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P6-P5G41E ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) User's Manual - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 2
, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 3
the support DVD 2-3 2.3.2 Utilities menu 2-4 2.3.3 ASUS Contact information 2-5 2.3.4 Other information 2-6 Chapter 3: Motherboard info 3.1 Introduction 3-2 3.2 Motherboard layout 3-2 3.3 Jumpers 3-3 3.4 Connectors 3-5 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-2 4.1.1 ASUS - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 4
System Information 4-13 4.4 Advanced menu 4-14 4.4.1 CPU Configuration 4-14 4.4.2 Chipset 4-16 4.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 4-18 4.4.4 USB Configuration 4-19 4.4.5 PCI PnP 4-20 4.5 Power menu 4-21 4.5.1 Suspend Mode 4-21 4.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support 4-21 4.5.3 ACPI APIC Support 4-21 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 5
Table of contents 4.6.3 Security 4-26 4.7 Tools menu 4-28 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-28 4.7.2 Express Gate [Auto 4-28 4.8 Exit menu 4-29 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 6
that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. vi - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 7
electric outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 8
About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS P6-P5G41E barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized This guide contains the - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 9
task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 10
for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Item description 1. ASUS P6-P5G41E barebone system with • ASUS motherboatd • Power supply unit • ASUS chassis 2. Cable • AC power cable 3. Support DVD 4. Quick Installation Guide - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 11
System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS P6-P5G41E. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 12
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for choosing the ASUS P6-P5G41E! The ASUS P6-P5G41E is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Quad / - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 13
1. Power button. Press this button to turn the system on. 2. Front panel cover. Push to open the front panel cover. 3. Optical disk such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. 7. Multimedia Card / Secure Digital™ / MemoryStick® / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot ASUS P6-P5G41E 1-3 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 14
vent , and the ambient temperature is limited up to 35oC to prevent the system from overheating. 1. Chassis air vent. The vent is for ventilation inside the system chassis. 2. Power supply unit fan vent. This vent is for the PSU fan that provides ventilation inside the power supply unit. 3. Chassis - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 15
in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset. 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS P6-P5G41E 1-5 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 16
compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Rau discs, and other protected content. 15. Expansion slot covers. Remove these covers when installing expansion cards. 1-6 Chapter 1: System introduction - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 17
supply unit (under the HDD bay) • Refer to the bundled Quick Installation Guide for installing additional system components and get assistance from professionals when you disassemble or assemble the system. • Refer to the Chapter 4 in this user guide for motherboard details. ASUS P6-P5G41E 1-7 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 18
) DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B-HCF8 DS ELPIDA J1108BABG-AE-E SS Asint DDRIII1208-AE DS Asint DDRIII1208-AE DS - - DS Qimonda IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F Timing 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 7 7 Voltage 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 - DIMM support A* B 1-8 Chapter 1: System introduction - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 19
DS - - DS - - SS - - DS - - DS - - Timing DIMM Voltage support A* B* - - •• - - •• - - •• 7-7-7-20 1.65- • • 1.85 - - 7-7-7-21 1.5 • • DS - - 7-7-7-21 1.5 • • DS - - 8-8-8-21 1.5-1.6 • • DS - - 8-8-8-21 1.5-1.6 • • continued on the next page ASUS P6-P5G41E 1-9 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 20
Asint Asint Asint ASUS ATP ATP ATP ATP SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. DS - - Timing DIMM Voltage support A* B* 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N 9-9-9-24 1.3 • - •• DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846D(ECC) - - •• SS - - - - •• SS - - 7-7-7-20 - •• 1-10 Chapter 1: System introduction - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 21
support: • A*: Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the yellow slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVLs. ASUS P6-P5G41E - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 22
Chapter 2 This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD. Starting up - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 23
2.1 Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows® XP/Vista/7 operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 24
Chipset Driver Installs the Intel® chipset driver. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek audio driver and application. Realtek RTL8111B/C LAN Driver Installs the Realtek® RTL8111B/C LAN driver. Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Installs the Intel® Graphics Accelerator Driver. ASUS P6-P5G41E - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 25
the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 26
DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia updates. 2.3.3 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ASUS P6-P5G41E - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 27
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. 2-6 Chapter - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 28
Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. ASUS P6-P5G41E 2-7 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 29
2-8 Chapter 2: Starting up - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 30
Chapter 3 This chapter gives information about he motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. Motherboard info - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 31
3.1 Introduction The P6-P5G41E barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 3.2 Motherboard layout 33.5cm(13.2in) USBPW5-6 F_PANEL DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 32
battery. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values. ASUS P6-P5G41E 3-3 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 33
computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). USBPW1-4 12 23 P5QPL10T +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-6 12 23 +5V +5VSB P5QPL10T USB Device Wake Up (Default) 3-4 Chapter 3: Motherboard - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 34
. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5QPL10T P5QPL10T fan connectors CHA_FAN1 GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM Only the 4-pin CPU fan connector supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. ASUS P6-P5G41E 3-5 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 35
serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. COM1 PIN 1 P5QPL10T P5QPL10T Serial port (COM1) connector 3-6 Chapter 3: Motherboard info - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 36
is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (200W~250W) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power requirements. ASUS P6-P5G41E 3-7 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 37
PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR LED PWR BTN PLED+ PLEDPWR GND P5QPL10T F_PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- Ground Reset HD_LED RESET P5QPL10T System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 38
Chapter 4 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. BIOS setup - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 39
the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using a USB flash disk. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a bootable USB flash disk or the motherboard support DVD when the BIOS file - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 40
> Programs > 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. ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-3 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 41
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. P6P5G41E.rom P6P5G41E 4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 42
the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-5 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 43
the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P6p5g41e.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 44
under the Exit Menu. See section 4.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-7 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 45
screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 Storage Configuration System Information [12:56:38] [Mon 11/23/2009 :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 46
specific items a menu item then press Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 47
, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section "4.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. System Time System Date SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 Storage Configuration System Information [12:56:38] [Mon 11/23 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 48
(C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device system. LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports Configuration options: [Auto] ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-11 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 49
in the system. Select an item then press if you wish to configure the item. Storage Configuration SATA Configuration Enahnced Mode Support On IDE sATA. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible] [Enhanced] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] Allows you to set Serial ATA, Parallel ATA - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 50
: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHz : 2666MHz System Memory Installed Size: 1024MB Usable Size : 990MB BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS P6-P5G41E - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 51
(Min:06, Max:08) Ratio Actual Value: 8 CPUID : 6F9 C1E Support Max CPUID Value Limit Intel(R) Virtualization Tech CPU TM Function: Execute-Disable Bit Capability Intel(R)SpeedStep(TM) Tech Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [disabled] This - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 52
you to use the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStepTM Technology. When set to [Enabled], you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to use the EIST feature. Set this item to [Disabled] if you do not want to use the EIST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-15 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 53
the Intel® C-STATE Technology. When enabled, the CPU system to malfunction. North Bridge Configuration Configure North Bridge features. North Bridge Configuration North Bridge chipset Configuration Memory memory above the total physical memory. DISABLE: Do not allow remapping of memory Memory - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 54
, 64MB] [Enabled, 128MB] DVMT Memory [256MB] Allows you to set the DVMT memory. Configuration options: [128MB] [256MB] [Maximum DVMT] Protect Audio Video Path Mode [Lite] Allows you to set the protect audio video path mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Lite] [Paramoid] ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-17 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 55
Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 56
is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-19 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 57
for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing the 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 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 58
you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-21 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 59
PCIE Devices [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to wake the system through a PCI Express card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the + Second appear with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 60
to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed. VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-23 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 61
the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main Advanced Boot settings BIOS SETUP UTILITY system. Configuration options: [Removable Device] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 62
], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the system displays the message "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P6-P5G41E - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 63
Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to "Password Uninstalled" appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section "4.3 Jumper" for information on how - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 64
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 P6-P5G41E 4-27 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 65
UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS format 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 66
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 before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS P6-P5G41E 4-29 - Asus P6-P5G41E | User Manual - Page 67
Manufacturer: Address: Authorised representative . in Europe: Address: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. No. 150, LI-DE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS Computer GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY 4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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P6-P5G41E
ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone)
User’s Manual