Q: What can I do if I lose my system password?
A: All one needs to do is power off the system, remove AC power, short pins 2-3 of JP14 for a few seconds, and then proceed to return JP14 to its default setting which is shorting pins 1-2 before powering on the system. This is done to reset and clear the CMOS for resetting the password.
Q: What is the maximum amount of RAM that the motherboard can support?
A: As per my knowledge this specific motherboard is designed to use 168 pin DIMM modular which has a maximum capacity of 512MB.
Q: I wish to overclock my CPU does this motherboard allow me to do so?
A: Yes, MX59 PRO II Motherboard will allow you to overclock as it has the ability to support modifications for CPU voltage as well as frequency ratios.
Q: What sort of CPUs can the motherboard support?
A: Wide range of CPUs can be used on this motherboard including Intel P54C and P55C, AMD K5, K6, and Cyrix voltage types single as well as dual.
Q: What are the procedures to connect the fans to the motherboard?
A: You may connect CPU fan cables to the connectors labeled CPUFAN1 or CPUFAN2. Also, a housing fan can be plugged into the connector labeled FAN. Two connectors, namely, CPUFAN1 and FAN do provide support for fan monitoring.
Q: Which memory modules are supported by the motherboard?
A: For a 64 bit wide SDRAM DIMM that is non-buffered amd 3.3V baring the motherboard is said to be perfect for them.
Q: How many IDE devices can I connect?
A: Up to four IDE devices which are connected through two 40 pin connectors are supported by the motherboard, with each channel supporting two devices that are packaged as masters with slaves.
Q: Is there an option to connect USB devices?
A: Yes, there are two connectors that the motherboard has for connecting USB devices to it.