Asus P5GC MX 1333 - Motherboard - Micro ATX User Manual

3-2 Chapter 3: Software support
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support
CD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the
ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.
Click an item to install
3.1 Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows
®
2000/XP/Vista operating systems (OS).
Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the
features of your hardware.
3.2 Support CD information
The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers,
software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard
features.
3.2.1 Running the support CD
Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the
Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS
documentation for detailed information.
• Make sure that you install Windows
®
2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows
®
XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better
compatibility and system stability.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without
notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.
Click an icon to display
support CD/motherboard
information
Make sure to choose the right support CD les according to the version of your
mother board. Refer to your Printed Circuit Board (PCB) for version information.

Asus P5GC MX 1333 - Motherboard - Micro ATX Specifications

General

Brand	Asus
Model	P5GC MX 1333 - Motherboard - Micro ATX
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Product Introduction

1.5 Motherboard Overview

General view and identification of motherboard components and layout.

1.5.3 Motherboard Layout

Detailed diagram identifying connectors, slots, and components on the motherboard.

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Information and procedures for installing and managing the CPU on the motherboard.

1.6.1 Installing the CPU

Step-by-step instructions for safely installing a CPU into the motherboard socket.

1.6.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan

Procedure for mounting the CPU heatsink and fan for optimal cooling.

1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan

Instructions for safely removing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

1.7 System Memory

Details regarding system memory installation, types, and configurations.

1.7.3 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List

List of tested and approved DDR2 memory modules for compatibility.

1.7.4 Installing a DIMM

Step-by-step process for inserting a memory module (DIMM) into a socket.

1.7.5 Removing a DIMM

Instructions for safely ejecting a memory module (DIMM) from its socket.

1.8 Expansion Slots

Description of available expansion slots for adding peripheral cards.

1.8.1 Installing an Expansion Card

Procedure for physically installing an expansion card into an available slot.

1.8.2 Configuring an Expansion Card

Steps for software configuration after installing an expansion card.

1.9 Jumpers

Explanation of motherboard jumpers and their functions.

1.9.1 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

Procedure for clearing CMOS settings using the RTC RAM jumper.

1.9.2 USB Device Wake-Up

Configuration options for enabling/disabling USB device wake-up functionality.

1.10 Connectors

Identification and description of all physical connectors on the motherboard.

1.10.1 Rear Panel Connectors

1.10.2 Internal Connectors

Motherboard Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Precautions to prevent electrical hazards during system handling and operation.

Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe installation and operation of motherboard and its components.

P5GC-MX/1333 Specifications

BIOS Setup

2.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Overview of utilities for BIOS management, including updating and recovery.

2.1.1 Creating a Bootable Floppy Disk

2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility

2.1.3 AFUDOS Utility

2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 Utility

2.1.5 ASUS Update Utility

2.2 BIOS Setup Program

Introduction to accessing and navigating the motherboard's BIOS setup utility.

2.3 Main Menu

2.3.4 Primary, Third and Fourth IDE Master/Slave

2.3.5 IDE Configuration

2.4 Advanced Menu

Accessing and configuring advanced system settings related to CPU and devices.

2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration

2.4.2 USB Configuration

2.4.3 CPU Configuration

Detailed settings related to CPU features, performance, and thermal management.

2.4.4 Chipset

Advanced settings for motherboard chipset features, memory timings, and graphics.

2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration

Enabling/disabling onboard devices like audio, LAN, serial, and parallel ports.

2.4.6 PCI PnP

2.5 Power Menu

Configuration options for advanced power management (APM) and ACPI states.

2.5.4 APM Configuration

2.5.5 Hardware Monitor

2.6 Boot Menu

Options for configuring system boot sequence and startup behavior.

2.6.1 Boot Device Priority

2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration

2.6.3 Security

2.7 Exit Menu

Software Support

3.1 Installing an Operating System

CPU Features Appendix

A.1 Intel® EM64T

A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)

A.2.2 Using the EIST

A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

Using the Hyper-Threading Technology