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
(continued on the next page)
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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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