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    P5Q Motherboard
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    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
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    viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5Q specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS special features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features 1-7 Chapter
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    power switch 2-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-5 3.1.4 AFUDOS utility 3-6 3.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-8 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.2.1 BIOS
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    3.5 Advanced menu 3-24 3.5.1 TPM Configuration 3-24 3.5.2 CPU Configuration 3-25 3.5.3 Chipset 3-27 3.5.4 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-28 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-29 3.5.6 PCIPnP 3-30 3.6 Power menu 3-31 3.6.1 Suspend Mode [Auto 3-31 3.6.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No 3-31 3.6.3 ACPI
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    Exit menu 3-44 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Drivers menu 4-2 4.2.3 Utilities menu 4-3 4.2.4 Make disk menu 4-5 4.2.5 Manual menu 4-6 4.2.6 ASUS Contact information 4-6 4.2.7 Other
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    Serial ATA hard disks 4-56 4.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 4-56 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-64 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-64 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-64 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel® EM64T A-1 Using the Intel® EM64T feature
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    . 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
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    are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the
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    CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to
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    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
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    MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture * R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** When installing total memory of 4 GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operration system may only recognize less than 3 GB. Hence, a total
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    Design: unique stylish heatsink - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Crystal Sound: - AI Noise Filtering ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS Drive Xpert - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS AI Booster utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable
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    1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System panel (Q-connector) 8 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 3.0 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Image-Editing Suite
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    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
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    Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ASUS P5Q
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    cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield) 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; Retail version only) ASUS motherboard Support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5Q 1-1
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    and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB. The Intel® Core™ 2 series processor is one of the most powerful CPUs in the world. This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing process. See page 2-5 for details. Intel® P45 Chipset The Intel® P45 Chipset is
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    motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity. Green ASUS This motherboard pictures without entering Windows at anytime! See page 4-45 for details. The bootup speed depends on system configurations. ASUS P5Q 1-3
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    or other media content. See page 4-28 for details. ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. ASUS EPU-6 Engine The new ASUS EPU-the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new six
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    the beautifully curved fins upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the special thickened bottom design computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS Drive Xpert Without drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert . ASUS P5Q 1-5
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    their favorite settings. See page 3-42 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS. Update your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS
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    ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. ASUS P5Q 1-7
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    1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    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
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    Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.4 System memory 2-11 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-23 2.8 Starting up for the first time 2-37 2.9 Turning off the computer 2-38 ASUS P5Q
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    severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ASUS P5Q 2-1
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    1]) 12. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 14. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 15. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 16. IEEE 1394a port connector (10 21 2-26 2-20 2-27 2-28 2-25 2-35 2-1 2-29 2-30 2-32 2-25 2-31 2-33 2-32 2-33 ASUS P5Q 2-3
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    indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS P5Q 2-5
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    the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (4B). 4B 3 PnP cap Load plate 4A 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    , ensure to wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly. ASUS P5Q 2-7
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    7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. B 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
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    fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. A B A A B 1 B A 1 Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. ASUS P5Q 2-9
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    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 B counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the
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    2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS P5Q 2-11
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    Windows® 32-bit operating system may recognize less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB is recommended. • This motherboard does not support at a higher frequency, see section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • The memory modules may require a better
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    KVR1066D2N7K2/2G VV DS HOCZ2RPR10662GK V P5Q Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) support (Optional) A* B* C* V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV V V V VV VV V VV V VV V VV VV V VV V VV V VV V VV VV V VV V VV V VV VV V VV V VV V VV V VV ASUS P5Q
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    P5Q Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz -25DB97X AET860UD00-25DC08X SLY2128M8-JGE SLZ2128M8-JGE 28V2H8 28VOH8 M2Y1G64TU8HB0B-25C 04701G16CZ5D2A PSD251280081 PSD22GB002 D48001GP3-63BJU D48002GP0-73BCU DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* V VV VV VV V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV
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    P5Q Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667 MHz capability Size 512MB -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 QVL. ASUS P5Q 2-15
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    the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR2 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The
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    unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ASUS P5Q
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    IDE (legacy mode) * These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCI slot 1 shared - - - - - - - PCI slot 2 - shared - - - - - - PCI slot 3 - - shared - - - - - LAN (L1E) - - shared - - - - - SATA (5723
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    blue) This motherboard supports a PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics card that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (blue) PCI Express x1 slot 1 PCI Express x1 slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 1 ASUS P5Q 2-19
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    setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset limitation, AC power off is required
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    to 2.20V • Before you change the jumper settings for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items introduced in 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu first to adjust the desired CPU and Northbridge performance. Make sure , a water-cooling system) to work stably under high voltage settings. ASUS P5Q 2-21
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    default is the Space Bar), clicking the mouse or using a USB device. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. The USBPW56 jumper is for the rear USB ports. 4. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, USBPW7-10
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    Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED port becomes Front Speaker Out. 8. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. ASUS P5Q 2-23
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    9. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. Refer 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
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    connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. ASUS P5Q 2-25
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    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 connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. Single device Two devices Drive jumper setting Cable-Select or Master
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    Windows® XP Service Pack manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. right angle side ASUS P5Q
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    for SATA hard drives only. ATAPI device is not supported. • Before using the Drive Xpert function, ensure SATA_E2 (white, port 1) connector on the motherboard. Super Speed erases all original data in both ASUS Drive Xpert for detailed application instructions. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    . Doing so will damage the motherboard! If your chassis suppots front panel USB ports, you can attach a front panel USB cable to these connectors. Connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard. ASUS P5Q 2-29
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    module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can attach a FireWire/1394 cable to this connector if your chassis suppots the front panel IEEE1394 port. Connect the 1394 cable to
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    to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1-2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 9. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) This
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    removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default , the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin
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    for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you make sure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is set to [HD Audio]. If you want to
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    become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details
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    you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than
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    a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS Q-Connector. 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front
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    beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. ASUS P5Q
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    computer 2.9.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista™: 1. Click the Start button then select ShutDown. 2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. Click the Turn Off
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    This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup Chapter 3: BIOS se3tup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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    Chapter summary 3 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3 Main menu 3-12 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-17 3.5 Advanced menu 3-24 3.6 Power menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-44 ASUS P5Q
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    or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. ASUS P5Q 3-1
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    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
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    > 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 P5Q.ROM complete the update process. P5Q ASUS P5Q 3-3
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    Floppy Drive icon. d. Click File from the menu, then select Format. A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format options field, then click Start. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 3-4 Chapter
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    the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • This function can support devices such as USB flash disk, or floppy disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS P5Q
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    to file...... ok A:\> The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable
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    NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive. A:\>afudos /iP5Q.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11
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    ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD or the USB flash disk that contains the updated
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    program This motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted
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    Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot General help Tools Exit System Time System Date has the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For
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    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. 3.2.5 Sub-menu items System screen is a brief description of the selected item. Pop-up window Scroll bar ASUS P5Q 3-11
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    menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language [10:55:25] [Mon 05/12/2008] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [English] SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4
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    device. Select a device item then press to display the SATA device information. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY SATA 1 Device :Hard Disk Vendor :WDC WD800JD-00LSA0 Size :80.0GB LBA Mode :Supported Block Mode:16Sectors PIO Mode :4 Async DMA :MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA :Ultra DMA-5 SMART
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    configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID] [AHCI] The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that Host Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if the device is accessed through BIOS. Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Selects the Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology. Configration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q 3-15
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    3.3.8 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY BIOS Information Version : 0204 Build Date: 05/06/08 Processor Type : Intel(R) CPU 3.60GHz Speed : 3600MHz Count : 2
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    and memory modules you install on the motherboard. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock : Manual Auto Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Loads the optimal settings for the system. ASUS P5Q 3-17
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    following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual]. FSB Frequency [XXX] Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the bus and PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the and keys to adjust the FSB frequency. You can also
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    the DRAM Timing Control item to [Manual]. • The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. 1st Information: 5-5-5-15-3-36-5-3 to READ Delay(D) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] ASUS P5Q 3-19
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    [Light] or [Lighter] to enhance DRAM compatibility, or [Strong] or [Stronger] to accelerate DRAM performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Lighter] [Light] [Moderate] [Strong] [Stronger] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    [Auto] [Manual] The following sub-items appear only when you set the Ai Transaction Booster item to [Manual]. Common Performance of the CPU Voltage item is supported only if the OV_CPU jumper is enabled, otherwise the maximum voltage supported is [1.70000V]. See 2. CPU is installed. ASUS P5Q 3-21
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    0.02V interval. • The value [2.20V] of the NB Voltage item is supported only if the OV_NB jumper is enabled, otherwise the maximum voltage supported is [1.76V]. See 2. CPU / Northbridge overvoltage setting on page 2-21 for range from 1.50V to 1.80V with a 0.10V interval. 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    options: [Auto] [Disabled] 3.4.20 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS P5Q 3-23
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    the system to malfunction. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot TPM Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard this motherboard. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced TPM Configuration TCG/TPM SUPPORT [NO] Enable/Disable TPM TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2) supp in BIOS TCG/TPM SUPPORT [YES
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    Configuration menu will change into the following one. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced TPM Configuration Execute TPM Command TPM Enable/Disable Value :18 CPUID :F64 Ratio CMOS Setting [Auto] C1E Support [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Intel(R) Virtualization Tech ASUS P5Q 3-25
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    ] Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) controlled by the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] ASUS P5Q 3-27
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    3.5.4 Onboard Devices Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Onboard Devices Configuration High AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] SPDIF_OUT Mode Setting [SPDIF Output] Set to [
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    options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration USB Devices Enabled: None USB Functions USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Mode BIOS EHCI Hand-off Legacy USB Support [Enabled enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5Q 3-29
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    mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] 3.5.6 PCIPnP you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in
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    press to display the configuration options. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Suspend Mode [Auto] Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Tools Exit Select the ACPI state
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    3.6.5 APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power On By RTC Alarm Power On By External Modems Power On By PCI Devices Power On By PCIE Devices Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled
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    ] [Enabled] 3.6.6 Hardware Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature MB Temperature motherboard, the field shows [N/A]. CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q-fan control feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q
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    . Configuration options: [Standard] [Silent] [Turbo] Power Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the power fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows [N/A]. CPU Voltage
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    an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Device options: [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] ASUS P5Q 3-35
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    F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled
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    then press to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User then press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC
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    Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always
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    ] [Mode Change] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS format Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data ASUS O.C. Profile AI Net 2 [Enabled] [10 Seconds] [No] Select Screen Select Item +- Change
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    in the SATA_E1 (orange, port 0) and SATA_E2 (white, port 1) connectors on the motherboard and press the key. Update To EZ Backup [Press Enter] This item allows you to use EZ Backup function. hard disk to the SATA_E1 (orange, port 0) connector on the motherboard. 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    time the system waits at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Select [Prompt User] to stay at the data. Configuration options: [No] [Reset] When setting this item to [Reset], make sure to save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data will ASUS P5Q 3-41
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    [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [ESC] Exit • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk or a floppy disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! Chapter
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    2 Advanced AI NET 2 Pair Status Length BIOS SETUP UTILITY Check Atheros LAN cable [Disabled] Check Atheros LAN cable during POST. Select Screen Select Item +- Change Option of the LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q 3-43
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    for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make
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    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 4 Software support
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    Chapter summary 4 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.3 Software information 4-9 4.4 RAID configurations 4-55 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-64 ASUS P5Q
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    that you install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 4.2 Support DVD information The support DVD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can
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    Atheros L1e Gigabit Ethernet Driver Installs the Atheros L1e Gigabit Ethernet driver. Marvell 61xx SATA Driver Installs the Marvell® 61xx SATA driver. ASUS EPU-Six Engine Installs the ASUS EPU-6 Engine driver and utility. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver. 4-2 Chapter 4: Software support
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    for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS P5Q
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    alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS AI Suite The ASUS AI Suite is an innovative application to do overclocking, fan control, power saving and quiet thermal control. ASUS AI Direct Link The ASUS AI Direct Link provides up
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    menu contains items to create the Intel ICH10R or Marvell® 61xx driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32bit RAID/AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH10R 32 bit RAID/AHCI driver disk. Intel ICH10R 64bit RAID/AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH10R 64 bit RAID/AHCI driver disk. ASUS P5Q 4-5
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    the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 4.2.6 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. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
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    give additional 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 P5Q 4-7
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    Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD in text format. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support
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    during the Power‑On‑Self-Tests (POST). The ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the support DVD. See section 4.2.3 Utilities menu for details. • Before using the ASUS MyLogo2™, use the AFUDOS utility to make a copy of your original BIOS file, or
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    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. 4-10 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Run button on the Virtual Cable Tester™ main window is disabled if no problem is detected on the LAN cable(s) connected to the LAN port(s). • If you want the system to check the status of the LAN cable before entering the OS, enable the item Post Check LAN Cable in the BIOS Setup. ASUS P5Q 4-11
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    computer, browse the contents of the support DVD 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
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    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 the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS P5Q 4-13
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    position of the monitor panels in the desktop, click the arrow down button of the Scheme options, then select another position from the list box. the monitor panel by clicking the or buttons. You can also adjust the threshold values using the Config window. You cannot adjust the sensor threshold
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    WMI browser Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. This browser displays various Windows® management information. Click an item from and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS P5Q 4-15
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    provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to display available information. Usage The . The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software
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    memory. Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window has two tabs: Sensor/Threshold and Preference. The Sensor/ Threshold tab enables you to activate ignores your changes Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration ASUS P5Q 4-17
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    AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch EPU-6 Engine, AI Booster, AI Nap, and Fan Xpert utilities easily. Installing AI Suite To install AI Suite on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature
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    the main window to open the monitor window. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. ASUS P5Q 4-19
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    Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the AI Nap button on the AI Suite main window. Click Yes on the confirmation screen. To exit AI Nap mode, press the system power or mouse button then click Yes on
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    cool environment. Install AI Suite from the bundled support DVD. To launch the ASUS Fan Xpert utility, double-click the AI Suite icon on the Windows® notification bar and click the Fan Xpert button on the AI Suite main window. Click the dropdown list button and display the fan types. Select CPU Fan
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    . • Silent: This mode minimizes fan speed for quiet fan operation. • Turbo: This mode boosts the fan to achieve maximal fan speed for the best For Chassis Fan, only Disable/Standard/Silent/Turbo modes could be selected. Click to close the Calibration window Click to get the calibration between the
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    ® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the AI Suite main window. The options on the taskbar allow you
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    on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab and then click ASUS EPU-6 Engine. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching 6 Engine Launch
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    Auto Mode Runs calibration Exits the utility Turbo Mode High Performance Mode Medium Power Saving Mode Max. Power Saving Mode Displays the system properties you click the Renew button . *• Click Total to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you launched 6 Engine. ASUS P5Q 4-25
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    drives when they are not accessed after a certain time. • CPU Loadline: Sets up the CPU loadline to manage CPU power saving. • Light: Saves CPU power to the minimum level. • Medium: Saves CPU power to the medium level. • Heavy: Saves CPU power to the highest level. 4-26 Chapter 4: Software support
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    for the configuration options in each mode. Configuration Turbo Mode options CPU Frequency vCore Voltage Downgrade Chipset Bios Setting/Slow Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours Light/Medium/ Heavy Keep Bios Setting/Quiet Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours ASUS P5Q
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    ASUS product) using a network cable, and then install the utility to both computers to avail the AI Direct Link feature. • Turn off your firewall software other than Windows Windows XP Home edition users, click Steps of enabling file sharing on this pop-up message and follow the instructions support
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    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 Connect. The password. Click OK to log in and have full access to this shared folder. ASUS P5Q 4-29
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    installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is options Control settings window Realtek HD Audio Manager Exit button Minimize button Information button 4-30 Chapter 4: Software support
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    driver version, DirectX version, audio controller, audio codec, and language setting. Minimize Click the minimize button ( ) to minimize the window. Exit Click the exit button Manager, click the Sound Effect tab. 2. Click the shortcut buttons or the drop-down menus for options on changing the
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    click the Mixer tab. 2. Turn the volume buttons to adjust the Playback and/or Record volume. you get the desired levels. Click the next button ( ) to display more menu options. 4. select the channel configuration. 3. The control settings window displays the status of connected devices. Click for
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    Suppression option button to reduce the static background noise when recording. 3. Click the Acoustic Echo Cancellation option button to reduce HD Audio Manager, click the 3D Audio Demo tab. 2. Click the option buttons to change the sound, moving path, or environment settings. 3. Click to test
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    and SATA_E2 (white, port 1) connectors on the motherboard do not support ATAPI devices and hot-plug function. Launching Drive Xpert in Windows® OS After installing Drive Xpert from the bundled support DVD, double-click the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows® notification area. The main screen as shown
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    on the motherboard will be erased. Click Ok to continue. 4. The setup is completed. Click Ok to restart your computer at once. 5. After restarting your computer, the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows® notification area turns green to indicate that EZ Backup is set up successfully. ASUS P5Q 4-35
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    continue. 4. The setup is completed. Click Ok to restart your computer at once. 5. After restarting your computer, the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows® notification area turns green to indicate that Super Speed is set up successfully. If one hard disk is corrupt, all data in both hard disks will be
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    Mode, connect the hard disk to the SATA_E1 (orange, port 0) connector on the motherboard. To change to Normal Mode: 1. Click Mode Change to return to the main the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows® notification area turns gray to indicate that the Drive Xpert function is disabled. ASUS P5Q 4-37
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    partition volumes: 1. Right-click My Computer on the Windows® desktop, and then select Manage from the pop-up window. 2. Select Disk Management. Right-click the unallocated Wizard screen appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the volume partition. 4-38 Chapter 4: Software support
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    buttons Click to open the Schedule Drive Verify window Click to open the Event Log list Click to open the Setup Password window Click to open the Firmware Update window Click to open the Help menu Click to hide the setup window Displays the date and time for the setup schedule. ASUS P5Q 4-39
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    Event Log Displays event log list that might be helpful for troubleshooting and locating a system malfunction. Click Refresh to update the event log list; and click Ok to close the window. Setup Password Allows you to set the password for configuration access. Key in the user name and password.
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    . Follow below instructions to complete the motherboard. Restart the system, and launch the Express Gate. Launching Drive Xpert To open the ASUS Utility panel, click . Launch Drive Xpert from the ASUS Utility motherboard. • Super Speed erases all original data in both hard disks. ASUS P5Q 4-41
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    Backup from the main screen. 2. Check if the SATA cables and power cords are installed properly. Click Next to continue. 3. Click Next to in the hard disk connected to the SATA_E2 (white, port 1) connector on the motherboard. Otherwise, the system erases all data in the port 1 hard disk. Click Next
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    Speed configuration: 1. Click Super Speed from the main screen. 2. Check if the SATA cables and power cords are installed properly. Click Next to continue. 3. Click Next to continue the configuration. 4. continue. 5. The setup is completed. Click OK to close the configuration window. ASUS P5Q 4-43
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    Reset User Data [Enabled] [10 Seconds] [No] ASUS O.C. Profile AI Net 2 Tools Exit Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support and SATA_E2 (white, port 1) connectors on the motherboard and press the key. Update To EZ Backup [Press Enter] This item
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    . The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Express Gate Installer. 3. Select the language for installation and click OK. 4. The InstallShield Wizard for Express Gate appears. Click Next to continue. ASUS P5Q 4-45
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    instructions to complete installation. The First Screen Express Gate's first screen appears within a few seconds after you power to your installed OS such as Windows), enter BIOS setup, or power off. If you don't make ), a first time wizard will guide you through basic Express Gate configurations
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    -off Continue to boot OS Enter BIOS setup Enter Boot selection pop-up In the Express Gate Environment: Key + + + + + Function Switch between softwares Bring up Power-Off dialog box Save screen snapshot as picture to file ASUS P5Q 4-47
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    on your computer. • The number of the LAN ports may differ from motherboards. • You can connect the LAN cable to either port, and Express Gate browser (Bookmarks, Cookies, History, etc.). The user data will be reset to the original default configuration. After you click Restore System, a support
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    on a USB drive. If a USB device is detected, the icon contains a green arrow. ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drive and downloading to USB drives only. Shows network status; click to configure network. Shows mute status; click to change volume. ASUS P5Q 4-49
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    to show the "ASUS Utility" panel. Click to show "About Express Gate ". Click to open Express Gate Help. Click to bring up power options window to boot to OS, restart or power down. This window is also shown Open the Configuration Panel. Open Configuration Panel 4-50 Chapter 4: Software support
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    " button to detect the change. • The most common scenario is for your computer to automatically obtain network settings (i.e. DHCP). If this is the case, you don't need to click Setup for any LAN port. If this is not the case, click Setup to configure the static IP settings manually. ASUS P5Q
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    image folder(s) found in your hard drive or external devices Shows usercreated image album(s) View mode selection Image control bar ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to motherboard chipsetcontrolled onboard SATA ports only. All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT
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    drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data on their hard drives or enhance hard drive performances without the hassles of complicated configurations. To start ASUS Drive Xpert application 1. Open the ASUS Utility panel. Open ASUS Utility
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    Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Enabled] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS format Updating Express Gate You may update your
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    RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the selected hard disk drive. Refer to section 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk for details. ASUS P5Q
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    in BIOS You must set the RAID item in the BIOS Setup before you can create a RAID set(s). To do this: 1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. BIOS Setup. Refer to the system or the motherboard user guide for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. 4-56 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Turn on the system. 3. During POST, press to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 2. Delete
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    Creating a RAID 0 set (striped) To create a RAID 0 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel . A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection. 4-58 Chapter 4: Software support
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    to create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the Create Volume menu. ASUS P5Q 4-59
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    Creating a RAID 1 set (mirrored) To create a RAID 1 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix RAID volume and return to main menu or to go back to Create Volume menu. 4-60 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Creating a RAID 10 set (RAID 0+1) To create a RAID 10 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) capacity that you want and press . The default value indicates the maximum capacity allowed. ASUS P5Q 4-61
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    Create Volume menu. Creating a RAID 5 set (parity) To create a RAID 5 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager select RAID 5(Parity), and then press . 4-62 Chapter 4: Software support
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    to create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or to go back to the Create Volume menu. ASUS P5Q 4-63
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    into the floppy drive then press . 9. Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®: 1. Start Windows®. 2. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 3. Go to the Make disk
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    RAID driver in Windows® Vista: 1. Insert the floppy disk/USB device with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive/USB port. 2. During the OS installation, select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH10R). 3. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. ASUS P5Q 4-65
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    CPU featAures The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports.
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    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 P5Q
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    . A.2.1 System requirements Before using EIST, check your system if it meets the following requirements: • Intel® processor with EIST support • BIOS file with EIST support • Operating system with EIST support (Windows® Vista, Windows® XP SP2 / Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions) ASUS P5Q A-1
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    changes and exit the BIOS setup. 5. After the computer restarts, right click on a blank space on the desktop, then select Properties from the pop-up menu. 6. When the Display Properties window appears, click the Screen Saver tab. 7. Click the Power button on the Monitor power section to open the
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    Technology. 2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is set to [Enabled]. The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper­ ‑Threading Technology. 3. Restart the computer. ASUS P5Q A-3
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    A-4 Appendix: CPU features
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