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...PCIPnP 3-24 3.7 Power menu 3-24 3.7.1 Suspend Mode 3-24 3.7.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume 3-24 3.7.3 ACPI 2.0 Support 3-24 3.7.4 ACPI APIC Support 3-25 3.7.5 APM Configuration 3-25 3.7.6 Hardware Monitor 3-26 3.8 Boot menu 3-27 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-27 3.8.2...28 3.9 Tools menu 3-30 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-31 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-31 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-32 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-33 3.10 Exit menu 3-34 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software ...
...PCIPnP 3-24 3.7 Power menu 3-24 3.7.1 Suspend Mode 3-24 3.7.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume 3-24 3.7.3 ACPI 2.0 Support 3-24 3.7.4 ACPI APIC Support 3-25 3.7.5 APM Configuration 3-25 3.7.6 Hardware Monitor 3-26 3.8 Boot menu 3-27 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority 3-27 3.8.2...28 3.9 Tools menu 3-30 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-31 3.9.2 Express Gate 3-31 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-32 3.9.4 AI NET 2 3-33 3.10 Exit menu 3-34 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software ...
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Contents 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS TurboV 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS Express Gate 4-8 4.3.7 Audio configurations 4-9 4.4 RAID configurations 4-10 4.4.1 RAID...RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-15 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-15 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.2 Installing CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.2.1 Dual ...
Contents 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS TurboV 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS Express Gate 4-8 4.3.7 Audio configurations 4-9 4.4 RAID configurations 4-10 4.4.1 RAID...RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-15 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-15 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.2 Installing CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.2.1 Dual ...
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... This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. Refer to change system settings through... the BIOS Setup menus. Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. ...
... This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. Refer to change system settings through... the BIOS Setup menus. Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. ...
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...Express x1 slot 2 x PCI slots Supports ATI® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Intel® ICH10R Southbridge: - 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports - P6T SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio ...LGA1366 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor Supports Intel® Dynamic Speed Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support...
...Express x1 slot 2 x PCI slots Supports ATI® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Intel® ICH10R Southbridge: - 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports - P6T SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio ...LGA1366 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor Supports Intel® Dynamic Speed Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support...
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P6T SE specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX...2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, 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 x 24.4cm) *...
P6T SE specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX...2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, 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 x 24.4cm) *...
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... below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P6T SE motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for reference only. ASUS P6T SE 1-1 Product introduction Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it...
... below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P6T SE motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for reference only. ASUS P6T SE 1-1 Product introduction Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it...
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Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use interface-allowing you set new ambitions on the environment. It also supports up to -use of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in LGA1366 package with rendering speed, eliminating the need to...
Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use interface-allowing you set new ambitions on the environment. It also supports up to -use of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in LGA1366 package with rendering speed, eliminating the need to...
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... Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Timing DIMM (BIOS) (1333-9-9-9-24) CL10 (1333-8-8-8-24) CL10 (1333-8-8-8-24) Voltage 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* • • • • • • ASUS P6T SE 2-11 P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability Vendor Part No. Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink...
... Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Timing DIMM (BIOS) (1333-9-9-9-24) CL10 (1333-8-8-8-24) CL10 (1333-8-8-8-24) Voltage 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* • • • • • • ASUS P6T SE 2-11 P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability Vendor Part No. Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink...
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... 7 (1333-9-9-9-24) 8 CL8-8-8-20 (1066-7-7-7-20) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* • • 1.9 • • 1.65 • • • • 1.9 • • Side(s): SS - P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability Vendor A-DATA CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR ...the orange slots (A1, B1 and C1) as one set of Triple-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of 2) SS/ Chip DS Brand SS N/A SS N/A SS N/A...
... 7 (1333-9-9-9-24) 8 CL8-8-8-20 (1066-7-7-7-20) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* • • 1.9 • • 1.65 • • • • 1.9 • • Side(s): SS - P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability Vendor A-DATA CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR ...the orange slots (A1, B1 and C1) as one set of Triple-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of 2) SS/ Chip DS Brand SS N/A SS N/A SS N/A...
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...of 2) SS N/A 2GB (Kit of 2) DS N/A 4GB (Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-21 (1333-8-8-824) Voltage 1.9 1.7-1.9 1.65 2.0 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D 1.75-1.85 P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor A-DATA A-DATA Apacer Apacer Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial Crucial Crucial...) (1337-8-8-8-22) 1.65 •• (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65 •••• (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.5-1.65 (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65 •••• ASUS P6T SE 2-13
...of 2) SS N/A 2GB (Kit of 2) DS N/A 4GB (Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-21 (1333-8-8-824) Voltage 1.9 1.7-1.9 1.65 2.0 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D 1.75-1.85 P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor A-DATA A-DATA Apacer Apacer Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial Crucial Crucial...) (1337-8-8-8-22) 1.65 •• (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65 •••• (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.5-1.65 (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65 •••• ASUS P6T SE 2-13
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... PQC3648S15R (1333-9-9-9-24) • •••• •• •••• P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability Vendor Part No. G.SKILL F3-10666CL9T-6GBNQ KINGMAX KINGSTON KINGSTON MICRON...) J5308BASE-AC-E J1108BABG-DJ-E Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage 7 1.1 7 7 7 CL7 (1066-7-7-7-20) 7 8 CL7 (1066-7-7-7-20) DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D •••• •••• N/A Heat-Sink Package 6-6-6-15 1.65 HYNIX H5TQ1G83AFPG7C 7 HYNIX HY5TQ1G831ZNFP...
... PQC3648S15R (1333-9-9-9-24) • •••• •• •••• P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability Vendor Part No. G.SKILL F3-10666CL9T-6GBNQ KINGMAX KINGSTON KINGSTON MICRON...) J5308BASE-AC-E J1108BABG-DJ-E Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage 7 1.1 7 7 7 CL7 (1066-7-7-7-20) 7 8 CL7 (1066-7-7-7-20) DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D •••• •••• N/A Heat-Sink Package 6-6-6-15 1.65 HYNIX H5TQ1G83AFPG7C 7 HYNIX HY5TQ1G831ZNFP...
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... set of Triple-channel memory configuration. • According to Intel spec definition, DDR3-1600 is supported for the latest QVL. P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability (continued) Vendor Part No. ASUS exclusively provides two DDR3-1600 DIMM support for each memory channel. • Visit the ASUS website for one DIMM per channel only.
... set of Triple-channel memory configuration. • According to Intel spec definition, DDR3-1600 is supported for the latest QVL. P6T SE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability (continued) Vendor Part No. ASUS exclusively provides two DDR3-1600 DIMM support for each memory channel. • Visit the ASUS website for one DIMM per channel only.
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Press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that ... the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Failure to do so may cause severe damage...
Press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that ... the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: 1. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Failure to do so may cause severe damage...
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...an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already ... See Chapter 3 for later use . Failure to do not need to the table on the next page. 3. ASUS P6T SE 2-17 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Keep the screw for information on the slot. 5. Refer to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the slots...
...an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already ... See Chapter 3 for later use . Failure to do not need to the table on the next page. 3. ASUS P6T SE 2-17 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Keep the screw for information on the slot. 5. Refer to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the slots...
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...) PCI Express x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue, at x16 link) ASUS P6T SE 2-19 Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with PCI specifications. Refer to...
...) PCI Express x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue, at x16 link) ASUS P6T SE 2-19 Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with PCI specifications. Refer to...
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Chapter 2 • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS P6T SE 2-27 The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to avail of the system chassis. Connect one end of the front ...;c�to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to [HD Audio]. 2.7.3 Internal connectors...
Chapter 2 • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS P6T SE 2-27 The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to avail of the system chassis. Connect one end of the front ...;c�to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to [HD Audio]. 2.7.3 Internal connectors...
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...; ICH10R RAID controller. See section 3.4.2 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as item... ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10) is available only if you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to these connectors. ASUS P6T SE 2-29 4. If you are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details.
...; ICH10R RAID controller. See section 3.4.2 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as item... ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10) is available only if you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to these connectors. ASUS P6T SE 2-29 4. If you are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details.
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.... Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. 6. USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Chapter 2 5. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to...
.... Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. 6. USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Chapter 2 5. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to...
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...fan connectors on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS Q FAN 2 feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. These are not jumpers! Do not place ...jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that you install two VGA cards, we recommend ...
...fan connectors on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS Q FAN 2 feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. These are not jumpers! Do not place ...jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that you install two VGA cards, we recommend ...
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...Thermaltake PUREPower-600AP Silverstone SST-ST75ZF EnerMAX EG701AX-VE (E)(24P) ASUS P6T SE 2-33 otherwise, the system will not boot. • Use of 600 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These ...you want to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for ATX power supply plugs. The system may become unstable or may not...
...Thermaltake PUREPower-600AP Silverstone SST-ST75ZF EnerMAX EG701AX-VE (E)(24P) ASUS P6T SE 2-33 otherwise, the system will not boot. • Use of 600 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These ...you want to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for ATX power supply plugs. The system may become unstable or may not...