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... 4.6.4 APM Configuration 4-29 4.6.5 Hardware Monitor 4-30 4.7 Boot menu 4-31 4.7.1 Boot Device Priority 4-32 4.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 4-33 4.7.3 Security 4-34 4.8 Tools menu 4-36 4.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-37 4.8.2 Express Gate 4-37 4.8.3 AI NET 2 4-38 4.8.4 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-38 4.9 Exit menu 4-40 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support DVD...
... 4.6.4 APM Configuration 4-29 4.6.5 Hardware Monitor 4-30 4.7 Boot menu 4-31 4.7.1 Boot Device Priority 4-32 4.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 4-33 4.7.3 Security 4-34 4.8 Tools menu 4-36 4.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-37 4.8.2 Express Gate 4-37 4.8.3 AI NET 2 4-38 4.8.4 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-38 4.9 Exit menu 4-40 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support DVD...
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... 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.6 in (30.5 cm x 19.3 cm) *Specifications are subject to 180MHz at 0.00625V increment - xii P5QL PRO specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Features Rear Panel Connectors Internal Connectors...
... 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.6 in (30.5 cm x 19.3 cm) *Specifications are subject to 180MHz at 0.00625V increment - xii P5QL PRO specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Features Rear Panel Connectors Internal Connectors...
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...cards that came with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for information on ... it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. See Chapter 4 for later use . Assign an IRQ to the tables ...
...cards that came with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for information on ... it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card. 2. 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. See Chapter 4 for later use . Assign an IRQ to the tables ...
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... update the BIOS using this utility. The ASUS Update utility is available in Windows® environment. ASUS AFUDOS: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. ASUS P5QL PRO 4- Refer to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. 4.1 Managing and updating your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a floppy...
... update the BIOS using this utility. The ASUS Update utility is available in Windows® environment. ASUS AFUDOS: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. ASUS P5QL PRO 4- Refer to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. 4.1 Managing and updating your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a floppy...
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... 4.3.5 Storage Configuration The items in driver. The AHCI mode is only supported by the Southbridge chip. Configuration options: [IDE] [AHCI] Due to set or change the configurations for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] ASUS P5QL PRO 4-15 Configuration options: [Auto]...OS built-in this menu allow you want to configure the item. Select an item then press if you to Intel chipset driver support regulation, the AHCI mode is accessed throuh BIOS. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [...
... 4.3.5 Storage Configuration The items in driver. The AHCI mode is only supported by the Southbridge chip. Configuration options: [IDE] [AHCI] Due to set or change the configurations for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] ASUS P5QL PRO 4-15 Configuration options: [Auto]...OS built-in this menu allow you want to configure the item. Select an item then press if you to Intel chipset driver support regulation, the AHCI mode is accessed throuh BIOS. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [...
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... file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Refer to your computer. ASUS P5QL PRO 5- Use the setup procedures presented in your OS documentation for detailed...
... file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Refer to your computer. ASUS P5QL PRO 5- Use the setup procedures presented in your OS documentation for detailed...
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Installation wizard for Drivers Installs the ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for drivers. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek® ALC1200 audio driver and application. ASUS InstAll - ASUS EPU-4 Engine Installs the ASUS EPU-4 Engine. 5- Chapter 5: Software support Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. 5.2.2 Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Atheros AR8121...
Installation wizard for Drivers Installs the ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for drivers. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek® ALC1200 audio driver and application. ASUS InstAll - ASUS EPU-4 Engine Installs the ASUS EPU-4 Engine. 5- Chapter 5: Software support Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. 5.2.2 Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Atheros AR8121...
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.... Corel MediaOne Starter Installs the Corel MediaOne Starter application to the previous page WinZip 11 Installs the Winzip utility for easy file-compression and protection. ASUS Express Gate Installer Allows you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your computer. Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft...
.... Corel MediaOne Starter Installs the Corel MediaOne Starter application to the previous page WinZip 11 Installs the Winzip utility for easy file-compression and protection. ASUS Express Gate Installer Allows you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your computer. Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft...
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... Manager Configuration options Control settings window Exit button Minimize button Information button ASUS P5QL PRO 5-11 5.3.2 Audio configurations The Realtek® ALC1200 audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the Support DVD that came with the motherboard package. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and...
... Manager Configuration options Control settings window Exit button Minimize button Information button ASUS P5QL PRO 5-11 5.3.2 Audio configurations The Realtek® ALC1200 audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the Support DVD that came with the motherboard package. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and...
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... HD Audio Manager. From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Sound Effect tab. 2. Exit Click the exit button ( ) to display information about the audio driver version, DirectX version, audio controller, audio codec, and language setting. Click to minimize the window. Sound Effect The Realtek® ALC1200 Audio CODEC allows you...
... HD Audio Manager. From the Realtek HD Audio Manager, click the Sound Effect tab. 2. Exit Click the exit button ( ) to display information about the audio driver version, DirectX version, audio controller, audio codec, and language setting. Click to minimize the window. Sound Effect The Realtek® ALC1200 Audio CODEC allows you...
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...II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer: 1. Follow the screen instructions to close... and alerts you turn it on the main window right handle. You can close the Preference panel ASUS P5QL PRO 5-15 Because PC Probe II is software-based, you can launch the PC Probe II right after... To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in your computer, browse...
...II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer: 1. Follow the screen instructions to close... and alerts you turn it on the main window right handle. You can close the Preference panel ASUS P5QL PRO 5-15 Because PC Probe II is software-based, you can launch the PC Probe II right after... To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in your computer, browse...
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5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to the optical drive. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite. 3. Installing AI Suite To install AI Suite on your ... easily. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer: 1. Launching AI Suite You can launch AI Suite right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx.xx. Press to restore to normal Press to launch AI Booster ASUS P5QL PRO Press to launch...
5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to the optical drive. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite. 3. Installing AI Suite To install AI Suite on your ... easily. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer: 1. Launching AI Suite You can launch AI Suite right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx.xx. Press to restore to normal Press to launch AI Booster ASUS P5QL PRO Press to launch...
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... menu appears. 5-26 Chapter 5: Software support Installing 4 Engine To install 4 Engine on your computer. 2. Click ASUS EPU-4 Engine. 3. Click Run Calibration and wait for a few seconds. Follow the screen instructions to optimize power management. The Drivers menu appears if Autorun is an energy-efficient tool that you to current system status. Launching...
... menu appears. 5-26 Chapter 5: Software support Installing 4 Engine To install 4 Engine on your computer. 2. Click ASUS EPU-4 Engine. 3. Click Run Calibration and wait for a few seconds. Follow the screen instructions to optimize power management. The Drivers menu appears if Autorun is an energy-efficient tool that you to current system status. Launching...
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...the language for Express Gate appears. Click Next to motherboard chipset- See chapter 2 for the exact location of powering on SATA HDDs. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1. Installing ASUS Express Gate • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs in IDE ...mode only. • ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to continue. 5-30 Chapter ...
...the language for Express Gate appears. Click Next to motherboard chipset- See chapter 2 for the exact location of powering on SATA HDDs. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1. Installing ASUS Express Gate • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs in IDE ...mode only. • ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to continue. 5-30 Chapter ...
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... e d I n t e l S p e e d S t e p ® Technology (EIST) • The motherboard comes with EIST support (Windows® Vista, Windows® XP SP2/ Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions) ASUS P5QL PRO A- See Chapter 4 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EM64T feature. •...; Visit www.microsoft.com for expansion cards or add-on devices, if any. You can download the latest BIOS file from the support CD. 4. Install the 64-bit drivers...
... e d I n t e l S p e e d S t e p ® Technology (EIST) • The motherboard comes with EIST support (Windows® Vista, Windows® XP SP2/ Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions) ASUS P5QL PRO A- See Chapter 4 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EM64T feature. •...; Visit www.microsoft.com for expansion cards or add-on devices, if any. You can download the latest BIOS file from the support CD. 4. Install the 64-bit drivers...