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T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 4
... 3: Starting up
3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Powering up 3-2 3.3 Support CD information 3-2
3.3.1 Running the support CD 3-3 3.3.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.3.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.3.4 Make Disk menu 3-6 3.3.5 ASUS contact information 3-7 3.3.6 Other information 3-7 3.4 Software information 3-8 3.4.1 ASUS Radio Player 3-8 3.4.2 ASUS Instant Music 3-10 3.4.3 Audio DJ 3-12...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 8
... of the ASUS T2-AH1. The chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. 2. Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system. 3. Chapter 3: Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD...
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...T A N T : Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. N O T E : Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 22
... unit (CPU) 2. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Expansion card(s) 4. Hard disk drive 5. Optical drive 6. Floppy disk drive
Tool
Phillips (cross) screw driver
2.2 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the system.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case...
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...Controller
7*
Printer Port (LPT1)
8
System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9*
ACPI Mode when used
10*
IRQ Holder for PCI Steering
11*
IRQ Holder for PCI Steering
12*
PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port
13
Numeric Data Processor
15*
Secondary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
USB0 USB1 USB2 USB3 AC '97 Onboard 1394 Onboard LAN...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 41
... disk drive on the tray with its bottom on the open side. Align the HDD and HDD tray screw holes.
5. Secure the HDD with four screws.
Lock slots Tray locks
5 4
5
Configure your hard disk drive as Master device before connecting the IDE cable and power plug. Refer to the HDD documentation on how to set the drive as a Master device.
ASUS T2-AH1...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 47
Chapter 3
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD.
MODE
ASUS T2-AH1
Starting up
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 48
... supports Windows® 2000/XP operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware.
Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.
3.2 Powering up
The system has two power...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 50
...Chipset driver.
Realtek Audio Driver
Installs the Realtek® AC `97 audio driver and application. See page for details.
Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver
Installs the Marvell® Gigabit Ethernet LAN Driver.
USB 2.0 Driver
Installs the USB 2.0 driver.
3.3.3 Utilities menu
The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports.
ASUS InstAll Installation...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 51
... such as fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in a healthy operating condition.
ASUS Update
Installs the ASUS Update that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and drivers. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 54
... support CD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software for more information.
3.4.1 ASUS Radio Player
ASUS Radio Player allows you to tune in to an FM station using the optional radio module.
By default, the radio region of the ASUS FM radio module is set...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 61
... l a y icon in the Control Panel then select the S c r e e n S a v e r tab.
4. Click the P o w e r . . . button. The following dialog box appears.
5. From the P o w e r s c h e m e s combo list box, select M i n i m a l P o w e r M a n a g e m e n t.
6. Click O K to effect settings.
Make sure to install the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ driver and application before using this feature.
ASUS T2-AH1
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... to view your system's real-time CPU Frequency and voltage.
Make sure to install the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software from the motherboard support CD. Refer to section "3.3.3 Utilities menu" for details.
To launch the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ program:
1. If you are using Windows® 2000, click the S t a r t button. Select Programs-> ASUS -> Cool & Quiet -> Cool & Quiet.
2. If you...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 63
... a healthy operating condition.
Installing PC Probe II
To install PC Probe II on your computer:
1. Place the support CD to the optical drive. The D r i v e r s installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature.
If Autorun is not enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 69
... entertainment and gaming experience.
Installing the drivers and application
To install the drivers and application: 1. Place the support CD in the
optical drive. 2. When the drivers menu
appears, click R e a l t e k A u d i o Driver.
3. Installation begins automatically. Click N e x t .
4. The S e t u p S t a t u s window appears, indicating the progress of the installation.
ASUS T2-AH1
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T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 70
...o m p l e t e window appears, indicating that installation is complete. Click Y e s to restart your computer now, or N o to restart later. Click F i n i s h .
Using the AVRack® Media Player
Launching the AVRack® Media Player A shortcut to the AVRack® Media Player is automatically created on your desktop after you installed the audio drivers and application. To launch the application...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 87
... or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy disk.
A:\>afudos /iA8R4T.ROM
4. The utility reads the file and starts updating the BIOS.
A:\>afudos /iA8R4T.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2003 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..... done Reading flash .... done Search...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 90
... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Installing ASUS Update
To install ASUS Update:
1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The D r i v e r s menu appears. 2. Click the U t i l i t i e s tab, then click I n s t a l l A S U S U p d a t e
V X . X X . X X. See page 3-4 for the U t i l i t i e s screen menu. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.
Quit all Windows®...
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... the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next.
5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by...
T2-AH1 English user manual E2065 - Page 93
... can 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...