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... will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES... OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P5G43T-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 viii P5G43T-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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...-board, 6-ports at back panel) (continued on the next page) ix resolution 1920 x 1200 (@60Hz) Supports RGB with max. P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Graphics Audio USB LGA775 socket for Intel® CPU support list Northbridge: Intel®... and Multi-streaming - Supports up to 8GB system memory * Supports one DIMM per channel only when overclocking to www.asus.com for Intel® C��o�re�™�2��E��x�tr�e�m��...
...-board, 6-ports at back panel) (continued on the next page) ix resolution 1920 x 1200 (@60Hz) Supports RGB with max. P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Graphics Audio USB LGA775 socket for Intel® CPU support list Northbridge: Intel®... and Multi-streaming - Supports up to 8GB system memory * Supports one DIMM per channel only when overclocking to www.asus.com for Intel® C��o�re�™�2��E��x�tr�e�m��...
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... 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.2 in (24.4 cm x 20.8cm) *Specifications are subject to 800MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - FSB tuning from 200MHz...
... 133/100/66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.2 in (24.4 cm x 20.8cm) *Specifications are subject to 800MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - FSB tuning from 200MHz...
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... better in applications such as 3D gaming. ASUS Express Gate Express Gate is a unique OS built into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus ...bandwidth for advanced operating systems. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you are able to convert your screen. Five seconds after...
... better in applications such as 3D gaming. ASUS Express Gate Express Gate is a unique OS built into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus ...bandwidth for advanced operating systems. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you are able to convert your screen. Five seconds after...
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...make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Secure the card to install expansion cards. Turn on the slot. 5. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the ...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...
...make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Secure the card to install expansion cards. Turn on the slot. 5. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the ...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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...-consuming devices or when you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P5G43T-M PRO SPDIF_OUT P5G43T-M PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Otherwise, the system will not...
...-consuming devices or when you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P5G43T-M PRO SPDIF_OUT P5G43T-M PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Otherwise, the system will not...
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... PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT P5G43T-M PRO PIN 1 P5G43T-M PRO Parallel Port Connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P5G43T-M PRO USB1112 PIN 1 USB910 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND P5G43T-M PRO USB2.0 connectors USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB78 PIN 1 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors....
... PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT P5G43T-M PRO PIN 1 P5G43T-M PRO Parallel Port Connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P5G43T-M PRO USB1112 PIN 1 USB910 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND P5G43T-M PRO USB2.0 connectors USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB78 PIN 1 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors....
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..., Tools, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 2.2.5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected. To change the settings.
..., Tools, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 2.2.5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected. To change the settings.
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... information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Setting to configure system time. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-7 These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. SATA 1 :[Not Detected] SATA 2 :[Not Detected] SATA 3 :[Not Detected] SATA 4 :[Not Detected] SATA 5 :[Not Detected] SATA 6 :[Not Detected] Storage...
... information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Setting to configure system time. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-7 These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. SATA 1 :[Not Detected] SATA 2 :[Not Detected] SATA 3 :[Not Detected] SATA 4 :[Not Detected] SATA 5 :[Not Detected] SATA 6 :[Not Detected] Storage...
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... to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Overclock Profile - ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-9 loads the optimal settings for stability when overclocking. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Jumperfree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset...
... to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Overclock Profile - ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-9 loads the optimal settings for stability when overclocking. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Jumperfree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset...
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...state (default). Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to display the configuration options. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-15 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support Anti Surgy Support [Auto] [...Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.3 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in the S1 state. In S3 sleep state, the system appears to ...
...state (default). Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to display the configuration options. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-15 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support Anti Surgy Support [Auto] [...Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.3 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in the S1 state. In S3 sleep state, the system appears to ...
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... on the +5VSB lead. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to generate a wake event. If the fan is set to [Power On], the system goes on the +5VSB lead. Configuration...
... on the +5VSB lead. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to generate a wake event. If the fan is set to [Power On], the system goes on the +5VSB lead. Configuration...