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... LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN ... for identification or explanation and to infringe. All Rights Reserved. or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE ...
... LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN ... for identification or explanation and to infringe. All Rights Reserved. or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE ...
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...voltage in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. How this guide This user guide contains the information ... and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you detect any area where it , carefully read all the manuals that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not damaged.
...voltage in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. How this guide This user guide contains the information ... and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you detect any area where it , carefully read all the manuals that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are also provided. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not damaged.
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...viii IMPORTANT: Instructions that may include optional documentation, such as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in this manual. If you must press two or more information Refer to the following symbols used in brackets. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent ...added by your dealer. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Command Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to select. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Keys ...
...viii IMPORTANT: Instructions that may include optional documentation, such as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in this manual. If you must press two or more information Refer to the following symbols used in brackets. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent ...added by your dealer. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Command Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to select. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Keys ...
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P5KPL-AM specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x ... 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI V2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WO_USB, WO_KB/MS, WOR by Ring, PME Wake Up, WOL Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM) 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield...
P5KPL-AM specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x ... 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI V2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WO_USB, WO_KB/MS, WOR by Ring, PME Wake Up, WOL Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM) 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield...
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...' health while minimizing the impact on the use of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5KPL-AM motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x SATA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is in the...
...' health while minimizing the impact on the use of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5KPL-AM motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x SATA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is in the...
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...options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Ai Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual - Select either one of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. allows you to adjust the .... Auto - loads overclock (overclocking 5%) with optimal parameters for the system. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to [Manual]. Overclock Profile - loads overclocking profiles with spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] ...
...options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Ai Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual - Select either one of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. allows you to adjust the .... Auto - loads overclock (overclocking 5%) with optimal parameters for the system. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to [Manual]. Overclock Profile - loads overclocking profiles with spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] ...
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If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. 2-12 ASUS P5KPL-AM Configuration options: [Auto] [1.80V] [1.82V] [1.84V] [1.86V]... [2.08V] VTT_CPU Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set FSB Termination Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode. If this menu allows you to Auto ...for safe mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.85000] [1.85625] [1.86250] ...[2.24375] 1.25V Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set MCH Chipset Voltage or set the DDR2 operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [+50mv] [+100mv] [+150mv] 2.4.2 USB Configuration The items in...
If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. 2-12 ASUS P5KPL-AM Configuration options: [Auto] [1.80V] [1.82V] [1.84V] [1.86V]... [2.08V] VTT_CPU Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set FSB Termination Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode. If this menu allows you to Auto ...for safe mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.85000] [1.85625] [1.86250] ...[2.24375] 1.25V Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set MCH Chipset Voltage or set the DDR2 operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [+50mv] [+100mv] [+150mv] 2.4.2 USB Configuration The items in...
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... supports Vanderpool technology. keys to set Ratio CMOS Setting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU TM function [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM2) function, a CPU overheating protection function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2-...Configuration The items in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Ratio CMOS Setting [14] Sets the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the Front Side Bus frequency. C1É Support [Enabled] Enable this item. Configuration options...
... supports Vanderpool technology. keys to set Ratio CMOS Setting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU TM function [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM2) function, a CPU overheating protection function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2-...Configuration The items in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Ratio CMOS Setting [14] Sets the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the Front Side Bus frequency. C1É Support [Enabled] Enable this item. Configuration options...
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or (2) the serial number of their respective companies, and are used only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ...USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of the product is authorized in...
or (2) the serial number of their respective companies, and are used only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ...USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of the product is authorized in...
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... 2 2-33 2.7.2 AI NET2 2-33 2.8 Exit menu 2-34 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support DVD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support DVD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Manual menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-6 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST A-2 A.1.1 System requirements A-2 A.1.2 Using the EIST A-2 A.2 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-4 Using the Hyper-Threading Technology A-4
... 2 2-33 2.7.2 AI NET2 2-33 2.8 Exit menu 2-34 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support DVD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support DVD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Manual menu 3-5 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-6 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST A-2 A.1.1 System requirements A-2 A.1.2 Using the EIST A-2 A.2 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-4 Using the Hyper-Threading Technology A-4
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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 using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct...outlet you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adpater or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, make sure all...
..., 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 using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct...outlet you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adpater or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using the product, make sure all...
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... technology it supports. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1:...the CPU features that the motherboard supports. About this guide is organized This manual contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. It also lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed ...
... technology it supports. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1:...the CPU features that the motherboard supports. About this guide is organized This manual contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. It also lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed ...
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... enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to help you must press the Enter or Return key. ++ If you complete a task. Example: means that you must...
... enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to help you must press the Enter or Return key. ++ If you complete a task. Example: means that you must...
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xi P5KPL-AM specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 2 x USB 2.0 connectors supports additional 4 USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE ... 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI V2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WO_USB, WO_KB/MS, WOR by Ring, PME Wake Up, WOL Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM) 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield...
xi P5KPL-AM specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Accessories Form factor 2 x USB 2.0 connectors supports additional 4 USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE ... 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI V2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WO_USB, WO_KB/MS, WOR by Ring, PME Wake Up, WOL Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM) 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield...
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... CPU frequency, and the relevant parameters will be stable. Select either one of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to [Manual]. 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup Overclock Profile - JumperFree Configuration USB Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration Adjust system frequency/voltage Select Screen... menu The Advanced menu items allow you to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Take caution when changing the settings of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual -
... CPU frequency, and the relevant parameters will be stable. Select either one of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to [Manual]. 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup Overclock Profile - JumperFree Configuration USB Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration Adjust system frequency/voltage Select Screen... menu The Advanced menu items allow you to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Take caution when changing the settings of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual -
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...you to set to Auto for safe mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.85000] [1.85625] [1.86250] ...[2.24375] 1.25V Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set MCH Chipset Voltage or set the DDR2 operating frequency. Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to Auto for safe mode.... or set to Auto for safe mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [+50mv] [+100mv] [+150mv] ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [1.5V] [1.6V] Vcore Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set Vcore Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode. If this happens, revert to the default ...
...you to set to Auto for safe mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.85000] [1.85625] [1.86250] ...[2.24375] 1.25V Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set MCH Chipset Voltage or set the DDR2 operating frequency. Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to Auto for safe mode.... or set to Auto for safe mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [+50mv] [+100mv] [+150mv] ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [1.5V] [1.6V] Vcore Over Voltage [Auto] Manually set Vcore Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode. If this happens, revert to the default ...
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... keys to select the CPU ratio adjustment mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-21 C1É Support [Enabled] Enable this menu show the CPU-related ...Technology CPU TM function: Execute Disable Bit Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] OOppttiioonnss Auto MANUAL CPU ratio adjustment [Auto] Allows you to... is auto-detected by BIOS. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Ratio CMOS Setting [14] Sets the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the Front Side Bus frequency. Use the - ...
... keys to select the CPU ratio adjustment mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5KPL-AM 2-21 C1É Support [Enabled] Enable this menu show the CPU-related ...Technology CPU TM function: Execute Disable Bit Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] OOppttiioonnss Auto MANUAL CPU ratio adjustment [Auto] Allows you to... is auto-detected by BIOS. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Ratio CMOS Setting [14] Sets the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the Front Side Bus frequency. Use the - ...
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ASUS P5KPL-AM 3- Most user manual files are in your computer. Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. DVD...the multimedia features of you computer so you to open the ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide. Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the corel snapfire plus SE. Click an item to open the folder of supplementary user manuals. ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide Allows you can enjoy watching TV and movies, ...
ASUS P5KPL-AM 3- Most user manual files are in your computer. Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. DVD...the multimedia features of you computer so you to open the ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide. Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the corel snapfire plus SE. Click an item to open the folder of supplementary user manuals. ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide Allows you can enjoy watching TV and movies, ...
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... LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ... ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in writing by the purchaser for identification or explanation and to infringe. No part...
... LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ... ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in writing by the purchaser for identification or explanation and to infringe. No part...
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... try to fix it , carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using the product, make sure all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips,...signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are connected. vii If you are not sure about the voltage of electronic products. Contact a qualified service ...
... try to fix it , carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using the product, make sure all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips,...signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are connected. vii If you are not sure about the voltage of electronic products. Contact a qualified service ...