Asus Pundit-R User manual
Book Size Barebone System
AB-P2800
User Guide
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E1611
Revised Edition V2
May 2004
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Table of contents
Notices ........................................................................................... 6
Safety information .......................................................................... 7
About this guide.............................................................................. 8
System package contents ............................................................ 10
Chapter 1: System introduction
1.1 Welcome! ............................................................................ 12
1.2 Front panel (external) .......................................................... 12
1.3 Front panel (internal) ........................................................... 13
1.4 Rear panel........................................................................... 14
1.5 Internal components............................................................ 16
1.6 System dimension ............................................................... 16
Chapter 2: Basic installation
2.1 Preparation.......................................................................... 18
2.2 Before you proceed ............................................................. 18
2.3 Removing the cover ............................................................ 19
2.4 Removing the storage drive assembly ................................ 20
2.5 Installing a CPU................................................................... 21
2.5.1 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.... 21
2.5.2 CPU installation..................................................... 23
2.5.3 Re-installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly 24
2.6 Installing memory modules.................................................. 26
2.6.1 Overview ............................................................... 26
2.6.2 Memory configurations.......................................... 26
2.6.3 Qualified Vendor List ............................................. 27
2.6.4 Installing a DIMM .................................................. 27
2.6.5 Removing a DIMM ................................................ 28
2.7 Installing PCI cards ............................................................. 29
2.7.1 PCI slots................................................................ 29
2.7.2 PCI card installation .............................................. 29
2.7.3 Configuring an expansion card ............................. 31
2.8 Installing storage drives....................................................... 32
2.8.1 Installing an IDE hard disk drive............................ 32
2.8.2 Installing a Serial ATA hard disk drive ................... 34
2.8.3 Installing an optical drive....................................... 35
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2.9 Replacing the cover............................................................. 39
2.10 Removing and re-installing the foot stand ........................... 40
2.10.1 Removing the foot stand ....................................... 40
2.10.2 Re-installing the foot stand.................................... 41
2.11 Power supply unit information ............................................. 42
2.11.1 Voltage selector..................................................... 42
2.11.2 Power supply specifications .................................. 43
2.12 Connecting devices ............................................................. 44
Chapter 3: Starting up
3.1 Installing an operating system............................................. 48
3.2 Powering up ........................................................................ 49
3.3 Using the system................................................................. 49
3.3.1 PCMCIA card slot.................................................. 49
3.3.2 Storage card slot ................................................... 50
3.3.3 Optical drive .......................................................... 50
3.4 Support CD information....................................................... 51
3.4.1 Running the support CD........................................ 51
3.4.2 Drivers menu......................................................... 51
3.4.3 Utilities................................................................... 52
3.4.4 ASUS contact information ..................................... 53
3.5 ATI IGP Catalyst™ .............................................................. 54
3.5.1 Left-click menu ...................................................... 54
3.5.2 Right-click menu.................................................... 54
3.5.3 Managing multiple displays ................................... 55
3.6 Multi-channel audio feature ................................................. 57
Chapter 4: Motherboard information
4.1 Introduction.......................................................................... 62
4.2 Motherboard layout ............................................................. 62
4.3 Jumper ................................................................................ 63
4.4 Internal connectors.............................................................. 65
Chapter 5: BIOS setup
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ..................................... 72
5.1.1 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ...... 72
5.1.2 ASUS Update........................................................ 74
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5.2 BIOS Setup program ........................................................... 76
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen................................................ 77
5.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 77
5.2.3 Navigation keys..................................................... 77
5.2.4 Menu items............................................................ 78
5.2.5 Sub-menu items .................................................... 78
5.2.6 Configuration fields ............................................... 78
5.2.7 Pop-up window...................................................... 78
5.2.8 Scroll bar ............................................................... 78
5.2.9 General help.......................................................... 78
5.3 Main menu........................................................................... 79
5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 79
5.3.2 System Date.......................................................... 79
5.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave; Serial ATA Master....... 80
5.3.4 System Information ............................................... 81
5.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 82
5.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................ 82
5.4.2 Chipset .................................................................. 83
5.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 85
5.4.4 PCIPnP ................................................................. 86
5.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 88
5.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 88
5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume................................ 88
5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 88
5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ............................................... 88
5.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 89
5.5.6 Hardware Monitor.................................................. 90
5.6 Boot menu ........................................................................... 92
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority............................................... 92
5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .................................. 93
5.6.3 Security ................................................................. 94
5.7 Exit menu ............................................................................ 97
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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.
WARNING! 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 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 devices into the system, carefully read all the
documentation 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.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßenAustausch der
Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller
empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien
nach Angaben des Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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Safeguards
About this guide
Audience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about
the ASUS book size barebone system. This guide is intended for
experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal
computers.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS book size
barebone system. The chapter lists the system features including an
introduction of the front and rear panels, and internal components.
2. Chapter 2: Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install
components to the system.
3. Chapter 3: Starting up
This chapter tells you how to turn on the system and install the
drivers and utilities from the support CD. This chapter also describes
the software applications that the system supports.
4. Chapter 4: Motherboard information
This chapter provides information on the pre-installed system
motherboard. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper
settings, and connector locations.
5. Chapter 5: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
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Conventions used in this guide
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.
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.
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System package contents
Check your book size barebone system package for the following items.
1. ASUS book size barebone system with:
• ASUS P4R8L motherboard
• CPU fan and heatsink assembly
• PCMCIA slot
• 4-in-1 storage card reader
• PCI riser card
• 200W power supply unit
2. Cables
• Power cable and plug
• Serial ATA signal cable
• Serial ATA power cable
3. Support CD
4. User guide
5. Optional component(s)
• Security port with two security keys
• Optical drive*
Contact your retailer immediately if any of the items is damaged or
missing.
*CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM/DVD-RW
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