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...on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8P67 REV 3.1 motherboard! Before you for reference only. The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in ...the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different models.
...on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8P67 REV 3.1 motherboard! Before you for reference only. The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in ...the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables with different models.
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...to enhance system stability through enabling spread spectrum. EPU Tap into a new era, empowering users with no additional adapter. ASUS BT GO! The 12+2 digital architecture delivers twice the precision power, intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation with superior...system-wide energy optimization by half to minimize power loss while performance reaches its full potential. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity...
...to enhance system stability through enabling spread spectrum. EPU Tap into a new era, empowering users with no additional adapter. ASUS BT GO! The 12+2 digital architecture delivers twice the precision power, intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and frequency modulation with superior...system-wide energy optimization by half to minimize power loss while performance reaches its full potential. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity...
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... and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialogue even with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through the most common PC audio setups-your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 1-5 In addition to reduce carbon footprint of connecting... the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is in regards to meet certain ...
... and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialogue even with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through the most common PC audio setups-your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 1-5 In addition to reduce carbon footprint of connecting... the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is in regards to meet certain ...
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ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 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 ...
ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 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 ...
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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 Chapter 2 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 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 Chapter 2 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-5
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... 2GB) PVV34G2133C9K(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) SS/ Chip DS Brand DS DS DS DS DS DS DS DS DS - Chapter 2 P8P67 REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200 MHz memory module... 9-9-9-28 1.65 • • 8 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • • ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-7 P8P67 REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Vendors Part No. Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2400 MHz memory module...
... 2GB) PVV34G2133C9K(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) SS/ Chip DS Brand DS DS DS DS DS DS DS DS DS - Chapter 2 P8P67 REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200 MHz memory module... 9-9-9-28 1.65 • • 8 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • • ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-7 P8P67 REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Vendors Part No. Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2400 MHz memory module...
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... B2 for the latest QVL. Load the X.M.P. Chapter 2 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-13 Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: S upports one pair of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: S upports... four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Side...
... B2 for the latest QVL. Load the X.M.P. Chapter 2 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-13 Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: S upports one pair of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: S upports... four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Side...
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shared - - - - - shared - - - - - PCI_2 - - - shared - - - - - - shared USB 2.0 Controller 2 - - - - - - - USB 3.0 Controller 2 shared - - - - - - - Marvell ATA Controller - - - ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-15 Refer to page 3-20 for details. PCIEX16_2 configuration PCI Express sharing mode PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_1 Auto Mode x1 x1 x4 Mode x4 (recommend for ...
shared - - - - - shared - - - - - PCI_2 - - - shared - - - - - - shared USB 2.0 Controller 2 - - - - - - - USB 3.0 Controller 2 shared - - - - - - - Marvell ATA Controller - - - ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-15 Refer to page 3-20 for details. PCIEX16_2 configuration PCI Express sharing mode PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_1 Auto Mode x1 x1 x4 Mode x4 (recommend for ...
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... system bootup. • You may use the last setting you change the switch setting to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. Chapter 2 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-17 Refer to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU function will automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED...
... system bootup. • You may use the last setting you change the switch setting to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. Chapter 2 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-17 Refer to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU function will automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED...
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... of the onboard LED. Standby power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to locate the root problem within a second. 2. Chapter 2 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-19 If an error is found , the DRAM LED will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard...
... of the onboard LED. Standby power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to locate the root problem within a second. 2. Chapter 2 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-19 If an error is found , the DRAM LED will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard...
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... onboard battery and move the cap back to re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-21 2.2.7 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Except when...
... onboard battery and move the cap back to re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-21 2.2.7 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Except when...
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... Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to [RAID Mode]. If you are set using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-23 Intel® P67 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3-6 [blue]) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode] by default.
... Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to [RAID Mode]. If you are set using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-23 Intel® P67 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3-6 [blue]) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode] by default.
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... speed. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is available from your system chassis, with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-25 4. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. These USB connectors comply with...
... speed. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is available from your system chassis, with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-25 4. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. These USB connectors comply with...
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...black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled...are not jumpers! CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN1) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-27 Chapter 2 8. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
...black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled...are not jumpers! CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN1) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-27 Chapter 2 8. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
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... Suggested List AcBel PC7030 AcBel API5PC36 AcBel PC6018 AMA AA1200U-C AMA AA1000U-C Antec SG-850 Antec EA-380 ASUS P-50GA ASUS P-55GA ASUS U-65GA ASUS U-75HA Be quiet BN073 Be quiet BN077 Be quiet P6-PRO-850W Bubalus PE600WJD CoolerMaster RS-650 CoolerMaster RS-750 CoolerMaster RS-...PSH850V Snake PMW-350WL Tagan TG1100-U33 Tagan BZII1200 Thermaltake W0133RU Thermaltake W0133RE TOPower TOP-500P5 Zalman ZM600-HP Zippy HP2-6500PE (G1) ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-29 com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug;
... Suggested List AcBel PC7030 AcBel API5PC36 AcBel PC6018 AMA AA1200U-C AMA AA1000U-C Antec SG-850 Antec EA-380 ASUS P-50GA ASUS P-55GA ASUS U-65GA ASUS U-75HA Be quiet BN073 Be quiet BN077 Be quiet P6-PRO-850W Bubalus PE600WJD CoolerMaster RS-650 CoolerMaster RS-750 CoolerMaster RS-...PSH850V Snake PMW-350WL Tagan TG1100-U33 Tagan BZII1200 Thermaltake W0133RU Thermaltake W0133RE TOPower TOP-500P5 Zalman ZM600-HP Zippy HP2-6500PE (G1) ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-29 com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug;
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.... 12. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-31 Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector...
.... 12. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-31 Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector...
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DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-33 Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket.
DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-33 Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket.
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-35 Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-35 Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-37
2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-37
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-39 3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws!
Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-39 3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws!