Asus SK8V User manual

Motherboard
SK8V
User Guide

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Checklist
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Features
Contents
Notices .......................................................................................... vii
Safety information ........................................................................ viii
About this guide..............................................................................ix
How this guide is organized ..................................................ix
Conventions used in this guide ..............................................x
Typography.............................................................................x
Where to find more information ..............................................x
SK8V specifications summary........................................................xi
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents............................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features.................................................................. 1-2
1.3.1 Product Highlights.................................................. 1-2
1.3.2 Unique ASUS features ........................................... 1-4
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Before you proceed ............................................................ 2-1
Onboard LED ..................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview........................................................ 2-2
2.2.1 Placement direction ............................................... 2-2
2.2.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 2-2
2.2.3 Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-3
2.2.4 Layout Contents..................................................... 2-4
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 2-6
2.3.1 Overview ................................................................ 2-6
2.3.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 2-6
2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fan ............................... 2-8
2.3.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable ............................ 2-10
2.3.5 CPU heatsink and fan Qualified Vendors List...... 2-10
2.4 System memory ................................................................2-11
2.4.1 Overview ...............................................................2-11
2.4.2 Memory configurations .........................................2-11
2.4.3 Qualified Vendor List............................................ 2-12
2.4.4 Installing a DIMM ................................................. 2-13
2.4.5 Removing a DIMM ............................................... 2-14
2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................ 2-15

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Safeguards
Contents
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 2-15
2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card ............................ 2-15
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-16
2.5.4 PCI slots .............................................................. 2-17
2.5.5 AGP slot............................................................... 2-17
2.5.6 WiFi slot ............................................................... 2-18
2.6 Jumpers............................................................................ 2-19
2.7 Connectors ....................................................................... 2-21
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors......................................... 2-21
2.7.2 Internal connectors .............................................. 2-22
Chapter 3: Powering up
3.1 Starting up for the first time ................................................ 3-1
3.2 Powering off the computer ................................................. 3-2
3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function .......................... 3-2
3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch .................... 3-2
3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™ .................................................... 3-3
3.3.1 Vocal POST messages .......................................... 3-3
3.3.2 Winbond Voice Editor ............................................ 3-5
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ............................. 4-1
4.1.2 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS ...................... 4-2
4.1.3 Using AFUDOS to copy BIOS from PC ................. 4-3
4.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 4-4
4.1.5 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 4-5
4.1.6 ASUS Update ........................................................ 4-7
4.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 4-9
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen .............................................. 4-10
4.2.2 Menu bar.............................................................. 4-10
4.2.3 Navigation keys ................................................... 4-10
4.2.4 Menu items ...........................................................4-11
4.2.5 Sub-menu items....................................................4-11
4.2.6 Configuration fields ...............................................4-11
4.2.7 Pop-up window .....................................................4-11
4.2.8 Scroll bar...............................................................4-11
4.2.9 General help .........................................................4-11

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4.3 Main menu........................................................................ 4-12
4.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx]..................................... 4-12
4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] ............................. 4-12
4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] ....................... 4-12
4.3.4 Language [English] .............................................. 4-12
4.3.5 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave .......... 4-13
4.3.6 System Information .............................................. 4-14
4.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 4-15
4.4.1 CPU Configuration ............................................... 4-15
4.4.2 Chipset................................................................. 4-22
4.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration........................... 4-25
4.4.4 PCI PnP ............................................................... 4-27
4.4.5 JumperFree Configuration ................................... 4-28
4.4.6 Speech Configuration .......................................... 4-29
4.4.7 Instant Music Configuration ................................. 4-30
4.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 4-31
4.5.1 Suspend Mode [S1 (POS) & S3 (STR)] ............... 4-31
4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ....................... 4-31
4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] ......................................... 4-31
4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] ............................. 4-31
4.5.5 APM Configuration............................................... 4-32
4.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 4-34
4.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 4-35
4.6.1 Boot Device Priority ............................................. 4-35
4.6.2 Removable Drives ............................................... 4-36
4.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-36
4.6.4 Security ................................................................ 4-38
4.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 4-41
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 ......................................................... 5-3
5.2.4 ASUS Contact Information..................................... 5-4
5.2.5 Other information ................................................... 5-5

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5.3 Software Information ............................................................ 5-7
5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™.................................................. 5-7
5.3.2 ASUS Instant Music ............................................... 5-9
5.4 AI Audio feature................................................................ 5-12
5.5 VIA RAID configurations................................................... 5-16
5.5.1 Install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks............... 5-17
5.5.2 Entering VIA® Tech RAID BIOS Utility ................ 5-18
5.5.3 Create Array......................................................... 5-19
5.5.4 Delete Array ......................................................... 5-21
5.5.5 Select Boot Array ................................................. 5-22
5.5.6 Serial Number View ............................................. 5-22
5.6 Promise® RAID configurations......................................... 5-23
5.6.1 Install the hard disks ............................................ 5-24
5.6.2 Enter the MBFastBuild™ utility ............................ 5-25
5.6.3 Creating a RAID 0 array (Performance) .............. 5-26
5.6.4 Creating a RAID 1 array (Security) ...................... 5-27
5.6.5 Other FastBuild Utility Commands....................... 5-29
5.7 Creating a floppy with RAID driver ................................... 5-31
5.8 AI Net feature ................................................................... 5-32

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Notices
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 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
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features of the and the new
technologies 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 jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
•Chapter 3: Powering up
This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST
messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
• 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.

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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. Refer to the ASUS contact
information.
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.
DANGER/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.
Typography
Bold Text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
<Enter> Indicates that you must press the Enter or Return
key.
Keyboard key names If you must press two or more keys
simultaneously, the key names are linked with a
plus sign (+). Example: Ctrl+F
Words in Italics Italics are used to emphasize a point.