ASUS P4S800-MX SE User Manual
P4S800-MX SE
User Guide
Motherboard
Checklist
E1918
First Edition
January 2005
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Contents
Notices ............................................................................................v
Safety information ..........................................................................vi
P4S800-MX SE specification summary........................................ viii
About this guide..............................................................................ix
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Special features.................................................................. 1-2
1.4 Before you proceed ............................................................ 1-5
1.5 Motherboard overview........................................................ 1-6
1.5.1 Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-6
1.5.2 Placement direction ............................................... 1-7
1.5.3 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-7
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 1-8
1.6.1 Overview ................................................................ 1-8
1.6.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 1-9
1.7 System memory ............................................................... 1-10
1.7.1 DIMM sockets location......................................... 1-10
1.7.2 Memory configurations ........................................ 1-10
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM ..................................................1-11
1.8 Expansion slots ................................................................ 1-12
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card ................................ 1-12
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card ............................ 1-12
1.8.3 PCI slots .............................................................. 1-14
1.8.4 AGP slot............................................................... 1-14
1.9 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-15
1.10 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-17
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors......................................... 1-17
1.10.2 Internal connectors .............................................. 1-18
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Safeguards
Contents
Chapter 2: BIOS Information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ............................. 2-2
2.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS ............. 2-3
2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS ...................... 2-4
2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 2-5
2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ............................. 2-6
2.1.6 ASUS Update utility ............................................... 2-8
2.2 BIOS Setup program .........................................................2-11
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen .............................................. 2-12
2.2.2 Menu bar.............................................................. 2-12
2.2.3 Navigation keys ................................................... 2-12
2.2.4 Menu items .......................................................... 2-13
2.2.5 Sub-menu items................................................... 2-13
2.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 2-13
2.2.7 Pop-up window .................................................... 2-13
2.2.8 Scroll bar.............................................................. 2-13
2.2.9 General help ........................................................ 2-13
2.3 Main menu........................................................................ 2-14
2.3.1 System Time ........................................................ 2-14
2.3.2 System Date ........................................................ 2-14
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 2-14
2.3.4 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave .......... 2-15
2.3.5 OnChip SATA Controller ...................................... 2-16
2.3.6 System Information .............................................. 2-16
2.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 2-17
2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration ................................... 2-17
2.4.2 CPU Configuration ............................................... 2-18
2.4.3 Chipset................................................................. 2-19
2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration........................... 2-21
2.4.5 PCI PnP ............................................................... 2-22
2.4.6 USB Configuration ............................................... 2-23
2.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 2-24
2.5.1 Suspend Mode..................................................... 2-24
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support ................................................. 2-24
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support.............................................. 2-24
2.5.4 APM Configuration............................................... 2-25
2.5.5 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-26
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2.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 2-27
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ............................................. 2-27
2.6.2 Removable Drives ............................................... 2-27
2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 2-28
2.6.4 Security ................................................................ 2-29
2.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 2-31
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 Install an operating system................................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information...................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD ........................................ 3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu ......................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu ......................................................... 3-3
3.2.4 ASUS contact information...................................... 3-4
3.3 RAID configurations ........................................................... 3-5
3.3.1 Installing hard disks ............................................... 3-5
3.3.2 SIS RAID configurations ........................................ 3-6
3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk.............................................. 3-15
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
•To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the
existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully
read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
•To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
•Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
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P4S800-MX SE specification summary
CPU
Chipset
Front Side Bus (FSB)
Memory
Expansion slots
VGA
Storage
Audio
LAN
Special features
Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron processors
Intel® Hyper-Threading technology ready
Supports Intel® Prescott CPU
SiS661 FX
SiS964
800/533 MHz
2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2GB memory
Supports DDR400/333/266 unbuffered non-ECC DDR
DIMMs
1 x AGP 8X/4X (1.5V only)
3 x PCI
SiS Real256E integrated graphics
2 x UltraATA133/100/66/33
2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD support
Realtek® ALC655 6-channel audio CODEC
Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN controller + Realtek® LAN PHY
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS EZ Flash
ASUS MyLogo2
Digital audio via S/PDIF out inteface
Overclock Features
Rear panel I/O
Internal I/O
FSB frequency adjustable with 1MHz step (SFS)
AGP/PCI Asynchronous mode with FSB
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
1 x Parallel port
1 x Serial port
1 x Video port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x RJ-45 port
4 x USB 2.0/USB 1.1 ports
Line In/Line Out/Microphone ports
2 x USB 2.0 connector for additional four USB ports
CPU and chassis fan connectors
20-pin/4-pin ATX 12V power connectors
CD/AUX audio connectors
S/PDIF out connector
Front panel audio connector
System panel connector
GAME/MIDI connector
Floppy disk drive connector
2 x IDE connectors
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P4S800-MX SE specification summary
BIOS features
Industry standard
Manageability
Form Factor
Support CD contents
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
4Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP features, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,
SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2, ASUS
MyLogo2, ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall),
ASUS EZ Flash
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1
WOL/WOR by PME, WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0
Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm)
Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS LiveUpdate
ASUS Screensaver
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Anti-virus utility
About this guide
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying
to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
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Chapter 1
This chapter describes the features of the
motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the
motherboard components, and illustrations of the
layout, jumper settings, and connectors.
Product introduction
1.1Welcome!
Thank you for buying the ASUS® P4S800-MX SE motherboard!
The ASUS
technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality
motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the
items in your package with the list below.
P4S800-MX SE motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest
1.2Package contents
Check your P4S800-MX SE package for the following items.
ASUS P4S800-MX SE motherboard
ASUS P4S800-MX SE series support CD
Serial A T A cable
Serial ATA power cable
80-conductor UltraATA IDE cable
Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive
I/O shield
Bag of extra jumper caps
User Guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.3 Special features
Intel® 800MHz FSB CPU support
The motherboard comes with a 478-pin surface mount, Zero Insertion Force (ZIF)
socket for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor. This motherboard supports 800/533/400
MHz system front side bus that allows 6.4GB/s, 4.3GB/s and 3.2GB/s data transfer
rates, respectively. The P4S800-MX SE also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading
Technology and Intel® Prescott CPU. See page 1-8 for details.
SiS661FX/964 chipset
Embedded in this motherboard is the SiS661FX/964 chipset that integrates various
SiS-developed technologies to ensure an efficient and reliable computing
performance.
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The SiS661FX chipset provides a high performance host interface for the Intel
Pentium® 4 processor, and supports AGP 8X, 800MHz front side bus, and
DDR400. The SiS661FX features the SiS HyperStreaming™ Engine that smartly
manages data streams between peripherals, core logic chipsets, front side bus,
memory and graphic interfaces. This technology dramatically optimizes and
improves the entire computer system performance.
Providing I/O and peripheral support is the SiS964 southbridge. The southbridge is
a subsystem that integrates various I/O functions including dual-channel ATA133
bus master IDE, USB 2.0/1.1, Ethernet, and audio controllers. The SiS964
provides LPC and AC’97 interfaces, and complies with the Advanced Power
Management (APM) 1.2 specification. The SiS964 interconnects with the
®
northbridge at up to 1GB/s using the SiS proprietary MuTIOL
bus interface.
®
DDR400 support
The motherboard supports up to 2GB of system memory using DDR400/333/266
non-ECC DDR DIMMs to deliver up to 3.2GB/s data transfer rate for the latest 3D
graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. See page 1-10.
Real256E integrated graphics
Embedded in the northbridge is the SiS Real256E integrated graphics with a
256-bit 3D engine and 2D graphics accelerator with a maximum 64MB shared
display memory. The Real256E integrated graphics engine incorporates the
UltraAGPII™ technology to provide a faster link between the built-in graphic engine
and the northbridge memory controller. This technology boosts VGA throughput to
up to 3.2GB/s to bring clearer and sharper images for your multimedia and
graphic-intensive applications. The Real256E integrated graphics achieves a
maximum resolution of 2048x1536 at 32bpp. See page 1-17.
Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN controller
Onboard is the Realtek® LAN PHY that interconnects with the SiS964 southbridge
LAN controller to fully support 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Ethernet networking. See
page 1-17.
6-Channel Audio solution
The motherboard uses an onboard audio CODEC that lets you enjoy high-quality
6-channel audio without having to buy advanced sound cards. See page 1-17.
Serial ATA technology
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial AT A
interfaces and the SIS 964 chipset. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more
flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 150
MB/s data transfer rate. See page 1-19 for details.
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USB 2.0 technology
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification,
dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12Mbps bandwidth on USB
1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1.
See page 1-17 and 1-22 for details.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in
case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the
need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See details on page 2-6.
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before
loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a
floppy disk. See page 2-5.
ASUS MyLogo2™
This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add
style to your system with customizable boot logos.
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the
BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the
system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system
chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the
BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter.
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1.4 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
2. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal
object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to
avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
3. Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic
pad or in the bag that came with the component.
5. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX
power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the
power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
Onboard LED
The P4S800-MX SE comes with a stand-by power LED. When lit, the green LED
indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode, a reminder that
you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or
plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location
of the onboard LED.
P4S800-MX SE
SB_PWR
ON
Standby
Power
P4S800-MX SE Onboard LED
OFF
Powered
Off
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1.5 Motherboard overview
1.5.1 Motherboard layout
24.5cm (9.6in)
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
COM1
VGA
USB12
USB34
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In
RTL8201CL
PARALLEL PORT
TOP
RJ-45
KBPWR
USBPW34
USBPW12
ATX12V
PCI1
PCI2
Socket 478
SiS
661FX
North Bridge
AGP
CPU_FAN1
P4S800-MX SE
DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module)
SiS
964
Chipset
SATA2
SATA1
Super
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
I/O
4Mb
SEC_IDE
BIOS
FLOPPY
PRI_IDE
ATXPWR
24.5cm (9.6in)
SB_PWR
ALC655
FP_AUDIO
KBPWR
+5V +5VSB
(Default)
CLRTC1
PCI3
CDAUX
USBPW34
2312
USBPW12
+5V
(Default)
2321
+5VSB
USBPW56
USBPW78
SPDIF
USBPW56
USBPW78
+5V
(Default)
USB56
2321
+5VSB
USB78 PANEL
CLRTC1
12 23
GAME
NormalClear CMOS
(Default)
PANEL
PLED
IDE_LED
* Requires an ATX power supply.
PLED+
IDE_LED-
IDE_LED+
PLED-
SPEAKER
+5V
PWR
Ground
PWRSW
Ground
Speaker
Ground
Reset
Ground
RESET
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1.5.2 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.
1.5.3 Screw holes
Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the
motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
1.6.1 Overview
The Intel® Pentium® 4 processor has a gold triangular mark on one corner. This
mark indicates the processor Pin 1 that should match a specific corner of the CPU
socket.
Gold Arrow
P4S800-MX SE
P4S800-MX SE CPU Socket 478
Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and
severely damage the CPU!
Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
1. Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows XP, Windows
2003 Server and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux,
use the Hyper-Threading compliler to compile the code. If you are using any
other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology item in
BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
2. We recommended that you install Windows XP Service Pack 1 and later
versions.
3. Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before
installing a supported operating system. See section “2.4.2 CPU
Configuration” for details.
4. For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www .intel.com/
info/hyperthreading.
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1.6.2 Installing the CPU
Follow these steps to install a CPU.
1. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.
2. Unlock the socket by pressing the
lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°100° angle.
Socket Lever
Make sure that the socket lever is
lifted up to 90°-100° angle,
otherwise the CPU does not fit in
completely.
3. Position the CPU above the socket
such that its marked corner matches
the base of the socket lever.
90 -100
Gold Mark
4. Carefully insert the CPU into the
socket until it fits in place.
The CPU fits only in one correct
orientation. DO NOT force the
CPU into the socket to prevent
bending the pins and damaging
the CPU!
5. When the CPU is in place, push down
the socket lever to secure the CPU.
The lever clicks on the side tab to
indicate that it is locked.
6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan
following the instructions that came
with the heatsink package.
7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the
CPU_FAN1 connector on the
motherboard.
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1.7System memory
1.7.1 DIMM sockets location
The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets.
P4S800-MX SE
80 Pins 104 Pins
P4S800-MX SE 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets
DIMM1
DIMM2
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or
other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both
the motherboard and the components.
When installing long AGP cards, it is recommended to install the memory
modules first. Long AGP cards, when installed, may interfere with the memory
sockets.
1.7.2 Memory configurations
You may install 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB DDR DIMMs into the
DIMM sockets.
Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors. Refer to the Qualified
DDR400 vendors list next page. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the
latest DDR Qualified Vendors List.
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Table 1 Qualified DDR400 vendors list
This table lists the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for use
with this motherboard.
Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component A B
256 CORSAIR CMX256A-3200LL DDR400 N/A DS N/A V V
256 CORSAIR VS256MB400 N/A SS VS32M8-5 2B0409 V V
512 CORSAIR VS512MB400 N/A DS VS32M8-5 2B0412 V V
512 CORSAIR CMX512-3200LL DDR400 N/A DS N/A V V
256 HYNIX HYMD232646B8J-D43 HYNIX SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 V V
256 HYNIX HYMD232646D8J-D43 AA HYNIX SS HY5DU56822DT-D43 V V
256 INFINEON HYS64D32300GU-5-C INFINEON SS HYB25D256800CE-5-C V V
256 INFINEON HYS64D32300HU-5-C INFINEON SS HYB25D256800CE-5C V V
512 INFINEON HYS64D64320GU-5-B N/A DS HYB25D256800BT-5B V V
256 KINGSTON VALUERAM KVR400X64C3A/256 N/A SS D32080HIT-5 V V
256 KINGSTON VALUERAM KVR400X64C3A/256 WINBOND SS W942508BH-5 V V
512 KINGSTON KVR400X64C3A/512 N/A DS D32080HIT-5 V
512 KINGSTON
512 KINGSTON V ALUERAM KVR400X72C3A/512 N/A DS V58C2256804SAT5 V
1G KINGSTON VALUERAM KVR400X64C3A/1G INFINEON DS HYB25D512800BE-5B V
256 MICRON MT8VDDT3264AG-40BGB N/A SS MT46V32M8TG-5BG V V
512 MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BC4 N/A DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC V V
512 MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BGB N/A DS MT46V32M8TG-5BG V
512 MICRON MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB N/A DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC V V
256 SAMSUNG M368L3223FTN-CCC SAMSUNG SS K4H560838F-TCCC V V
512 SAMSUNG M368L6423FTN-CCC SAMSUNG DS K4H560838F-TCCC V V
256 TRANSCEND TS32MLD64V4F3 N/A SS N/A V
512 WINBOND U24512ADWBG6H20 N/A DS N/A V V
256 APACER 77.10636.11G INFINEON SS HYB25D256800BT-5B V V
512 APACER 77.10736.11G INFINEON DS HYB25D256800BT-5B V V
256 BRAIN POWERN/A N/A SS K4H560838D-TCC4 V
256 KINGMAX N/A N/A SS V58C2256804SCT5B V
512 KINGMAX MPXC22D-38KT3R N/A DS KDL388P4LA-50 V V
512 NANYA NT512D64S8HB1G-5T NANYA DS NT5DS3232M8BT-5T V V
256 PROMOS V826632K24SCTG-D0 N/A SS V58C2256804SCT5B V V
VALUE RAM KVR400X64C3A/512DDR
HYNIX DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 V V
* Side/s:
DS - Double-sided
SS - Single-sided
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1.7.3 Installing a DIMM
Follow these steps to install a DIMM.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing
the retaining clips outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that
the notch on the DIMM matches the
break on the socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket
until the retaining clips snap back in
place and the DIMM is properly
seated.
A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT
force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
Unlocked
Retaining Clip
DDR DIMM notch
1.8 Expansion slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections
describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion
cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard
components.
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card
Follow these steps to install an expansion card.
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it
and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a
chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw
for later use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
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1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See
Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
Standard interrupt assignments
IRQ Priority Standard Function
0 1 System Timer
1 2 Keyboard Controller
2 N/A Programmable Interrupt
4* 12 Communications Port (COM1)
5* 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering
6 14 Floppy Disk Controller
7* 15 Printer Port (LPT1)
8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9* 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering
10* 5 Advance AC’97 CODEC
11*6 Standard PCI Graphics Adapter (VGA)
12* 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port
13 8 Numeric Data Processor
14* 9 Primary IDE Channel
15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
ABCDEFGH
PCI slot 1 –– –– shared –– –– –– –– ––
PCI slot 2 –– –– –– shared –– –– –– ––
PCI slot 3 –– used –– –– –– –– –– ––
AGP slot shared –– –– –– –– –– –– ––
Onboard USB controller 1 –– –– –– –– used –– –– ––
Onboard USB controller 2 –– –– –– –– –– used –– ––
Onboard USB controller 3 –– –– –– –– –– –– used ––
Onboard USB 2.0 controller –– –– –– –– –– –– –– used
Onboard LAN –– –– –– shared –– –– –– ––
Onboard Audio –– –– shared –– –– –– –– ––
Onboard VGA shared –– –– –– –– –– –– ––
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share
IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will
arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card
inoperable.
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1.8.3 PCI slots
The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and
other cards that comply with PCI specifications.
1.8.4 AGP slot
The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot that supports AGP 8X/4X (+1.5V) cards.
When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with +1.5V
specification.
Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that they fit the AGP slot on
the motherboard.
This motherboard does not support 3.3V AGP cards. Install only +1.5V AGP
cards.
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Keyed for 1.5v
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1.9 Jumpers
1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS.
You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters
by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The RAM data in CMOS, that include
system setup information such as system passwords, is powered by the
onboard button cell battery.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Move the jumper cap from pins 2-3 (default) to pins 1-2. Keep the cap on
pins 1-2 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 2-3.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to
re-enter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC1 jumper
default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
P4S800-MX SE
P4S800-MX SE Clear RTC RAM
CLRTC1
12 23
NormalClear CMOS
(Default)
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2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78)
Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU
stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the
connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 sleep mode (no
power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode).
Both jumpers are set to pins 1-2 (+5V) by default because not all computers
have the appropriate power supply to support this feature.
The USBPW12 and USBPW34 jumpers are for the rear USB ports. The
USBPW56 and USBPW78 jumpers are for the internal USB header that you
can connect to the front USB ports.
1. This feature requires a power supply that can provide at least 500mA on
the +5VSB lead on each USB port when these jumpers are set to +5VSB.
Otherwise, the system would not power up.
2. The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability
(+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.
USBPW34
USBPW12
2321
P4S800-MX SE
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
USBPW56
USBPW78
2321
P4S800-MX SE USB device wake up
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. Set
this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) if you wish to wake up the computer when you
press a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). This feature
requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500mA on the +5VSB
lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
KBPWR
2312
P4S800-MX SE
+5V +5VSB
(Default)
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