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... Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys...
... Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys...
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... Tips and additional information to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: ++ ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Used to select. Refer to complete a task. Keys enclosed in this guide is organized This guide... to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to complete a task. These documents are also provided.
... Tips and additional information to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: ++ ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Used to select. Refer to complete a task. Keys enclosed in this guide is organized This guide... to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to complete a task. These documents are also provided.
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... Heat-pipe and Heat-sink module - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - P5E3 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA775 Socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme /Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core /Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU...
... Heat-pipe and Heat-sink module - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - P5E3 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA775 Socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme /Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core /Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU...
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... up to 800MHz at 1MHz increment - Memory tuning from 200MHz up to change without notice. P5E3 PRO specifications summary Other Features ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS ASUS Exclusive Precision Tweaker 2: Overclocking Features - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x Coaxial/Optical...ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.5, ACPI v2 0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WOL 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, RPL Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables ...
... up to 800MHz at 1MHz increment - Memory tuning from 200MHz up to change without notice. P5E3 PRO specifications summary Other Features ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS ASUS Exclusive Precision Tweaker 2: Overclocking Features - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x Coaxial/Optical...ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.5, ACPI v2 0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WOL 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, RPL Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables ...
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... following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5E3 PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual 1.3 1.3.1 If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5E3 PRO motherboard! ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware...
... following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5E3 PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual 1.3 1.3.1 If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5E3 PRO motherboard! ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware...
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... a real-time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Dual channel DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that simultaneously sends different audio streams to external home theater audio systems via the S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS... Digital Interface) jack. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for 3D graphics and other memory-demanding applications. CrossFire™X allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading...
... a real-time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Dual channel DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that simultaneously sends different audio streams to external home theater audio systems via the S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS... Digital Interface) jack. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for 3D graphics and other memory-demanding applications. CrossFire™X allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading...
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... ASUS Q-FAN technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU/ Chassis fan speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset ...optional fan. Furthermore, it can be carried away by existing airflow from suffering the risk of high power stress. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. Heat-pipe The Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by yourself.
... ASUS Q-FAN technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU/ Chassis fan speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset ...optional fan. Furthermore, it can be carried away by existing airflow from suffering the risk of high power stress. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your system. Heat-pipe The Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by yourself.
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...efficiently transfer large amounts of data via the network cable - It supports file downloading to USB devices only. • The actual boot time is a unique OS built into the motheroard. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you can instantly surf... without entering the Windows® OS. • Express Gate complies with the OpenGL standard. Profile that allows users to http://support.asus.com for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Express Gate Express Gate is subject to hardware configuration and product...
...efficiently transfer large amounts of data via the network cable - It supports file downloading to USB devices only. • The actual boot time is a unique OS built into the motheroard. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you can instantly surf... without entering the Windows® OS. • Express Gate complies with the OpenGL standard. Profile that allows users to http://support.asus.com for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Express Gate Express Gate is subject to hardware configuration and product...
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... from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. ...socket contacts/motherboard components. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Contact your left. P5E3 PRO P5E3 PRO CPU socket 775 Before installing the CPU...
... from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. ...socket contacts/motherboard components. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Contact your left. P5E3 PRO P5E3 PRO CPU socket 775 Before installing the CPU...
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...® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you do any of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may operate at a ...chips or less. • This motherboard supports up to 8GB on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more efficient cooling system to the memory address limitation on Windows® XP Professional x64 and Windows® Vista x64 editions. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-15 install two identical DIMMs in ...
...® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you do any of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may operate at a ...chips or less. • This motherboard supports up to 8GB on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more efficient cooling system to the memory address limitation on Windows® XP Professional x64 and Windows® Vista x64 editions. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-15 install two identical DIMMs in ...
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P5E3 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendor Part No. WA160UX6G9 TALENT 6144MB(Kit of 3) 2048MB SUPER- CORSAIR KINGMAX Kingston ... Z9HWR DS MICRON Z9HWR SS N/A Heat-Sink Package SS N/A IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H DS N/A IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846D SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846D(ECC) CL 9 N/A N/A 9 9 6-5-5 N/A N/A 9 9 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ...
P5E3 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendor Part No. WA160UX6G9 TALENT 6144MB(Kit of 3) 2048MB SUPER- CORSAIR KINGMAX Kingston ... Z9HWR DS MICRON Z9HWR SS N/A Heat-Sink Package SS N/A IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H DS N/A IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846D SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846D(ECC) CL 9 N/A N/A 9 9 6-5-5 N/A N/A 9 9 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ...
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...Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the orange or black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: S upports four modules inserted into both the orange and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P5E3 PRO... 1024MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB SS ELPIDA DS ELPIDA SS NANYA DS NANYA DS QIMONDA SS Qimonda SS Qimonda SS Hynix Chip No. DIMM support CL A* B* C* SS QIMONDA IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F N/A • • • DS QIMONDA IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F N/A •...
...Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the orange or black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: S upports four modules inserted into both the orange and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P5E3 PRO... 1024MB 512MB 512MB 1024MB SS ELPIDA DS ELPIDA SS NANYA DS NANYA DS QIMONDA SS Qimonda SS Qimonda SS Hynix Chip No. DIMM support CL A* B* C* SS QIMONDA IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F N/A • • • DS QIMONDA IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F N/A •...
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... socket. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR3 DIMM notch 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that...
... socket. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR3 DIMM notch 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that...
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..., conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard...drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Failure to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-19...
..., conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard...drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Failure to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-19...
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...fan connectors on the fan connectors! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN P5E3 PRO GND +12V Rotation PWR_FAN Rotation +12V GND P5E3 PRO fan connectors Only the CPU/Chassis fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction This port connects an external audio output device via an... inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of the connector. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.
...fan connectors on the fan connectors! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN P5E3 PRO GND +12V Rotation PWR_FAN Rotation +12V GND P5E3 PRO fan connectors Only the CPU/Chassis fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction This port connects an external audio output device via an... inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of the connector. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.
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... includes a RAID/AHCI set. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to the bundled Support DVD for Serial ATA hard disk drives. CD Left Audio Channel GND GND Right Audio Channel P5E3 PRO P5E3 PRO Internal audio connector 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Refer to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such...
... includes a RAID/AHCI set. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to the bundled Support DVD for Serial ATA hard disk drives. CD Left Audio Channel GND GND Right Audio Channel P5E3 PRO P5E3 PRO Internal audio connector 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Refer to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such...
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... this connector. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds...system power LED. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. PWR Ground Reset Ground PANEL PIN 1 P5E3 PRO IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P5E3 PRO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning...
... this connector. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds...system power LED. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. PWR Ground Reset Ground PANEL PIN 1 P5E3 PRO IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P5E3 PRO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning...
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... Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports up to [HD Audio]. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect one end of the system chassis. See section 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-27 The USB module cable is for a chassis-mounted... front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is set the item to a slot opening at the back of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy...
... Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports up to [HD Audio]. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect one end of the system chassis. See section 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-27 The USB module cable is for a chassis-mounted... front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is set the item to a slot opening at the back of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy...
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...Service Pack 3 / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to the optical drive... NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. The contents of the...
...Service Pack 3 / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to the optical drive... NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. The contents of the...
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... > ASUSUpdate to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes... your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: ASUS P5E3 PRO 2-1 Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that allows you to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Place the support DVD in the optical drive.
... > ASUSUpdate to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes... your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: ASUS P5E3 PRO 2-1 Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that allows you to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Place the support DVD in the optical drive.