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    P5W Motherboard
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    , without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND
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    vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5W specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Life features 1-6 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware
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    3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility
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    4.7.1 ASUS Music Alarm 4-43 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-45 4.8 Exit menu 4-46 Chapter 4: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4 Make Disk menu 5-6 5.2.5 Manual
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    5-64 5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-64 Chapter 6: ATI® CrossFire™ technology support 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.1.1 Requirements 6-1 6.1.2 Before you begin 6-1 6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards 6-2 6.3 Software information 6-5 6.3.1 Installing the device drivers 6-5 6.3.2 Using
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    been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. This symbol of
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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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    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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    x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 connector for two devices Note: Do not remove/unplug the External SATA device when running under RAID mode. Silicon Image® 4723 Hardware RAID controller (ASUS EZ-Backup) supports: - 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s with RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration (continued on the next page) xi
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    the rear panel) Supports up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports ASUS EZ Backup™ - 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s support hardware RAID 0 or RAID 1 mode - Plug and play: Default setting in RAID 1 mode requires no driver and no BIOS configuration Stack Cool 2 patented fanless cooling system SATA-On-The-Go external
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    2 ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS MyLogo 2 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x Serial port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x External Serial ATA port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio ports
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    , PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, PXE & RPL WOL by PME,WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Device Drivers Make RAID driver disk for Intel® ICH7R and JMicron® JMB 363 RAID Manuals for Intel® ICH7R, ASUS EZ-Backup, JMicron® JMB 363
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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 P5W
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    line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS Digital Home Accessories • ASUS EZ Backup SATA cables
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    in the digital home and office. See page 2-7 for details. Intel® 65 nm Dual-Core Technology CPU support Dual-core processors 975X/ICH7R chipset The Intel® 975X Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the ICH7R I/O controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. The Intel® 975X supports
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    by optimizing memory access between CPU and system memory. Intel® EM64T The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs with the Intel® EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel® EM64T feature allows your computer to run on 64-bit operating systems and access larger amounts of system
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    asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between computers, peripherals, and consumer electronic devices such as camcorders, VCRs, printers, TVs, and digital cameras. See pages 2-28 and 2-37 for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology through the S/PDIF
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    Multi-RAID solution Onboard RAID controllers provide the motherboard with multiple RAID functionality that allows you to select the best RAID solution using Serial ATA devices. • ASUS EZ-Backup. Enabled by Silicon Image's SiI4723 controller, ASUS EZ‑Backup provides ready-to-go hardware RAID for plug
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    requires no driver or BIOS configuration. ASUS EZ Backup offers plug and play RAID to backup your data instantaneously. Exclusive to ASUS and the first of its kind in the world, EZ Backup allows users to utilize SATA2 technology to build RAID 1 (default) or RAID 0 without requiring any BIOS setup or
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    BIOS 12 for details. 8-Phase Power Design The ASUS 8-Phase Power Design prolongs CPU lifespan and motherboard ideal for overclocking. Fanless Design and Heat-pipe The ASUS ASUS has devoted special efforts to address the thermal issues across the motherboard allowing the motherboard to automatically
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    and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.See page 4-9 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS 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
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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. 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 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-14 2.5 Expansion slots 2-22 2.6 Jumpers 2-26 2.7 Connectors 2-28 ASUS P5W
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    in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P5W ® P5W Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off
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    or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the
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    ASUS Stack Cool 2 The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components by 20ºC. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that critical components generate. ASUS P5W
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    24.5cm (9.6in) LGA775 CPU_FAN Super I/O P5W DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) LAN2_USB12 LAN1_USB34 PRI_IDE AUDIO SATA_RAID1 PWR_FAN2 PWR_FAN1 JMicron JMB363 88E8053 USB910 PCIEX1_1 Intel® MCH 975X PCIEX16_1 88E8053 PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium
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    x16 slots Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2. ASUS EZ-Backup RAID mode selection (RAID_SEL) Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse Speaker Out port (gray) 12. USB 2.0 ports 1,2, 3, and 4 13. External SATA port 14. Optical S/PDIF Out port 15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 16. PS/2
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    [black],) 5. JMicron® JMB363 Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA_RAID1 [red]) 6. ASUS EZ-Backup Serial ATA connectors (7-pin EZ_RAID1 [orange], EZ_RAID2 [orange]) 7. Internal audio connector (4-pin CD) 8. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 9. USB connector (10-1 pin USB56, USB78
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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 P5W 2-
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    2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. P5W ® P5W CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left. 2.
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    a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to B the PWR_FAN1/2 or CHA_FAN1/2 connector to ensure system stability. The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper
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    applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Place the heatsink on top of
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    and fan assembly in B place. A A A B B B A 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN P5W DH DELUXE GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM ® P5W DH DELUXE CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring
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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 counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the
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    .) Narrow end of the groove Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation. ASUS P5W 2-13
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    memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: P5W DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ® P5W 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest Qualified Vendors List. • For
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    space for system devices. We recommend problem, but it will not give users the benefit of manipulating this excess memory space. Visit the ASUS FAQ site for further explanation: http://support.asus asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/4GB_Rev1.pdf http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards memory timing manually. • Due
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    slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. C - Supports two pairs of modules inserted into both the orange and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800 with lower latency Qualified Vendors List
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    (continued on the next page) CL DIMM socket support (Optional • - ••• - •• - ••• - • • - ••• - ••• - • - ••• - ••• - ••• - ••• - •• - • • - •• - ••• - •• - ••• - •• - ••• - ••• - • - ••• - • • - •• - • - - • - - ASUS P5W 2-17
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    slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. C - Supports two pairs of modules inserted into both the orange and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-667 with lower latency Qualified Vendors List
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    support (Optional) A* B* C* - -• • • -• • • - • -• • - - • - • -• • - -• • • -• • • -• • • -• • • - - •• - •• - -• • - -• • • -• • - -• • • - -• • • - • -• • • -• • -• • • - - - - -• • • -• • - • -• • - •• - • -• -• • - - - - - - - ASUS
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    slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. C - Supports two pairs of modules inserted into both the orange and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-533 with lower latency Qualified Vendors List
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    do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when
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    Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support
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    IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCI slot 1 - - - shared - - - Serial ATA - - - - - - - shared IDE - - - - - - shared - HD Audio - - - shared - - - - ASUS P5W 2-23
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    and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a network
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    cards graphics card in CrossFire™ mode* * Install two ATI graphics cards from the same GPU family that support CrossFire™ mode. ** The speed of the primary PCIe x16 slot (PCIEX16_1) changes to x8 mode after you install any device in the secondary PCIe x16 (PCIEX16_2) slot. ASUS P5W 2-25
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    cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! P5W ® P5W
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    mode. Keeping the default setting RAID 1 allows you to build a RAID 1 set without any jumper or BIOS setting. Install the ASUS EZ-Backup Manager utility from the support CD and install two Serial ATA hard disk drives on the EZ_RAID1 and EZ_RAID2 connectors on the motherboard, and you are ready to
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    PS/2 mouse. 2. Serial port. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 3. IEEE 1394a port. The 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 4. LAN1 (RJ-45) port. This Marvell® LAN port allows
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    SATA port. This port connects to an external SATA box or a Serial ATA port multiplier. The external SATA port supports external Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s devices. Longer cables support higher power requirements to deliver signal up to two meters away, and enables improved hot-swap function. ASUS P5W
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    via an optical S/PDIF cable. 15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 16. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. The following items are only for the optional Wireless LAN
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    signal cables. The JMicron® IDE connector supports up to two IDE hard disk drives for easier data storage. P5W P5W ® P5W IDE connector PRI_EIDE PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. This connector does not support ATAPI devices. ASUS P5W 2-31
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    black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. ® P5W PRI_IDE P5W IDE connector • Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed
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    disk drives for each RAID 0 or RAID 1 set. SATA1 SATA3 ® SATA4 P5W SATA connectors Important notes on Serial ATA • You must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0/RAID 1/RAID 5/RAID 10) is
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    Serial ATA RAID configurations. P5W GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND SATA_RAID1 ® P5W SATA RAID connector The JMicron® JMB363 Controller item in the BIOS is set to [Basic] by default, allowing you to enable the hot-plug function for the external device. Set to [Raid] to use
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    disk drive on EZ_RAID1. See section "5.4.5 Cross-RAID configuration for details. 7. Internal audio connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from a CD-ROM. ® CD P5W Internal audio connector P5W Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel ASUS P5W 2-35
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    module to this connector to avail the motherboard high‑definition audio capability. • By default, this connector is set to HD Audio. If you want to connect a legacy AC `97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS Setup to [AC97]. See page 4-28 for
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    1 USB56 USB78 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC P5W USB 2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Only USB34 on the rear panel can support S5 wake-up by keyboard/mouse function. 10. IEEE 1394a port connector (10
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    fan connectors support cooling fans of 2A (24W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CPU_FAN CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5W GND +12V
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    If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled PWR_FAN1 or PWR_FAN2 for better thermal environment. Suggestions for installing the chassis fan: • If fan in front of the chassis, plug the fan cable to CHA_FAN2. ASUS P5W 2-39
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    P5W ATX power connectors EATXPWR +3 Volts -12 Volts Ground PSON# Ground Ground Ground -5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +5V Standby +12 Volts +12 Volts +3 Volts Important notes on motherboard . • To support an Intel® Dual
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    configuring a system with more power consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may SATA*3 2 6 1 2 Enabled Enabled +12V-V2 +12V-V1 >12A >8A >=300W Light Conroe E6700 512M*2 NVIDIA 6600*1 IDE*1 SATA*2 1 4 1 1 Enabled Enabled +12V-V2 +12V-V1 >12A >6A >=160W ASUS P5W
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    supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker P5W PANEL IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground ® P5W speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for
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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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    2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    This chapter describes the power up Powerin3g up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
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    Chapter summary 3 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-2 ASUS P5W
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    continuous beeps followed by four short beeps Error Keyboard controller error Refresh Time error No master drive detected Floppy controller failure Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS P5W 3-
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    to shut down the computer. 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing
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    This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup
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    Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-13 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.5 Power menu 4-32 4.6 Boot menu 4-38 4.7 Tools menu 4-43 4.8 Exit menu 4-46 ASUS P5W
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    (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) 2. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS in DOS using a floppy disk/USB flash disk, or the motherboard support CD.) 3. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) 4. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the
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    > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > 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 Save. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS P5W 4-
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    floppy disk drive. b. Click Start from the Windows® desktop, then select My Computer. c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. d. Click File from the menu screen instructions to continue. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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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, hard disk, or floppy disk with FAT 32/16/12 format only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS P5W 4-
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    .rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..... done Write to file...... ok A:\> The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename
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    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 /iP5W.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not
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    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, the floppy disk, or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file
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    BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section "4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS." Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run Setup
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    4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language [06:22:54] [Fri 05/04/ to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS P5W 4-11
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    Slave IDE Configuration System Information [06:22:54] [Fri 05/04/2006] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [English] [ST320413A] [ASUS CD-S520/A] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB], or [SHIFT-TAB] of the selected item. Pop-up window Scroll bar 4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section "4.2.1 BIOS IDE Configuration [ST320413A] [ASUS CD-S520/A] [Not Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options:
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    The BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item, then press to display the IDE device information. Primary IDE Master Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block
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    Time Out (Sec) [35] When in AHCI/ RAID mode SATA controller is forced to Native mode. Configure SATA As [Standard IDE] Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that
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    ] before creating a boot disk using the support CD. Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] Allows you to use native device. The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If you set to any of these options and encountered problems SATA As item is set to [RAID]. 4-16 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    appear only when the Configure SATA As item is set to [AHCI]. IDE Detect Time Out [35] Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] : 0MB Available : 512MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected
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    settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP DH Feature of the preset overclocking configiuration options. Manual - allows you to individually set overclocking. AI NOS - the ASUS AI Non-delay Overclocking System feature
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    Overclocking item to [Manual]. CPU Frequency [XXX] Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the and to the default setting [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Turbo] ASUS P5W 4-19
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    front side bus termination voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.20V] [1.30V] [1.40V] [1.50V] Setting a high FSB termination voltage may damage the chipset and CPU. 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    Auto - loads the optimum sensitivity and overclocking percentage setting. Manual - allows you to manually set overclocking configurations. The following items appear if the NOS Mode item is set to [Manual] Sensitivity [Sensitive] Allows you to choose the sensitivity of the
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    Area Network (LAN) cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port. POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled] LAN Cable Status Pair Status Length 1-2 Normal PCI Marvell LAN cable during POST. POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable LAN cable check during POST. When enabled, the menu
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    10.4 USB Devices Enabled: None USB Function Legacy USB Support USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Mode BIOS EHCI Hand-off USB Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to [Auto] allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at
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    updation. Configuration options: [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] 4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    to the Appendix for details on how to use the EIST feature. • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST. The following item appears only when you installed an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper Threading Technology. Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or
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    set according to the DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect). When disabled, you can manually set the DRAM timing parameters through the DRAM sub-items. The following sub-items appear 18 Clocks] DRAM Write Recovery Time [4 Clocks] Configuration options: [2 Clocks] ~ [6 Clocks] 4-26 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    support ECC function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Hyper Path 3 [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable, or set the ASUS controller to use as primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI Express to [Auto] allows the motherboard to automatically adjust the PCI ASUS P5W 4-27
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    Devices Configuration Configure Win627EHG Super IO Chipset HD Audio Controller Front Panel Support Type Onboard 1394 Controller Onboard PCIE GbE LAN_1 Onboard PCIE GbE LAN_2 LAN Option ROM JMicron SATA/PATA Controller JMicron Controller Mode JMicron SATA/RAID 4: BIOS setup
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    of the JMicron controller. Configuration options: [Raid] [Basic] [AHCI] JMicron SATA/RAID BOOTROM [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the JMicron Serial ATA RAID boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [ options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] ASUS P5W 4-29
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    options: [No] [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], the palette snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    Disabled EZ Backup RAID Mode Change [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable RAID mode change for the EZ-Backup feature. For detailed information about building an EZ-Backup RAID set, see section "5.4.4 Silicon Image RAID configuration." Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5W 4-31
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    Suspend Mode Repost Video on S3 Resume ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support [Auto] [ Video on S3 Resume [No] Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable
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    AC Power Loss 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 [Power Off] [Disabled] [ or key to make the selection. Configuration options: [00] [1]... ~ [59] ASUS P5W 4-33
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    an external modem off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on. Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    5.324V] [12.144V] Automatically optimize BIOS settings to minimize CPU FAN Speed according disable the ASUS AI Quiet feature. ASUS AI Quiet automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select [Ignored motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select [Ignored] from the
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    [Disabled] [Enabled] The CPU Q-Fan Mode and CPU Fan Profile Mode items appear when you enable the ASUS Q-FAN Control feature. CPU Q-Fan Mode [PWM] Allows you to select the type of CPU fan cable Q-Fan. Configuration options: [Optimal] [Silent Mode] [Performance Mode] 4-36 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    fan speed monitoring. PWR Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the power fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. ASUS P5W 4-37
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    Device [1st Floppy Drive] These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Disabled] 4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    to boot the system. 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], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5W 4-39
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    use the ASUS MyLogo 2 feature. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Enabled, the system displays the message "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled
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    . To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password 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) RAM. See section "2.6 Jumpers" for information on how to erase
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    fields, such as Date and Time. Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility. Change User Password Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. 4-42 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    ] Mode to enable Music Alarm for Intel chipset. 4.7.1 ASUS Music Alarm Asus Music Alarm Option ASUS Music Alarm Detect CD Starting Track [Disabled] [Enter] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update the BIOS. This utility does not support: 1. NTFS format ASUS P5W 4-43
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    items become user-configurable when you enable the ASUS Music Alarm. Alarm Day: Sunday/Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday change the value. Audio CD Device [Primary IDE Slave] Allows you to select the connection configuration of the optical storage device from which the Hour] 4-44 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    . ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility B312 FLASH TYPE: Winbond W39V080A 8Mb LPC Current ROM BOARD: P5W-DH Deluxe VER: 0014 [0100] DATE: 05/19/2006 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ A: WIN98SE C: NETTERM DRIVERS RECYCLED WUTEMP
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    backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the computer is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation
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    This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 5 Software support
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    Chapter summary 5 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.3 Software information 5-10 5.4 RAID configurations 5-29 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-64 ASUS P5W
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    without notice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates. 5.2.1 Running the support CD Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click an icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item
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    the devices. ASUS InstAll -Drivers Installation Wizard Launches the ASUS InstallAll driver installation wizard. Intel Chipset Inf Update Program Installs the Intel® Chipset INF Update Program. This driver enables Plug‑n‑Play INF support for the Intel® chipset components on the motherboard. When
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    your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility that 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). See page 4-8 for details. ASUS P5W
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    The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sounds. DirectX® improves the multimedia features of your computer so you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your computer. Anti-virus Utility The anti-virus utility scans
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    Click to view the previous screen. ASUS Screen Saver Bring life to your idle screen by installing the ASUS screen saver. ASUS P5W 5-
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    ICH7R 32 bit RAID Driver Disk Intel ICH7R 64 bit RAID Driver Disk Allows you to create an Intel® ICH7R RAID driver disk for a 32/64-bit system. Make JMicron JMB36X 32/64-bit RAID Driver Allows you to create a JMicron JMB363 RAID driver disk for a 32/64-bit system. 5- Chapter 5: Software support
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    support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates). 5.2.6 Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ASUS P5W 5-
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    icons on the top right corner of the screen provide additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this CD Displays the contents of the
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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 CD in text format. ASUS P5W 5-
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    the Power‑On‑Self-Tests (POST). The ASUS MyLogo3™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the support CD. See section "5.2.3 Utilities menu" for details. • Before using the ASUS MyLogo 2, use the AFUDOS utility to make a copy of your original BIOS file, or obtain the
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    . 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. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST. ASUS P5W 5-11
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    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. 5-12 Chapter 5: Software support
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    and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. From the taskbar, double-click
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    audio driver version, DirectX version, audio controller, audio codec, and language setting. Tools Click the tool button ( ) to display tools for supported to exit the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Configuration options Click any of the tabs in this area to configure your audio settings. Click the
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    programmed equalizer settings for your listening pleasure. To set the sound effect options: 1. From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Sound Effect tab. 2. Click the shortcut buttons or the drop-down menus for desired levels. 4. Click to effect the Mixer settings and exit. ASUS P5W 5-15
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    settings. To set the Audio I/O options: 1. From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Audio I/O tab. 2. Click 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 to
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    audio feature. To start the 3D Audio Demo: 1. From the Realtek 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 your settings. 4. Click to effect the 3D Audio Demo settings and exit. ASUS P5W
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    Virtual Speaker, and Dolby Digital Live. Dolby® Headphone: Allows you to wear any pair of headphones and listen to music with the dramatic surround effects of a 5.1-channel audio configuration. Dolby® Pro Logic IIx: expands any stereo audio or 5.1-channel audio for a 6.1 or 7.1-channel playback
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    channel speaker system. 3. Launch the Realtek HD Audio Manager by double clicking the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the Windows® taskbar. 4. Click the Dolby Digital Live button. You can now convert your computer's audio content to Dolby® Digital streams. ASUS P5W 4 The AC-3 decoder processes the
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    enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder. Double-click the setup.exe file to start installation. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation
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    Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show. When displayed, window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS P5W 5-21
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    the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section, the monitor panels appear on your computer's desktop. Large display Small display Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of Click to increase value Click to decrease value 5-22 Chapter 5: Software support
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    DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS P5W 5-23
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    display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space. 5-24 Chapter 5: Software support
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    temperature scale. Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes Cancels or ignores your changes Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration ASUS P5W 5-25
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    add-on sound card. • Only IDE ATAPI devices from the Southbridge support this feature. Hardware setup To set up the hardware: 1. Connect the analog audio cable from the optical drive to the 4-pin CD-In connector labeled CD on the motherboard. See section "2.7.2 Internal connectors" for the connector
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    support CD into the optical drive. 2. Click the Utilities tab and choose ASUS Music Alarm to install the utility. 3. Insert an audio CD into the optical drive. 4. Launch the ASUS Music Alarm application by going to Start > ASUS > ASUS Select the optical storage device, then choose the starting CD
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    alarm is playing, the system wake-up features (LAN, keyboard, mouse, PCI/PCIE device, modem) are deactivated. • If the system loses connection or if it does not detect any optical drive or audio CD, the ASUS Music Alarm is automatically disabled/turned off. • While the music alarm is playing, the
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    disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. *To build a RAID 10 set, you need to cross-configure Intel® ICH7R with Silicon Image®, which controls the EZ_RAID connectors for the EZ Backup feature. See section "5.4.5 Cross-RAID configuration" for details. ASUS P5W 5-29
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    for details. Setting the RAID item 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. Go to the Main Menu, select IDE Configuration, then press . 3. Select the item Configure SATA As, then press
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    [ENTER]-Select Menu The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. ASUS P5W 5-31
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    1 and 16 characters in length that can be used to uniquely identify the RAID volume. This name is case sensitive and cannot contain special characters. [↑↓]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu selected drive. Press after completing your selection. 5-32 Chapter 5: Software support
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    systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. Key in the RAID volume capacity that you want, then press
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    CREATE ARRAY MENU ] Name: RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: uniquely identify the RAID volume. This name is case sensitive and cannot contain RAID 1(Mirror), then press . 4. When the Capacity item is highlighted, key in the RAID create the RAID volume and return to main menu or to
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    CREATE ARRAY MENU ] Name: RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: Capacity to uniquely identify the RAID volume. This name is case sensitive and cannot contain hard disk drives to configure as RAID. The following pop‑up screen Non-RAID Disk XX.XGB Non-RAID Disk XX.XGB Non-RAID Disk XX.XGB Non-RAID Disk
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    64 KB. TIP: We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. Key in the RAID volume capacity that you want, then press when the Capacity item is highlighted. The default value indicates
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    RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID disks to become available as non-RAID disks. WARNING: EXISTING DATA WITHIN the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete, then press < delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu;
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    select 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID, then press to display this screen. [ RESET RAID DATA ] Resetting RAID data will remove internal RAID structures from the selected RAID disks. By removing these structures, or press to return to the utility main menu. 5-38 Chapter 5: Software support
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    you want to reset, then press to select. 3. Press to reset the RAID set drive. A confirmation window appears. 4. Press to reset the drive; otherwise, press to return to the utility main menu. 5. Follow steps 2 to 4 to select and reset other RAID set drives. ASUS P5W 5-39
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    JMicron Controller Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section "4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration" for details. Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] Onboard PCIE
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    Creating a RAID set 1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Create RAID Disk Drive using the up/down arrow key then press . [Main Menu] Create RAID Disk Drive Delete RAID Disk Drive Revert HDD to Non-RAID Repair Mirror Conflict Save and Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ASUS P5W 5-41
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    Non-RAID 4. Key in the RAID volume capacity. Use the up/down arrow to choose the block size. The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. [Create New RAID] Name : JRAID Level: 0-Stripe Disks: Select Disk Block: 128 KB Size : 319 GB Confirm Creation 5-42 Chapter 5: Software support
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    , press . JMicron Technology Corp. PCI-to-SATA II/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v0.97 [Create New RAID] [Hard Disk Drive List] Name: JRAID Level RAID set you created. [RAID Disk Drive List] Model Name RAID Level Capacity Status Members(HDDx) RDD0: JRAID 0-Stripe XXX GB Normal 01 ASUS P5W
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    Save and Exit Setup Exit Without Saving PCI-to-SATA II/IDE RAID [Hard Disk Drive List] Model Name HDD0: HDS722516VLSA80 HDD1: HDS722516DLA380 Controller BIOS v0.97 Capacity 164 GB 164 GB Type/Status RAID Inside RAID Inside [RAID Disk DriAvLeLLiDstA]TA ON THE RAID WILL BE LOST!! ModelANRaEme
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    Exit Setup Exit Without Saving 2. Use the space bar to select the HDD that you want to reset to non‑RAID. A selected HDD shows a sign before it. 3. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press to confirm; otherwise, press . Pressing deletes all the data in the HDD. ASUS P5W 5-45
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    Repair Mirror Conflict Save and Exit Setup Exit Without Saving PCI-to-SATA II/IDE RAID [Hard Disk Drive List] Model Name HDD0: HDS722516VLSA80 HDD1: HDS722516DLA380 Controller BIOS v0.97 Capacity 164 GB 164 GB Type/Status RAID Inside RAID Inside [RAID Disk Drive List] Model Name RDD0: JRAID
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    , highlight Save & Exit Setup using the up/down arrow key then press to save the current RAID configuration and exit the JMB363 RAID BOS utility. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press to confirm; otherwise, press to return to the JMB RAID BIOS menu. ASUS P5W 5-47
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    data and saves you from complex configurations, troublesome setups, and complicated BIOS settings. Refer to the succeeding sections to configure other RAID sets. RAID modes supported ASUS EZ-Backup supports the following RAID modes: 1. SAFE / RAID 1 (Data mirroring) is storage policy in which all
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    on each drive. Using both the SATA power cable and 4-pin power connector simultaneously will cause damage to the system. 3. Install the operating system. 4. Install the ASUS EZ-Backup Manager utility from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. 5. Reboot the computer. ASUS P5W 5-49
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    for the respective RAID modes supported. If you do not change the jumper setting on first installation, the system applies the default RAID mode, which is RAID 1. P5W DH DELUXE RAID_SEL ® 1 1 1 RAID1 [Safe mode] (Default) BIG mode RAID0 [Fast mode] P5W DH DELUXE RAID Setting 2. Prepare
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    after you exit the BIOS utility. EZ Backup RAID Mode will change. Press F1 to continue. 6. Install the operating system. 7. Install the ASUS EZ-Backup Manager utility from the support CD that came with the motherboard package. Changing RAID modes To change from one RAID mode to another, follow
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    RAID 10 set through a cross configuration, you cannot use the EZ-Backup Manager utility to view the status of hard disks installed on the EZ_RAID1 and EZ_RAID2 connectors. Status window The ASUS EZ-Backup Manager status window allows you to monitor the devices connected to the host computer support
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    each drive member of the RAID set. Volume information. Shows the RAID mode, total volume of the RAID set, and maximum capacity of each drive member of the RAID set. File menu The File menu allows you to change the password, scan devices, change connection, and exit the ASUS EZ-Backup Manager. Change
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    you to configure pop-ups, view event logs, and view/update the current firmware. Configure pop-ups. Click this button to of events for storage devices installed. Specify firmware. Click this button to view the current firmware version or to update the firmware. 5-54 Chapter 5: Software support
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    partitioning volumes, back up your data and delete any previously defined partition. To partition volumes: 1. Boot your computer and enter the Windows® operating system. 2. Right-click My Computer on your desktop. Select Manage from the pop-up window. 3. Under Storage, select Disk Management. The
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    The disk number on Windows Disk Manager may not be the same as the disk number shown on the ASUS EZ-Backup Manager. Make sure you select the correct disk by checking the total disk capacity information. 5. vary, depending on the operating system you installed. 5-56 Chapter 5: Software support
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    6. The Partition Wizard opens. Click Next to start the partition process. 7. Select the type of partition you want to create. Click Next. 8. Specify your desired partition size. The default partition size is the entire volume. Click Next. ASUS P5W 5-57
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    system settings. Make sure the settings are correct. Click Finish to create the partition; otherwise, click Back to make the necessary changes. 5-58 Chapter 5: Software support
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    ASUS EZ-Backup will rebuild a RAID 1 set after a failed hard disk drive is replaced with a functioning HDD, or the mirror becomes unsynchronized when a working hard disk drive is removed, then returned. This function applies only to a RAID done, the following message pops up. Click OK ASUS P5W 5-59
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    4. When done, click Refresh to update the information. If rebuilding is successful, the status displays Normal and the box color changes to green. 5-60 Chapter 5: Software support
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    RAID 10 set. Hardware setup 1. Install one Serial ATA HDD on the motherboard connector labeled EZ_RAID1. 2. Install three Serial HDDs on the motherboard RAID 1 mode. 2. Turn the system on, and enter the BIOS setup during POST. Go to Advanced menu > DH Feature page. Set the EZ Backup RAID Mode
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    for the RAID 10 array, then press . The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The default stripe size is 64 KB. TIP: We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 5-62
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    RAID (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or follows after you have created the RAID 10 set. The HDD connected to RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 4. Exit RAID ]-Select Menu When you create a RAID 10 set through a cross configuration,
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    through the ASUS EZ-Backup. 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS: 1. Boot your computer. 2. Press during POST to enter the BIOS setup utility. 3. Set the optical drive as the primary boot device. 4. Insert the support CD
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    disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. 3. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, make sure you select Intel(R) 82801GH/GM SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH7R/DH) and JMicron JMB363. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. ASUS P5W 5-65
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    This chapter tells how to install ATI® CrossFire™ graphics cards to avail of ATI's Multi-Video Processing technology. 6 ATI® CrossFire™ technology support
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    Chapter summary 6 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards 6-2 6.3 Software information 6-5 ASUS P5W
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    as the ASUS P5W motherboard. • Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. See "14. Power connectors" on page 2-40 for details. • Visit the ATI website or download the Radeon® X850 Crossfire™ Edition User's Guide from the support CD for
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    6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards Before ins talling a CrossFire™ system, refer to the user guide that came with the ATI® CrossFire™ Edition graphics card. To install the graphics cards: 1. Prepare sure that the card is properly seated on the slot. 6- Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support
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    3. Insert the CrossFire™-ready (Slave) graphics card into the PCI Express x16 black slot. Make sure that the card is properly seated on the slot. 4. Connect an auxiliary power source from the power supply to the graphics cards. ASUS P5W 6-
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    5. Connect one end of the external cable to the Master graphics card. 6. Connect the other end of the external cable to the Slave graphics card. 7. Connect the loose end to the corresponding port on your monitor. 6 7 6- Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support
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    the device drivers. The ATI CrossFire™ technology supports only the following operating systems: • Windows® XP 32-bit (Home or Professional) with Service Pack Place the CrossFire™ installation CD in your optical drive and install drivers from the opening menu. 4. Click Next to continue from the
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    wizard that will guide you to setup process. Windows automatically configures the ATI Catalyst Control Center. The status windows indicates the progress of the installation. 7. The Setup Complete window appears, indicating that the driver files have been copied to your computer. Click Yes to
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    software you installed. Use this application to adjust your graphic settings, enable/disable connected devices, and change your desktop orientation. Launching the Catalyst™ Control Center There are several . • On the Windows® task bar, doubleclick the Catalyst™ Control Center icon. ASUS P5W 6-
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    advanced users to access and configure the complete features of the software Set to Advance view to enable the CrossFire™ function. 6- Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support
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    tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the Hotkeys Manager, which allows you to create key combinations as shortcuts for performing certain functions quickly. ASUS P5W 6-
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    Profiles tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the Profiles Manager, which allows you to create customized environments for your desktop, video, and 3D applications. Preferences Click the Preferences tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to select a language, restore defaults, change skins, or
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    Help Click the Help tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the online help system, generate a Problem Report, and get the Catalyst™ Control Center version information. ASUS P5W 6-11
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    The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. A CPU features
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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 P5W
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    if the card/device supports a 64-bit system. A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS. See Chapter 4 for
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    details. 4. Press to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup. 5. After the computer restarts, right click on a blank space on the desktop, then select 8. On the Power schemes section, click , then select any option except Home/Office Desktop or Always On. 9. Click Apply, then click OK. 10.
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    . 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. See page 4-25 for details. The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper‑Threading Technology. 3. Restart the computer. ASUS P5W
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