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| Thread ID: 97899 | 2009-03-03 20:45:00 | Motherboard setup question. | minster (9180) | Press F1 |
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| 753053 | 2009-03-03 20:45:00 | As mentioned previously, I am thinking seriously of building a new computer. The MOBO I will probably be using is an Asustek P5QL Pro so I downloaded a PDF users manual from the Asus site to study the set up. All seems good for the physical part of installing yet on reading all the manual there are confusing (at least to me:)) parts after instation that refer to settings of bios and non default applications. What I need to know here is whether upon installing the Mobo (physically) that the defaults will be automatically set as compatible with my CPU and other hardware, at least as far as the PC booting up and allowing OS install? A lot of the settings that are mentioned in the manual are easy enough it seems but for a noobe, are they all necessary. I know it sounds dumb but would rather check here before proceeding and make mistakes. Any advise appreciated ... Thanks |
minster (9180) | ||
| 753054 | 2009-03-03 20:52:00 | The only things you have to change in the BIOS is (USB 2 maybe disabled). Enable it / so it runs at USB 2 speed.. Change the bootdisk to the hdd with something on it (after you install whatever on it). Change the time/date/year. And disable the floppy (if you dont have one) Some people change Plug and Play to Yes in the BIOS (Well I do) You may have to change Audio from AC97 to HD Audio (If the front of the case youre using supports it (if you want HD Audio) Thats it. Everything else should stay at default settings (unless you want to overclock, if you know what youre doing). Then save the settings One reason why (If you assemble a system, it doesnt work), is if the BIOS doesnt support the CPU thats on the mobo. You need to flash it (you may have to go back to the shop and ask them) to put a lower spec CPU in. Then flash it, then put your CPU back in. Another is, you didnt put the ATX 12v connector in the header on the mobo Non default applications like what??? Applications dont run in the BIOS, they run in Windows Most of the drivers (for the hardware on the mobo, is on the cd that comes with it). Install Windows, the chipset drivers / drivers etc.. If you decide to change something like the videocard. Get the drivers from the maker's site, NOT from the Windowsupdate site |
Speedy Gonzales (78) | ||
| 753055 | 2009-03-03 20:55:00 | Thanks Speedy, I believe that the CPU will be Intel Pentium E5200 2.5GHz 2M. |
minster (9180) | ||
| 753056 | 2009-03-03 21:04:00 | Just as long as the BIOS on the mobo (when you get it) is 0410 (in bold) Pentium Dual Core E5200 (2.50GHz,800FSB,L2:2MB,rev.M0) ALL 0410 According to the ASUS site, it should work Just follow the manual (when you assemble it). And you cant go wrong Also remember to put spacers in (between the mobo and the case). Or else you'll short it out. When you put the mobo in the case |
Speedy Gonzales (78) | ||
| 753057 | 2009-03-03 23:25:00 | Thanks again:) Funny you should say that about the spacers (That was my next question) Reading the manual, it says, 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place six (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. ..No mention of spacers, that's why this can be a concern for a noobe like me:) |
minster (9180) | ||
| 753058 | 2009-03-03 23:37:00 | 2.2.4 Screw holes Place six (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. ..No mention of spacers, that's why this can be a concern for a noobe like me:) The case will most likely have some form of standoff or spacer built in. You'd only have to worry about spacers if the mounting screw locations weren't raised up enough to stop component leads on the back of the board from touching the chassis. |
PaulD (232) | ||
| 753059 | 2009-03-04 00:22:00 | The risers come the the case. Or not - some cases have raised bits instead of risers. Just check what screws and bits are with the case, insert risers after checking the holes in the MB - where they will match up, insert the backplate that comes with the MB. Oh and put the CPU and HSF in before you put the MB in the case - its easier. |
pctek (84) | ||
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