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...on it another standout in the long line of advanced features. Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P4V8X-MX motherboard Cables 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Serial ATA / Power cable 1 x Floppy Disk Drive cable Accessories I/O ... interface specification that enables enhanced graphics performance with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P4V8X-MX motherboard! See page 1-14 for functionality and value. Integrated Graphics The VIA P4M800 delivers powerful integrated 2D and 3D graphics ...
...on it another standout in the long line of advanced features. Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P4V8X-MX motherboard Cables 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Serial ATA / Power cable 1 x Floppy Disk Drive cable Accessories I/O ... interface specification that enables enhanced graphics performance with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P4V8X-MX motherboard! See page 1-14 for functionality and value. Integrated Graphics The VIA P4M800 delivers powerful integrated 2D and 3D graphics ...
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... Fast Ethernet controller is embedded in a support CD. Users can amend the CPU setting again. ASUS MyLogo 2 You can update BIOS before entering operating system. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-3 Backwards compatible with the legacy Parallel ATA (See page 1-19 for next generation components and... peripherals. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With ASUS EZ Flash, you a fast and reliable connection to clear CMOS...
... Fast Ethernet controller is embedded in a support CD. Users can amend the CPU setting again. ASUS MyLogo 2 You can update BIOS before entering operating system. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-3 Backwards compatible with the legacy Parallel ATA (See page 1-19 for next generation components and... peripherals. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With ASUS EZ Flash, you a fast and reliable connection to clear CMOS...
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... RJ-45 CHA_FAN VIA P4M800 Top:Line In R Center:Line Out Below:Mic In CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power CLRTC FP_AUDIO CD AUX PCI1 P4V8X-MX PCI2 VIA VT8237R PLUS AUDIO SPDIF_OUT PCI3 CHASSIS SB_PWR USB78 PANEL SATA2 SATA1 PRI_IDE SEC_IDE ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-5
... RJ-45 CHA_FAN VIA P4M800 Top:Line In R Center:Line Out Below:Mic In CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power CLRTC FP_AUDIO CD AUX PCI1 P4V8X-MX PCI2 VIA VT8237R PLUS AUDIO SPDIF_OUT PCI3 CHASSIS SB_PWR USB78 PANEL SATA2 SATA1 PRI_IDE SEC_IDE ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-5
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... or triangle. It is supported under Windows® XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versoins only. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-7 This corner is usually indicated with Hyper-Threading Technology 2. Make sure to ensure system stability and performance. 3. R P4V8X-MX P4V8X-MX CPU Socket 478 Gold Arrow Notes on Hyper-Threading Technology,visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading...
... or triangle. It is supported under Windows® XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versoins only. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-7 This corner is usually indicated with Hyper-Threading Technology 2. Make sure to ensure system stability and performance. 3. R P4V8X-MX P4V8X-MX CPU Socket 478 Gold Arrow Notes on Hyper-Threading Technology,visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading...
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... and bus frequency setting in only one direction. DIMMs with a notch so that you obtain memory modules from qualified vendors. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-9 R P4V8X-MX P4V8X-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install single or double-sided 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB,... the DIMM. 4. A DDR DIMM is keyed with more than 8 devices on each side of qualified DDR333 DIMM vendors. 5. Visit ASUS website (www.asus.com) for a list of the module are the same or set to [Auto] ensure system stability. 3. For optimum compatibility, it fi...
... and bus frequency setting in only one direction. DIMMs with a notch so that you obtain memory modules from qualified vendors. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-9 R P4V8X-MX P4V8X-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install single or double-sided 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB,... the DIMM. 4. A DDR DIMM is keyed with more than 8 devices on each side of qualified DDR333 DIMM vendors. 5. Visit ASUS website (www.asus.com) for a list of the module are the same or set to [Auto] ensure system stability. 3. For optimum compatibility, it fi...
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... clips snap back in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-11 Unlocked Retaining Clip A DDR DIMM is properly seated. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM...
... clips snap back in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-11 Unlocked Retaining Clip A DDR DIMM is properly seated. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM...
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PCI slot 2 - - Onboard USB Controller 2 - - - - Onboard AC97 Audio - - - - used - used - - - - Onboard USB Controller 4 - - - - Onboard LAN - - - - ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-13 PCI slot 3 - - - shared - - - shared - - - shared - - - - otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card ...
PCI slot 2 - - Onboard USB Controller 2 - - - - Onboard AC97 Audio - - - - used - used - - - - Onboard USB Controller 4 - - - - Onboard LAN - - - - ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-13 PCI slot 3 - - - shared - - - shared - - - shared - - - - otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card ...
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..., and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Please save all data before you to pins 1-2. Clear CMOS 3 2 R CLRTC P4V8X-MX P4V8X-MX Clear RTC RAM Normal (Default) 2 1 ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-15 Remove the onboard battery. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Keep the cap...
..., and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Please save all data before you to pins 1-2. Clear CMOS 3 2 R CLRTC P4V8X-MX P4V8X-MX Clear RTC RAM Normal (Default) 2 1 ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-15 Remove the onboard battery. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Keep the cap...
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... for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Serial connector. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other VGA-compatible devices. 10. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-17
... for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Serial connector. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other VGA-compatible devices. 10. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-17
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... cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. R P4V8X-MX CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND P4V8X-MX CPU Fan Connectors ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-19 R P4V8X-MX SATA2 SATA1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND...
... cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. R P4V8X-MX CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND P4V8X-MX CPU Fan Connectors ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-19 R P4V8X-MX SATA2 SATA1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND...
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...10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) This connector is 230W, or 300W for the front panel audio cable. AGND +5VA BLINE_OUT_R BLINE_OUT_L R P4V8X-MX FP_AUDIO MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L P4V8X-MX Front Panel Audio Connector 8. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connector completely fit. The minimum ... (20-pin ATXPWR and 4-pin ATX 12V) This connectors are for the 20-pin ATX power and 4-pin ATX 12V supply plugs. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-21 7. This connector supports the front panel audio I/O ports. The plug from the power supply is inadequate.
...10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) This connector is 230W, or 300W for the front panel audio cable. AGND +5VA BLINE_OUT_R BLINE_OUT_L R P4V8X-MX FP_AUDIO MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L P4V8X-MX Front Panel Audio Connector 8. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connector completely fit. The minimum ... (20-pin ATXPWR and 4-pin ATX 12V) This connectors are for the 20-pin ATX power and 4-pin ATX 12V supply plugs. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-21 7. This connector supports the front panel audio I/O ports. The plug from the power supply is inadequate.
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...life of certain system components. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDLED) This connector is for the HDD Activity LED. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-23 11. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED ...cable to this connector. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL R +5V IDELED PWR Ground Reset Ground P4V8X-MX P4V8X-MX System Panel Connector IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. • System power LED (3-1 pin PLED) This connector is for...
...life of certain system components. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDLED) This connector is for the HDD Activity LED. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 1-23 11. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED ...cable to this connector. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL R +5V IDELED PWR Ground Reset Ground P4V8X-MX P4V8X-MX System Panel Connector IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. • System power LED (3-1 pin PLED) This connector is for...
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... the AFUDOS.EXE utility from the website provided by default to store the file. All rights reserved. A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-3 Main filename Extension name A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - To update the BIOS using a bootable floppy diskette. What you see...
... the AFUDOS.EXE utility from the website provided by default to store the file. All rights reserved. A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-3 Main filename Extension name A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - To update the BIOS using a bootable floppy diskette. What you see...
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...64257;le to a floppy disk. 2. To launch EZ Flash, press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). Reading file "p4v8x-mx.rom". ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-5 Reboot the system. 3. Floppy found !" Flashed successfully. Completed. Start flashing... Doing so can cause system boot failure! User recovery ...is found in the floppy disk, the error message "P4V8X-MX.ROM not found ! Checking for floppy... The EZ Flash is displayed. 4. 2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without ...
...64257;le to a floppy disk. 2. To launch EZ Flash, press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). Reading file "p4v8x-mx.rom". ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-5 Reboot the system. 3. Floppy found !" Flashed successfully. Completed. Start flashing... Doing so can cause system boot failure! User recovery ...is found in the floppy disk, the error message "P4V8X-MX.ROM not found ! Checking for floppy... The EZ Flash is displayed. 4. 2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without ...
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...the utility automatically checks the optical drive for this motherboard. Reading file "P4V8X-MX.ROM". Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to the optical drive. 3. Insert the support CD to download the latest... When no floppy disk is found ! The utility then updates the corrupted BIOS file. Checking for floppy... ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-7 Remove any floppy disk from the support CD: 1. Starting BIOS recovery... Start flashing... Checking for the ...
...the utility automatically checks the optical drive for this motherboard. Reading file "P4V8X-MX.ROM". Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to the optical drive. 3. Insert the support CD to download the latest... When no floppy disk is found ! The utility then updates the corrupted BIOS file. Checking for floppy... ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-7 Remove any floppy disk from the support CD: 1. Starting BIOS recovery... Start flashing... Checking for the ...
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... Megatrends, Inc. Enter F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Field Go to configure System Time. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-9 Use the navigation keys to select items in .] [Disabled] [ST340014A] [Not Detected] [ASUS CD-S500/A] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to another. Some of...
... Megatrends, Inc. Enter F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Field Go to configure System Time. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-9 Use the navigation keys to select items in .] [Disabled] [ST340014A] [Not Detected] [ASUS CD-S500/A] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to another. Some of...
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... (C)Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in .] ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-11 Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5...] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in .] [Disabled] [ST340014A] [Not Detected] [ASUS CD-S500/A] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx...
... (C)Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in .] ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-11 Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5...] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in .] [Disabled] [ST340014A] [Not Detected] [ASUS CD-S500/A] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx...
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... in this menu allow you to configure the item. PRIMARY: enables only the Primary IDE Controller. Configuration options: [non-RAID] [RAID] ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-13 DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer...
... in this menu allow you to configure the item. PRIMARY: enables only the Primary IDE Controller. Configuration options: [non-RAID] [RAID] ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-13 DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer...
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... be enabled in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to malfunction. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-15 Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings...
... be enabled in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to malfunction. ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-15 Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings...
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... to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-17 USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to Auto allows the system to enable or...
... to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASUS P4V8X-MX Motherboard 2-17 USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to Auto allows the system to enable or...