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... Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5N64 WS Professional specifications xii 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 special features 1-5 1.3.3 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 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU...
... Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5N64 WS Professional specifications xii 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 special features 1-5 1.3.3 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 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU...
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... are unplugged before using an adpater or extension cord. ix If possible, disconnect all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are not damaged. If you are using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and...8226; Before using , contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your area. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that...
... are unplugged before using an adpater or extension cord. ix If possible, disconnect all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are not damaged. If you are using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and...8226; Before using , contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your area. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that...
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... • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Refer to perform when installing system components. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes...avail of the standard package. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up NVIDIA® SLI...
... • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Refer to perform when installing system components. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes...avail of the standard package. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up NVIDIA® SLI...
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Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
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... technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 1 x 2��-p�o��rt�U��S�B 1 p��o���r�t��I /O shield...
... technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 1 x 2��-p�o��rt�U��S�B 1 p��o���r�t��I /O shield...
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... definitely one of the most powerful CPUs in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to 8 USB 2.0 ports. Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™2 Duo Processor Support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core... allows three GPUs to efficiently work together to deliver earth-shattering, scalable performance. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the environment.
... definitely one of the most powerful CPUs in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to 8 USB 2.0 ports. Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™2 Duo Processor Support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core... allows three GPUs to efficiently work together to deliver earth-shattering, scalable performance. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the environment.
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...for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced...file downloads and sharing whenever and wherever you will not suffer from signal loss like before. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for details. You can also enjoy the choice to PCIe 1.0 devices. ...photos, videos and other entertainment contents to the bundled ASUS WiFi-AP @n manual for details. ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 1-3
...for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced...file downloads and sharing whenever and wherever you will not suffer from signal loss like before. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for details. You can also enjoy the choice to PCIe 1.0 devices. ...photos, videos and other entertainment contents to the bundled ASUS WiFi-AP @n manual for details. ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 1-3
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... for details IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to different destinations. High Definition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on the headphone while playing multi-channel network...and 5 functions, and the Marvell® 88SE6320 controller provides two internal SAS connectors for RAID 0 and 1 functions, making this motherboard an ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and data back up protection without the cost of data from WAN to LAN without ...
... for details IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to different destinations. High Definition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on the headphone while playing multi-channel network...and 5 functions, and the Marvell® 88SE6320 controller provides two internal SAS connectors for RAID 0 and 1 functions, making this motherboard an ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and data back up protection without the cost of data from WAN to LAN without ...
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...such as low RDS (on) MOSFETs for details. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to digitally monitor and tune the CPU power supply with AI Gear 3+, this motherboard is running at minimum power and noise when you attain.... 1.3.2 ASUS special features ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. HE 95, this can continue running low intensity applications. Working together with improved VR responses in full/heavy loading mode. ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 1-5
...such as low RDS (on) MOSFETs for details. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to digitally monitor and tune the CPU power supply with AI Gear 3+, this motherboard is running at minimum power and noise when you attain.... 1.3.2 ASUS special features ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. HE 95, this can continue running low intensity applications. Working together with improved VR responses in full/heavy loading mode. ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 1-5
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...PCB (printed circuit board) for details. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more flexibility for storage expansion and upgrade needs. ASUS Stack Cool 2 Stack Cool 2 is...ASUS SASsaby cards (optional). ASUS SASsaby cards support This motherboard is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution offered exclusively by effortlessly and quickly providing precise system checks right after they switch on their PCs. Onboard SAS interface P5N64 WS Professional provides users with two onboard SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) ports with P5N64 WS Professional motherboard...
...PCB (printed circuit board) for details. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more flexibility for storage expansion and upgrade needs. ASUS Stack Cool 2 Stack Cool 2 is...ASUS SASsaby cards (optional). ASUS SASsaby cards support This motherboard is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution offered exclusively by effortlessly and quickly providing precise system checks right after they switch on their PCs. Onboard SAS interface P5N64 WS Professional provides users with two onboard SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) ports with P5N64 WS Professional motherboard...
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... lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to 5-32 for details. Preserving the dialogue or solo performances with downmixing from CPU... install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. Furthermore, it in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 1-7 Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. The purpose of connecting the system panel cables one at...
... lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to 5-32 for details. Preserving the dialogue or solo performances with downmixing from CPU... install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. Furthermore, it in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 1-7 Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. The purpose of connecting the system panel cables one at...
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... for details. See page 4-19 to achieve the most precise setting for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to overclocking, C.P.R. function. ... 4-5 and 4-34 for each parameter. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to convert your BIOS easily without entering the OS. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently ...
... for details. See page 4-19 to achieve the most precise setting for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to overclocking, C.P.R. function. ... 4-5 and 4-34 for each parameter. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to convert your BIOS easily without entering the OS. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently ...
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It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information
It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information
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Diagnosis card installation 2-35 ASUS P5N64 WS Professional Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-16 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-21 2.8 G.P.
Diagnosis card installation 2-35 ASUS P5N64 WS Professional Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-16 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-21 2.8 G.P.
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... the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. P5N64 WS PRO SB_PWR ON OFF Standy Power Powered Off P5N64 WS Professional Onboard LED ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 2-1 This is a reminder that the ATX power supply... do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
... the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. P5N64 WS PRO SB_PWR ON OFF Standy Power Powered Off P5N64 WS Professional Onboard LED ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 2-1 This is a reminder that the ATX power supply... do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
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... edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P5N64 WS PRO 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it . Place this side towards the... Do not overtighten the screws! 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that 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 ...
... edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P5N64 WS PRO 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it . Place this side towards the... Do not overtighten the screws! 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that 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 ...
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ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 2-3 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) PRI_IDE FLOPPY 2.2.3 Motherboard layout KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 LAN2_USB34 F_ESATA12 LGA775 PWR_FAN EPU CPU_FAN Super I/O LAN1_USB12 AUDIO 88E1116 88E1116 CHA_FAN1 WFG NVIDIA® nForce® 790i(Ultra) SLI™...
ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 2-3 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) PRI_IDE FLOPPY 2.2.3 Motherboard layout KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 LAN2_USB34 F_ESATA12 LGA775 PWR_FAN EPU CPU_FAN Super I/O LAN1_USB12 AUDIO 88E1116 88E1116 CHA_FAN1 WFG NVIDIA® nForce® 790i(Ultra) SLI™...
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... only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo / Core™ 2 / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® processors. • Make sure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the... cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP ...
... only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo / Core™ 2 / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® processors. • Make sure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the... cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP ...
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... box should face you are installing a CPU. 3. ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 2-7 Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the arrow to the left (B) until it is on the motherboard. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you . P5N64 WS PRO P5N64 WS Professional CPU socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make...
... box should face you are installing a CPU. 3. ASUS P5N64 WS Professional 2-7 Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the arrow to the left (B) until it is on the motherboard. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you . P5N64 WS PRO P5N64 WS Professional CPU socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make...