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Contents Notices...v Safety information vi About this guide vi P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 ...15 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-15 1.8.2 Support CD information 1-15 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.3 Main menu 2-4 2.3.1 System Time 2-4 2.3.2 System Date 2-4 2.3.3 Primary IDE ...
Contents Notices...v Safety information vi About this guide vi P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 ...15 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-15 1.8.2 Support CD information 1-15 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.3 Main menu 2-4 2.3.1 System Time 2-4 2.3.2 System Date 2-4 2.3.3 Primary IDE ...
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...- 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors Gb LAN VT1705 6-channel High Definition Audio CODEC 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI NET2 (continued on the next page) viii P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side ...Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core...
...- 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors Gb LAN VT1705 6-channel High Definition Audio CODEC 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI NET2 (continued on the next page) viii P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side ...Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Features LGA775 socket for Intel® Core...
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P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary Internal connectors Rear panel ports BIOS Manageability Support CD Accessories Form factor 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 1 x Speaker connector 2 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU ...) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 6-channel audio I/O ports 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL, PXE, RPL, WOR, PME Wake Up Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update 1 x SATA cable 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.0 in (24.4 cm x 17.8 cm) *Specifications are subject...
P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary Internal connectors Rear panel ports BIOS Manageability Support CD Accessories Form factor 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 1 x Speaker connector 2 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU ...) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 6-channel audio I/O ports 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL, PXE, RPL, WOR, PME Wake Up Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update 1 x SATA cable 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.0 in (24.4 cm x 17.8 cm) *Specifications are subject...
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... you for the list of accessories. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 1-1 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Failure to do so may cause severe damage to page ix for buying an ASUS® P5KPL-AM IN/GB motherboard! This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, place it , check the...
... you for the list of accessories. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 1-1 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Failure to do so may cause severe damage to page ix for buying an ASUS® P5KPL-AM IN/GB motherboard! This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, place it , check the...
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...1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are ...DIMM_B1 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. 1-3 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB The figure illustrates the location of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. This motherboard supports Intel® Hyper-...
...1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are ...DIMM_B1 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. 1-3 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB The figure illustrates the location of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. This motherboard supports Intel® Hyper-...
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... to wake up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in sleep mode. 1-7 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Failure to do so may need to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. The USBPW5-8 jumper is for the internal...
... to wake up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in sleep mode. 1-7 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Failure to do so may need to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. The USBPW5-8 jumper is for the internal...
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... Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 1-9 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB When you set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB), you to enable or disable the keyboard/mouse and USB port 1-4 wake-up the computer by...
... Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port 1-9 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB When you set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB), you to enable or disable the keyboard/mouse and USB port 1-4 wake-up the computer by...
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... Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray Pin 20 on the IDE connector is set to hear system beeps and warnings. 1-11 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB
... Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray Pin 20 on the IDE connector is set to hear system beeps and warnings. 1-11 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB
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... so will not boot. • We recommended that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that supports up if the power is purchased separately. 1-13 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you intend to...
... so will not boot. • We recommended that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that supports up if the power is purchased separately. 1-13 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you intend to...
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...the ASSETUP.EXE to maximize the features of your computer, browse the contents of the Support CD are subject to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.8.2 Support CD information The Support CD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers,...BIN folder. Click an icon to display Support CD/motherboard information Click an item to your computer. To run the CD. 1-15 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Refer to install If ...
...the ASSETUP.EXE to maximize the features of your computer, browse the contents of the Support CD are subject to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.8.2 Support CD information The Support CD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers,...BIN folder. Click an icon to display Support CD/motherboard information Click an item to your computer. To run the CD. 1-15 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Refer to install If ...
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...from a file, then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to prevent system boot failure. 2-2 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Press . Press to enable it. 2. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility....8226; Press + during POST to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P5KPL-AM IN/GB VER: 0303 (H:00 B:03) DATE: 02/09/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] ...
...from a file, then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to prevent system boot failure. 2-2 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Press . Press to enable it. 2. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility....8226; Press + during POST to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P5KPL-AM IN/GB VER: 0303 (H:00 B:03) DATE: 02/09/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] ...
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... force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this chapter are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for reference only. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [14:14:35... Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system date. 2-4 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB
... force reset from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this chapter are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for reference only. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [14:14:35... Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system date. 2-4 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB
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The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Take caution when changing the settings of the general system specifications. Allows you to [Manual]. 2-6 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Bios Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu...
The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Take caution when changing the settings of the general system specifications. Allows you to [Manual]. 2-6 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Bios Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4 Advanced menu...
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... disabled. Users need to reset the computer to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). If no USB device is enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-8 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB
... disabled. Users need to reset the computer to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). If no USB device is enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-8 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB
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...: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.6 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-10 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Plug and Play O/S [No] When this item is set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI devices that the latter can cause...
...: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.6 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-10 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Plug and Play O/S [No] When this item is set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI devices that the latter can cause...
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...] [Enabled] VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. 2-12 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power...
...] [Enabled] VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. 2-12 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power...
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... an item then press to the Setup utility. [View Only] - To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps in the Setup utility. 2-14 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB If you forget your password. After you to change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on how to erase the RTC RAM. prevents...
... an item then press to the Setup utility. [View Only] - To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps in the Setup utility. 2-14 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB If you forget your password. After you to change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on how to erase the RTC RAM. prevents...
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... Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit Exit & Save Changes ESC Exit Once you are saved to the non-volatile RAM. 2-16 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Select OK to save the changes that you to load the default values for a confirmation before saving the values to the CMOS RAM. Select...
... Sub-screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit Exit & Save Changes ESC Exit Once you are saved to the non-volatile RAM. 2-16 ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB Select OK to save the changes that you to load the default values for a confirmation before saving the values to the CMOS RAM. Select...