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Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5Q 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 special features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive 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 Installing the CPU 2-6 2.3.2...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5Q 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 special features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive 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 Installing the CPU 2-6 2.3.2...
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...circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the existing system before the signal cables are not damaged. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, make sure all power cables are ...using an adpater or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on ...
...circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the existing system before the signal cables are not damaged. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, make sure all power cables are ...using an adpater or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on ...
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... the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on...
... the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on...
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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. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
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... it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5Q 1 x eSATA/4-pin 1394 bracket 1 x Serial ATA power cable for buying an...
... it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5Q 1 x eSATA/4-pin 1394 bracket 1 x Serial ATA power cable for buying an...
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... 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™2 Duo Processor Support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo processors in the new 45nm manufacturing process. ..., 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB (Front Side Bus), PCIe 2.0, and multi-core CPUs. Dual-Channel DDR2 1200 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that significantly optimizes the use of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the latest operating system, 3D graphics...
... 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™2 Duo Processor Support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo processors in the new 45nm manufacturing process. ..., 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB (Front Side Bus), PCIe 2.0, and multi-core CPUs. Dual-Channel DDR2 1200 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that significantly optimizes the use of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the latest operating system, 3D graphics...
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... talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packagings to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ASUS P5Q 1-3 It allows to instant fun! You... can now talk to keep in OS. Messenger to your house. It's a unique motherboard built-in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and...
... talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packagings to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ASUS P5Q 1-3 It allows to instant fun! You... can now talk to keep in OS. Messenger to your house. It's a unique motherboard built-in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and...
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... background noises then eliminates it in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of complicated configurations. ASUS P5Q 1-5 Fanless Design-Unique stylish heatsink The wing-shaped heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that data is ideal for motherboard users, but also the special thickened bottom design effectively cools down hot airflows generated by different...
... background noises then eliminates it in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of complicated configurations. ASUS P5Q 1-5 Fanless Design-Unique stylish heatsink The wing-shaped heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that data is ideal for motherboard users, but also the special thickened bottom design effectively cools down hot airflows generated by different...
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...for details. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction See pages 4-9 and 4-10 for details. ASUS O.C. Simply press the predefined hotkey to the motherboard. See page 3-8 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. making it...be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to install. Update your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" -- See page 2-36 for details. With better ...
...for details. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction See pages 4-9 and 4-10 for details. ASUS O.C. Simply press the predefined hotkey to the motherboard. See page 3-8 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. making it...be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to install. Update your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" -- See page 2-36 for details. With better ...
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...details. When the system hangs due to overclocking. See page 4-23 for details. feature of booting the BIOS. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)...overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS P5Q 1-7 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS ...
...details. When the system hangs due to overclocking. See page 4-23 for details. feature of booting the BIOS. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)...overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS P5Q 1-7 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS ...
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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 It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
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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 2-17 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-23 2.8 Starting up for the first time 2-37 2.9 Turning off the computer 2-38 ASUS P5Q
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 2-17 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-23 2.8 Starting up for the first time 2-37 2.9 Turning off the computer 2-38 ASUS P5Q
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... power supply case, before removing or plugging in any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is detached from the power supply. ASUS P5Q 2-1 The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install or remove any motherboard component. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or...
... power supply case, before removing or plugging in any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is detached from the power supply. ASUS P5Q 2-1 The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install or remove any motherboard component. This is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or...
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 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 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
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ASUS P5Q 2-5 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 socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard... to ensure system stability. • Due to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core...
ASUS P5Q 2-5 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 socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard... to ensure system stability. • Due to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core...
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... load plate window to a 135º angle. 4. To prevent damage to the left . 2. Press the load lever with your left (B) until it is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. 2.3.1 Installing the...
... load plate window to a 135º angle. 4. To prevent damage to the left . 2. Press the load lever with your left (B) until it is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the retention tab. 2.3.1 Installing the...
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Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. 7.
Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. 7.