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... 1-2 1.3 Front panel (internal 1-3 1.4 Rear panel 1-4 1.5 Internal components 1-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation 2.1 Preparation 2-2 2.2 Before you proceed 2-2 2.3 Removing the cover 2-3 2.4 Removing the power supply unit 2-4 2.5 CPU installation 2-5 2.5.1 Installing the CPU 2-5 2.5.2 Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly...... 2-7 2.6 Installing a DIMM 2-8 2.6.1 Memory configurations 2-8 2.6.2 DIMM installation 2-12 2.7 Installing an expansion card 2-13 2.7.1 Expansion slots 2-13 2.7.2 Expansion card installation 2-14...
... 1-2 1.3 Front panel (internal 1-3 1.4 Rear panel 1-4 1.5 Internal components 1-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation 2.1 Preparation 2-2 2.2 Before you proceed 2-2 2.3 Removing the cover 2-3 2.4 Removing the power supply unit 2-4 2.5 CPU installation 2-5 2.5.1 Installing the CPU 2-5 2.5.2 Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly...... 2-7 2.6 Installing a DIMM 2-8 2.6.1 Memory configurations 2-8 2.6.2 DIMM installation 2-12 2.7 Installing an expansion card 2-13 2.7.1 Expansion slots 2-13 2.7.2 Expansion card installation 2-14...
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Profile 5-33 5.8 Exit menu 5-34 Appendix Power supply specifications A-2 Table of contents 5.4.2 CPU Configuration 5-19 5.4.3 Chipset 5-20 5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration 5-22 5.4.5 PCI PnP 5-23 5.5 Power menu 5-25 5.5.1 Suspend Mode 5-25 5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume 5-25 5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support 5-25 5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support 5-25 5.5.5 APM Configuration 5-26 5.5.6 Hardware Monitor 5-27 5.6 Boot menu 5-28 5.6.1 Boot Device Priority 5-28 5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 5-29 5.6.3 Security 5-30 5.7 Tools menu 5-32 5.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 5-32 5.7.2 ASUS O.C.
Profile 5-33 5.8 Exit menu 5-34 Appendix Power supply specifications A-2 Table of contents 5.4.2 CPU Configuration 5-19 5.4.3 Chipset 5-20 5.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration 5-22 5.4.5 PCI PnP 5-23 5.5 Power menu 5-25 5.5.1 Suspend Mode 5-25 5.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume 5-25 5.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support 5-25 5.5.4 ACPI APIC Support 5-25 5.5.5 APM Configuration 5-26 5.5.6 Hardware Monitor 5-27 5.6 Boot menu 5-28 5.6.1 Boot Device Priority 5-28 5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 5-29 5.6.3 Security 5-30 5.7 Tools menu 5-32 5.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 5-32 5.7.2 ASUS O.C.
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Support CD 4. ASUS T3-P5G965 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 250 W PFC power supply unit • Gigabit LAN port • CPU fan and heatsink assembly • 1 x 5.25" drive bays • 2 x 3.5" hard disk drive bay • 6 x USB 2.0 ports • ... • ATA cable • Serial ATA cable • Serial ATA power cable 3. Item description 1. System package contents Check your T3-P5G965 system package for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Optional items •...
Support CD 4. ASUS T3-P5G965 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 250 W PFC power supply unit • Gigabit LAN port • CPU fan and heatsink assembly • 1 x 5.25" drive bays • 2 x 3.5" hard disk drive bay • 6 x USB 2.0 ports • ... • ATA cable • Serial ATA cable • Serial ATA power cable 3. Item description 1. System package contents Check your T3-P5G965 system package for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Optional items •...
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... have all the components you uninstall any system component. DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Basic components to install in the system. Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2. Hard disk drive 5. 2.1 Preparation Before you proceed, make sure that the standby power LED is ON, in sleep mode or in soft-off mode, and...
... have all the components you uninstall any system component. DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Basic components to install in the system. Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2. Hard disk drive 5. 2.1 Preparation Before you proceed, make sure that the standby power LED is ON, in sleep mode or in soft-off mode, and...
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Lift the PSU in the direction of the arrow to remove the power supply unit (PSU) before you can install a central processing unit (CPU) and other system components. 2- Chapter 2: Basic installation Disconnect the optical drive power connector. 3. 2.4 Removing the power supply unit You need to a 90º angle. Locate ...
Lift the PSU in the direction of the arrow to remove the power supply unit (PSU) before you can install a central processing unit (CPU) and other system components. 2- Chapter 2: Basic installation Disconnect the optical drive power connector. 3. 2.4 Removing the power supply unit You need to a 90º angle. Locate ...
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... socket box is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. ASUS T3-P5G965 2- ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is facing towards you...
... socket box is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. ASUS T3-P5G965 2- ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is facing towards you...
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...it is on the bottom‑left corner of the arrow to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. CPU notch Gold triangle mark Alignment key 2- Chapter 2: Basic installation Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket then fit the socket alignment ...key into the CPU notch. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to the left (B) until it to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP...
...it is on the bottom‑left corner of the arrow to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. CPU notch Gold triangle mark Alignment key 2- Chapter 2: Basic installation Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket then fit the socket alignment ...key into the CPU notch. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to the left (B) until it to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP...
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Drive in the four screws you removed earlier into the retention tab. B 2.5.2 Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly To reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly: 1. 6. Position the CPU fan and heatsink assembly on the motherboard. 2 2 2 2 1 ASUS T3-P5G965 2- Connect the CPU fan cable to the motherboard. 3. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it A snaps into the CPU fan screw holes to secure the fan and heatsink assembly to the CPU fan connector on top of the installed CPU. 2.
Drive in the four screws you removed earlier into the retention tab. B 2.5.2 Reinstalling the CPU fan and heatsink assembly To reinstall the CPU fan and heatsink assembly: 1. 6. Position the CPU fan and heatsink assembly on the motherboard. 2 2 2 2 1 ASUS T3-P5G965 2- Connect the CPU fan cable to the motherboard. 3. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it A snaps into the CPU fan screw holes to secure the fan and heatsink assembly to the CPU fan connector on top of the installed CPU. 2.
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... voltage supply in your area is 200‑240 V, set the switch to 115 V in place. 5. C T R BASS REAR S P K SIDE S P K LINE IN FRONT MIC IN eSATA ASUS T3-P5G965 2-17 Make sure the PSU cables do not interfere with the screws you removed earlier. Connect the optical drive power connector. 4. If necessary, connect the... unit Reinstall the power supply unit (PSU) after installing the system components and reconnecting the cables. To reinstall the PSU: 1. Secure the PSU with the CPU and/or chassis fans.
... voltage supply in your area is 200‑240 V, set the switch to 115 V in place. 5. C T R BASS REAR S P K SIDE S P K LINE IN FRONT MIC IN eSATA ASUS T3-P5G965 2-17 Make sure the PSU cables do not interfere with the screws you removed earlier. Connect the optical drive power connector. 4. If necessary, connect the... unit Reinstall the power supply unit (PSU) after installing the system components and reconnecting the cables. To reinstall the PSU: 1. Secure the PSU with the CPU and/or chassis fans.
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... - Installation Wizard for Utilities Allows you keep your computer in a healthy operating condition. 3- Chapter 3: Starting up ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility continuously monitors vital system information such as fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you to easily install all...
... - Installation Wizard for Utilities Allows you keep your computer in a healthy operating condition. 3- Chapter 3: Starting up ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility continuously monitors vital system information such as fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you on any detected problems. This utility helps you to easily install all...
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... NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in the BIOS. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). otherwise, the system would not power up feature. R USB device Wake up 12 USBPW910 +5V (Default... Power Setting KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB 4- Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW910) Set these jumpers to +5V to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in low power mode) using the connected USB devices.
... NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in the BIOS. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). otherwise, the system would not power up feature. R USB device Wake up 12 USBPW910 +5V (Default... Power Setting KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB 4- Chapter 4: Motherboard Info 2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW910) Set these jumpers to +5V to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in low power mode) using the connected USB devices.
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...proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. otherwise, the system will not boot up. R CPU Fan Connector CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN Do not forget to connect the fan cable to the ATX12V connector on the motherboard. 1. Insufficient air ...12V DC GND R ATX Power Connector +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts ASUS T3-P5G965 4- ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for the 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs from the power supply unit are...
...proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. otherwise, the system will not boot up. R CPU Fan Connector CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN Do not forget to connect the fan cable to the ATX12V connector on the motherboard. 1. Insufficient air ...12V DC GND R ATX Power Connector +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts ASUS T3-P5G965 4- ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for the 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs from the power supply unit are...
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AMIBIOS Version : 0403 Build Date : 10/16/06 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.80 GHz Speed : 3800 MHz Count : 1 System Memory Available : 504 MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system ...can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. USB Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP Configure the USB support ASUS T3-P5G965 5-17 Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. 5.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to ...
AMIBIOS Version : 0403 Build Date : 10/16/06 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.80 GHz Speed : 3800 MHz Count : 1 System Memory Available : 504 MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system ...can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. USB Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP Configure the USB support ASUS T3-P5G965 5-17 Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. 5.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to ...
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... [Disabled] Enable this item is auto-detected by BIOS. In TM mode, the CPU power consumption is lower than idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS T3-P5G965 5-19 Configure advanced CPU settings Module Version: 3C.0E Manufacturer: Intel Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.80GHz Frequency : 3.80GHz FSB Speed : 800MHz Cache L1 : 16 KB Cache L2 : 2048...
... [Disabled] Enable this item is auto-detected by BIOS. In TM mode, the CPU power consumption is lower than idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS T3-P5G965 5-19 Configure advanced CPU settings Module Version: 3C.0E Manufacturer: Intel Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.80GHz Frequency : 3.80GHz FSB Speed : 800MHz Cache L1 : 16 KB Cache L2 : 2048...
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South Bridge Configuration South Bridge Chipset Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] CPU Throttling Duty [Disable] HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable high definition audio controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled].../PATA Controller [Enabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Enable or disable Configure DRAM Timing by SPD. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Throttling Duty [Disable] Allows you to configure CPU Throttling Duty. Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller.
South Bridge Configuration South Bridge Chipset Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] CPU Throttling Duty [Disable] HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable high definition audio controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled].../PATA Controller [Enabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Enable or disable Configure DRAM Timing by SPD. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Throttling Duty [Disable] Allows you to configure CPU Throttling Duty. Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] Enables or disables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller.
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... ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on . If the fan is off and then back on the first try. ASUS T3-P5G965 5-27 This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Select Disabled if you ...parameter allows you do not wish to turn on the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.5.6 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature [51ºC/122.5ºF] MB Temperature [41ºC/105.5ºF] CPU Fan Speed [N/A] VCORE Voltage [ 1.280V] 3.3V Voltage [ 3.276V] 5V Voltage [ 5.120V] 12V Voltage [12.038V]...
... ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on . If the fan is off and then back on the first try. ASUS T3-P5G965 5-27 This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Select Disabled if you ...parameter allows you do not wish to turn on the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 5.5.6 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature [51ºC/122.5ºF] MB Temperature [41ºC/105.5ºF] CPU Fan Speed [N/A] VCORE Voltage [ 1.280V] 3.3V Voltage [ 3.276V] 5V Voltage [ 5.120V] 12V Voltage [12.038V]...
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... Device [ATAPI CD-ROM] 1st ~ xxth Boot Device These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that appears on the screen depends on the number of device items that smartly adjusts the fan speeds...
... Device [ATAPI CD-ROM] 1st ~ xxth Boot Device These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that appears on the screen depends on the number of device items that smartly adjusts the fan speeds...