Abit PX5 User Manual page 31

Introduction of BIOS
Normally, we do not recommend that you use the "User Define" option to setup
CPU speed and multiplier factor. This option is for setup of future CPUs whose
specifications are still unknown. The specifications of all present CPUs are included in
the default settings. Unless you are very familiar with all CPU parameters, it is very
easy to make mistakes when you define by yourself the external clock and the
multiplier factor.
/ Turbo Frequency:
This item will only be displayed if your CPU external clock supports Turbo
mode.
The Turbo mode allows you to speed up the external clock by
approximately 2.5%. This feature is used to verify the design flexibility. It is
a very important tool for test units to verify CPU stability. Do not use this
feature.
Solution in case of booting problem due to invalid clock setup:
Normally, if the CPU external clock setup is wrong, you will not be able to boot.
In this case, turn the system off than on again. The CPU will automatically u se its
standard parameters to boot. You can then enter BIOS Setup again and set up the
external clock.
When you change your CPU:
The PX5 mainboard have been designed in such a way that you can turn the
system on after having inserted the CPU in the socket without having to configure any
jumpers or DIP switches. But if you change your CPU, normally, you just have to
turn off the power supply, change the CPU and then, set up the CPU parameters
through CPU SOFT MENU™ . However, if the CPU brand and type is the same,
and if the new CPU is slower than the old one, we offer you three methods to
successfully complete the CPU change operation.
Method 1: Setup up the CPU for the lowest speed for its brand. Turn the
power supply off and change the CPU. Then turn the s ystem on
again, and set up the CPU parameters through CPU SOFT MENU.
ä Disable: CPU external clock is operating within the normal
limits.
ä Enable:
CPU external clock is operating within the limits of
the Turbo mode.
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