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...Safety information viii About this guide ix P5N32-SLI Premium specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Special features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2 2-3 2.2.4 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.5 Layout contents 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit...
...Safety information viii About this guide ix P5N32-SLI Premium specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Special features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2 2-3 2.2.4 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.5 Layout contents 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit...
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...If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage... yourself. Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are not damaged. viii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not sure about the voltage of electronic products. Do not place the...
...If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage... yourself. Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are not damaged. viii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not sure about the voltage of electronic products. Do not place the...
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... technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the jumpers and connectors on...
... technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the jumpers and connectors on...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
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... on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 1- Retail version only) 1 x ASUS SLI Bridge InterVideo® Media Launcher (OEM version) Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P��5�N�3�...
... on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 1- Retail version only) 1 x ASUS SLI Bridge InterVideo® Media Launcher (OEM version) Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P��5�N�3�...
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... details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction NVIDIA® Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) The NVIDIA® Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) technology allows two graphics processing units (GPUs) in a single system. See page 2‑15 for details. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with peak bandwidths of up to...
... details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction NVIDIA® Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) The NVIDIA® Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) technology allows two graphics processing units (GPUs) in a single system. See page 2‑15 for details. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with peak bandwidths of up to...
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...and 2-28 for details. Dual Gigabit LAN solution The motherboard comes with dual-RAID functionality that provide smart setup and hot-plug function. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 1- Serial ATA I/II technology and SATA-On-The-Go The motherboard fully supports the Serial ATA II 3.0 Gb/s technology...0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configurations through the Serial ATA interfaces and the NVIDIA® nForce® 590 SLI™ chipset. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY/PHILIPS Digital...
...and 2-28 for details. Dual Gigabit LAN solution The motherboard comes with dual-RAID functionality that provide smart setup and hot-plug function. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 1- Serial ATA I/II technology and SATA-On-The-Go The motherboard fully supports the Serial ATA II 3.0 Gb/s technology...0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configurations through the Serial ATA interfaces and the NVIDIA® nForce® 590 SLI™ chipset. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY/PHILIPS Digital...
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... away. You can choose the mode that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a ...ripple current and output ripple voltage, which keeps CPU and power module from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. The motherboard uses a special design on this motherboard is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to dissipate heat these critical components generate. Fanless Design - It has the ...
... away. You can choose the mode that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a ...ripple current and output ripple voltage, which keeps CPU and power module from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. The motherboard uses a special design on this motherboard is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to dissipate heat these critical components generate. Fanless Design - It has the ...
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... WMA, CD, and other background noises then eliminates it out from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air conditioners, and other sound... 4-5 and 4-45 for details. While DTS NEO:PC turns your BIOS easily without entering the OS. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to the motherboard. DTS® Connect This feature is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. See page 4-43 for details...
... WMA, CD, and other background noises then eliminates it out from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air conditioners, and other sound... 4-5 and 4-45 for details. While DTS NEO:PC turns your BIOS easily without entering the OS. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to the motherboard. DTS® Connect This feature is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. See page 4-43 for details...
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... Solo™ can use Skype™ from the available options. WiFiAP Solo™ is in the motherboard allows you a personal wake-up to enter the OS. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 1- The ASUS Music Alarm gives you to personalize and add style to your system with your favorite CD music without ... you to create a complete wireless home network in either AP or wireless client mode. ASUS WiFi-AP Solo™ ASUS WiFi-AP Solo™ allows a new level of an alarm clock. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your choice from anywhere within range...
... Solo™ can use Skype™ from the available options. WiFiAP Solo™ is in the motherboard allows you a personal wake-up to enter the OS. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 1- The ASUS Music Alarm gives you to personalize and add style to your system with your favorite CD music without ... you to create a complete wireless home network in either AP or wireless client mode. ASUS WiFi-AP Solo™ ASUS WiFi-AP Solo™ allows a new level of an alarm clock. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your choice from anywhere within range...
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... gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI Express frequency at 1MHz increment to overclocking. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to achieve maximum system performance. function.... 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) The patented ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (AI NOS™) technology auto‑detects the CPU loading...
... gradually increase the memory Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI Express frequency at 1MHz increment to overclocking. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to achieve maximum system performance. function.... 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System) The patented ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (AI NOS™) technology auto‑detects the CPU loading...
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It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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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 Connectors 2-22 ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium
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... edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard component. This is detached from the power supply. P5N32-SLI PREMIUM SB_PWR ® ON Standby Power P5N32-SLI PREMIUM Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 2- The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. The illustration below shows the location of the...
... edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard component. This is detached from the power supply. P5N32-SLI PREMIUM SB_PWR ® ON Standby Power P5N32-SLI PREMIUM Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 2- The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. The illustration below shows the location of the...
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...as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place ... installing or removing the motherboard. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis ® P5N32-SLI PREMIUM 2- Chapter 2: Hardware ...
...as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place ... installing or removing the motherboard. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis ® P5N32-SLI PREMIUM 2- Chapter 2: Hardware ...
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The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 2- 2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool 2 The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that critical components generate.
The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 2- 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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...8226; Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 2- ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)... requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 ...
...8226; Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 2- ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)... requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 ...
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.... 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you and the load lever is on the motherboard. P5N32-SLI PREMIUM ® P5N32-SLI PREMIUM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is released from the retention tab. Press the load lever with your...
.... 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you and the load lever is on the motherboard. P5N32-SLI PREMIUM ® P5N32-SLI PREMIUM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is released from the retention tab. Press the load lever with your...
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CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to ... of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the retention tab. 7. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to ensure system stability. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 2-
CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to ... of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the retention tab. 7. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to ensure system stability. ASUS P5N32-SLI Premium 2-
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... Fastener Make sure to the CPU fan connector. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. Narrow end of the installed CPU, making sure that the CPU fan cable is closest to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the ... or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
... Fastener Make sure to the CPU fan connector. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. Narrow end of the installed CPU, making sure that the CPU fan cable is closest to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the ... or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.