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...ix P5Q PRO specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw holes 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-5 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 2-8 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink...
...ix P5Q PRO specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw holes 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-5 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 2-8 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink...
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...function 2-38 2.9.2 Using the dual function power switch 2-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 AFUDOS utility 3-5 3.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-7 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-8 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.2.3 Navigation keys 3-9... AHCI Configuration 3-14 3.3.8 System Information 3-15 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-16 3.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 3-16 3.4.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto 3-17 3.4.3 FSB Strap to North Bridge [Auto 3-17 3.4.4 DRAM Frequency [Auto 3-17 iv
...function 2-38 2.9.2 Using the dual function power switch 2-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 AFUDOS utility 3-5 3.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-7 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-8 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.2.3 Navigation keys 3-9... AHCI Configuration 3-14 3.3.8 System Information 3-15 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-16 3.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 3-16 3.4.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto 3-17 3.4.3 FSB Strap to North Bridge [Auto 3-17 3.4.4 DRAM Frequency [Auto 3-17 iv
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... 4-28 4.3.10 ASUS Drive Xpert 4-30 4.3.11 ASUS Express Gate 4-41 4.4 RAID configurations 4-51 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-51 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-52 4.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 4-52 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-60 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-60 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-60 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel...
... 4-28 4.3.10 ASUS Drive Xpert 4-30 4.3.11 ASUS Express Gate 4-41 4.4 RAID configurations 4-51 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-51 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-52 4.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 4-52 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-60 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-60 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-60 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel...
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... part of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. Refer to perform when installing system components. ...Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard...
... part of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. Refer to perform when installing system components. ...Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard...
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...ASUS Noise Filter LSI3227 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports Max. 12 USB2.0/1.1 ports(6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back I/O - Supports EZ Backup and SuperSpeed functions PCIe Gb LAN controller, featuring AI NET2 RealtekI® ALC1200 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - P5Q PRO specifications summary CPU...-core/Celeron® dualcore /Celeron® Processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Support Intel® 45nm Multi-Core CPU * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P45 / ICH10R 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR2 1200...
...ASUS Noise Filter LSI3227 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports Max. 12 USB2.0/1.1 ports(6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back I/O - Supports EZ Backup and SuperSpeed functions PCIe Gb LAN controller, featuring AI NET2 RealtekI® ALC1200 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - P5Q PRO specifications summary CPU...-core/Celeron® dualcore /Celeron® Processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Support Intel® 45nm Multi-Core CPU * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P45 / ICH10R 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR2 1200...
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... ASUS Unique Features: - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS AI Booster utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vChipset (N.B.): 55-step chipset voltage control - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS 8-phase Power Design - ASUS AI Direct Llink ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - Profile - vDIMM: 64-step DRAM voltage control - P5Q PRO specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS...
... ASUS Unique Features: - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS AI Booster utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vChipset (N.B.): 55-step chipset voltage control - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS 8-phase Power Design - ASUS AI Direct Llink ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - Profile - vDIMM: 64-step DRAM voltage control - P5Q PRO specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS...
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xiii P5Q PRO specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support CD Contents ... x IDE connector 1 x TPM connector 6 x SATA connectors (Red) 2 x Drive Xpert SATA connectors (Orange and white) 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header ... PME, PXE, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) Image-Editing Suite ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *...
xiii P5Q PRO specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support CD Contents ... x IDE connector 1 x TPM connector 6 x SATA connectors (Red) 2 x Drive Xpert SATA connectors (Orange and white) 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header ... PME, PXE, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) Image-Editing Suite ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *...
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...ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. With auto phase switching for durability, improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity. This is in real-time. the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new six engine version, which includes the CPU...packagings to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can ...
...ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. With auto phase switching for durability, improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity. This is in real-time. the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new six engine version, which includes the CPU...packagings to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can ...
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...in quieter operation and longer system life. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the following areas: CPU, power, VGA, Northbridge and Southbridge....ASUS P5Q PRO 1-5 ASUS has devoted special efforts to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up to dissipate heat in the most notably in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to address the thermal issues across the motherboard...
...in quieter operation and longer system life. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the following areas: CPU, power, VGA, Northbridge and Southbridge....ASUS P5Q PRO 1-5 ASUS has devoted special efforts to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up to dissipate heat in the most notably in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to address the thermal issues across the motherboard...
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... hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to overclocking. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to the BIOS default settings in Windows ... Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. ASUS P5Q PRO 1-7 When...
... hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to overclocking. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to the BIOS default settings in Windows ... Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. ASUS P5Q PRO 1-7 When...
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...; If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. • Due to the chipset limitation, we recommend you and the load lever is on your left. ASUS P5Q PRO 2- ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket...
...; If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. • Due to the chipset limitation, we recommend you and the load lever is on your left. ASUS P5Q PRO 2- ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket...
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... with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notch. The CPU fits in the direction of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the socket to the socket pins, do not remove... the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is released from the load plate window to the left corner...
... with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notch. The CPU fits in the direction of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the socket to the socket pins, do not remove... the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is released from the load plate window to the left corner...
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... in contact with your skin, ensure to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. If it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. ASUS P5Q PRO 2- B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with pre-applied thermal paste. Apply several drops of... thermal paste to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in an even thin layer...
... in contact with your skin, ensure to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. If it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. ASUS P5Q PRO 2- B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with pre-applied thermal paste. Apply several drops of... thermal paste to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in an even thin layer...
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...the B four fasteners match the holes on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the Thermal Interface Material is closest to the CPU fan connector. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Place the heatsink on the motherboard. 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal ...optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. A B A A B 1 B A 1 Orient ...
...the B four fasteners match the holes on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the Thermal Interface Material is closest to the CPU fan connector. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Place the heatsink on the motherboard. 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal ...optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. A B A A B 1 B A 1 Orient ...
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... remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. ASUS P5Q PRO 2- Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 3. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on...
... remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. ASUS P5Q PRO 2- Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 3. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on...
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... failure due to pins 2-3. 2.6 Jumper 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! You must turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process...
... failure due to pins 2-3. 2.6 Jumper 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! You must turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process...
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.... For system failure due to the wrong setting of these two jumpers. • Refer to 3.4 Ai Tweaker for more information about CPU and Northbridge overvoltage settings. • DO NOT set the OV_CPU jumper to pins 1-2 when you change the jumper settings. Make sure ... (OV Enabled) OV_CPU up to 1.70V up to 2.10V OV_NB up to 1.90V up to adjust the desired CPU and Northbridge performance. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-21 Read the following information before you to activate the advanced CPU / Northbridge overvoltage feature. Doing so may need a better cooling system (for the first time.
.... For system failure due to the wrong setting of these two jumpers. • Refer to 3.4 Ai Tweaker for more information about CPU and Northbridge overvoltage settings. • DO NOT set the OV_CPU jumper to pins 1-2 when you change the jumper settings. Make sure ... (OV Enabled) OV_CPU up to 1.70V up to 2.10V OV_NB up to 1.90V up to adjust the desired CPU and Northbridge performance. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-21 Read the following information before you to activate the advanced CPU / Northbridge overvoltage feature. Doing so may need a better cooling system (for the first time.
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3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, PS2_USBPW56, USBPW7-10, USBPW1112) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up feature. The USBPW1-4/PS2_USBPW56 jumpers ... . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in the BIOS. 4. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the +5VSB lead for the rear USB ports.
3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, PS2_USBPW56, USBPW7-10, USBPW1112) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up feature. The USBPW1-4/PS2_USBPW56 jumpers ... . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in the BIOS. 4. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the +5VSB lead for the rear USB ports.
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...a total of the connector. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU-FAN and CHA-FAN 1-3 connectors support the ASUS Q-Fan feature. • If you install two or more VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each ...inside the system may damage the motherboard components. DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. 9. These are not jumpers! ASUS P5Q PRO 2-31 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that you to ...
...a total of the connector. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU-FAN and CHA-FAN 1-3 connectors support the ASUS Q-Fan feature. • If you install two or more VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each ...inside the system may damage the motherboard components. DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. 9. These are not jumpers! ASUS P5Q PRO 2-31 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that you to ...