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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P5P43TD/USB3 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 ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P5P43TD/USB3 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 ...
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...and Multi-streaming technologies - Optical S/PDIF out ports at the back panel (continued on the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). *** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you are using... less than 3GB. Supports up to 16GB system memory * We recommend that you install the memory modules on the next page) ix P5P43TD/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA775 Socket for Intel® CPU support list.
...and Multi-streaming technologies - Optical S/PDIF out ports at the back panel (continued on the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). *** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you are using... less than 3GB. Supports up to 16GB system memory * We recommend that you install the memory modules on the next page) ix P5P43TD/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA775 Socket for Intel® CPU support list.
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P5P43TD/USB3 specifications summary ASUS Special features Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS Turbo Key ASUS EPU-4 Engine Stack Cool 3 Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Express Gate ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 ... WOR by PME, WOR by Ring 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.8 in (30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) *...
P5P43TD/USB3 specifications summary ASUS Special features Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS Turbo Key ASUS EPU-4 Engine Stack Cool 3 Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Express Gate ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 ... WOR by PME, WOR by Ring 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.8 in (30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) *...
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...also supports Intel® CPUs in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5P43TD/USB3 motherboard! ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of the above items..., and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066MHz FSB. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield...
...also supports Intel® CPUs in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5P43TD/USB3 motherboard! ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of the above items..., and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066MHz FSB. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield...
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... the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-3 When installing it on your screen. ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the system, and any faulty cable connections are reported back...
... the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-3 When installing it on your screen. ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the system, and any faulty cable connections are reported back...
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... external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by...
... external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by...
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Before installing the CPU, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 ... resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® ...
Before installing the CPU, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 ... resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® ...
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... into the A retention tab. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into your eyes or touches your finger directly. 7. 6. B ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-9 If it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. If so, skip this step. To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with...
... into the A retention tab. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into your eyes or touches your finger directly. 7. 6. B ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-9 If it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. If so, skip this step. To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with...
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Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. A B A B B A B A ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-11 Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 3.
Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. A B A B B A B A ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-11 Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 3.
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...) chips or less. For effective use of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. P5P43TD/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. The system maps the total size of memory, we recommend that you install...
...) chips or less. For effective use of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. P5P43TD/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. The system maps the total size of memory, we recommend that you install...
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... - - •• • SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C - - •• • - - - - •• • Transcend TK243EDF3 9 - •• • Transcend TK243EAF3 9 - • Micron 9GF27D9KPT - - •• • ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-15 DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL GEIL F3-10666CL7T3GBPK(XMP) F3-10666CL9T...
... - - •• • SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C - - •• • - - - - •• • Transcend TK243EDF3 9 - •• • Transcend TK243EAF3 9 - • Micron 9GF27D9KPT - - •• • ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-15 DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL GEIL F3-10666CL7T3GBPK(XMP) F3-10666CL9T...
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... or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1 DIMM notch ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-17 DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM...
... or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1 DIMM notch ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-17 DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM...
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...! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-19 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to default values. Keep the...
...! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-19 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to default values. Keep the...
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... This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 10. These are available for connecting USB 3.0 devices. 8. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-21 These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. Only the 4-pin CPU fan... and chassis fan support the ASUS Q-FAN 2 feature. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting ...
... This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 10. These are available for connecting USB 3.0 devices. 8. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-21 These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. Only the 4-pin CPU fan... and chassis fan support the ASUS Q-FAN 2 feature. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting ...
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... connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-23 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details.
... connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-23 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details.
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... connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the system power LED. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-25 Connect the chassis power LED cable to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is read from or written...
... connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the system power LED. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-25 Connect the chassis power LED cable to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is read from or written...
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...8226; Ensure that you can install to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-27 Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are ...subject to change at www.asus.com for updates. Refer to avail all motherboard features. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk...
...8226; Ensure that you can install to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-27 Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are ...subject to change at www.asus.com for updates. Refer to avail all motherboard features. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk...
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... then click Next. c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the...
... then click Next. c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the...
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... to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25P80 Current ROM BOARD: P5P43TD-USB3 VER: 0204 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 02/27/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or... [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. The...
... to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25P80 Current ROM BOARD: P5P43TD-USB3 VER: 0204 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 02/27/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or... [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. The...