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ASUS P5MT Motherboard User Manual
This manual provides detailed information for the ASUS P5MT motherboard, covering product introduction, hardware layout, power‑up procedures, BIOS configuration, RAID setup, and driver installation. It also includes safety guidelines, FCC compliance statements, and reference appendices.
The document is organized into chapters that guide users through installing the CPU, memory modules, expansion cards, configuring BIOS options, setting up RAID arrays, and installing operating‑system drivers for Windows and Linux platforms.
ASUS P5MT specifications
| Supported CPU | Intel® Pentium® Processor Extreme Edition / Intel® Pentium® D / Celeron® |
|---|---|
| System bus speed | 800/1066 MHz |
| Memory slots | 2 × DDR2 533/667 DIMM slots (max 8 GB) |
| Northbridge | Intel® 4‑channel DDR2 533/667 SDRAM controller (Mukilteo, max 8 GB) |
| LAN controller | Broadcom BCM5721 (Rage XL) |
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Questions answered in these manuals
What safety steps should be taken before installing the motherboard?
Disconnect the power cable from the outlet before relocating the system and unplug all power cables before adding or removing devices.
How many DDR2 DIMM slots does the P5MT‑M provide?
The motherboard has two DDR2 533/667 DIMM slots.
How can I update the BIOS on the P5MT motherboard?
Use the ASUS Update utility found in the BIOS Setup chapter to flash the latest BIOS version.
What FCC compliance statement applies to this device?
The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and must not cause harmful interference.
What CPUs are supported by the ASUS P5MT-C motherboard?
The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors, including those with Hyper‑Threading Technology.
How do I enable Hyper‑Threading Technology on the P5MT‑C?
Enter the BIOS Setup, go to the Advanced menu, and set the Hyper‑Threading Technology item to Enabled before installing the operating system.