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Pundit P3-PH5X ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) Download the latest manual from the ASUS website: www.asus.com
Pundit P3-PH5X ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) Download the latest manual from the ASUS website: www.asus.com
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Chapter 1: System introduction This chapter gives a general description of personal computers. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system. Chapter 5: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install components in the system. 3. This guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: 1. ...
Chapter 1: System introduction This chapter gives a general description of personal computers. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system. Chapter 5: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install components in the system. 3. This guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: 1. ...
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... and screw (1 pair) for vertical placement • Rubber stand (x 4) for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your Pundit P3-PH5X system package for horizontal placement • Hard disk drive screw (x 8) • Optical drive screw (x 2) • Rubber washer (x 8) 3. Quick Installation Guide System package contents Check your...
... and screw (1 pair) for vertical placement • Rubber stand (x 4) for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your Pundit P3-PH5X system package for horizontal placement • Hard disk drive screw (x 8) • Optical drive screw (x 2) • Rubber washer (x 8) 3. Quick Installation Guide System package contents Check your...
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
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... package with powerful and flexible features. The system's ergonomic design allows vertical or horizontal placement so you for buying an ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X! Thank you can maximize your computing and multimedia needs. 1.2 Front panel The front panel includes the front panel cover,...up to open the front 5 panel cover 6 12 7 13 14 15 1- Chapter 1: System introduction ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X is designed for your desktop space. With these and many more, the Pundit P3-PH5X definitely delivers the cutting edge technology for the sophisticated. Close Open 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11...
... package with powerful and flexible features. The system's ergonomic design allows vertical or horizontal placement so you for buying an ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X! Thank you can maximize your computing and multimedia needs. 1.2 Front panel The front panel includes the front panel cover,...up to open the front 5 panel cover 6 12 7 13 14 15 1- Chapter 1: System introduction ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X is designed for your desktop space. With these and many more, the Pundit P3-PH5X definitely delivers the cutting edge technology for the sophisticated. Close Open 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11...
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..., and other PC devices. 15. Card reader LED. 1. Press this button to the hard disk drive. 7. Memory Stick®/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot*. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1-
..., and other PC devices. 15. Card reader LED. 1. Press this button to the hard disk drive. 7. Memory Stick®/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot*. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1-
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... vent. Connects a VGA monitor. 16. Side Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. 18. Side Speaker Out - ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- VGA port . The fan vent allows air to an external SATA box or a Serial ATA port multiplier. 15. USB 2.0 ports . In 2/4/6/8channel mode, the...
... vent. Connects a VGA monitor. 16. Side Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. 18. Side Speaker Out - ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- VGA port . The fan vent allows air to an external SATA box or a Serial ATA port multiplier. 15. USB 2.0 ports . In 2/4/6/8channel mode, the...
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-bystep instructions on how to install components in the system.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-bystep instructions on how to install components in the system.
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... support bracket aside. Lift the expansion card lock to a 90º-100º angle. 6. Lift the system cover, then set aside. 5. Remove the cover screws. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- 2.3 Removing the covers 2.3.1 Removing the system cover To remove the cover and metal chassis support: 1.
... support bracket aside. Lift the expansion card lock to a 90º-100º angle. 6. Lift the system cover, then set aside. 5. Remove the cover screws. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- 2.3 Removing the covers 2.3.1 Removing the system cover To remove the cover and metal chassis support: 1.
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...the retention mechanism. P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- 2.4 Installing a CPU The ASUS motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow ...• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts/motherboard components. Contact your left. Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard.
...the retention mechanism. P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- 2.4 Installing a CPU The ASUS motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow ...• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts/motherboard components. Contact your left. Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard.
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... the socket and damaging the CPU! Close the load plate (A), then push A the load lever (B) until it snaps into Alignment key the CPU notch. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Gold triangle mark 6. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the Appendix for more information on the bottom‑left corner of the...
... the socket and damaging the CPU! Close the load plate (A), then push A the load lever (B) until it snaps into Alignment key the CPU notch. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Gold triangle mark 6. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the Appendix for more information on the bottom‑left corner of the...
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CPU_FAN P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5B-VM R 3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard.
CPU_FAN P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5B-VM R 3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard.
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...; •• • •• • • • •• • •• • •• • (continued on the next page) ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-11 Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for use with this motherboard. DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following tables list the memory...
...; •• • •• • • • •• • •• • •• • (continued on the next page) ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-11 Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for use with this motherboard. DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following tables list the memory...
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... press the retaining clips outward to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.5.3 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-13 To install a DIMM: 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe...
... press the retaining clips outward to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.5.3 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-13 To install a DIMM: 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe...
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Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you have already installed a hard disk drive, replace the chassis support bracket; otherwise, install other components before replacing the chassis support bracket. 6. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-15 If you intend to the chassis. 2. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. Remove the chassis support bracket. 3.
Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you have already installed a hard disk drive, replace the chassis support bracket; otherwise, install other components before replacing the chassis support bracket. 6. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-15 If you intend to the chassis. 2. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. Remove the chassis support bracket. 3.
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... drive. Lay the system on the IDE interface. 6. Match the red stripe on the cable with a 5.25-inch drive bay for their respective locations. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-17 Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in a flat and stable surface. 4. Carefully pull the IDE and audio cables and plugs out from...
... drive. Lay the system on the IDE interface. 6. Match the red stripe on the cable with a 5.25-inch drive bay for their respective locations. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-17 Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in a flat and stable surface. 4. Carefully pull the IDE and audio cables and plugs out from...
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... the card reader: 1. A B 4. Press the card reader lock inwards(A), then slightly pull the card reader assembly outward (B) until the USB cable and plug is exposed. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-19
... the card reader: 1. A B 4. Press the card reader lock inwards(A), then slightly pull the card reader assembly outward (B) until the USB cable and plug is exposed. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-19
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... the other end to a SATA connector on the motherboard. The HDD screw lock clicks to the SATA connector at the back of the SATA connectors. 4. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X HDD screw lock 2-21 3.
... the other end to a SATA connector on the motherboard. The HDD screw lock clicks to the SATA connector at the back of the SATA connectors. 4. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X HDD screw lock 2-21 3.
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-23 Hinge-like tabs 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. Hook the hinge-like tabs 2. Swing the left edge of the chassis. 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 holes on the system, replace the covers following the instructions in place.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-23 Hinge-like tabs 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. Hook the hinge-like tabs 2. Swing the left edge of the chassis. 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 holes on the system, replace the covers following the instructions in place.
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... locate two screw holes on the left side of the system at least 3 cm from the edge of the system. 2. The photo on your desktop. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-25 Drive in a vertical desktop placement.
... locate two screw holes on the left side of the system at least 3 cm from the edge of the system. 2. The photo on your desktop. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-25 Drive in a vertical desktop placement.