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    P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) User Guide
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    express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL
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    Table of contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii System package contents x Chapter 1: System Introduction 1.1 Welcome 2.4.3 Installing CPU 2-4 2.4.4 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly......... 2-6 2.5 Installing a DIMM 2-7 2.5.1 Memory configurations 2-7
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    Running the support CD 3-3 3.3.2 Utilities menu 3-4 3.3.3 ASUS contact information 3-5 3.4 Software information 3-6 Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 4.1 Introduction 4-2 4.2 Motherboard layout 4-2 4.3 Jumpers 4-3 4.4 Connectors 4-5 Chapter 5: BIOS Information 5.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
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    5.4.6 PCI PnP 5-26 5.5 Power menu 5-27 5.5.1 Suspend Mode 5-27 5.5.2 ACPI 2.0 support 5-27 5.5.3 ACPI APIC Support 5-27 5.5.4 APM Configuration 5-28 5.5.5 Hardware Monitor 5-30 5.6 Boot menu 5-31 5.6.1 Boot Device Priority 5-31 5.6.2 Removable Drivers 5-31 5.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration
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    . This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    connected. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
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    About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized This guide contains the
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    task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites
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    contents Check your P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G system package for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Item description 1. ASUS book size barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 200W power supply unit • PCI riser card • CPU fan and
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    System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS P1P5945G/P2-P5945G. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G
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    ! Thank you for choosing the ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G! The ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Pentium® D, Intel® Pentium
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    Optical drive bay cover. 4. Press to open the front panel cover. 5. Power button. Press this button to turn the system on. 6. Power LED. 7. Reset button 8. MS/MS Pro card slot. 9. CompactFlashTM Card Headphone port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 1-
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    Power connector 2. Voltage selector. This switch allows you to adjust the system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. If the voltage supply in blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 7. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone
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    port 15. DVI-D port 16. Serial port 17. PCI slot metal brackets Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6 • • Side Speaker Out • Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 1-
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    to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing additional system components. 3 4 1 5 8 6 2 7 1. 5.25-inch optical drive and 3.5 inch hard disk drive cage 2. Front panel cover 3. Power supply unit 4. PCI card riser bracket (connected to the motherboard PCI slot) 5. ASUS motherboard 6. DIMM sockets
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    Basic installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the system. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G
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    power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. The motherboard
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    set aside. To remove the front panel cover 1. Lift the front panel cover hooks outward. 1 2 2. Carefully remove the front panel cover, then set it aside. ASUS Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 2-
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    make sure that the PnP cap is on the CPU socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage
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    the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch. CPU notch Gold triangle mark 6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. Alignment key A B ASUS Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 2-
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    fan and heatsink assembly screws. 3. Lift the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then set aside. To reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly: Reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly, then reconnect the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. Refer to the figure below for the
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    . • Install only ASUS-certified memory modules. Refer to the DDR2 Qualified Vendors List on the next page for details. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. ASUS Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 2-
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    v v VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 v v Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided CL: CAS Latency DIMM support: A - Supports one module inserted into either slot, in Single-channel memory configuration. B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into both slots as one pair of Dual-channel
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    DS SS SS SS DS SS DS SS DS SS SS DS SS SS DS SS DS DIMM Support Component A B E2508AB-6E-E v v D6408TE8WL-27 v v E5108AE-6E-E(ECC) v v D6408TE8WL-3 -3C v v HY5PS12821AFP-Y5 v v NT5TU64M8AE-3C v v EPD264082200-4 v v EPD264082200-4 v v ASUS Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 2-
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    the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR2 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The
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    150mm on the system. 2.6.2 Expansion card installation Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1. Lift the PCI riser card assembly to remove. ASUS Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 2-11
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    fits in place. Secure the card with a screw. 4. Reinstall the PCI riser card assembly. Make sure that the riser card connector sits properly on the motherboard PCI slot. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    ISA or PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G
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    2.7 Installing an optical drive and reinstalling the storage drive assembly Refer to the instructions in this section if you wish to install a new optical drive. Follow these steps to install an optical drive: 1. Turn the storage drive assembly upside
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    you have the SATA HDD, connect the SATA cable to the SATA HD. 2. Connect the 4-pin power plugs to the power connectors at the back of the drives. 3. Install the storage drive assembly to the chassis. 3 4. Secure the storage drive assembly with three screws. 4 ASUS Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 2-15
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    2.8 Installing the foot stand To install the foot stand: 1. Match the foot stand hooks to the holes on the chassis. 2. Pull the foot stand to the direction of the arrow until the lock clicks in place. To remove the foot stand, lift the lock, then slightly push the foot stand to the direction of
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    right side of the chassis, then close. 2. Insert the front panel 2 cover hooks to the chassis tabs until the front panel cover fits in place. ASUS Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 2-17
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    2.9 Reinstalling the cover To reinstall the cover: 1. Install the cover to the chassis. 1 Make sure the cover tabs fit the chassis rails. 2. Push the cover toward the 2 front panel until it fits in place. 3 3. Secure the cover with two screws. 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    Chapter 3 This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support CD. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G Starting up
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    3.1 Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows® 2000/XP operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures
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    . Intel(R) Graphics Accelerator Driver Installs Intel (R) Graphics Accelerator Driver. SoundMAX AD1988B Audio Driver Allows you to install the SoundMAX AD1988B audio driver. Realtek RTL8111b 10/100/1000M LAN Driver Installs the Realtek RTL8111b 10/100/1000M LAN Driver. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 3-
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    . ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in
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    3.3.3 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 3-
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    in the support CD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software for more information. ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer's vital components and alerts you of any problem with
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    window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem deactivate. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 3-
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    Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes: hexagonal (large) and rectangular (small). When you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option
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    DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 3-
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    The Usage browser displays real-time information on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays real-time CPU usage in line graph representation. If the CPU has an enabled HyperThreading, two separate line graphs display
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    at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available physical memory. Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window ignores your changes Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 3-11
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    Motherboard info Chapter 4 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G
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    Introduction The Pundit P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 4.2 Motherboard layout 4Mb BIOS Super I/O SB_PWR CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power BUZZER
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    key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. CLRTC R Normal Clear RTC (Default) Clear RTC RAM Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure. 12 23 ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 4-
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    up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise, the system would not power up. • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode. 4- Chapter 4: Motherboard info
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    notes on Serial ATA: • You must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 connector. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 4-
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    (s). There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 100/66/33 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device(s). PRI_IDE PIN1 R IDE Connector NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually
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    comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB7 GND USB LP7+ USB LP7- R USBPW78 USB7 Connector Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module is purchased separately. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 4-
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    unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. 6. Internal audio connectors (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM
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    front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high‑definition audio capability. 8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin . R +5V SPDIFOUT GND Digital Audio Connector SPDIF_OUT module SPDIF_OUT The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 4-
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    supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL R System Panel Connector The system panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to the connector description below for details. • System power -OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds
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    Chapter 5 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.  BIOS setup
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    chip so it is accessible by pressing + during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Download the latest BIOS file from ASUS website (www.asus.com), or obtain it from the support CD. 2. Save the BIOS file to a USB Flash, then boot the system from the USB
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    .rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... done Write to file...... ok A:\> The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-
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    Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable USB Flash. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename
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    Checking for floppy... Floppy found! Reading file "P5LVM139.ROM". Completed. Start flashing... DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! 4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-
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    updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! 4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. 5- Chapter 5: BIOS
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    Update: 1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G
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    through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the drop‑down menu, then
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    ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2
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    program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section "2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS." Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run Setup". This
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    5.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-11
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    specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power /27/2003] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] DRAM Timing by SPD Memory Acceleration Mode DRAM Idle Timer BIOS setup
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    menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section "2.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. . 5.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-13
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    [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Enabled] The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device IDE device type. Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not
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    you wish to configure the item. IDE Configuration Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced /XP. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode] ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-15
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    Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] The default setting S-ATA allows you to use +S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If you set to any of these options and encounter problems, revert to the default setting S-ATA. Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA] [S‑ATA] [P-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out
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    Intel(R) CPU 3.80GHz : 3800 MHz : 1 System Memory Size : 512MB Appropriated : 0MB Available : 504MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-17
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    CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Overlock Profile - allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Auto - loads the optimal settings for the system. Standard - loads the standard settings for the system. 5-18 Chapter 5: BIOS
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    mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-19
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    the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed] [Full Speed] BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled] Allows you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Do not disable the
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    [ 19] Sets the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the Front Side Bus frequency. The default value of this item is auto-detected by BIOS. Microcode Updation [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the microcode updation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-21
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    ] [Enabled] Enhanced C1 Control [Auto] When set to [Auto], the BIOS will automatically check the CPU's capability to enable the C1E support. In C1E mode, the CPU power consumption is lower when idle. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto] Disables or sets the
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    Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Select Screen Select Item Configure Presence Detect). When disabled, you can manually set the DRAM timing parameters through the DRAM Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] [6 Clocks] ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-23
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    Sets the graphics memory type. Configuration options: [Auto] [DVMT] [FIX] [DVMT+FIX] 5.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Express Gigabit LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5-24 Chapter 5: BIOS setup
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    ] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-25
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    channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing the settings Save and Exit ESC Exit Plug and Play O/S [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you
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    to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-27
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    Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5-28 Chapter 5: BIOS setup
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    ] [Power Key] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G
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    in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Configuration options: [Ignored] [xxxRPM] CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation
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    :Generic 2.0Re] Configuration options: [USB: Generic 2.0 Reader] [USB: Generic-Compact] [USB: Generic-SM/xD-Picture] [USB: Generic -SD/MMC] [USB: Generic -MS/ MS Pro] [Disabled] ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-31
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    ] to use the ASUS MyLogo™ feature. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto
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    Change Supervisor Password then press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section "2.6 Jumpers" for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-33
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    the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. 5-34 Chapter 5: BIOS setup
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    optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Exit Options Exit & Save Changes are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you ASUS P1-P5945G/P2-P5945G 5-35
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    . If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. 5-36 Chapter 5: BIOS setup
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