Asus Terminator C3 User manual

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Table of contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
System package contents ................................................................... x
Chapter 1: Chapter 1:
Chapter 1: Chapter 1:
Chapter 1:
System IntroductionSystem Introduction
System IntroductionSystem Introduction
System Introduction
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Front panel ........................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Rear panel ............................................................................. 1-4
1.4 Internal components ............................................................ 1-6
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:Chapter 2:
Chapter 2:
Basic InstallationBasic Installation
Basic InstallationBasic Installation
Basic Installation
2.1 Preparation ........................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-2
2.3 Removing the cover ............................................................. 2-3
2.4 Detaching the drive frame .................................................... 2-4
2.5 Installing system memory .................................................... 2-6
2.5.1 Memory configurations ........................................... 2-6
2.5.2 DIMM installation ..................................................... 2-7
2.6 Installing an expansion card ................................................. 2-8
2.6.1 Expansion slot ........................................................ 2-8
2.6.2 Expansion card installation ..................................... 2-9
2.6.3 Configuring an expansion card................................ 2-9
2.6.4 Standard interrupt assignments ........................... 2-10
2.6.5 IRQ assignments for this motherboard ................. 2-10
2.7 Installing an optical drive .................................................... 2-11
2.8 Installing a hard disk drive .................................................. 2-13
2.9 Re-connecting cables ......................................................... 2-15
2.9.1 LED cables ............................................................ 2-15
2.9.2 UAEX module ........................................................ 2-16
2.10 Replacing the cover ............................................................ 2-17
2.11 Connecting external devices .............................................. 2-19
2.12 Power supply specifications ............................................... 2-20
2.12.1 Input Characteristics ............................................ 2-20
2.12.2 Output Characteristics ......................................... 2-20
2.12.3 Over-Voltage Protection (OVP) ............................ 2-20
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Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:Chapter 3:
Chapter 3:
Starting upStarting up
Starting upStarting up
Starting up
3.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4
3.2.4 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-5
3.2.5 Other information ................................................... 3-6
3.3 Software information ........................................................... 3-8
3.3.1 ASUS PC Probe ....................................................... 3-8
3.3.2 ASUS Update ........................................................ 3-12
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:Chapter 4:
Chapter 4:
Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info
Motherboard InfoMotherboard Info
Motherboard Info
4.1 Introduction .......................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Motherboard layout .............................................................. 4-2
4.3 Jumpers ................................................................................ 4-3
4.4 Connectors ........................................................................... 4-5
Chapter 5:Chapter 5:
Chapter 5:Chapter 5:
Chapter 5:
BIOS InformationBIOS Information
BIOS InformationBIOS Information
BIOS Information
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 5-2
5.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 5-2
5.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the AwardBIOS
Flash Utility ............................................................. 5-3
5.1.3 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS .............. 5-5
5.1.4 ASUS Update .......................................................... 5-6
5.2 BIOS Setup program ............................................................. 5-7
5.2.1 BIOS menu bar ........................................................ 5-8
5.2.2 Legend bar ............................................................. 5-8
5.3 Main Menu........................................................................... 5-10
5.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 5-10
5.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 5-10
5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 5-10
5.3.4 HDD SMART Monitoring ........................................ 5-10
5.3.5 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................... 5-11
5.3.6 Installed Memory .................................................. 5-12
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5.4 Advanced Menu .................................................................. 5-12
5.4.1 CPU Configuration ................................................. 5-13
5.4.2 Memory Configuration .......................................... 5-14
5.4.3 Chipset Configuration ........................................... 5-15
5.4.4 PCIPnP ................................................................... 5-16
5.4.5 Onboard Device Configuration ............................. 5-17
5.4.6 USB Configuration ............................................... 5-19
5.5 Power Menu ........................................................................ 5-20
5.5.1 APM Configuration ................................................ 5-21
5.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 5-24
5.6 Boot Menu .......................................................................... 5-26
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 5-26
5.6.2 Removable Drives ................................................. 5-27
5.6.3 Hard Disk Drives ................................................... 5-27
5.6.4 CD-ROM Drives ...................................................... 5-28
5.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 5-28
5.6.6 Security ................................................................ 5-30
5.7 Exit Menu ............................................................................ 5-31
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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 reasonable 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
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. 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 reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING!WARNING!
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to
the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system.
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the
power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are
connected.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the
documentation 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,
contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a
stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTIONCAUTION
CAUTIONCAUTION
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturerís instructions.
VORSICHTVORSICHT
VORSICHTVORSICHT
VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der
Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller
empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach
Angaben des Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNINGLASER PRODUCT WARNING
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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About this guide
AudienceAudience
AudienceAudience
Audience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about
the ASUS Terminator 1 barebone system. This guide is intended for
experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal
computers.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1.1.
1.1.
1.
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
Chapter 1: System introductionChapter 1: System introduction
Chapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Terminator 1.
The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the
front and rear panel, and internal components.
2.2.
2.2.
2.
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
Chapter 2: Basic installationChapter 2: Basic installation
Chapter 2: Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install
components in the system.
3.3.
3.3.
3.
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
Chapter 3: Starting upChapter 3: Starting up
Chapter 3: Starting up
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and
utilities from the support CD.
4.4.
4.4.
4.
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 4: Motherboard informationChapter 4: Motherboard information
Chapter 4: Motherboard information
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes
with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout,
jumper settings, and connector locations.
5.5.
5.5.
5.
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
Chapter 5: BIOS informationChapter 5: BIOS information
Chapter 5: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING: WARNING:
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION: CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a
task.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
1.1.
1.
ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites
ASUS WebsitesASUS Websites
ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact
information.
2.2.
2.2.
2.
Optional DocumentationOptional Documentation
Optional DocumentationOptional Documentation
Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
Check your ASUS Terminator 1 package for the following items:
1.1.
1.1.
1.
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ASUS Terminator 1 barebone system with:ASUS Terminator 1 barebone system with:
ASUS Terminator 1 barebone system with:
ASUS C3V motherboard with onboard VIA C3 CPU
Floppy disk drive
Optical drive (optional)*
2.2.
2.2.
2.
Power cable and plugPower cable and plug
Power cable and plugPower cable and plug
Power cable and plug
3.3.
3.3.
3.
Support CDSupport CD
Support CDSupport CD
Support CD
4.4.
4.4.
4.
User guideUser guide
User guideUser guide
User guide
System package contents
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This chapter gives a general description of
the ASUS Terminator 1 C3 barebone
system, including introduction on the front
and rear panel features, and the internal
features.
System introduction
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1.2 Front panel
The ASUS Terminator 1 barebone system is composed of the ASUS C3V
motherboard, a power supply, and a floppy disk drive.
The CD-ROM drive is an optional item.
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the ASUS Terminator 1!
The ASUS Terminator 1 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile
home entertainment feature.
The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and is powered by the
ASUS C3V motherboard that comes with a VIA C3 processor.
1.1.
1.1.
1.
Optical drive. Optical drive.
Optical drive. Optical drive.
Optical drive. This is an optional IDE optical drive.
2.2.
2.2.
2.
Empty 5.25-inch drive bay.Empty 5.25-inch drive bay.
Empty 5.25-inch drive bay.Empty 5.25-inch drive bay.
Empty 5.25-inch drive bay. This covered slot is for a second
optical drive or other 5.25-inch storage devices.
3.3.
3.3.
3.
Floppy drive door.Floppy drive door.
Floppy drive door.Floppy drive door.
Floppy drive door. This drive is for a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch floppy disk.
4.4.
4.4.
4.
Power button.Power button.
Power button.Power button.
Power button. Press this button to turn the system on.
5.5.
5.5.
5.
Power LED.Power LED.
Power LED.Power LED.
Power LED. This LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON.
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6.6.
6.6.
6.
HDD LED.HDD LED.
HDD LED.HDD LED.
HDD LED. This LED lights up when data is being read from or written
to the hard disk drive.
7.7.
7.7.
7.
Front panel I/O door.Front panel I/O door.
Front panel I/O door.Front panel I/O door.
Front panel I/O door. Flip up this door to show the front panel
input/output ports.
8.8.
8.8.
8.
USB 2.0 ports.USB 2.0 ports.
USB 2.0 ports.USB 2.0 ports.
USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
9.9.
9.9.
9.
Headphone port. Headphone port.
Headphone port. Headphone port.
Headphone port. This port connects a headphone with a stereo
mini-plug.
10.10.
10.10.
10.
Microphone port.Microphone port.
Microphone port.Microphone port.
Microphone port. This port connects a microphone.
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1.3 Rear panel
The system rear panel includes the power socket and several I/O ports that
allow convenient connection of devices.
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GAME/MIDI port.GAME/MIDI port.
GAME/MIDI port.GAME/MIDI port.
GAME/MIDI port. This port connects a joystick or game pad for
playing games, and MIDI devices for audio editing.
2.2.
2.2.
2.
Serial port. Serial port.
Serial port. Serial port.
Serial port. This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices
that conform with serial specification.
3.3.
3.3.
3.
PS/2 mouse port.PS/2 mouse port.
PS/2 mouse port.PS/2 mouse port.
PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
4.4.
4.4.
4.
PS/2 keyboard port.PS/2 keyboard port.
PS/2 keyboard port.PS/2 keyboard port.
PS/2 keyboard port. This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2
keyboard.
5.5.
5.5.
5.
VGA port. VGA port.
VGA port. VGA port.
VGA port. This port connects a VGA monitor.
6.6.
6.6.
6.
Line Out port. Line Out port.
Line Out port. Line Out port.
Line Out port. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a
speaker. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Front Speaker Out.
7.7.
7.7.
7.
Line In port. Line In port.
Line In port. Line In port.
Line In port. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or
other audio sources. In 6-channel mode, the function of this port
becomes Low Frequency Enhanced Output/Center.
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115V/230V115V/230V
115V/230V
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8.8.
8.
Microphone port. Microphone port.
Microphone port. Microphone port.
Microphone port. This Microphone (pink) port connects a
microphone. In 4/6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes
Surround Speaker.
Audio ports function variation
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6-Channel6-Channel
6-Channel
Light Blue Line In Line In LFE Output*/Center
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Surround Surround
* LFE Output: Low Frequency Enhanced Output
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98SE only supports 4.1-channel speaker setting.
The functions of the Line Out (lime), Line In (blue), and Mic (pink) ports
on the rear panel change when you select the 4-channel or 6-channel
audio configuration as shown in the following table.
9.9.
9.9.
9.
LAN (RJ-45) port.LAN (RJ-45) port.
LAN (RJ-45) port.LAN (RJ-45) port.
LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows connection to a Local Area
Network (LAN) through a network hub.
10.10.
10.10.
10.
USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.
USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports.
USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are
available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
11.11.
11.11.
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Parallel port.Parallel port.
Parallel port.Parallel port.
Parallel port.This 25-pin port connects a printer, scanner, or other
devices.
12.12.
12.12.
12.
Power socket. Power socket.
Power socket. Power socket.
Power socket. This socket connects the power cable and plug.
13.13.
13.13.
13.
Voltage selector. Voltage selector.
Voltage selector. Voltage selector.
Voltage selector. This switch allows you to select the appropriate
voltage supply in your area.
Setting the switch to 115 V in a 230 V environment will seriously
damage the system!
Voltage selectorVoltage selector
Voltage selectorVoltage selector
Voltage selector
The power supply that came with the system has a voltage selector switch
below the power socket. Use this switch to select the appropriate voltage
according to the voltage supply in your area.
If the voltage supply in your area is 100-127 V, set the switch to 115 V.
If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240 V, set the switch to 230 V.
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1.4 Internal components
The figure below shows the internal view of the system when you remove
the cover and flip out the drive frame. The standard components already
installed in the system and the locations of the available drive bays are
pointed out.
The system may come with either a PFC (Power Factor Correction) or
non-PFC power supply.
4. 3.5” HDD drive bay
5. 3.5” floppy drive
6. PFC/Non-PFC power supply
7. USB/audio board
1. Game/MIDI/COM1 extension
module
2. Motherboard
3. Two 5.25” drive bays
(Optional CD-ROM)
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on how to install components into the
barebone system.
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2.1 Preparation
Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components that you
plan to install in the system.
Basic components to installBasic components to install
Basic components to installBasic components to install
Basic components to install
1. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM)
2. Expansion card(s)
3. Hard disk drive
4. Optical drive
ToolTool
ToolTool
Tool
Phillips (cross) screw driver
2.2 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install components into
the system.
The motherboard comes with an onboard standby power LED. This LED
lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode or in soft-off
mode, and not powered OFF. Unplug the power cable from the power outlet
and make sure that the standby power LED is OFF before installing any
system component.
Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or
a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
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2.3 Removing the cover
A screw located on the rear panel secures the chassis cover.
Follow these steps to remove the
chassis cover.
1. Turn the screw
counterclockwise to release
the cover. Set the screw aside.
2. Place your hands on both
corners of the front panel, just
beside the CD-ROM frame.
Push on the CD-ROM area with
your thumbs until the cover
tilts forward.
3. While supporting the front
panel with one hand, place
your other hand on the top
rear edge of the cover and
carefully lift the cover from
the chassis.
Screw
If your system did not come with a
CD-ROM, you can release the cover
by placing your hands underneath the
front panel edge, then push the inner
chassis with your thumbs while
pulling the panel with your other
fingers.
The CD-ROM is an optional item.
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2.4 Detaching the drive frame
You must release the power socket module from the rear panel before
detaching the drive frame to avoid breaking the power cable.
Follow these steps to detach the
drive frame.
1. Place the chassis on a flat
surface and turn it on its side.
2. The power socket and voltage
selector switch are attached to
a metal module secured to the
rear panel by a screw. Remove
the screw to release the power
socket module.
Power socket
module screw
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Asus Terminator C3 User manual

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