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Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5B-V 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-V 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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... on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. ASUS P5B-V 1- 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5B-V motherboard!
... on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. ASUS P5B-V 1- 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5B-V motherboard!
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...and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack. ASUS P5B-V 1- The external SATA port located at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to different destinations. It allows to transfer ... ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for details. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. See page 5-27 for high-speed...
...and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack. ASUS P5B-V 1- The external SATA port located at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to different destinations. It allows to transfer ... ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for details. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. See page 5-27 for high-speed...
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... cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. See page 5-25 for details. The motherboard uses a special design on P5B-V is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that allows users to the motherboard. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables...
... cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. See page 5-25 for details. The motherboard uses a special design on P5B-V is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that allows users to the motherboard. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables...
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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 2-17 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-21 ASUS P5B-V
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 2-17 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-21 ASUS P5B-V
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...8226; Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that you install or remove any component, ...reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. R P5B-V P5B-V Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5B-V 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the ...
...8226; Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that you install or remove any component, ...reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. R P5B-V P5B-V Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5B-V 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the ...
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... the configuration of the chassis R P5B-V 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Doing so can cause you place it . Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Make sure to do so can damage the motherboard. Failure to unplug the power cord before ...installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image ...
... the configuration of the chassis R P5B-V 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Doing so can cause you place it . Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Make sure to do so can damage the motherboard. Failure to unplug the power cord before ...installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image ...
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FLOPPY EATXPWR 30.5cm (12.0in) Super I/O 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard EATX12V 24.4cm (9.6in) SPDIF_O1 VGA IE1394_1 SATA_USB12 LAN_USB34 AUDIO LGA775 CPU_FAN PWR_FAN R P5B-V DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,... Intel ICH 8 Marvell 88E8001 PCI2 CD SB_PWR AAFP ADH PCI3 COM1 IE1394_2 USB56 USB78 CHA_FAN1 TPM PRI_IDE CLRTC CHASSIS SATA2 SATA1 SATA6 SATA5 CHA_FAN3 PANEL ASUS P5B-V 2-
FLOPPY EATXPWR 30.5cm (12.0in) Super I/O 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard EATX12V 24.4cm (9.6in) SPDIF_O1 VGA IE1394_1 SATA_USB12 LAN_USB34 AUDIO LGA775 CPU_FAN PWR_FAN R P5B-V DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,... Intel ICH 8 Marvell 88E8001 PCI2 CD SB_PWR AAFP ADH PCI3 COM1 IE1394_2 USB56 USB78 CHA_FAN1 TPM PRI_IDE CLRTC CHASSIS SATA2 SATA1 SATA6 SATA5 CHA_FAN3 PANEL ASUS P5B-V 2-
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ASUS P5B-V 2- Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it is on the motherboard. Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the arrow to the left . 2. Press the load lever with your left (B) until it to a 135... unless you . Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you are installing a CPU. 3. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. R P5B-V P5B-V CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is released from the...
ASUS P5B-V 2- Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it is on the motherboard. Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the arrow to the left . 2. Press the load lever with your left (B) until it to a 135... unless you . Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you are installing a CPU. 3. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. R P5B-V P5B-V CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is released from the...
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...® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 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 the four fasteners match the holes... on top of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5B-V 2- Make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink ...
...® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 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 the four fasteners match the holes... on top of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5B-V 2- Make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink ...
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CPU_FAN R P5B-V CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5B-V CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! 2. B A A A B B B A 3. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Push down two fasteners at a time in place.
CPU_FAN R P5B-V CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5B-V CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! 2. B A A A B B B A 3. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Push down two fasteners at a time in place.
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Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the motherboard. 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. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. ASUS P5B-V 2-11
Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the motherboard. 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. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. ASUS P5B-V 2-11
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The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 112 Pins R P5B-V 128 Pins P5B-V 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB..., 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. ASUS P5B-V 2-13 A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket...
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 112 Pins R P5B-V 128 Pins P5B-V 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB..., 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. ASUS P5B-V 2-13 A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket...
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... pressing the retaining clips. Support the DIMM lightly with 1 extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5B-V 2-17 Do not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 ...DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or ...
... pressing the retaining clips. Support the DIMM lightly with 1 extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5B-V 2-17 Do not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 ...DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or ...
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... - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ASUS P5B-V 2-19 shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - shared - 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments...Mouse Port* Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard A B C D E PCI1 - - IRQ assignments for PCI devices. PCI2 - - shared - - - - ...
... - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ASUS P5B-V 2-19 shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - shared - 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments...Mouse Port* Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard A B C D E PCI1 - - IRQ assignments for PCI devices. PCI2 - - shared - - - - ...
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IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of device(s) Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on... of the following modes to match the covered hole on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. R P5B-V PRI_IDE P5B-V IDE Connector ASUS P5B-V 2-25 There are three connectors on the Ultra DMA cable connector. If any device jumper is removed to configure your device. 2. This ...
IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of device(s) Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on... of the following modes to match the covered hole on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. R P5B-V PRI_IDE P5B-V IDE Connector ASUS P5B-V 2-25 There are three connectors on the Ultra DMA cable connector. If any device jumper is removed to configure your device. 2. This ...
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...UUSSBB__PP66 -+ GND NC USB56 P5B-V USB 2.0 Connectors 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 8. You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue)... first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS P5B-V 2-29 Connect the USB module cable to any...
...UUSSBB__PP66 -+ GND NC USB56 P5B-V USB 2.0 Connectors 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 8. You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue)... first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS P5B-V 2-29 Connect the USB module cable to any...
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...the fan cables to a slot opening at +12V. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1 [blue] ) This connector is purchased separately. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information 9. CPU_FAN PWR_FAN Rotation... Connectors CHA_FAN2 Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN1 Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN3 Rotation +12V GND All fan connectors support ASUS Advanced Q-Fan feature. 10. R P5B-V COM1 PIN 1 P5B-V COM Port Connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on ...
...the fan cables to a slot opening at +12V. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1 [blue] ) This connector is purchased separately. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information 9. CPU_FAN PWR_FAN Rotation... Connectors CHA_FAN2 Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN1 Rotation +12V GND CHA_FAN3 Rotation +12V GND All fan connectors support ASUS Advanced Q-Fan feature. 10. R P5B-V COM1 PIN 1 P5B-V COM Port Connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on ...
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...the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector, set to AC'97. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is removed or replaced. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. ASUS P5B-V 2-...31 The signal is for details. R P5B-V +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND CHASSIS (Default) P5B-V Chassis Intrusion Connector 12. Azalia-compliant Legacy ACʼ97-compliant pin definition pin...
...the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector, set to AC'97. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is removed or replaced. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. ASUS P5B-V 2-...31 The signal is for details. R P5B-V +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND CHASSIS (Default) P5B-V Chassis Intrusion Connector 12. Azalia-compliant Legacy ACʼ97-compliant pin definition pin...