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1. Standard CMOS Features k TWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management Setup Save amp Exit Setup PoP PC I Conf igurati ut Saving PC Health Status Esc Quit Tb oe Select Item F1H Save amp Exit Setup Change Set Disable Password 3 If you are entering a new password carefully type in the password You cannot use more than eight characters or numbers Passwords are case sensi tive Press Enter after you have typed in the pass word If you are deleting a password that is already installed just press Enter when the password dialog box appears 4 The system will ask you to confirm the new pass word by asking you to type it in a second time Care fully type the password again and press Enter or just press Enter if you are deleting a password that is already installed 5 If you have used the correct format the password will be installed If you decide not to set a password after bringing up the password entry window press the Enter key not Esc to exit the password entry window User s Manual 5 21 P4DA Motherboard will Save amp Exit Setup This saves the current utility configuration as a new con figuration record exits the utility and restarts the system using the saved configuration record
2. CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1984 2081 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Advanced Chipset Features Integrated Peripherals k IWILL Smart Setting Load Fail Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Password Power Management etup PoP PCl Configura SAUE to CMOS and ERIT amp VY H V aving PC Health Status Quit T 1 Select Item Save amp Exit Setup Save Data to CMOS Exit Without Saving Exits the utility and restarts the system without changing the saved configuration record CMOS Setup Utility Copyright CC 1984 2881 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k IWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management etup PoP PCl Configura Quit Without Saving amp VY H H Saving PC Health Status Quit The Select Item Save amp Exit Setup Abandon all Data In general it should not be necessary to use the CMOS Setup Utility once you have fully configured it In the event you do need to change or re establish the settings always make sure to save the settings when you exit the utility or the new settings will not be stored 5 22 User s Manual User s Manual 5 System Configuration Installing an OS amp Support Software This section covers installing Operating System software and the
3. 2 Do not spread the TIM around When you place the Heatsink on top of the CPU the material will dis perse evenly Align and place on top of the CPU User s Manual 405 P4DA Motherboard will Next install the processor Fan Heatsink assembly as de tailed below Install the Fan Heatsink To install the processor Fan Heatsink assembly do as follows 1 Place the Fan Heatsink on top of the Pentium 4 CPU so that it s retaining clip frame snaps into the re cesses in the Retaining Mechanism The Fan Heatsink will only fit into the mechanism frame in the correct orientation Step 1 Clip Fan Heatsink assem bly into the Retention Q P e ERE EER E Y EAR V aA E gt A m 74 N N Mechanism i 2 Hold the Fan Heatsink steady and press one of the clip assembly s locking levers down into the locked position Step 2 Hold the assembly steady and press one of the re taining clip locking arms d into the locked position xX NES ai k 4 6 User s Manual Step 3 Hold the assembly steady and press the other retain ing clip s locking arm into the locked position Step 4 Plug the Fan power lead onto the CPU fan power connector 4 Installing The Motherboard 3 Repeat the process for the second clip Keep hold ing the Fan Heatsink steady so that you don t dam age the TIM The locking levers should now hold the heatsink securely in the Retentio
4. Fail Safe Defaults ESC Exit F7 0 Fi General Help timized Defaults 509 P4DA Motherboard CMOS Setup Utility Program Sections The CMOS Setup Utility is divided into several subsec tions and some top level commands including the fol lowing sections Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Advanced Chipset features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP PCI Configurations PC Health Status IWILL Smart Setting The main screen also has these command options Load Fail Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Password Save amp Exit Setup Exit Without Saving Please see the following sections for a brief profile of what each section does information on settings you might want to change and things to leave alone To open one of the program sections highlight the item you want and press the Enter key To change a setting highlight an item and use the Value keys indicated to change the setting Alternatively press the Enter key and all options for that item will display and you can choose from those listed User s Manual twi 5 System Configuration CMOS Setup Utility Main Screen CHOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1984 2681 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k TWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management Setup Save amp Exit Setup PoP PCI Conf
5. 3 Carefully insert the Pentium 4 processor in the socket receptacles taking care not to bend any pins Step 3 Insert the processor Gently press the processor into the socket 4 Lower the locking mechanism s retaining lever and secure it in place to secure the processor in the socket Grasp the processor by the edges and gently pull upwards to insure it is properly inserted The processor shouldn t move Step 4 Secure the retaining lever Press the retaining lever back down into the horizontal position and make sure it latches in place 404 User s Manual twi 4 Installing The Motherboard Installing the Heatsink Once you have installed the CPU you must install a Fan Heatsink The Fan Heatsink clips into to the Reten tion Mechanism attached to the board via its integrated retaining clip assembly Apply Thermal Interface Material Before you install the Fan Heatsink you must apply the Thermal Interface Material TIM that is supplied in an applicator with boxed Intel Pentium 4 processors or an exact equivalent to the top of the installed CPU If the Fan Heatsink already has a patch of TIM on its under side you don t need to apply any additional TIM to the CPU We assume here that you have TIM in an Intel supplied applicator and need to apply it To apply TIM to the CPU do as follows 1 Apply all of the TIM in the applicator to the center of the CPU s top plate Step 1 Apply TIM if needed
6. PCI Post Write Function Enabled PCI33 Post Write CPU Ultra CHD Bypass CPU Half DATA Mode Tlee_iMove Enter Select FS Previous Walues Auto 1 Auto 1 1 us Enabled Enabled Disabled MHormal Mode 1 Disabled Disabled PUSPD Value Fifi Save ESC Exit Fi General Help F6 Fail 5afe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaultz User s Manual iwi On Chip Primary IDE Master PIO Slave PIO Master Ultra DMA Slave Ultra DMA On Chip Secondary IDE Master PIO Slave PIO Master Ultra DMA Slave Ultra DMA USB Keyboard Support Init Display First IDE HDD Block Mode POWER ON Function KB Power OM Password Hot Key Power ON Onboard Serial Port 1 Tle_iMove Enter S5elect FS Previous Walues User s Manual On Chip USB Controller Enabled Onboard FDC Controller Enabled 5 System Configuration Integrated Peripherals Main Section Functions Configures the peripheral features integrated onto the motherboard Default amp Autodetected Settings Everything on this screen is an optimized default The IDE transfer mode settings are autodetected The system will work with these defaults The port settings are stan dard PC settings Setting Options amp Constraints You can disable onboard devices and change port set tings If you install an IR port module you have to set the UART Mode Select line to the appropriate IR setting You can alter the default port settings if need be bu
7. Connector for the additional two USB ports port bracket Description Connecting an external 2 port USB port bracket to this connector provides two additional USB ports that function independently from the two external USB ports and have their own Root Hub More Information See the Connecting Internal Periph erals section of Chapter 5 J14 USB port bracket pin header connector Pin 1 ex e C1 GND GND USB 3 USB 3 5V GND GND USB 4 USB 4 5V e gt P4DA Motherboard Front Panel Connector Leads from the front panel features connect to this header Battery amp Housing The battery is a CR2032 Lithium coin cell Front Panel Connectors Function Multifunction pin header connector for sys tem housing front panel features Description This connector supports the following front panel features e Reset Switch e DE device activity LED e System ACPI Suspend switch e System Power LED e Housing mounted speaker More Information See Chapter 4 Installing the Board In A System Housing and Chapter 6 System Features Front Panel feature connector ACPI Reset IDE LED Power Button I I Td Lo Ld Speaker System LED Battery Connector BT Function Housing for system support battery Description An external lithium coin cell battery pow ers the real time clock and CMOS memory When the computer is not plugged into a wall socket the battery has an estimated life of
8. connects to the connector on the end of the floppy drive connec tor cable A second drive Drive B would connect to the middle connector on the cable although sys tems now commonly only have one floppy disk drive 5 System Configuration JP2 J15 ATX PWR ARAM Papa g H o H Qn pn SEP RTI e EE Sr TEE ELE 3 J13 J20 J23 J24 E j Primary Secondary Floppy Channel Channel connector User s Manual P4DA Motherboard Connecting External System Peripherals To complete the assembly of functioning system you will need at minimum to connect the following external sys tem components to the system housing e Video Display Monitor e Keyboard e Mouse or other Pointing Device Connecting a Display Monitor You can connect any display monitor supported by the AGP display card you installed in the system This may include either a CRT or LCD monitor depending on the card s specifications Connect the display monitor cable to the appropriate dis play connec
9. 1 Introduction What s In This Chapter Introduction Manual Structure Manual Features Critical Topics Packing List Pre Use Checklist 1 Introduction This is the User s Manual is for the PADA motherboard Please read this chapter before you use your motherboard and identify which parts of the manual you will need to refer to if any Please pay particular attention to the Criti cal Topics section Manual Structure This manual has seven chapters covering the following topics Chapter 1 Introduction Explains the manual structure and conventions and indi cates the most important topics in the manual In addi tion there is a list of what you should find in the motherboard package and some pointers on things to do before you configure or install the board Chapter 2 Key Features amp Components Details the motherboard s hardware features and impor tant components and indicates their locations Describes the support software that comes with the board on the Power Installer support CD ROM disc Chapter 3 Motherboard Configuration Lists the motherboard s default configuration and con figuration options Chapter 4 Installing The Motherboard Has information on how to prepare and install the motherboard Includes installing a CPU and system memory and housing installation considerations P4DA Motherboard Chapter 5 System Configuration Covers connecting system peripherals to the motherboard initial BIOS
10. I O Recovery Peri HHE ALI OnChip Audio ALI OnChip GamePo Passive Helease PCI Post Write Fu PCI33 Post Write CPU Ultra CHD Byp CPU Half DATA Mod Ha Finns Select 7 DDR Head Path Lat TliMove EHTER f ccept ESG H hort AGP Transfer Rate AGP Fast Write Enabled Tle iMove Enter Select 4 PU PD Ualue FiH 5Saue ESG Exit Fi General Help FS Previous Walues F6 Fail Safe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults 5e2 User s Manual ATA 133 The chipset provides ATA 133 support as follows Read 133MB second Write 100MB second User s Manual 5 System Configuration Connecting Internal Devices To assemble a complete system capable of completing the installation of this motherboard you will need to in stall and connect the following internal devices e Hard Disk Drive e CD ROM or other optical drive e Floppy disk drive The floppy disk drive is not strictly necessary but is a standard system component and is needed if you will create driver floppy disks using the Power Installer CD ROM support disc We assume here in the absence of an alternative drive controller that any hard disk or optical drives will be IDE devices connected to the motherboard s IDE channels Connecting IDE Devices This motherboard supports two IDE channels Primary and Secondary It has two IDE device connectors onboard which support IDE devices running in any data transfer
11. Software To install the utility software bundled on the Power In staller disc click on Software Utility in the Drivers and Utilities screen to open the Software Utility window To install the Adobe Acrobat reader McAfee Anti Virus or ALi hardware Monitor Utility software packages click on the item you want to install and follow the installa tion program instructions DOR SDRAM DUAL CPU IDE RAID SCSI P4DA Motherboard bwill 5 28 User s Manual twi 6 Using The Motherboard In This Chapter Using System Features Front Panel Controls amp Indicators Additional System Features Installing amp Configuring An IR Port Performance Optimization Troubleshooting 6 Using the Motherboard This chapter covers several topics related to using this motherboard once it is installed in a working system These include external system features that connect to the motherboard things you can do to optimize the per formance of a system based on this board and some troubleshooting tips you can review in the event any prob lems arise Using System Features This section explains the system controls and indicators that connect to the motherboard It also explains how the other system level features on the board work Front Panel System Controls amp Indicators The front panel of the system housing will have some or all of the front panel features that connect to the motherboard These enable the User to determine some i
12. a standard FDD rib bon cable The floppy disk drive connected to the end of the cable will function as Drive A A second drive can be added as Drive B if required More Information See the section on Connecting In ternal Peripherals in Chapter 4 for instructions on con necting a floppy disk drive Technical specifications are listed in Chapter 7 P4DA Motherboard ATX Power Connectors An ATX power supply with two power leads is re quired for this board Other Internal Connectors There are several other connectors on the motherboard AIX Power Connectors Function Connectors for leads from a system ATX power supply Description There are two power connectors on the motherboard for leads from an ATX power supply The power supply leads plug into the onboard connectors The connector design prevents incorrect orientation The connectors include the standard 20 pin ATX connector and a 4 pin connector supplies 12 volt current More Information Please refer to Chapter 4 Installing the Board in a System Housing Chapter 7 lists technical specifications ATX PWR HHHH Standard ATX connector JP2 A Additional 12V connector CPU amp System Cooling Fan Connectors J15 25 26 30 Function Power connectors for CPU and system hous ing cooling fans Description There is one CPU cooling fan connector and three system housing cooling fan connectors on the motherboard All the connectors are 3 pin headers T
13. data transfer mode than the hard disk drive Follow any instructions that come with the drives to con figure and install them IDE devices generally can be set to one of three operation modes e Master e Slave e Cable Select Many drives come set to the Master setting If you will use the drive in a Slave position you must reconfigure it as either Slave or use the Cable Select setting to allow the drive s position on the cable to define the mode Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive This motherboard has one Floppy Drive connector for connecting one or two floppy disk drives Most computer systems use one 3 5 inch 1 44MB floppy disk drive The drive connector is for a standard floppy drive ribbon cable To install a floppy disk drive connect the drive to the end of the cable which is the Drive A position Plug the other end of the cable into the floppy disk drive connec tor on the motherboard User s Manual Iwi Onboard IDE Connectors Each channel connector supports one IDE channel with two drives a Master and a Slave The Master drive connects to the con nector on the end of the ribbon cable The Slave drive connects to the con nector in the middle of the ribbon cable Note The ribbon cable used must support the transfer mode of the fastest device connected to it to avoid degraded performance Floppy Drive Connector The floppy drive connec tor supports two floppy disk drives The first drive Drive A
14. for use These will include at least a video display and a keyboard and probably a point ing device Please see the next chapter for information on completing these final hardware installation steps and installing Operating System and support software C3 ATX connector Auxiliary 12V connector P4DA Motherboard bwill 4 14 User s Manual User s Manual 5 System Configuration In This Chapter Installing or Connecting Internal Peripherals Installing an AGP Card Connecting Internal Devices Connecting External System Peripherals Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility Installing an OS amp Support Software 5 System Configuration This chapter explains what you need to do to assemble a complete system after you have installed the motherboard in a system housing This will include installing or con necting internal devices connecting external system com ponents Once the system is assembled you ll need to check and possibly configure the motherboard s CMOS Setup Utility install an Operating System and install the support software supplied on the Power Installer sup port CD ROM disc Installing or Connecting Internal Peripherals To complete the assembly of a working system you will need to at least install an AGP video display card and connect whatever disk drives you will use in the system This section covers what you need to know on the motherboard side to do this You will also need to con sult the documentati
15. including online documents on the Power Installer disc and a wide range of other content The reader is free and can be up graded at the Adobe web site www adobe com when new versions become available e McAfee Anti Virus This is anti virus software from one of the leading vendors e ALi Hardware Monitor Utility This utility provides a broad range of information about both the motherboard and your computer s system hardware Power Installer P4DA section Utility installation screen DDR SDRAM DUAL CPU IDE RAID SCSI 2 20 User s Manual User s Manual 3 Motherboard Configuration In This Chapter The Default Configuration Hardware Configuration Jumper Settings Firmware Configuration The BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Reconfiguring the Motherboard Hardware Reconfiguration Firmware Reconfiguration 3 Motherboard Configuration This chapter details the motherboard s default configu ration and configuration options Please review the con tents of this chapter to find out information on the de fault configuration or alternative configuration options to change the default configuration The motherboard will operate properly in the default configuration Please make certain that any configura tion changes you make will not adversely affect system operation The Default Configuration The default configuration is set at the time of manufac ture The configuration is comprised of the hardware con figuration
16. on these two pages shows the loca tion of key components on the motherboard ALADDIN P4 JP10 Cp J18 J19 M1535D A1 J20 J23 J24 jaued 1u0JJ User s Manual Motherboard Layout Key Component CPU J16 J18 J19 AGP PCI 1 5 Connectors ATX PWR JP2 J20 J23 J24 J15 J25 J26 30 JP10 J14 CN4 CN3 J21 J17 Front Panel Jumpers JP7 Rear panel I 0 ports User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components Function mPGA478B CPU socket DIMM memory sockets for DDR SDRAM modules AGP slot for AGP 2X 4X display card 32 bit PCI expansion slots Power connector for ATX power supply 12V power connector for ATX power supply Primary amp Secondary IDE drive connectors Floppy disk drive connector CPU cooling fan connector Housing cooling fan connectors IR port module connector USB 3 4 port bracket connector CD In CD ROM drive audio in connector AUX auxiliary audio in connector WOL Wake On LAN connector WOR Wake On Ring connector Housing front panel feature connector Clear CMOS jumper See figure on next page P4DA Motherboard Rear I O Panel Ports This figure show the ports on the rear I O panel The ports include from top to bottom PS 2 ports Two USB ports amp LAN port Parallel amp Serial ports Audio amp Game MIDI ports The ports have standard color coding as follows PS 2 Keyboard Purple PS 2 Mouse Green USB Ports Black Serial Ports Teal Parallel Po
17. settings and the default firmware settings in the BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Hardware Configuration Jumper Settings This motherboard is mainly configured in firmware which simplifies configuration There are no User adjustable configuration settings The board design uses standard jumper switches The motherboard has one jumper BIOS related jumper P4DA Motherboard JP7 Clear CMOS Memory BIOS Related Jumper Jumper JP7 Clear CMOS Memory Although JP7 is a jumper switch it is not for hardware configuration The BIOS CMOS Setup Utility creates a sys tem configuration record that is stored in CMOS memory in the real time clock chip If the configuration record data becomes corrupted or is destroyed or if the CMOS Setup Utility settings are changed to an unusable con figuration the motherboard may not run properly or at all Follow this procedure to clear CMOS memory The jumper is beside the coin battery If necessary refer to the board diagram and key in Chapter 2 for the location of the JP6 jumper 1 Turn off and unplug the system Remove the system housing cover see documentation if necessary 2 Set JP7 to the Clear CMOS position by placing the jumper cap over pins 2 and 3 for one minute 3 Return the jumper cap to the Normal position 4 Replace the system housing cover plug in the sys tem and turn it on 5 Run the CMOS Setup utility and load the Optimized Defaults You can then enter any custom settings
18. support software on the Power Installer support CD ROM disc Once you have configured the CMOS Setup Utility you should install an OS If you install a sup ported Microsoft OS you should also install the driver software on the Power Installer disc Installing an Operating System This motherboard comes with support for the following Operating Systems e Microsoft Windows 9X e Microsoft Windows NT e Microsoft Windows 2000 e Microsoft Windows XP e Linux Prepare the hard disk drive and install an OS according to the instructions that come with the OS you will use Installing the Support Software The Power Installer CD ROM disc comes with required hardware drivers for Microsoft Windows and some addi tional utility software as noted in Chapter 2 If you have installed a supported Microsoft OS you must install the required drivers If you have installed Linux you can create Linux support disks P4DA Motherboard Power Installer Main Screen Click on the model name for this board in the Socket 478 section Power Installer P4DA Main Screen You can automatically in stall the required chipset support by choosing Auto Installation or you can do all installations manually by choosing Manual In stallation Either way you must install the chipset support before you install anything else Installing Windows Drivers This section assumes you have installed one of the sup ported Microsoft Operating System
19. the CMOS Setup Utility settings when you first configure the system as covered in Chapter 5 to meet your requirements Other than doing this there should be no need to reconfigure the CMOS Setup Utility unless the system configuration changes or the configuration record stored in CMOS memory becomes corrupted and unusable which is not common If you need to completely recreate the system configuration record follow the Clear CMOS procedure described in this chapter User s Manual twi 4 Installing The Motherboard In This Chapter Pre Installation Preparation Installing CPUs Installing System Memory Installing the Motherboard in a System Housing Motherboard Installation Procedure Completing System Configuration 4 Installing the Motherboard This chapter covers preparing the motherboard for in stallation installing the board in a system housing or chassis and installing or connecting other internal sys tem components There are a number of important topics in this chapter and we strongly urge that you review it before attempt ing to install the motherboard Pre installation Preparation Before you install the motherboard you will need to do the following e nstall a 478 pin Intel Pentium 4 CPU e Install DDR DIMM system memory modules Both of these require specific procedures that you must follow precisely to insure that the components are suc cessfully installed and work properly Please review the instructio
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21. 984 2081 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k TWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management PnP PCI Configura Load Fail Safe Defaults Y N gt H PO Health Status Quit T LE Select Item Save amp Exit Setup Load Fail Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults This loads the Optimized Defaults Do this if the configu ration record has been corrupted or mistakenly config ured or after the Clear CMOS procedure has been per formed See Chapter 3 for more information on this pro cedure To load the defaults select this item press the Enter key type a Y and press Enter again CMOS Setup Utility Copyright lt C 1984 2061 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k TWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management PC Health Status T Le Select Item it Save amp Exit Setup Load Optimized Defaults 5 20 User s Manual wit 5 System Configuration Set Password This item sets a password for system access Setting a Password The password controls access to the system To install a password follow these steps 1 Highlight either Set Password item in the main menu and press Enter 2 The password dialog box will appear
22. A USB cable connectors You can connect or disconnect USB cables when the system is turned on More Information See the Integrated Peripherals sec tion of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information on adjusting port settings USB ports 1 2 no LAN option P4DA Motherboard Parallel port The default mode is ECP configured as EPP 1 9 DMA 3 1284 compliant Serial Ports The default configuration is Serial 1 COM1 and Se rial 2 COM2 Installing an IR port requires dis abling COM2 Parallel Port Function Connecting a device with a parallel interface to the system Description The parallel port is generally used to con nect a printer to the system The port supports common parallel port modes and allows bidirectional communi cation Use an IEEE 1284 compliant cable with the de fault ECP mode configuration More Information See the Integrated Peripherals sec tion of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information on adjusting port settings Parallel port Serial COM Ports Function Connecting Serial devices The two serial ports have 9 pin connectors They can operate at speeds up to 115 200bps You can configure the port speed in the computer s Operating System Do not connect or disconnect a serial cable when the system is turned on More Information See the Integrated Peripherals sec tion of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in
23. Chapter 5 for information on adjusting port settings Serials ports 1 amp 2 User s Manual External Audio Jacks The onboard audio sup ports stereo speakers au dio input and a micro phone User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components Audio Jacks amp Connectors Function Jacks for connecting external audio devices to the onboard audio subsystem Description There are three audio jacks e ine Out For the two stereo speakers e ine In Audio input connector for an external audio source e Mic Microphone connector for a computer microphone More Information See the Integrated Peripherals sec tion of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information on audio settings Game MIDI Gold Line Out Mic Lime Pink Line In Light Blue Jumpers There is one jumper switch on this motherboard Jump ers function like switches to establish hardware configu ration settings JP7 Clear CMOS Function Clears the CMOS Setup Utility configuration record stored in the real time clock s CMOS memory Description A 3 pin jumper More Information See Chapter 3 for configuration in formation and the Troubleshooting section in Chapter 6 P4DA Motherboard Software Features This motherboard comes with driver software and bundled utility software on the supplied Power Installer CD ROM disc The Installing OS amp Support Software sec tion in Chapter 5 explains how to instal
24. IR mode selection CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1984 2001 Award Software On Chip Master Slave Master Slave On Chip Master Slave Master Slave On Chip USB Keyboard Support Init Display First IDE HDD Primary IDE PIO PIO Ultra DMA Ultra DMA Secondary IDE PIO PIO Ultra DMA Ultra DMA Integrated Peripherals Auto 1 Auto 1 Menu Level H Auto Auto 1 Enabled Auto 1 Auto 1 Auto Auto 1 USE Controller Enabled Block Mode POWER ON Function KB Power OW Password Hot Key Onboard FDC Controller Enabled Power OWN Onboard Serial Port 1 Ti Move FS Previous Walues Enter Select Disabled LAGE 1 Enabled Enter Ctr1 F1 1 D 3F8 IRO4 t PH PD Ualue FiH 5aue ESC Exit Fi General Help F6 Fail 5afe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults The supported Microsoft Operating Systems should au tomatically detect and configure the port module after you restart the system Consult the OS documentation or online Help for more information if necessary You may also need to install support software that came with the IR port module in order to use it Consult the installation instructions that came with the module for additional information User s Manual P4DA Motherboard Performance Optimization This section covers things you can do to increase the performance of a system based on this motherboard The topics covered include system memory disk s
25. IWILL P4DA Motherboard User s Manual P4DA Motherboard bwill II User s Manual Iwill P4DA Motherboard Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement 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 reason able 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 the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communica tions 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 re ception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encour aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Shielded interconnect cables and shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device Changes or modifications not expressly approved b
26. On Ring require PCI interface cards that support these features Wake on LAN WOL Function The system wakes up in response to a signal arriving over a LAN that it is connected to Use The onboard WOL connector supports connection to a PCI Network Interface Card The WOL cable from the card connects to the WOL connector on the board This feature is not enabled by default in the Power Man agement section of the CMOS Setup Utility If you want to use it set the Wake Up by PCI card item to Enabled Wake On Modem WOM Function The system wakes up in response to a ring signal to an internal modem it is connected to Use The onboard WOM connector supports a connec tion to an internal PCI card modem with the WOR fea ture The WOR cable from the card connects to the WOR connector on the board The feature is not enabled by default in the Power Man agement section of the CMOS Setup Utility If you want to use it set the Wake Up by Ring item to Enabled P4DA Motherboard Installing amp Configuring An IR Port There is a pin header connector for an Infrared commu nications port module on the motherboard An IR port enable wireless communication between the system and another device with IR capability Common examples of such devices are a PDA or notebook computer Installing an IR port module requires disabling the COM2 serial port on the rear I O panel and reconfiguring it for IR use in the CMOS Setup Utility I
27. Setup PoP PCI Configurations Exit Without Saving PC Health Status T 1 Select Item Save amp Exit Setup Time Date Hard Disk Type Sections marked by an arrow on the main screen list command instructions at the bottom of the screen r Standard CMOS Features Date lt mmzdd yy gt Fei Feb 8 2002 iH 38 4H Time amp hh mm szs Menu Level a IDE Primary Master IDE Primary lave Change the day month IDE Secondary Master None year and century IDE Secondary Slave None Drive fi 1 44M 3 5 in Drive E Mone Floppy 3 Mode Support Both Video LEGA UGA 1 Halt n All Errors Tle iMove Enter Select 4 PU PD Ualue FiH Saue ESG Exit Fi General Help FS Previous Walues F6 Fail Safe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults User s Manual 3e5 P4DA Motherboard Reconfiguring the Motherboard You can change the factory default configuration of this motherboard as needed However since this motherboard has only a few hard configuration options and the CMOS Setup Utility configuration is mostly either required rec ommended or automatic there will probably be little rea son to do so Hardware Reconfiguration We recommend leaving the jumper settings at the default settings unless you need to perform the Clear CMOS pro cedure Firmware Reconfiguration You can initially specify or customize
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29. ation c eee ee ee ee ee eee eee ese Sol The Det ult Configuration eco esesvs ssec ubeseXabeve vksu se eve erevsvevedevpeesesvs ss 3 1 Hardware Configuration Jumper Settings eee eee 3 1 Jumper JPZ Clear CMOS Memory os tania eR Ted rtro tirinn a Saga Se RETT IZ Firmware Configuration The CMOS Setup Utility ceres 3 4 Using the CMOS Setup UGU essueic vies TVA SE ae Pr VouR mI UEM iTeTTITRODIUS 3 4 Reconfiguring the Motherboard c eee eee ee eee ee eee ee eee ee eoe ose 3 6 Hardware Reconfiguration usns evan ac bpume bo usum mud ispiri r SESONO dus EP KEETE 3 6 Firmware ReconniguratiOl se conns dean pIE quen PUR I iniu Logos used ES 1 0 FOSR A I DUREE 3 6 4 Installing the Motherboard ee ee ee eee eee ees Gol Pre installation Preparation eee eee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee eroe eee ee eoe oeose 4 1 lnc ALP m L 4 2 dits iu 4 2 TSEQUING Oed TDEOSSUI ea Epor andR IU Craa EHI RE Pad FEporO A PEPPER ER 4 3 IDSTGIUBO LIVE FICO SIT AE E E O EEA EE E 4 5 Installing System Memory esssssssesesseeseesoeseesseeseesoesessoeeseesossoseceeseeesee 4 8 MOTION SCG CO O e E E AE EE EEEE 4 8 M mo CONFIG QUOI OCTO DS crdrcictavsccvonsestutnntedivesaxenserturtntesriast 4 8 POSH Member MOSES aE E EEE E ES 4 9 tem Memon RECOGNITION aeris rss Es Erea EEEE Ei 4 10 Installing the Motherboard in a Syst
30. automatically detect and configure whatever proces sors are installed Manual configuration is also available but setting the Intel Pentium 4 processor to operating parameters outside those specified by Intel can damage the CPU and void the warranty User s Manual User s Manual 6 Using The Motherboard Troubleshooting This section details some things you can do to evaluate problems that could possibly occur in the course of us ing this motherboard The topics covered include pos sible hardware problems and problems with the CMOS Setup Utility s system configuration record Hardware Problems A hardware problem may occur either after you install additional hardware or because some existing hardware has failed or has a disconnected or loose connection This section has some pointers on things you can check before seeking assistance General Hardware Troubleshooting If the motherboard does not operate properly when you first try to use it in the system it is likely that it is either configured incorrectly there are problems with external connections It os also possible the board or some other system component is defective Always check the most obvious possibilities first First check the external components e Make sure the system the monitor and any other external peripherals are plugged in and turned on Confirm that the system and the power LEDs on any external peripherals are on e Check that the monitor keyboar
31. configuration using the CMOS Setup utility OS options and software installation Chapter 6 Using The Motherboard Explains system operation features that derive from the motherboard Has information on performance optimi zation and troubleshooting Chapter 7 Technical Information Lists the motherboard s technical specifications Manual Features This User s Manual is intended to be useful and informa tive while also making it easy to quickly find specific information or specifications The manual has icons and notes in the sidebar to note important topics indicate warnings or further explain and illustrate points We suggest that most users review the manual to become familiar with the motherboard Expert users may want to review topics selectively as needed If The Motherboard Is Already Installed You may receive the motherboard installed in a working system If this is the case you should still probably re view the sections on configuring and using the board especially if an Operating System is not installed yet If You Need To Install This Motherboard We recommend that only experienced users and techni cians install this motherboard Otherwise we suggest having a qualified computer technician install and con figure the system This service is usually provided at a nominal fee by better computer stores and service com panies User s Manual User s Manual 1 Introduction Critical Topics Many users
32. d memory and configure the CMOS Setup Utility No other action is required to complete system memory installa tion User s Manual Required Tool e Philips head screw driver Crosshead User s Manual 4 Installing The Motherboard Installing the Motherboard in a System Housing This section explains the basic requirements for install ing this motherboard in a system housing or chassis Since housing designs vary widely you will need to con sult the housing documentation for specific information This motherboard can be installed in any housing that supports the ATX form factor To install the motherboard in a system housing you will need to do the following e nstall a rear I O panel shield e Attach the board to the housing e Connect leads from the housing s front panel You can then connect other internal system components as described later in this chapter Motherboard Installation Procedure This section assumes you are installing the board in a suitable ATX housing We also assume you have pre pared the board for installation as previously described in this manual If the housing you are using normally stands vertically place the open housing on it s side be fore you start Please follow this procedure to install this motherboard 1 Review any instructions that came with the system housing and prepare the necessary mounting hard ware that came with it 2 Identify the mounting holes on the boa
33. d and mouse are properly connected Next check the CMOS Setup Utility e Run the CMOS Setup Utility and load the Optimized Defaults Reset any other custom settings Remem ber to Save amp Exit Setup to restart the computer P4DA Motherboard If there is still a problem check the internal components Turn off and unplug the system before you remove the system housing cover e Press all installed DIMMs into the module sockets to make sure they re fully inserted e Make sure you used the correct cables to connect the internal peripherals and that the peripherals are properly connected to the motherboard Check the Master Slave positions on all IDE cables If you in stalled a device that uses ATA 100 mode make sure it is connected to the motherboard with an ATA 100 cable to ensure maximum performance e Check that all expansion cards are correctly installed and fully inserted in the expansion slots Pay par ticular attention to the AGP display card e Make sure the processor and its cooling assembly are properly installed e Check all the hardware settings on the motherboard and make sure they are correct When you re done reassemble the system and try again If the problem persists after you have checked all of the above there may be a hardware conflict or bug See the next section for additional information Hardware Configuration Problems It is possible for system hardware components to conflict with each ot
34. do not read through the entire User s Manual While this may not be necessary for experienced users or if the motherboard is already installed there are some topics which are particularly important and deserve your specific attention Some topics cover information critical to the proper installation and use of the motherboard For this motherboard please review the sections on the following topics e CPU installation Please see Chapter 4 e System memory installation Please see Chapter 4 e AGP card installation Please see Chapter 5 e Required BIOS configuration Please see Chapter 5 e Support software installation Please see Chapter 5 P4DA Motherboard Packing List The P4DA motherboard package includes the following items P4DA motherboard ATA 66 100 133 IDE connector cable Connects IDE devices to one of the onboard IDE connectors Floppy Disk Drive connector cable Connects floppy disk drives to the onboard floppy disk connector 3 Jumper Caps Extra caps in case original caps are lost Power Installer support CD ROM disc Includes support software drivers and bundled soft ware utilities User s Manual Quick Installation Guide Pre Use Checklist Before you install and use the motherboard please do the following Check Package Contents Please compare the package contents to the Packing List on the previous page and confirm that all items are present and undamaged Missing or Damaged Access
35. ds More Information See the section Connecting amp In stalling Internal Peripherals in Chapter 4 Technical speci fications are listed in Chapter 7 User s Manual IDE Drive Connectors The channels are labeled on the board Floppy Drive Connector User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components Drive Connectors There are three drive connectors on the motherboard for connecting IDE and floppy disk drives IDE Drive Connectors Function The two IDE connectors marked Primary and Secondary are for connecting IDE drives to the motherboard Description The IDE controller on the motherboard sup ports IDE devices running in all modes up through ATA 133 There are two IDE drive connectors Each connec tor supports two drives a Master and a Slave which connect to the motherboard with a ribbon cable The supplied cable supports transfer modes through ATA 100 More Information See the section on Connecting In ternal Peripherals in Chapter 5 for instructions on con necting IDE drives Technical specifications are listed in Chapter 7 Secondary J23 Primary J20 Floppy Disk Drive Connector Function The floppy disk drive connector marked Floppy is for connecting one floppy disk drive to the motherboard Description The floppy disk drive connector supports connecting one floppy disk drive to the motherboard The Floppy drive connector uses
36. e CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information Wake On Modem connector CD In amp AUX Audio Connectors CN3 amp CN4 Function Connectors for audio in cables from internal peripherals Description The two audio in connectors on the motherboard are for audio cables from optical drives such as a CD ROM or DVD ROM drive or a modem telephony device The connectors provide an audio input connec tion between a device and the integrated audio subsystem More Information Please see the Connecting internal peripherals section in Chapter 5 O O Q Q CN4 CD In audio in connector CN3 AUX audio in connector OOOO User s Manual IR Connector The IR connector is for both IrDA and ASKIR port modules You must use the CMOS Setup Utility to con figure the board to use the IR feature USB Ports 3 4 Connecting a port bracket to this connector provides two additional USB ports User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components IR Connector J10 Function Connector for an Infrared IR port module Description The IR connector supports both IrDA and ASKIR infrared port modules Follow the module s in structions to install it More Information Please see the Integrated Peripherals section of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chap ter 5 for information 6 O OVCROFF O IRTX O GND O IRRX O FIR O 5V 1 J10 IR connector Pin 1 USB Ports 3 4 Connector J14 Function
37. e E5CIExTC Fl General Help F5 Previous Values F6 Fail Safe Defaults FY Optimized Defaults 4 2 User s Manual Step 1 Raise the retaining lever Step 2 Align the Pin 1 corners User s Manual 4 Installing The Motherboard Installing The Processor Installing a Pentium 4 processor in the mPGA478 Socket is the simplest part of the procedure It is very important however to carefully handle the processor by the side edges and always fully observe precautions against elec trostatic discharge We assume here that you are install ing an Intel Pentium 4 boxed processor that comes with a heatsink and Thermal Interface Material applicator The illustrations show these If you are installing a non boxed processor the procedure is the same but the accessory items may have a different appearance Please follow the installation procedure as illustrated on the next two pages The illustrations are generic and do not specifically represent this motherboard The processor installation procedure is as follows 1 Raise the locking lever of the processor locking mechanism to a perpendicular position Raise the socket lever to the vertical position 2 Align the processor to the socket by matching the Pin 1 corner of the socket to the Pin 1 corner on the socket which is located at the corner where the locking arm attaches to the socket Match the Pin 1 positions on the socket and the processor P4DA Motherboard will
38. een and alarm beep Security rere e 05 Select For DRAM gt 64ME Non 082 Report Ho FDD For WIN 95 Ho Video BIOS Shadow Enabled PU PDSUalue FIA Save F6 Fail Safe Defaults TleeiMove Enter Select F5 Previous Walues ESC Exit Fi General Help F7 Optimized Defaults User s Manual P4DA Motherboard Iwi Advanced Chipset Features Main Section Functions Configures the chipset BIOS caching and the AGP Aper ture size Default amp Autodetected Settings Everything on this screen is an optimized default or is autodetected Setting Options amp Constraints Don t change anything in this section except the AGP Aperture which you can adjust if needed and the Memory Hole setting if you need to for OS 2 The default AGP setting will work If you don t want to use the onboard audio and Game port you can disable them here to free up system resources by setting the ALI OnChip Audio and GamePort items CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Chipset Features CMOS Setup Utility Copyright CC 1984 28681 Award Software DDR SDR CAS Select Dram Performa nah iM T C mr T a x DRI imin CAE DRA iming tRF AT Bus Clock System BIOS Cacheable AGP Aperture Size Advanced Chipset Features Normal J Menu Level La CLK2 4 Enabled 64MB Memory Hole At 15H 16H Disabled AGP Delay Of Fset AGP Driving Strength I0 Recovery Period ALI OnChip Audio ALI OnChip GamePort Passive Release
39. elect F5 Previous Values PU PD Ualue FLA Save ESC Exit Fi General Help F5 Fail 5afe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults Enable USB Keyboard Support if you will use a USB keyboard User s Manual 5 7 P4DA Motherboard Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility The motherboard Award BIOS includes the CMOS Setup Utility that creates a system configuration record that is stored in CMOS memory on the board and is required by the system to operate properly Most of the configuration settings are either predefined by the BIOS Optimized Default settings which are stored with the BIOS or are automatically detected and config ured without requiring User action There are a few set tings that you may need to change depending on your system configuration This section gives a brief profiles of the several sections of the CMOS Setup Utility and indicates settings you might need to change and those which you should not The CMOS Setup Utility User Interface The CMOS Setup Utility user interface is simple and largely self evident The utility can only be operated from the keyboard and all commands are keyboard commands The utility does not support mouse use The commands are straightforward and those available for the program section you are in are listed at the bottom of the screen The main screen has few commands other sections have more General Help which lists the commands and their functions is available at any time by pre
40. em Housing 4 11 Motherboard Installation Procedure vescadercoeemiveredavce zieht ue OL Er HAS 4 11 Connecng FIOR PARC CODDODDNES pereue ssir essen EECa 4 12 Completing System Configuration sssesssesesseesseseeesessceseeseeseeseeeseese 4 13 5 System Configuration essecseecceccoeccoecsecsoecseesoecsoecseccoessees Do1 Installing or Connecting Internal Peripherals ccscsssssssscscscccccecs 5 1 Instat an APO SI onseseeueseesuio vui 9 stcececsencsenenttcaredecascensaccensce seas 5 2 AGP Ro e IQUIQION T A EA E 5 2 D DE EE E EEEE E EE 5 2 VI User s Manual twi P4DA Motherboard Connecting Internal DEVIC seresirorscsrenereerovs M MEER UR ERE teRopISETEEE ONE 5 3 Connecung IDE Devices sssrserrisssisiorsissesssoriitri npn cseseysnssae rais eorneaune 5 3 Connecting a FOO DY DISK DIVE cratic ncdincnraesoeccrtoaradsosqensnadesseenaseaiods 5 4 Connecting External System Peripherals essecsecsecsecceccoecoecsecoecoecseee 5 6 Connecbma a Display MONIEOT es cexeser comnis Peu toU PTPRIE EUIS PEEEIE ROO tUm EN 5 6 Connecting a Keyboard amp Mouse lecce eene nns 5 6 Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility eee e eee ee ee ee ee eene eee ou 5 8 The CMOS Setup Utility User Interface 5 ioeoe oomen van eae tto oo ipee s xut 5 8 Running the MOS Setup Utility oessseveviuntestunt esee teque ne m uve DUE SUPE Us 5 6 CMOS Setup Utility Program Sections ueeesssesesescu vsseta Sus eva
41. es Main Section Functions This section mainly configures boot options including boot devices and their boot order and some power func tions There are also some miscellaneous boot configura tion settings Default amp Autodetected Settings The screen illustration shows the default settings These do not need to be changed You can customize the set tings to suit your purposes if necessary and you know what you re doing Setting Options amp Constraints You can change the boot device assignments and order the boot options and the power on settings as you like You can enter a Keyboard Power On password CMOS Setup Utility Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C gt 1984 2881 Award Software Virus Warning CPU Li amp L2 Cache Quick Power On Self Test First Boot Device Advanced BIOS Features Disabled Enabled Enabled Floppy Menu Level H Second Boot Device Third Hoot Device Boot Other Device Swap Floppy Drive Boot Up Floppy Seek Boot Up HunLock Status Boot Up System Speed Gate AZH Option Typemat ic Rate PEA I ypemat ic Rat e Chars C Type atic Delay Mse z HDD H 1 SCSI Enabled Disabled Enabled On 1 High Fast S o E iA Allows you to choose the WIRUS warning feature for IDE Hard Disk hoot sector protection If this Function is enabled and someone attempt to write data into this area BIOS will show a warning message on scr
42. etup Utility Copyright CC 1984 2881 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k IVUILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management etup PoP PCl Configura SAUE to CMOS and ERIT N gt V aving PC Health Status T 1 Select Item ie amp Exit Setup Save Data to CMOS User s Manual 3 3 P4DA Motherboard Firmware Configuration The CMOS Setup Utility The BIOS CMOS Setup Utility a configuration record of system settings This record is based on the Optimized Defaults that are stored with the utility in Flash memory and can be reloaded at any time Many of these settings are either recommended or re quired for the motherboard to operate properly Other settings are customizable and can be changed to suit your specific system configuration and operation requirements A number of the variable settings such as CPU and IDE device settings are set to be automatically detected in the default configuration While these settings can also be established manually automatic detection is more con venient safe and reliable We strongly recommend that you leave all auto detection settings undisturbed unless you have a specific reason not to and you are certain of what you are doing Incorrect configurat
43. evious Walues F6 Fail Safe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults 5 18 User s Manual twi 5 System Configuration CPU Smart Setting Section Function Configures CPU settings Default amp Autodetected Settings The default setting is to autodetect CPU and DRAM set tings Don t change the Spread Spectrum setting Setting Options amp Constraints Don t change the auto detected settings unless you really know what you are doing You can change the HOST DRAM PCI clock settings and the CPU Clock Ratio manu ally but we do not recommend this unless you know what you are doing Configuring CPU settings at vari ance with Intel s specifications may damage the CPU and void the warranty CMOS Setup Utility CPU Smart Setting CMOS Setup Utility Copyright lt C 1984 2001 Award Software IWILL Smart Setting Menu Level H Spread Spectrum Disabled HOST ADRAMA PCI Clock 18671337332 1 CPU Clock Ratio i al Tle iMove Enter Select 4 PU PD Ualue FiH Saue ESG Exit Fi General Help FS Previous Walues F6 Fail Safe Defaults Optimized Defaults User s Manual 5 19 P4DA Motherboard will Load Fail Safe Defaults This loads a set of minimum configuration defaults It is used to allow the system to start and then troubleshoot hardware problems You shouldn t need to use this it s mainly for technicians CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1
44. figuration Data ESCD when you exit Setup if you have installed a new add on and the system reconfiguration has caused such a serious conflict that the O cannot boot Tle iMove Enter Select PU PD Ualue FiH Saue ESG Exit Fi General Help FS Previous Walues F6 Fail Safe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults User s Manual 5 17 P4DA Motherboard will PC Health Status Section Function Configures the CPU Warning Temperature and Shutdown Temperature and displays detected system information Default amp Autodetected Settings The CPU Warning Temperature and Shutdown Tempera ture settings are optimized defaults The list of system information is autodetected and displayed Setting Options amp Constraints You can select a different CPU Warning Temperature or Shutdown Temperature setting The system will automati cally produce a warning when the detected CPU tem perature exceeds the warning temperature setting and will shut down the system to protect the CPU when it ex ceeds the shut down temperature setting CMOS Setup Utility PC Health Status CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1984 2081 Award Software PC Health Status CPU Warning Temperature Item Help Menu Level a Chatdonn Temperature 8596 185 F Tl HMove Enter Select PU PD Ualue FiH 5Saue ESG Exit Fi General Help FS Pr
45. he system housing fan connectors support fan tachometer monitoring The processor heat sink fan is not speed controlled User s Manual Cooling Fan Connectors The cooling fan power connectors all use the Same 3 pin connector The System Fan connectors are speed controlled the CPU Fan connector is not Wake On LAN Connector This connector is for the WOL lead from an addi tional NIC The lead plugs into the connector The optional onboard LAN port supports WOL without us ing this connector User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components The system fans use the motherboard fan speed control which consists of three states Off Normal speed and High speed In Normal speed mode the system fans run at normal speed until the thermal sensor senses the tem perature exceeds the High speed fan threshold tempera ture The system fans then run at High speed when the temperature threshold is exceeded More Information Please see the PC Health Status sec tion of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information WOL Wake On LAN Connector J21 Function A connector for the lead from a Network Inter face Card that supports the Wake On LAN feature Description This feature enables the system to wake up from Suspend mode when it receives a signal over a LAN itis connected to It works with the optional onboard LAN port and will also work with an additional PCI NIC that supports this feature by connecti
46. her While all the components and subsystems on the motherboard are designed and tested to work to gether expansion cards and peripheral devices can be a problem Assuming you have gone through the general trouble shooting procedures and the system still will not start if you have just added new hardware to your system there may be a hardware conflict or bug or a problem with a device driver Try removing the new hardware and see if the system will start If it does consult with the device manufacturer for information on solving the problem In some cases a firmware or driver upgrade may resolve the problem User s Manual User s Manual 6 Using The Motherboard Plug and Play Problems This motherboard supports the automatic recognition and configuration of expansion cards that support the Plug and Play PnP specification Most currently available expansion cards support PnP PnP simplifies card instal lation by allowing the system to handle system resource allocation If you install an expansion card that is not PnP compliant you may still need to configure the card manually Consult the card s documentation for instruc tions or other information Replacing the System Configuration Record As noted previously the CMOS Setup Utility creates a system configuration record and stores it in CMOS memory on the motherboard This record must be cor rect and uncorrupted for the system to operate properly It is possible for
47. igurations Exit Without Saving PC Health Status T Lae Select Item it ave amp Exit Setup Time Date Hard Disk Type User s Manual 5 11 P4DA Motherboard will Standard CMOS Features Main Section Functions This section has the real time clock settings the IDE and floppy device settings Default amp Autodetected Settings The IDE device settings are autodetected You shouldn t need to change this The floppy and other settings are standard defaults Setting Options amp Constraints You can reset the time and date settings if they are not correct for your location CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1984 2081 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Date lt nmzdd yy gt Pri Feb 8 2002 Time hhimm ss gt i 38 4H Menu Level Lal IDE Primary Master IDE Primary Slave Change the day month IDE Secondary Master None year and century IDE Secondary Slave None Drive fi 1 44M 3 5 in Drive B Hone 1 Floppy 3 Mode Support Both Video CEGA UGA 1 Halt On All Errors Tle iMove Enter Select 4 PU PD Ualue FiH 5Saue ESG Exit Fi General Help FS Previous Walues F6 Fail Safe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults In operation the screen will display the detected IDE devices 5 12 User s Manual 4 lw 5 System Configuration Advanced BIOS Featur
48. ion of the CMOS Setup Utility can result in unreliable operation or a fail ure of the motherboard to work at all Using the CMOS Setup Utility Please refer to the Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility section in Chapter 5 for information on using the utility and some settings you might want to customize The utility does not run under an Operating System You must load it during the Power On Self Test POST while the com puter is starting up by press the Delete key or the Del key on the system keyboard s numeric keypad User s Manual lwill 3 Motherboard Configuration BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Screen Load the CMOS Setup Utility during the POST by pressing the Delete or Del key The utility interface commands are explained at the bottom of each screen and General Help is available by pressing the F1 key See the section on Con figuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information on how to use this program The main screen has a basic list command instructions at the bottom of the screen and displays a function description of the highlighted item CMOS Setup Utility Copyright CC 1984 2881 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k TWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management Setup Save amp Exit
49. l the software required to support this motherboard and profiles the bundled utilities Using the Power Installer Disc You can run the Power Installer CD ROM install inter face under Microsoft Windows 9X NT 4 0 2000 or XP The disc s install interface should load automatically and you then click on the model name of this motherboard Driver Software This motherboard requires that you install driver soft ware to support the onboard hardware You will need to install the following e ALi chipset support software Drivers that support the chipset including AGP IDE and ausio drivers e ATi Rage 128 Pro Patch A software patch that resolves possible problems installing an ATi Rage 128 Pro AGP display card Please see Installing OS amp Support Software in Chapter 5 for more information User s Manual Power Installer P4DA Main installation screen Power Installer P4DA section Driver installation screen DOR SDRAM DUAL CPU IDE RAID SCSI User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components Double Performance 3 Double Value ALi Integrated Drive ALi Integrated Driver 1 06 integrates 1 ALi AGP Driver 1 81 2 ALi IDE Cache and Utility 1 05 3 ALi Audio Driver 5170 P4DA Motherboard Utility Software The Power Installer disc also has three utility programs on it Adobe Acrobat Reader and McAfee Anti Virus e Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader allows you to read documents in the Adobe PDF format
50. mode up to ATA 133 Each IDE connector supports two drives a Master and a Slave The drives connect to the motherboard with an IDE ribbon cable IDE cables have three connectors on them one that plugs into a drive connector on the board and the other two that connect to IDE devices The connector at the end of the cable is for the Master drive The connector in the middle of the cable is for the Slave drive There are several types of IDE ribbon cable supporting transfer modes up through ATA 33 ATA 66 ATA 100 or ATA 133 You must use a cable that supports the transfer mode of the fastest device connected to it For example if both an ATA 33 mode and an ATA 100 mode device are connected to the same cable the cable must support ATA 100 mode in order for the ATA 100 device to achieve maxi mum performance To install an IDE drive connect the drive to one of the drive connectors on a suitable ribbon cable Plug the board end of the cable into one of the IDE connectors on the motherboard P4DA Motherboard IDE Drive Positioning Normally the system s primary hard disk drive should be in the Primary Master position If you will use only the supplied ribbon cable connect a CD ROM drive to the Primary Slave position If you obtain an additional IDE ribbon cable you can install a second hard disk drive in the Primary Slave po sition and install the CD ROM as the Secondary Master This is a good idea if the CD ROM drive uses a slower
51. n Mechanism Connect Fan Heatsink Power Lead Plug the fan power lead onto the CPU Fan power connec tor near the CPU socket The entire CPU installation is then complete User s Manual P4DA Motherboard Installing System Memory This section details the procedure for installing system memory on the motherboard Correct memory configu ration is critical for proper system operation Please re view this section carefully and follow the configuration guidelines precisely Memory Specifications The motherboard has two DIMM module sockets This motherboard uses DDR SDRAM DIMM modules for sys tem memory The system memory specification are e DDR SDRAM DIMM modules e 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB modules e Maximum 3GB total system memory Memory Configuration Options This motherboard has flexible memory configuration options Please note the following e Supports 16MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB and 1GB modules e Any capacity DIMM may be used in either socket as long as total memory does not exceed 3GB e Modules should be the same speed for best system performance e Bot symmetrical and asymmetrical DDR SDRAM addressing are supported User s Manual Module Installation Modules will only insert in one orientation The width of the two edge connec tor sections vary slightly and prevent incorrect in sertion User s Manual 4 Installing The Motherboard Installing Memory Modules Installing DIMM m
52. nformation on the systems operational status and pro vide some system controls System Controls The front panel connector on the motherboard supports several system controls that mount on the front panel of the system housing User s Manual 6 1 P4DA Motherboard Power Button Function Turns the system On and Off Use This button is configured by the CMOS Setup Utility by the POWER ON Function line in the Integrated Pe ripherals section Depending on the setting the power button will function in one of two modes instant on off or instant on 4 second delay off In the delay mode when you push the power button for less than 4 seconds when the system is turned the system goes into the Suspend power conservation mode In this mode you have to push the button for more than 4 seconds to turn the system power off Reset Switch Function Restarts the system to cold boot Use Press the button to restart the system This forces a restart under all conditions Don t use the Reset button if you can shut the system down from within the Operating system Note On Reset amp Rebooting You should always restart or shut down the system by using the OS command for this This procedure allows the OS to shut down properly minimizing the possibility of hard disk drive problems or data loss If the system crashes or hangs you may have to restart the system at the hardware level There are two hardware reboot options a ke
53. ng the card to the WOL connector on the motherboard The motherboard supports Wake on LAN when connected to a Network Inteface Card with this feature A signal from the card will wake up the computer only when it is plugged into an AC power source and the system is in a supported sleep state More Information Please see the Power Management Setup section of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information Fan power connectors orientation varies Wake On LAN connector P4DA Motherboard Wake On Modem Connector This connector is for the lead from a PCI modem card that supports this feature The lead plugs into the connector Audio In Connectors The CD In connector is for CD ROM or other optical drives Use the AUX In connector for an addi tional drive or a modem telephony device WOR Wake On Modem Connector J17 Function A connector for the lead from a modem that supports the Wake On Modem feature Description This feature enables the system to wake up from Suspend mode when it receives a ring signal from a modem it is connected to It works with a modem PCI expansion card that supports the feature by connect ing the card to the WOM connector on the motherboard A signal from the card will wake up the computer only when it is plugged into an AC power source and the sys tem is in a supported sleep state More Information Please see the Power Management Setup section of Configuring th
54. ns in this section in detail and follow them care fully The procedures are not complex User s Manual 4 1 P4DA Motherboard will Installing A CPU This motherboard uses the 478 pin Intel Pentium 4 pro cessor To install an Intel Pentium 4 CPU on the motherboard it is very important to precisely and en tirely follow the procedure for installing both the CPU and its cooling assembly Failure to do so can result in either improper operation or damage to the CPU and possibly the motherboard To install an Intel Pentium 4 processor on this motherboard you will need to do the following e Install a Pentium 4 processor in the mPGA478 socket e Install the Heatsink Retention Mechanism Please follow the procedure detailed below to install the Pentium 4 processor on the board Intel boxed Pentium 4 processors come with full installation instructions If you have these please also read and follow those instruc tions carefully Processor Selection This motherboard supports all 478 pin Pentium 4 pro cessors and the BIOS automatically detects the required settings and configures the CMOS Setup Utility accord ingly CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1984 2001 Award Software IWILL Smart Setting Item Help Menu Lewe Spread Spectrum Disabled CPU Clock 100 CPU Clock Ratio me CPU Vcore Setting Auto DRAM Clock By SPD BIOS ROM Flash Protect Mon Flash fie Move Entebp 5elect PU PDIValue FlI0 5av
55. nstalling an IR port module requires an expansion slot opening unless the system housing has a built in IR port with a cable to connect to the motherboard Follow the instructions that come that come with the port module you want to install The basic installation proce dure is as follows if the module installs in an expansion slot opening 1 Turn off and unplug the system if necessary 2 Remove the system housing cover 3 Locate the J10 IR pin header connector on the motherboard It is between the two lowest PCI slots 4 Remove the expansion slot cover in the system hous ing that corresponds to an open PCI slot There may be a slot cover retaining screw to remove and put aside for later use 5 Insert the port module in the open expansion slot cover and align the module s mounting bracket with the screw hole for the retaining screw If there is one Insert the screw and tighten it to secure the port module in place 6 Plug the module s connector cable on to the IR con nector on the motherboard 7 Replace the system housing cover 8 Plug in and turn on the computer 9 Run the CMOS Setup Utility and pen the Integrated Peripherals section Set the UART Mode Select to the required mode IrDA or ASKIR and configure the port settings that follow it if necessary Save the settings and reboot User s Manual lw 1 6 Using The Motherboard CMOS Setup Utility Integrated Peripherals UART Mode Select
56. oduced without the express written consent of the copyright holders February 2002 Version 1 0 IV User s Manual bw P4DA Motherboard Contents 1 TTPO GUCEION wascesccwstccceecsecsdeccseccuesscoscadccucnsesscecsescccnesesssnces dad MESES Mes RITU RIEN T ETT TETTE TS TT TT 1 1 Manual Features ii iioi ao TEE 130104 4008 i8 a Rien TS PUE RUE TIPT ORISFE EUR EU CLE NU wa eq UES 1 2 If The Motherboard Is Already Installed eee eese eese 1 2 If You Need To Install This Motherboard eere eese 1 2 Cca MI ITE EE EODD 1 3 PICKING LIST eerie e 1 4 Pre Use Checklist ooosooseos evevie 0vieqe save db veda Vea dab uu UVAT PoEV DUET PPS Dua Pea i a ssaUs 1 4 2 Key Features amp Components eee e eee ee ee eee ee eoe eesess Dod uiu drin BE tru rc 2 2 Key Features amp Components ee eee ee eee ee eee ee ee eee ee eee ee eee ee eoe oce 2 4 AL PRET BIG E 2 5 CPU SOCKET aae EEE E E EEE EE 2 5 Sustem MEMON OKTE sere rn E EE EE E OE 2 6 VG SOL aae E O EEE A E AOLE 2 7 POL EXPAN ON SOLS sea E TE E EA IMEUOEE 2 8 Drive Connectors icc deuce ucveceetececsseooucctennsons NEENA NEE TEENETE EAEN 2 9 IDE Drive ConnectOtS sop ass cere ota ses eects cuiec roS Enss EE veces ISESE EREE RRES TENE 2 9 HODDVDISE Drive CONNECTION aisne aE EE EEEE EEEE 2 9 Other Internal Connectors sssessss
57. odules is simple The modules insert in the sockets and are held in place by the socket retain ing arms The edge connectors on the modules are of different widths and there are key notches in each mod ule These ensure that you can not insert a module incor rectly Before you install any modules you should choose a configuration You should then prepare the required num ber and type of DDR modules To install either type of module follow this procedure 1 Align the module to the socket so that the edge connectors on the module match the socket sections 2 Hold the module perpendicular to the motherboard and press the edge connector into the socket 3 Press the module fully into the socket so that the socket retaining arms swing up and engage the re tention notches at each end of the module Following the configuration you have chosen repeat this procedure if necessary so that all modules are installed Once the modules are installed system memory installa tion is complete Module retaining notch P4DA Motherboard Module Installation All modules insert in the DIMM sockets in the same Way 1 Align the module to the socket 2 The socket retaining arms should rotate up and engage the module s re taining notches as you press it into the socket 3 The retaining arms must engage for the module to be properly installed System Memory Recognition The BIOS will automatically recognize the installe
58. on that comes with your internal sys tem peripherals for additional installation instructions and information This section covers the minimum compo nents you will need to connect to the motherboard to create a functioning system You may plan to add other devices as well P4DA Motherboard will Installing an AGP Card The AGP connector on the board supports AGP 2X and 4X display cards Follow the instructions that come with the display card for installing the card hardware in the AGP slot AGP Configuration You can configure the amount of system memory the AGP card will use as auxiliary memory by adjusting the AGP Aperture Size setting in the Advanced Chipset Features section of the CMOS Setup Utility The default aperture setting is 64MB the maximum is 256MB Display Drivers You should install the display card s display driver soft ware according to the instructions that come with the card after you have completed system assembly and have installed an OS and the support software for this motherboard AGP Aperture Setting You can set the AGP aper ture size in the Advanced Chipset Features section of the CMOS Setup Utility CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C gt 1984 20681 Award Software Advanced Chipset Features x DRAM Timing tRP 31 Item Help AT Bus Clock CLK2 74 System BIOS Gacheahle Enabled i Menu Level F AGP Aperture Size 64HB 1 Memory Hole At 15 AGP Delay Of Fset AGP Aperture Size AGP Driving Stren
59. ories If anything is missing please contact your vendor Motherboard Damage If the motherboard has been visibly damaged re turn the complete package to your vendor with proof of purchase User s Manual Iwill 1 Introduction e Prepare Minimum System Components If you are installing the board in a new system you ll need at least the following internal components e ntel Pentium 4 processor e At least one DDR SDRAM memory module e 1 5V AGP video display card e Desired storage devices hard disk CD ROM etc You will also need whatever external system peripherals you intend to use which will normally include at least a keyboard a pointing device and a video display monitor User s Manual 1 5 P4DA Motherboard bwill 1 6 User s Manual User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components Chapter Topics Hardware Features Motherboard Layout Key Features amp Components Software Features Driver Software Utility Software 2 Key Features amp Components This chapter explains the location and function of this motherboard s key features and components In addition it details the software that comes on the Power Installer support CD ROM disc Please review this chapter if you are installing the motherboard It is also useful for refer ence regarding feature functions after the board is in stalled in a working system P4DA Motherboard Rear 1 0 Ports Motherboard Layout Iwill The diagram and key
60. ousing s motherboard mounting plate Make sure all of the rear I O ports are properly aligned with the open ings in the I O panel shield 5 Attach the board to the housing by inserting mount ing screws in all the holes and tightening them snugly Connecting Front Panel Components After the motherboard is installed in the system housing you should connect whatever front panel components the housing has to the Front Panel feature connector on the motherboard The figure below indicates the pin assignments of the connector for your reference User s Manual Front Panel Connector Leads from the front panel features connect to this header ATX Power Connectors The main power connec tor from the system power supply plugs into the ATX PWR connector on the board The auxiliary 12V power lead plugs into the 4 pin connector User s Manual 4 Installing The Motherboard Front Panel feature connector ACPI Reset IDE LED Power Button F1 F1 L LL 1 Speaker System LED Completing System Configuration Once the motherboard is installed in the system housing you can proceed to connect or install whatever internal devices you will use to complete the system These will at least include an AGP display card and disk drives and connecting the housing power supply leads After that having replaced the system housing cover you can connect external peripherals to complete the process of preparing the system
61. ration specifications and installation instructions Technical specifications are listed in Chapter 7 User s Manual AGP Slot For AGP 2X or 4X cards Both 1 5V and 3 3V cards are Supported User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components The AGP Slot Function The AGP slot is for installing an AGP interface video display card Description The AGP slot is a high speed slot exclusively designed for an AGP video display card The chipset sup ports the following types of AGP card e AGP 2X maximum 528MB second data transfer e AGP 4X maximum 1GB second data transfer The slot supports both 1 5V and 3 3V devices More Information See the section Connecting amp In stalling Internal Peripherals in Chapter 4 Technical speci fications are listed in Chapter 7 Also see the Advanced Chipset Features section of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information on AGP settings AGP slot is for an AGP 2X or 4X card P4DA Motherboard PCI Expansion Slots All slots are Bus Master capable and PCI 2 2 com pliant PCI Expansion Slots Function The PCI expansion slots are for installing sys tem expansion or add on cards to add additional sys tem hardware Description This motherboard has five Bus Master ca pable PCI expansion slots The slots are 32 bit 33MHz slots and are PCI 2 2 compliant The slots provide a fast high bandwidth pathway between the motherboard and expansion car
62. rd and con firm that the housing has standoffs that match them 3 Install the rear I O panel shield that came with the housing in the housing s I O panel opening This should match the ports on the board P4DA Motherboard iwi Mounting Holes There are 6 mounting holes on the motherboard that should correspond to mounting standoffs on the system housing s mother board mounting plate 0 ATX PWR JP2 H ALADDIN P4 LA fe Q J30 CN3_AUX In ee DES S SSS OM ae RE Mounting e Se holes IBETITITTITETTTTTITTITTTTETTTTTITTTTTTTI TE TTE Sao eee JO IBETTTTTTTTTTITITETTETTTTTT TIERE IETITITTITTTTTITITTITTTTETTTTTITITITITIT NE TTITTTTTI ees O mrrmueud GuSERCESIEEEDUIERTITISEDDEEUSD Pe eiee Jp10 IETTTTTTTTTTTETTTTETTTTTTTTTTT LETT tee ITI 41 O BETITTTEITETTTTTETTETEETEITTTEITTTTEITIT RACE J14 g J18 J19 J13 J20 J23 J24 o o ojo o ojoro ojo o Jeueg 1uoJ4 4 Insert the board in the housing and align the mount ing holes to the standoffs on the h
63. rt Burgundy Line In jack Light Blue Line Out Jack Lime Mic In jack Pink Game MIDI Gold PS 2 Keyboard PS 2 Mouse USB2 USB1 Serial 1 COM1 A Parallel Serial 2 COM2 Line Out Line In Game MIDI Mic Key Features amp Components This section explains the function and use of key fea tures and components on the motherboard It also indi cates where to look in the manual for additional infor mation on configuring and using them This motherboard uses an ATX form factor PCB in a design that integrates many features onto the board in cluding several external ports User s Manual mPGA478B Socket This socket is for 478 pin Pentium 4 CPUs only User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components ALi ALADDiN P4 Chipset This motherboard uses the ALADDiN P4 chipset from Acer Laboratories It is a multi function chipset for higher end performance and mainstream systems The compo nents of the ALADDiN P4 chipset include the following devices mounted on the board e M1671 North Bridge e M1535D South Bridge The chipset provides host bus memory AGP and I O interfaces with a 400MHz Front Side Bus CPU Socket Function The system CPU installs in this socket Description The mPGA478B CPU socket supports all 478 pin Intel Pentium 4 CPUs that use this socket The motherboard comes with a mounting frame mounted on the board to attach the heatsink and cooling fan assem bly required by the Pen
64. s on the system hard disk drive To install Windows drivers insert the Power Installer support CD ROM disc in the system s CD ROM or other optical drive and wait for the Power Installer interface to automatically load If it doesn t start run the Power Installer interface directly from the disc by running Setup The Power Installer main screen will appear Click on this motherboard s model number to open the section for this board Double Value _ Double Performance _ Double Value User s Manual will 5 System Configuration The P4DA installation screen screen will appear when you click on Manual Installation Click on Driver In stallation and the Driver Installation screen will appear w 2 Double Performance Power Installer E Am EE Drivers and Utilities Click on Driver Installation to access the driver instal lation program Install the all the items for the ALi chipset in sequence by clicking on them and following the install program instructions you should install the ATi Rage 128 Pro Patch Driver if you will use this video display card TS P M ALi Integrated Drivel IDE RAID SCSI ALi Integrated Driver 1 06 integrates 1 ALi AGP Driver 1 81 2 ALi IDE Cache and Utility 1 05 3 ALi Audio Driver 5170 User s Manual 5 25 P4DA Motherboard Power Installer Make Driver You can make an ALi driver floppy disk with the Make Driver utility The Make Dri
65. se D Pa Ea x bia kel owerOn Wakellp Fu Soft Off by PUR BTTH Wakellp PowerOn hu PCI Wakellp PowerOn by Ring Disabled by Alarm rx qd E n Lu B ot c wm nnt H I arm 1 TleeiMove Enter S5elect FS Previous Walues I xu eee a net lol are Power Management Setup Si POs gt User Define Hn 1 31 Yes UH SYHC Blank l Menu Level H Disabled Disabled DInstant Off J Card Disabled Disabled 3 t PHU PD Ualue FiH 5aue ESC Exit Fi General Help F6 Fail 5afe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults User s Manual twi 5 System Configuration PnP PCI Configurations Section Function Configures Plug and Play and other PCI bus settings Default amp Autodetected Settings The default is for the BIOS to control these functions Setting Options amp Constraints Don t change the resource settings they re set to be handled automatically by the BIOS If you have a problem after you install an expansion card set Reset Configuration Data to Enabled to rewrite the ESCD CMOS Setup Utility PnP PCI Configurations CMOS Setup Utility Copyright O 1984 2881 Award Software PoP PCI Configurations Reset Configuration Data Disabled Resources Controlled Hy iuto CES CD Menu Level La x IRQ Resources Press Enter x DMA Resources Press Enter Default is Disabled Select Enabled to PCI UGA Palette Snoop Disabled reset Extended System PCI IRQ Actived Hy Level Con
66. ssing the F1 key Running the CMOS Setup Utility The CMOS Setup Utility does not require an operating system to run You run the utility by typing the Del or Delete key when the computer is starting to boot up The utility s main screen will then appear User s Manual will 5 System Configuration CMOS Setup Utility Interface commands CMOS Setup Utility Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Advanced Chipset Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PoP PCI Configurations PC Health Status it ave amp Exit Setup Time CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1984 2681 Award Software k TWILL Smart Setting Load Fail Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults set Password Save amp Exit Setup Exit Without Saving T Lc Select Item Date Hard Disk Type Copyright C 1984 2001 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Date amp mm dd uu Time thhimm ss gt IDE Primary Master IDE Primary Slave IDE Secondary Master IDE Secondary Slave Drive Drive E Floppy 3 Mode Support Video Halt On Fr Tr i Hase Memory E C P We ae Extended Memory Tatal Ho EAEE Lotal Memory TleeiMove Enter Select FS Previous Walues F6 User s Manual F ES FFl Feh 1H 8 2002 38 4H b Menu Level Change the day month None 1 year and century Hone 1 44M 3 5 in 1 Hone 1 Both LEGA UGA 1 All Errors PUSPD Value Fil amp 5aue
67. sssssssooossssesesssssoosecssesesessoosesees 2 10 AIX Power LONDeECTOIS Laeasedusiecststatckasasaqe vbcdabep cuire ioa dE TRU CHO EM 2 10 CPU amp System Cooling Fan Connectors J15 25 26 30 sxsevestiverxvecvesrs 2 10 WOL Wake On LAN Connector J21 ccevevessavcnwevecvevecvedsasaevessevexswiaeds 2 11 WOR Wake On Modem Connector J17 canexsavecvavencevensacsauessnsacenvavenses 2 12 CD In amp AUX Audio Connectors CN3 amp CN4 eere 2 12 I CONIC COOK FO E satasewanstaas 2 13 USET ONS A OMMCCLOl JIA orree anae NEENA EEA 2 13 Front Panel CO CCG acetate ecg ers ess os gen gc esas EAEE NENEN EE 2 14 sre pic COMME COON IBV MEE m 2 14 External DO POMS scsssccucdevasseuvcscereseccecensoansereauvevecescessccusseceesssuscocees 2 15 21 28 POTS tire stress ect eee vars ain Sates octets ee enn ee eee 2 15 UE TOTS aaa E SEEE EEE AEE EE een salen ake 2 15 POC PON arate ois ect RE 2 16 SrA COM T OT EE 2 16 Audio Jacks amp Connectors seeeesssssssssssesssessssssccsessseesssesooeesseseeseo 2 17 User s Manual V P4DA Motherboard twi SUC RET T UU UT 2 17 AE e BLUNT UU TIT 2 17 yi Lg Features m 2 18 Using the Power Installer DISC Sieisesvenuk oso dimos Eedir eduu ead uei enua upra reir edes 2 18 Daver SOE WANS Second oxper Uode EUREN UNI U FUrRCHvO TIE E EE UC PUR FOR FOU EDUE 2 18 TAM SOP WV E LEE T veri eser A INI UNUM RI UEU E A MR IAS ES 2 20 3 Motherboard Configur
68. t the default port addresses will work should not be changed without reason You can set a Keyboard Power On pass word and Hot Key assignment from this screen CMOS Setup Utility Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility Copyright lt C 1984 2001 Award Software Integrated Peripherals Enabled Auto Auto 1 Auto 1 Auto 1 Enabled Auto 1 Auto 1 Auto 1 Auto 1 Menu Level H Disabled LAGE 1 Enabled Enter Ctr1 F1 l 3 3 S Eyl 3F8 IRO4 1 t PHU PD Ualue FiH 5aue ESC Exit Fi General Help F6 Fail 5afe Defaults F7 Optimized Defaults P4DA Motherboard Iwi Power Management Setup Main Section Functions Configures power management settings These are over ridden by ACPI power management in Windows Default amp Autodetected Settings Everything on this screen is an optimized default Setting Options amp Constraints You can select the Minimum or Maximum configurations rather than the User Defined defaults You can customize all settings in User Defined mode If your OS supports power management configure it there You can also set a date and time for the system to turn on or wake up CMOS Setup Utility Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility Copyright CC 1984 26801 Award Software ACPI Suspend Type Power Management PM Control hu APH MODEM Use IRQ Video Off In Suspend Video Off Method De T maarr En iimers HDD Power Down Suspend Mode cor
69. tem Bus 400MHz Auto detect CPU type to set external clock and multiplier Memory DDR SDRAM 3 DIMMs Supports maximum 3GB Chip Set ALADDIN P4 Northbridge M1671 Southbridge M1535D Super IO ALi Graphics AGP 2X amp 4X Audio AC 97 PCI 5 32bit 33MHz PCI slots USB USB 1 1 external ports on rear panel stacked 2 Internal connectors 2 On board IDE Two IDE connectors support up to ATA 133 mode General I 0 One Floppy Controller for up to two drives Two UART connector COM Ports One 25pin ECP EPP Parallel Port One PS 2 Keyboard One PS 2 Mouse P4DA Motherboard BIOS Award BIOS 2MB Flash ROM FWH Flash write Protection for BIOS Write Protection for memory SPD EEPROMs Supports ACPI S1 3 and S4 Auto configuration for IDE hard disk type Multiple boot options Power Supply ATX amp 12V ATX Form Factor 305 mm x 235 mm Back Panel ATX Other Supports AC power failure ACPI 1 12 PCI 2 23 SMBIOS 2 34 DMI 2 0 Approvals FCC EMI User s Manual
70. the system configuration record can be come corrupted or lost If this occurs the system will not operate properly or at all This is not a serious problem You can restore a working configuration using the CMOS Setup Utility to create a new configuration record by load ing the Optimized Defaults and reentering any other set tings you had made Loading Optimized Defaults The CMOS Setup Utility does not require an operating system to run You run the utility by typing the Del or Delete key while the system is starting up to brings up the utility s main screen There are two sets of defaults listed Optimized and Fail Safe The Fail Safe Defaults are a minimum configuration set for use by technicians when troubleshooting system problems The Optimized Defaults are what the system normally operates on If a corrupted system configura tion record caused the problem you experienced once you load the Optimized Defaults and reboot the system should function normally The instructions on the next page illustrate this procedure P4DA Motherboard Iwill You can easily restore a working system configuration record from the main screen of the CMOS Setup Utility To do so do as follows 1 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item 2 Press the Enter Key A confirmation message will ap pear on the screen Type a Y to accept loading the Op timized Default settings Now make any other settings you need to CMOS Setup Utilit
71. three years When the computer is plugged in the standby current from the power supply extends the life of the battery More Information See the Standard CMOS Features sec tion of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 to adjust the real time clock settings System support battery User s Manual PS 2 Ports Do not plug or unplug de vices when the system is turned on USB Ports There are two USB ports on the rear panel The J65 connector on the board is for a port bracket with two more USB ports Ports 3 4 have a separate root hub User s Manual 2 Key Features amp Components External I O Ports There are several external Input Output ports on the rear edge of the motherboard and connectors for more on the board Please refer to the Rear I O Panel Ports illustra tion for the port locations The ports are color coded for easy identification PS 2 Ports Function Connecting PS 2 devices to the system Description The PS 2 ports are for a system keyboard and mouse or other pointing device Do not connect or disconnect PS 2 devices when the system is turned on More Information See the Advanced Boot Options sec tion of Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information on adjusting related settings PS 2 Mouse PS 2 Keyboard USB Ports Function Connecting USB 1 1 devices to the system Description These two ports are for USB 1 1 devices The ports are for Type
72. tium 4 CPU More Information See the section in Chapter 4 on In stalling CPUs for information supported CPUs and their installation procedure Technical specifications are listed in Chapter 7 O O Heatsink fan assembly 2 ON mounting frame mPGA478B n O0000000000000000000 J oooooo0o000000000000000 OO00000000000000000000 lJiloooooooooooooooooo000 0000 00000 ooooo O0oooo ooooo0 000900 ooooo 90000 ooooOo 90000 ooooO0 O0000O ooooo O00o00OO0 ooooo0o OoooOo ooooo0o O000ooo n 00000 00000 7 OOOOOOOO00000000000000 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO H OOO0OOOOOOOOOOOOOOO0O0O00j OOOOOOOO00000000000000 P4DA Motherboard DIMM Sockets System memory sockets support DDR SDRAM mod ules See Chapter 4 for impor tant installation informa tion System Memory Sockets Function The DIMM system memory sockets are for in stalling DDR SDRAM system memory modules Description There are three DIMM memory module sock ets on the motherboard These sockets are for installing DDR SDRAM memory modules The sockets function in dependently allowing a variety of memory configura tions up to a total of 3GB using three 1GB DDR DIMMs More Information See the section on Installing System Memory in Chapter 4 for configu
73. tor on the AGP card according to the instruc tions that come with the card and monitor Connecting a Keyboard amp Mouse You can use either PS 2 or USB input devices with this motherboard Connecting PS 2 Devices Connect a PS 2 keyboard and mouse to the Keyboard and Mouse PS 2 ports on the rear I O port panel Don t connect or disconnect a device while the system is turned on Doing so can damage the board Connecting USB Devices You can use a USB keyboard and mouse with this motherboard They plug into two of the USB ports The Operating System you use must support USB to use any USB devices You can plug and unplug USB devices when the system is turned on User s Manual 4 will 5 System Configuration CMOS Setup Utility Integrated Peripherals s CHOS Setup Utility Copyright cC 1984 2081 Award Software Slave Ultra DMA On Chip USB Controller USB Keyboard Support Init Display First IDE HDD Block Mode POWER OM Function KB Power OH Password Hot Key Power OH Onboard FDC Controller Onboard Serial Port 1 Onboard Serial Port 2 Onboard Serial Port 3 UART Mode Select RxD TxD Active IR Duplex Mode Fast IR Mode Use DMA Onboard Parallel Port Parallel Port Mode ECP Mode Use DMA Integrated Peripherals Auto 1 Enabled Disabled LAGE 1 Enabled Enter Ctr1 F1l Enabled 3FB8 IRQ4 1 2FB8 IRQ3 Hi Lo Half i 3 S Y Menu Level b TleeiMove Enter S5
74. ubsystems and processor upgrades or adjustments System Memory Adding system memory will increase system performance and capability under any of the supported Operating Sys tem This motherboard supports a total of 3GB of system memory If you have not installed the maximum you can consider increasing the amount of installed system memory Additional system memory speeds up system operation and in some cases produces additional stabil ity in the Operating System Disk Subsystems This motherboard supports IDE drives using data trans fer modes up through ATA 133 If you use IDE drives as the primary disk subsystem selecting drives that sup port ATA 133 and have a high rotation speed e g 7 200rpm will maximize performance If you need even better performance from a disk sub system you can consider adding a SCSI controller card and SCSI disk drive A SCSI disk controller with high speed SCSI hard disk drives will provide a substantial performance enhancement Processor Upgrades amp Adjustments Processor speed has a significant effect on overall system performance To increase system performance you can consider using or upgrading to a faster processor The Intel Pentium 4 processor used by this motherboard comes in a variety of clock speeds To maximize perfor mance select a processor with the fastest clock speed the system budget or specification allows The CMOS Setup Utility s IWILL Smart Setting feature will
75. ver Utility The Make Driver utility makes driver floppy disks You can make disks for the ALi drivers using this utility Select the ALi integrated driver place a floppy disk in the Drive A drive and press the Go button The utility will copythe drivers to the disk Twili Make things happen Please select the installation diskette you want to create MIA Service Pack 4 32v a ALi Integrated Driver 1 04 Onboard AMI MegaRAID 100 Driver DCA200 N Onboard Lan Driver D D255u RN DYD266u N Onboard Lan Driver Onboard High Point 370A 3 2 RAID Driver and Utility Onboard RealTek 6139C 8100b Lan Driver DR133 DR133 1U Onboard Lan Driver This disk contains AGP Driver 1 74 amp IDE Cache Utility 1 05 amp IDE Driver 1 41 It only support Windows 98 me 2000 Insert the 3 5 diskette All data on Drive A the diskette will be destroyed MAECEN Go C Drive B Exit http www iwill net T Making Linux Support Disks You can boot the system from the Power Installer disc The system will boot from the Linux kernel on the disc and you can use the disk creator that loads to create Linux support disks You can then use these to install any necessary modules according to your Linux distribution s instructions for module installation User s Manual Power Installer Software Utility and follow the install pro gram instructions User s Manual 5 System Configuration Installing the Utility
76. y Copyright C gt 1984 2081 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k TWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management PnP PCI Configura Load Optimized Defaults Y N gt H PC Health Status 5 T 4e Select Item Save amp Exit Setup Load Optimized Defaults 6 10 User s Manual twi 6 Using The Motherboard 3 Select Save amp Exit Setup and press the Enter key A confirmation message will appear Press the Enter key again to confirm CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C gt 1984 2681 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k TWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management etup PoP PCl Configura SAUE to CMOS and ERIT N gt V aving PC Health Status T Lock Select Item Save amp Exit Setup Save Data to CMOS The CMOS Setup Utility will close and the system will reboot The system should then start properly and run normally User s Manual 6 11 P4DA Motherboard bwill 6 12 User s Manual User s Manual 7 Technical Specifications In This Chapter Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications This chapter lists some technical information about this motherboard Processor Supports Pentium 4 processors Sys
77. y the system s manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation User s Manual III P4DA Motherboard bwill Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Furthermore the manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes Trademark Recognition Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp Intel and Pentium 4 are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged Copyright e Portions Intel Corporation This publication including all photographs illustrations and software is protected under international copyright laws with all rights reserved Neither this manual nor any of the material contained herein may be repr
78. yboard command and the Reset button You can effect a warm reboot with a key command if the OS supports it For example all versions of Microsoft Windows support restarting the computer with the Ctrl Alt Del Delete command You can try this command first if it is supported Otherwise you will need to use the Reset button Suspend Button Function Toggles system in and out of Suspend mode Use Press the button to cause the system to enter or resume from Suspend mode Note The front panel feature connector supports a sys tem Suspend button the ACPI connector but not all sys tem housings have this button The same function can be performed at the Operating System level if the OS sup ports the feature User s Manual User s Manual 6 Using The Motherboard Indicator LEDs The motherboard front panel features connector supports three system status indicator LEDs e Power Status LED Indicator Lights when the system is turned on e Hard Disk Drive Activity LED Indicator Flashes during hard disk drive access e Power Conservation Mode LED Indicator Lights to indicate the system is in a Suspend state power conservation mode Most system housings will have all of these LEDs mounted in the housing s front panel System Wake Up Features This motherboard supports two system Wake Up fea tures that allow the system to resume from a Suspend state in response to a hardware event These features Wake on LAN and Wake
79. you require 6 Save the settings as you exit the program and restart the computer The system should now operate normally Setting Function Short 1 2 Ogee Normal operation Default Short 2 3 Go Clear CMOS memory see instructions 302 User s Manual lwill 3 Motherboard Configuration BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Screen The main screen of the CMOS Setup Utility has a Load Opti mized Defaults item that loads the default operation set tings After you perform the Clear CMOS procedure load the defaults as follows 1 Select Load Optimized Defaults and press the Enter key 2 A message will appear asking you to confirm 3 Type a Y to confirm and press the Enter key again 4 Make other settings you require 5 Select Save amp Exit Setup and press the Enter key The system will restart and use the new settings See the section on Configuring the CMOS Setup Utility in Chapter 5 for information on how to use this program f CMOS Setup Utility Copyright C 1984 2881 Award Software Standard CMOS Features k TWILL Smart Setting Advanced BIOS Features Load Fail Safe Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Load Optimized Defaults Integrated Peripherals Set Password Power Management PnP PCI Configura Load Optimized Defaults Y N gt PO Health Status Quit l c Select Item Save amp Exit Setup Load Optimized Defaults CMOS S

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