Asus Computer Accessories P4SDX User Manual

P4SDX  
User Guide  
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Contents  
Notices ............................................................................................v  
Safety information .......................................................................... vi  
About this guide............................................................................. vii  
ASUS contact information ............................................................ viii  
P4SDX specifications summary ..................................................... ix  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2  
1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-2  
1.3 Motherboard components .................................................. 1-3  
1.4 Special Features ................................................................ 1-6  
1.5 Motherboard layout ............................................................ 1-7  
1.6 Before you proceed ............................................................ 1-8  
1.7 Motherboard installation ..................................................... 1-8  
1.7.1 Placement direction ............................................... 1-8  
1.7.2 Screw holes ........................................................... 1-9  
1.8 Central Processing Unit (CPU)........................................... 1-9  
1.8.1 Overview ................................................................ 1-9  
1.8.2 Installing the CPU ................................................ 1-10  
1.9 System memory ................................................................1-11  
1.9.1 Overview ...............................................................1-11  
1.9.2 Qualified Vendor List.............................................1-11  
1.9.3 Memory configurations ........................................ 1-12  
1.10 Expansion slots ................................................................ 1-13  
1.10.1 Standard interrupt assignments ........................... 1-13  
1.10.1 IRQ assignments for this motherboard ................ 1-13  
1.11 Jumpers............................................................................ 1-14  
1.12 Connectors ....................................................................... 1-16  
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 ....................... 2-4  
2.1.3 CrashFree BIOS 2 feature ..................................... 2-7  
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2.2 BIOS Setup program .......................................................... 2-8  
2.2.1 BIOS menu bar ...................................................... 2-8  
2.2.2 Legend bar............................................................. 2-9  
2.3 Main Menu.......................................................................... 2-9  
2.3.1 Primary and Secondary Master/Slave ................. 2-10  
2.3.2 Keyboard Features .............................................. 2-13  
2.4 Advanced Menu ............................................................... 2-13  
2.4.1 Chip Configuration ............................................... 2-16  
2.4.2 I/O Device Configuration...................................... 2-18  
2.4.3 PCI Configuration ................................................ 2-19  
2.5 Power Menu ..................................................................... 2-21  
2.5.1 Power Up Control ................................................ 2-22  
2.5.2 Hardware Monitor ................................................ 2-23  
2.6 Boot Menu ........................................................................ 2-23  
2.7 Exit Menu ......................................................................... 2-25  
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 Software information .......................................................... 3-4  
3.3.1 ASUS Instant Music ............................................... 3-4  
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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. These limits  
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference  
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with  
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
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.  
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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/DANGER: 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.  
Where to find more information  
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product  
and software updates.  
1. ASUS Websites  
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS  
hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the  
ASUS Contact Information on page viii.  
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.  
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ASUS contact information  
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)  
Address:  
150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112  
+886-2-2894-3447  
+886-2-2894-3449  
General Tel:  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
Technical Support  
MB/Others (Tel):  
Notebook (Tel):  
+886-2-2890-7121 (English)  
+886-2-2890-7122 (English)  
Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 (English)  
Support Fax:  
Support Email:  
Web Site:  
+886-2-2890-7698  
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)  
Address:  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA  
+1-510-608-4555  
Technical Support  
Support Fax:  
General Support:  
Web Site:  
+1-510-608-4555  
+1-502-933-8713  
Support Email:  
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)  
Address:  
General Fax:  
General Email:  
Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany  
+49-2102-442066  
[email protected] (for marketing requests only)  
Technical Support  
Support Hotline:  
MB/Others: +49-2102-9599-0  
Notebook: +49-2102-9599-10  
+49-2102-9599-11  
Support Fax:  
Support (Email):  
Web Site:  
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P4SDX specifications summary  
CPU  
Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4 up to 3.06 GHz  
On-die 512KB/256KB L2 cache with full speed  
Supports Intel® Hyper-threading Technology  
FMB2 design for up to 3.06 GHz or faster speed  
Chipset  
SiS 655  
SiS 963L  
Front Side Bus (FSB)  
Memory  
533/400 MHz  
4 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 4GB memory  
Dual channel DDR 333  
Max 4GB unbufferred PC2700/2100/1600 non-ECC DDR  
Expansion slots  
1 x AGP 8X (1.5V only)  
6 x PCI  
IDE  
2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66/33 connectors  
ADI AD1980 6-channel audio CODEC  
Realtek RTL8201BL Ethernet controller  
Audio (optional)  
LAN (optional)  
Special features  
ASUS MyLogo  
ASUS EZ Flash  
Instant Music support  
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)  
CrashFree BIOS 2 (dual boot block)  
1 x Parallel port  
1 x Serial ports  
Rear panel I/O  
1 x PS/2 keyboard port  
1 x PS/2 mouse port  
4 x USB 2.0/USB 1.1 ports  
1 x RJ-45 port (optional)  
1 x SPDIF-out port  
Line In/Line Out/Microphone ports  
1 x USB 2.0/1.1 connector for 2 additional USB ports  
CPU/Chassis fan connectors  
20-pin/4-pin ATX 12V power connectors  
Chassis intrusion  
Internal I/O  
GAME connector  
CD/AUX audio connectors  
Front panel audio connector  
S/PDIF out connector  
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P4SDX specifications summary  
BIOS features  
2Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI, ACPI, SM  
BIOS2.3, CrashFree BIOS 2, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS  
MyLogo  
Industry standard  
Manageability  
PCI 2.2, USB 2.0  
DMI 2.0, WOL/WOR by PME, chassis intrusion  
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in  
Form Factor  
Support CD contents  
Device drivers  
ASUS PC Probe  
ASUS LiveUpdate  
Trend Micro™ PC-cillin 2002 anti-virus software  
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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