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... dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-4 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-5 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-7 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-8 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-9 4.2.2 Menu ...bar 4-9 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-9 4.2.4 Menu items 4-10 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-10 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-10 4.2.7 Pop-up window 4-10 4.2.8 Scroll bar 4-10...
... dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-4 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-5 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-7 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-8 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-9 4.2.2 Menu ...bar 4-9 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-9 4.2.4 Menu items 4-10 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-10 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-10 4.2.7 Pop-up window 4-10 4.2.8 Scroll bar 4-10...
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... AI NET2 5-11 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 5-12 5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite 5-18 5.3.5 ASUS AI Gear 2 5-20 5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 5-21 5.3.7 ASUS AI N.O.S 5-22 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 5-23 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-24 5.3.10 ...SoundMAX® High Definition Audio utility 5-25 5.4 RAID configurations 5-30 5.4.1 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-31 5.4.2 Intel® RAID configurations 5-31 5.4.3 JMicron® RAID Configuration 5-35 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-43 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 5-43 5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows...
... AI NET2 5-11 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 5-12 5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite 5-18 5.3.5 ASUS AI Gear 2 5-20 5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 5-21 5.3.7 ASUS AI N.O.S 5-22 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 5-23 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-24 5.3.10 ...SoundMAX® High Definition Audio utility 5-25 5.4 RAID configurations 5-30 5.4.1 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-31 5.4.2 Intel® RAID configurations 5-31 5.4.3 JMicron® RAID Configuration 5-35 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-43 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 5-43 5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows...
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...installed, as well as those that provides even more colorful and vivid image on your screen. When using ASUS PC Probe II, you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. See page 4-11 for details. providing great performance for details... 2-13 for 3D graphics and other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS™ reacts much faster to satisfy your need for details. ASUS P5K-E 1- the latest technology that aren't. Smart Support CD It provides a checklist to allow the user to see the critical parts of the computer...
...installed, as well as those that provides even more colorful and vivid image on your screen. When using ASUS PC Probe II, you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. See page 4-11 for details. providing great performance for details... 2-13 for 3D graphics and other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS™ reacts much faster to satisfy your need for details. ASUS P5K-E 1- the latest technology that aren't. Smart Support CD It provides a checklist to allow the user to see the critical parts of the computer...
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... fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to remove (B). CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate... window to ensure system stability. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Close the load plate (A), then A...
... fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to remove (B). CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate... window to ensure system stability. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Close the load plate (A), then A...
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...DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install a maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot. 64-bit Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Windows Vista x64 Edition 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated Populated Populated ...memory. This limitation applies to 8 GB on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to Windows Vista 32-bit/Windows XP 32-bit version operating system since it is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. Any ...
...DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install a maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot. 64-bit Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Windows Vista x64 Edition 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated Populated Populated ...memory. This limitation applies to 8 GB on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to Windows Vista 32-bit/Windows XP 32-bit version operating system since it is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. Any ...
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• You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (... only if you may connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. Or you are using Windows® XP or later version. • When using the connectors in the BIOS to the table below for details. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
• You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (... only if you may connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. Or you are using Windows® XP or later version. • When using the connectors in the BIOS to the table below for details. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
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... Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. Refer to shut down . 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less... than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up Click ...
... Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. Refer to shut down . 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less... than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up Click ...
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... manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS P5K-E 4- Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. This utility is available in Windows® environment. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is copied...
... manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS P5K-E 4- Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. This utility is available in Windows® environment. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is copied...
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Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select Update BIOS from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility. click Auto Select. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select Update BIOS from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility. click Auto Select. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate.
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... to P5K-E complete the update process. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Locate the BIOS file from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Follow the screen instructions to avail all its features. P5K-E ASUS P5K-E ...4- From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to complete the update process. Follow the screen instructions to download. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a ...
... to P5K-E complete the update process. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Locate the BIOS file from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Follow the screen instructions to avail all its features. P5K-E ASUS P5K-E ...4- From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to complete the update process. Follow the screen instructions to download. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a ...
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...displays the specific items for that do not fit on the screen. Refer to 4.2.7 Pop-up window. 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to select a field. Pop-up window with the configuration options for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected. To display... Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Main menu items Use [ENTER], [TAB], or [SHIFT-TAB] to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Use [+] or [-] to display a list of the menu screen is not user-configurable. configurable, you can change the value...
...displays the specific items for that do not fit on the screen. Refer to 4.2.7 Pop-up window. 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to select a field. Pop-up window with the configuration options for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected. To display... Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Main menu items Use [ENTER], [TAB], or [SHIFT-TAB] to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Use [+] or [-] to display a list of the menu screen is not user-configurable. configurable, you can change the value...
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... from this option from the legend bar to the CMOS RAM. ASUS P5K-E 4-37 Select YES to the non-volatile RAM. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for this option, a confirmation window appears. 4.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to... for a confirmation before exiting. If you select this operation. After selecting this option or if you select this option, a confirmation appears. When you press , a confirmation window appears.
... from this option from the legend bar to the CMOS RAM. ASUS P5K-E 4-37 Select YES to the non-volatile RAM. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for this option, a confirmation window appears. 4.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to... for a confirmation before exiting. If you select this operation. After selecting this option or if you select this option, a confirmation appears. When you press , a confirmation window appears.
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... CD Place the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS P5K-E 5- Use the setup procedures presented in your computer, browse the contents of your computer. 5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista™ operating systems (OS). Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE...
... CD Place the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS P5K-E 5- Use the setup procedures presented in your computer, browse the contents of your computer. 5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista™ operating systems (OS). Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE...
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...Application Installs the Marvell® Yukon Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT) application that the motherboard supports. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system ...ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you keep your computer in Windows® environment. ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. This utility requires an Internet connection either through the Installation Wizard. ASUS P5K-E 5- ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of any detected problems. This utility helps you to update the motherboard...
...Application Installs the Marvell® Yukon Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT) application that the motherboard supports. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system ...ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you keep your computer in Windows® environment. ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. This utility requires an Internet connection either through the Installation Wizard. ASUS P5K-E 5- ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of any detected problems. This utility helps you to update the motherboard...
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...file, then click Next. 5.3 Software information Most of your original BIOS file, or obtain the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website. To launch the ASUS MyLogo3™: 1. ASUS P5K Deluxe 5- Check the option Launch MyLogo to make a copy of the applications in GIF, JPG, or BMP file formats...; Make sure that will conveniently guide you install the ASUS Update utility from the support CD. Launch the ASUS Update utility. Select Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. From the left window pane, select the folder that appears on screen during ...
...file, then click Next. 5.3 Software information Most of your original BIOS file, or obtain the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website. To launch the ASUS MyLogo3™: 1. ASUS P5K Deluxe 5- Check the option Launch MyLogo to make a copy of the applications in GIF, JPG, or BMP file formats...; Make sure that will conveniently guide you install the ASUS Update utility from the support CD. Launch the ASUS Update utility. Select Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. From the left window pane, select the folder that appears on screen during ...
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When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to display the new boot logo during POST. 5-10 Chapter 5: Software support After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to load the new boot logo. 10. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to your desired size by clicking on the Ratio box. 9. Adjust the boot image to enlarge by selecting a value on it. 8. 7.
When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to display the new boot logo during POST. 5-10 Chapter 5: Software support After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to load the new boot logo. 10. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to your desired size by clicking on the Ratio box. 9. Adjust the boot image to enlarge by selecting a value on it. 8. 7.
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ASUS P5K Deluxe 5-11 The VCT feature reduces networking and support costs through a highly manageable and controlled network system. Click Virtual Cable Tester from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable Tester. 2. This utility can be incorporated in the BIOS...port(s). • If you want the system to Gigabit LAN port(s). • The Run button on the Virtual Cable Tester™ main window is disabled if no problem is a cable diagnostic utility that reports LAN cable faults and shorts using the Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) technology...
ASUS P5K Deluxe 5-11 The VCT feature reduces networking and support costs through a highly manageable and controlled network system. Click Virtual Cable Tester from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable Tester. 2. This utility can be incorporated in the BIOS...port(s). • If you want the system to Gigabit LAN port(s). • The Run button on the Virtual Cable Tester™ main window is disabled if no problem is a cable diagnostic utility that reports LAN cable faults and shorts using the Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) technology...
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... you of any problem with these components. Click to locate the setup.exe file from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that your computer is always at a healthy... operating condition. Installing PC Probe II To install PC Probe II on the main window right handle. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Follow the screen instructions to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer: ...
... you of any problem with these components. Click to locate the setup.exe file from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that your computer is always at a healthy... operating condition. Installing PC Probe II To install PC Probe II on the main window right handle. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Follow the screen instructions to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer: ...
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...Preference section in the main window. ASUS P5K-E 5-13 Button Function Opens the Configuration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference ...section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show. Refer to activate or deactivate. Click the box before...
...Preference section in the main window. ASUS P5K-E 5-13 Button Function Opens the Configuration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference ...section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show. Refer to activate or deactivate. Click the box before...
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... the monitor panels All monitor panels move or reposition the panel independently. Adjusting the sensor threshold value You can now move together using the Config window. You can also adjust the threshold values using a magnetic effect. If you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section, the monitor panels...
... the monitor panels All monitor panels move or reposition the panel independently. Adjusting the sensor threshold value You can now move together using the Config window. You can also adjust the threshold values using a magnetic effect. If you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section, the monitor panels...