User Manual
Page 3
Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5QC specifications summary xii 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 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 Onboard LED 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...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5QC specifications summary xii 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 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 Onboard LED 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...
User Manual
Page 9
...are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that the power cables for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that your power supply is ...before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to the correct voltage in your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it by yourself. ix Contact a qualified service technician or...
...are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that the power cables for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that your power supply is ...before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to the correct voltage in your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it by yourself. ix Contact a qualified service technician or...
User Manual
Page 10
How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup ...and the software. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. It includes description of the standard package. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are...
How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup ...and the software. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. It includes description of the standard package. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are...
User Manual
Page 15
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
User Manual
Page 17
... for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5QC I/O modules 1 x 1-port eSATA and 1-port 1394 (4-pin) module Cables 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cables 6 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories 1 x ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield) 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on...
... for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5QC I/O modules 1 x 1-port eSATA and 1-port 1394 (4-pin) module Cables 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cables 6 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories 1 x ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield) 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on...
User Manual
Page 18
... (Front Side Bus), PCIe 2.0, and multi-core CPUs. Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. Intel...® Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™2 Duo Processor Support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core...
... (Front Side Bus), PCIe 2.0, and multi-core CPUs. Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. Intel...® Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™2 Duo Processor Support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core...
User Manual
Page 19
PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for details. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents to external devices. 1.3.2 ASUS unique features ASUS Express Gate Taking only 5 seconds to go online from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drive ...plug functions. ASUS P5QC 1-3 The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. Serial ATA 3 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports hard drives based on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports...
PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for details. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents to external devices. 1.3.2 ASUS unique features ASUS Express Gate Taking only 5 seconds to go online from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drive ...plug functions. ASUS P5QC 1-3 The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. Serial ATA 3 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports hard drives based on the system configuration. • ASUS Express Gate supports...
User Manual
Page 21
Fanless Design - Not only the beautifully curved fins upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the special thickened bottom design effectively cools down hot airflows generated by yourself. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can continue running at minimum power and noise when you to... Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. DO NOT uninstall the heatsink by the north bridge chipset. ASUS P5QC 1-5 ASUS AI Audio 2 AI Audio 2 creates a virtual center channel that offers users a noiseless PC environment. To wake the system and ...
Fanless Design - Not only the beautifully curved fins upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the special thickened bottom design effectively cools down hot airflows generated by yourself. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can continue running at minimum power and noise when you to... Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. DO NOT uninstall the heatsink by the north bridge chipset. ASUS P5QC 1-5 ASUS AI Audio 2 AI Audio 2 creates a virtual center channel that offers users a noiseless PC environment. To wake the system and ...
User Manual
Page 22
...it becomes easy to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up to the motherboard. making sure that data is ideal for anyone who needs to install. ASUS AI Direct Link AI Direct Link can easily arrange hard drive backups or enhance their hard... a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction saving up your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the hassles of data via the network cable - This unique module...
...it becomes easy to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up to the motherboard. making sure that data is ideal for anyone who needs to install. ASUS AI Direct Link AI Direct Link can easily arrange hard drive backups or enhance their hard... a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction saving up your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the hassles of data via the network cable - This unique module...
User Manual
Page 23
...and the DRAM Voltage in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages to overclocking. feature of booting the BIOS. ASUS P5QC 1-7 Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite settings. Update your...achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in...
...and the DRAM Voltage in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages to overclocking. feature of booting the BIOS. ASUS P5QC 1-7 Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite settings. Update your...achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in...
User Manual
Page 25
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
User Manual
Page 26
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.4 System memory 2-11 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumpers 2-21 2.7 Connectors 2-24 2.8 Starting up for the first time 2-39 2.9 Turning off the computer 2-40 ASUS P5QC
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.4 System memory 2-11 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumpers 2-21 2.7 Connectors 2-24 2.8 Starting up for the first time 2-39 2.9 Turning off the computer 2-40 ASUS P5QC
User Manual
Page 27
ASUS P5QC 2-1 The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or ...or the power cord is switched off mode. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard component. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED....
ASUS P5QC 2-1 The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or ...or the power cord is switched off mode. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard component. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED....
User Manual
Page 28
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
User Manual
Page 30
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
User Manual
Page 31
... sure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 .... • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P5QC 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
... sure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 .... • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P5QC 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
User Manual
Page 32
... forefinger to remove (4B). 3 PnP cap Load plate 4A 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it is on the motherboard. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1.
... forefinger to remove (4B). 3 PnP cap Load plate 4A 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it is on the motherboard. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1.
User Manual
Page 34
B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. 7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information
B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. 7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information