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...missing. E4953 First Edition V1 August 2009 Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.... OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND...
...missing. E4953 First Edition V1 August 2009 Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.... OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, 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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...continued on the next page) ix Supports up to 8GB system memory * Supports one DIMM per channel only when overclocking to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® G43 Southbridge: Intel® ICH10 1333/1066/800MHz Dual-channel memory ... HDMI ALC887 High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC - resolution 1920 x 1080 pixel (@ 60Hz) Supports DVI-D with HDCP compliant with max. P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Graphics Audio USB LGA775 socket for Intel® C��o�re�™...
...continued on the next page) ix Supports up to 8GB system memory * Supports one DIMM per channel only when overclocking to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® G43 Southbridge: Intel® ICH10 1333/1066/800MHz Dual-channel memory ... HDMI ALC887 High Definition Audio 8-channel CODEC - resolution 1920 x 1080 pixel (@ 60Hz) Supports DVI-D with HDCP compliant with max. P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Graphics Audio USB LGA775 socket for Intel® C��o�re�™...
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... 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: - FSB tuning from 200MHz to change without notice. P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): -
... 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: - FSB tuning from 200MHz to change without notice. P5G43T-M PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): -
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...bus performs much better in applications such as 3D gaming. It allows digital audio transfer and keeps the best signal quality. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to choose and upgrade display devices freely. With a bus ...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 to external home theater audio systems via the S/PDIF-...
...bus performs much better in applications such as 3D gaming. It allows digital audio transfer and keeps the best signal quality. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to choose and upgrade display devices freely. With a bus ...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 to external home theater audio systems via the S/PDIF-...
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... the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Turn on BIOS setup. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards ...software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that they support. Remove the bracket opposite the slot ...
... the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Turn on BIOS setup. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards ...software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that they support. Remove the bracket opposite the slot ...
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... +3 Volts • For a fully configured system, we recommend that 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
... +3 Volts • For a fully configured system, we recommend that 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
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These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB module cable ... the motherboard! USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ 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. LPT AFD ERR# INIT# SLIN...
These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB module cable ... the motherboard! USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ 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. LPT AFD ERR# INIT# SLIN...
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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 that menu. Some of the selected item. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information Select Screen Select Item +- Pop-up window with the configuration options for that...
..., 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 that menu. Some of the selected item. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information Select Screen Select Item +- Pop-up window with the configuration options for that...
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...BIOS menu screen for each SATA device. Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-7 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Tue 08/04/2009] Use...installed in the system. Select a device item then press to select a field. Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of SATA drive. 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 :[...
...BIOS menu screen for each SATA device. Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-7 Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit System Time [00:31:48] System Date [Tue 08/04/2009] Use...installed in the system. Select a device item then press to select a field. Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of SATA drive. 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 :[...
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... field values can cause the system to malfunction. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows selection of the general system specifications. ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-9 Bios Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you an overview of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency...
... field values can cause the system to malfunction. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows selection of the general system specifications. ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-9 Bios Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you an overview of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency...
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...for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can be used for System Suspend. ...Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-15 Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power...
...for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can be used for System Suspend. ...Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5G43T-M PRO 2-15 Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power...
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... [Disabled] for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is set to [Enabled], this item is in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When this parameter allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in Soft-off or on...
... [Disabled] for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is set to [Enabled], this item is in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When this parameter allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in Soft-off or on...