Asus Motherboard P4S333-VM User manual

Motherboard
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P4S333-VM
User Guide

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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
Chapter 1: Product introduction ......................................... 1-1
1.1 Welcome!............................................................................ 1-1
1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features .................................................................. 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights ................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Value-added solutions ............................................ 1-3
1.4 Overview............................................................................. 1-4
1.4.1 Motherboard components ....................................... 1-4
Chapter 2: Hardware information ........................................ 2-1
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................................................ 2-13

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2.6 Expansion slots................................................................. 2-14
2.6.1 Installing an expansion card.................................. 2-14
2.6.2 Configuring an expansion card ............................. 2-15
2.6.3 PCI slots ............................................................... 2-16
2.6.4 AGP slot ............................................................... 2-16
2.7 Jumpers ............................................................................ 2-17
2.8 Connectors ....................................................................... 2-19
Chapter 3: Powering up ....................................................... 3-1
3.1 Starting up for the first time.................................................. 3-1
3.3 Powering off the computer................................................... 3-2
Chapter 4: BIOS setup ......................................................... 4-1
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS...................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Using the computer system for the first time ........... 4-1
4.1.2 Updating BIOS procedures ..................................... 4-3
4.2 BIOS Setup program........................................................... 4-5
4.2.1 BIOS menu bar....................................................... 4-6
4.2.2 Legend bar ............................................................. 4-6
4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-8
4.3.1 Primary & Secondary Master/Slave ........................ 4-9
4.3.2 Keyboard Features ............................................... 4-13
4.4 Advanced Menu ................................................................ 4-15
4.4.1 Chip Configuration ................................................ 4-17
4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration....................................... 4-20
4.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................. 4-22
4.5 Power Menu...................................................................... 4-25
4.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................. 4-27
4.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 4-29
4.6 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 4-30
4.7 Exit Menu.......................................................................... 4-32

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Chapter 5: Software support ............................................... 5-1
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 Installation menus................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 Software and drivers description ............................. 5-3
5.3 Software information ........................................................... 5-5
5.3.1 ASUS Update ......................................................... 5-5
Glossary ................................................................................ G-1
Index ........................................................................................ I-1

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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.
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.
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.

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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 P4S333-VM motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the P4S333-VM 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.
• Glossary
This part lists the technical terms that you may encounter when
reading this document.
• 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
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General Fax: [phone]
General Email: [email protected]
Technical Support
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Notebook (Tel): [phone] (English)
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Support Fax: [phone]
Support Email: [email protected]
Web Site: www.asus.com.tw
Newsgroup: cscnews.asus.com.tw
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Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center,
Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA
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Technical Support
Support Fax: [phone]
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Web Site: www.asus.com
Support Email: [email protected]
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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 (Tel): [phone]
Support Fax: [phone]
Support (Email): www.asuscom.de/de/support (for online support)
Web Site: www.asuscom.de

Chapter 1
Product introduction

ASUS P4S333-M motherboard

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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying the ASUS
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P4S333-VM motherboard!
The ASUS
P4S333-VM motherboard delivers a host of new features and
latest technology making it another standout in the long line of ASUS
quality motherboards!
The P4S333-VM incorporates the Intel
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Pentium
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4 Processor in 478-pin
package/Northwood Processor coupled with the SiS 650 chipset to set a
new benchmark for an effective desktop platform solution.
Supporting up to 2GB of system memory with PC2100/1600 DDR
SDRAM, high-resolution graphics via an AGP 4X slot, USB capability,
communication and networking options, high-speed data transfers using
the ATA100 protocol, and AC ‘97-compliant audio features, the P4S333-
VM 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 P4S333-VM package for the following items.
ASUS P4S333-VM motherboard (Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6-in x 7.5-in)
ASUS P4S333-VM support CD
ASUS 2-port USB 1.1 module
I/O plate (for LAN models only)
80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA/33/66/100 IDE drives
40-conductor IDE cable
Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive
Bag of extra jumper caps
User Guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
Latest processor technology
The P4S333-VM motherboard supports the latest Intel Pentium 4 478/
Northwood Processor, also known as P4, via a 478-pin surface mount ZIF
socket. The Pentium 4 processor utilizes the advanced 0.18 micron
processor core in FC-PGA2 package for a 2.0GHz frequency, while the
Northwood processor uses the 0.13 micron processor core with 512KB L2
cache for up to a speedy 2.4+GHz frequency. The P4 offers optimized
performance for audio, video, and Internet applications. See page 2-4.
DDR memory support
Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the
P4S333-VM motherboard supports up to 2GB of system memory using
PC2100/1600 DDR DIMMs to deliver the required bandwidth for the latest
3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications.
Digital audio interface (on audio models only)
On audio models, a digital audio connector is onboard to accommodate
the Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) Out module, which supports
coaxial interfaces. Experience 5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced
3D audio while playing DVDs and computer games. See page 2-24.
Onboard audio feature (on audio models only)
A CS4299 AC’97 CODEC is onboard to support AC’97 compliant audio
devices.
Onboard LAN (on LAN models only)
The motherboard incorporates the ICS 1893Y LAN PHY chip to support
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet networking.
Smart Card Reader support
A special connector for the Smart Card Reader comes onboard to support
the cutting-edge technology for increased security in authenticating online
transactions, editing IC-based information, and a lot more.

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1.3.2 Value-added solutions
Overclocking
The P4S333-VM overclocking features:
•adjustable CPU frequency multiple in BIOS using the ASUS
JumperFree™solution
•adjustable FSB/MEM frequency ratio
•Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) for fine-tuning system bus
frequency from 100MHz up to 166MHz at 1MHz increments
•optimized system performance through BIOS built-in optimization mode

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1.4 Overview
Before you install the P4S333-VM 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 Motherboard components
The following are the major components of the P4S333-VM motherboard
as pointed out in the picture on page 1-5.
1. ATX 12V connector
2. CPU socket
3. North Bridge controller
4. ATX power connector
5. DDR DIMM sockets
6. IDE connectors
7. South Bridge controller
8. ASUS ASIC
9. Onboard LED
10. Floppy disk connector
11. Flash EEPROM
12. Super I/O controller
13. PCI slots
14. AC’97 CODEC (optional)
15. AGP slot
16. LAN PHY (optional)
17. PS/2 mouse port
18. RJ-45 port (optional)
19. Parallel port
20. Game/MIDI port (optional)
21. Microphone jack (optional)
22. Line In jack (optional)
23. Line Out jack (optional)
24. VGA port
25. Serial Port
26. USB ports
27. PS/2 Keyboard port
See page 1-6 for a brief description of each component. Refer to
Chapter 2 for more information on the motherboard jumpers and
connectors.

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ATX 12V connector. This power connector connects the 4-pin 12V
plug from the ATX 12V power supply.
CPU socket. A 478-pin surface mount, Zero Insertion Force (ZIF)
socket called mPGA478. This socket accommodates the Intel
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Pentium
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4 478/Northwood Processor with 400MHz system bus.
North bridge controller. This SiS650 controller integrates a high
performance host interface for the Intel Pentium 4 processor, a
memory controller, an AGP interface, and SiS MuTIOL technology.
ATX power connector. This 20-pin connector connects to an ATX
+12V power supply. The power supply must have at least 1A on the
+5V standby lead (+5VSB).
DDR DIMM sockets. These two 184-pin DIMM sockets support up
to 2GB using unbuffered non-ECC PC2100/1600 DDR DIMMs.
IDE connectors. These dual-channel bus master IDE connectors
support up to four Ultra DMA/100/66, PIO Modes 3 & 4 IDE
devices. Both the primary (blue) and secondary (black) connectors
are slotted to prevent incorrect insertion of the IDE ribbon cable.
South bridge controller. Referred to as the SiS961 MuTIOL Media
I/O, this controller integrates the audio controller with AC’97
Interface, Ethernet MAC, Dual Universal Serial Bus Host
controllers, IDE Master/Slave controllers, and the MuTIOL Connect
to PCI Bridge.
ASUS ASIC. This chip performs multiple system functions that
include hardware and system voltage monitoring.
Onboard LED This green indicator light informs the user that
power is being supplied to the board.
Floppy disk connector. This connector accommodates the
provided ribbon cable for the floppy disk drive. One side of the
connector is slotted to prevent incorrect insertion of the floppy disk
cable.
Flash EEPROM. This 2Mb firmware contains the programmable
BIOS program.
Super I/O controller. This Low Pin Count (LPC) interface provides
the commonly used Super I/O functionality. The chipset supports a
high-performance floppy disk controller for a 360K/720K/1.44M/
2.88M floppy disk drive, a multi-mode parallel port, two standard
compatible UARTs, a Standard Infrared (SIR), one MPU-401 UART
mode compatible MIDI/game port, and a Flash ROM interface.
PCI slots. These three 32-bit PCI 2.2 expansion slots support bus
master PCI cards like SCSI or LAN cards with 133MB/s maximum
throughput.
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AC ’97 audio CODEC. This chip supplies performance compatible
with multimedia systems. When coupled with a PCI audio
accelerator or core logic that supports the AC ‘97 interface, the
CODEC delivers a cost-effective, superior quality audio solution.
(on audio models only)
AGP slot. This Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports 1.5V
AGP4X mode graphics cards for 3D graphical applications.
LAN PHY. This ICS 1893Y LAN PHY works with the South Bridge
controller to fully support 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
networking protocols. (on LAN models only)
PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
RJ-45 port. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network
(LAN) through a network hub. (on LAN models only)
Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a
scanner, or other devices.
Game/MIDI port. This connector supports a joystick or a game pad
for playing games, and MIDI devices for playing or editing audio
files. (on audio models only)
Microphone jack. This Mic (pink) jack connects a microphone.
(on audio models only)
Line In jack. This Line In (light blue) jack connects a tape player or
other audio sources. (on audio models only)
Line Out jack. This Line Out (lime) jack connects a headphone or
a speaker. (on audio models only)
VGA port. This 15-pin VGA port supports all types of visual
displays, including CRTs and VGA monitors.
Serial port. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other
serial devices.
USB ports. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB devices such as a mouse and PDA.
A USB header is also available for two additional USB ports. See
page 2-21.
PS/2 keyboard port. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2
keyboard.
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