This document is the user manual for the Asus A7S8X-MX motherboard, which introduces the various functions and usage methods of the motherboard.
This user manual covers everything needed to install, configure, and maintain the ASUS A7S8X-MX motherboard. It includes product introduction, safety information, BIOS setup procedures, software support, and a detailed specifications summary.
The guide is organized into chapters for hardware installation, BIOS menu navigation, driver installation from the support CD, and troubleshooting. Safety symbols and conventions are explained, and contact information for ASUS support is provided at the end.
| CPU socket | Socket A for AMD Athlon™ XP/Sempron™ processors |
|---|---|
| Northbridge | SiS 741GX |
| Southbridge | SiS 964 (without RAID support) |
| AGP slot | 1 x AGP slot for 1.5V AGP cards |
| PCI slots | 2 x PCI slots |
| SATA ports | 2 x Serial ATA hard disk drives |
| Audio codec | AD1888 SoundMax® 6‑channel CODEC |
| LAN controller | Realtek RTL 8201CL 10/100 Mbps LAN PHY |
| USB ports | Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports |
| Form factor | Micro ATX 9.6 in × 7.8 in (24.4 cm × 19.8 cm) |
Disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system and keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors and slots.
Use the ASUS EZ Flash utility, ASUS CrashFree BIOS utility, or the ASUS Update utility from the BIOS Setup menu.
The board supports AMD Athlon XP and Sempron processors that fit Socket A.
It includes a 20‑pin ATX power connector, two IDE connectors, two SATA connectors, a floppy drive connector, and several USB, audio, and front‑panel connectors.