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... start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in 1 Q-Connector ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5QLD PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield 2 in the long...
... start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in 1 Q-Connector ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5QLD PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield 2 in the long...
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...power in real-time. com for the CPU, VGA card, hard drives, and CPU cooler fan - helping save power and money. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your ...ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. 1.3.2 ASUS unique features ASUS AI Life Features Express Gate Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup, Express Gate is subject to hardware configuration and product...
...power in real-time. com for the CPU, VGA card, hard drives, and CPU cooler fan - helping save power and money. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your ...ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. 1.3.2 ASUS unique features ASUS AI Life Features Express Gate Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup, Express Gate is subject to hardware configuration and product...
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... Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- See page 4-8 for details. Update your BIOS easily without entering the OS. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. Simply .... The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to launch the utility and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. Profile...
... Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- See page 4-8 for details. Update your BIOS easily without entering the OS. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. Simply .... The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to launch the utility and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. Profile...
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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 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumpers 2-21 2.7 Connectors 2-23 ASUS P5QLD PRO
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.4 System memory 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-18 2.6 Jumpers 2-21 2.7 Connectors 2-23 ASUS P5QLD PRO
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... power supply case, before removing or plugging in the bag that came with a standby power LED that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. P5QLD PRO SB_PWR ON Standby Power P5QLD PRO Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED.
... power supply case, before removing or plugging in the bag that came with a standby power LED that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. P5QLD PRO SB_PWR ON Standby Power P5QLD PRO Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED.
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... P5QLD PRO PCIEX16 ICS 9LPRS916JGLF PCIEX1_1 Super I/O PCI1 Intel ICH10 COM1 PCI2 ALC 1200 AAFP PCI3 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS JMB368 PCIEX1_2 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT CD FLOPPY USBPW1112 USB1112 USBPW7-10 USB78 CLRTC USB910 CHASSIS PANEL Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5QLD PRO...
... P5QLD PRO PCIEX16 ICS 9LPRS916JGLF PCIEX1_1 Super I/O PCI1 Intel ICH10 COM1 PCI2 ALC 1200 AAFP PCI3 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS JMB368 PCIEX1_2 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT CD FLOPPY USBPW1112 USB1112 USBPW7-10 USB78 CLRTC USB910 CHASSIS PANEL Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5QLD PRO...
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...lever with your thumb (A), then move it is facing towards you are installing a CPU. PnP cap Load plate 4. To prevent damage to remove (4B). 3 ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- Retention tab A B Load lever 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 100º angle (4A), then push the ...PnP cap from the retention tab. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. P5QLD PRO P5QLD PRO CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket box is released from the 4A load plate window to the socket pins, do...
...lever with your thumb (A), then move it is facing towards you are installing a CPU. PnP cap Load plate 4. To prevent damage to remove (4B). 3 ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- Retention tab A B Load lever 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 100º angle (4A), then push the ...PnP cap from the retention tab. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. P5QLD PRO P5QLD PRO CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket box is released from the 4A load plate window to the socket pins, do...
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B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- 7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- 7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.
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...A B A A B B A 4. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. B 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-11 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Carefully remove the ...sequence to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan 1. P5QLD PRO CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5QLD PRO CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect...
...A B A A B B A 4. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. B 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-11 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Carefully remove the ...sequence to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan 1. P5QLD PRO CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5QLD PRO CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect...
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... is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-13 For effective use of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for the OS can be...
... is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-13 For effective use of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for the OS can be...
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... Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package N2TU51280BE-25C802006Z1DV DIMM support A* B* C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-15
... Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package N2TU51280BE-25C802006Z1DV DIMM support A* B* C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-15
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... the retaining clips outward. 2. Locked Retaining Clip 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 2-17 DO NOT force a DIMM into the 3 socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Align a DIMM on the...
... the retaining clips outward. 2. Locked Retaining Clip 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 2-17 DO NOT force a DIMM into the 3 socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Align a DIMM on the...
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shared Onboard USB1.1 controller 2 - - - Onboard USB1.1 controller 7 - - Onboard IDE PORT Onboard HD Audio Onboard LAN shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - shared shared shared shared - - - - Onboard USB1.1 controller 1 - - - - - - - shared - - ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-19 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Standard function 0 System timer 1 Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft Natural Keyboard 2 Free 3 Free 4 Communications port (COM1) 5 Free 6 ...
shared Onboard USB1.1 controller 2 - - - Onboard USB1.1 controller 7 - - Onboard IDE PORT Onboard HD Audio Onboard LAN shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - shared shared shared shared - - - - Onboard USB1.1 controller 1 - - - - - - - shared - - ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-19 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Standard function 0 System timer 1 Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft Natural Keyboard 2 Free 3 Free 4 Communications port (COM1) 5 Free 6 ...
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... clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Remove the onboard battery. 3. P5QLD PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P5QLD PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to the chipset limitation... CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-21 For system failure due to re-enter data. You must turn ON the computer. 6.
... clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Remove the onboard battery. 3. P5QLD PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P5QLD PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to the chipset limitation... CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-21 For system failure due to re-enter data. You must turn ON the computer. 6.
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... for each USB port; This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. Line Out port (lime). Rear Speaker Out port (black). ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-23 LAN (RJ-45) port. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Center/Subwoofer port (orange).
... for each USB port; This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. Line Out port (lime). Rear Speaker Out port (black). ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-23 LAN (RJ-45) port. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Center/Subwoofer port (orange).
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... cable to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. P5QLD PRO Floppy Disk Drive Connector 2. GND SPDIFOUT +5V P5QLD PRO SPDIF_OUT P5QLD PRO Digital Audio Connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-25 Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is purchased separately...
... cable to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. P5QLD PRO Floppy Disk Drive Connector 2. GND SPDIFOUT +5V P5QLD PRO SPDIF_OUT P5QLD PRO Digital Audio Connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-25 Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is purchased separately...
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right angle side ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-27 Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND P5QLD PRO GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND SATA6 SATA4 SATA2...GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND P5QLD PRO SATA Connectors Connect the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to SATA device. Serial ATA...
right angle side ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-27 Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND P5QLD PRO GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND SATA6 SATA4 SATA2...GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_RXN5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND P5QLD PRO SATA Connectors Connect the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to SATA device. Serial ATA...
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... not place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. P5QLD PRO COM1 PIN1 P5QLD PRO COM Port Connector The serial port module is for a serial (COM) port. 7. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, ... (84 W max.) at the back of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-29 Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at +12V. Connect the fan cables to ...
... not place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. P5QLD PRO COM1 PIN1 P5QLD PRO COM Port Connector The serial port module is for a serial (COM) port. 7. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, ... (84 W max.) at the back of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-29 Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at +12V. Connect the fan cables to ...
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11. ATX12V EATXPWR P5QLD PRO +12V DC GND +12V DC GND P5QLD PRO ATX Power Connector +3 Volts -12 Volts Ground PSON# Ground Ground Ground -5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +... the power is recommended when configuring a system with the following configuration: CPU: Intel® Pentium® Extreme 3.73GHz Memory: 512 MB DDR2 (x4) Graphics card: ASUS EAX1900XT Parallel ATA device: IDE hard disk drive Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk drive (x2) Optical drive: DVD-RW ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-31
11. ATX12V EATXPWR P5QLD PRO +12V DC GND +12V DC GND P5QLD PRO ATX Power Connector +3 Volts -12 Volts Ground PSON# Ground Ground Ground -5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +... the power is recommended when configuring a system with the following configuration: CPU: Intel® Pentium® Extreme 3.73GHz Memory: 512 MB DDR2 (x4) Graphics card: ASUS EAX1900XT Parallel ATA device: IDE hard disk drive Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk drive (x2) Optical drive: DVD-RW ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-31
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Step1. You can use ASUS Q-Connector to the System panel connctor. Step3. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-33 Front panel functions are enabled. Connect correct front panel to know the detail pin definition. Properly install the ASUS Q-Connector to connect / disconnect chassis front panel cables by only a few steps. Step2. Q-Connector (system panel) You can refer to the marking on Q-Connector itself to ASUS Q-Connector first. Directions below shows how to install ASUS Q-Connector.
Step1. You can use ASUS Q-Connector to the System panel connctor. Step3. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-33 Front panel functions are enabled. Connect correct front panel to know the detail pin definition. Properly install the ASUS Q-Connector to connect / disconnect chassis front panel cables by only a few steps. Step2. Q-Connector (system panel) You can refer to the marking on Q-Connector itself to ASUS Q-Connector first. Directions below shows how to install ASUS Q-Connector.