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Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS P3-P5G31 barebone system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on how to change ...
Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS P3-P5G31 barebone system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on how to change ...
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... washer (x 8) 3. System package contents Check your retailer immediately. Cables • AC power cable • Serial ATA signal cable (x 2) • IDE cable (x 1) 4. Item description 1. ASUS P3-P5G31 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 220 W PFC power supply unit • 6-in-1 storage card reader 2. Support CD and Recover Pro CD • Support CD • Recover...
... washer (x 8) 3. System package contents Check your retailer immediately. Cables • AC power cable • Serial ATA signal cable (x 2) • IDE cable (x 1) 4. Item description 1. ASUS P3-P5G31 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 220 W PFC power supply unit • 6-in-1 storage card reader 2. Support CD and Recover Pro CD • Support CD • Recover...
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The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. ASUS P3-P5G31
The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. ASUS P3-P5G31
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The ASUS P3-P5G31 is designed for the sophisticated. With audio capabilities, extensive connectivity, and Fast Ethernet LAN, P3-P5G31 is an all-in the 775-land package. Close Open 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11 Press here to open the front panel 5 cover 6 12 7 ... ergonomic design allows vertical or horizontal placement so you for your desktop space. With these and many more, the P3-P5G31 definitely delivers the cutting edge technology for choosing the ASUS P3-P5G31! 1.1 Welcome! Thank you can maximize your computing and multimedia needs. 1.2 Front panel The front panel includes the ...
The ASUS P3-P5G31 is designed for the sophisticated. With audio capabilities, extensive connectivity, and Fast Ethernet LAN, P3-P5G31 is an all-in the 775-land package. Close Open 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11 Press here to open the front panel 5 cover 6 12 7 ... ergonomic design allows vertical or horizontal placement so you for your desktop space. With these and many more, the P3-P5G31 definitely delivers the cutting edge technology for choosing the ASUS P3-P5G31! 1.1 Welcome! Thank you can maximize your computing and multimedia needs. 1.2 Front panel The front panel includes the ...
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... documentation that the system is ON. 6. Front panel cover. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are available for a Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard storage card. 12. ASUS P3-P5G31 1- Press this button to the hard disk drive. 7. SmartMedia® card slot* . This LED lights up when data is being read from or written to...
... documentation that the system is ON. 6. Front panel cover. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are available for a Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard storage card. 12. ASUS P3-P5G31 1- Press this button to the hard disk drive. 7. SmartMedia® card slot* . This LED lights up when data is being read from or written to...
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... capabilities to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. Power fan vent. This port connects a microphone. ASUS P3-P5G31 1- Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic...
... capabilities to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. Power fan vent. This port connects a microphone. ASUS P3-P5G31 1- Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic...
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Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-bystep instructions on how to install components in the system. ASUS P3-P5G31
Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-bystep instructions on how to install components in the system. ASUS P3-P5G31
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... from the chassis holes. 4. 2.3 Removing the covers 2.3.1 Removing the system cover To remove the cover and metal chassis support: 1. Set the chassis support bracket aside. ASUS P3-P5G31 2- Lift the expansion card lock to the chassis. 2. Lift the system cover, then set aside. 5. On the rear panel, locate the two thumb screws that...
... from the chassis holes. 4. 2.3 Removing the covers 2.3.1 Removing the system cover To remove the cover and metal chassis support: 1. Set the chassis support bracket aside. ASUS P3-P5G31 2- Lift the expansion card lock to the chassis. 2. Lift the system cover, then set aside. 5. On the rear panel, locate the two thumb screws that...
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...Intel® LGA775 processor package should come with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on your motherboard to the ...Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium® D/ Pentium® 4 processors. ASUS P3-P5G31 2- If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. • Check your left. This system is facing towards you...
...Intel® LGA775 processor package should come with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on your motherboard to the ...Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium® D/ Pentium® 4 processors. ASUS P3-P5G31 2- If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. • Check your left. This system is facing towards you...
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... motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P3-P5G31 2- Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into Alignment key the CPU notch. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on...
... motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P3-P5G31 2- Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into Alignment key the CPU notch. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on...
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R 3. ASUS P3-P5G31 2- Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard.
R 3. ASUS P3-P5G31 2- Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard.
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... cause any problem; The excess over 3GB of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-11
... cause any problem; The excess over 3GB of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-11
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B - ASUS P3-P5G31 2-13 Single Sided DS - supports on pair of Dual‑channel memory configuration. supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or ...
B - ASUS P3-P5G31 2-13 Single Sided DS - supports on pair of Dual‑channel memory configuration. supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or ...
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... retaining clips outward. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to unlock the DIMM. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-15 Do not force a DIMM into the 1 socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction.
... retaining clips outward. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to unlock the DIMM. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-15 Do not force a DIMM into the 1 socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction.
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Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-17 If you intend to the chassis. otherwise, install other components before replacing the chassis support bracket. 6. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you have already installed a hard disk drive, replace the chassis support bracket; Remove the chassis support bracket. 3. 2. Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4.
Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-17 If you intend to the chassis. otherwise, install other components before replacing the chassis support bracket. 6. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you have already installed a hard disk drive, replace the chassis support bracket; Remove the chassis support bracket. 3. 2. Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4.
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... The system comes with Pin 1 on the IDE interface. 6. Match the red stripe on the cable with a 5.25-inch drive bay for their respective locations. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-19 If you disconnected these plugs, refer to the 4‑pin connector at the back of the drive. Lay the system on both sides of...
... The system comes with Pin 1 on the IDE interface. 6. Match the red stripe on the cable with a 5.25-inch drive bay for their respective locations. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-19 If you disconnected these plugs, refer to the 4‑pin connector at the back of the drive. Lay the system on both sides of...
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Locate the lock on both sides of the card reader assembly. 3. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-21 To uninstall the card reader: 1. A B 4. Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in -1 card reader. Disconnect the USB cable and plug from the card reader assembly, then set the card reader assembly aside. Press the card reader lock inwards(A), then slightly pull the card reader assembly outward (B) until the USB cable and plug is exposed. 2.8 Removing the card reader In the future, you may have to remove or replace the 6-in "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly". 2.
Locate the lock on both sides of the card reader assembly. 3. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-21 To uninstall the card reader: 1. A B 4. Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in -1 card reader. Disconnect the USB cable and plug from the card reader assembly, then set the card reader assembly aside. Press the card reader lock inwards(A), then slightly pull the card reader assembly outward (B) until the USB cable and plug is exposed. 2.8 Removing the card reader In the future, you may have to remove or replace the 6-in "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly". 2.
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... the SATA connector at the back of the drive, then connect the other end to the power connector at the back of the SATA connectors. 4. ASUS P3-P5G31 HDD screw lock 2-23 See page 4-7 for the location of the drive. 5. Connect the 15-pin SATA power plug from the power supply unit to...
... the SATA connector at the back of the drive, then connect the other end to the power connector at the back of the SATA connectors. 4. ASUS P3-P5G31 HDD screw lock 2-23 See page 4-7 for the location of the drive. 5. Connect the 15-pin SATA power plug from the power supply unit to...
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Swing the left edge of the chassis. Hook the hinge-like tabs 2. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-25 2.10 Replacing the covers After you install all the necessary components on the right side of the front panel inward, then attach the front panel assembly hooks to the chassis until they snap in this section: 2.10.1 Replacing the front panel assembly To replace the front panel assembly: 1. Do not use too much force when replacing the front panel assembly. Hinge-like tabs to the holes on the system, replace the covers following the instructions in place.
Swing the left edge of the chassis. Hook the hinge-like tabs 2. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-25 2.10 Replacing the covers After you install all the necessary components on the right side of the front panel inward, then attach the front panel assembly hooks to the chassis until they snap in this section: 2.10.1 Replacing the front panel assembly To replace the front panel assembly: 1. Do not use too much force when replacing the front panel assembly. Hinge-like tabs to the holes on the system, replace the covers following the instructions in place.
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... in a screw to secure the foot stand to the chassis. 5. Drive in a vertical desktop placement. Follow the same procedures when installing the second foot stand. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-27 Align the foot stand and chassis screw holes. 4. The photo on the left side of the system at least 3 cm from the edge of...
... in a screw to secure the foot stand to the chassis. 5. Drive in a vertical desktop placement. Follow the same procedures when installing the second foot stand. ASUS P3-P5G31 2-27 Align the foot stand and chassis screw holes. 4. The photo on the left side of the system at least 3 cm from the edge of...