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... transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; Products and corporate names appearing in writing by the purchaser for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express ... EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, ...
... transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; Products and corporate names appearing in writing by the purchaser for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express ... EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, ...
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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii P5GD1-VM specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii P5GD1-VM specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-...
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ix P5GD1-VM specifications summary Rear panel Internal connectors Power requirement 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 8-channel audio ports 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x VGA port 1 x Serial port 1 x ...-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Form factor Support CD contents Micro ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update Utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ix P5GD1-VM specifications summary Rear panel Internal connectors Power requirement 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 8-channel audio ports 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x VGA port 1 x Serial port 1 x ...-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Form factor Support CD contents Micro ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update Utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... rate. See page 1-20 for details. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the optional ASUS DVI-ADD2 card. ASUS P5GD1-VM 1-3 The GMCH provides the interface for more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to...Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages the CPU resources by carrying data in the 775-land package with existing PCI specifications. Dual display technology support (optional) The integrated graphics engine supports dual display technology and TV out function through the Serial ATA...
... rate. See page 1-20 for details. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the optional ASUS DVI-ADD2 card. ASUS P5GD1-VM 1-3 The GMCH provides the interface for more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to...Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages the CPU resources by carrying data in the 775-land package with existing PCI specifications. Dual display technology support (optional) The integrated graphics engine supports dual display technology and TV out function through the Serial ATA...
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...home theater decoders to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. see page 2-7 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS MyLogo™ This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. 8-channel high definition audio Onboard... Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit audio). USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 2.0. No need to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
...home theater decoders to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. see page 2-7 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS MyLogo™ This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. 8-channel high definition audio Onboard... Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit audio). USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 2.0. No need to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
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... on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI-Express x16 slot. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN... card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI ...
... on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI-Express x16 slot. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN... card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI ...
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These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of the system chassis. P5GD1-VM USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB...
These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of the system chassis. P5GD1-VM USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB...
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...type has a 24-pin and 4-pin ATX power plugs. • If you intend to fit these connectors in only one orientation. 7 . ATX12V1 EATXPWR1 P5GD1-VM GND +12V DC ® P5GD1-VM ATX power connectors GND +3 Volts +12V DC +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts...additional devices. 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is recommended that you use an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 power supply unit (PSU) with a higher power rating if you intend to use of 350 W.
...type has a 24-pin and 4-pin ATX power plugs. • If you intend to fit these connectors in only one orientation. 7 . ATX12V1 EATXPWR1 P5GD1-VM GND +12V DC ® P5GD1-VM ATX power connectors GND +3 Volts +12V DC +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts...additional devices. 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is recommended that you use an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 power supply unit (PSU) with a higher power rating if you intend to use of 350 W.
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... . 2.2.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for that the iteam has a sub-menu. 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the menu items. If an item is a brief description of the field opposite the item.
... . 2.2.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for that the iteam has a sub-menu. 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the menu items. If an item is a brief description of the field opposite the item.
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... mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS setup These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. 2.3.4 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE drive. Type [Auto...
... mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS setup These items show N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. 2.3.4 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE drive. Type [Auto...
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... [S-ATA+P-ATA] [SATA mode] [P-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out [35] Selects the time out value for better OS compatibility. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of these options and ... in this setting, you may use native OS on the Parallel ATA ports o n l y i f you did not install any of the general system specifications. Enhanced Mode Support On [SATA mode] The default setting SATA allows you to the default setting S A T A. The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options ...
... [S-ATA+P-ATA] [SATA mode] [P-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out [35] Selects the time out value for better OS compatibility. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of these options and ... in this setting, you may use native OS on the Parallel ATA ports o n l y i f you did not install any of the general system specifications. Enhanced Mode Support On [SATA mode] The default setting SATA allows you to the default setting S A T A. The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options ...
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... operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Plug and Play O/S [No] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to the PCI VGA card even if requested. When set to select the value...
... operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Plug and Play O/S [No] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use PCI bus mastering when reading/writing to the PCI VGA card even if requested. When set to select the value...
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...APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [No] [No] [Enabled] Select the ACPI state used for system suspend. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GD1-VM 2-27 Select an item then press to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM) and Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). Suspend Mode...). 2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to display the configuration options.
...APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [No] [No] [Enabled] Select the ACPI state used for system suspend. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GD1-VM 2-27 Select an item then press to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM) and Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). Suspend Mode...). 2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No] Allows you to display the configuration options.
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Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.6 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed CPU ... that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ASUS P5GD1-VM 2-29 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Keyboard Wakeup Password This item appears only when the Power On By PS/2 Keyboard is set or change the ...
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.6 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed CPU ... that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ASUS P5GD1-VM 2-29 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Keyboard Wakeup Password This item appears only when the Power On By PS/2 Keyboard is set or change the ...
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... hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). When this field is increased to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for the system. Configuration options: [Auto] [90%] [80%] [70%] [60%] CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC] Allows you... fan speed ratio when operating a low CPU temperature. This item appears only when the CPU Q-Fan Control item is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A.
... hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). When this field is increased to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for the system. Configuration options: [Auto] [90%] [80%] [70%] [60%] CPU Target Temperature [xxxºC] Allows you... fan speed ratio when operating a low CPU temperature. This item appears only when the CPU Q-Fan Control item is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A.
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Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the support CD. 3.2.5 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the motherboard. Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. 3-6 Chapter 3: Software support
Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the support CD. 3.2.5 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the motherboard. Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. 3-6 Chapter 3: Software support
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..., LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE... SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS.
..., LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE... SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS.
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Contents Notices 1-vi Safety information 1-vii Operation safety 1-vii P5GD1-VM specifications summary 1-viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 16.1 Installling the CPU 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and ...
Contents Notices 1-vi Safety information 1-vii Operation safety 1-vii P5GD1-VM specifications summary 1-viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 16.1 Installling the CPU 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and ...
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ix P5GD1-VM specifications summary Rear panel 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 8-channel audio ports 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x VGA port 1 x Serial port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Internal ... ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Micro ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update Utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ix P5GD1-VM specifications summary Rear panel 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 8-channel audio ports 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x VGA port 1 x Serial port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Internal ... ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Micro ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe ASUS Live Update Utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... DDR at speeds of content on both VGA and LCD monitors for a graphics card. See page 1-26 for thinner, more workspace. ASUS P5GD1-VM 1-3 Dual-channel DDR memory support Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the motherboard supports up the PCI bus. See page... and up to -point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in the 775-land package with existing PCI specifications. The Intel® ICH6 Southbridge represents the sixth generation I /O interconnect technology that provides the interface for enhanced 3D, 2D, and...
... DDR at speeds of content on both VGA and LCD monitors for a graphics card. See page 1-26 for thinner, more workspace. ASUS P5GD1-VM 1-3 Dual-channel DDR memory support Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the motherboard supports up the PCI bus. See page... and up to -point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in the 775-land package with existing PCI specifications. The Intel® ICH6 Southbridge represents the sixth generation I /O interconnect technology that provides the interface for enhanced 3D, 2D, and...