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...switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu ...screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-11 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-11 4.2.7 Pop-up window...
...switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu ...screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-11 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-11 4.2.7 Pop-up window...
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... 5.3.5 ASUS AI Gear2 5-23 5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 5-24 5.3.7 ASUS AI N.O.S 5-25 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan2 5-26 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-27 5.4 RAID configurations 5-28 5.4.1 RAID definitions 5-28 5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-28 5.4.3 JMicron® RAID Configuration 5-29 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-37 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 5-37 5.5.2 Creating a RAID/SATA driver disk in Windows...
... 5.3.5 ASUS AI Gear2 5-23 5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 5-24 5.3.7 ASUS AI N.O.S 5-25 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan2 5-26 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-27 5.4 RAID configurations 5-28 5.4.1 RAID definitions 5-28 5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-28 5.4.3 JMicron® RAID Configuration 5-29 5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-37 5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 5-37 5.5.2 Creating a RAID/SATA driver disk in Windows...
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... parameter. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI Express...at 1MHz increment to overclocking, C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to open...
... parameter. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI Express...at 1MHz increment to overclocking, C.P.R. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to open...
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... the PnP cap from the load plate window to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the retention tab. 7. CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. ASUS P5KC 2- Lift the load plate with the...
... the PnP cap from the load plate window to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the retention tab. 7. CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. ASUS P5KC 2- Lift the load plate with the...
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...allocation, the system may detect less than 3GB of address space allocation for other critical functions. This limitation applies to Windows Vista 32-bit/Windows XP 32-bit version operating system since it is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. 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 that ...
...allocation, the system may detect less than 3GB of address space allocation for other critical functions. This limitation applies to Windows Vista 32-bit/Windows XP 32-bit version operating system since it is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. 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 that ...
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... 32-bit version operating system since 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 install less than 3 GB of total memory because of total memory. • Some old-version .... • Due to run at DDR2-667 by default setting. If you want to operate with CL=4 will automatically downgrade to run at DDR2-667. ASUS P5KC 2-17
... 32-bit version operating system since 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 install less than 3 GB of total memory because of total memory. • Some old-version .... • Due to run at DDR2-667 by default setting. If you want to operate with CL=4 will automatically downgrade to run at DDR2-667. ASUS P5KC 2-17
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... Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. If you are using Windows® XP or later version: 1. 3.2 Turning off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for...Using the OS shut down the computer. 3. Pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the Turn Off button to section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4 for more than four seconds puts the system to...
... Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. If you are using Windows® XP or later version: 1. 3.2 Turning off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for...Using the OS shut down the computer. 3. Pressing the power switch for details. 3- Chapter 3: Powering up The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the Turn Off button to section "4.5 Power Menu" in Chapter 4 for more than four seconds puts the system to...
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...Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your BIOS The following utilities allow you need to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment.) 2. ASUS P5KC 4- The ASUS Update utility allows you to the corresponding ...sections for details on these utilities. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk, USB ...
...Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your BIOS The following utilities allow you need to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment.) 2. ASUS P5KC 4- The ASUS Update utility allows you to the corresponding ...sections for details on these utilities. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk, USB ...
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click Auto Select. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
click Auto Select. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
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... screen instructions to download. P5KC.rom P5KC ASUS P5KC 4- 4. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by...
... screen instructions to download. P5KC.rom P5KC ASUS P5KC 4- 4. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by...
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... of the following to the floppy disk drive. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to create a bootable floppy disk. c. A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. e. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup b. Select Create an MS-DOS startup... disk from the Windows® desktop, then select My Computer. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. Click Start ...
... of the following to the floppy disk drive. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to create a bootable floppy disk. c. A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. e. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup b. Select Create an MS-DOS startup... disk from the Windows® desktop, then select My Computer. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. Click Start ...
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... an item is not user-configurable. You cannot select an item that menu. Refer to "4.2.7 Pop-up window." 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window Scroll bar ASUS P5KC 4-11 Pop-up window with the configuration options for that is user- For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items...
... an item is not user-configurable. You cannot select an item that menu. Refer to "4.2.7 Pop-up window." 4.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window Scroll bar ASUS P5KC 4-11 Pop-up window with the configuration options for that is user- For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items...
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...CMOS RAM so it stays on the Setup menus. Select [OK] to save your selections, choose this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for a confirmation before exiting. Select Exit & Save Changes or make ...or from this option, a confirmation window appears. If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes 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 P5KC 4-37 Select one of the ...
...CMOS RAM so it stays on the Setup menus. Select [OK] to save your selections, choose this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for a confirmation before exiting. Select Exit & Save Changes or make ...or from this option, a confirmation window appears. If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes 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 P5KC 4-37 Select one of the ...
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...OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your OS documentation for detailed information. • Make sure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 5.2 Support CD information The ... are subject to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to the optical drive. ASUS P5KC 5- Click an icon to display support CD motherboard information Click an item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder....
...OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your OS documentation for detailed information. • Make sure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 5.2 Support CD information The ... are subject to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to the optical drive. ASUS P5KC 5- Click an icon to display support CD motherboard information Click an item to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder....
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... utility allows you keep your computer in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. 5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications ...and other software that the motherboard supports. Installation Wizard for Utilities Launches the ASUS InstAll utilities installation wizard. ASUS InstAll - ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts...
... utility allows you keep your computer in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. 5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications ...and other software that the motherboard supports. Installation Wizard for Utilities Launches the ASUS InstAll utilities installation wizard. ASUS InstAll - ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts...
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... Logo is set to [Enabled] if you customize the boot logo. To launch the ASUS MyLogo2™: 1. Select Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. The ASUS MyLogo window appears. 6. Refer to use as your own boot logo image in the Support CD ... utility from the Support CD. Check the option Launch MyLogo to replace system boot logo before flashing BIOS, then click Next. 4. ASUS P5KC 5- The boot logo is automatically installed when you through the installation. See section 4.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration. • You can create your boot ...
... Logo is set to [Enabled] if you customize the boot logo. To launch the ASUS MyLogo2™: 1. Select Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. The ASUS MyLogo window appears. 6. Refer to use as your own boot logo image in the Support CD ... utility from the Support CD. Check the option Launch MyLogo to replace system boot logo before flashing BIOS, then click Next. 4. ASUS P5KC 5- The boot logo is automatically installed when you through the installation. See section 4.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration. • You can create your boot ...
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Adjust the boot image to enlarge by selecting a value on it. 8. 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 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.
Adjust the boot image to enlarge by selecting a value on it. 8. 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 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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... ports, eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience. Realtek HD Audio Manager Configuration options Control settings window Realtek HD Audio Manager Exit button Minimize button Information button ASUS P5KC 5-11 If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on your...
... ports, eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience. Realtek HD Audio Manager Configuration options Control settings window Realtek HD Audio Manager Exit button Minimize button Information button ASUS P5KC 5-11 If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on your...
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... the karaoke to your listening pleasure. From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Sound Effect tab. 2. Information Click the information button ( ) to minimize the window. Exit Click the exit button ( ) to effect the Sound Effect settings and exit. 5-12 Chapter 5: Software support Click the shortcut buttons or the drop-down...
... the karaoke to your listening pleasure. From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Sound Effect tab. 2. Information Click the information button ( ) to minimize the window. Exit Click the exit button ( ) to effect the Sound Effect settings and exit. 5-12 Chapter 5: Software support Click the shortcut buttons or the drop-down...
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Turn the volume buttons to effect the Audio I /O options: 1. The control settings window displays the status of connected devices. Make adjustments to set the Audio I /O settings and exit ASUS P5KC 5-13 Click to adjust the Playback and/or Record volume. Make sure to Wave, SW Synth, Front, Rear, Subwoofer, CD volume, Mic volume, Line...
Turn the volume buttons to effect the Audio I /O options: 1. The control settings window displays the status of connected devices. Make adjustments to set the Audio I /O settings and exit ASUS P5KC 5-13 Click to adjust the Playback and/or Record volume. Make sure to Wave, SW Synth, Front, Rear, Subwoofer, CD volume, Mic volume, Line...