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    P5Q3 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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    Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-5 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 2-8 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 2-9 2.4 System memory 2-10 2.4.1 Overview 2-10 2.4.2 Memory configurations 2-11 2.4.3 Installing a DDR3 DIMM 2-15 2.4.4 Removing a DDR3 DIMM 2-15
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    3-11 3.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in 3-11 3.3.4 Language [English 3-11 3.3.5 SATA 1-6 3-12 3.3.6 Storage Configuration 3-13 3.3.7 AHCI Configuration 3-14 3.3.8 System Information 3-15 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-16 3.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 3-16 3.4.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto 3-17 iv
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    Advanced menu 3-23 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-23 3.5.2 Chipset 3-25 3.5.3 Onboard Device Configuration 3-26 3.5.4 USB Configuration 3-28 3.5.5 PCIPnP 3-29 3.6 Power menu 3-30 3.6.1 Suspend Mode [Auto 3-30 3.6.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled 3-30 3.6.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled 3-30 3.6.5 APM
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    3-34 3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-35 3.7.3 Security 3-36 3.8 Tools menu 3-38 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-38 3.8.2 Drive Xpert Configuration 3-39 3.8.3 Express Gate 3-40 3.8.4 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-41 3.8.5 AI NET 2 3-42 3.9 Exit menu 3-43 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an
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    energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
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    sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or
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    and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware
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    the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    -Core CPU * This motherboard isdesigned with VRD11.1 power phase, and cannot be compatible with VRD10 designed CPU. Please refer to www.asus.com for "CPU support list". * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P45 / ICH10R 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 1800
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    P5Q3 specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ASUS Unique Features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features VIA6308 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports Max. 12 USB2.0/1.1 ports(6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel) ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - ASUS 8-phase
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    in 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connectors System Panel (Q-Connector) 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 2.0 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-virus
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    xiv
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    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 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 P5Q3
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    Application CD Documentation ASUS P5Q3 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cable for 2 devices 4 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield) 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, system panel; Retail version only) ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of
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    the most powerful CPUs in the world. This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing process. Intel® P45 Chipset The Intel® P45 Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support 16GB of dualchannel DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory architecture, 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB (Front Side
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    . What's more, the user-friendly picture manager lets you view your pictures without entering Windows at anytime! The actual boot time depends on the system configuration. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification
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    . With auto phase switching for components (which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, drives and system fan), the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking - helping save power and money. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    press a key. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS 8-Phase Power Design life. ASUS has devoted special efforts to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most notably in the following areas: CPU,
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    components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. Drive Xpert Without 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. With
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    to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due
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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 layout 2-2 2.3 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.4 System memory 2-10 2.5 Expansion slots 2-16 2.6 Jumper 2-19 2.7 Connectors 2-22 2.8 Starting up for the first time 2-36 2.7 Turning off the computer 2-37 ASUS P5Q3
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    before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the you install or remove any component, ensurethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ASUS P5Q3 2-
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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- Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 4. LGA775 CPU socket 5. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-2, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 6. DDR3 DIMM slots 7. CPU / Northbridge overvoltage setting RTC RAM connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT for ASUS HDMI VGA card) 22.
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    indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place six (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 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left. ASUS P5Q3
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    to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. Retention tab A B Load lever 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (4B). 4B 3 PnP cap Load plate 4A 5. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the
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    exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will 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 P5Q3
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    thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in
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    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 motherboard. A B A A B B A 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P5Q3 2-
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    2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware
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    the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendormarked or at a higher frequency, see section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • The memory modules may require a better cooling system to work stably under full loading (4 DIMMs) or overclocking setting. ASUS P5Q3 2-11
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    P5Q3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 A 7 AENEON DS A-DATA J5308BASE-AE-E-S N/A ELPIDA DS CORSAIR Heat-Sink Package 7 N/A DS Crucial Z9HWQ 7 MICRON SS /2G MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1 MT16JTF25664AY-1G1D1 IMSH1GU03A1F1C-10F DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* VV VV VVV VVV
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    P5Q3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. 1024MB Kit of 2) 2048MB(Kit of 2) 2048MB(Kit of 2) 4096MB(Kit of 2) CORSAIR Heat-Sink Package CORSAIR Corsair crucial crucial G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package
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    slot for better overclocking capability. • The O.C. mode is not guaranteed. It depends on whole system configuration and other parameters. For the setting, memory may need a external cooling device, such as fan, to work stably under high frequency/ voltage setting. Visit the ASUS website for the
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    severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Unlock a DDR3 DIMM socket by pressing the break on the socket. 1 2 DDR3 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DDR3 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR3 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers
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    that they support. Make motherboard configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers
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    PCI steering* PS/2 compatible mouse port* Numeric 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 - - - - SATA controller 1 - - shared - - - - - SATA controller 2 - - - shared - - - - ASUS P5Q3 2-17
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    other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the
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    need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset limitation, AC power
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    . Make sure your system function well under the highest BIOS voltage settings before you change the setting of these two jumpers. • Refer to 3.4 Ai Tweaker for more information about CPU and Northbridge overvoltage settings. • DO NOT set the OV_CPU jumper to pins 1-2 when you install a new
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    ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. 4. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, PS2_USBPW56, USBPW7-10, USBPW1112) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU condition or in sleep mode. ASUS P5Q3 2-21
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    connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 6. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. 7. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 8. Line Out port (lime
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    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 external SATA port supports external Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s devices. Longer cables support higher power ASUS P5Q3 2-23
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    2.7.2 Internal connectors 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. Pin 5 on the
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    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 If any device jumper is set as "Cable-Select," make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS P5Q3 2-25
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    SATA as item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 3.3.6 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4.3 Intel RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA
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    port 0) and SATA_E2 (white, port 1) ports are for SATA hard drives only. ATAPI device is not supported. • EZ Backup & Sper Speed may erase all original data in both hard disks. Before using the hard disk drives. Refer to 4.3.10 ASUS Drive Xpert for detailed application instructions. ASUS P5Q3 2-27
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    that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. 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-
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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! This module should be purchased seperately. ASUS P5Q3 2-29
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    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-FAN 1-2 connectors support the ASUS Q-Fan feature. • If you install two or more VGA cards, we recommend
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    . 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). The S/PDIF Out cable are purchased separately. ASUS P5Q3 2-31
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    audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, make sure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is set ASUS TPM module ONLY. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware
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    These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The EATX12V connector. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details
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    PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while
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    a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS QConnector. 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front
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    systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory
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    power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Click the Start computer. 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 2.9.2 Using the dual function power switch depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four
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    2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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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 3-17 3.5 Advanced menu 3-23 3.6 Power menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-43 ASUS P5Q3
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    DVD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities
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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 complete the update process. P5Q3.ROM P5Q3 ASUS P5Q3 3-3
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    To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Save the BIOS file BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • This function can support
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    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 floppy disk. ASUS P5Q3 3-5
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    need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt. 2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable floppy utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iP5Q3.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
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    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 DVD or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS
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    a programmable firmware 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 to "Run Setup." This section explains how to configure your
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    For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting
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    the value of a field, select it then press to display a list of options. Refer to 3.2.7 Pop-up window. 3.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 3.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right
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    [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] 3.3.4 Language [English] Allows you to select the display language for the BIOS setup screen. Configuration options: [Chinese(BIG5)] [Chinese(GB)] [English] ASUS P5Q3 3-11
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    Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration
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    Out (Sec) [35] Options Disabled Compatible Enhanced SATA Configuration [Enhanced] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible] [Enhanced] Configure SATA as [IDE] Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID] [AHCI
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    [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 3.3.7 AHCI Configuration This menu is the section for AHCI configuration. It appears only when you set the item Configure SATA as from the sub-menu of SATA Configuration to [AHCI]. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY AHCI Settings AHCI CD/DVD Boot Time out [35] Some SATA CD
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    Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Bios Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS P5Q3 3-15
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    of the following items vary depending on the CPU and memory modules you install on the motherboard. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] FSB Strap to North Bridge
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    ] [DDR3-533 MHz] [DDR3-602 MHz] [DDR3-640 MHz] [DDR3-667 MHz] [DDR3-800 MHz] The DRAM Frequency configuration options vary with the FSB Frequency item settings. Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. ASUS P5Q3
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    Timing Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] • The following sub-items apprear only when you set 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: 4-4-4-15
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    Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] ALL PRE to REF Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] 3.4.6 DRAM Static Read Control [Auto] Adjusting this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q3 3-19
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    options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.4.9 MEM. OC Charger Allows you to enable or disable the memory overclocking charger feature. Setting this item to [Enabled] may help enhance DRAM overclock ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.4.10 Ai Clock Twister [Auto] Allows you to
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    interval. 3.4.13 • Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. Setting a high VCore voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low VCore voltage may make the system unstable. • The value [2.10000V] of the CPU Voltage item is supported only if the OV_CPU jumper
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    Allows you to select the CPU Load-Line mode. Set to [Disabled] to follow Intel specifications, or to [Enabled] to improve CPU VDroop directly. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.4.21 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI
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    detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU settings Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU @ 3.00GHz Frequency :3.01GHz FSB Speed :1340 MHz Cache L1 :64 KB Cache L2
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    : [Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU TM function [Enabled] This function enables the overheated
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    ] [Enabled] Memory Hole [Disabled] Allows you to set the memory hole mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [15MB-16MB] Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] ASUS P5Q3 3-25
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    Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Onboard Device Configuration High Definition Audio Front Panel Type SPDIF_OUT Mode Setting the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] SPDIF_OUT Mode Setting [SPDIF Output] Allows you to set the SPDIF output mode.
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    VIA Firewire 1394 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] ASUS P5Q3 3-27
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    you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] The USB 2.0 Controller Mode item appears only when you enable the USB 2.0 Controller. BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled] Allows you to enable the support for operating systems
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    , Inc. Plug And Play O/S [No] When set to [NO], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [YES] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS P5Q3 3-29
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    enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power APM Configuration configurable with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By External Modems [Disabled] This allows either settings up from S5 by PCI devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PCIE Devices
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    /2 Mouse function or set the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.6 Hardware Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature MB Temperature
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    performance level of the ASUS Q-Fan. When set to [Standard], the CPU fan automatically adjusts depending on the CPU temperature. Set this item to [Silent] to minimize fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation, or [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. Configuration options: [Standard] [Silent] [Turbo
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    then press to display the sub-menu. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Boot Settings Configuration Security A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B: ) may appear when
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    or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup Num-Lock [On
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    settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set
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    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] ASUS P5Q3 3-37
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    Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Drive Xpert Control Drive Xpert Mode Update Update To Super Speed Update To EZ Backup Update To Normal Mode [Auto] [Current Setting] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS
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    . Update To Normal Mode [Press Enter] Allows you to use the SATA_E1 (orange, port 0) and SATA_E2 (white, port 1) connectors as normal SATA connectors. When using one hard disk in Normal Mode, connect the hard disk to the SATA_E1 (orange, port 0) connector on the motherboard. ASUS P5Q3 3-39
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    browser and Skype. Refer to section 4.3.11 ASUS Express GATE for details. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User
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    /Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [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! ASUS P5Q3 3-41
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    -2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Check Realtek LAN Cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window , the BIOS asks for confirmation window appears. Select Ok
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    3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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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 4-34 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-42 ASUS P5Q3
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    • Make sure that you install the Windows® XP Service Pack2 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
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    the Intel® chipset Inf update program. Realtek® RTL8111B/C 10/100/1000M LAN Driver Installs the Realtek® RTL8111B/C 10/100/1000M LAN Driver. Realtek® Audio Driver Installs the Realtek® Audio Driver. ASUS EPU-6 Engine Installs the ASUS EPU-6 Engine driver and utility. JMicron JMB363 Controller
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    update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems
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    to do overclocking, fan control, power saving and quiet thermal control. Adobe® Acrobat Reader 8 Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The
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    /Vista RAID Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH10R 64bit XP/Vista RAID driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32 bit XP AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH10R 32bit XP AHCI driver disk. Intel ICH10R 64 bit XP AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH10R 64bit XP AHCI driver disk. ASUS P5Q3 4-5
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    4.2.5 Manual menu The Manual 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. 4.2.6 ASUS
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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 P5Q3 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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    BIOS item Full Screen Logo is set to [Enabled] if you wish to use ASUS MyLogo. See section 3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration. • You can create your own boot logo image in GIF, JPG, or BMP file formats. To launch the ASUS MyLogo™: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility. Refer to section 3.1.1 ASUS Update
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    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.
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    problems, and pair skew problems of up to 64 ns at one meter accuracy. The VCT feature reduces networking and support 1. Launch the VCT utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All on the Virtual Cable Tester™ main window is disabled if no problem is detected on the LAN cable(s)
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    .exe file to start installation. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching PC Probe II You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop. To launch the PC Probe II from the
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    Button Function Opens the Configuration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference
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    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
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    Large display WMI browser Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. This browser displays various Windows® management information. Click an item from the left panel plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS P5Q3 4-15
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    . 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 graph representation. If the CPU has an enabled Hyper­‑Threading, two separate line graphs
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    memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available physical memory. 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 P5Q3 4-17
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    Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard Configuration option tabs advanced settings Connector settings Control settings window Analog and digital connector status Information button Information Click the Information button ( ) to display information about the audio driver
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    area to configure your audio settings. The Configuration options shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. In the Windows Vista™ the default audio output format. 8. Click OK to effect the Speakers settings and exit. ASUS P5Q3 4-19
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    Format sub-tab for options on changing the default audio input format. 4. Click OK to effect the Microphone settings and exit. B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Exit button Minimize button Information button 4-20 Chapter 4: Software
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    driver version, DirectX version, audio controller, audio codec, and language setting. Configuration options Click any of the tabs in this area to configure your audio settings. Sound Effect To set to display more menu options. 4. Click OK to effect the Mixer settings and exit. ASUS P5Q3 4-21
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    the drop-down menu to select the channel configuration. 3. The control settings window displays the status of connected devices. Click for analog and digital options. 4. Click OK to effect the Audio I/O settings and exit Microphone To set the Microphone options 1. Click the Microphone tab. 2. Click
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    support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite. 3. Follow the screen instructions Engine Press to launch AI Booster ASUS P5Q3 Press to launch AI Nap Press to launch Fan Xpert 4-23
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    buttons Click on right corner of 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
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    ASUS AI Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support the item to switch the function back. ASUS P5Q3 4-25
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    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 or Chassis Fan. Click
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    temperature exceeds 70ºC. • User: This mode allows you to change the CPU fan profile under certain limitation. For Chassis Fan, only Disable/Standard/Silent/Turbo modes could be selected. Click to close the Calibration window ASUS P5Q3 Click to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan
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    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 to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. 4-28 Chapter 4: Software
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    status. You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Installing EPU-6 Engine To install EPU-6 Engine on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled
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    EPU-6 Engine main menu Displays CPU Power and Total CPU Energy Saving Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is Max. Power Saving Mode Displays �th��e�s��y�s�t�e�m� properties of each mode Advanced settings for each mode (refer to the next page for further information)
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    Click to apply Click to abort settings settings Configuration options in Advanced settings menu The following lists the configuration options and their definitions in Advanced settings menu. • CPU Frequency: Raises or lowers CPU frequency to a certain percentage. • vCore Voltage Downgrade
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    configuration options in each mode. Configuration Turbo Mode options C P U Overclocking Frequency +1% to +30% vCore Voltage N/A Downgrade C h i p s e t N/A Voltage Downgrade T u r n O f f Never/After 3 hard disks mins-After 5 hours CPU Heavy Keep Bios Setting/Slow Never/After 3 mins-
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    Windows XP Home edition users, click Steps of enabling file sharing on this pop-up message and follow the instructions set a username and password. 3. Click OK and the "Ready for incoming" message appears. To disable the incoming folder, select Incoming folder > Disable incoming folder. ASUS P5Q3
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    is valid for ASUS products only. 1. From the Windows® taskbar, right click on the AI Direct Link icon and select Connect. The following screen displays. 2. Click Refresh. The software starts searching for the connected computer. 3. The name of the computer found is listed
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    -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® desktop. Before using the Drive Xpert function, ensure that you have installed the JMicron JMB363 driver in the system. ASUS P5Q3 4-35
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    change. If you forgot the password, you have to do mode change in BIOS setup environment. Click to set up password 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the configuration. 5. The Drive Xpert icon on the Windows® notification area turns green to indicate that EZ Backup / Super Speed is
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    list that might be helpful for troubleshooting and locating a system malfunction. Partitioning volumes You have to partition volumes for the hard disk after Super Speed configuration initialize the disk first. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the volume partition. ASUS P5Q3 4-37
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    Gate to the motherboard. Restart the system, and launch the Express Gate. Launching Drive Xpert 1. Click to launch the ASUS Utility Panel. Launch ASUS Utility Panel 2. Launch Drive Xpert from the ASUS Utility Panel. Refer to pages 4-36 and 4-37 for Drive Xpert configuration. • EZ Backup / Super
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    start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate softwares. Installing ASUS Express Gate • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs in IDE mode only. • ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to motherboard chipset- controlled onboard SATA ports only. All onboard extended SATA ports
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    Next to continue. 6. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. The First Screen Express normally (e.g. to your installed OS such as Windows), enter BIOS setup, or power off. If you don will guide you through basic Express Gate configurations. Basic configurations include language
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    windows. Bring a window to the foreground by clicking within size a window by dragging any of its four corners. Move a window by Gate hot-keys Here is a list of common-used hot-keys DEL F8 Function Power-off Continue to boot OS Enter BIOS setup Enter Boot selection pop-up In the Express Gate
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    the LAN ports may differ from motherboards. • You can connect the settings, as well as any personal information stored by the web browser (Bookmarks, Cookies, History, etc.). The user data will be reset to the original default configuration settings. This is also useful in the rare case where settings
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    world. Opens Configuration Panel, which lets you specify network settings and other 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 P5Q3
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    "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 check the following: 1. Open the Configuration Panel. Open Configuration Panel 4-44 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 P5Q3 4-45
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    in your hard drive or external devices Shows usercreated image album(s) Photo slideshow Help 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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    Using ASUS Drive Xpert Without 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
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    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 existing Express Gate
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    configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports drive. This RAID configuration provides data protection configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations created RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support DVD to
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    connector on each drive. 4.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel® Matrix Storage configurations for Serial ATA hard disks drives through the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge chip. Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must set the RAID item in the
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    RAID 10 (RAID 0+1), and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. To enter the Intel® menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly
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    Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [Enter]-Select 2. Enter a name for the RAID 0 set and press . 3. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the , press to select the hard disk drives to configure as RAID. The following screen appears. Port Drive Model 0 52 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 P5Q3 4-53
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    or less. [↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [Enter]-Select 2. Enter a name for the RAID 1 set and press . 3. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the up/down arrow key to select RAID main menu or to go back to Create Volume menu. 4-54 Chapter 4: Software support
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    or less. [↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [Enter]-Select 2. Enter a name for the RAID 10 set and press . 3. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the up/down arrow key to select press . The default value indicates the maximum capacity allowed. ASUS P5Q3 4-55
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    go back to the 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 ]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [Enter]-Select 2. Enter a name for the RAID 5 set and press . 3. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the up
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    highlighted, press to select the hard disk drives to configure as RAID. The following screen appears. Port Drive Model 0 5. Use the up/down arrow key to highlight the drive you want to set, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected Volume menu. ASUS P5Q3 4-57
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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 P5Q3 4-59
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