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Page 3 - i i i; Contents; Chapter 1: Product introduction

i i i Contents Notices ................................................................................................ viSafety information ..............................................................................viiAbout this guide ................................................................

Page 4 - i v; Chapter 2: BIOS setup

i v Contents 1.10 Connectors ......................................................................... 1-24 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 1-241.10.2 Internal connectors ............................................... 1-25 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing a...

Page 5 - Chapter 3: Software support; Using the Intel

v Contents 2.5 Chipset menu ...................................................................... 2-16 2.5.1 North Bridge .......................................................... 2-162.5.2 South Bridge ........................................................ 2-172.5.3 Legacy USB Configuration ......

Page 6 - v i; Notices; F e d e r a l C o m m u n i c a t i o n s C o m m i s s i o n S t a t e m e n t; interference that may cause undesired operation.; C a n a d i a n D e p a r t m e n t o f C o m m u n i c a t i o n s S t a t e m e n t; or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party

v i Notices F e d e r a l C o m m u n i c a t i o n s C o m m i s s i o n S t a t e m e n t 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 receive...

Page 7 - v i i; Safety information; E l e c t r i c a l s a f e t y

v i i The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Safety information E l e c t r i c a l s a f e t y • To prevent electrical shock haza...

Page 8 - v i i i; About this guide; H o w t h i s g u i d e i s o r g a n i z e d

v i i i About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. H o w t h i s g u i d e i s o r g a n i z e d This manual contains the following parts:• C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n This chapter describes the feat...

Page 9 - i x; C o n v e n t i o n s u s e d i n t h i s g u i d e; Typography; Command

i x C o n v e n t i o n s u s e d i n t h i s g u i d e To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. Typography DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to p...

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Page 13 - This chapter describes the motherboard

1 Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

Page 14 - C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n; Package contents; L G A 7 7 5 I n t e l

1 - 2 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1.1 Welcome! T h a n k y o u f o r b u y i n g a n A S U S ® P 5 L - M X / I P A T m o t h e r b o a r d ! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS qualit...

Page 16 - The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to; Before you proceed; components or change any motherboard settings.; Onboard LED

1 - 4 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before rem...

Page 17 - Motherboard overview; to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.; motherboard components.; . 5 . 1 P l a c e m e n t d i r e c t i o n; rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below.; motherboard to the chassis.

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 5 P5L-MX/IP A T R 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can...

Page 18 - . 5 . 3 M o t h e r b o a r d l a y o u t

1 - 6 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1 . 5 . 3 M o t h e r b o a r d l a y o u t 20.3cm (8in) 24.5cm (9.6i n) DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) P5L-MX/IP A T LAN_USB3 4 AUDIO LGA775 CPU_FAN Super I/O CHA_FAN 1 FL OP PY PRI_ID E PA NE L...

Page 19 - . 6 . 1 I n s t a l l l i n g t h e C P U; Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 7 1 . 6 . 1 I n s t a l l l i n g t h e C P U To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel ® Core™2 Extreme/Core™2 Duo/Pentium ® D/Pen...

Page 21 - The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU; snaps into the retention tab.; The motherboard supports Intel

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 9 The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. A B The mother...

Page 22 - . 6 . 2 I n s t a l l l i n g t h e C P U h e a t s i n k a n d f a n

1 - 1 0 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1 . 6 . 2 I n s t a l l l i n g t h e C P U h e a t s i n k a n d f a n The Intel ® Core™2 Extreme/Core™2 Duo/Pentium ® D/Pentium ® 4 and Celeron ® D processors require a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum th...

Page 23 - errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.; When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 1 1 Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 2. Push dow...

Page 24 - . 6 . 3 U n i n s t a l l i n g t h e C P U h e a t s i n k a n d f a n

1 - 1 2 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1 . 6 . 3 U n i n s t a l l i n g t h e C P U h e a t s i n k a n d f a n To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up...

Page 25 - The narrow end of the

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 1 3 4. Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to reset the orientation. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) N a r r o w e n d o f t...

Page 26 - System memory; The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline; . 7 . 2 M e m o r y c o n f i g u r a t i o n s; DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.; • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum

1 - 1 4 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1.7 System memory 1 . 7 . 1 O v e r v i e w The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint comp...

Page 28 - . 7 . 3 D D R 2 Q u a l i f i e d V e n d o r s L i s t; com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard.; D D R 2 6 6 7 Q u a l i f i e d V e n d o r s L i s t

1 - 1 6 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1 . 7 . 3 D D R 2 Q u a l i f i e d V e n d o r s L i s t The following table lists the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for use with this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus. com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM mo...

Page 29 - D D R 2 5 3 3 Q u a l i f i e d V e n d o r s L i s t

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 1 7 D D R 2 5 3 3 Q u a l i f i e d V e n d o r s L i s t DIMM support Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component A B 256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 Elpida SS E5116AB-5C-E • • 256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 Elpida SS E5116AF-5C-E • • 512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 Hynix...

Page 31 - Expansion slots; . 8 . 1 I n s t a l l i n g a n e x p a n s i o n c a r d; Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 1 9 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. 1 . 8 . 1 I n s t a l l i n g a n e x p a n s i o n c a r d To install an expansion card: 1. Befo...

Page 32 - . 8 . 3 I n t e r r u p t a s s i g n m e n t s; S t a n d a r d i n t e r r u p t a s s i g n m e n t s; * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.; I R Q a s s i g n m e n t s f o r t h i s m o t h e r b o a r d; “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise,

1 - 2 0 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1 . 8 . 3 I n t e r r u p t a s s i g n m e n t s S t a n d a r d i n t e r r u p t a s s i g n m e n t s IRQ Standard Function 0 System Timer 1 Keyboard Controller 2 Re-direct to IRQ#9 4 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 IRQ holder for PCI...

Page 33 - . 8 . 5 P C I E x p r e s s x 1 6

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 2 1 1 . 8 . 4 P C I s l o t s The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 1 . 8 . 5 P C I E x p r e s s x 1 6 This motherboard supports...

Page 34 - Jumpers; This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in; Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC; Clear RTC RAM

1 - 2 2 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1.9 Jumpers 1 . C l e a r R T C R A M ( C L R T C ) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery pow...

Page 35 - USB Device Wake Up

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 2 3 • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500 mA 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 ...

Page 36 - LAN port; L A N p o r t L E D i n d i c a t i o n s; . 1 0 . 1 R e a r p a n e l c o n n e c t o r s; Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for

1 - 2 4 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n SPEED LED ACT/LINK LED LAN port L A N p o r t L E D i n d i c a t i o n s ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection YELLOW Data activity ORANGE 100 Mbps connection (blinking)YELLOW L...

Page 37 - A u d i o 2 , 4 , o r 6 - c h a n n e l c o n f i g u r a t i o n; . 1 0 . 2 I n t e r n a l c o n n e c t o r s; when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.; Floppy Disk Drive Connector; FLOPPY

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 2 5 A u d i o 2 , 4 , o r 6 - c h a n n e l c o n f i g u r a t i o n Light Blue Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Port Headset 4-channel 6-channel 2-channel 7. USB 2.0 ports 1 ...

Page 38 - The onboard IDE connectors are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal; • Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole

1 - 2 6 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 2 . I D E c o n n e c t o r s ( 4 0 - 1 p i n P R I _ I D E ) The onboard IDE connectors are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect th...

Page 39 - S e r i a l A T A h a r d d i s k d r i v e c o n n e c t i o n; SATA Connectors

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 2 7 3 . S e r i a l A T A c o n n e c t o r s ( 7 - p i n S A T A 1 , S A T A 2 , S A T A 3 , S A T A 4 )These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (boot)...

Page 40 - output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector; The S/PDIF out module is purchased separately.; wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.; Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.; CPU Digital Audio Connector

1 - 2 8 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 5 . D i g i t a l A u d i o c o n n e c t o r ( 4 - 1 p i n S P D I F _ O U T ) This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end t...

Page 41 - These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply; • Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 1 - 2 9 6 . ATX power connectors ( 2 4 - p i n E A T X P W R a n d 4 - p i n A T X 1 2 V ) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down fir...

Page 42 - . O p t i c a l d r i v e a u d i o c o n n e c t o r ( 4 - p i n C D ); Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this; These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the optional; Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will

1 - 3 0 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 7 . O p t i c a l d r i v e a u d i o c o n n e c t o r ( 4 - p i n C D ) This connector is for the 4-pin audio cable that connects to the audio connector at the back of the optical drive. Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility ...

Page 44 - System Panel Connector; NEL

1 - 3 2 C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n 1 0 . S y s t e m p a n e l c o n n e c t o r ( 1 0 - 1 p i n F _ P A N E L ) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chass...

Page 45 - BIOS setup; This chapter tells how to change

2 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

Page 46 - C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p; Managing and updating your BIOS; . 1 . 1 C r e a t i n g a b o o t a b l e f l o p p y d i s k; format; motherboard BIOS using the AFUDOS utility.

2 - 2 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) 2. ASUS AFUWIN (Updates the BIOS in...

Page 47 - C o p y i n g t h e c u r r e n t B I O S; • Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 3 2 . 1 . 2 A F U D O S u t i l i t y The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIO...

Page 48 - U p d a t i n g t h e B I O S f i l e; To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:; BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.; completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.; The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.; Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to

2 - 4 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p U p d a t i n g t h e B I O S f i l e To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. 2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (...

Page 49 - cmd; BIOS filename at the DOS prompt later.; Exit

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 5 2 . 1 . 3 A F U W I N u t i l i t y The AFUWIN utility allows you to update the BIOS file in a Windows ® environment.To update the BIOS using AFUWIN: 1. Download the latest BIOS file for your motherboard from the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and save the BIOS file ...

Page 50 - BIOS setup program; reconfiguring your system, or prompted to“Run Setup.” This section

2 - 6 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p • The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load...

Page 51 - . 2 . 1 B I O S m e n u s c r e e n; Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.; . 2 . 3 N a v i g a t i o n k e y s

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 7 On Board LAN Configuration On Board LAN Chip [Enabled] S5 WOL [Enabled] On Board LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power On By External Modems [Disabled] ACPI Settings CPU Configuration IDE Configuration...

Page 52 - . 2 . 6 C o n f i g u r a t i o n f i e l d s

2 - 8 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p 2 . 2 . 4 M e n u i t e m s The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items.The other items (Advanced, Chipset, Boot, Security, and Save & Exit) on the menu bar have th...

Page 53 - Main menu; Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu; . 3 . 1 B I O S I n f o r m a t i o n

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 9 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen 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. BIOS Inf...

Page 54 - Advanced menu; and other system devices.; Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.; Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN chip.

2 - 1 0 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p 2.4 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 can cause the system to malfunction. On Board LAN Co...

Page 55 - Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). Select an item then press; . 4 . 6 P o w e r O n B y E x t e r n a l M o d e m s [ D i s a b l e d ]; E n a b l e A C P I A u t o C o n f i g u r a t i o n [ D i s a b l e d ]; Allows you to enable or disable the ACPI auto configuration.

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 1 1 2 . 4 . 7 A C P I S e t t i n g s The items in this menu allows you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Enable ACPI Auto Configuration [Di...

Page 56 - . 4 . 8 C P U C o n f i g u r a t i o n; automatically detects.; E n h a n c e d D e b u g [ D i s a b l e d ]; CPUs with extended CPUID functions.

2 - 1 2 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p 2 . 4 . 8 C P U C o n f i g u r a t i o n The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Configuration Processor Type Intel(R) Celeron(R)CPU 2 Processor Speed 2665 MHz System Bus Speed 533 MHz Processor Ste...

Page 57 - . 4 . 9 I D E C o n f i g u r a t i o n; if you wish to configure the item.; I D E C o n t r o l l e r [ E n a b l e d ]; Allows you to enable or disable the onboard IDE controller.

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 1 3 IDE Configuration PATA Master Not Present PATA Slave Not Present SATA Port1 Not Present SATA Port2 Not Present SATA Port3 Not Present SATA Port4 Not Present IDE Controller [Enabled] IDE mode [PATA-Primary,SATA-...] Serial-ATA Port1 [Enabled] Serial-ATA Port2 [En...

Page 58 - . 4 . 1 0 S u p e r I O C o n f i g u r a t i o n; for super IO devices. Select an item then press to display the; F l o p p y D i s k C o n t r o l l e r C o n f i g u r a t i o n; Allows you to enable or disable the floppy disk controller.

2 - 1 4 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p Set Parameters of Floppy Disk Controller (FDC) 2 . 4 . 1 0 S u p e r I O C o n f i g u r a t i o n The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for super IO devices. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configurati...

Page 59 - S e r i a l P o r t C o n f i g u r a t i o n; P a r a l l e l P o r t C o n f i g u r a t i o n; Allows you to select an optimal settings for the super IO device.

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 1 5 S e r i a l P o r t C o n f i g u r a t i o n Enable or Disable Serial Port(COM) Serial Port Configuration Serial Port [Enabled] Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4; Change Settings [Auto] Device Mode [Normal] Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the...

Page 60 - Chipset menu; The Advanced menu items allow you to change the advanced chipset; B o o t G r a p h i c A d a p t e r P r i o r i t y [ P C I E -

2 - 1 6 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p North Bridge South Bridge Legacy USB Configuration 2.5 Chipset menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the advanced chipset settings. North Bridge Parameters Select DVMT Size; This option is no function when a VGA Card is Installed 2 . 5 . 1 N o r...

Page 61 - A z a l i a H D A u d i o [ E n a b l e d ]; Allows you to enable or disable the Azalia HD Audio.; A l l U S B P o r t s [ E n a b l e d ]; Allows you to enable or disable all USB

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 1 7 Enable/Disable Azalia HD Audio 2 . 5 . 2 S o u t h B r i d g e Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] USB Configuration ALL USB Ports [Enabled] USB 2.0(EHCI) Support [Enabled] A z a l i a H D A u d i o [ E n a b l e d ] Allows you to enable or disable the...

Page 62 - L e g a c y U S B S u p p o r t [ A u t o ]; Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy; D e v i c e R e s e t t i m e o u t [ 2 0 s e c ]; Allows you to set the USB mass storage device start unit command; The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the; . 5 . 3 L e g a c y U S B C o n f i g u r a t i o n

2 - 1 8 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p L e g a c y U S B S u p p o r t [ A u t o ] Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy...

Page 63 - Boot menu; an item then press to display the configuration options.; We do not recommend you to set the setup prompt timeout to 0.

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 1 9 2.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Boot Configuration Quiet Boot [Disabled] Fast Boot [Disabled] Boot to Linux [Disabled] Setup Prompt Timeo...

Page 64 - Security; . 7 . 1 S e t u p A d m i n i s t r a t o r P a s s w o r d; Password then press . Type the current password then press

2 - 2 0 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p 2.7 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. 2 . 7 . 1 S e t u p A d m i n i s t r a t o r P a s s w o r d Select this item to set or ch...

Page 65 - Select this item to set or change the user password. No password is

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 2 1 2 . 7 . 2 U s e r P a s s w o r d Select this item to set or change the user password. No password is installed by default. To set a User Password: 1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the password box, type a password composed of let...

Page 66 - Exit menu; Pressing does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the; S a v e C h a n g e s a n d R e s e t; Select Ok to save changes and reset.; D i s c a r d C h a n g e s a n d R e s e t; for a confirmation before exiting.; S a v e C h a n g e s; This option allows you to save all the changes you made so far. After; D i s c a r d C h a n g e s

2 - 2 2 C h a p t e r 2 : B I O S s e t u p 2.8 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. Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this...

Page 67 - R e s t o r e D e f a u l t s; This option allows you to load the default values for each of the

A S U S P 5 L - M X / I P A T 2 - 2 3 R e s t o r e D e f a u l t s This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F3>, a confirmation window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Save Ch...

Page 69 - This chapter describes the contents

3 Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.

Page 70 - Installing an operating system; This motherboard supports Windows; Support CD information; motherboard features.; . 2 . 1 R u n n i n g t h e s u p p o r t C D; Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

3-2 Chapter 3: Software support If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double- click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD. C l i c k a n i t e m t o i n s t a l l 3.1 Installing an operating system This motherboa...

Page 72 - A S U S S c r e e n S a v e r

3-4 Chapter 3: Software support 3 . 2 . 3 U t i l i t i e s m e n u The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. A S U S S c r e e n S a v e r Bring life to your computer screen by installing the ASUS screen saver. A D O B E A c r o b a t R e a d e r V ...

Page 73 - item to open the folder of the user manual.; the Adobe; . 2 . 5 A S U S C o n t a c t i n f o r m a t i o n; find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

ASUS P5L-MX/IPAT 3-5 3 . 2 . 4 M a n u a l s m e n u The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader from the Utilities menu before ...

Page 75 - CPU features; The Appendix describes the CPU

A CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features that the motherboard supports.

Page 76 - Intel; U s i n g t h e I n t e l; Enhanced Intel SpeedStep; A . 2 . 1 S y s t e m r e q u i r e m e n t s

A-2 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel ® EM64T • The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel ® Pentium ® 4 LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating systems. • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus. com/...

Page 77 - The screen displays and procedures may vary depending on the

ASUS P5L-MX/IPAT A-3 A . 2 . 2 U s i n g t h e E I S T To use the EIST feature:1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.2. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration, then press <Enter>. 3. Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to [Automatic], then press <Enter>....

Page 78 - U s i n g t h e H y p e r - T h r e a d i n g T e c h n o l o g y; Pentium

A-4 Appendix: CPU features A.3 Intel ® Hyper-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel ® Pentium ® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows ® XP/2003 Server and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, ...