Asus Motherboard P4GE-V User manual

Motherboard
P4GE-V
User Guide

ii
Checklist
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Features
Contents
FCC/CDC statements..................................................................... vi
Safety information ......................................................................... vii
About this guide............................................................................ viii
How this guide is organized ................................................ viii
Conventions used in this guide .............................................ix
Where to find more information .............................................ix
ASUS contact information ...............................................................x
P4GE-V specifications summary....................................................xi
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents............................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features.................................................................. 1-2
1.4 Motherboard overview........................................................ 1-6
1.4.1 Major components ................................................. 1-6
1.4.2 Core specifications ................................................ 1-8
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Motherboard installation ..................................................... 2-1
2.1.1 Placement direction ............................................... 2-1
2.1.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 2-2
2.3 Before you proceed ............................................................ 2-3
2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 2-4
2.4.1 Overview ................................................................ 2-4
2.4.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 2-5
2.4.3 Installing the heatsink and fan ............................... 2-7
2.4.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable .............................. 2-9
2.5 System memory ............................................................... 2-10
2.5.1 Overview .............................................................. 2-10
2.5.2 Memory configurations .........................................2-11
2.5.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................. 2-12
2.5.4 Removing a DIMM ............................................... 2-12

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Safeguards
Contents
2.6 Expansion slots ................................................................ 2-13
2.6.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 2-13
2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card ............................ 2-13
2.6.3 PCI slots .............................................................. 2-15
2.6.4 AGP slot............................................................... 2-15
2.7 Jumpers............................................................................ 2-16
2.8 Connectors ....................................................................... 2-18
Chapter 3: Powering up
3.1 Starting up for the first time ................................................ 3-1
3.2 Vocal POST Messages ...................................................... 3-2
3.3 Powering off the computer ................................................. 3-4
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 4-1
4.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS ....................... 4-3
4.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 4-7
4.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 4-8
4.2.2 Legend bar............................................................. 4-8
4.3 Main Menu........................................................................ 4-10
4.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 4-12
4.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 4-16
4.4 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 4-17
4.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 4-20
4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration...................................... 4-24
4.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 4-26
4.5 Power Menu ..................................................................... 4-29
4.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 4-31
4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 4-33
4.6 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 4-35
4.7 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 4-37

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Contents
Chapter 5: Software support
5.1 Install an operating system................................................. 5-1
5.2 Support CD information...................................................... 5-1
5.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 5-1
5.2.2 Drivers menu ......................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 Utilities menu ......................................................... 5-5
5.2.4 ASUS Contact Information..................................... 5-6
5.2.5 Other information ................................................... 5-7
5.3 Software information .......................................................... 5-9
5.3.1 ASUS Update ........................................................ 5-9
5.3.2 ASUS MyLogo2™................................................ 5-10
5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe .................................................. 5-12
5.3.4 Winbond Voice Editor .......................................... 5-17
5.3.5 Multi-channel audio feature ................................. 5-21

vi
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.
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 modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.

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Safety information
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 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 adpater or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
•Make sure 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 fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
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, 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.

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing the
ASUS P4GE-V motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the P4GE-V motherboard. It
includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the motherboard
and the new technology it supports.
• Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to
perform when installing system components. It includes description of
the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
•Chapter 3: Powering up
This chapter describes the power up sequence and gives information
on the BIOS beep codes.
• Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
• Chapter 5: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with
the motherboard package.
• Index
This part contains an alphabetical list of the topics found in this
document.

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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
Where to find 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. The ASUS websites are listed in the
ASUS Contact Information on page x.
2. 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.
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: Information that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)
Address: 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112
General Tel: [phone]
General Fax: [phone]
General Email: [email protected]
Technical Support
MB/Others (Tel): [phone] (English)
Notebook (Tel): [phone] (English)
Desktop/Server (Tel): [phone] (English)
Support Fax: [phone]
Support Email: [email protected]
Web Site: www.asus.com.tw
Newsgroup: cscnews.asus.com.tw
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center,
Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA
General Fax: [phone]
General Email: [email protected]
Technical Support
Support Fax: [phone]
General Support: [phone]
Web Site: www.asus.com
Support Email: [email protected]
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Europe)
Address: Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany
General Fax: [phone]
General Email: [email protected] (for marketing requests only)
Technical Support
Support Hotline: MB/Others: [phone]
Notebook: [phone]
Support Fax: [phone]
Support (Email): www.asuscom.de/de/support (for online support)
Web Site: www.asuscom.de

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P4GE-V s ecifications summary
CPU
Chipset
Front Side Bus (FSB)
Memory
Expansion slots
VGA
IDE
Audio
LAN
Special features
Rear panel I/O
(continued on the next page)
Socket 478 for Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 / Celeron 3.0+ GHz
On-die 512KB/256KB L2 cache with full speed
Intel
®
Hyper-Threading technology ready
New power design for up to 3.06 GHz or faster speed
Intel 82845GE GMCH
Intel 82801DB ICH4
533/400 MHz
3 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2GB memory
Supports PC2700/PC2100 (FSB533), or PC2100/PC1600
(FSB400) unbuffered non-ECC DDR DIMMs
1 x AGP 4X (1.5V only)
6 x PCI (includes one ASUS BlueMagic PCI slot)
Integrated 3D graphics controller in 82845GE
Supports ASUS DVI-845 graphics card (purchased separately)
2 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 connectors
ADI AD1980 6-channel audio CODEC
Broadcom
®
BCM4401 Fast Ethernet controller
ASUS JumperFree™mode
ASUS POST Reporter™
ASUS EZ Plug™
ASUS Q-Fan
ASUS EZ Flash
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
CrashFree BIOS
Power Loss Restart
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
CPU throttle
Adjustable CPU V
CORE
, memory, andAGP voltages
Multi-language BIOS
AGP warning LED
1 x Parallel port
1 x Serial port
1 x Video port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
4 x USB 2.0/USB 1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
Line In/Line Out/Microphone ports

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Internal I/O
BIOS features
Industry standard
Manageability
Form Factor
Support CD contents
P4GE-V s ecifications summary
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
1 x USB 2.0/1.1 connector for 2 additional USB ports
CPU/Power/Chassis fan connectors
20-pin/4-pin ATX 12V power connectors
IDE LED/Power LED connectors
Chassis intrusion, SMBus, and SIR connectors
GAME/MIDI connector
S/PDIF Out connector
CD/AUX/Modem audio connectors
Front panel audio connector
4Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,
SM BIOS2.3, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash,
CrashFree BIOS, C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0
WfM 2.0. DMI 2.0, WOL/WOR by PME, chassis intrusion,
SMBus
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.0 in (30.5 cm x 22.9 cm)
Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS LiveUpdate
Trend Micro™PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software

Cha ter 1
This chapter describes the features of the
P4GE-V motherboard. It includes brief
explanations of the special attributes of the
motherboard and the new technology it
supports.
Product introduction

ASUS P4GE-V motherboard
Cha ter summary
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................ 1-1
1.2 Package contents .......................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features ............................................. 1-2
1.4 Motherboard overview................................... 1-6

ASUS P4GE-V motherboard user guide 1-1
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying the ASUS
®
P4GE-V motherboard!
The ASUS
P4GE-V motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest
technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality
motherboards!
The P4GE-V incorporates the Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 Processor in 478-pin
package coupled with the Intel
®
82845GE chipset to set a new benchmark
for an effective desktop platform solution.
Supporting up to 2GB of system memory with PC2700/2100/1600 DDR
SDRAM, high-resolution graphics via an AGP 4X slot, USB 2.0, 3D video,
and 6-channel audio features, the P4GE-V is your perfect vehicle to get
ahead in the world of power computing!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it,
check the items in your package with the list below.
1.2 Package contents
Check your P4GE-V package for the following items.
ASUS P4GE-V motherboard
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.0 in (30.5 cm x 22.9 cm)
ASUS P4GE-V series support CD
ASUS USB 2.0/GAME module (for audio models only)
ASUS S/PDIF module (for audio models only)
80-conductor ribbon cables for UltraDMA/66/100 IDE drives
40-conductor IDE cable
Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive
I/O shield
Bag of extra jumper caps
User Guide
Quick Setup Guide and Reference Card (for retail boxes only)
Jumpers and Connectors Sticker (for retail boxes only)
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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1.3 S ecial features
Latest processor technology
The P4GE-V motherboard supports the latest Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 Processor via
a 478-pin surface mount ZIF socket. The Pentium 4 processor with 512KB L2
cache on 0.13 micron process includes a 533/400 MHz system bus and
features the new Hyper-Threading technology and FMB2 power design
that allow up to 3.0+ GHz core frequencies for up to 4.2GB/s data transfer
rates. See page 2-4.
DDR memory support
Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the P4GE-V
motherboard supports up to 2GB of system memory using PC2700/
PC2100/PC1600 DDR DIMMs. The ultra-fast 333MHz memory bus
delivers the required bandwidth for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and
Internet applications. See page 2-10.
Onboard LAN solution (on LAN models only)
The motherboard mounts the BroadCom
®
BCM4401 chipset to support
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX networking protocol.
USB 2.0 technology
The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, extending the connection speed from 12 Mbps on USB 1.1
to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. The higher bandwidth of USB 2.0 allows
connection of devices such as high resolution video conferencing
cameras, next generation scanners and printers, and fast storage units.
USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. See page 2-23.
6-channel digital audio (on audio models only)
The ADI AD1980 AC ‘97 audio CODEC is onboard to provide 6-channel
audio playback for 5.1 surround sound, over 90dB dynamic range, and
stereo Mic PREAMP. A digital audio connector is onboard to accommodate
the bundled Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) Out module. See page
2-26.

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Integrated VGA
The Intel 845GE Graphics Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) has an
integrated graphics controller that delivers 3D, 2D, and video capabilities.
The GMCH video engines support video conferencing and other video
applications. The Brookdale-G GMCH is compliant with the Digital Visual
Interface (DVI) Specification Rev. 1.0 , and supports high-speed interface
to a digital display when a DVI-compliant external device is present. See
pages 2-15 and 4-22.
BlueMagic PCI slot
The ASUS proprietary BlueMagic slot is onboard to support future ASUS
function cards that are also compliant to PCI specification. See page 1-9.
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to
the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking.
When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to
open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and
reboot the system, and BIOS automatically restores the CPU default
settings for each parameter. See page 2-17.
ASUS EZ Plug™
This patented ASUS technology lets you use your existing power supply
rather than buying a new ATX 12V power supply. The ASUS EZ Plug™is
a 4-pin auxillary +12V connector mounted on the motherboard that
connects a regular 4-pin device power connector from the power supply.
This connector is necessary to provide the additional power required by
the P4 CPU. See page 2-21.
ASUS POST Reporter™
P4GE-V offers a new exciting feature called theASUS POST Reporter™
to provide friendly voice messages and alerts during the Power-On Self-
Tests (POST). Through an added external speaker, you will hear the
messages informing you of the system boot status and causes of boot
errors, if any. The bundled Winbond Voice Editor software allows you to
customize the voice messages, and provides multi-language support. See
pages 3-1, 4-25, and 5-17.

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ASUS MyLogo2™
This new feature present in the P4GE-V motherboard allows you to
personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos.
See details on page 5-10.
ASUS Multi-language BIOS
The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice
from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow you to
configure easier and faster. Visit the ASUS website for information on the
supported languages. See page 4-11.
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even
before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility
or boot from a floppy disk. See page 4-1.
ASUS Q-Fan technology
The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to
the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page
4-33.
CrashFree BIOS
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk
in cases when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection
eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip.

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Overclocking
•adjustable CPU frequency multiple in BIOS using the ASUS
JumperFree™solution
•C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
•adjustable FSB/DDR ratio
•Fixed AGP/PCI ratio
•adjustable CPU V
CORE
, and DDR memory and AGP voltages
•Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) for fine-tuning system bus
frequency from 100MHz up to 200MHz at 1MHz increments
See page 4-17.
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASUS ASIC to prevent
overheating and damage. The system fan rotations per minute (RPM) is
monitored for timely failure detection. The system voltage levels are
monitored to ensure stable supply of current for critical components. See
page 4-33.
ACPI ready
The Advanced Configuration power Interface (ACPI) provides more energy
saving features for operating systems that support OS Direct Power
Management (OSPM). See page 4-30.
Chassis intrusion detection
The motherboard supports chassis intrusion monitoring through the ASUS
ASIC. A chassis intrusion event is retained in CMOS for more protection.
See page 2-20.

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1.4 Motherboard overview
Before you install the P4GE-V motherboard, familiarize yourself with its
physical configuration and available features to facilitate the motherboard
installation and future upgrades. A sufficient knowledge of the motherboard
specifications will also help you avoid mistakes that may damage the
board and its components.
1.4.1 Major components
The following are the major components of the P4GE-V motherboard as
pointed out in the picture on page 1-7.
1. ATX 12V connector
2. CPU socket
3. North Bridge controller
4. DDR DIMM sockets
5. ASUS EZ Plug™12V connector
6. ATX power connector
7. Floppy disk connector
8. IDE connectors
9. South Bridge controller
10. Speech controller
11. Flash ROM
12. Standby power LED
13. ASUS ASIC
14. Super I/O controller
15. PCI slots
16. Audio CODEC
17. LAN controller (optional)
18 AGP warning LED
19. AGP slot
20. PS/2 mouse port
21. Parallel port
22. RJ-45 port (optional)
23. Line In jack
24. Line Out jack
25. Microphone jack
26. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4
27. Video port
28. Serial port
29. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2
30. Keyboard port
See page 1-8 for the specifications of each component. Refer to
Chapter 2 for detailed information on the components.