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...to 800MHz at the back panel) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - Supports up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - resolution of 4GB or more, Windows® 32-bit operating ...system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) ix P5G41T-M LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS...
...to 800MHz at the back panel) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - Supports up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - resolution of 4GB or more, Windows® 32-bit operating ...system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) ix P5G41T-M LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS...
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P5G41T-M LX specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU-L 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LPT port 1 x COM port 1 x VGA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x audio jacks 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports...shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus software (OEM version...
P5G41T-M LX specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU-L 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LPT port 1 x COM port 1 x VGA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x audio jacks 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports...shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus software (OEM version...
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eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on the environment. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to... the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to the motherboard USB port before entering the Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and flash drives with at 1 meter accuracy. This...
eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on the environment. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to... the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to the motherboard USB port before entering the Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and flash drives with at 1 meter accuracy. This...
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The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into it into the chassis in ... you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Ensure that you place it . Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-5 Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that...
The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into it into the chassis in ... you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Ensure that you place it . Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-5 Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that...
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... total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-19 Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you can provide 500mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). This feature requires...-8) Set these jumpers to +5V to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer by pressing a key on the +5VSB lead for each USB port;
... total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-19 Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you can provide 500mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). This feature requires...-8) Set these jumpers to +5V to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer by pressing a key on the +5VSB lead for each USB port;
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...Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 4. PS/2 mouse port (green). This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other audio sources. 5. LAN (RJ-45) port. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product...audio output: Use the chassis with HD audio module in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. This port allows Gigabit connection to a headphone or a speaker. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations...
...Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 4. PS/2 mouse port (green). This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other audio sources. 5. LAN (RJ-45) port. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product...audio output: Use the chassis with HD audio module in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. This port allows Gigabit connection to a headphone or a speaker. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations...
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...is set the item to this connector is for details. VGA port. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for pointing devices or other VGA-compatible devices. 10. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-21 PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). See section 2.4.3 Chipset for a chassis-mounted front ... front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...
...is set the item to this connector is for details. VGA port. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for pointing devices or other VGA-compatible devices. 10. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-21 PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). See section 2.4.3 Chipset for a chassis-mounted front ... front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...
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... is backward compatible with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for USB 2.0 ports. 4. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is purchased separately. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module...
... is backward compatible with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for USB 2.0 ports. 4. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is purchased separately. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module...
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... for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. These are not jumpers! Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-25 Do not forget to connect the...
... for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. These are not jumpers! Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-25 Do not forget to connect the...
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... click Open. 3. Before you to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in any of updating itself through the Internet. Press to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M LX VER: 0201 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 11... without using an OS‑based utility. Locate the BIOS file from a file, then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. The...
... click Open. 3. Before you to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in any of updating itself through the Internet. Press to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M LX VER: 0201 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 11... without using an OS‑based utility. Locate the BIOS file from a file, then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. The...
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... BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The removable devices that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that contains the BIOS file to the USB port or to section 2.8 Exit...cause system boot failure! Turn on again. For motherboards without the floppy connector, prepare a USB flash disk before using this utility. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to ensure system compatibility and stability.
... BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The removable devices that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that contains the BIOS file to the USB port or to section 2.8 Exit...cause system boot failure! Turn on again. For motherboards without the floppy connector, prepare a USB flash disk before using this utility. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to ensure system compatibility and stability.
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...Channel [DMA3] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [HD Audio] mode. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-13 Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3] EPP Version [1.9] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set the audio controller. Configuration ...options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC] Parallel Port Mode [ECP] Allows you to set ...
...Channel [DMA3] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [HD Audio] mode. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-13 Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3] EPP Version [1.9] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set the audio controller. Configuration ...options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC] Parallel Port Mode [ECP] Allows you to set ...
