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Motherboard P5E3 Premium/ WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 2
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 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 3
guide x P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking features - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 4
4-4 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-5 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-7 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-8 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-9 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-9 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-9 4.2.4 Menu items 4-10 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-10 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-10 4.2.7 Pop-up window 4-10 4.2.8 Scroll bar - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 5
4-11 4.3.5 SATA 1-6 4-12 4.3.6 SATA Configuration 4-13 4.3.7 AHCI Configuration 4-14 4.3.8 System Information 4-15 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu 4-16 4.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 4-16 4.4.2 CPU Ratio Control 4-17 4.4.3 FSB Strap to North Bridge 4-17 4.4.4 DRAM Frequency 4-18 4.4.5 DRAM Command Rate 4-18 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 6
Exit menu 4-43 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support DVD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4 Make disk menu 5-5 5.2.5 Manual menu 5-6 5.2.6 ASUS Contact information 5-6 5.2.7 Other - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 7
5-43 5.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 5-43 5.4.4 JMicron® RAID Configuration 5-51 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-59 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 5-59 5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-59 Chapter 6: ATI® CrossFire™ technology support 6.1 Overview - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 8
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 9
sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 10
chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 6: ATI - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 11
the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 12
P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Storage LAN Wireless LAN Audio LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 Processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Intel® - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 13
P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ASUS AI Lifestyle Unique features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Agere® L-FW3227 1394a controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard; one at back panel) 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel) - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 14
BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support DVD Contents Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite ASUS WiFi-AP @n Wizard Image-Editing Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 15
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 16
Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 17
(USB, 1394, system panel; Retail version only) 2 x WiFi-AP @n omni-directional antennae Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide ASUS WiFi-AP @n manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 1- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 18
and multi-core CPUs. It especially includes Intel® Fast Memory Access technology that significantly optimizes the use of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the memory accesses. DDR3 memory support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1800 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 19
provides another two Serial ATA connectors for RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD functions, making this motherboard an ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and data back up protection without the cost of add-on cards. See pages 2-25, 2-26 and 2-29 for details. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 1- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 20
. You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while playing multi-channel network games. See pages 2-24 and 2-25 for details. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 21
Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 1- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 22
design on this motherboard is that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset -Cooling only) The optional fan is specifically designed to provide sufficient airflow over the page 2-39 for details. Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 23
friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS. Update your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. See pages 4-4 and 4-39 for details. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 1- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 24
4-22 for details. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 25
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 26
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumper 2-22 2.7 Connectors 2-24 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 27
before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ® P5E3 PREMIUM SB_PWR P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 28
below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ® Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P5E3 PREMIUM 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 29
PCI2 PCIEX16_3 IE1394_2 USB1112 Intel® ICH9R agere L-FW3227-100 USB78 ASM 8283 BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power CHA_FAN4 CHA_FAN3 SB_PWR PANEL CLRTC Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 30
Express x 1 slots PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots Universal PCI Express x16 slot Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2. CPU / Northbridge overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU, 3-pin OV_NB) Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 31
. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF, for ASUS HDMI card) 12. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 13. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) Page 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-31 2-32 2-33 2-34 2-35 2-36 2-36 2-37 2-38 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 32
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 33
Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® P5E3 PREMIUM P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 34
to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B). B A Load plate Alignment key 5. Position the CPU over the stability. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 35
assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 36
assembly in place. B A A A B B B A 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN ® GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5E3 PREMIUM P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 37
Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from B the motherboard. A A B A B B A 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-11 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 38
5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 39
DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Recommend memory configuration Mode Single-channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - populated Sockets DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 - - populated - populated - populated populated DIMM_B2 populated populated populated ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-13 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 40
total memory. Notes on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to 8 GB on the operating systems listed below. You may install a maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot. 64-bit Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Windows Vista x64 Edition P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 41
SS M378B2873CZ0-CG9 DS OCZ3P13332GK DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* ••• P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No 3DU3191A-10 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C •• • ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-15 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 42
P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-800MHz capability Size Vendor 512MB memory configuration. Supports four modules inserted into both the orange slots and the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 43
can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM Support the DIMM lightly with 1 1 your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 44
and damage motherboard components. BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 45
IRQs are usually available for PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 LAN (8110SC) SATA (363 - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - shared - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-19 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 46
two ATI CrossFire™ PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 2.5.7 Universal PCI Express x16 slot (black) This motherboard also supports a Universal PCI Express x16 slot with a maximum speed of x4 or x1 link. The operating frequency of this slot changes - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 47
fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN3 or P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Slot Detector When the AI Slot Detector lights up for incorrect installation, make sure to shut down the power supply unit before reinstalling the card to avoid electrical shock hazard. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 48
the CMOS memory of date P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Normal (Default) Clear RTC Clear RTC RAM • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 49
Northbridge overvoltage settings in BIOS. Read the following information before you change the jumper settings. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the advanced CPU / Northbridge overvoltage feature. P5E3 PREMIUM ® 12 OV_CPU OV_NB Enable OV 23 OV_CPU OV_NB Normal (Default) P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n CPU - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 50
2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 1. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. 2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 3. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 51
onboard wireless LAN module that allow you to set up a wireless network and exchange information with supports external SATA 3 Gb/s devices. Longer cables support higher power requirements to deliver signal up to two meters away, and enables improved hot-swap function. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 52
J-Micron eSATA/PATA Controller Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 4.5.3 Onboard Device Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to 5.4.4 JMicron® RAID Configuration or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • DO NOT insert different connectors to the external - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 53
to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. ® FLOPPY NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1. P5E3 PREMIUM P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Floppy disk drive connector PIN 1 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-27 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 54
connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. ® P5E3 PREMIUM PRI_EIDE NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n IDE connector Drive jumper setting Single device Two - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 55
BIOS to [RAID]. See section 4.3.6 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to 5.4.3 Intel RAID Configuration or the manual bundled in the motherboard support CD. • You must install the Windows® XP Service cards. right angle side ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-29 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 56
system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. ® P5E3 PREMIUM USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB1112 P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n USB 2.0 connectors USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 57
IE1394_2 P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can attach a FireWire/1394 cable to this connector if your chassis suppots the front panel IEEE1394 port. Connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q-Connector - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 58
+12V Rotation GND +12V Rotation P5E3 PREMIUM CHA_FAN1 GND +12V Rotation P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Fan connectors CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN4 DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 59
Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. P5E3 PREMIUM ® CHASSIS +5VSB_MB (Default) Chassis Signal GND P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Chassis intrusion connector ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-33 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 60
completely fit. ® P5E3 PREMIUM P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n ATX power connectors Specification 2.0-compliant (400W) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power requirements with the following configuration: CPU: Intel® Pentium® Extreme 3.73GHz Memory: 512 MB DDR3 (x4) Graphics card: ASUS - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 61
-definition front panel audio module to this connector, make sure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is set to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect an AC' 97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. Refer to page 4-27 for details. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-35 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 62
graphics card, connect the HDMI card to this connector with a S/PDIF out cable. ® +5V SPDIFOUT GND P5E3 PREMIUM SPDIF_OUT P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n Digital audio connector The ASUS HDMI-equipped graphics card and S/PDIF out cable are purchased separately. 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 63
the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-37 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 64
a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS Q-Connector. 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 65
grooved edge of the heatsink. 3. Carefully push down the fan until 4. The photo shows the fan installed it snugly fits the heatsink, then on the motherboard. connect the fan cable. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 2-39 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 66
5. Follow the previous instructions to install the other optional fan. 6. The photo on the right shows the fans installed on the motherboard. • Plug the optional fan cables to the CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or PWR_FAN connector on the motherboard. • Make sure the optional fan is installed correctly to - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 67
This chapter describes the power up Powerin3g up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 68
Chapter summary 3 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-2 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 69
by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 3- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 70
2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 71
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 72
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-8 4.3 Main menu 4-11 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu 4-16 4.5 Advanced menu 4-24 4.6 Power menu 4-30 4.7 Boot menu 4-35 4.8 Tools menu 4-39 4.9 Exit menu 4-43 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 73
Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 74
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 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 75
. 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. P5E3P.ROM P5E3P ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 76
update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Save the BIOS file to the following. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: P5E3 Premium VER: 0110 DATE: 11/08/07 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 77
DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. 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 floppy disk. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 78
You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt. 2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable floppy disk the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iP5E3P.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 79
process. • Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 80
motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 81
the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management select items in the menu and change the settings. The navigation keys may differ from one screen to another. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 82
4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. Pop-up window Scroll bar 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 83
you to set the system time. 4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Sets the the BIOS setup screen. Configuration options: [Chinese(BIG5)] [Chinese(GB)] [Japanese] [Français] [German] [English] ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 84
information. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY SATA 1 Device :Hard Disk Vendor :HDT722516DLA380 Size :164.7GB LBA Mode :Supported Block Mode:16Sectors of IDE drive. Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifically configuring a CD- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 85
Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA 10, or the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk drives, set this item to [RAID]. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-13 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 86
. This will be effective only if the device is accessed through BIOS. Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Detect Time Out configuration. It appears only when you set the item Configure SATA as from the sub-menu of SATA Configuration to [AHCI]. AHCI Settings AHCI CD/DVD Boot Time out [ - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 87
General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-15 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 88
. Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto X.M.P. Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Loads the optimal settings for the system. If you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 89
motherboard. eXtreme Memory Profile [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.]. Allows you to select the X.M.P. mode supported by your Memory the next page appear only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual]. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-17 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 90
bus and PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the and keys to adjust the FSB frequency. You can also to spec violation. 4.4.5 DRAM Command Rate [Auto] Set this item to [1N] to provide possibility to accelerate DRAM performance or [2N] to enhance DRAM overclocking - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 91
DRAM overclocking set the DRAM Timing Control item to [Manual]. • The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. 1st Information: 6-6-6-15-4-36-6-4 The values vary depending on your settings ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-19 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 92
[ 1 DRAM Clocks]~[15 DRAM Clocks] 2nd Information: 8-4-6-4-7-4-7 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items: READ to WRITE Delay(S/D) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [ [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [ 1 DRAM Clocks]~[15 DRAM Clocks] 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 93
voltage may make the system unstable. • The value [2.10000V] of the CPU Voltage item is supported only if the OV_CPU jumper is enalbed, otherwise the maximum voltage suppoted is [1.70000V]. See 2. CPU / Northbridge overvoltage setting on page 2-23 for details. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-21 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 94
50V to 2.78V with a 0.02V interval. 4.4.17 NB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the North Bridge voltage. The values range from 1.25V to 2.21V* with a 0.02V interval. • The value [2.21V] of the NB Voltage item is supported only if the OV_NB jumper is enalbed, otherwise the maximum voltage suppoted is - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 95
] to enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] 4.4.24 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-23 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 96
CPU settings Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU @ 3.00GHz Frequency :3.00GHz FSB Speed :1333 MHz Cache L1 :64 KB Cache L2 :4096 KB CPUID :6F9 Ratio Status:Unlocked (Max:09, Min:06) Ratio Actual Value :9 Options Auto Manual CPU Ratio Control [Auto] C1E Support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 97
you set the CPU Ratio Control item to [Auto]. Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech. [Enabled] When set to [Disabled], the CPU runs at its default speed. When set to [Enabled], the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-25 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 98
Advanced Chipset Settings WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Configure North Bridge features. North Bridge Configuration North Bridge Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced North Bridge Chipset Configuration Memory Remap Feature - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 99
BIOS ] [Disabled] Front Panel Type [HD Audio] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] J-Micron eSATA [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-27 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 100
USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Mode BIOS EHCI Hand-off Port 64/60 Emulation Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] [HiSpeed] options: [Enabled] [Disabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 101
Play O/S [NO] When set to [NO], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [YES] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [NO] [YES] ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-29 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 102
tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.6.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When set to [Enabled], the ACPI - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 103
: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-31 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 104
or set specific keys on enable or disable the Energy Star 4.0C support. When enabled, the PS/2 and USB supported, saving more energy to pass the Energy Star 4.0C regulations. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.6.6 Hardware Monitor BIOS not connected to the motherboard, the field shows - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 105
[Performance Mode] The following three items appear only when you set the CPU Fan Control item to [Manual] and are adjusted by typing the desired values using the the motherboard temperature. Select [Ignored] if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 106
motherboard, the field shows [N/A]. Chassis Fan Controls [Full Speed] Allows you to select the chassis fan control mode. Configuration options: [Full Speed] [Manual] [Fix Speed] The following three items appear only when you set ] if you do not want to detect this item. 4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 107
to display the sub-menu. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Device Boot Priority : [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-35 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 108
full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo3™ feature. AddOn 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 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 109
your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-37 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 110
User Password Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 111
Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: P5E3 Premium VER: 0110 DATE: 11/08/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC] Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 112
the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express [No] [Reset] When setting this item to [Reset], make sure to save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data settings. Timeout [10] Sets the amount of time the system waits at the Express Gate's first screen before defaulting to starting Windows - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 113
[Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk or a floppy disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 4-41 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 114
4.8.4 Ai Net 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools Pair 1-2 3-6 4-5 7-8 Status N/A N/A N/A N/A Length Marvell Controller 0 Marvell Check LAN cable during POST. 1-2 N/A Realtek Controller 0 3-6 N/A the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-42 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 115
other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 116
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This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the softwares. 5 Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 118
Chapter summary 5 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.3 Software information 5-9 5.4 RAID configurations 5-42 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-59 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 119
an icon to display support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 120
the JMicro® JMB36X RAID controller driver. ASUS EPU Driver + AI Gear 3 Utility Installs the EPU + AI Gear 3 driver. Install this driver before the ASUS AI Suite utility. ASUS WiFi-AP @n Installs the ASUS WiFi-AP @n driver. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver. 5- Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 121
a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 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 P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 122
ASUS AI Suite. ASUS AI Direct Link Installs the ASUS AI Direct Link application ASUS Express Gate Updater Installs the ASUS 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is 12 SE Installs the PhotoImpact image editing software. CyberLink PowerBackup Installs CyberLink - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 123
create the Intel ICH9 or JMicron® JMB36X RAID/AHCI driver disk. Intel ICH9 32/64bit RAID/AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH9 32/64bit RAID/AHCI driver disk. JMicron JMB36X 32/64bit RAID Driver Allows you to create a JMicron® JMB36X 32/64bit RAID driver. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 124
are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 5.2.6 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 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 125
information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 126
Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD in text format. 5- Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 127
Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click Next. The ASUS MyLogo3 window appears. 6. From the left window pane, select the folder that contains the image you intend to use as your boot logo. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 128
7. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to enlarge by clicking on it. 8. Adjust the boot image to your desired size by selecting a value on the Ratio box. 9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 129
Virtual Cable Tester™ main window is disabled if no problem is detected on the LAN cable(s) connected to the LAN port(s). • If you want the system to check the status of the LAN cable before entering the OS, enable the item Post Check LAN Cable in the BIOS Setup. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-11 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 130
your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching PC Probe II You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 131
sensor also turns red. Refer to the Monitor panels section for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-13 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 132
adjust the sensor threshold value in the monitor panel by clicking the or buttons. You can also adjust the threshold values using the Config window. You cannot adjust the sensor threshold values in a small monitoring panel. Click to increase value Click to decrease value 5-14 Chapter 5: Software - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 133
Large display WMI browser Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. This browser displays various Windows® management information. Click an item from the left (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-15 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 134
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 realtime pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space. 5-16 Chapter 5: Software - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 135
memory. The pie chart 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 your saved configuration Saves your configuration ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-17 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 136
AI Suite on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching AI Suite You can - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 137
window to open the monitor window. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 138
After installing ASUS AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch ASUS AI Gear 3 by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on your Windows OS taskbar Under Auto mode, Click Settings to set the time for the system to enter AI Nap mode. Auto Mode Calibration Settings Turbo Mode High Performance - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 139
AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the AI Nap button on the AI Suite main window. Click Yes on the button. Unclick the the item to switch the function back. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-21 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 140
function, the fans can be set to automatically adjust depending on the temperature, to decrease fan speed, or to achieve the maximum fan speed. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 141
on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the AI Suite main window. The options on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-23 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 142
right click on the AI Direct Link icon and select Incoming folder > Enable incoming folder. For Windows XP Home edition users, click Steps of enabling file sharing on this pop-up message and follow the instructions to enable the incoming folder. 2. If you want to to verify the incoming user, select - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 143
under another directory. To connect to another computer: This function is valid for ASUS products only. 1. From the Windows® taskbar, right click on the AI Direct Link icon and select Connect. The folder. to log in and have full access to this shared folder. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-25 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 144
, 3D sound positioning, and advanced voice-input technologies. Follow the installation wizard to install the ADI AD1988B Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package to activate the SoundMAX® audio utility. You must use 4-channel, 6-channel or 8-channel speakers for this - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 145
A. SoundMAX BlackHawk (AI Audio 2) If you are using Windows® Vista operation system, from the taskbar, double-click the SoundMAX® BlackHawk icon to or headphones. SoundMAX BlackHawk (AI Audio 2) is only available under the Windows® Vista™ operating system. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-27 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 146
Speakers and SPDIF Interface or mute the audio. Preset settings Click and expand the drop-down menu to select to the factory defaults. Surround settings Allows you to change the settings of the stereo speakers. Move perform speaker test. Port settings Click this port settings tab to display the rear - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 147
to select an enhanced microphone input features, including No Filtering, Speakerphone, Voice Recording, and Directional Beam. More Settings Click for the further configurations. Equalizer Allows you to configure and customize all the DSP presets frequencies. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-29 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 148
Speakers Allows you to adjust the Speaker Trim and Speaker Delay. Bass Allows you to do the Bass management. Preferences Displays the preference options for this utility, version information, AudioESP, etc. 5-30 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 149
® icon to display the SoundMAX® Control Panel. Audio Setup Wizard By clicking the icon from the SoundMAX® control panel, you can easily configure your audio settings. Simply follow succeeding screen instructions and begin enjoying High Definition Audio. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-31 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 150
microphone volume. You will be asked to read pre-written text to allow the AudioWizard to adjust the volume as you speak. 5-32 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 151
recording devices, enable/ disable the AudioESP™ feature, and enable/disable digital output. Listening Environment options Click the Listening Environment tab to set up your speaker, acoustic environment, and enable/disable the Virtual Theater Surround function. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-33 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 152
the Microphone tab to optimize your microphone input settings. Enhanced Microphone Features Voice recording Enables Noise Filter when working with the ASUS Array Mic. • The ASUS Array Mic is purchased separately. • If you are using Windows Vista, you have to manually enable the directional Array - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 153
on the motherboard, so adjusted in the BIOS. Refer to guide windows. Bring a window to the foreground by clicking within it or by clicking on its corresponding application icon. Re-size a window by dragging any of its four corners. Move a window by dragging its title bar. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 154
time as well as time zone. Input Method: choose your preferred input language and method. Language and Keyboard: choose your language and keyboard preferences. LaunchBar Setting: customize your LaunchBar (where it docks, whether it autohides, etc.) 5-36 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 155
individual Express Gate settings. The LaunchBar can be configured to auto-hide, if you want more screen space for the applications. It can also be configured to dock on any of the four sides of the screen. shows network status; click to configure network ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-37 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 156
change LaunchBar options (auto-hide, docking position, etc) left-click to set date and time; right-click to choose between 12-hour and 24-hour Help click to bring up power options window to boot to OS, restart or power down This window is also shown when you press Ctrl- Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 157
not the case, enter "Setup" to configure the static IP settings manually. • If you use wireless, go into "Setup" for the WiFi option. Under the WiFi tab, enter the SSID (name of your wireless access point). ) it uses will automatically be unchecked and grayed out. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-39 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 158
ASUS O.C. Profile Ai Net 2 Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS format Express Gate [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Express Gate feature. Set the support DVD or download it from the ASUS support website. It runs on Windows. - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 159
should do so. Clearing the user data is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly. The first time wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-41 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 160
5.4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with two RAID controllers that allow you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. • The Intel® ICH9R Southbridge RAID includes a high performance SATA RAID controller that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 for six independent - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 161
display the configuration options. 4. Select RAID from the configuration options, then press . 5. Save your changes, then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to the system or the motherboard user guide for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-43 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 162
RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. To enter the Intel® Application through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 163
set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press . This screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.0.0.1032 ICH9R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel drive. Press after completing your selection. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-45 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 164
for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. Key in the RAID volume capacity that you want, then press . The default value indicates menu, or to go back to the Create Volume menu. 5-46 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 165
set (mirrored) To create a RAID 1 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press . This screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.0.0.1032 ICH9R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel back to Create Volume menu. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-47 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 166
set (RAID 0+1) To create a RAID 10 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then press . This screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v5.0.0.1032 ICH9R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-05 Intel the RAID 10 set, then press < audio and video editing. 5. Key - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 167
special characters. [↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [Enter]-Select 2. Enter a name for the RAID 5 set, then press . 3. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the up/down arrow key to select RAID 5(Parity), then press . ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-49 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 168
the up/down arrow key to highlight the drive you want to set, then press to select. A small triangle marks the higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. Key in the RAID volume capacity that you want, then press Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 169
. 4. Create a JMB363 RAID driver disk for Windows® OS installation. See section 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk for details. 5. Install the JMB363 driver after the Windows® OS had been installed. Always install the JMB363 driver before creating RAID sets. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-51 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 170
164 GB Non-RAID HDD1: HDS722516DLA380 164 GB Non-RAID [RAID Disk Drive List] [ TAB]-Switch Window [↑↓]-Select Item [ENTER]-Action [ESC]-Exit Creating a RAID set 1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Create RAID Disk Drive using the up/down arrow key then press . [Main Menu - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 171
highlighted, use the up/down arrow key to highlight an HDD that you want to belong to the RAID set, then press the space bar to confirm selection. Repeat the process until the HDDs are selected. A Disks: Select Disk Block: 128 KB Size : 319 GB Confirm Creation ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-53 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 172
set. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press to confirm; otherwise, press . JMicron Technology Corp. PCI-to-SATA II/IDE RAID Controller BIOS EXIT WITH SAVING [ TAB]-Switch Window [↑↓]-Select Item [ENTER]-Action relevant information about the RAID set you created. [RAID Disk - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 173
set. 3. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press to confirm; otherwise, press . JMicron Technology Corp. PCI-to-SATA II/IDE RAID Controller BIOS Switch Window [↑↓]-Select Item [ENTER]-Action [ESC]-Exit Pressing deletes all the data in the HDDs. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 174
use this broken RAID HDD as part of the RAID set configured through the JMB363, you may do so by resetting configurations. To reset disks to non-RAID: 1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Revert HDD to non‑RAID using the up/down arrow key then the HDD. 5-56 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 175
of the two is the source drive. This option allows you to set the source drive and rebuild the Mirror drive according to the contents . To solve a Mirror conflict: 1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Solve Mirror Conflict using the up/down arrow key then ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-57 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 176
Saving 2. Using the , move to the RAID Disk Drive List menu and highlight the RAID set that you want to rebuild. Press to begin rebuilding the Mirror configuration. A status bar to confirm; otherwise, press to return to the JMB RAID BIOS menu. 5-58 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 177
RAID driver disk. 4. Insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive or connect a USB flash disk if you are using Windows Vista OS. 5. Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 5-59 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 178
to select the SCSI adapter to install, make sure you select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH9R) and JMicron JMB363. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. To install the RAID driver in Windows® Vista: 1. Insert the floppy disk/USB device with RAID - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 179
This chapter tells how to install ATI® CrossFire™ graphics cards to avail of ATI's Multi-Video Processing technology. 6 ATI® CrossFire™ technology support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 180
Chapter summary 6 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards 6-2 6.3 Software information 6-5 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 181
other graphics card drivers in your system To uninstall other graphics card drivers: 1. Close all current applications. 2. Go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. Select Add/Remove. 5. Restart your system. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 6- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 182
user guide that came with the ATI® CrossFire™ Edition graphics card. To install the graphics cards: 1. Prepare one CrossFire™ Edition ( graphics card. Slave graphics card Master graphics card 2. Insert the CrossFire™ Edition (Master) graphics card into the PCI Express x16 blue slot. Make sure - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 183
3. Insert the CrossFire™-ready (Slave) graphics card into the PCI Express x16 black slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated on the slot. 4. Connect an auxiliary power source from the power supply to the graphics cards. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 6- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 184
5. Connect one end of the external cable to the Master graphics card. 6. Connect the other end of the external cable to the Slave graphics card. 7. Connect the loose end to the corresponding port on your monitor. 6 7 6- Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 185
New Hardware Wizard window. Click Cancel. 3. Place the CrossFire™ installation CD in your optical drive and install drivers from the opening menu. 4. Click Next to continue from the installation window that appears. 5. Read the License Agreement, then click Yes. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 6- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 186
prepares the installation wizard that will guide you to setup process. Windows automatically configures the ATI Catalyst Control Center. The status windows indicates the progress of the installation. 7. The Setup Complete window appears, indicating that the driver files have been copied to your - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 187
adjust your graphic settings, enable/disable Windows® task bar, click Start > ATI Catalyst™ Control Center > Catalyst™ Control Center • Double-click the Catalyst™ Control Center desktop shortcut. • On the Windows® task bar, doubleclick the Catalyst™ Control Center icon. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 188
Center provides two views: Standard - simple view with wizards for beginners Advance - allows advanced users to access and configure the complete features of the software Set to Advance view to enable the CrossFire™ function. 6- Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 189
box opposite Enable CrossFire™. 4. Click OK to effect the setting. 3 2 4 Hotkeys Click the Hotkeys tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the Hotkeys Manager, which allows you to create key combinations as shortcuts for performing certain functions quickly. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 6- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 190
tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to select a language, restore defaults, change skins, or enable/disable the System Tray icon. 6-10 Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 191
Help Click the Help tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the online help system, generate a Problem Report, and get the Catalyst™ Control Center version information. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 6-11 - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 192
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CPU featAures The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 194
Chapter summary A A.1 Intel® EM64T A-1 A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST A-1 A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 195
requirements Before using EIST, check your system if it meets the following requirements: • Intel® processor with EIST support • BIOS file with EIST support • Operating system with EIST support (Windows® Vista, Windows® XP SP2/ Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions) ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n A- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 196
computer, then enter the BIOS Setup. 2. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration, then press . 3. Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to Click Apply, then click OK. 10. Close the Display Properties window. After you adjust the power scheme, the CPU internal frequency - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 197
2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is set to [Enabled]. The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper ‑Threading Technology. 3. Restart the computer. ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n A- - Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-APn | User Manual - Page 198
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