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... Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5QLD PRO specifications summary xi 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 unique features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing...
... Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5QLD PRO specifications summary xi 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 unique features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing...
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... and, if not installed and used in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/ english/REACH.htm. Check local regulations for radio noise emissions from that to assure compliance with Part 15 of electronic products. DO NOT throw the motherboard in a residential installation. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This...
... and, if not installed and used in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/ english/REACH.htm. Check local regulations for radio noise emissions from that to assure compliance with Part 15 of electronic products. DO NOT throw the motherboard in a residential installation. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This...
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... BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. • DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERYRELATED INSTRUCTIONS. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it by yourself. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...that your regular household waste. Take it could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Make sure that the battery should not be included in your motherboard) and is set to or from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in your area....
... BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. • DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERYRELATED INSTRUCTIONS. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it by yourself. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...that your regular household waste. Take it could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Make sure that the battery should not be included in your motherboard) and is set to or from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in your area....
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...About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it may become wet. Do not place the product in environments with ambient temperatures between 5℃ (41℉) ...and 40℃ (104℉). • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the support CD that you have to change system...
...About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it may become wet. Do not place the product in environments with ambient temperatures between 5℃ (41℉) ...and 40℃ (104℉). • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the support CD that you have to change system...
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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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... the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- Thank you 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! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items...
... the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- Thank you 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! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items...
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...® Core™2 processor is one of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the...devices for details. With the new Intel 45nm micro-architecture technology and FSB 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz, this motherboard allows you to support dual-channel DDR2 1066/800/667MHz architecture, 1333/1066/800 FSB (Front Side Bus), PCIe 2.0, and multi-...
...® Core™2 processor is one of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the...devices for details. With the new Intel 45nm micro-architecture technology and FSB 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz, this motherboard allows you to support dual-channel DDR2 1066/800/667MHz architecture, 1333/1066/800 FSB (Front Side Bus), PCIe 2.0, and multi-...
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...first power saving engine, has been upgraded to http://support.asus. The EPU automatically provides the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- You can utilize the most appropriate power usage for ...Express Gate source codes. Refer to a new four-engine version, which provides total system power savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. ASUS EPU-4 Engine The new ASUS EPU - It's a unique motherboard...
...first power saving engine, has been upgraded to http://support.asus. The EPU automatically provides the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- You can utilize the most appropriate power usage for ...Express Gate source codes. Refer to a new four-engine version, which provides total system power savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. ASUS EPU-4 Engine The new ASUS EPU - It's a unique motherboard...
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...you with easy ways to different ambient temperature, which is temporarily away. Built-in different geographic regions and system loading. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then...conference and recording. This unique module eliminates the trouble of fan speed to the motherboard. AI Nap With AI Nap, users can instantly snooze your favorite settings. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust the CPU fan speed according to install computer...
...you with easy ways to different ambient temperature, which is temporarily away. Built-in different geographic regions and system loading. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then...conference and recording. This unique module eliminates the trouble of fan speed to the motherboard. AI Nap With AI Nap, users can instantly snooze your favorite settings. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust the CPU fan speed according to install computer...
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... BIOS 3 allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 4-38 for details. See page 4-5 and 4-37 for details. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- See page 4-8 for details. ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to launch the utility and...
... BIOS 3 allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 4-38 for details. See page 4-5 and 4-37 for details. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- See page 4-8 for details. ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to launch the utility and...
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feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings... Tweaker This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory Front ...system performance. eliminates the need to overclocking failure, C.P.R. See page 5-10 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to 4-...
feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings... Tweaker This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory Front ...system performance. eliminates the need to overclocking failure, C.P.R. See page 5-10 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in case the system hangs due to 4-...
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It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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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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... them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. P5QLD PRO SB_PWR ON Standby Power P5QLD PRO Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component...
... them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. P5QLD PRO SB_PWR ON Standby Power P5QLD PRO Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component...
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Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P5QLD PRO 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place ...six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the...
Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P5QLD PRO 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place ...six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the...
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ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM S T:Mouse B:Keyboard PS2_USBPW56 19.3cm (7.6in) USB56 ATX12V LGA775 SPDIF_O1 USB34 DDR2 DIMMA1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMMA2 (64 bit,...) DDR2 DIMMB1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMMB2 (64 bit,240-pin module) 30.5cm (12in) LAN1_USB12 AUDIO Intel P43 EATXPWR PWR_FAN CHA_FAN CPU_FAN 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...
ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- 2.2.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM S T:Mouse B:Keyboard PS2_USBPW56 19.3cm (7.6in) USB56 ATX12V LGA775 SPDIF_O1 USB34 DDR2 DIMMA1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMMA2 (64 bit,...) DDR2 DIMMB1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMMB2 (64 bit,240-pin module) 30.5cm (12in) LAN1_USB12 AUDIO Intel P43 EATXPWR PWR_FAN CHA_FAN CPU_FAN 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...
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ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Dual-Core / Celeron... 2: Hardware information Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 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...
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Dual-Core / Celeron... 2: Hardware information Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 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...
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... window to remove (4B). 3 ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to the left . 2. Lift the load plate with your thumb 4B and forefinger to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you and the load lever is on the motherboard. PnP cap Load plate...
... window to remove (4B). 3 ASUS P5QLD PRO 2- Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to the left . 2. Lift the load plate with your thumb 4B and forefinger to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you and the load lever is on the motherboard. PnP cap Load plate...
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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. 7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-
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. 7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-