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... Connectors 1-26 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-26 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 Updating the BIOS 2-7 2.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file 2-9 2.1.6 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-10 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-12 2.2.3 Legend bar 2-13 2.2.4 Menu items 2-13...
... Connectors 1-26 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-26 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 Updating the BIOS 2-7 2.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file 2-9 2.1.6 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-10 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-12 2.2.3 Legend bar 2-13 2.2.4 Menu items 2-13...
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... and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter...
... and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter...
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..., Enumeration, Multi- streaming, and Jack-Retasking functions Coaxial S/PDIF out port Realtek® RTL8110SC Gigabit LAN Controller Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 MyLogo™ ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 133MHz up to 350MHz at 1MHz increment (continued on the next page) P5VD2-X specifications...
..., Enumeration, Multi- streaming, and Jack-Retasking functions Coaxial S/PDIF out port Realtek® RTL8110SC Gigabit LAN Controller Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 MyLogo™ ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 133MHz up to 350MHz at 1MHz increment (continued on the next page) P5VD2-X specifications...
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...COM port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 6-Channel Audio I/O ports BIOS features 4 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME Internal connectors 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x ... audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector System panel connector Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) Adobe® Acrobat Reader...
...COM port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 6-Channel Audio I/O ports BIOS features 4 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME Internal connectors 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x ... audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector System panel connector Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) Adobe® Acrobat Reader...
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... Realtek® ALC883 6-channel High Definition Audio audio CODEC. Gigabit LAN solution The motherboard comes with a Gigabit LAN controller to provide a total solution for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 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. S/PDIF...
... Realtek® ALC883 6-channel High Definition Audio audio CODEC. Gigabit LAN solution The motherboard comes with a Gigabit LAN controller to provide a total solution for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 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. S/PDIF...
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ASUS P5VD2-X 1- ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS My Logo is the new feature present in case the system hangs due to your system with customizable boot logos. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in the motherboard that allows you to personalize and ...add style to overclocking. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting ...
ASUS P5VD2-X 1- ASUS MyLogo™ ASUS My Logo is the new feature present in case the system hangs due to your system with customizable boot logos. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in the motherboard that allows you to personalize and ...add style to overclocking. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting ...
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FLOPPY PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12in) 1.5.3 P5VD2-X Motherboard layout 21.8cm (8.6in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR COM1 LGA775 CPU_FAN Super I/O DDR2 DIMM1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM2 (64 bit,240-...-X PCIEX16 PWR_FAN RTL8110SC ® PCIEX1_1 ALC883 AAFP CD PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 USB56 PCI4 SPDIF_OUT VIA VT8237A SATA2 SATA1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS USBPW78 USB78 USBPW56 CLRTC CHASSIS PANEL SEC_IDE 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
FLOPPY PRI_IDE 30.5cm (12in) 1.5.3 P5VD2-X Motherboard layout 21.8cm (8.6in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR COM1 LGA775 CPU_FAN Super I/O DDR2 DIMM1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM2 (64 bit,240-...-X PCIEX16 PWR_FAN RTL8110SC ® PCIEX1_1 ALC883 AAFP CD PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 USB56 PCI4 SPDIF_OUT VIA VT8237A SATA2 SATA1 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS USBPW78 USB78 USBPW56 CLRTC CHASSIS PANEL SEC_IDE 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
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To use the Hyper-Threading compiler to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before installing a supported operating system. • For more information on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs in only one correct orientation. The...plate (A), then push A the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to Enabled. ASUS P5VD2-X 1-11 Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 2: BIOS setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is supported ...
To use the Hyper-Threading compiler to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before installing a supported operating system. • For more information on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs in only one correct orientation. The...plate (A), then push A the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to Enabled. ASUS P5VD2-X 1-11 Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 2: BIOS setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is supported ...
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... the slot that came with the screw you intend to install expansion cards. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the... expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Failure to do so may cause you may need to use . 4. Secure the card to the chassis with...
... the slot that came with the screw you intend to install expansion cards. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the... expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Failure to do so may cause you may need to use . 4. Secure the card to the chassis with...
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The figure shows a network card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI Express specifications. Refer to [PCI-E*1]. The figure shows a LAN card ... that comply with the PCI Express specifications. If you want to use the PCI-Express x1 function, set Ex-SATA/PCI-E*1 Option item in the BIOS to page 2-25 for details. 1.8.6 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI specifications.
The figure shows a network card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI Express specifications. Refer to [PCI-E*1]. The figure shows a LAN card ... that comply with the PCI Express specifications. If you want to use the PCI-Express x1 function, set Ex-SATA/PCI-E*1 Option item in the BIOS to page 2-25 for details. 1.8.6 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI specifications.
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...button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. 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. 1.9 Jumpers 1. You can ... cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. ASUS P5VD2-X 1-23 Remove the onboard battery. 3. Re-install the battery. 5. P5VD2-X ® P5VD2-X Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (...
...button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. 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. 1.9 Jumpers 1. You can ... cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. ASUS P5VD2-X 1-23 Remove the onboard battery. 3. Re-install the battery. 5. P5VD2-X ® P5VD2-X Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (...
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... and USBPWR34 jumpers are for the internal USB connectors that can connect to wake up +5V +5VSB 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction This feature requires an ATX power supply that you can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is for the rear USB ports. 2. Set this jumper to pins... mode). USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS.
... and USBPWR34 jumpers are for the internal USB connectors that can connect to wake up +5V +5VSB 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction This feature requires an ATX power supply that you can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is for the rear USB ports. 2. Set this jumper to pins... mode). USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS.
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... installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can can combine with an external Serial ATA hard disk drive, to section "Onboard Devices Configuration" in the BIOS for details on Serial ATA • The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD) is for Serial ATA 1.5 Gb/s hard disk drives. SATA2 GND...
... installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can can combine with an external Serial ATA hard disk drive, to section "Onboard Devices Configuration" in the BIOS for details on Serial ATA • The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD) is for Serial ATA 1.5 Gb/s hard disk drives. SATA2 GND...
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... use the high-definition audio features. • By default, this connector is set to this connector, set the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS Setup to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P5VD2-X ® CHASSIS 1-34 (Default) P5VD2-X Chassis intrusion connector Chapter 1: Product introduction The...
... use the high-definition audio features. • By default, this connector is set to this connector, set the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS Setup to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P5VD2-X ® CHASSIS 1-34 (Default) P5VD2-X Chassis intrusion connector Chapter 1: Product introduction The...
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System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Connect the HDD Activity LED ... puts the system in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED This 2-pin connector is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. 12. ASUS P5VD2-X 1-35
System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Connect the HDD Activity LED ... puts the system in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED This 2-pin connector is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. 12. ASUS P5VD2-X 1-35
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Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. ASUS P5VD2-X 2- This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup BIOS se2tup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. ASUS P5VD2-X 2- This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup BIOS se2tup menus.
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... original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or Award BIOS Flash utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Quit all Windows® applications before you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in DOS mode using this utility. 2- Chapter 2: BIOS setup ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using...
... original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or Award BIOS Flash utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Quit all Windows® applications before you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in DOS mode using this utility. 2- Chapter 2: BIOS setup ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using...
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click Auto Select. ASUS P5VD2-X 2- Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Click Next. Select Update BIOS from the 3. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
click Auto Select. ASUS P5VD2-X 2- Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Click Next. Select Update BIOS from the 3. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
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... click Next. 3. Always update the utility to download. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Click Next. 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to avail all its features.
... click Next. 3. Always update the utility to download. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Click Next. 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to avail all its features.
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... of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. d. ASUS P5VD2-X 2- At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press . A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. e. In the Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a: assuming that D is your optical drive letter. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. Select the...
... of the following to create a bootable floppy disk. d. ASUS P5VD2-X 2- At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S then press . A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. e. In the Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a: assuming that D is your optical drive letter. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. Select the...