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Chapter 1: Product introduction

PCI Express architecture

PCI Express is the latest I/O interconnect technology that replaces the

existing PCI. With a bus bandwidth two times higher than that of AGP 8X

interface, PCI Express x16 bus performs much better in applications such

as 3D gaming.

Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology

This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA)

3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and

doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data saving and retrieval.

S/PDIF digital sound ready

This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home

theater audio systems via the S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital

Interface) jack. It allows digital audio transfer and keeps the best signal

quality.

Gigabit LAN solution

The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. It is

enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power

management for advanced operating systems.

IEEE 1394a support

IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio

/ video appliance such as digital television, digital video camcorders,

storage peripherals and other portable devices.

1.3.2

Innovative ASUS features

ASUS MyLogo2™

This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into 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 technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU fan

speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to work

in distraction-free environment with minimal noise.

Section	Page
Notices	6
Safety information	7
About this guide	7
P5P43TD PRO specifications summary	9
Chapter 1	11
Chapter 1: Product introduction	11
1.1 Welcome!	11
1.2 Package contents	11
1.3 Special features	11
1.3.1 Product highlights	11
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features	12
1.4 Before you proceed	14
1.5 Motherboard overview	15
1.5.1 Placement direction	15
1.5.2 Screw holes	15
1.5.3 Motherboard layout	16
1.5.4 Layout contents	16
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	17
1.6.1 Installing the CPU	17
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan	20
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan	21
1.7 System memory	22
1.7.1 Overview	22
1.7.2 Memory configurations	23
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM	27
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	28
1.8 Expansion slots	29
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	29
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	29
1.8.3 PCI slots	29
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots	29
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot	29
1.9 Jumpers	30
1.10 Connectors	31
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors	31
1.10.2 Internal connectors	32
1.11 Software support	38
1.11.1 Installing an operating system	38
1.11.2 Support DVD information	38
Chapter 2	39
Chapter 2: BIOS information	39
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	39
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	39
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility	40
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	41
2.2 BIOS setup program	42
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen	43
2.2.2 Menu bar	43
2.2.3 Navigation keys	44
2.2.4 Menu items	44
2.2.5 Submenu items	44
2.2.6 Configuration fields	44
2.2.7 Pop-up window	44
2.2.8 Scroll bar	44
2.2.9 General help	44
2.3 Main menu	45
2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	45
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	45
2.3.3 SATA 1-6	45
2.3.4 Storage Configuration	46
2.3.5 System Information	47
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	47
2.5 Advanced menu	52
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	52
2.5.2 Chipset	53
2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration	53
2.5.4 USB Configuration	54
2.5.5 PCI PnP	55
2.6 Power menu	56
2.6.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]	56
2.6.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled]	56
2.6.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]	56
2.6.4 APM Configuration	56
2.6.5 Hardware Monitor	57
2.7 Boot menu	58
2.7.1 Boot Device Priority	58
2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration	58
2.7.3 Security	59
2.8 Tools menu	61
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2	61
2.8.2 Express Gate [Auto]	61
2.8.3 AI NET 2	61

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