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... Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5E64 WS Evolution specifications xii 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 special features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS stylish features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features 1-7 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...viii Safety information ix About this guide x P5E64 WS Evolution specifications xii 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 special features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS stylish features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features 1-7 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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... damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not sure about the voltage of electronic products. This symbol... in your retailer. Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors,...
... damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not sure about the voltage of electronic products. This symbol... in your retailer. Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors,...
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... hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. It includes description of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence...
... hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. It includes description of shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence...
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Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
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...;o�d�u�le� 1 x COM port module Serial ATA signal cable for 8 devices Serial ATA power cable for buying an ASUS® P5E64 WS Evolution motherboard! Diagnosis card (Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line...
...;o�d�u�le� 1 x COM port module Serial ATA signal cable for 8 devices Serial ATA power cable for buying an ASUS® P5E64 WS Evolution motherboard! Diagnosis card (Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line...
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...page 2-13 for twice the current speed and bandwidth. 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 meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the... latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for details. 1-2 ...
...page 2-13 for twice the current speed and bandwidth. 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 meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the... latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for details. 1-2 ...
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Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on cards. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-3 The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. See page 2-28 to analog... digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. See page 2-25 and 2-28 for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to LAN without the cost of data from WAN to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (...
Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on cards. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-3 The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. See page 2-28 to analog... digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. See page 2-25 and 2-28 for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to LAN without the cost of data from WAN to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (...
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... Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. ASUS Workstation Features ASUS Workstation features provide complete support to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. Working together with P5E64 WS Evolution motherboard (retail version), the G.P. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can continue running low intensity...
... Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption. ASUS Workstation Features ASUS Workstation features provide complete support to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. Working together with P5E64 WS Evolution motherboard (retail version), the G.P. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can continue running low intensity...
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...other conventional power solutions. The Heat Pipe design is fully compatible with a better choice for storage expansion and upgrade needs. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-5 No software or driver required, the hardware-based HE 95 automatically saves power for users to install side-flow ...design effectively directs the heat generated by yourself. Fanless Design - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more current immediately under heavy loading or overclocking mode. HE 95, this motherboard is able to achieve 95%+ power efficiency in light loading mode...
...other conventional power solutions. The Heat Pipe design is fully compatible with a better choice for storage expansion and upgrade needs. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-5 No software or driver required, the hardware-based HE 95 automatically saves power for users to install side-flow ...design effectively directs the heat generated by yourself. Fanless Design - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more current immediately under heavy loading or overclocking mode. HE 95, this motherboard is able to achieve 95%+ power efficiency in light loading mode...
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... 2 creates a virtual center channel that expands the overall sound field without introducing a picket fencing effect. It effectively transfers heat generated by ASUS. See page 5-24 to 5-32 for details. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice...you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the specially designed PCB (printed circuit board) for effective heat dissipation. ASUS Stack Cool 2 Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-...
... 2 creates a virtual center channel that expands the overall sound field without introducing a picket fencing effect. It effectively transfers heat generated by ASUS. See page 5-24 to 5-32 for details. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice...you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of the specially designed PCB (printed circuit board) for effective heat dissipation. ASUS Stack Cool 2 Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-...
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...See page 4-5 and 4-39 for details. See page 4-36 for a more colorful and vivid image on the power. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS AI Slot Detector When PCIE/PCI devices are installed, you to share and distribute their favorite settings. See page 2-22 for the ...ultimate customized overclocking configuration. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-7 Profile that allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 4-23...
...See page 4-5 and 4-39 for details. See page 4-36 for a more colorful and vivid image on the power. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS AI Slot Detector When PCIE/PCI devices are installed, you to share and distribute their favorite settings. See page 2-22 for the ...ultimate customized overclocking configuration. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-7 Profile that allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 4-23...
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Due to overclocking. function. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required before using C.P.R. When the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter.
Due to overclocking. function. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required before using C.P.R. When the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter.
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It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: 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. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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Diagnosis card installation 2-37 ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 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 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-19 2.6 Jumper 2-23 2.7 Connectors 2-24 2.8 G.P.
Diagnosis card installation 2-37 ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 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 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-19 2.6 Jumper 2-23 2.7 Connectors 2-24 2.8 G.P.
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...following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. SB_PWR ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION ON Standby Power P5E64 WS Evolution Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-1 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. ... power supply case, before removing or plugging in the bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before ...
...following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. SB_PWR ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION ON Standby Power P5E64 WS Evolution Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-1 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. ... power supply case, before removing or plugging in the bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before ...
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Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it . Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the...before installing or removing the motherboard. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated...
Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it . Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the...before installing or removing the motherboard. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated...
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ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-3 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) KB_USB56 EATX12V CPU_FAN PWR_FAN Super I/O FLOPPY SPDIF_O12 LAN1_USB12 LGA775 PRI_EIDE DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR3 ...X48 Marvell® 88E8001 USB1112 CD ADI 1988B VIA VT6308S AAFP DET_X4_1 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX4_1 ® DET_X16_1 PCIEX16_1 DET_X16_2 PCIEX16_2 DET_PCI1 PCI1 DET_X16_3 P5E64 WS EVOLUTION PCIEX16_3 DET_PCI2 PCI2 DET_X16_4 PCIEX16_4 IE1394_2 COM1 CHA_FAN3 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB910 USB78 PEX8518 CHA_FAN4 Marvell® 88E6145 SATA_E2 SATA_E1...
ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-3 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) KB_USB56 EATX12V CPU_FAN PWR_FAN Super I/O FLOPPY SPDIF_O12 LAN1_USB12 LGA775 PRI_EIDE DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR3 ...X48 Marvell® 88E8001 USB1112 CD ADI 1988B VIA VT6308S AAFP DET_X4_1 CHA_FAN1 PCIEX4_1 ® DET_X16_1 PCIEX16_1 DET_X16_2 PCIEX16_2 DET_PCI1 PCI1 DET_X16_3 P5E64 WS EVOLUTION PCIEX16_3 DET_PCI2 PCI2 DET_X16_4 PCIEX16_4 IE1394_2 COM1 CHA_FAN3 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB910 USB78 PEX8518 CHA_FAN4 Marvell® 88E6145 SATA_E2 SATA_E1...
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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 / Core™ 2 / Pentium® D / Pentium...if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan...
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 / Core™ 2 / Pentium® D / Pentium...if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan...
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... the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you are installing a CPU. 3. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-7 To prevent damage to the left . 2. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION P5E64 WS Evolution CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing...
... the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you are installing a CPU. 3. ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-7 To prevent damage to the left . 2. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® P5E64 WS EVOLUTION P5E64 WS Evolution CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing...