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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 x ...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 x ...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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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the latest BIOS file. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-3 ASUS Q-FAN 2 ASUS Q-FAN 2 technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU and chassis fan speeds according to system load and temperature, enabling users to work in line with minimal noise. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is...
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the latest BIOS file. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-3 ASUS Q-FAN 2 ASUS Q-FAN 2 technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU and chassis fan speeds according to system load and temperature, enabling users to work in line with minimal noise. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is...
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...of memory, we recommend that you do any of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on the next page) ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-13 Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual... N/A Heat-Sink Package 1024MB SS KINGMAX KFB8FNGXF-ANX12A 2048MB DS KINGMAX KFB8FNGXF-ANX12A 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package DIMM socket support Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage (Optional) A* B* C* 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65- • 1.85 7-7-7-20(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.75- • • 1.85 8-8-8-24(1601-8-8-8-24) 1.65 • ...
...of memory, we recommend that you do any of 3GB system memory if you install 4GB or more memory on the next page) ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-13 Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual... N/A Heat-Sink Package 1024MB SS KINGMAX KFB8FNGXF-ANX12A 2048MB DS KINGMAX KFB8FNGXF-ANX12A 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package DIMM socket support Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage (Optional) A* B* C* 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65- • 1.85 7-7-7-20(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.75- • • 1.85 8-8-8-24(1601-8-8-8-24) 1.65 • ...
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... erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-19 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 1.9 Jumpers 1. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and... steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 2-3. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. For system failure due to default values. Shut down the key ...
... erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 1-19 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 1.9 Jumpers 1. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and... steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 2-3. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. For system failure due to default values. Shut down the key ...
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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 Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. 5. By default, this connector, set the ...Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. See section 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. Connect one end of the...
...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 Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. 5. By default, this connector, set the ...Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. See section 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. Connect one end of the...
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... the Internet, then click Next. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the support DVD that allows you...
... the Internet, then click Next. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the support DVD that allows you...
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... a. Updating from a file, then click Next. Press to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. 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: ...and press to avail all its features. Always update the utility to enable it. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through ...
... a. Updating from a file, then click Next. Press to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. 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: ...and press to avail all its features. Always update the utility to enable it. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port, then launch EZ Flash 2 in either of updating itself through ...
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... when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-3 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility. Select the Load Setup Defaults...
... when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-3 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility. Select the Load Setup Defaults...
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... Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. For changing the system boot configuration. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools General help Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Tue ... Item +- Submenu items Navigation keys 2.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-5 For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration. For selecting the exit options and loading default settings.
... Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. For changing the system boot configuration. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools General help Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Tue ... Item +- Submenu items Navigation keys 2.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-5 For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration. For selecting the exit options and loading default settings.
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...set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to [Auto] allows automatic selection of SATA drive. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-7 Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Tue 01/01/2002] Use [ENTER], [...Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Select a device item then press to select a field. Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for each SATA device. SATA 1 :[Not Detected] SATA 2 :[Not Detected] SATA 3 :[Not Detected] SATA 4 :[Not Detected] SATA 5 :[Not Detected...
...set the system time. 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to [Auto] allows automatic selection of SATA drive. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-7 Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Tue 01/01/2002] Use [ENTER], [...Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Select a device item then press to select a field. Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for each SATA device. SATA 1 :[Not Detected] SATA 2 :[Not Detected] SATA 3 :[Not Detected] SATA 4 :[Not Detected] SATA 5 :[Not Detected...
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...Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to display the following iems: Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit PCIE Spread Spectrum CPU Clock Skew NB Clock Skew CPU Margin ...ESC Exit v02.61 (C) Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio...Auto] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Options Manual Auto X.M.P. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-9
...Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to display the following iems: Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit PCIE Spread Spectrum CPU Clock Skew NB Clock Skew CPU Margin ...ESC Exit v02.61 (C) Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio...Auto] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Options Manual Auto X.M.P. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-9
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... presence of USB devices at startup. Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-17 USB Mass Storage Device Configuration USB Mass Storage Reset Delay [20 Sec] Allows you to set to [Yes] and if you to set... to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to enable or disable support for Legacy USB storage devices, including USB...
... presence of USB devices at startup. Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-17 USB Mass Storage Device Configuration USB Mass Storage Reset Delay [20 Sec] Allows you to set to [Yes] and if you to set... to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to enable or disable support for Legacy USB storage devices, including USB...
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...Enabled, the system waits for option ROM. Configuration options: [Off] [On] Wait For 'F1' If Error [Enabled] When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] This allows you successfully set to [Enabled], the system ... supervisor password, follow the same steps in a password containing up to boot the system. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-21 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed ...
...Enabled, the system waits for option ROM. Configuration options: [Off] [On] Wait For 'F1' If Error [Enabled] When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] This allows you successfully set to [Enabled], the system ... supervisor password, follow the same steps in a password containing up to boot the system. ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-21 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed ...
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...Reset] When setting this item to [Reset], make sure to save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data will run again when you enter the Express Gate. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-23 Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting...seconds] [20 seconds] [30 seconds] Reset User Data [No] Allows you to run the utility to select and update BIOS. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data AI NET 2 [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ...
...Reset] When setting this item to [Reset], make sure to save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data will run again when you enter the Express Gate. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 2-23 Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting...seconds] [20 seconds] [30 seconds] Reset User Data [No] Allows you to run the utility to select and update BIOS. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data AI NET 2 [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press ...