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Contents Notices...v Safety information vi About this guide vii P5QL-VM DO specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4... 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-18 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-18 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.3 Main menu 2-4 iii
Contents Notices...v Safety information vi About this guide vii P5QL-VM DO specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4... 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-18 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-18 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.3 Main menu 2-4 iii
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...® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended if you are using a Windows 32-bit operating system. P5QL-VM DO specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Exreme / Core... module Supports up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) Intel® 82567LF Gigabit LAN Phy controller ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x COM port 1 x RJ45 port 1 x VGA port 1 x DVI port 1 x ME switch 6 ...
...® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended if you are using a Windows 32-bit operating system. P5QL-VM DO specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Exreme / Core... module Supports up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) Intel® 82567LF Gigabit LAN Phy controller ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x COM port 1 x RJ45 port 1 x VGA port 1 x DVI port 1 x ME switch 6 ...
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Failure to do so may cause severe damage to page ix for buying an ASUS® P5QL-VM DO motherboard! SB_PWR P5QL-VM DO ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P5QL-VM DO Onboard LED ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-1 Refer to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Before you for the list of accessories. Onboard LED This motherboard comes with the component...
Failure to do so may cause severe damage to page ix for buying an ASUS® P5QL-VM DO motherboard! SB_PWR P5QL-VM DO ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P5QL-VM DO Onboard LED ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-1 Refer to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Before you for the list of accessories. Onboard LED This motherboard comes with the component...
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ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any ... The product warranty does not cover damage to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. The figure illustrates the location of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are...from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P5QL-VM DO P5QL-VM DO 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-3
ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any ... The product warranty does not cover damage to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. The figure illustrates the location of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are...from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P5QL-VM DO P5QL-VM DO 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-3
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...; 6 • 4-4-4-12 2.0V • 5 1.8V 6 1.8V • 5-5-5-15 2.0V • 5 1.8V • 6 1.8V • 6 1.8V • 6-6-6-12 • 6-6-6-12 • 4-5-5-15 2.0V • 4-4-4-15 1.9 • - 2.1 V ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-5 Vendor Part No.
...; 6 • 4-4-4-12 2.0V • 5 1.8V 6 1.8V • 5-5-5-15 2.0V • 5 1.8V • 6 1.8V • 6 1.8V • 6-6-6-12 • 6-6-6-12 • 4-5-5-15 2.0V • 4-4-4-15 1.9 • - 2.1 V ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-5 Vendor Part No.
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... both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR2-667MHz capability Vendor Part No. Single-sided / DS - Double - ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-7 DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package SS Kingmax KKEA88B4LAUG-29DX DS...
... both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR2-667MHz capability Vendor Part No. Single-sided / DS - Double - ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-7 DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package SS Kingmax KKEA88B4LAUG-29DX DS...
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...system passwords. For system failure due to pins 2-3. When you can wake up feature. KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5QL-VM DO P5QL-VM DO Keyboard Power Setting ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-9 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup..., time, and system setup parameters by pressing a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar)s. CLRTC 12 23 P5QL-VM DO Normal Clear RTC (Default) P5QL-VM DO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS...
...system passwords. For system failure due to pins 2-3. When you can wake up feature. KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5QL-VM DO P5QL-VM DO Keyboard Power Setting ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-9 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup..., time, and system setup parameters by pressing a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar)s. CLRTC 12 23 P5QL-VM DO Normal Clear RTC (Default) P5QL-VM DO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS...
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... RGB Signal to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I /O Shield to ON/OFF labelled on the I . 11. Disable Intel® ME function before updating BIOS. 8. ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-11 LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity SPEED LED Status Description OFF 10...
... RGB Signal to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I /O Shield to ON/OFF labelled on the I . 11. Disable Intel® ME function before updating BIOS. 8. ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-11 LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity SPEED LED Status Description OFF 10...
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... These connectors are not jumpers! Doing so will damage the motherboard! DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to 480Mbps connection speed. ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-13 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that supports up to the fan connectors. These USB connectors comply...damage the motherboard components. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5QL-VM DO CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND P5QL-VM DO fan connectors PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 3. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC ...
... These connectors are not jumpers! Doing so will damage the motherboard! DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to 480Mbps connection speed. ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-13 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that supports up to the fan connectors. These USB connectors comply...damage the motherboard components. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5QL-VM DO CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND P5QL-VM DO fan connectors PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 3. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC ...
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...# SLIN# GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND STB# PD0 PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT P5QL-VM DO PIN 1 P5QL-VM DO Parallel Port Connector ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-15 System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The system power LED lights up or...
...# SLIN# GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND STB# PD0 PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT P5QL-VM DO PIN 1 P5QL-VM DO Parallel Port Connector ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-15 System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The system power LED lights up or...
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...COM2) connector 11. C_PCICLK_TPM F_FRAME# S_PLTRST# F_LAD3 +3V F_LAD0 +3V +3VSB GND S_PWRDWN# GND S_SMBCLIK_MAIN S_SMBCLIK_MAIN F_LAD2 F_LAD1 GND F_SERIRQ# GND ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-17 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, ...digital certificates, passwords, and data. The serial port bracket (COM2) is for a serial (COM) port. TPM PIN 1 P5QL-VM DO P5QL-VM DO TPM Connector The TPM module is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a...
...COM2) connector 11. C_PCICLK_TPM F_FRAME# S_PLTRST# F_LAD3 +3V F_LAD0 +3V +3VSB GND S_PWRDWN# GND S_SMBCLIK_MAIN S_SMBCLIK_MAIN F_LAD2 F_LAD1 GND F_SERIRQ# GND ASUS P5QL-VM DO 1-17 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, ...digital certificates, passwords, and data. The serial port bracket (COM2) is for a serial (COM) port. TPM PIN 1 P5QL-VM DO P5QL-VM DO TPM Connector The TPM module is purchased separately. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a...
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...Esc] Exit • Enter the BIOS setup program. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Press to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Locate the BIOS file from a file, then click Next. Press . When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS ...or reset the system while updating the BIOS to locate the correct file. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. To update the BIOS using an OS‑...
...Esc] Exit • Enter the BIOS setup program. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Press to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Locate the BIOS file from a file, then click Next. Press . When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS ...or reset the system while updating the BIOS to locate the correct file. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. To update the BIOS using an OS‑...
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... you to ensure system compatibility and stability. This section explains how to configure your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to ensure optimum performance. If you to set the system date. 2-4 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Change Field Tab Select Field 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you want to enter...
... you to ensure system compatibility and stability. This section explains how to configure your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to ensure optimum performance. If you to set the system date. 2-4 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Change Field Tab Select Field 2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you want to enter...
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... allow you an overview of the general system specifications. Select either one of CPU overclocking options to individually set overclocking parameters. Loads the overclock profile. 2-6 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Allows you to...
... allow you an overview of the general system specifications. Select either one of CPU overclocking options to individually set overclocking parameters. Loads the overclock profile. 2-6 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Allows you to...
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... you to enable or disable the South Bridge over voltage. The values range from 1.13V to virtually function as several systems. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-8 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) Virtualization Tech [Enabled] The Intel® Virtualization Technology allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and...
... you to enable or disable the South Bridge over voltage. The values range from 1.13V to virtually function as several systems. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-8 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) Virtualization Tech [Enabled] The Intel® Virtualization Technology allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and...
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.... ME-IDER [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Alert Standard Format (ASF). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. Configuration options: [None] [1 Second] [3 Second] [Second] 2-10 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI System Memory 1GB to < 1.5GB 1GB to < 2GB 2GB to < 3GB 3GB to < 4GB 4GB and above Maximum Total Graphics Memory Windows®...
.... ME-IDER [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Alert Standard Format (ASF). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. Configuration options: [None] [1 Second] [3 Second] [Second] 2-10 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI System Memory 1GB to < 1.5GB 1GB to < 2GB 2GB to < 3GB 3GB to < 4GB 4GB and above Maximum Total Graphics Memory Windows®...
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... options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] The following items may only appear when a USB storage device is enabled. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] 2-12 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is plugged. Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] 2.5.4 USB Configuration The items in this...
... options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] The following items may only appear when a USB storage device is enabled. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] 2-12 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is plugged. Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] 2.5.4 USB Configuration The items in this...
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... AC Power Loss [Power Off] When set values. When this item is included in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-14 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in the S1 state. In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be...
... AC Power Loss [Power Off] When set values. When this item is included in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-14 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in the S1 state. In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be...
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...on the screen depends on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-16 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to change the system boot options. 2.7 Boot menu The ... select the power-on state for the NumLock. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for the F1 key to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Configuration options: [Off] [On] Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system displays the ...
...on the screen depends on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-16 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to change the system boot options. 2.7 Boot menu The ... select the power-on state for the NumLock. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for the F1 key to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Configuration options: [Off] [On] Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system displays the ...
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Clear User Password Select this item to exit. 2-18 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] SPI Lock Support [Disabled]... menu. This utility supports 1. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled.] 2.8 Tools menu Main Ai Teaker Tools Settings ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Press ENTER to the BIOS items. Main Ai Teaker.... FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2. Pressing does not immediately exit this operation. NTFS (read only) ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for user password both when accessing...
Clear User Password Select this item to exit. 2-18 ASUS P5QL-VM DO/SI Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] SPI Lock Support [Disabled]... menu. This utility supports 1. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled.] 2.8 Tools menu Main Ai Teaker Tools Settings ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Press ENTER to the BIOS items. Main Ai Teaker.... FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2. Pressing does not immediately exit this operation. NTFS (read only) ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for user password both when accessing...