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... rear panel, and internal components. 2. viii This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. Chapter 3: Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD. 4. AH2 barebone system. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P1 - How this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that...
... rear panel, and internal components. 2. viii This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. Chapter 3: Starting up This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD. 4. AH2 barebone system. Chapter 4: Motherboard information This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P1 - How this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that...
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... • Power cable and plug • Serial ATA power cable and signal cable • IDE cable 3. Item description 1. AH2 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • CPU fan and heatsink assembly • CompactFlash card reader • 3-in-1 storage card reader • PCI riser card • 250W power supply unit 2. Quick installation Guide x CDs • Support CD • Recover PRO CD 4. System package contents Check your retailer immediately. ASUS Pundit P1 -
... • Power cable and plug • Serial ATA power cable and signal cable • IDE cable 3. Item description 1. AH2 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • CPU fan and heatsink assembly • CompactFlash card reader • 3-in-1 storage card reader • PCI riser card • 250W power supply unit 2. Quick installation Guide x CDs • Support CD • Recover PRO CD 4. System package contents Check your retailer immediately. ASUS Pundit P1 -
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ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Pundit P1-AH2. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Pundit P1-AH2. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
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... of system memory using DDR2-800/667/533/400 DIMMs, high-resolution graphics via integrated graphics controller, Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 6-channel audio. 1.2 Front panel External Internal 1 1 2 3 2 3 4 4 5 6 5 7 6 8 9 10 1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction The system comes in -one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 is an all-in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the...
... of system memory using DDR2-800/667/533/400 DIMMs, high-resolution graphics via integrated graphics controller, Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 6-channel audio. 1.2 Front panel External Internal 1 1 2 3 2 3 4 4 5 6 5 7 6 8 9 10 1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction The system comes in -one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 is an all-in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the...
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Optical drive bay cover 4. USB 2.0 ports. 9. Power button 6. S/PDIF Out port. 6. 6-pin IEEE 1394 port. 7. 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. 8. Microphone port. 10. Press to open the front panel cover 5. Power LED Internal 1. CompactFlash card slot. 3. External 1. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 1-3 Optical drive eject button 2. Reset button. 2. Headphone port. Front panel cover. 4. 3-in-1 card reader. 5. HDD LED 3.
Optical drive bay cover 4. USB 2.0 ports. 9. Power button 6. S/PDIF Out port. 6. 6-pin IEEE 1394 port. 7. 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. 8. Microphone port. 10. Press to open the front panel cover 5. Power LED Internal 1. CompactFlash card slot. 3. External 1. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 1-3 Optical drive eject button 2. Reset button. 2. Headphone port. Front panel cover. 4. 3-in-1 card reader. 5. HDD LED 3.
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...USB 2.0 ports. 7. S-Video Out port. 13. Power supply air vents. 12. Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-s p e a k e r Line In Line Out Mic In 4-speaker Surround Out Front Speaker Out Mic 6-speaker Surround Out Front Speaker Out Center/Bass ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 1-5 6. Use this switch... to select the correct system input voltage according to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in your area. PCI slot mental brackets. ...
...USB 2.0 ports. 7. S-Video Out port. 13. Power supply air vents. 12. Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-s p e a k e r Line In Line Out Mic In 4-speaker Surround Out Front Speaker Out Mic 6-speaker Surround Out Front Speaker Out Center/Bass ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 1-5 6. Use this switch... to select the correct system input voltage according to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in your area. PCI slot mental brackets. ...
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DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Expansion card(s) 4. Hard disk drive 5. Optical drive Tool Phillips (cross) screw driver 2.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the system. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to...
DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Expansion card(s) 4. Hard disk drive 5. Optical drive Tool Phillips (cross) screw driver 2.2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install components into the system. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to...
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2.3 Removing the side cover 1. Remove the cover screws. Lift the cover, then set aside. Keep the screws for later use. 2. Pull the cover slightly toward the rear panel. 3. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-3
2.3 Removing the side cover 1. Remove the cover screws. Lift the cover, then set aside. Keep the screws for later use. 2. Pull the cover slightly toward the rear panel. 3. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-3
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Remove two screws securing the blower to the retention module. 4. Disconnect the CPU fan cable. 2. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-5 Set the blower aside. 3. Unhook and slide out the metal clips that secure the fan and heatsink assembly to the CPU fan. 2.6 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink 1. Lift the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then set aside.
Remove two screws securing the blower to the retention module. 4. Disconnect the CPU fan cable. 2. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-5 Set the blower aside. 3. Unhook and slide out the metal clips that secure the fan and heatsink assembly to the CPU fan. 2.6 Removing the CPU fan and heatsink 1. Lift the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then set aside.
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Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-7 When the CPU is locked. 6. 3. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. 5.
Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-7 When the CPU is locked. 6. 3. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. 5.
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2. Secure the card with a screw. 4. Make sure that you intend to the slot, then press the card firmly until it fits in place. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that the riser card connector sits properly on the motherboard PCI slot. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-13 Insert the card connector to use. 3. Reinstall the PCI riser card assembly.
2. Secure the card with a screw. 4. Make sure that you intend to the slot, then press the card firmly until it fits in place. Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that the riser card connector sits properly on the motherboard PCI slot. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-13 Insert the card connector to use. 3. Reinstall the PCI riser card assembly.
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Connect the 4-pin power plugs to the power connectors at the back of the drives. 1. Secure the storage drive assembly with three screws. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-15 Install the storage drive assembly to the hard disk drive. Connect the black plug of the IDE cable to the optical drive, then the gray plug to the chassis. 4. 2.11 Reinstalling the storage drive assembly Before reinstalling the...
Connect the 4-pin power plugs to the power connectors at the back of the drives. 1. Secure the storage drive assembly with three screws. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 2-15 Install the storage drive assembly to the hard disk drive. Connect the black plug of the IDE cable to the optical drive, then the gray plug to the chassis. 4. 2.11 Reinstalling the storage drive assembly Before reinstalling the...
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.... • Screen display and driver options may not be the same for more information. 3.2 Powering up Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for updates. 3-2 Chapter 3: Starting up Press the system power button ( ) to change at any time without notice. 3.1 Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows® 2000/XP operating...
.... • Screen display and driver options may not be the same for more information. 3.2 Powering up Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for updates. 3-2 Chapter 3: Starting up Press the system power button ( ) to change at any time without notice. 3.1 Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows® 2000/XP operating...
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... icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is enabled in your optical drive. NVIDIA GeForce 61X0 Display Driver Installs the NVIDIA GeForce 61X0 display driver. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer. Realtek Audio Driver Allows you to run the CD. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-3 Double-click the...
... icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is enabled in your optical drive. NVIDIA GeForce 61X0 Display Driver Installs the NVIDIA GeForce 61X0 display driver. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer. Realtek Audio Driver Allows you to run the CD. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-3 Double-click the...
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... this user guide. 3.4 Software information Most of the applications in the support CD have wizards that monitors the computerʼs vital components and alerts you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with these components. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-5 Anti-virus utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer...
... this user guide. 3.4 Software information Most of the applications in the support CD have wizards that monitors the computerʼs vital components and alerts you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with these components. ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-5 Anti-virus utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer...
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...the main window displays the Preference section. You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II. Place the support CD to...drive. Click to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder. Installing PC Probe II To install PC Probe II on the main window right handle. If Autorun is not enabled in the Windows® taskbar. Double-click the setup.exe file to complete installation. Follow the screen instructions to start installation. 2. The Drivers installation...
...the main window displays the Preference section. You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II. Place the support CD to...drive. Click to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder. Installing PC Probe II To install PC Probe II on the main window right handle. If Autorun is not enabled in the Windows® taskbar. Double-click the setup.exe file to complete installation. Follow the screen instructions to start installation. 2. The Drivers installation...
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.... ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-7 Refer to activate or deactivate. When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Button Function Opens the Configuration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard...
.... ASUS Pundit P1-AH2 3-7 Refer to activate or deactivate. When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Button Function Opens the Configuration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard...
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... Power-On Self Test) 3. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. 5-2 Chapter 5: BIOS setup The ASUS Update utility is available in the support CD that allows you to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. 5.1 Managing and updating your system. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in case you update the BIOS...
... Power-On Self Test) 3. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. 5-2 Chapter 5: BIOS setup The ASUS Update utility is available in the support CD that allows you to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. 5.1 Managing and updating your system. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in case you update the BIOS...
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...BIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Configuration Select Menu CPU Type AMD Sempron (tm) Processor 3200+ CPU Speed 1810MHz Cache RAM 128K DRAM Configuration AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Function [Auto] Item Specific Help DRAM timing and control. Memory Clock Frequency Sets...] [Auto] 5-20 Chapter 5: BIOS setup Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility DRAM Configuration Timing Mode Memory Clock Frequency [Auto] [Auto] Select Menu Item Specific Help Timing Mode Configuration options: [Auto] [MaxMemClk] [Manual]. DRAM Configuration The items...
...BIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Configuration Select Menu CPU Type AMD Sempron (tm) Processor 3200+ CPU Speed 1810MHz Cache RAM 128K DRAM Configuration AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Function [Auto] Item Specific Help DRAM timing and control. Memory Clock Frequency Sets...] [Auto] 5-20 Chapter 5: BIOS setup Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility DRAM Configuration Timing Mode Memory Clock Frequency [Auto] [Auto] Select Menu Item Specific Help Timing Mode Configuration options: [Auto] [MaxMemClk] [Manual]. DRAM Configuration The items...