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... the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions... of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,...
... the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions... of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,...
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P5Q-E Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Wireless LAN (WiFi-AP Edition only) xii LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium®...® Processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Intel® 45nm Multi-Core CPU support * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P45 / ICH10R with 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b - Intel® Matrix Storage supporting SATA RAID 0,1, 5, and 10 Marvell 88SE6121 controller: - 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for ...
P5Q-E Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Wireless LAN (WiFi-AP Edition only) xii LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium®...® Processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Intel® 45nm Multi-Core CPU support * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P45 / ICH10R with 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b - Intel® Matrix Storage supporting SATA RAID 0,1, 5, and 10 Marvell 88SE6121 controller: - 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for ...
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P5Q-E Series specifications summary IEEE 1394 Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS stylish features ASUS exclusive overclocking features LSI® L-FW3227 controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at back panel. Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF out ports at midboard; ASUS AI Audio 2 - ASUS Fanless Design: Stack Cool 2 - Profile - Supports... Definition Audio CODEC - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - ASUS 8-Phase Power Design - ASUS DieHard BIOS - ASUS O.C. ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS Drive Xpert - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment ...
P5Q-E Series specifications summary IEEE 1394 Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS stylish features ASUS exclusive overclocking features LSI® L-FW3227 controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at back panel. Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF out ports at midboard; ASUS AI Audio 2 - ASUS Fanless Design: Stack Cool 2 - Profile - Supports... Definition Audio CODEC - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - ASUS 8-Phase Power Design - ASUS DieHard BIOS - ASUS O.C. ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS Drive Xpert - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment ...
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... 6 USB ports (2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports for WiFi-AP Edition only) 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x COM connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors (Red) 1 x CPU Fan connector 3 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis..., DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE, Chassis Intrusion Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Image-Editing Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm)...
... 6 USB ports (2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports for WiFi-AP Edition only) 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x COM connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors (Red) 1 x CPU Fan connector 3 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis..., DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, PXE, Chassis Intrusion Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Image-Editing Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm)...
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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. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...fan connectors on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU-FAN and CHA-FAN 1-3 connectors support the ASUS Q-Fan feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. These are not jumpers! 8. CPU, chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin ...CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ ...
...fan connectors on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU-FAN and CHA-FAN 1-3 connectors support the ASUS Q-Fan feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. These are not jumpers! 8. CPU, chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin ...CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ ...
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... voltage. The minimum value of the CPU Voltage item is supported only if the OV_CPU jumper is enabled; 3.4.12 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU PLL voltage. Different ratio might enhance CPU overclocking ability. 3.4.14 CPU GTL Voltage Reference(1/3) [Auto] Allows you to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. The values range...
... voltage. The minimum value of the CPU Voltage item is supported only if the OV_CPU jumper is enabled; 3.4.12 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU PLL voltage. Different ratio might enhance CPU overclocking ability. 3.4.14 CPU GTL Voltage Reference(1/3) [Auto] Allows you to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. The values range...
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...enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for details. • The system may damage the chipset, memory module and CPU permanently. Different ratio might enhance CPU overclocking ability. The values range from 1.10V to work stably under high voltage settings. Proceed with a 0.10V interval... is [1.9V]. otherwise, the maximum voltage supported is enabled; The values range from 1.50V to 1.80V with a 0.005x interval. 3.4.20 SB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the PCI Express SATA voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS P5Q-E Series 3-21 • The value [2....
...enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for details. • The system may damage the chipset, memory module and CPU permanently. Different ratio might enhance CPU overclocking ability. The values range from 1.10V to work stably under high voltage settings. Proceed with a 0.10V interval... is [1.9V]. otherwise, the maximum voltage supported is enabled; The values range from 1.50V to 1.80V with a 0.005x interval. 3.4.20 SB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the PCI Express SATA voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS P5Q-E Series 3-21 • The value [2....
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...SETUP UTILITY Advanced TPM Configuration TCG/TPM SUPPORT [NO] Enable/Disable TPM TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2) supp in this menu allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Configuration options: [Last setting] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q-E Series 3-23 The TPM Configuration item ...appears only when a TPM module is installed in BIOS TCG/TPM SUPPORT [YES] Allows you to display the ...
...SETUP UTILITY Advanced TPM Configuration TCG/TPM SUPPORT [NO] Enable/Disable TPM TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2) supp in this menu allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Configuration options: [Last setting] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q-E Series 3-23 The TPM Configuration item ...appears only when a TPM module is installed in BIOS TCG/TPM SUPPORT [YES] Allows you to display the ...
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... [UnOwned] Enable (Activate)/ Disable (Deactivate) Command to confirm your choice. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU settings Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU @ 3.00GHz Frequency :3.01GHz FSB Speed :1340 MHz Cache L1 :64 KB Cache L2 :4096 KB Ratio... Status: Unlocked (Min:06, Max:09) Ratio Actual Value:9 CPUID :6F9 CPU Ratio Setting C1E Support Max CPUID Value Limit Intel(R) Virtualization Tech CPU TM function Execute Disable Bit Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled...
... [UnOwned] Enable (Activate)/ Disable (Deactivate) Command to confirm your choice. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU settings Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU @ 3.00GHz Frequency :3.01GHz FSB Speed :1340 MHz Cache L1 :64 KB Cache L2 :4096 KB Ratio... Status: Unlocked (Min:06, Max:09) Ratio Actual Value:9 CPUID :6F9 CPU Ratio Setting C1E Support Max CPUID Value Limit Intel(R) Virtualization Tech CPU TM function Execute Disable Bit Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled...
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...Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. When set the CPU Ratio Control item to [Auto]. CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution ...when you to [Enabled], the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q-E Series 3-25 Configuration options: [Auto] [06.0] [07.0] [08.0] [09.0] C1E Support [Enabled] Allows you set to enable or disable Enhanced Halt State support. Configuration options: [Disabled] ...
...Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. When set the CPU Ratio Control item to [Auto]. CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution ...when you to [Enabled], the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q-E Series 3-25 Configuration options: [Auto] [06.0] [07.0] [08.0] [09.0] C1E Support [Enabled] Allows you set to enable or disable Enhanced Halt State support. Configuration options: [Disabled] ...
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...] or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] Energy Star 4.0c Support [Disabled] Setting this item to [Enabled] to the motherboard, the field shows ...[N/A]. If the fan is not connected to pass Energy Star 4.0c rating. CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to disable the Power On by...
...] or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] Energy Star 4.0c Support [Disabled] Setting this item to [Enabled] to the motherboard, the field shows ...[N/A]. If the fan is not connected to pass Energy Star 4.0c rating. CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to disable the Power On by...
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... utility allows you keep your computer in Windows® environment. ASUS P5Q-E Series 4-3 Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of any detected problems. This utility helps you to the previous page ASUS InstAll - ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of the utilities.... This utility requires an Internet connection either through the Installation Wizard. 4.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports.
... utility allows you keep your computer in Windows® environment. ASUS P5Q-E Series 4-3 Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of any detected problems. This utility helps you to the previous page ASUS InstAll - ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of the utilities.... This utility requires an Internet connection either through the Installation Wizard. 4.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports.
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PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Place the support DVD to start monitoring your system and ...to close the Preference panel 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Because PC Probe II is not enabled in the Windows® taskbar. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. The PC Probe II main ... With this icon to close or restore the application. If Autorun is software-based, you of the support DVD to complete installation. By default, the main window displays the Preference section. The Drivers installation tab...
PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Place the support DVD to start monitoring your system and ...to close the Preference panel 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Because PC Probe II is not enabled in the Windows® taskbar. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. The PC Probe II main ... With this icon to close or restore the application. If Autorun is software-based, you of the support DVD to complete installation. By default, the main window displays the Preference section. The Drivers installation tab...
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...monitoring panel. Large display Small display Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. Click to increase value Click to detach a monitor panel from the Preference section, the monitor panels appear on ...your computer's desktop. When you want to decrease value 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Adjusting the sensor threshold value You can also adjust the threshold values using a magnetic effect. You can now move together using the Config...
...monitoring panel. Large display Small display Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. Click to increase value Click to detach a monitor panel from the Preference section, the monitor panels appear on ...your computer's desktop. When you want to decrease value 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Adjusting the sensor threshold value You can also adjust the threshold values using a magnetic effect. You can now move together using the Config...
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Usage The Usage browser displays real-time information on your system. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line graph representation. Click a hard disk drive to display available information. The pie chart at the bottom of the two logical processors. ...Hard disk drive space usage The Hard Disk tab displays the used (blue) and the available HDD space. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support If the CPU has an enabled Hyper‑Threading, two separate line graphs display the operation of the window represents the used and available hard disk...
Usage The Usage browser displays real-time information on your system. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line graph representation. Click a hard disk drive to display available information. The pie chart at the bottom of the two logical processors. ...Hard disk drive space usage The Hard Disk tab displays the used (blue) and the available HDD space. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support If the CPU has an enabled Hyper‑Threading, two separate line graphs display the operation of the window represents the used and available hard disk...
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... fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. 4.3.6 ASUS Fan Xpert Asus Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to cancel the Fan Xpert utility ASUS P5Q-E Series 4-21 Install AI Suite from the bundled support DVD. To launch the ASUS Fan Xpert utility, double-click the AI Suite...
... fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. 4.3.6 ASUS Fan Xpert Asus Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to cancel the Fan Xpert utility ASUS P5Q-E Series 4-21 Install AI Suite from the bundled support DVD. To launch the ASUS Fan Xpert utility, double-click the AI Suite...
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...Click to change the CPU fan profile under certain limitation. However, the fan will speed up when the temperature exceeds 70ºC. • User: This mode allows you to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratio 4-22 Chapter 4: Software support For Chassis Fan, only...This mode boosts the fan to achieve maximal fan speed for the best cooling effect. • Intelligent: This mode automatically adjusts the CPU fan speed with the ambient temperature. • Stable: This mode keeps the CPU fan at the same speed to avoid noise caused by the unsteady fan rotation.
...Click to change the CPU fan profile under certain limitation. However, the fan will speed up when the temperature exceeds 70ºC. • User: This mode allows you to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratio 4-22 Chapter 4: Software support For Chassis Fan, only...This mode boosts the fan to achieve maximal fan speed for the best cooling effect. • Intelligent: This mode automatically adjusts the CPU fan speed with the ambient temperature. • Stable: This mode keeps the CPU fan at the same speed to avoid noise caused by the unsteady fan rotation.
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After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. The options on the AI Suite main window. 4.3.7 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. ASUS P5Q-E Series 4-23
After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. The options on the AI Suite main window. 4.3.7 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. ASUS P5Q-E Series 4-23
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... support DVD to optimize power management. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer: 1. Installing 6 Engine To install 6 Engine on the Windows® notification area. Click the Drivers tab and then click ASUS EPU-6 Engine. 3. Running calibration allows the system to detect CPU properties... to the optical drive. Follow the screen instructions to current system status. 4.3.8 ASUS EPU-6 Engine ASUS EPU-6 Engine is an energy-efficient tool that ...
... support DVD to optimize power management. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer: 1. Installing 6 Engine To install 6 Engine on the Windows® notification area. Click the Drivers tab and then click ASUS EPU-6 Engine. 3. Running calibration allows the system to detect CPU properties... to the optical drive. Follow the screen instructions to current system status. 4.3.8 ASUS EPU-6 Engine ASUS EPU-6 Engine is an energy-efficient tool that ...