Introduction
The P4S8X is the first motherboard to provide AGP 8X and Serial ATA connectors. With the SiS 648 chipset, the ASUS P4S8X supports latest 533MHz front side bus and Pentium 4 processors up to 2.53GHz and beyond. In addition to supporting high-bandwidth DDR 333, unique MuTIOL™ technology increases the bus speed between the northbridge and southbridge to 1GB/sec, for enhanced system performance. The ASUS P4S8X also features 10/100 LAN, IEEE 1394, USB 2.0 as well as optional 6-channel audio, S/PDIF, and Smart card reader connector. Unique ASUS features such as ASUS Multi-Language BIOS, Q-Fan, and MyLogo and more are included to ensure the best user experience and value in a motherboard.

AGP 8X
AGP8X (AGP 3.0) is the next generation VGA interface specification that enables enhanced graphics performance with high bandwidth speeds up to 2.12GB/s. With a bus of 533MHz, AGP8X is twice as fast as AGP4X.

Serial ATA Technology (optional)
Serial ATA is the next generation ATA specification that provides scalable performance for today and tomorrow. With up to 150MB/s data transfer rate, Serial ATA is faster than current Parallel ATA, while providing 100% software compatibility.

6-Channel Audio (optional)
The P4S8X uses an onboard C-Media 9739 CODEC that lets you enjoy high-quality 6-channel audio without having to buy advanced sound cards.

S/PDIF Interface (optional)
The P4S8X's optional S/PDIF in/out module turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with optical and coaxial connectivity to powerful speaker systems.

10/100 Mbps LAN (optional)
Easy connectivity to your network or broadband connection with onboard LAN port, lets you take gaming online without having to buy an additional LAN card.

IEEE 1394 (optional)
IEEE1394 interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices.

6 USB 2.0 Ports
USB 2.0 is the latest connectivity standard for next generation components and peripherals. Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480Mb/s, for easy connectivity and ultra-fast data transfers.

ASUS Multi-language BIOS
ASUS provides friendly BIOS setup menu in several languages to help you configure your system as easy as possible.

ASUS Post Reporter
During the computer POST (Power on Self-Test), ASUS Post Reporter provides friendly voice warnings through internal or external speakers, clearly explaining system errors for quick and easy optimization. The bundled Winbond Voice Editor software allows users to add customized system voice warnings and multi-language support.

ASUS EZ Flash
With ASUS EZ Flash, you can update BIOS directly from the BIOS setup menu. No more DOS-based flash utility and bootable diskette required.

ASUS Q-Fan Technology
ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.

ASUS EZ Plug
The ASUS EZ Plug power connector lets you use your existing power supply and eliminates the need to buy a special ATX 12V power supply to support Pentium 4 CPUs.

InterVideo WinCinema (Optional)
Bundle InterVideo WinCinema (WinDVD /WinRip /WinCorder /WinProducer) software.

ASUS Reliability
All ASUS motherboards are designed and tested to meet the highest quality standards. Responsive customer support and frequent BIOS and driver updates ensure the fastest, most reliable performance. All ASUS motherboards are backed by a 3-year limited warranty.