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Motherboard P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 2
Product 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 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 3
Safety information viii About this guide ix P5N32-E SLI Plus 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 features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 4
2-21 2.7 Audio card installation BIOS setup 4.1 Managing 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 Updating the BIOS 4-6 4.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 5
HDD SMART Monitoring 4-17 4.3.8 Installed Memory 4-17 4.3.9 Usable Memory 4-17 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu 4-18 4.4.1 AI Tuning 4-18 4.4.2 Overclocking 4-21 4.4.3 Over Voltage 4-23 4.4.4 NVIDIA GPU Ex 4-24 4.4.5 SLI-Ready Memory 4-24 4.4.6 SLI-Ready Memory CPUOC 4-24 4.5 Advanced menu 4-25 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 6
support DVD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4 Make Disk menu 5-5 5.2.5 Manuals 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 MyLogo3 5-9 5.3.2 SoundMAX® High Definition Audio utility 5-11 5.3.3 ASUS - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - 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 P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 8
service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 9
comes with the motherboard package. • Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support This chapter tells how to install SLI-ready PCI Express graphics cards. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 10
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 , the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: Means - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 11
CPU Ready Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors Note: Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the Intel® CPU support list. NVIDIA® nForce dual x16 SLI - Supports SLI-Ready Memory Technology 1333** / 1066 / 800 / 533 MHz Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 12
P5N32-E SLI Plus specifications summary High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features ASUS Unique features Rear panel SupremeFX Audio Card - ADI 1988B 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Sensing, Multi‑streaming and Jack-Retasking Coaxial, Optical S/ - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 13
User's manual Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Booster Anti-virus software (OEM version) NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. ** available when the installed CPU is supporting 1333MHz - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 14
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 16
Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 17
/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield 1 x 3-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, IEEE 1394, system panel; Retail version only) 1 x ASUS SLI Bridge ASUS motherboard support CD/DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 18
NVIDIA® nForce® dual x16 SLI chipset The NVIDIA® nForce dual x16 SLI chipset supports the NVIDIA® Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) technology that allows two graphics processing units (GPUs) in a single system. It's designed for enthusiast, extreme overclocking capability, ultimate gaming performance - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 19
and 5-27 for details. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. See pages 2-25 and 2-29 for details. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 20
-out (SONY/PHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks.It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. See pages 2-24 and 2-25 for details. Dual Gigabit LAN solution The motherboard comes with dual Gigabit LAN controllers to provide the total solution - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 21
with noise and malfunction likelyhood. ASUS Motherboard's fansless concept is specifically created to provide a cool environment without all the baggage. The heat pipe, heat sinks and strategic board layout were tailor made to dissipate heat in the most efficient manner. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 22
BIOS chip. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS stereo or multi-channel sound into a DTS audio signal and send it out from your PC to any DTS enabled system. While - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 23
logos. See page 5-9 for details. Music Alarm Wake up to the music of your choice instead of the irritating sound of an alarm clock. The ASUS Music Alarm gives you a personal wake-up call with your favorite CD music when system is off. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 24
1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 25
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 26
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumper 2-21 2.7 Audio card installation 2-22 2.8 Connectors 2-23 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 27
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. SB_PWR ® P5N32-E SLI Plus ON Standby Power P5N32-E SLI Plus Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 28
below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ® P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 29
ASUS Stack Cool 2 The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that critical components generate. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 30
-pin module) EATXPWR LAN1_USB12 LAN2_USB34 OPT_FAN2 CHA_FAN1 USB910 Audio slot NNFVOIRDCIAE®® Idnuteall®x 16 SLI Edition ® Marvell 88E1116 PCIEX16_1 PRI_IDE PCIEX1 SATA12 SATA34 SATA56 Marvell 88E1116 PCIEX16_2 P5N32-E SLI Plus PCI1 SB_PWR PCIEX16_3 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 31
port (black) Page 2-15 2-20 2-20 2-20 Page 2-21 Page 2-23 2-23 2-23 2-23 2-25 2-25 2-25 2-25 Page 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 32
) 5. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 6. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1 • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR) • Reset button (2-pin RESET) 11. ASUS Q-connector (system panel) Page 2-26 2- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 33
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 of the PnP cap. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 34
2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus 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. 2. Press the load lever with your thumb - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 35
system stability. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 36
the heatsink and fan assembly. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the four fasteners match the holes on the - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 37
connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-11 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 38
2.3.3 Uninstalling 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 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 39
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. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-13 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 40
cooler or a water cooler. Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. Position the fan installed on the motherboard. • Plug the optional fan cables to any of the OPT FAN1~5 connectors on the motherboard. • Make sure the - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 41
installation on a DDR DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-15 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 42
DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s) installed per channel compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest DDR2 Qualified Vendors List. • Due to chipset - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 43
1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the 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 P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-17 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 44
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 P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 45
compatible motherboard 1.1 USB 2.0 LAN_1 LAN_2 PATA SATA_1 SATA_2 SATA_3 SATA_RAID 1394 Audio A B C D E F G H - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - used - - - - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-19 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 46
comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. �R�e��fe��r�t�o��t�h�e��fi�g�u��r�e��b�e�l�o�w���fo - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 47
(CLRTC) You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup 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 automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 48
installation 1. Take out the Audio card from the package. 2. Locate the slot on the motherboard. 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card sits on the slot completely. 4. The above photo shows the audio card installed on the motherboard. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 49
. 2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 3. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. Supported by NV Gigabit LAN controller, this port allows Gigabit connection to During Power ON/OFF 100 Mbps connection * Blinking ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-23 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 50
Power ON/OFF 100 Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection 5. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 51
high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 13. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 14. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-25 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 52
P5N32-E SLI Plus Floppy disk drive connector 2. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 53
RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND P5N32-E SLI Plus SATA connectors These connectors support Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm, Hot Swap and smart setup. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-27 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 54
USB_P6+ USB_P6- USB+5V P5N32-E SLI Plus USB56 P5N32-E SLI Plus USB 2.0 connectors 1 USB78 1 GND USB_P7+ USB_P7USB+5V GND USB_P5+ USB_P5USB+5V Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 55
1394 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 the 1394 connector onboard. +12V TPB2+ GND TPA2+ ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-29 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 56
may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! CPU_FAN PWR_FAN CPU_FAN PWR_FAN CHA_FAN1 GND +12V Rotation GND +12V Rotation CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN1 ® P5N32-E SLI Plus OPT_FAN2 OPT_FAN1 OPT_FAN3 OPT_FAN4 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 57
. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ATX12V ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus ATX power connectors GND GND GND GND +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC ATX12V or an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug for the ATX12V connector. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-31 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 58
W to 600 W power or above to ensure the system stability. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (500 W) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power requirement with the following configuration: Normal Loading CPU PSC 3.73G 1066 DDR800 1GB*2 VGA Nvidia 7800GTX*2 SATA-HD SATA - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 59
(S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ® P5N32-E SLI Plus SPDIF_O2 P5N32-E SLI Plus SPDIF OUT connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-33 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 60
supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground ® P5N32-E SLI Plus IDE_LED RESET PWR * Requires an ATX power supply. P5N32-E SLI Plus you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 61
panel cable 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 panel functions are now enabled. The figure shows the Q-Connector properly installed on the motherboard. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-35 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 62
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This chapter describes the power up Powerin3g up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 64
Chapter summary 3 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-2 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 65
the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with " While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS�P��5�N�3�2��-E��S�L��I �P�lu��s 3- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 66
Off 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, mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 67
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 P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 68
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-13 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu 4-18 4.5 Advanced menu 4-25 4.6 Power menu 4-30 4.7 Boot menu 4-36 4.8 Tools menu 4-41 4.9 Exit menu 4-45 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 69
ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. See page 5-3 for the Utilities screen menu. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 70
update the BIOS using 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 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 71
> ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 72
Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to the optical drive. c. Click Start, then select Run. d. From the Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a: assuming that D: is your optical drive. e. Press , then follow screen instructions to continue. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 73
process and automatically reboots the system when down. • This function can support devices such as USB flash disk, hard disk, or floppy disk with FAT32/16/12 format only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 74
The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site. Rename the file to P5N32-EP.BIN and save it to a floppy disk, CD ROM or a USB flash disk - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 75
for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NV Dual x16 SLI-P5N32-EP DATE:03/30/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: P5N32-EP.bin Flashing Complete Press to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 76
: 0112.bin following screen appears. Save current BIOS as: Message: 3. Type a filename for the current BIOS file in the AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved Save current BIOS as field, For NV Dual x16 SLI-P5N32-EP DATE:03/30/2006 then press - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 77
Exit Menu. See section "4.9 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 P5N32-E SLI Plus 4- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 78
BIOS 2006 [English] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [ST321122A] [ASUS CDS520/A] [None] [None] [None] [None] [ day, month, year and century. Installed Memory Usable Memory 512MB 511MB F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ the overclocking settings desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 79
Page Down or - (minus) Page Up or + (plus) Function Displays the General Help screen Loads setup default values Exits the BIOS setup or returns to the main menu from a sub‑ it then press to display a list of options. Refer to "4.2.7 Pop-up window." ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-11 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 80
to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Main Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Extreme Tweaker Advanced Power Boot physical size of diskette drive A. Installed Memory ↑↓ :Move ENTE5R1:2AMcBcept ESC:Abort Usable Memory 512MB F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 81
to navigate through them. Main Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Extreme Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Change the day, month, year and century. Installed Memory Usable Memory 512MB 511MB F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓ : Select Disabled] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-13 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 82
for 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 P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 83
to [Manual]. Configuration options BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to active. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 84
then press to display the SATA device information. Main Extended IDE Drive Access Mode Capacity Cylinder Head Landing Zone Sector Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility SATA1 [Auto] [Auto] 0 MB 0 0 0 0 Select Menu Item Specific Help Selects the type of fixed disk connected to the system - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 85
This item is not configurable. After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE Memory [xxx MB] Shows the size of installed memory. 4.3.9 Usable Memory [XXX MB] Shows the size of usable memory. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 86
system to malfunction. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Extreme Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit AI Tuning x Overclock Options x N.O.S. Option x System Clocks x FSB & Memory Config Overclocking Over Voltage� NVIDIA GPU EX x SLI-Ready Memory [Auto] Disabled [Disabled] Not Detected - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 87
MHz]~[200 MHz] PCIEX16_3 Frequency (MHz) [100] Allows you to set the PCIEX16_3 overclocking frequency. Configuration options: [100 MHz]~[200 MHz] SPP MCP Ref Clock, MHz [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [200.0 MHz] [200.5 MHz] [201.0 MHz] [201.5 MHz]~[500.0 MHz] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-19 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 88
FSB - Memory Ratio [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1:1] [5:4] [3:2] [Sync Mode] FSB (QDR), MHz [800] Configuration options: [533 MHz]~[3000 MHz] N.O.S Option [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 89
BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Extreme Tweaker Overclocking CPU Type Genuine Intel (R) CPU CPU Speed 2.80GHz Cache RAM 1024K x2 CPU Multiplier [17] Memory : [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] tRAS [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]...[31] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-21 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 90
50nS] Spread Spectrum Control Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Extreme Tweaker Spread Spectrum Control CPU Spread Spectrum PCIE Spread Spectrum MCP Spread] [Disabled] [Disabled] Select Menu Item Specific Help CPU Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Center Spread - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 91
] to let CPU VID keep original value. VCore Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.90000V] [1.89375V] [1.88750V] [1.88125V] [1.87500V]...[0.83750V] [0.83125V] Memory Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.850V] [1.875V] [1.900V]...[3.400V] [3.425V] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-23 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 92
65V] [1.70V] [1.75V] [1.80V] [1.85V] CPU VTT Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.20V driver. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] 4.4.5 SLI-Ready Memory [Disabled] Allows you to select the SPD profile for SLI-Ready memory SLI-Ready Memory is set to [Enabled]. 4.4.6 SLI-Ready Memory - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 93
Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Extreme Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit AI NET2 PCIPnP during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-25 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 94
Help Select Yes if you are using a Plug and 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 configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 95
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Onboard Device Configuration IDE Function Setup Serial-ATA Configuration �HD�A� udi�o A�ut� o] Front Panel Support Type [AC97 or disable the IDE PIO read prefetch mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-27 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 96
to edit. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced Support Type [HD Audio] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC`97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 97
-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced USB Configuration USB Controller USB2.0 Controller USB Legacy support [Enabled Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 98
configuration options. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Extreme Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ACPI Suspend Type ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [S1&S3] Enabled Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to select overclock profile. F1:Help ↑↓ : Select - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 99
computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on. USB Resume from S5 [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the support of USB keyboard or mouse resumption from S5. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-31 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 100
a minute value (Min=0, Max=59), then press . HPET Support [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power Up By PS mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 101
F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit Vcore / 3.3V / 5V / 12V Voltage +1.2V HT / +1.5V Voltage VTT CPU / DDR2 Termination /DDR2 Voltage +1.4V / DDR2 Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-33 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 102
, M/B Temperature The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. These items are not user-configurable. Fan Speed Monitor Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Fan Speed Monitor CPU Fan Speed CHA_FAN1 Speed PWR FAN Speed 2960 RPM 0 RPM - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 103
, which gives off a warning when the CPU fan speed is too low. If you set this item to [Disabled], the system will not warn you even if no fan is installed or if the fan is not functioning properly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [600 RPM] [1200 RPM] [1600 RPM] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-35 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 104
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Extreme Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Boot Device Priority Removable Drives Hard Disk Drives CDROM Drives Boot Settings - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 105
to assign hard disk drives attached to the system. 4.7.4 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 system. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-37 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 106
4.7.5 Boot Settings Configuration Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Boot Settings Configuration Select Menu Case Open Warning Quick Boot Boot Up Floppy and Typematic Delay (Msec) become user-configurable only when the item Typematic Rate Setting is enabled. 4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 107
] [All, But Diskette] [All, But Disk/Key] 4.7.6 Security Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Security Supervisor Password User Password Password Check Clear Clear [Setup] a combination of a maximum of eight (8) alpha‑numeric characters, then press . ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-39 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 108
about passwords The Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS Setup program preventing unauthorized access. The User password is required to section "2.6 Jumper" for instructions. Password Check This field requires you to enter the password before entering the BIOS setup or the system. - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 109
The succeeding items become user-configurable when you enable the ASUS Music Alarm. Alarm Date: Sunday/Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/ Saturday [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the alarm for a particular day. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-41 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 110
change the value. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Audio CD Drive [Primary IDE Master] Allows you to ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Tools ASUS BIOS Profile Select Menu Load BIOS Profile Save BIOS - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 111
storage devices with enough space. 2. Turn on the system. 3. Enter the BIOS setup program. Go to the "Tools" menu to select "Save to File." Press then the setup screen will appear. 4. Press to switch between the drives. Press hot-key to save the file. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-43 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 112
: P5N32-E SLI Plus VER: 0116 DATE: 10/30/2006 Update CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: CMOS backup is done! Press any key to Exit. Note [Enter] Select [Tab] Switch [S] Save [ESC]: Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move The BIOS file will be saved as "xxx.CMO". 4.8.3 ASUS - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 113
fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Load Setup Default This option When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select YES to load default values. Select Exit & Save ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 4-45 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 114
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This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 5 Software support - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 116
Chapter summary 5 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.3 Software information 5-9 5.4 RAID configurations 5-26 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-34 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 117
. Click an icon to display support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 118
devices. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Drivers Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. Nvidia Chipset Driver Program Installs the NVIDIA® Chipset drivers for the NVIDIA® nForce™ dual x16 SLI chipset. SoundMAX® AD1988 Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX® AD1988 audio driver and - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 119
Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows® environment. ASUS Music Alarm The ASUS Music Alarm is an audio alarm clock that uses your favorite CD music to give you a personal wake-up call. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 120
and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is your computer. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for updates. Anti-Virus Utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 121
Make Disk menu contains items to create the NVIDIA® nForce™ dual x16 SLI SATA RAID driver disk. Make NVIDIA 32bit XP/2000/2003 SATA RAID Driver Make NVIDIA 64bit 2003 SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create an NVIDIA® Serial ATA RAID driver disk for a 32-bit/64‑bit system. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 122
Manuals menu The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 5.2.6 ASUS - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 123
information on the motherboard and the contents of the Support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the Support DVD contents in graphical format. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 124
Technical support form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the Support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. 5- Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 125
Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click Next. The ASUS MyLogo window appears. 6. From the left window pane, select the folder that contains the image you intend to use as your boot logo. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 126
7. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to enlarge by clicking on it. 8. Adjust the boot image to your desired size by selecting a value on the Ratio box. 9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 127
sure that one of these operating systems is installed before installing SoundMAX®. • Jack Retasking function works on High Definition front panel audio ports only. If the SoundMAX® audio utility is correctly installed, you will find the SoundMAX® icon on the taskbar. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-11 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 128
SoundMAX® icon to display the SoundMAX® Control Panel. Audio Setup Wizard By clicking the icon from the SoundMAX® control panel, you can easily configure your audio settings. Simply follow succeeding screen instructions and begin enjoying High Definition Audio. 5-12 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 129
Jack configuration This screen helps you configure your computer's audio ports, depending on the audio devices you have installed. Adjust speaker volume This screen helps you adjust speaker prewritten text to allow the AudioWizard to adjust the volume as you speak. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-13 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 130
to go to the Preferences page. This page allows you to change various audio settings. General options Click the General tab to choose your playback and re-encodes your stereo or multi-channel sound into a DTS audio signal and send it out from your PC to any DTS enabled system. While DTS NEO: - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 131
it when you have conference call to reduce echoes in the other side. The directional Array and Speaker Phone function only when working with the ASUS Array Mic. The ASUS Array Mic is purchased separately. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-15 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 132
your computer: 1. Place the Support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching PC Probe II You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 133
sensor also turns red. Refer to the Monitor panels section for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-17 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 134
system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor the Scheme options, then select another position from the list box. Click OK when finished. Moving the monitor also adjust the threshold values using the Config window. You cannot adjust the sensor threshold values - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 135
browser Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. This browser displays various Windows® management information. Click an item system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-19 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 136
. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to display available information. Usage The Usage browser displays real-time information on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 137
memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window your changes Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-21 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 138
Music Alarm This motherboard is equipped with an audio alarm clock called ASUS Music Alarm. The ASUS Music Alarm gives you a personal wake-up called with your favorite CD music when the system is off. The onboard audio CODEC supports this feature, which requires an optical drive (CD-ROM, CD-RW, or - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 139
the optical storage device, then choose the starting CD track number from which you would like the music alarm to play. When done, click OK. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-23 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 140
, mouse, PCI/PCIE device, modem) are deactivated. • If the system loses connection or if it does not detect any optical drive or audio CD, the ASUS Music Alarm is automatically disabled/turned off. • While the music alarm is playing, the optical drive front panel functions are automatically disabled - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 141
, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Booster icon on the Windows® OS taskbar. The options on the task bar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-25 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 142
5.4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with two RAID controllers that allow you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. • The NVIDIA® nForce™ dual x16 SLI Southbridge includes a high performance SATA RAID controller that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5 and JBOD for - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 143
driver disk" for details. 5.4.2 NVIDIA® RAID configurations The motherboard includes a high performance SATA RAID controller integrated in the NVIDIA® nForce™ dual x16 SLI southbridge chipset. It supports Configuration" for details. 4. Save your changes and Exit Setup. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-27 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 144
detailed descriptions on the NVIDIA® RAID configuration, refer to the "NVIDIA® RAID User Guide" found in your motherboard Support DVD. • When using Windows® 2000 operating system, make sure to install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or later version. Entering the NVIDIA® RAID utility To enter the - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 145
server systems, we recommend using a lower array block size. For multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing, we recommend a higher array block size for optimum performance. 3.` Press this option. All data on the RAID drives will be lost! ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-29 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 146
+X> to save settings and exit. Rebuilding a RAID array To rebuild a RAID array: 1. From the Array List menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array then press . The RAID Array .XXGB XXX.XXGB 5-30 [R] Rebuild [D] Delete [C] Clear Disk [ENTER] Return Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 147
. Rebuild array? [ENTER] OK [ESC] Cancel 4. Press to start rebuilding array or press to cancel. 5. After the rebuild process, the Array list menu appears. You will need to enter Window® XP and run the NVIDIA utility in order to complete the rebuilt process. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-31 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 148
Deleting a RAID array To delete a RAID array: 1. From the Array List menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array then press . The RAID Array details appear. drives will be lost! 4. If you selected Yes, the Define a New Array menu appears. 5-32 Chapter 5: Software support - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 149
Clearing a disk data To clear disk data: 1. From the Array List menu, use the up or down arrow keys to select a RAID array then press . The RAID Array details or press to cancel. Take caution in using this option. All data on the RAID drives will be lost! ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 5-33 - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 150
then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. 3. Follow the succeeding screen 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 P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 151
This chapter tells how to install SLI‑ready 6 PCI Express graphics cards. NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 152
Chapter summary 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.2 Dual graphics cards setup 6-2 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 153
. See "8. ATX power connectors" on page 2-31 for details. • The NVIDIA SLI technology supports Windows® XP™ 32-bit/64bit operating system only. • Visit the NVIDIA zone website (http://www.nzone.com) for the latest certified graphics card and supported 3D application list. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 6- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 154
Dual graphics card setup 6.2.1 Installing SLI-ready graphics cards Install only identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA®- two graphics cards. Each graphics card should have goldfingers for the SLI connector. Goldfingers 2. Remove the metal bracket covers opposite the two PCI Express - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 155
(PCIEX16_3). 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 P5N32-E SLI Plus 6- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 156
card. Make sure that the connector is firmly in place. SLI connector 6. When installing two VGA cards using a 20-pin ATX PSU with sufficient+12v capability, we recommend that you connect install an additional chassis fan for better thermal environment. 6- Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 157
your Windows taskbar. 2. From the pop-up menu, select nView Desktop Manager then click nView Properties. NVIDIA Settings icon 3. From the nView Desktop Manager window, select the Desktop Management tab. 4. Click Properties to display the Display Properties dialog box. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 6- - Asus P5N32-E SLI Plus | P5N32-E SLI Plus User''s Manual for English Edtion - Page 158
box, select the Settings tab then click Advanced. 6. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab. 7. Click the slider to display the following screen, then select the SLI multi‑GPU item. Slider 8. Click the Enable SLI multi-GPU check box. 9. Click OK when done. 6- Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support
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