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Motherboard P4PE2-X User Guide - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 2
express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 3
this guide vii P4PE2-X specifications summary viii 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 Unique ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Motherboard layout - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 4
to update the BIOS 2-5 2.1.5 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ....... 2-6 2.2 BIOS Setup program 2-8 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-9 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-9 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-9 2.2.4 Menu items 2-10 2.2.5 Sub-menu items 2-10 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-10 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-10 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 5
the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment updates. 1. ASUS Websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User 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 p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User 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 p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 8
P4PE2-X specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus (FSB) Memory Expansion slots IDE Audio LAN Special features Rear panel I/O Internal I/O Socket 478 for Intel® Pentium® 4 / Celeron processors with speeds of up to 3.06+ GHz Intel® Hyper-Threading technology ready Intel 82845PE MCH Intel - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 9
Flash EEPROM, AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, DMI, PnP, TCAV, SM BIOS2.3, ASUS C.P.R., ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 WOL/WOR by PME ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.0 in (30.5 cm x 17.8 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS LiveUpdate Anti-virus utility * Specifications are subject to - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User 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 p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 12
. Supporting up to 2GB of system memory with PC3200*/2700/2100 DDR SDRAM, high-resolution graphics via an AGP 4X slot, USB 2.0, 10/100 Mbps LAN and 6-channel audio features, the P4PE2-X is your affordable vehicle to enter the world of computing! Before you start installing the motherboard, and - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 13
chipset onboard to support 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX networking protocol. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, extending the connection speed from 12 Mbps on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. 6-channel digital audio The ADI AD1888 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 14
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 15
AD1888 RTL 8101L Super I/O 3Mbit BIOS Intel 82845PE MCH SEC_IDE PRI_IDE Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) PCI1 PCI2 P4PE2-X PCI3 ® PCI4 GAME Intel 82801DB ICH4 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power CLRTC CHA_FAN USBPW56 FLOPPY CHASSIS USB56 SB_PWR PANEL ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-5 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 16
in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place seven (7) 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 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 17
recommended that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 1. 4. Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before installing a supported operating system. 5. For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/ info/hyperthreading. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-7 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 18
steps to install a CPU. 1. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°- 100° angle. Socket Lever 90º~100º angle Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle; otherwise, the CPU does not fit in - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 19
Bus. Refer to Table 1 for details. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install double-sided or single-sided DDR DIMMs with 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB densities into the DIMM sockets. When using a CPU with 800 MHz FSB, you can only use one DDR 400 DIMM socket. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-9 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 20
memory chips) are not supported on this motherboard. This motherboard supports different memory frequencies depending on the CPU FSB (Front Side Bus) and the type of DDR DIMM. Table 1 CPU FSB DDR DIMM Type Memory ASUS qualified vendors to ensure system stability. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 21
direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • Install only qualified DDR DIMMs on this motherboard. See Table 3. 1.8 Expansion slots To install and configure an expansion card: 1. Install an expansion card following the instructions that came with the chassis. 2. Turn - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 22
USB 2.0 controller - - Onboard LAN -- C D E F GH shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - -- - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 23
Graphics Port (AGP) slot supports AGP 4X (+1.5V) cards. When you buy an AGP card, make sure that you ask for one with +1.5V specification. Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that they fit the AGP slot on the motherboard. Install only +1.5V AGP cards. P4PE2-X ® Keyed for 1.5v - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 24
Normal (Default) P4PE2-X Clear RTC RAM Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 25
-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port. Otherwise, the system would not power up. • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-15 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 26
This section describes and illustrates the motherboard rear panel and internal connectors. 1. USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. Serial connector. This port connects to your serial mouse and other serial devices. 10. S/PDIF out port. This jack connects to external audio - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 27
zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. PIN 1 PIN 1 P4PE2-X IDE Connectors 2. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 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 5 is removed - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 28
allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. P4PE2-X ® CD(Black) Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel AUX(White) Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel P4PE2-X Internal Audio Connectors 1-18 Chapter 1: Product - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 29
such as high resolution cameras, scanners, and printers. USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P4PE2-X ® USB56 1 P4PE2-X USB 2.0 Header • The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. • Install the USB 2.0 driver before using the USB 2.0 feature. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-19 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 30
jumper caps. Remove the caps only when you are connecting the front panel audio cable. AGND +5VA BLINE_OUT_R BLINE_OUT_L MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L FP_AUDIO P4PE2-X ® P4PE2-X Front Panel Audio Connector 8. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This lead is for a chassis designed - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 31
supports a GAME/MIDI module. If a GAME/MIDI module is available, connect the GAME/MIDI cable to this connector. The GAME/MIDI port on the module connects a joystick or a game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices for playing or editing audio beeps and warnings. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-21 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 32
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 Panel connector is color-coded for easy and foolproof connection. Take note of the specific connector colors as described. 1-22 Chapter - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User 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 P4PE2-X motherboard 2-1 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 34
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS AFUDOS - Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk in DOS mode. 2. ASUS EZ Flash - Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 - Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD. Refer to - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 35
AFUDOS to update the BIOS To update the BIOS using the AFUDOS.EXE utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for your motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS file name on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS file - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 36
When the BIOS update process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt. A:\>afudos /iP4PE2-X.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading file ..... done Erasing flash .... done Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%) - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 37
during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To update the BIOS using ASUS EZ Flash: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for your motherboard and rename the downloaded file as P4PE2-X.ROM. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk. 2. Reboot the system. 3. To - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 38
from a floppy disk that contains the BIOS file, in case the current BIOS on the motherboard fails or gets corrupted. • Prepare the support CD that came with the motherboard or a floppy disk that contains the motherboard BIOS before proceeding with the BIOS update process. • If you have saved a copy - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 39
while 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 ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 40
program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware 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 Setup". This - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 41
. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 2-9 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 42
specific in] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not user- configurable, you may change item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field window." 2.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press Enter to display a pop-up window Pop-up window Scroll bar At the top right - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 43
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 ] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.] ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 2-11 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 44
by BIOS and are not user-configurable. These items show "Not Detected" if no IDE device is installed in the system. Type [Auto] Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 45
Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 1500MHz : 1500MHz : 1 System Memory Size : 256MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 2-13 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 46
overclocking options. When set to Manual, the CPU Frequency, DRAM Frequency, DDR Reference Voltage, CPU VCore Voltage, and Spread (external frequency) multiplied by the bus multiple equals the CPU speed. The value of this item is auto-detected by BIOS. The values range from 100 to 400. Use the - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 47
parameters are set according to the DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect). When disabled, you can manually set the DRAM timing parameters through the DRAM sub-items. The following sub-items appear when this item is Disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 2-15 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 48
Configuration options: [External PCI] [External AGP] [Auto] Graphics Aperture Size [64MB] Allows you to select the size of mapped memory for AGP graphic data. Configuration options: [4MB] [8MB] [16MB] [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB] MPS Revision [1.1] Configuration options: [1.1] [1.4] 2-16 Chapter - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 49
Legacy USB Support USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Mode [Enabled] [Auto] [Enabled] [FullSpeed] USB Mass Storage Device Configuration The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 50
USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] USB POST waits for the USB mass storage device after the start unit command. The message "No USB mass - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 51
setting the memory size to PCI VGA PCI IDE BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you installed a Plug & Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug & Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 52
to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled] Allows BIOS to use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to IDE devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IRQ xx [Available] When set to [Available], the specific IRQ is free for use of - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 53
on S3 Resume [No] Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to add more tables for ACPI 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 54
an external modem off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on. 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 55
allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on CPU and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the specific ASUS P4PE2-X Motherboard 2-23 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 56
2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIV] [PM-ST320413A] [PS-ASUS CD-S340] 1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive] These items specify the Boot Full Screen Logo AddOn ROM Display Mode Bootup Num-Lock PS/2 Mouse Support Wait for 'F1' If Error Hit 'DEL' Message Display Interrupt 19 Capture - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 57
system displays the message "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4PE2-X Motherboard 2-25 - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 58
the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor your BIOS password, you can 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 p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 59
], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the boot sector virus protection. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4PE2-X Motherboard - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 60
RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears to fields other than system date, system time, and password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 61
Chapter 3 This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Software support - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 62
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 p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 63
2.0 driver to support your USB devices. Realtek 10/100M LAN Driver This item installs the Realtek® RTL8101L drivers to support 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX networking. 3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard - Asus p4pe2x | P4PE2-X User Manual - Page 64
speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer at a healthy operating condition. ASUS Update This program allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make
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