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Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. ii Contents Notices ............................................................................................ v Safety information .......................................................................... vi About this guide ............................................................................. vii Conventions used in this guide ............................................ vii Typography ........................................................................... vii P4BP-MX specifications summary ............................................... viii Features Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-2 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 iii Contents Safeguards Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS .................................... 2-2 2.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS ............ 2-2 2.1.2 Using AFLASH to update the BIOS ....................... 2-3 2.1.3 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS .......... 2-7 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-8 2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-8 2.2.2 Legend bar ............................................................. 2-9 Main Menu ........................................................................ 2-10 2.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 2-12 2.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 2-14 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 2-15 2.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 2-17 2.4.2 I/O Device Configuration ...................................... 2-19 2.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 2-20 Power Menu ..................................................................... 2-22 2.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 2-24 2.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-25 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 2-26 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 2-27 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 3.2 Install an operating system ................................................. 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 iv 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. 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. 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. 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. The ASUS 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. v 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. · · · · vi 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 Italics Indicates a menu or an item to select. Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign indicates that you must press the enclosed key. Example: indicates that you must press the Enter or Return key. If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: Means that you must enter the command exactly as shown. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: FORMAT A:/S Command vii P4BP-MX specifications summary CPU Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4 / Celeron® processors with speeds up to 3.06 GHz+ Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology Northbridge: Intel® 845GV Southbridge: Intel® ICH4 (FW82801DB) 533/400 MHz 2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2GB unbuffered non-ECC PC2700/2100 SDRAM memory 3 x PCI slots 2 x UltraDMA 100/66 Realtek® ALC655 6-channel CODEC Supports S/PDIF-In/Out interface Realtek® 8101L 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 ASUS EZ Flash ASUS MyLogoTM Power Loss Restart STR (Suspend-to-RAM) CPU Throttle 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 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 IR connector S/PDIF-In/Out connector IDE LED connector Power LED connector Serial connector CD/AUX audio-in connectors Front panel audio connector (continued on the next page) Chipset Front System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Special features Rear Panel I/O Internal I/O connectors viii BIOS features Industry standard Form Factor Support CD contents 2Mb 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 Trend MicroTM PC-cillinTM anti-virus software * Specifications are subject to change without notice. ix x Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard. It includes brief descriptions of the motherboard components, and illustrations of the layout, jumper settings, and connectors. Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying the ASUS® P4BP-MX motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard combines the powers of the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor and the Intel® 845GV chipset to set a new benchmark for an effective desktop platform solution. Supp ...