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System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the front and rear panels, and internal components. The chapter lists the system features including an introduction of the ASUS book size barebone system. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system
System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the front and rear panels, and internal components. The chapter lists the system features including an introduction of the ASUS book size barebone system. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system
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... slots. 11. This port provides high-speed connectivity for 5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio. This port connects a headphone with the supplied security key. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 13 1.3 Front panel (internal) The optical drive, storage card reader, PCMCIA slot, and several 8 I /O door if a storage card is inserted...
... slots. 11. This port provides high-speed connectivity for 5.1-channel surround sound and enhanced 3D audio. This port connects a headphone with the supplied security key. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 13 1.3 Front panel (internal) The optical drive, storage card reader, PCMCIA slot, and several 8 I /O door if a storage card is inserted...
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... connects a headphone or a speaker. This socket connects the power cable and plug. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other audio sources. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 15
... connects a headphone or a speaker. This socket connects the power cable and plug. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other audio sources. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 15
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Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components to the system. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system
Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components to the system. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system
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ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 19 2.3 Removing the cover To remove the cover: 1 1 1. Use a Phillips (cross) screw driver to the chassis. 2. Keep the screws for later use. 3 3. Lift the cover, then set aside. Pull the cover slightly toward the rear panel until the cover tabs disengage from the chassis. 4. On the rear panel, locate the two screws that secure the cover to remove the cover screws.
ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 19 2.3 Removing the cover To remove the cover: 1 1 1. Use a Phillips (cross) screw driver to the chassis. 2. Keep the screws for later use. 3 3. Lift the cover, then set aside. Pull the cover slightly toward the rear panel until the cover tabs disengage from the chassis. 4. On the rear panel, locate the two screws that secure the cover to remove the cover screws.
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Locate the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. 2. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 21 Do not replace the proprietary CPU fan and heatsink with a surface mount 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket specifically ...
Locate the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. 2. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 21 Do not replace the proprietary CPU fan and heatsink with a surface mount 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket specifically ...
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Locate the 478-pin CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. Socket Lever 90 - 100 ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 23 9. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways then lifting it up to a 90° angle. Slightly lift the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then set aside. 2.5.2 CPU installation To install the CPU: 1.
Locate the 478-pin CPU socket on the motherboard. 2. Socket Lever 90 - 100 ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 23 9. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways then lifting it up to a 90° angle. Slightly lift the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then set aside. 2.5.2 CPU installation To install the CPU: 1.
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Follow steps 2 to 4 to the retention module hole. 5. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 25 Attach the retention bracket hook in the retention module hole. 3 4. Carefully press down the 4 retention bracket locking lever until its ...
Follow steps 2 to 4 to the retention module hole. 5. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 25 Attach the retention bracket hook in the retention module hole. 3 4. Carefully press down the 4 retention bracket locking lever until its ...
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... 231M52034480042 WINBOND W942508BH-5 256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223DTM-CC4 SAMSUNG K4H560838D-TCC4 256MB PSC 960AL5D8B53TA1-5B PSC A2S56D30BTP Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors. Follow these steps to avoid damaging the memory module(s). Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward...Make sure to unplug the power supply before installing the DIMM(s) to install a DIMM. 1. DDR DIMM notch Unlocked retaining clip ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 27 2.6.3 Qualified Vendor List The following table lists the DDR400 memory modules that the notch on the DIMM...
... 231M52034480042 WINBOND W942508BH-5 256MB SAMSUNG M368L3223DTM-CC4 SAMSUNG K4H560838D-TCC4 256MB PSC 960AL5D8B53TA1-5B PSC A2S56D30BTP Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors. Follow these steps to avoid damaging the memory module(s). Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward...Make sure to unplug the power supply before installing the DIMM(s) to install a DIMM. 1. DDR DIMM notch Unlocked retaining clip ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 27 2.6.3 Qualified Vendor List The following table lists the DDR400 memory modules that the notch on the DIMM...
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PCI riser assembly ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 29 Failure to do so may need to install PCI cards to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion ...
PCI riser assembly ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 29 Failure to do so may need to install PCI cards to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion ...
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... Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for information on the next page. 3. shared -- -- shared -- ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 31 Install the software drivers for this motherboard PCI slot 1 Onboard USB controller HC0 Onboard USB controller HC1 Onboard USB 2.0 controller...
... Data Processor 14* 9 Primary IDE Channel 15* 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for information on the next page. 3. shared -- -- shared -- ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 31 Install the software drivers for this motherboard PCI slot 1 Onboard USB controller HC0 Onboard USB controller HC1 Onboard USB 2.0 controller...
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Connect one end of the 40-pin IDE cable to the power connector at the back of the drive. 8. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 33 Connect a 4-pin power plug from the power supply unit to the IDE connector at the back of the drive. 6. Connect ...
Connect one end of the 40-pin IDE cable to the power connector at the back of the drive. 8. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 33 Connect a 4-pin power plug from the power supply unit to the IDE connector at the back of the drive. 6. Connect ...
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... the drive tray should be less than or equal to 13 millimeters in parallel with the lower drive screw holes. 13mm 4.5mm ↓ ↓ ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 35 The height of the bottom edge of the drive tray. 2.8.3 Installing an optical drive Recommended optical drive dimension You must...
... the drive tray should be less than or equal to 13 millimeters in parallel with the lower drive screw holes. 13mm 4.5mm ↓ ↓ ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 35 The height of the bottom edge of the drive tray. 2.8.3 Installing an optical drive Recommended optical drive dimension You must...
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... 69 for the location of the drive. Connect one end of the IDE IDE cable ribbon cable to the 4-pin CD connector on the motherboard. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 37 Re-install the storage drive assembly, then secure it with Pin 1 on the motherboard. Connect the other end of...
... 69 for the location of the drive. Connect one end of the IDE IDE cable ribbon cable to the 4-pin CD connector on the motherboard. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 37 Re-install the storage drive assembly, then secure it with Pin 1 on the motherboard. Connect the other end of...
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Replace the front panel cover by following these instructions. 1. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 39 Secure the system cover with the screws you removed earlier. Push the system cover toward the front panel until they fit in place. 4. Position the cover at least two inches from the front panel, then align the cover hooks to the chassis holes until it fits in place. 2. 2.9 Replacing the cover After installing all system components and re-connecting all cables, replace the system cover by fastening its hooks to the chassis rail. 3 3.
Replace the front panel cover by following these instructions. 1. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 39 Secure the system cover with the screws you removed earlier. Push the system cover toward the front panel until they fit in place. 4. Position the cover at least two inches from the front panel, then align the cover hooks to the chassis holes until it fits in place. 2. 2.9 Replacing the cover After installing all system components and re-connecting all cables, replace the system cover by fastening its hooks to the chassis rail. 3 3.
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2.10.2 Re-installing the foot stand To re-install the foot stand: 1. Pull the foot stand toward the front panel until it fits in place. Locate six tab holes on the bottom of the chassis. 2. Hooks Tab holes 3. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 41 Align the foot stand hooks to the chassis holes, then lay the foot stand over the chassis bottom.
2.10.2 Re-installing the foot stand To re-install the foot stand: 1. Pull the foot stand toward the front panel until it fits in place. Locate six tab holes on the bottom of the chassis. 2. Hooks Tab holes 3. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 41 Align the foot stand hooks to the chassis holes, then lay the foot stand over the chassis bottom.
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... Voltage +5V +12V +3.3V Maximum Voltage 6.5V 15.6V 4.3V The power supply will shut down or automatically recover when the fault condition is removed ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 43 at 230Vac, maximum load 90A max. 2.11.2 Power supply specifications Input Characteristics Input Voltage Range Range 1 Range 2 Input Frequency...
... Voltage +5V +12V +3.3V Maximum Voltage 6.5V 15.6V 4.3V The power supply will shut down or automatically recover when the fault condition is removed ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 43 at 230Vac, maximum load 90A max. 2.11.2 Power supply specifications Input Characteristics Input Voltage Range Range 1 Range 2 Input Frequency...
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This chapter also describes the software applications that the system supports. Starting up Chapter 3 This chapter tells you how to turn on the system and install the drivers and utilities from the support CD. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system
This chapter also describes the software applications that the system supports. Starting up Chapter 3 This chapter tells you how to turn on the system and install the drivers and utilities from the support CD. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system
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Press the system power button ( ) to use the PCMCIA and storage card reader slots, and the optical drive. 3.3.1 PCMCIA card slot The system comes with a PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) card slot that supports Type I/II PCMCIA cards. System power button 3.3 Using the system The following sections illustrate how to enter the OS. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 49 3.2 Powering up The system has two power buttons located in the front panel. The illustration shows how to insert a PCMCIA card.
Press the system power button ( ) to use the PCMCIA and storage card reader slots, and the optical drive. 3.3.1 PCMCIA card slot The system comes with a PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) card slot that supports Type I/II PCMCIA cards. System power button 3.3 Using the system The following sections illustrate how to enter the OS. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 49 3.2 Powering up The system has two power buttons located in the front panel. The illustration shows how to insert a PCMCIA card.
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... ATI All In One Driver for updates. 3.4.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, place the CD in your optical drive. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 51 ATI All In One Driver Click this item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Visit the... ASUS website for the P4R8L motherboard. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to activate the devices. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT...
... ATI All In One Driver for updates. 3.4.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, place the CD in your optical drive. ASUS AB-P2800 book size barebone system 51 ATI All In One Driver Click this item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Visit the... ASUS website for the P4R8L motherboard. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to activate the devices. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT...