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K8 series Quick Setup Guide - Page 10
... drive configuration in the BIOS setup. • Check the IDE drive cables, make sure they are corrected properly. • Make sure that the device drivers are installed.
• Enter BIOS setup and load default settings. • Make sure that the power cable is connected properly to the motherboard. • Make sure that the drive cables are connected properly. • Update the motherboard...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 5
... Boot menu 4-34 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 4-35 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 4-35 4.6.3 Security 4-36 4.7 Exit menu 4-39
Chapter 5: Software support
5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1
5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4 Manuals menu 5-4 5.2.5 ASUS Contact information 5-5 5.2.6 Other information...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 9
... to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites
The...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 19
... system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. See page 4-4.
ASUS Multi-language BIOS
The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow you to configure easier and faster. See page 4-12.
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A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 37
... Configuring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, configure the card by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
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A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 61
...Voice Editor software allows you to customize the vocal POST messages. Install the software from the utilities menu of the support CD. See section "5.2.3 Utilities menu" for details.
To avoid conflicts, do not run the Winbond Voice Editor while running the ASUS PC Probe... left side of the screen, then click the Play button.
The default language setting is English.
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A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 63
...or if you want to record your own POST messages to replace the pre-installed wave files, you can ...your messages as short as possible.
3. Use a recording software, such as Windows Recorder, to record your messages.
4. Save the messages as wave files...display the Add Wave File window.
6. Copy the wave files that you recorded to the database. Close the window when done.
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A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 67
... to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.
1. ASUS AFUDOS - Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk in DOS mode.
2. ASUS EZ Flash - Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 - Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy
disk or the motherboard support CD. 4. ASUS Update - Updates the BIOS in a Windows® environment. Refer...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 68
... the latest (or original) BIOS file that you copied to the bootable floppy disk. 5. Press . The succeeding screen displays the status of the update process.
The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only. What you see on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown.
A:\>afudos /iA8V.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 73
... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To install ASUS Update:
1. Insert the support CD into the CD-ROM drive. The Drivers menu appears.
2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. See page 5-3 for the Utilities menu screen.
3. The ASUS Update utility is copied into your system.
To update the BIOS using ASUS Update: 1. Launch the utility from the Windows desktop...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 75
... to enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub.
The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 109
... the motherboard features.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates.
5.2.1 Running the support CD
To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Click an item to install...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 111
... and other software that the motherboard supports.
ASUS PC Probe
This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition.
ASUS Update
Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website.
Before using the ASUS Update, make sure...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 112
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ADOBE Acrobat Reader
Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V5.0.
ASUS Screen Saver
Installs the ASUS screen saver.
Cool 'n' Quiet Software
Installs the Cool 'n' Quiet! Technology software.
Promise Array Management Utility
Installs the Promise Array Management Utility. Use this utility to configure a disk array for RAID installations.
5.2.4 Manuals menu
The Manuals menu contains a list...
A8V Deluxe User's Manual - Page 142
... ACPI 2.0 Support and set it to Yes. See section "4.5 Power Menu" in the user guide.
4. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup. 5. Reboot your computer and set your Power Option Properties
depending on your operating system.
Windows® 2000/XP
1. From the Windows® 2000/XP operating system, click the Start button. Select Settings, then Control Panel.
2. Make sure the Control Panel is set to...
A8V User Manual - Page 73
... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To install ASUS Update:
1. Insert the support CD into the CD-ROM drive. The Drivers menu appears.
2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. See page 5-3 for the Utilities menu screen.
3. The ASUS Update utility is copied into your system.
To update the BIOS using ASUS Update: 1. Launch the utility from the Windows desktop...
A8V User Manual - Page 75
... to enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub.
The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you...
A8V User Manual - Page 109
... the motherboard features.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates.
5.2.1 Running the support CD
To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Click an item to install...
A8V User Manual - Page 111
... you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website.
Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.
PC-CILLIN
Installs the PC-cillin anti-virus program. View the PC-cillin online help for detailed information.
ADOBE Acrobat Reader
Installs the Adobe Acrobat® Reader V5.0.
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A8V User Manual - Page 142
... ACPI 2.0 Support and set it to Yes. See section "4.5 Power Menu" in the user guide.
4. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup. 5. Reboot your computer and set your Power Option Properties
depending on your operating system.
Windows® 2000/XP
1. From the Windows® 2000/XP operating system, click the Start button. Select Settings, then Control Panel.
2. Make sure the Control Panel is set to...