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... vii About this guide vii P5G41C-M LX 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 and fan 1-10 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11...
... vii About this guide vii P5G41C-M LX 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 and fan 1-10 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11...
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... utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 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 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 Time 2-7 2.3.2 System Date 2-7 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA1~4 2-7 2.3.4 Storage Configuration 2-8 2.3.5 System Information 2-9 2.4 Advanced menu 2-9 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-9 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-11 2.4.3 Chipset...
... utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 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 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 Time 2-7 2.3.2 System Date 2-7 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA1~4 2-7 2.3.4 Storage Configuration 2-8 2.3.5 System Information 2-9 2.4 Advanced menu 2-9 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-9 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-11 2.4.3 Chipset...
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...interface Supports up to 8GB system memory * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Use DDR3 memory modules on the black slots and DDR2 memory modules on the next page) ix P5G41C-M LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio... / Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules cannot be used simultaneously.
...interface Supports up to 8GB system memory * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Use DDR3 memory modules on the black slots and DDR2 memory modules on the next page) ix P5G41C-M LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio... / Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules cannot be used simultaneously.
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P5G41C-M LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS unique features Back panel I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.5 in (24.4 cm x 21.6 cm) * Specifications are subject to 800MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo...
P5G41C-M LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS unique features Back panel I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.5 in (24.4 cm x 21.6 cm) * Specifications are subject to 800MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo...
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...the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5G41C-M LX 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 If any of ASUS quality motherboards! This motherboard also supports Intel® .../ Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo CPU support This motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad/ Core™ 2 Duo processors, which are excellent for buying an ASUS® P5G41C-M LX motherboard! Before you for multitasking, multimedia, and ...
...the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5G41C-M LX 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 If any of ASUS quality motherboards! This motherboard also supports Intel® .../ Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo CPU support This motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad/ Core™ 2 Duo processors, which are excellent for buying an ASUS® P5G41C-M LX motherboard! Before you for multitasking, multimedia, and ...
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... power in distraction-free environment with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). 1-2 Chapter... turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. After you to save power and money. ASUS Q-FAN ASUS Q-FAN technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU fan speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to support dual-channel DDR3 1333 (...
... power in distraction-free environment with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). 1-2 Chapter... turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. After you to save power and money. ASUS Q-FAN ASUS Q-FAN technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU fan speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to support dual-channel DDR3 1333 (...
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... (RoHS). ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. ASUS AI NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the system, and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to their default settings. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter...
... (RoHS). ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. ASUS AI NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the system, and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to their default settings. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter...
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... the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-7 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. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface ...removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. Contact your left. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. P5G41C-M LX P5G41C-M LX CPU socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA775 socket. • The product ...
... the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-7 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. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface ...removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. Contact your left. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. P5G41C-M LX P5G41C-M LX CPU socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA775 socket. • The product ...
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... the load plate window to the left corner of the arrow to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Retention tab A B Load lever PnP cap Load plate 4B 4A 3 5. Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket then fit the socket alignment... key into the CPU notch. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it is on the bottom‑left (B) until it to remove (4B). To prevent damage...
... the load plate window to the left corner of the arrow to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Retention tab A B Load lever PnP cap Load plate 4B 4A 3 5. Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket then fit the socket alignment... key into the CPU notch. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it is on the bottom‑left (B) until it to remove (4B). To prevent damage...
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...Interface Material. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into your eyes or touches your finger directly. 7. B ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-9 To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with pre-applied thermal paste. Some heatsinks come with your skin, ensure that it ... with, ensuring that you wash it gets into the A retention tab. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in an even thin layer. If it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 6. If so, skip ...
...Interface Material. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into your eyes or touches your finger directly. 7. B ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-9 To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with pre-applied thermal paste. Some heatsinks come with your skin, ensure that it ... with, ensuring that you wash it gets into the A retention tab. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in an even thin layer. If it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 6. If so, skip ...
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... diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. A B A B B ...LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 ...
... diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. A B A B B ...LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 ...
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... PWR GND P5G41C-M LX P5G41C-M LX CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A A B B B A B A ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-11 Hardware...
... PWR GND P5G41C-M LX P5G41C-M LX CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A A B B B A B A ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-11 Hardware...
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.... • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to default values. ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-21 CLRTC 12 23 P5G41C-M LX Normal (Default) Clear RTC P5G41C-M LX Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically...time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 1.9 Jumpers 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM...
.... • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to default values. ASUS P5G41C-M LX 1-21 CLRTC 12 23 P5G41C-M LX Normal (Default) Clear RTC P5G41C-M LX Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically...time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 1.9 Jumpers 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM...
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...connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). USBPW1-4 12 23 P5G41C-M LX +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-8 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5G41C-M LX USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up the computer from... S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. P5G41C-M LX KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5G41C-M LX Keyboard Power Setting 3. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead...
...connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). USBPW1-4 12 23 P5G41C-M LX +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-8 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5G41C-M LX USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up the computer from... S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. P5G41C-M LX KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5G41C-M LX Keyboard Power Setting 3. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead...
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... module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. These are not jumpers! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5G41C-M LX CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P5G41C-M LX fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product...
... module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. These are not jumpers! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5G41C-M LX CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P5G41C-M LX fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product...
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.... Take caution when changing the settings of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. loads the optimal settings for stability when overclocking. ASUS P5G41C-M LX 2-9 System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced...BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP Adjust System frequency/voltage. 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration The items in this...
.... Take caution when changing the settings of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. loads the optimal settings for stability when overclocking. ASUS P5G41C-M LX 2-9 System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced...BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP Adjust System frequency/voltage. 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration The items in this...
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... using the numeric keypad. The value of this happens, revert to select the overclock options. Refer to adjust the CPU frequency. CPU Frequency [xxx] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. Configuration options: [Auto] [90] [91] [92]~[150] The following item appears only ...when you to select the PCI Express frequency. FSB / CPU External Frequency Synchronization Front Side Bus FSB 1333 FSB 1066 FSB 800 CPU External Frequency 333 MHz 266 MHz 200 MHz PCI Express Frequency [Auto] Allows you set the AI Overclocking item...
... using the numeric keypad. The value of this happens, revert to select the overclock options. Refer to adjust the CPU frequency. CPU Frequency [xxx] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. Configuration options: [Auto] [90] [91] [92]~[150] The following item appears only ...when you to select the PCI Express frequency. FSB / CPU External Frequency Synchronization Front Side Bus FSB 1333 FSB 1066 FSB 800 CPU External Frequency 333 MHz 266 MHz 200 MHz PCI Express Frequency [Auto] Allows you set the AI Overclocking item...
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...systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5G41C-M LX 2-11 Configuration options: [1.5V] [1.6V] Auto PSI [Enabled] Allows you to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in CMOS then actual ...Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Ratio CMOS Setting [Auto] Sets the ration between CPU core clock and the FSB frequency. The values range from 1.20000V to 1....
...systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5G41C-M LX 2-11 Configuration options: [1.5V] [1.6V] Auto PSI [Enabled] Allows you to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in CMOS then actual ...Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Ratio CMOS Setting [Auto] Sets the ration between CPU core clock and the FSB frequency. The values range from 1.20000V to 1....
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... always return to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device. CPU TM Function [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM) function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage are reduced when the CPU overheats. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute-Disable Bit Capability [Enabled] ...] [PCI/IGD] [PCI/PEG] [PEG/IGD] [PEG/PCI] IGD Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 32MB] Allows you installed an Intel® Pentium® 4 or later CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST).
... always return to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device. CPU TM Function [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM) function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage are reduced when the CPU overheats. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute-Disable Bit Capability [Enabled] ...] [PCI/IGD] [PCI/PEG] [PEG/IGD] [PEG/PCI] IGD Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 32MB] Allows you installed an Intel® Pentium® 4 or later CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST).
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...an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.6 Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] or [Ignored] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor ...automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard...
...an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.6 Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] or [Ignored] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor ...automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard...