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... P5K/EPU specifications summary xi 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 AI Lifestyle unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking ... features.1-6 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 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-7 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and...
... P5K/EPU specifications summary xi 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 AI Lifestyle unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking ... features.1-6 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 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-7 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and...
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... disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, make sure all the manuals that...from the system, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, ...
... disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, make sure all the manuals that...from the system, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, ...
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...Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of...the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 6: ATI CrossFire™ support This chapter describes the ATI CrossFire™ feature and...
...Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of...the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 6: ATI CrossFire™ support This chapter describes the ATI CrossFire™ feature and...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
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...cable 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable ASUS Q-Shield (I/O Shield) 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the... above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5K/EPU motherboard! 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P5K/EPU 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below....
...cable 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable ASUS Q-Shield (I/O Shield) 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the... above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5K/EPU motherboard! 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P5K/EPU 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below....
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...and reduces the latency of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world. Super Memspeed Technology To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to page 2-13 for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction providing great performance for high-speed data retrieval and saves.... Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in LGA775 package. Native DDR2 1066 maximizes system performance by utilizing Super Memspeed Technology...
...and reduces the latency of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world. Super Memspeed Technology To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to page 2-13 for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction providing great performance for high-speed data retrieval and saves.... Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in LGA775 package. Native DDR2 1066 maximizes system performance by utilizing Super Memspeed Technology...
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...Gb LAN controller delivers transfer speeds up to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack.It allows .../1000 Ethernet connections. See pages 2-24 and 2-32 for details. Adjust your display configurations, experiment with your CrossFire system. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with a real-time 3D-rendered preview within ATI's Catalyst™ Control Center to rule your advanced 3D ...
...Gb LAN controller delivers transfer speeds up to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack.It allows .../1000 Ethernet connections. See pages 2-24 and 2-32 for details. Adjust your display configurations, experiment with your CrossFire system. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with a real-time 3D-rendered preview within ATI's Catalyst™ Control Center to rule your advanced 3D ...
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... provides conductivity to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to the motherboard. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to restore corrupted BIOS data...
... provides conductivity to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to the motherboard. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to restore corrupted BIOS data...
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...to adjust the NB Voltage, FSB termination Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage 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 overclock the CPU speed in 0.02v ... convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS MyLogo3™ This feature allows you to overclocking. See page 2-22 for details...
...to adjust the NB Voltage, FSB termination Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage 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 overclock the CPU speed in 0.02v ... convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS MyLogo3™ This feature allows you to overclocking. See page 2-22 for details...
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It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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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 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumper 2-22 2.7 Connectors 2-23 ASUS P5K/EPU
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumper 2-22 2.7 Connectors 2-23 ASUS P5K/EPU
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... to indicate that came with a standby power LED. This is a reminder that you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object... SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5K/EPU 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location...
... to indicate that came with a standby power LED. This is a reminder that you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object... SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5K/EPU 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location...
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... towards the rear of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part... correct orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis ® P5K/...
... towards the rear of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part... correct orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis ® P5K/...
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...) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) KBMS USB56 ATX12V SPDIF_O1 F_USB34 LGA775 EPU LAN1_USB12 PWR_FAN AUDIO CPU_FAN CD AAFP EATXPWR Intel® P35 88E8056 DET_X16_1 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX16_1... DET_PCI2 PCI2 FLOPPY IE1394_2 USB1112 USB910 SB_PWR USB78 PANEL VIA VT6308P PRI_IDE Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5K/EPU 2-
...) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) KBMS USB56 ATX12V SPDIF_O1 F_USB34 LGA775 EPU LAN1_USB12 PWR_FAN AUDIO CPU_FAN CD AAFP EATXPWR Intel® P35 88E8056 DET_X16_1 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX16_1... DET_PCI2 PCI2 FLOPPY IE1394_2 USB1112 USB910 SB_PWR USB78 PANEL VIA VT6308P PRI_IDE Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5K/EPU 2-
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ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad /Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium® ...repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your ...
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad /Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium® ...repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your ...
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... to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you . 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS P5K/EPU 2- Press the load lever with your left (B) until it is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it to a 135º angle. P5K/EPU ® P5K...
... to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you . 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS P5K/EPU 2- Press the load lever with your left (B) until it is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it to a 135º angle. P5K/EPU ® P5K...
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... to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the retention tab. 7. 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...
... to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the retention tab. 7. 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...
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...the installed CPU, making sure that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑...applied Thermal Interface Material to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5K/EPU 2- To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a...
...the installed CPU, making sure that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑...applied Thermal Interface Material to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5K/EPU 2- To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a...