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...(INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, 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. Products and corporate names ... warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; 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...
...(INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, 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. Products and corporate names ... warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; 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...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P5KPL/EPU specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P5KPL/EPU specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
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... 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 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window...
... 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 2-6 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window...
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Contents 2.4.4 Chipset 2-13 2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-13 2.4.6 PCI PnP 2-14 2.5 Power menu 2-15 2.5.1 Suspend Mode 2-15 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-15 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support 2-15 2.5.4 APM Configuration 2-15 2.5.5 Hardware Monitor 2-16 2.6 Boot menu 2-17 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-17 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-17 2.6.3 Security 2-18 2.7 Tools menu 2-20 2.7.1 AI NET 2 2-20 2.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-20 2.7.3 Express Gate 2-20 2.8 Exit menu 2-21
Contents 2.4.4 Chipset 2-13 2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-13 2.4.6 PCI PnP 2-14 2.5 Power menu 2-15 2.5.1 Suspend Mode 2-15 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-15 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support 2-15 2.5.4 APM Configuration 2-15 2.5.5 Hardware Monitor 2-16 2.6 Boot menu 2-17 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-17 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-17 2.6.3 Security 2-18 2.7 Tools menu 2-20 2.7.1 AI NET 2 2-20 2.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-20 2.7.3 Express Gate 2-20 2.8 Exit menu 2-21
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.... vi This class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES...
.... vi This class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES...
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Do not place the product in your retailer. How this guide This user guide contains the information you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Make sure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep ...
Do not place the product in your retailer. How this guide This user guide contains the information you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Make sure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep ...
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... you MUST follow to help you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Conventions used throughout this guide To make sure that may include optional documentation...added by your dealer. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you must press two or more information Refer to complete a task. Typography Bold text...
... you MUST follow to help you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Conventions used throughout this guide To make sure that may include optional documentation...added by your dealer. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you must press two or more information Refer to complete a task. Typography Bold text...
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...; 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) ix 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 ...Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ready Support Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) (Refer to www.asus.com for yellow DIMM slots) when overclocking DDR2 1066. ** When installing four DDR2 DIMM modules, install only single-sided memory modules....
...; 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) ix 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 ...Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ready Support Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) (Refer to www.asus.com for yellow DIMM slots) when overclocking DDR2 1066. ** When installing four DDR2 DIMM modules, install only single-sided memory modules....
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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 ... 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 BIOS, Special H/W write protection, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.5, ACPI v2 0a WOL by PME,WOR...
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 ... 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 BIOS, Special H/W write protection, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.5, ACPI v2 0a WOL by PME,WOR...
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... Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories 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 the above items is damaged or missing, contact ...® 45nm Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel 45nm CPU which are excellent for buying an ASUS® P5KPL/EPU motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the 45nm manufacturing...
... Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories 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 the above items is damaged or missing, contact ...® 45nm Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel 45nm CPU which are excellent for buying an ASUS® P5KPL/EPU motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the 45nm manufacturing...
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...-quality sound system on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for advanced operating systems. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the appropriate power usage in applications such as 3D gaming. It allows digital audio transfer and keeps...
...-quality sound system on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specifications, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for advanced operating systems. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the appropriate power usage in applications such as 3D gaming. It allows digital audio transfer and keeps...
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...drives and downloading to USB drives only. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS AI NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the environment. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-3 C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the ...CPU parameters to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. Express Gate Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that allows you to update...
...drives and downloading to USB drives only. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. ASUS AI NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the environment. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-3 C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the ...CPU parameters to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. Express Gate Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that allows you to update...
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Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction This is a reminder ...
Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction This is a reminder ...
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... installing the motherboard, ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-5 The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Ensure that you place it into...
... installing the motherboard, ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-5 The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Ensure that you place it into...
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1.5.3 Motherboard layout 20.8cm(8.2in) 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. DDR2 DIMM slots 6. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 1-26 15. Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2 USBPW1-4) 2. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 1-7 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-25 14. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW5-8) Page 1-20 1-27 1-25 1-28 1-29 1-29 1-30 1-21 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. LGA775 CPU socket 5. Onboard LED Page 1-21 9. 1-24 10. CPU, chassis, and power fan ...
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 20.8cm(8.2in) 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. DDR2 DIMM slots 6. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 1-26 15. Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2 USBPW1-4) 2. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 1-7 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-25 14. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW5-8) Page 1-20 1-27 1-25 1-28 1-29 1-29 1-30 1-21 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. LGA775 CPU socket 5. Onboard LED Page 1-21 9. 1-24 10. CPU, chassis, and power fan ...
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... and the load lever is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-7 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Contact your left. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on...
... and the load lever is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-7 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Contact your left. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on...
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To prevent damage to the left corner of the arrow to remove (4B). Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is released from the load plate window to a 135º angle. 4. CPU notch Gold triangle mark Alignment key 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it is on the bottom‑left (B) until it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Retention tab A B Load lever PnP cap Load plate 4B 4A 3 5. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100...
To prevent damage to the left corner of the arrow to remove (4B). Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is released from the load plate window to a 135º angle. 4. CPU notch Gold triangle mark Alignment key 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it is on the bottom‑left (B) until it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Retention tab A B Load lever PnP cap Load plate 4B 4A 3 5. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100...
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... it snaps into your eyes or touches your finger directly. 7. To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with pre-applied thermal paste. B ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-9 If it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. Some heatsinks come with your skin, ensure that it is spread in contact with, ensuring that...
... it snaps into your eyes or touches your finger directly. 7. To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with pre-applied thermal paste. B ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-9 If it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. Some heatsinks come with your skin, ensure that it is spread in contact with, ensuring that...
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1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in place. A B A B B A 1 1 B A The type of the installed CPU, ensuring that you have installed the motherboard to install. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that ...
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in place. A B A B B A 1 1 B A The type of the installed CPU, ensuring that you have installed the motherboard to install. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that ...