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...: - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS ASUS TurboV utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vDRAM Bus: 49-step DRAM bus voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiv P6TD Deluxe specifications summary ASUS Unique features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - ASUS True 16+2 Phase Power Design - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS TurboV - ASUS O.C. Express...
...: - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 Multi-language BIOS ASUS TurboV utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vDRAM Bus: 49-step DRAM bus voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xiv P6TD Deluxe specifications summary ASUS Unique features ASUS Stylish Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS EPU-6 Engine - ASUS True 16+2 Phase Power Design - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS TurboV - ASUS O.C. Express...
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P6TD Deluxe 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 SATA 1 x IEEE1394a 2 x RJ45 ports 8 x USB 2.0/1.1... 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 x 24.4cm) *Specifications...
P6TD Deluxe 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 SATA 1 x IEEE1394a 2 x RJ45 ports 8 x USB 2.0/1.1... 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 x 24.4cm) *Specifications...
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... page 2-11 for a more secure working environment. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-5 Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary ... Support This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which is purchased separately. ASUS Crystal Sound ...This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in different geographic regions and system loading. Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to install computer components, update the BIOS...
... page 2-11 for a more secure working environment. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-5 Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary ... Support This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which is purchased separately. ASUS Crystal Sound ...This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in different geographic regions and system loading. Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to install computer components, update the BIOS...
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ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-7 The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your system easier and faster. See page 3-9 for details. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. See page 4-8 for details.
ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 1-7 The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your system easier and faster. See page 3-9 for details. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. See page 4-8 for details.
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... operate at a higher frequency, refer to support a full memory load (6 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability Vendor KINGSTON Part No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* KHX16000D3K2/2GN (EPP) 2GB (Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink... • ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-13 For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not ...
... operate at a higher frequency, refer to support a full memory load (6 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability Vendor KINGSTON Part No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* KHX16000D3K2/2GN (EPP) 2GB (Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink... • ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-13 For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not ...
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.../N: TW3X4G1800C8DF (CM3X2G1800C8D) KHX14400D3/1G KHX14400D3K3/3GX (XMP) TX1800KLU-2GK (XMP) PVS32G1800LLKN (EPP) Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability Vendor Part No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* 1GB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7 • • 4GB (Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package...
.../N: TW3X4G1800C8DF (CM3X2G1800C8D) KHX14400D3/1G KHX14400D3K3/3GX (XMP) TX1800KLU-2GK (XMP) PVS32G1800LLKN (EPP) Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability Vendor Part No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* 1GB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7 • • 4GB (Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package...
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P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability (continued) Vendor Part No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 (1601-8-8-8-24) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 (1333-9-9-9-24) SS N/A Heat-Sink ...; 1.65 ••• 2.0 ••• 1.65 ••• ••• 1.751.85 ••• ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-15 Size CORSAIR TR3X6G1600C8D (XMP) CORSAIR Crucial G.SKILL TR3X6G1600C9 (XMP) BL12864BA1608.8SFB (XMP) F3-12800CL7D-2GBHZ G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-2GBNQ G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D...
P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability (continued) Vendor Part No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 (1601-8-8-8-24) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 (1333-9-9-9-24) SS N/A Heat-Sink ...; 1.65 ••• 2.0 ••• 1.65 ••• ••• 1.751.85 ••• ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-15 Size CORSAIR TR3X6G1600C8D (XMP) CORSAIR Crucial G.SKILL TR3X6G1600C9 (XMP) BL12864BA1608.8SFB (XMP) F3-12800CL7D-2GBHZ G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-2GBNQ G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D...
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ASUS exclusively provides two DDR3-1600 DIMM support for one DIMM per channel only. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor Part No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D* KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/1G ...•••• G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBPK 2GB (kit of individual CPUs. • Please load X.M.P or D.O.C.P setting in BIOS for hyper DIMM (DDR3 1800MHz or above) support. • According to Intel spec definition, DDR3-1600 is supported for each memory channel...
ASUS exclusively provides two DDR3-1600 DIMM support for one DIMM per channel only. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor Part No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D* KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/1G ...•••• G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBPK 2GB (kit of individual CPUs. • Please load X.M.P or D.O.C.P setting in BIOS for hyper DIMM (DDR3 1800MHz or above) support. • According to Intel spec definition, DDR3-1600 is supported for each memory channel...
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Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D* G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D-4GBPK 4GB (kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65 •••• G.SKILL F3-... 6GB (kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package CL9-9-9-24 (1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 • PQI MFACR322LA0105 1GB DS PQI PQC3648S15R (1333-9-9-9-24) •••• ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-17 P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability (continued) Vendor Part No.
Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D* G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D-4GBPK 4GB (kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65 •••• G.SKILL F3-... 6GB (kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package CL9-9-9-24 (1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 • PQI MFACR322LA0105 1GB DS PQI PQC3648S15R (1333-9-9-9-24) •••• ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-17 P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability (continued) Vendor Part No.
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Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Double-sided...1GB 2GB 1GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 2GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 2GB SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability Vendor Part No. CORSAIR Crucial Crucial Crucial ELPIDA CM3X1024-1066C7... ELPIDA DS ELPIDA DS ELPIDA Heat-Sink Package Z9HWQ D9JNL D9JNL J1108BABG-DJ-E J5308BASE-AC-E (ECC) J5308BASE-AC-E J1108BABG-DJ-E Timing DIMM (BIOS) 7 7 7 7 CL7 (1066-7-7-7-20) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D* 1.1 ••• ••...
Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Double-sided...1GB 2GB 1GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 2GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 2GB SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. P6TD Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability Vendor Part No. CORSAIR Crucial Crucial Crucial ELPIDA CM3X1024-1066C7... ELPIDA DS ELPIDA DS ELPIDA Heat-Sink Package Z9HWQ D9JNL D9JNL J1108BABG-DJ-E J5308BASE-AC-E (ECC) J5308BASE-AC-E J1108BABG-DJ-E Timing DIMM (BIOS) 7 7 7 7 CL7 (1066-7-7-7-20) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D* 1.1 ••• ••...
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ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-23 See page 2-35 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the PCIe x16_3 slot, the three PCIe x16 slots ... x16, x8, x8 link as the default. • You may manually reassign the link width of PCIe x16_2 and PCIe x16_3 slots in BIOS settings. See page 3-25 for details. • We recommend that you install a PCIe x16 graphics card on to the PCIe x16_1 slot,...a bandwidth faster than x8 link to the PCIe x16_2 slot, and a PCIe device with a bandwidth slower than x4 link to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for details.
ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-23 See page 2-35 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the PCIe x16_3 slot, the three PCIe x16 slots ... x16, x8, x8 link as the default. • You may manually reassign the link width of PCIe x16_2 and PCIe x16_3 slots in BIOS settings. See page 3-25 for details. • We recommend that you install a PCIe x16 graphics card on to the PCIe x16_1 slot,...a bandwidth faster than x8 link to the PCIe x16_2 slot, and a PCIe device with a bandwidth slower than x4 link to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for details.
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... functions well under high voltage settings. We recommend you install the DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-25 Read the following information before you change the setting of the OV_CPU jumper, shut down the computer and move the cap back...1.65V. • The system may cause the system to enable or disable the advanced CPU, DRAM Bus, and QPI DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. CPU / DRAM Bus / QPI DRAM overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU, 3-pin OV_DRAM_BUS, 3-pin OV_QPI_DRAM) These jumpers allow you change the jumper ...
... functions well under high voltage settings. We recommend you install the DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-25 Read the following information before you change the setting of the OV_CPU jumper, shut down the computer and move the cap back...1.65V. • The system may cause the system to enable or disable the advanced CPU, DRAM Bus, and QPI DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. CPU / DRAM Bus / QPI DRAM overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU, 3-pin OV_DRAM_BUS, 3-pin OV_QPI_DRAM) These jumpers allow you change the jumper ...
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... the system is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector....connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. System panel connector (20-8 pin...the system power LED. 12. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-37
... the system is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector....connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. System panel connector (20-8 pin...the system power LED. 12. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-37
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...Refer to section 3.6 Power Menu in Chapter 3 for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-41 If you are using Windows® Vista™: 1. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep ...Computer. 2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the Turn Off button to soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 2.11.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON,...
...Refer to section 3.6 Power Menu in Chapter 3 for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 2-41 If you are using Windows® Vista™: 1. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds puts the system to sleep ...Computer. 2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. Click the Turn Off button to soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 2.11.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON,...
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Chapter summary 3 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.3 Main menu 3-9 3.4 Ai Tweaker 3-14 3.5 Advanced menu 3-22 3.6 Power menu 3-29 3.7 Boot menu 3-33 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.9 Exit menu 3-41 ASUS P6TD Deluxe
Chapter summary 3 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.3 Main menu 3-9 3.4 Ai Tweaker 3-14 3.5 Advanced menu 3-22 3.6 Power menu 3-29 3.7 Boot menu 3-33 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.9 Exit menu 3-41 ASUS P6TD Deluxe
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... in the support DVD that allows you need to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 3-1 3.1 Managing and updating your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility: Restores the BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install...
... in the support DVD that allows you need to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 3-1 3.1 Managing and updating your system. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility: Restores the BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install...
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Click Next. 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. P6TDD.ROM P6TDD ASUS P6TD Deluxe 3-3 Follow the screen instructions to download. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to complete the...
Click Next. 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. P6TDD.ROM P6TDD ASUS P6TD Deluxe 3-3 Follow the screen instructions to download. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to complete the...
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...any of these two ways: • Press + during POST to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.38 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: P6TD DELUXE VER: 0103 DATE: 07/09/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [...reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2 1. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Go to the Tools ...
...any of these two ways: • Press + during POST to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.38 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: P6TD DELUXE VER: 0103 DATE: 07/09/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [...reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2 1. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Go to the Tools ...
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... reset the system while recovering the BIOS! ASUS P6TD Deluxe 3-5 To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that contains the BIOS file. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that you to enter BIOS Setup to the USB port. 3. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older...
... reset the system while recovering the BIOS! ASUS P6TD Deluxe 3-5 To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that contains the BIOS file. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that you to enter BIOS Setup to the USB port. 3. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older...
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... screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot General help Tools Exit System Time [11:49:25] System Date [Fri 07/10/2009] Language [English] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to another. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 3-7 Sub-menu items Navigation keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar...
... screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot General help Tools Exit System Time [11:49:25] System Date [Fri 07/10/2009] Language [English] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to another. ASUS P6TD Deluxe 3-7 Sub-menu items Navigation keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar...