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    P5P43TD PRO Motherboard
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    without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL
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    information vii About this guide vii P5P43TD PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview
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    10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS
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    Suspend Mode 2-18 2.6.2 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-18 2.6.3 ACPI APIC Support 2-18 2.6.4 APM Configuration 2-18 2.6.5 Hardware Monitor 2-19 2.7 Boot menu 2-20 2.7.1 Boot Device Priority 2-20 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-20 2.7.3 Security 2-21 2.8 Tools menu 2-23 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-23
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    installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions to the graphics card is required to set out ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard
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    guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports
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    settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 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
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    P5P43TD PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA775 Socket for Intel® C��o�re�™�2��E��x�tr�e�m��e�/��C���o��re��™�2�Q��u�a�d��/ Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core /Celeron® dual-core processors Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU Intel® Hyper-Threading
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    P5P43TD PRO specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I/O ports 1 x COM port 1 x LPT port 1 x
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    in the 45nm manufacturing process. Dual channel DDR3 1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz providing great performance for 3D graphics and other memory-demanding applications. ASUS P5P43TD PRO 1-1
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    a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS Q-FAN ASUS Q-FAN
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    CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings. Green ASUS This motherboard
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    1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
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    of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5P43TD PRO 1-5
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    USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-27 ATX12V) USB1112) 2. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin 1-22 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-26 CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 3. CPU socket 1-7 10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-23 4. DDR3 DIMM sockets
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    of the PnP cap. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Before installing the CPU, ensure that the cam box
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    the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the the load plate window to remove (4B). Retention tab A B Load lever PnP cap Load plate 4B 4A 3 5. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that
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    6. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin directly. 7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the A retention tab. B ASUS P5P43TD PRO 1-9
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    1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
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    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 from the motherboard. A B A B B A B A ASUS P5P43TD PRO
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    orientation when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and
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    from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. ASUS P5P43TD PRO 1-13
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    P5P43TD PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DD Brand Chip No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) DIMM Support Voltage A* B* C* A-DATA AD31600E001GMU 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65- • 1.85 A-DATA
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    DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DD Brand Chip No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) DIMM Support Voltage A* B* C* A-Data AD31333001GOU 1024MB SS A-Data AD30908C8D-151C E0906 •• -CH9 2048MB DS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 ••• (continued on the next page) ASUS P5P43TD PRO 1-15
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    Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Timing DIMM (BIOS) 9 9-9-9-24 7-7-7-20 8-8-8-24 7-7-7-20 8-8-8-24 DIMM Support Voltage A* B* C ••• •• 1.5V • • 1.5V 1.5V • • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Elpida Elpida Elpida G.SKILL Kingston
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    A DDR3 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place 3 and the DIMM is properly seated. Locked Retaining Clip ASUS P5P43TD PRO
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    press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 1 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR3 DIMM notch 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that complies with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P5P43TD PRO 1-19
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    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. • Due to the chipset limitation, AC power
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    ). This port connects a microphone. 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speaker in an 8-channel audio configuration. Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. ASUS P5P43TD PRO 1-21
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    . 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A~3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard
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    PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that you use a PSU install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS P5P43TD PRO
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    • Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy disk drive connector. You could use a USB floppy disk drive when installing Windows® XP operating system on a hard disk drive that includes a RAID/AHCI set. • Due to Windows
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    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 any device jumper is set as "Cable-Select," ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS P5P43TD PRO 1-25
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    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the
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    , set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio]. See section 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ASUS P5P43TD PRO
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    updates to maximize the features of your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 before installing the drivers for better compatibility
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    motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Quit all Windows® applications
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    the latest BIOS file to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in any of these two ways: • Press + during POST to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WOINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: P5P43TD PRO VER: 0221 DATE: 05/19/2009 Update ROM BOARD
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    CD-ROM not found! Checking for USB Device... When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts erasing the corrupted BIOS file. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for USB Device... USB Device found. Reading file "P5P43TDP.ROM". Completed. Start Erasing...\ ASUS P5P43TD PRO
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    or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. 2.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Serial
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    website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools General help Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Fri 04/10/2009] Use [ENTER
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    the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one Pop-up window. 2.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window with the BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support
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    selection of the appropriate SATA device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] ASUS P5P43TD PRO 2-7
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    as [IDE] Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip. Configuration options: [IDE] [RAID] [AHCI] Due to Intel chipset driver support regulation, the AHCI mode is not supported in Windows XP environment. The AHCI mode is only supported by Windows Vista with
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    system memory. 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Setting [Auto
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    desired CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual - Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Auto - Loads the optimal settings for the system. X.M.P. - If you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile
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    The following items appear only when you set the DRAM Timing Control item to [Manual]. • The configuration options for some of the following items vary dependin on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. 1st Information: 9-9-9-24-4-60-10-5 CAS# Latency [5DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [4 DRAM
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    Clocks] [10 DRAM Clocks [10 DRAM set set the system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following items appear only when you set the Ai Transaction Booster item to [Auto] C/P : A1 A2 LVL : 08 08 Common Performance Level [05] Set Set
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    ] [Delay 200ps] [Delay 300ps] [Delay 400ps] [Delay 500ps] ... [Delay 1100ps] [Delay 1200ps] [Delay 1300ps] [Delay 1400ps] CPU Margin Enhancement [Optimized] Allows you to set the CPU Margin Enhancement mode. Configuration options: [Optimized] [Compatible] [Performance Mode] ASUS P5P43TD PRO 2-13
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    Power Boot Tools Exit CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP Configure CPU. 2.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Sets the ration between CPU core
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    appears only when you installed an Intel® CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled] Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep® Technology. When set to [Enabled], you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system
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    Onboard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN controller. This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to
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    . Plug and Play O/S [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS P5P43TD PRO 2-17
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    settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] ACPI APIC Support S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (
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    [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the Power fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed. ASUS P5P43TD PRO 2-19
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    that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [Removable Dev] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while
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    you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 1.9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor Access] - allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility. ASUS P5P43TD PRO 2-21
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    the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. To set a User Password: 1. Select 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
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    Timer Reset User Data AI NET 2 [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility supports 1. FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2. NTFS (read only) 3. CD-DISC (read only) 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press , a confirmation
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    for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window
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