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Contents Notices...v Safety information vi Safety information vii P5G41-M SI specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents ... connectors 1-10 1.8 Software support 1-17 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-17 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-17 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 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 iii
Contents Notices...v Safety information vi Safety information vii P5G41-M SI specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents ... connectors 1-10 1.8 Software support 1-17 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-17 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-17 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 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 iii
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ix P5G41-M SI specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel audio I/O port 1 x VGA port 1...x Floppy connector 1 x LPT connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.5, ACPI v2.0a WOL, PXE, WOR by Ring, PME Wake Up 1 x UltraDMA 100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Floppy cable 1 x I/O shield User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX...
ix P5G41-M SI specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel audio I/O port 1 x VGA port 1...x Floppy connector 1 x LPT connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.5, ACPI v2.0a WOL, PXE, WOR by Ring, PME Wake Up 1 x UltraDMA 100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Floppy cable 1 x I/O shield User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX...
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.... Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. This utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS P5G41-M SI 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update...
.... Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. This utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS P5G41-M SI 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update...
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...MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41-M VER: 0203 DATE: 07/10/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based ...Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot ...
...MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41-M VER: 0203 DATE: 07/10/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based ...Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot ...
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... to the USB port or to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS P5G41-M SI 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to...
... to the USB port or to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS P5G41-M SI 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to...
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... for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. For example, you with its test routines. If you can change...system properly from a running operating system can enable the security password feature or change the configuration of your computer in section "2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS." Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to your data or system. If the system becomes unstable after POST, ...
... for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. For example, you with its test routines. If you can change...system properly from a running operating system can enable the security password feature or change the configuration of your computer in section "2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS." Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to your data or system. If the system becomes unstable after POST, ...
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... . 3. Password Check [Setup] When set your choice. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 AI NET 2 Press ENTER to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes]...update BIOS. 1. This utility supports 1. Select an item then press to six letters, or numbers, or both when accessing Setup and booting the system. On the password box, key in setting a user password. Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G41-M SI...
... . 3. Password Check [Setup] When set your choice. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 AI NET 2 Press ENTER to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes]...update BIOS. 1. This utility supports 1. Select an item then press to six letters, or numbers, or both when accessing Setup and booting the system. On the password box, key in setting a user password. Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G41-M SI...
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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-32 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-32 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-32 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 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-32 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-32 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-32 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 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System...
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...ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). IMPORTANT: Instructions that you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to change system settings through the BIOS...Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Where to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are also provided. Keys enclosed in this ...
...ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). IMPORTANT: Instructions that you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to change system settings through the BIOS...Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Where to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are also provided. Keys enclosed in this ...
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...power supply (PSU). This is a utility that allows you turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. ASUS P5G41-M 1-3 It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in line with just one touch! feature automatically restores...friendly and recyclable products/packaging to update the BIOS without interrupting ongoing work or games-with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is in real-time. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU ...
...power supply (PSU). This is a utility that allows you turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. ASUS P5G41-M 1-3 It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in line with just one touch! feature automatically restores...friendly and recyclable products/packaging to update the BIOS without interrupting ongoing work or games-with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is in real-time. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU ...
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... BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the optical drive. Place the support DVD in the support DVD that allows you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: ASUS P5G41...
... BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the optical drive. Place the support DVD in the support DVD that allows you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: ASUS P5G41...
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... + during POST to avail all its features. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. Select Update BIOS from a file, then click Next. Insert the...P5G41-M VER: 0203 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 02/24/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to update the BIOS...
... + during POST to avail all its features. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. Select Update BIOS from a file, then click Next. Insert the...P5G41-M VER: 0203 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 02/24/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to update the BIOS...
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... "P5G41M.ROM". Start Erasing...\ ASUS P5G41-M 2-3 You can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to restore the BIOS file when it . Bad BIOS checksum. • Enter the BIOS setup program. Otherwise, the utility will not function. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility displays the...
... "P5G41M.ROM". Start Erasing...\ ASUS P5G41-M 2-3 You can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to restore the BIOS file when it . Bad BIOS checksum. • Enter the BIOS setup program. Otherwise, the utility will not function. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility displays the...
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...configuration of your computer in the future. Use the BIOS Setup program when you to enter Setup after the utility completes the updating process. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. This requires you are not prompted to use... as easy to run this program. If you wish to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so...
...configuration of your computer in the future. Use the BIOS Setup program when you to enter Setup after the utility completes the updating process. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. This requires you are not prompted to use... as easy to run this program. If you wish to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so...
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...accessing Setup and booting the system. This utility supports 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2.NTFS (read only) 3.CD-DISC (read only) 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you press , a confirmation message appears. Clear User Password Select this item to confirm your choice. Password Check [Setup]...‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G41-M 2-19 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 AI NET 2 Press ENTER to select and update BIOS. When you to run the utility to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] 2.7...
...accessing Setup and booting the system. This utility supports 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2.NTFS (read only) 3.CD-DISC (read only) 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you press , a confirmation message appears. Clear User Password Select this item to confirm your choice. Password Check [Setup]...‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G41-M 2-19 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 AI NET 2 Press ENTER to select and update BIOS. When you to run the utility to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] 2.7...