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Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5E64 WS Evolution specifications xii 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 special features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS stylish features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features 1-7 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 (...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5E64 WS Evolution specifications xii 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 special features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS stylish features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features 1-7 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 (...
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... - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS AI Slot Detector ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS Intelligent overclocking tools: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiii P5E64 WS Evolution specifications AI Lifestyle Unique Features Other Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Power Saving solution: - ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) - ASUS SASsaby cards support ASUS...
... - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS AI Slot Detector ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS Intelligent overclocking tools: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiii P5E64 WS Evolution specifications AI Lifestyle Unique Features Other Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Power Saving solution: - ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) - ASUS SASsaby cards support ASUS...
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ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more current immediately under heavy loading or overclocking mode. It reduces input ripple current and output ripple voltage, which keeps CPU and power module from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. ...does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. No software or driver required, the hardware-based HE 95 automatically saves power for users. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-5 Fanless Design - It has the advantages of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is able to generate less heat (at least...
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more current immediately under heavy loading or overclocking mode. It reduces input ripple current and output ripple voltage, which keeps CPU and power module from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. ...does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. No software or driver required, the hardware-based HE 95 automatically saves power for users. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-5 Fanless Design - It has the advantages of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is able to generate less heat (at least...
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... 4-39 for details. See page 2-22 for a more colorful and vivid image on the power. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-7 Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS AI Slot Detector When PCIE/PCI devices are installed, you to share and distribute their favorite settings. Profile...predefined hotkey to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Update your screen. ASUS O.C. See page 4-40 for details. See page 4-8 for details. See page 4-36 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features Precision Tweaker 2 Allows the user to adjust the North Bridge Voltage, ...
... 4-39 for details. See page 2-22 for a more colorful and vivid image on the power. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-7 Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS AI Slot Detector When PCIE/PCI devices are installed, you to share and distribute their favorite settings. Profile...predefined hotkey to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Update your screen. ASUS O.C. See page 4-40 for details. See page 4-8 for details. See page 4-36 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features Precision Tweaker 2 Allows the user to adjust the North Bridge Voltage, ...
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eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. When the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Due to overclocking. function. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required before using C.P.R.
eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. When the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Due to overclocking. function. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required before using C.P.R.
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...Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ® CLRTC P5E64 WS EVOLUTION 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P5E64 WS Evolution Clear RTC RAM • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move... the cap back to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. function. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-23 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 3. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can ...
...Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. ® CLRTC P5E64 WS EVOLUTION 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P5E64 WS Evolution Clear RTC RAM • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move... the cap back to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. function. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-23 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 3. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can ...
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... of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to set overclocking parameters. is enabled the CPU FSB frequency, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be optimized automatically Select Screen Select Item +- ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-17 If you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose...
... of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to set overclocking parameters. is enabled the CPU FSB frequency, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be optimized automatically Select Screen Select Item +- ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-17 If you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose...
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.... The value is set in CMOS, then actual and setpoint values may differ. 4.4.3 FSB Strap to North Bridge [Auto] When set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.]. mode supported by typing the desired values using the keyboard and press the key. Congifuration options: [Auto] [200MHz] [266MHz]... [333MHz] [400MHz] The following sub-item vary depending on the DIMMs you to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual]. 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup eXtreme Memory Profile [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the ratio between CPU...
.... The value is set in CMOS, then actual and setpoint values may differ. 4.4.3 FSB Strap to North Bridge [Auto] When set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.]. mode supported by typing the desired values using the keyboard and press the key. Congifuration options: [Auto] [200MHz] [266MHz]... [333MHz] [400MHz] The following sub-item vary depending on the DIMMs you to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual]. 4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setup eXtreme Memory Profile [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the ratio between CPU...
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.... • When the DRAM Frequency item is auto-detected by the clock generator to set the DDR3 operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [1N] [2N] ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-19 FSB Frequency [XXX] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. The... adjust the FSB frequency. Use the and keys to 800. The values range from 100 to 180. 4.4.4 DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Use the and keys to adjust the PCIE frequency.
.... • When the DRAM Frequency item is auto-detected by the clock generator to set the DDR3 operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [1N] [2N] ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 4-19 FSB Frequency [XXX] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. The... adjust the FSB frequency. Use the and keys to 800. The values range from 100 to 180. 4.4.4 DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Use the and keys to adjust the PCIE frequency.
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... only when you install on the motherboard. 1st Information: 6-6-6-15-4-36-6-4 The values vary depending on Channel A/B [Auto] Adjusting these items may help enhancing DRAM overclocking ability.
... only when you install on the motherboard. 1st Information: 6-6-6-15-4-36-6-4 The values vary depending on Channel A/B [Auto] Adjusting these items may help enhancing DRAM overclocking ability.
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...] [Enabled] 4.4.10 DRAM Dynamic Write Control [Auto] Adjusting this item to set the CPU VCore voltage. Set this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. You can also use the and keys to REF Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [ 1 DRAM Clocks]~[15 DRAM Clocks] ...to apply enhancement on DRAM Channel A and B, Phase 1 to adjust the value. Common Performance Level [05] Set this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.4.11 Ai Clock Twister [Auto] Allows you set the DRAM performance. The values range from...
...] [Enabled] 4.4.10 DRAM Dynamic Write Control [Auto] Adjusting this item to set the CPU VCore voltage. Set this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. You can also use the and keys to REF Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [ 1 DRAM Clocks]~[15 DRAM Clocks] ...to apply enhancement on DRAM Channel A and B, Phase 1 to adjust the value. Common Performance Level [05] Set this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.4.11 Ai Clock Twister [Auto] Allows you set the DRAM performance. The values range from...
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...] Allows you to improve CPU VDroop directly. Different ratio might enhance CPU overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] 4.4.24 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Set to [Normal] to follow... the South Bridge voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.67x] [0.61x] 4.4.23 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. 4.4.18 SB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Clock Over-Charging voltage. Configuration options: [Auto...
...] Allows you to improve CPU VDroop directly. Different ratio might enhance CPU overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] 4.4.24 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Set to [Normal] to follow... the South Bridge voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.67x] [0.61x] 4.4.23 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. 4.4.18 SB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Clock Over-Charging voltage. Configuration options: [Auto...
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After installing AI Suite from the bundled Support DVD, you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. The options on the taskbar allow you can launch the utility ...by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the AI Suite main window. ASUS P��5�E�6�4��W��S��E�v�o�lu�t�io�n� 5-23...
After installing AI Suite from the bundled Support DVD, you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. The options on the taskbar allow you can launch the utility ...by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the AI Suite main window. ASUS P��5�E�6�4��W��S��E�v�o�lu�t�io�n� 5-23...