Asus Terminator K7 User manual

Barebone System
®
Terminator K7
User’s Guide

2
Checklist
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Product Name: Terminator K7 Barebone System
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Release Date: August 2001

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Features
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Safeguards
FCC/CDC Statements
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. 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.
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
approvedbytheparty responsible for compliance could voidtheuser’s
authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissionsfromdigitalapparatussetoutinthe Radio Interference Regulations
of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Table of Contents
Disclaimer/Copyrights....................................................... 2
ASUS Contact Information ................................................ 3
FCC/CDC Statements ........................................................ 4
System Package Contents ................................................ 7
Introduction: About This Guide ............................ 9
Audience........................................................................... 10
Contents Description....................................................... 10
Chapter 1: System Introduction.......................... 11
1.1 Front Panel Features ............................................... 12
1.2 Rear Panel Features ................................................ 13
Chapter 2: Basic Installation............................... 15
2.1 Remove the Cover ................................................... 16
2.2 Detach the Drive Frame........................................... 17
2.3 Install a CPU ............................................................. 19
2.4 Install System Memory ............................................ 21
2.5 Install a Hard Disk Drive.......................................... 22
2.6 Install a CD-ROM Drive............................................ 24
2.7 Install a Modem Riser Card..................................... 26
2.8 Install a PCI Expansion Card .................................. 27
2.9 Re-connect Cables .................................................. 28
2.10 Replace the Cover ................................................... 30
2.11 Connect External Devices....................................... 32
2.12 Power Supply Specifications.................................. 33
Chapter 3: M/B Information ................................. 35
3.1 Specifications .......................................................... 36
3.2 Components ............................................................. 38
3.3 Layout ...................................................................... 40
3.4 Hardware Setup Procedures................................... 41
3.5 Motherboard Settings.............................................. 42
3.6 System Memory ....................................................... 45
3.7 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................... 47

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3.8 Expansion Cards ..................................................... 48
3.9 Connectors ............................................................... 50
Chapter 4: Starting Up ......................................... 63
4.1 Powering Up the First Time .................................... 64
4.2 Install the Operating System .................................. 66
4.3 ASUS PC Probe........................................................ 69
Chapter 5: BIOS Information............................... 75
5.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS ....................... 76
5.2 BIOS Setup Program ............................................... 80
5.3 Main Menu ................................................................ 83
5.4 Advanced Menu ....................................................... 89
5.5 Power Menu............................................................ 101
5.6 Boot Menu .............................................................. 106
5.7 Exit Menu ................................................................ 108
NOTES............................................................................. 110

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System Package Contents
The following checklist enumerates the components included in the
standard system package.
1) System Chassis
2) Motherboard
3) Switching Power Supply
4) 1.44MB Floppy Disk Drive
5) CD-ROM Drive (optional)
6) 56K PCI Modem Card (optional)
7) Support CD with Drivers and Utilities
8) Installation Guide
NOTE
If you are assembling the system by yourself, make sure to
prepare all the components before starting. It saves you a lot of
timenot having to hunt down components when you needthem.

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NOTES

9ASUS Terminator K7 Barebone System
You arereadingtheASUSTerminator K7
BareboneSystemInstallationGuide.This
guide provides general information and
installationinstructionsfortheTerminator
Barebone System.
“About This Guide”contains an
introduction on the contents of this
documentwhichincludestargetaudience
and chapter description.
Introduction
About This Guide

10 Introduction: About This Guide
Checklist
This installation guide contains the following parts:
1. Introduction: About This Guide
Thispartcontainsanintroductiononthecontentsofthisdocument
that includes target audience and chapter description.
2. Chapter 1: System Introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Terminator
K7barebone system. Itincludesintroduction on thefrontand rear
panel features, and the internal features.
3. Chapter 2: Basic Installation
This chapter tells how to install components into the barebone
system through illustrated step-by-step instructions.
4. Chapter 3: Motherboard Information
This chapter gives information about theA7VC motherboard that
comes with theASUS Terminator Barebone System.This chapter
includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector
locations. It also includes information on the USB/audio board
located on the front panel.
Audience
This installation guide is intended for experienced users and
integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers.
Contents Description

11ASUS Terminator K7 Barebone System
This chapter gives a general description
of the ASUS Terminator K7 barebone
system. It includes an overview of the
front, rear panel, and the internal
features.
Chapter 1
System Introduction

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1.1 Front Panel Features
TheASUSTerminatorK7barebonesystemis composed of theASUS
A7VC motherboard, a power supply, and a floppy disk drive in the
ASUS TriOptix form factor chassis.
The following figures show the front panel features.
NOTE
The CD-ROM drive and modem card are optional items and
may not come installed in some models.
The lower part of the front panel is a door that covers accessible I/O
features that include two USB connectors (Ports 2&3), a headphone
connector, and a microphone connector. Push the dotted area of the
door to open it and show the connectors as in the above figure.
CD-ROM Drive
(optional)
Floppy Drive
Power Button
HDD LED
Power LED
USB Connectors Headphone
Connector Microphone Connector

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1.2 Rear Panel Features
Therearpanel of theASUSTerminator K7 barebonesystem includes
thestandardPC99 I/O connectors forexternal devices, powersupply
socket, and optional modem connectors.
The following figure shows the rear panel features.
CAUTION!
Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment will seriously
damage the system.
Voltage Selector
The switching power supply is equipped
with a voltage selector switch located
below the power socket. Use this switch
toselecttheappropriatevoltageaccording
to the AC voltage supply in your area.
If the AC voltage supply in your area is
100-127V, set the switch to 115V.
If the AC voltage supply in your area is
200-240V, set the switch to 230V.
Game/MIDI Connector
Serial Port (COM1)
PS/2 Mouse Connector
PS/2 Keyboard Connector
Parallel Connector
VGAPort
Line Out Connector
Line In Connector
Microphone Connector
LAN Connector (RJ-45)
USB Connectors (Ports 0&1)
Modem (optional) Power Supply
115V/230V
Voltage Selector

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1.3 Internal Features
The figure below shows the internal view of the system when you
remove the cover and flip out the drive frame. You will see here the
standard components that come already installed in the system and
the places where you can install the other required components to
get the system running.
Motherboard Power SupplyUSB/audio Board
Two 5.25”
Drive Bays 3.5” HDD Drive Bay 3.5” Floppy Drive

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This chapter tells how to install
components into the barebone system
through illustrated step-by-step
instructions.
Chapter 2
Basic Installation

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2.1 Remove the Cover
The chassis cover is secured by a thumbscrew located on the rear
panel.
Followthesesteps to remove the
chassis cover.
1. Turn the captive thumbscrew
counter-clockwise to release
the cover. You don’t have to
remove the thumbscrew from
the chassis.
2. Place your hands on both
cornersofthe front panel, just
beside the CD-ROM frame.
With the rest of your fingers
pulling forward from both
sides, push on the CD-ROM
area with your thumbs until
the cover tilts forward.
3. While supporting the front
panel with one panel, place
your other hand on the top
rear edge of the cover and
carefullyliftthecoverfromthe
chassis.
Thumbscrew

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2.2 Detach the Drive Frame
Afterremoving the chassis cover,you must removethe power socket
module from the back panel first, before opening the drive frame.
2. Remove the screw (located
on the rear panel frame) that
secures the power socket
module.
Follow these steps to detach the
drive frame.
1. Place the chassis on a flat
surface and turn it on its side.
Notice that the power socket
and voltage selector switch
are attached to a metal
module, which is secured to
the rear panel.
Module
screw
Power Socket
Module
WARNING!
Do not plug the main power connector into the power socket
until you have completed a system installation.
Power Socket and Voltage Selector Switch

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4. Unlatch the drive frame by
pulling it outward.
5. Carefully lay the drive
frame alongside the main
chassis frame.
2.2 Detach the Drive Frame
3. Place your thumb on the right
edge of the power socket
module,andslideittotheright
until it is completely detached
the module from the rear
panel.
Swivel Edge
Drive Frame
NOTE
The drive frame has a swivel (hinge-like) edge that is attached to
the main chassis. It is not necessary to completely detach the
drive frame from the chassis when installing components.

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2.3 Install a CPU
The ASUS A7VC motherboard that comes installed in the chassis
has a Socket 462 that supportsAMD Athlon and Duron processor of
up to 1.4GHz.
2. Unlockthesocketbypressing
the lever sideways then lifting
it up to a 90°-100°angle.
Follow these steps to install a
CPU.
1. LocatetheCPU socket on the
motherboard.
CPU Socket 370
CPU Fan Connector
(CPU_FAN)
Notched corners

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2.3 Install a CPU
3. Take note of the notched
corners on the CPU picture
below.
5. Carefully insert the CPU into
the socket until it fits in place.
WARNING!
The CPU fits only in one orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU. If
theCPU does not fit completely, check its orientation orcheck for
bent pins.
6. Pushdowntheleverto secure
the CPU. The lever clicks in
place indicating that the
socket is locked.
7. Connect the CPU fan cable to
the3-pinCPU_FANconnector
on the motherboard. Refer to
the picture in step 1.
Notched Corners
Heatsink Fan
Notched Corner
Socket Lever
4. Position the CPU above the
socket such that its notched
or marked corners match
those of the notched corners
of the socket.