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... 3-43 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.3 Software information 4-9 4.3.1 ASUS MyLogo 4-9 4.3.2 AI NET2 4-11 4.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 4-12 4.3.4 Audio configurations 4-18 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite 4-23 4.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 4-25 4.3.7 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-26 4.3.8 ASUS AI Booster 4-28 4.3.9 ASUS EPU-6 Engine 4-29 4.3.10 ASUS AI Direct Link 4-33 4.3.11 ASUS Drive Xpert 4-35 4.3.12 ASUS Express Gate 4-39...
... 3-43 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.3 Software information 4-9 4.3.1 ASUS MyLogo 4-9 4.3.2 AI NET2 4-11 4.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 4-12 4.3.4 Audio configurations 4-18 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite 4-23 4.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 4-25 4.3.7 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-26 4.3.8 ASUS AI Booster 4-28 4.3.9 ASUS EPU-6 Engine 4-29 4.3.10 ASUS AI Direct Link 4-33 4.3.11 ASUS Drive Xpert 4-35 4.3.12 ASUS Express Gate 4-39...
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... have been added by your dealer. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need...
... have been added by your dealer. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need...
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... Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Support Intel® 45nm Multi-Core CPU * This motherboard isdesigned with VRD11.1 power phase, and cannot be compatible with VRD10 designed CPU. x8 link) Intel® ICH10R Southbridge - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s ports - Supports EZ Backup and Super Speed functions Realtek.../100/66 for up to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16, support ATI CrossFireX™ technology dual at x 8 link (PCIe x16_1 blue, PCIe x16_2 black*) 3 x PCIe x1 2 x PCI * PCIE x16 slot (black at back I/O - P5Q3 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus...
... Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Support Intel® 45nm Multi-Core CPU * This motherboard isdesigned with VRD11.1 power phase, and cannot be compatible with VRD10 designed CPU. x8 link) Intel® ICH10R Southbridge - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s ports - Supports EZ Backup and Super Speed functions Realtek.../100/66 for up to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16, support ATI CrossFireX™ technology dual at x 8 link (PCIe x16_1 blue, PCIe x16_2 black*) 3 x PCIe x1 2 x PCI * PCIE x16 slot (black at back I/O - P5Q3 specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus...
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... tuning from 200MHz up to 800MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - Profile - vDIMM: 64-step DRAM voltage control - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - P5Q3 specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ASUS Unique Features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features VIA6308 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports Max. 12 USB2.0/1.1 ports(6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports...
... tuning from 200MHz up to 800MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - Profile - vDIMM: 64-step DRAM voltage control - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - P5Q3 specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ASUS Unique Features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features VIA6308 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports Max. 12 USB2.0/1.1 ports(6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports...
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P5Q3 specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support CD Contents Form Factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Optical) 1 x IEEE1394a 1 x RJ45 ports 1 x eSATA connector 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel Audio I/O 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1... WOR by PME, PXE, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) Image-Editing Suite ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are ...
P5Q3 specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support CD Contents Form Factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Optical) 1 x IEEE1394a 1 x RJ45 ports 1 x eSATA connector 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel Audio I/O 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1... WOR by PME, PXE, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) Image-Editing Suite ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are ...
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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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... above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5Q3 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cable for buying an ASUS® P5Q3 motherboard! Retail version only) ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P5Q3 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in...
... above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5Q3 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cable for buying an ASUS® P5Q3 motherboard! Retail version only) ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P5Q3 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in...
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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....P45 Chipset The Intel® P45 Chipset is excellent for twice the current speed and bandwidth. Dual-Channel DDR3 1800(O.C.) support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that significantly optimizes the use of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the latest operation system, ...
.... 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....P45 Chipset The Intel® P45 Chipset is excellent for twice the current speed and bandwidth. Dual-Channel DDR3 1800(O.C.) support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that significantly optimizes the use of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the latest operation system, ...
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...ASUS P5Q3 1-3 Adjust your display configurations, experiment with your advanced 3D settings, and check the effect with the higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings you want. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports...OS. ATI CrossFireX Technolog support ATI's CrossFireX boosts image quality along with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house. It's a unique motherboard built-in touch with rendering...
...ASUS P5Q3 1-3 Adjust your display configurations, experiment with your advanced 3D settings, and check the effect with the higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings you want. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports...OS. ATI CrossFireX Technolog support ATI's CrossFireX boosts image quality along with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house. It's a unique motherboard built-in touch with rendering...
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... thin layer. Some heatsinks come with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P5Q3 2- B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with pre-applied thermal paste. The Thermal Interface Material is spread in contact with your skin, ensure to the Appendix for...
... thin layer. Some heatsinks come with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P5Q3 2- B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with pre-applied thermal paste. The Thermal Interface Material is spread in contact with your skin, ensure to the Appendix for...
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...latency. The system maps the total size of 256 Mb chips. • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to work stably under full loading (4 DIMMs) or overclocking setting. You may operate at a higher frequency... Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition • The default memory operation frequency is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for manual memory frequency adjustment. • The memory modules...When installing total memory of less than the vendor-marked value. ASUS P5Q3 2-11
...latency. The system maps the total size of 256 Mb chips. • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to work stably under full loading (4 DIMMs) or overclocking setting. You may operate at a higher frequency... Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition • The default memory operation frequency is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for manual memory frequency adjustment. • The memory modules...When installing total memory of less than the vendor-marked value. ASUS P5Q3 2-11
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... M391B2873DZ1-CH9 V V V M378B5673DZ1-CH9 V V V M391B5673DZ1-CH9 V V V TS256MLK64V3U VV V TS128MLK64V3U VV V TS128MLK64V3U VV V TS256MLK64V3U VV V ASUS P5Q3 2-13 P5Q3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 4096MB(Kit of 2) AENEON Aeneon A-DATA ...CM3X1024-1333C9DHX CT12864BA1339.8SFB CT25664BA1339.16SFD F3-10600CL7D-2GBPI F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK F3-10600CL9D-2GBPK F3-10600CL9D-2GBNQ F3-10666CL9D-4GBPK DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* VV VV V VV V VV V V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV ...
... M391B2873DZ1-CH9 V V V M378B5673DZ1-CH9 V V V M391B5673DZ1-CH9 V V V TS256MLK64V3U VV V TS128MLK64V3U VV V TS128MLK64V3U VV V TS256MLK64V3U VV V ASUS P5Q3 2-13 P5Q3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 1024MB 2048MB 4096MB(Kit of 2) AENEON Aeneon A-DATA ...CM3X1024-1333C9DHX CT12864BA1339.8SFB CT25664BA1339.16SFD F3-10600CL7D-2GBPI F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK F3-10600CL9D-2GBPK F3-10600CL9D-2GBNQ F3-10666CL9D-4GBPK DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* VV VV V VV V VV V V VV V VV V VV V VV V VV ...
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...QVL. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information It depends on whole system configuration and other parameters. Visit the ASUS website for better overclocking capability. • The O.C. For the setting, memory may need a external ...support (Optional) A* B* C* AXH760UD10-16H V VV AXH860UD20-16H VV CM3X10241600C7DHXIN(XMP) VV BL12864BA1608.8SFB(XMP) V V V F3-12800CL7D-2GBHZ V VV F3-12800CL7D-4GBPI VV KHX12800D3K2/4G VV OCZ3T1600XM2GK V VV OCZ3P1600EB4GK VV OCZ3X16004GK VV KHX13000D3LLK2/2G V VV KHX13000D3LLK2/ 2GX(XMP) V VV KHX13000D3LLK2/2G VV P5Q3 Motherboard...
...QVL. 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information It depends on whole system configuration and other parameters. Visit the ASUS website for better overclocking capability. • The O.C. For the setting, memory may need a external ...support (Optional) A* B* C* AXH760UD10-16H V VV AXH860UD20-16H VV CM3X10241600C7DHXIN(XMP) VV BL12864BA1608.8SFB(XMP) V V V F3-12800CL7D-2GBHZ V VV F3-12800CL7D-4GBPI VV KHX12800D3K2/4G VV OCZ3T1600XM2GK V VV OCZ3P1600EB4GK VV OCZ3X16004GK VV KHX13000D3LLK2/2G V VV KHX13000D3LLK2/ 2GX(XMP) V VV KHX13000D3LLK2/2G VV P5Q3 Motherboard...
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... clips snap back in only one direction. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with ... Failure to do so may cause severe damage to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR3 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the...Installing a DDR3 DIMM Make sure to remove a DIMM. 2 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS P5Q3 2-15 Locked Retaining Clip 2.4.4 Removing a DDR3 DIMM Follow these steps to unplug the power supply before adding ...
... clips snap back in only one direction. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with ... Failure to do so may cause severe damage to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR3 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the...Installing a DDR3 DIMM Make sure to remove a DIMM. 2 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS P5Q3 2-15 Locked Retaining Clip 2.4.4 Removing a DDR3 DIMM Follow these steps to unplug the power supply before adding ...
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... by adjusting the software settings. 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the next page. 3. ... you intend to install expansion cards. Secure the card to the tables on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
... by adjusting the software settings. 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the next page. 3. ... you intend to install expansion cards. Secure the card to the tables on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
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...8482; mode, use first the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for a PCI Express...PCIe 2.0 x16_2 (black) slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for the location of the slots. 2.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ...
...8482; mode, use first the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for a PCI Express...PCIe 2.0 x16_2 (black) slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for the location of the slots. 2.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ...
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... audio ports in an 8-channel audio configuration. The external SATA port supports external Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s devices. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 14. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. ASUS P5Q3 2-23 Side Speaker Out port (gray). Rear Speaker Out - 6-channel Line...
... audio ports in an 8-channel audio configuration. The external SATA port supports external Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s devices. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 14. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. ASUS P5Q3 2-23 Side Speaker Out port (gray). Rear Speaker Out - 6-channel Line...
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... the Serial ATA signal cables for details. 3. See section 3.3.6 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set the Configure SATA as item in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using hot-plug and NCQ, set , refer to [AHCI]. ICH10R Serial ATA connectors...
... the Serial ATA signal cables for details. 3. See section 3.3.6 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set the Configure SATA as item in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using hot-plug and NCQ, set , refer to [AHCI]. ICH10R Serial ATA connectors...
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...disk drives. • The SATA_E1 (orange, port 0) and SATA_E2 (white, port 1) ports are for detailed application instructions. Refer to 4.3.10 ASUS Drive Xpert for SATA hard drives only. Before using the Drive Xpert function, ensure that you have connected the SATA signal cables and installed SATA... hard disk drives. ATAPI device is not supported. • EZ Backup & Sper Speed may erase all your hard disks. Before using the Drive Xpert technology, make sure that you have back up all original data in your data in both hard disks. ASUS P5Q3 2-27 4.
...disk drives. • The SATA_E1 (orange, port 0) and SATA_E2 (white, port 1) ports are for detailed application instructions. Refer to 4.3.10 ASUS Drive Xpert for SATA hard drives only. Before using the Drive Xpert function, ensure that you have connected the SATA signal cables and installed SATA... hard disk drives. ATAPI device is not supported. • EZ Backup & Sper Speed may erase all your hard disks. Before using the Drive Xpert technology, make sure that you have back up all original data in your data in both hard disks. ASUS P5Q3 2-27 4.
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5. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Serial port...a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. If your chassis suppots front panel USB ports, you can attach a front... USB connector onboard. This module should be purchased seperately. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to these connectors, then install the ...
5. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Serial port...a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. If your chassis suppots front panel USB ports, you can attach a front... USB connector onboard. This module should be purchased seperately. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to these connectors, then install the ...