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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P8Q67-M DO Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-4 1.4.1 Overview 1-4 1.4.2 Memory configurations ... Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 iii
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P8Q67-M DO Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-4 1.4.1 Overview 1-4 1.4.2 Memory configurations ... Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 iii
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...If you are using, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are connected. REACH Complying with the package. ...read all the manuals that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. Safety information ...
...If you are using, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are connected. REACH Complying with the package. ...read all the manuals that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. Safety information ...
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...certain tasks properly, take note of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). These documents are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to find more keys simultaneously, the ...than sign means that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you must press two or ...
...certain tasks properly, take note of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). These documents are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to find more keys simultaneously, the ...than sign means that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you must press two or ...
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... the power cord is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package. ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series motherboards include P8Q67-M DO/TPM and P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM two models. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that came with models. SB_PWR P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Failure to do...
... the power cord is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package. ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series motherboards include P8Q67-M DO/TPM and P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM two models. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that came with models. SB_PWR P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Failure to do...
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1-2 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.2 1.2.1 Motherboard overview Motherboard layout Ensure that you install the motherboard into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. 1 2 ... 5 USB56 24.4cm(9.6in) USB34 EATXPWR LAN1_USB12 AUDIO Intel® 82579 CHA_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power TPM IC 1 PCIEX16 ASM P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM 1042 PCI1 Super I/O Intel® Q67 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 PCI2 SATA3G_4 SATA3G3 6 SB_PWR SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 VIA VT1708S...
Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1-2 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.2 1.2.1 Motherboard overview Motherboard layout Ensure that you install the motherboard into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. 1 2 ... 5 USB56 24.4cm(9.6in) USB34 EATXPWR LAN1_USB12 AUDIO Intel® 82579 CHA_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power TPM IC 1 PCIEX16 ASM P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM 1042 PCI1 Super I/O Intel® Q67 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 PCI2 SATA3G_4 SATA3G3 6 SB_PWR SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 VIA VT1708S...
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... contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 14. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core...8482; i5 / Core™ i3 processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect ...
... contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 14. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core...8482; i5 / Core™ i3 processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect ...
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...The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB...prevent installation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. Use a maximum of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. 1-4 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series The ...
...The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB...prevent installation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. Use a maximum of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. 1-4 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series The ...
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P8Q67-M DO Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial ...
P8Q67-M DO Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial ...
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... the bracket opposite the slot that came with the PCI Express specifications. 1-8 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if ...any. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Replace the system cover....
... the bracket opposite the slot that came with the PCI Express specifications. 1-8 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if ...any. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Replace the system cover....
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... is purchased separately. 1-12 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability.... PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio ...
... is purchased separately. 1-12 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability.... PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio ...
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...motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. 4. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM... sensor or switch. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. 3.
...motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. 4. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM... sensor or switch. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. 3.
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...PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to hear system beeps and warnings. The speaker allows you to the USB ...P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM PIN 1 P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Speaker connector 1-18 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. 11. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Doing so will damage the motherboard...
...PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P13USB_P13+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to hear system beeps and warnings. The speaker allows you to the USB ...P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM PIN 1 P8Q67-M DO/USB3/TPM Speaker connector 1-18 ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. 11. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Doing so will damage the motherboard...
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...in your computer. The contents of the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Refer to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for reference only. To run the DVD. Chapter 1: Product ...introduction 1-19 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). The DVD ...
...in your computer. The contents of the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Refer to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for reference only. To run the DVD. Chapter 1: Product ...introduction 1-19 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). The DVD ...
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...® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you...
...® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you...
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...The system requires you to find the BIOS file, and then press to the USB port. 3. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch to the Drive field. 4. Download the... latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. The utility automatically checks the devices for P8Q67-M DO/USB3/ TPM). • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. You can cause system ...
...The system requires you to find the BIOS file, and then press to the USB port. 3. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch to the Drive field. 4. Download the... latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. The utility automatically checks the devices for P8Q67-M DO/USB3/ TPM). • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. You can cause system ...
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...device. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! When the ASUS Logo appears, press to boot using defaults 3. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup ↑...and select the optical drive as shown. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. This utility also allows you to the USB port. 2. C:\>d: D:\> ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to a hard disk drive ...
...device. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! When the ASUS Logo appears, press to boot using defaults 3. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup ↑...and select the optical drive as shown. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. This utility also allows you to the USB port. 2. C:\>d: D:\> ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to a hard disk drive ...
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...See section 1.6 Jumpers for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to turn the system off then back on how to ensure...Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. If you see on the system chassis. • Press the power button to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • ...
...See section 1.6 Jumpers for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to always shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to turn the system off then back on how to ensure...Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. If you see on the system chassis. • Press the power button to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • ...
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... system information, and allows you to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup...to the Setup Mode item in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8Q67-M DO/TPM BIOS Version : 0302 Build Date : 03/10/2011 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU... can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The default screen for details. ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series 2-8 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the...
... system information, and allows you to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup...to the Setup Mode item in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8Q67-M DO/TPM BIOS Version : 0302 Build Date : 03/10/2011 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU... can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The default screen for details. ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series 2-8 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the...
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... menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to create/confirm the password. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Select the User Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series 2-12
... menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to create/confirm the password. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Select the User Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series 2-12
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...F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. The following items function only when a TPM module is installed in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker ... menu items allow you to set the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu allow you to the CPU you installed. The items shown in this motherboard. EFI BIOS Utility - ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series 2-16 Copyright (C) 2010 ...
...F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. The following items function only when a TPM module is installed in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker ... menu items allow you to set the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu allow you to the CPU you installed. The items shown in this motherboard. EFI BIOS Utility - ASUS P8Q67-M DO Series 2-16 Copyright (C) 2010 ...