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PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 2
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PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 3
... (CPU 2-5 2.3.1 Overview 2-5 2.3.2 Installing the CPU 2-6 2.3.3 Installing the heatsink and fan 2-8 2.3.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable 2-10 2.4 System memory 2-11 2.4.1 Overview 2-11 2.4.2 Memory configurations 2-11 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM 2-13 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-14 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card 2-14 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 2-14 2.5.3 PCI...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 4
... the first time 3-1
3.2 Powering off the computer 3-2
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-1 4.1.2 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS 4-2 4.1.3 Using AFUDOS to copy BIOS from PC 4-3 4.1.4 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 4-4 4.1.5 ASUS Update 4-6
4.2 BIOS Setup program 4-8 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-9 4.2.2 Menu...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 6
...limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, ... the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with ...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 7
... to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 8
... the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the PSCH-L motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 9
... used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
WARNING: Information to...additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional Documentation...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 11
Manageability
WfM 2.0. DMI 2.0, WOL/WOR by PME, chassis intrusion
Power requirement
ATX power supply (with 4-pin 12V plug)
Form Factor
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm)
Support CD contents
Device drivers Management software System utilities ASUS contact information
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 15
...-resolution graphics, Serial ATA support, and USB 2.0, the PSCH-L is your perfect vehicle to get ahead in the world of power computing! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.
1.2 Package contents
Check your PSCH-L package for the following items.
ASUS PSCH-L motherboard ASUS support CD 6 x SATA cables SATA power...
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Chapter 2
This chapter describes the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes details on the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
Hardware information
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Chapter summary
2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard installation 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.4 System memory 2-11 2.5 Expansion slots 2-14 2.6 Jumpers 2-17 2.7 Connectors 2-19
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PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 25
... this motherboard:
1. Buy an Intel Pentium 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology. Install the CPU.
2. Power up the system and enter BIOS Setup (see Chapter 4). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to Enabled. The item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Techonology.
3. Reboot the computer.
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PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 34
... cover.
2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, configure the it 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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Chapter 2: Hardware...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 55
...The following utilities allow you 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 CrashFree BIOS 2 - updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or the motherboard support CD.
3. ASUS Update - updates the BIOS in a Windows® environment. Refer to the following sections for details on these...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 56
... 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 /iPSCHL.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 57
... characters for the extension name. 2. Press .
The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only. What you see on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown.
Main filename Extension name
A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading flash ..... 0x0008CC00 (9%)
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PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 58
....rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading flash ..... done
A:\>
When the BIOS copy process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt.
4.1.4 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2
The CrashFree BIOS 2 auto recovery tool allows you to restore BIOS from the motherboard support CD, or from a floppy disk...
PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 60
...4.1.5 ASUS Update
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To install ASUS Update:
1. Insert the support CD into the CD-ROM drive. The Drivers...
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4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next.
5. Follow the instructions on the succeeding screens to complete the update process.
If you selected the option to update the BIOS from a file, a window prompts you to locate the file. Select the file, click Save, then follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.
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PSCH-L MB Manual - Page 62
... 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...