ASUS P5GL-MX User Manual
P5GL-MX
Motherboard
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Second EditionSecond Edition
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August 2005August 2005
August 2005
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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
Typography ......................................................................................... ix
P5GL-MX 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 .................................................................... 1-3
1.3.1 Product highlights ................................................... 1-3
1.3.2 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 slot ............................................. 1-22
1.9 Jumpers .............................................................................. 1-23
1.10 Connectors .........................................................................1-26
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 1-26
1.10.2 Internal connectors ............................................... 1-27
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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
2.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 2-12
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 2-12
2.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 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 ..............................................2-18
2.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 2-19
2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 2-19
2.4.2 USB Configuration ................................................. 2-21
2.4.3 CPU Configuration ................................................. 2-22
2.4.4 Chipset ................................................................. 2-23
2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 2-25
2.4.6 PCI PnP ................................................................. 2-26
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
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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
2.6.2 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
3.2.4 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-5
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix:
Appendix:Appendix:
A.1 Intel® EM64T ........................................................................ A-2
Using the Intel® EM64T feature ............................................ A-2
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
A.2.1 System requirements ............................................. A-2
A.2.2 Using the EIST ........................................................ A-3
A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ...................................... A-4
Using the Hyper-Threading Technology ............................... A-4
CPU featuresCPU features
CPU features
CPU featuresCPU features
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Technology (EIST) .................... A-2
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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:
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
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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.
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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
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
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>
then supply the required item or value enclosed in
brackets
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
afudos /i[filename]
afudos /iP5GLMX.ROM
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P5GL-MX specifications summary
CPUCPU
CPU
CPUCPU
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
VGAVGA
VGA
VGAVGA
StorageStorage
Storage
StorageStorage
AudioAudio
Audio
AudioAudio
LANLAN
LAN
LANLAN
LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron® processor
Compatible with the Intel® PCG 04A and 04B processors
Supports Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
Supports Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T)
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
Intel® 915GL
Intel® ICH6
800/533 MHz
Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support up to 4GB of
unbufferred non-ECC 400/333 MHz DDR DIMMs
1 x PCI Express x16 slot (max 2GB/s, x4 mode)
3 x PCI slots
Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 900
1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33
4 x Serial ATA
ADI AD1986A SoundMAX 6-channel audio
Support Jack Sensing and Enumeration Technology
S/PDIF out interface
Realtek® RTL8100C 10/100 LAN controller
USBUSB
USB
USBUSB
Special featuresSpecial features
Special features
Special featuresSpecial features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
BIOS features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
Rear PanelRear Panel
Rear Panel
Rear PanelRear Panel
Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
ASUS CPU Lock Free
ASUS EZ Flash
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS MyLogo2™
4 MB Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,
WfM2.0
1 x Parallel port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Serial port (COM)
1 x VGA port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
6-channel audio ports
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InternalInternal
Internal
InternalInternal
connectorsconnectors
connectors
connectorsconnectors
HardwareHardware
Hardware
HardwareHardware
monitoringmonitoring
monitoring
monitoringmonitoring
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.
1 x IDE connector
4 x SATA connector
1 x floppy disk drive connector
1 x CPU fan connector
1 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 Optical drive audio connector
1 x Front panel high-definition audio connector
1 x S/PDIF out connector
System panel connector
Super I/O integrated monitoring of CPU/chassis fan and
CPU/MB temperature
ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs)
ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant
Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in
Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe II
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!
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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
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P5GL-MX motherboard! P5GL-MX motherboard!
P5GL-MX motherboard!
P5GL-MX motherboard! P5GL-MX motherboard!
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.
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard ASUS P5GL-MX 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.
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
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.
IntelIntel
Intel
IntelIntel
The Intel® 915GL graphics memory controller hub (GMCH) and the ICH6 I/O
controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. The GMCH
features the Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 900, an integrated graphics
engine for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. The GMCH provides the
interface for a processor in the 775-land package with 533/800 MHz front
side bus (FSB) and dual channel DDR at speeds of up to 400 MHz.
The Intel® ICH6 Southbridge represents the sixth generation I/O controller
hub that provides the interface for PCI Express and Serial ATA.
IntelIntel
Intel
IntelIntel
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 processors with the Intel
EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel® EM64T feature
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
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.
Product highlightsProduct highlights
Product highlights
Product highlightsProduct highlights
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915GL chipset 915GL chipset
915GL chipset
915GL chipset 915GL chipset
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EM64T EM64T
EM64T
EM64T EM64T
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Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)
Technology (EIST)
Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)
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CPU Lock Free CPU Lock Free
CPU Lock Free
CPU Lock Free CPU Lock Free
This feature allows you to adjust the CPU multiplier to 14x. Setting the
appropriate BIOS setting automatically reduces the CPU multiplier value for
more flexibility when increasing external FSB. See page 2-22 for details.
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Dual-channel DDR memory support Dual-channel DDR memory support
Dual-channel DDR memory support
Dual-channel DDR memory support Dual-channel DDR memory support
Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the
motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using DDR400/333
DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400MHz memory bus delivers the required bandwidth
for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. See page
1-16 for details.
PCI Express™ interfacePCI Express™ interface
PCI Express™ interface
PCI Express™ interfacePCI Express™ interface
(max 2GB/s transfer rate, x4 mode)(max 2GB/s transfer rate, x4 mode)
(max 2GB/s transfer rate, x4 mode)
(max 2GB/s transfer rate, x4 mode)(max 2GB/s transfer rate, x4 mode)
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.
10/100 Mbps LAN support 10/100 Mbps LAN support
10/100 Mbps LAN support
10/100 Mbps LAN support 10/100 Mbps LAN support
Easy connectivity to your network or broadband connection with the
onboard LAN port. Allows you to play online games without buying
expensive additional LAN cards. See pages 1-26.
6-channel audio 6-channel audio
6-channel audio
6-channel audio 6-channel audio
The motherboard comes with the ADI AD1986A audio CODEC that provides
6-channel audio, audio jack-sensing and enumeration technology, and
S/PDIF out support. See page 1-26 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 pages 1-33 for details.
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
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 1-24, 1-27, 1-30 and 2-21
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 -ure 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
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.
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 MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™
ASUS MyLogo2™
ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™
This feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add
style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 2-33.
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 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.
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
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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.
• 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
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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. -ure to
power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply.
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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Standby
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OFF
Powered
Off
1.5 Motherboard overview
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. -ure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage
motherboard components.
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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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Screw holesScrew holes
Screw holes
Screw holesScrew holes
Place eigth (8) 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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PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
COM1
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
Motherboard layout
Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout
KBPWR1
ATX12V1
LGA775
CHA_FAN1
CPU_FAN1
I/O
Super
PARALLEL PORT
VGA1
F_USB12
LAN_USB34
Top:Rear Speaker Out
Center:
Side Speaker Out
Below:
Center/Subwoofer
RTL8100C
AD1986A
AAFP1
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PCIEX16(x4 mode)
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CD1
PCI1
PCI2
PCI3
SB_PWR1
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DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
EATXPWR1
PRI_IDE1
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
SATA4
Intel
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SATA3
SATA2
SATA1
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USB78USB56
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
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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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
Load leverLoad lever
Load lever
Load leverLoad lever
A
PnP CapPnP Cap
B
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).
Load plateLoad plate
Load plate
Load plateLoad plate
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.
B
A
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
into the CPU notch.
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Alignment key
Alignment keyAlignment key
Gold triangle markGold triangle mark
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!
A
B
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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® Pentium® 4 processor, the package
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.
• Your Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in
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.
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.
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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
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.
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Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring
errors can occur if you - to plug this connector.
GND
CPU FAN PWR
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWM
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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
motherboard.
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B
A
B
A
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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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OverviewOverview
Overview
OverviewOverview
The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual
Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:
DIMM_B2
DIMM_B1
DIMM_A2
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Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations
Memory Configurations
Memory ConfigurationsMemory Configurations
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR DIMMs
into the DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.
•
Installing DDR DIMMs other than the recommended configurations
may cause memory sizing error or system boot -ure. Use any of the
recommended configurations in Table 1.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor. See Table 2 for qualified DDR DIMMs.
• 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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Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations
Recommended memory configurations
Recommended memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations
For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)
installed per channel must be the same to ensure optimum
performance. (DDR_A1 + DDR_A2 = DDR_B1 + DDR_B2)
Table 1Table 1
Table 1
Table 1Table 1
ChannelChannel
Channel
ChannelChannel
SocketsSockets
Sockets
SocketsSockets
Channel A DDR_A1 and DDR_A2
Channel B DDR_B1 and DDR_B2
Table 2Table 2
Table 2
Table 2Table 2
SizeSize
Size
SizeSize
256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Kingston SS D3208DH1T-6 • • •
256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-J • • •
512MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-J • • •
512MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • • •
512MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/512 Kingston DS D3208DH1T-5 • • •
256MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • • •
256MB Infineon HYS64D32300HU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • • •
512MB Infineon HYS64D64320HU-5-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C • • •
256MB Infineon HYS64D32300GU-5-C Infineon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C • • •
512MB Infineon HYS64D64320HU-6-C Infineon DS HYB25D256800CE-6C • • •
256MB HY HYMD232646D8J-D43 Hynix SS HY5DU56822DT-D43 • • •
512MB HY HYMD264646D8J-D43 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 • • •
256MB HY HYMD232646B8J-J Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-J • • •
512MB HY HYMD264646B8J-J Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-J • • •
256MB Corsair VS256MB400 Value select SS VS32M8-5 2B0409 • • •
256MB Corsair XMS3202v3.1 Infineon SS HYB25D256807BT-5B • • •
512MB Corsair XMS3205v1.2 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 • • •
512MB Corsair VS512MB400 Value select DS VS32M8-5 2B0402 • • •
256MB Corsair VS256MB333 Samsung SS K4H5608380-TCB3 • • •
512MB Corsair XMS2702v3.1 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT6 • • •
512MB Corsair XMS2702v1.2 Winbond DS W942508CH-6 • • •
512MB Corsair VS512MB333 Value select DS VS32M8-6 2B0412 • • •
512MB Micron MT16VDDT6464AG-335GB Micron DS MT46V32M8TG-6TG • • •
256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264AG-335GB Micron SS MT46V32M8TG-6TG • • •
256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264AG-40BGB Micron SS MT46V32M8TG-5BG • • •
512MB Micron MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB Micron DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC • • •
256MB Samsung M368L3223FTN-CCC Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCCC • • •
512MB Samsung M368L6423FTN-CCC Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCCC • • •
256MB Samsung M368L3223FTN-CB3 Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCB3 • • •
512MB Samsung M368L6423FTN-CB3 Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCB3 • • •
256MB Winbond U24256ADWBG6H20 Winbond SS W942508CH-5 • • •
256MB Winbond U24256AAWBG6H20 Winbond SS W942508CH-6 • • •
512MB Winbond DDR333-512 Winbond DS W942508BH-6 • • •
512MB Winbond U24512ADWBG6H20 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 • • •
256MB Elpida U24256ADEPG6H20 Elpida SS DD2508AKTA-5C • • •
512MB Elpida U24512ADEPG6H20 Elpida DS DD2508AMTA • • •
256MB Transcend DDR400-256 Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCCC • • •
256MB Transcend DDR400-256 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5B • • •
512MB Transcend 102709-0001 PSC DS A2S56D3OATP • • •
512MB Transcend DDR400-512 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5B • • 512MB Transcend DDR400-512 Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCCC • • •
256MB Transcend 111448-0214 PSC SS A2S56D30BTP • • •
512MB Transcend DDR333-512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822CT-J • • •
256MB Pmi 3208GATA07-04A7 Pmi SS PM4D328D50406EU • • •
DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List
DDR400 Qualified Vendors List
DDR400 Qualified Vendors ListDDR400 Qualified Vendors List
Vendor Vendor
Vendor
Vendor Vendor
Model Model
Model
Model Model
Brand Side(s) Component Brand Side(s) Component
Brand Side(s) Component
Brand Side(s) Component Brand Side(s) Component
DIMM support DIMM support
DIMM support
DIMM support DIMM support
A A
A
A A
BB
C C
B
C
BB
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