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Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5B SE specifications summary xi 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 AI Lifestyle features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Special features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-7 2.3.2 Installing the...
Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5B SE specifications summary xi 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 AI Lifestyle features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Special features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-7 2.3.2 Installing the...
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... 100MHz up to 500MHz at mid-board, four on the rear panel) ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Connector ASUS O.C. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the rear panel - P5B SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN High Definition Audio USB ASUS special features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad...
... 100MHz up to 500MHz at mid-board, four on the rear panel) ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Connector ASUS O.C. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the rear panel - P5B SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN High Definition Audio USB ASUS special features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad...
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xii P5B SE specifications summary Rear panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x Serial port 1 x External Serial ATA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel ... Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI v3.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.4 in (30.5 cm x 18.8 cm) *Specifications are...
xii P5B SE specifications summary Rear panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x Serial port 1 x External Serial ATA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel ... Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI v3.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.4 in (30.5 cm x 18.8 cm) *Specifications are...
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... Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5B SE 1 x Serial ATA power cable 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield 1 x ASUS Q-connector kit (USB, system panel; Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD ASUS Superb Software Library CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and...
... Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5B SE 1 x Serial ATA power cable 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield 1 x ASUS Q-connector kit (USB, system panel; Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD ASUS Superb Software Library CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and...
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...crystal-clear digital audio. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to share and distribute their favorite settings. See pages 2-24 and 4-23 for details. The BIOS settings can connect your PC! ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to analog format and ... systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack. See pages 2-30 and 4-28 for details. ASUS O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to external devices. See page 4-8 for details. ASUS P5B SE 1-
...crystal-clear digital audio. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to share and distribute their favorite settings. See pages 2-24 and 4-23 for details. The BIOS settings can connect your PC! ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to analog format and ... systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack. See pages 2-30 and 4-28 for details. ASUS O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to external devices. See page 4-8 for details. ASUS P5B SE 1-
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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 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-19 2.6 Jumpers 2-22 2.7 Connectors 2-24 ASUS P5B SE
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-19 2.6 Jumpers 2-22 2.7 Connectors 2-24 ASUS P5B SE
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... Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any component....damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is...Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. ® P5B SE SB_PWR P5B SE Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5B SE 2-
... Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any component....damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is...Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. ® P5B SE SB_PWR P5B SE Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5B SE 2-
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... the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Failure to the chassis. Make sure to the rear part of the chassis P5B SE 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into it. The edge with external...
... the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Failure to the chassis. Make sure to the rear part of the chassis P5B SE 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into it. The edge with external...
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2.2.3 Motherboard layout 18.8cm (7.4in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR ATX12V LGA775 CPU_FAN ® DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,....0in) ESATA PARALLEL PORT USB34 CHA_FAN LAN1_USB12 USBPW1-4 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In LAN Intel® P965 EATXPWR AAFP CD ALC662 P5B SE PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 Super I/O SATA_E1 JMB363 FLOPPY PCI1 SB_PWR PCI2 Intel® ICH8 PCI3 SPDIF_OUT PCIEX1_2 USB910 USBPW9-10 USBPW5-8 USB56 BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell...
2.2.3 Motherboard layout 18.8cm (7.4in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 KBPWR ATX12V LGA775 CPU_FAN ® DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,....0in) ESATA PARALLEL PORT USB34 CHA_FAN LAN1_USB12 USBPW1-4 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In LAN Intel® P965 EATXPWR AAFP CD ALC662 P5B SE PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 Super I/O SATA_E1 JMB363 FLOPPY PCI1 SB_PWR PCI2 Intel® ICH8 PCI3 SPDIF_OUT PCIEX1_2 USB910 USBPW9-10 USBPW5-8 USB56 BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell...
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.... ASUS P5B SE 2- Locate the CPU socket on your left. 2. Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you and the load lever is released from the retention tab. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is on the motherboard. ® P5B SE P5B SE...
.... ASUS P5B SE 2- Locate the CPU socket on your left. 2. Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you and the load lever is released from the retention tab. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is on the motherboard. ® P5B SE P5B SE...
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... four fasteners match the holes on top of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5B SE 2- Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the installed CPU, making sure that you have ...CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that you have installed the motherboard to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑...
... four fasteners match the holes on top of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5B SE 2- Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the installed CPU, making sure that you have ...CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that you have installed the motherboard to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑...
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Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! 2. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM A P5B SE ® P5B SE CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. B A A A B B B A 3.
Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! 2. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM A P5B SE ® P5B SE CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. B A A A B B B A 3.
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Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. A A A B A B B A 4. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from B the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. ASUS P5B SE 2-11
Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. A A A B A B B A 4. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from B the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. ASUS P5B SE 2-11
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...174; DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P5B SE P5B SE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 • The chipset officially supports the FSB up to 1066MHz.Tuned by the ASUS exclusive technology, this motherboard supports up to the 184-...notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with FSB 1333MHz, make sure to install DDR2 667 DIMMs or DDR2 800 DIMMs. ASUS P5B SE 2-13 See the table below. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR...
...174; DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P5B SE P5B SE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 • The chipset officially supports the FSB up to 1066MHz.Tuned by the ASUS exclusive technology, this motherboard supports up to the 184-...notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with FSB 1333MHz, make sure to install DDR2 667 DIMMs or DDR2 800 DIMMs. ASUS P5B SE 2-13 See the table below. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P5B SE 2-15 If you want to run at DDR2-533 by default setting. K4T51083QC Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package V59C1512804QBF25 Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P5B SE 2-15 If you want to run at DDR2-533 by default setting. K4T51083QC Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package V59C1512804QBF25 Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink...
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ASUS P5B SE 2-17 SS/DS Part No. 512MB KINGSTON HYB18T512800AF37 SS 1024MB KINGSTON D6408TPAGGL3U DS 2048MB KINGSTON E1108AB-6E-E DS 512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF37 SS 1024MB Qimonda...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DIMM support: A - B - Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest QVL. Single-sided DS - C - Supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2 533 Size Vendor...
ASUS P5B SE 2-17 SS/DS Part No. 512MB KINGSTON HYB18T512800AF37 SS 1024MB KINGSTON D6408TPAGGL3U DS 2048MB KINGSTON E1108AB-6E-E DS 512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF37 SS 1024MB Qimonda...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DIMM support: A - B - Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest QVL. Single-sided DS - C - Supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2 533 Size Vendor...
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... earlier. 6. Turn on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on the next page for details. Refer to the tables on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS P5B SE 2-19 Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Replace the system cover. 2.5.2... the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Secure the card to the card. Install the software drivers...
... earlier. 6. Turn on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on the next page for details. Refer to the tables on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS P5B SE 2-19 Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Replace the system cover. 2.5.2... the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Secure the card to the card. Install the software drivers...
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... PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI specifications. ASUS P5B SE 2-21 The following figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots...
... PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI specifications. ASUS P5B SE 2-21 The following figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots...
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... date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! ® P5B SE CLRTC 12 23 Normal Clear RTC P5B SE Clear RTC RAM (Default) • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to the chipset limitation...
... date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! ® P5B SE CLRTC 12 23 Normal Clear RTC P5B SE Clear RTC RAM (Default) • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to the chipset limitation...