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Contents Notices...v Safety information vi About this guide vi P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI specifications summary viii Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents ... Support CD information 1-15 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 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.3 Main menu 2-4 2.3.1 System Time 2-4 2.3.2 System Date 2-4 2.3.3 Primary IDE/SATA1-2 ...
Contents Notices...v Safety information vi About this guide vi P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI specifications summary viii Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents ... Support CD information 1-15 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 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.3 Main menu 2-4 2.3.1 System Time 2-4 2.3.2 System Date 2-4 2.3.3 Primary IDE/SATA1-2 ...
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... ports at back panel ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x VGA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x COM port 6-channel audio I/O port (continued on the next page) viii P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI specifications summary CPU Chipset ...Front Side Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Features Rear panel LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad/ Core™2 Extreme ...
... ports at back panel ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x VGA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x COM port 6-channel audio I/O port (continued on the next page) viii P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI specifications summary CPU Chipset ...Front Side Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Features Rear panel LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad/ Core™2 Extreme ...
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ix P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support CD contents Accessories Form factor 1 x High Definition front panel audio connector 2 x USB 2.0 connectors supports additional 4 USB ports 2 x ... 12 V power connector 1 x System Panel connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL, PXE,RPL, WOR, PME Wake Up Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update utility 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Ultra ATA66 cable I/O shield User manual uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.0 in (24.4 cm x 17.8cm) *Specifications are subject...
ix P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support CD contents Accessories Form factor 1 x High Definition front panel audio connector 2 x USB 2.0 connectors supports additional 4 USB ports 2 x ... 12 V power connector 1 x System Panel connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL, PXE,RPL, WOR, PME Wake Up Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update utility 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Ultra ATA66 cable I/O shield User manual uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.0 in (24.4 cm x 17.8cm) *Specifications are subject...
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... is ON, in sleep mode, or in your motherboard package. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to page ix for buying an ASUS® P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI motherboard! If any motherboard component. This is a reminder that the system is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.1 Before you proceed Take note...
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... Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, and 2GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. 1-3 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets...
... Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, and 2GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. 1-3 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1-5 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
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...port. Ensure to wake up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to install expansion cards. Visit the ASUS website at (www.asus.com) for installation details. SS - Refer to the technical documentation that complies with your expansion card for the latest QVL.... USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. 1-7 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of...
...port. Ensure to wake up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to install expansion cards. Visit the ASUS website at (www.asus.com) for installation details. SS - Refer to the technical documentation that complies with your expansion card for the latest QVL.... USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. 1-7 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of...
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... No link Data activity Data activity Status OFF OFF Green Speed LED Description No link 10M 100M ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 1-9 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI LAN (RJ-45) port. Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2_USBPW1-4) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard/mouse and USB port 5-6 wake...
... No link Data activity Data activity Status OFF OFF Green Speed LED Description No link 10M 100M ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 1-9 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI LAN (RJ-45) port. Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2_USBPW1-4) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard/mouse and USB port 5-6 wake...
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... on the Ultra DMA cable connector. Connect the USB module cable to match the covered hole on the IDE connector is purchased separately. 1-11 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI 2. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. If any of these connectors, then install the module...
... on the Ultra DMA cable connector. Connect the USB module cable to match the covered hole on the IDE connector is purchased separately. 1-11 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI 2. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. If any of these connectors, then install the module...
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... is for ATX power supply plugs. 6. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to hear system beeps and warnings. 1-13 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI The power supply plugs are for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker.
... is for ATX power supply plugs. 6. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to hear system beeps and warnings. 1-13 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI The power supply plugs are for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker.
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Refer to your computer. To run the CD. 1-15 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your computer, browse the contents of the Support CD to install ...
Refer to your computer. To run the CD. 1-15 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your computer, browse the contents of the Support CD to install ...
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...reset the system while updating the BIOS to use a DOS‑based utility. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and press to display the ...following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.25 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P5KPL-AM VER: 0201 (H:00 B:00) DATE: 01...
...reset the system while updating the BIOS to use a DOS‑based utility. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and press to display the ...following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.25 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P5KPL-AM VER: 0201 (H:00 B:00) DATE: 01...
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... to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply to most conditions to your system, or prompted to set the system date. 2-4 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program when you see on . Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [14:14...
... to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply to most conditions to your system, or prompted to set the system date. 2-4 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program when you see on . Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [14:14...
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... caution when changing the settings of CPU overclocking options to malfunction. allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. loads overclocking profiles with spread spectrum. 2-6 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Select either one of the general system specifications. Overclock Profile - ATA/IDE Configuration [Enhanced] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible] [Enhanced] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA...
... caution when changing the settings of CPU overclocking options to malfunction. allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. loads overclocking profiles with spread spectrum. 2-6 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Select either one of the general system specifications. Overclock Profile - ATA/IDE Configuration [Enhanced] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible] [Enhanced] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA...
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... you enable the USB 2.0 Controller item. This item appears only when you to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-8 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is set in CMOS, then the actual and set the USB 2.0 controller mode to change the configuration...
... you enable the USB 2.0 Controller item. This item appears only when you to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-8 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is set in CMOS, then the actual and set the USB 2.0 controller mode to change the configuration...
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... resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-10 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.6 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to the PCI VGA card even if requested. When set to...
... resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-10 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.6 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to the PCI VGA card even if requested. When set to...
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... not wish to display the detected temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-12 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Turning an external modem off causes an initialization string that provides at least 1A on . MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware...
... not wish to display the detected temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-12 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Turning an external modem off causes an initialization string that provides at least 1A on . MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware...
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... to change the system security settings. allows access but does not allow change the supervisor password, follow the same steps in the Setup utility. 2-14 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Select an item then press to any field. [Limited] -
... to change the system security settings. allows access but does not allow change the supervisor password, follow the same steps in the Setup utility. 2-14 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI Select an item then press to any field. [Limited] -
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... make other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. 2-16 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI menu. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on the Setup menus. Exit & Discard Changes Select this option, a confirmation appears...
... make other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. 2-16 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/ROEM/SI menu. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on the Setup menus. Exit & Discard Changes Select this option, a confirmation appears...