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P5G-MX specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Rear panel BIOS features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors Supports Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® 945GC Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 1066/800 MHz Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up...
P5G-MX specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Rear panel BIOS features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors Supports Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® 945GC Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 1066/800 MHz Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up...
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... LGA775 package. With the new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is in the world. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction LGA775 Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5G-MX motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on the environment.
... LGA775 package. With the new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is in the world. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction LGA775 Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5G-MX motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on the environment.
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... original BIOS data from a floppy disk. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with customizable boot logos. ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to different destinations. See page 2-3 for details. ASUS MyLogo™ This feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to use a DOS-based utility or boot from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes...
... original BIOS data from a floppy disk. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with customizable boot logos. ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to different destinations. See page 2-3 for details. ASUS MyLogo™ This feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to use a DOS-based utility or boot from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes...
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... your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Make sure to the card. Failure to do so may need to use . 4. Secure the card to the tables on BIOS setup...
... your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Make sure to the card. Failure to do so may need to use . 4. Secure the card to the tables on BIOS setup...
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... In port (light blue). In 4-channel, and 6-channel configuration, the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. VGA port. Serial port. ASUS P5G-MX 1-25 LAN (RJ-45) port. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 8. This port connects a microphone. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. This port connects a headphone or a speaker. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. 3. This port is for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. PS/2 keyboard port (purple...
... In port (light blue). In 4-channel, and 6-channel configuration, the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. VGA port. Serial port. ASUS P5G-MX 1-25 LAN (RJ-45) port. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 8. This port connects a microphone. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. This port connects a headphone or a speaker. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. 3. This port is for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. PS/2 keyboard port (purple...
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... Start. 2- Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following to create a bootable floppy disk. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk.) All the floppy devices mentioned in case you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. c. Do either one of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in this chapter are USB floppy devices. 3. Windows® XP environment a. d. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file...
... Start. 2- Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following to create a bootable floppy disk. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk.) All the floppy devices mentioned in case you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. c. Do either one of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in this chapter are USB floppy devices. 3. Windows® XP environment a. d. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file...
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... motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you rename the BIOS file to P5GMX.ROM. Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). When the correct BIOS file is accessible by pressing + during POST to download the latest BIOS file for CD-ROM... EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for version information. 2. error message appears if there is not found in the drive. ASUS P5G-MX 2- Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to display...
... motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you rename the BIOS file to P5GMX.ROM. Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). When the correct BIOS file is accessible by pressing + during POST to download the latest BIOS file for CD-ROM... EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for version information. 2. error message appears if there is not found in the drive. ASUS P5G-MX 2- Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to display...
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... BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. ASUS P5G-MX 2- 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Place the support CD in Windows® environment. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. The ASUS Update utility allows you update the BIOS using...
... BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. ASUS P5G-MX 2- 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Place the support CD in Windows® environment. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. The ASUS Update utility allows you update the BIOS using...
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... 2: BIOS setup A configurable field is enclosed in the sections below may cause system to display the other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Main menu items 2.2.5 Sub-menu items Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when...
... 2: BIOS setup A configurable field is enclosed in the sections below may cause system to display the other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Main menu items 2.2.5 Sub-menu items Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when...
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... user-configurable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. Setting to display the IDE device information. When set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. These items show N/A if no IDE device is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Type [Auto] Selects the type...
... user-configurable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. Setting to display the IDE device information. When set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. These items show N/A if no IDE device is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Type [Auto] Selects the type...
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...or change the configurations for the IDE devices installed in this menu allow you are using native OS, such as Windows® XP/Vista. Set to Enhanced Mode if you to configure the item. PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. IDE Configuration Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Set [Compatible Mode] when Legacy OS (i.e. Set [Enhanced Mode] when Native OS (i.e. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode] ASUS P5G-MX 2-15 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.3.4 IDE...
...or change the configurations for the IDE devices installed in this menu allow you are using native OS, such as Windows® XP/Vista. Set to Enhanced Mode if you to configure the item. PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. IDE Configuration Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Set [Compatible Mode] when Legacy OS (i.e. Set [Enhanced Mode] when Native OS (i.e. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode] ASUS P5G-MX 2-15 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.3.4 IDE...
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... not install any of the general system specifications. AMIBIOS Version : 0103 Build Date : 05/31/07 Processor Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6600 @ 2.40GHz : 2400MHz : 2 System Memory Total : 512MB Appropriated : 8MB Available : 504MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS setup We recommend that you do not change the default setting for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10...
... not install any of the general system specifications. AMIBIOS Version : 0103 Build Date : 05/31/07 Processor Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6600 @ 2.40GHz : 2400MHz : 2 System Memory Total : 512MB Appropriated : 8MB Available : 504MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS setup We recommend that you do not change the default setting for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10...
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G-MX 2-19 Select Screen Select Item +- The BIOS auto-detects the default value of this menu show the CPU-related information that cannot support CPUs with the Execute Disable function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute Disable Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the Execute Disable function. This item appears only when you to enable or disable the microcode updation. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] VID CMOS Setting [ 62] Allows you to run. Use the or keys to boot legacy operating systems ...
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G-MX 2-19 Select Screen Select Item +- The BIOS auto-detects the default value of this menu show the CPU-related information that cannot support CPUs with the Execute Disable function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute Disable Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the Execute Disable function. This item appears only when you to enable or disable the microcode updation. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] VID CMOS Setting [ 62] Allows you to run. Use the or keys to boot legacy operating systems ...
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... processors that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). Advanced Chipset Settings DRAM Frequency [Auto] Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled] Hyper Path 3 [Auto] DRAM Throttling Threshold [Auto] Boot Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI Express/Int-VG] Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Boot Display Device [Auto] TV Connector [Auto] HDTV Output [Auto] TV Standard [VBIOS-Default] PEG Buffer Length [Auto] Link Latency [Auto] PEG Root Control [Auto] Slot Power [Auto] High Priority Port Select [Disabled] Manual...
... processors that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). Advanced Chipset Settings DRAM Frequency [Auto] Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled] Hyper Path 3 [Auto] DRAM Throttling Threshold [Auto] Boot Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI Express/Int-VG] Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Boot Display Device [Auto] TV Connector [Auto] HDTV Output [Auto] TV Standard [VBIOS-Default] PEG Buffer Length [Auto] Link Latency [Auto] PEG Root Control [Auto] Slot Power [Auto] High Priority Port Select [Disabled] Manual...
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...[ITURBT601] PEG Buffer Length [Auto] Sets PCIEX graphics card buffer length. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 1MB] [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Sets the graphics memory type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS setup Boot Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI Express/Int-VGA] Allows selection of the graphics controller to Auto of the link latency. Configuration options: [Internal VGA] [PCI Express/Int-VGA] [PCI Express/PCI] [PCI/PCI Express] [PCI/Int-VGA] Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB] Sets the internal graphics mode.
...[ITURBT601] PEG Buffer Length [Auto] Sets PCIEX graphics card buffer length. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 1MB] [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Sets the graphics memory type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS setup Boot Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI Express/Int-VGA] Allows selection of the graphics controller to Auto of the link latency. Configuration options: [Internal VGA] [PCI Express/Int-VGA] [PCI Express/PCI] [PCI/PCI Express] [PCI/Int-VGA] Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB] Sets the internal graphics mode.
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... [PCI Express Port 2] 2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration Configure Win627DHG Super IO Chipset HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Onboard PCIEX 10/100Mb LAN [Enabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Enable or Disable High Definition Audio Controller Select Screen Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the Azalia/AC'97 CODEC. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] ASUS P5G-MX 2-23 Configuration options...
... [PCI Express Port 2] 2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration Configure Win627DHG Super IO Chipset HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Onboard PCIEX 10/100Mb LAN [Enabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Enable or Disable High Definition Audio Controller Select Screen Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the Azalia/AC'97 CODEC. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] ASUS P5G-MX 2-23 Configuration options...
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... disabled password. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press . 2. To change password. See section "1.9 Jumpers" for information on top of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press . 3. After you to change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. From the password box, type a password composed of the screen shows the default Not Installed. ASUS P5G-MX 2-31 Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password to change...
... disabled password. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press . 2. To change password. See section "1.9 Jumpers" for information on top of at least six letters and/or numbers, then press . 3. After you to change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. From the password box, type a password composed of the screen shows the default Not Installed. ASUS P5G-MX 2-31 Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password to change...
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... with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to avail all motherboard features. Click an icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. 3.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP...
... with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to avail all motherboard features. Click an icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. 3.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP...
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...driver enables Plug‑n-Play INF support for the Intel® chipset components on the motherboard. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek Audio driver. Attansic L2 Ethernet Driver Installs the Attansic L2 Ethernet. Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Installs the Intel Graphics Accelerator driver. ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard Installs the ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard. 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Installing the driver in silent or unattended preload modes. ASUS P5G-MX...
...driver enables Plug‑n-Play INF support for the Intel® chipset components on the motherboard. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek Audio driver. Attansic L2 Ethernet Driver Installs the Attansic L2 Ethernet. Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Installs the Intel Graphics Accelerator driver. ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard Installs the ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard. 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Installing the driver in silent or unattended preload modes. ASUS P5G-MX...
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...This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of the utilities through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 3- Chapter 3: Software support ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you keep your computer in a Windows® environment. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of any detected problems. This utility helps you to update the motherboard BIOS in healthy operating condition. 3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports.
...This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of the utilities through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 3- Chapter 3: Software support ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you keep your computer in a Windows® environment. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of any detected problems. This utility helps you to update the motherboard BIOS in healthy operating condition. 3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports.