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P8P67 LX Motherboard
P8P67 LX Motherboard
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8P67 LX specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8P67 LX specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
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P8P67 LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support LAN Storage LGA1155 socket for ...mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (black, at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. ****Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on both the ... Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will run at x4 mode, compatible with PCI Express x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 3 x ...
P8P67 LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support LAN Storage LGA1155 socket for ...mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (black, at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. ****Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ***** When you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on both the ... Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will run at x4 mode, compatible with PCI Express x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 3 x ...
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... Selection): - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS EPU TurboV Auto Tuning ASUS Hybrid Switches - Turbo Key II ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) ESD - MemOK! - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - BCLK/PEG frequency tuning from 80MHz up to support an 8-channel audio output. P8P67 LX specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive...
... Selection): - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS EPU TurboV Auto Tuning ASUS Hybrid Switches - Turbo Key II ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) ESD - MemOK! - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - BCLK/PEG frequency tuning from 80MHz up to support an 8-channel audio output. P8P67 LX specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive...
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...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 form factor: 12 in x 8.8 in (30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without... notice. xi P8P67 LX specifications summary Other features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support...
...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 form factor: 12 in x 8.8 in (30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without... notice. xi P8P67 LX specifications summary Other features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support...
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...! This provides great graphics performance. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8P67 LX motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.... Core™ i3 processors in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8P67 LX motherboard! Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors are among the...
...! This provides great graphics performance. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8P67 LX motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.... Core™ i3 processors in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8P67 LX motherboard! Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors are among the...
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... back I /O. True Serial ATA 6Gb/s support The Intel® P67 Express Chipset natively supports the Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up to boost system performance. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-2 Adjust your system memory to 6.0Gb/s data transfer with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600(O.C.) / 1333 / 1066...
... back I /O. True Serial ATA 6Gb/s support The Intel® P67 Express Chipset natively supports the Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up to boost system performance. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-2 Adjust your system memory to 6.0Gb/s data transfer with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600(O.C.) / 1333 / 1066...
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... Xpert intelligently allows you to convert your favorite photo into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-4 This tool also provides stability testing. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with the...
... Xpert intelligently allows you to convert your favorite photo into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-4 This tool also provides stability testing. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with the...
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... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from...
... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from...
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... holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8P67 LX 1-7 Chapter 1: Product introduction The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can...
... holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8P67 LX 1-7 Chapter 1: Product introduction The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can...
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...1-14 16. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 7. MemOK! DRAM LED 1-34 Page 1-29 1-34 1-30 1-24 1-31 1-32 1-28 1-27 ASUS P8P67 LX 1-8 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 1-27 11. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 1-9 15. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 8. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 ... DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DRAM_LED 30.5cm (12.0in) AUDIO AAFP RTL 8111E CHA_FAN1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX1_1 P8P67 LX PCIEX16_1 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 10 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 ASM 1083 PCI1 ALC 887-VD2 COM1 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCI3 SPDIF_OUT Intel® P67 11 ...
...1-14 16. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 7. MemOK! DRAM LED 1-34 Page 1-29 1-34 1-30 1-24 1-31 1-32 1-28 1-27 ASUS P8P67 LX 1-8 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 1-27 11. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 1-9 15. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 8. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 ... DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DRAM_LED 30.5cm (12.0in) AUDIO AAFP RTL 8111E CHA_FAN1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX1_1 P8P67 LX PCIEX16_1 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 10 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 ASM 1083 PCI1 ALC 887-VD2 COM1 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCI3 SPDIF_OUT Intel® P67 11 ...
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... the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty.../removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. P8P67 LX P8P67 LX CPU socket LGA1155 2. Contact your thumb (A), and then move it is missing, or if you are not bent. Press the load lever ...
... the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty.../removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. P8P67 LX P8P67 LX CPU socket LGA1155 2. Contact your thumb (A), and then move it is missing, or if you are not bent. Press the load lever ...
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Load plate 4. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is completely lifted. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8P67 LX 1-10 The CPU fits in the direction of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches. 3. PnP cap 5. DO NOT ...
Load plate 4. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is completely lifted. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8P67 LX 1-10 The CPU fits in the direction of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches. 3. PnP cap 5. DO NOT ...
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... requires no tool to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-12 If you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to install. • Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. Ensure that the...
... requires no tool to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-12 If you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to install. • Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. Ensure that the...
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A B A B B A B A 1-13 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8P67 LX P8P67 LX CPU fan connector Do not forget to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Disconnect the CPU fan ...
A B A B B A B A 1-13 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8P67 LX P8P67 LX CPU fan connector Do not forget to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Disconnect the CPU fan ...
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.... Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8P67 LX Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8P67 LX 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8P67 LX 1-14 4.
.... Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8P67 LX Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8P67 LX 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8P67 LX 1-14 4.
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DDR3-1866(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. P8P67 LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS - - Size SS/ DS Apacer CORSAIR G.SKILL 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) CMG4GX3M2A2000C8(XMP...-1800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS - - Timing Voltage OCZ OCZ3P18004GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-27 1.9V DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • ASUS P8P67 LX 1-16
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DDR3-1866(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. P8P67 LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS - - Size SS/ DS Apacer CORSAIR G.SKILL 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) CMG4GX3M2A2000C8(XMP...-1800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS - - Timing Voltage OCZ OCZ3P18004GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-27 1.9V DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • ASUS P8P67 LX 1-16
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DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-20 Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • •• Crucial ...; C*: Supports two pairs of modules inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.
DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-20 Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • •• Crucial ...; C*: Supports two pairs of modules inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.
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.... 1. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-22 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments...
.... 1. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for the expansion card. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-22 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments...
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...For system failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-24 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. The onboard button ... RTC RAM data. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking. 1.9 Jumpers 1. P8P67 LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8P67 LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to clear ...
...For system failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. ASUS P8P67 LX 1-24 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. The onboard button ... RTC RAM data. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking. 1.9 Jumpers 1. P8P67 LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8P67 LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to clear ...