Welcome; Package Contents; Special Features - Asus A7V8X-MX User Manual

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Welcome!

Thank you for buying the ASUS
The ASUS A7V8X-MX motherboard is loaded with the most advanced technologies
to deliver maximum performance for Socket A processors. This motherboard is
packed with value-added features for guaranteed consumer satisfaction. The
following sections provide important technical information about the motherboard
for future upgrades or system reconfiguration.
Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it, check the
items in your package with the list below.
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Package contents

Check your ASUS A7V8X-MX package for the following items.
ASUS A7V8X-MX motherboard.(Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in)
ASUS A7V8X-MX support CD
40-pin 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraATA133/100/66/33 IDE drives
Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive
Bag of extra jumper caps
I/O shield
User Manual
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Special features

333MHz FSB support for Athlon™ XP processors
The A7V8X-MX motherboard supports 333MHz front side bus frequency for
Athlon™ XP processors allowing increased application program productivity and
enhanced digital media experience. See page 1-9 for details.
AGP 8X support
AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is the next generation VGA interface specification that enables
enhanced graphics performance with high bandwidth speeds of up to 2.12 GB/s.
See details on page 1-13.
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