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Revi sed Edi ti on V2
November 2006
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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ..............................................................................vii
About this guide .................................................................................viii
Typography ......................................................................................... ix
P5GZ-MX specifcations 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 heatsink and fan ................... 1-13
1.7 System memory .................................................................. 1-15
1.7.1 Overview ............................................................... 1-15
1.7.2 Memory confgurations ......................................... 1-15
1.7.3 DDR2 Qualifed Vendors List ................................. 1-16
1.7.4 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 1-17
1.7.5 Removing a DIMM .................................................. 1-17
1.8 Expansion slots ................................................................... 1-18
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 1-18
1.8.2 Confguring an expansion card .............................. 1-18
1.8.3 Interrupt assignments ........................................... 1-19
1.8.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 1-20
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 ................................................... 1-20
1.8.6 PCI Express x1 ..................................................... 1-20
1.9 Jumpers .............................................................................. 1-23
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1.10 Connectors ......................................................................... 1-26
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 1-26
1.10.2 Internal connectors ............................................... 1-27
Chapter 2: BIOS setup
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 2-2
2.1.1 Creating a bootable foppy disk .............................. 2-2
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility ............................................... 2-3
2.1.3 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 2-4
2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 2-6
2.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 2-8
2.2 BIOS setup program ............................................................ 2-11
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 2-12
2.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 2-12
2.2.3 Navigation keys ..................................................... 2-12
2.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 2-13
2.2.5 Sub-menu items .................................................... 2-13
2.2.6 Confguration felds ............................................... 2-13
2.2.7 Pop-up window ...................................................... 2-13
2.2.8 Scroll bar ............................................................... 2-13
2.2.9 General help .......................................................... 2-13
2.3 Main menu ........................................................................... 2-14
2.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 2-14
2.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 2-14
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ............................................... 2-14
2.3.4 Primary, Third and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ......... 2-15
2.3.5 IDE Confguration .................................................. 2-16
2.3.6 System Information............................................... 2-17
2.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 2-18
2.4.1 JumperFree Confguration ..................................... 2-18
2.4.2 LAN Cable Status .................................................. 2-20
2.4.3 USB Confguration ................................................. 2-21
2.4.4 CPU Confguration ................................................. 2-22
2.4.5 Chipset .................................................................. 2-23
2.4.6 Onboard Devices Confguration ............................. 2-25
2.4.7 PCI PnP .................................................................. 2-27
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2.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 2-28
2.5.1 Suspend Mode ....................................................... 2-28
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support ................................................. 2-28
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support ............................................... 2-28
2.5.4 APM Confguration ................................................ 2-29
2.5.5 Hardware Monitor .................................................. 2-31
2.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 2-32
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 2-32
2.6.2 Boot Settings Confguration ................................. 2-33
2.6.3 Security ................................................................. 2-34
2.8 Exit menu ............................................................................ 2-36
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 Installing an operating system .............................................. 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD .......................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu ........................................................... 3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 3-4
3.2.4 Manuals menu ......................................................... 3-5
3.2.5 ASUS Contact information ...................................... 3-6
Appendix: CPU features
A.1 Intel
D /
Pentium
4 / Celeron
D Processors
Compatible with Intel
06/05B/05A processors
Supports Intel
Hyper-Threading Technology
* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list
Northbridge: Intel
945GZ
Southbridge: Intel
ICH7
800/533 MHz
Dual-channel memory architecture
2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 2GB of
unbufferred non-ECC 533/400 MHz DDR2 DIMMs
Integrated Intel
. Intel
Core2 Duo is based on the Intel
Core
Microarchitecture and built on the 65-nanometer (nm) process technology
with copper interconnect. Intel
Core2 Duo allows users to step up to
new levels of gaming experience and multi-tasking performance. Boosting
performance is a shared and multi-core optimized L2 cache of 2 MB or 4
MB, guaranteeing enhanced user experience in the digital home and offce.
See page 2-8 for details.
Due to chipset limitation, Intel
945GZ graphics memory controller hub (GMCH) and the ICH7 I/O
controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. The GMCH
features the Intel
D/Pentium
4 and Celeron
D processors.
Your boxed Intel
Core2 Duo/Pentium
D/Pentium
4 or
Celeron
Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology.
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1. 6. 2 I nstal l l i ng the CPU heatsi nk and fan
The Intel
Core2 Duo/Pentium
D/Pentium
4 and Celeron
D processors
require a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum
thermal condition and performance.
Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan
and heatsink assembly
When you buy a boxed Intel
Core2 Duo/Pentium
D/Pentium
4
or Celeron
Core2 Duo/Pentium
D/Pentium
4 or Celeron
D
LGA775 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin
design and requires no tool to install.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure
that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink
or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the
installed CPU, making sure that
the four fasteners match the
holes on the motherboard.
Fastener
Motherboard hol e
Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove
directed outward.
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Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware
monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
We recommend you to install the chassis fan for better thermal
state.
3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan
cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
2. Push down two fasteners at
a time in a diagonal sequence
to secure the heatsink and fan
assembly in place.
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A B
B
B
B
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1. 6. 3 Uni nstal l i ng the CPU heatsi nk and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Disconnect the CPU fan
cable from the connector
on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a
time in a diagonal sequence
to disengage the heatsink
and fan assembly from the
motherboard.
A
A B
B
B
B
A
A
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4. Remove the heatsink and
fan assembly from the
motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener
clockwise to reset the
orientation.
The narrow end of the
groove should point
outward after resetting.
(The photo shows the
groove shaded for
emphasis.)
Narrow end of the groove
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1.7 System memory
1. 7. 1 Overvi ew
The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline
Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has
a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are
notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
The fgure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:
1. 7. 2 Memory confi gurati ons
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR2
DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
For dual-channel confguration, the total size of memory module(s)
installed per channel must be the same (DIMM_A1 = DIMM_B1).
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum
compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules
from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR2 Qualifed Vendors List on
next page for details.
This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of
128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory moudules. .
Channel Sockets
Channel A DIMM_A1
Channel B DIMM_B1
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1. 7. 3 DDR2 Qual i fi ed Vendors Li st
The following table lists the memory modules that have been tested and
qualifed for use with this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.
com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard.
Side(s): SS - Single Sided DS - Double Sided
DIMM Support:
A - supports one module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory
confguration.
B - supports one pair of modules inserted into the yellow slots as one pair of
Dual-channel memory confguration.
512MB KINGSTON HYB18T512800AF37 SS KVR533D2N4/512
1024MB KINGSTON 5YDIID9GCT DS KVR533D2N4/1G
256MB Qimonda HYB18T512160AF-3.7 SS HYS64T32000HU-3.7-A
512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF37 SS HYS64T64000HU-3.7-A
512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF37 SS HYS64T64000HU-3.7-B
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4 SS HYMP564U648-C4
1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4 DS HYMP512U648-C4
1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821FP-C4 DS HYMP512U648-C4
512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-C3 SS HYMP564U64AP8-C3
1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-C3 DS HYMP512U64AP8-C3
512MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E SS EBE51UD8ABFA-5C
512MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E SS EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E
256MB Apacer E5116AB-5C-E SS 78.81077.420
512MB KINGMAX E5108AE-5C-E SS KLBC28F-A8EB4
1024MB KINGMAX E5108AE-5C-E DS KLBD48F-A8EB4
512MB KINGMAX KKEA88E4AAK-37 SS KLBC28F-A8KE4
1024MB KINGMAX 5MB22D9DCN DS KLBD48F-A8ME4
DIMM support
Size Vendor Model Side(s) Component A B
DDR2 533 Qual i fi ed Vendors Li st
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest memory Qualifed
Vendor List (QVL).
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1. 7. 4 I nstal l i ng a DI MM
Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other
system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both
the motherboard and the components.
To install a DIMM:
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket
such that the notch on the
DIMM matches the break on
the socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the
DIMM is properly seated.
1. 7. 5 Removi ng a DI MM
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.
1. Simultaneously press the retaining
clips outward to unlock the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fts in only one
direction. Do not force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the
DIMM.
The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install
DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.
Support the DIMM lightly with
your fngers when pressing the
retaining clips. The DIMM might
get damaged when it fips out
with extra force.
Unl ocked retai ni ng cl i p
DDR2 DI MM notch
1
2
3
DDR2 DI MM notch 1
2
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1.8 Expansion slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following
sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
1. 8. 1 I nstal l i ng an expansi on card
To install an expansion card:
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that
came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already
installed in a chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep
the screw for later use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press frmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
1. 8. 2 Confi guri ng an expansi on card
After installing the expansion card, confgure it by adjusting the software
settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
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1. 8. 3 I nterrupt assi gnments
Standard i nterrupt assi gnments
IRQ Standard Function
0 System Timer
1 Keyboard Controller
2 Re-direct to IRQ#9
4 Communications Port (COM1)*
5 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
6 Floppy Disk Controller
7 Printer Port (LPT1)*
8 System CMOS/Real Time Clock
9 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
10 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
11 IRQ holder for PCI steering*
12 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port*
13 Numeric Data Processor
14 Primary IDE Channel
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
I RQ assi gnments for thi s motherboard
A B C D E F G H
PCI slot 1 shared
PCI slot 2 non-shared
PCI Express x16 slot shared
PCI Express x1 slot shared
Onboard USB controller 1 shared
Onboard USB controller 2 shared
Onboard USB controller 3 shared
Onboard USB controller 4 shared
Onboard USB 2.0 controller shared
Onboard IDE port non-shared
Onboard HD audio shared
Onboard LAN shared
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support
Share IRQ or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise,
conficts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system
unstable and the card inoperable.
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1. 8. 4 PCI sl ots
The PCI slots support cards such
as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card,
and other cards that comply with
PCI specifcations. The fgure shows
a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.
1. 8. 6 PCI Express x16
This motherboard supports one
PCI Express x16 graphics card.
The fgure shows a graphics card
installed on the PCI Express x16
slot.
1. 8. 5 PCI Express x1
This motherboard supports
PCI Express x1 network cards,
SCSI cards and other cards that
comply with the PCI Express
specifcations. The fgure shows a
network card installed on the PCI
Express x1 slot.
If you install a PCI graphics
card, we recommend that
you remove the onboard
graphics card driver.
The PCI Express x 16 slot runs at x 4 speed max.
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VGA Qual i fi ed Vendors Li st (PCI e x4 mode)
PCIe X 16 VGA Card PCB version BIOS version
ASUS EAX550 128M - V5B60.8.15.139. AS05
ASUS EAX700 - V5E4D.9.7.1.3. A901
ASUS EAX700LE 128M - V5E4D.9.8.1.4. AS13
ASUS EAX800PRO V1.00 V5549.9.4.1.10.AS
ASUS EAX800XT V1.00 V5D57.9.4.1.8.AS
ASUS EAX850PRO - V5D4F.9.7.1.4.AS02
ASUS EAX850XT 256MB PN: 109-A47401-10 V009.007.001.004
ASUS EAX1300 - V113.AA77100.102
ASUS EAX1600XT Silent 256MB V.1.00 71C0.9.12.4.2
ASUS EAX1900XTX - V009.012.005.002
ASUS EAX1900CrossFire - 7249.9.12.5.2AS05
ASUS EN5900 1.01 V04.35.20.45
ASUS EN6200GE V1.00A V5.43.02.27.AS07
ASUS EN6200TC128/T/16M V1.01 V5.44.02.11
ASUS EN6500 128M V1.02 V5.44.02.45.0
ASUS EN6600 128M V1.00A V5.43.02.61
ASUS EN6600 256M V1.00A V5.43.02.16.AS11
ASUS EN6600GT V1.00 V5.43.02.16.AS27
ASUS EN6800LE V1.00 V5.41.02.34.AS01
ASUS EN6800GT V1.02 V5.40.02.26.AS05
ASUS EN6800ULTRA - V5.40.02.32.AS07
ASUS EN7600GS Silent 256MB - V5.73.22.19.AS07
ASUS EN7600GT Silent/256M - V5.73.22.15.01
ASUS EN7800GT 256MB V1.00 V5.70.02.13.AS01
ASUS EN7800GTX 256MB - V5.70.02.11.01
ASUS EN7900GTX 512MX16 - V5.71.22.12.01
ATI FireMV2200 - V113.A25915.100
ATI Radeon X850 CrossFire - V009.010.001.015
Elsa Gladiac PCX 935 W01-46W53 V4.35.20.45.E0
Elsa Gladiac 620TC 128T DVT 1A V5.44.02.11.E1
Elsa Gladiac 660 128T 1.B V5.43.02.16.E1
Elsa Gladiac 660LE 256MB 3C V5.43.02.69.E2
Elsa Gladiac 780GTX 256B3 - V5.70.02.11.E1
Elsa ATI Fire GL V3100 - V113.A33429.100
Gecube RADEON X1300PRO - V133.A671B1.102
Gigabyte GV-NX62TC256D8 - V5.44.02.32
Gigabyte GV-NX66T128D - V5.43.02.16
Gigabyte GV-NX73G128D - 5.72.22.34.00
Gigabyte GV-NX76T256DBRH - 5.73.22.15.01
Gigabyte GV-NX79T256DBRH-256MX16 - 5.71.22.12.02
Gigabyte GV-RX70P128D Rev: 1.1 V009.004.001.032
Gigabyte GV-RX13P256DRH - 113-AA76900-100-GB
Gigabyte GV-RX16T256VRH - 113-AA77001-100
Gigabyte GV-RX19X512VBRH - 113A52021-104
Leadtek WinFast PX6200 TD A1 V5.43.02.36.68
Leadtek WinFast PX6200TC 64M A V5.44.02.18
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PCIe X 16 VGA Card PCB version BIOS version
Leadtek WinFast PX6500 TDH A1 V5.44.02.45.68
Leadtek WinFast PX6600GT TDH A V5.43.02.1
Leadtek WinFast PX7800GTX TDH 256MB - V5.70.02.11.68
Leadtek Quadro FX540 128M - V5.43.02.64.35
Leadtek Quadro FX1400 128M - V5.41.02.43.03
Matrox Parhelia APVe 128M A V1.3-11
MSI NX6800GS-TD256E V5.41.02.49.04
MSI NX7300GS-TD256E V200 V5.72.22.34.00
MSI RX700PRO-TD128E V2.00 V009.004.001.032
Powercolor Radeon X800GT 256M - V009.010.001.015
Powercolor Radeon X1800XT - V133.A52001.102
Set the XJ1-5 jumpers to x1 mode (pin 1-2) if your graphics card
cannot run at x4 mode.
Visit the ASUS website for the latest VGA Qualifed Vendors List.
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1.9 Jumpers
1. Cl ear RTC RAM (CLRTC)
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in
CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system
setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard
button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include
system setup information such as system passwords.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the onboard battery.
3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the
cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to
pins 1-2.
4. Re-install the battery.
5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS
setup to re-enter data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to
overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU
Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS
can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.
P5GZ-MX Clear RTC RAM
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P5GZ-MX XJ Setting
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PCI-E x1, x1 PCI-Ex4, N/A
(Default)
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2. PCI -E mode sl ecti on (3-pi n XJ1, XJ2, XJ3, XJ4, XJ5)
These jumpers allow you to adjust the operating speed of PCIE x1 and
PCIE x16 slots. Refer to the table below for detailed jumper setting
confgurations.
Graphics card
mode
Jumper
Setting
(XJ1~XJ5)
PCIE x 16 slot PCIE x 1 slot
Card type speed Card
type
speed
Add-on card
mode
2-3 pin PCIe graphics
card or other
PCIe x8/x4
device
x4 N/A N/A
Integrated
Graphics mode
(default)
1-2 pin other PCIe
devices
x1 other
PCIe
devices
x1
The PCIEx1 slot is disabled when you set XJ1-5 to pins 2-3.
XJ1-5 j umper setti ng confi gurati ons
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The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can
provide 500 mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise,
the system would not power up.
The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply
capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.
3. USB devi ce wake-up (3-pi n USBPW1-4, USBPW5-8)
Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep
mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power
mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up
from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh,
power supply in reduced power mode).
The USBPW1-4 jumper is for the rear USB ports (USB port 1-4). The
USBPW5-8 jumper is for the internal USB connectors (USB port 5-8)
that you can connect to additional USB ports.
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SPEED
LED
ACT/LINK
LED
LAN port
LAN port LED i ndi cati ons
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
1.10 Connectors
1. 10. 1 Rear panel connectors
Refer to the audio confguration table on the next page for the function
of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel confguration.
1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.
2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or
other devices.
3. LAN (RJ-45) port. Supported by Marvell Gigabit LAN controller,
this port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED
indications.
4. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player,
or other audio sources.
5. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker.
In 4-channel, and 6-channel confguration, the function of this port
becomes Front Speaker Out.
6. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
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Audi o 2, 4, or 6-channel confi gurati on
Light Blue Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Bass/Center
Port Headset 4-channel 6-channel
2-channel
7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
8. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
9. VGA port. This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible
devices.
10. Serial port. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial
devices.
11. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
1. 10. 2 I nternal connectors
1. Fl oppy di sk dri ve connector (34-1 pi n FLOPPY)
This connector is for the provided foppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable.
Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other
end to the signal connector at the back of the foppy disk drive.
Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection
when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.
P5GZ-MX Floppy Disk Drive Connector
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2. I DE connectors (40-1 pi n PRI _I DE)
The onboard IDE connectors are for Ultra DMA 100/66/33 signal
cables. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 100/66/33
signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to
the motherboards IDE connector, then select one of the following
modes to confgure your device(s).
Black or gray
Drive jumper Mode Cable
setting of device(s) connector
Single device Cable-Select or Master - Black
Two devices Cable-Select Master Black
Slave Gray
Master Master
Slave Slave
Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole
on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion
when you connect the IDE cable.
Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66/33 IDE
devices.
If any device jumper is set as Cable-Select, make sure all other device
jumpers have the same setting.
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3. Seri al ATA connectors
(7-pi n SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA
hard disk drives.
When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary
(boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1/2 connector. Refer to the table
below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive connections.
Seri al ATA hard di sk dri ve connecti on
Connector Color Setting Use
SATA1/2 Red Master Boot disk
SATA3/4 Black Slave Data Disk
P5GZ-MX SATA Connectors
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RSATA_TXN2
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RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
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SATA2
GND
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RSATA_TXN3
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RSATA_RXP3
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SATA3
GND
RSATA_TXP4
RSATA_TXN4
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5. Di gi tal Audi o connector (4-1 pi n SPDI F_OUT)
This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound
output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector
and the other end to the S/PDIF module.
The S/PDIF out module is purchased separately.
4. CPU, Power and Chassi s fan connectors
(4-pi n CPU_FAN, 3-pi n CHA_FAN)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of a total of 1A~2.2A (26.4W
max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the
motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches
the ground pin of the connector.
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
Insuffcient air fow inside the system may damage the motherboard
components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the
fan connectors.
P5GZ-MX Fan Connectors
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CPU FAN PWM
CHA_FAN
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6. ATX power connectors
(24-pi n EATXPWR and 4-pi n ATX12V)
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply
plugs are designed to ft these connectors in only one orientation.
Find the proper orientation and push down frmly until the connectors
completely ft.
Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug;
otherwise, the system will not boot.
Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when
confguring a system with more power-consuming devices. The
system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is
inadequate.
Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least
the minimum power required by your system.
If you intent to use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, make
sure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15A on +12V
and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 350 W. The
system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is
inadequate.
The ATX 12 V Specifcation 2.0-compliant PSU passed the
motherboard power requirement test with the following
confguration:
CPU : Intel
Pentium
4 3.6 GHz
Memory : 512 MB DDR (x 4)
Graphics card : PCI Express x16 Nvidia EN5900
Parallel ATA devices : IDE hard disk drive (x 2)
Serial ATA device : SATA hard disk drive
Optical drive : CD-ROM (x2)
SCSI devices : SCSI card and SCSI hard disk drive
You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to
install additional devices.
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EATXPWR
+3 Volts
+3 Volts
Ground
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
Ground
Ground
Power OK
+5V Standby
+12 Volts
-5 Volts
+5 Volts
+3 Volts
-12 Volts
Ground
Ground
Ground
PSON#
Ground
+5 Volts
+12 Volts
+3 Volts
+5 Volts
Ground
EATX12V
GND
+12V DC
GND
+12V DC
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7. Opti cal dri ve audi o connector (4-pi n CD)
This connector is for the 4-pin audio cable that connects to the audio
connector at the back of the optical drive.
Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this
connector.
8. USB connectors (10-1 pi n USB56, USB78)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module
cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot
opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors
comply with USB 2.0 specifcation that supports up to 480 Mbps
connection speed.
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
The USB module is purchased separately.
P5GZ-MX Internal Audio Connector
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10. Chassi s i ntrusi on connector (4-1 pi n CHASSI S)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor
or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch
cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends
a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component
is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis
intrusion event.
By default, the pins labeled Chassis Signal and Ground are shorted
with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to
use the chassis intrusion detection feature.
9. Front panel audi o connector (10-1 pi n AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module
that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC97 audio standard.
We recommend that you connect a high-defnition front panel
audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboards high-
defnition audio capability.
By default, this connector is set to AC97 Audio. If you want to
connect a High Defnition front panel audio module to this connector,
set the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS to [HD Audio].
See section 2.4.6 Onboard Device Confguration for details.
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11. System panel connector (20-8 pi n F_PANEL)
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
System power LED (2-pin PLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the
chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED
lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the
system is in sleep mode.
Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD
Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or fashes
when data is read from or written to the HDD.
System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER)
This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning
speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)
This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power
button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off
mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for
more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF.
Reset button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for
system reboot without turning off the system power.
P5GZ-MX System Panel Connector
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2
BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change
the system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions
of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
2-2 Chapter 2: BI OS setup
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.
1. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a foppy disk, or the
motherboard support CD during POST.)
2. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable foppy
disk.)
3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable foppy,
or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS fle fails or gets
corrupted.)
4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows
environment.)
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
2. 1. 1 Creati ng a bootabl e fl oppy di sk
1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable foppy disk.
DOS environment
a. Insert a 1.44MB foppy disk into the drive.
b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press <Enter>.
Windows
XP environment
a. Insert a 1.44 MB foppy disk to the foppy disk drive.
b. Click Start from the Windows
2000 environment
To create a set of boot disks for Windows
2000:
a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB foppy disk into the drive.
b. Insert the Windows
desktop by clicking
Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS
Update main window appears.
2. Select Update BIOS from
the Internet option from the
drop-down menu, then click
Next.
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Updati ng the BI OS through a BI OS fi l e
To update the BIOS through a BIOS fle:
1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows
desktop by
clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The
ASUS Update main window appears.
2. Select Update BIOS from a fle
option from the drop-down menu,
then click Next.
4. From the FTP site, select the
BIOS version that you wish to
download. Click Next.
5. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is
capable of updating itself
through the Internet. Always
update the utility to avail all
its features.
3. Locate the BIOS fle from the
Open window, then click Open.
4. Follow the screen instructions to
complete the update process.
ASUS P5GZ-MX 2-11
2.2 BIOS setup program
This motherboard supports a programmable frmware chip that you can
update using the provided utility described in section 2.1 Managing and
updating your BIOS.
Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard,
reconfguring your system, or prompted to Run Setup. This section
explains how to confgure your system using this utility.
Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change
the confguration of your computer in the future. For example, you can
enable the security password feature or change the power management
settings. This requires you to reconfgure your system using the BIOS Setup
program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record
them in the CMOS RAM of the frmware hub.
The frmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you
start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to
run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to
enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.
If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing
<Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis.
You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this
last option only if the frst two failed.
The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being
a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus
and make your selections from the available options using the navigation
keys.
The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most
conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes
unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings
to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Default
Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section 2.8 Exit Menu.
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference
purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your
screen.
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS
fle for this motherboard.
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Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a feld.
Use [+] or [-] to
confgure system time.
2. 2. 2 Menu bar
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
Main For changing the basic system confguration
Advanced For changing the advanced system settings
Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)
confguration
Boot For changing the system boot confguration
Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default
settings
2. 2. 1 BI OS menu screen
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the
keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.
Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.
Navi gati on keys
General hel p Menu bar
Sub-menu i tems
Confi gurati on fi el ds Menu i tems
2. 2. 3 Navi gati on keys
At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for
that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu
and change the settings.
System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [Thu 05/07/2004]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master :[ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
Third IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
IDE Confguration
System Information
ASUS P5GZ-MX 2-13
2. 2. 4 Menu i tems
The highlighted item on the menu bar
displays the specifc items for that menu.
For example, selecting Main shows the
Main menu items.
The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot,
and Exit) on the menu bar have their
respective menu items.
2. 2. 5 Sub-menu i tems
A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the
iteam has a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press
<Enter>.
2. 2. 6 Confi gurati on fi el ds
These felds show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-
confgurable, you can change the value of the feld opposite the item. You
cannot select an item that is not user-confgurable.
A confgurable feld is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when
selected. To change the value of a feld, select it then press <Enter> to
display a list of options. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window.
2. 2. 7 Pop-up wi ndow
Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with
the confguration options for that item.
2. 2. 8 Scrol l bar
A scroll bar appears on the right side
of a menu screen when there are items
that do not ft on the screen. Press the
Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up>
/<Page Down> keys to display the
other items on the screen.
2. 2. 9 General hel p
At the top right corner of the menu
screen is a brief description of the
selected item.
Scrol l bar
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Advanced Chipset settings
WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below
may cause system to malfunction.
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Memory Acceleration Mode [Auto]
DRAM Idle Timer [Auto]
DRAm Refresh Rate [Auto]
Graphic Adapter Priority [AGP/PCI]
Graphics Aperture Size [ 64 MB]
Spread Spectrum [Enabled]
ICH Delayed Transaction [Enabled]
MPS Revision [1.4]
Pop-up wi ndow
System Time [11:10:19]
System Date [Thu 03/27/2003]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Language [English]
Primary IDE Master :[ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave :[ASUS CD-S340]
Secondary IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Secondary IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
Third IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master :[Not Detected]
IDE Configuration
System Information
Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure system time.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Field
Tab Select Field
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
Mai n menu i tems
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2.3 Main menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears,
giving you an overview of the basic system information.
2. 3. 1 System Ti me [xx: xx: xx]
Allows you to set the system time.
2. 3. 2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
2. 3. 3 Legacy Di skette A [1. 44M, 3. 5 i n. ]
Sets the type of foppy drive installed. Confguration options: [Disabled]
[360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
[2.88M, 3.5 in.]
Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu
screen items and how to navigate through them.
Use [ENTER], [TAB]
or [SHIFT-TAB] to
select a feld.
Use [+] or [-] to
confgure system time.
System Time [11:51:19]
System Date [Thu 05/07/2004]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in]
Primary IDE Master :[ST320413A]
Primary IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
Third IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Third IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Fourth IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
IDE Confguration
System Information
ASUS P5GZ-MX 2-15
2. 3. 4 Pri mary, Thi rd and Fourth I DE Master/Sl ave
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE
devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device
item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items
(Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra
DMA, and SMART monitoring). These values are not user-confgurable.
These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.
Type [Auto]
Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection
of the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifcally
confguring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device)
if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Confguration options:
[Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode
if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously
formatted with LBA mode disabled. Confguration options: [Disabled]
[Auto]
Bl ock (Mul ti -sector Transfer) [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the
data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if
the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled],
the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Primary IDE Master
Device : Hard Disk
Vendor : ST320413A
Size : 20.0GB
LBA Mode : Supported
Block Mode : 16 Sectors
PIO Mode : Supported
Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2
Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5
SMART Monitoring: Supported
Type [Auto]
LBA/Large Mode [Auto]
Block(Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
DMA Mode [Auto]
Smart Monitoring [Auto]
32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled]
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PI O Mode [Auto]
Selects the PIO mode.
Confguration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
DMA Mode [Auto]
Selects the DMA mode. Confguration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0]
[SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0]
[UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5]
SMART Moni tori ng [Auto]
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Confguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bi t Data Transfer [Di sabl ed]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2. 3. 5 I DE Confi gurati on
The items in this menu allow you to set or change the confgurations for
the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter>
if you wish to confgure the item.
IDE Confguration
Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]
Onboard I DE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]
Disables or allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the
operating system (OS) that you installed. Set to Enhanced Mode if you are
using native OS, such as Windows
2000/XP.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]
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Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]
The default setting S-ATA allows you to use native OS on Serial ATA
and Parallel ATA ports. We recommend that you do not change the
default setting for better OS compatibility. In this setting, you may
use legacy OS on the Parallel ATA ports only if you did not install any
Serial ATA device.
The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If
you set to any of these options and encounter problems, revert to the
default setting S-ATA. Confguration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA] [S-ATA]
[P-ATA]
I DE Detect Ti me Out [35]
Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
Confguration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]
2. 3. 6 System I nformati on
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifcations. The
BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu.
AMI BI OS
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information
Processor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specifcation
System Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory
AMIBIOS
Version : 0203
Build Date : 08/25/06
Processor
Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz
Speed : 3200 MHz
Count : 1
System Memory
Size : 512MB
Appropriated : 0MB
Available : 504MB
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2.4 Advanced menu
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU
and other system devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items.
Incorrect feld values can cause the system to malfunction.
Configure CPU.
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub-screen
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
JumperFree Confguration
LAN Cable Status
USB Confguration
CPU Confguration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Confguration
PCI PnP
2. 4. 1 JumperFree Confi gurati on
AI Overcl ocki ng [Auto]
Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired
CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking
confguration options:
Manual - allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.
Auto - loads the optimal settings for the system.
Confgure System Frequency/Voltage
AI Overclocking [Auto]
Select the target CPU
frequency, and the
relevant parameters
will be auto-adjusted.
Frequencies higher
than CPU manufacturer
recommends are not
guaranteed to be
stable. If the system
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FSB/CPU External Frequency Synchronization
Front Side Bus CPU External Frequency
FSB 800 200 MHz
FSB 533 133 MHz
DRAM Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the DDR2 operating frequency.
Confguration options: [Auto] [DDR2-400MHz] [DDR2-533MHz]
Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become
unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.
The following item appears only when you set the AI Overclocking item
to [Manual].
CPU Frequency [200]
Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus. The
value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. The values range from 100
to 450.
Memory Vol tage [Auto]
Allows you to select the memory voltage or set it to Auto for safe mode.
Confguration options: [Auto] [1.80V] [1.85V] [1.90V] [1.95V]
Selecting a very high Memory voltage may damage the component
permanently! If this happens, revert to the default setting.
Selecting a very low Memory voltage may cause the system to
become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.
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2. 4. 2 LAN Cabl e Status
POST Check LAN Cabl e [Di sabl ed]
Enables or disables checking of the LAN cable during the Power-On
Self-Test (POST). Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Field
Tab Select Field
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Advanced
POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]
LAN Cable Status
Pair Status Length
1-2 N/A
3-6 N/A
4-5 N/A
7-8 N/A
Check LAN cable during
POST.
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USB Functi on [Enabl ed]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB function.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy
operating systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the
presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy
mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is
disabled. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2. 0 Control l er [Enabl ed]
Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
USB 2. 0 Control l er Mode [Hi Speed]
Allows you to confgure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or
Full Speed (12 Mbps). Confguration options: [HiSpeed] [Full Speed]
BI OS EHCI Hand-off [Di sabl ed]
Allows you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI
hand-off feature. Confguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows
None.
2. 4. 3 USB Confi gurati on
The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features.
Select an item then press <Enter> to display the confguration options.
USB Confguration
Module Version - 2.24.0-F.4
USB Devices Enabled: None
USB Function [Enabled]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Disabled]
Do not disable the BIOS EHCI Hand-Off option if you are running a
Windows
Pentium
4 and later processors that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Technology (EIST).
I ntel (R) SpeedStep Technol ogy [Automati c]
Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Acrobat
9.0c
is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound.
DirectX
Acrobat
EM64T
The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel
Pentium
4 LGA775
processors running on 32-bit operating systems.
The motherboard comes with a BIOS fle that supports EM64T. You
can download the latest BIOS fle from the ASUS website (www.asus.
com/support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS fle. See
Chapter 2 for details.
Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EM64T feature.
Visit www.microsoft.com for more information on Windows
64-bit OS.
Usi ng the I ntel
EM64T feature
To use the Intel
EM64T feature:
1. Install an Intel
Pentium
EM64T.
2. Install a 64-bit operating system (Windows
XP Professional x64
Edition).
3. Install the 64-bit drivers for the motherboard components and devices
from the support CD.
4. Install the 64-bit drivers for expansion cards or add-on devices, if any.
Refer to the expansion card or add-on device(s) documentation, or visit
the related website, to verify if the card/device supports a 64-bit system.
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
Technology (EIST)
The motherboard comes with a BIOS fle that supports EIST. You
can download the latest BIOS fle from the ASUS website (www.
asus.com/support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS. See
Chapter 2 for details.
Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EIST feature.
A. 2. 1 System requi rements
Before using EIST, check your system if it meets the following
requirements:
Intel
Pentium
XP SP2/Linux 2.6
kernel or later versions)
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A. 2. 2 Usi ng the EI ST
To use the EIST feature:
1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.
2. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Confguration,
then press <Enter>.
3. Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to [Automatic],
then press <Enter>. See page 2-24 for details.
4. Press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup.
5. After the computer restarts, right click on a blank space on the desktop,
then select Properties from the pop-up menu.
6. When the Display Properties
window appears, click the Screen
Saver tab.
7. Click the Power button on the
Monitor power section to open
the Power Options Properties
window.
8. On the Power schemes section,
click , then select any option
except Home/Offce Desktop or
Always On.
9. Click Apply, then click OK.
10. Close the Display Properties
window.
After you adjust the power
scheme, the CPU internal
frequency slightly decreases
when the CPU loading is low.
The screen displays and procedures may vary depending on the
operating system.
A-4 Appendix: CPU features
A.3 Intel
Hyper-Threading Technology
The motherboard supports Intel
Pentium
4 LGA775 processors
with Hyper-Threading Technology.
Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows
XP and
Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the
Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any
other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology
item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
Installing Windows
Pentium