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Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5Q Deluxe specifications summary 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 unique features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw holes 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.3.1 ...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5Q Deluxe specifications summary 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 unique features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw holes 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.3.1 ...
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...your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Do not place the...
...your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Do not place the...
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...been added by your dealer. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that the motherboard supports. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates...; Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
...been added by your dealer. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that the motherboard supports. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates...; Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
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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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... hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. Retail version only) 1 x ASUS Optional Fan for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5Q Deluxe I/O modules 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port 1394 (4-pin) module Cables 2 x 2-port Serial ATA power cables 8 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66...
... hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. Retail version only) 1 x ASUS Optional Fan for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5Q Deluxe I/O modules 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port 1394 (4-pin) module Cables 2 x 2-port Serial ATA power cables 8 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66...
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...Core™ 2 Duo processors in the world. See page 2-5 for details. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packagings to support dualchannel DDR2 800 / 667 architecture, 1333 / 1066...PCIe 2.0, and multi-core CPUs. See page 2-26 and 2-29 for details. 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 use of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the...
...Core™ 2 Duo processors in the world. See page 2-5 for details. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packagings to support dualchannel DDR2 800 / 667 architecture, 1333 / 1066...PCIe 2.0, and multi-core CPUs. See page 2-26 and 2-29 for details. 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 use of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the...
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... from bootup, Express Gate is bringing to 96%+, and dispel heat generated by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in OS. ASUS P5Q Deluxe 1-3 It's a unique motherboard built-in real-time. See page 3-40 and 4-50 for components (which provides total system power savings by VRM module effectively, and ... of 16-phase VRM design is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! You can reach the power efficiency up to the ASUS motherboards. 16-phase power design can utilize the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking -
... from bootup, Express Gate is bringing to 96%+, and dispel heat generated by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in OS. ASUS P5Q Deluxe 1-3 It's a unique motherboard built-in real-time. See page 3-40 and 4-50 for components (which provides total system power savings by VRM module effectively, and ... of 16-phase VRM design is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! You can reach the power efficiency up to the ASUS motherboards. 16-phase power design can utilize the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking -
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...stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fanless Design-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 chipset fan does. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB)... and return to install side-flow fan or passive cooler. For optimal cooling performance, remove the protect film attached on this motherboard is that lowers the temperature of fan speed to different ambient temperature, which is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to dissipate...
...stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fanless Design-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 chipset fan does. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB)... and return to install side-flow fan or passive cooler. For optimal cooling performance, remove the protect film attached on this motherboard is that lowers the temperature of fan speed to different ambient temperature, which is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to dissipate...
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... a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. With AI Direct Link, it becomes easy to the motherboard. See page 4-28 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to 70% of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections...
... a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. With AI Direct Link, it becomes easy to the motherboard. See page 4-28 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to 70% of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections...
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... automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. See page 3-20-3-21 for each parameter. ASUS P5Q Deluxe 1-7 ASUS MyLogo3™ This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages...
... automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. See page 3-20-3-21 for each parameter. ASUS P5Q Deluxe 1-7 ASUS MyLogo3™ This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages...
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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 2-5 2.4 System memory 2-11 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumper 2-22 2.7 Onboard switches 2-24 2.8 Connectors 2-25 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-41 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-42 ASUS P5Q Deluxe
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.4 System memory 2-11 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumper 2-22 2.7 Onboard switches 2-24 2.8 Connectors 2-25 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-41 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-42 ASUS P5Q Deluxe
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ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching ... components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs ... Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching ... components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs ... Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information DO NOT overtighten the screws!
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information DO NOT overtighten the screws!
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... 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. ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-5 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU...
... 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. ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-5 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU...
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...º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is on the motherboard. Press the load lever with your thumb and forefinger to the left . 2. To prevent damage to a 135º angle. 4. Lift the load lever in the...
...º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is on the motherboard. Press the load lever with your thumb and forefinger to the left . 2. To prevent damage to a 135º angle. 4. Lift the load lever in the...
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Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. 7.
Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. 7.