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- Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 1
Motherboard P4BP-MX 2.0 User Guide - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 2
Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 3
vii P4BP-MX 2.0 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 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 4
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 iv - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 5
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 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 6
signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 7
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 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 8
P4BP-MX 2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Front System Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Special features Rear Panel I/O Internal I/O connectors ` viii Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4 / Celeron® processors with speeds up to 3.06 GHz+ Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 9
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 Trend Micro™ PC-cillin™ anti-virus software * Specifications - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 10
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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 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 12
your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x IDE cable 1 x Floppy disk cable I/O shield Bag of extra jumper caps User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 13
audio, S/PDIF out support and connector sensing function without having to buy advanced sound cards. S/PDIF out The motherboard supports S/PDIF-out function turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful speaker systems. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 14
ROM chip. See page 2-7. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature works through the Award BIOS Update utility. With EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. See page 2-3. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 15
motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P4BP-MX 2.0 P4BP-MX 2.0 Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 16
PARALLEL PORT USBPWR_12 KBPWR VGA USB12 USBPWR_34 Bottom: Top: USB34 RJ-45 ATX12V1 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In FP_AUDIO Intel 82845GV Memory Controller Hub 01 23 SEC_IDE PRI_ IDE 3Mbit Firmware Hub RTL8100C PCI1 P4BP-MX 2.0 PCI2 Intel 82801DB ICH4 Audio Codec SPDIF_OUT CD - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 17
as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 1-7 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 18
specific corner on the socket to ensure correct installation. Gold Arrow P4BP-MX 2.0 P4BP-MX 2.0 Socket 478 Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology 1. This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 19
fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 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. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 1-9 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 20
1.7 System memory 1.7.1 DIMM sockets location You can install 64MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets of this motherboard. The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets. 80 Pins P4BP-MX 2.0 104 Pins P4BP-MX 2.0 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets Make sure to - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 21
Onboard VGA shared When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 1-11 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 22
1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support PCI cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 23
to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The down and reboot the system so BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to its previous values. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 1-13 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 24
ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5V lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. P4BP-MX 2.0 KBPWR 2 1 +5V 3 2 +5V (Default) P4BP-MX 2.0 Keyboard Power Setting 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR_12, USBPWR_34, USBPWR_56) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 25
. This port connects to your serial mouse and other serial devices. 10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 11. PS/2 keyboard port. This purple connector is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 1-15 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 26
(usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. P4BP-MX 2.0 IDE Connectors PIN 1 2. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY1) 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 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 27
stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel P4BP-MX 2.0 CD(Black) AUX(White) P4BP-MX 2.0 Internal Audio Connectors ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 1-17 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 28
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. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND P4BP-MX - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 29
front panel audio cable. AGND +5VA BLINE_OUT_R BLINE_OUT_L P4BP-MX 2.0 FP_AUDIO MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L P4BP-MX 2.0 Front Panel Audio Connector 8. Chassis +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND CHASSIS P4BP-MX 2.0 (Default) P4BP-MX 2.0 Chassis Alarm Lead ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 1-19 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 30
J1CX J1B1 +5V MIDI_IN J2B2 J2CY MIDI_OUT J2CX J2B1 +5V P4BP-MX 2.0 GAME1 P4BP-MX 2.0 Game Connector The GAME/MIDI module is purchased separately. 10. Digital Audio connector (6-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect one end of the - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 31
chassis that supports this feature. You must also configure the UART2 Use As parameter in BIOS to set UART2 for use with IR. Use the ten pins as shown in Back View and connect a ribbon cable from the module to the motherboard IR connector according to the pin definitions. P4BP-MX 2.0 IR_CON PX - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 32
system front panel functions. Power LED Power Button F_PANEL P4BP-MX 2.0 IDE_LED Reset P4BP-MX 2.0 System Panel connector • System Power LED Lead (2- the system between ON and SLEEP, or ON and SOFT OFF, depending on the BIOS or OS settings. Pressing the power switch while in the ON mode for more than - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 33
Chapter 2 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS information ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-1 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 34
the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFLASH utilities. • A working BIOS file for this motherboard is in the support CD. Use this file only when you do not have a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file in a floppy disk. • Visit the ASUS website and download the latest BIOS file - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 35
with the executable Flash Memory Writer Utility (AWDFLASH.EXE). Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. Save only the updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to avoid loading a wrong BIOS file. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com). Rename the - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 36
auto recovery tool allows you to restore BIOS from a floppy disk that contains the BIOS file, in case the current BIOS on the motherboard fails or gets corrupted. 1. Prepare a floppy disk that contains the motherboard BIOS before proceeding with the BIOS update process. 2. If you have saved a copy - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 37
updating the BIOS! Doing so may cause system boot failure! 2. When the BIOS update process is complete, reboot the system. The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 38
with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To install ASUS Update: 1. Insert the support CD to the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 39
on the succeeding screens to complete the update process. If you selected the option to update the BIOS from a file, a window pops up prompting you to locate the file. Select the file, click Save, then follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-7 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 40
Setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware hub (FHW) chip 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 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 41
keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-9 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 42
-up window Select an item in the menu, then press Enter to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 43
are Hour: (00 to 23), Minute: (00 to 59), Second: (00 to 59). Use BIOS setup or the system. Select [Setup] to require the password before entering the BIOS Setup. Select [System] to require the password before entering the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [System] ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 44
required to enter the BIOS Setup program preventing unauthorized access section "2.6 Jumpers" on page 2-18 for instructions on erasing the CMOS RTC RAM. Drive A/ Support [Disabled] Disables or sets the floppy 3 mode support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Drive A] [Drive B] [Both] Video [EGA/VGA - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 45
hard disk was already formatted on a previous system, the setup BIOS may detect incorrect parameters. In these cases, select [Manual] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters. If no drive is value from the drive documentation, then press . ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-13 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 46
sectors per track. Transfer Mode This item shows the Transfer mode. This item is not configurable. 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 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 47
Chipset Features DRAM Timing Selectable [By SPD] Sets the DRAM Timing configuration. Set to manual if you want to configure each item on your own. Configuration options: [Manual] of DRAM clocks used for the DRAM parameters. Configuration options: [7] [6] [5] ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-15 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 48
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Memory Frequency for [Auto] This item allows you set the FSB and system memory frequency. The default setting is to limit the CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled, if you installed Windows® XP operating system. 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 49
On-Chip Primary PCI IDE [Enabled] Disables or enables the On-chip Primary PCI IDE support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Primary Master PIO [Auto] Primary Slave PIO [ devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [Mode 0] [Mode 1] [Mode 2] [Mode 3] [Mode 4] ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-17 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 50
USB Keyboard Support [Enabled] Disables or enables the USB keyboard support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Mouse Support [Enabled] Disables or enables the USB mouse support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AC97 Audio /IRQ5] [3BC/IRQ7] 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 51
] [Enabled] Configuration Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-19 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 52
suspend. Configuration options: [S1 (POS)] [S3 (STR)] [S1 & S3] USB Device Wake-Up From S3 [Enabled] Disables or enables the USB device wake-up from S3 feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] POWER DISABLED!!! Press any key to continue..." appears. 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS information - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 53
this item is enabled, the Date (of Month) Alarm and Time(hh:mm:ss) Alarm fields are activated for manual setup. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Date (of Month) Alarm [0] To set the data of alarm, . 2. Key-in a value (Min=0, Max=23), then press . ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-21 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 54
[xxxºC] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [0RPM] in rotations per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, that field shows 0 RPM. VCore [X.XXV] +12V [X.XXV] +3V [X.XXV] - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 55
SCSI] [CDROM] [HDD-1] [HDD-2] [HDD-3] [ZIP] [USB-FDD] [USB-CDROM] [LAN] [Disabled] Boot Other Device [Disabled] Enables ] Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled] When enabled, the BIOS will seek the floppy disk drive to determine whether the drive ASUS MyLogo™ feature. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 2-23 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 56
you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to other fields other than system date, time, and password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before you exit the BIOS Setup. Load Fail-Safe Defaults This option allows you to load the fail-safe values for each of the parameters on the - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 57
Chapter 3 This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Software support - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 58
contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features. The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 59
the USB 2.0 driver. REALTEK LAN Driver This item installs the Realtek® LAN driver. For Windows® XP users, make sure to install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 to support USB 2.0. 3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS P4BP-MX - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 60
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 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 61
The connector sensing feature allows you to check if your audio devices are connected properly. Click the the Connector Sensing tab to display the details. Click the Option button to change sensing options. Click the Start button to start connection sensing. ASUS P4BP-MX 2.0 motherboard 3-5 - Asus P4BP-MX 2.0 | P4BP-MX 2.0 user's manual - Page 62
problems, make sure that your audio cables are connected to the proper audio jack and repeat connector sensing. Click the X button to exit EZ-connection dialog box. Click the Exit (X) button on the upper-right hand corner of the window to exit audio control panel. 3-6 Chapter 3: Software support
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