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... Connectors 1-20 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-20 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-21 1.11 Software support 1-29 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-29 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 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys...
... Connectors 1-20 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-20 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-21 1.11 Software support 1-29 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-29 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 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys...
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...® ICH7 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066/800MHz Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 1066 (O.C.)*/800/667MHz memory modules - P5KPL/EPU specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features LGA775 Socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core...
...® ICH7 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066/800MHz Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 1066 (O.C.)*/800/667MHz memory modules - P5KPL/EPU specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS exclusive overclocking features LGA775 Socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core...
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P5KPL/EPU specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors ASUS Special features BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support OS Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port...panel connector 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU / 1 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x CD audio-in connector 1 x IDE connector 1 x 24-pin EPS Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU ASUS Q-Fan ASUS MyLogo 2 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI...
P5KPL/EPU specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors ASUS Special features BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support OS Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port...panel connector 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU / 1 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x CD audio-in connector 1 x IDE connector 1 x 24-pin EPS Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU ASUS Q-Fan ASUS MyLogo 2 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI...
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... Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5KPL/EPU motherboard 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for buying an ASUS® P5KPL/EPU motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of energy efficiency. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-1 Intel® 45nm Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel 45nm CPU which are excellent...
... Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5KPL/EPU motherboard 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for buying an ASUS® P5KPL/EPU motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of energy efficiency. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-1 Intel® 45nm Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel 45nm CPU which are excellent...
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.... Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS...drives and downloading to USB drives only. Express Gate Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB disk that allows you with quick access to the Internet and...
.... Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking failure. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS...drives and downloading to USB drives only. Express Gate Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB disk that allows you with quick access to the Internet and...
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... Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-7 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel®...
... Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-7 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel®...
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COM port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 14. CPU, Chassis, and PowerFan connectors (4 pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, and 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of the connector. USB 2.0 ports 3... Mic In - - - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-21 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Optical S/PDIF Out port. USB 2.0 ports ...
COM port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 14. CPU, Chassis, and PowerFan connectors (4 pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, and 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of the connector. USB 2.0 ports 3... Mic In - - - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-21 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Optical S/PDIF Out port. USB 2.0 ports ...
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...[HiSpeed] Allows you to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] ASUS P5KPL/EPU 2-11 SB Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Memory Over Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] ...USB device is disabled. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.30V] [1.35V] [1.40] [1.45] CPU Vcore Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you to manually set MCH chipset voltage or Auto for safe ...show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is detected, the item shows None. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.5V] [1.6V]...
...[HiSpeed] Allows you to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] ASUS P5KPL/EPU 2-11 SB Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Memory Over Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] ...USB device is disabled. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.30V] [1.35V] [1.40] [1.45] CPU Vcore Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you to manually set MCH chipset voltage or Auto for safe ...show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is detected, the item shows None. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.5V] [1.6V]...
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...feature flag to always return to zero (0). When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage are reduced when the CPU overheats. Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. If an invalid ratio is... enhanced by Intel® Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in this menu show the CPU-related information that supports the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information The following item appears only when ...
...feature flag to always return to zero (0). When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage are reduced when the CPU overheats. Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. If an invalid ratio is... enhanced by Intel® Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in this menu show the CPU-related information that supports the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information The following item appears only when ...