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P5N-D Motherboard - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 2
warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 3
information viii About this guide ix P5N-D specifications summary xi 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 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 4
and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 menu 4-14 4.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx 4-14 4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 4-14 4.3.3 Language [English 4-14 4.3.4 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 5
CDROM Drives 4-36 4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration 4-37 4.6.6 Security 4-38 4.7 Tools menu 4-40 4.7.1 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-40 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-42 4.8 Exit menu 4-43 Chapter 5: Software support 1 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 6
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 information 5-7 5.3 Software information 5-9 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2 5-9 5.3.2 Audio configurations 5-11 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 5-15 5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite 5-21 5.3.5 ASUS EPU Utility -- AI Gear - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 7
interference in a residential installation. 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 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 8
on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 9
need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 10
of 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 P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 11
P5N-D specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Intel® next generation 45nm Multi-Core CPU Note: Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the Intel® CPU support list. NVIDIA® nForce 750i SLI 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz 4 x DIMM, max. 8GB - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 12
P5N-D�s�p��e�c�if�ic�a��ti�o�n�s��s�u�m��m�a��ry� ASUS AI Lifestyle Unique features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) - ASUS AI Gear 3 (ASUS EPU utility) - ASUS AI NAP ASUS AI Lifestyle Features: - ASUS AI - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 13
P5N-D�s�p��e�c�if�ic�a��ti�o�n�s��s�u�m��m�a��ry� Rear panel Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support CD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (green , DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0 , WOR - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 14
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 16
Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ASUS P5N-D - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 17
) 1 x ASUS Optional Fans for Water-Cooling or Passive-Cooling only 1 x 3-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, IEEE 1394, system panel; Retail version only) 1 x ASUS SLI Bridges ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5N-D 1-1 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 18
Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world. NVIDIA® nForce® 750i SLI chipset The NVIDIA® nForce 750i SLI chipset supports the NVIDIA® Scalable - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 19
for details. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface and 2-26 for details. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. ASUS P5N - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 20
energy consumption. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to digitally monitor and tune the CPU power supply with improved VR responses in heavy or light . ASUS Motherboard's fansless concept is specifically created to provide a cool environment without all the baggage. ASUS has - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 21
Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Without the usual "fingers" present, this new design is convenient and safe to install. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 22
. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 5-9 for details. ASUS Multi C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings Product Introduction - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 23
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. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 24
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 2-19 2.6 Jumpers 2-23 2.7 Connectors 2-25 ASUS P5N-D - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 25
the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ® P5N-D P5N-D Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5N - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 26
or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 27
® P5N-D DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) EATXPWR 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5N-D 2-3 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 28
Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2. Parellel port 3. IEEE 1394a port 4. LAN (RJ-45) Subwoofer port (orange) 6. Rear Speaker Out port (black) 7. Line In port (light blue) 8. Line Out port (lime) 9. Microphone port (pink) 10. Side Speaker - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 29
EATXPWR, 2 x 4-pin ATX12V) 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 10. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 11. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 12. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) Page 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-31 2-31 2-33 2-33 2-34 2-35 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 30
damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. 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 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 31
2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® P5N-D P5N-D CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. ASUS P5N-D 2-7 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 32
tab. 7. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 33
assembly. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that fan connector. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 34
and 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 ® P5N-D CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5N-D CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 35
the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector 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 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 36
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 P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 37
2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 - Single-Channel Populated - - - Dual-channel (1) Populated Populated - - Dual-channel (2) Populated Populated Populated Populated ASUS P5N-D 2-13 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 38
version operating system, we recommend that you install less than 3GB of 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 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 39
P5N-D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability Size Vendor support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P5N - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 40
P5N-D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz 8D-23JK5M2ETP DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 41
P5N-D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-533MHz capability Size Vendor Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800/667 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 42
components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 43
and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 44
Audio NVIDIA nForce Serial ATA Controller NVIDIA nForce Serial ATA Controller Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI_1 PCI_2 USB 1.1 USB 2.0 IDE controller HD audio PCIEx16_1 PCIEx16_2 PCIEx1_1 PCIEx1_2 SATA1 SATA2 LAN 1394 A B C D E F G H fixed - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 45
the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and 2.0 x16 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express x16 slots that support PCI Express x16 graphic PCI Express x16 slots support PCIe 2.0 devices. This motherboard supports 2 SLI-ready Express - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 46
• We recommend that you install a VGA card on the primary (blue) PCI Express slots, and install any other PCI Express device on the PCI Express slot (black). • Connect a rear chassis fan to the chassis (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) connector when using two graphics cards for better thermal environment. See - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 47
cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. ® P5N-D P5N-D Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal Clear RTC (Default) • Make sure so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ASUS P5N-D 2-23 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 48
ports. The USBPW5-8 jumpers are for the internal USB connectors that you can connect to additional USB ports. ® P5N-D USBPW1-4 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB USBPW5-8 12 23 +5V P5N-D USB device wake up (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 49
15 14 13 12 11 10 9 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port channel, or 8-channel audio configuration.. 7. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 50
to the audio configuration table below 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 Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 51
, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. PRI_EIDE NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. ® P5N-D P5N-D IDE connector Drive jumper setting Single device Cable - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 52
it�h��th�e��o�n�b��o�a�r�d�N��V�I�D��IA�® MediaShield™ RAID controller. ® P5N-D P5N-D SATA connectors SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 GND RSATA_TXP1 the Serial ATA Configuration sub-menu in the BIOS. These connectors support Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm, - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 53
USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. ® P5N-D USB56 USB78 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC P5N-D USB 2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 54
to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. PIN 1 IE1394_2 P5N-D IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 55
support the ASUS Q-FAN 2 feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ® P5N-D ATX12V +12V DC GND +12V DC GND P5N-D ATX power connectors EATXPWR +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 56
or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 500W to 600W power or above to ensure the system stability. • The ATX 12V Specification 2.0-compliant (500 W) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power requirement with - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 57
. Azalia-compliant pin definition Legacy AC'97-compliant pin definition AAFP P5N-D Analog front panel connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 58
PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER PANEL IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. P5N-D System panel LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 59
a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS QConnector. 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 P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 60
minimize the fan speed for quiet fan operation. • Make sure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the fan and motherboard components. • We strongly recommend that you install the optional fan when using a passive cooler or a water cooler. 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 61
This chapter describes the power up Chapter 3: Powerin3g up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 62
Chapter summary 3 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-2 ASUS P5N-D - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 63
on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with "green" standards or if it has key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS�P�5�N��-D� 3-1 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 64
3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer. 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 65
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Chapter 4: 4 BIOS setup - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 66
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-14 4.4 Advanced menu 4-19 4.5 Power menu 4-30 4.6 Boot menu 4-35 4.7 Tools menu 4-40 4.8 Exit menu 4-43 ASUS P5N-D - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 67
. 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 the optical drive. The - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 68
this utility. 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 Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the 3. Select the - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 69
> ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. P5N-D.BIN P5N-D ASUS P5N-D 4-3 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 70
4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. DOS environment a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press . Windows® XP environment a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 71
2: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Save the BIOS FLASH TYPE: SST 49LF080A /3.3V Current ROM BOARD: P5N-D VER: 0107 DATE: 10/31/2007 Update ROM the system when done. • This function can support devices such as USB flash disk, or - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 72
instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. from the Software folder of the support CD to the floppy disk, CD ROM or a USB flash disk with the latest BIOS file. 3. Boot the system in DOS mode - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 73
the disk then press to restart the system. AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.17 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For C55-MCP51-P5N-D-00 Flash Type - DATE:10/31/2007 File Name to Program: P5N-D.bin Flashing Complete Press to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 74
Message: Please Wait! 4. The utility saves the current BIOS file to the AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.17 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved floppy disk, then returns to For C55-MCP51-P5N-D-00 the BIOS flashing process. Flash Type - DATE:10/31/2007 File Name to Program: 0113 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 75
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 found! Reading file "P5N-D.BIN". Completed. Start flashing... 4. Restart the - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 76
4.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Low-Pin Count (LPC) 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, reconfiguring your system, or prompted - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 77
General help Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time 15 : 30 : 36 System ] [ASUS CDS520/A] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [Disabled] Change the day, month ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. ASUS P5N-D 4-11 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 78
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, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 4.2.5 Sub-menu items A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 79
pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Main Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date Language 15 : 30 : 36 Thu, Apr 6 2006 [English] of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS P5N-D 4-13 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 80
them. Main Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date Language Legacy Diskette [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [ST321122A] [ASUS CDS520/A] [None] [None] [None] [None] [Disabled] Select Menu Item Specific Help Change the day, month, year and century. Installed - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 81
the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the hard disk was already formatted on a previous system, the setup BIOS may detect incorrect parameters. Select [Manual] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters. If no drive is installed select [None]. Configuration options: [None] [Auto - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 82
allows automatic detection of an IDE hard disk drive. Select [CHS] for this item if you set the IDE Primary Master/Slave to [Manual]. Configuration options: [CHS] [LBA] [Large] [Auto] Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the correct configuration information supplied - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 83
the auto-detected hard disk capacity. This item is not configurable. Cylinder Shows the number of the hard disk cylinders. This item is not configurable. ASUS P5N-D 4-17 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 84
Head Shows the number of the hard disk read/write heads. This item is not configurable. Landing Zone Shows the number of landing zone per track. This item is not configurable. Sector Shows the number of sectors per track. This item is not configurable. After entering the IDE hard disk drive - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 85
malfunction. Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration AI NET2 CPU Configuration Chipset PCIPnP Selct either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Auto Loads - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 86
options: [Disabled] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] The following items become user-configurable when you set AI Tuning to [Manual]. System Clocks This sub-menu allows you to adjust the system frequency-related items. Select an item, then press to edit - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 87
to edit. Main Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit FSB - Memory Clock Mode [Linked] FSB - Memory Ratio [ FSB and memory speed automatically. [Linked] Enter FSB speed manually. Memory Speed changes proportionally. F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item ASUS P5N-D 4-21 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 88
MEM (DDR), MHz [800] Allows you to set the Memory frequency. Adjust the value using / or the numeric keypad and press . Configuration options: [400 MHz]~[2600 MHz] Actual MEM (DDR), MHz 800.0 The Actual MEM (DDR) reflects the actual memory frequency that will take effect on a reboot. - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 89
Technology [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Multiplier [8x] Configuration options: [6x] [7x] [8x] [9x] Enhanced Intel Speedstep(tm) Tech. [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5N-D 4-23 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 90
4.4.4 Chipset Advanced Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Chipset Select Menu Memory Timing Setting Spread Spectrum Control LDT Frequency [5x] Item Specific Help Memory Timing Setting Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Memory Timing Setting Select Menu tCL (CAS Latency) - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 91
options: [Disabled] [Auto] LDT Spread Spectrum [Auto] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Center] [Down] LDT Frequency [5x] Configuration options: [1x] [2x] [3x] [4x] [5x] [6x] [7x] [8x] ASUS P5N-D 4-25 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 92
Play capable operating system. Select No if you need the BIOS to configure non-boot devices. Plug & Play O/S [No] When set to [No], the BIOS operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] Primary Display Adapter [PCI] Allows - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 93
Configuration �H�D �Au�d� io E�na�bl�ed�] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Onboard nVidia LAN [Enabled] Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] �O�n�bo�a�rd��13�94 E�n�ab�l�ed�] Serial to enable or disable the SATA DMA transfer access. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5N-D 4-27 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 94
] [Enabled] HD Audio [Enabled] Allows you to disable or set the High-Definition audio function. Configuration options: �[D��is�a��b�le��d�]�[�E�n�a��b�le��d�] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC`97 or high-definition audio - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 95
boot ROM. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Onboard 1394 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard 1394 device support Configuration USB Controller USB Legacy support USB2.0 Controller [Enabled] [ USB Legacy Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable support for USB - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 96
an item then press to display the configuration options. Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ACPI Suspend Type ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [S1&S3] Enabled Select Menu Item Specific Help Select the ACPI state used for - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 97
By External Modems Power On by RTC Alarm x Date(of Month) Alarm x Alarm Time(hh:mm) HPET Support Power Up By PS/2 Mouse Power Up By PS/2 Keyboard [Power-Off] [Instant-Off] [Disabled] [ -configurable with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5N-D 4-31 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 98
within the specified range then press . Configuration options: [Min=0] [Max=23]---hour [Min=0] [Max=59]---minute [Min=0] [Max=59]---second HPET Support [Enabled] The hardware high precision efficient timer (HPET) is to increase the performance of the Vista Multimedia player and can meet Vista - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 99
Chassis Q-Fan Control feature. Chassis Q-Fan Profile [Performance] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the Chassis Q-Fan. Configuration options: [Performance] �[O��p��ti�m��a��l]��[S��i�le��n�t�] ASUS P5N-D 4-33 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 100
hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU/ Chassis/Power fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows 0 RPM. CPU Fan Speed warning [600 RPM] Allows you to set the CPU fan warning speed function, which gives off a warning - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 101
→←: Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Boot Device Priority Select Menu 1st Boot Device 2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device 4th Boot Device [Removable] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Disabled] Item Specific Help Select - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 102
Help 1. SATA X: XXXXXXXXX Allows you to assign hard disk drives attached to the system. 4.6.4 CDROM Drives Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot CDROM Drives 1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX Select Menu Item Specific Help 1. 1st Slave: XXXXXXXXX Allows you to assign optical drives attached to the - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 103
to enable or disable the system quick boot feature. When Enabled, the system skips certain tests while booting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled] Enables or when you hold a key. Configuration options: [6] [8] [10] [12] [15] [20] [24] [30] ASUS P5N-D 4-37 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 104
that the above item is set to [Enabled] if you want to use the ASUS MyLogo3™ feature. Halt On [All Errors] Allows you to set the error report But Disk/Key] 4.6.6 Security Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Security Supervisor Password User Password Password Check Clear Clear [Setup] - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 105
preventing unauthorized access. The User password is required to boot the system preventing unauthorized use. Forgot your password? If erase the CMOS RAM, refer to section "2.6 Jumper" for instructions. Password Check This field requires you to enter the password before [System] ASUS P5N-D 4-39 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 106
menu. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS O.C. Profile ASUS EZ Flash 2 Select Menu Item Specific Help F1:Help ESC Select Menu Enter: Select Sub-menu F10: Save and Exit 4.7.1 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 107
file saved in the hard disk/floppy disk/USB flash disk with the FAT32/16/12 format. Follow the instructions below to load the BIOS file. 1. Insert the storage devices that contains the "xxx.CMO" file. 2. . 6. A pop-up message will inform you when the saving process finishes. ASUS P5N-D 4-41 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 108
you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility B324 FLASH TYPE: SST 49LF080A /3.3V Current ROM BOARD: P5N-D VER: 0107 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 109
or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Load Setup Default Discard Changes Select Menu Select YES to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. ASUS P5N-D 4-43 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 110
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This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 5: 5 Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 112
Chapter summary 5 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.3 Software information 5-9 5.4 RAID configurations 5-29 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-37 ASUS P5N-D - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 113
, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates. 5.2.1 Running the support CD Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 114
drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Drivers Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. Nvidia audio driver and application. ASUS EPU + AI Gear 3 Utility Installs the EPU + AI Gear 3 utility. Install this driver before the ASUS AI Suite utility. USB - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 115
the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. ASUS Update Allows - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 116
You can also install the following utilities from the ASUS Superb Software Library CD. Anti-Virus Utility The anti-virus application detects and protects your computer from Copy5 Trial version. You can also download the utility by clicking the DVD Burner tab. 5-4 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 117
www.microsoft.com) for updates. ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide The ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide contains a general and clear instruction on how to install your new ASUS motherboard, FAQs, and how to Allows you to create a NVIDIA® Windows® Vista 32/64bit RAID driver. ASUS P5N-D 5-5 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 118
® Reader from the ASUS Superb Software Library CD 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 guide. 5-6 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 119
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 motherboard. Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. ASUS P5N-D 5-7 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 120
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. 5-8 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 121
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 MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 122
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. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST. 5-10 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 123
convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find Realtek HD Audio Manager Exit button Minimize button Information button ASUS P5N-D 5-11 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 124
acoustic environment, adjust the equalizer, or set the karaoke to your desired settings. 3. Click to effect the Sound Effect settings and exit. 5-12 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 125
. 3. The control settings window displays the status of connected devices. Click for analog and digital options. 4. Click to effect the Audio I/O settings and exit ASUS P5N-D 5-13 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 126
the sound, moving path, or environment settings. 3. Click to test your settings. 4. Click to effect the 3D Audio Demo settings and exit. 5-14 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 127
, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder. Double-click the setup.exe file to start installation. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching PC Probe - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 128
Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show. When displayed, before each preference to activate or deactivate. 5-16 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 129
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 ASUS P5N-D 5-17 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 130
Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. 5-18 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 131
display the information on the right panel. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space. ASUS P5N-D 5-19 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 132
the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes Cancels or ignores your changes Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration 5-20 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 133
support CD 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 Gear 3 Press to launch AI Booster ASUS P5N-D Press to launch AI Nap Press to launch Q-Fan 2 5-21 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 134
the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. 5-22 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 135
and support all ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) features. This easy-to-use utility provides four system performance profiles that adjusts the processor frequency and vCore voltage for different computing needs. After installing ASUS AI Suite from the bundled support CD, you can launch ASUS AI - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 136
ASUS AI Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support the function back. 5-24 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 137
, to decrease fan speed, or to achieve the maximum fan speed. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support CD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and setup. click to display the drop-down list and select a Q-Fan 2 mode ASUS P5N-D 5-25 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 138
AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support CD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 139
You must first connect two computers (at least one of them is ASUS product) using a network cable, and then install the utility to both of enabling file sharing on this pop-up message and follow the instructions to enable the incoming folder. 2. If you want to to incoming folder. ASUS P5N-D 5-27 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 140
the AIDirectLinkIncoming folder 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 in and have full access to this shared folder. 5-28 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 141
motherboard comes with one RAID controllers that allow you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. • The NVIDIA® nForce™ 750i SLI Southbridge includes a high performance SATA RAID controller that supports not provide fault tolerance or other RAID performance benefits. ASUS P5N-D 5-29 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 142
want to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, first copy the RAID driver from the Support CD to bays. 2. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. Refer to the RAID controllers user manual in the motherboard support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 143
refer to the "NVIDIA® RAID User Guide" found in your motherboard Support CD. • When using Windows® XP operating system, make sure to install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions�. Entering the keys. These keys allow you to move through and select menu options. ASUS P5N-D 5-31 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 144
clearing the disks. The following screen appears. Take caution in using this option. All data on the RAID drives will be lost! 5-32 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 145
4 Healthy NVIDIA Array Model Name MIRROR XXX.XXG [Ctrl-X]Exit [↑↓]Select [B]Set Boot [N]New Array [ENTER]Detail A new set of navigation keys is displayed on the XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 1 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Capacity XXX.XXGB XXX.XXGB [R] Rebuild [D] Delete [C] Clear Disk [ENTER] Return ASUS P5N-D 5-33 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 146
list menu appears. You will need to enter Window® XP and run the NVIDIA utility in order to complete the rebuilt process. 5-34 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 147
. Take caution in using this option. All data on the RAID drives will be lost! 4. If you selected Yes, the Define a New Array menu appears. ASUS P5N-D 5-35 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 148
the disk data or press to cancel. Take caution in using this option. All data on the RAID drives will be lost! 5-36 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 149
To create a RAID driver disk: 1. Place the motherboard support CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select instructions to complete the installation. Due to chipset limitation, the Serial ATA ports supported by the NVIDIA chipset doesn't support Serial Optical Disk Drives (Serial ODD) under DOS. ASUS P5N - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 150
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This chapter tells how to install SLI‑ready 6 PCI Express graphics cards. Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 152
Chapter summary 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.2 Dual graphics cards setup 6-2 ASUS P5N-D - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 153
The motherboard supports the NVIDIA® certified. • Make sure that your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the system. See page 2-31 for details. • The NVIDIA SLI technology supports Windows® XP™ 32-bit/64bit operating system only. • Visit the - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 154
card should have goldfingers for the SLI connector. Goldfingers 2. Remove the metal bracket covers opposite the two PCI Express x16 slots. 6-2 Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 155
(PCIEX16_2). Make sure that the card is properly seated on the slot. If required, connect an auxiliary power source to the PCI Express graphics cards. ASUS P5N-D 6-3 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 156
a VGA cable or a DVI-I cable to the graphics card/s. We recommend to install an additional chassis fan for better thermal environment. 6-4 Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 157
card package to install the device drivers. Make sure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia. com Management tab. 4. Click Properties to display the Display Properties dialog box. ASUS P5N-D 6-5 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 158
screen, then select the SLI multi‑GPU item. Slider 8. Click the Enable SLI multi-GPU check box. 9. Click OK when done. 6-6 Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 159
Appendix: CPU featAures The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 160
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 P5N-D - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 161
The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/ support • BIOS file with EIST support • Operating system with EIST support (Windows® Vista, Windows® XP SP2/ Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions). ASUS P5N - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 162
A.2.2 Using the EIST To use the EIST feature: 1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup. 2. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration, then press . 3. Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech. item to [Automatic], then press . See page 4-22 for details. 4. Press - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 163
-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® Vista/XP only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper‑Threading Technology. 3. Restart the computer. ASUS P5N-D A-3 - Asus P5N-D GREEN | User Guide - Page 164
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