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... viii Conventions used in this guide ix Where to find more information ix ASUS contact information x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Overview 1-2 1.3.1 Identifying the motherboard components 1-2 1.3.2 Pre-installed accessory 1-5 1.4 Special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-1 2.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.1 Placement direction 2-1 2.1.2 Screw holes 2-1 2.2 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.3 Before you proceed 2-3 2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.4.1 Overview 2-4 2.4.2 Installing the CPU...
... viii Conventions used in this guide ix Where to find more information ix ASUS contact information x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Overview 1-2 1.3.1 Identifying the motherboard components 1-2 1.3.2 Pre-installed accessory 1-5 1.4 Special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-1 2.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.1 Placement direction 2-1 2.1.2 Screw holes 2-1 2.2 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.3 Before you proceed 2-3 2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.4.1 Overview 2-4 2.4.2 Installing the CPU...
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...ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an ... connecting or removing signal cables from the existing system before you are not damaged. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before...
...ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an ... connecting or removing signal cables from the existing system before you are not damaged. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before...
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... 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-MX motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter... • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the P4B-MX motherboard. viii How this document. About this guide This user guide contains the information you have to change system settings through the BIOS...
... 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-MX motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter... • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the P4B-MX motherboard. viii How this document. About this guide This user guide contains the information you have to change system settings through the BIOS...
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It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of the P4B-MX 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-MX motherboard. Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
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... package/Northwood Processor coupled with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your P4B-MX package for the following items. ASUS P4B-MX motherboard (micro-ATX form factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in) ASUS P4B-MX support CD ASUS 2-port USB module 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA/33/66/100 IDE ...contact your package with the Intel® 845 (Brookdale) chipset to get ahead in the world of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 1-1 The ASUS P4B-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technology making it , check the items in the long line...
... package/Northwood Processor coupled with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your P4B-MX package for the following items. ASUS P4B-MX motherboard (micro-ATX form factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in) ASUS P4B-MX support CD ASUS 2-port USB module 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA/33/66/100 IDE ...contact your package with the Intel® 845 (Brookdale) chipset to get ahead in the world of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 1-1 The ASUS P4B-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technology making it , check the items in the long line...
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... specific locations. A brief description of each component follows. This will also help you install the P4B-MX 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 6 7 8 9 265 25 24 23 22 21 20 ...19 18 17 16 15 14 13 Figure 1-1 Motherboard Components 10 11 12 Proceed to familiarize yourself with its components. Refer ...
... specific locations. A brief description of each component follows. This will also help you install the P4B-MX 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 6 7 8 9 265 25 24 23 22 21 20 ...19 18 17 16 15 14 13 Figure 1-1 Motherboard Components 10 11 12 Proceed to familiarize yourself with its components. Refer ...
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... Count (LPC) chipset combines the commonly used Super I /O chipset. Both the primary (blue) and secondary (black) connectors are interconnected through the Intel proprietary Hub interface. ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 1-3 These three 168-pin DIMM sockets support up to prevent incorrect insertion of the Intel 845 (Brookdale) chipset. This 20-pin connector connects...
... Count (LPC) chipset combines the commonly used Super I /O chipset. Both the primary (blue) and secondary (black) connectors are interconnected through the Intel proprietary Hub interface. ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 1-3 These three 168-pin DIMM sockets support up to prevent incorrect insertion of the Intel 845 (Brookdale) chipset. This 20-pin connector connects...
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... before plugging or unplugging devices. 13 Audio CODEC. This Intel 82562ET is a standby power on the motherboard and peripheral devices to deliver high quality audio to the rest of this controller provides the I /O on the motherboard. This Mic (pink) jack connects a microphone. This LED acts as a reminder to a Local Area Network (LAN...
... before plugging or unplugging devices. 13 Audio CODEC. This Intel 82562ET is a standby power on the motherboard and peripheral devices to deliver high quality audio to the rest of this controller provides the I /O on the motherboard. This Mic (pink) jack connects a microphone. This LED acts as a reminder to a Local Area Network (LAN...
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... installing other devices. 25 PS/2 keyboard port. Retention Module Base Figure 1-2 Pre-installed Heatsink Retention Module Base ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 1-5 These two 9-pin COM1/COM2 ports are for a PS/2 mouse. 1.3.2 Pre-installed accessory This motherboard is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 24 Parallel port. This green 6-pin connector is shipped... mechanism that comes with the heatsink retention module base already installed. 22 Game/MIDI connector. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other motherboard components.
... installing other devices. 25 PS/2 keyboard port. Retention Module Base Figure 1-2 Pre-installed Heatsink Retention Module Base ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 1-5 These two 9-pin COM1/COM2 ports are for a PS/2 mouse. 1.3.2 Pre-installed accessory This motherboard is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 24 Parallel port. This green 6-pin connector is shipped... mechanism that comes with the heatsink retention module base already installed. 22 Game/MIDI connector. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other motherboard components.
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1.4 Special features Latest processor technology The P4B-MX motherboard supports the latest Intel Pentium 4 478/ Northwood Processor, also known as P4, via a 478-pin surface mount ZIF socket. The Pentium 4 processor utilizes the advanced ...core with 512KB L2 cache for audio, video, and Internet applications. The P4 offers optimized performance for up to a speedy 2.4GHz frequency. Onboard LAN The motherboard incorporates the Intel 82562ET, a highly integrated Platform LAN Connect (PLC) device that combines 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX capabilities. The bus mastering capabilities permit processing of ...
1.4 Special features Latest processor technology The P4B-MX motherboard supports the latest Intel Pentium 4 478/ Northwood Processor, also known as P4, via a 478-pin surface mount ZIF socket. The Pentium 4 processor utilizes the advanced ...core with 512KB L2 cache for audio, video, and Internet applications. The P4 offers optimized performance for up to a speedy 2.4GHz frequency. Onboard LAN The motherboard incorporates the Intel 82562ET, a highly integrated Platform LAN Connect (PLC) device that combines 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX capabilities. The bus mastering capabilities permit processing of ...
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It includes details on the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. Hardware information Chapter 2 This chapter describes the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
It includes details on the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. Hardware information Chapter 2 This chapter describes the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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... edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis Figure 2-1 Motherboard placement and screw holes ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 2-1 Doing so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.1.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the...
... edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis Figure 2-1 Motherboard placement and screw holes ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 2-1 Doing so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.1.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the...
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The components are optional components. PRIMARY IDE HDDLED 24.4cm (9.6in) 2.2 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 24.4cm (9.60in) Socket 478 CPU_FAN Multi I/O ATX Power Connector DIMM Socket 1 (64/72-bit, 168-pin module) DIMM...AUX Audio Codec Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) PCI1 SMB PCI2 P4B-MX LED1 ® CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCI3 FLOPPY SECONDARY IDE 01 23 45 Intel I/O Controller Hub (ICH2) R272 2Mbit Firmware PCI_FAN Hub SW1801 BUZZER IR USB PANEL Figure 2-2 Motherboard Layout The audio codec, external and internal audio connectors, and...
The components are optional components. PRIMARY IDE HDDLED 24.4cm (9.6in) 2.2 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 24.4cm (9.60in) Socket 478 CPU_FAN Multi I/O ATX Power Connector DIMM Socket 1 (64/72-bit, 168-pin module) DIMM...AUX Audio Codec Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) PCI1 SMB PCI2 P4B-MX LED1 ® CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCI3 FLOPPY SECONDARY IDE 01 23 45 Intel I/O Controller Hub (ICH2) R272 2Mbit Firmware PCI_FAN Hub SW1801 BUZZER IR USB PANEL Figure 2-2 Motherboard Layout The audio codec, external and internal audio connectors, and...
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...that came with the component. 5. See the illustration below. ® P4B-MX P4B-MX Onboard LED Figure 2-3 Onboard Power LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 2-3 Whenever you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. Failure to do not to touch the ICs on a ... 2.3 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you uninstall any component, place it on them due to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. When lit, the onboard LED indicates that the system is in the bag that the ATX power...
...that came with the component. 5. See the illustration below. ® P4B-MX P4B-MX Onboard LED Figure 2-3 Onboard Power LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 2-3 Whenever you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. Failure to do not to touch the ICs on a ... 2.3 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you uninstall any component, place it on them due to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. When lit, the onboard LED indicates that the system is in the bag that the ATX power...
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... features the hyper-pipelined technology, rapid execution engine, 400MHz system bus, and execution trace cache. Incorrect installation of 3.2GB/s. 2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a surface mount 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket. Gold Mark Figure 2-4 Intel Pentium 4 478/Northwood Processor Note in the 478-pin package...
... features the hyper-pipelined technology, rapid execution engine, 400MHz system bus, and execution trace cache. Incorrect installation of 3.2GB/s. 2.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a surface mount 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket. Gold Mark Figure 2-4 Intel Pentium 4 478/Northwood Processor Note in the 478-pin package...
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Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. Socket Lever 90 - 100 Figure 2-6 CPU Socket Lever at 90° -100° Angle Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to install a CPU. 1. Figure 2-5 Intel 478-pin ZIF Socket 2. 2.4.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely. ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 2-5
Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. Socket Lever 90 - 100 Figure 2-6 CPU Socket Lever at 90° -100° Angle Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to install a CPU. 1. Figure 2-5 Intel 478-pin ZIF Socket 2. 2.4.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely. ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 2-5
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... sure that you use only Intel certified heatsink and fan. The retention module base is already installed on the retention module base. ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 2-7 2.4.3 Installing the heatsink and fan The Intel® Pentium® 4 478/Northwood Processor requires a specially designed heatsink...the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. In case you buy a CPU separately, make sure that the heatsink fits properly on the motherboard. CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Figure 2-9 Installing the CPU Heatsink Your boxed Intel Pentium 4 478/Northwood Processor package should come with...
... sure that you use only Intel certified heatsink and fan. The retention module base is already installed on the retention module base. ASUS P4B-MX motherboard user guide 2-7 2.4.3 Installing the heatsink and fan The Intel® Pentium® 4 478/Northwood Processor requires a specially designed heatsink...the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. In case you buy a CPU separately, make sure that the heatsink fits properly on the motherboard. CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Figure 2-9 Installing the CPU Heatsink Your boxed Intel Pentium 4 478/Northwood Processor package should come with...