1 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 6-6-6-20 1.8V • •
G.SKILL F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK 1024MB SS G.SKILL - - - • •
G.SKILL F3-10666CL9T-6GBNQ 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5V~1.6V • •
GEIL GV34GB1333C7DC 2048MB DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.5V • •
Kingmax FLFE85F-B8MF9 2048MB DS Micron 8HD22D9JNM - - • •
Kingston KVR1333D3N9/1G 1024MB SS Hynix H5TQ1G83BFR 9 1.5V • •
Micron MT9JSF 12872AZ-1G4F1 1024MB SS Micron 91F22D9KPT(ECC) 9 - • •
OCZ OCZ3P13332GK 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS - - 7-7-7-20 1.8V • •
SAMSUNG M378B5673DZ1-CH9 2048MB DS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 - - • •
Transcend TS128MLK64V3U 1024MB SS - SEC 813HCH9
K4B1G0846D - - • •

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Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip
Brand
Chip
NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket
support(Optional)
A* B*
Corsair CM3X2G1800C8D 2048MB DS - - - - • •
OCZ OCZ3G18002GK 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS - - 9-9-9-27 1.9V • •
OCZ OCZ3P18004GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 8-8-8-27 1.9V • •
OCZ QCZ3P18004GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 8-8-8-27 1.9V • •
Transcend TX1800KLU-2GK 1024MB SS - - - - • •
DDR3-1800MHz(O.C.)capability
SS - Single-sided / DS - Double-sided
DIMM support:
• A*: Supports one module inserted in either slot as Single-channel
memory conguration.
• B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots
as one pair of Dual-channel memory conguration.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.

This chapter helps you power up the
system and install drivers and utilities
from the support DVD.
Chapter 2
Starting up

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2.1 Installing an operating system
The barebone system supports Windows®XP/Vista/7 operating systems (OS).
Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can
maximize the features of your hardware.
2.3 SupportDVDinformation
The support DVD that came with the system contains useful software and several
utility drivers that enhance the system features.
2.2 Powering up
Press the system power button ( ) to enter the OS.
Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures
presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS
documentation for more information.
• Screen display and driver options may not be the same for different
operating system versions.
• 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.
• Windows XP OS setup cannot recognize Serial ATA hard drives in a RAID
set without the necessary drivers. Use a RAID driver disk when installing
Windows XP OS to a Serial ATA hard drive included in a RAID set.
• From the Windows XP setup screen, press F6 when prompted then follow
succeeding screen instructions to install the SATA drivers.
Press to turn ON the system

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2.3.1 RunningthesupportDVD
To begin using the support DVD, place the DVD in your optical drive. The DVD
automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support
DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the
ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.
Click an item to install
Click an icon to
display support
DVD/motherboard
information
ASUS InstAll
Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard.
PC-cillin 2010
Installs the PC-cillin 2010 to protect your system from the latest threats.
AMD Cool ‘n’ Quite Driver
Installs the AMD®Cool ‘n’ Quite driver.
VIAAudioDriver
Installs the VIA®audio driver and application.
AMD Chipset Driver
Installs the AMD® chipset driver.
ASUS EPU-4 Engine
Installs the ASUS EPU-4 Engine.

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2.3.2 Utilities menu
The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard
supports.
ASUS InstAll
Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard.
ASUS Update
Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website.
Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection
so you can connect to the ASUS website.
Adobe Reader 9
Installs the Adobe® Reader that allows you to open, view, and print documents in
Portable Document Format (PDF).
AMDGraphicsDriver
Installs the AMD®Graphics driver.
Realtek10/100/1000PCI-ELANDriver
Installs the Realtek® 10/100/1000 PCI-E LAN driver.
AMD HDMI Driver Program
Installs the AMD®HDMI driver.
ASUSExpressGateInstaller
Installs the ASUS Express Gate.