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... in this guide x Typography x P5N-E SLI specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-8 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-13 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-15 1.7 System...
... in this guide x Typography x P5N-E SLI specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-8 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-13 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-15 1.7 System...
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...CPU Configuration 2-26 2.4.4 Chipset 2-27 2.4.5 PCIPnP 2-31 2.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-31 2.4.7 USB Configuration 2-35 2.5 Power menu 2-36 2.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type 2-36 2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support Enabled 2-36 2.5.3 APM Configuration 2-37 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor 2-39 2.6 Boot menu 2-40 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-40 2.6.2 Removable Drives 2-41 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-41 2.6.4 Security 2-43 2.7 Tools menu 2-44 2.7.1 ASUS... O.C. Profile 2-45 2.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-47 2.8 Exit menu 2-48 Chpater 3:...
...CPU Configuration 2-26 2.4.4 Chipset 2-27 2.4.5 PCIPnP 2-31 2.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-31 2.4.7 USB Configuration 2-35 2.5 Power menu 2-36 2.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type 2-36 2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support Enabled 2-36 2.5.3 APM Configuration 2-37 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor 2-39 2.6 Boot menu 2-40 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-40 2.6.2 Removable Drives 2-41 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-41 2.6.4 Security 2-43 2.7 Tools menu 2-44 2.7.1 ASUS... O.C. Profile 2-45 2.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-47 2.8 Exit menu 2-48 Chpater 3:...
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... Technology NVIDIA nForce® 430i supports: - 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 - 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s devices - P5N-E SLI specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Audio Storage Gigabit LAN LGA775 socket for Intel® Quad-Core/ Core™ Extreme/ Pentium D/... Pentium® 4/ Celeron® CPU processors Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors Supports Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep®...
... Technology NVIDIA nForce® 430i supports: - 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 - 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s devices - P5N-E SLI specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Audio Storage Gigabit LAN LGA775 socket for Intel® Quad-Core/ Core™ Extreme/ Pentium D/... Pentium® 4/ Celeron® CPU processors Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors Supports Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep®...
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...P5N-E SLI specifications summary USB Overclocking features Special features BIOS features Power Requirement Rear panel Supports up to 750 MHz at 1MHz increment; - AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU Frequency Tuner) ASUS CPU Lock Free Precision Tweaker supports: - Profile ASUS PC Probe2 ASUS...green) 6-channel audio I/O ports (continued on the next page) xii ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Fanless Design ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS O.C. vCore voltage: Adjustable CPU voltage at 6.25mv - vChip voltage: 4-step Chip voltage control Stepless ...
...P5N-E SLI specifications summary USB Overclocking features Special features BIOS features Power Requirement Rear panel Supports up to 750 MHz at 1MHz increment; - AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU Frequency Tuner) ASUS CPU Lock Free Precision Tweaker supports: - Profile ASUS PC Probe2 ASUS...green) 6-channel audio I/O ports (continued on the next page) xii ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Fan2 ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Fanless Design ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS O.C. vCore voltage: Adjustable CPU voltage at 6.25mv - vChip voltage: 4-step Chip voltage control Stepless ...
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P5N-E SLI specifications summary Internal connectors Manageability Support CD contents Form Factor 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x 1394a connector 1 x CD audio in connector 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 2 x USB connectors for additional four USB 2.0 ports 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x COM Port connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x Front panel connector (AAFP) 1 x CPU Fan...
P5N-E SLI specifications summary Internal connectors Manageability Support CD contents Form Factor 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x 1394a connector 1 x CD audio in connector 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 2 x USB connectors for additional four USB 2.0 ports 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x COM Port connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x Front panel connector (AAFP) 1 x CPU Fan...
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... The motherboard supports dual-core processors containing two physical CPU cores with dedicated L2 caches to new levels of front side bus (FSB), this motherboard guarantees enhanced user experience in a single system. ASUS P5N-E SLI 1- NVIDIA nForce® 650i SLI™ The NVIDIA® nForce® 650i SLI™ chipset supports the NVIDIA® Scalable Link...
... The motherboard supports dual-core processors containing two physical CPU cores with dedicated L2 caches to new levels of front side bus (FSB), this motherboard guarantees enhanced user experience in a single system. ASUS P5N-E SLI 1- NVIDIA nForce® 650i SLI™ The NVIDIA® nForce® 650i SLI™ chipset supports the NVIDIA® Scalable Link...
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...a replacement ROM chip. ASUS P5N-E SLI 1- When the system hangs due to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to share and distribute their favorite settings. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R....restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be stored in case the system hangs due to the motherboard. CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature...
...a replacement ROM chip. ASUS P5N-E SLI 1- When the system hangs due to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to share and distribute their favorite settings. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R....restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be stored in case the system hangs due to the motherboard. CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature...
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... up to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. ASUS Motherboard's fansless concept is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that reside the CPU, power, VGA, Northbridge and Southbridge. With this utility, you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI...
... up to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. ASUS Motherboard's fansless concept is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that reside the CPU, power, VGA, Northbridge and Southbridge. With this utility, you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI...
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Contact your left. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5N-E SLI R P5N-E SLI CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you see any damage to ensure system stability. Locate the CPU socket on your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is...or misplacement/ loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with at least ...
Contact your left. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5N-E SLI R P5N-E SLI CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you see any damage to ensure system stability. Locate the CPU socket on your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is...or misplacement/ loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with at least ...
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Gold triangle mark ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-11 Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the socket. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to the left corner of the socket box should fit into the CPU notch. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is released... with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. B A Load plate Alignment key 5. The socket alignment CPU notch key should face you are installing a CPU. 3. To prevent damage to remove (B). 2.
Gold triangle mark ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-11 Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the socket. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to the left corner of the socket box should fit into the CPU notch. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is released... with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. B A Load plate Alignment key 5. The socket alignment CPU notch key should face you are installing a CPU. 3. To prevent damage to remove (B). 2.
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B The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab.
B The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab.
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...of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-13 Make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑... processor heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Narrow...
...of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-13 Make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑... processor heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Narrow...
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2. CPU_FAN R P5N-E SLI CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5N-E SLI CPU Fan Connector • Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. A A A B B B A 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Before purchasing a separate CPU heatsink and fan, make sure that it ...and fan B assembly in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. • The retention module of some third-party CPU heatsink and fan can interfere with the chipset components. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Push down two fasteners at the bottom of...
2. CPU_FAN R P5N-E SLI CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5N-E SLI CPU Fan Connector • Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. A A A B B B A 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Before purchasing a separate CPU heatsink and fan, make sure that it ...and fan B assembly in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. • The retention module of some third-party CPU heatsink and fan can interfere with the chipset components. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Push down two fasteners at the bottom of...
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1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A A B A B B A 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-15 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan B assembly from the motherboard.
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A A B A B B A 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-15 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan B assembly from the motherboard.
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5. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for detailed information on CPU fan installation. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Rotate each fastener clockwise to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove Refer to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling.
5. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for detailed information on CPU fan installation. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Rotate each fastener clockwise to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove Refer to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling.
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...system setup information such as system •words. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5N-E SLI R P5N-E SLI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after ...Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! 1.9 Jumpers 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on ...
...system setup information such as system •words. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5N-E SLI R P5N-E SLI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after ...Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! 1.9 Jumpers 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on ...
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KBPWR 3 2 2 1 P5N-E SLI +5V (Default) +5VSB R P5N-E SLI Keyboard Power Setting ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-27 2. otherwise, the system would not power up. • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal... default is the Space Bar). USB device wake-up feature. USBPW1-4 P5N-E SLI 12 23 R P5N-E SLI USB Device Wake Up +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW5-8 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. 3. This feature ...
KBPWR 3 2 2 1 P5N-E SLI +5V (Default) +5VSB R P5N-E SLI Keyboard Power Setting ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-27 2. otherwise, the system would not power up. • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal... default is the Space Bar). USB device wake-up feature. USBPW1-4 P5N-E SLI 12 23 R P5N-E SLI USB Device Wake Up +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW5-8 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. 3. This feature ...
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...Line out_L PORT1L PORT1R PORT2R SEBSE_SEND PORT2L P5N-E SLI Front Panel Audio Connector 8. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5N-E SLI Rotation +12V GND Rotation +12V GND ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-33 Do not forget to connect ...the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 R CHA_FAN1 P5N-E SLI Fan Connectors Only the...
...Line out_L PORT1L PORT1R PORT2R SEBSE_SEND PORT2L P5N-E SLI Front Panel Audio Connector 8. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5N-E SLI Rotation +12V GND Rotation +12V GND ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-33 Do not forget to connect ...the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 R CHA_FAN1 P5N-E SLI Fan Connectors Only the...
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... the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-35 Power supply requirements Components/Peripherals Heavy Intel® LGA775 CPU type Intel Pentium EE PCIe™ x16 graphics cards 6800 Ultra x2 DDR DIMMs 4 HDD 4 Optical drive (DVD/CD-RW...
... the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; ASUS P5N-E SLI 1-35 Power supply requirements Components/Peripherals Heavy Intel® LGA775 CPU type Intel Pentium EE PCIe™ x16 graphics cards 6800 Ultra x2 DDR DIMMs 4 HDD 4 Optical drive (DVD/CD-RW...
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...FSB & Memory Config [Auto] Disabled Select Menu Item Specific Help AI Tuning [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to individually set overclocking parameters. ASUS P5N-E SLI 2-21 Selct either one of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to ...overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for the system. 2.4 Advanced 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 Auto Standard AI Overclock ...
...FSB & Memory Config [Auto] Disabled Select Menu Item Specific Help AI Tuning [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to individually set overclocking parameters. ASUS P5N-E SLI 2-21 Selct either one of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to ...overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for the system. 2.4 Advanced 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 Auto Standard AI Overclock ...