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FW-7580
User's Manual
Publication date:2010-04-15

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Copyright and Trademarks
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Acknowledgement
Intel, Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks of
Intel Corp.
Microsoft Windows and MS-DOS are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corp.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of
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Compliances
CE
This product has passed the CE test for environmental
specifications. Test conditions for passing included the
equipment being operated within an industrial enclosure.
In order to protect the product from being damaged by
ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) and EMI leakage, we strongly
recommend the use of CE-compliant industrial enclosure
products.
FCC Class A
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation
of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Chapter 1: Introduction 1
System Specication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Front Panel Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Rear Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 2: Hardware Setup 5
Preparing the Hardware Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installing the System Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installing the Hard Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installing a CompactFlash Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CPU and the Heat Sink Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Riser Card Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 8
Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Motherboard Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Chapter 4: BIOS Settings 12
Updating the BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Accessing the BIOS menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Navigating the BIOS menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
The Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Advanced Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Boot Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Security Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Exit Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Appendix A: Programming Watchdog Timer 36
Appendix B: Setting up Console Redirections 37
Appendix C: Digital Input/Output Control on the GPIO port 38
Appendix D: Programming LAN Bypass 39

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Introduction
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Chapter 1:
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the FW-7580. The Fw-7580 is a 1U
network communication appliance that is designed to
meet your demand for high quality network application
platform with its high port density. The FW-7580 comes
with 1 FE and 6 Gb Ethernet ports with one pair capable
to be an abnormal state packet bypass.
This network appliance is an ideal platform for applications
such as load balancing and UTM management.
Please refer to the following chart below for a summary of
the system’s specifications.
System Specification
FEATURES DESCRIPTION
Form Factor 1U Rackmount
Platform
Processor
Supports Intel Core 2 Duo,
Pentium D, Celeron proces-
sors, LGA 775
Chipset Intel G41 + ICH7R
Front Side Bus 1333/1066/800 MHz
Max Speed 3.0 GHz
System Memory
Technology Dual-channel DDR2
800/667 MHz
Max Capacity 8GB
Socket 240P DIMM x 2
OS Support Windows, Linux, OpenBSD,
FreeBSD
Storage
HDD Bay(s) 2.5” x 1
Storage Interface Serial ATA x 2
CompactFlash (type II) x 1
Networking
Ethernet Port Density
7 onboard (RJ45 x 7)
1 pair support by-pass
function
Controller Intel 82574L GbE x 6,
Intel 82562ET FE x 1
I/O Interface
Console RJ45 x 1
USB 2.0 2
Expansion* PCI-E (x)8 x 1
Cooling
Processor 1U CPU passive heatsink
with duct to 2 fans
System Cooling fan x 1 with Smart
Fan
Environmental
Parameters
Temperature, ambient
operating / storage 0ºC ~40ºC / -20ºC~60ºC
Humidity (RH), ambient op-
erating and non-operating 5 ~ 95%, non condensing
Miscellaneous
LCD Module 2 x 20 character
Watchdog Yes
Internal RTC with Li Battery Yes
Physical
Dimensions
Dimensions (WxHxD) 431x44.4x276 mm
(17x1.7x10.9 in)
Weight 7 kg (15.4 lbs)
Power
Type / Watts 1U ATX SPS / 220W
Input AC 100~240V@50~60Hz
Output +3.3V 16.8A, +5V 12A, +12V
10A, -12V 0.8A, +5VSB 2A
Approvals &
Compliance
CE Emission, FCC Class
A, RoHS

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Package Contents
Your package contains the following items:
FW-7580 Network Security Platform•
Power cable•
1 crossover Ethernet cable (1.8 meter)•
1 straight-through Ethernet cable (1.8 meter)•
1 RJ-45 to DB-9 female console cable•
Serial-ATA hard drive cable•
1 threaded-screw set•
1 ear bracket set•
Drivers and user’s manual CD.•

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F1 Power/Status/HDD LED
Power: If the LED is on it indicates that the system is powered on. If it is off, it indicates that the system is powered off.
Status: If the LED is green, it indicates that the system’s operational state is normal. If it is red, it indicates that the system is
malfunctioning.
HDD: If the LED is on, it indicates that the system’s storage is functional. If the LED blinks, it indicates data access activities.
If it is off, it indicates that there is no hard disk present or functional.
F2 System Panel: LCD System Panel
The LCD System Panel can be programmed to display operating status and configuration information. For more details or
sample programming code, please refer to Appendix B Programming the LCM.
F3 Reset Switch
The reset switch can be used to reboot the system without turning off the power.
F4 Console Port
By using suitable rollover cable or RJ-45 to DB-9 Female (Cisco console cable), you can connect to a computer terminal for
diagnostic or configuration purpose. Terminal Configuration Parameters: 115200 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit , no
flow control.
F5 Two USB 2.0 Ports
It connects to any USB devices; for example, a flash drive.
F6 Management Port
This FastEthernet port can be connected for configuration or troubleshooting purpose. Or it can be used as a WAN port.
6 Gigabit LAN ports
Left LED:If the LED is green, it indicates that the connection speed is 100Mbps. If the LED is orange, it indicates that it
indicates that the connection speed is 1000Mbps.
Right LED: If the LED is on, it indicates that the port is active. If it blinks, it indicates there is traffic.
Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect FW-7580 System to a computer, or to any other piece of equipment that has
an Ethernet connection; for example, a hub or a switch. Moreover, 1 pair (LAN5-LAN6) can be configured as LAN Bypass
when failure events occur. This feature is implemented in hardware using watch dog timer functionality. Refer to Appendix
D Programming Lan Bypass for a sample implementation of this feature.
Note:
The number of LAN ports varies depending on the model.1.
The availability of LAN Bypass varies depending on the model.2.
Manage LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 LAN5 LAN6
F6
F3 F4 F5
F1 F2
Front Panel Features

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Rear Panel Features
R3R1 R2 R4 R5 R6 R7
R1 AC Power-in socket: A 100/240VAC Switching Single Power Supply.
R2 Power-on Switch: A switch to turn on or off the power.
R3 Chassis Fans 1, 2 and 3
R4 VGA Port: A VGA connector for connecting the monitor.*
R5 RS-232 Serial Port: It can be connected to a terminal computer for diagnostic purpose.*
R6 USB2.0 Port: It connects to any USB devices; for example, a flash drive.*
R7 Low profile PCI-E slot: A slot for connecting the extended PCI-E card
The slot is for installing an additional adapter card which is connected to the main board via a riser card.
Note: The ports marked with * are optional.

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Chapter 2:
Hardware Setup
Preparing the Hardware Installation
To access some components and perform certain service
procedures, you must perform the following procedures
first.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
electric shock, or damage to the equipment,
remove the power cord to remove power from the
server. The front panel Power On/Standby button
does not completely shut off system power.
Portions of the power supply and some internal
circuitry remain active until AC power is removed.
Unpower the FW-7580 and remove the power cord.1.
Unscrew the 3 threaded screws from the top cover of2.
the FW-7580 System.
Slide the cover backwards and open the cover3.
upwards.
Installing the System Memory
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features
data transfer rates of 667 and 800 MHz to meet the higher
bandwidth requirements of the latest operating system
and Internet applications. It comes with two Double
Data Rate(DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM)
sockets.
Open the DIMM slot latches.1.
Install the DIMM.2.
Note:
All DIMMs installed must be the same speed1.
(DDR2 667 or 800). Do not install DIMMs
supporting different speeds.
The motherboards can support up to 8 GB2.
memory capacity in maximum. However, due
to the memory address limitation on 32-bit
Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more
memory on the motherboard, the actual usable
memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For
effective use of memory, we recommend that you
do any of the following:
Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are
using a 32-bit Windows OS.
OR
Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to
install 4GB or more on the motherboard.
For more details, refer to the Microsoft© support
site.
Installing the Hard Disk
The system can accomdate two Serial-ATA disks. Follow
these steps to install a hard disk into the FW-7580:
Unsrew the 4 screws on the hard disk tray to take out1.
the hard disk tray from the system.
Place hard disk on the hard disk tray and align the holes2.
of the hard disk with the mounting holes on the tray.
Secure the hard disk with 4 mounting screws on the3.
hard disk tray.
Connect the Serial-ATA power and hard disk cables to4.
the hard disk’s connectors respectively.
Plug the Serial-ATA cable to the Serial-ATA Connector5.
on the main board.
Repeat steps 2 to 5 to install a second disk (if there is6.
one).
Put the hard disk tray with the installed hard disk back7.
to the system and secure it with the mounting screws.
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Remove the CPU socket cap.1.
Press the load lever and release it from the retention2.
tab.
Lift the load lever and then the plate.3.
Align the cut-out of the CPU and the notch on the4.
socket. The CPU should fit perfectly into the socket.
Note that the CPU fits in the socket in only one
direction.
Close the plate and push the load lever to lock it back5.
to the retention tab.
Peel off the sticker on the CPU to expose the thermal6.
compound.
Put the heat sink on top of the installed CPU, match7.
the screws with the screw holes on the board. Fasten
two screws which are opposite to each other at a time
and then the other two. It is easier this way because of
the springiness of the bracket.
Place the heat sink cover on top of the installed heat8.
sink and screw the two screws to fasten it on the case.
Note:
The CPU heat sink could only be installed in only1.
one direction as shown in the picture.
To protect the CPU socket pins, retain the CPU2.
cap when the CPU is not installed.
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3
5
4
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Installing a CompactFlash Card
FW-7580 provides one CompactFlash slot(CF1). Follow the
procedures bellow for installing a CompactFlash card.
Align CompactFlash card and the card slot with the1.
arrow pointing toward the connector.
Push the card to insert into the connector.2.
Note: The Compact Flash Card has a jumper
setting (J2) to set itself as a primary or slave device It is
only useful when there are other storage devices such as
a CD-ROM installed in the system which is not applicable
in the FW-7580. For more details, please refer to Chapter 3
Motherboard Information.
CPU and the Heat Sink Installation
The FW-7580 sever system is powered by the MB-75807580
sever board, which comes with one ZIF type LGA775 CPU
socket.
Follow the procedures bellow for installing a CPU
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Riser Card Installation
To provide a PCI-E connector for installing an additional
adaptor in a compact system lke the FW-7580, a riser card
has to be installed.
Align the riser card with the PCI-E golden finger1.
connector.
Insert the card into the connector firmly.2.
Fasten the screws to fix the card to the board.3.

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Chapter 3:
Motherboard Information
Block Diagram
The block diagram depicts the relationships among the
interfaces or modules on the motherboard. Please refer
to the following figure for your motherboard’s layout
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Motherboard Layout
The motherboard layout shows the connectors and
jumpers on the board. Refer to the following picture
as a reference of the pin assignments and the internal
connectors.
CF Card Connector
AT/ATX Mode
Selection Jumper
CPU Socket
Ethernet Ports
USB2.0 Ports
SPI ROM Update
Jumper
Serial Cable
Connector
VGA Cable
Connector
Front LCD module
Connector
Clear CMOS
System Power Button
Connector
ATX Power
Connector
Reset Switch
M14
USB Cable
Connector
SATA 1/2 Connec-
tors
Keyboard and
Mouse Connectors
Console Port
Hardware and Soft-
ware Reset Jumper
PCI-Ex8 golden
nger
Port 80 Pin
Header
AT Mode Power
Button Connector
M2
AT Mode Jumper
M20
M16
M7
M9
M18
M3
M19
System Fan1 Con-
nector
CPU Fan1 to Fan 3
Connectors
Management
Port
M1
M4
M5
M6
CF Card Master/Slave Selection
Jumpber
M8
M10
M11
M12
M13
DIMM Socket M15
M17
M16
M21
System Fan Connector
M22

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Jumper Settings
M1 VGA Interface (J1): It is for connecting the VGA
interface cable.
M2 USB Connector(J8) : It is for connecting the USB
module cable. It complies with USB2.0 and support
up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
M3 PCI-Ex8 Golden Finger(J1): It is for connecting the riser
card to add the expansion cards which might be an
AGP or RAID controller to the system. Refer to Chapter
2 Hardware Setup for an installing illustration.
M4 AT Mode Power Button Connector (CONN1):It is for
connecting the power switch in AT mode in lieu of
the following jumper selections, ie, you don’t need to
adjust the AT/ATX Mode Selection or AT Mode jumper
settings.
M5 AT/ATX Mode Selection Jumper(J11): Please adjust
the jumpers (J10 and J11) respectively as described in
the following jumper settings when connecting the
power switch in AT mode.
M6 AT Mode Jumper(J10): It is for adjusting the jumper
setting for the power mode. Note that you have to
adjust the jumper J11 accordingly.
M7 CFMaster/SlaveSelectionJumper(J2):It is forselecting
the CF card as a master or slave drive. Note that the
default setting of J2 jumper is set to Master. Note that
this jumper only useful when there are other storage
devices such as a CD-ROM installed in the system
which is not applicable in the FW-7580.
Master Slave
3
2
1
3
2
1
M8 CompactFlash Connector (CF1): It is for connecting
a Compact Flash card to be served as your system's
storage. For details of pin assignment, please refer to
the User's Manual.
M9 Keyboard and mouse interface Connectors(J16):
It is for connecting the PS/2 keyboard and mouse
interface cable.
M10 Front LCD Module Connector(J9): The 24-pin
connector is for connecting the front system panel.
M11 SPI-ROM Update Connector: Using the appropriate
cable to connect this 10-pin ISP in header connector,
the user can update the SPI Flash soldered on board.
M12 This connector is for the system power button.
Pressing the power button turns the system on or
puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending
on the BIOS settings.
M13 Hardware or Software Reset Jumper(JP2): The jumper
can be adjusted to be in either hardware or software
reset mode when the reset switch is pressed. The
hardware reset will reboot the system without turning
off the power. The software reset can be programmed
to reset a software to its default setting.
Function USB_VCC USBD- USBD+ GND GND
PIN NO. 2 4 6 8 10
2 4 6 8 10
1 3 5 7 9
1 3 5 7 9 11
Function GND GND GND GND GND DDCCLK
PIN NO. 2 4 6 8 10 12
2 4 6 8 10 12
PIN NO. 1 3 5 7 9 11
Function Red Green Blue HSYNC VSYNC DDC-
DATA
2
1
Pin No. Function
-- AT mode
1-2 ATX mode (Default)
Pin No. Function
-- Normal(Default)
1-2 AT mode
2 1
Pin No. Function
VCC 1
MSDATA 3
KBDATA 5
GND 7
Pin No. Function
2 MSCLK
4 KEY
6 KEY
8 KBCLK
1
3
5
7
2
4
6
8
Function Pin No.
NC 1
ICH_SPI_CS0# 3
SB_SPI_MISO 5
KEY 7
GND 9
Pin No. Function
2 NC
4 V_3P3_SPI_R
6 SPI_HD_N
8 ICH_SPI_CLK
10 ICH_SPI_MOSI
1
3
5
7
9
2
4
6
8
10
Pin No. Function
1-2 (Default) Software Reset
2-3 Hardware Reset
1
2
3
Pin No. Pin name
1 PANSW
2 GND
1
2
PIN NO. 1 3 5 7 9
Function USB_VCC USBD- USBD+ GND GND

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M14 ATX Power Connector(ATX1, ATX2): These 20-pin
and 4-pin connectors are for connecting ATX power
supply plugs. Find the proper orientation when
inserting the plugs, for the supply plugs are designed
to fit these connectors in only one orientation.
M15 DIMM Socket: The 200-pin DDR2 SO-DIMM is for
connecting the DDR2 800/667 memory. The system
can support up to 8 GB in maximum.
M16 SATA 1 and 2 Connectors(J3, J4): It is for connecting
a 2.5'' SATA harddisk to be served as your system's
storage. The system can support up to 2 disks in
maximum.
M17 Clear CMOS jumper (J19): It is for clearing the CMOS
memory and system setup parameters by erasing
the data stored in the CMOS RAM such as the system
passwords.
M18 Serial Interface Connectors(J13, COM2): It is for
connecting the RS-232 serial port module cable.
M19 CPU Socket: The LGA 775 socket is for connecting the
CPU.
M20 CPU Fan Connectors(CON1/CON2/CON3): The 4-pin
connector is for connecting the CPU fan.
M21 System Fan Connector(CON5): The 4-pin connector is
for connecting the system fan.
M22 LPC I/O bus (Port 80) (LPC1): It is a proprietary
connector for connecting a checkpoint device to
output checkpoints throughout bootblock and
Power-On Self Test (POST) to indicate the task the
system is currently executing.
Pin No. Function
-- Normal (Default)
1-2 Clear CMOS
PIN NO. 1 3 5 7 9
Function Data Carrier
Detected
Received
Data
Transmitted
Data
Data Terminal
Ready
Signal
Ground
Function Data Set
Ready
Request to
Send
Clear to
Send
Ring Indicator Signal
Ground
PIN NO. 2 4 6 8 10
2 4 6 8 10
1 3 5 7 9
2 1
Pin No. Function
1 GND
2 +12VDC
3 Sense
4 Control
4 3 2 1
PIN NO. 1 3 5 7 9
Function CLK PLTRST# FRAME# AD3 AD2
Function AD1 AD0 VCC GND GND
PIN NO. 2 4 6 8 10
2 4 6 8 10
1 3 5 7 9

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Chapter 4:
BIOS Settings
Updating the BIOS
The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated
using the designated Flash Utility. To obtain the utility,
please contact us either through the sales rep or technical
support.
Note:
For the update version of the BIOS image, please
visit Lanner’s support page at
http://assist.lannerinc.com.Then select support
center from the Main Menu and look under the
folder for the desired product category . The
resources for each product including the BIOS
image will be contained within a folder named by
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Accessing the BIOS menu
When you are installinga motherboard, use the BIOS Setup
program to reconfigure the system, or when the system
prompts“Run Setup”during start-up. This section explains
how to configure your system using this program.
Even if you are not prompted to enter the BIOS Setup
program when you are installing a motherboard, you can
change the configuration of your computer in the future.
For example,youmaywanttoenable the securitypassword
feature or change the power management settings. This
requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS
Setup program so that the computer can recognize these
changes and record them in the CMOS RAM .
When you start up the computer, the system provides you
with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Delete>
during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup
utility (There are a few cases that other keys are used, such
as <F1>, <F2>, and so forth.); otherwise, POST continues
with its test routines.
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system
by pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset
button on the system chassis. You can also restart by
turning the system off and then back on. Do this last
option only if the first two failed.
The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as
possible. Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll
through the various sub-menus and make your selections
from the available options using the navigation keys.
Note: This manual describes the standard look of
the setup screen. There may be some instances in which
the motherboard features can vary from one to another
due to customization.This means that some of the options
described in this manual mays not match that of your
motherboard’s AMIBIOS.
Navigating the BIOS menu
The BIOS setup utility uses a key-based navigation system
called hot keys. Most of the BIOS setup utility hot keys can
be used at any time during the setup navigation process.
These keys include <F1>, <F10>, <Enter>, <ESC>, <Arrow>
keys, and so on.
Keys Description
-><- Left/Right The Left and Right <Arrow> keys
allow you to select an setup screen.
For example: Main screen, Advanced
screen, Boot screen, and so on.
Up/Down The Up and Down <Arrow> keys
allow you to select an setup item or
sub-screen.
+- Plus/Minuss The Plus and Minus <Arrow> keys
allow you to change the field value
of a particular setup item. For
example: Date and Time.
Tab The <Tab> key allows you to select
setup fields.
Note: The <F8> key on your keyboard is the Fail-
Safe key. It is not displayed on the key legend by default.
To set the Fail-Safe settings of the BIOS, press the <F8>
key on your keyboard. It is located on the upper row of
a standard 101 keyboard. The Fail-Safe settings allow
the motherboard to boot up with the least amount of
options set. This can lessen the probability of conflicting
settings.
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The Main Menu
The main BIOS setup menu is the first screen that you can
navigate. Each main BIOS setup menu option is described
in this chapter.
TheMainBIOSsetupmenu screenhastwomain frames.The
left frame displays all the options that can be configured.
“Grayed-out” options are configured parameters and
cannot be modified. On the other hand, Options in blue
can be modified.
The right frame displays the key legend. Above the key
legend is an area reserved for a text message. When an
option is selected in the left frame, it is highlighted in
white. Often a text message will accompany it.
System Time/System Date
Use this option to change the system time and date.
Highlight System Time or System Date using the <Arrow>
keys. Enter new values through the keyboard. Press the
<Tab> key or the <Arrow> keys to move between fields.
The date must be entered in MM/DD/YY format. The time
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Advanced Settings
Select the Advanced tab from the setup screen to enter
the Advanced BIOS Setup screen. You can select any of
the items in the left frame of the screen, such as SuperIO
Configuration, to go to the sub menu for that item. You
can display an Advanced BIOS
Setup option by highlighting it using the <Arrow> keys.
All Advanced BIOS Setup options are described in this
section. The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is shown at
the right. The sub menus are described on the following
pages.
IDE Configuration Settings
You can use this screen to select options for the IDE
Configuration Settings. Use the up and down <Arrow>
keys to select an item. Use the <Plus> and <Minus> keys to
change the value of the selected option. A description of
the selected item appears on the right side of the screen.
The settings are described on the following pages. An
example of the IDE Configuration screen is at the right.
Primary IDE Master, Primary IDE Slave, Secondary IDE Master,
Secondary IDE Slave:
Select one of the hard disk drives to configure it. Press
<Enter> to access its the sub menu. The options on the
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Primary /Secondary IDE Master and Slave Sub Menu
From the IDE Configuration screen, press <Enter> to
access the sub menu for the primary/secondary IDE
master and slave drives. Use this screen to select options
for the Primary and Secondary IDE drives. Use the up and
down <Arrow> keys to select an item. Use the <Plus> and
<Minus> keys to change the value of the selected option.
The settings are described on the following pages. The
screen for the Primary IDE Master is shown at the right.
Type
This option sets the type of device that the AMIBIOS
attempts to boot from after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST)
has completed. The Optimal and Fail-Safe default setting
is Auto.
Option Description
Not Installed Set this value to prevent the BIOS from
searching for an IDE disk drive on the specified
channel.
Auto Set this value to allow the BIOS to automatically
detect the IDE disk drive type attached to the
specified channel. This setting should be used
if an IDE hard disk drive is attached to the
specified channel. This is the default setting.
CDROM This option specifies that an IDE CD-ROM drive
is attached to the specified IDE channel. The
BIOS will not attempt to search for other types
of IDE disk drives on the specified channe.
ARMD This option specifies an ATAPI Removable
Media Device.
This includes, but is not limited to:
•ZIP
•LS-120
LBA/Large Mode
LBA (Logical Block Addressing) is a method of addressing
data on a disk drive. The Optimal and Fail-Safe default
setting is Auto.
Option Description
Disabled Set this value to prevent the BIOS from using
Large Block Addressing mode control on the
specified channel.
Auto Set this value to allow the BIOS to automatically
detect the Large Block Addressing mode control
on the specified channel. This is the default
setting.
Block (Multi-Sector Transfer)
This option sets the block mode multi sector transfers
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Option Description
Disabled Set this value to prevent the BIOS from using
Multi-Sector Transfer on the specified channel.
The data to and from the device will occur one
sector at a time.
Auto Set this value to allow the BIOS to automatically
detect device support for Multi-Sector Transfers
on the specified channel. If supported, Set this
value to allow the BIOS to automatically detect
the number of sectors per block for transfer
from the hard disk drive to the memory. The
data transfer to and from the device will occur
multiple sectors at a time. This is the default
setting.
PIO Mode
IDE PIO (Programmable I/O) mode programs timing
cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable
IDE controller. As the PIO mode increases, the cycle time
decreases. The Optimal and Fail-Safe default setting is
Auto.
Option Description
Auto Set this value to allow the BIOS to auto detect
the PIO mode. Use this value if the IDE disk
drive support cannot be determined. This is the
default setting.
0 Set this value to allow the BIOS to use PIO mode
0. It has a data transfer rate of 3.3 MBs.
1 Set this value to allow the BIOS to use PIO mode
0. It has a data transfer rate of 5.2 MBs.
2 Set this value to allow the BIOS to use PIO mode
0. It has a data transfer rate of 8.3 MBs.
3 Set this value to allow the BIOS to use PIO mode
0. It has a data transfer rate of 11.1MBs.
4 Set this value to allow the BIOS to use PIO
mode 4. It has a data transfer rate of 16.6 MBs.
This setting generally works with all hard disk
drives manufactured after 1999. For other disk
drive, such as IDE CD-ROM drives, check the
specifications of the drive.
DMA Mode
This setting allows you to adjust the DMA (Direct memory
access) mode options. The Optimal and Fail-Safe default
setting is Auto.
Option Description
Auto Set this value to allow the BIOS to automatically
detect the DMA mode. Use this value if the IDE
disk drive support cannot be determined. This is
the default setting.
SWDMA0 Set this value to allow the BIOS to use Single
Word DMA mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of
2.1 MBs.