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... 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 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11 4.2.5 Sub-menu items...
... 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 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11 4.2.5 Sub-menu items...
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... Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard ...CPU features and technologies that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power ...
... Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard ...CPU features and technologies that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power ...
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... to 3200MHz - ASUS AI Gear 3 (ASUS EPU Utility) - ASUS AI Slot Detector ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS Intelligent overclocking tools: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - Diagnosis card - ASUS New Generation 8-Phase Power Design - vChipset (N.B.): 25-step DRAM voltage control - Memory tuning from 200MHz up to 150MHz at 0.00625V increment - P5E64 WS Evolution specifications AI Lifestyle...
... to 3200MHz - ASUS AI Gear 3 (ASUS EPU Utility) - ASUS AI Slot Detector ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS Intelligent overclocking tools: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - Diagnosis card - ASUS New Generation 8-Phase Power Design - vChipset (N.B.): 25-step DRAM voltage control - Memory tuning from 200MHz up to 150MHz at 0.00625V increment - P5E64 WS Evolution specifications AI Lifestyle...
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P5E64 WS Evolution specifications Internal connectors Rear panel connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 3 x USB connectors support six additional USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x Serial ATA connectors 1 ..., DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, AI NET 2, Chassis Intrusion, BIOS flash utility under DOS Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS AI Suite Anti-virus software Adobe Acrobat Reader ver 7.0 Microsoft Direct X ver 9.0C ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5...
P5E64 WS Evolution specifications Internal connectors Rear panel connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 3 x USB connectors support six additional USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x Serial ATA connectors 1 ..., DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, AI NET 2, Chassis Intrusion, BIOS flash utility under DOS Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS AI Suite Anti-virus software Adobe Acrobat Reader ver 7.0 Microsoft Direct X ver 9.0C ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5...
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... components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. See page 4-34 and 5-22 for details. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection... provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the specially designed PCB (printed ...
... components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. See page 4-34 and 5-22 for details. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection... provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the specially designed PCB (printed ...
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.... See page 4-36 for a more colorful and vivid image on the power. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-7 Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 4-23 for details. See page 4-8 for details. Update your screen. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS O.C. Simply press the predefined hotkey to share and distribute their favorite settings. See...
.... See page 4-36 for a more colorful and vivid image on the power. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-7 Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 4-23 for details. See page 4-8 for details. Update your screen. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS O.C. Simply press the predefined hotkey to share and distribute their favorite settings. See...
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Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking. Due to overclocking, C.P.R. function. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction When the system hangs due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required before using C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R.
Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking. Due to overclocking, C.P.R. function. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction When the system hangs due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required before using C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R.
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30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) KB_USB56 EATX12V CPU_FAN PWR_FAN ...ADI 1988B VIA VT6308S AAFP DET_X4_1 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX4_1 ® DET_X16_1 PCIEX16_1 DET_X16_2 PCIEX16_2 DET_PCI1 PCI1 DET_X16_3 P5E64 WS EVOLUTION PCIEX16_3 DET_PCI2 PCI2 DET_X16_4 PCIEX16_4 IE1394_2 COM1 CHA_FAN3 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB910 USB78 PEX8518... SATA3 Intel® ICH9R SATA6 SATA5 BIOS CHA_FAN2 CLRTC CHASSIS PANEL SB_PWR TPM Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-3
30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) KB_USB56 EATX12V CPU_FAN PWR_FAN ...ADI 1988B VIA VT6308S AAFP DET_X4_1 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX4_1 ® DET_X16_1 PCIEX16_1 DET_X16_2 PCIEX16_2 DET_PCI1 PCI1 DET_X16_3 P5E64 WS EVOLUTION PCIEX16_3 DET_PCI2 PCI2 DET_X16_4 PCIEX16_4 IE1394_2 COM1 CHA_FAN3 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB910 USB78 PEX8518... SATA3 Intel® ICH9R SATA6 SATA5 BIOS CHA_FAN2 CLRTC CHASSIS PANEL SB_PWR TPM Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-3
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... support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Secure the card... to the tables on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power ...
... support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Secure the card... to the tables on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power ...
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... setup information such as system passwords. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-23 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. You must turn ON the computer. 4. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date...the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ® CLRTC P5E64 WS EVOLUTION 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P5E64 WS Evolution Clear RTC RAM • You do not...
... setup information such as system passwords. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-23 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. You must turn ON the computer. 4. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date...the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ® CLRTC P5E64 WS EVOLUTION 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P5E64 WS Evolution Clear RTC RAM • You do not...
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.../eSATA item in the BIOS to create a RAID configuration using one of the audio ports in an 8-channel audio configuration. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. These ports connect to the audio configuration table below for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 13. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-25 Side Speaker...
.../eSATA item in the BIOS to create a RAID configuration using one of the audio ports in an 8-channel audio configuration. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. These ports connect to the audio configuration table below for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 13. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-25 Side Speaker...
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...ATA boot/data hard drives to these connectors, set , refer to 5.4.3 Intel RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to SATA device. right angle side 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information In Standard IDE mode, you may connect the right-angle...8226; Before creating a RAID set the Configure SATA as item in the motherboard support DVD. GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION R P5B GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND ...
...ATA boot/data hard drives to these connectors, set , refer to 5.4.3 Intel RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to SATA device. right angle side 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information In Standard IDE mode, you may connect the right-angle...8226; Before creating a RAID set the Configure SATA as item in the motherboard support DVD. GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION R P5B GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND ...
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...Refer to 5.2.4 Make Disk menu for Serial ATA signal cables that you cannot enter the Marvell RAID utility and SATA BIOS setup during POST. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-29 To configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10, install an internal Serial ATA hard disk drive...drive as a data disk. GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION SATA_E2 SATA_E1 P5E64 WS Evolution EXT_SATA connectors • Please install the Marvell® Controller driver before using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure that ...
...Refer to 5.2.4 Make Disk menu for Serial ATA signal cables that you cannot enter the Marvell RAID utility and SATA BIOS setup during POST. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-29 To configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10, install an internal Serial ATA hard disk drive...drive as a data disk. GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION SATA_E2 SATA_E1 P5E64 WS Evolution EXT_SATA connectors • Please install the Marvell® Controller driver before using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure that ...
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11. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector is for details. 12. See section 4.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel...helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION TPM P5E64 WS Evolution TPM connector ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-33 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable ...
11. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector is for details. 12. See section 4.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel...helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION TPM P5E64 WS Evolution TPM connector ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-33 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable ...
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...; Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the system power LED. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-35 P5E64 WS Evolution System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker...Activity LED. PWR Ground Reset Ground P5E64 WS EVOLUTION IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL ® IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. The system power LED ...
...; Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the system power LED. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-35 P5E64 WS Evolution System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker...Activity LED. PWR Ground Reset Ground P5E64 WS EVOLUTION IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL ® IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. The system power LED ...
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You may also install the G.P. Diagnosis card via a bundled 90degree TPM adaptor for memory detection and sizing D4 Memory test D5 Copy BIOS from ROM to RAM C0 Early CPU initiation C5 Wake up AP 0A Initiate KBC8042 0B Detect PS2 mouse 0C Detect PS2 keyboard 38 USB ... in APIC mode 01 S1 03 S3 04 S4 05 S5 10 Resume from S1 30 Resume from S3 40 Resume from S4 00 Leave BIOS and pass control to OS 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information Diagnosis card check codes D0 Initiate chip D1 Enable IO device for bootlock D2 Check and...
You may also install the G.P. Diagnosis card via a bundled 90degree TPM adaptor for memory detection and sizing D4 Memory test D5 Copy BIOS from ROM to RAM C0 Early CPU initiation C5 Wake up AP 0A Initiate KBC8042 0B Detect PS2 mouse 0C Detect PS2 keyboard 38 USB ... in APIC mode 01 S1 03 S3 04 S4 05 S5 10 Resume from S1 30 Resume from S3 40 Resume from S4 00 Leave BIOS and pass control to OS 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information Diagnosis card check codes D0 Initiate chip D1 Enable IO device for bootlock D2 Check and...
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... chassis. 4. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 3-1 Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. System power 6. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with ATX power...
... chassis. 4. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 3-1 Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. System power 6. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with ATX power...
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...mode or to section 4.6 Power Menu in Chapter 4 for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down the computer. ...3. Refer to soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. The power supply should ...
...mode or to section 4.6 Power Menu in Chapter 4 for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down the computer. ...3. Refer to soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. The power supply should ...
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Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. This chapter tells how to change the Chapter 4: BIOS se4tup system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. This chapter tells how to change the Chapter 4: BIOS se4tup system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
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Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-12 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu 4-17 4.5 Advanced menu 4-25 4.6 Power menu 4-31 4.7 Boot menu 4-35 4.8 Tools menu 4-39 4.9 Exit menu 4-42 ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-12 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu 4-17 4.5 Advanced menu 4-25 4.6 Power menu 4-31 4.7 Boot menu 4-35 4.8 Tools menu 4-39 4.9 Exit menu 4-42 ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution