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Contents Notices vii Safety information viii Operation safety viii P5GDC Deluxe specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features 1-4 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2-3 2.2.4 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.5 Layout Contents 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.3.1 Installing the ...
Contents Notices vii Safety information viii Operation safety viii P5GDC Deluxe specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features 1-4 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2-3 2.2.4 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.5 Layout Contents 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.3.1 Installing the ...
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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 04B processors ...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 page) ix RAID...
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 04B processors ...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 page) ix RAID...
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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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... new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard...
... new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard...
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... 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high-speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide range of peripherals and devices compliant to IEEE 1394a standards. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 1-3 See page 2-23 for various audio devices. With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/PDIF interfaces, you can connect your computer's digital audio contents into...
... 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high-speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide range of peripherals and devices compliant to IEEE 1394a standards. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 1-3 See page 2-23 for various audio devices. With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/PDIF interfaces, you can connect your computer's digital audio contents into...
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... the LAN (RJ-45) port(s). Cooler system temperature means more stable system performance, longer component life, and more silent operation. ASUS Stack Cool™ ASUS Stack Cool™ is a technology that auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed only when needed. AI... lowers the system temperature by large capacitors and motherboard components. See page 2-3 for details. See page 5-10 for details. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 1-5 With this utility, you can easily monitor the condition of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy.
... the LAN (RJ-45) port(s). Cooler system temperature means more stable system performance, longer component life, and more silent operation. ASUS Stack Cool™ ASUS Stack Cool™ is a technology that auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed only when needed. AI... lowers the system temperature by large capacitors and motherboard components. See page 2-3 for details. See page 5-10 for details. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 1-5 With this utility, you can easily monitor the condition of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy.
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Jumpers 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-27 ASUS P5GDC Deluxe
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Jumpers 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-27 ASUS P5GDC Deluxe
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... to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the ATX power supply is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off or the p o w e r c o r d i s d e t a c h e d f r o m t h e p o w e r s u p p l y . ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED.
... to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the ATX power supply is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off or the p o w e r c o r d i s d e t a c h e d f r o m t h e p o w e r s u p p l y . ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED.
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Stack Cool™ effectively lowers the motherboard temperature by as much as 10ºC. 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool™ The motherboard comes with ASUS Stack Cool™, an innovative thermal solution that provides supplementary cooliing to conduct heat away from the motherboard components. Stack Cool™ is a mini-PCB installed under the CPU socket to the motherboard. Motherboard holes (for the CPU fan and heatsink assembly pins) ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-3
Stack Cool™ effectively lowers the motherboard temperature by as much as 10ºC. 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool™ The motherboard comes with ASUS Stack Cool™, an innovative thermal solution that provides supplementary cooliing to conduct heat away from the motherboard components. Stack Cool™ is a mini-PCB installed under the CPU socket to the motherboard. Motherboard holes (for the CPU fan and heatsink assembly pins) ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-3
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ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-7 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface...land package. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the PnP ...
ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-7 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface...land package. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the PnP ...
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..., making sure that the gold triangle is on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading. Notes on the socket and damaging the CPU! ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-9 A B Alignment key Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in the 775-land package with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is recommended. • Make...
..., making sure that the gold triangle is on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading. Notes on the socket and damaging the CPU! ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-9 A B Alignment key Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in the 775-land package with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is recommended. • Make...
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ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-11 Push each of the installed CPU, making sure that the four pins match the holes on the motherboard. Place the heatsink on top of the pins downward to lock. Push pin Motherboard hole 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Rotate the push-pins clockwise to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. 3.
ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-11 Push each of the installed CPU, making sure that the four pins match the holes on the motherboard. Place the heatsink on top of the pins downward to lock. Push pin Motherboard hole 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Rotate the push-pins clockwise to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. 3.
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ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-13 DDR2 DIMMS are notched differently to the motherboard, d o n o t u s e D D R a n d D D R 2 memory simultaneously. 2.4.2 Memory Configurations You may detect less than 4 GB system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory modules. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the sockets: DDR_B1 DDR_B2 P5GDC DDR2_A1 DDR2_B1 P5GDC DIMM sockets DDR_A2 DDR_A1 To...
ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-13 DDR2 DIMMS are notched differently to the motherboard, d o n o t u s e D D R a n d D D R 2 memory simultaneously. 2.4.2 Memory Configurations You may detect less than 4 GB system memory when you installed four 1 GB DDR memory modules. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the sockets: DDR_B1 DDR_B2 P5GDC DDR2_A1 DDR2_B1 P5GDC DIMM sockets DDR_A2 DDR_A1 To...
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Double-sided ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-17 supports one pair of modules inserted into both yellow slots as one module inserted in any yellow slot in a Single-channel memory configuration. B - supports ...
Double-sided ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-17 supports one pair of modules inserted into both yellow slots as one module inserted in any yellow slot in a Single-channel memory configuration. B - supports ...
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... when it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-19 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to remove a DIMM. 2 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward...
... when it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-19 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to remove a DIMM. 2 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward...
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...: 1. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for later use . ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-21 The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Refer to the tables on BIOS...
...: 1. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for later use . ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-21 The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Refer to the tables on BIOS...
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... a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-23
... a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-23
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ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-25 Set to +5VSB to wake up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or ... the internal USB connectors that can connect to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in sleep mode. USBPW12 USBPW34 3 2 2 1 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5GDC USBPW56 USBPW78 12 23 P5GDC USB device wake-up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power...
ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-25 Set to +5VSB to wake up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or ... the internal USB connectors that can connect to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in sleep mode. USBPW12 USBPW34 3 2 2 1 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5GDC USBPW56 USBPW78 12 23 P5GDC USB device wake-up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power...
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... 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 15 14 13 12 11 10 1 . This port is for the LAN port LED indications. S i d e S p e a k e r O u t p o r t ( b l a c k ) . L i n e O u t p o r t ( l i m e ) . This port connects a headphone or a speaker. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-27 This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. 7 . P a r a l l e l p o r t . R e a r S p e a k e r O u t p o r t ( g r a y ) . This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other devices. 3 . In 4-channel, 6-channel...
... 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 15 14 13 12 11 10 1 . This port is for the LAN port LED indications. S i d e S p e a k e r O u t p o r t ( b l a c k ) . L i n e O u t p o r t ( l i m e ) . This port connects a headphone or a speaker. ASUS P5GDC Deluxe 2-27 This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. 7 . P a r a l l e l p o r t . R e a r S p e a k e r O u t p o r t ( g r a y ) . This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other devices. 3 . In 4-channel, 6-channel...