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P4S800-MX: les spécifications BIOS Standards Gestion Format Contenu du CD de support 2Mb Flash EEPROM, DMI, PnP features, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM 2.0, ASUS CrashFree BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash, et ASUS C.P.U. (CPU Parameter Recall) PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 WOL/WOR by PME, Wake on USB KB/Mouse Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Pilotes ASUS PC Probe ASUS LiveUpdate ASUS Screensaver Adobe Acrobat Reader Anti-virus Utility Microsoft® DirectX 8.1 viii
P4S800-MX: les spécifications BIOS Standards Gestion Format Contenu du CD de support 2Mb Flash EEPROM, DMI, PnP features, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM 2.0, ASUS CrashFree BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash, et ASUS C.P.U. (CPU Parameter Recall) PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 WOL/WOR by PME, Wake on USB KB/Mouse Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Pilotes ASUS PC Probe ASUS LiveUpdate ASUS Screensaver Adobe Acrobat Reader Anti-virus Utility Microsoft® DirectX 8.1 viii
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... la carte mère PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR1 24.5cm (9.6in) Socket 478 CPU_FAN1 Super I/O 2Mb ISA KBPWR1 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB P4S800-MX DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) SEC_IDE1 PRI_IDE1 FLOPPY1 24.5cm (9.6in) PARALLEL PORT VGA1 USB1 USB2...
... la carte mère PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR1 24.5cm (9.6in) Socket 478 CPU_FAN1 Super I/O 2Mb ISA KBPWR1 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB P4S800-MX DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) SEC_IDE1 PRI_IDE1 FLOPPY1 24.5cm (9.6in) PARALLEL PORT VGA1 USB1 USB2...
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...file "P4S800MX.BIN". This utility is copied into the CD-ROM drive. DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! To install ASUS Update: 1. Start flashing... Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. The ASUS Update ...the utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Bad BIOS checksum. Completed. See page 3-3 for floppy... Select your system. Checking for the Utilities menu screen. 3. Manuel ASUS P4S800-MX 2-7 Insert the support CD into your desired update method, then click...
...file "P4S800MX.BIN". This utility is copied into the CD-ROM drive. DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! To install ASUS Update: 1. Start flashing... Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. The ASUS Update ...the utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Bad BIOS checksum. Completed. See page 3-3 for floppy... Select your system. Checking for the Utilities menu screen. 3. Manuel ASUS P4S800-MX 2-7 Insert the support CD into your desired update method, then click...
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Contents Notices v Safety information vi P4S800-MX specification summary vii About this guide viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 Onboard LED 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement ...
Contents Notices v Safety information vi P4S800-MX specification summary vii About this guide viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 Onboard LED 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement ...
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P4S800-MX specification summary* CPU Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4 Northwood/Willamette processor Intel® Hyper-Threading technology ready New power design for next generation ...
P4S800-MX specification summary* CPU Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4 Northwood/Willamette processor Intel® Hyper-Threading technology ready New power design for next generation ...
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P4S800-MX specification summary BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Form Factor Support CD contents 2Mb Flash EEPROM, DMI, PnP features, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM 2.0, ASUS CrashFree BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash, and ASUS C.P.U. (CPU Parameter Recall) PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 WOL/WOR by PME, Wake on USB KB/Mouse Micro-ATX form factor:... 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS LiveUpdate ASUS Screensaver Adobe Acrobat Reader Trend Micro™ PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software Microsoft® DirectX 8.1 About this guide Conventions used...
P4S800-MX specification summary BIOS features Industry standard Manageability Form Factor Support CD contents 2Mb Flash EEPROM, DMI, PnP features, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM 2.0, ASUS CrashFree BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash, and ASUS C.P.U. (CPU Parameter Recall) PCI 2.2, USB 2.0/1.1 WOL/WOR by PME, Wake on USB KB/Mouse Micro-ATX form factor:... 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS LiveUpdate ASUS Screensaver Adobe Acrobat Reader Trend Micro™ PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software Microsoft® DirectX 8.1 About this guide Conventions used...
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... Product introduction See page 1-8. SiS661FX/963L chipset Embedded in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm) ASUS P4S800-MX series support CD 80-conductor UltraATA IDE cable Ribbon cable for the following items. ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in this motherboard is damaged or missing, ... 6.4GB/s, 4.3GB/s and 3.2GB/s data transfer rates, respectively. The P4S800-MX also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and the next-generation Intel® Prescott CPU. The ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , ...
... Product introduction See page 1-8. SiS661FX/963L chipset Embedded in (24.5 cm x 24.5 cm) ASUS P4S800-MX series support CD 80-conductor UltraATA IDE cable Ribbon cable for the following items. ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in this motherboard is damaged or missing, ... 6.4GB/s, 4.3GB/s and 3.2GB/s data transfer rates, respectively. The P4S800-MX also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and the next-generation Intel® Prescott CPU. The ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , ...
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... peripherals, core logic chipsets, front side bus, memory and graphic interfaces. This technology dramatically optimizes and improves the entire computer system performance. See page 1-17. ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-3 The SiS963L provides LPC and AC'97 interfaces, and complies with Yamaha DLSbyXG sound set, 5.1 Virtual Theater™ and supports all major...
... peripherals, core logic chipsets, front side bus, memory and graphic interfaces. This technology dramatically optimizes and improves the entire computer system performance. See page 1-17. ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-3 The SiS963L provides LPC and AC'97 interfaces, and complies with Yamaha DLSbyXG sound set, 5.1 Virtual Theater™ and supports all major...
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... and 1-20. USB 2.0 is also available at mid-board to accommodate a USB module for an optional ROM. Unlike other competing vendors' products, ASUS motherboards now enable users to enjoy this protection feature without the need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy diskette even when BIOS... allows faster Internet connection, interactive gaming, and simultaneous running of high-speed peripherals. A USB header is backward compatible with USB 1.1. USB 2.0 connectivity The P4S800-MX rear panel is equipped with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
... and 1-20. USB 2.0 is also available at mid-board to accommodate a USB module for an optional ROM. Unlike other competing vendors' products, ASUS motherboards now enable users to enjoy this protection feature without the need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy diskette even when BIOS... allows faster Internet connection, interactive gaming, and simultaneous running of high-speed peripherals. A USB header is backward compatible with USB 1.1. USB 2.0 connectivity The P4S800-MX rear panel is equipped with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
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... power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before handling components to avoid damaging them . 4. Onboard LED The P4S800-MX comes with the component. 5. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before removing or plugging in soft-off mode, a reminder that you... lit, the green LED indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, ensure that came with a stand-by power LED. P4S800-MX P4S800-MX Onboard LED SB_PWR1 ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-5
... power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before handling components to avoid damaging them . 4. Onboard LED The P4S800-MX comes with the component. 5. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before removing or plugging in soft-off mode, a reminder that you... lit, the green LED indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, ensure that came with a stand-by power LED. P4S800-MX P4S800-MX Onboard LED SB_PWR1 ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-5
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...- 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR1 24.5cm (9.6in) Socket 478 CPU_FAN1 Super I/O 2Mb ISA KBPWR1 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB P4S800-MX DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) SEC_IDE1 PRI_IDE1 FLOPPY1 24.5cm (9.6in) PARALLEL PORT VGA1 USB1 USB2...
...- 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR1 24.5cm (9.6in) Socket 478 CPU_FAN1 Super I/O 2Mb ISA KBPWR1 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB P4S800-MX DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) SEC_IDE1 PRI_IDE1 FLOPPY1 24.5cm (9.6in) PARALLEL PORT VGA1 USB1 USB2...
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Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place eight (8) screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-7
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place eight (8) screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-7
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... should match a specific corner of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! Gold Arrow P4S800-MX Socket 478 Incorrect installation of the CPU socket. Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS to compile the ...code. Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading compliler to ensure system stability and performance. 2. For more information on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology 1. P4S800-MX 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The Intel® Pentium® 4 processor has a gold triangular mark on one corner. It is ...
... should match a specific corner of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! Gold Arrow P4S800-MX Socket 478 Incorrect installation of the CPU socket. Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS to compile the ...code. Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading compliler to ensure system stability and performance. 2. For more information on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology 1. P4S800-MX 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The Intel® Pentium® 4 processor has a gold triangular mark on one corner. It is ...
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... in completely. 90 - 100 3. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that its marked corner matches the base of the socket lever. 4. Gold Mark ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-9 Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. When the CPU is lifted up to a 90°- 100° angle. Position...
... in completely. 90 - 100 3. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that its marked corner matches the base of the socket lever. 4. Gold Mark ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-9 Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. When the CPU is lifted up to a 90°- 100° angle. Position...
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...the components. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR Qualified Vendors List. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction When installing long AGP cards, it is recommended to the Qualified DDR400 vendors list next page. Refer to install the memory modules first. P4S800-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM ...Sockets Make sure to do so may install 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors. Failure to unplug the power supply ...
...the components. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR Qualified Vendors List. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction When installing long AGP cards, it is recommended to the Qualified DDR400 vendors list next page. Refer to install the memory modules first. P4S800-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM ...Sockets Make sure to do so may install 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors. Failure to unplug the power supply ...
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DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-11 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to install a DIMM. 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Table 1 Qualified DDR400 ...
DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. ASUS P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-11 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to install a DIMM. 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Table 1 Qualified DDR400 ...
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.... used 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 P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-13 shared used used used shared -- -- -- GH used -- -- -- -- Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable Interrupt 3* 11...
.... used 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 P4S800-MX motherboard user guide 1-13 shared used used used shared -- -- -- GH used -- -- -- -- Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 N/A Programmable Interrupt 3* 11...
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... motherboard. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with +1.5V specification. P4S800-MX Keyed for one with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 AGP slot The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot that they fit the AGP slot on the card golden fingers... 8X/4X (+1.5V) cards. This motherboard does not support 3.3V AGP cards. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for 1.5v P4S800-MX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction
... motherboard. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with +1.5V specification. P4S800-MX Keyed for one with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 AGP slot The Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot that they fit the AGP slot on the card golden fingers... 8X/4X (+1.5V) cards. This motherboard does not support 3.3V AGP cards. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for 1.5v P4S800-MX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction