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... shipped to, by downloading it , may obtain the complete corresponding source code (as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND... of their respective companies, and are included in this manual, including the products and software described in it from http://support.asus.com/download; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE ...
... shipped to, by downloading it , may obtain the complete corresponding source code (as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND... of their respective companies, and are included in this manual, including the products and software described in it from http://support.asus.com/download; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE ...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P5G41TD-M PRO 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 vii P5G41TD-M PRO 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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...mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200 MHz up to 8GB system memory * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. resolution of 4GB ...1920 x 1200 (@ 60Hz) Supports HDMI with max. Supports up to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. P5G41TD-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core...
...mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200 MHz up to 8GB system memory * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. resolution of 4GB ...1920 x 1200 (@ 60Hz) Supports HDMI with max. Supports up to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. P5G41TD-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core...
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P5G41TD-M PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS 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 ASUS Stack Cool 3 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x.../33 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x 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 8.2 in (24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
P5G41TD-M PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features Back panel I/O ports Internal connectors BIOS 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 ASUS Stack Cool 3 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x.../33 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x 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 8.2 in (24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for 3D graphics and other memory-demanding applications. It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU (Energy...controller is designed to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. It is enhanced with minimal noise. ASUS Q-FAN ASUS Q-FAN technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU fan speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to work...
...3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for 3D graphics and other memory-demanding applications. It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU (Energy...controller is designed to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. It is enhanced with minimal noise. ASUS Q-FAN ASUS Q-FAN technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU fan speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to work...
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... an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO 1-17 Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Secure the card to install expansion cards... 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express...
... an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO 1-17 Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Secure the card to install expansion cards... 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express...
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... ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you intend to use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that you intend to install additional devices. This PSU type has... proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus.
... ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you intend to use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that you intend to install additional devices. This PSU type has... proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus.
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... Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is backward compatible with 133 MB/s (Ultra DMA133). ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO 1-23 By default, this connector, set to [HD Audio]. Connect one end of the Serial ATA 3Gb/s is set the Front Panel Type item in...; If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is faster than the standard parallel ATA with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. See section 2.4.3 Chipset for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. 5.
... Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is backward compatible with 133 MB/s (Ultra DMA133). ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO 1-23 By default, this connector, set to [HD Audio]. Connect one end of the Serial ATA 3Gb/s is set the Front Panel Type item in...; If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is faster than the standard parallel ATA with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. See section 2.4.3 Chipset for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. 5.
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... system chassis. The serial port module is for USB 2.0 ports. 9. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at...
... system chassis. The serial port module is for USB 2.0 ports. 9. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at...
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... for that menu. 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are items that do not fit on the menu bar displays the specific items for that particular menu. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to display the other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, Tools, and Exit...
... for that menu. 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are items that do not fit on the menu bar displays the specific items for that particular menu. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to display the other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, Tools, and Exit...
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...] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to configure system time. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO 2-7 Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is installed in the system. Storage Configuration System Information Select Screen Select Item +- Select...
...] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to configure system time. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO 2-7 Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is installed in the system. Storage Configuration System Information Select Screen Select Item +- Select...
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...achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Overclock Profile - Auto - loads the optimal settings for stability when overclocking. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to individually set overclocking parameters. loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for the system. Ai Overclocking [... JumperFree Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO 2-9 BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
...achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Overclock Profile - Auto - loads the optimal settings for stability when overclocking. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you to individually set overclocking parameters. loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for the system. Ai Overclocking [... JumperFree Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO 2-9 BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
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...Select an item then press to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.4 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] Allows ...specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to enable or disable the Anti-Surge protection. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] Allows you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO...
...Select an item then press to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.4 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] Allows ...specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to enable or disable the Anti-Surge protection. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] Allows you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G41TD-M PRO...
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to display the detected speed. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ...
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to display the detected speed. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ...