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Contents Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide xi P6TD Deluxe specifications summary xiii 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 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 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and...
Contents Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide xi P6TD Deluxe specifications summary xiii 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 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 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and...
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P6TD Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio LGA1366 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor Supports Intel® Dynamic Speed Technology * Refer to www.asus....® VT6308 controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard; Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking technology - ASUS Noise Filter (continued on the next page) xiii Intel® QuickPath Interconnect 6 x DIMM, max. 24GB, DDR3 2000(OC)* / 1866(OC...
P6TD Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio LGA1366 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor Supports Intel® Dynamic Speed Technology * Refer to www.asus....® VT6308 controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard; Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking technology - ASUS Noise Filter (continued on the next page) xiii Intel® QuickPath Interconnect 6 x DIMM, max. 24GB, DDR3 2000(OC)* / 1866(OC...
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...(N.B.): 31-step chipset voltage control - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS ASUS TurboV utility Precision Tweaker 2: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiv P6TD Deluxe specifications summary ASUS Unique features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Exclusive Features: - Express Gate SSD ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS O.C. vDRAM Bus: 49-step DRAM bus...
...(N.B.): 31-step chipset voltage control - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS ASUS TurboV utility Precision Tweaker 2: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiv P6TD Deluxe specifications summary ASUS Unique features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Exclusive Features: - Express Gate SSD ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS O.C. vDRAM Bus: 49-step DRAM bus...
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P6TD Deluxe specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD ...Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x TPM connector 1 x Power on switch 1 x ...BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Image-Editing Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications...
P6TD Deluxe specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD ...Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x TPM connector 1 x Power on switch 1 x ...BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Image-Editing Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications...
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Before you for Water-Cooling or Passive-Cooling only 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, system panel; Retail version only) 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 2 x Screw pillars for additional heatsink fan ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long...
Before you for Water-Cooling or Passive-Cooling only 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, system panel; Retail version only) 1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector 2 x Screw pillars for additional heatsink fan ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long...
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... Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ i7 processors in line with the ASUS vision of individual CPUs. SLI™ and CrossFireX™ on Demand P6TD Deluxe breaks the boundaries to bring you 've never experienced ...before! 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European...
... Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ i7 processors in line with the ASUS vision of individual CPUs. SLI™ and CrossFireX™ on Demand P6TD Deluxe breaks the boundaries to bring you 've never experienced ...before! 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European...
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... with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-3 This extreme OC tool lets you set new ambitions on the weather and e-mails just before . See page 4-26 for details. ASUS Express Gate SSD Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup, Express Gate is bringing to the ASUS motherboards. 16+2 ...16+2 phase VRM design is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. It's a unique motherboard built-in 0.02v intervals, there are no limits-only extreme results ...
... with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-3 This extreme OC tool lets you set new ambitions on the weather and e-mails just before . See page 4-26 for details. ASUS Express Gate SSD Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup, Express Gate is bringing to the ASUS motherboards. 16+2 ...16+2 phase VRM design is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. It's a unique motherboard built-in 0.02v intervals, there are no limits-only extreme results ...
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...like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. TPM Support This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which is specifically designed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you with enhanced data protection via high...provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. See page 2-31 for details. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-5 See page 4-20 for details. The TPM meets the Windows® Vista BitLocker™ Drive Encryption hardware requirement for details....
...like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. TPM Support This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which is specifically designed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you with enhanced data protection via high...provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. See page 2-31 for details. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-5 See page 4-20 for details. The TPM meets the Windows® Vista BitLocker™ Drive Encryption hardware requirement for details....
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See page 4-8 for details. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-7 See page 3-9 for details. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your system easier and faster.
See page 4-8 for details. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-7 See page 3-9 for details. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your system easier and faster.
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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 2-5 2.4 System memory 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumpers 2-24 2.7 Onboard switches 2-26 2.8 Connectors 2-27 2.9 Installing the additional heatsink fan 2-39 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-40 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-41 ASUS P6TD Deluxe
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 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumpers 2-24 2.7 Onboard switches 2-26 2.8 Connectors 2-27 2.9 Installing the additional heatsink fan 2-39 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-40 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-41 ASUS P6TD Deluxe
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..., such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component... it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-1
..., such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component... it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-1
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... connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 17. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. Express_Gate SSD Page 2-35 2-6 2-33 2-12 2-25 2-29 2-30 2-24 2-37 2-31 2-26 2-34 2-31 2-32 2-36 2-34 2-36 4-34 ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-3 IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 7. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 9. Onboard...
... connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 17. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. Express_Gate SSD Page 2-35 2-6 2-33 2-12 2-25 2-29 2-30 2-24 2-37 2-31 2-26 2-34 2-31 2-32 2-36 2-34 2-36 4-34 ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-3 IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 7. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 9. Onboard...
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.../transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1366 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-5 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing...
.../transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1366 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-5 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing...
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... the gold triangle is toxic and inedible. If it gets into the CPU notch. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket. Gold triangle mark ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-7
... the gold triangle is toxic and inedible. If it gets into the CPU notch. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket. Gold triangle mark ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-7
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... the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. B 2. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1366 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to secure the heatsink ... heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA1366 heatsink and fan assembly comes in place. To install the CPU heatsink and fan 1. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-9 If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
... the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. B 2. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1366 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to secure the heatsink ... heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA1366 heatsink and fan assembly comes in place. To install the CPU heatsink and fan 1. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-9 If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
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...; Plug the optional fan cable to the CHA_FAN2 connector on the motherboard. • Ensure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the grooved edge of the heatsink. 3. 2.3.4 Installing the optional fans Install the optional ... optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-11 Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components.
...; Plug the optional fan cable to the CHA_FAN2 connector on the motherboard. • Ensure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the grooved edge of the heatsink. 3. 2.3.4 Installing the optional fans Install the optional ... optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-11 Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components.
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...8226; ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-13 DIMMs and DDR3-1600 are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you are supported for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. Under... the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel or triple-channel configuration. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability Vendor KINGSTON Part No. DIMM socket...
...8226; ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-13 DIMMs and DDR3-1600 are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you are supported for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. Under... the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel or triple-channel configuration. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability Vendor KINGSTON Part No. DIMM socket...
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...support (Optional) A* B* 1.65 • • • • • • • • P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability Vendor Part No. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size KINGSTON KHX14900D3K3/3GX (XMP) 3GB (Kit of 3) Super...Heat-Sink Package 8 • • 2GB (Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package CL8-8-8-20 (1066-7-7-7-20) 1.9 • • P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability Vendor Part No.
...support (Optional) A* B* 1.65 • • • • • • • • P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability Vendor Part No. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size KINGSTON KHX14900D3K3/3GX (XMP) 3GB (Kit of 3) Super...Heat-Sink Package 8 • • 2GB (Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package CL8-8-8-20 (1066-7-7-7-20) 1.9 • • P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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... ••• 1.65 ••• 2.0 ••• 1.65 ••• ••• 1.751.85 ••• ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-15 Size CORSAIR TR3X6G1600C8D (XMP) CORSAIR Crucial G.SKILL TR3X6G1600C9 (XMP) BL12864BA1608.8SFB (XMP) F3-12800CL7D-2GBHZ G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-2GBNQ G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-4GBPI G.Skill... 4GB (kit of 2) 3GB (kit of 3) 4GB (kit of 2) 6GB (kit of 3) 2G 2G (kit of 2) SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability (continued) Vendor Part No.
... ••• 1.65 ••• 2.0 ••• 1.65 ••• ••• 1.751.85 ••• ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-15 Size CORSAIR TR3X6G1600C8D (XMP) CORSAIR Crucial G.SKILL TR3X6G1600C9 (XMP) BL12864BA1608.8SFB (XMP) F3-12800CL7D-2GBHZ G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-2GBNQ G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-4GBPI G.Skill... 4GB (kit of 2) 3GB (kit of 3) 4GB (kit of 2) 6GB (kit of 3) 2G 2G (kit of 2) SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability (continued) Vendor Part No.