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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-25 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-25 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-25 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 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-25 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-25 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-25 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 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System...
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...to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you need when installing ...; If the power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are not damaged. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and...
...to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you need when installing ...; If the power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are not damaged. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and...
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P5G41T-M LX3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS EPU-L 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x COM port 1 x VGA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x audio jacks 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x ...
P5G41T-M LX3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS EPU-L 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x COM port 1 x VGA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x audio jacks 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x ...
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... settings when the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 1-3 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to energy consumptions. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the latest...
... settings when the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 1-3 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to energy consumptions. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the latest...
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... CHA_FAN Intel® G41 ICS AUDIO 9LRS954 2 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power EATXPWR ATHEROS 8151 Super I/O PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 P5G41T-M LX3 Intel® ICH7 SATA3 SATA4 PCI1 ALC887 SPEAKER SB_PWR USB56 USB78 F_PANEL SATA1 SATA2 8Mb BIOS 7 SPDIF_OUT CLRTC AAFP USBPW5-8 14 13 12 11 3 10 9 8 7 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. Intel LGA775...
... CHA_FAN Intel® G41 ICS AUDIO 9LRS954 2 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power EATXPWR ATHEROS 8151 Super I/O PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 P5G41T-M LX3 Intel® ICH7 SATA3 SATA4 PCI1 ALC887 SPEAKER SB_PWR USB56 USB78 F_PANEL SATA1 SATA2 8Mb BIOS 7 SPDIF_OUT CLRTC AAFP USBPW5-8 14 13 12 11 3 10 9 8 7 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. Intel LGA775...
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... the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to do not need to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for the expansion card... injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
... the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to do not need to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for the expansion card... injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
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... down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 1-17 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to...
... down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 1-17 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to...
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KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5G41T-M LX3 P5G41T-M LX3 Keyboard Power Setting 3. otherwise, the system would not power up feature. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, 3-pin USBPW5-8) Set these jumpers to +5V to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. Set to +5VSB to wake up from ...that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-8 12 23 P5G41T-M LX3 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5G41T-M LX3 USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can wake up the computer from S1 ...
KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5G41T-M LX3 P5G41T-M LX3 Keyboard Power Setting 3. otherwise, the system would not power up feature. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, 3-pin USBPW5-8) Set these jumpers to +5V to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. Set to +5VSB to wake up from ...that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-8 12 23 P5G41T-M LX3 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5G41T-M LX3 USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can wake up the computer from S1 ...
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...AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P5G41T-M LX3 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P5G41T-M LX3 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. 6.... If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup ...
...AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P5G41T-M LX3 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P5G41T-M LX3 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. 6.... If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup ...
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... utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. c. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-1 From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs...
... utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: Updating from the Internet, then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. c. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-1 From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs...
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...partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to enable it. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X/Q80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M LX3 VER: 0204 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/30/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown ...‑based utility. b. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. When the correct BIOS file is found . Updating from a file, then click Next. Go to the...
...partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to enable it. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X/Q80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M LX3 VER: 0204 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/30/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown ...‑based utility. b. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. When the correct BIOS file is found . Updating from a file, then click Next. Go to the...
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... down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-3 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P5G4TML3.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be...
... down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-3 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P5G4TML3.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be...
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...system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in this section are for reference ...purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on . Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press...
...system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in this section are for reference ...purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on . Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press...
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.... Storage Configuration System Information Select Screen Select Item +- Advanced For changing the advanced system settings. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Main Advanced Power Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Tue 12/07/2010] ...SATA 1 :[Not Detected] SATA 2 :[Not Detected] SATA 3 :[Not Detected] SATA 4 :[Not Detected] General help Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to configure system Time. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3...
.... Storage Configuration System Information Select Screen Select Item +- Advanced For changing the advanced system settings. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Main Advanced Power Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Tue 12/07/2010] ...SATA 1 :[Not Detected] SATA 2 :[Not Detected] SATA 3 :[Not Detected] SATA 4 :[Not Detected] General help Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to configure system Time. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3...
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... specific items for the menu items. If an item is a brief description of the navigation keys differ from one screen to select a field. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [EDniOsapabtbilloendesd] Enabled Use [ENTER], [TAB] or... another. 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the right side of a menu screen when there Select Screen Select Item +- Some of the selected item. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information
... specific items for the menu items. If an item is a brief description of the navigation keys differ from one screen to select a field. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [EDniOsapabtbilloendesd] Enabled Use [ENTER], [TAB] or... another. 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the right side of a menu screen when there Select Screen Select Item +- Some of the selected item. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information
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...System Information Select Screen Select Item +- The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-7 There is installed in the system....Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system date. 2.3.3 SATA1~4 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the basic system information. Setting to select a field. These items show Not Detected if no SATA device ...
...System Information Select Screen Select Item +- The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-7 There is installed in the system....Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system date. 2.3.3 SATA1~4 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the basic system information. Setting to select a field. These items show Not Detected if no SATA device ...
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.... Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO...
.... Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO...
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... Take caution when changing the settings of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP Adjust System frequency/voltage... system devices. loads the optimal settings for stability when overclocking. loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for the system. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-9 Ai Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to ...
... Take caution when changing the settings of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP Adjust System frequency/voltage... system devices. loads the optimal settings for stability when overclocking. loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for the system. ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-9 Ai Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to ...
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... v 1067MHz v 1100MHz v Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to 800. CPU Frequency [xxx] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. Configuration options: [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Test Mode] DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the AI ...Profile]. The values range from 200 to become unstable! Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Allows you to the default setting. 2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information Use the and keys to the table below for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings. The value of this ...
... v 1067MHz v 1100MHz v Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to 800. CPU Frequency [xxx] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. Configuration options: [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Test Mode] DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the AI ...Profile]. The values range from 200 to become unstable! Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Allows you to the default setting. 2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information Use the and keys to the table below for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings. The value of this ...
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.... Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. to adjust the voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] NB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VTT voltage. ...4600V with extended CPUID functions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-11 Configuration options: [Auto] CPU Vcore [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the Auto PSI mode. C1E Support [Enabled...
.... Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. to adjust the voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] NB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VTT voltage. ...4600V with extended CPUID functions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5G41T-M LX3 2-11 Configuration options: [Auto] CPU Vcore [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the Auto PSI mode. C1E Support [Enabled...