ASUS DSBF-DE Series Motherboard User Manual

About this manual

This manual introduces the DSBF-DE Series motherboard, covering safety information, package contents, and key hardware components such as the CPU socket, memory slots, and expansion slots. It also details the proper procedures for installing the motherboard, connecting power, and configuring system settings.

Later sections guide users through BIOS configuration, RAID setup using Intel and LSI utilities, driver installation for storage and network adapters, and troubleshooting tips such as disabling memory managers for BIOS flashing. Appendices contain reference diagrams and utility information.

What's inside

• Product Introduction
• Hardware Information
• Powering Up
• BIOS Setup
• RAID Configuration
• Driver Installation
• Safety Information
• FCC Statement
• Appendix: Reference Information

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What should be done before adding or removing devices to avoid electrical shock?

Disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system or adding/removing devices.

How can memory managers be disabled to allow Phlash16 to run?

Boot from a DOS floppy, press F5 when prompted to bypass CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT, then proceed with the BIOS flash.

What FCC compliance statements apply to this device?

The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, must not cause harmful interference, and must accept any interference received.