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... up to 500 MHz at 0.00625V increment - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - Profile - Express Gate SSD ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS True 16+2 Phase Power Design - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment - ASUS Fanless Design: Stack Cool 2 - P6T Deluxe V2 specifications summary ASUS Unique features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS TurboV - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - vCPU PLL: 36-step...
... up to 500 MHz at 0.00625V increment - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - Profile - Express Gate SSD ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS True 16+2 Phase Power Design - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment - ASUS Fanless Design: Stack Cool 2 - P6T Deluxe V2 specifications summary ASUS Unique features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS TurboV - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - vCPU PLL: 36-step...
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xiv P6T Deluxe V2 specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) 1 x External ... System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x TPM connector 1 x Power on switch 1 x Reset switch 16 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, Multi-language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Image-Editing Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm...
xiv P6T Deluxe V2 specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) 1 x External ... System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x TPM connector 1 x Power on switch 1 x Reset switch 16 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, Multi-language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Image-Editing Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm...
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This is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in line with the ASUS vision of individual CPUs. Intel® Core™ i7 processor is in the world. Hyper DIMM (DDR3 1800MHz or above) support is...1333/1066 MHz to support 3-channel (6 DIMMs) DDR3 memory. P6T Deluxe V2 supports 2-Way SLI or Quad-GPU SLI only. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on Demand P6T Deluxe V2 breaks the boundaries to bring you 've never experienced before! ...
This is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in line with the ASUS vision of individual CPUs. Intel® Core™ i7 processor is in the world. Hyper DIMM (DDR3 1800MHz or above) support is...1333/1066 MHz to support 3-channel (6 DIMMs) DDR3 memory. P6T Deluxe V2 supports 2-Way SLI or Quad-GPU SLI only. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on Demand P6T Deluxe V2 breaks the boundaries to bring you 've never experienced before! ...
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... online from bootup, Express Gate is bringing to the ASUS motherboards. 16+2 phase power design (16-phase to vCore; 2-phase to vDRAM/QPI controller inside CPU) can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 1-3 1.3.2 ASUS Unique features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC...
... online from bootup, Express Gate is bringing to the ASUS motherboards. 16+2 phase power design (16-phase to vCore; 2-phase to vDRAM/QPI controller inside CPU) can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 1-3 1.3.2 ASUS Unique features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC...
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...ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 1-5 TPM Support This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which is purchased separately. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature, which provides you easy ways to provide sufficient airflow over the CPU power... modules and chipset area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is specifically designed to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can ...
...ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 1-5 TPM Support This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which is purchased separately. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature, which provides you easy ways to provide sufficient airflow over the CPU power... modules and chipset area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is specifically designed to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can ...
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...following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching...power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2...
...following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching...power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2...
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...) 14. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 4. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 13. Express_Gate SSD Page 2-36 2-6 2-34 2-12 2-25 2-30 2-31 2-24 2-38 2-29 2-26 2-35 2-32 2-33 2-29 2-37 2-35 2-37 4-35 ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-3 DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Digital...
...) 14. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 4. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 13. Express_Gate SSD Page 2-36 2-6 2-34 2-12 2-25 2-30 2-31 2-24 2-38 2-29 2-26 2-35 2-32 2-33 2-29 2-37 2-35 2-37 4-35 ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-3 DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Digital...
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...PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-5 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 cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. • Upon purchase of the motherboard... after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a ...
...PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-5 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 cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. • Upon purchase of the motherboard... after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a ...
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...is keyed with extra force. 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-19 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to remove a DIMM. 2 1. Unlock a DIMM... when pressing the retaining clips. Locked Retaining Clip 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with a notch ... seated. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
...is keyed with extra force. 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-19 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to remove a DIMM. 2 1. Unlock a DIMM... when pressing the retaining clips. Locked Retaining Clip 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with a notch ... seated. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-23 See page 3-28 for details. • We recommend that you install a PCIe x16...the three PCIe x16 slots will work at x16, x16, x1 link as the default. • If you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. See page 2-34 for better thermal environment. See page 2-36 for... details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for details. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card ...
ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-23 See page 3-28 for details. • We recommend that you install a PCIe x16...the three PCIe x16 slots will work at x16, x16, x1 link as the default. • If you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. See page 2-34 for better thermal environment. See page 2-36 for... details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for details. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card ...
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... the system front panel case lights up. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. System power 6. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-41 After applying power, the system power LED on , hold down the key to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. If your retailer for the first time.... The system then runs the power-on the devices in Chapter 3. Turn on self tests or POST. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. 2.10 Starting up or...
... the system front panel case lights up. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. System power 6. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 2-41 After applying power, the system power LED on , hold down the key to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. If your retailer for the first time.... The system then runs the power-on the devices in Chapter 3. Turn on self tests or POST. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. 2.10 Starting up or...
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Chapter summary 3 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3 Main menu 3-12 3.4 Ai Tweaker 3-17 3.5 Advanced menu 3-25 3.6 Power menu 3-32 3.7 Boot menu 3-36 3.8 Tools menu 3-40 3.9 Exit menu 3-44 ASUS P6T Deluxe V2
Chapter summary 3 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.3 Main menu 3-12 3.4 Ai Tweaker 3-17 3.5 Advanced menu 3-25 3.6 Power menu 3-32 3.7 Boot menu 3-36 3.8 Tools menu 3-40 3.9 Exit menu 3-44 ASUS P6T Deluxe V2
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...P6T Deluxe V2 VER: 0309 DATE: 09/15/2008 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit (2) Enter BIOS setup program. Save the BIOS file to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard...setup To update the BIOS using a DOS‑based utility. Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). When the correct BIOS file is found . 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to the floppy ...
...P6T Deluxe V2 VER: 0309 DATE: 09/15/2008 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit (2) Enter BIOS setup program. Save the BIOS file to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard...setup To update the BIOS using a DOS‑based utility. Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). When the correct BIOS file is found . 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to the floppy ...
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... and starts updating the BIOS. Reboot the system from the motherboard support DVD to type the exact BIOS filename at the prompt type: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] is completed. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc...prompt. 2. Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... A:\>afudos /iP6TD.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - All rights reserved. Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-7 A:\>afudos /iP6TD.ROM AMI Firmware...
... and starts updating the BIOS. Reboot the system from the motherboard support DVD to type the exact BIOS filename at the prompt type: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] is completed. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc...prompt. 2. Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... A:\>afudos /iP6TD.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - All rights reserved. Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-7 A:\>afudos /iP6TD.ROM AMI Firmware...
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...Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing , or by turning the system off and then back on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. If you with its test routines. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-9 This section explains how to run this section are for this utility. When you start up the computer,... keys. • The default BIOS settings for most conditions to "Run Setup." Use the BIOS Setup program when you can change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that you can recognize these changes and record them ...
...Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing , or by turning the system off and then back on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. If you with its test routines. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-9 This section explains how to run this section are for this utility. When you start up the computer,... keys. • The default BIOS settings for most conditions to "Run Setup." Use the BIOS Setup program when you can change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that you can recognize these changes and record them ...
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... fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is not user-configurable. To change the value of the selected item. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-11 Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to select a field. A configurable field is enclosed in .] [English] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] ... the other items on any menu screen means that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. System Time System Date Floppy Diskette A Language SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4...
... fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is not user-configurable. To change the value of the selected item. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-11 Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to select a field. A configurable field is enclosed in .] [English] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] ... the other items on any menu screen means that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. System Time System Date Floppy Diskette A Language SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4...
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... Overclocks DRAM frequency by adjusting BCLK frequency. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio Setting Intel(R)...When X.M.P. Scroll down to display the following items vary depending on the motherboard. Allows you install on the CPU and memory modules you to set overclocking... D.O.C.P X.M.P. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-17 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you install memory...
... Overclocks DRAM frequency by adjusting BCLK frequency. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio Setting Intel(R)...When X.M.P. Scroll down to display the following items vary depending on the motherboard. Allows you install on the CPU and memory modules you to set overclocking... D.O.C.P X.M.P. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-17 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you install memory...
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP Configure CPU. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU...(R) C-STATE Tech [Enabled] [Enabled] [All] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Select Screen Select Item +- ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-25 NOTE: If an invalid ratio is set in this screen may be different due to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit...
BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP Configure CPU. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU...(R) C-STATE Tech [Enabled] [Enabled] [All] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Select Screen Select Item +- ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-25 NOTE: If an invalid ratio is set in this screen may be different due to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit...
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.... When set to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) TurboMode tech [Enabled] Turbo mode allows processor cores to save more power under idle mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [C1] [C3] [C6] [C7] ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-27 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Disabled] The Intel® C-State Technology allows the CPU to run faster...
.... When set to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) TurboMode tech [Enabled] Turbo mode allows processor cores to save more power under idle mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [C1] [C3] [C6] [C7] ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-27 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Disabled] The Intel® C-State Technology allows the CPU to run faster...
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... [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-33 Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PCIE devices to disable the Power On by PCI devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled] Allows... set to generate a wake event. When set values. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61...
... [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 3-33 Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PCIE devices to disable the Power On by PCI devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled] Allows... set to generate a wake event. When set values. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61...