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Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5BV Series 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 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 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-6 2.3.2 Installing ...
Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5BV Series 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 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 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-6 2.3.2 Installing ...
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...LSI MegaRAID embedded SATA RAID Controller (RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10) for Windows and Linux For P5BV /SAS only: - P5BV Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots * Storage Graphics LAN USB 1 x LGA775 socket Supports Intel Core™ 2 Duo series ... (IMSM) (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5) For P5BV only: - LSI 1068 PCI-X 8-port SAS controller: LSI® Integrated RAID 0, 1, 1E support - Optional LSI® ZCR (Zero-Channel-RAID) PCI-X card: (For upgrade to 8 GB system memory 1 x PCI-E X16 slot (x8 link) 2 x PCI-X slot ...
...LSI MegaRAID embedded SATA RAID Controller (RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10) for Windows and Linux For P5BV /SAS only: - P5BV Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots * Storage Graphics LAN USB 1 x LGA775 socket Supports Intel Core™ 2 Duo series ... (IMSM) (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5) For P5BV only: - LSI 1068 PCI-X 8-port SAS controller: LSI® Integrated RAID 0, 1, 1E support - Optional LSI® ZCR (Zero-Channel-RAID) PCI-X card: (For upgrade to 8 GB system memory 1 x PCI-E X16 slot (x8 link) 2 x PCI-X slot ...
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...USB 2.0, and SATA among others. PCI Express features point‑to 12.8 GB/s. The MCH provides the processor, dual-channel DDR2-667 / 800 memory, and PCI Express interfaces. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O controller hub that supports Intel Core.../ Quad-Core processors with 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). The Intel® EM64T feature allows your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with Intel® O6, 05B/05A or 04B/04A processors. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST...
...USB 2.0, and SATA among others. PCI Express features point‑to 12.8 GB/s. The MCH provides the processor, dual-channel DDR2-667 / 800 memory, and PCI Express interfaces. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O controller hub that supports Intel Core.../ Quad-Core processors with 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). The Intel® EM64T feature allows your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with Intel® O6, 05B/05A or 04B/04A processors. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST...
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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 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.6 Jumpers 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-24 ASUS P5BV Series
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.6 Jumpers 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-24 ASUS P5BV Series
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B The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information DO NOT force the CPU into A the retention tab. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to the Appendix for more information on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6.
B The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information DO NOT force the CPU into A the retention tab. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to the Appendix for more information on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6.
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...sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 ® P5BV DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 128 Pins 112 Pins P5BV 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC or non‑ECC DDR2-667 / 800 DIMMs into any three memory sockets will function in Dual-...Channel Asymmetric mode. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on the ASUS web site. • When installing one or two DIMMs, install the DIMM...
...sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 ® P5BV DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 128 Pins 112 Pins P5BV 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC or non‑ECC DDR2-667 / 800 DIMMs into any three memory sockets will function in Dual-...Channel Asymmetric mode. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on the ASUS web site. • When installing one or two DIMMs, install the DIMM...
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ASUS P5BV Series 2-13 Recommended memory configurations Mode Single channel mode Dual channel interleaved mode Dual channel asymmetic mode Number of memories 1 1 2 4* 3 4* DIMM socket DIMM_A1 V V V DIMM_A2 V V V V V DIMM_B1 V V DIMM_B2 V V V V V • When the total size of memory module(s) installed per channel is the same (A1+A2=B1+B2), the system will run in Dual Channel Interleaved mode which...
ASUS P5BV Series 2-13 Recommended memory configurations Mode Single channel mode Dual channel interleaved mode Dual channel asymmetic mode Number of memories 1 1 2 4* 3 4* DIMM socket DIMM_A1 V V V DIMM_A2 V V V V V DIMM_B1 V V DIMM_B2 V V V V V • When the total size of memory module(s) installed per channel is the same (A1+A2=B1+B2), the system will run in Dual Channel Interleaved mode which...
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... data. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 4. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! ® P5BV P5BV Clear RTC RAM CLRTC1 23 12 Normal (Default) Clear RTC ASUS P5BV Series 2-19 Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap... power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Re-install the battery. 5. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.
... data. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC1) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 4. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! ® P5BV P5BV Clear RTC RAM CLRTC1 23 12 Normal (Default) Clear RTC ASUS P5BV Series 2-19 Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap... power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Re-install the battery. 5. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.
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The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. ASUS P5BV Series 4-13 Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY AMIBIOS Version : 0104 Build Date : 09/21/07 Processor Type Speed Count : NREL(R) CORE(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHZ : 1866MHz : 2 System Memory Usable Size : 512MB Select Screen Select Item +- ... exactly match the information on your actual system cofiguration. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected total system memory. 4.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications.
The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. ASUS P5BV Series 4-13 Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY AMIBIOS Version : 0104 Build Date : 09/21/07 Processor Type Speed Count : NREL(R) CORE(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHZ : 1866MHz : 2 System Memory Usable Size : 512MB Select Screen Select Item +- ... exactly match the information on your actual system cofiguration. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected total system memory. 4.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications.
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... Serial port number Base Address, IRQ Serial Port Mode Flow Control Redirection After BIOS POST Terminal Type VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Media Type Scredir Memory Display Delay [Enabled] [COM1] [3F8h,4] [115200 8, n,1] [None] [Always] [ANSI] [Enabled] [Serial] [No Delay] Select Screen Select Item +- Remote Access [Disabled] Enables or disables the remote...
... Serial port number Base Address, IRQ Serial Port Mode Flow Control Redirection After BIOS POST Terminal Type VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Media Type Scredir Memory Display Delay [Enabled] [COM1] [3F8h,4] [115200 8, n,1] [None] [Always] [ANSI] [Enabled] [Serial] [No Delay] Select Screen Select Item +- Remote Access [Disabled] Enables or disables the remote...
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... [No Delay] Allows you to set the delay in seconds to select the target terminal type. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS P5BV Series 4-17 Terminal Type [ANSI] Allows you to display memory information. TCG/TPM SUPPORT [No] Allows you to enable or disable TPM/TCG support in BIOS v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2007...
... [No Delay] Allows you to set the delay in seconds to select the target terminal type. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS P5BV Series 4-17 Terminal Type [ANSI] Allows you to display memory information. TCG/TPM SUPPORT [No] Allows you to enable or disable TPM/TCG support in BIOS v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2007...
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...Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY North Bridge Chipset Configuration Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] PCI MMIO ALLocation: 4GB To 3584MB DRAM Frequency [Auto] Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled] Initiate ...Graphics Adapter [PEG/PCI] PEG Port Configuration PEG Port [Auto] ENABLE: Allow remapping of memory. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Disable this item if you are using RedHat Linux Advanced Server 3.0 UP5/UP6 operating system. 4-20...
...Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY North Bridge Chipset Configuration Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] PCI MMIO ALLocation: 4GB To 3584MB DRAM Frequency [Auto] Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled] Initiate ...Graphics Adapter [PEG/PCI] PEG Port Configuration PEG Port [Auto] ENABLE: Allow remapping of memory. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Disable this item if you are using RedHat Linux Advanced Server 3.0 UP5/UP6 operating system. 4-20...