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... 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...a DIMM 1-15 1.10 Expansion slots 1-16 1.10.1 Standard interrupt assignments 1-16 1.10.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard 1-16 1.10.3 PCI slots 1-17 1.11 Jumpers 1-18 1.12 Connectors 1-20 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing...
... 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...a DIMM 1-15 1.10 Expansion slots 1-16 1.10.1 Standard interrupt assignments 1-16 1.10.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard 1-16 1.10.3 PCI slots 1-17 1.11 Jumpers 1-18 1.12 Connectors 1-20 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing...
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...• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in your retailer. vi Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage, ...contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your area. If you encounter technical problems with the package. •...
...• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in your retailer. vi Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage, ...contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your area. If you encounter technical problems with the package. •...
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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 P4P800-MX 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 P4P800-MX motherboard.
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... design that allows up to 4GB of system memory with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your P4P800-MX package for the following items. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in the world of power computing! The ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , check the items in your package...
... design that allows up to 4GB of system memory with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your P4P800-MX package for the following items. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in the world of power computing! The ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , check the items in your package...
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..., when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. The ASUS MyLogo™ is automatically installed when you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification,... system for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in the support CD. See page 2-4. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-3 Intel® Extreme Graphics The motherboard comes with the revolutionary graphics core that delivers intense, realistic 3D ...
..., when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. The ASUS MyLogo™ is automatically installed when you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification,... system for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in the support CD. See page 2-4. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-3 Intel® Extreme Graphics The motherboard comes with the revolutionary graphics core that delivers intense, realistic 3D ...
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... digital audio The ADI AD1888 AC'97 audio CODEC is onboard to accommodate an optional S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) Out module. 1.4 Motherboard components Before you install the motherboard, learn about its major components and available features to facilitate the installation and future upgrades. Refer to provide 6-channel audio playback for 5.1 surround...
... digital audio The ADI AD1888 AC'97 audio CODEC is onboard to accommodate an optional S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) Out module. 1.4 Motherboard components Before you install the motherboard, learn about its major components and available features to facilitate the installation and future upgrades. Refer to provide 6-channel audio playback for 5.1 surround...
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1 23 4 5 6 7 8 15 14 13 16 26 12 17 25 24 11 10 18 23 22 9 19 20 21 ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-5
1 23 4 5 6 7 8 15 14 13 16 26 12 17 25 24 11 10 18 23 22 9 19 20 21 ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-5
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... 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. These dual-channel bus master IDE connectors support Ultra ATA100/66/33, PIO Modes 0~4 IDE devices. This 20-pin connector connects to the south bridge...
... 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. These dual-channel bus master IDE connectors support Ultra ATA100/66/33, PIO Modes 0~4 IDE devices. This 20-pin connector connects to the south bridge...
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... Line In jack. This Line Out (lime) jack connects a headphone or a speaker. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-7 These three 32-bit PCI 2.2 expansion slots support bus master PCI cards like SCSI or LAN cards with 133MB/s maximum throughput. 15 LAN controller. In...
... Line In jack. This Line Out (lime) jack connects a headphone or a speaker. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-7 These three 32-bit PCI 2.2 expansion slots support bus master PCI cards like SCSI or LAN cards with 133MB/s maximum throughput. 15 LAN controller. In...
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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...
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...
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... LED SB_PWR1 ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-9 Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to a metal object, such as the power ... case, before touching any component. 2. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to static electricity. 3. Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag...
... LED SB_PWR1 ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-9 Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to a metal object, such as the power ... case, before touching any component. 2. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to static electricity. 3. Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag...
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... indicated in the correct orientation. Make sure to do so may damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into the chassis in the image below. 1.7.2 Screw holes Place eight ...place it into it. Failure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The motherboard uses the micro-ATX form factor that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.7.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that measures 9 inches x 9 inches (24.5 cm x 24.5...
... indicated in the correct orientation. Make sure to do so may damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into the chassis in the image below. 1.7.2 Screw holes Place eight ...place it into it. Failure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The motherboard uses the micro-ATX form factor that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.7.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that measures 9 inches x 9 inches (24.5 cm x 24.5...
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... system. 5. For more information on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology 1. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that supports Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-11 If you install WinXP Service Pack 1. 4. Power up to Enabled. Install the CPU. 2. This processor supports 800/533/400MHz front...transfer rates of the CPU socket. This mark indicates the processor Pin 1 that the CPU has a gold triangular mark on this motherboard: 1. Gold Mark Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! It is ...
... system. 5. For more information on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology 1. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that supports Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-11 If you install WinXP Service Pack 1. 4. Power up to Enabled. Install the CPU. 2. This processor supports 800/533/400MHz front...transfer rates of the CPU socket. This mark indicates the processor Pin 1 that the CPU has a gold triangular mark on this motherboard: 1. Gold Mark Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! It is ...
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Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Socket Lever Make sure that came with the heatsink package. 7. When the CPU is locked. 6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following ... the CPU does not fit in one correct orientation. Position the CPU above the socket such that it up to the CPU_FAN1 connector on the motherboard. 2. The lever clicks on the side tab to install a CPU. 1. Gold Mark The CPU fits only in completely. 90 - 100 3. 1.8.2 Installing the CPU Follow these...
Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Socket Lever Make sure that came with the heatsink package. 7. When the CPU is locked. 6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following ... the CPU does not fit in one correct orientation. Position the CPU above the socket such that it up to the CPU_FAN1 connector on the motherboard. 2. The lever clicks on the side tab to install a CPU. 1. Gold Mark The CPU fits only in completely. 90 - 100 3. 1.8.2 Installing the CPU Follow these...
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... Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. 1.9 System memory The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency. 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...optimum compatibility, it is recommended that the memory frequency matches the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus). Refer to ICH5 resource allocation. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-13 In dual-channel configurations, install only identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM pairs for each channel. 3. DIMMs...
... Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. 1.9 System memory The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency. 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...optimum compatibility, it is recommended that the memory frequency matches the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus). Refer to ICH5 resource allocation. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-13 In dual-channel configurations, install only identical (the same type and size) DDR DIMM pairs for each channel. 3. DIMMs...
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...; 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 - (2) - Populated - - (3) - - Populated (3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated...
...; 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 - (2) - Populated - - (3) - - Populated (3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated...
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...;• •• ••• Legend: A - C - Single-sided DS - Follow these steps to both the motherboard and the components. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in a Single-channel memory configuration. supports ...notch on the DIMM matches the break on pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. SS - Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for better system performance. support for 4 modules inserted into the blue and black slots as... to do so may cause severe damage to install a DIMM. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-15
...;• •• ••• Legend: A - C - Single-sided DS - Follow these steps to both the motherboard and the components. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in a Single-channel memory configuration. supports ...notch on the DIMM matches the break on pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. SS - Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for better system performance. support for 4 modules inserted into the blue and black slots as... to do so may cause severe damage to install a DIMM. ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-15
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... the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. NOTE: The AGP slot supports only +0.8V or 1.5V AGP cards. 2. See Chapter 2 for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 Onboard LAN A B C D E F GH shared shared shared shared When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure... that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the chassis. 1.10 Expansion slots The motherboard has three PCI slots and one Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot. Install an expansion card following the instructions that the cards do not ...
... the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. NOTE: The AGP slot supports only +0.8V or 1.5V AGP cards. 2. See Chapter 2 for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 Onboard LAN A B C D E F GH shared shared shared shared When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure... that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the chassis. 1.10 Expansion slots The motherboard has three PCI slots and one Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot. Install an expansion card following the instructions that the cards do not ...
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ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-17 The slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.10.3 PCI slots There are three 32-bit PCI slots on this motherboard.
ASUS P4P800-MX motherboard 1-17 The slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.10.3 PCI slots There are three 32-bit PCI slots on this motherboard.