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Pundit P3-PH5X ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) Download the latest manual from the ASUS website: www.asus.com
Pundit P3-PH5X ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) Download the latest manual from the ASUS website: www.asus.com
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..., jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. Chapter 1: System introduction This chapter gives a general description of personal computers. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system.
..., jumper settings, and connector locations. 5. Chapter 1: System introduction This chapter gives a general description of personal computers. Chapter 4: Motherboard info This chapter gives information about the ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X barebone system.
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... Guide CDs • Support CD • Recover PRO CD (only support 2000/XP OS) 5. System package contents Check 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 •...
... Guide CDs • Support CD • Recover PRO CD (only support 2000/XP OS) 5. System package contents Check 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 •...
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X System introduction Chapter 1 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.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X System introduction Chapter 1 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.
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... front panel cover, system and audio control buttons, and LEDs. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X is designed for the sophisticated. With these and many more, the Pundit P3-PH5X definitely delivers the cutting edge technology for buying an ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X! With audio capabilities, extensive connectivity, and Fast Ethernet LAN, the Pundit P3-PH5X is an all-in the 775-land package with powerful...
... front panel cover, system and audio control buttons, and LEDs. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X is designed for the sophisticated. With these and many more, the Pundit P3-PH5X definitely delivers the cutting edge technology for buying an ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X! With audio capabilities, extensive connectivity, and Fast Ethernet LAN, the Pundit P3-PH5X is an all-in the 775-land package with powerful...
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... system is being read from or written to turn the system on or off. 8. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. 14. 4-pin IEEE 1394a port . ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- Power button . Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot* . Microphone port . These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are available for a Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard storage card. 12...
... system is being read from or written to turn the system on or off. 8. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. 14. 4-pin IEEE 1394a port . ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- Power button . Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard slot* . Microphone port . These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are available for a Secure Digital™/MultimediaCard storage card. 12...
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... In Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Mic In Mic In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out - - ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- VGA port . Microphone port (pink). The fan vent allows air to an external SATA box or a Serial ATA port multiplier. 15. Rear Speaker Out port...
... In Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Mic In Mic In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out - - ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 1- VGA port . Microphone port (pink). The fan vent allows air to an external SATA box or a Serial ATA port multiplier. 15. Rear Speaker Out port...
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-bystep instructions on how to install components in the system.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-bystep instructions on how to install components in the system.
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.... 2. Set the chassis support bracket aside. 2.3 Removing the covers 2.3.1 Removing the system cover To remove the cover and metal chassis support: 1. Remove the cover screws. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-
.... 2. Set the chassis support bracket aside. 2.3 Removing the covers 2.3.1 Removing the system cover To remove the cover and metal chassis support: 1. Remove the cover screws. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ... for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. Contact your motherboard to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation or removal. 2.4 Installing a CPU The ASUS motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. •...
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ... for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. Contact your motherboard to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation or removal. 2.4 Installing a CPU The ASUS motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. •...
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... Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. DO NOT force the CPU into the...
... Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2- B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. DO NOT force the CPU into the...
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CPU_FAN P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5B-VM R 3. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-
CPU_FAN P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5B-VM R 3. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-
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Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for use with this motherboard. DDR2 533 Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB ...; •• • •• • •• • • • •• • •• • •• • (continued on the next page) ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-11 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following tables list the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for this motherboard.
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for use with this motherboard. DDR2 533 Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor 256MB 512MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB ...; •• • •• • •• • • • •• • •• • •• • (continued on the next page) ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-11 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following tables list the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for this motherboard.
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... on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-13 Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to unlock the DIMM.
... on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-13 Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to unlock the DIMM.
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ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-15 Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you have already installed a hard disk drive, replace the chassis support bracket; If you intend to the chassis. Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. 2. Remove the chassis support bracket. 3. otherwise, install other components before replacing the chassis support bracket. 6.
ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-15 Remove the metal cover opposite the slot that you have already installed a hard disk drive, replace the chassis support bracket; If you intend to the chassis. Replace the expansion card lock to secure the card to use. 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. 5. 2. Remove the chassis support bracket. 3. otherwise, install other components before replacing the chassis support bracket. 6.
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... right screw hole on both sides of the drive. Match the red stripe on the cable with a 5.25-inch drive bay for an optical drive. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-17 Lay the system on its side in section "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly." 2. Audio cable IDE cable and plug and plug 5. Connect the optical...
... right screw hole on both sides of the drive. Match the red stripe on the cable with a 5.25-inch drive bay for an optical drive. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-17 Lay the system on its side in section "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly." 2. Audio cable IDE cable and plug and plug 5. Connect the optical...
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... pull the card reader assembly outward (B) until the USB cable and plug is exposed. A B 4. Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in -1 card reader. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-19 2.8 Removing the card reader In the future, you may have to remove or replace the 6-in "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly". 2.
... pull the card reader assembly outward (B) until the USB cable and plug is exposed. A B 4. Remove the front panel assembly following the instructions in -1 card reader. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-19 2.8 Removing the card reader In the future, you may have to remove or replace the 6-in "2.3.2 Removing the front panel assembly". 2.
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When the HDD screws align with the screw holes and rails. 6. 3. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X HDD screw lock 2-21 Connect the 15-pin SATA power plug from the power supply unit to the power connector at the back of the ...
When the HDD screws align with the screw holes and rails. 6. 3. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X HDD screw lock 2-21 Connect the 15-pin SATA power plug from the power supply unit to the power connector at the back of the ...
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Hook the hinge-like tabs 2. Swing the left edge of the chassis. Do not use too much force when replacing the front panel assembly. 2.10 Replacing the covers After you install all the necessary components on the right side of the front panel inward, then attach the front panel assembly hooks to the holes on the system, replace the covers following the instructions in place. Hinge-like tabs to the chassis until they snap in this section: 2.10.1 Replacing the front panel assembly To replace the front panel assembly: 1. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-23
Hook the hinge-like tabs 2. Swing the left edge of the chassis. Do not use too much force when replacing the front panel assembly. 2.10 Replacing the covers After you install all the necessary components on the right side of the front panel inward, then attach the front panel assembly hooks to the holes on the system, replace the covers following the instructions in place. Hinge-like tabs to the chassis until they snap in this section: 2.10.1 Replacing the front panel assembly To replace the front panel assembly: 1. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-23
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... holes on the right shows the system in a screw to secure the foot stand to the chassis. 5. Align the foot stand and chassis screw holes. 4. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-25 The photo on the left side of the system at least 3 cm from the edge of the system. 2. 2.11 Installing the foot stands You...
... holes on the right shows the system in a screw to secure the foot stand to the chassis. 5. Align the foot stand and chassis screw holes. 4. ASUS Pundit P3-PH5X 2-25 The photo on the left side of the system at least 3 cm from the edge of the system. 2. 2.11 Installing the foot stands You...