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..., jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. viii About this guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with the system. AH2 barebone system. This guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter provides step-by...guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that comes with hardware knowledge of the ASUS Pundit P1 - Chapter 5: BIOS information This chapter tells how to install components in the system. 3. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter...
..., jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. viii About this guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with the system. AH2 barebone system. This guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: 1. Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter provides step-by...guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that comes with hardware knowledge of the ASUS Pundit P1 - Chapter 5: BIOS information This chapter tells how to install components in the system. 3. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter...
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...; Support CD • Recover PRO CD 4. ASUS Pundit P1 - System package contents Check your retailer immediately. AH2 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • CPU fan and heatsink assembly • CompactFlash card reader • 3-in-1 storage card reader • PCI riser card • 250W power supply unit 2. Item description 1. AH2 system package for the following items...
...; Support CD • Recover PRO CD 4. ASUS Pundit P1 - System package contents Check your retailer immediately. AH2 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • CPU fan and heatsink assembly • CompactFlash card reader • 3-in-1 storage card reader • PCI riser card • 250W power supply unit 2. Item description 1. AH2 system package for the following items...
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ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Pundit P1-AH2. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Pundit P1-AH2. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
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..., Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 6-channel audio. 1.2 Front panel External Internal 1 1 2 3 2 3 4 4 5 6 5 7 6 8 9 10 1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction Thank you for choosing the ASUS Pundit P1-AH2! The ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 is an all-in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the AMD® Athlon64, AMD® Athlon 64 FX, AMD® Sempron, or AMD® Athlon 64...
..., Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 6-channel audio. 1.2 Front panel External Internal 1 1 2 3 2 3 4 4 5 6 5 7 6 8 9 10 1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction Thank you for choosing the ASUS Pundit P1-AH2! The ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 is an all-in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the AMD® Athlon64, AMD® Athlon 64 FX, AMD® Sempron, or AMD® Athlon 64...
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External 1. Front panel cover. 4. 3-in-1 card reader. 5. Power button 6. Optical drive bay cover 4. Headphone port. USB 2.0 ports. 9. HDD LED 3. Reset button. 2. CompactFlash card slot. 3. Press to open the front panel cover 5. Microphone port. 10. Power LED Internal 1. S/PDIF Out port. 6. 6-pin IEEE 1394 port. 7. 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. 8. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 1-3 Optical drive eject button 2.
External 1. Front panel cover. 4. 3-in-1 card reader. 5. Power button 6. Optical drive bay cover 4. Headphone port. USB 2.0 ports. 9. HDD LED 3. Reset button. 2. CompactFlash card slot. 3. Press to open the front panel cover 5. Microphone port. 10. Power LED Internal 1. S/PDIF Out port. 6. 6-pin IEEE 1394 port. 7. 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. 8. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 1-3 Optical drive eject button 2.
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... Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-s p e a k e r Line In Line Out Mic In 4-speaker Surround Out Front Speaker Out Mic 6-speaker Surround Out Front Speaker Out Center/Bass ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 1-5 PS/2 mouse port. 15. LAN (RJ-45) port. 16. The systemʼs power supply unit has a115 V/230 V voltage selector switch located near the power...
... Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-s p e a k e r Line In Line Out Mic In 4-speaker Surround Out Front Speaker Out Mic 6-speaker Surround Out Front Speaker Out Center/Bass ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 1-5 PS/2 mouse port. 15. LAN (RJ-45) port. 16. The systemʼs power supply unit has a115 V/230 V voltage selector switch located near the power...
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Pull the cover slightly toward the rear panel. 3. Lift the cover, then set aside. 2.3 Removing the side cover 1. Keep the screws for later use. 2. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-3 Remove the cover screws.
Pull the cover slightly toward the rear panel. 3. Lift the cover, then set aside. 2.3 Removing the side cover 1. Keep the screws for later use. 2. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-3 Remove the cover screws.
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2.6 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink 1. Lift the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then set aside. Unhook and slide out the metal clips that secure the fan and heatsink assembly to the CPU fan. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-5 Remove two screws securing the blower to the retention module. 4. Set the blower aside. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable. 2.
2.6 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink 1. Lift the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then set aside. Unhook and slide out the metal clips that secure the fan and heatsink assembly to the CPU fan. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-5 Remove two screws securing the blower to the retention module. 4. Set the blower aside. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable. 2.
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Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-7 3. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. 5.
Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-7 3. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. 5.
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2. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you fail to plug this connector. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-9 Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the module base. 5. When the ...
2. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you fail to plug this connector. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-9 Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the module base. 5. When the ...
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Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR2 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-11 Unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the 3 socket until the retaining clips snap back in ...
Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR2 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-11 Unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the 3 socket until the retaining clips snap back in ...
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Insert the card connector to use. 3. Make sure that you intend to the slot, then press the card firmly until it fits in place. Secure the card with a screw. 4. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-13 Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that the riser card connector sits properly on the motherboard PCI slot. Reinstall the PCI riser card assembly. 2.
Insert the card connector to use. 3. Make sure that you intend to the slot, then press the card firmly until it fits in place. Secure the card with a screw. 4. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-13 Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that the riser card connector sits properly on the motherboard PCI slot. Reinstall the PCI riser card assembly. 2.
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If you have the SATA HDD, connect the SATA cable to the chassis. 4. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-15 Install the storage drive assembly to the SATA HD. 2. Connect the 4-pin power plugs to the IDE / SATA and power connectors at the back ...
If you have the SATA HDD, connect the SATA cable to the chassis. 4. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-15 Install the storage drive assembly to the SATA HD. 2. Connect the 4-pin power plugs to the IDE / SATA and power connectors at the back ...
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Chapter 3 This chapter helps you power up ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 Starting up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD.
Chapter 3 This chapter helps you power up ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 Starting up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD.
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ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-3 Click an icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. AMD Cool...
ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-3 Click an icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. AMD Cool...
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... the installation. View the online help for more information. 3.4.1 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is always at a healthy operating condition. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-5 PC Probe II is software-based, allowing you to display the ASUS contact information. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature,...You can also find this user guide. 3.4 Software information Most of any problem with the software for detailed information. 3.3.3 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to start monitoring your computer the moment you are assured that your computer is a utility that ...
... the installation. View the online help for more information. 3.4.1 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is always at a healthy operating condition. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-5 PC Probe II is software-based, allowing you to display the ASUS contact information. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature,...You can also find this user guide. 3.4 Software information Most of any problem with the software for detailed information. 3.3.3 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to start monitoring your computer the moment you are assured that your computer is a utility that ...
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ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-7 When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before ...
ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-7 When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before ...
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... information. Click an item from the left panel to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. DMI browser Click to display on the right panel. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-9 Click the plus sign (+) before WMI Information to the illustrations below. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Refer to display the available information...
... information. Click an item from the left panel to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. DMI browser Click to display on the right panel. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-9 Click the plus sign (+) before WMI Information to the illustrations below. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Refer to display the available information...
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ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 Loads your saved configuration Saves your changes *Available on some motherboards only. Configuring PC Probe II Click to adjust the sensor threshold values. The Con...
ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 Loads your saved configuration Saves your changes *Available on some motherboards only. Configuring PC Probe II Click to adjust the sensor threshold values. The Con...