Asus Pundit P2-PE2 User manual

Pundit
Barebone System
Model PE2

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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) ........................................................... 1-3
1.4 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-4
1.5 Internal components ............................................................ 1-5
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 top cover ....................................................... 2-3
2.4 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD) ......................................... 2-4
2.5 Installing a CPU ..................................................................... 2-6
2.5.1 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly ....... 2-6
2.5.2 CPU installation ....................................................... 2-7
2.5.3 Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly..... 2-8
2.6 Installing a DIMM ................................................................... 2-9
2.7 Replacing the top cover ..................................................... 2-10
2.8 Connecting the power cable ............................................... 2-11
2.9 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-12
To the front panel .............................................................. 2-12
To the rear panel ................................................................ 2-12
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3: Getting startedGetting started
Getting startedGetting started
Getting started
3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4
3.2.4 ASUS contact information ...................................... 3-5
3.2.5 Other information ................................................... 3-5

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3.3 Software information ........................................................... 3-6
3.3.1 Multi-channel audio feature .................................... 3-6
3.3.2 ASUS PC Probe ....................................................... 3-9
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4: Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info
Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info
Motherboard Info
4.1 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 4-2
4.2 Jumper ................................................................................. 4-3
4.3 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-4
4.3.1 Rear panel connectors ............................................ 4-4
4.3.2 Internal connectors ................................................. 4-4
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 ASUS EZ Flash ......................................................... 5-2
5.1.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility ................................... 5-4
5.1.3 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 5-5
5.2 BIOS setup program ............................................................. 5-8
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................... 5-9
5.2.2 Menu bar ................................................................. 5-9
5.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 5-11
5.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................... 5-13
5.3.2 Keyboard Features ............................................... 5-16
5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 5-17
5.4.1 Chip Configuration ................................................ 5-18
5.4.2 PCI Configuration .................................................. 5-20
5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 5-22
5.5.1 Power Up Control .................................................. 5-24
5.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-25
5.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 5-26
5.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 5-28

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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 Pundit-PE2 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 barebone system. 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: Getting startedChapter 3: Getting started
Chapter 3: Getting startedChapter 3: Getting started
Chapter 3: Getting started
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
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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
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System package contents
Check your Pundit-PE2 system package for the following items.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
1.1.
1.1.
1. ASUS Pundit-PE2 barebone system withASUS Pundit-PE2 barebone system with
ASUS Pundit-PE2 barebone system withASUS Pundit-PE2 barebone system with
ASUS Pundit-PE2 barebone system with
•ASUS motherboard
•CPU fan and heatsink assembly
•IDE cable
2.2.
2.2.
2. AccessoriesAccessories
AccessoriesAccessories
Accessories
•AC adapter and power plug
•Screws
3.3.
3.3.
3. CablesCables
CablesCables
Cables
•DC IN power cable and plug
4.4.
4.4.
4. Support CDSupport CD
Support CDSupport CD
Support CD
5.5.
5.5.
5. User guideUser guide
User guideUser guide
User guide
6.6.
6.6.
6. Optional itemsOptional items
Optional itemsOptional items
Optional items
•Slim optical disk drive
(DVD-ROM/Combo/DVD±RW)

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

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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the ASUS Pundit-PE2!
The ASUS Pundit-PE2 is a smart personal computer. Powered by an ASUS
motherboard, the Pundit-PE2 delivers the cutting edge technology for your
computing needs.
The Pundit-PE2 system supports the latest Intel
®
Pentium
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4 Prescott/
Northwood and Celeron processor (up to 3.06 GHz) with up to 533 MHz
Front Side Bus and up to 2 GB system memory. Providing the best
connectivity for external devices and peripherals are USB 2.0 ports, IEEE
1394 ports, and 6-channel audio ports.
The Pundit-PE2 features the most silent system to give you pure acoustic
enjoyment. With the ASUS Pundit-PE2, you don’t need anything else!
1. Front panel (external)
The front panel includes the power button, system LEDs, and the slim
optical drive.
1.1.
1.1.
1. Power LEDPower LED
Power LEDPower LED
Power LED ..
..
. This LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON.
2.2.
2.2.
2. HDD LEDHDD LED
HDD LEDHDD LED
HDD LED ..
..
. This LED lights up when data is being read from or
written to the hard disk drive.
3.3.
3.3.
3. Optical driveOptical drive
Optical driveOptical drive
Optical drive. This is a slim optical disk drive.
4.4.
4.4.
4. STOP/EJECT buttonSTOP/EJECT button
STOP/EJECT buttonSTOP/EJECT button
STOP/EJECT button. Press this button to eject the disc loading tray.
5.5.
5.5.
5. Drive activity LEDDrive activity LED
Drive activity LEDDrive activity LED
Drive activity LED. This LED lights up when you place a disc on the
drive tray, and turns off when you remove the disc. The LED flashes
when data is being read from or written to the disc.
6.6.
6.6.
6. Emergency eject pinholeEmergency eject pinhole
Emergency eject pinholeEmergency eject pinhole
Emergency eject pinhole. The emergency eject pinhole allows
you to manually eject a disc when the STOP button does not work due
to power failure or software problems. Insert the emergency eject pin
or a paper clip into this hole to manually eject the tray and the disc.
7.7.
7.7.
7. Power buttonPower button
Power buttonPower button
Power button ..
..
. Press this button to turn the system on.
8.8.
8.8.
8. Front panel door lockFront panel door lock
Front panel door lockFront panel door lock
Front panel door lock. Press this lock to show the front panel I/O
ports.
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9.9.
9. 4-pin IEEE 1394 port4-pin IEEE 1394 port
4-pin IEEE 1394 port4-pin IEEE 1394 port
4-pin IEEE 1394 port ..
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. This port provides high-speed
connectivity for IEEE 1394-compliant audio/video devices, storage
peripherals, and other PC devices.
10.10.
10.10.
10. 6-pin IEEE 1394 port6-pin IEEE 1394 port
6-pin IEEE 1394 port6-pin IEEE 1394 port
6-pin IEEE 1394 port . This port provides high-speed
connectivity for IEEE 1394-compliant audio/video devices, storage
peripherals, and other PC devices.
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11. Headphone portHeadphone port
Headphone portHeadphone port
Headphone port ..
..
. This port connects a headphone with a stereo
mini-plug.
12.12.
12.12.
12. Microphone portMicrophone port
Microphone portMicrophone port
Microphone port ..
..
. 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 ..
..
. 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.
1.3 Front panel (internal)
The data and audio I/O ports are located inside the front panel door. Press
the front panel door lock to open.
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1.1.
1.1.
1. 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.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Line Out portLine Out port
Line Out portLine Out port
Line Out port ..
..
. 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.
3.3.
3.3.
3. 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.
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.
1.4 Rear panel
The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports
that allow convenient connection of devices.
4.4.
4.4.
4. LAN (RJ-45) portLAN (RJ-45) port
LAN (RJ-45) portLAN (RJ-45) port
LAN (RJ-45) port ..
..
. This port allows Fast Ethernet connection to
a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
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PS/2 mouse portPS/2 mouse port
PS/2 mouse port . This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
6.6.
6.6.
6. 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.
7.7.
7.7.
7. USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 portsUSB 2.0 ports
USB 2.0 ports ..
..
. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
8.8.
8.8.
8. VGA portVGA port
VGA portVGA port
VGA port ..
..
. Connects a VGA monitor.
9.9.
9.9.
9. Power connector.Power connector.
Power connector.Power connector.
Power connector. Connects the power plug is for the power cable
and plug.
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Audio ports function variationAudio ports function variation
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
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1.5 Internal components
The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove
the top cover. The installed components are labeled for your reference.
Proceed to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing other system
components.
1.1.
1.1.
1. Standby power LEDStandby power LED
Standby power LEDStandby power LED
Standby power LED
2.2.
2.2.
2. HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)
HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)
HDD power plug (to HDD power connector)
3.3.
3.3.
3. IDE cable (to HDD connector)IDE cable (to HDD connector)
IDE cable (to HDD connector)IDE cable (to HDD connector)
IDE cable (to HDD connector)
4.4.
4.4.
4. Chassis fanChassis fan
Chassis fanChassis fan
Chassis fan
5.5.
5.5.
5. CPU fanCPU fan
CPU fanCPU fan
CPU fan
6.6.
6.6.
6. DIMM socketsDIMM sockets
DIMM socketsDIMM sockets
DIMM sockets
7.7.
7.7.
7. HDD metal trayHDD metal tray
HDD metal trayHDD metal tray
HDD metal tray
8.8.
8.8.
8. Optical drive shieldOptical drive shield
Optical drive shieldOptical drive shield
Optical drive shield
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Chapter
Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step
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Chapter 2: Basic installation
.1 Preparation
Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components that you
plan to install in the system.
Basic components to installBasic components to install
Basic components to installBasic components to install
Basic components to install
1. Hard disk drive (HDD)
2. Central processing unit (CPU)
3. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)
ToolTool
ToolTool
Tool
Phillips (cross) screw driver
Onboard LED
SBPWRLED
ON
Standby
Power
OFF
Powered
Off
. Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install the system components.
Onboard LEDOnboard LED
Onboard LEDOnboard LED
Onboard LED
The system motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED
lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off
mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug
the AC adapter cable before removing or plugging in any system
component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
•Unplug the AC adapter cable from the wall socket before touching
any component.
•Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to
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.
•Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
Before you install or remove any component, ensure
that the AC power adapter is detached from the powerthat the AC power adapter is detached from the power
that the AC power adapter is detached from the powerthat the AC power adapter is detached from the power
that the AC power adapter is detached from the power
outlet.outlet.
outlet.outlet.
outlet. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
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.3 Removing the top cover
To remove the top cover:
1. On the rear panel, locate the two screws that secure the top cover to
the chassis.
2. Use a Phillips (cross) screw driver to remove the top cover screws.
Keep the screws for later use.
3. Pull the top cover slightly toward the rear panel until the side tabs are
disengaged from the chassis.
4. Hold the center edge of the top cover, then lift. Set the top cover
aside.
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Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
Chapter 2: Basic installation
2. Use the metal cover
handle to slide the cover
toward the rear panel
until the side hooks
disengage from the HDD
metal tray and optical
drive shield tabs.
Lift the metal cover,
then set aside.
3. Connect the 40-pin IDE
cable to the IDE
connector on the drive.
4. Connect the 4-pin power
plug to the HDD power
connector.
Set your hard disk drive as Master device before connecting the IDE
cable and power plug. Refer to the HDD documentation on how to set
the drive as Master device.
.4 Installing a hard disk drive (HDD)
The system supports one UltraATA133 IDE hard disk drive (HDD).
To install a hard disk drive:
1. Remove the two metal
cover screws. Keep the
screws for later use.
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Handle
Side hooksSide hooks
Side hooksSide hooks
Side hooks
Side hooksSide hooks
Side hooksSide hooks
Side hooks
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