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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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... Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that the motherboard supports. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. viii About this guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with...
... Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that the motherboard supports. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. viii About this guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with...
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...; Support CD • Recover PRO CD (only support 2000/XP OS) 5. Item description 1. 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. Accessories • Foot stand and screw (1 pair) for vertical placement •...
...; Support CD • Recover PRO CD (only support 2000/XP OS) 5. Item description 1. 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. Accessories • Foot stand and screw (1 pair) for vertical placement •...
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System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 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 Pundit P3-PH5X The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X is designed for buying an ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X! With 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. Close Open 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11 Press here to 8 GB... and powered by ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in -one barebone system with 1066 MHz FSB and up to open the front 5 panel cover 6 12 7 13 14 15 1- Chapter 1: System introduction With these and many more, the Pundit P3-PH5X definitely delivers the ...
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X is designed for buying an ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X! With 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. Close Open 1 8 2 9 3 10 4 11 Press here to 8 GB... and powered by ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in -one barebone system with 1066 MHz FSB and up to open the front 5 panel cover 6 12 7 13 14 15 1- Chapter 1: System introduction With these and many more, the Pundit P3-PH5X definitely delivers the ...
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... USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. *Use and format a storage card according to open the front panel cover. USB 2.0 ports . ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- 1. This LED lights up when data is being read from or written to turn the system on or off. 8. This slot is for a Secure Digital...
... USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. *Use and format a storage card according to open the front panel cover. USB 2.0 ports . ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- 1. This LED lights up when data is being read from or written to turn the system on or off. 8. This slot is for a Secure Digital...
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.... In 2/4/6/8channel mode, the function of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change when you select the 6/8-channel configuration. This port connects a microphone. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- USB 2.0 ports . External SATA port (eSATA). VGA port . Refer to be circulated by the power supply fan. Expansion slots. The fan vent allows air to...
.... In 2/4/6/8channel mode, the function of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change when you select the 6/8-channel configuration. This port connects a microphone. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- USB 2.0 ports . External SATA port (eSATA). VGA port . Refer to be circulated by the power supply fan. Expansion slots. The fan vent allows air to...
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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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Keep the screws for later use. 3. Lift the system cover, then set aside. 5. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Lift the chassis support bracket to a 45º angle, then carefully pull to the chassis. 2. On the rear panel, locate the two thumb screws that ...
Keep the screws for later use. 3. Lift the system cover, then set aside. 5. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Lift the chassis support bracket to a 45º angle, then carefully pull to the chassis. 2. On the rear panel, locate the two thumb screws that ...
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...Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. 2.4 Installing a CPU The ASUS motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in... that the socket box is facing towards you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation or removal. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Locate the CPU socket on your retailer immediately if you and the load lever is shipment/transit‑related. • ...
...Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. 2.4 Installing a CPU The ASUS motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in... that the socket box is facing towards you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation or removal. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Locate the CPU socket on your retailer immediately if you and the load lever is shipment/transit‑related. • ...
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... Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- The socket alignment key should fit into the retention tab. B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the...
... Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- The socket alignment key should fit into the retention tab. B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the...
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this 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.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this 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.
...; •• • •• • •• • • • •• • •• • •• • (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.
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... out with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-13 Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to unlock the DIMM. Do not force a DIMM into the 1 socket until...
... out with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-13 Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to unlock the DIMM. Do not force a DIMM into the 1 socket until...
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Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. 2. 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; Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4. If you intend to the chassis. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-15 Remove the chassis support bracket. 3.
Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. 2. 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; Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4. If you intend to the chassis. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-15 Remove the chassis support bracket. 3.
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... out from the drive base. 2 2 3. Lay the system on how to page 4-6 and 4-8 for an optical drive. Audio cable IDE cable and plug and plug 5. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-17 Refer to the optical drive documentation for details on its side in section "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly." 2. The screw holes are approximately 5 cm...
... out from the drive base. 2 2 3. Lay the system on how to page 4-6 and 4-8 for an optical drive. Audio cable IDE cable and plug and plug 5. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-17 Refer to the optical drive documentation for details on its side in section "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly." 2. The screw holes are approximately 5 cm...
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... in -1 card reader. 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 Locate the lock on both sides of the card reader assembly. 3. To uninstall the card reader: 1. Disconnect the USB cable and plug from the...
... in -1 card reader. 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 Locate the lock on both sides of the card reader assembly. 3. To uninstall the card reader: 1. Disconnect the USB cable and plug from the...
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Place the HDD on the bay. When the HDD screws align with the screw holes and rails. 6. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X HDD screw lock 2-21 Connect one end of the supplied 7-pin SATA cable to indicate that the HDD screws are aligned with the screw rails, ...
Place the HDD on the bay. When the HDD screws align with the screw holes and rails. 6. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X HDD screw lock 2-21 Connect one end of the supplied 7-pin SATA cable to indicate that the HDD screws are aligned with the screw rails, ...
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-23 Hook the hinge-like tabs 2. Do not use too much force when replacing the front panel assembly. 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. 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. 2.10 Replacing the covers After you install all the necessary components on the right side of the chassis.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-23 Hook the hinge-like tabs 2. Do not use too much force when replacing the front panel assembly. 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. 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. 2.10 Replacing the covers After you install all the necessary components on the right side of the chassis.
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... vertically on the right shows the system in a screw to secure the foot stand to the chassis. 5. Align the foot stand and chassis screw holes. 4. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-25 Drive in a vertical desktop placement. Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable, and elevated surface, then locate two screw holes on the...
... vertically on the right shows the system in a screw to secure the foot stand to the chassis. 5. Align the foot stand and chassis screw holes. 4. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-25 Drive in a vertical desktop placement. Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable, and elevated surface, then locate two screw holes on the...