Asus P4GE-MX Manuel utilisateur

Motherboard

P4GE-MX

User Guide

Checklist

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E1862

Revised Edition V2

December 2004

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Features

Contents

Notices ............................................................................................v

Safety information .......................................................................... vi

About this guide............................................................................. vii

Conventions used in this guide ............................................ vii

Typography........................................................................... vii

P4GE-MX specifications summary............................................... viii

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2

1.2 Package contents............................................................... 1-2

1.3 Special features.................................................................. 1-3

1.3.1 Product Highlights.................................................. 1-3

1.3.2 Unique ASUS features ........................................... 1-4

1.4 Before you proceed ............................................................ 1-5

1.5 Motherboard overview........................................................ 1-6

1.5.1 Motherboard layout ................................................ 1-6

1.5.2 Placement direction ............................................... 1-7

1.5.3 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-7

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 1-8

1.6.1 Overview ................................................................ 1-8

1.6.2 Installing the CPU .................................................. 1-9

1.7 System memory ............................................................... 1-10

1.7.1 DIMM sockets location......................................... 1-10

1.7.2 Installing a DIMM ................................................. 1-10

1.8 Expansion slots .................................................................1-11

1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments ............................1-11

1.8.2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard .................1-11

1.8.3 PCI slots .............................................................. 1-12

1.9 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-13

1.10 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-15

1.10.1 Rear panel connectors......................................... 1-15

1.10.2 Internal connectors .............................................. 1-16

Safeguards

Contents

Chapter 2: BIOS information

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2

2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ............................. 2-2

2.1.2 Updating the BIOS with EZ Flash feature .............. 2-3

2.1.3 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS .......... 2-4

2.1.4 ASUS Update ........................................................ 2-6

2.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-8

2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................ 2-9

2.2.2 Menu bar................................................................ 2-9

2.2.3 Legend bar........................................................... 2-10

2.2.4 General help ........................................................ 2-10

2.2.5 Sub-menu ............................................................ 2-10

2.2.6 Pop-up window .................................................... 2-10

2.3 Main menu.........................................................................2-11

Primary and Secondary Master/Slave.............................. 2-13

2.4 Advanced menu ............................................................... 2-15

2.4.1 Advanced Chipset Features ................................ 2-15

2.4.2 Chip Configuration ............................................... 2-17

2.5 Power menu ..................................................................... 2-20

Hardware Monitor............................................................. 2-22

2.6 Boot menu ........................................................................ 2-23

2.7 Exit menu ......................................................................... 2-24

Chapter 3: Software support

3.1 Install 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 ......................................................... 3-3

3.2.4 ASUS Contact Information..................................... 3-4

3.3 Audio configuration............................................................. 3-5

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

the following two conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference, and

•This device must accept any interference received including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise

emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference

Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is

required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications

to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and

software updates.

1. ASUS Websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and

software products. TheASUS websites are listed in the ASUS Contact

Information on the inside front cover.

2. Optional Documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty

flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not

part of the standard package.

Safety information

Electrical safety

•To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the

electrical outlet before relocating the system.

•When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power

cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If

possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a

device.

•Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that

all power cables are unplugged.

•Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord. These

devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

•Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you

are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your

local power company.

•If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified

service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

•Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the

manuals that came with the package.

•Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the

power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer

immediately.

•To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from

connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

•Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any

area where it may become wet.

•Place the product on a stable surface.

•If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service

technician or your retailer.

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About this guide

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following

symbols used throughout this manual.

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to

complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when

trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

Typography

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign

indicates that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> indicates that you must press the

Enter or Return key.

<Multiple key names> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously,

the key names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

Command Means that you must enter the command exactly as

shown. Example:

At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

FORMAT A:/S

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P4GE-MX specifications summary

CPU

Chipset

Front System Bus

Memory

Expansion slots

Storage

Audio

LAN

USB

Special features

Rear Panel I/O

Internal I/O

connectors

Socket 478 for Intel

Pentium

4 / Celeron

processors

Supports Intel

Hyper-Threading Technology

Northbridge: Intel

845GE

Southbridge: Intel

ICH4 (FW82801DB)

533/400 MHz

2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2GB unbuffered

non-ECC PC2700/2100/PC1600 SDRAM memory

1 x AGP 4x slot

3 x PCI slots

2 x UltraDMA 100/66

Realtek

ALC655 6-channel CODEC

Supports S/PDIF Out interface

Realtek

RTL8100C integrated 10/100Mbps LAN controller

Maximum of six (6) USB 2.0 ports

ASUS JumperFree

ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

ASUS EZ Flash

ASUS MyLogo™

STR (Suspend-to-RAM)

1 x Parallel port

1 x Serial port

1 x VGA port

1 x PS/2 Keyboard port

1 x PS/2 Mouse port

4 x USB 2.0 ports

1 x RJ-45 port

Line In, Line Out, Mic ports

CPU/Chassis fan connectors

20-pin ATX power connector

4-pin auxiliary power connector

1 x USB 2.0 header supports an additional 2 USB 2.0 ports

Chassis intrusion connector

S/PDIF Out connector

IDE LED connector

Power LED connector

Serial connector

CD/AUX audio-in connectors

Front panel audio connector

(continued on the next page)

BIOS features

Industry standard

Form Factor

Support CD contents

3Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,

SM BIOS 2.3

PCI 2.2, USB 2.0

MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.6 in

Device drivers

ASUS PC Probe

ASUS Live Update Utility

Anti-virus utility

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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