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- Page 1 P4PE2-X User Guide...
- 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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 ..........1-5 1.5.2 Placement direction .......... - Page 4 Contents 2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash 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 .............
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Page 5: Notices
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 Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. -
Page 6: Safety Information
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. -
Page 7: About This Guide
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: 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. -
Page 8: P4Pe2-X Specifications Summary
2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2GB memory Supports PC3200*/2700/2100 unbuffered non-ECC DDR DIMMs (*Overclocked mode, a PC3200 DIMM requires a CPU with 800MHz FSB. Obtain PC3200 DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors.) Expansion slots 1 x AGP 4X (1.5V only) 4 x PCI... - Page 9 BIOS features 3Mb Flash EEPROM, AMI BIOS with enhanced ACPI, DMI, PnP, TCAV, SM BIOS2.3, ASUS C.P.R., ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 Industry standard PCI 2.2, USB 2.0 Manageability WOL/WOR by PME Form Factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.0 in (30.5 cm x 17.8 cm)
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Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... -
Page 12: Welcome
® Thank you for buying the ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! ® ® The motherboard incorporates the Intel Pentium 4 Processor in 478-pin package ®... -
Page 13: Unique Asus Features
1.3.2 Unique ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the ASUS support CD or a floppy with the BIOS image file in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. -
Page 14: Before You Proceed
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. -
Page 15: Motherboard Overview
Center:Line Out 82845PE Below:Mic In FP_AUDIO AD1888 Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Intel PCI1 82801DB ICH4 8101L PCI2 CLRTC P4PE2-X CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power CHA_FAN PCI3 ® FLOPPY PCI4 USBPW56 3Mbit CHASSIS GAME BIOS USB56 SB_PWR PANEL ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard... -
Page 16: Placement Direction
1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated 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. -
Page 17: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)
3. It is 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... -
Page 18: Installing The Cpu
1.6.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to install a CPU. 1. Locate the 478-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 90º~100º angle 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°- 100° angle. Socket Lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100°... -
Page 19: System Memory
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... -
Page 20: Dimm Qualified Vendors List
HYB25D256800CE-5C HYS64D32300HU-5-C 256MB Hynix HY5DU56822BT-D43 HYMD232646B8J-D43 AA 256MB MICRON MT46V32M8TG-5BC MT8VDDT3264AG-40BCB Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors to ensure system stability. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest qualified vendors list (QVL). 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 21: Installing A Dimm
3. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables next page. 4. Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the card documentation. * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-11... -
Page 22: Standard Interrupt Assignments
1.8.1 Standard interrupt assignments Priority Standard Function System Timer Keyboard Controller Programmable Interrupt Communications Port (COM2) Communications Port (COM1) IRQ holder for PCI steering Floppy Disk Controller Printer Port (LPT1) System CMOS/Real Time Clock IRQ holder for PCI steering Advance AC’97 CODEC Standard PCI Graphics Adapter (VGA) PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port Numeric Data Processor... -
Page 23: Pci Slots
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 ® P4PE2-X Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-13... -
Page 24: Jumpers
Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you 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 RAM data in CMOS, that include system setup information such as system passwords, is powered by the onboard button cell battery. - Page 25 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...
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Page 26: Connectors
1.10 Connectors This section describes and illustrates the motherboard rear panel and internal connectors. 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. -
Page 27: Internal Connectors
(Pin 5 is removed to prevent incorrect insertion when using ribbon cables with pin 5 plug). FLOPPY PIN 1 P4PE2-X NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1. ® P4PE2-X Floppy Disk Drive Connector ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-17... - Page 28 3. ATX power connectors (20-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors connect to an ATX 12V power supply. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. In addition to the 20-pin ATX power connector, this motherboard requires that you connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug to provide sufficient power to the CPU.
- Page 29 USB 2.0 ports for connecting next generation USB peripherals such as high resolution cameras, scanners, and printers. USB56 P4PE2-X ® 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...
- Page 30 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) This is an interface for the front panel cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices. Be default, the pins labeled LINE OUT_R/BLINE_OUT_R and the pins LINE OUT_L/BLINE_OUT_L are shorted with jumper caps. Remove the caps only when you are connecting the front panel audio cable.
- Page 31 • System Warning Speaker Lead (Orange 4-pin SPKR) This 4-pin connector connects to the case-mounted speaker and allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. ASUS P4PE2-X motherboard 1-21...
- Page 32 • Reset Switch Lead (Blue 2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector connects to the case-mounted reset switch for rebooting the system without turning off the system power. • ATX Power Switch / Soft-Off Switch Lead (Yellow 2-pin PWRBTN ) This connector connects a switch that controls the system power. Pressing the power switch turns the system between ON and SLEEP, or ON and SOFT OFF, depending on the BIOS or OS settings.
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Page 33: Chapter 2: Bios Information
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... -
Page 34: Managing And Updating Your Bios
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 the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. -
Page 35: Using Afudos To Update The Bios
2.1.2 Using 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 name at the prompt. -
Page 36: Using Afudos To Copy Bios From Pc
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 .. -
Page 37: Using Asus Ez Flash To Update The Bios
When the copy process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt. 2.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a diskette and using a DOS-based utility. -
Page 38: Recovering The Bios With Crashfree Bios 2
DO NOT shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so may cause system boot failure! User recovery requested. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file “P4PE2-X.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing... Flashed successfully. Rebooting. 2.1.5 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 The CrashFree BIOS 2 auto recovery tool allows you to restore BIOS from the motherboard support CD, or from a floppy disk that contains the BIOS file, in case the current BIOS on the motherboard fails or gets corrupted. -
Page 39: To Recover The Bios From The Support Cd
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... -
Page 40: Bios Setup Program
1. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. 2. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest product and BIOS information. Chapter 2: BIOS Setup... -
Page 41: Bios Menu Screen
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] select a field. Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A] Use [+] or [-] to Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S340] configure system time. Secondary IDE Master : [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave : [Not Detected] System Information... -
Page 42: Menu Items
[English] Use [+] or [-] to Primary IDE Master :[ST320413A] configure system time. example, selecting Main shows the Main Primary IDE Slave :[ASUS CD-S340] Secondary IDE Master :[Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave :[Not Detected] menu items. System Information Select Screen... -
Page 43: Main Menu
System Date [Thu 08/05/2003] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Primary IDE Master : [ST320413A] Primary IDE Slave : [ASUS CD-S340] Secondary IDE Master : [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave : [Not Detected] System Information 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xxxx] Allows you to set the system time 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]... -
Page 44: Primary And Secondary Ide Master/Slave
2.3.4 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, BIOS auto-detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press Enter to display the IDE device information. Primary IDE Master Device : Hard Disk Vendor... -
Page 45: System Information
Type : Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 1500MHz Speed : 1500MHz Count 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... -
Page 46: Advanced Menu
Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values may cause the system to malfunction. JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration... -
Page 47: Cpu Configuration
When this item is enabled, the DRAM timing 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... - Page 48 DRAM CAS# Latency [2.5 Clocks] This item controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time the data actually becomes available. Configuration options: [2.0 Clocks] [2.5 Clocks] [3.0 Clocks] DRAM RAS# Precharge [4 Clocks] This item controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR SDRAM.
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Page 49: Onboard Devices Configuration
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [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 2-17... -
Page 50: Usb Mass Storage Device Configuration
USB Function [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the USB function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. -
Page 51: Pci Pnp
When set to [No], 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 2-19... - Page 52 PCI Latency Timer [64] Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ.
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Page 53: Power Menu
2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ACPI support in the ASIC. When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P4PE2-X Motherboard 2-21... -
Page 54: Apm Configuration
2.5.6 APM Configuration APM Configuration Power Management/APM [Enabled] Power Button Mode [On/Off] Restore On AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power On RTC Alarm [Disabled] Power On Ring [Disabled] Power On PME# [Disabled] Power On by PS/2 Device [Disabled] Power Management/APM [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. -
Page 55: Hardware Monitor
If any of the monitored items is out of range, the following error message appears: “Hardware Monitor found an error. Enter Power setup menu for details”. You will then be prompted to “Press F1 to continue or DEL to enter SETUP”. ASUS P4PE2-X Motherboard 2-23... -
Page 56: Boot Menu
2nd Boot Device [PM-ST320413A] 3rd Boot Device [PS-ASUS CD-S340] 1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive] These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appear on the screen depends on the the number of devices installed in the system. - Page 57 This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Make sure that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you wish to use the ASUS MyLogo™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM.
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Page 58: Security
2.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Clear User Password Boot Sector Virus Protection... -
Page 59: Change User Password
When set to [Always], 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 2-27... -
Page 60: Exit Menu
Exit menu The Exit menu 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 Load Setup Defaults Pressing <Esc>... -
Page 61: Chapter 3: Software Support
Chapter 3 This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Software support... -
Page 62: Install An Operating System
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 your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. -
Page 63: Drivers Menu
This item installs the USB 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... -
Page 64: Asus Contact Information
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 can connect to the ASUS website.