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USER MANUAL X533 ASROCK

Published April 2003

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Contents

1 Introduction ...... 4

1.1 Package Contents 4
1.2 Specifications 5
1.3 Motherboard Layout 7
1.4 ASRock I/O™ 8

2 Installation.... 9

2.1 Screw Holes 9
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions 9
2.3 CPU Installation 10
2.4 Installation of CPU fan and Heatsink 10
2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM).... 11
2.6 Expansion Slots 12
2.7 Jumpers Setup 13
2.8 Connectors 14

3 BIOS Setup 16

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility 16
3.2 BIOS Setup Utility Main Menu 16
3.3 Legend Bar 17
3.4 Standard CMOS Setup 17
3.5 Advanced CMOS Setup 20
3.6 Advanced Chipset Setup 21
3.7 Power Management Setup 23
3.8 PCI / Plug and Play Setup 24
3.9 Peripheral Setup 25
3.10 Hardware Monitor Setup 27
3.11 Change Supervisor Password / Change User Password..... 27
3.12 Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings 27
3.13 Save Settings and Exit 27
3.14 Exit Without Saving 27

4 Software Support 28

4.1 Installing Operating System 28
4.2 Support CD Information 28

4.2.1 Running The Support CD 28
4.2.2 Drivers Menu 28
4.2.3 Utilities Menu 28
4.2.4 ASRock "PC-DIY Live Demo" Program 28
4.2.5 Contact Information 28

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock X533 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to quality and endurance.

Chapter 1 and 2 of this manual contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guide for new DIY system builders. Chapter 3 and 4 contain basic BIOS setup and Support CD information.

Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website without further notice.

ASRock website http://www.asrock.com

1.1 Package Contents

ASRock X533 motherboard (ATX form factor: 12.0" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm)

ASRock X533 Quick Setup Guide

ASRock X533 Support CD

1 Cable for IDE devices (1 x ATA 66/100/133)

1 Cable for floppy drive (1 x ribbon cable)

1 ASRock I/O shield

1.2 Specifications

Platform: ATX form factor (12.0" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm)

CPU: Socket 478 for Intel

^® Pentium ^® 4 / Celeron ^® processor

Chipsets:

North Bridge: VIA P4X266E, FSB@533 MHz (NOTE 1);

South Bridge: VIA VT8235

Clock Generator: 100 MHz - 200MHz

Memory: 2 slots for DDR:

DDR1 and DDR2 (PC1600 / PC2100), Max. 2GB;

2 slots for SDR:

SDR1 and SDR2 (PC100 / PC133), Max. 2GB

IDE: IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;

IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;

Can connect up to 4 IDE devices

Floppy Port: Supports 1 floppy disk drive

Audio: 2 channels AC'97 Audio

LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN

Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing (ASRock U-COP);

Chassis temperature sensing;

CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life

(ASRock U-COP)(NOTE 2);

Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore;

PCI slots: 6 slots with PCI Specification 2.2

AGP slot: 1 universal AGP slot, supports 3.3V/1.5V, 4X/2X/1X AGP card

USB 2.0: 4 default USB 2.0 ports and a set of header for 2 additional

USB 2.0 ports upgrade (NOTE 3)

ASRock I/O™: PS/2: 1 keyboard port / 1 mouse port;

1 RJ 45 port;

4 rear default USB 2.0 ports;

1 serial port: COM1;

1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support;

Audio Jack: Line Out/ Line In/ Microphone + Game port

BIOS: AMI BIOS;

Supports "Plug and Play";

ACPI 1.1 compliance wake up events;

Supports jumperfree;

SMBIOS 2.3.1 support;

CPU frequency stepless control

(only for advanced users' reference, NOTE 4)

OS: Microsoft® Windows® 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant

NOTE

1. If the installed CPU runs with the front side bus frequency at 533 MHz on X533 motherboard, it will NOT support DDR 200 (PC1600), and SDR (PC100).
2. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly before you resume the system. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC system.
3. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft ^ Windows ^ XP. It may not work properly under Microsoft ^ Windows ^ 98/ME/2000. Please refer to Microsoft ^ official document at http://www.microsoft.com/HWDEV/BUS/usb/USB2support.asp
4. Although X533 offers stepless control, it is not recommended to perform over clocking. When the CPU frequency of X533 is set to perform over clocking, other clocks, such as PCI clock, AGP clock, and Memory clock will also be overclocked proportionally. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU and the motherboard.

1.3 Motherboard Layout

24.4cm (9.6 in) CPU_FAN1 PSI/2 Mouse PSI/2 Keyboard COM1 PARALLEL PORT LAN USB01 ATXPWR1 VIA P4X266E Chipset CPU PIN1 PGA478 LAN PHY 21 USB23 LAN 24 GAME AUDIO1 User port Ums port Ums port Mic port 23 25 Super I/O AGP1 20 AUDIO1 Audio CODEC PCI 1 PCI 2 PCI 3 PCI 4 PCI 5 PCI 6 X533 ATAI33 USB2.0 VIA VT8235 IDE1 DE2 CMOS Battery CLRCMOS1 CHA_FAN1 SPIAKER1 F56_SEL3 FLOPPY1 USB45 IR1 PS2_USB_PWR1 PASER-SUBO7V PANEL 1 PS2_USB_PWR1

1 ATX power connector (ATXPWR1)

14 Infrared module connector (IR1)

2 CPU socket 15 Speaker connector (SPEAKER 1)

3 CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1) 16 South Bridge controller

4 North Bridge controller 17 Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS1: solder points)

5 184-pin DDR DIMM slots (DDR1-2, blue)

18 PCI slots (PCI1-6)

6 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slots (SDR1-2, black) 19 AUDIO CODEC

7 Primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue)

20 Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1)

8 Secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black)

21 LAN PHY

9 Chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1)

22 PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper

10 Floppy connector (FLOPPY1)

23 Internal audio connector: AUX1 (white)

11 Flash Memory

24 Internal audio connector: CD1 (black)

12 System panel connector (PANEL1)

25 AGP slot (AGP1)

13 USB header (USB45, blue)

26 FSB Select jumper (FSB_SEL0)

27 CPU heatsink retention module

1.4 ASRock I/O ^TM

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1 Parallel port 6 Line Out (Lime)
2 RJ-45 port 7 USB 2.0 ports
3 Game port 8 Serial port: COM1
4 Microphone (Pink) 9 PS/2 keyboard port (Purple)
5 Line In (Light Blue) 10 PS/2 mouse port (Green)

Chapter 2 Installation

X533 is an ATX form factor (12.0" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm) motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.

2.1 Screw Holes

Place screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

2.2 Pre-installation Precautions

1. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle components.
3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
4. Whenever you remove any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that comes with the component.

2.3 CPU Installation

Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90^ angle.

Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that its marked corner matches the base of the socket lever.

Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.

The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to avoid bending of the pins.

Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.

Close-up of a green printed circuit board with a central gold-colored chip (no visible text or symbols)

Step 1 Step 2, 3 Step 4

Close-up of a hand holding a CPU socket on a green circuit board (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a green computer motherboard with visible CPU socket and circuit board (no text or symbols)

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink

Intel® Pentium 4® and Celeron® CPU requires larger heatsink and cooling fan. Thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink is also needed to improve heat transfer. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of vendors of CPU fan and heatsink.

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM) DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) has 168 pins and DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM DIMM has 184 pins.

Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components.

168-pin RAM 184-pin RAM

Green RAM module with multiple chips and a gold connector (no visible text or symbols)

The 168-pin SDRAM DIMM slot (black) and 184-pin DDR DIMM slot (blue) can be easily distinguished by the fool-proof design.

Please do not use both 168-pin SDRAM DIMM and 184-pin DDR DIMM at the same time. To optimize the compatibility, it is not recommended to use two different models of the DIMMs at the same time.

Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward.

Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot.

Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clip snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

Close-up of hands installing or adjusting a circuit board with electronic components (no visible text or symbols)

2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)

There are 6 PCI slots and 1 AGP slot on X533 motherboard.

PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI interface.

AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card.

The ASRock AGP slot has a special locking mechanism which can securely fasten the graphics card inserted.

Installing an expansion card

Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card.

Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).

Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use.

Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot.

Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

Step 6. Replace the system cover.

2.7 Jumpers Setup

The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Short". If no jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Open". The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are "Short" when jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.

Short Open

Jumper Setting

FSB_SELO

(see p.7 item 26)

Note: The setting of the CPU front side bus frequency of this motherboard is by means of the adjustment of jumper-setting. Please follow the figures above to set the CPU front side bus frequency.

PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2,1pin3 to enable (see p.7 item 22) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2+5V

or USB wake up events.

Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by power supply.

Clear CMOS

CLRCMOS1

(see p.7 item 17)

solder points

Note: These solder points allow you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord, then short the solder points for 3 seconds by using metal material, e.g., a paper clip. Please remember to remove the paper clip after clearing the CMOS.

2.8 Connectors

Connectors are NOT jumpers. DO NOT place jumper caps over these connectors.

Connector Figure Description

FDD connector

(33-pin FLOPPY1)

(see p.7 item 10)

Note: Match the red marking on the floppy ribbon cable with Pin1.

Primary IDE connector (Blue) Secondary IDE connector (Black)

(39-pin IDE1) (39-pin IDE2)

(see p.7 item 7) (see p.7 item 8)

connect the blue end to the motherboard

connect the black end to the IDE devices

80-Pin ATA 100/133 cable

Note: To optimize compatibility and performance, please connect your hard disk drive to the primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) and CD-ROM to the secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black).

USB 2.0 header ASRock I/O

(9-pin USB45) 4 default USB 2.0 ports on the

(see p.7 item 13) rear panel. If the rear US\$B

USB PWR P-5 GND RUMMY 1 GND P+4 P-4 USB_PWR

^TM provides you

ports are not sufficient, this USB 2.0 header is available for 2 additional USB 2.0 ports.

Infrared module connector This connector supports an

(5-pin IR1) optional wireless transmitting

(see p.7 item 14) and receiving infrared module.

Internal audio connectors These connectors allow you

(4-pin CD1, 4-pin AUX1) to receive stereo audio input

(CD1: see p.7 item 24) from sound sources such as

(AUX1: see p.7 item 23) a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV

AUX1

tuner card, or MPEG card.

Front panel audio connector This is an interface for front

(9-pin AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows

(see p.7 item 20) convenient connection and

connection and 1 BACKOUT-L AUD-OUT-L DUMMY AUD-OUT-R MIC-POWER

control of audio devices.

System panel connector This connector accommo-

(9-pin PANEL1) dates several system front

(see p.7 item 12) panel functions.

S 1 DUMMY RESET# GND HDLED- HDLED +

External speaker connector This connector allows you

(4-pin SPEAKER 1) to attach to an external SPEAKER DUMMY

(see p.7 item 15) speaker.

Connect the fan cable to the

connector matching the black

wire to the ground pin.

CPU fan connector

(3-pin CPU_FAN1)

(see p.7 item 3)

Connect the fan cable to the

connector matching the black

wire to the ground pin.

ATX power connector

(20-pin ATXPWR1)

(see p.7 item 1)

Connect an ATX power

supply to the connector.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility

This section explains how to configure your system using the BIOS Setup Utility. The Flash Memory on the motherboard stores the BIOS Setup Utility. When you start up the computer, there is a chance for you to run the BIOS Setup. Press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the BIOS Setup Utility, otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.

If you wish to enter the BIOS Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing + + , or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on.

Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following BIOS setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

3.2 BIOS Setup Utility Main Menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup utility, the following screen appears:

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a

X533 BIOS P1.0Standard CMOS SetupAdvanced CMOS SetupAdvanced Chipset SetupPower Management SetupPCI / Plug and Play SetupPeripheral SetupHardware Monitor SetupChange Supervisor PasswordChange User PasswordAuto Configuration with Optimal SettingsSave Settings and ExitExit Without Saving

F1: Help ↑↓ : Select Item +/-: Change Values F9: Setup DefaultsEsc: Exit ← : Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-Menu F10: Save & Exit

Set Time, Date, Hard Disk Type...

The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. The highlighted item is currently selected. Use ↑ ↓ arrow keys to move the highlight bar to select items, then press to make configuration for a specific item.

3.3 Legend Bar

At the bottom of all the Setup Screen is a legend bar. The following table lists the keys in the legend bar with their corresponding functions:

Navigation Key(s) Function Description

<F1> Displays the General Help Screen
<ESC> Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the upper menu from the current menu
↑ / Moves cursor up or down between fields
←/ Selects menu to the left or right
+ / - Increases or decreases values
<Enter> Brings up a selected menu for a highlighted field
<F9> Loads all values to the Setup Defaults
<F10> Saves changes and exits Setup 

3.4 Standard CMOS Setup

This menu lists out the basic information about your system.

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
		[ Setup H e]
System Date System Time	Feb 10 2003 Mon 20:07:40	Month: Jan - Dec Day : 01-31 Year: 1980 - 2099
► Floppy Drives ► IDE Devices
BIOS Version Processor Type Processor Speed Cache Size Microcode Update Total Memory DDR1 DDR2 SDR1 SDR2	X533 BIOS P1.00 Pentium (R) 4 Family CPU 2400 MHz 512 KB F 24 / 0 F 512 MB 512 MB / 266 MIIz None None None
F1:Help 1↓:Select Item +/-:Change Values F9:Setup Defaults Esc:Previous Menu Enter:Select ▶Sub-Menu F10:Save & Exit

System Date [Month/Day/Year]

Set the system date that you specify. Valid values for month, day, and year are Month: [Jan to Dec], Day: [1 to 31], Year: [1980 to 2099). Use ↑ ↓ keys to move between the Month, Day and Year fields.

System Time [Hour:Minute:Second]

Set the system to the time that you specify. Use keys to move between the Hour, Minute and Second fields.

Floppy Drives

Use this to set the type of floppy drives installed.

IDE Devices

Use this to configure IDE devices.

There are two IDE channels (Primary and Secondary) available in your system, and each channel can be installed with one or two devices (Master and Slave).

Use these items to configure each device on the IDE channel.

Highlight "Primary IDE Master" then press to display the submenu:

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Primary IDE Master:		[ Setup Help ]
Type	Auto	Select how to set the parameters of drive,OrSelect [AUTO] to set all HDD parameters automatically.
Cylinders
Heads
Write Precompensation
Sectors
Maximum Capacity
LBA Mode	Off
Block Mode	Off
Fast Programmed I/O Modes	Auto
32 Bit Transfer Mode	Off
Ultra DMA Mode	Auto
F1:Help ↑↓:Select Item +/-:Change Values F9:Setup DefaultsEsc:Previous Menu Enter:Select ▶Sub-Menu F10:Save & Exit

TYPE

It allows user to select the type of the IDE Drive. Below are the configuration options. After making your selections on this sub-menu, press key to return to the upper menu, in which the hard disk drive field will display the size for the hard disk drive that you configured.

[USER]: It allows user to manually enter the number of cylinders, heads, and sectors per track for the drive.

Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the correct configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed hard disk.

[Auto]: Select [Auto] to automatically detect hard disk drive. If auto-detection is successful, the BIOS Setup automatically fills in the correct values for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the auto-detection fails, it may due to that the hard disk is too old or too new. If the hard disk was already formatted on an older system, the BIOS Setup may detect incorrect parameters. In these cases, select [User] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters.

After entering the hard disk information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to active.

[CD/DVD]: This is used for IDE CD/DVD drives.

[ARMD]: This is used for IDE ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device), such as MO.

Cylinders

This is used to configure the number of cylinders. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value.

Heads

This is used to configure the number of read/write heads. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct values.

Write Pre-compensation

Enter Write Pre-compensation sector. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value.

Sectors

This is used to configure the number of sectors per track. Refer to the drive documentation to determine the correct value.

Maximum Capacity

This field shows the drive's maximum capacity as calculated by the BIOS based on the drive information you entered.

LBA Mode

This allows user to select the LBA mode for a hard disk > 512 MB under DOS and Windows; for Netware and UNIX user, select [Off] to disable the LBA mode.

Block Mode

Set the block mode to [On] will enhance hard disk performance by reading or writing more data during each transfer.

Fast Programmed I/O Modes

This allows user to set the PIO mode to enhance hard disk performance by optimizing the hard disk timing.

32 Bit Transfer Mode

It allows user to enable 32-bit access to maximize the IDE hard disk data transfer rate.

Ultra DMA Mode

Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity for compatible IDE devices. Set to [Disabled] to suppress Ultra DMA capability.

3.5 Advanced CMOS Setup

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Advanced CMOS Setup		| Setup Help |
Quick Boot Mode	Enabled	<Enter> to enable or disable the quick boot mode.
Boot Up Num-Lock	On
Boot To OS/2	No
Password Check	Setup
Boot From Network	Disabled
►Boot Device Priority
F1:Help 11:Select Item +/-:Change Values F9:Setup Defaults Esc:Previous Menu Enter:Select ▶Sub-Menu F10:Save & Exit

Quick Boot

This mode speeds up the boot-up routine by skipping memory retestings.

Boot Up Num-Lock

This automatically activates the Numeric Lock function after boot up.

Boot to OS/2

This enables boot up to OS/2 operating system.

Password Check

Select the check point for "Password Check". Configuration options: [Setup], [Always]. If [Setup] option is selected, the "Password Check" is performed before BIOS setup. If [Always] option is selected, the "Password Check" is performed before both boot-up and BIOS setup.

Boot From Network

Use this to enable or disable "boot from network" feature.

Boot Device Priority

Use this to select the priority and order of the devices that your system searches for an operating system at start-up time.

3.6 Advanced Chipset Setup

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Advanced Chipset Setup		[ Setup II e]
	DisabledSpread Spc	<Enter> to enable or disable the feature of spread spectrum.
CPU Host Frequency	Auto
Actual Frequency	133MHz
CPU Ratio Selection	Locked
SDRAM Frequency	266MHz
AGP Mode	4x
AGP Aperture Size	64MB
CPU Read DRAM Fast Ready	Disabled
Read Around Write	Disabled
CPU R/W DRAM 0WS	Disabled
PCI Delay Transaction	Disabled
USB Controller	Enabled
USB Device Legacy Support	Disabled
F1:Help ↑↓:Select Item +/-:Change Values F9:Setup Defaults Esc:Previous Menu Enter:Select ▶Sub-Menu F10:Save & Exit

Spread Spectrum

This field should always be "Disabled" for better system stability.

CPU Host Frequency

This allows you to set the front side bus frequency for the installed processor.

[Auto]

The motherboard detects the jumper setup and sets the CPU host frequency automatically.

[Manual]

This allows user to set CPU host frequency manually. However, this is not recommended unless user thoroughly knows the feature. Wrong setup may cause problems during operation.

CPU Ratio Selection

This shows current CPU host frequency of the installed motherboard.

SDRAM Frequency

If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assigns appropriate frequency automatically. You may also select [200MHz] or [266MHz] as the operating frequency for DDR, or you may select [100MHz] or [133MHz] as the operating frequency for SDR.

AGP Mode

The default is 4X. You can also choose 1X or 2X for older version of VGA cards.

AGP Aperture Size

It refers to a section of the PCI memory address range used for graphics memory. We recommend that you leave this field at the default value unless your AGP card requires other sizes.

CPU Read DRAM Fast Ready

The default is [Disabled]. Leave on the default value for better system stability.

Read Around Write

The default is [Disabled]. Leave on the default value for better system stability.

CPU R/W DRAM OWS

The default is [Disabled]. Leave on the default value for better system stability.

PCI Delay Transaction

Enable PCI Delay Transaction feature will free the PCI Bus when the CPU is accessing 8-bit ISA cards. Disable this feature when using ISA cards that are not PCI 2.1 compliant.

USB Controller

Use this to enable or disable the use of USB devices.

USB Device Legacy Support

Use this to enable or disable support to emulate legacy I/O devices such as mouse, keyboard,... etc.

3.7 Power Management Setup

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
		[ Setup Help ]Standard CMOS Setup
Suspend To RAM <S3>	Disabled	Set the power state after an unexpected AC / Power loss.
Repost Video on S3 Resume	Disabled
Restore on AC / Power Loss	Power Off
Ring-In Power On	Disabled
PCI Devices Power On	Disabled
PS / 2 keyboard Power On	Disabled
RTC Alarm Power On	Disabled
RTC Alarm Date	Every Day
RTC Alarm Hour	00
RTC Alarm Minute	00
RTC Alarm Second	00
F1:Help ↑↓:Select Item +/-:Change Values F9:Setup Defaults Esc:Previous Menu Enter:Select ▶Sub-Mcnu F10:Save & Exit

Suspend to RAM (S3)

This field allows you to select whether to auto-detect or disable the ACPI Suspend-to-RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the system supports it.

Repost Video on S3 Resume

This feature allows you to repost video on S3 resume. It is recommended to enable this feature under Microsoft® Windows® 98 / ME.

Restore on AC/Power Loss

This allows you to set the power state after an unexpected AC power loss. If [Power Off] is selected, the AC power remains off when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC power resumes and the system starts to boot up when the power recovers.

Ring-In Power On

Use this to enable or disable Ring-in signals to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode.

PCI Devices Power On

Use this to enable or disable PCI devices to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode.

PS/2 Keyboard Power On

Select [Any Key] to enable PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode. Or you may select [Disabled] to disable this feature.

RTC Alarm Power On

Use this to enable or disable RTC (Real Time Clock) to power on the system. If [Enable] is selected, you must fill the RTC Alarm Date / Hour / Minute / Second sub-fields with the actual wake up time you desire.

3.8 PCI / Plug and Play Setup

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
P C I / P l u g a n d P l a y S e t u p	[ Setup Help ]
PCI Latency Timer (PCI Clocks) 32 Primary Graphics Adapter PCI	<Enter> to select PCI clocks. Leave on default setting for the best PCI performance.
F1:Help ↑↓:Select Item +/-:Change Values F9:Setup Defaults Esc:Previous Menu Enter:Select ▶Sub-Menu F10:Save & Exit

PCI Latency Timer (PCI Clocks)

The default is 32. We recommend you to keep the default value unless your PCI expansion cards' specifications require other settings.

Primary Graphics Adapter

Select AGP or PCI as the primary graphics adapter.

3.9 Peripheral Setup

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Peripheral Setup		| Setup Help |
OnBoard FDC	Auto	to enable or disable the floppy drive controller.
OnBoard Serial Port	Auto
OnBoard Infrared Port	Disabled
OnBoard Parallel Port	Auto
Parallel Port Mode	ECP + EPPI
EPP Version	1.9
Parallel Port IRQ	Auto
Parallel Port DMA Channel	Auto
OnBoard Midi Port	Disabled
Midi IRQ Select	5
OnBoard Game Port	200h
OnBoard IDE	Both
OnBoard LAN	Enabled
OnBoard AC' 97 Audio	Auto
F1:Help ↑↓:Select Item +/-:Change Values F9:Setup DefaultsEsc:Previous Menu Enter:Select ▶Sub-Menu F10:Save & Exit

OnBoard FDC

Use this to enable or disable floppy drive controller.

OnBoard Serial Port

Use this to set addresses for the onboard serial ports or disable serial ports.

Configuration options: [Auto], [Disabled], [3F8 / IRQ4 / COM1], [2F8 / IRQ3 /

COM2], [3E8 / IRQ4 / COM3], [2E8 / IRQ3 / COM4].

OnBoard Infrared Port

This allows you to enable or disable the onboard infrared port feature.

Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the infrared module is installed.

OnBoard Parallel Port

Select Parallel Port address or disable Parallel Port.

Configuration options: [Auto], [Disabled], [378], [278].

Parallel Port Mode

Set the operation mode of the parallel port.

OnBoard Midi Port

Select address for Midi Port or disable Midi Port.

Configuration options: [Disabled], [330], [300], [290], [292].

Midi IRQ Select

Use this to select Midi IRQ. Configuration options: [5], [10], [11].

OnBoard Game Port

Select address for Game Port or disable Game Port.

Configuration options: [Disabled], [200h], [208h].

OnBoard IDE

Select [Primary] or [Secondary] to enable either the primary IDE channel or the secondary IDE channel. Or you may select [Both] to enable both IDE channels.

If it is set to [Disabled], it will disable the both.

Configuration options: [Disabled], [Primary], [Secondary], [Both].

OnBoard LAN

Enable or disable onboard LAN feature.

OnBoard AC'97 Audio

Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the onboard AC'97 audio feature.

3.10 Hardware Monitor Setup

You may select "Hardware Monitor Setup" to check the status of the hardware on your system. It allows you to monitor the parameters for CPU temperature, Motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, and critical voltage.

AMIBIOS SETUP UTILITY - VERSION 3.31a
Hardware Monitor Setup		[ Setup H e 1 p ]
CPU Temperature M/B Temperature CPU FAN Speed Chassis Fan Speed Vcore +3.30V +5.00V +12.00V	35°C 27°C 3110 RPM 0 RPM 1.72V 3.31V 4.97V 12.16V
F1:Help ↑↓:Select Item +/-:Change Values Enter:Select ▶Sub-Menu		F9:Setup Defaults F10:Save & Exit
Esc:Previous Menu

3.11 Change Supervisor Password / Change User Password

These two options allow you to specify the supervisor / user password. Valid password can be a 1 to 6 alphanumeric characters combination.

3.12 Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings

When you select this option, it will pop up a dialog box that lets you install optimized defaults for all appropriate items in the BIOS Setup Utility. Press to install the default values. The optimized default setting place demands on the system that may be greater than the performance level of the components, such as the CPU and the memory. It may cause fatal errors or instability if you install the optimized defaults when your hardware does not support them.

3.13 Save Settings and Exit

Select this item and press to save the changes that you have made and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

3.14 Exit Without Saving

Select this item and press to exit the BIOS Setup Utility without saving any changes.

Chapter 4 Software Support

4.1 Install Operating System

This motherboard supports various Microsoft ^® Windows ^® operating systems:

98 SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.

4.2 Support CD Information

The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that enhance the motherboard features.

4.2.1 Running The Support CD

To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in your computer. If the Main Menu did not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder in the Support CD to display the menus.

4.2.2 Drivers Menu

The Drivers Menu shows the available devices drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.

4.2.3 Utilities Menu

The Utilities Menu shows the applications software that the motherboard supports. Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.

4.2.4 ASRock PC-DIY Live Demo Program

ASRock presents you a multimedia PC-DIY live demo, which shows you how to install your own PC system step by step. You can find the file through the following path:

..\MPEGAV\AVSEQ01.DAT

To see this demo program, you can run Microsoft® Media Player® to play the file.

4.2.5 Contact Information

If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome to visit ASRock's website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information.