Asus P5KPL-AM User Manual
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express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 3
vi Safety information vii P5KPL-AM specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Special features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 4
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-3 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-8 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-12 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 5
menu 2-33 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-34 2.8 Exit menu 2-34 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 ASUS Contact information 3-5 Appendix: CPU features - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 6
. 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 P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 7
qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. This symbol of - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 8
This Appendix describes the CPU features that the motherboard supports. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 9
guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 10
P5KPL-AM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Features Rear panel LGA775 socket for ready Support Intel® EIST technology (Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list) Northbridge: Intel® G31 Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 1600(OC) - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 11
, PME Wake Up Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update utility Anti-virus software 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield User manual uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.0 in (24.5 cm x 20.3cm) *Specifications are subject to change - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 12
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 14
contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5KPL-AM 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x SATA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 15
Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processors in LGA775 package. With new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1600(OC) MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world. Intel® G31 chipset The Intel® G31 Express Chipset - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 16
your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 17
parameter. ASUS O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. ASUS P5KPL-AM - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 18
that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P5KPL-AM SB_PWR P5KPL-AM Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 19
as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six (6) 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 P5KPL-AM ASUS P5KPL-AM 1- - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 20
24.4cm(9.6in) PRI_IDE VGA1 USB34 PWR_FAN P5KPL-AM LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTM870T-954 PCIEX1_1 Intel G31 RTL 8102EL VT1708B SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16 PCI1 Intel ICH7 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCI2 SB_PWR CD USB78 8Mb CLRTC BIOS USB56 F_PANEL Refer to section 1.10 Connectors - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 21
Chassis Intruition (3-pin CHASSIS) Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2. Parallel port 3. LAN (RJ-45) port 4. Line In port (light 10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 7. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 8. CPU, chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin 1-34 1-35 1-36 ASUS P5KPL-AM 1- - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 22
. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 23
1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. P5KPL-AM P5KPL-AM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-11 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 24
the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. 7. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the chassis fan connector to ensure system stability. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 25
heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. Motherboard hole Fastener Narrow end of the groove Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-13 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 26
fan 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 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5KPL-AM P5KPL-AM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 27
on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the motherboard. A A B A B B A 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P5KPL-AM - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 28
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 for detailed information on CPU fan installation. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 29
memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double P5KPL-AM 112 Pins P5KPL-AM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Install a memory module in DIMM_A1 slot to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. ASUS P5KPL - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 30
functions. This limitation appears on Windows® XP 32-bit operation system which does not support Physical Address Extension (PAE). • If you install Windows® XP 32-bit operation system, a total memory of less than 3GB is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 31
SS VDATA SS VDATA DS VDATA DS VDATA DS PSC SS Part No. DIMM support A B E2508AB-6E-E • • D3216TLSAKL3U • • HYB18T256800AF3SW65 33154 • • D6408TE8WL -3EG20637 • • VD29608A8A-3EG20627 • • VD29608A8A-3EC20620 • • VD29608A8A-3EG20641 • • A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N • • ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-19 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 32
TVDD1.02M667C4 CENTURY 512MB CENTURY 512MB CENTURY 1G CENTURY 1G 512MB 667MHz DDRII 1G 667MHz Brand Side(s) Part No. DIMM support A B PSC DS A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N • • Nanya SS NT5TU32M16AG-3C • • Nanya SS NT5TU64M8AE-3C • • MDT SS 18D51280D-30648 • • MDT DS 18D51200D-30646 • • MDT - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 33
AENEON AENEON SIS SIS takeMS takeMS Veritech Veritech UMAX Side(s) Part No. SS HY5PS12821AFP-S6 DIMM support A B • • SS HY5PS12821BFP-S5 • • SS HY5PS12821CFP-S5 • • DS HY5PS12821AFP-S6 • • DS Heat-Sink Package • • DS Heat-Sink Package • • DS Heat-Sink Package • • ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-21 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 34
• OCZ2N10662GK OCZ DS Heat-Sink Package • • EP512D21066PS Micron SS 6QD22D9GCT • • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest QVL. Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: A - Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 35
so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with 1 extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5KPL - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 36
Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. 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 P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 37
motherboard A B C D PCI1 PCI2 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 Onboard USB controller 1 Onboard USB controller 2 Onboard USB controller 3 Onboard USB controller 4 Onboard USB 2.0 controller Onboard HD audio Onboard LAN - - - - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-25 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 38
1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 39
boot failure! P5KPL-AM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P5KPL-AM Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • 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 P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 40
PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. Supported by Realtek 10/100 LAN port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. . 7. Line Out port (lime). This - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 41
configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime devices or other serial devices. 14. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-29 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 42
the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1. P5KPL-AM Floppy Disk Drive Connector 2. Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end to the - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 43
cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure PRI_IDE P5KPL-AM PIN1 NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the ID ribbon cable to PIN 1. P5KPL-AM 240-pin IDE Connector ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-31 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 44
, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. P5KPL-AM SATA1 SATA3 SATA2 SATA4 P5KPL-AM SATA Connectors GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 45
. 7. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. CD (black) P5KPL-AM Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel P5KPL-AM Internal Audio Connector ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-33 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 46
may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! CHA_FAN CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND GND +12V Rotation P5KPL-AM CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P5KPL-AM Fan Connectors Only the CPU-FAN connector support the ASUS Advanced - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 47
motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector is set to HD Audio. If you want to connect a High Definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS to [HD Audio]. See section "2.4.4 Chipset" for details. ASUS P5KPL - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 48
and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ATX12V EATXPWR P5KPL-AM +12V DC GND P5KPL-AM ATX Power Connector +12V DC GND +3 Volts -12 not boot up if the power is inadequate. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (400W) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 49
depending on 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 P5KPL-AM 1-37 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 50
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This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 2 BIOS setup ASUS P5KPL-AM 2- - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 52
USB flash disk.) 2. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk, USB flash disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) 4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 53
accessible by pressing + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To 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 a floppy disk or a USB flash disk, then restart the system. 3. You - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 54
space to save the file. • The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as shown. 1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 55
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. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 56
updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support CD, the floppy disk or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility. • Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk or the USB flash disk to P5KPLAM.ROM. Recovering the BIOS - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 57
completes the updating 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 P5KPL-AM - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 58
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 the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 59
> Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest the Internet option from the you to avoid network traffic, or drop‑down menu, then click Next. click Auto Select. Click Next. ASUS P5KPL-AM 2- - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 60
to download. Click Next. 5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 61
under the Exit Menu. See section "2.8 Exit Menu." • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-11 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 62
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help System Time System Date system time. Sub-menu items Navigation keys 2.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit For changing - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 63
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 (Advanced, Power, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Legacy - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 64
appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section "2.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 IDE - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 65
BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu are specifically configuring supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5KPL - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 66
[Enabled] 2.3.5 IDE Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for ATA/IDE Configuration [Enhanced] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out [Disabled] [Compatible] [Enhanced] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA] - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 67
Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz Speed : 2800MHz Count : 2 System Memory Installed Size: 512MB Usable Size: 503MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-17 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 68
menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. JumperFree Configuration USB Configuration CPU CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual [Manual]. 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 69
[1.53V] 1.5V Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set ICH Chipset Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.5V] [1.6V] Vcore Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set Vcore Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [+50mv] [+100mv] [+150mv] ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-19 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 70
menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. USB Configuration Module Version - 2.24.0-13.4 USB Devices Enabled: None USB Functions [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Legacy USB Support USB support is disabled - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 71
CMOS Setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Ratio CMOS Setting [14] 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 - keys to adjust the BIOS. C1É Support [Enabled] Enable this item and - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 72
] The following item appears only when you installed an Intel® Pentium® 4 or later CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). Intel® SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to not want to use the EIST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 73
then press to display the sub-menu. Advanced Chipset Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values [PEG/PCI] Allows you to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [IGD] [PCI/IGD] [PCI/PEG] [PEG Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-23 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 74
set the audio controller. Configuration options: [Azalia] [All Disabled] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Allows you to select the front panel support type. If High Definition Audio Front Panel used, please set HD Audio mode. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] 2-24 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 75
LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN you to select parallel port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-25 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 76
devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ) devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system. Plug and Play O/S [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 77
Allows 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 P5KPL-AM 2-27 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 78
Disabled] Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Go into On/Off, or Suspend when options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 79
the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed. ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-29 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 80
specific field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed. VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. 2.6 Boot menu The Boot menu 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 81
Support [Auto] 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 P5KPL - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 82
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an 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 - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 83
Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 AI NET2 Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS format Select Screen Select Item +- Change Field Enter - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 84
2.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit system setup after saving the changes. - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 85
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 3 Software support ASUS P5KPL-AM 3- - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 86
without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click an icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 87
Installs the Intel® chipset Inf update program. Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Installs the Intel Graphics Accelerator driver. VIA Audio Driver Installs the VIA audio driver and application. Realtek RTL8102 LAN Driver Installs the Realtek RTL8102 LAN driver and application. ASUS P5KPL-AM 3- - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 88
Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 89
3.2.4 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ASUS P5KPL-AM 3- - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 90
3- Chapter 3: Software support - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 91
The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. A CPU features - Asus P5KPL-AM | User Manual - Page 92
motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP/ ® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology. 2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that
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