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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...
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...
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... your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and... this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are connected. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii Contact a...
... your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and... this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are connected. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii Contact a...
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P5G41T-M/USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Special 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-4 Engine 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x HDMI...
P5G41T-M/USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Special 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-4 Engine 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x HDMI...
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... contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your screen. It supports file downloading to save power and money. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU (Energy Processing...ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from switching power supply. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an ASUS exclusive OS, which lets you to the motherboard USB port before entering the Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and flash drives with minimal noise. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3...
... contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your screen. It supports file downloading to save power and money. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU (Energy Processing...ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from switching power supply. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an ASUS exclusive OS, which lets you to the motherboard USB port before entering the Windows® OS. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and flash drives with minimal noise. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3...
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... connection immediately after turning on the system, and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is in line with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction C.P.R. eliminates the need...
... connection immediately after turning on the system, and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is in line with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction C.P.R. eliminates the need...
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...RTL 8111E CHA_FAN SPDIF_O2 AUDIO ICS 954 A4 COM1 PCIEX1_1 Intel® G41 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super I/O PCIEX16 P5G41T-M/USB3 PCI1 Intel® ICH7 EATXPWR SATA4 1 8Mb BIOS 6 7 SATA2 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP LPT PCI2 CLRTC 8 SB_PWR USB56 USB78 PANEL SATA1 SATA3 14 13 12 ... Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 7. Onboard power LED (SB_PWR) Page 1-5 1-21 9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 1-26 ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 1-7 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) 3. Intel® LGA775 CPU socket 4. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 1-23 1-24 12....
...RTL 8111E CHA_FAN SPDIF_O2 AUDIO ICS 954 A4 COM1 PCIEX1_1 Intel® G41 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super I/O PCIEX16 P5G41T-M/USB3 PCI1 Intel® ICH7 EATXPWR SATA4 1 8Mb BIOS 6 7 SATA2 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP LPT PCI2 CLRTC 8 SB_PWR USB56 USB78 PANEL SATA1 SATA3 14 13 12 ... Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 7. Onboard power LED (SB_PWR) Page 1-5 1-21 9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 1-26 ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 1-7 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) 3. Intel® LGA775 CPU socket 4. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 1-23 1-24 12....
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... Secure the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 1-17 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or... for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary ...
... Secure the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 1-17 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or... for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary ...
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...can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 P5G41T-M/USB3 Normal (Default) P5G41T-M/USB3 Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use... the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC...
...can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 P5G41T-M/USB3 Normal (Default) P5G41T-M/USB3 Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use... the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC...
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...NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P5G41T-M/USB3 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P5G41T-M/USB3 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Optical S/...8226; If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to ...
...NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P5G41T-M/USB3 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P5G41T-M/USB3 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Optical S/...8226; If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to ...
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... the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the future. From the dropdown list, select any of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to download then click Next. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility.
... the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the future. From the dropdown list, select any of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to download then click Next. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility.
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... that contains the latest BIOS file to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. 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 W25X/Q80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M-USB3 VER: 0306 (H:00 B:02)...
... that contains the latest BIOS file to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. 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 W25X/Q80 Current ROM BOARD: P5G41T-M-USB3 VER: 0306 (H:00 B:02)...
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... DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. Select .... You can cause system boot failure! Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The removable devices that allows you to section 2.8 Exit menu for the BIOS file. Turn on again. Insert the support DVD to ensure...
... DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. Select .... You can cause system boot failure! Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The removable devices that allows you to section 2.8 Exit menu for the BIOS file. Turn on again. Insert the support DVD to ensure...
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... POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. If you failed to turn the system off then back on your data or system. We recommend to always shut down the...reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you in using the first two options. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Select the Load Setups...
... POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. If you failed to turn the system off then back on your data or system. We recommend to always shut down the...reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you in using the first two options. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Select the Load Setups...
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...changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration. Advanced For changing the advanced system settings. Tools For configuring options for special functions. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-5 Primary IDE Master :[Not Detected] Primary IDE Slave :[Not Detected] SATA 1 :[Not Detected] SATA 2 :[Not Detected] ...4 :[Not Detected] Storage Configuration System Information Use [+] or [-] to select a field. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Main Advanced Power Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit General help System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Fri 01/...
...changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration. Advanced For changing the advanced system settings. Tools For configuring options for special functions. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-5 Primary IDE Master :[Not Detected] Primary IDE Slave :[Not Detected] SATA 1 :[Not Detected] SATA 2 :[Not Detected] ...4 :[Not Detected] Storage Configuration System Information Use [+] or [-] to select a field. 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Main Advanced Power Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit General help System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Fri 01/...
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... the Main menu items. The other items on the right side of a menu screen when there Select Screen Select Item +- Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [EDniOsapabtbilloendesd] Enabled...on the screen. 2.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are items that the item has a submenu. Use [+] or [-] to...
... the Main menu items. The other items on the right side of a menu screen when there Select Screen Select Item +- Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [EDniOsapabtbilloendesd] Enabled...on the screen. 2.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are items that the item has a submenu. Use [+] or [-] to...
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..., and SMART monitoring). These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is installed in the system. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-7 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of IDE drive. Refer to section...
..., and SMART monitoring). These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is installed in the system. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-7 2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of IDE drive. Refer to section...
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...] [Enhanced] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] Sets Serial ATA, Parallel ATA or both as native mode. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer...
...] [Enhanced] Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA] Sets Serial ATA, Parallel ATA or both as native mode. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer...
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... overview of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] AI Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the general system specifications. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-9 The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to individually set overclocking parameters.
... overview of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] AI Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the general system specifications. ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-9 The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to individually set overclocking parameters.
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...5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Test Mode] When you manually overclock this happens, revert to the default setting. 2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information The value of this item is 1333, 1066, and 800. Refer to the table below for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External... Frequency settings. CPU Frequency [xxx] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. If you are using the numeric keypad. Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Allows you set the DRAM frequency. The following two items appear ...
...5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Test Mode] When you manually overclock this happens, revert to the default setting. 2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information The value of this item is 1333, 1066, and 800. Refer to the table below for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External... Frequency settings. CPU Frequency [xxx] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. If you are using the numeric keypad. Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Allows you set the DRAM frequency. The following two items appear ...
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...you to set the Northbridge voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The values range from 0.0100V to adjust the voltage with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Auto] CPU Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you ...;�d�j�u�s�t��th��e��v�o�l�t�a�g�e��. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-11
...you to set the Northbridge voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The values range from 0.0100V to adjust the voltage with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Auto] CPU Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you ...;�d�j�u�s�t��th��e��v�o�l�t�a�g�e��. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G41T-M/USB3 2-11