ASUS P4XP-X motherboard user guide
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Special features
SDR/DDR memory combo solution
Employing the both the Double Data Rate (DDR) and Single Data Rate (SDR)
memory technology, the motherboard supports up to 2GB of system memory using
either PC2100/PC1600 DDR DIMMs or PC133/PC100 SDR DIMMs. This solution
allows you to flexibility for your system memory.
USB 2.0 technology
The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, extending the connection speed from 12 Mbps on USB 1.1 to a fast
480 Mbps on USB 2.0. The higher bandwidth of USB 2.0 allows connection of
devices such as high resolution video conferencing cameras, next generation
scanners and printers, and fast storage units. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with
USB 1.1.
6-channel digital audio
(on audio models only)
The ADI AD1980 AC ‘97 audio CODEC is onboard to provide 6-channel audio
playback for 5.1 surround sound, over 90dB dynamic range, and stereo Mic
PREAMP. A digital audio connector is onboard to accommodate the bundled Sony/
Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) Out module.
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to open the
case to clear the CMOS data. Simply restart the system and the BIOS will
automatically restore the CPU default setting for each parameter.
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.
CrashFree BIOS 2
CrashFree BIOS 2 allows users to restore BIOS data from a floppy diskette or
recovery CD when BIOS code and data are corrupted during upgrade or when
invaded by a virus. ASUS motherboards now enable users to enjoy this protection
feature without the need to pay for an optional ROM.
Win NT only supports 2-channel mode. Win98SE supports 4-channel and 2-
channel modes only. WinME, Win2000 and WinXP supports 2-channel, 4-
channel and 6-channel audio modes.
