Asus Pundit P3-PH5X User manual

Pundit P3-PH5X
ASUS PC
(Desktop Barebone)
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E3240
First Edition
December 2007
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Contents
Notices......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information ..................................................................................... vii
About this guide ....................................................................................... viii
System package contents........................................................................... x
Chapter 1: System Introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Front panel.................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Rear panel..................................................................................... 1-4
1.4 Internal components.................................................................... 1-6
Chapter 2: Basic Installation
2.1 Preparation ................................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-2
2.3 Removing the covers ................................................................... 2-3
2.3.1 Removing the system cover............................................ 2-3
2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly................................ 2-4
2.4 Installing a CPU............................................................................ 2-5
2.4.1 CPU installation .............................................................. 2-5
2.4.2 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly................ 2-8
2.5 Installing a DIMM........................................................................ 2-10
2.5.1 Memory congurations.................................................. 2-10
2.5.2 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 2-13
2.5.3 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 2-13
2.6 Installing an expansion card..................................................... 2-14
2.6.1 Expension slots............................................................. 2-14
2.6.2 Expension card installation ........................................... 2-14
2.7 Installing an optical drive.......................................................... 2-17
Uninstalling the optical drive ........................................................ 2-18
2.8 Removing the card reader......................................................... 2-19
2.9 Installing hard disk drives (HDDs)............................................ 2-20
2.9.1 Hard disk drive bays ..................................................... 2-20
2.9.2 SATA hard disk drive installation................................... 2-20
2.9.3 IDE hard disk drive installation...................................... 2-22
2.9.4 Uninstalling a hard disk drive........................................ 2-22
2.10 Replacing the covers................................................................. 2-23
2.10.1 Replacing the front panel assembly.............................. 2-23

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2.10.2 Replacing the system cover.......................................... 2-24
2.11 Installing the foot stands........................................................... 2-25
2.12 Selecting the voltage ................................................................. 2-26
Chapter 3: Getting started
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 Make disk menu.............................................................. 3-5
3.2.5 Manual ............................................................................ 3-6
3.2.6 ASUS contact information............................................... 3-6
3.2.7 Other information ............................................................ 3-7
Chapter 4: Motherboard info
4.1 Motherboard overview................................................................. 4-2
4.2 Jumpers ........................................................................................ 4-3
4.3 Connectors ................................................................................... 4-5
4.3.1 Rear panel connectors.................................................... 4-5
4.3.2 Internal connectors ......................................................... 4-5
Chapter 5: BIOS setup
5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 5-2
5.1.1 Creating a bootable oppy disk....................................... 5-2
5.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility................................................... 5-3
5.1.3 AFUDOS utility................................................................ 5-4
5.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...................................... 5-6
5.1.5 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 5-8
5.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................. 5-11
5.2.1 BIOS menu screen........................................................ 5-12
5.2.2 Menu bar....................................................................... 5-12
5.2.3 Navigation keys............................................................. 5-12
5.2.4 Menu items ................................................................... 5-13
5.2.5 Sub-menu items............................................................ 5-13
5.2.6 Conguration elds ....................................................... 5-13
5.2.7 Pop-up window ............................................................. 5-13
5.2.8 Scroll bar....................................................................... 5-13

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5.2.9 General help ................................................................. 5-13
5.3 Main menu .................................................................................. 5-14
5.3.1 System Time ................................................................. 5-14
5.3.2 System Date ................................................................. 5-14
5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ........................................................ 5-14
5.3.4 SATA1 and SATA 2........................................................ 5-15
5.3.5 IDE Conguration.......................................................... 5-16
5.3.6 System Information ....................................................... 5-17
5.4 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 5-18
5.4.1 Jumperfree Conguration ............................................. 5-18
5.4.2 USB Conguration ........................................................ 5-20
5.4.3 CPU Conguration ........................................................ 5-21
5.4.4 Chipset.......................................................................... 5-23
5.4.5 Onboard Devices Conguration.................................... 5-25
5.4.6 PCI PnP ........................................................................ 5-27
5.5 Power menu................................................................................ 5-28
5.5.1 Suspend Mode ............................................................. 5-28
5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ....................................... 5-28
5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support ......................................................... 5-28
5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support....................................................... 5-28
5.5.5 APM Conguration........................................................ 5-29
5.5.6 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 5-30
5.6 Boot menu .................................................................................. 5-31
5.6.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 5-31
5.6.2 Boot Settings Conguration .......................................... 5-32
5.6.3 Security ......................................................................... 5-33
5.7 Tools menu ................................................................................. 5-35
ASUS EZ Flash 2......................................................................... 5-35
5.8 Exit menu.................................................................................... 5-36
Appendix: CPU features
A.1 Intel® EM64T ..................................................................................A-2
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)........................A-2
A.2.1 System requirements ......................................................A-2
A.2.2 Using the EIST................................................................A-3
A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ...........................................A-4

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. 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. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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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 the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation
that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and
the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your
dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in
any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie.
Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem
ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des
Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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About this guide
Audience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced
users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the barebone system. The chapter
lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel,
and internal components.
2. Chapter 2: Basic installation
This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components
in the system.
3. Chapter 3: Getting started
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities
from the support CD.
4. Chapter 4: Motherboard info
This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the
system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and
connector locations.
5. Chapter 5: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
6. Appendix: CPU features
The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the
motherboard supports.

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Conventions used in this guide
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 a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.

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System package contents
Check your Pundit P3-PH5X system package for the following items.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
Item description
1. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system with
• ASUS motherboard
• 220 W PFC power supply unit
• 6-in-1 storage card reader
2. Accessories
• Foot stand and screw (1 pair) for vertical placement
• Rubber stand (x 4) for horizontal placement
• Hard disk drive screw (x 8)
• Optical drive screw (x 2)
• Rubber washer (x 8)
3. Cables
• AC power cable
• Serial ATA signal cable (x 2)
• IDE cable (x 1)
4. CDs
• Support CD
• Recover PRO CD (only support 2000/XP OS)
5. Quick Installation Guide