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... Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 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 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys...
... Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 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 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys...
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...is broken, do not try to fix it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. ...Contact a qualified service technician or your area. Do not place the product in your retailer. vii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the ...
...is broken, do not try to fix it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. ...Contact a qualified service technician or your area. Do not place the product in your retailer. vii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the ...
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...; 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. Supports optical S/PDIF output interface 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - P5P43TD specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features LGA775 Socket for Intel® Core™...
...; 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. Supports optical S/PDIF output interface 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - P5P43TD specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features LGA775 Socket for Intel® Core™...
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P5P43TD specifications summary ASUS Special features Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Turbo Key ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Express Gate 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x COM port 1 x LPT port 1 x Optical ...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) * Specifications are subject to ...
P5P43TD specifications summary ASUS Special features Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Turbo Key ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Express Gate 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port 1 x COM port 1 x LPT port 1 x Optical ...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) * Specifications are subject to ...
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... your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5P43TD motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in the long line of the above items...
... your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5P43TD motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in the long line of the above items...
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... bus bandwidth for advanced operating systems. Innovative ASUS features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your screen. Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is the latest I/O interconnect technology that replaces the existing PCI. 1.3.2 Dual channel DDR3 1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates...
... bus bandwidth for advanced operating systems. Innovative ASUS features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your screen. Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is the latest I/O interconnect technology that replaces the existing PCI. 1.3.2 Dual channel DDR3 1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates...
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...For the SSD version, Express Gate is a unique OS built into the motheroard. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of creating environment-...restores the CPU parameters to http://support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Refer to their default settings. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides...power usage to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. ASUS P5P43TD 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key can instantly surf the Internet without using an OS-based...
...For the SSD version, Express Gate is a unique OS built into the motheroard. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of creating environment-...restores the CPU parameters to http://support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Refer to their default settings. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides...power usage to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. ASUS P5P43TD 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key can instantly surf the Internet without using an OS-based...
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...motherboard. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Before installing the CPU, ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS P5P43TD 1-7 ASUS... will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 ...
...motherboard. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Before installing the CPU, ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS P5P43TD 1-7 ASUS... will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 ...
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... Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • This motherboard supports up to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you...-channel configuration, you install 4GB or more efficient cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ASUS P5P43TD 1-13 The system maps the total size of 3GB system memory ...
... Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • This motherboard supports up to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you...-channel configuration, you install 4GB or more efficient cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ASUS P5P43TD 1-13 The system maps the total size of 3GB system memory ...
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DIMM Support CL A* B* C* A-DATA AD31600E001GMU 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) • A-DATA AD31600F002GMU(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20(... PVT36G1600ELK 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1600-7-7-7-20 PQI MFADR401PA0102(XMP) 2048MB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G08460 1066-8-8-8-20 • 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5P43TD Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DD Brand Chip No.
DIMM Support CL A* B* C* A-DATA AD31600E001GMU 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) • A-DATA AD31600F002GMU(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20(... PVT36G1600ELK 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1600-7-7-7-20 PQI MFADR401PA0102(XMP) 2048MB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G08460 1066-8-8-8-20 • 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5P43TD Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DD Brand Chip No.
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... SS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 SS SAMSUNG SEC 846 HCH9 K4B1G08460 SS Samsung SEC 913 HCH9 K4B1G0846E SS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 DS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 DIMM Support CL A* B* C* N/A •• N/A •• 9 ••• 9 •• N/A •• N/A ••• 9 ••• N/A ••• N/A ...8226;• N/A •• N/A •• N/A ••• N/A ••• N/A ••• N/A ••• (continued on the next page) ASUS P5P43TD 1-15
... SS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 SS SAMSUNG SEC 846 HCH9 K4B1G08460 SS Samsung SEC 913 HCH9 K4B1G0846E SS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 DS Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 DIMM Support CL A* B* C* N/A •• N/A •• 9 ••• 9 •• N/A •• N/A ••• 9 ••• N/A ••• N/A ...8226;• N/A •• N/A •• N/A ••• N/A ••• N/A ••• N/A ••• (continued on the next page) ASUS P5P43TD 1-15
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...Heat-Sink Package PM64M8D38U-15 Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package DIMM Support CL A* B* C* N/A ••• N/A ••• N/A ••• N/A ••• ...-03A1F1C-10FFSS15085 DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-10GFSS13467 SS Samsung K4B1G0846C-ZCF8 SS Samsung K4B1G0846C-ZCG8 DS SAMSUNG 846 K4B2G0846B-HCF8 DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C DIMM Support CL A* B* C* N/A • • • N/A • • • N/A • • • N/A • • • 7 ...
...Heat-Sink Package PM64M8D38U-15 Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package DIMM Support CL A* B* C* N/A ••• N/A ••• N/A ••• N/A ••• ...-03A1F1C-10FFSS15085 DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-10GFSS13467 SS Samsung K4B1G0846C-ZCF8 SS Samsung K4B1G0846C-ZCG8 DS SAMSUNG 846 K4B2G0846B-HCF8 DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C DIMM Support CL A* B* C* N/A • • • N/A • • • N/A • • • N/A • • • 7 ...
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.... Locked Retaining Clip ASUS P5P43TD 1-17 DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one pair of modules inserted into both the motherboard and the components. ...socket to unlock a DDR3 DIMM socket. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. SS - sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory...
.... Locked Retaining Clip ASUS P5P43TD 1-17 DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one pair of modules inserted into both the motherboard and the components. ...socket to unlock a DDR3 DIMM socket. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. SS - sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory...
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Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR3 DIMM notch 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1.
Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR3 DIMM notch 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1.
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... card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that you intend to install expansion cards. Secure the card to the card. 3. Turn on the ...support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. See Chapter 2 for later use . Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS P5P43TD...
... card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that you intend to install expansion cards. Secure the card to the card. 3. Turn on the ...support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. See Chapter 2 for later use . Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS P5P43TD...
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...are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1 A~3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. USB 2.0 ports 1 and ... mA~2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the ...
...are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1 A~3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. USB 2.0 ports 1 and ... mA~2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the ...
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...power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. 7. Pressing the ...power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. Connect the...
...power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. 7. Pressing the ...power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. Connect the...
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... you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. • We recommend that supports up to [HD Audio]. 8. Doing so will damage the motherboard! By default, this connector, set the item to this connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio... I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. ASUS P5P43TD...
... you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. • We recommend that supports up to [HD Audio]. 8. Doing so will damage the motherboard! By default, this connector, set the item to this connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio... I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. ASUS P5P43TD...
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... motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Refer to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to run the DVD. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to the optical drive. Visit the ASUS...Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD are subject to install If Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to change at www.asus.com for reference only.
... motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Refer to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to run the DVD. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to the optical drive. Visit the ASUS...Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD are subject to install If Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to change at www.asus.com for reference only.
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... traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. b. ASUS P5P43TD 2-1 Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Place the support DVD in the future. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. From the Windows® desktop, click Start...
... traffic, or click Auto Select then click Next. b. ASUS P5P43TD 2-1 Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Place the support DVD in the future. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that comes with the motherboard package. From the Windows® desktop, click Start...