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Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5E64 WS Evolution specifications 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 special features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS stylish features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5E64 WS Evolution specifications 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 special features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS stylish features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit...
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...;) Supports up to 12 USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports (6 at mid-board, 6 at back I/O - streaming, and Jack-Retasking Technology - ASUS AI Audio 2 - Supports teaming function ADI® 1988B 8-channel High-Definition Audio CODEC - �S��u�p�p�o�r�...1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered DDR3 1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz memory modules - P5E64 WS Evolution specifications CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN High Definition audio IEEE 1394 USB ...
...;) Supports up to 12 USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports (6 at mid-board, 6 at back I/O - streaming, and Jack-Retasking Technology - ASUS AI Audio 2 - Supports teaming function ADI® 1988B 8-channel High-Definition Audio CODEC - �S��u�p�p�o�r�...1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered DDR3 1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz memory modules - P5E64 WS Evolution specifications CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN High Definition audio IEEE 1394 USB ...
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...Stepless Frequency Selection) - Profile - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS SASsaby cards support ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fanless Design: Pure Copper Heat-...ASUS HE95 - ASUS AI Booster utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vChipset (N.B.): 25-step DRAM voltage control - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS AI Slot Detector ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS Intelligent overclocking tools: - P5E64 WS Evolution specifications AI Lifestyle Unique Features Other Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Power Saving solution: - Memory...
...Stepless Frequency Selection) - Profile - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS SASsaby cards support ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fanless Design: Pure Copper Heat-...ASUS HE95 - ASUS AI Booster utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vChipset (N.B.): 25-step DRAM voltage control - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS AI Slot Detector ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS Intelligent overclocking tools: - P5E64 WS Evolution specifications AI Lifestyle Unique Features Other Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Power Saving solution: - Memory...
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... for multi-tasking, multi-media and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB. 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. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for...3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. See page 2-13 for twice the current speed and bandwidth. Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the same time. It is the latest...
... for multi-tasking, multi-media and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB. 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. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for...3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. See page 2-13 for twice the current speed and bandwidth. Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the same time. It is the latest...
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Diagnosis card installation 2-37 ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-19 2.6 Jumper 2-23 2.7 Connectors 2-24 2.8 G.P.
Diagnosis card installation 2-37 ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-19 2.6 Jumper 2-23 2.7 Connectors 2-24 2.8 G.P.
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... plate Alignment key 5. CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Lift the load plate with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. 4. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps...
... plate Alignment key 5. CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Lift the load plate with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. 4. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps...
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The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION P5E64 WS Evolution 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-13 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION P5E64 WS Evolution 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-13 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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.... • If you install Windows® Vista 32-bit / Windows® XP 32-bit operation system, a total memory of less than 3GB of total memory because of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Single... Populated Populated • You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of address space allocation for other critical functions.
.... • If you install Windows® Vista 32-bit / Windows® XP 32-bit operation system, a total memory of less than 3GB of total memory because of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Single... Populated Populated • You may install 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of address space allocation for other critical functions.
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.... • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* 512MB SAMSUNG K4B510846E-ZCE7 N/A SAMSUNG SS M378B6573EZ0-CE7 • ...• • 2048MB Hynix HY5TQ1G831ZNF-S5 N/A Hynix DS HYMT125U64ZNF8-S5 • • • Side(s): SS - Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-17 P5E64 WS Evolution Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-800MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No.
.... • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* 512MB SAMSUNG K4B510846E-ZCE7 N/A SAMSUNG SS M378B6573EZ0-CE7 • ...• • 2048MB Hynix HY5TQ1G831ZNF-S5 N/A Hynix DS HYMT125U64ZNF8-S5 • • • Side(s): SS - Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-17 P5E64 WS Evolution Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-800MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No.
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... then move the jumper again to re-enter data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ® CLRTC P5E64 WS EVOLUTION 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P5E64 WS Evolution Clear RTC RAM • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to clear ...turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. function. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-23 2.6 Jumpers 1. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. ...
... then move the jumper again to re-enter data. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ® CLRTC P5E64 WS EVOLUTION 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P5E64 WS Evolution Clear RTC RAM • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to clear ...turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. function. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-23 2.6 Jumpers 1. Plug the power cord and turn off is required prior using C.P.R. ...
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... the power is recommended when configuring a system with the following configuration: CPU: Intel® Pentium® Extreme 3.73GHz Memory: 512 MB DDR3 (x4) Graphics card: ASUS EAX1900XT Parallel ATA device: IDE hard disk drive Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk drive (x2) Optical drive: DVD-... +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts P5E64 WS Evolution ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with 500W to 600W...
... the power is recommended when configuring a system with the following configuration: CPU: Intel® Pentium® Extreme 3.73GHz Memory: 512 MB DDR3 (x4) Graphics card: ASUS EAX1900XT Parallel ATA device: IDE hard disk drive Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk drive (x2) Optical drive: DVD-... +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts P5E64 WS Evolution ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with 500W to 600W...
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3. You may also install the G.P. Diagnosis card via a bundled 90degree TPM adaptor for memory detection and sizing D4 Memory test D5 Copy BIOS from ROM to RAM C0 Early CPU initiation C5 Wake up AP 0A Initiate KBC8042 0B Detect PS2 mouse 0C Detect ...
3. You may also install the G.P. Diagnosis card via a bundled 90degree TPM adaptor for memory detection and sizing D4 Memory test D5 Copy BIOS from ROM to RAM C0 Early CPU initiation C5 Wake up AP 0A Initiate KBC8042 0B Detect PS2 mouse 0C Detect ...
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... the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. While the tests are off. 3. Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. System power 6. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear...continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 3-1 For systems with "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may light up when ...
... the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. While the tests are off. 3. Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. System power 6. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear...continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 3-1 For systems with "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may light up when ...
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... 4: BIOS setup Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. ASUS BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY ASUS BIOS Version : 0108 Build Date : 12/18/07 Processor Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU @ 3.00GHz : 3000 MHz : 2 System Memory Available : 1024 MB Select Screen Select Item F1 General...
... 4: BIOS setup Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. ASUS BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY ASUS BIOS Version : 0108 Build Date : 12/18/07 Processor Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU @ 3.00GHz : 3000 MHz : 2 System Memory Available : 1024 MB Select Screen Select Item F1 General...
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... [Auto] Ai Transaction Booster [Auto] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. Allows you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set overclocking parameters. Select either one of the Ai Tweaker menu items.... Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-17 Scroll down to North Bridge [Auto] DRAM ...
... [Auto] Ai Transaction Booster [Auto] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. Allows you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set overclocking parameters. Select either one of the Ai Tweaker menu items.... Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-17 Scroll down to North Bridge [Auto] DRAM ...
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... page appear only when you set to [Manual]. 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup DIMM installation recommendation. The configuration options for X.M.P. eXtreme Memory Profile [Disabled] This item appears only when you install on the motherboard. mode supported by FSB Frequency and DRAM Frequency. Refer to ...to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to the table below for the following two items (FSB Frequency and PCIE Freuency) on each memory channel. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. X.M.P. DIMM Installation Recommendation X.M.P....
... page appear only when you set to [Manual]. 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup DIMM installation recommendation. The configuration options for X.M.P. eXtreme Memory Profile [Disabled] This item appears only when you install on the motherboard. mode supported by FSB Frequency and DRAM Frequency. Refer to ...to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to the table below for the following two items (FSB Frequency and PCIE Freuency) on each memory channel. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. X.M.P. DIMM Installation Recommendation X.M.P....
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..., indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. Refer to the table below for details. • The system may damage the chipset, memory module and CPU permanently. CPU PLL Voltage FSB Termination Voltage DRAM Voltage NB Voltage Blue Yellow Purple Red 1.50V~1.78V 1.80V~2.00V 2.02V~2....22V~2.78V 1.20V~1.38V 1.40V~1.50V N/A N/A 1.50V~1.68V 1.70V~1.90V 1.92V~2.10V 2.12V~2.78V 1.25V~1.41V 1.43V~1.55V 1.57V~1.73V 1.75V~2.21V* ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-23 The values range from 1.50V to 2.78V with a 0.02V interval. 4.4.17 NB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. ...
..., indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. Refer to the table below for details. • The system may damage the chipset, memory module and CPU permanently. CPU PLL Voltage FSB Termination Voltage DRAM Voltage NB Voltage Blue Yellow Purple Red 1.50V~1.78V 1.80V~2.00V 2.02V~2....22V~2.78V 1.20V~1.38V 1.40V~1.50V N/A N/A 1.50V~1.68V 1.70V~1.90V 1.92V~2.10V 2.12V~2.78V 1.25V~1.41V 1.43V~1.55V 1.57V~1.73V 1.75V~2.21V* ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-23 The values range from 1.50V to 2.78V with a 0.02V interval. 4.4.17 NB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. ...
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...Adapter [PEG/PCI] PEG Port Control [Auto] PEG Port Force x1 [Disabled] ENABLE: Allow remapping of overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. Enable this option only when you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options:...allow remapping of memory. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to [Auto]. Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] Allows you to display the sub-menu. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-27 ...
...Adapter [PEG/PCI] PEG Port Control [Auto] PEG Port Force x1 [Disabled] ENABLE: Allow remapping of overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. Enable this option only when you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options:...allow remapping of memory. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to [Auto]. Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] Allows you to display the sub-menu. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-27 ...
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Preference You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. ASUS P��5�E�6�4��W��S��E�v�o�lu�t�io�n�... Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem,...
Preference You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. ASUS P��5�E�6�4��W��S��E�v�o�lu�t�io�n�... Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem,...
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... to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage. PCI browser Click to display the Usage browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line graph representation.
... to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage. PCI browser Click to display the Usage browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line graph representation.