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......vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P5G43T-M 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 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-10 1.6.3 Uninstalling the...
......vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P5G43T-M 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 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-10 1.6.3 Uninstalling the...
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... 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-20 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-21 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 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...
... 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-20 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-21 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 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...
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...dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in municipal waste. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of electronic products. This equipment...received including interference that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. vi This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that may cause harmful ...
...dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for radio noise emissions from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in municipal waste. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of electronic products. This equipment...received including interference that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. vi This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that may cause harmful ...
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... EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. • DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are connected. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from...
... EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. • DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are connected. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from...
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...;c�t. These documents are also provided. Conventions used throughout this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to help you must press the Enter or Return key. ++ If you MUST follow to... information to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: ++ viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Example: means that you complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that may have been added ...
...;c�t. These documents are also provided. Conventions used throughout this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to help you must press the Enter or Return key. ++ If you MUST follow to... information to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: ++ viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Example: means that you complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that may have been added ...
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...continued on the next page) ix resolution 1920 x 1200 (@60Hz) Supports RGB with max. P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Graphics Audio USB LGA775 socket ... 1333*(O.C.)/1066/800MHz memory modules - We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 1759MB Supports HDMI™ Technology with Microsoft® DirectX10 support Maximum...8GB system memory * Supports one DIMM per channel only when overclocking to www.asus.com for Intel® C��o�re�™�2��...
...continued on the next page) ix resolution 1920 x 1200 (@60Hz) Supports RGB with max. P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Graphics Audio USB LGA775 socket ... 1333*(O.C.)/1066/800MHz memory modules - We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 1759MB Supports HDMI™ Technology with Microsoft® DirectX10 support Maximum...8GB system memory * Supports one DIMM per channel only when overclocking to www.asus.com for Intel® C��o�re�™�2��...
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... features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with 1333/ 1066/ 800 MHz FSB. Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the 45nm manufacturing process. ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-1
... features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with 1333/ 1066/ 800 MHz FSB. Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the 45nm manufacturing process. ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-1
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...any component. • Before handling components, use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on a grounded ...you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. This is detached from the power supply. SB_PWR P5G43T-M PRO ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P5G43T-M PRO Onboard...
...any component. • Before handling components, use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on a grounded ...you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. This is detached from the power supply. SB_PWR P5G43T-M PRO ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P5G43T-M PRO Onboard...
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... can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Ensure that you place it . Do not overtighten ...the screws! 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P5G43T-M PRO ASUS P5G43T-M PRO...
... can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Ensure that you place it . Do not overtighten ...the screws! 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P5G43T-M PRO ASUS P5G43T-M PRO...
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ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core /Celeron® dual-core /Celeron® processors. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan cable...
ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core /Celeron® dual-core /Celeron® processors. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan cable...
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... from the load plate window to the left corner of the arrow to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. CPU notch Gold triangle mark Alignment key 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket then fit the socket...
... from the load plate window to the left corner of the arrow to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. CPU notch Gold triangle mark Alignment key 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket then fit the socket...
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...Ensure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® ...LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in place. Place the heatsink on top of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but the installation steps and functions should remain the same. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly...
...Ensure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® ...LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in place. Place the heatsink on top of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but the installation steps and functions should remain the same. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly...
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... way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. P5G43T-M PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Apacer Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Crucial... or more efficient cooling system to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the next page) ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-13 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. •...
... way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. P5G43T-M PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Apacer Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Corsair Crucial... or more efficient cooling system to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the next page) ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-13 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. •...
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... socket. 2 1 DDR3 DIMM notch ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-17 Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. To install a DIMM: 1. Firmly insert the DIMM... into a socket to unlock the DIMM. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before...
... socket. 2 1 DDR3 DIMM notch ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-17 Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. To install a DIMM: 1. Firmly insert the DIMM... into a socket to unlock the DIMM. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before...
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...the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that complies with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Otherwise, conflicts will arise ... BIOS setup. 2. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. ...
...the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that complies with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Otherwise, conflicts will arise ... BIOS setup. 2. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. ...
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... orientation. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is inadequate. 3. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to install additional devices. 2. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P5G43T-M PRO GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts...
... orientation. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is inadequate. 3. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to install additional devices. 2. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P5G43T-M PRO GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts...
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... (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND SATA1... GND GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND P5G43T-M PRO SATA5 SATA6 P5G43T-M PRO SATA connectors Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. 5. COM1 PIN 1 P5G43T-M PRO P5G43T-M PRO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-23 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These...
... (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND SATA1... GND GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND P5G43T-M PRO SATA5 SATA6 P5G43T-M PRO SATA connectors Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. 5. COM1 PIN 1 P5G43T-M PRO P5G43T-M PRO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 1-23 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These...
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...SLIN# GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND STB# PD0 PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT P5G43T-M PRO PIN 1 P5G43T-M PRO Parallel Port Connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC... USB910 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND P5G43T-M PRO USB2.0 connectors USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB78 PIN 1 Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 8. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. LPT...
...SLIN# GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND STB# PD0 PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT P5G43T-M PRO PIN 1 P5G43T-M PRO Parallel Port Connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC... USB910 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND P5G43T-M PRO USB2.0 connectors USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB78 PIN 1 Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 8. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. LPT...
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... Systems (OS). The contents of the Support DVD are subject to maximize the features of the Support DVD to the optical drive. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to change at www.asus.com for reference only. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is for updates.
... Systems (OS). The contents of the Support DVD are subject to maximize the features of the Support DVD to the optical drive. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to change at www.asus.com for reference only. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is for updates.
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... motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-1 The Drivers menu appears. 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Follow the onscreen instructions to...
... motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-1 The Drivers menu appears. 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Follow the onscreen instructions to...