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...trademarks or copyrights of alteration is defaced or missing. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. 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. Products and corporate names appearing in ...
...trademarks or copyrights of alteration is defaced or missing. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. 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. Products and corporate names appearing in ...
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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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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. ix
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... up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more workspace. See page 1-27 for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. The...provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the optional ASUS DVI-ADD2 card. See page 1-20 for details. See page 2-22 and the Appendix for details. Enhanced Intel... for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS P5GD1-VM 1-3
... up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more workspace. See page 1-27 for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. The...provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the optional ASUS DVI-ADD2 card. See page 1-20 for details. See page 2-22 and the Appendix for details. Enhanced Intel... for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS P5GD1-VM 1-3
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... a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from a floppy disk. See page 2-5 for details. See pages 1-24 and 1-29 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before...
... a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from a floppy disk. See page 2-5 for details. See pages 1-24 and 1-29 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before...
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... PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI-Express x16 slot. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot.... 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a DVI-ADD2 card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. The figure shows a network card installed on a PCI slot. ...
... PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI-Express x16 slot. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot.... 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a DVI-ADD2 card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. The figure shows a network card installed on a PCI slot. ...
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Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. P5GD1-VM USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC ® USB56 1 P5GD1-VM USB 2.0 connectors USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1394 cable to ... is purchased separately. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6 . USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS P5GD1-VM 1-29 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
Connect the USB/GAME module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. P5GD1-VM USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC ® USB56 1 P5GD1-VM USB 2.0 connectors USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1394 cable to ... is purchased separately. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6 . USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS P5GD1-VM 1-29 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
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...with a minimum 350 W power rating. This PSU type has a 24-pin and 4-pin ATX power plugs. • If you use an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 power supply unit (PSU) with a 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, make sure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15A on... to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. 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 ...
...with a minimum 350 W power rating. This PSU type has a 24-pin and 4-pin ATX power plugs. • If you use an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 power supply unit (PSU) with a 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, make sure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15A on... to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. 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 ...
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2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the selected item. To display the sub-menu, select the item ...
2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the selected item. To display the sub-menu, select the item ...
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...] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select CDROM if you are not user-configurable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS setup
...] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select CDROM if you are not user-configurable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS setup
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...: [S-ATA+P-ATA] [SATA mode] [P-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out [35] Selects the time out value for advanced users only. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. AMIBIOS Version : 08.00.10 Build Date : 06/10/04 Processor Type Speed Count : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz : 3200 MHz : 1 System Memory Size : 248MB AMI... setting, you may use native OS on Serial ATA and Parallel ATA ports. We recommend that you did not install any of the general system specifications.
...: [S-ATA+P-ATA] [SATA mode] [P-ATA] IDE Detect Time Out [35] Selects the time out value for advanced users only. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. AMIBIOS Version : 08.00.10 Build Date : 06/10/04 Processor Type Speed Count : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz : 3200 MHz : 1 System Memory Size : 248MB AMI... setting, you may use native OS on Serial ATA and Parallel ATA ports. We recommend that you did not install any of the general system specifications.
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... Timer [64] Allows you to set the slot number. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto] Allows you to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is installed in units of PCI/PnP devices.
... Timer [64] Allows you to set the slot number. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card [Auto] Allows you to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is installed in units of PCI/PnP devices.
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... Resume [No] Determines whether to change the settings for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. 2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to invoke VGA BIOS post on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GD1-VM 2-27 Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or...
... Resume [No] Determines whether to change the settings for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. 2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to invoke VGA BIOS post on S3/STR resume. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5GD1-VM 2-27 Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or...
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.... Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to set to Enabled. ASUS P5GD1-VM 2-29 Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to display the detected temperatures. Select this item shows I n s t a l l e d. Configuration options: [Disabled...
.... Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to set to Enabled. ASUS P5GD1-VM 2-29 Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to display the detected temperatures. Select this item shows I n s t a l l e d. Configuration options: [Disabled...
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...] CPU Fan Ratio [Auto] Allows you to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. If the fan is set the CPU temperature threshold when the CPU fan speed is Enabled. When this field is not connected to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for the system...
...] CPU Fan Ratio [Auto] Allows you to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. If the fan is set the CPU temperature threshold when the CPU fan speed is Enabled. When this field is not connected to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for the system...
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Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. 3-6 Chapter 3: Software support Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. 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 Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. 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.
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All Rights Reserved. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, 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, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). or (2) the serial...
All Rights Reserved. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, 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, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). or (2) the serial...
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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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... -point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in the 775-land package with existing PCI specifications. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 4 GB of content...fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O controller hub that speeds up to 400 MHz, and PCI Express x16 interface for details. 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...
... -point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in the 775-land package with existing PCI specifications. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 4 GB of content...fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O controller hub that speeds up to 400 MHz, and PCI Express x16 interface for details. 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...