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ii E2938First Edition V1 November 2006 Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by...
Page 3 - iii; Contents; Commando specifications summary; Product introduction
iii Contents Notices ........................................................................................................ viiSafety information .................................................................................... viiiAbout this guide .................................................
Page 4 - iv; Powering up; Starting up for the first time; BIOS setup
iv Contents 2.7 Audio Card Installation .............................................................. 2-24 2.8 Connectors ................................................................................. 2-25 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors .................................................. 2-25 2.8.2 ...
Page 5 - Software support
v 4.3.7 System Information ....................................................... 4-15 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu ............................................................. 4-16 4.4.1 AI Tuning [Auto] ............................................................ 4-16 4.4.2 ASUS C.G.I. [Auto] .........
Page 6 - RAID configurations; CPU features; Intel
vi 5.2.5 Manuals menu ................................................................ 5-5 5.2.6 ASUS Contact information .............................................. 5-5 5.2.7 Other information ............................................................ 5-6 5.3 Software information ................
Page 7 - vii; Notices; Federal Communications Commission Statement; may cause undesired operation.; Canadian Department of Communications Statement; could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
vii 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 ca...
Page 8 - viii; Safety information; Electrical safety; regulations for disposal of electronic products.
viii 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 ca...
Page 9 - ix; About this guide; How this guide is organized
ix About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology ...
Page 10 - Command
x Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select. Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. <Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than ...
Page 13 - Accessories
xiii Commando specifications summary Accessories UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable FDD cable SATA cables SATA power cables I/O shield User's manual USB2.0 port module IEEE1394 port module 3 in 1 Q-connector 7 x cable ties InterVideo ® Media Launcher (OEM version) Optional fan for Water-Cooling or Passive-Co...
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Page 15 - This chapter describes the motherboard
1 Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Page 16 - ASUS Commando; Chapter summary
ASUS Commando Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Special features ...............................................
Page 17 - Package contents
ASUS Commando 1-1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS ® Commando motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on i...
Page 18 - Chapter 1: Product Introduction; Special features; Product highlights; Republic of Gamers
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of the best. We offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovating ideas, and we welcome the best gamers to join in.In the...
Page 19 - Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel; RAID solution; The Intel; S/PDIF digital sound ready
ASUS Commando 1-3 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology The motherboard fully supports the Serial ATA II 3.0 Gb/s technology through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel ® P965 Express chipset. The Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s specification provides twice the bandwidth of the current Serial ATA products with a h...
Page 20 - Unique features; Fanless Design; Ethernet cable(s) connected to the Marvell; Extreme Tweaker; increment to achieve maximum system performance.; Optional fan
1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3.2 Unique features 8-phase cap-less Power design The 8-phase EL Capless Power Design demonstrates two hardcore commitments of ROG products: ultimate overclocking capability, and ultimate reliability. The 8- phase power design yields unparalleled superiority in ...
Page 21 - ASUS LCD Poster
ASUS Commando 1-5 ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and error-free. See pages 2-36 for details. ASUS LCD Poster ...
Page 22 - Supreme FX features; video conference and recording.; Noise Filter; it in the incoming audio stream while recording.; DTS; sound format into a convincing multi-channel audio experience.; ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3; USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 4-8 for details.; ASUS EZ Flash 2
1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Supreme FX features This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air conditioners, and other...
Page 23 - This chapter lists the hardware setup
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.
Page 25 - Before you proceed; or change any motherboard settings.; Onboard LED; COMMANDO Onboard LED
ASUS Commando 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or ...
Page 26 - Chapter 2: Hardware information; Motherboard overview; ensure that the motherboard fits into it.; motherboard components.; Placement direction; chassis as indicated in the image below.; Screw holes
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information ® COMMANDO 2.2 Motherboard overview 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 can caus...
Page 27 - Motherboard layout; Refer to
ASUS Commando 2-3 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PANEL ® CHASSIS 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) PWR_FAN LAN1_USB12 FLOPPY Super I/O PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard LAN2...
Page 28 - Layout contents
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2.4 Layout contents Slots Page 1. DDR2 DIMM slots 2-14 2. PCI slots 2-22 3. PCI Express x16 slots 2-22 Jumper Page 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_EN) 2-23 Rear panel connectors Page 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2-25 2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 2-25 3. LCD Poster 2-2...
Page 29 - Internal connectors; Clear CMOS switch
ASUS Commando 2-5 Internal connectors Page 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-27 2. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 2-27 3. ICh8R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6) 2-28 4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) 2-29 5. IEEE 1394a port con...
Page 30 - • Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel ® Quad-core / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium ® Extreme / Pentium ® D/ Pentium ® 4 and Celeron ® D processors. • Upon purchase of the motherboar...
Page 31 - Lift the load lever in the direction of; are installing a CPU.; Installing the CPU; and the load lever is on your left.; COMMANDO CPU Socket 775
ASUS Commando 2-7 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. 2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. Retention tab Load lever This side of the socket box should face you. PnP cap A B To prevent ...
Page 33 - Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
ASUS Commando 2-9 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel ® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. thermal condition and performance. condition and performance. To install the CPU heatsink and fan:1. P...
Page 34 - Push down two fasteners at a time in; can occur if you fail to plug this connector.; COMMANDO CPU fan connector
2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. B A A A B B Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware mo...
Page 35 - Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
ASUS Commando 2-11 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. B B A A...
Page 37 - Installing the optional fan; fan and motherboard components.
ASUS Commando 2-13 2.3.4 Installing the optional fan 1. Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. Fit the grooved edge to the heatsink. 3. Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cables. 4. The above photo shows the fan installed on the mot...
Page 38 - System memory; Overview; Channel; Channel A; COMMANDO 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DI...
Page 39 - Memory configurations; DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
ASUS Commando 2-15 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configu...
Page 40 - Commando Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information Commando Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. SS/DS Part No. DIMM supportA* B* C* 512MB KINGSTON K4T51083QC SS KVR800D2N5/512 • • • 1024MB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package SS KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN • • • 512MB Qimonda HYB18T...
Page 44 - Expansion slots; describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.; Installing an expansion card; it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.; Configuring an expansion card; Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup.; inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details.
2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card:1. Before installing the expansion...
Page 45 - Interrupt assignments; IRQ assignments for this motherboard; IRQ; * These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.
ASUS Commando 2-21 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCI slot 1 – – – – – shared – – PCI slot 2 – – – – – – shared – PCI slot 3 – – – – – – – shared PCI slot 4 – – – – shared – – – LAN (8001) – – – shared – – – – SATA (363) shared – – – – – – – LAN (805...
Page 46 - PCI slots; below for the location of the slots.
2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express x16...
Page 47 - COMMANDO Clear RTC RAM; Jumper; CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard clr CMOS switch helps you easily to; button and again to release it.; clr CMOS
ASUS Commando 2-23 ® COMMANDO COMMANDO Clear RTC RAM CLRTC_EN Normal (Default) Clear RTC 1 2 2 3 2.6 Jumper 1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC_EN) This jumper allows you to enable the Clear CMOS switch. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. T...
Page 48 - Audio Card Installation
2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.7 Audio Card Installation 1. Take out the Audio card from the package. 2. Locate the slot on the motherboard. 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card sits on the slot completely. 4. The above photo shows the audio card installe...
Page 49 - Connectors; Rear panel connectors; Description; LAN port LED indications
ASUS Commando 2-25 1 15 2 3 4 5 12 13 6 7 8 9 10 11 14 2.8 Connectors 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 3. LCD Poster. This poster displays ...
Page 51 - signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.; Drive jumper setting; COMMANDO Floppy disk drive connector
ASUS Commando 2-27 2.8.2 Internal connectors 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk driv...
Page 52 - COMMANDO IDE connector; ICH8R Serial ATA connectors; , RAID 5, RAID 10 configuration with the Intel; COMMANDO SATA connectors
2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information ® COMMANDO COMMANDO IDE connector NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. PRI_IDE 3. ICH8R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Se...
Page 53 - COMMANDO USB 2.0 connectors; Serial ATA hard disk drive connection; right angle side; Connector
ASUS Commando 2-29 Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to the SATA device, or connect the right-angle side of the SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. 4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) These connectors are for USB 2....
Page 54 - of the system chassis.; COMMANDO IEEE 1394 connector; the temperature sensors for a better cooling effect.; COMMANDO Thermal sersor cable connectors; The thermal sensor cable is purchased separately.
2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for a IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. You can connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q-...
Page 55 - cable matches the ground pin of the connector.; not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors!; COMMANDO Fan connectors
ASUS Commando 2-31 7. CPU, chassis, power, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2, 3-pin CHA_FAN3, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin OPT_FAN1~3) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A ~ 7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan...
Page 56 - ATX power connectors; a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the; • Use only either a 4-pin EATX12V or an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug for the; COMMANDO Chassis intrusion connector; CHASSIS; COMMANDO ATX power connectors; EATXPWR
2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information 9. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 2 x 4-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors...
Page 57 - Power supply requirements; Heavy Loading
ASUS Commando 2-33 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 550 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8pin EATX12V power plug; otherwise, the system will not ...
Page 59 - read from or written to the HDD.; COMMANDO System panel connector
ASUS Commando 2-35 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2...
Page 61 - Onboard switches; change settings to enhance system performance.; Clear CMOS switch; hangs due to overclocking.; COMMANDO CMOS switch; COMMANDO Power on switch
ASUS Commando 2-37 2.8.3 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Clear CMOS switch Press the clear CMOS switch to clear...
Page 62 - Press the reset switch to reboot the system.; COMMANDO Reset switch
2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information 3. Reset switch Press the reset switch to reboot the system. ® COMMANDO COMMANDO Reset switch
Page 63 - This chapter describes the power up
3 Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
Page 65 - b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain); BIOS Beep; AMI BIOS beep codes
ASUS Commando 3- 3.1 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switches are off.3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equippe...
Page 66 - Chapter 3: Powering up; Turning off the computer; Using the OS shut down function
3- Chapter 3: Powering up 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows ® 2000: 1. Click the Start button then click Shut Down.2. Make sure that the Shut Down option button is selected, then click the OK button to shut down the computer. 3. The power sup...
Page 67 - This chapter tells how to change
4 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Page 69 - Managing and updating your BIOS; ASUS Update; Installing ASUS Update; ASUS Update utility
ASUS Commando 4-1 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.1. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows ® environment.) 2. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.)...
Page 70 - Auto Select; Updating the BIOS through the Internet; Start
4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Quit all Windows ® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select . Click Next . Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet:1. Launch the ...
Page 71 - Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file; The ASUS Update utility is; Open
ASUS Commando 4-3 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate . The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a fi...
Page 72 - Chapter 4: BIOS setup; Creating a bootable floppy disk; format
4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. DOS environmenta. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive.b. At the DOS prompt, type format A: / S then press <Enter>. Windows ® XP environment a. Insert a 1.4...
Page 73 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility; Tools; menu to select; EZ Flash2; You can launch the EZ Flash 2 by two methods.; with; process and automatically reboots the system when done.
ASUS Commando 4-5 To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk or a USB flash disk, then restart the system. 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows y...
Page 74 - AFUDOS utility; corrupted during the updating process.; Copying the current BIOS; To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:; the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.; 024KB free space to save the file.; Updating the BIOS file; the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk.
4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted...
Page 75 - filename at the DOS prompt.; completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.; The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.
ASUS Commando 4-7 2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy dis...
Page 76 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility; or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.; Recovering the BIOS from the support DVD; can cause system boot failure!; Recovering the BIOS from the USB flash disk
4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD, the floppy di...
Page 77 - BIOS setup program; compatibility and stability. Select the; Load Default Settings; item under the
ASUS Commando 4-9 4.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section “4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.”Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfi...
Page 78 - Menu bar; Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.
4-0 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the syst...
Page 79 - Menu items
ASUS Commando 4- 4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items.The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 4.2.5 Sub-menu items A solid tri...
Page 80 - Main menu; you an overview of the basic system information.; Refer to section
4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. 4.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system time. 4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 4....
Page 81 - N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.
ASUS Commando 4-3 4.3.5 Primary/Secondary/Third/Fourth IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information. The BIOS au...
Page 82 - Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.; IDE Configuration
4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration opt...
Page 83 - System Information; AMI BIOS
ASUS Commando 4-5 4.3.7 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays...
Page 84 - Extreme Tweaker menu; field values can cause the system to malfunction.; Manual; The following items become user-configurable when you set; AI Tuning; to
4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweakermenu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Take caution when changing the settings of the Extreme menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 4.4.1 AI Tuning [Auto] Allows selection o...
Page 85 - FSB/CPU External Frequency Synchronization; Front Side Bus; Over Voltage; This item is not configurable.
ASUS Commando 4-7 FSB/CPU External Frequency Synchronization Available DRAM frequency options in various FSB settings * Provided for overclocking purpose only. Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. DRAM Frequency...
Page 86 - Allows you to select the front side bus termination voltage.
4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. Setting a high Vcore voltage may damage the CPU! FSB Termination Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the front side bus termination voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.200V] [1.250V] [1.300V] [1.350V...
Page 87 - Allows you to select the SB chipset voltage.
ASUS Commando 4-9 SB Chipset Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the SB chipset voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.050V] [1.075V] [1.100V] [1.125V] [1.150V] [1.175V] [1.200V] [1.225V] 4.4.2 ASUS C.G.I. [Auto] Allows you to set ASUS C.G.I. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 4.4...
Page 89 - Advanced menu
ASUS Commando 4- 4.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Me...
Page 90 - item then press to display the configuration options.
4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.5.2 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is det...
Page 91 - CPU Configuration; automatically detects.; The following item appears when the item; Modify Ratio Support; is set to; support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.
ASUS Commando 4-3 Select Screen Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc. 4.5.3 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Modify Ratio Support [...
Page 92 - Chipset; Allows you to enable or disable the Hyper Threading Technology.; North Bridge Chipset Configuration
4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.5.4 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. Advanced Chipset Settings WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. North Bridge Config...
Page 93 - OnBoard Devices Configuration; Allows you to disable or enable the onboard 1394 device support.
ASUS Commando 4-5 4.5.5 OnBoard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Definition Audio Controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to l...
Page 94 - PCI PnP; configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot.
4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.5.6 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when ...
Page 95 - Power menu; configuration options.
ASUS Commando 4-7 4.6 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. 4.6.1 Suspend Mode [Auto] Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ...
Page 96 - was before the AC power loss.
4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.6.5 APM Configuration Restore On AC Power Loss [Power Off] When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set to Power On, the system goes on after an AC power loss. When set to Last State, the system goes into either off or on state, w...
Page 97 - Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q-Fan controller.; The; CPU Fan Profile; item appears when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control
ASUS Commando 4-9 Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.6.6 Hardware Monitor ...
Page 98 - Allows you to enable or disable the chassis Q-Fan controller.; Chassis Fan Profile; item appears when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan; OPT Q-Fan and Temperature
4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setup The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the optional fan speed and the voltage output. If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. CPU Fan Profile [Optimal] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fan. When set t...
Page 99 - optional fan control mode. When this item is set to; You need to connect the thermal sensor cables to the OPT_TEMP1/2/3; The Q-Fan detects the temperature of the fan connected to the OPT_
ASUS Commando 4-3 OPT_Fan1/2/3 Q-Fan Control [DUTY CYCLE] Allows you to select the optional fan control mode. When this item is set to optional fan control mode. When this item is set to control mode. When this item is set to [DUTY CYCLE], you can configure the Duty Cycle Mode. Configuraiton options...
Page 100 - Boot menu; devices installed in the system.
4-3 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, America...
Page 101 - BIOS performs all the POST items.; Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo3; Sets the display mode for option ROM.
ASUS Commando 4-33 4.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disable...
Page 102 - Change Supervisor Password; Security; an item then press to display the configuration options.
4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap In...
Page 103 - change other security settings.; Change User Password; item shows Installed.
ASUS Commando 4-35 To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password.To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it b...
Page 104 - Clear User Password; Select this item to clear the user password.
4-36 Chapter 4: BIOS setup To set a User Password:1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.2. On the password box that appears, type a password composed of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press <Enter>. 3. Confirm the password when prompted. The message “Passwo...
Page 105 - Tools menu
ASUS Commando 4-37 4.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. Select Screen Select Item +- Change Field Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyrigh...
Page 106 - This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.; Load from Profile 1/2; • This function can support devices such as USB flash disk or floppy
4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc. O.C. PROFILE Configuration O.C. Profile 1 Status :Not Installed O.C. Profile 2 Status :Not Installed Save to Profile 1 Load ...
Page 107 - Exit menu; BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.; save changes and exit.; Exit & Discard Changes; Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.; Discard Changes; YES to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.; Load Setup Defaults
ASUS Commando 4-39 4.9 Exit menu Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit. The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your ch...
Page 109 - This chapter describes the contents of
5 Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
Page 111 - Installing an operating system; This motherboard supports Windows; Support DVD information; Running the support DVD; Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
ASUS Commando 5-1 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. 5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® 2000/2003 Server/XP/64-bit XP o...
Page 112 - Chapter 5: Software support; Drivers menu
5-2 Chapter 5: Software support 5.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard Drivers Installation Wizard Installation Wizard Launches t...
Page 113 - Utilities menu; ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities
ASUS Commando 5-3 5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS Ai Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. ASUS Update The A...
Page 114 - Make Disk menu; Make Intel ICH8 32/64bit RAID/AHCI Driver Disk
5-4 Chapter 5: Software support 5.2.4 Make Disk menu The Make Disk menu contains items to create the Intel ICH8 or JMicron ® JMB36X RAID/AHCI driver disk. Make Intel ICH8 32/64bit RAID/AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH8 32/64bit RAID/AHCI driver disk.
Page 115 - ASUS Contact information; this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.; Manuals menu; open the folder of the user manual.; Adobe
ASUS Commando 5-5 5.2.6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 5.2.5 Manuals menu The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open th...
Page 116 - Other information; specified information.; Motherboard Info; Displays the general specifications of the motherboard.; Browse this DVD; Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format.
5-6 Chapter 5: Software support 5.2.7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the ...
Page 117 - Filelist; requesting technical support.
ASUS Commando 5-7 Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. Technical support form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support.
Page 118 - Software information; ASUS MyLogo3; Configuration
5-8 Chapter 5: Software support 5.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3 ™ The ASUS...
Page 120 - SoundMAX; requires Microsoft
5-10 Chapter 5: Software support 5.3.2 SoundMAX ® High Definition Audio utility The ADI AD1988B High Definition Audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability through the SoundMAX ® audio utility with AudioESP ™ software to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your PC. The software implements h...
Page 121 - Audio Setup Wizard
ASUS Commando 5-11 From the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMAX ® icon to display the SoundMAX ® Control Panel. Audio Setup Wizard By clicking the icon from the SoundMAX ® control panel, you can easily configure your audio settings. Simply follow succeeding screen instructions and begin enjoying H...
Page 122 - Jack configuration; Test; Adjust microphone volume
5-12 Chapter 5: Software support Jack configuration This screen helps you configure your computer’s audio ports, depending on the audio devices you have installed. Adjust speaker volume This screen helps you adjust speaker volume. Click the Test button to hear the changes you have made. Adjust micro...
Page 123 - Audio preferences; Click the; General options; disable the AudioESP
ASUS Commando 5-13 Audio preferences Click the icon to go to the Preferences page. This page allows you to change various audio settings. General options Click the General tab to choose your playback and recording devices, enable/ disable the AudioESP ™ feature, and enable/disable digital output. DT...
Page 124 - Microphone options; Noise Filtering; The directional Array and Speaker Phone
5-14 Chapter 5: Software support Microphone options Click the Microphone tab allows you to optimize your microphone input settings. Enhanced Microphone Features Noise Filtering Enables Noise Filter function. Detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer fans, air conditioners, and other bac...
Page 125 - ASUS PC Probe II; Installing PC Probe II; the; Utilities; Launching PC Probe II; Start > All Programs; Using PC Probe II
ASUS Commando 5-15 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Because PC Probe II is software-bas...
Page 126 - Button; Preferences
5-16 Chapter 5: Software support Button Function Opens the Configuration windowOpens the Report windowOpens the Desktop Management Interface windowOpens the Peripheral Component Interconnect windowOpens the Windows Management Instrumentation windowOpens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage windowS...
Page 127 - Hardware monitor panels
ASUS Commando 5-17 Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of the monitor panels in the desktop, click the arrow down button of the Scheme options, then select another position from the list box. Click OK when finished.Moving the monitor panels All monitor panels move together us...
Page 128 - WMI browser
5-18 Chapter 5: Software support Monitoring sensor alert The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to the illustrations below. Large display Small display WMI browser Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. T...
Page 129 - PCI browser
ASUS Commando 5-19 PCI browser Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to display available information. Usage The Usage browser displa...
Page 130 - Configuring PC Probe II
5-20 Chapter 5: Software support Memory usage The Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window has two t...
Page 131 - ASUS AI Suite; Installing AI Suite; appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature.; AI Suite; Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.; Launching AI Suite; Click this icon to close or restore the application.; Using AI Suite; or click the Normal icon to restore the system to normal state.
ASUS Commando 5-21 5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch AI Gear, AI N.O.S., AI Booster, AI Nap, and Q-Fan utilities easily. Installing AI Suite To install AI Suite on your computer:1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer ...
Page 132 - Other feature buttons
5-22 Chapter 5: Software support Other feature buttons Click on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE volt...
Page 133 - Click the drop-down menu button and select; Disable; or; Click; Apply; at the bottom to save the configuration.
ASUS Commando 5-23 5.3.5 ASUS AI N.O.S. This ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System feature intelligently determines the system load and automatically boosts the performance for the most demanding tasks.After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking...
Page 135 - ASUS AI Nap; on the confirmation screen.; Yes; on; click the; icon on the OS taskbar, select; AI Nap; and click; Use power; . Unclick the the item to switch the function back.
ASUS Commando 5-25 5.3.7 ASUS AI Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation.After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utilit...
Page 136 - ASUS AI Booster; WIndows
5-26 Chapter 5: Software support 5.3.8 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows ® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI S...
Page 137 - Profile
ASUS Commando 5-27 5.3.9 ASUS Q-Fan This ASUS Q-Fan Control feature allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fan or the Chassis Q-Fan for more efficient system operation. After enabling the Q-Fan function, the fans can be set to automatically adjust depending on the temperatu...
Page 138 - Creating a RAID driver disk
5-28 Chapter 5: Software support If you want to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a created RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the selected hard disk drive. Refer to section 5.5 Creating a RAID driver ...
Page 139 - ICH8R Southbridge chip.; Setting the RAID item in BIOS; navigating through the BIOS Setup.; Installing Serial ATA hard disks
ASUS Commando 5-29 5.4.2 Intel ® RAID configurations This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 (0+1) and Intel ® Matrix Storage configurations for Serial ATA hard disks drives through the Intel ® ICH8R Southbridge chip. Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must set the RAID item in the ...
Page 140 - the menus and select the menu options.; may not exactly match the items on your screen.
5-30 Chapter 5: Software support Intel ® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM Utility The Intel ® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 (RAID 0+1), and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors support...
Page 141 - completing your selection.
ASUS Commando 5-31 Creating a RAID 0 set (striped) To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press <Enter>. This screen appears. 2. Enter a name for the RAID 0 set, then press <Enter>.3. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the up/...
Page 142 - The default stripe size is 128 KB.; go back to the Create Volume menu.
5-32 Chapter 5: Software support 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press <Enter>. The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The default stripe size is 128 KB. TIP: We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a highe...
Page 143 - back to Create Volume menu.
ASUS Commando 5-33 Creating a RAID 1 set (mirrored) To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press <Enter>. This screen appears. 2. Enter a name for the RAID 1 set, then press <Enter>.3. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the up...
Page 146 - after completing your selection.
5-36 Chapter 5: Software support 4. The Disks item is highlighted, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives to configure as RAID. The following pop-up screen appears. [ SELECT DISKS ] [ ↑↓ ]-Previous/Next [SPACE]-Selects [ENTER]-Selection Complete Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status 0 XX...
Page 147 - Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows; To create a RAID driver disk in Windows; Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection.; Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS
ASUS Commando 5-37 5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® : 1. Start Windows ® . 2. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive.3. Go to the Make Disk menu, then click Intel ICH8R 32/64 bit RAID Driver Disk to create an Intel ® ICH8R RAI...
Page 149 - The Appendix describes the CPU features
A CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports.
Page 151 - Using the Intel; Enhanced Intel SpeedStep; System requirements
ASUS Commando A- A.1 Intel ® EM64T • The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel ® Pentium ® 4 LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating systems. • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/do...
Page 152 - Appendix: CPU features; Using the EIST
A- Appendix: CPU features A.2.2 Using the EIST To use the EIST feature:1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.2. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration, then press <Enter>. 3. Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to [Automatic], then press <Enter>. See pag...
Page 153 - Using the Hyper-Threading Technology; Pentium
ASUS Commando A-3 A.3 Intel ® Hyper-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel ® Pentium ® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows ® XP/2003 Server and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the H...
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