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...processor is in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5G-MX motherboard! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5G-MX motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66.../33 cable Accessories I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of the above items is ...
...processor is in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5G-MX motherboard! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5G-MX motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66.../33 cable Accessories I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of the above items is ...
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... provide a full-value, high performance graphic solution to ‑point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in graphics performance. ASUS P5G-MX 1- The Intel® ICH7 Southbridge represents the seventh generation I /O controller hub provide the vital interfaces for details. Through a dual-independent display technology, different content can...
... provide a full-value, high performance graphic solution to ‑point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in graphics performance. ASUS P5G-MX 1- The Intel® ICH7 Southbridge represents the seventh generation I /O controller hub provide the vital interfaces for details. Through a dual-independent display technology, different content can...
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... or in the bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. P5G-MX R SB_PWR P5G-MX Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5G-MX 1- The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before removing or plugging in soft-off or the power cord...
... or in the bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. P5G-MX R SB_PWR P5G-MX Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5G-MX 1- The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before removing or plugging in soft-off or the power cord...
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Retention tab A Load lever PnP Cap B This side of the socket. Load plate 5. Gold triangle mark ASUS P5G-MX A 1- Press the load lever with your thumb (A) and move it to the left (B) until it is on the bottom‑left corner of the cam ...
Retention tab A Load lever PnP Cap B This side of the socket. Load plate 5. Gold triangle mark ASUS P5G-MX A 1- Press the load lever with your thumb (A) and move it to the left (B) until it is on the bottom‑left corner of the cam ...
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... designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • Install the motherboard to install. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. ASUS P5G-MX 1-11 Place the heatsink on the motherboard. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you use only Intel®‑...
... designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • Install the motherboard to install. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. ASUS P5G-MX 1-11 Place the heatsink on the motherboard. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you use only Intel®‑...
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B A B B A ASUS P5G-MX 1-13 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink B and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the A A motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
B A B B A ASUS P5G-MX 1-13 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink B and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the A A motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
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... DDR DIMM. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. ASUS P5G-MX 1-15 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMMA DIMMB 112 Pins 128 Pins P5G-MX R P5G-MX 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A DIMM_B 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install...
... DDR DIMM. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. ASUS P5G-MX 1-15 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMMA DIMMB 112 Pins 128 Pins P5G-MX R P5G-MX 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A DIMM_B 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install...
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... not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5G-MX 1-19 Support the DIMM lightly with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 1 3. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing...
... not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5G-MX 1-19 Support the DIMM lightly with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 1 3. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing...
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... - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. ASUS P5G-MX 1-21 shared - - - - - - shared - C D E F G H - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - 1.8.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Standard Function 0 System Timer 1 Keyboard Controller 2 Re-direct to IRQ#9 4 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 IRQ...
... - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. ASUS P5G-MX 1-21 shared - - - - - - shared - C D E F G H - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - 1.8.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Standard Function 0 System Timer 1 Keyboard Controller 2 Re-direct to IRQ#9 4 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 IRQ...
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1.9 Jumpers 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. P5G-MX R 12 23 CLRTC P5G-MX Clear RTC RAM Normal (Default) Clear RTC ASUS P5G-MX 1-23 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. Re-install ...
1.9 Jumpers 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. P5G-MX R 12 23 CLRTC P5G-MX Clear RTC RAM Normal (Default) Clear RTC ASUS P5G-MX 1-23 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. Re-install ...
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.... These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 8. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. ASUS P5G-MX 1-25 This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other serial devices. 9. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. 3. Serial port. This...
.... These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 8. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. ASUS P5G-MX 1-25 This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other serial devices. 9. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. 3. Serial port. This...
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...drives. The speaker allows you to the table below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive connections. P5G-MX R SPEAKER Speaker Out GND GND 1 +5V P5G-MX Speaker Out Connector ASUS P5G-MX 1-27 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal ...cables for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Refer to hear system beeps and warnings. P5G-MX R GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND ...
...drives. The speaker allows you to the table below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive connections. P5G-MX R SPEAKER Speaker Out GND GND 1 +5V P5G-MX Speaker Out Connector ASUS P5G-MX 1-27 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal ...cables for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Refer to hear system beeps and warnings. P5G-MX R GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND ...
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... Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts NC Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts ASUS P5G-MX 1-29 6. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • Do not forget to fit these connectors in only one...
... Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts NC Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts ASUS P5G-MX 1-29 6. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • Do not forget to fit these connectors in only one...
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.... Azalia-compliant Legacy AC'97-compliant pin definition pin definition AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD AGND NC NC NC P5G-MX R AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R Line out_R NC Line out_L MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L P5G-MX Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC'97 audio standard. ASUS P5G-MX 1-31
.... Azalia-compliant Legacy AC'97-compliant pin definition pin definition AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD AGND NC NC NC P5G-MX R AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R Line out_R NC Line out_L MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L P5G-MX Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC'97 audio standard. ASUS P5G-MX 1-31
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... Completed. b. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for version information. 2. Make sure that contains the BIOS file to go through the long process...shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to choose the right BIOS files from the Windows® desktop, then select Computer. ASUS P5G-MX 2- Click Start. 2. A "P5GMX.ROM not found , EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done....
... Completed. b. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for version information. 2. Make sure that contains the BIOS file to go through the long process...shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to choose the right BIOS files from the Windows® desktop, then select Computer. ASUS P5G-MX 2- Click Start. 2. A "P5GMX.ROM not found , EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done....
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...the BIOS. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is the latest or the original BIOS file on a piece of your computer A:\> ASUS P5G-MX 2- WARNING!! done Writing ...flash ...... done Verifying flash .... Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for version information. Do not turn off power during...
...the BIOS. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is the latest or the original BIOS file on a piece of your computer A:\> ASUS P5G-MX 2- WARNING!! done Writing ...flash ...... done Verifying flash .... Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for version information. Do not turn off power during...
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... utility allows you update the BIOS using this utility. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update utility is copied to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS P5G-MX 2- Quit all Windows® applications before you to: • Save the current ... CD that allows you to your system. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. This utility is available in the optical drive. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP...
... utility allows you update the BIOS using this utility. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update utility is copied to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS P5G-MX 2- Quit all Windows® applications before you to: • Save the current ... CD that allows you to your system. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. This utility is available in the optical drive. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP...
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... through the Internet. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS P5G-MX 2- Always update the utility to download. 4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to avail all its features. Launch the...
... through the Internet. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS P5G-MX 2- Always update the utility to download. 4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to avail all its features. Launch the...
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.... 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the navigation keys differ from one screen to select items in the menu and change the settings. ASUS P5G-MX 2-11
.... 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the navigation keys differ from one screen to select items in the menu and change the settings. ASUS P5G-MX 2-11
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... how to select a field. 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to set the system date. ASUS P5G-MX 2-13 Use [+] or [-] to configure system time. 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx...
... how to select a field. 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to set the system date. ASUS P5G-MX 2-13 Use [+] or [-] to configure system time. 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx...