Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 3
... Notices v Safety information vi About this guide vii Conventions used in this guide vii Typography vii P4GE-MX specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product Highlights 1-3 1.3.2 Unique ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.7 System memory...
... Notices v Safety information vi About this guide vii Conventions used in this guide vii Typography vii P4GE-MX specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product Highlights 1-3 1.3.2 Unique ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.7 System memory...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 6
... that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or 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 the product, make sure all power cables ...
... that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or 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 the product, make sure all power cables ...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 11
Product introduction It includes brief descriptions of the motherboard components, and illustrations of the motherboard. Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the layout, jumper settings, and connectors.
Product introduction It includes brief descriptions of the motherboard components, and illustrations of the motherboard. Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the layout, jumper settings, and connectors.
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 12
...® Pentium® 4 processor and the Intel® 845GE chipset to 2GB of system memory with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x IDE cable 1 x Floppy disk cable I/O shield Bag of extra jumper caps User guide If any of the above items is...
...® Pentium® 4 processor and the Intel® 845GE chipset to 2GB of system memory with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x IDE cable 1 x Floppy disk cable I/O shield Bag of extra jumper caps User guide If any of the above items is...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 13
...high-quality 6-channel audio, S/PDIF out support and connector sensing function without having to eight USB 2.0 ports. The motherboard also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology. AGP 4X support This Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports 1.5V... a high-end entertainment system with USB 1.1. 6-Channel Audio solution Onboard is backward compatible with digital connectivity to powerful speaker systems. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-3 Integrated Graphics The Intel® 845GE chipset delivers realistic 3D/2D graphics with sharp images, fast rendering, smooth motion, and ...
...high-quality 6-channel audio, S/PDIF out support and connector sensing function without having to eight USB 2.0 ports. The motherboard also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology. AGP 4X support This Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports 1.5V... a high-end entertainment system with USB 1.1. 6-Channel Audio solution Onboard is backward compatible with digital connectivity to powerful speaker systems. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-3 Integrated Graphics The Intel® 845GE chipset delivers realistic 3D/2D graphics with sharp images, fast rendering, smooth motion, and ...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 14
...C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See page 2-3. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature works through the Award BIOS Update utility. See page 2-23. When the system hangs due to overclocking. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS previous settings... in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. 1.3.2 Unique ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update ...
...C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See page 2-3. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature works through the Award BIOS Update utility. See page 2-23. When the system hangs due to overclocking. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS previous settings... in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. 1.3.2 Unique ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update ...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 15
... component, ensure that came with a stand-by power LED. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ® P4GE-MX P4GE-MX Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-5 Unplug the power cord from the power supply. When lit, this green LED indicates that the system is ON, in sleep...
... component, ensure that came with a stand-by power LED. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ® P4GE-MX P4GE-MX Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-5 Unplug the power cord from the power supply. When lit, this green LED indicates that the system is ON, in sleep...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 16
1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 21.9cm (8.6in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 Socket 478 CPU_FAN Super I/O ATX Power Connector FLOPPY1 DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module) ... RJ-45 USBPWR_34 ATX12V1 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In Intel 82845GE Memory Controller Hub FP_AUDIO Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) R RTL8100C PCI1 P4GE-MX PCI2 Intel 82801DB ICH4 3Mbit Firmware Hub Audio Codec SPDIF_OUT CD PCI3 CHA_FAN AUX SB_PWR COM2 USBPWR_56 USB56 GAME1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CLRTC CMOS...
1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 21.9cm (8.6in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 Socket 478 CPU_FAN Super I/O ATX Power Connector FLOPPY1 DDR DIMM1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module) ... RJ-45 USBPWR_34 ATX12V1 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In Intel 82845GE Memory Controller Hub FP_AUDIO Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) R RTL8100C PCI1 P4GE-MX PCI2 Intel 82801DB ICH4 3Mbit Firmware Hub Audio Codec SPDIF_OUT CD PCI3 CHA_FAN AUX SB_PWR COM2 USBPWR_56 USB56 GAME1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CLRTC CMOS...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 17
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-7 Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-7 Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 18
...the pins and severely damage the CPU! Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading compliler to ensure correct installation. Gold Arrow ® P4GE-MX P4GE-MX CPU Socket 478 Incorrect installation of the marked corner (with Hyper-Threading Technology. 2. Hyper-Threading Technology is recommended that you are .... 5. This mark should match a specific corner on the CPU. If you install Windows® XP Service Pack 1. 4. This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs with gold triangle) on the socket to compile the code. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview ...
...the pins and severely damage the CPU! Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading compliler to ensure correct installation. Gold Arrow ® P4GE-MX P4GE-MX CPU Socket 478 Incorrect installation of the marked corner (with Hyper-Threading Technology. 2. Hyper-Threading Technology is recommended that you are .... 5. This mark should match a specific corner on the CPU. If you install Windows® XP Service Pack 1. 4. This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs with gold triangle) on the socket to compile the code. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview ...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 19
... pins and damaging the CPU! 5. The CPU fits only in completely. 3. The lever clicks on the motherboard. 2. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to a 90°- 100° angle. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-9 otherwise, the CPU does not fit in one correct orientation. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever...
... pins and damaging the CPU! 5. The CPU fits only in completely. 3. The lever clicks on the motherboard. 2. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to a 90°- 100° angle. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-9 otherwise, the CPU does not fit in one correct orientation. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 20
... DIMM sockets of the DDR DIMM sockets. 80 Pins ® P4GE-MX 104 Pins P4GE-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. The following figure illustrates the location of this motherboard. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the...
... DIMM sockets of the DDR DIMM sockets. 80 Pins ® P4GE-MX 104 Pins P4GE-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. The following figure illustrates the location of this motherboard. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 21
... fifo) 15 Secondary Ultra ATA Controller (dual fifo) *These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for BIOS information. 3. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-11 See Chapter 2 for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCI slot 1 - - - - - Assign an IRQ to the tables next page. 4. PCI slot 2 - - - - - - shared - - - - - - Onboard VGA shared When using PCI cards on the...
... fifo) 15 Secondary Ultra ATA Controller (dual fifo) *These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. 1.8.2 IRQ assignments for BIOS information. 3. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-11 See Chapter 2 for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCI slot 1 - - - - - Assign an IRQ to the tables next page. 4. PCI slot 2 - - - - - - shared - - - - - - Onboard VGA shared When using PCI cards on the...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 22
Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that comply with +1.5V specification. Install only +1.5V AGP cards. ® P4GE-MX Keyed for one with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 AGP slot The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports AGP 4X (+1.5V) cards. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that they fit the AGP slot on the motherboard. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for 1.5v P4GE-MX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that comply with +1.5V specification. Install only +1.5V AGP cards. ® P4GE-MX Keyed for one with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 AGP slot The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports AGP 4X (+1.5V) cards. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that they fit the AGP slot on the motherboard. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for 1.5v P4GE-MX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 23
... data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-13 To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you...setup parameters by the onboard button cell battery. For system failure due to overclocking. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! ® P4GE-MX P4GE-MX Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Clear CMOS Normal (Default) You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking...
... data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-13 To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you...setup parameters by the onboard button cell battery. For system failure due to overclocking. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! ® P4GE-MX P4GE-MX Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Clear CMOS Normal (Default) You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 25
... connectors 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 1. This Line Out (lime) jack connects a headphone or a speaker. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. This port connects to your serial mouse and other devices. 3. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-15 These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for a PS/2 mouse. 2. This green 6-pin connector is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. PS/2 mouse...
... connectors 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 1. This Line Out (lime) jack connects a headphone or a speaker. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. This port connects to your serial mouse and other devices. 3. ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-15 These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for a PS/2 mouse. 2. This green 6-pin connector is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. PS/2 mouse...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 26
... the motherboard, connect the other end to the floppy drive. (Pin 5 is removed to PIN 1. PIN 1 P4GE-MX Floppy disk drive connector 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction FLOPPY1 ® P4GE-MX NOTE: Orient the red markings on the Ultra DMA cable connector. SEC_IDE PRI_IDE ® P4GE-MX NOTE...each IDE connector is intentional. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. P4GE-MX IDE connectors PIN 1 2. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) This connector supports the provided...
... the motherboard, connect the other end to the floppy drive. (Pin 5 is removed to PIN 1. PIN 1 P4GE-MX Floppy disk drive connector 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction FLOPPY1 ® P4GE-MX NOTE: Orient the red markings on the Ultra DMA cable connector. SEC_IDE PRI_IDE ® P4GE-MX NOTE...each IDE connector is intentional. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. P4GE-MX IDE connectors PIN 1 2. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) This connector supports the provided...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 27
.... 4. Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel ® P4GE-MX CD(Black) AUX(White) P4GE-MX Internal audio connectors ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-17 Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX) These connectors allow you connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power... these connectors in only one orientation. ATX_POWER1 Pin 1 +12.0VDC +5VSB ATX12V1 PWR_OK COM ® P4GE-MX +12V DC GND +12V DC GND +5.0VDC COM +5.0VDC COM +3.3VDC P4GE-MX ATX power connectors +3.3VDC +5.0VDC +5.0VDC -5.0VDC COM COM COM PS_ON# COM -12.0VDC +3.3VDC...
.... 4. Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel ® P4GE-MX CD(Black) AUX(White) P4GE-MX Internal audio connectors ASUS P4GE-MX motherboard 1-17 Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD, AUX) These connectors allow you connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power... these connectors in only one orientation. ATX_POWER1 Pin 1 +12.0VDC +5VSB ATX12V1 PWR_OK COM ® P4GE-MX +12V DC GND +12V DC GND +5.0VDC COM +5.0VDC COM +3.3VDC P4GE-MX ATX power connectors +3.3VDC +5.0VDC +5.0VDC -5.0VDC COM COM COM PS_ON# COM -12.0VDC +3.3VDC...
Motherboard DIY Troubleshooting Guide
Page 28
... USB header (10-1 pin USB56) If the USB ports on the rear panel are not jumpers! 5. USB+5V LDM5 LDP5 GND NC ® P4GE-MX P4GE-MX USB 2.0 connector USB56 1 USB+5V LDM6 LDP6 GND • The USB 2.0 module is available for connecting next generation USB peripherals such as high ...connectors on the fan connectors! 6. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND ® P4GE-MX CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND P4GE-MX Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to this header. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground ...
... USB header (10-1 pin USB56) If the USB ports on the rear panel are not jumpers! 5. USB+5V LDM5 LDP5 GND NC ® P4GE-MX P4GE-MX USB 2.0 connector USB56 1 USB+5V LDM6 LDP6 GND • The USB 2.0 module is available for connecting next generation USB peripherals such as high ...connectors on the fan connectors! 6. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND ® P4GE-MX CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND P4GE-MX Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to this header. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground ...