MotherboardDSBF-D16SeriesDSBF-D16/SASDSBF-D16
xConventions used in this guideTo make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Ty
4-26 Chapter 4: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-27The following items appear only if you enable the Power On By RTC Alarm item.RTC Alarm Date [0]To set the date of alarm, high
4-28 Chapter 4: BIOS setupScroll down to display more items:F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exi
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-29Scroll down to display more items:F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit
4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-31The following items appear only if you set the Com Port Address item to [On-board COM1 port] or [On-board COM2 port].Baud Rat
4-32 Chapter 4: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-334.6 Security menuSupervisor Password Is: [Clear] User Password Is: [Clear]These elds allow you to set passwords:To set a pa
4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setup2. In the Enter Current Password eld, type in your current password. Press <Enter>.3. The cursor moves to the next
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-35F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter S
xiDSBF-D16 Series specications summaryModel NameDSBF-D16/SAS DSBF-D16Processor / System Bus2 * Socket LGA771Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor 5000/510
4-36 Chapter 4: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-37SETUP prompt [Enabled]When this item is set to [Enabled], the system displays the message “Press DEL to run Setup” during POS
4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setupDiscard ChangesSelect this option to discard the changes that you made, and restore the previously saved values. When a con
5RAID congurationThis chapter provides instructions for setting up, creating, and conguring RAID sets using the available utilities.
ASUS DSBF-D16 SeriesChapter summary55.1 Setting up RAID ... 5-15.2 LSI Logi
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-15.1 Setting up RAIDThe motherboard comes with the following RAID solutions:DSBF-D16 model• LSI Logic Embeded SATA RAID and t
5-2 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.1.2 Installing hard disk drivesThe motherboard supports Serial ATA for RAID set conguration. For optimal performan
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-33. The utility main window appears. Use the arrow keys to select an option from the Management Menu, then press <Enter>
5-4 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.2.1 Creating a RAID 0 or RAID 1 setThe LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility allows you to create a RAID 0 or
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-54. Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press <Enter>. The congurable array appears on screen.3. The
xiiDSBF-D16 Series specications summaryStorage IDE ControllerIntel® 6321 ICH: 1 x Single Channel Bus Master IDE support UltraATA 33 / 66 / 100SATA Co
5-6 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5. Press <F10>, select the congurable array, then press <SpaceBar>. Press <F10> again, the logica
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-76. Select RAID from the Logical Drive menu, then press <Enter>.7. Select the RAID level from the menu, then press <
5-8 Chapter 5: RAID conguration10. When nished setting the selected logical drive conguration, select Accept from the menu, then press <Enter&g
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-9Using New CongurationWhen a RAID set is already existing, using the New Conguration command erases the existing RAID congur
5-10 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.2.2 Creating a RAID 10 setYou can create a RAID 10 set using four identical hard disk drives.To create a RAID 10 s
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-114. Select all the drives required for the RAID 10 set, then press <Enter>. The congurable array appears on screen.5.
5-12 Chapter 5: RAID conguration Press <F10> again, the logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to ch
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-1310. When nished setting the selected logical drive conguration, select Accept from the menu, then press <Enter>.11.
5-14 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.2.3 Adding or viewing a RAID congurationYou can add a new RAID conguration or view an existing conguration usin
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-154. Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press <Enter>. The congurable array appears on screen.5. Pr
xiiiDSBF-D16 Series specications summaryRear I/O ConnectorsExternal Serial Port1 1External USB Port2 2VGA Port1 1RJ-454 4PS/2 KB/Mouse1 1Management
5-16 Chapter 5: RAID conguration8. Follow steps 8 to 12 of the Creating a RAID set: Using Easy Conguration section.9. When prompted, save the con
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-175.2.4 Initializing the logical drivesAfter creating the RAID set(s), you must initialize the logical drives. You may initial
5-18 Chapter 5: RAID conguration3. When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Yes from the Initialize? dialog box, then press <Enter>
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-195. When initialization is completed, press <Esc>.Using the Objects commandTo initialize the logical drives using the O
5-20 Chapter 5: RAID conguration2. Select Logical Drive from the Objects sub-menu, then press <Enter>.3. Select the logical drive to initiali
ASUS DSBF-D16 Seriies 5-215. When prompted, press the <SpaceBar> to select Yes from the Initialize? dialog box, then press <Enter>. 6. A
5-22 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.2.5 Rebuilding failed drivesYou can manually rebuild failed hard disk drives using the Rebuild command in the Mana
ASUS DSBF-D16 Seriies 5-233. After selecting the drive to rebuild, press <F10>. The indicator for the selected drive now shows RBLD.4. When pr
5-24 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.2.6 Checking the drives for data consistencyYou can check and verify the accuracy of data redundancy in the select
ASUS DSBF-D16 Seriies 5-253. When prompted, use the arrow keys to select Yes from the Consistency Check dialog box, then press <Enter>. You may
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5-26 Chapter 5: RAID congurationUsing the Objects commandTo check data consistency using the Objects command:1. From the Management Menu, select Obj
ASUS DSBF-D16 Seriies 5-275.2.7 Deleting a RAID congurationTo delete a RAID conguration:1. From the Management Menu, select Congure > Clear Co
5-28 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.2.8 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID setYou must have created a new RAID conguration before you can select th
ASUS DSBF-D16 Seriies 5-295.2.9 Enabling the WriteCacheYou may enable the RAID controller’s WriteCache option to improve the data transmission perfor
5-30 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.3 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM UtilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows yo
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-315.3.1 Creating a RAID 0 set (Stripe)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, the
5-32 Chapter 5: RAID conguration6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press <Enter>. The available
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-335.3.2 Creating a RAID 1 set (Mirror)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, the
5-34 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.3.3 Creating a RAID 10 set (Stripe + Mirror)To create a RAID 10 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Crea
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-355.3.4 Creating a RAID 5 set (Parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, the
1Product introductionThis chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
5-36 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.3.5 Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-375.3.7 Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage ManagerTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit, then pres
5-38 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.4 Global Array ManagerYou may also create a RAID set(s) in Windows® operating environment using the Global Array M
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-395.5 LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility (DSBF-D16/SAS model only)The LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility is an integrated RAID solution tha
5-40 Chapter 5: RAID conguration4. The Adapter Properties screen appears. Use the arrow keys to select RAID Properties, then press <Enter>. 5
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-416. The Create New Array screen shows the disks you can add to make up the IM volume. Use the arrow key to select a disk, the
5-42 Chapter 5: RAID conguration8. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add the second disk to the volume.9. When done, press <C> to create the array, the
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-432. The Select New Array Type screen apprears. Use the arrow keys to select Create IME Volume, then press <Enter>. 5.5.
5-44 Chapter 5: RAID conguration4. Repeat step 5 to add the other disks to the volume.5. When done, press <C> to create the array, then selec
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-455.5.3 Integrated Striping (IS) volumeOverviewThe Integrated Striping (IS) feature provides RAID 0 functionality, supporting
ASUS DSBF-D16 SeriesChapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2 Packa
5-46 Chapter 5: RAID conguration4. The Select New Array Type screen apprears. Use the arrow keys to select Create IS Volume, then press <Enter>
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-476. Repeat step 5 to add the other disks to the volume.7. When done, press <C> to create the array, then select Save c
5-48 Chapter 5: RAID conguration5.5.4 Managing ArraysThe LSI Logic MPT Setup Utility allows you to perform other tasks related to conguring and mai
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-493. The View Existing Array screen appears. Here you can view properties of the RAID array(s) created. If you have congured
5-50 Chapter 5: RAID congurationManaging hot sparesYou may congure one disk as a global hot spare to protect critical data on the IM/IME volume(s).
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-514. Use the arrow key to select the disk you would like to congure as hot spare, then move the cursor to the Hot Spr column.
5-52 Chapter 5: RAID congurationActivating an arrayIf an array is removed from one controller/computer or moved to another, the array is considered i
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-535.5.5 Viewing SAS topology1. From the Adapter Properties screen, select SAS Topology. Press <Alt+D> to display devi
5-54 Chapter 5: RAID congurationSelecting a boot diskYou can select a boot disk in the SAS Topology screen. This disk is then moved to scan ID 0 on t
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-555.5.6 Global PropertiesFrom the Setup Utility screen, press <Alt+N> to enter LSI Logic Conguration, then select Globa
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® DSBF-D16 series motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and lat
5-56 Chapter 5: RAID congurationBoot Information Display ModeSets the disk information display mode. Conguration options: [Display adapters & in
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 5-57Restore DefaultsThis option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the system defaults.Esc = Exit Menu
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6Driver installationThis chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for different system components.
ASUS DSBF-D16 SeriesChapter summary66.1 RAID driver installation ... 6-16.2 Intel chipse
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-16.1 RAID driver installationAfter creating the RAID sets for your server system, you are now ready to install an operating sy
6-2 Chapter 6: Driver installation7. Press <Enter>.8. Follow screen instructions to create the driver disk.To create a RAID driver disk in Win
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-3For systems with other Lunix versions that are not listed in the Makedisk menu, explore the support CD and copy the driver le
6-4 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driverWindows® 2000/2003 Server OSWhen installing the LSI 1068 driver to your
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-54. Insert the RAID driver disk you created earlier to the oppy disk drive, then press <Enter>.5. Select the RAID cont
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction1.4 Special features1.4.1 Product highlightsLatest processor technology The motherboard comes with two LGA-771 so
6-6 Chapter 6: Driver installation• Intel® 6321ESB LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID driver (DSBF-D16 model only): - For Windows 2000 OS, select LSI Mega
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-75. Right-click the RAID controller item, then select Properties.6. Click the Driver tab, then click the Update Driver button
6-8 Chapter 6: Driver installation2. At the boot:, type linux dd , then press <Enter>.4. Right-click the RAID controller driver item, then sel
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-94. Select fd0 using the <Tab> key when asked to select the driver disk source. Press <Tab> to move the cursor to
6-10 Chapter 6: Driver installation6. Follow screen instructions to continue the OS installation.5. When prompted, insert the Red Hat® Enterprise RA
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-116.2 Intel chipset software installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the Plug and Play components for
6-12 Chapter 6: Driver installation4. The Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility window appears. Follow the screen instructions to complete i
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-136. Read the Readme File Information and press Next to activate the installation.7. After completing the installation, click
6-14 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.3 LAN driver installationThis section provides the instructions on how to install Intel® Gigabit LAN controller
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-155. Click Next button when the Intel® PRO Network Connections – InstallShield Wizard window appears. 4. Click the Install
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 1-3PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the
6-16 Chapter 6: Driver installation6. Select I accept the terms in the license agreement and then click the Next button. 7. Press the Complete and c
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-178. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. 9. When nished, press Finish to continue.
6-18 Chapter 6: Driver installationTo verify the LAN controller driver installation:1. Right-click the My Computer icon on the Windows® desktop , the
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-196.3.2 Red HatFollow these instructions when installing the Intel® LAN controller base driver for the in Red Hat® operating s
6-20 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.4 VGA driver installationThis section provides instructions on how to install the XGI Volari Z9s Video Graphics
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-214. The XGI VGA Package window appears, preparing the setup.6. The system will update the VGA driver.7. When the installati
6-22 Chapter 6: Driver installation6.5 Management applications and utilities installationThe support CD that came with the motherboard package
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 6-236.5.3 Management Software menuThe Management Software menu displays the available network and server monitoring applications
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AReference informationThis appendix includes additional information that you may refer to when conguring the motherboard.
iiE3285First Edition V1 August 2007Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softw
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introductionTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoringThe CPU temperature is monitored by the W83793G chip to prevent overheating
Appendix summaryAASUS DSBF-D16 SeriesA.1 DSBF-D16/SAS model block diagram ...A-1A.2 DSBF-D16 model block diagra
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series A-1A.1 DSBF-D16/SAS model block diagramDempsey/Woodcrest/Clovertown1333 FSB5000P(Blackford)82563EB(Gilgal)6 x SATAKumeranH/W RAI
A-2 Appendix A: Reference informationA.2 DSBF-D16 model block diagramDempsey/Woodcrest/Clovertown1333 FSB5000P(Blackford)82563EB(Gilgal)6 x SATAKumer
2Hardware informationThis chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes descript
ASUS DSBF-D16 SeriesChapter summary22.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Motherboard
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherbo
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information®2.2 Motherboard overviewBefore you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-32.2.3 Support kits for the motherboardFor additional protection from motherboard breakage due to the weight of the CPU heatsi
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information4. Press the lower spring clips inward, then insert to the lower CPU heatsink holes until they snap in place.5. I
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-56. Before installing the motherboard into the chassis, locate the standoffs that should match the eight (8) CEK spring screw
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2.4 Motherboard layoutsDSBF-D16/SAS modelAMI8MbFWH®FLOPPY1BUZZER1COM2SuperI/OCR2032 3VLithium CellCMOS PowerPANE
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-7DSBF-D16 modelAMI8MbFWH®FLOPPY1BUZZER1COM2SuperI/OCR2032 3VLithium CellCMOS PowerPANEL1PS/2T: MouseB: KeyboardUSB1USB2ATX12V1
iiiContentsNotices ... viiSafety information ...
2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2.5 Layout contentsSlots/Soocket Page1. CPU sockets 2-102. FB-DIMM sockets 2-153. PCI Express x 8 slots 2-284.
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-9Internal connectors Page1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) 2-372. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1) 2-373. Ser
2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.2.3 Central Processing Uni
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-113. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle.4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forenger t
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationNotes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology• This motherboard supports Intel® Xeon™ CPUs in the 771-land package w
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-13The Intel® Xeon™ processors require an Intel certied heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and perfo
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to install the other heatsink if you have installed a second CPU, then connect the fan cab
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-152.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with sixteen fully-buffered DIMM (FB-DIMM) sockets to support 240-pin
2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationRank populationDIMM installation reference table• DIMMs in pair means two DIMMs with the same conguration.• For
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-172.4.3 Memory mirroring and sparing technologyThe Intel® 5000P chipset supports the memory mirroring and sparing technology.
ivContents2.6 Jumpers ... 2-312.7 Connectors ...
2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationConguration 2 (Mirroring) : Eight memories populationConguration 3 (Mirroring) : Twelve memories populationDIMMs
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-19Conguration 4 (Mirroring) : Sixteen memories populationDIMMs are installed in the following slots: DIMM_00, DIMM_01, DIMM_02
2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information • Each branch contains its own sparing engine and can be enabled or disabled separately. • This motherboar
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-21Two DIMMs per channelThree DIMMs per channelBranch0Channel 0 Channel 1DIMM_00 (512MB*2 Ranks)DIMM_10 (512MB*2 Ranks)Rank 0 (5
2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationFour DIMMs per channel (Dual ranks)Branch0Channel 0 Channel 1DIMM_00 (512MB*2 Ranks)DIMM_10 (512MB*2 Ranks)Rank 0
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-232.4.4 Installing a DIMMMake sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Fail
2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationThe FB-DIMMs generate heat during continued operation. To ensure optimum thermal condition and performance, instal
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-255. Connect the fan cable to the 4-pin connector labeled FBD_FAN1.4. Position top cover over the fan base. Insert the top c
2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.4.7 Uninstalling the optional MemCool FB-DIMM fan1. Unplug the fan cable.2. Grip the top cover clamps until
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-272.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and
vContents4.4.8 Hardware Monitor ... 4-274.5 Server menu ...
2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignmentsIRQ Priority Standard Function0 1 System Timer1 2
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-292.5.5 PCI-X slot (for ZCR slot; DSBF-D16/SAS only)The 64bit PCI-X slot on the motherboard supports a Zero-Channel RAID card
2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationThe optional ZCR card for DSBF-D16/SAS onboard LSI 1068 SAS controller is LSI MegaRAID SAS 8300XLP card. Visit the
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-31Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system b
2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information2. LAN bandwidth setting (3-pin LAN_BW1)This jumper allows you to set the LAN bandwidth setting for more efcient
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-334. LAN controller setting (3-pin LAN_EN1, LAN_EN3, LAN_EN4)These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard Intel® 8
2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information6. Intel® 6321ESB SATA port S/W RAID setting (3-pin RAID_SEL1) (DSBF-D16 model only)This jumper allows you to sel
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-358. Force BIOS recovery setting (3-pin RECOVERY1)This jumper allows you to quickly update or recover the BIOS settings when i
2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectorsLAN port LED indicationsLAN portSPEED LEDACT/LINK LED1. PS/2 mouse por
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-372. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1)This connector is for an Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable. The Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cab
viContents5.5.5 Viewing SAS topology ... 5-535.5.6 Global Properties ...
2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information3. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6 )These connectors are for the Serial AT
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-395. SAS connectors (DSBF-D16/SAS model only)This motherboard comes with two Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) connectors, the next-g
2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information7. SAS LSI1068 ports LED connector (18-1 pin SASLED1) (DSBF-D16/SAS model only)This connector is for the front pa
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-4110. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2)This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to
2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information11. CPU and system fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1/2, REAR_FAN1/2, FRNT_FAN1/2/3/4, FBD_FAN1/2)The fan connectors
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-4313. SSI power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR1, 8-pin ATX12V1, 4-pin ATX12V2)These connectors are for SSI power supply plugs. The
2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information14. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1)This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.The system pa
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 2-4515. Auxiliary panel connector (20-pin AUX_PANEL1)This connector is for additional front panel features including front panel
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3Powering upThis chapter describes the power up sequence, and ways of shutting down the system.
viiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con
ASUS DSBF-D16 SeriesChapter summary33.1 Starting up for the rst time ... 3-13.2 Turning off th
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 3-13.1 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all sw
3-2 Chapter 3: Powering up3.2 Turning off the computer3.2.1 Using the OS shut down functionIf you are using Windows® 2000/2003:1. Click the Start
4BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also pr
Chapter summary4ASUS DSBF-D16 Series4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ... 4-14.2 BIOS setup program ...
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-14.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output
4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setupDO NOT turn off or reset the system during the ashing process!4.1.2 Updating the BIOS using the Phoenix Phlash16 Utility
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-34.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le
4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setupPhoenix Phlash16 Utility Version 1.6.1.9Copyright (c) Phoenix Technologies Ltd., 2005Performing the following function Load
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-5The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download
viiiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating t
4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) chip that you can update using the provid
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-74.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For changing the basic system congurat
4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-94.2.7 Pop-up windowSelect a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the conguration options for t
4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic syste
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-114.3.4 IDE CongurationF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← S
4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setupSerial ATA [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Serial ATA function. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]The f
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-134.3.5 IDE Primary Master/Slave; SATA Port 1/2/3/4F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup
4-14 Chapter 4: BIOS setupTransfer Mode: [Stadard]Allows you to select the mothod for the data transferring if the hard disk supports this feature. C
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-15F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter S
ixAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis use
4-16 Chapter 4: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-17Multiprocessor Specication: [1.4]Allows you to congure the MP Specication revision level. Some operating systems will requ
4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setupItem Specic HelpCongures the MP Specication revision level. Some operating systems will require 1.1 for compatibility rea
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-19*Machine Checking [Enabled]Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]*Fast String operations [Enabled]Conguration options: [
4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.4.2 Chipset CongurationThis menu shows the chipset conguration settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to dis
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-21Branch 0 Rank Sparing [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Branch 0 rank/DIMM Sparing feature. This item does not ap
4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-23F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter S
4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS setupF1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter
ASUS DSBF-D16 Series 4-25F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults ESC Exit →← Select Menu Enter S
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