Asus CUSL2-C User Manual

ASUS CUSL2-C User’s Manual64
4. BIOS SETUP
4. BIOS SETUP
Onboard AC97 Modem Controller [Auto]
Onboard AC97 Audio Controller [Auto]
[Auto] allows the motherboard’s BIOS to detect whether you are using any
modem/audio device. If a modem/audio device is detected, the onboard
modem/audio controller will be enabled; if no modem/audio device is de-
tected, the onboard modem/audio controller will be disabled. If you have
conflicts with the onboard controller, you may set the appropriate field to
[Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Onboard FDC Swap A & B [No Swap]
This field allows you to reverse the hardware drive letter assignments of
your floppy disk drives. Configuration options: [No Swap] [Swap AB]
Floppy Disk Access Control [R/W]
When set to [Read Only], this field protects files from being copied to
floppy disks by allowing reads from the floppy disk drive but not writes.
The setup default [R/W] allows both reads and writes. Configuration op-
tions: [R/W] [Read Only]
Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8H/IRQ4]
Onboard Serial Port 2 [2F8H/IRQ3]
These fields allow you to set the addresses for the onboard serial connec-
tors. Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2 must have different addresses. Con-
figuration options: [3F8H/IRQ4] [2F8H/IRQ3] [3E8H/IRQ4] [2E8H/
IRQ10] [Disabled]
4.4.2 I/O Device Configuration
I/O Device Config
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Asus CUSL2-C Specifications

General

Form Factor	ATX
Socket Type	Socket 370
Chipset	Intel 815E
Memory Slots	3
Maximum RAM	512 MB
IDE Ports	2
Audio	AC'97
Memory Type	PC133 SDRAM
Supported Processors	Intel Pentium III, Celeron
BIOS	Award BIOS
USB Ports	2
AGP Slots	1
PCI Slots	6
LAN	Optional

Summary

Introduction

How This Manual Is Organized

Explains the structure of the manual, including sections and their content.

Item Checklist

Lists the package contents to verify completeness upon purchase.

Features

ASUS CUSL2-C Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the ASUS CUSL2-C motherboard, including CPU, chipset, memory, and slots.

CUSL2-C Motherboard Components

Identifies and locates various components on the CUSL2-C motherboard.

Hardware Setup

Motherboard Layout and Connectors

Illustrates the motherboard layout and describes external connectors for peripherals.

Motherboard Settings and Configuration

Guides on configuring jumpers, DIP switches, voltage, and CPU frequency.

Component Installation

Instructions for installing memory modules, CPU, and expansion cards.

Initial System Startup

Step-by-step guide for powering up the computer for the first time.

BIOS Setup

BIOS Management and Updates

Procedures for saving and updating the system's BIOS.

Navigating the BIOS Setup Program

Explains how to access and navigate the BIOS setup utility interface.

BIOS Menu Options

Overview of the Main, Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit menus in BIOS setup.

Software Setup

Operating System and Driver Installation

Guidance on installing the OS and necessary device drivers.

Motherboard Support CD Software Installation

Instructions for installing utilities and drivers from the support CD.

Uninstalling Programs

Method for removing installed software using Windows' Add/Remove Programs.

Software Reference

Display Properties Configuration

How to configure display settings, including resolution and color depth.

ASUS PC Probe Utility

Using the utility to monitor system components like fan speed, voltage, and temperature.

ASUS LiveUpdate

Utility for updating motherboard BIOS and drivers via the internet.

Multimedia Software Usage

Overview of using YAMAHA XGPlayer, CyberLink PowerPlayer SE, PowerDVD, and VideoLive Mail.

Appendix

PCI-L101 Fast Ethernet Card Details

Information about the ASUS PCI-L101 Fast Ethernet Card, features, and driver support.

Glossary of Technical Terms

Definitions of common technical terms used in the manual.