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... vi About this guide vii ASUS contact information viii P4P800-MX specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.4 Motherboard components 1-4 1.5 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Before you proceed 1-9 1.7.1 Placement direction 1-10 1.7.2 Screw holes 1-10 1.7 Motherboard installation 1-10 1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-11 1.8.1 Overview 1-11 1.8.2 Installing the CPU 1-12 1.9 System memory 1-13 1.9.1 Memory configurations 1-13 1.9.2 Installing a DIMM 1-15...
... vi About this guide vii ASUS contact information viii P4P800-MX specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.4 Motherboard components 1-4 1.5 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Before you proceed 1-9 1.7.1 Placement direction 1-10 1.7.2 Screw holes 1-10 1.7 Motherboard installation 1-10 1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-11 1.8.1 Overview 1-11 1.8.2 Installing the CPU 1-12 1.9 System memory 1-13 1.9.1 Memory configurations 1-13 1.9.2 Installing a DIMM 1-15...
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...computing! See page 1-11. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Supporting up to set a new benchmark for buying the ASUS® P4P800-MX motherboard! The ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , check the items in your package with the list below....to 4GB of system memory with PC3200/2700/2100 DDR SDRAM, high-resolution graphics via Extreme Graphics 2, Serial ATA support, USB 2.0, and 6-channel audio features, the P4P800-MX is your affordable vehicle in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm) ASUS P4P800-MX series support CD UltraATA100...
...computing! See page 1-11. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Supporting up to set a new benchmark for buying the ASUS® P4P800-MX motherboard! The ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , check the items in your package with the list below....to 4GB of system memory with PC3200/2700/2100 DDR SDRAM, high-resolution graphics via Extreme Graphics 2, Serial ATA support, USB 2.0, and 6-channel audio features, the P4P800-MX is your affordable vehicle in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm) ASUS P4P800-MX series support CD UltraATA100...
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... extending the connection speed from Utilities menu in the motherboard allows you install the ASUS Update utility from 12 Mbps on USB 2.0. Dual-channel DDR400 memory support The motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using PC3200/2700/2100 non-ECC DDR DIMMs to deliver... See page 2-5. See page 1-27. Serial ATA technology The motherboard bundles the new Serial ATA technology through the SATA interfaces onboard. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in the support CD. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-3 CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update ...
... extending the connection speed from Utilities menu in the motherboard allows you install the ASUS Update utility from 12 Mbps on USB 2.0. Dual-channel DDR400 memory support The motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using PC3200/2700/2100 non-ECC DDR DIMMs to deliver... See page 2-5. See page 1-27. Serial ATA technology The motherboard bundles the new Serial ATA technology through the SATA interfaces onboard. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in the support CD. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-3 CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update ...
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... Serial ATA HDDs and allows for the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor, with 800/533/400 MHz frequency, system memory interface at least 1A on the motherboard. The ICH5 also contains the necessary arbitration and buffering for a 360K/720K/1.44M/2.88M floppy disk drive, a multi-mode ...PIO Modes 0~4 IDE devices. 1 ATX 12V connector. One side of the floppy disk cable. 8 IDE connectors. The Intel® 865GV Memory Controller Hub provides the processor interface with 800/533/400 MHz system bus that integrates various I/O functions including 2channel ATA100 bus master IDE controller, ...
... Serial ATA HDDs and allows for the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor, with 800/533/400 MHz frequency, system memory interface at least 1A on the motherboard. The ICH5 also contains the necessary arbitration and buffering for a 360K/720K/1.44M/2.88M floppy disk drive, a multi-mode ...PIO Modes 0~4 IDE devices. 1 ATX 12V connector. One side of the floppy disk cable. 8 IDE connectors. The Intel® 865GV Memory Controller Hub provides the processor interface with 800/533/400 MHz system bus that integrates various I/O functions including 2channel ATA100 bus master IDE controller, ...
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FLOPPY1 1.5 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR1 24.5cm (9.6in) Socket 478 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN Super I/O ATX Power Connector DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module) P4P800-MX DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)... PARALLEL PORT VGA1 USB1 USB2 USBPW12 USBPW34 USB2.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 ATX12V1 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In Intel 865GV Memory Controller Hub PRI_IDE1 FP_AUDIO1...
FLOPPY1 1.5 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR1 24.5cm (9.6in) Socket 478 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN Super I/O ATX Power Connector DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module) P4P800-MX DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)... PARALLEL PORT VGA1 USB1 USB2 USBPW12 USBPW34 USB2.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 ATX12V1 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In Intel 865GV Memory Controller Hub PRI_IDE1 FP_AUDIO1...
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Make sure that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. 4. 1.9 System memory The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency. These sockets support up to 4GB system memory using the memory configurations in this section. Use any three sockets will function in Table 1. 2....identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM pairs for each channel. 3. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-13 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 80 Pins P4P800-MX 104 Pins ® P4P800-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets 1.9.1 Memory configurations You may install 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB DDR DIMMs ...
Make sure that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. 4. 1.9 System memory The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency. These sockets support up to 4GB system memory using the memory configurations in this section. Use any three sockets will function in Table 1. 2....identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM pairs for each channel. 3. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-13 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 80 Pins P4P800-MX 104 Pins ® P4P800-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets 1.9.1 Memory configurations You may install 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB DDR DIMMs ...
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... 1: Product introduction Populated - (4) - - - Populated - (2) - Populated (1) Populated - CPU FSB 800 MHz 533 MHz 400 MHz DDR DIMM Type Memory Frequency PC3200/PC2700*/PC2100 PC2700/PC2100 PC2100 400/333*/266 MHz 333/266 MHz 266 MHz *When using 800MHz CPU FSB, PC2700 DDR DIMMs may... DIMMs in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 (blue sockets) and identical DIMMs in DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 (black sockets) Table 2 Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization This motherboard supports different memory frequencies depending on the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus) and the type of DDR DIMM. Table 1 Recommended...
... 1: Product introduction Populated - (4) - - - Populated - (2) - Populated (1) Populated - CPU FSB 800 MHz 533 MHz 400 MHz DDR DIMM Type Memory Frequency PC3200/PC2700*/PC2100 PC2700/PC2100 PC2100 400/333*/266 MHz 333/266 MHz 266 MHz *When using 800MHz CPU FSB, PC2700 DDR DIMMs may... DIMMs in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 (blue sockets) and identical DIMMs in DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 (black sockets) Table 2 Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization This motherboard supports different memory frequencies depending on the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus) and the type of DDR DIMM. Table 1 Recommended...
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...until the retaining clips snap back in a Single-channel memory configuration. SS - Follow these steps to both the motherboard and the components. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-15 support for 4 modules inserted into either slot..., in place and the DIMM is properly Unlocked Retaining Clip seated. supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Firmly insert the DIMM into either...
...until the retaining clips snap back in a Single-channel memory configuration. SS - Follow these steps to both the motherboard and the components. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-15 support for 4 modules inserted into either slot..., in place and the DIMM is properly Unlocked Retaining Clip seated. supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Firmly insert the DIMM into either...
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Select an item then press Enter to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 2-13 System Memory This item displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to display the configuration options. The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected...
Select an item then press Enter to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 2-13 System Memory This item displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to display the configuration options. The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected...
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...DRAM Burst Length [8 Clocks] Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [8 Clocks] Graphic Adapter Priority [Internal VGA] Allows selection of the graphics controller to use of mapped memory for use as primary boot device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 1MB] [Enabled, 4MB] [Enabled, 8MB] [Enabled, 16MB] [Enabled, 32MB]... latency between the SDRAM read /write command. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MPS Revision [1.1] Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 2-17 Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [2 Clocks] DRAM RAS# to the DDR SDRAM.
...DRAM Burst Length [8 Clocks] Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [8 Clocks] Graphic Adapter Priority [Internal VGA] Allows selection of the graphics controller to use of mapped memory for use as primary boot device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 1MB] [Enabled, 4MB] [Enabled, 8MB] [Enabled, 16MB] [Enabled, 32MB]... latency between the SDRAM read /write command. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MPS Revision [1.1] Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 2-17 Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [2 Clocks] DRAM RAS# to the DDR SDRAM.
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... IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for the PCI device latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248] ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 2-19 Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field...
... IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for the PCI device latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248] ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 2-19 Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field...
P4P800-MX user's manual
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... vi About this guide vii ASUS contact information viii P4P800-MX specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.4 Motherboard components 1-4 1.5 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Before you proceed 1-9 1.7.1 Placement direction 1-10 1.7.2 Screw holes 1-10 1.7 Motherboard installation 1-10 1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-11 1.8.1 Overview 1-11 1.8.2 Installing the CPU 1-12 1.9 System memory 1-13 1.9.1 Memory configurations 1-13 1.9.2 Installing a DIMM 1-15...
... vi About this guide vii ASUS contact information viii P4P800-MX specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.4 Motherboard components 1-4 1.5 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Before you proceed 1-9 1.7.1 Placement direction 1-10 1.7.2 Screw holes 1-10 1.7 Motherboard installation 1-10 1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-11 1.8.1 Overview 1-11 1.8.2 Installing the CPU 1-12 1.9 System memory 1-13 1.9.1 Memory configurations 1-13 1.9.2 Installing a DIMM 1-15...
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... any of the above items is your affordable vehicle in the world of system memory with 512KB L2 cache and an 800/533/400 MHz system bus. Supporting up to 3.2GHz core frequencies. The ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! The CPU features the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology and a new power design that...
... any of the above items is your affordable vehicle in the world of system memory with 512KB L2 cache and an 800/533/400 MHz system bus. Supporting up to 3.2GHz core frequencies. The ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! The CPU features the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology and a new power design that...
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...6.4GB/s data transfer rate for optimal performance. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-3 The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, up to buy a replacement ROM chip. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) ...and incredible detail. The ASUS MyLogo™ is automatically installed when you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. Dual-channel DDR400 memory support The motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using PC3200/2700/2100 ...
...6.4GB/s data transfer rate for optimal performance. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-3 The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, up to buy a replacement ROM chip. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) ...and incredible detail. The ASUS MyLogo™ is automatically installed when you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. Dual-channel DDR400 memory support The motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using PC3200/2700/2100 ...
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...2GB/s data transfer rates, respectively. 3 North bridge controller. These four 184-pin DIMM sockets support up if there is slotted to 4GB system memory using unbuffered non-ECC PC3200/2700/2100 DDR DIMMs. 5 ATX power connector. This Winbond Low Pin Count (LPC) interface provides the commonly ...supports a highperformance floppy disk controller for the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor, with 800/533/400 MHz frequency, system memory interface at least 1A on the motherboard. 1 ATX 12V connector. This power connector connects the 4-pin 12V plug from the ATX 12V power supply. 2 CPU ...
...2GB/s data transfer rates, respectively. 3 North bridge controller. These four 184-pin DIMM sockets support up if there is slotted to 4GB system memory using unbuffered non-ECC PC3200/2700/2100 DDR DIMMs. 5 ATX power connector. This Winbond Low Pin Count (LPC) interface provides the commonly ...supports a highperformance floppy disk controller for the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor, with 800/533/400 MHz frequency, system memory interface at least 1A on the motherboard. 1 ATX 12V connector. This power connector connects the 4-pin 12V plug from the ATX 12V power supply. 2 CPU ...
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FLOPPY1 1.5 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR1 24.5cm (9.6in) Socket 478 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN Super I/O ATX Power Connector DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module) P4P800-MX DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)... PARALLEL PORT VGA1 USB1 USB2 USBPW12 USBPW34 USB2.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 ATX12V1 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In Intel 865GV Memory Controller Hub PRI_IDE1 FP_AUDIO1...
FLOPPY1 1.5 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR1 24.5cm (9.6in) Socket 478 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN Super I/O ATX Power Connector DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module) P4P800-MX DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module)... PARALLEL PORT VGA1 USB1 USB2 USBPW12 USBPW34 USB2.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 ATX12V1 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In Intel 865GV Memory Controller Hub PRI_IDE1 FP_AUDIO1...
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... allocation. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 80 Pins P4P800-MX 104 Pins ® P4P800-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets 1.9.1 Memory configurations You may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Make sure that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. 4. When all... in Table 1. 2. Use any three sockets will function in this section. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-13 Always install DIMMs with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. Important notes 1. 1.9 System memory The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency.
... allocation. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 80 Pins P4P800-MX 104 Pins ® P4P800-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets 1.9.1 Memory configurations You may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. Make sure that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. 4. When all... in Table 1. 2. Use any three sockets will function in this section. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-13 Always install DIMMs with four Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. Important notes 1. 1.9 System memory The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency.
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..., or • install identical DIMMs in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 (blue sockets) and identical DIMMs in DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 (black sockets) Table 2 Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization This motherboard supports different memory frequencies depending on the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus) and the type of DDR DIMM. Populated (3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated * For dual...
..., or • install identical DIMMs in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 (blue sockets) and identical DIMMs in DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 (black sockets) Table 2 Memory frequency/CPU FSB synchronization This motherboard supports different memory frequencies depending on the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus) and the type of DDR DIMM. Populated (3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated * For dual...
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... for the latest QVL. 1.9.2 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-15 Single-sided DS - Failure to do so may cause severe damage to install a DIMM. Align a DIMM on the socket such ... inserted into the blue and black slots as one module inserted into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in a Single-channel memory configuration. support for 4 modules inserted into either slot, in place and the DIMM is properly Unlocked Retaining Clip seated. supports one pair...
... for the latest QVL. 1.9.2 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-15 Single-sided DS - Failure to do so may cause severe damage to install a DIMM. Align a DIMM on the socket such ... inserted into the blue and black slots as one module inserted into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in a Single-channel memory configuration. support for 4 modules inserted into either slot, in place and the DIMM is properly Unlocked Retaining Clip seated. supports one pair...
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... item displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. The Module Version and USB Devices ... the configuration options. Select an item then press Enter to change the USB-related features. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 2-13
... item displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. The Module Version and USB Devices ... the configuration options. Select an item then press Enter to change the USB-related features. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 2-13