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...your retailer. Retail version only) 1 x ASUS SLI Bridge ASUS motherboard support CD/DVD User guide If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, IEEE 1394, system panel; ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, ...and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of...
...your retailer. Retail version only) 1 x ASUS SLI Bridge ASUS motherboard support CD/DVD User guide If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, IEEE 1394, system panel; ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, ...and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of...
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... with lower pin count and reduced voltage required. The NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID controller integrated in the NVIDIA® nForce® dual x16 SLI™ chipset allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configurations for details. Serial ATA I/II technology The motherboard fully supports the ..., storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for details. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to 12.8 GB/s.
... with lower pin count and reduced voltage required. The NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID controller integrated in the NVIDIA® nForce® dual x16 SLI™ chipset allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configurations for details. Serial ATA I/II technology The motherboard fully supports the ..., storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for details. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to 12.8 GB/s.
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... made to dissipate heat in the most notably the areas that reside the CPU, power, Northbridge and Southbridge. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features ASUS has devoted special efforts to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. Furthermore, It provides ...and power module away from suffering risk of high power stress, which makes CPU lifetime much longer and system more stable. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- ASUS Motherboard's fansless concept is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution offered exclusively by the critical components to generate less...
... made to dissipate heat in the most notably the areas that reside the CPU, power, Northbridge and Southbridge. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features ASUS has devoted special efforts to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. Furthermore, It provides ...and power module away from suffering risk of high power stress, which makes CPU lifetime much longer and system more stable. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- ASUS Motherboard's fansless concept is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution offered exclusively by the critical components to generate less...
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...style to your system with your choice from the available options. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you a personal wake-up to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the ...BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for the most demanding tasks. ASUS MyLogo3 This new feature present in the CMOS or a separate...
...style to your system with your choice from the available options. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you a personal wake-up to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 1- Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the ...BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for the most demanding tasks. ASUS MyLogo3 This new feature present in the CMOS or a separate...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumper 2-21 2.7 Audio card installation 2-22 2.8 Connectors 2-23 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumper 2-21 2.7 Audio card installation 2-22 2.8 Connectors 2-23 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus
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..., before removing or plugging in any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in soft‑off mode. SB_PWR ® P5N32-E SLI Plus ON Standby Power P5N32-E SLI Plus Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. •...
..., before removing or plugging in any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in soft‑off mode. SB_PWR ® P5N32-E SLI Plus ON Standby Power P5N32-E SLI Plus Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. •...
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ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2 The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that critical components generate.
ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2 The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that critical components generate.
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... the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage ... to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Quad-...
... the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage ... to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Quad-...
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... to remove (B). Lift the load plate with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. Close the load plate (A), then A push the...
... to remove (B). Lift the load plate with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2- DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. Close the load plate (A), then A push the...
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Connect the CPU fan cable to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. B A A A B B B A 3. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-11 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 2.
Connect the CPU fan cable to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. B A A A B B B A 3. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-11 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 2.
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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. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-13 The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for detailed information on CPU fan installation. 5.
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. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-13 The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for detailed information on CPU fan installation. 5.
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The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-15 A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on...
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-15 A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on...
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... a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-17 Align a DIMM on the socket. 1 3. Do not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM...
... a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-17 Align a DIMM on the socket. 1 3. Do not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM...
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... for this motherboard PCIEx16_1 PCIEx16_2 PCIEx16_3 PCIEx1_1 PCI Slot_1 PCI Slot_2 USB 1.1 USB 2.0 LAN_1 LAN_2 PATA SATA_1 SATA_2 SATA_3 SATA_RAID 1394 Audio A B C D E F G H - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-19
... for this motherboard PCIEx16_1 PCIEx16_2 PCIEx16_3 PCIEx1_1 PCI Slot_1 PCI Slot_2 USB 1.1 USB 2.0 LAN_1 LAN_2 PATA SATA_1 SATA_2 SATA_3 SATA_RAID 1394 Audio A B C D E F G H - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-19
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... computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. ® CLRTC_EN P5N32-E SLI Plus 12 23 Normal (Default) P5N32-E SLI Plus Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you clear the CMOS. ...system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-21 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 2.6 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) You can automatically reset parameter settings to default...
... computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. ® CLRTC_EN P5N32-E SLI Plus 12 23 Normal (Default) P5N32-E SLI Plus Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you clear the CMOS. ...system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-21 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 2.6 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) You can automatically reset parameter settings to default...
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... port LED indications Activity/Link OFF YELLOW* YELLOW* Speed LED OFF OFF ORANGE Description Soft-off Mode During Power ON/OFF 100 Mbps connection * Blinking ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-23 2.8 Connectors 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 5 6 7 8 3 4 9 10 14 13 12 11 1. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. Refer to the table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN 2 (RJ-45...
... port LED indications Activity/Link OFF YELLOW* YELLOW* Speed LED OFF OFF ORANGE Description Soft-off Mode During Power ON/OFF 100 Mbps connection * Blinking ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-23 2.8 Connectors 2.8.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 5 6 7 8 3 4 9 10 14 13 12 11 1. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. Refer to the table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN 2 (RJ-45...
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USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2, 3 and 4. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 13. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Optical S/PDIF Out port. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-25 PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 14. 11.
USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2, 3 and 4. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 13. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Optical S/PDIF Out port. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-25 PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 14. 11.
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...;n�b��o�a�r�d�N��V�I�D��IA�® MediaShield™ RAID controller. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-27 PRI_IDE NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to [Disabled] by default. ...RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND ® P5N32-E SLI Plus SATA1 SATA3 SATA5 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 ...
...;n�b��o�a�r�d�N��V�I�D��IA�® MediaShield™ RAID controller. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-27 PRI_IDE NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to [Disabled] by default. ...RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_TXN6 RSATA_TXP6 GND ® P5N32-E SLI Plus SATA1 SATA3 SATA5 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 ...
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You can connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the IEEE 1394a connector. GND +12V TPB2GND TPA2- 5. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ... port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ® P5N32-E SLI Plus IE1394_2 PIN1 P5N32-E SLI Plus IEEE 1394 connector Never connect a USB cable to the 1394 connector onboard. +12V TPB2+ GND TPA2+ ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-29
You can connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the IEEE 1394a connector. GND +12V TPB2GND TPA2- 5. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ... port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ® P5N32-E SLI Plus IE1394_2 PIN1 P5N32-E SLI Plus IEEE 1394 connector Never connect a USB cable to the 1394 connector onboard. +12V TPB2+ GND TPA2+ ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-29
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... intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. ATX12V ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus ATX power connectors GND GND GND GND +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC EATXPWR +3 Volts +12 Volts +12...Volts +3 Volts • Make sure to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND ® P5N32-E SLI Plus CHASSIS (Default) P5N32-E SLI Plus Chassis intrusion connector 8. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-31
... intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. ATX12V ® P5N32-E SLI Plus P5N32-E SLI Plus ATX power connectors GND GND GND GND +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC EATXPWR +3 Volts +12 Volts +12...Volts +3 Volts • Make sure to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND ® P5N32-E SLI Plus CHASSIS (Default) P5N32-E SLI Plus Chassis intrusion connector 8. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS P5N32-E SLI Plus 2-31