This document is the user manual for ASUS TX97-XE Pentium ® ATX Motherboard. The manual describes the features and characteristics of the motherboard.
This manual covers the ASUS TX97-XE ATX motherboard, describing its hardware features, supported processors, memory configurations, and expansion options. It also includes step‑by‑step installation instructions, BIOS configuration guidance, and information on optional audio and IrDA modules.
Additional sections provide details on the included support software, audio driver installation, and FCC/Canadian compliance statements, helping users set up and maintain the system safely and correctly.
| Chipset | Intel 430TX PCIset |
|---|---|
| Memory Support (DIMM) | 2 DIMM sockets, 8‑128 MB 168‑pin 3.3 V SDRAM/EDO, up to 256 MB total |
| Memory Support (SIMM) | 4 SIMM sockets, 4‑64 MB 72‑pin FPM/EDO, up to 256 MB total |
| Expansion Slots | 4 × 16‑bit ISA, 4 × 32‑bit PCI |
| Serial/Parallel Ports | 2 UART‑compatible serial ports, 1 parallel port with EPP/ECP |
| Level‑2 Cache | 512 KB pipelined burst SRAM |
The board can use either the two DIMM slots or the four SIMM slots, but not both simultaneously.
The motherboard provides four 16‑bit ISA slots and four 32‑bit PCI slots.
Audio is optional; the board can be equipped with an optional Creative Labs audio module.