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... 3-Way/2-Way SLI™ technology Supports ATI® CrossFireX™ technology, up to Quad CrossFireX™ CUDA support Storage Up to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors Lidts). Support teaming function USB NEC USB 3.0 controller - 2 x USB ...® 82574L Gb LAN 1 x Intel® 82579 Gigabit LAN-Dual interconnect between the Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY) - P8P67 WS Revolution specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 Processors ...
... 3-Way/2-Way SLI™ technology Supports ATI® CrossFireX™ technology, up to Quad CrossFireX™ CUDA support Storage Up to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors Lidts). Support teaming function USB NEC USB 3.0 controller - 2 x USB ...® 82574L Gb LAN 1 x Intel® 82579 Gigabit LAN-Dual interconnect between the Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY) - P8P67 WS Revolution specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 Processors ...
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.../MS port S/PDIF Out (Optical and Coxial) 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 1 x IEEE1394a 2 x Lan Connector 1 x 8-channel Audio I/O (continued on board ASUS SASsaby series cards support ASUS WS Diag. P8P67 WS Revolution specifications summary 1394 Audio ASUS Unique Features ASUS Q-Design Workstation Unique Features BIOS Features Back Panel I /O - Optical/Coxial S/PDIF out ports at back I /O Ports VIA VT6315N controller supports...
.../MS port S/PDIF Out (Optical and Coxial) 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 1 x IEEE1394a 2 x Lan Connector 1 x 8-channel Audio I/O (continued on board ASUS SASsaby series cards support ASUS WS Diag. P8P67 WS Revolution specifications summary 1394 Audio ASUS Unique Features ASUS Q-Design Workstation Unique Features BIOS Features Back Panel I /O - Optical/Coxial S/PDIF out ports at back I /O Ports VIA VT6315N controller supports...
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P8P67 WS Revolution specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors Manageability OS Form Factor 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX +12V Power connector 4pin EZ_PLUG Power connector CPU fan with ...
P8P67 WS Revolution specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors Manageability OS Form Factor 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX +12V Power connector 4pin EZ_PLUG Power connector CPU fan with ...
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..., and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 Q-Connector Kit (Retail version only) 1 x G.P. The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1-1 Before you for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 module and 1-port eSATA module 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s power cables...
..., and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 Q-Connector Kit (Retail version only) 1 x G.P. The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1-1 Before you for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 module and 1-port eSATA module 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s power cables...
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...the system, achieving the fastest clock speeds while maintaining stability. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1-3 This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! 1.3.2 ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features Platinum Level Power efficiency The P8P67 WS Revolution delivers 92% power efficiency at CPU working in high-end ...graphics card technology. Built-in dual Intel server-class Gigabit LAN. The longer you use the P8P67 WS Revolution, the more reliable networking, the P8P67 WS Revolution features built-in Dual Intel Server-Class Gigabit LAN For more you powerful 3-Way SLI and ...
...the system, achieving the fastest clock speeds while maintaining stability. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1-3 This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! 1.3.2 ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features Platinum Level Power efficiency The P8P67 WS Revolution delivers 92% power efficiency at CPU working in high-end ...graphics card technology. Built-in dual Intel server-class Gigabit LAN. The longer you use the P8P67 WS Revolution, the more reliable networking, the P8P67 WS Revolution features built-in Dual Intel Server-Class Gigabit LAN For more you powerful 3-Way SLI and ...
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... design provides an intuitive way to the corresponding device lights up . Faster, safer and more stable SAS provides users with the P8P67 WS Revolution, the G.P. MemOK! MemOK! If an error is found, the LED next to troubleshoot problems in sequence during motherboard boot. ... the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to patch memory issues. determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success. ASUS SASsaby Card This motherboard is fully compatible with no time! 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction MemOK! Any Memory is solved. quickly ...
... design provides an intuitive way to the corresponding device lights up . Faster, safer and more stable SAS provides users with the P8P67 WS Revolution, the G.P. MemOK! MemOK! If an error is found, the LED next to troubleshoot problems in sequence during motherboard boot. ... the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to patch memory issues. determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success. ASUS SASsaby Card This motherboard is fully compatible with no time! 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction MemOK! Any Memory is solved. quickly ...
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... to supervise overclocking, energy management and fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, even interact with your favorite settings. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1-5 ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-pipe solution The Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by different climate conditions in one place...chassis fan speed according to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your mobile via Bluetooth technology. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to different ambient temperature, which is the most reliable fanless thermal solution...
... to supervise overclocking, energy management and fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, even interact with your favorite settings. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1-5 ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-pipe solution The Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by different climate conditions in one place...chassis fan speed according to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your mobile via Bluetooth technology. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to different ambient temperature, which is the most reliable fanless thermal solution...
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your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1-7 DTS DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups - In addition to virtual surround, "Bass enhancement" provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialogue even with ease. ASUS Crystal Sound 8 Channel Audio Codec The...
your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 1-7 DTS DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups - In addition to virtual surround, "Bass enhancement" provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialogue even with ease. ASUS Crystal Sound 8 Channel Audio Codec The...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-29 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-45 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-46 ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-29 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-45 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-46 ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution
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... off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded...
... off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded...
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Recommended memory configurations ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
Recommended memory configurations ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (x8 mode) 4 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 5 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 6 PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot 7 PCIe 2.0 x16_4 slot (x8 mode) ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-9
Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot (x8 mode) 4 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 5 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 6 PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot 7 PCIe 2.0 x16_4 slot (x8 mode) ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-9
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TPU switch This switch allows you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-11 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to enable or disable the TPU function. 2. EPU switch Turning this switch to enhance system performance. 1. This is powered off. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption.
TPU switch This switch allows you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-11 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to enable or disable the TPU function. 2. EPU switch Turning this switch to enhance system performance. 1. This is powered off. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption.
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If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is turned to Enable. 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to section 3.7.2 Boot Setting Configuration for details. 2. You may disable the POST State LEDs in sequence during motherboard booting process. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-13 Refer to locate the root problem within seconds. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is solved. POST State LEDs POST State LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in BIOS.
If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is turned to Enable. 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to section 3.7.2 Boot Setting Configuration for details. 2. You may disable the POST State LEDs in sequence during motherboard booting process. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-13 Refer to locate the root problem within seconds. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is solved. POST State LEDs POST State LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in BIOS.
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... reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-15 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs...
... reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-15 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs...
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... creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-17 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using hot...
... creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-17 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using hot...
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Refer to [AHCI Mode]. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-19 Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 ...
Refer to [AHCI Mode]. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-19 Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 ...
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IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-21 Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the ...
IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-21 Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the ...
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..., set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector, set to [AC97]. The COM module is set the item to [HD]. 9. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-23
..., set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector, set to [AC97]. The COM module is set the item to [HD]. 9. ASUS P8P67 WS Revolution 2-23