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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-27 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-27 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 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 [xx...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-27 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-27 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 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 [xx...
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...this manual. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you...how to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. Example: means that may have been added by your dealer. About this guide ...
...this manual. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you...how to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. Example: means that may have been added by your dealer. About this guide ...
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P5G41T-M LX specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU-L 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LPT port 1 x COM port ...ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL, PXE, WOR by Ring, PME Wake up 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus ...
P5G41T-M LX specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU-L 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LPT port 1 x COM port ...ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL, PXE, WOR by Ring, PME Wake up 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus ...
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C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the latest BIOS file. feature automatically...
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is an auto-recovery tool that contains the latest BIOS file. feature automatically...
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..., then click ASUS Update. 3. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. c. b. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-1 Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet...
..., then click ASUS Update. 3. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. c. b. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-1 Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet...
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... 2 and press to avail all its features. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M LX VER: 0201 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 11/04/2009 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. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press to switch between drives until the correct BIOS...
... 2 and press to avail all its features. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M LX VER: 0201 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 11/04/2009 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. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press to switch between drives until the correct BIOS...
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... it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for...
... it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on the system. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for...
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... operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Do this motherboard apply for this option only ...force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for most conditions to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for reference purposes only, and...
... operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Do this motherboard apply for this option only ...force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for most conditions to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for reference purposes only, and...
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... select and update BIOS. Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. The first time wizard will be cleared the next time you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY ...Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data AI NET 2 [Auto] [10 Seconds] [...
... select and update BIOS. Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. The first time wizard will be cleared the next time you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY ...Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data AI NET 2 [Auto] [10 Seconds] [...
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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-27 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-27 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 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...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-27 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-27 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 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...
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P5G41T-M LX specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU-L 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LPT port 1 x COM port ...ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL, PXE, WOR by Ring, PME Wake up 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus ...
P5G41T-M LX specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU-L 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LPT port 1 x COM port ...ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL, PXE, WOR by Ring, PME Wake up 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-Virus ...
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... hangs due to their default settings. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-3 ASUS Express Gate Express Gate is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. ...Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an ASUS exclusive OS, which lets you to USB ...
... hangs due to their default settings. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 1-3 ASUS Express Gate Express Gate is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. ...Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an ASUS exclusive OS, which lets you to USB ...
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... comes with the motherboard package. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. c. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. b. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-1 Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate to complete the installation.
... comes with the motherboard package. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. c. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. b. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-1 Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate to complete the installation.
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.... Before you to avail all its features. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M LX VER: 0201 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 11/04/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown...
.... Before you to avail all its features. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M LX VER: 0201 (H:00 B:02) DATE: 11/04/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown...
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...! Insert the support DVD to the floppy disk drive, if supported. 3. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to section 2.8 Exit menu for the BIOS file. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-3 Turn on again.
...! Insert the support DVD to the floppy disk drive, if supported. 3. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to section 2.8 Exit menu for the BIOS file. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS P5G41T-M LX 2-3 Turn on again.
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... www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Do this section are for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or...
... www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Do this section are for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or...
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...On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS information When you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. Choose [Prompt User] to select and update BIOS. The first time wizard will be cleared the next time you to run the utility to...: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that provides quick access to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data AI NET 2 [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press...
...On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS information When you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. Choose [Prompt User] to select and update BIOS. The first time wizard will be cleared the next time you to run the utility to...: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that provides quick access to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data AI NET 2 [Auto] [10 Seconds] [No] Press...