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1 welcome, 2 package contents, 3 special features – Asus A7V266-MX User Manual

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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Welcome!

Thank you for buying the ASUS

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A7V266-MX motherboard!

The ASUS A7V266-MX motherboard is loaded with the most advanced
technologies to deliver maximum performance for Socket A processors. This
motherboard is packed with value-added features for guaranteed consumer
satisfaction. The following sections provide important technical information about
the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration.

Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it, check the
items in your package with the list below.

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Package contents

Check your ASUS A7V266-MX package for the following items.

ASUS A7V266-MX motherboard. (Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in)

ASUS A7V266-MX support CD

40-pin 80-conductor ribbon cable for UltraDMA133 IDE drives

Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch floppy drive

Bag of extra jumper caps

I/O shield

User Guide

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Special features

266MHz FSB support for Athlon™ XP/Athlon™/Duron™
processors

The A7V266-MX motherboard supports 266MHz front side bus frequency for
Athlon™ XP/ Athlon™/Duron™ processors allowing increased application program
productivity and enhanced digital media experience. See page 1-10 for details.

Integrated graphics

The A7V266-MX motherboard is loaded with an integrated VIA Unichrome™
2D/3D graphics core allowing efficient execution of multimedia applications and
playback support for video and DVD.