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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8P67 LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8P67 LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan...
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... device must accept any interference received including interference that interference will not occur in a particular installation. vi DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled...This device complies with Part 15 of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This equipment generates, uses and can be placed in municipal waste. This product has...
... device must accept any interference received including interference that interference will not occur in a particular installation. vi DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled...This device complies with Part 15 of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This equipment generates, uses and can be placed in municipal waste. This product has...
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...is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using an adapter or extension cord. About this guide is organized This guide.... • Ensure that your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the information you are not damaged. Detailed descriptions of the...
...is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using an adapter or extension cord. About this guide is organized This guide.... • Ensure that your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the information you are not damaged. Detailed descriptions of the...
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...it another standout in LGA1155 package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8P67 LE motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the ...you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8P67 LE motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Intel® second generation ...
...it another standout in LGA1155 package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8P67 LE motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the ...you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8P67 LE motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Intel® second generation ...
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...an improved performance. Built to -point links, which enhances system performance. 1-2 ASUS P8P67 LE Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. the latest connectivity standard. PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for faster data retrieval at 4.8Gbps with USB ...bandwidth of current bus systems. Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600(O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less...
...an improved performance. Built to -point links, which enhances system performance. 1-2 ASUS P8P67 LE Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. the latest connectivity standard. PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for faster data retrieval at 4.8Gbps with USB ...bandwidth of current bus systems. Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600(O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less...
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... for advanced operating systems. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS Auto tuning feature can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the same ...convenient mouse controls. Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is enhanced with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. 1.3.2 S/PDIF out connector at the back I/O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the optical S/PDIF...
... for advanced operating systems. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS Auto tuning feature can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the same ...convenient mouse controls. Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is enhanced with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. 1.3.2 S/PDIF out connector at the back I/O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the optical S/PDIF...
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... in no need to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). This all the exclusive... appearance! 1-4 ASUS P8P67 LE MemOK! It allows you to achieve a total system level up and running in real time. This easy OC tool allows you to switch back and forth between different utilities. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but ...
... in no need to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). This all the exclusive... appearance! 1-4 ASUS P8P67 LE MemOK! It allows you to achieve a total system level up and running in real time. This easy OC tool allows you to switch back and forth between different utilities. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but ...
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... flash disk that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the ... carbon footprint of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. ErP ready The motherboard is in different geographic regions and your screen. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and...
... flash disk that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the ... carbon footprint of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. ErP ready The motherboard is in different geographic regions and your screen. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and...
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...proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 1.4 Before you install motherboard components or change any component. • Before handling ...components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 ASUS P8P67 LE...
...proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 1.4 Before you install motherboard components or change any component. • Before handling ...components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 ASUS P8P67 LE...
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... the configuration of the chassis P8P67 LE Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of...
... the configuration of the chassis P8P67 LE Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of...
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.... Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. P8P67 LE P8P67 LE CPU socket LGA1155 2. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-10 ASUS P8P67 LE 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the right (B) until it to the...
.... Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. P8P67 LE P8P67 LE CPU socket LGA1155 2. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-10 ASUS P8P67 LE 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the right (B) until it to the...
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...• Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you have installed the motherboard to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan ...and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. The illustration above is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in place. B B Orient the heatsink and fan assembly A such that the...
...• Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you have installed the motherboard to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan ...and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. The illustration above is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in place. B B Orient the heatsink and fan assembly A such that the...
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...cable from the motherboard. A B A B B A B A 1-14 ASUS P8P67 LE Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Hardware monitoring... errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8P67 LE P8P67 LE CPU fan connector Do not forget ...
...cable from the motherboard. A B A B B A B A 1-14 ASUS P8P67 LE Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Hardware monitoring... errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8P67 LE P8P67 LE CPU fan connector Do not forget ...
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...and DIMM_B2 P8P67 LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with ...less power consumption. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket.
...and DIMM_B2 P8P67 LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with ...less power consumption. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket.
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...recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the latest QVL. 1-16 ASUS P8P67 LE For effective use a more memory on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more efficient memory... cooling system to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will run at a higher frequency, refer...
...recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the latest QVL. 1-16 ASUS P8P67 LE For effective use a more memory on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more efficient memory... cooling system to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will run at a higher frequency, refer...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DDR3-1866(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. P8P67 LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.SKILL KINGMAX Kingmax Kingmax Part No.
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DDR3-1866(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. P8P67 LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.SKILL KINGMAX Kingmax Kingmax Part No.
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... into a socket in the wrong direction to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DIMM notch 1-22 ASUS P8P67 LE Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the...
... into a socket in the wrong direction to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DIMM notch 1-22 ASUS P8P67 LE Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the...
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...intend to use . 4. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Align the card connector with .... Remove the bracket opposite the slot that support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Keep the screw for the expansion card. Secure the card to...
...intend to use . 4. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Align the card connector with .... Remove the bracket opposite the slot that support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Keep the screw for the expansion card. Secure the card to...
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... • Due to the CrossFireX™ limitation, PCIe x16_2 slot must run at x4 mode to set up a CrossFireX™ configuration. 1-24 ASUS P8P67 LE Go to the BIOS setup to get better performance. • We recommend that you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on both the PCIe x16...card to change the settings. The default setting is x2 mode. See page 1-30 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 when using multiple graphics cards for details. • The PCIe x1 slots share the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot...
... • Due to the CrossFireX™ limitation, PCIe x16_2 slot must run at x4 mode to set up a CrossFireX™ configuration. 1-24 ASUS P8P67 LE Go to the BIOS setup to get better performance. • We recommend that you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on both the PCIe x16...card to change the settings. The default setting is x2 mode. See page 1-30 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 when using multiple graphics cards for details. • The PCIe x1 slots share the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot...