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... ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. This offer is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you encounter any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for free by downloading it shipped to, by ASUS; Product warranty or service will be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless...
... ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. This offer is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you encounter any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for free by downloading it shipped to, by ASUS; Product warranty or service will be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless...
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...2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language 2-11 2.3.2 System Date 2-11 2.3.3 System Time 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2-13 2.4.2 Memory Frequency 2-14 2.4.3 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.4 EPU Power Saving Mode 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 Offset Mode Sign 2-16 2.4.8 DRAM Voltage 2-16 2.4.9 VCCIO Voltage 2-16 2.4.10 PCH Voltage 2-16 2.4.11 Load-Line...
...2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language 2-11 2.3.2 System Date 2-11 2.3.3 System Time 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2-13 2.4.2 Memory Frequency 2-14 2.4.3 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.4 EPU Power Saving Mode 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 Offset Mode Sign 2-16 2.4.8 DRAM Voltage 2-16 2.4.9 VCCIO Voltage 2-16 2.4.10 PCH Voltage 2-16 2.4.11 Load-Line...
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... EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. ASUS Auto tuning feature can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with just a few clicks away. MemOK! 1.3.2 Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboard BIOS input to enable more intricate system settings. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support The motherboard's powerful Intel...
... EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. ASUS Auto tuning feature can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with just a few clicks away. MemOK! 1.3.2 Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboard BIOS input to enable more intricate system settings. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support The motherboard's powerful Intel...
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... motherboard from switching power supply (PSU). It allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that contains the latest BIOS file. 1-4 ASUS P8P67-M PRO ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that offers users a noiseless PC environment. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage...
... motherboard from switching power supply (PSU). It allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that contains the latest BIOS file. 1-4 ASUS P8P67-M PRO ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that offers users a noiseless PC environment. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage...
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... the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1-22 ASUS P8P67-M PRO Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing...
... the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1-22 ASUS P8P67-M PRO Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing...
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... system chassis. Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [HD]. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) This connector is purchased separately. IE1394_1 TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND P8P67-M PRO PIN 1 TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V P8P67-M PRO IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to this connector. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-27 See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for an IEEE 1394a port. AAFP P8P67-M PRO SENSE2_RETUR...
... system chassis. Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [HD]. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) This connector is purchased separately. IE1394_1 TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND P8P67-M PRO PIN 1 TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V P8P67-M PRO IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to this connector. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-27 See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for an IEEE 1394a port. AAFP P8P67-M PRO SENSE2_RETUR...
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... jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8P67-M PRO CHA_FAN1 GND CPU FAN...
... jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8P67-M PRO CHA_FAN1 GND CPU FAN...
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... ASUS P8P67-M PRO Refer to create a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS installation. ATAPI device is for details. • Press + during POST to enter the Marvell RAID utility to create or delete a RAID configuration. • If you want to install a Windows operating system to a RAID configuration created using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA6G_E1 P8P67-M PRO P8P67-M PRO Marvell® SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector...
... ASUS P8P67-M PRO Refer to create a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS installation. ATAPI device is for details. • Press + during POST to enter the Marvell RAID utility to create or delete a RAID configuration. • If you want to install a Windows operating system to a RAID configuration created using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA6G_E1 P8P67-M PRO P8P67-M PRO Marvell® SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector...
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... Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using these connectors, set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. 9. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 0+1(10) configurations with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard...
... Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using these connectors, set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. 9. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 0+1(10) configurations with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard...
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... support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set to [RAID Mode]. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. The Serial ATA RAID...
... support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set to [RAID Mode]. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. The Serial ATA RAID...
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13. The USB module cable is ideal for USB 2.0 ports. TPU P8P67-M PRO P8P67-M PRO TPU switch 1-34 ASUS P8P67-M PRO Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enable or disable the TPU function. This is purchased separately. 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to enhance...
13. The USB module cable is ideal for USB 2.0 ports. TPU P8P67-M PRO P8P67-M PRO TPU switch 1-34 ASUS P8P67-M PRO Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enable or disable the TPU function. This is purchased separately. 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to enhance...
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The contents of the Support DVD are subject to avail all motherboard features. The following screen is for better compatibility and system stability. 1.13.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to change at www.asus.com for updates. 1.13 Software support 1.13.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Double...
The contents of the Support DVD are subject to avail all motherboard features. The following screen is for better compatibility and system stability. 1.13.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to change at www.asus.com for updates. 1.13 Software support 1.13.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Double...
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... network traffic, then click Next. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to launch the AI Suite II utility. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Place the support DVD in the future. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS...
... network traffic, then click Next. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to launch the AI Suite II utility. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Place the support DVD in the future. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS...
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... BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to find the USB flash disk that you press to the USB port. 3. Turn on the system. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The BIOS file in...
... BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to find the USB flash disk that you press to the USB port. 3. Turn on the system. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The BIOS file in...
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....org)! Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Booting the system in NTFS format. 3. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as the boot device. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Welcome to boot using defaults 3. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8P67-M PRO The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS...
....org)! Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Booting the system in NTFS format. 3. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as the boot device. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Welcome to boot using defaults 3. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8P67-M PRO The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS...
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... connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to select the BIOS file and press . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8P67-M PRO D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys...
... connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to select the BIOS file and press . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8P67-M PRO D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys...
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... > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type SPDIF VIA 1394 Controller Enabled PCI Express X16_3 slot (black) bandwidth Auto Marvell Storage Controller Marvell St orage OPROM Marvell Storage OPROM Disabled Enabled IDE Mode Enabled Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Enabled > Serial Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Marvell Storage OPROM. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys...
... > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type SPDIF VIA 1394 Controller Enabled PCI Express X16_3 slot (black) bandwidth Auto Marvell Storage Controller Marvell St orage OPROM Marvell Storage OPROM Disabled Enabled IDE Mode Enabled Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Enabled > Serial Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Marvell Storage OPROM. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys...
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...ASUS P8P67-M PRO The items shown in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to your CPU model. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you installed. Use and keys or the numeric keypad to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. Execute Disable...
...ASUS P8P67-M PRO The items shown in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to your CPU model. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you installed. Use and keys or the numeric keypad to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. Execute Disable...
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... drive to [Compatible] when using Windows 98/NT/2000/MS-DOS. Up to the operating system. CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the corresponding SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [ACPI C-2] [ACPI C-3] CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to four SATA devices are supported under these operating systems. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Allows you want to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller...
... drive to [Compatible] when using Windows 98/NT/2000/MS-DOS. Up to the operating system. CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the corresponding SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [ACPI C-2] [ACPI C-3] CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to four SATA devices are supported under these operating systems. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Allows you want to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller...
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... onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). VIA 1394 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you want the SATA hard disk drives...
... onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). VIA 1394 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you want the SATA hard disk drives...