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... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-11 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-11 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-11 4.2.4 Menu items 4-12 4.2.5 Sub-menu...
... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-11 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-11 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-11 4.2.4 Menu items 4-12 4.2.5 Sub-menu...
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...motherboard. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Do not place the product in environments with ambient temperatures between 5℃ (41℉) and 40℃ (104℉). •... This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the support CD that the motherboard supports. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of shutting down the system. • Chapter...
...motherboard. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Do not place the product in environments with ambient temperatures between 5℃ (41℉) and 40℃ (104℉). •... This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the support CD that the motherboard supports. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of shutting down the system. • Chapter...
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... at back panel) ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS AI Nap ASUS AI Life Features: - ASUS Express Gate ASUS Crystal Sound: - ASUS Noise Filter 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 at mid-board, 6 at back I/O - ASUS Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EPU-4 Engine - ASUS EZ Flash 2 (continued... Lists) ** When you install a total memory of less than 3GB. P5QLD PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Unique Features LGA775 socket for up to 16GB system memory * Refer to ...
... at back panel) ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS AI Nap ASUS AI Life Features: - ASUS Express Gate ASUS Crystal Sound: - ASUS Noise Filter 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 at mid-board, 6 at back I/O - ASUS Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EPU-4 Engine - ASUS EZ Flash 2 (continued... Lists) ** When you install a total memory of less than 3GB. P5QLD PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS Unique Features LGA775 socket for up to 16GB system memory * Refer to ...
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...System panel connector (Q-Connector) 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 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...increment - PCI Express frequency tuning from 667MHz to change without notice. xii P5QLD PRO specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Features Rear Panel Connectors Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Form factor Intelligent overclocking tools: -
...System panel connector (Q-Connector) 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 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...increment - PCI Express frequency tuning from 667MHz to change without notice. xii P5QLD PRO specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Features Rear Panel Connectors Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Form factor Intelligent overclocking tools: -
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...Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to different ambient temperature, which is temporarily away.... This unique module eliminates the trouble of fan speed to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up the system ...
...Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to different ambient temperature, which is temporarily away.... This unique module eliminates the trouble of fan speed to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up the system ...
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ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to restore corrupted BIOS data from a bootable floppy disk, a USB flash disk or the motherboard support DVD containing the BIOS file. See page 4-38 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS... 3 allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. Update your BIOS easily ...
ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS P5QLD PRO 1- The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to restore corrupted BIOS data from a bootable floppy disk, a USB flash disk or the motherboard support DVD containing the BIOS file. See page 4-38 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS... 3 allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. Update your BIOS easily ...
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... and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for details. See page 5-24 for each parameter. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. 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 fine...
... and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for details. See page 5-24 for each parameter. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. 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 fine...
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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 ...,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 SPDIF_OUT CD FLOPPY USBPW1112 USB1112 USBPW7-10 USB78 CLRTC USB910 CHASSIS PANEL...
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 ...,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 SPDIF_OUT CD FLOPPY USBPW1112 USB1112 USBPW7-10 USB78 CLRTC USB910 CHASSIS PANEL...
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...If you install a DDR2-1066 memory module whose SPD is DDR2-800, ensure that you set the DRAM Frequency item in BIOS to [DDR2-1066MHz]. KHX6400D2LL/1G KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN KVR800D2N5/512 KVR800D2N6/512 KVR800D2N5/1G KVR800D2N6/1G KVR800D2N5/2G N/A M378T6553GZS-CF7 M378T2863QZS-CF7... DS 5 Corsair DS 5 Hynix SS 5 Hynix DS N/A Kingmax SS N/A Kingmax DS 5 Apacer SS 5 Apacer SS 5 Apacer DS Chip No. P5QLD PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand SS/ DS 512MB Kingston KHX8500D2/512 N/A Kingston SS 512MB Kingston...
...If you install a DDR2-1066 memory module whose SPD is DDR2-800, ensure that you set the DRAM Frequency item in BIOS to [DDR2-1066MHz]. KHX6400D2LL/1G KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN KVR800D2N5/512 KVR800D2N6/512 KVR800D2N5/1G KVR800D2N6/1G KVR800D2N5/2G N/A M378T6553GZS-CF7 M378T2863QZS-CF7... DS 5 Corsair DS 5 Hynix SS 5 Hynix DS N/A Kingmax SS N/A Kingmax DS 5 Apacer SS 5 Apacer SS 5 Apacer DS Chip No. P5QLD PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability Size Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand SS/ DS 512MB Kingston KHX8500D2/512 N/A Kingston SS 512MB Kingston...
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...installed in a chassis). 3. See Chapter 4 for details. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Refer to the table on the next page for information on BIOS setup. 2. Refer to the tables on the slot. 5. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you intend to unplug the power cord...system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the next page. 3. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Ensure to use . 4. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Keep ...
...installed in a chassis). 3. See Chapter 4 for details. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Refer to the table on the next page for information on BIOS setup. 2. Refer to the tables on the slot. 5. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you intend to unplug the power cord...system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the next page. 3. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Ensure to use . 4. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Keep ...
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... the battery. 5. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to overclocking. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-21 You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ...the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! P5QLD PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P5QLD PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear ...
... the battery. 5. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to overclocking. ASUS P5QLD PRO 2-21 You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ...the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! P5QLD PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P5QLD PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear ...
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...12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5QLD PRO USBPW1112 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB P5QLD PRO USB Device Wake Up USBPW7-10 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information PS2_USBPW56 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5QLD PRO P5QLD PRO Keyboard Power Setting 3. Set to +5VSB... to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in the BIOS. 2. This feature requires an ATX power supply that you can ...
...12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5QLD PRO USBPW1112 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB P5QLD PRO USB Device Wake Up USBPW7-10 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information PS2_USBPW56 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) P5QLD PRO P5QLD PRO Keyboard Power Setting 3. Set to +5VSB... to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in the BIOS. 2. This feature requires an ATX power supply that you can ...
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...audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC'97 compliant definition GND PRESENSE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P5QLD PRO MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1L PORT1R PORT2R SEBSE_SEND PORT2L P5QLD PRO Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 ... chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P5QLD PRO CHASSIS (Default) P5QLD PRO Intrusion Connector 10.
...audio-compliant pin definition Legacy AC'97 compliant definition GND PRESENSE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P5QLD PRO MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1L PORT1R PORT2R SEBSE_SEND PORT2L P5QLD PRO Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 ... chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P5QLD PRO CHASSIS (Default) P5QLD PRO Intrusion Connector 10.
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Speaker Ground Ground +5V PLEDPLED+ Ground Reset Ground PWR IDE_LEDIDE_LED+ 12. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep ... The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. PANEL PLED SPEAKER P5QLD PRO +IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply P5QLD PRO System Panel Connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system...
Speaker Ground Ground +5V PLEDPLED+ Ground Reset Ground PWR IDE_LEDIDE_LED+ 12. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep ... The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. PANEL PLED SPEAKER P5QLD PRO +IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply P5QLD PRO System Panel Connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system...
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... The system then runs the power-on the devices in Chapter 4. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on self test. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. Connect... LED on the system front panel case lights up when you turned on the power, the system may light up for assistance. AMI BIOS beep codes BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to enter the BIOS Setup. At power on the chain) c. ASUS P5QLD PRO 3-
... The system then runs the power-on the devices in Chapter 4. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on self test. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. Connect... LED on the system front panel case lights up when you turned on the power, the system may light up for assistance. AMI BIOS beep codes BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to enter the BIOS Setup. At power on the chain) c. ASUS P5QLD PRO 3-
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... Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the... is ON, pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting.
... Start button then select ShutDown. 2. Pressing the power switch for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the... is ON, pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting.
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Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
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Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-13 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu 4-17 4.5 Advanced menu 4-22 4.6 Power menu 4-28 4.7 Boot menu 4-31 4.8 Tools menu 4-36 4.9 Exit menu 4-40 ASUS P5QLD PRO
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-13 4.4 Ai Tweaker menu 4-17 4.5 Advanced menu 4-22 4.6 Power menu 4-28 4.7 Boot menu 4-31 4.8 Tools menu 4-36 4.9 Exit menu 4-40 ASUS P5QLD PRO
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...; Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS P5QLD PRO 4- The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a bootable...
...; Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS P5QLD PRO 4- The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a bootable...
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Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest the Internet option from the you to avoid network traffic, or drop‑down menu, then click Next. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2.
Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest the Internet option from the you to avoid network traffic, or drop‑down menu, then click Next. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2.