P4VT8+.pdf

P4VT8+

User Manual

Version 1.0

Published January 2004

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Contents

1 Introduction ................................................... 4

1.1 Package Contents .......................................................... 4

1.2 Specifications ................................................................ 5

1.3 Motherboard Layout ...................................................... 7

1.4 ASRock I/O Plus TM .......................................................... 8

2 Installation ...................................................... 9

2.1 Screw Holes ................................................................. 9

2.2 Pre-installation Precautions ........................................... 9

2.3 CPU Installation .............................................................. 10

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ............................ 10

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) ......................... 11

2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots) ........................... 12

2.7 Jumpers Setup .............................................................. 13

2.8 Connectors .................................................................... 14

2.9 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation ..................... 17

2.9.1 Installation of Windows 2000 / Windows XP ........ 18

2.9.2 RAID 0 / RAID 1 Configurations ............................. 18

2.9.2.1 Guide to Configure RAID 0 .......................... 19

2.9.2.2 Guide to Configure RAID 1 .......................... 20

3 BIOS Setup ...................................................... 21

3.1 BIOS Setup Utility ........................................................... 21

3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ....................................................... 21

3.1.2 Legend Bar ............................................................. 21

3.2 Main Menu ...................................................................... 22

3.3 Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, and Exit Menus ..... 24

4 Software Support ........................................... 25

4.1 Install Operating System ............................................... 25

4.2 Support CD Information ................................................. 25

4.2.1 Running Support CD ............................................... 25

4.2.2 Drivers Menu .......................................................... 25

4.2.3 Utilities Menu ........................................................... 25

4.2.4 ASRock “PC-DIY Live Demo” Program .................. 25

4.2.5 Contact Information ................................................ 25

Appendix ............................................................ 26

1. Advanced BIOS Setup Menu .......................................... 26

2. Security Setup Menu ....................................................... 30

3. Power Setup Menu .......................................................... 31

4. Boot Setup Menu ............................................................. 32

5. Exit Menu ......................................................................... 33

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock P4VT8+ motherboard, a reliable motherboard

produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent

performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and

endurance.

Chapter 1 and 2 of this manual contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-

step installation guide for new DIY system builders. Chapter 3 and 4 contain basic

BIOS setup and support CD information. For advanced users’ reference, the Appen-

dix appearing on page 26 offers more advanced BIOS setup information.

Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software

might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to

change without notice. In case any modifications of this manual

occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website

without further notice. You may find the latest memory and CPU

support lists on ASRock website as well.

ASRock website http://www . a s rock.com

1.1 Package Contents

ASRock P4VT8+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 7.5-in, 30.5 cm x 19.1 cm)

ASRock P4VT8+ Quick Installation Guide

ASRock P4VT8+ Support CD

One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable

One Ribbon Cable for a 3.5-in Floppy Drive

One Serial ATA (SATA) Cables

One Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)

One ASRock I/O Plus TM Shield

One Game Port Bracket (Optional)

1.2 Specifications

Platform: ATX Form Factor (12.0-in x 7.5-in, 30.5-cm x 19.1-cm)

CPU: Socket 478 for Intel ® Pentium ® 4 (Prescott, Northwood, Willimate)

/Celeron ® processor

Chipsets: North Bridge:

VIA PT800, FSB @ 800/533/400 MHz,

with Hyper-Threading Technology ready

South Bridge:

VIA VT8237, supports USB 2.0, ATA 133, SATA 1.5Gb/s

Memory: 3 DDR DIMM slots: DDR1, DDR2, and DDR3

PC2100 (DDR266) for 3 DDR DIMM slots , Max. 3GB;

PC2700 (DDR333) for 2 DDR DIMM slots , Max. 2GB;

PC3200 (DDR400) for 1 DDR DIMM slots , Max. 1GB

IDE: IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;

IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;

Supports up to 4 IDE devices

Serial ATA: 2 SATA connectors, support up to 1.5Gb/s data transfer rate

Floppy Port: Supports up to 2 floppy disk drives

Audio: 5.1 channels AC’97 Audio

LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN

Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing (ASRock U-COP);

Chassis temperature sensing;

CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life

(ASRock U-COP)(see CAUTION 1);

CPU fan tachometer; Chassis fan tachometer;

Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore

PCI slots: 5 slots with PCI Specification 2.2

AGP slot: 1 AGP slot, supports 1.5V, 8X/4X AGP card (see CAUTION 2)

USB 2.0: 8 USB 2.0 ports:

includes 6 default USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel,

plus one header to support 2 additional USB 2.0 ports

(see CAUTION 3)

ASRock I/O Plus TM : 1 PS/2 keyboard port, 1 PS/2 mouse port;

1 serial port: COM1;

1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support;

1 RJ 45 port;

6 default USB 2.0 ports;

Audio Jack: Line Out / Line In / Microphone

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