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... 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 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time 2-7 2.3.2 System Date 2-7 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/SATA 1-4 2-7 2.3.4 IDE Configuration 2-8 2.3.5 System Information 2-9 2.4 Advanced menu 2-9 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-9 2.4.2 USB Configuration 2-11...
... 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 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time 2-7 2.3.2 System Date 2-7 2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/SATA 1-4 2-7 2.3.4 IDE Configuration 2-8 2.3.5 System Information 2-9 2.4 Advanced menu 2-9 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-9 2.4.2 USB Configuration 2-11...
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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™2 Duo / Celeron® E1000 and 400 Series processors .... ** When installing four DDR2 DIMM modules, install only single-sided memory modules. *** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows® 32-bit OS. 1 x PCIe x16 slot 3 x PCIe x1 slots 3 x PCI slots Southbridge Intel® ICH7 supports: 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s...
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™2 Duo / Celeron® E1000 and 400 Series processors .... ** When installing four DDR2 DIMM modules, install only single-sided memory modules. *** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows® 32-bit OS. 1 x PCIe x16 slot 3 x PCIe x1 slots 3 x PCI slots Southbridge Intel® ICH7 supports: 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s...
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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)...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 by PME, WOR by Ring 1 x UltraDMA 100/66 cable 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x I/O shield User Manual Windows® Vista/XP, LINUX: RedHat, SuSe, Fedora Drivers ASUS...
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)...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 by PME, WOR by Ring 1 x UltraDMA 100/66 cable 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x I/O shield User Manual Windows® Vista/XP, LINUX: RedHat, SuSe, Fedora Drivers ASUS...
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... downloading to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. Express Gate Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows® OS. • The actual boot time depends on the system, and ... only. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. 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 allows you to their default settings. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-3 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the ...
... downloading to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. Express Gate Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows® OS. • The actual boot time depends on the system, and ... only. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. 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 allows you to their default settings. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-3 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the ...
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... Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left (B) until it is released from the load plate window to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to remove...
... Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left (B) until it is released from the load plate window to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to remove...
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.... ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-13 If this happens, contact your memory vendor to check the ODT value. • Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-800 with the same CAS latency. or - To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Install a 64-bit Windows®...slots; 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, and 1GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • When using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - install one DDR2 DIMM, start installing it is the standard way of the following: - Use a maximum of 256 megabits (Mb)...
.... ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-13 If this happens, contact your memory vendor to check the ODT value. • Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-800 with the same CAS latency. or - To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Install a 64-bit Windows®...slots; 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, and 1GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • When using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - install one DDR2 DIMM, start installing it is the standard way of the following: - Use a maximum of 256 megabits (Mb)...
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... drivers for reference only. 1.11 Software support 1.11.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Use the setup procedures presented in your computer. Refer to avail all motherboard features. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-29 Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of...
... drivers for reference only. 1.11 Software support 1.11.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Use the setup procedures presented in your computer. Refer to avail all motherboard features. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 1-29 Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of...
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.... 2. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: ASUS P5KPL/EPU 2-1 From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUSUpdate to complete the installation. From the dropdown list, select any of the original motherboard BIOS ...file to a USB flash disk in case you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is ...
.... 2. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the updating process: ASUS P5KPL/EPU 2-1 From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUSUpdate to complete the installation. From the dropdown list, select any of the original motherboard BIOS ...file to a USB flash disk in case you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is ...
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...features. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Always update the utility to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P5KPL EPU VER: 0203 DATE: 12... the latest BIOS file from the Internet a. Updating from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. 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 download then click Next. Insert...
...features. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Always update the utility to display the following: ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P5KPL EPU VER: 0203 DATE: 12... the latest BIOS file from the Internet a. Updating from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. 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 download then click Next. Insert...
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..., selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items on the screen. Press the / arrow keys or / keys to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation ... 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are items that do not fit on the screen. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. 2.2.7 Pop-up window Scroll bar 2.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the field opposite the item. Select Screen Select Item +- Use [+] or [-] to select...
..., selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items on the screen. Press the / arrow keys or / keys to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation ... 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are items that do not fit on the screen. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. 2.2.7 Pop-up window Scroll bar 2.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the field opposite the item. Select Screen Select Item +- Use [+] or [-] to select...
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...first time wizard will be cleared the next time you to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. The ASUS Express Gate feature is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly.... This is a unique instant-on environment that the user data will run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Please see section 2.1.3 for user action. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown...
...first time wizard will be cleared the next time you to stay at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. The ASUS Express Gate feature is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly.... This is a unique instant-on environment that the user data will run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Please see section 2.1.3 for user action. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown...
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Select OK to the CMOS RAM. menu. If you made changes to fields other changes before exiting. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 2-21 SelectEonnteeorf F1 tSGheoeloetpcottioSnIustbfe-romsmcrteheisn General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Exit & Save Changes Once you finished making your changes...changes. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made to the Setup program. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your selections, ...
Select OK to the CMOS RAM. menu. If you made changes to fields other changes before exiting. ASUS P5KPL/EPU 2-21 SelectEonnteeorf F1 tSGheoeloetpcottioSnIustbfe-romsmcrteheisn General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Exit & Save Changes Once you finished making your changes...changes. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made to the Setup program. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your selections, ...