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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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...faster to break through current FSB and DRAM ratio proportions by eliminating the bottleneck when overclocking both the CPU and the memory- ASUS P5K-E 1- When using ASUS PC Probe II, you configure your system easier and faster. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you can easily see which drivers... allows you to see the critical parts of booting the BIOS. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the computer. ASUS MyLogo3™ This feature allows you to convert your need for details. See page...
...faster to break through current FSB and DRAM ratio proportions by eliminating the bottleneck when overclocking both the CPU and the memory- ASUS P5K-E 1- When using ASUS PC Probe II, you configure your system easier and faster. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you can easily see which drivers... allows you to see the critical parts of booting the BIOS. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the computer. ASUS MyLogo3™ This feature allows you to convert your need for details. See page...
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...® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to remove (B). 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. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of ...
...® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to remove (B). 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. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of ...
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... the operating systems listed below. Notes on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to 8 GB on each slot. 64-bit Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Windows Vista x64 Edition 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Populated • You may install 512 MB, ... functions. For optimum compatibility, it does not support PAE (Physical Address Extention) mode. • If you install Windows Vista 32-bit/Windows XP 32-bit version operating system, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended ...
... the operating systems listed below. Notes on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to 8 GB on each slot. 64-bit Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Windows Vista x64 Edition 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Populated • You may install 512 MB, ... functions. For optimum compatibility, it does not support PAE (Physical Address Extention) mode. • If you install Windows Vista 32-bit/Windows XP 32-bit version operating system, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended ...
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... the SATA1/2/5 connector. Refer to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. Or you are using Windows® XP or later version. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using the connectors in the BIOS to [AHCI...
... the SATA1/2/5 connector. Refer to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. Or you are using Windows® XP or later version. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using the connectors in the BIOS to [AHCI...
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...3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Refer to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. The power ...supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to section 4.5 Power Menu ...
...3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Refer to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. The power ...supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to section 4.5 Power Menu ...
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... manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in the future. The ASUS Update utility allows you need to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS P5K-E 4- Click the Utilities tab...
... manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in the future. The ASUS Update utility allows you need to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS P5K-E 4- Click the Utilities tab...
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Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. click Auto Select. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. click Auto Select. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
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.... Follow the screen instructions to avail all its features. P5K-E ASUS P5K-E 4- Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Click Next. 5. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version...
.... Follow the screen instructions to avail all its features. P5K-E ASUS P5K-E 4- Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Click Next. 5. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version...
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...A configurable field is highlighted when selected. A solid triangle before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. Pop-up window with the configuration options for the menu items. If an item is not user-configurable. Use [+] or [-] to display a list of the field ... of options. 4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a sub-menu. Refer to 4.2.7 Pop-up window. 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display the other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the screen. Press the Up/Down...
...A configurable field is highlighted when selected. A solid triangle before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. Pop-up window with the configuration options for the menu items. If an item is not user-configurable. Use [+] or [-] to display a list of the field ... of options. 4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a sub-menu. Refer to 4.2.7 Pop-up window. 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display the other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the screen. Press the Up/Down...
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.... After selecting this menu. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. ASUS P5K-E 4-37 Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. Select YES to Sub Screen Tab Select Field...
.... After selecting this menu. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. ASUS P5K-E 4-37 Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. Select YES to Sub Screen Tab Select Field...
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...or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only. Refer to avail all motherboard features. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to the optical drive. 5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista™ operating systems (OS). The CD... and system stability. 5.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to your computer. ASUS P5K-E 5- The contents of the support CD to change at any time without notice....
...or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only. Refer to avail all motherboard features. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to the optical drive. 5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista™ operating systems (OS). The CD... and system stability. 5.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to your computer. ASUS P5K-E 5- The contents of the support CD to change at any time without notice....
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... detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in Windows® environment. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you to update the motherboard BIOS in healthy operating condition. ASUS P5K-E 5- ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you of the utilities through a network or...
... detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in Windows® environment. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you to update the motherboard BIOS in healthy operating condition. ASUS P5K-E 5- ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you of the utilities through a network or...
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...click Next. 3. Select Update BIOS from a file from the support CD. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click Next. The ASUS MyLogo3™ is automatically installed when you through the installation. See section 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration. • You can create your boot logo. ... boot logo is set to [Enabled] if you wish to replace system boot logo before flashing BIOS, then click Next. 4. ASUS P5K Deluxe 5- From the left window pane, select the folder that the BIOS item Full Screen Logo is the image that came with the software application for details. ...
...click Next. 3. Select Update BIOS from a file from the support CD. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click Next. The ASUS MyLogo3™ is automatically installed when you through the installation. See section 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration. • You can create your boot logo. ... boot logo is set to [Enabled] if you wish to replace system boot logo before flashing BIOS, then click Next. 4. ASUS P5K Deluxe 5- From the left window pane, select the folder that the BIOS item Full Screen Logo is the image that came with the software application for details. ...
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After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to load the new boot logo. 10. Adjust the boot image to enlarge by selecting a value on it. 8. 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 When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to your desired size by clicking on the Ratio box. 9. 7.
After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to load the new boot logo. 10. Adjust the boot image to enlarge by selecting a value on it. 8. 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 When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to your desired size by clicking on the Ratio box. 9. 7.
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...display the screen below. 3. Launch the VCT utility from the menu to 64 ns at one meter accuracy. Click Virtual Cable Tester from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable Tester. 2. 5.3.2 AI NET2 The AI NET2 features the Marvell®...VCT). VCT is detected 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...
...display the screen below. 3. Launch the VCT utility from the menu to 64 ns at one meter accuracy. Click Virtual Cable Tester from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > Marvell > Virtual Cable Tester. 2. 5.3.2 AI NET2 The AI NET2 features the Marvell®...VCT). VCT is detected 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...
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...PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. If Autorun is not enabled in the Windows® taskbar. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Click to start monitoring your computer the moment you to view the current status of the support CD.... Because PC Probe II is software-based, you can close or restore the application. To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. Follow the screen instructions to the optical drive. By default, the ...
...PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. If Autorun is not enabled in the Windows® taskbar. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Click to start monitoring your computer the moment you to view the current status of the support CD.... Because PC Probe II is software-based, you can close or restore the application. To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. Follow the screen instructions to the optical drive. By default, the ...
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... Monitor panels section for that sensor also turns red. 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...
... Monitor panels section for that sensor also turns red. 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...
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... in a small monitoring panel. Moving the monitor panels All monitor panels move or reposition the panel independently. You can now move together using the Config window. You can adjust the sensor threshold value in the desktop, click the arrow down button of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and...
... in a small monitoring panel. Moving the monitor panels All monitor panels move or reposition the panel independently. You can now move together using the Config window. You can adjust the sensor threshold value in the desktop, click the arrow down button of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and...