ASUS P5GD2-X User Manual
P5GD2-X
Motherboard
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First EditionFirst Edition
First Edition
First EditionFirst Edition
May 2005May 2005
May 2005
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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
Typography ......................................................................................... ix
P5GD2-X specifications summary ........................................................ x
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-2
1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features ........................................ 1-4
1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-5
1.4 Before you proceed .............................................................. 1-6
1.5 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 1-7
1.5.1 Placement direction ................................................ 1-7
1.5.2 Screw holes ............................................................ 1-7
1.5.3 Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-8
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 1-9
1.6.1 Installling the CPU ................................................... 1-9
1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan ..................... 1-12
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan .................. 1-14
1.7 System memory ................................................................. 1-16
1.7.1 Overview ............................................................... 1-16
1.7.2 Memory Configurations .........................................1-16
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 1-19
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 1-19
1.8 Expansion slots ................................................................... 1-20
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 1-20
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 1-20
1.8.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 1-21
1.8.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 1-22
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 .................................................... 1-22
1.8.6 PCI Express x1 ......................................................1-22
1.9 Jumpers .............................................................................. 1-23
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1.10 Connectors ......................................................................... 1-26
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 1-26
1.10.2 Internal connectors............................................... 1-27
Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup
Chapter 2: BIOS setup
Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 2-2
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 2-2
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 2-3
2.1.3 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 2-4
2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 2-6
2.1.5 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, Third and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ......... 2-15
2.3.5 IDE Configuration .................................................. 2-16
2.3.6 System Information .............................................. 2-17
2.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 2-18
2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 2-18
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2.4.2 LAN Cable Status ................................................. 2-21
2.4.3 USB Configuration................................................. 2-22
2.4.4 CPU Configuration ................................................. 2-23
2.4.5 Chipset ................................................................. 2-24
2.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 2-26
Contents
2.4.7 PCI PnP ................................................................. 2-28
2.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 2-27
2.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 2-27
2.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 2-27
2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 2-27
2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 2-27
2.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 2-28
2.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 2-30
2.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 2-31
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 2-32
4.6.2 Hard Disk Drives ................................................... 2-32
2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 2-32
2.6.4 Security ................................................................ 2-34
2.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 2-36
Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
Chapter 3: Software support
Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
3.1 Installing 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 .......................................................... 3-4
5.2.4 Manuals menu ......................................................... 3-5
3.2.5 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-5
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix:
Appendix:Appendix:
A.1 Intel® EM64T ........................................................................ A-2
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
A.3 Intel
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CPU featuresCPU features
CPU features
CPU featuresCPU features
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Technology (EIST) .................... A-2
Hyper-Threading Technology ...................................... A-4
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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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.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
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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 StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian 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 CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.ICES-003.
ICES-003.
ICES-003.ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
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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 adapter 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 safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
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Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read
all the manuals that came with the package.
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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.
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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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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and
configuring the motherboard.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
This manual contains the following parts:
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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports. This chapter also lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform when installing system
components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on
the motherboard.
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Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup
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Chapter 2: BIOS setup
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Chapter 2: BIOS setupChapter 2: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
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Chapter 3: Software support
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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes
with the motherboard package.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
1.
ASUS websites
1.1.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2.2.
Optional documentationOptional documentation
2.
Optional documentation
2.2.
Optional documentationOptional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
CAUTION:CAUTION:
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
task.
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
NOTE: NOTE:
task.
Typography
Bold textBold text
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select
Bold textBold text
Italics
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase
that you must press the enclosed key
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key
key names are linked with a plus sign (+)
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
then supply the required item or value enclosed in
brackets
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
afudos /i[filename]
afudos /iP5GD2-X.ROM
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P5GD2-X specifications summary
CPUCPU
CPU
CPUCPU
LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium®/Celeron® processors
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Compatible with Intel
Supports Intel
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Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T)
Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
PCG 04B/04A processors
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Technology (EIST)
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
ChipsetChipset
Front Side BusFront Side Bus
Front Side Bus
Front Side BusFront Side Bus
MemoryMemory
Memory
MemoryMemory
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
StorageStorage
Storage
StorageStorage
AudioAudio
Audio
AudioAudio
LANLAN
LAN
LANLAN
Northbridge: Intel
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915P
Southbridge: Intel® ICH6
800/533 MHz
Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 4GB of
unbufferred non-ECC 600/533/400 MHz DDR2 DIMMs
1 x PCI Express x16 slot for discrete graphics card
3 x PCI Express x1 slots
3 x PCI slots
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Intel
ICH6 Southbridge supports:
- 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33
- 4 x Serial ATA
C-Media High-Definition audio CODEC
S/PDIF out interface support
Marvell
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88E8053 PCI Express™ Gigabit LAN controller
Supports Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester Technology
Supports POST Network-diagnostic program
ASUS AI NET2
OverclockingOverclocking
Overclocking
OverclockingOverclocking
ASUS AI NOS (Non-delay Overclocking System) feature
ASUS AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner)
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
CPU, Memory, and PCI Express voltage adjustable
Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) from 100 MHz up
to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment
Adjustable FSB/DDR ratio with fixed PCI/PCI-Express
frequencies
USBUSB
USB
USBUSB
Special featuresSpecial features
Special features
Special featuresSpecial features
Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports
Native DDR2 600 support
ASUS Q-Fan
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS MyLogo™
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BIOS featuresBIOS features
BIOS features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
Rear panelRear panel
Rear panel
Rear panelRear panel
InternalInternal
Internal
InternalInternal
connectorsconnectors
connectors
connectorsconnectors
4 MB Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,
WfM2.0, ACPI 2.0a
1 x Parallel port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
1 x Rear speaker out port
1 x Side speaker out port
1 x Line In port
1 x Line Out port
1 x Microphone port
1 x Center/Subwoofer port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x IDE connector
1 x Floppy drive connector
4 x Serial ATA connectors
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Power fan connector
2 x Chassis fan connector
1 x 24-pin ATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector
2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
1 x GAME/MIDI connector
1 x Serial (COM1) connector
1 x Optical drive audio connector
1 x Chassis intrusion connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
System panel connector
PowerPower
Power
PowerPower
RequirementRequirement
Requirement
RequirementRequirement
Form FactorForm Factor
Form Factor
Form FactorForm Factor
Support CDSupport CD
Support CD
Support CDSupport CD
contentscontents
contents
contentscontents
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs)
ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS Live Update utility
Anti-virus utility (OEM version)
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This chapter describes the motherboard
features and the new technologies
it supports.
introduction
Product
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1.1 Welcome!
®®
®
Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS
Thank you for buying an ASUS
Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest 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.
®®
P5GD2-X motherboard! P5GD2-X motherboard!
P5GD2-X motherboard!
P5GD2-X motherboard! P5GD2-X motherboard!
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard ASUS P5GD2-X motherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
CablesCables
Cables 1 x Serial ATA signal cables
CablesCables
1 x Serial ATA power cables
1 x Ultra DMA cables
1 x Floppy disk drive cable
AccessoriesAccessories
Accessories I/O shield
AccessoriesAccessories
Application CDsApplication CDs
Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD
Application CDsApplication CDs
DocumentationDocumentation
Documentation User guide
DocumentationDocumentation
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.3 Special features
1.3.11.3.1
1.3.1
1.3.11.3.1
Latest processor technology Latest processor technology
Latest processor technology
Latest processor technology Latest processor technology
The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array
(LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 or Intel® Celeron
processor in the 775-land package. The motherboard supports the Intel
Pentium® 4 processor with 800/533 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). The
motherboard also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and is
fully compatible with Intel® 04B and 04A processors. See page 1-9 for
details.
Product highlightsProduct highlights
Product highlights
Product highlightsProduct highlights
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
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IntelIntel
Intel
IntelIntel
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915P 915P
915P
915P 915P
The Intel® 915P chipset provides the interface for a processor in the
775-land package with 800/533MHz front side bus (FSB), dual channel
DDR2 at speeds of up to 533MHz, and PCI Express x16-lane port for
graphics card. The Intel® 915P MCH platform is compliant to the Direct
Media Interface (DMI) and supports the sixth generation I/O Controller Hub
(ICH6).
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IntelIntel
Intel
IntelIntel
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EM64T EM64T
EM64T
EM64T EM64T
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 processors with the Intel
EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel
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EM64T feature
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allows your computer to run on 64-bit operating systems and access larger
amounts of system memory for faster and more efficient computing. See
the Appendix for details.
Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep
®
Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)
Technology (EIST)
Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)
The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages
the CPU resources by automatically adjusting the CPU voltage and core
frequency depending on the CPU loading and system speed or power
requirement. See Appendix for details.
DDR2 memory support DDR2 memory support
DDR2 memory support
DDR2 memory support DDR2 memory support
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer
rates of 533/400 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the
latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel
DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost
system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up
to 8.6 GB/s. See page 1-16 for details.
PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface
PCI Express™ interface
PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface
The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect
technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point
serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by
carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with
existing PCI specifications. See page 1-22 for details.
Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology
Serial ATA technology
Serial ATA technology Serial ATA technology
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA
interfaces and the Intel® ICH6. 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.
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8-channel high definition audio 8-channel high definition audio
8-channel high definition audio
8-channel high definition audio 8-channel high definition audio
Onboard is the C-Media CMI9880L 7.1-channel audio CODEC. This CODEC is
fully-compliant with Intel® High Definition Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit
audio). With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/PDIF interfaces, you
can connect your computer to home theater decoders to produce
crystal-clear digital audio.
The CMI9880L CODEC comes with a software application that features jack
detection to monitor the plugging status of each jack, impedance sensing
to determine audio device classes, and pre-defined equalization for various
audio devices. See page 1-26 and 1-27 for details.
S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready
S/PDIF digital sound ready
S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready
The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the midboard
S/PDIF interface. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a high-end
entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio and speaker
systems. See page 1-27 for details.
USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology
USB 2.0 technology
USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the
12 Mbps 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 pages 1-27, 1-31, and 2-22 for
details.
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoringTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoringTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
The CPU temperature is monitored by the Winbond Super I/O to prevent
overheating and damage. The system fan rotation per minute (RPM) is
monitored for timely failure detection. The Winbond Super I/O monitors the
voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for critical components.
1.3.21.3.2
1.3.2
1.3.21.3.2
AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)
AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)
AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)
ASUS Proactive featuresASUS Proactive features
ASUS Proactive features
ASUS Proactive featuresASUS Proactive features
ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a technology that
auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed
only when needed. See page 2-21 for details.
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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
AI NET 2 AI NET 2
AI NET 2
AI NET 2 AI NET 2
AI NET 2 is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet
cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you can easily monitor the
condition of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port(s).
During the bootup process, AI NET 2 immediately diagnoses the LAN
cable(s) and reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter
accuracy. See page 2-21 for details.
1.3.31.3.3
1.3.3
1.3.31.3.3
Native DDR2-600 support Native DDR2-600 support
Native DDR2-600 support
Native DDR2-600 support Native DDR2-600 support
This motherboard offers native DDR2-600 memory support to ensure
superior system performance. With current processors supporting 800 MHz
FSB, DDR2-600 provides the fastest solution for eliminating system
bottlenecks when running system-intensive applications. See page 1-16 for
details.
ASUS Hyper Path 2 technology ASUS Hyper Path 2 technology
ASUS Hyper Path 2 technology
ASUS Hyper Path 2 technology ASUS Hyper Path 2 technology
The ASUS Hyper Path 2 technology optimizes the full potential of the Intel
chipset by shortening the latency time between the CPU and the system
memory.
CrashFree BIOS 2 CrashFree BIOS 2
CrashFree BIOS 2
CrashFree BIOS 2 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.
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
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ASUS Q-Fan technology ASUS Q-Fan technology
ASUS Q-Fan technology
ASUS Q-Fan technology ASUS Q-Fan technology
The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU fan speed according
to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See
page 2-30 for details.
ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS MyLogo™
ASUS MyLogo™
ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS MyLogo™
This feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add
style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 2-33.
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1.4 Before you proceed
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Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard
components or change any motherboard settings.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
• 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
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
•
Before you install or remove any component, ensure
Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the
that the ATX power supply is switched off or the
that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the
power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply.
power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure
power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply.
to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals,
and/or components.
Onboard LEDOnboard LED
Onboard LED
Onboard LEDOnboard LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to
indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode.
This is 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.
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SB_PWR
ON
Standby
Power
P5GD2-X Onboard LED
OFF
Powere
Off
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1.5 Motherboard overview
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Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis
to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage
motherboard components.
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1.5.11.5.1
Placement directionPlacement direction
Placement direction
Placement directionPlacement 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.
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1.5.2
1.5.21.5.2
Screw holesScrew holes
Screw holes
Screw holesScrew holes
Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the
motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towardsPlace this side towards
Place this side towards
Place this side towardsPlace this side towards
the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis
the rear of the chassis
the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis
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24.5cm (9.6in)
1.5.3
1.5.31.5.3
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
Motherboard layout
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
MS1KB1
SPDIF_O
USB1
USB2
USB2.0
Top:
T: USB3
RJ-45
B: USB4
Top:
Rear Speaker Out
Center:
Side Speaker Out
Below:
Center/Subwoofer
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
Below:Mic In
PARALLEL PORT
C-Media
CMI9880
KBPWR
ATX12V
CHA_FAN2
USBPW12
USBPW34
Marvell
88E8053
CD
AAFP
PCIEX1_1
PCIEX16
Intel
915P
CPU_FAN
Intel FWH
4Mbit
I/O
Super
FLOPPY
DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
EATXPWR
PRI_IDE
PWR_FAN
30.5cm (12.0in)
PCIEX1_2
PCIEX1_3
PCI1
PCI2
PCI3
CHA_FAN1
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
P5GD2-X
USB56
USBPW56
USBPW78
Intel
ICH6
SB_PWR
GAMEUSB78
CLRTC
SATA2
SATA1
COM1
CHASSIS
PANEL
SATA4
SATA3
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
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The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for
the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land package.
•
Your boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor package should
come with installation instructions for the CPU, fan and heatsink
assembly. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU
documentation, follow the latter.
• Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is
on the socket and the socket pins are not bent. Contact your
retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any
damage to the PnP cap/socket pins/motherboard components.
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.
• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
•
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket pins
resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/
loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
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1.6.1
1.6.11.6.1
Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU
Installling the CPU
Installling the CPUInstallling the CPU
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
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Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing
towards you and the load lever is on your left.
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2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A) and move it to the left (B)
until it is released from the retention tab.
PnP CapPnP Cap
PnP Cap
Retention tabRetention tab
Retention tab
Retention tabRetention tab
PnP CapPnP Cap
A
Load leverLoad lever
Load lever
Load leverLoad lever
B
This side of the camThis side of the cam
This side of the cam
This side of the camThis side of the cam
box should face you.box should face you.
box should face you.
box should face you.box should face you.
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap
unless you are installing a CPU.
3. Lift the load lever in the direction
of the arrow to a 135º angle.
4. Lift the load plate with your
thumb and forefinger to a 100º
angle (A), then push the PnP cap
from the load plate window to
remove (B).
5. Position the CPU over the
socket, making sure that
the gold triangle is on
the bottom-left corner of
the socket. The socket
alignment key should fit
Alignment keyAlignment key
Alignment key
Alignment keyAlignment key
into the CPU notch.
Load plateLoad plate
Load plate
Load plateLoad plate
B
A
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Gold triangle mark
Gold triangle markGold triangle mark
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6. Close the load plate (A), then
push the load lever (B) until it
snaps into the retention tab.
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with
the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer
to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
A
B
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1.6.2
1.6.21.6.2
Installling the CPU heatsink and fanInstallling the CPU heatsink and fan
Installling the CPU heatsink and fan
Installling the CPU heatsink and fanInstallling the CPU heatsink and fan
The Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed
heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and
performance.
• Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan
and heatsink assembly
• When you buy a boxed Intel
includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
separately, make sure that you use only Intel®-certified
multi-directional heatsink and fan.
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• Your Intel
a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure
that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink
or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the
installed CPU, making sure that
the four fasteners match the
holes on the motherboard.
Pentium® 4 processor, the package
FastenerFastener
Fastener
FastenerFastener
Motherboard holeMotherboard hole
Motherboard hole
Motherboard holeMotherboard hole
Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove
directed outward.
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2. Push down two fasteners at a
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time in a diagonal sequence to
secure the heatsink and fan
assembly in place.
B
A
A
A
B
B
A
B
3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan
cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
CPU_FAN
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GND
CPU FAN PWR
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWM
P5GD2-X CPU Fan connector
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring
errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
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1.6.3
1.6.31.6.3
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanUninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanUninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Disconnect the CPU fan
cable from the connector
on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a
time in a diagonal sequence
to disengage the heatsink
and fan assembly from the
A
motherboard.
B
A
A
B
B
A
B
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4. Remove the heatsink and fan
assembly from the
motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener
clockwise to reset the
orientation.
When reset, each fastener
should be oriented as
shown, with the narrow
groove directed outward.
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1.7 System memory
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1.7.1
1.7.11.7.1
OverviewOverview
Overview
OverviewOverview
The motherboard comes with four 240-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual
Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a
240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are
notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:
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128 pin 112 pin
128 pin 112 pin
P5GD2-X 240-pin DDR DIMM sockets
DIMM_A1
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Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations
Memory Configurations
Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations
DIMM_A2
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR2
DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this
section.
•
For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)
installed per channel must be the same
(DIMM_A1+DIMM_B1=DIMM_A2+DIMM_B2)
•
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR2-533 Qualified Vendors
List on the next page for details.
• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than
4 GB of system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR2 memory
modules.
• Due to chipset limitation, DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips
or double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this
motherboard.
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DDR2-533 Qualified Vendors ListDDR2-533 Qualified Vendors List
DDR2-533 Qualified Vendors List
DDR2-533 Qualified Vendors ListDDR2-533 Qualified Vendors List
SizeSize
Size
SizeSize
VendorVendor
Vendor
VendorVendor
ModelModel
Model
ModelModel
Side(s) Side(s)
Side(s)
Side(s) Side(s)
Component Component
Component
Component Component
DIMM support DIMM support
DIMM support
DIMM support DIMM support
AA
BB
A
B
AA
BB
256MB SAMSUNG M378T3253FG0-CD5 SS K4T56083QF-GCD5 • • •
512MB SAMSUNG M378T6553BG0-CD5 SS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • • •
512MB SAMSUNG M378T6453FG0-CD5 DS K4T56083QF-GCD5 • • •
1024MB SAMSUNG M378T2953BG0-CD5 DS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • • •
512MB Infineon HYS64T64000GU-3.7-A SS HYB18T512800AC37 • • •
512MB CORSAIR CM2X512-4300 DS N/A • • •
512MB CORSAIR CM2X512-4200 DS N/A • • •
1024MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/1G DS E5108AB-5C-E • •
256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 SS HYB18T512160AC-3.7 • •
512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 SS E5108AB-5C-E • • •
128MB MICRON MT4HTF1664AG-53EB1 SS 3WBIIZ9BXX • •
256MB MICRON MT8HTF3264AY-53EB3 SS 4FBIID9CHM • •
512MB MICRON MT16HTF6464AY-53EB2 DS 4FBIID9CHM • • •
512MB MICRON MT16HTF6464AG-53EB1 DS 3TBIIZ9BQT • •
512MB MICRON MT16HTF6464AG-53EB2 DS 4FBIID9BQM • • •
256MB MICRON N/A SS 4DBIIZ9BQT • •
1024MB MICRON MT16HTF12864AY-53EA1 DS 4JAIID9CRZ • • •
512MB Hynix HYMP564U648-C4 SS HY5PS12821F-C4 • • •
1024MB Hynix HYMP512U648-C4 DS HY5PS12821F-C4 • • •
1024MB Hynix HYMP512U648-C4 DS HY5PS12821FP-C4 • • •
512MB KINGMAX KLBC28K-38MP4 DS 4IBIID9BQM • • •
512MB A-DATA N/A SS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • • •
512MB TwinMOS 8D-22JB5-K2T SS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • • •
512MB Apacer 78.91066.460 SS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • • •
1024MB Apacer 78.01066.460 DS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • • •
512MB Apacer 78.91066.110 SS HYB18T512800AC37 • • •
1024MB Apacer 78.01066.110 DS HYB18T512800AC37 • • •
256MB BRAIN POWER BS212-1-256M-MIC-533 DS 4CBIIZ9BQT • • •
512MB BRAIN POWER BS213-1-512M-MIC-533 DS 4CBIIZ9BQT • • •
512MB ELPIDA EBE51UD8ABFA-5C DS E5108AB-5C-E • • •
512MB ELPIDA EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E DS E5108AB-5C-E • • •
1024MB ELPIDA EBE11UD8ABFA-5C-E DS E5108AB-5C-E • • •
512MB Geil GX2 1GB4200DC SS Heat-Sink Package • • •
CC
C
CC
Side(s): SS - Side(s): SS -
Side(s): SS - Single Sided
Side(s): SS - Side(s): SS DIMM Support:DIMM Support:
DIMM Support:
DIMM Support:DIMM Support:
AA
A - supports one module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory
AA
DS -DS -
D S - Double Sided
DS -DS -
configuration.
BB
B - supports on pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the black
BB
slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration.
CC
C - support for 4 modules inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of
CC
Dual-channel memory configuration.
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