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... APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ii or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES... manual may or may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be extended if: (1) the...
... APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ii or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES... manual may or may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be extended if: (1) the...
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... 2: Starting up 2.1 Installing an operating system 2-2 2.2 Powering up your system 2-2 2.3 Support CD information 2-3 2.3.1 Running the Support CD 2-3 2.3.2 Drivers menu 2-4 2.3.3 Utilities menu 2-5 2.3.4 Manual menu 2-6 2.3.5 ASUS Contact information 2-6 2.3.6 Other information 2-7 2.4 ASUS AI Manager 2-9 2.4.1 Installing AI Manager 2-9 2.4.2 Launching AI Manager 2-9 2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar 2-9 2.4.4 Main 2-10 2.4.5 My favorites 2-13 2.4.6 Support 2-14 2.4.7 Information 2-14 Chapter 3: Motherboard...
... 2: Starting up 2.1 Installing an operating system 2-2 2.2 Powering up your system 2-2 2.3 Support CD information 2-3 2.3.1 Running the Support CD 2-3 2.3.2 Drivers menu 2-4 2.3.3 Utilities menu 2-5 2.3.4 Manual menu 2-6 2.3.5 ASUS Contact information 2-6 2.3.6 Other information 2-7 2.4 ASUS AI Manager 2-9 2.4.1 Installing AI Manager 2-9 2.4.2 Launching AI Manager 2-9 2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar 2-9 2.4.4 Main 2-10 2.4.5 My favorites 2-13 2.4.6 Support 2-14 2.4.7 Information 2-14 Chapter 3: Motherboard...
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Table of contents Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-2 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-2 4.1.2 AFUDOS utility 4-3 4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-6 4.1.4 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-8 4.1.5 ASUS Update utility 4-9 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-12 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-13 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-13 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-13 4.2.4 Menu items 4-14 4.2.5 Submenu items 4-14 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-14 4.2.7 ...
Table of contents Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-2 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-2 4.1.2 AFUDOS utility 4-3 4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-6 4.1.4 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-8 4.1.5 ASUS Update utility 4-9 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-12 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-13 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-13 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-13 4.2.4 Menu items 4-14 4.2.5 Submenu items 4-14 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-14 4.2.7 ...
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... turning the equipment off and on, the user is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/ english/REACH.htm. However, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by the party responsible for compliance could void...
... turning the equipment off and on, the user is no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/ english/REACH.htm. However, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by the party responsible for compliance could void...
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Use of this product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation that comes with the package. • Before using the product, ensure that all the power cables for home and other intellectual property rights. Place the product on a flat and stable surface. • Do not block the air vents on the chassis. If possible, disconnect all the power cables from the existing system before relocating the system. • When adding or removing any devices to or from the ...
Use of this product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation that comes with the package. • Before using the product, ensure that all the power cables for home and other intellectual property rights. Place the product on a flat and stable surface. • Do not block the air vents on the chassis. If possible, disconnect all the power cables from the existing system before relocating the system. • When adding or removing any devices to or from the ...
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... information about the motherboard that comes with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Chapter 3: Motherboard information This chapter gives information about the ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 barebone system. Replace only with the system. The chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components...223;en Austausch der Batterie. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41.
... information about the motherboard that comes with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Chapter 3: Motherboard information This chapter gives information about the ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 barebone system. Replace only with the system. The chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components...223;en Austausch der Batterie. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41.
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... documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you MUST follow to the following symbols used in this manual. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are not part of the following sources for additional information and for...ix Where to find more information Refer to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to help you perform certain tasks properly, take note of...
... documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you MUST follow to the following symbols used in this manual. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are not part of the following sources for additional information and for...ix Where to find more information Refer to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to help you perform certain tasks properly, take note of...
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CD • Support CD 4. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 3-in-1 storage card reader • PCIE raiser card • 200W power supply unit 2. Quick Installation Guide If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 system package for the following items. Standard items 1. Cables • Power cable • Serial ATA power cable and signal cable 3. System package contents Check your retailer immediately.
CD • Support CD 4. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • 3-in-1 storage card reader • PCIE raiser card • 200W power supply unit 2. Quick Installation Guide If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 system package for the following items. Standard items 1. Cables • Power cable • Serial ATA power cable and signal cable 3. System package contents Check your retailer immediately.
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System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of ASUS P2-P5G41/ P4-P5G41. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panels, and internal components. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41
System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of ASUS P2-P5G41/ P4-P5G41. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panels, and internal components. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41
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... The illustrations below show the front panels of P2-P5G41 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 Front panel (close) Front panel (open) 1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction Thank you for purchasing the ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41! Front panel of the P2-P5G41 and P4-P5G41. The ASUS �P�2�-�P�5�G��4�...;e� entertainment features. 1.1 Welcome! The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by an ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Prescott, Smithfield, Cedarmill, Kentsfield, Conroe, Wolfdale, and Yorkfield processors.
... The illustrations below show the front panels of P2-P5G41 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 Front panel (close) Front panel (open) 1-2 Chapter 1: System introduction Thank you for purchasing the ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41! Front panel of the P2-P5G41 and P4-P5G41. The ASUS �P�2�-�P�5�G��4�...;e� entertainment features. 1.1 Welcome! The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by an ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Prescott, Smithfield, Cedarmill, Kentsfield, Conroe, Wolfdale, and Yorkfield processors.
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.... USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. This port connects to eject an optical disk. 5. This 3-in -1 card reader. Headphone port (lime). Front panel of P4-P5G41 3 4 2 6 1 5 7 8 10 9 Front panel (close) Front panel (open) 1. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 1-3 Press this button to an IEEE 1394 device such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. 9. Optical disk drive (ODD...
.... USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. This port connects to eject an optical disk. 5. This 3-in -1 card reader. Headphone port (lime). Front panel of P4-P5G41 3 4 2 6 1 5 7 8 10 9 Front panel (close) Front panel (open) 1. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 1-3 Press this button to an IEEE 1394 device such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. 9. Optical disk drive (ODD...
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... port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 7. Power connector. 2. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the P2-P5G41 and P4-P5G41. 2 1 86 4 7 53 10 9 12 11 13 16 14 15 Rear panel 1. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the center/ subwoofer speakers...
... port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 7. Power connector. 2. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the P2-P5G41 and P4-P5G41. 2 1 86 4 7 53 10 9 12 11 13 16 14 15 Rear panel 1. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the center/ subwoofer speakers...
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... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 9. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 1-5
... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 9. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 1-5
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PCIE raiser bracket (connected to the motherboard PCIe slot) 5. Power supply unit 4. The installed components are labeled for your reference. 3 1 2 4 7 5 6 1. 5.25 inch optical disk drive and 3.5 inch hard disk drive cage 2. ASUS motherboard 6. 1.4 Internal components The illustration below is the internal view of the ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 when you remove the chassis cover. Front panel assembly 3. DIMM slots 7. LGA775 socket 1-6 Chapter 1: System introduction
PCIE raiser bracket (connected to the motherboard PCIe slot) 5. Power supply unit 4. The installed components are labeled for your reference. 3 1 2 4 7 5 6 1. 5.25 inch optical disk drive and 3.5 inch hard disk drive cage 2. ASUS motherboard 6. 1.4 Internal components The illustration below is the internal view of the ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 when you remove the chassis cover. Front panel assembly 3. DIMM slots 7. LGA775 socket 1-6 Chapter 1: System introduction
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Chapter 2 This chapter helps you power up ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 Starting up the system and install drivers and utilities from the Support CD.
Chapter 2 This chapter helps you power up ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 Starting up the system and install drivers and utilities from the Support CD.
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... your OS documentation for reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to power up the system. 2.1 Installing an operating system The ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 supports Windows® XP / Vista Operating Systems (OS). Use the setup procedures presented in the Support CD. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary...
... your OS documentation for reference only. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to power up the system. 2.1 Installing an operating system The ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 supports Windows® XP / Vista Operating Systems (OS). Use the setup procedures presented in the Support CD. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary...
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... displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the Support CD are subject to run the CD. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 2-3 Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice.
... displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the Support CD are subject to run the CD. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 2-3 Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice.
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...® chipset inf update program. Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Installs the Intel® graphics accelerator driver. Norton Internet Security 2009 Installs Norton Internet Security 2009. ASUS InstALL - Realtek RTL8111B/C LAN Driver Installs the Realtek® RTL8111B/C LAN driver.
...® chipset inf update program. Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Installs the Intel® graphics accelerator driver. Norton Internet Security 2009 Installs Norton Internet Security 2009. ASUS InstALL - Realtek RTL8111B/C LAN Driver Installs the Realtek® RTL8111B/C LAN driver.
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... utility allows you can launch AI disk, AI Security, and AI Probe easily. ASUS AI Manager Installs the ASUS AI Manager where you to open, view, and print documents in a Windows® environment. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 2-5 This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Acrobat Reader 8 Installs...
... utility allows you can launch AI disk, AI Security, and AI Probe easily. ASUS AI Manager Installs the ASUS AI Manager where you to open, view, and print documents in a Windows® environment. ASUS P2-P5G41/P4-P5G41 2-5 This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Acrobat Reader 8 Installs...
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2.3.4 Manual menu The Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a manual. 2.3.5 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. 2-6 Chapter 2: Starting up The manuals are in Portable Document Format (PDF) format.
2.3.4 Manual menu The Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a manual. 2.3.5 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. 2-6 Chapter 2: Starting up The manuals are in Portable Document Format (PDF) format.