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About this document. • Index This part contains an alphabetical list of the P4B-FX motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and gives information on the BIOS ...also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. • Glossary This part lists the technical terms that you need when installing the ASUS P4B-FX motherboard.
About this document. • Index This part contains an alphabetical list of the P4B-FX motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and gives information on the BIOS ...also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. • Glossary This part lists the technical terms that you need when installing the ASUS P4B-FX motherboard.
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Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of the P4B-FX motherboard.
Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of the P4B-FX motherboard.
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... the above items is damaged or missing, contact your P4B-FX package for the following items. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard (Flex-ATX form factor: 9.0 x 7.5 inches) ASUS P4B-FX support CD ASUS 2-port USB module 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA/33/66/100 IDE drives Ribbon cable for buying the ASUS® P4B-FX motherboard! The ASUS P4B-FX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technology...
... the above items is damaged or missing, contact your P4B-FX package for the following items. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard (Flex-ATX form factor: 9.0 x 7.5 inches) ASUS P4B-FX support CD ASUS 2-port USB module 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA/33/66/100 IDE drives Ribbon cable for buying the ASUS® P4B-FX motherboard! The ASUS P4B-FX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technology...
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... may damage the board and its physical configuration and available features. This will also help you install the P4B-FX motherboard, take some time to the succeeding pages for detailed information on these components. 1.3.1 Identifying the motherboard components 4 3 2 1 5 67 8 9 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12...
... may damage the board and its physical configuration and available features. This will also help you install the P4B-FX motherboard, take some time to the succeeding pages for detailed information on these components. 1.3.1 Identifying the motherboard components 4 3 2 1 5 67 8 9 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12...
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... slot. Referred to as system bus interface, Ultra ATA/100, Low Pin Count (LPC) interface, Universal Serial Bus (USB) 1.1 interface, PCI interface, and CNR interface. 9 ASUS ASIC. This Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports 1.5V AGP 4X mode graphics cards for the floppy disk drive. The MCH along with 400MHz system... allows access to prevent incorrect insertion of the system. 1 CPU socket. This connector accommodates the provided ribbon cable for 3D graphical applications. 8 South bridge controller. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 1-3
... slot. Referred to as system bus interface, Ultra ATA/100, Low Pin Count (LPC) interface, Universal Serial Bus (USB) 1.1 interface, PCI interface, and CNR interface. 9 ASUS ASIC. This Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports 1.5V AGP 4X mode graphics cards for the floppy disk drive. The MCH along with 400MHz system... allows access to prevent incorrect insertion of the system. 1 CPU socket. This connector accommodates the provided ribbon cable for 3D graphical applications. 8 South bridge controller. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 1-3
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... the retention mechanism that comes with the heatsink retention module base already installed. Retention Module Base Figure 1-2 Pre-installed Heatsink Retention Module Base ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 1-5 This purple 6-pin connector is shipped with a boxed CPU. 22 Parallel port. This green 6-pin connector is for a... PS/2 mouse. 1.3.2 Pre-installed accessory This motherboard is for connecting USB devices such as a mouse and PDA. 24 RJ-45 port. You do not have to a Local Area Network (LAN...
... the retention mechanism that comes with the heatsink retention module base already installed. Retention Module Base Figure 1-2 Pre-installed Heatsink Retention Module Base ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 1-5 This purple 6-pin connector is shipped with a boxed CPU. 22 Parallel port. This green 6-pin connector is for a... PS/2 mouse. 1.3.2 Pre-installed accessory This motherboard is for connecting USB devices such as a mouse and PDA. 24 RJ-45 port. You do not have to a Local Area Network (LAN...
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Onboard LAN (optional) The motherboard incorporates the RealTek 8100B LAN chip to a speedy 2.4GHz frequency. The Pentium 4 processor utilizes the advanced 0.18 micron processor core in FC-PGA2 package for a 2.... applications. The P4 offers optimized performance for up to support 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet networking. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4 Special features Latest processor technology The P4B-FX motherboard supports the latest Intel Pentium 4 478/ Northwood Processor, also known as P4, via a 478-pin surface mount ZIF socket.
Onboard LAN (optional) The motherboard incorporates the RealTek 8100B LAN chip to a speedy 2.4GHz frequency. The Pentium 4 processor utilizes the advanced 0.18 micron processor core in FC-PGA2 package for a 2.... applications. The P4 offers optimized performance for up to support 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet networking. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4 Special features Latest processor technology The P4B-FX motherboard supports the latest Intel Pentium 4 478/ Northwood Processor, also known as P4, via a 478-pin surface mount ZIF socket.
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... Flex-ATX form factor that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis Figure 2-1 Motherboard placement and screw holes ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-1 The edge with external ports goes...
... Flex-ATX form factor that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis Figure 2-1 Motherboard placement and screw holes ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-1 The edge with external ports goes...
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...and do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.3 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any component, place it on... them due to static electricity. 3. Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. 1. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before touching any component, ensure that came with the component. 5. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard...
...and do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.3 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any component, place it on... them due to static electricity. 3. Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. 1. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before touching any component, ensure that came with the component. 5. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard...
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2.4.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely. Socket Lever 90 - 100 Figure 2-5 CPU Socket Lever at 90° -100° Angle Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-5 Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to install a CPU. 1. Figure 2-4 Intel 478-pin ZIF Socket 2. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.
2.4.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely. Socket Lever 90 - 100 Figure 2-5 CPU Socket Lever at 90° -100° Angle Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-5 Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to install a CPU. 1. Figure 2-4 Intel 478-pin ZIF Socket 2. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.
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... installed CPU, making sure that you use only Intel certified heatsink and fan. The retention module base is already installed on the retention module base. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-7 When you buy a boxed Intel Pentium 4 478/Northwood Processor, the package usually includes the heatsink, fan, and retention mechanism. If the instructions in... installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. In case you buy a CPU separately, make sure that the heatsink fits properly on the motherboard.
... installed CPU, making sure that you use only Intel certified heatsink and fan. The retention module base is already installed on the retention module base. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-7 When you buy a boxed Intel Pentium 4 478/Northwood Processor, the package usually includes the heatsink, fan, and retention mechanism. If the instructions in... installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. In case you buy a CPU separately, make sure that the heatsink fits properly on the motherboard.
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Figure 2-10 Fan and Retention Mechanism Installed and Locked 2.4.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable When the fan, heatsink, and the retention mechanism are in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the module base. Push down the locks on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPUFAN. When secure, the retention locks should point to opposite directions. 3. CPU Fan Connector (CPUFAN) Figure 2-11 CPU Fan Connector ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-9
Figure 2-10 Fan and Retention Mechanism Installed and Locked 2.4.4 Connecting the CPU fan cable When the fan, heatsink, and the retention mechanism are in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the module base. Push down the locks on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPUFAN. When secure, the retention locks should point to opposite directions. 3. CPU Fan Connector (CPUFAN) Figure 2-11 CPU Fan Connector ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-9
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... the notches on the DIMM match the breaks on the socket. 3. Figure 2-13 Installing a DIMM Unlocked Retaining Clip Figure 2-14 Installed DIMM ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide Locked Retaining Clip 2-11 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until... the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. Follow these steps to both the motherboard and the components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to install a DIMM. 1. 2.5.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unplug ...
... the notches on the DIMM match the breaks on the socket. 3. Figure 2-13 Installing a DIMM Unlocked Retaining Clip Figure 2-14 Installed DIMM ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide Locked Retaining Clip 2-11 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until... the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. Follow these steps to both the motherboard and the components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to install a DIMM. 1. 2.5.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unplug ...
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...). 3. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. Replace the system cover. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the ...motherboard has three PCI slots and one Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot. Secure the card to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you removed earlier. 6. Figure 2-16 Installing a PCI Card ASUS P4B-FX motherboard...
...). 3. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. Replace the system cover. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the ...motherboard has three PCI slots and one Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot. Secure the card to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you removed earlier. 6. Figure 2-16 Installing a PCI Card ASUS P4B-FX motherboard...
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... an Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot that comply with +1.5V specification. P4B-FX Keyed for one with PCI specifications. When you ask for 1.5v P4B-FX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Figure 2-18 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Slot Location ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-15 NEVER install a 3.3V AGP card into the slot. Doing so will severely damage...
... an Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot that comply with +1.5V specification. P4B-FX Keyed for one with PCI specifications. When you ask for 1.5v P4B-FX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Figure 2-18 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Slot Location ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-15 NEVER install a 3.3V AGP card into the slot. Doing so will severely damage...
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... any jumper setting, make sure to disable the USB wake-up Settings ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-17 The USB device wake-up the computer using the connected USB devices. USBPWR01 12 Enabled 23 Disabled (Default) USBPWR23 P4B-FX P4B-FX USB Device Wake-Up 12 Enabled 23 Disabled (Default) Figure 2-20 ... Set these jumpers to pins 1-2 (Enabled) to wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide at least 1A on the motherboard allow you to change some feature settings to pins 2-3 (Disabled) by default. These jumpers are set to suit your customized system configuration.
... any jumper setting, make sure to disable the USB wake-up Settings ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-17 The USB device wake-up the computer using the connected USB devices. USBPWR01 12 Enabled 23 Disabled (Default) USBPWR23 P4B-FX P4B-FX USB Device Wake-Up 12 Enabled 23 Disabled (Default) Figure 2-20 ... Set these jumpers to pins 1-2 (Enabled) to wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide at least 1A on the motherboard allow you to change some feature settings to pins 2-3 (Disabled) by default. These jumpers are set to suit your customized system configuration.
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The default setting is powered by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. LAN_EN P4B-FX P4B-FX LAN Setting Figure 2-23 LAN Settings 1 2 Enabled (Default) 2 3 Disabled 5. 4. LAN controller (3-pin LAN_EN) (on LAN models only) This jumper allows you to re-enter data. ... (LAN) feature. Remove the battery. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) These pads allow you to Clear CMOS ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-19 Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS...
The default setting is powered by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. LAN_EN P4B-FX P4B-FX LAN Setting Figure 2-23 LAN Settings 1 2 Enabled (Default) 2 3 Disabled 5. 4. LAN controller (3-pin LAN_EN) (on LAN models only) This jumper allows you to re-enter data. ... (LAN) feature. Remove the battery. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) These pads allow you to Clear CMOS ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-19 Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS...
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... its jumper accordingly. Secondary IDE Connector Primary IDE Connector NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the UltraDMA cable connector. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-21 IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRIMARY IDE/SECONDARY IDE) These connectors support the provided UltraDMA/100/66 IDE hard disk...have more than two UltraDMA/100/66 devices, purchase another for the secondary IDE connector. 1. Refer to the secondary IDE connector. P4B-FX P4B-FX IDE Connectors Pin 1 Figure 2-26 IDE Connectors For UltraDMA/100/66 IDE devices, use an 80-conductor IDE cable. The ...
... its jumper accordingly. Secondary IDE Connector Primary IDE Connector NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the UltraDMA cable connector. ASUS P4B-FX motherboard user guide 2-21 IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRIMARY IDE/SECONDARY IDE) These connectors support the provided UltraDMA/100/66 IDE hard disk...have more than two UltraDMA/100/66 devices, purchase another for the secondary IDE connector. 1. Refer to the secondary IDE connector. P4B-FX P4B-FX IDE Connectors Pin 1 Figure 2-26 IDE Connectors For UltraDMA/100/66 IDE devices, use an 80-conductor IDE cable. The ...