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... or copyrights of alteration is defaced or missing. ii ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL...
... or copyrights of alteration is defaced or missing. ii ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P5G41-M LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P5G41-M LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
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P5G41-M LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Overclocking Features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dual...channel memory architecture - 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC 1066(overclocking) /800/667 MHz DDR2 memory modules - Supports up to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. resolution of 4GB capacity or more...
P5G41-M LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Overclocking Features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dual...channel memory architecture - 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC 1066(overclocking) /800/667 MHz DDR2 memory modules - Supports up to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. resolution of 4GB capacity or more...
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P5G41-M LE specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS EPU-L ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Anti-Surge Protection Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x DVI port 1 x VGA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB ... connector BIOS features 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 Support DVD Contents Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS LiveUpdate Utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) Accessories 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield User ...
P5G41-M LE specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS EPU-L ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Anti-Surge Protection Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x DVI port 1 x VGA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB ... connector BIOS features 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5 Support DVD Contents Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS LiveUpdate Utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) Accessories 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield User ...
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...™ This feature allows you to convert your screen. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that automatically detects peripherals plugged into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for...
...™ This feature allows you to convert your screen. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that automatically detects peripherals plugged into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for...
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...they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that complies with the screw you physical injury and damage ...See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you intend to use . 4. ASUS P5G41-M LE 1-21 Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the system unit cover (if...
...they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that complies with the screw you physical injury and damage ...See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you intend to use . 4. ASUS P5G41-M LE 1-21 Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the system unit cover (if...
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The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. ASUS P5G41-M LE 1-27 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Otherwise, the system will ... output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W. • Do not forget to install additional devices. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P5G41-M LE GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts...
The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. ASUS P5G41-M LE 1-27 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Otherwise, the system will ... output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W. • Do not forget to install additional devices. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P5G41-M LE GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts...
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..., then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The USB module cable is for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS P5G41-M LE 1-29 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 8. Doing so will...
..., then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The USB module cable is for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS P5G41-M LE 1-29 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 8. Doing so will...
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..., Tools, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 2.2.5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that the item has a submenu. Press the / arrow keys or / keys to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 2.2.9 General help At the top...
..., Tools, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 2.2.5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that the item has a submenu. Press the / arrow keys or / keys to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 2.2.9 General help At the top...
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... does not appear when you are not user-configurable. Type [Auto] Selects the type of IDE drive. Select CDROM if you select the SATA 1/2/3/4 devices. ASUS P5G41-M LE 2-7 Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.1 System Time [xx... to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for each IDE/SATA device. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive.
... does not appear when you are not user-configurable. Type [Auto] Selects the type of IDE drive. Select CDROM if you select the SATA 1/2/3/4 devices. ASUS P5G41-M LE 2-7 Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.1 System Time [xx... to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type. Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for each IDE/SATA device. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive.
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.... allows you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for the system. ASUS P5G41-M LE 2-9 Auto - System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to individually set overclocking...gives you an overview of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Ai Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the general system...
.... allows you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for the system. ASUS P5G41-M LE 2-9 Auto - System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to individually set overclocking...gives you an overview of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Ai Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the general system...
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...in the RSDT pointer list. When set to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] [S1(POS) Only] - The ...] ASUS P5G41-M LE 2-15 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support Anti Surgy Support [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Select the ACPI state used for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. ...
...in the RSDT pointer list. When set to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] [S1(POS) Only] - The ...] ASUS P5G41-M LE 2-15 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support Anti Surgy Support [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Select the ACPI state used for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. ...