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V6-P5G31E ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) User's Manual R - Asus V6-P5G31E | 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 V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 3
an operating system 2-2 2.2 Powering up 2-2 2.3 Support DVD information 2-2 2.3.1 Running the support DVD 2-3 2.3.2 Utilities menu 2-4 2.3.3 Manual menu 2-5 2.3.4 ASUS Contact information 2-6 2.3.5 Other information 2-7 Chapter 3: Motherboard info 3.1 Introduction 3-2 3.2 Motherboard layout - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 4
4-10 4.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA1~4 4-11 4.3.4 Storage Configuration 4-12 4.3.5 System Information 4-13 4.4 Advanced menu 4-14 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 4-14 4.4.2 CPU Configuration 4-16 4.4.3 Chipset 4-18 4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration 4-20 4.4.5 USB Configuration 4-21 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 5
Table of contents 4.7 Tools menu 4-30 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-30 4.7.2 AI NET 2 4-30 4.8 Exit menu 4-31 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 6
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no , we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. vi - Asus V6-P5G31E | 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 V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 8
this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS Vintage V6-P5G31E 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 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 9
Conventions used in this guide 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 a task. NOTE: Tips and additional - Asus V6-P5G31E | 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 V6-P5G31E barebone system with • ASUS motherboatd • Power supply unit • ASUS chassis 2. Cable • AC power cable 3. Support DVD 4. Quick Installation Guide - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 11
System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS V6-P5G31E. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. R - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 12
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for choosing the ASUS V6-P5G31E! The ASUS V6-P5G31E 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 V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 13
Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. 8. Headphone port. This Line In (lime) port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-plug. 9. ��P�o�w��e�r �b�u�tt�o�n�. Press this button to turn the system on. ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-3 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 14
Do NOT cover the rear vent , and the ambient temperature is limited up to 35oC to prevent the system from overheating. 1. Voltage selector. This switch allows you to adjust the system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. See the section "Voltage selector" on page 1-6 before - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 15
on/off the power supply unit. 5. Chassis fan vent. This vent is for the fan that provides ventilation inside the system chassis. 6. PS/2 mouse port. This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse. 7. PS/2 keyboard port In 6-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-5 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 16
expansion cards. Voltage selector The PSU has a 115 V/230 V voltage selector switch located beside the power connector. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. If the voltage supply in your area is 100‑127 V, set this switch to 115 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 17
8. ASUS motherboard 9. PCI Express x16 slot 10. PCI Express x1 slot 11. PCI slots 12. Metal bracket lock Refer to the bundled Quick Installation Guide for installing additional system components and get assistance from professionals when you disassemble or assemble the system. ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-7 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 18
SS AET93F25DB 0621 DS AET93R25DB 0640 SS DDRII6408-8E 7212 DIMM support A* B* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1-8 Chapter 1: System introduction - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 19
VTD264M8PC4G03A169045648 DS VTD264M8PC4G03A169045648 DS U2S12D30TP-8E DIMM support A* B* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • continued on the next page ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-9 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 20
• 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. 1-10 Chapter 1: System - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 21
Chapter 2 This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD. R Starting up - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 22
in a RAID set. • From the Windows XP setup screen, press F6 when prompted then follow succeeding screen instructions to install the SATA drivers. 2.2 Powering up Press the system power button ( ) to enter the OS. R Press to turn ON the system 2.3 Support DVD information The support DVD that - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 23
to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS InstAll Launches the ASUS InstAll driver - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 24
an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. Atheros Ethernet Utility - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 25
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® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. ASUS V6-P5G31E 2-5 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 26
ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide Allows you to open the ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide. ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide Allows you to open the ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide. VIA HD Audio User's Manual Allows you to open the VIA HD Audio User's Manual. NIS 2009 Subscription Renewal Guide - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 27
. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. ASUSTeK Computer INC. P5KPL-AM EPU V-P5G41H Rav 1.xx American Megatrends Inc. 0407 10/10/2009 P5KPL-AM EPU Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. V6-P5G31E P5KPLAME.ROM ASUS V6-P5G31E 2-7 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 28
Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. 2-8 Chapter 2: Starting up - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 29
Motherboard info 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. R - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 30
3.1 Introduction The Vintage V6-P5G31E 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 3-2 Chapter 3: Motherboard info - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 31
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 V6-P5G31E 3-3 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 32
computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system computer by pressing a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. 3-4 Chapter 3: Motherboard - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 33
the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module is purchased separately. ASUS V6-P5G31E - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 34
cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. Single device Two devices Drive jumper setting Cable-Select or Master - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 35
! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! Only the 4-pin CPU fan connector supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. 5. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-7 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 36
for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC'97 audio standard. • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 37
ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (400W) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power requirements. 9. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-9 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 38
on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. 3-10 Chapter 3: Motherboard info - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 39
Chapter 4 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. R BIOS setup - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 40
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 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 41
> 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 V6-P5G31E 4-3 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 42
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. V-P5G31E.rom V-P5G31E 4-4 Chapter - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 43
correct BIOS file is found. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM 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 V6-P5G31E - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 44
at www.asus.com. • The removable devices that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models. For motherboards without the floppy connector, prepare a USB flash disk before using this utility. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the support DVD to - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 45
include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-7 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 46
] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system time. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 47
bar displays the specific items for that configuration options for that item. Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACOU AOUC suport [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] -TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system Time. 4.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-9 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 48
] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system time. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 49
set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-11 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 50
to set or change the configurations for the IDE devices installed in the system. Select an item then press if you wish to configure the item. Storage Configuration ATA/IDE Configuration Enahnced Mode Support On IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [Enhanced] [S-ATA] [35] Options Disabled Compatible - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 51
: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHz : 1866MHz System Memory Installed Size: 1024MB Usable Size : 1015MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-13 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 52
are not guaranteed to be stable. If the system AI Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking. Configuration options: [MANUAL] [Auto] [Overclock Profile] [Test Mode] The following two - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 53
and CPU External Frequency settings. FSB / CPU External Frequency Synchronization Front Side Bus FSB 1600 FSB 1333 FSB 1066 FSB 800 CPU External • Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-15 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 54
] [1.40V] [1.45V] VTT_CPU Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set FSB Termination Voltage or set to Auto for safe a very low voltage may cause the system to become unstable. Auto PSI [Enabled] Ratio CMOS Setting C1E Support Max CPUID Value Limit Vanderpool Technology CPU TM Function: Execute-Disable - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 55
] Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. This function enhance protection of your computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-17 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 56
® Pentium® 4 or later CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Technology [Enabled] Allows 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 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 57
Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB] Allows you to select the amount of system memory used by the Internal graphics device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [ support type. If High Definition Audio Front Panel is used, set this item to [HD Audio] mode. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] ASUS V6-P5G31E - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 58
4.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration Configure Win627DHG-A Super IO Chipset Onboard PCIE GbE LAN LAN Option ROM Serial Port1 Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP Mode DMA Channel Parallel Port IRQ [Enabled] [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [378] [ECP] [DMA3] [IRQ7] Options Enabled Disabled - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 59
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 V6-P5G31E 4-21 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 60
ESC Exit 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] 4-22 Chapter - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 61
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 V6-P5G31E 4-23 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 62
wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to wake the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 63
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 V6-P5G31E 4-25 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 64
: [Removable Device] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: • Press when ASUS logo appears. • Press after POST. 4-26 Chapter 4: BIOS setup - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 65
], 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 V6-P5G31E - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 66
4.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 67
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 V6-P5G31E 4-29 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 68
the sub-menu. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 AI NET 2 Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.NTFS format SSeelleecctt SSccrreeeenn SSeelleecctt IItteemm E+n-ter GCohatnogeSuFbi-eslcdreen FE1nter - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 69
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 Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-31 - Asus V6-P5G31E | User Manual - Page 70
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 4-32 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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V6-P5G31E
ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone)
User’s Manual