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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P5KPL-AM 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 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.5.3 1.5.4 Placement direction 1-5 Screw holes 1-5 Motherboard layout 1-6 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 1.6.2 1.6.3 Installing the CPU 1-7 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-10 Uninstalling...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P5KPL-AM 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 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.5.3 1.5.4 Placement direction 1-5 Screw holes 1-5 Motherboard layout 1-6 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 1.6.2 1.6.3 Installing the CPU 1-7 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-10 Uninstalling...
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1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis P5KPL-AM ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-5 Failure to ensure that you place it . Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles...
1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis P5KPL-AM ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-5 Failure to ensure that you place it . Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles...
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...the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 ...DIMM_B1 128 Pins P5KPL-AM 112 Pins P5KPL-AM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Install a memory module in DIMM_A1 slot to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to support the Intel® Quiet ...
...the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 ...DIMM_B1 128 Pins P5KPL-AM 112 Pins P5KPL-AM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Install a memory module in DIMM_A1 slot to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to support the Intel® Quiet ...
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...). These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of IDE drive. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit System Time 20:46:57] System Date [Fri 02/08/2002] Legacy Diskette...
...). These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of IDE drive. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit System Time 20:46:57] System Date [Fri 02/08/2002] Legacy Diskette...
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...you to set or change the configurations for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2-10 ASUS P5KPL-AM When set to [Auto], the data transfer from and to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports ...supports multi-sector transfer feature. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the ...
...you to set or change the configurations for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2-10 ASUS P5KPL-AM When set to [Auto], the data transfer from and to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports ...supports multi-sector transfer feature. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the ...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P5KPL-AM specifications summary x 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 ASUS Special features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P5KPL-AM specifications summary x 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 ASUS Special features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink...
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... below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct... orientation. Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. Failure to ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis P5KPL-AM ASUS P5KPL-AM 1- 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you place it . Make sure to the chassis.
... below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct... orientation. Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. Failure to ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis P5KPL-AM ASUS P5KPL-AM 1- 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you place it . Make sure to the chassis.
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...compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-15 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the ...location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM1 DIMM2 128 Pins P5KPL-AM 112 Pins P5KPL-AM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Install a memory module in DIMM_A1 slot to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance.
...compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-15 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the ...location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM1 DIMM2 128 Pins P5KPL-AM 112 Pins P5KPL-AM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Install a memory module in DIMM_A1 slot to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance.
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... the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you an overview of floppy drive installed.
... the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you an overview of floppy drive installed.
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Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. AMIBIOS Version : 0301 Build Date : 04/24/08 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz Speed : 2800MHz Count : 2 System Memory Installed Size: 512MB Usable Size: 503MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-17
Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. AMIBIOS Version : 0301 Build Date : 04/24/08 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz Speed : 2800MHz Count : 2 System Memory Installed Size: 512MB Usable Size: 503MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-17
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii P5KPL-AM specifications summary x 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 ASUS Special features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-11 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-13 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii P5KPL-AM specifications summary x 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 ASUS Special features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-11 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-13 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink...
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... do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P5KPL-AM ASUS P5KPL-AM 1- Make sure to ...unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into it. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the...
... do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P5KPL-AM ASUS P5KPL-AM 1- Make sure to ...unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into it. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the...
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ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-17 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM1 DIMM2 128 Pins P5KPL-AM 112 Pins P5KPL-AM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Install a memory module in DIMM_A1 slot to the ... a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules...
ASUS P5KPL-AM 1-17 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM1 DIMM2 128 Pins P5KPL-AM 112 Pins P5KPL-AM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Install a memory module in DIMM_A1 slot to the ... a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules...
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... the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you an overview of floppy drive installed. System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 IDE Configuration System Information [20...
... the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you to set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you an overview of floppy drive installed. System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 IDE Configuration System Information [20...
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AMIBIOS Version : 0301 Build Date : 04/24/08 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz Speed : 2800MHz Count : 2 System Memory Installed Size: 512MB Usable Size: 503MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-17 System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory.
AMIBIOS Version : 0301 Build Date : 04/24/08 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz Speed : 2800MHz Count : 2 System Memory Installed Size: 512MB Usable Size: 503MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-17 System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory.