This manual introduces the features and characteristics of the ASUSTeK P4BP-MX motherboard, including the motherboard's specifications and usage methods
This guide introduces the ASUS P4BP-MX motherboard, covering safety precautions, package contents, and the layout of the board. It explains key features such as the Intel 845GV northbridge, ICH4 southbridge, and support for Intel Pentium 4 and Celeron CPUs.
The manual details BIOS configuration, software support, driver installation, and utilities like ASUS PC Probe. It also includes a specifications summary, FCC compliance statements, and contact information for technical support.
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 for Intel Pentium 4 / Celeron processors |
|---|---|
| Northbridge Chipset | Intel 845GV |
| Southbridge Chipset | Intel ICH4 (FW82801DB) |
| Memory Slots | 2 x 184‑pin DDR DIMM sockets, up to 2 GB PC2700/2100 |
| Expansion Slots | 3 x PCI slots |
| Storage Interface | 2 x UltraDMA 100/66 |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC655 6‑channel CODEC, S/PDIF‑In/Out |
| LAN Controller | Realtek 8101L integrated 10/100 Mbps |
| USB Ports | Maximum six USB 2.0 ports |
| Rear Panel Connectors | Parallel, Serial, VGA, PS/2, RJ‑45, 4 x USB 2.0 |
Disconnect the power cable from the outlet, unplug all power and signal cables before adding or removing devices, avoid dust and moisture, and keep paper clips or screws away from connectors.
Use the ASUS EZ Flash utility, AFLASH, or the CrashFree BIOS feature to load and install BIOS updates from the support CD or ASUS website.
Open the Drivers menu in the software support section and install the Intel chipset driver, Realtek LAN driver, USB 2.0 driver, and other device drivers as needed.