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... ATA power cables for the following items. Motherboard I /O shield 1 x Wi-Fi antenna (optional) ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P5WDG2-WS 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items ... with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for up to 8 devices I /O modules Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5WDG2-WS motherboard 1 x IEEE 1394a module 1 x 2-port USB 2.0/GAME module 1 x COM1 module 1 x 2-in the long line of the...
... ATA power cables for the following items. Motherboard I /O shield 1 x Wi-Fi antenna (optional) ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P5WDG2-WS 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items ... with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for up to 8 devices I /O modules Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5WDG2-WS motherboard 1 x IEEE 1394a module 1 x 2-port USB 2.0/GAME module 1 x COM1 module 1 x 2-in the long line of the...
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... The motherboard supports PCI-X, the new and improved version of 800/667/533 MHz to powerful audio and speaker systems. See page 2-33 for details. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 1-3 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages the CPU resources by carrying data in high-bandwidth, business...
... The motherboard supports PCI-X, the new and improved version of 800/667/533 MHz to powerful audio and speaker systems. See page 2-33 for details. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 1-3 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages the CPU resources by carrying data in high-bandwidth, business...
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... Quiet function dynamically controls CPU speed and reduces temperature and fan speeds, thus minimizing noise and ensuring quiet operation. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 1-5 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) [optional] The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a fan-less and zero-noise ...frequency band. See page 2-3 for the onboard wireless LAN module that lowers the temperature of up your wireless local area network effortlessly. ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a secure microcontroller hardware component with a host of new features, including Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (...
... Quiet function dynamically controls CPU speed and reduces temperature and fan speeds, thus minimizing noise and ensuring quiet operation. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 1-5 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) [optional] The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a fan-less and zero-noise ...frequency band. See page 2-3 for the onboard wireless LAN module that lowers the temperature of up your wireless local area network effortlessly. ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a secure microcontroller hardware component with a host of new features, including Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (...
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...multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your system with customizable boot logos. See page 4-5 for details. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to your choice from the support CD in ...This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the available options. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 1-7 See page 4-35 for details. See page 4-9 for details. The ...
...multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your system with customizable boot logos. See page 4-5 for details. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to your choice from the support CD in ...This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the available options. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 1-7 See page 4-35 for details. See page 4-9 for details. The ...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-14 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Jumpers 2-28 2.7 Connectors 2-31 ASUS P5WDG2-WS
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-14 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Jumpers 2-28 2.7 Connectors 2-31 ASUS P5WDG2-WS
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... damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. P5WDG2-WS ® SB_PWR P5WDG2-WS Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-1
... damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. P5WDG2-WS ® SB_PWR P5WDG2-WS Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-1
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The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components by 20ºC. 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2 The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that critical components generate. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-3
The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components by 20ºC. 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2 The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that critical components generate. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-3
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... USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) 3. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 14. PCIX speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED) Rear panel connectors 1. Line In port (light blue) 6. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) ASUS P5WDG2-WS Page 2-14 2-23 2-23 2-23 Page 2-28 2-29 2-30 Page 2-31 2-31 2-31 2-31 2-31 2-31 2-32 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-33 2-33 2-33 2-33...
... USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) 3. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 14. PCIX speed setting (6-pin PCIX_SPEED) Rear panel connectors 1. Line In port (light blue) 6. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) ASUS P5WDG2-WS Page 2-14 2-23 2-23 2-23 Page 2-28 2-29 2-30 Page 2-31 2-31 2-31 2-31 2-31 2-31 2-32 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-33 2-33 2-33 2-33...
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... Pentium® Processor Extreme Edition, the latest CPU with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with embedded dual physical cores and Hyper-Threading technology, ...does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-7 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard....
... Pentium® Processor Extreme Edition, the latest CPU with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with embedded dual physical cores and Hyper-Threading technology, ...does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-7 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard....
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... the socket to the Appendix for more information on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-9 Lift the load plate with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. The socket...
... the socket to the Appendix for more information on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-9 Lift the load plate with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. The socket...
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CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5WDG2-WS ® P5WDG2-WS CPU fan connector Do not forget to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a diagonal sequence to connect the CPU fan connector! A B A B A B B A 3. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-11 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in place. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector.
CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5WDG2-WS ® P5WDG2-WS CPU fan connector Do not forget to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a diagonal sequence to connect the CPU fan connector! A B A B A B B A 3. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-11 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in place. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector.
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5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove Refer to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-13
5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove Refer to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-13
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...any usage problem, but only DDR2-533 2 GB density modules are available for further explanation: http://support.asus.com/faq/ faq.aspx?SLanguage=en-us Under G e n e r a l s e a r c h, make the selections as shown, then click S e a r c h. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-15 b i t v e r s i o n If you want to operate with CL...it will be downgraded to 8 GB on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this issue: http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/4GB_Rev1.pdf http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-016594.htm Notes on the operating systems listed below...
...any usage problem, but only DDR2-533 2 GB density modules are available for further explanation: http://support.asus.com/faq/ faq.aspx?SLanguage=en-us Under G e n e r a l s e a r c h, make the selections as shown, then click S e a r c h. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-15 b i t v e r s i o n If you want to operate with CL...it will be downgraded to 8 GB on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this issue: http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/4GB_Rev1.pdf http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-016594.htm Notes on the operating systems listed below...
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... DS BL12864AA664.16FA - ••• DS BL6464AL664.16FB - SS GX21GB5300UDC - SS 39127282 - DS M924-667-16 - B - ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-17 HY5PS12821AFP-Y5 - HY5PS12821AFP-Y5(ECC) - HY5PS12821AFP-Y4(ECC) - Heat-Sink Package - E5108AE-GE-E - E5108AE-5C-E - 4UAI2D9CRZ ... • SS 8G-25JK5-EBT - DS 39137282 - Heat-Sink Package - Supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800/667 MHz QVL. HY5PS1G831FP-Y5(ECC) - Heat-Sink Package - Heat-Sink Package - SS OCZ26671024EBDCPE-K -...
... DS BL12864AA664.16FA - ••• DS BL6464AL664.16FB - SS GX21GB5300UDC - SS 39127282 - DS M924-667-16 - B - ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-17 HY5PS12821AFP-Y5 - HY5PS12821AFP-Y5(ECC) - HY5PS12821AFP-Y4(ECC) - Heat-Sink Package - E5108AE-GE-E - E5108AE-5C-E - 4UAI2D9CRZ ... • SS 8G-25JK5-EBT - DS 39137282 - Heat-Sink Package - Supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800/667 MHz QVL. HY5PS1G831FP-Y5(ECC) - Heat-Sink Package - Heat-Sink Package - SS OCZ26671024EBDCPE-K -...
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... t: A - AET93F370 - DS 25VOH8EL5C - SS 8D-22JB5-K2T - DS M924-533-16 - S i d e ( s ): S S - Single-sided D S - B - ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-19 AET93F370AG0513 - SS M2U51264TU88A0F-37B - AET93F370A - NT5TU32M16AF-37B - SS AET660UD00-370A98X - SS M512-533-8 - Supports one pair of modules inserted into either slot, in Single...-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-533 MHz QVL. E5108AB-5C-E - AET93F370A - SS NT256T64UH4A0F-37B - N2TU51280AF-37B...
... t: A - AET93F370 - DS 25VOH8EL5C - SS 8D-22JB5-K2T - DS M924-533-16 - S i d e ( s ): S S - Single-sided D S - B - ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-19 AET93F370AG0513 - SS M2U51264TU88A0F-37B - AET93F370A - NT5TU32M16AF-37B - SS AET660UD00-370A98X - SS M512-533-8 - Supports one pair of modules inserted into either slot, in Single...-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-533 MHz QVL. E5108AB-5C-E - AET93F370A - SS NT256T64UH4A0F-37B - N2TU51280AF-37B...
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... make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-21 Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is...
... make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-21 Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is...
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... of full x16 bandwidth. 2.5.4 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two ATI CrossFire™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with PCI specifications. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-23 Each PCI Express x16 slot works at x8 bandwidth only. • Connect the EZ Plug™ when using two graphics cards and a 20-pin...
... of full x16 bandwidth. 2.5.4 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two ATI CrossFire™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with PCI specifications. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-23 Each PCI Express x16 slot works at x8 bandwidth only. • Connect the EZ Plug™ when using two graphics cards and a 20-pin...
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... rear USB ports. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-29 USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to additional USB ports. otherwise, the system will not power up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes. USBPW34 USBPW12 USBPW78 P5WDG2-WS ® 1 2 +5V (Default) 2 3 +5VSB USBPW56 21 32 P5WDG2-WS USB device wake...
... rear USB ports. ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-29 USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to additional USB ports. otherwise, the system will not power up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes. USBPW34 USBPW12 USBPW78 P5WDG2-WS ® 1 2 +5V (Default) 2 3 +5VSB USBPW56 21 32 P5WDG2-WS USB device wake...
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... Line In Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In - P a r a l l e l p o r t . C e n t e r / S u b w o o f e r p o r t ( o r a n g e ) . Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-31 Refer to the audio configuration table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2 . This port connects the rear speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. 4 . Side...
... Line In Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In - P a r a l l e l p o r t . C e n t e r / S u b w o o f e r p o r t ( o r a n g e ) . Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-31 Refer to the audio configuration table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2 . This port connects the rear speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. 4 . Side...
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.... 1 1 . U S B 2 . 0 p o r t 8 ( o p t i o n a l ). M i c r o p h o n e p o r t ( p i n k ) . This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for connecting a USB 2.0 device. 1 2 . This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 1 9 . ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-33 C o a x i a l S / P D I F O u t p o r t. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 1 3 . P S / 2 k e y b o a r d p o r t ( p u r p l e ) . This 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) port is available for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or...
.... 1 1 . U S B 2 . 0 p o r t 8 ( o p t i o n a l ). M i c r o p h o n e p o r t ( p i n k ) . This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for connecting a USB 2.0 device. 1 2 . This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 1 9 . ASUS P5WDG2-WS 2-33 C o a x i a l S / P D I F O u t p o r t. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 1 3 . P S / 2 k e y b o a r d p o r t ( p u r p l e ) . This 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) port is available for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or...