Asus P4T533-C Computer Hardware User Manual


 
ASUS P4T533-C motherboard user guide
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1.3 Special Features
Easy Overclocking
Quickly adjust CPU frequency multiples with BIOS in JumperFree
Mode
Adjustable FSB/PCI frequency ratio (See pages 23, 24, 62 and 63.)
Adjustable Vcore Voltage (See pages 27 and 63.)
ASUS EZ Plug
This patented ASUS technology lets you use your existing power supply
rather than buying a new ATX 12V power supply. The ASUS EZ Plug is
a 4-pin auxillary +12V connector. This connector provides additional power
required by the P4 CPU. (See page 35.)
ASUS EZ Flash BIOS
With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even
before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility
or boot from a floppy disk. (See page 47.)
ASUS POST Reporter
P4T533-C offers the ASUS POST Reporter to provide friendly voice
messages and alerts during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Through
the systems internal speaker, or an added external speaker, messages
inform you of system boot status and causes of boot errors. Bundled
Winbond
Voice Editor software helpsa you customize voice messages,
and offers multi-language support. (See pages 27, 44, 66 and 90.)
USB2.0: The latest connection standard for next generation components
and peripherals. Compatible with 1.1 USB, the new 2.0 USN protocol
delivers transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480Mb/s. (See page 25,
30 and 36.)
Digital Audio: On audio models, a digital audio AC97 CODEC and a special
connector is available to accommodate the S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital
Interface Output module) for coaxial/fiber interfaces. (See page 41.)
Temperature, Fan and Voltage Monitoring: ASUS ASIC and the CPUs
internal thermal diode monitors temperature to prevent overheating.
System fans are monitored for RPM and failure. Voltage is monitored to
ensure stable current to critical motherboard components.
ACPI Ready: Advanced Configuration Power Interface (ACPI) provides more
Energy Saving Features to boost OS Direct Power Management. (See
pages 69.)