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... 2-32 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-32 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-33 2.6.3 Security 2-34 2.8 Exit menu 2-36 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Manuals menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-6 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel® EM64T A-2 Using the Intel® EM64T feature A-2 A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST...
... 2-32 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-32 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-33 2.6.3 Security 2-34 2.8 Exit menu 2-36 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Manuals menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-6 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel® EM64T A-2 Using the Intel® EM64T feature A-2 A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST...
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...SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for discrete graphics cards (max. 2Gb/s rate, x4 mode) 1 x PCI Express x1 2 x PCI 2.2 slots Intel® ICH7 SouthBridge supports: - 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 - 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s ports... Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 1 x PCI Express x16 slot for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® 945GZ Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 1066 (O.C. P5GZ-MX specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Rear panel BIOS...
...SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for discrete graphics cards (max. 2Gb/s rate, x4 mode) 1 x PCI Express x1 2 x PCI 2.2 slots Intel® ICH7 SouthBridge supports: - 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 - 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s ports... Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950 1 x PCI Express x16 slot for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® 945GZ Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 1066 (O.C. P5GZ-MX specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Rear panel BIOS...
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...P5GZ-MX specifications summary Special features Manageability Internal c o n n e c t o r s Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD c o n t e n t s ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS CPR (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Fan WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, Chassis Intrussion 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU...) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8 in Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi
...P5GZ-MX specifications summary Special features Manageability Internal c o n n e c t o r s Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD c o n t e n t s ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS CPR (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Fan WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, Chassis Intrussion 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU...) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8 in Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi
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...to run at FSB 1066MHz. 64-bit CPU support The motherboard supports 64-bit processors that provides high‑performance computing and faster memory access required for buying an ASUS® P5GZ-MX motherboard! Thank you start installing the ...CPU in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5GZ-MX motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support...
...to run at FSB 1066MHz. 64-bit CPU support The motherboard supports 64-bit processors that provides high‑performance computing and faster memory access required for buying an ASUS® P5GZ-MX motherboard! Thank you start installing the ...CPU in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5GZ-MX motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support...
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... in case the system hangs due to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of Microphone jack is supported by the front panel audio ports only. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can now talk to your partners on your PC! No need...
... in case the system hangs due to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of Microphone jack is supported by the front panel audio ports only. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can now talk to your partners on your PC! No need...
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B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper‑Threading Technology. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6.
B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper‑Threading Technology. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6.
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... of 1A~2.2A (26.4W max.) at +12V. P5GZ-MX P5GZ-MX +5V SPDIFOUT GND R SPDIF_OUT P5GZ-MX Digital Audio Connector The S/PDIF out module is for the S/PDIF audio module to the fan connectors. CPU, Power and Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of a total of the connector. These are... the other end to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to allow digital sound output. 4. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation R P5GZ-MX Fan Connectors 5.
... of 1A~2.2A (26.4W max.) at +12V. P5GZ-MX P5GZ-MX +5V SPDIFOUT GND R SPDIF_OUT P5GZ-MX Digital Audio Connector The S/PDIF out module is for the S/PDIF audio module to the fan connectors. CPU, Power and Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of a total of the connector. These are... the other end to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to allow digital sound output. 4. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation R P5GZ-MX Fan Connectors 5.
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...1 System Memory Size : 512MB Appropriated : 0MB Available : 504MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS P5GZ-MX 2-17 The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20...the general system specifications. We recommend that you do not change the default setting for better OS compatibility. Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] The default setting S-ATA allows you to the default setting S-ATA.
...1 System Memory Size : 512MB Appropriated : 0MB Available : 504MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS P5GZ-MX 2-17 The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20...the general system specifications. We recommend that you do not change the default setting for better OS compatibility. Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] The default setting S-ATA allows you to the default setting S-ATA.
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... the values. Use the or keys to run. 2.4.4 CPU Configuration The items in CMOS then actual and setpoint values may differ. The default value of this menu show the CPU-related information that cannot support CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Select Screen Select Item +-... Configure Advanced CPU settings Manufacturer: Intel Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz Frequency : 3200 MHz FSB Speed : 800 MHz Cache...
... the values. Use the or keys to run. 2.4.4 CPU Configuration The items in CMOS then actual and setpoint values may differ. The default value of this menu show the CPU-related information that cannot support CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Select Screen Select Item +-... Configure Advanced CPU settings Manufacturer: Intel Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz Frequency : 3200 MHz FSB Speed : 800 MHz Cache...
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... a processor with the Execute Disable function. When disabled, you to use the EIST feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GZ-MX 2-23 Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology [Automatic] Allows you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to use the EIST.... the advanced chipset settings. Set this item is Disabled. The CPU constantly operates at a lower internal frequency when you installed an Intel® Pentium® 4 and later processors that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). Configuration options: ...
... a processor with the Execute Disable function. When disabled, you to use the EIST feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GZ-MX 2-23 Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology [Automatic] Allows you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to use the EIST.... the advanced chipset settings. Set this item is Disabled. The CPU constantly operates at a lower internal frequency when you installed an Intel® Pentium® 4 and later processors that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). Configuration options: ...
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... the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to change the settings for legacy ISA devices. Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [No] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Configure CPU. 2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto] Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit...
... the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to change the settings for legacy ISA devices. Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [No] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Configure CPU. 2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto] Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit...
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... or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0 Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that the motherboard supports. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you to open, view, and print...
... or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0 Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that the motherboard supports. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you to open, view, and print...
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CPU featAures The Appendix describes the CPU features that the motherboard supports.
CPU featAures The Appendix describes the CPU features that the motherboard supports.
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... Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports EM64T. Refer to the expansion card or add-on device(s) documentation, or visit the related website, to update the BIOS file. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www. A.2.1 System requirements Before using...on the EIST feature. A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) • The motherboard comes with EIST support (Windows® XP SP2/Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions) A- Appendix: CPU features See Chapter 2 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for expansion cards or add-on devices...
... Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports EM64T. Refer to the expansion card or add-on device(s) documentation, or visit the related website, to update the BIOS file. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www. A.2.1 System requirements Before using...on the EIST feature. A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) • The motherboard comes with EIST support (Windows® XP SP2/Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions) A- Appendix: CPU features See Chapter 2 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for expansion cards or add-on devices...
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... Setup. Restart the computer. intel.com/info/hyperthreading. Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. The BIOS item appears...-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is set to Enabled. If you installed a CPU that supports Hyper‑Threading Technology. 3. A- Appendix: CPU features Under the Advanced Menu, make...
... Setup. Restart the computer. intel.com/info/hyperthreading. Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. The BIOS item appears...-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is set to Enabled. If you installed a CPU that supports Hyper‑Threading Technology. 3. A- Appendix: CPU features Under the Advanced Menu, make...
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......2-32 Boot Settings Configuration...2-33 Security...2-34 Boot menu...2-32 Exit menu...2-36 Installing an operating system...3-2 Support CD information...3-2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4 3.2.5 Running the support CD...3-2 Drivers menu...3-3 Utilities menu...3-4 Manuals menu...3-5 ASUS Contact information...3-6 Chapter 3: Software support Appendix: CPU features A.1 A.2 Intel® EM64T...A-2 Using the Intel® EM64T feature...A-2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)...A-2 A.2.1 A.2.2 A.3 System...
......2-32 Boot Settings Configuration...2-33 Security...2-34 Boot menu...2-32 Exit menu...2-36 Installing an operating system...3-2 Support CD information...3-2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4 3.2.5 Running the support CD...3-2 Drivers menu...3-3 Utilities menu...3-4 Manuals menu...3-5 ASUS Contact information...3-6 Chapter 3: Software support Appendix: CPU features A.1 A.2 Intel® EM64T...A-2 Using the Intel® EM64T feature...A-2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)...A-2 A.2.1 A.2.2 A.3 System...
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P5GZ-MX specifications summary CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D Processors Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors Supports Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support... list Northbridge: Intel® 945GZ Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 800/533 MHz Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to...
P5GZ-MX specifications summary CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D Processors Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors Supports Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support... list Northbridge: Intel® 945GZ Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 800/533 MHz Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to...
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P5GZ-MX specifications summary Special features Manageability Internal connectors Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS CPR (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Fan WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, Chassis Intrussion 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU...and 4-pin 12 V plugs) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8 in Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi
P5GZ-MX specifications summary Special features Manageability Internal connectors Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS CPR (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Fan WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, Chassis Intrussion 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU...and 4-pin 12 V plugs) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8 in Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi
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...memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with existing PCI specifications. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. This high speed interface... 1-17 for a processor in packets. See pages 1‑15 to 533 MHz. 64-bit CPU support The motherboard supports 64-bit processors that provides high‑performance computing and faster memory access required for PCI Express and ... pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up the PCI bus. ASUS P5GZ-MX 1-
...memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with existing PCI specifications. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. This high speed interface... 1-17 for a processor in packets. See pages 1‑15 to 533 MHz. 64-bit CPU support The motherboard supports 64-bit processors that provides high‑performance computing and faster memory access required for PCI Express and ... pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up the PCI bus. ASUS P5GZ-MX 1-
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... to different destinations. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to buy a replacement ROM chip. eliminates the need to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details...to the BIOS default settings in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. feature of Microphone jack is supported by the front panel audio ports only. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can now talk to your partners on your PC! See page 2-3...
... to different destinations. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to buy a replacement ROM chip. eliminates the need to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details...to the BIOS default settings in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. feature of Microphone jack is supported by the front panel audio ports only. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can now talk to your partners on your PC! See page 2-3...