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... ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Copies of this information. No part of these licenses are used only for backup purposes, without any language in writing by any problems in this email address). This offer is defaced or missing. Offer to have it from http://support.asus...
... ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Copies of this information. No part of these licenses are used only for backup purposes, without any language in writing by any problems in this email address). This offer is defaced or missing. Offer to have it from http://support.asus...
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... ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Manual 2-14 2.4.2 Turbo Ratio [Auto 2-14 2.4.3 Internal PLL Overvoltage 2-14 2.4.4 Memory Frequency [Auto 2-14 2.4.5 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled 2-14 2.4.6 OC Tuner 2-15 2.4.7 DRAM Timing Control 2-15 2.4.8 CPU Power Management 2-15 2.4.9 Offset Mode Sign 2-16 2.4.10 DRAM Voltage [Auto...
... ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Manual 2-14 2.4.2 Turbo Ratio [Auto 2-14 2.4.3 Internal PLL Overvoltage 2-14 2.4.4 Memory Frequency [Auto 2-14 2.4.5 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled 2-14 2.4.6 OC Tuner 2-15 2.4.7 DRAM Timing Control 2-15 2.4.8 CPU Power Management 2-15 2.4.9 Offset Mode Sign 2-16 2.4.10 DRAM Voltage [Auto...
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... frequency as default. ****Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Due to the CrossFireX™ limitation, DO NOT use the PCIe x1 slots when you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on the next page) ix P8P67 LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support LAN Storage LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST) Supports...
... frequency as default. ****Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Due to the CrossFireX™ limitation, DO NOT use the PCIe x1 slots when you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on the next page) ix P8P67 LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support LAN Storage LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST) Supports...
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...4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x COM connector 1 x Turbo Key II switch 1 x MemOK! xi button 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX...
...4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x COM connector 1 x Turbo Key II switch 1 x MemOK! xi button 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX...
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... memory issues. It natively supports hard drives larger than traditional BIOS version. MemOK! MemOK! Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is enhanced with an ACPI management function to enable more exciting computing than 2.2TB in no more intricate system settings. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of CrossFireX™. It is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. Turbo Key II Enjoy superb performance by auto...
... memory issues. It natively supports hard drives larger than traditional BIOS version. MemOK! MemOK! Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is enhanced with an ACPI management function to enable more exciting computing than 2.2TB in no more intricate system settings. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of CrossFireX™. It is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. Turbo Key II Enjoy superb performance by auto...
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... PCI Express specifications. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. 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. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you removed earlier. 6. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Align the card connector...
... PCI Express specifications. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. 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. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you removed earlier. 6. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Align the card connector...
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... single VGA card mode, use the PCIe x1 slots when you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. To disable the PCIe x1 slot, refer to the Onboard Devices Configuration section in the BIOS for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on both the PCIe x16 slots to set up a CrossFireX™ configuration. See page 1-30 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the...
... single VGA card mode, use the PCIe x1 slots when you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. To disable the PCIe x1 slot, refer to the Onboard Devices Configuration section in the BIOS for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on both the PCIe x16 slots to set up a CrossFireX™ configuration. See page 1-30 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the...
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...PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-26 If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for connecting USB 3.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows...
...PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-26 If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for connecting USB 3.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows...
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...) port. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8P67 LX...
...) port. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8P67 LX...
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... named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. The Serial 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 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND P8P67 LX...
... named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. The Serial 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 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND P8P67 LX...
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... later version. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10) is available only if you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 0+1(10) configurations with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel...
... later version. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10) is available only if you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 0+1(10) configurations with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel...
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... USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! This is purchased separately. 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to 480 Mbps connection speed. Turbo Key II switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the Turbo Key II function. P8P67 LX P8P67 LX Turbo Key II switch ASUS P8P67 LX 1-32 9. USB...
... USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! This is purchased separately. 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to 480 Mbps connection speed. Turbo Key II switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the Turbo Key II function. P8P67 LX P8P67 LX Turbo Key II switch ASUS P8P67 LX 1-32 9. USB...
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... drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 1.13.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to change at www.asus.com for reference only. The contents of the Support DVD are subject to avail all motherboard features. The following screen is enabled in your computer. Refer to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options...
... drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 1.13.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to change at www.asus.com for reference only. The contents of the Support DVD are subject to avail all motherboard features. The following screen is enabled in your computer. Refer to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options...
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... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the optical drive. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the popup menu. The Drivers menu appears. 2. The ASUS Update main screen appears...
... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the optical drive. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the popup menu. The Drivers menu appears. 2. The ASUS Update main screen appears...
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... compatibility and stability, we recommend that you to the USB port. 3. ROM. • The BIOS file in the removable device into P8P67LX. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Press to switch to find the BIOS file, and then press to recover BIOS setting. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to the Folder Info field. 6. Reboot the system when the update process is an auto recovery...
... compatibility and stability, we recommend that you to the USB port. 3. ROM. • The BIOS file in the removable device into P8P67LX. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Press to switch to find the BIOS file, and then press to recover BIOS setting. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to the Folder Info field. 6. Reboot the system when the update process is an auto recovery...
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... the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Do not save them on the USB flash drive. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to boot using defaults 3. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8P67 LX The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Before updating BIOS 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup...
... the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Do not save them on the USB flash drive. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to boot using defaults 3. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8P67 LX The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Before updating BIOS 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup...
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... screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. Select Yes and press . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Refer to update BIOS? ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. Are you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8P67 LX Yes No 4. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type...
... screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. Select Yes and press . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Refer to update BIOS? ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. Are you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8P67 LX Yes No 4. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type...
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... set the EIST item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] 2-18 ASUS P8P67 LX Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled...
... set the EIST item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] 2-18 ASUS P8P67 LX Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled...
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... options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA6G_1~2 (Gray) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item allows you set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is a monitor system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.4 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS...
... options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA6G_1~2 (Gray) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item allows you set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is a monitor system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.4 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS...
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...USB 3.0 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-21 PCI Express x16_2 slot (Black) bandwidth [2, 0, 1, 1 x2 Mode] [Auto] The PCIe x16_2 slot...
...USB 3.0 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-21 PCI Express x16_2 slot (Black) bandwidth [2, 0, 1, 1 x2 Mode] [Auto] The PCIe x16_2 slot...