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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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Contents 5.3.2 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 ...39 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-47 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 5-47 5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-47 Chapter 6: ATI® CrossFire™ technology support 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.1.1 Requirements 6-1 6.1.2 Before you begin 6-1 6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards...
Contents 5.3.2 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 ...39 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-47 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 5-47 5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-47 Chapter 6: ATI® CrossFire™ technology support 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.1.1 Requirements 6-1 6.1.2 Before you begin 6-1 6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards...
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... Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS P5K3 Premium 1- C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See page 4-31 and 5-9 for speed. Unlike other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS™ reacts much faster to satisfy...you to select the language of booting the BIOS. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in Windows environment without the hassle of your system easier and faster. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your choice from the available options....
... Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS P5K3 Premium 1- C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See page 4-31 and 5-9 for speed. Unlike other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS™ reacts much faster to satisfy...you to select the language of booting the BIOS. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in Windows environment without the hassle of your system easier and faster. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your choice from the available options....
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... damaging the CPU! 6. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to ensure system stability. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to remove (B). CPU notch...
... damaging the CPU! 6. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to ensure system stability. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to remove (B). CPU notch...
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...-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Refer to the table below for details. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Or you are using Windows® XP or later version. • When using the connectors in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 4.3.6 SATA Configuration for the recommended SATA...the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (boot...
...-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Refer to the table below for details. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Or you are using Windows® XP or later version. • When using the connectors in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 4.3.6 SATA Configuration for the recommended SATA...the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (boot...
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...; XP: 1. The power supply should turn off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. Refer to section 4.5 Power Menu in Chapter 4 for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to shut down the ...computer. 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts 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...
...; XP: 1. The power supply should turn off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. Refer to section 4.5 Power Menu in Chapter 4 for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to shut down the ...computer. 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts 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...
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...you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk) 4. This utility is available in Windows® environment.) 2. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a ...BIOS in the future. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is copied to your BIOS The following utilities allow you need to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS P5K3 Premium 4- Copy the original motherboard...
...you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk) 4. This utility is available in Windows® environment.) 2. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a ...BIOS in the future. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is copied to your BIOS The following utilities allow you need to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS P5K3 Premium 4- Copy the original motherboard...
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click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility.
click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility.
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... a BIOS file: 1. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. P5K3 Premium P5K3 Premium ASUS P5K3 Premium 4- 4. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the...
... a BIOS file: 1. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. P5K3 Premium P5K3 Premium ASUS P5K3 Premium 4- 4. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the...
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... a menu item then press to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that menu. You cannot select an item that do ... that is user- 4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that the iteam has a sub-menu. Pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 4.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the menu screen is highlighted when selected.
... a menu item then press to display a pop-up window Scroll bar 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that menu. You cannot select an item that do ... that is user- 4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that the iteam has a sub-menu. Pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 4.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the menu screen is highlighted when selected.
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...the PECI interface. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] PEG Port Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS P5K3 Premium 4-23 North Bridge Configuration North Bridge Chipset Configuration Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY North Bridge Chipset Configuration Memory Remap Feature Initiate Graphic Adapter ... or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. Setting this option only when you to enable for Windows XP and Linux 4 and disable for other OS. Function [Enabled] [PEG/PCI] [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] Options Disabled...
...the PECI interface. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] PEG Port Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS P5K3 Premium 4-23 North Bridge Configuration North Bridge Chipset Configuration Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY North Bridge Chipset Configuration Memory Remap Feature Initiate Graphic Adapter ... or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. Setting this option only when you to enable for Windows XP and Linux 4 and disable for other OS. Function [Enabled] [PEG/PCI] [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] Options Disabled...
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... Changes This option allows you to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. After selecting this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Exit... to Sub Screen Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P5K3 Premium 4-37 4.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save...
... Changes This option allows you to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. After selecting this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Exit... to Sub Screen Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P5K3 Premium 4-37 4.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save...
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...enabled in your OS documentation for detailed information. • Make sure that you install the Windows® XP Service Pack2 or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only. ASUS P5K3 Premium 5- Refer to your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to install If ...(www.asus.com) for updates. 5.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD to run the DVD. 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). Always...
...enabled in your OS documentation for detailed information. • Make sure that you install the Windows® XP Service Pack2 or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only. ASUS P5K3 Premium 5- Refer to your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to install If ...(www.asus.com) for updates. 5.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD to run the DVD. 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). Always...
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... utility helps you of the utilities through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS P5K3 Premium 5- ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you keep your computer in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through the Installation Wizard. 5.2.3 Utilities...
... utility helps you of the utilities through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS P5K3 Premium 5- ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you keep your computer in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through the Installation Wizard. 5.2.3 Utilities...
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... View the online help or readme file that will conveniently guide you customize the boot logo. Select Options from the ASUS website. ASUS P5K3 Premium 5- The ASUS MyLogo3™ is set to [Enabled] if you wish to make a copy of the applications in GIF, JPG...section 5.2.3 Utilities menu for more information. 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3™ The ASUS MyLogo3™ utility lets you through the installation. To launch the ASUS MyLogo3™: 1. Select Update BIOS from a file from the support DVD. The ASUS MyLogo3 window appears. 6. See section 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration...
... View the online help or readme file that will conveniently guide you customize the boot logo. Select Options from the ASUS website. ASUS P5K3 Premium 5- The ASUS MyLogo3™ is set to [Enabled] if you wish to make a copy of the applications in GIF, JPG...section 5.2.3 Utilities menu for more information. 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3™ The ASUS MyLogo3™ utility lets you through the installation. To launch the ASUS MyLogo3™: 1. Select Update BIOS from a file from the support DVD. The ASUS MyLogo3 window appears. 6. See section 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration...
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After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to load the new boot logo. 10. 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 Adjust the boot image to enlarge by selecting a value on it. 8. 7. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to your desired size by clicking on the Ratio box. 9.
After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to load the new boot logo. 10. 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 Adjust the boot image to enlarge by selecting a value on it. 8. 7. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to your desired size by clicking on the Ratio box. 9.
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... utility can be incorporated in the BIOS Setup. 5.3.2 AI NET2 The AI NET2 features the Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT). ASUS P5K3 Premium 5-11 Launch the VCT utility from the menu to 64 ns at one meter accuracy. The VCT feature reduces networking and support costs through a...; The VCT utility only tests Ethernet cables connected 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....
... utility can be incorporated in the BIOS Setup. 5.3.2 AI NET2 The AI NET2 features the Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT). ASUS P5K3 Premium 5-11 Launch the VCT utility from the menu to 64 ns at one meter accuracy. The VCT feature reduces networking and support costs through a...; The VCT utility only tests Ethernet cables connected 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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...can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop. Place the support DVD to complete installation. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. The PC Probe II main window appears. Click to close or restore the application. To launch the PC ...the setup.exe file to locate the setup.exe file from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. Using PC Probe II Main window The PC Probe II main window allows you of your system and change the utility configuration. Installing...
...can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop. Place the support DVD to complete installation. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. The PC Probe II main window appears. Click to close or restore the application. To launch the PC ...the setup.exe file to locate the setup.exe file from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. Using PC Probe II Main window The PC Probe II main window allows you of your system and change the utility configuration. Installing...
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ASUS P5K3 Premium 5-13 When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Refer to the Monitor panels section for that sensor also turns red. 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...
ASUS P5K3 Premium 5-13 When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Refer to the Monitor panels section for that sensor also turns red. 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...
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... independently. If you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the group, click the horseshoe magnet icon. You can now move together using the Config window. Large display Small display Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of the monitor panels in the monitor panel by clicking the or...
... independently. If you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the group, click the horseshoe magnet icon. You can now move together using the Config window. Large display Small display Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of the monitor panels in the monitor panel by clicking the or...