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Contents Contents...iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5Q SE Plus specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-8 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-11 1.6.2 Installing ...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5Q SE Plus specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-8 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-11 1.6.2 Installing ...
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... Using the dual function power switch 1-40 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 AFUDOS utility 2-7 2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-9 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-10 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-11 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-11... Legacy Diskette A 2-13 2.3.4 SATA 1-6 2-14 2.3.5 Storage Configuration 2-15 2.3.6 System Information 2-16 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-17 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2-17 2.4.2 FSB Strap to North Bridge 2-18 2.4.3 DRAM Frequency 2-18 iv
... Using the dual function power switch 1-40 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 AFUDOS utility 2-7 2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-9 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-10 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-11 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-11... Legacy Diskette A 2-13 2.3.4 SATA 1-6 2-14 2.3.5 Storage Configuration 2-15 2.3.6 System Information 2-16 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-17 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2-17 2.4.2 FSB Strap to North Bridge 2-18 2.4.3 DRAM Frequency 2-18 iv
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... 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Support DVD Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-Virus software (OEM version) BIOS Features ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.8 in (30.5 cm x 19.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to 1333MHz for DDR2 - FSB tuning from 100MHz to 800 MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - P5Q SE Plus specifications summary...
... 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Support DVD Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-Virus software (OEM version) BIOS Features ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.8 in (30.5 cm x 19.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to 1333MHz for DDR2 - FSB tuning from 100MHz to 800 MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - P5Q SE Plus specifications summary...
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... micro-architecture technology and FSB 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz, this motherboard allows you to enjoy the latest technology supported by one of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). See page 1-10 for details. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 1-3 See page 1-26 for details. FSB 1600 support ASUS's exclusive overclocking design now unleashes the ultimate potential of creating environment-friendly and...
... micro-architecture technology and FSB 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz, this motherboard allows you to enjoy the latest technology supported by one of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). See page 1-10 for details. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 1-3 See page 1-26 for details. FSB 1600 support ASUS's exclusive overclocking design now unleashes the ultimate potential of creating environment-friendly and...
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... makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. See page 2-9 for details. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust ... stored in different geographic regions and system loading. To wake the system and return to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 1-5 Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of connecting the system panel cables one at minimum power and noise when...
... makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. See page 2-9 for details. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust ... stored in different geographic regions and system loading. To wake the system and return to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 1-5 Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of connecting the system panel cables one at minimum power and noise when...
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...the OS. See page 2-21 for each parameter. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Update your screen. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to launch the utility and update the BIOS without...of booting the BIOS. Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to overclocking. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. See page 2-34 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to convert...
...the OS. See page 2-21 for each parameter. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Update your screen. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to launch the utility and update the BIOS without...of booting the BIOS. Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to overclocking. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. See page 2-34 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to convert...
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... same CAS latency. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 1-17 The system maps the total size of 128 Mb chips. • The default memory operation frequency is recommended to install the memory modules from the yellow slots for single-channel operation. • It is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at a higher...
... same CAS latency. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 1-17 The system maps the total size of 128 Mb chips. • The default memory operation frequency is recommended to install the memory modules from the yellow slots for single-channel operation. • It is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at a higher...
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...supply or unplug and plug the power cord before reboot the system. function. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to re-enter data... 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 1-27 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. ...
...supply or unplug and plug the power cord before reboot the system. function. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to re-enter data... 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 1-27 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. ...
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... ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows selection of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto Allows you set overclocking parameters. You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 2-17 Loads the optimal settings for the correct Front Side Bus and...
... ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows selection of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto Allows you set overclocking parameters. You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 2-17 Loads the optimal settings for the correct Front Side Bus and...
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...[Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] 2.4.5 DRAM Static Read Control [Auto] Adjusting this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. READ to READ Delay(D) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] WRITE to WRITE Delay(S) [Auto] Configuration ...to ACT Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] ALL PRE to [Disabled] may help enhance DRAM overclocking ability. OC Charger [Auto] Allows you to set DRAM read data timing optimization. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.8 Ai Clock...
...[Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] 2.4.5 DRAM Static Read Control [Auto] Adjusting this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. READ to READ Delay(D) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] WRITE to WRITE Delay(S) [Auto] Configuration ...to ACT Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] - [15 DRAM Clocks] ALL PRE to [Disabled] may help enhance DRAM overclocking ability. OC Charger [Auto] Allows you to set DRAM read data timing optimization. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.8 Ai Clock...
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Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.16 CPU GTL Reference [Auto] Allows you to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Set a very high voltage may damage the component permanently, set a very low voltage may cause the system to... [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to set the CPU Margin Enhancement. Proceed with a 0.20V interval. 2.4.15 Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. • Setting the CPU Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, Memory Voltage and North Bridge Voltage items to a high level may...
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.16 CPU GTL Reference [Auto] Allows you to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Set a very high voltage may damage the component permanently, set a very low voltage may cause the system to... [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to set the CPU Margin Enhancement. Proceed with a 0.20V interval. 2.4.15 Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. • Setting the CPU Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, Memory Voltage and North Bridge Voltage items to a high level may...
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... you to do overclocking, fan control, power saving and quiet thermal control. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that allows you keep your multimedia data. Ulead Photolmpact 12 SE Installs the PhotoImpact image editing software. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 3-5 Ulead Burn ...Now Installs the Ulead Burn. Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. ASUS AI Suite An innovative application to open,...
... you to do overclocking, fan control, power saving and quiet thermal control. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that allows you keep your multimedia data. Ulead Photolmpact 12 SE Installs the PhotoImpact image editing software. ASUS P5Q SE Plus 3-5 Ulead Burn ...Now Installs the Ulead Burn. Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. ASUS AI Suite An innovative application to open,...