User Guide Motherboard P4XP-X
E1193 Checklist First Edition V1 February 2003 Copyright © 2003 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents Features Notices ............................................................................................ v Safety information .......................................................................... vi About this guide ............................................................................. vii ASUS contact information ............................................................ viii P4XP-X specifications summary ....................................................
Contents Safeguards 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-9 2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-9 2.2.2 Legend bar ........................................................... 2-10 Main Menu .........................................................................2-11 2.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 2-13 2.3.2 Keyboard Features ...........................................
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. 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. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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.
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.
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P4XP-X specifications summary CPU Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron (1.4GHz ~ 2.
P4XP-X specifications summary BIOS features 2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, TCAV, PnP, DMI2.0, CrashFree BIOS2, ASUS EZ Flash Industry standard PCI 2.2, USB 2.0, USB 1.1 Manageability WfM 2.0. DMI 2.0, WOL/WOR by PME, chassis intrusion, SMBus Form Factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS PC Probe ASUS LiveUpdate Trend Micro™ PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the P4XP-X motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the motherboard components, and illustrations of the layout, jumper settings, and connectors.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying the ASUS® P4XP-X motherboard! The ASUS P4XP-X motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard incorporates the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor in 478-pin package coupled with the Intel® 845D chipset to set a new benchmark for a cost-effective desktop platform solution.
1.3 Special features SDR/DDR memory combo solution Employing the both the Double Data Rate (DDR) and Single Data Rate (SDR) memory technology, the motherboard supports up to 2GB of system memory using either PC2100/PC1600 DDR DIMMs or PC133/PC100 SDR DIMMs. This solution allows you to flexibility for your system memory. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, extending the connection speed from 12 Mbps on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0.
1.4 Motherboard components Before you install the motherboard, learn about its major components and available features to facilitate the installation and future upgrades. Refer to the succeeding pages for the component descriptions.
1 ATX 12V connector. This power connector connects the 4-pin 12V plug from the ATX 12V power supply. 2 ATX power connector. This 20-pin connector connects to an ATX +12V power supply. The power supply must have at least 1A on the +5V standby lead (+5VSB). 3 North bridge controller. The Intel® 845D Memory Controller Hub (MCH) provides the processor interface with 533/400 MHz frequency, system memory interface at 266MHz operation, and 1.5V AGP interface that supports AGP 2.
15 LAN controller. This VIA VT6105L LAN controller fully supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet networking. (on LAN models only) 16 Audio CODEC. The ADI AD1980 is an AC’97 CODEC that allows 6-channel audio playback. This audio CODEC provides six DAC channels for 5.1 surround sound, S/PDIF Out interface, AUX and Line In stereo inputs, integrated headphone amplifier, and greater than 90dB dynamic range. (on audio models only) 17 AGP slot. This Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports 1.
1.5 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard CPU_FAN1 Bottom: Top: USB3 RJ-45 USB4 Intel 845D Memory Controller Hub 0 1 2 3 0 1 2 3 30.
1.6 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. 2. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. 3. Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. 4.
1.7 Motherboard installation Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. The motherboard uses the ATX form factor that measures 12 inches x 9.6 inches (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm). Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.7.
1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.8.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a DIP-type 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket. The socket is designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor in the 478-pin package with 512KB L2 cache on 0.13 micron process. This processor supports 533/ 400MHz front side bus (FSB), and allows data transfer rates up to 4.2GB/s or 3.2GB/s. Gold Mark Note in the illustration that the CPU has a gold triangular mark on one corner.
5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. 6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with the heatsink package. 7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN1 connector on the motherboard. 1.9 System memory The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) and two Single Data Rate (SDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.
1.9.1 Memory configurations Install either DDR DIMMs or SDR DIMMS in any of the following combinations. DO NOT mix DDR and SDR in any configuration! DIMM Location 168-pin DIMM Total Memory DDR Socket 1 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1 = DDR Socket 2 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1 = Total DDR system memory (Max. 2GB) = SDR Socket 1 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1 = SDR Socket 2 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB x1 = Total SDR system memory (Max. 2GB) = 1.9.
1.10 Expansion slots The motherboard has five PCI slots and one Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot. To install and configure an expansion card: 1. Install an expansion card following the instructions that came with the chassis. 2. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for BIOS information. 3. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables below. 4. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the card documentation. 1.10.
1.11 Jumpers 1. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12) Set this jumper to +5V (pins 1-2) to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using a connected USB device. Set to +5VSB (pins 2-3) to wake up from S3 sleep mode (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). 1. This feature requires a power supply with at least 1A on the +5VSB lead when the jumper is set to +5VSB. Otherwise, the system does not power up. 2.
1.12 Connectors This section describes and illustrates the internal connectors on the motherboard. 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. After connecting one end to the motherboard, connect the other end to the floppy drive. (Pin 5 is removed to prevent incorrect insertion when using ribbon cables with pin 5 plug). FLOPPY1 ® PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
3. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE1, SEC_IDE1) This connector supports the provided UltraDMA/100/66 IDE hard disk ribbon cable. Connect the cable’s blue connector to the primary (recommended) or secondary IDE connector, then connect the gray connector to the UltraDMA/100/66 slave device (hard disk drive) and the black connector to the UltraDMA/100/66 master device. It is recommended that you connect nonUltraDMA/100/66 devices to the secondary IDE connector.
5. ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR1, 4-pin ATX12V1) These connectors connect to an ATX 12V power supply. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. In addition to the 20-pin ATXPWR1 connector, this motherboard requires that you connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug to provide sufficient power to the CPU.
7. CPU and Chassis Fan Connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN1, CHA_FAN1) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W 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. Lack of sufficient air flow within the system may damage the motherboard components.
9. USB header (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) If the USB ports on the rear panel are inadequate, two USB headers are available for additional USB ports. USB_56 (white) supports USB 1.1 specification for up to 12 Mbps connection speed. USB_78 (blue) supports USB 2.0 specification for up to 480 Mbps. You may install an optional USB 2.0/GAME module and connect the USB cable to the USB_78 header. The module has two USB 2.
11. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL1) This connector accommodates several system front panel functions. HDLED P4XP-X P4XP-X System Panel Connectors • SMI Lead Reset Ground PLED Keylock Ground ® ExtSMI# Ground PWRBIN Ground HDLED+ HDLED- +5 V Power LED Speaker Connector +5V Ground Ground Speaker Keyboard Lock Reset SW ATX Power Switch* * Requires an ATX power supply. System Power LED Lead (3-1 pin PLED) This 3-1 pin connector connects to the system power LED.
Chapter 2 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS It is recommended that you save a copy of the motherboard’s original BIOS to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to reinstall the original BIOS later. 2.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a diskette and using a DOS-based utility.
5. At the prompt, “Please Enter File Name for NEW BIOS: _”, type in the BIOS file name that you downloaded from the ASUS website, then press . EZ Flash will automatically access drive A to look for the file name that you typed. When found, the following message appears on screen. [BIOS Information in File] BIOS Version: P4XP-X Boot Block WARNING! Continue to update the BIOS (Y/N)? _ If you accidentally typed in a wrong BIOS file name, the error message, “WARNING! File not found.” appears.
2.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS Creating a bootable disk AFLASH.EXE is a Flash Memory Writer utility that updates the BIOS by uploading a new BIOS file to the programmable flash ROM on the motherboard. This file works only in DOS mode. To determine the BIOS version of your motherboard, check the last four numbers of the code displayed on the upper left-hand corner of your screen during bootup. Larger numbers represent a newer BIOS file. 1.
5. Select 1. Save Current BIOS to File from the Main menu and press . The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears. 6. Type a filename and the path, for example, A:\XXX-XX.XXX, then press . Updating the BIOS Update the BIOS only if you have problems with the motherboard and you are sure that the new BIOS revision will solve your problems. Careless updating may result to more problems with the motherboard! 1.
6. When prompted to confirm the BIOS update, press Y to start the update. 7. The utility starts to program the new BIOS information into the Flash ROM. The boot block is updated automatically only when necessary. This minimizes the possibility of boot problems in case of update failures. When the programming is done, the message “Flashed Successfully” appears. 8. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
2.1.3 CrashFree BIOS 2 The CrashFree BIOS 2 auto recovery tool allows you to boot the computer using the motherboard bootable support CD or a bootable floppy disk, and update the BIOS using AFLASH.EXE, EZ Flash, or ASUS Live Update utility in case the original BIOS fails or gets corrupted. 1. You must have the bootable support CD that came with the motherboard or a bootable floppy disk ready before proceeding with the BIOS update process. 2.
3. Press Y to start the auto-recovery procedure. If you do not press Y, the system still performs the auto-recovery after 30 seconds. The recovered BIOS may not be of the same version as the original BIOS. Visit ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS for this motherboard, and update the BIOS using ASUS AFLASH.EXE, ASUS EZ Flash Utility, or ASUS Live Update. Using the bootable floppy disk: 1. Boot the computer using the bootable floppy disk. 2. Execute the AFLASH.EXE utility.
2.2 BIOS Setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Flash ROM 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, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you may want to change the configuration of your computer in the future.
2.2.2 Legend bar At the bottom of the Setup screen is a legend bar. The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following table lists the keys found in the legend bar with their corresponding functions.
Sub-menu Note that a right pointer symbol (as shown on the left) appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer indicates that you can display a sub-menu from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field parameter. To display a sub-menu, move the highlight to the field and press . The sub-menu appears. Use the legend keys to enter values and move from field to field within a sub-menu as you would within a menu. Use the key to return to the main menu.
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [None] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.] Floppy 3 Mode Support [Disabled] This is required to support older Japanese floppy drives. The Floppy 3 Mode feature allows reading and writing of 1.2MB (as opposed to 1.44MB) on a 3.5-inch diskette.
2.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave Type [Auto] Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE hard disk drive. If automatic detection is successful, Setup automatically fills in the correct values for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If automatic detection fails, this may be because the hard disk drive is too old or too new. If the hard disk was already formatted on an older system, Setup may detect incorrect parameters.
After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to active. If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select [None].
Maximum LBA Capacity This field shows the drive’s maximum LBA capacity as calculated by the BIOS based on the drive information you entered. Multi-Sector Transfers [Maximum] This option automatically sets the number of sectors per block to the highest number that the drive supports. Note that when this field is automatically configured, the set value may not always be the fastest value for the drive. You may also manually configure this field.
Boot Up NumLock Status [On] This field enables users to activate the Number Lock function upon system boot. Configuration options: [Off] [On] Keyboard Auto-Repeat Rate [12/Sec] This controls the speed at which the system registers repeated keystrokes. Options range from 6 to 30 characters per second.
Memory Frequency [Auto] This field determines whether the memory clock frequency is set to be in synchronous or asynchronous mode with respect to the system frequency. The options that appear in the popup menu vary according to the CPU Frequency (MHz). CPU/Memory Frequency Ratio [Auto] This field determines whether the memory clock frequency is set to be in synchronous or asynchronous mode with respect to the system frequency.
CPU Level 1 Cache, CPU Level 2 Cache [Enabled] These fields allow you to choose from the default [Enabled] or choose [Disabled] to turn on or off the CPU Level 1 and Level 2 built-in cache. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] BIOS Update [Enabled] This field functions as an update loader integrated into the BIOS to supply the processor with the required data. When set to [Enabled], the BIOS loads the update on all processors during system bootup.
2.4.1 Chip Configuration SDRAM Configuration [By SPD] This parameter allows you to set the optimal timings for items 2–5, depending on the memory modules that you are using. The default setting is [By SPD], which configures items 2–5 by reading the contents in the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) device. The EEPROM on the memory module stores critical information about the module, such as memory type, size, speed, voltage interface, and module banks.
CKx8 Strength Control [2.00x] This item controls the drive strength of the DDR SDRAM clock signal for an x8 device. It is recommended to keep the default setting for stable system operation. Configuration options: [0.75x] [1.00x] [1.25x] [1.50x] [2.00x] [2.50x] [3.00x] [4.00x] DQ DQS Strength Control [2.00x] This item controls the drive strength of the DDR SDRAM signals DQ and DQS. It is recommended to keep the default setting for stable system operation. Configuration options: [0.75x] [1.00x] [1.25x] [1.
2.4.2 I/O Device Configuration Floppy Disk Access Control [R/W] When set to [Read Only], this parameter protects files from being copied to floppy disks by allowing reads from, but not writes to, the floppy disk drive. The default setting [R/W] allows both reads and writes. Configuration options: [R/W] [Read Only] Onboard Serial Port 1 [3F8H/IRQ4] These fields allow you to set the addresses for the onboard serial connectors. Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2 must have different addresses.
Onboard Game Port [200H-207H] This field sets the I/O address for the game port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [200H-207H] [208H-20FH] Onboard MIDI I/O [Disabled] This field sets the I/O address for the MIDI I/O port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [330H-331H] [300H-301H] 2.4.3 PCI Configuration Slot 1, Slot 2, Slot 3 IRQ [Auto] These fields automatically assign the IRQ for each PCI slot. The default setting for each field is [Auto], which utilizes auto-routing to determine IRQ assignments.
Onboard LAN Controller [Enabled] (appears on LAN models only) This field allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] (appears on LAN models only) This field allows you to enable or disable the option ROM in the onboard LAN controller chipset. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Onboard USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] This field allows you to enable or disable the onboard USB 2.0 controller.
2.5 Power Menu The Power menu allows you to reduce power consumption. This feature turns off the video display and shuts down the hard disk after a period of inactivity. Power Management [User Defined] This field allows you to activate or deactivate the automatic power saving features. When set to [Disabled], the power management features do not function regardless of the other settings on this menu.
Video Off Method [DPMS OFF] This field defines the video off features. The Display Power Management System (DPMS) feature allows the BIOS to control the video display card if it supports the DPMS feature. [Blank Screen] only blanks the screen. Use this for monitors without power management or “green” features. Even if installed, your screen saver does not display when you select [Blank Screen] for the above field. [V/H SYNC+Blank] blanks the screen and turns off vertical and horizontal scanning.
2.5.1 Power Up Control AC PWR Loss Restart [Disabled] This allows you to set whether or not to reboot the system after power interruptions. [Disabled] leaves your system off while [Enabled] reboots the system. [Previous State] sets the system back to the state it was before the power interruption. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Previous State] Wake/Power Up On Ext.
Automatic Power Up [Disabled] This allows an unattended or automatic system power up. You may configure your system to power up at a certain time of the day by selecting [Everyday] or at a certain time and day by selecting [By Date]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Everyday] [By Date] 2.5.2 Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature [xxxC/xxxF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperature.
2.6 Boot Menu Boot Sequence The Boot menu allows you to select among the four possible types of boot devices listed using the up and down arrow keys. By using the <+> or key, you can promote devices and by using the <-> key, you can demote devices. Promotion or demotion of devices alters the priority which the system uses to search for a boot device on system power up. Configuration fields include Removable Devices, IDE Hard Drive, ATAPI CD-ROM, and Other Boot Device.
Boot Virus Detection [Enabled] This field allows you to set boot virus detection, ensuring a virus-free boot sector. The system halts and displays a warning message when it detects a virus. If this occurs, you can either allow the operation to continue or use a virus-free bootable floppy disk to restart and investigate your system.
Exit & Save Changes Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. The CMOS RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select [Yes] to save changes and exit.
Chapter 3 This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
3.1 Install an operating system This motherboard supports Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP operating system (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information. 3.
3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. Intel Chipset Inf Update program This item installs the Intel® Chipset INF Update Program that enables Plug-n-Play INF support for Intel chipset components. This utility installs to the target system the Windows INF files that outline to the operating system how the chipset components will be configured.
ASUS PC Probe This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer at a healthy operating condition. Install ASUS Update This program allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.
