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... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-1 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility 4-2 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-3 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 4-5 4.1.5 ASUS Update utility 4-7 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-11 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-11 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-11 4.2.4 Menu items 4-12 4.2.5 Sub-menu...
... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-1 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility 4-2 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-3 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 4-5 4.1.5 ASUS Update utility 4-7 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-11 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-11 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-11 4.2.4 Menu items 4-12 4.2.5 Sub-menu...
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P5GDC Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage High Definition Audio LAN IEEE 1394 USB BIOS features ASUS AI Proactive Features LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron processor Compatible with Intel® PCG 04A and ...Network diagnostic program TI 1394a controller supports: - 2 x 1394a ports Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports 4 MB Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM2.0 ASUS AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) AI Net 2 network diagnosis utility Stack Cool™ fanless cooling system (continued on the next...
P5GDC Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Storage High Definition Audio LAN IEEE 1394 USB BIOS features ASUS AI Proactive Features LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron processor Compatible with Intel® PCG 04A and ...Network diagnostic program TI 1394a controller supports: - 2 x 1394a ports Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports 4 MB Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, WfM2.0 ASUS AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) AI Net 2 network diagnosis utility Stack Cool™ fanless cooling system (continued on the next...
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P5GDC Deluxe specifications summary Overclocking features Special features Rear panel Internal connectors Support CD contents Form factor ASUS AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) ASUS AI Overclocking ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS AI Booster Adjustable CPU, memory, and PCI Express voltages... Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) from 100 MHz up to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment Adjustable FSB/DDR frequencies Fixed PCI/PCI Express frequencies ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo™ 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 ...
P5GDC Deluxe specifications summary Overclocking features Special features Rear panel Internal connectors Support CD contents Form factor ASUS AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) ASUS AI Overclocking ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS AI Booster Adjustable CPU, memory, and PCI Express voltages... Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) from 100 MHz up to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment Adjustable FSB/DDR frequencies Fixed PCI/PCI Express frequencies ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo™ 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 ...
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See page 4-21 for details. See page 5-10 for details. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 1-5 By placing a specially designed PCB under the CPU socket, Stack Cool™ effectively lowers the system temperature by large capacitors and motherboard components. During the ... features AI NET2 The Ai NET2 is an ideal thermal solution that reduces the heat dissipated by 10º Celsius. ASUS Stack Cool™ ASUS Stack Cool™ is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed only when needed. AI NOS™ (Non-Delay...
See page 4-21 for details. See page 5-10 for details. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 1-5 By placing a specially designed PCB under the CPU socket, Stack Cool™ effectively lowers the system temperature by large capacitors and motherboard components. During the ... features AI NET2 The Ai NET2 is an ideal thermal solution that reduces the heat dissipated by 10º Celsius. ASUS Stack Cool™ ASUS Stack Cool™ is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed only when needed. AI NOS™ (Non-Delay...
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... allows you to buy a replacement ROM chip. No need to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. ASUS MyLogo™ This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. Intervideo® WinDVD Suite® (Retail box... memory performance without affecting system stability. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add...
... allows you to buy a replacement ROM chip. No need to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. ASUS MyLogo™ This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. Intervideo® WinDVD Suite® (Retail box... memory performance without affecting system stability. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add...
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... the CPU into the retention tab. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance. • Installing Windows® XP Service Pack 1 is recommended. • Make sure to... Hyper-Threading Technology • This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs in BIOS before installing a supported operating system. • For more information on the socket and damaging the CPU! ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-9 Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the...
... the CPU into the retention tab. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance. • Installing Windows® XP Service Pack 1 is recommended. • Make sure to... Hyper-Threading Technology • This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs in BIOS before installing a supported operating system. • For more information on the socket and damaging the CPU! ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-9 Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the...
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..., follow the latter. • Your Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in this motherboard: 1. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 4: BIOS setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to install. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information
..., follow the latter. • Your Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in this motherboard: 1. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 4: BIOS setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to install. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...later use . Refer to install expansion cards. Failure to do so may need to the tables on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Replace the system cover. 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the ... that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Secure the card to use . 4. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-21 Turn on the next page. 3. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing...
...later use . Refer to install expansion cards. Failure to do so may need to the tables on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Replace the system cover. 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the ... that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Secure the card to use . 4. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-21 Turn on the next page. 3. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing...
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...RAM (CLRTC1) This jumper allows you to default values. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. P5GDC P5GDC Clear RTC RAM CLRTC1 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking... which include system setup information such as system passwords. Remove the onboard battery. 3. 2.6 Jumpers 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause system...
...RAM (CLRTC1) This jumper allows you to default values. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. P5GDC P5GDC Clear RTC RAM CLRTC1 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking... which include system setup information such as system passwords. Remove the onboard battery. 3. 2.6 Jumpers 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause system...
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This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). 3. KBPWR1 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5GDC P5GDC Keyboard power setting 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer when you to wake up feature. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). 3. KBPWR1 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5GDC P5GDC Keyboard power setting 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer when you to wake up feature. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
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...Devices Configuration" for Ultra ATA 133/100/66 signal cables. SEC_RAID1 NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE P5GDC cable to IDE mode by default. In IDE mode, you can be configured as a disk array through the onboard IDE RAID ... sequence of ATAPI devices connected to RAID Mode. IDE RAID connectors (40-1 pin PRI_RAID1 [red], SEC_RAID1 [red]) These connectors are set to PIN 1. PRI_RAID1 PIN 1 P5GDC RAID connectors • Before creating a RAID set using these connectors such as Master or Slave before configuring a RAID 1 set the I T E 8 2 1 2 F C o...
...Devices Configuration" for Ultra ATA 133/100/66 signal cables. SEC_RAID1 NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE P5GDC cable to IDE mode by default. In IDE mode, you can be configured as a disk array through the onboard IDE RAID ... sequence of ATAPI devices connected to RAID Mode. IDE RAID connectors (40-1 pin PRI_RAID1 [red], SEC_RAID1 [red]) These connectors are set to PIN 1. PRI_RAID1 PIN 1 P5GDC RAID connectors • Before creating a RAID set using these connectors such as Master or Slave before configuring a RAID 1 set the I T E 8 2 1 2 F C o...
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...ATA. • Use only a maximum of 2 ports for details. SATA3 SATA4 P5GDC GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND ...RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND P5GDC SATA connectors Important notes on creating a RAID configuration. In Standard IDE mode... Color Setting SATA1, SATA2 Red Master SATA3, SATA4 Black Slave Use Boot Disk Data Disk ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-31 4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4...
...ATA. • Use only a maximum of 2 ports for details. SATA3 SATA4 P5GDC GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND ...RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND P5GDC SATA connectors Important notes on creating a RAID configuration. In Standard IDE mode... Color Setting SATA1, SATA2 Red Master SATA3, SATA4 Black Slave Use Boot Disk Data Disk ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-31 4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4...
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...this connector is set the F r o n t P a n e l S u p p o r t T y p e item in the BIOS setup to the IEEE 1394a connector. P5GDC +12V TPB2+ GND TPA2+ GND +12V TPB2GND TPA2- 1 IE1394_2 P5GDC IEEE 1394 connector NEVER connect a U S B c a b l e to [Azalia]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is ... audio module to this connector to this connector, set to legacy AC`97 audio. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-37 IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for details. 13. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR Azalia-...
...this connector is set the F r o n t P a n e l S u p p o r t T y p e item in the BIOS setup to the IEEE 1394a connector. P5GDC +12V TPB2+ GND TPA2+ GND +12V TPB2GND TPA2- 1 IE1394_2 P5GDC IEEE 1394 connector NEVER connect a U S B c a b l e to [Azalia]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is ... audio module to this connector to this connector, set to legacy AC`97 audio. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-37 IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for details. 13. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR Azalia-...
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...This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. 14. PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED P5GDC System panel connector Reset PWRSW The sytem panel connector is for system reboot without turning off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW) This ...System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the connector description below for details....
...This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. 14. PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED P5GDC System panel connector Reset PWRSW The sytem panel connector is for system reboot without turning off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW) This ...System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the connector description below for details....
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...the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. If your retailer for the first time 1. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 3-1 AMI BIOS beep codes Beep Description One beep Two continuous beeps followed by two short beeps Two continuous beeps followed by four short beeps Error ... on the chain) c. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. 3.1 Starting up for assistance. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. Be sure that is equipped with a surge protector. 5....
...the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. If your retailer for the first time 1. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 3-1 AMI BIOS beep codes Beep Description One beep Two continuous beeps followed by two short beeps Two continuous beeps followed by four short beeps Error ... on the chain) c. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. 3.1 Starting up for assistance. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. Be sure that is equipped with a surge protector. 5....
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...the S h u t D o w n option button is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Click the T u r n O f f button to shut down the computer. 3. Refer to section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4 for more than four seconds ...puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is selected,...
...the S h u t D o w n option button is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Click the T u r n O f f button to shut down the computer. 3. Refer to section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4 for more than four seconds ...puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is selected,...
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Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
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Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-13 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.5 Power menu 4-31 4.6 Boot menu 4-36 4.7 Exit menu 4-40 ASUS P5GDC Deluxe
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-13 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.5 Power menu 4-31 4.6 Boot menu 4-36 4.7 Exit menu 4-40 ASUS P5GDC Deluxe
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... the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. Windows® 2000 environment To create a set of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in Windows® environment.) Refer to the corresponding sections for Windows® 2000: a. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 4-1 A S U S A F U D O S (Updates the BIOS in the future. b. c. Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to the floppy disk drive. Save...
... the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. Windows® 2000 environment To create a set of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in Windows® environment.) Refer to the corresponding sections for Windows® 2000: a. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 4-1 A S U S A F U D O S (Updates the BIOS in the future. b. c. Insert the Windows® 2000 CD to the floppy disk drive. Save...
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Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you rename the BIOS file to P5GDCD.ROM. 4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Start erasing.......| Start programming...| Flashed successfully. Press , then... To update the BIOS using a DOS-based utility. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to P 5 G D C D . Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... 4. Reading file "P5GDCD.ROM". e. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for the...
Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you rename the BIOS file to P5GDCD.ROM. 4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Start erasing.......| Start programming...| Flashed successfully. Press , then... To update the BIOS using a DOS-based utility. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to P 5 G D C D . Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... 4. Reading file "P5GDCD.ROM". e. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for the...