Asus P5GC MX 1333 User Manual
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Motherboard P5GC-MX /1333 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User 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 P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 3
vii About this guide viii Typography ix P5GC-MX/1333 specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 4
1-26 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility 2-3 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-8 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 5
2.6.3 Security 2-33 2.7 Exit menu 2-35 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing 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 3-4 3.2.4 ASUS Contact information 3-6 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel® EM64T - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 6
. 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 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 7
qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. This symbol of - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 8
the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 9
the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/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: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 10
P5GC-MX/1333 specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB Rear panel BIOS features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D Processors Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors Supports Intel® - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 11
P5GC-MX/1333 specifications summary Special features Manageability Internal connectors Power Requirement ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS Q-Fan WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Floppy disk drive - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 12
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 14
for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of the above - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 15
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel® ICH7 chipset. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 300 MB/s data transfer rate. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1- - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 16
to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 2-6 for details. ASUS EZ Flash With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 17
reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P5GC-MX/1333 R SB_PWR ON Standby Power P5GC-MX/1333 Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1- - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 18
image below. 1.5.2 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 can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P5GC-MX/1333 R 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 19
CPU_FAN CHA_FAN 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 18.8cm(7.4in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard ATX12V LGA775 DDR2 DIMM_B1(64 bit,240-pin module) SPEAKER P5GC-MX/1333 R DDR2 DIMM_A1(64 bit,240-pin module) PARALLEL PORT COM1 VGA1 4Mb BIOS F_PANEL PRI_IDE USB34 LAN_USB12 AUDIO LAN Super I/O CD - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 20
instructions for the CPU, fan and heatsink assembly. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. • Upon purchase of the motherboard motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost socket on the motherboard. P5GC-MX/1333 R P5GC-MX/1333 CPU Socket - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 21
triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket. The socket alignment key should fit into Alignment key the CPU notch. Gold triangle mark ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 A 1- - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 22
CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper‑Threading Technology. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 23
assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink motherboard. Fastener Motherboard hole Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove directed outward. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1-11 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 24
the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN GND +12V CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5GC-MX/1333 R P5GC-MX/1333 CPU Fan Connector • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 25
and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink B and fan assembly from the A A motherboard. B A B B A ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1-13 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 26
4. Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to reset the orientation. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 27
optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR2 Qualified Vendors List on next page for details. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips or double-sided x16 memory modules. . ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1-15 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 28
1.7.3 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following table lists the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard. Make sure to choose the right QVLs (Qualified Vendors List) - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 29
534AP takeMS DS MS18T51280-3.7P0645D • • DDR2 667 Qualified Vendors List DIMM support Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component A B 256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 ADATA M2OAD5G3I4176I1C52 ADATA DS AD29608A8A-3EG20645 • • (continued on the next page) ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1-17 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 30
module inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory configuration. B - supports one pair of modules inserted into the yellow slots as one pair of Dual‑channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest memory Qualified Vendor List (QVL). Make sure to choose - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 31
cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 1 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 32
the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 33
motherboard 2.0 controller Onboard IDE port Onboard HD audio Onboard LAN A B C D E F G 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 P5GC-MX/1333 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 34
cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. If you install a PCI graphics card, we recommend that you remove the onboard graphics card driver. 1.8.5 PCI Express x1 This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 35
clear the CMOS memory of date, BIOS setup to re-enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! P5GC-MX/1333 R 12 23 CLRTC Normal (Default) P5GC-MX/1333 Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 36
ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. P5GC-MX/1333 R PS2_USBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) P5GC-MX/1333 USB Device Wake Up +5VSB The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 37
to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK LED to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1-25 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 38
Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. P5GC-MX/1333 R FLOPPY PIN1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 39
Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device(s). P5GC-MX/1333 R PRI_IDE P5GC-MX/1333 IDE Connector Single device Two devices ," make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1-27 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 40
SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. P5GC-MX/1333 R SATA1 P5GC-MX/1333 SATA Connectors GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND SATA3 SATA2 SATA4 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 41
S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF module. P5GC-MX/1333 R +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT P5GC-MX/1333 Digital Audio Connector The S/PDIF out module is purchased separately. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 42
2.0-compliant PSU passed the motherboard power requirement test with the following configuration: CPU : Memory : Graphics card : Parallel if you intend to install additional devices. ATX12V EATXPWR P5GC-MX/1333 R +12V DC GND P5GC-MX/1333 ATX Power Connector +12V DC +3 Volts GND + - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 43
GND USB_P5+ USB_P5USB+5V P5GC-MX/1333 R USB56 USB78 1 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND NC GND USB_P6+ USB_P6USB+5V P5GC-MX/1333 USB 2.0 Connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module is purchased separately. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1-31 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 44
out_R NC Line out_L MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L P5GC-MX/1333 Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector is set to AC97 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 45
depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 1-33 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 46
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This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 2 BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 48
BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy, or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) 4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 49
the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard and rename the same to P5GCMX.ROM. Make sure to choose the right BIOS files from ASUS website according to the version of your mother - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 50
BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as shown. 1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 51
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Make sure to choose the right BIOS files from ASUS website according to the version - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 52
disk that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support CD, or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility. • Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to P5GCMX.ROM. Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 53
be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. Make sure to choose the right BIOS files according to the version of your mother board. Refer to your Printed Circuit Board (PCB) for version information. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2- - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 54
BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 55
> Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest the Internet option from the you to avoid network traffic, or drop‑down menu, then click Next. click Auto Select. Click Next. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2- - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 56
to download. Click Next. 5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 57
you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. Make sure to choose the right BIOS files according to the version of your mother board. Refer to your Printed Circuit Board (PCB) for version information. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-11 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 58
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Primary IDE Master Primary IDE select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 59
wrong values in the sections below may cause system to malfunction. Configure DRAM Timing by SPD Memory Acceleration Mode DRAM Idle Timer DRAm Refresh Rate [Enabled] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] Graphic screen is a brief description of the selected item. Pop-up window Scroll bar ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-13 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 60
screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section "2.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.] 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 61
Fourth IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 62
you wish to configure the item. IDE Configuration Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode] . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 63
Support options and encounter problems, revert to the Memory Total : 512MB Appropriated : 8MB Available : 504MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 64
relevant parameters. Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to be stable. If the system becomes unstable, return to the default. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Overclock Profile] 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 65
the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Disabled] Allows you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-19 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 66
related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configure The CPU Ratio would be user's manual. Select Screen Select Item +- Change updation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Enable this item to boot legacy operating systems that cannot support - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 67
Auto] When set to [Auto], the BIOS will automatically check the CPU's capability to enable the C1E support. In C1E mode, the CPU power [Enabled, 8MB] DVMT Mode Select [DVMT Model] DVMT/FIXED Memory [128MB] Boot Display Device [Auto] TV Connector [Auto] HDTV ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-21 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 68
DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect). When disabled, you can manually set the DRAM timing parameters through the DRAM sub-items. 3 [Auto] Sets this item to enabled to reduce bottlenecks of memory bandwidth. Sets it to disabled for safe mode. Configuration options: [ 8MB] 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 69
[DVMT Mode] Allows you to select the graphics memory type. Configuration options: [Fixed MODE] [DVMT Mode] [Combo Mode] DVMT/FIXED Memory [128MB] Configuration options: [64MB] [128MB] [ Selects the high priority port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [PCI Express Port 2] ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-23 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 70
audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97][HD Audio] Onboard PCIEX 10/100Mb LAN . Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC] 2-24 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 71
[ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-25 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 72
channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing the settings Save and Exit ESC Exit Plug and Play O/S [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 73
you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-27 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 74
an external modem off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on. 2-28 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 75
] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system through a PCI Express LAN card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-29 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 76
is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Configuration options: [Ignored] [xxxRPM] CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. 2-30 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 77
-emsvcirceeesn. The number of device items that appears on the screen deFFp11e0ndsGSoeanvneetrhaaelndnHueElxmpitber of devices installed in the system. ESC Exit Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled] ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-31 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 78
Logo [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait For 'F1' If Error ] to use the ASUS MyLogo™ feature. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 79
the Change Supervisor Password then press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section "2.6 Jumpers" for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-33 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 80
the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. 2-34 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 81
items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes before exiting. Press to save the changes while exiting. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 2-35 - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 82
the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 83
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 3 Software support - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 84
CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates. Make sure to - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 85
the online help or readme file that came with the utility for details. Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Installs the Intel Graphics Accelerator driver. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek Audio driver. Atheros L2 Ethernet Driver Installs the Atheros L2 Ethernet Driver. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 3- - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 86
detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 87
.com) for updates. ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide Click to open the ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide. The installation guide is in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the ASUS Superb Software Library CD before opening the guide. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 3- - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 88
3.2.4 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 3- Chapter 3: Software support - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 89
CPU featAures The Appendix describes the CPU features that the motherboard supports. - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 90
motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS -bit drivers for the motherboard components and devices from the support CD. 4. Install the 64-bit drivers for expansion - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 91
press . See page 2-24 for details. 4. Press to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup. 5. After the computer restarts, right click on a blank space on the desktop, then select Properties from displays and procedures may vary depending on the operating system. ASUS P5GC-MX/1333 A- - Asus P5GC MX 1333 | User Manual - Page 92
• The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® Service Pack 1 or later version is recommended. • Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before installing a supported
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