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Motherboard P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | 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 P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 3
2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2-3 2.2.4 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.5 Layout Contents 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-7 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 10 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.4.1 Overview 2-13 2.4.2 Memory Configurations 2-13 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 4
utility 4-3 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 4-5 4.1.5 ASUS Update utility 4-7 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-11 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-11 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-11 4.2.4 Menu items 4-12 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-12 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-12 4.2.7 Pop-up window 4-12 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 5
5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4 Manuals menu 5-5 5.2.5 ASUS Contact information 5-6 5.2.6 Other information 5-6 5.3 Software information 5-8 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo 5-8 5.3.2 AI Net 2 5-10 5.3.3 C-Media 3D audio configuration 5-11 v - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 6
Contents 5.4 RAID configurations 5-16 5.4.1 Installing hard disks 5-17 5.4.2 Intel® RAID configurations 5-18 5.4.3 ITE® 8212F RAID configurations 5-22 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-28 vi - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 7
. 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 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 8
signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 9
P5GDC-V Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage High Definition Audio LAN IEEE 1394 USB BIOS features ASUS AI Proactive Features LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron processor Compatible with Intel® PCG 04A and 04B processors Supports - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 10
P5GDC-V Deluxe specifications summary Overclocking features Special features Rear panel Internal connectors Support CD contents Form factor ASUS AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) ASUS AI Overclocking ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS AI Booster Adjustable CPU, memory, and PCI Express - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 11
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 12
Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 13
1 x IDE cable 1 x FDD cable Accessory I/O shield A p p l i c a t i o n C D s ASUS motherboard support CD InterVideo® WinDVD Suite® Platinum (retail box only) D o c u m e n t a t i o n User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 1-1 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 14
Front Side Bus (FSB). The motherboard also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading technology and is fully compatible with Intel® 04B and 04A processors. See page 2-7 for details. Intel® 915G chipset The Intel® 915G graphics memory controller hub (GMCH) and the ICH6R I/O controller hub provide the vital - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 15
interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. See page 2-23 for details. 8-channel high definition audio Onboard is the C-Media CMI9880 7.1-channel audio CODEC. This CODEC is fully-compliant with Intel® High Definition Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit audio). With the CODEC - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 16
Dual RAID solution Onboard RAID controllers provide the motherboard with dual-RAID functionality that allows you to select the best RAID solution using IDE or Serial ATA devices. The Intel® ICH6R allows RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration for four Serial ATA connectors and supports the Intel® Matrix - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 17
and more silent operation. See page 2-3 for details. AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) The ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a technology that auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed only when needed. See page 4-21 for details. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 1-5 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 18
to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-5 for details. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 19
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 P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 20
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Jumpers 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-27 ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 21
following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-1 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 22
2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 23
to the motherboard. Stack Cool™ is a mini-PCB installed under the CPU socket to conduct heat away from the motherboard components. Stack Cool™ effectively lowers the motherboard temperature by as much as 10ºC. Motherboard holes (for the CPU fan and heatsink assembly pins) ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-3 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 24
2.2.4 Motherboard layout PS/ Intel R MCH 915G Marvell 88E8053 CHA_FAN2 P5GDC-V PCIEX16 PRI_IDE1 PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 AAFP CMI9880 PCIEX1_1 SB_PWR1 PCIEX1_2 TSB43AB22A CD SPDIF COM1 IE1394_2 R Intel ICH6R SATA3 SATA4 ITE 8212F Intel FWH 4Mb Super I/O SEC_RAID1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 25
9. Microphone port 10. Center/Subwoofer port 11. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 12. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 13. VGA port 14. Optical S/PDIF Out port 15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 16. PS/2 keyboard port Page 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-28 2-28 2-28 2-28 2-28 2-28 2-28 ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-5 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 26
fan connector (3-pin PWR_FAN) 9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 10. USB connectors (10-1 USB56, USB78) 11. ATX power connector (24-pin EATXPWR) 12. ATX 12V power connector (4-pin ATX12V) 13. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 14. GAME/MIDI connector (16-1 pin GAME) 15. Chassis intrusion - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 27
/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. P5GDC-V P5GDC-V CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-7 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 28
damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. 4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 29
. • Installing Windows® XP Service Pack 1 is recommended. • Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before installing a supported operating system. • For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-9 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 30
To use the Hyper-Threading Technology on this motherboard: 1. Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology. 2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 4: BIOS setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 31
1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the four pins match the holes on the motherboard. Push pin Motherboard hole 2. Push each of the pins downward to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. 3. Rotate the push-pins clockwise to lock. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-11 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 32
PWM 4. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN1. CPU_FAN1 P5GDC-V Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 33
from the same vendor. • Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than 4 GB system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory modules. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips or double sided x16 memory modules. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-13 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 34
Recommended DDR2 memory configurations Mode Single-channel Dual-channel Sockets DDR2_A1 (yellow) DDR2_B1 (yellow) (1) Populated - (2) - Populated (1)* Populated Populated DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor Model Brand Side/s* Component DIMM support (optional) A BC - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 35
DDR (400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor Model Brand Side/s* Component DIMM support (optional) A BC 256MB GEIL GE2563200B GEIL SS 512MB GEIL GE5123200B GEIL DS -5T NT5DS32M8CT-5T K4H560838D-TCC4 K4H560838D-TCC4 (Continued on the next page) ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-15 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 36
(400 MHz) Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor Model Brand Side/s* Component DIMM support (optional) A BC 256MB channel memory configuration. B - supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. C - support for - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 37
Vendors List Size Vendor Model Brand Side/s* Component DIMM support ( supports one module inserted in any yellow slot in a Single-channel memory configuration. B - supports one pair of modules inserted into both yellow slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 38
-GCD5 K4T51083QB-GCD5 HYB18T512800AC37 4CBIIZ9BQT 4CBIIZ9BQT E5108AB-5C-E E5108AB-5C-E E5108AB-5C-E Legend: A - supports one module inserted in any yellow slot in a Single-channel memory configuration. B - supports one pair of modules inserted into both yellow slots as one pair of Dual-channel - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 39
2 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with 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 P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-19 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 40
motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.4.6 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 41
that they support. Make sure unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in 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. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 42
this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI E x16 slot PCI E x1 slot 1 PCI E x1 slot 2 Onboard USB controller 1 Onboard USB controller 2 Onboard USB controller 3 Onboard USB controller 4 Onboard USB 2.0 controller Onboard IDE port Onboard SATA port Onboard Azalia audio Onboard LAN Onboard - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 43
x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. The figure shows an optional DVI-ADD2 card installed on the PCI-Express x16 slot. A DVI-ADD2 card supports digital video output. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-23 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 44
failure! P5GDC-V P5GDC-V Clear RTC RAM CLRTC1 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS 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 can - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 45
wake-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. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-25 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 46
the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. P5GDC-V KBPWR1 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5GDC-V Keyboard power setting 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 47
t b l u e ) . This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 8 . L i n e O u t p o r t ( l i m e ) . This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-27 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 48
ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 1 3 . V i d e o G r a p h i c s A d a p t e r p o r t . This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 1 4 . O p t i c a l S / P D I F O u t p o r t . This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 49
. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices. PIN 1 PRI_IDE1 P5GDC-V NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. P5GDC-V IDE connector ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-29 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 50
], SEC_RAID1 [red]) These connectors are for Ultra ATA 133/100/66 signal cables. These connectors support up to four IDE hard disk drives that can be configured as a disk array through the onboard IDE RAID controller. These connectors are set to IDE mode by default. In IDE mode, you can connect IDE - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 51
P5GDC-V SATA connectors SATA2 Important notes on Serial ATA • These connectors support the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology. • The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, RAID 1) is available only if you are using Windows® 2000/XP. • Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 52
caps on the fan connectors. GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM CPU_FAN1 P5GDC-V P5GDC-V Fan connectors PWR_FAN1 Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN2 Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN1 Rotation +12V GND Only the CHA_FAN1 connector supports the ASUS Q-Fan 2 feature. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 53
speed. P5GDC-V USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB56 1 P5GDC-V USB 2.0 connectors USB78 1 Never connect a 1 3 9 4 c a b l e to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-33 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 54
the motherboard power requirement test with the following configuration: CPU : Memory : Graphics card : Parallel ATA devices : Serial ATA device : Optical drives : SCSI devices : Intel® Pentium® 4 3.6 GHz 512 MB DDR (x 4) PCI Express x16 Nvidia EN5900 IDE hard disk drive (x 2) SATA hard - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 55
the back of the system chassis. The GAME/MIDI port connects a joystick or game pad for playing games, and MIDI devices for playing or editing audio files. +5V J2B1 J2CX MIDI_OUT J2CY J2B2 MIDI_IN P5GDC-V P5GDC-V GAME connector GAME1 +5V J1B1 J1CX GND GND J1CY J1B2 +5V ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-35 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 56
labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. P5GDC-V CHASSIS1 +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND (Default) P5GDC-V Chassis intrusion connector 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 57
, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. P5GDC-V +12V TPB2+ GND TPA2+ GND +12V TPB2GND TPA2- 1 IE1394_2 P5GDC-V IEEE 1394 connector NEVER connect a U S B c a b l e to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 2-37 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 58
supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker P5GDC-V PANEL1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED P5GDC the system in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 59
This chapter describes the power up Powerin3g up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 60
Chapter summary 3 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Powering off the computer 3-2 ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 61
beeps followed by four short beeps Error Keyboard controller error Refresh Time error No master drive detected Floppy controller failure Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 3-1 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 62
u r n O f f button to shut down the computer. 3. 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 -off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 63
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 P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 64
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-13 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.5 Power menu 4-31 4.6 Boot menu 4-36 4.7 Exit menu 4-40 ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 65
using a floppy disk during POST.) 3. A S U S C r a s h F r e e B I O S 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) 4. A S U S U p d a t e (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) Refer to the corresponding sections - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 66
your optical drive. e. Press , then follow screen instructions to continue. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 67
current BIOS file to the floppy disk. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... done A:\> The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 68
(www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt. 2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 69
restart your computer A:\> 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD or the floppy - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 70
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. Recovering the BIOS from the support CD To recover the BIOS from the support CD: 1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 71
the BIOS version information. This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support CD in - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 72
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking S t a r t > P r o g r a m s > A S U S > A S U S U p d a t e > A S U S U p d a t e. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select U p d a t e B I O - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 73
The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select U p d a t e B I O S f r o m a f i l e option from the drop-down menu, then click N e x t. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the O p e n window, then click S a v e. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-9 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 74
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, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run Setup". This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 75
IDE Master Third IDE Slave Fourth IDE Master Fourth IDE Slave IDE Configuration System Information [11:51:19] [Mon,06/14/2004] [1.44M, 3.5 in] : [ST320413A] : [Pioneer CD-ROM ATA] : [Not Detected] : [Not Detected] : the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-11 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 76
specific Configuration System Information [11:51:19] [Thu 06/10/2004] [1.44M, 3.5 in] : [ST320413A] : [Pioneer CD list of options. Refer to "4.2.7 Pop-up window." 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window with the configuration Pop-up window At the top - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 77
Refer to section "4.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for Configuration System Information [11:51:19] [Mon,06/14/2004] [1.44M, 3.5 in] : [ST320413A] : [Pioneer CD Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 78
Supported Type [Auto] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Block(Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] DMA Mode [Auto] Smart Monitoring [Auto] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled] Select the type of device connected to the system. The BIOS you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 79
the IDE operation mode depending on the operating system (OS) that you installed. Set to Enhanced Mode if you are using native OS, such as Windows® 2000/XP. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-15 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 80
the ALPE and ASP. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Stagger Spinup Support [Disabled] Enables or disables the stagger spinup support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AHCI Port 3 Interlock Switch [Disabled] Enables or disables the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) Port - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 81
04 Processor Type Speed Count : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20 GHz : 3200 MHz : 1 System Memory Size : 248 MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-17 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 82
can cause the system to malfunction. JumperFree Configuration LAN Cable Status USB Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCI PnP Adjust system frequency/voltage 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration Configure System Frequency/Voltage AI Overclocking [Auto] Select - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 83
you to synchronize the PCI frequency with the PCI Express or CPU frequency. Configuration options: [To CPU] [33.33MHz] [Auto] Spread Spectrum [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the clock generator spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-19 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 84
a very high memory voltage may damage the memory module(s)! Chipset Core Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the chipset core voltage. Configuration options: [1.50V] [1.60V] [Auto] Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the chipset core voltage. Setting a high chipset core voltage may damage - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 85
CPU loading. Selecting [Auto] allows the NOS to automatically overclock the CPU speed based on the CPU loading. Configuration options Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 7%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 86
menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. USB Configuration Module Version - 2.23.2-9.4 USB Devices Enabled: None USB Function Legacy USB Support USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Mode [Enabled] [Auto] [Disabled - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 87
ratio is set in CMOS then actual and setpoint values may differ. Ratio CMOS Setting [ 8] 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. Use the or keys to adjust the values. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-23 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 88
], 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 CPU internal thermal control. Configuration options: [Auto - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 89
: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge Delay [15 Clocks] Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] ~ [15 Clocks] DRAM Write Recovery Time [4 Clocks] Sets the DRAM write recovery time. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] ~ [5 Clocks] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-25 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 90
Allows selection of the graphics controller to use as primary boot device. Configuration options: [Internal VGA] [PCI Express/Int-VGA] [PCI Express/ PCI] [PCI/PCI Express] [PCI/Int-VGA] Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8 MB] Allows selection of the amount of system memory pre-allocated by the - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 91
time. If the devices installed on the IDE RAID connectors cannot be detected, set this item to Standard Mode to enable complete detecting process. This item appears only when the ITE8212F Controller is set to IDE Mode. Configuration options: [Standard Mode] [Quick Mode] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-27 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 92
Configuration Configuration Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Allows selection of the Parallel Port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] Onboard Game/MIDI Port [Disabled] Allows you to select the Game Port adderss or to disable the port. Configuration - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 93
Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Palette Snooping [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], the palette snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 94
PCI IDE BusMaster [Enabled] Allows BIOS to use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to IDE devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 95
you 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 P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-31 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 96
State, the system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Allows you to enable an initialization string that turns the system on. 4-32 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 97
LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to use specific the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-33 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 98
the CPU Q-Fan Control item is Enabled. Configuration options: [PWM] [DC] Some CPU fans with a 4-pin cable do not comply with Intel®'s PWM fan specifications. When using this type of CPU fan, you cannot reduce the CPU fan speed even if you set the CPU Q-Fan Mode to [PWM]. 4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 99
per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the power fan connector, the specific field shows N/A. VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-35 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 100
Configuration Security Specifies the Boot Device Boot Priority sequence. 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority Boot Device Priority 1st Boot Device 2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [PM-ST330620A] [PS-Pioneer CD . Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled] 4-36 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 101
] Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-37 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 102
Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the Password then press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. 4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 103
you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Level (Full Access] This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access] N o A c when prompted. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-39 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 104
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] [Always] Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the boot sector virus protection - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 105
each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Y e s to load default values. Select E x i t & S a v e C h a n g e s or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4-41 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 106
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This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 5 Software support - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 108
Chapter summary 5 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.3 Software information 5-8 5.4 RAID configurations 5-16 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-28 ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 109
that you install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 5.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 110
(QFE) driver updates. Intel Chipset Inf Update Program This item installs the Intel® Chipset INF Update Program. This driver enables Plug-n-Play INF support for the Intel® chipset components on the motherboard. When installed to the target system, this driver provides the method for configuring the - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 111
menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Marvell Yukon VCT Application Installs the Marvell® Yukon VCT cable diagnostic application that analyzes and reports LAN cable faults and shorts. See page 5-10 for details. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 5-3 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 112
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 a Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 113
RAID User's Manual Allows you to open the ITE® 8212F RAID User's manual. Intel LGA775 CPU Install User's Manual Allows you to open the Intel® LGA775 CPU installation user's manual. The screen display and manuals option may not be the same for different operating system versions. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 114
front cover of this user guide. 5.2.6 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 115
the support CD contents in graphical format. 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 CD and a brief description of each in text format. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 116
information Most of the applications 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 application for more information. 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo™ The ASUS MyLogo™ utility lets you customize the boot - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 117
boot image to your desired size by selecting a value on the R a t i o box. 9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 5-9 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 118
on the 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 LAN cable before entering the OS, enable the P O S T C h e c k L A N c a b l e item in the BIOS. 5-10 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 119
the C-Media CMI9880 audio driver and application from the motherboard support CD. Refer to section "5.2.2 Drivers menu." Launching the C-Media 3D Audio Configuration utility Launch the C-Media 3D Audio Configuration utility by double clicking the C-Media icon on the Windows® taskbar. Using the - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 120
the audio modes. S p e a k e r T e s t e r a n d A u d i o D S P S e t t i n g. You can configure your speaker setup and the audio DSP settings audio input and the recording output volume of devices connected to the system rear panel and front panel audio ports. 5-12 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 121
. Use the 10-band equalizer to individually control the different frequency bands of your speaker system, or click a music style preset to load a pre-defined equalizer setting. Click the U s e r D e f i n e d button to save or load your customized equalizer settings. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 5-13 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 122
g tab allows you to enable the audio CODEC multi-streaming feature, select a sound playback, and sound recording devices. Information The I n f o r m a t i o n tab displays your 3D audio engine, audio CODEC, audio driver, audio controller, and DirectX information. 5-14 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 123
. 3. Launch the C-Media 3D Audio Configuration utility by double clicking the C-Media icon on the Windows® taskbar. 4. Click the D o l b y D i g i t a l L i v e button. You can now convert your computer's audio content to Dolby® Digital streams. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 4 The AC-3 decoder processes the - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 124
comes with the ITE® 8212F and the Intel® ICH6R Southbridge RAID controllers that allow you to configure IDE and Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations. R A I D 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 125
on each drive. Installing Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 5-17 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 126
5.4.2 Intel® RAID configurations This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and Intel® Matrix Storage configurations for Serial ATA hard disks drives through the Intel® ICH6R chipset. Use the Intel® Application Accelerator RAID Option ROM utility to configure a disk array. Setting the BIOS RAID items - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 127
for your RAID 0 array then press .The available values range from 8 KB to 128 KB. The default selection is 128 KB. The strip value should be chosen based on the planned drive usage. • 8 /16 KB - low disk usage • 64 KB - typical disk usage • 128 KB - performance disk usage ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 128
audio and video editing, a higher array block size is recommended for optimum performance. b. If you selected RAID RAID configuration utility. The utility prompts a confirmation message, press . Deleting a RAID Intel(R) Application Accelerator RAID Option ROM v4.0.0.6211 Copyright(C) 2003-04 Intel - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 129
keys to highlight a RAID drive you wish to reset then press . 3. Repeat step 2 to select other RAID drives. 4. Press to reset RAID drive. 5. The utility prompts a confirmation message, press to confirm or to return to the configuration Main Menu. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 5-21 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 130
5.4.3 ITE® 8212F RAID configurations The ITE® 8212F IDE RAID controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1 and JBOD configurations. Use the IT8212 BIOS Setup Utility or the ATA RAID Manager application to configure a disk array. Setting the BIOS RAID items After installing the hard disk drives, make - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 131
Exit 2. Use the left or right arrow keys or the space bar to select a RAID set. As you select an option, the screen displays the array configuration of the RAID based on the number of IDE devices installed. 3. Press to save your RAID set. 4. Press to exit. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 5-23 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 132
array This option allows you to define supported RAID arrays. To define a RAID array: 1. From the IT8212 Setup Utility screen, press . The following screen appears. IT8212 Setup Utility (C)Copyright 2002-2004 ITE, Inc. [ Define RAID Menu ] Array No Array 0 Array 1 Array 2 Array 3 Array Mode - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 133
2 2 ------- Size(MB) XXXXXX XXXX --------- Status Functional Functional --------- ∗ : Capacity (GB) [↑] Up [↓] Down ♦ : Bootable Array [D] Delete [ESC] Exit 2. Use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array, then press to delete. 3. Press to exit. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 5-25 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 134
RAID array. This option applies only to RAID1 (Mirrored) or RAID 0+1(Striped+Mirrored) sets. To rebuild a RAID , Inc. [ Rebuild RAID Menu ] Array No or down arrow keys to select a RAID array, then press to rebuild /D1 Drive Name XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX [ Drive List] Size (MB) XXXXX Size (MB - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 135
. Follow succeeding screen instructions. 4. Press to exit. Viewing your RAID configuration This option allows you to view your RAID configuration. You can also enable or the space bar enable or disable the A u t o - r e b u i l d item. 4. Press to exit. ASUS P5GDC-V Deluxe 5-27 - Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | User Manual - Page 136
disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® 2000/XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. To create a RAID driver disk: 1. Place the motherboard support CD in the optical drive. 2. When the D r i v e r s menu appears, select the RAID driver disk you
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