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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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... This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on the front and rear panel, and internal components. 2. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system. About this guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with the system. How this guide Audience This guide provides general information and...
... This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on the front and rear panel, and internal components. 2. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system. About this guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with the system. How this guide Audience This guide provides general information and...
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... 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 retailer immediately. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 220 W PFC power supply unit • 6-in-1 storage card reader 2. CDs • Support CD • Recover PRO CD (only support 2000...
... 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 retailer immediately. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 220 W PFC power supply unit • 6-in-1 storage card reader 2. CDs • Support CD • Recover PRO CD (only support 2000...
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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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...audio capabilities, extensive connectivity, and Fast Ethernet LAN, the Pundit P3-PH5X is an all-in the 775-land package with powerful and flexible features. 1.1 Welcome! The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and powered by ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Pentium® 4 ...system and audio control buttons, and LEDs. Close Open 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11 Press here to 8 GB system memory. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X is designed for buying an ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X! The system's ergonomic design allows vertical or horizontal placement so you for the sophisticated.
...audio capabilities, extensive connectivity, and Fast Ethernet LAN, the Pundit P3-PH5X is an all-in the 775-land package with powerful and flexible features. 1.1 Welcome! The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and powered by ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Pentium® 4 ...system and audio control buttons, and LEDs. Close Open 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11 Press here to 8 GB system memory. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X is designed for buying an ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X! The system's ergonomic design allows vertical or horizontal placement so you for the sophisticated.
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... is for a SmartMedia® storage card. 10. This slot is being read from or written to indicate that comes with a stereo miniplug. 13. Microphone port . ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- Covers the 6-in the previous page. 9. USB 2.0 ports . Memory Stick®/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot*. This LED lights up to a storage card inserted...
... is for a SmartMedia® storage card. 10. This slot is being read from or written to indicate that comes with a stereo miniplug. 13. Microphone port . ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- Covers the 6-in the previous page. 9. USB 2.0 ports . Memory Stick®/Memory Stick Pro™ card slot*. This LED lights up to a storage card inserted...
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.... Refer to the system. 21. Side Speaker Out - Expansion slots. Connects a VGA monitor. 16. This port connects the side speakers in a 4/6/8-channel audio configuration. 19. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- VGA port . You can insert expansion boards into these slots to add memory and graphics capabilities to the table below for connecting USB 2.0 devices such...
.... Refer to the system. 21. Side Speaker Out - Expansion slots. Connects a VGA monitor. 16. This port connects the side speakers in a 4/6/8-channel audio configuration. 19. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- VGA port . You can insert expansion boards into these slots to add memory and graphics capabilities to the table below for connecting USB 2.0 devices such...
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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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... the rear panel until the cover hooks disengages from the chassis holes. 4. Set the chassis support bracket aside. Lift the expansion card lock to release. 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. On the rear panel, locate the two thumb screws that...
... the rear panel until the cover hooks disengages from the chassis holes. 4. Set the chassis support bracket aside. Lift the expansion card lock to release. 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. On the rear panel, locate the two thumb screws that...
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...P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket contacts are not bent. 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 latter... socket contacts/motherboard components. Locate the CPU socket on your motherboard to ensure that the socket box is on the motherboard. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Contact your retailer immediately if you and the load lever is facing towards you see any damage to the socket contacts ...
...P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket contacts are not bent. 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 latter... socket contacts/motherboard components. Locate the CPU socket on your motherboard to ensure that the socket box is on the motherboard. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Contact your retailer immediately if you and the load lever is facing towards you see any damage to the socket contacts ...
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... features. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom‑left corner of the socket. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- The socket alignment key should fit into Alignment key the CPU notch. The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel®...
... features. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom‑left corner of the socket. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- The socket alignment key should fit into Alignment key the CPU notch. The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel®...
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- CPU_FAN P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 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 connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- CPU_FAN P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 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 connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
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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 modules that have ...; •• • •• • •• • • • •• • •• • •• • (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 modules that have ...; •• • •• • •• • • • •• • •• • •• • (continued on the next page) ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-11
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... install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.5.3 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-13 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM...
... install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.5.3 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-13 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM...
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If you intend to the chassis. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you have already installed a hard disk drive, replace the chassis support bracket; ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-15 2. Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4. Remove the chassis support bracket. 3. otherwise, install other components before replacing the chassis support bracket. 6.
If you intend to the chassis. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you have already installed a hard disk drive, replace the chassis support bracket; ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-15 2. Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4. Remove the chassis support bracket. 3. otherwise, install other components before replacing the chassis support bracket. 6.
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... of the drive. If you plan to install an IDE hard disk drive, set the drive as a slave device before installing it to the system. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-17 2.7 Installing an optical drive The system comes with Pin 1 on its side in section "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly." 2. Drive a screw on the top...
... of the drive. If you plan to install an IDE hard disk drive, set the drive as a slave device before installing it to the system. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-17 2.7 Installing an optical drive The system comes with Pin 1 on its side in section "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly." 2. Drive a screw on the top...
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... front panel assembly following the instructions in -1 card reader. Locate the lock on both sides of the card reader assembly. 3. A B 4. To uninstall the card reader: 1. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-19 Press the card reader lock inwards(A), then slightly pull the card reader assembly outward (B) until the USB cable and plug is exposed. Disconnect the...
... front panel assembly following the instructions in -1 card reader. Locate the lock on both sides of the card reader assembly. 3. A B 4. To uninstall the card reader: 1. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-19 Press the card reader lock inwards(A), then slightly pull the card reader assembly outward (B) until the USB cable and plug is exposed. Disconnect the...
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... the other end to indicate that the HDD screws are aligned with the screw rails, push the drive carefully until it is properly in place. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X HDD screw lock 2-21 Place the HDD on the motherboard. 3. When the HDD screws align with the screw holes and rails. 6. Connect one end of...
... the other end to indicate that the HDD screws are aligned with the screw rails, push the drive carefully until it is properly in place. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X HDD screw lock 2-21 Place the HDD on the motherboard. 3. When the HDD screws align with the screw holes and rails. 6. Connect one end of...
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Do not use too much force when replacing the front panel assembly. 2.10 Replacing the covers After you install all the necessary components on the right side of the chassis. Swing the left edge 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. Hook the hinge-like tabs 2.
Do not use too much force when replacing the front panel assembly. 2.10 Replacing the covers After you install all the necessary components on the right side of the chassis. Swing the left edge 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. Hook the hinge-like tabs 2.
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... system at least 3 cm from the edge of the system. 2. To install the foot stands: 1. Extend the left side of the surface to the chassis. 5. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-25 Drive in a vertical desktop placement. Follow the same procedures when installing the second foot stand. The photo on your desktop.
... system at least 3 cm from the edge of the system. 2. To install the foot stands: 1. Extend the left side of the surface to the chassis. 5. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-25 Drive in a vertical desktop placement. Follow the same procedures when installing the second foot stand. The photo on your desktop.