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... such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. E2737 First Edition August 2006 Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND... SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in writing...
... such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. E2737 First Edition August 2006 Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND... SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in writing...
Motherboard Installation Guide
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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Typography ix P5L-MX specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Typography ix P5L-MX specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU...
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... EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x CD in connector 1 x Front panel high-definition audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x System Panel connector ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8 in (24.5cm x 20.3cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS update ASUS Screensaver *Specifications are subject to change...
... EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x CD in connector 1 x Front panel high-definition audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x System Panel connector ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8 in (24.5cm x 20.3cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS update ASUS Screensaver *Specifications are subject to change...
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...up the PCI bus. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 667/533/400 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of up to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with existing PCI specifications. ASUS P5L-MX 1- The GMCH features the Intel® ... by carrying data in the 775-land package with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 10.7 GB/s. The SATA specification allows for details. See page 1-22 for thinner, more flexible cables with 533/800/1066 MHz front side bus (FSB), dual channel...
...up the PCI bus. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 667/533/400 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of up to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with existing PCI specifications. ASUS P5L-MX 1- The GMCH features the Intel® ... by carrying data in the 775-land package with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 10.7 GB/s. The SATA specification allows for details. See page 1-22 for thinner, more flexible cables with 533/800/1066 MHz front side bus (FSB), dual channel...
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... The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 1.8.6 PCI Express x1 This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card,... and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI Express x1...
... The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 1.8.6 PCI Express x1 This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card,... and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI Express x1...
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...Bus (USB) ports are available for a VGA monitor or other end to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with serial specification. 11. R P5L-MX Floppy Disk Drive Connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices that conform with a covered... disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is removed to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. FLOPPY P5L-MX PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the connector is for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Pin 5 on the...
...Bus (USB) ports are available for a VGA monitor or other end to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with serial specification. 11. R P5L-MX Floppy Disk Drive Connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices that conform with a covered... disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is removed to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. FLOPPY P5L-MX PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the connector is for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Pin 5 on the...
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..., then install the module to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P5L-MX USB56 1 R P5L-MX USB 2.0 Connectors USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB78 1 Never connect a 1394 cable...of the optical drive. ASUS P5L-MX 1-31 P5L-MX Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel CD R (black) P5L-MX Internal Audio Connector Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this connector. 8. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that connects to 480...
..., then install the module to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P5L-MX USB56 1 R P5L-MX USB 2.0 Connectors USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB78 1 Never connect a 1394 cable...of the optical drive. ASUS P5L-MX 1-31 P5L-MX Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel CD R (black) P5L-MX Internal Audio Connector Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this connector. 8. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that connects to 480...
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.... 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that the iteam has a sub-menu. Use [+] or [-] to display a pop-up window Scroll bar ASUS P5L-MX 2-13 Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in ] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Main...
.... 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that the iteam has a sub-menu. Use [+] or [-] to display a pop-up window Scroll bar ASUS P5L-MX 2-13 Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in ] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Main...
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... 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 either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Type [Auto... type. Setting to display the IDE device information. Setting to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5L-MX 2-15 Primary IDE Master Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode...
... 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 either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Type [Auto... type. Setting to display the IDE device information. Setting to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5L-MX 2-15 Primary IDE Master Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode...
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... Memory Size : 512MB Appropriated : 0MB 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 ASUS P5L-MX 2-17 We recommend that you an overview of these options and encounter problems, revert to use native OS on Serial ATA...
... Memory Size : 512MB Appropriated : 0MB 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 ASUS P5L-MX 2-17 We recommend that you an overview of these options and encounter problems, revert to use native OS on Serial ATA...
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...Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Allows you to be used for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to select the ...[Yes] 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to [Reserved], the IRQ is included in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5L-MX 2-29 When set to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the RSDT ...
...Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Allows you to be used for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to select the ...[Yes] 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to [Reserved], the IRQ is included in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5L-MX 2-29 When set to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the RSDT ...
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... use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5L-MX 2-31 This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. This feature ...system through a PCI Express LAN card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. Configuration ...
... use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5L-MX 2-31 This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. This feature ...system through a PCI Express LAN card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. Configuration ...
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...: [Ignored] [xxxRPM] or [N/A] VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. ASUS P5L-MX 2-33 If the fan is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. If the fan is not connected to the power fan connector, the...
...: [Ignored] [xxxRPM] or [N/A] VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. ASUS P5L-MX 2-33 If the fan is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. If the fan is not connected to the power fan connector, the...
P5L-MX English Edition User's Manual
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... only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. ii ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL ...USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. No part of this manual may or...
... only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. ii ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL ...USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. No part of this manual may or...
P5L-MX English Edition User's Manual
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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Typography ix P5L-MX specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Typography ix P5L-MX specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU...
P5L-MX English Edition User's Manual
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... EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x CD in connector 1 x Front panel high-definition audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x System Panel connector ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8 in (24.5cm x 20.3cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS update ASUS Screensaver *Specifications are subject to change...
... EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x CD in connector 1 x Front panel high-definition audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x System Panel connector ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8 in (24.5cm x 20.3cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS update ASUS Screensaver *Specifications are subject to change...
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...the bandwidth of up to 300 MB/s data transfer rate. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with peak bandwidths of your system memory to 1-18 for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. ASUS P5L-MX 1- See pages 1‑15 to boost system performance, eliminating ... side bus (FSB), dual channel DDR2 at speeds of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 667/533/400 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of up to ...
...the bandwidth of up to 300 MB/s data transfer rate. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with peak bandwidths of your system memory to 1-18 for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. ASUS P5L-MX 1- See pages 1‑15 to boost system performance, eliminating ... side bus (FSB), dual channel DDR2 at speeds of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 667/533/400 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of up to ...
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... a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card. 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on ...the PCI Express x16 slot. 1.8.6 PCI Express x1 This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI...
... a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card. 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on ...the PCI Express x16 slot. 1.8.6 PCI Express x1 This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI...
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... connector at the back of the cable to this connector, then connect the other devices that conform with a covered Pin 5. R P5L-MX Floppy Disk Drive Connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-channel ...compatible devices. 10. FLOPPY P5L-MX PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the connector is for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Pin 5 on the floppy ribbon cable to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with serial specification. 11. PS/2 keyboard ...
... connector at the back of the cable to this connector, then connect the other devices that conform with a covered Pin 5. R P5L-MX Floppy Disk Drive Connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-channel ...compatible devices. 10. FLOPPY P5L-MX PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the connector is for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Pin 5 on the floppy ribbon cable to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with serial specification. 11. PS/2 keyboard ...
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... will damage the motherboard! Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the optional USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the audio connector at the back of the optical drive. ASUS P5L-MX 1-31 USB connectors... connector. 8. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that connects to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P5L-MX USB56 1 R P5L-MX USB 2.0 Connectors USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB78 1...
... will damage the motherboard! Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the optional USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the audio connector at the back of the optical drive. ASUS P5L-MX 1-31 USB connectors... connector. 8. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that connects to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P5L-MX USB56 1 R P5L-MX USB 2.0 Connectors USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB78 1...