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Pundit P1-PH1User GuideBarebone System

xSystem package contentsCheck your book size barebone system package for the following items.1. ASUS book size barebone system with:• ASUS motherboard

Chapter 1System introductionThis chapter gives a generaldescription of the ASUS book sizebarebone system. The chapter liststhe system features includi

1-2Chapter 1: System introduction1.1 Welcome!Thank you for choosing the ASUS book size barebone system!The ASUS book size barebone system is a union o

1-3ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system1.3 Front panel (internal)The optical drive, storage cardreader, and several I/O ports arelocated inside the front panel d

1-4Chapter 1: System introduction1.4 Rear panelThe system rear panel includesthe power socket and several I/Oports that allow convenientconnection of

1-5ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system13. PS/2 keyboard port . Thispurple 6-pin connector is for aPS/2 keyboard.14. Microphone port . ThisMicrophone (pink) por

1-6Chapter 1: System introduction1.6 System dimensionThe ASUS booksize barebone systemis ergonomically designed to fit andcomplement your desktop.You

Chapter 2Basic installationThis chapter provides step-by-stepinstructions on how to installcomponents in the system.

2-2Chapter 2: Basic installation2.1 PreparationBefore you proceed, make sure that you have all the components that youplan to install in the system.Ba

2-3ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system3. Pull the cover slightly towardthe rear panel until the covertabs disengage from thechassis.2. Use a Phillips (cross) sc

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2-4Chapter 2: Basic installation1. Locate and remove three storagedrive assembly screws. Keep thescrews for later use.2. Slightly lift the storage dri

2-5ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system2.6 Installing a CPUThe motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designedfor Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in th

2-6Chapter 2: Basic installation2.6.2 CPU installationTo install the CPU:1. Locate the 775-pin CPU socket on the motherboard.Before installing the CPU

2-7ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system3. Lift the load lever in the directionof the arrow to a 135º angle.4. Lift the load plate with yourthumb and forefinger t

2-8Chapter 2: Basic installation2.6.3 Reinstalling the CPU fan andheatsink assemblyTo reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly:1. Position the CPU

2-9ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system2.7 Installing memory modules2.7.1 OverviewThe system motherboard has two DDR II DIMM sockets that support up to2GB non-EC

2-10Chapter 2: Basic installation2.7.3 Qualified Vendor ListThe following table lists the DDR II 667 memory modules that have beentested and qualified

2-11ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system4. Firmly insert the DIMM into thesocket until the retaining clipssnap back in place and theDIMM is properly seated.Locke

2-12Chapter 2: Basic installation2.7.5 Removing a DIMMTo remove a DIMM:1. Simultaneously press theretaining clips outward to unlockthe DIMM.2. Remove

2-13ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system2.8 Installing PCI cardsIn the future, you may need to install PCI cards to the system. The systemmotherboard has one PCI

iiiTable of contentsNotices ... viSafety information ...

2-14Chapter 2: Basic installation2. Place the PCI riser asembly ona flat surface.3. Remove the bracket oppositethe PCI slot you wish to use.Keep the s

2-15ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system2.8.3 Configuring an expansion cardAfter installing the expansion card, configure the card by adjusting thesoftware setti

2-16Chapter 2: Basic installation2.9 Installing optical and storage drives2.9.1 Optical and storage drives installationThe system supports one UltraAT

2-17ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 systemTo install a Serial ATA hard disk drive:1. Follow steps 1-3 of the previous section.2. Connect one end of the supplied7-p

2-18Chapter 2: Basic installation2.9.2 Recommended optical drive dimensionYou must consider the following optical drive requirements when installinga

2-19ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 systemOptical drive cover thickness and lengthThe thickness of the optical drive front panel cover should be less than orequal

2-20Chapter 2: Basic installation2.10 Replacing the coverAfter installing all system components and reconnecting all cables, replacethe system cover b

2-21ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system2.11 Removing and reinstalling the foot standThe system comes with a removable foot stand for vertical desktopplacement.

2-22Chapter 2: Basic installation3. Use your thumb to push thelock toward the rear panel untilthe foot stand tabs are releasedfrom the chassis holes.4

2-23ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system2.12 Power supply unit informationThe system comes with a 250W power supply unit (PSU).2.12.1 Voltage selectorThe PSU has

ivTable of contents2.9 Installing optical and storage drives ... 2-162.9.1 Optical and storage drives installation ...

2-24Chapter 2: Basic installation2.12.2 Power supply specificationsInput CharacteristicsInput Voltage Range Min Nom MaxRange 1 90V 100-127V 132VRange

2-25ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system2.13 Connecting devicesTo the rear panelParallelSerialPS/2 KBVGALine OutLine InMicRJ-45PS/2 MouseUSBACDVI-DTV-outS-Video

2-26Chapter 2: Basic installationTo the front panelScannerCameraHeadphoneMicAudioDevicesHDD

Chapter 3Starting upThis chapter helps you to power upand use the system for the firsttime. This part also providesinformation on how to install drive

3-2Chapter 3: Starting up3.1 Installing an operating systemThe ASUS book size barebone system supports Windows® 2000 / XPoperating systems (OS). Alway

3-3ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system3.3.3 Optical driveIf your system comes with an installedoptical drive, follow these instructionsto insert a CD/DVD to the

3-4Chapter 3: Starting up3.4.1 Running the support CDTo begin using the support CD, place the CD in your optical drive. The CDautomatically displays t

3-5ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 systemRealtek Audio DriverClick this item to install the Realtek Audio Driver.Realtek LAN DriverClick this item to install the R

3-6Chapter 3: Starting up3.4.4 ASUS contact informationClick the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information.ASUS ScreensaverThis item install

3-7ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system3.4.5 Other informationThe icons on the top right side of the screen give additional information onthe motherboard and the

vTable of contentsChapter 5: BIOS setup5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ... 5-25.1.1 ASUS EZ Flash utility ...

3-8Chapter 3: Starting upTechnical support formTechnical support formTechnical support formTechnical support formTechnical support formDisplays the AS

Chapter 4Motherboard infoThis chapter gives informationabout the motherboard that comeswith the system. This chapterincludes the motherboard layout,ju

4-2Chapter 4: Motherboard info4.1 IntroductionThe ASUS motherboard comes already installed in the ASUS book sizebarebone system. This chapter provides

4-3ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system4.3 Jumper1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM inCMOS. You can clear the

4-4Chapter 4: Motherboard info4.4 Internal connectorsThis section describes and illustrates the connectors on the motherboard.See section “1.4 Rear pa

4-5ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system3. LED connector (6-pin LED_CON)This connector supports the Power and HDD activity LEDs in thesystem front panel.4. ATX po

4-6Chapter 4: Motherboard info5. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)This connector is for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. The UltraDMA 133/100/66 s

4-7ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system6. Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA1)This next generation connector supports the thin Serial ATA cable fora Serial ATA har

4-8Chapter 4: Motherboard info9. CPU fan connector (3-pin CPU_FAN)The fan connectors support the proprietary CPU fan. Connect the fancable to the conn

1Chapter 5BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to changesystem settings through the BIOSSetup menus and describes theBIOS parameters.

viNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two condi

5-2Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboardBasic Input/Output Sy

5-3ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.1.2 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2The CrashFree BIOS 2 auto recovery tool allows you to restore BIOS fromthe

5-4Chapter 5: BIOS setupBad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...Checking for floppy...3. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The support CD

5-5ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.1.3 ASUS UpdateThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboardBIOS in Windows® environment. This

5-6Chapter 5: BIOS setup4. From the FTP site, select theBIOS version that you wish todownload. Click Next.5. Follow the instructions on thesucceeding

5-7ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.2 BIOS Setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable Firmware Hub (FWH) thatyou can update using the provided ut

5-8Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.2.1 BIOS menu barThe top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:MAINMAINMAINMAINMAIN Use this menu to ma

5-9ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 systemGeneral helpIn addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program alsoprovides a General Help screen. You m

5-10Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx]Sets the system to the time that you specify (usually the current time). Theformat is hour, minut

5-11ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave; First SATAMasterPrimary IDE Master [Auto]Select [Auto] to automatically detect an IDE har

viiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cablefrom the electrical outlet before relocating the

5-12Chapter 5: BIOS setupUDMA Mode [Auto]Ultra DMA capability allows improved transfer speeds and data integrity forcompatible IDE devices. Set to [Di

5-13ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.4 Advanced Menu CPU Configuration Chipset PCIPnP Onboard Device Configuration USB ConfigurationSelect MenuItem Specific

5-14Chapter 5: BIOS setupOnboard Video Memory Size [64MB]This option allows you to select the size of the onboard graphics controllermemory use. Confi

5-15ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 systemMemory Hole [Disable]This option allows you to enable or disable the Memory Hole at 15M-16M.Configuration options: [Disab

5-16Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.4.4 Onboard device configurationThe items in this menu show the onboard device configuration settings.Select an item then

5-17ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 systemPrimary Display Adapter [PCI]Allows you to set the graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.Configuration op

5-18Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.4.5 USB configurationThe items in this menu show the USB configuration settings. Select anitem then press <Enter> to

5-19ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.5 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the AdvancedPower Management (APM). Select an ite

5-20Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.5.1 APM configurationThis menu shows the Advanced Power Management (APM) configurationsettings. Select an item then press &

5-21ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 systemVideo Off Option [Suspend -> Off]This item determines when to activate the video off feature to monitorpower managemen

viiiSafeguardsAbout this guideAudienceThis guide provides general information and installation instructions aboutthe ASUS Book size barebone system. T

5-22Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.5.2 Hardware MonitorQ-Fan Controller [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartlyadjusts th

5-23ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system1st Boot Device [Removable]2nd Boot Device [Hard Disk]3rd Boot Device [CDROM]4th Boot Device [Disabled]These items allow

5-24Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.6.2 Removable drivesRemovable Drives1. Ai-FlashItem Specific Help Use <up> or <down>arrow to select adevice, th

5-25ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.6.4 CD-ROM drivesCDROM Drives1. 1st Slave: ASUS CD-S360Item Specific Help Use <up> or <down>arrow to select

5-26Chapter 5: BIOS setup5.6.5 Boot Settings ConfigurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests(POST

5-27ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.6.6 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.Select an item then press Enter to

5-28Chapter 5: BIOS setupSupervisor Password [Clear]Supervisor Password [Clear]Supervisor Password [Clear]Supervisor Password [Clear]Supervisor Passwo

5-29ASUS Pundit P1-PH1 system5.7 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the BIOS setup default settings,save or discard any changes you made,

5-30Chapter 5: BIOS setupLoad Setup DefaultsThis option allows you to load the default values for each of theparameters on the Setup menus. When you s

ixConventions used in this guideWARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying tocomplete a task.CAUTION: Information to prevent damag