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... ...vi Safety information...vii About this guide...viii SABERTOOTH P67 specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 "Ultimate COOL!" Guardian Angel 1-4 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.3.6 Other special features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion slots 2-10 2.2.5 Jumper 2-12 2.2.6 Onboard...
... ...vi Safety information...vii About this guide...viii SABERTOOTH P67 specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 "Ultimate COOL!" Guardian Angel 1-4 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.3.6 Other special features 1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion slots 2-10 2.2.5 Jumper 2-12 2.2.6 Onboard...
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... setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-13 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-14 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration 3-16 3.5.3 PCH Configuration 3-16 3.5.4 SATA Configuration 3-16 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-18 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ...3.8 Tools menu 3-27 3.8.1 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-28 3.9 Exit menu 3-29 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-30 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-30 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-33 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-34 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-35 Chapter 4:...
... setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-13 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-14 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration 3-16 3.5.3 PCH Configuration 3-16 3.5.4 SATA Configuration 3-16 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-18 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ...3.8 Tools menu 3-27 3.8.1 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-28 3.9 Exit menu 3-29 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-30 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-30 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-33 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-34 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-35 Chapter 4:...
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... SATA controller - 1 x Power eSATA 3.0 Gb/s port (green) - 1 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s port (red) Intel® 82579 Gigabit LAN controller - SABERTOOTH P67 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / �C�o�r�...DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. Please refer to Memory QVL for details. **** R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for Intel CPU support list Intel® P67 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB*, DDR3 1866 / 1800 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz...
... SATA controller - 1 x Power eSATA 3.0 Gb/s port (green) - 1 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s port (red) Intel® 82579 Gigabit LAN controller - SABERTOOTH P67 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / �C�o�r�...DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. Please refer to Memory QVL for details. **** R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for Intel CPU support list Intel® P67 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB*, DDR3 1866 / 1800 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz...
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...Anti Surge Front Panel USB 3.0 support ASUS EFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface AI Suite II ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ Multi-language BIOS 1 ...- TUF Components (Alloy choke, Cap. & MOSFET; E.S.P.: Efficient Switching Power Design "Safe & Stable!" Thermal Solutions - SABERTOOTH P67 specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB Exclusive TUF features Other special features Back panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xi Guardian Angel -...
...Anti Surge Front Panel USB 3.0 support ASUS EFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface AI Suite II ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ Multi-language BIOS 1 ...- TUF Components (Alloy choke, Cap. & MOSFET; E.S.P.: Efficient Switching Power Design "Safe & Stable!" Thermal Solutions - SABERTOOTH P67 specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB Exclusive TUF features Other special features Back panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xi Guardian Angel -...
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... x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB ports 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (2 x gray; 2 x brown) 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (black) 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) 1 x Assistant Fan connector (3-pin) 1 x ...WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii SABERTOOTH P67 specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support...
... x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB ports 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (2 x gray; 2 x brown) 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (black) 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) 1 x Assistant Fan connector (3-pin) 1 x ...WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii SABERTOOTH P67 specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support...
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... i3 second generation processors. Refer to high speed connectivity. Complete USB 3.0 Solution ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in the world. The SABERTOOTH P67 affords greater convenience to Chapter 5 for details. Refer to pages 2-18 and ...-reach rear I/O. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Refer to page 2-4 for details. Refer to page 2-5 for details. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 1800 MHz memory module will run at speeds up to boost system performance. Enjoy faster throughput of your system memory to ...
... i3 second generation processors. Refer to high speed connectivity. Complete USB 3.0 Solution ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in the world. The SABERTOOTH P67 affords greater convenience to Chapter 5 for details. Refer to pages 2-18 and ...-reach rear I/O. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Refer to page 2-4 for details. Refer to page 2-5 for details. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 1800 MHz memory module will run at speeds up to boost system performance. Enjoy faster throughput of your system memory to ...
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... (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-21 2-20 2-4 2-5 2-13 2-18 2-17 2-15 2-16 2-12 2-23 2-17 2-14 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-21 Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 2-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. LGA1155 CPU socket 4. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 17. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 15. MemOK...
... (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 2-21 2-20 2-4 2-5 2-13 2-18 2-17 2-15 2-16 2-12 2-23 2-17 2-14 2-18 2-19 2-19 2-21 Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 2-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. LGA1155 CPU socket 4. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 17. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 15. MemOK...
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... cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not... bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap ...
... cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not... bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap ...
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... the dual-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with DIMMs of the following: - The system maps the total size of accessing information from a memory module....8226; Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 1800 MHz memory module will run at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. ASUS will update QVL once...
... the dual-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with DIMMs of the following: - The system maps the total size of accessing information from a memory module....8226; Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 1800 MHz memory module will run at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. ASUS will update QVL once...
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... DS - - 8 - • • • Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) 2GB DS Asint 3128M8-GJ1D - - • • • ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 2-7 G.SKILL G.SKILL KINGSTON F3-14400CL6D-4GBFLS(XMP) F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) KHX1800C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing DIMM socket support... above QVL is for the DDR3 1800 MHz memory module. Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 1600 MHz frequency. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. SABERTOOTH P67 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No...
... DS - - 8 - • • • Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) 2GB DS Asint 3128M8-GJ1D - - • • • ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 2-7 G.SKILL G.SKILL KINGSTON F3-14400CL6D-4GBFLS(XMP) F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) KHX1800C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing DIMM socket support... above QVL is for the DDR3 1800 MHz memory module. Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 1600 MHz frequency. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. SABERTOOTH P67 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No...
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... pins 2-3. function. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Plug the power cord and turn off...
... pins 2-3. function. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Plug the power cord and turn off...
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... a standby power LED. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. The illustration below shows the location of CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD indicate key components status during POST (Power-on Self Test). POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs of the onboard...
... a standby power LED. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. The illustration below shows the location of CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD indicate key components status during POST (Power-on Self Test). POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs of the onboard...
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.... Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. Chapter 2 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you install... fan power. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. CPU, chassis, power, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN; 3-pin ASST_FAN) Connect the fan cables...
.... Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. Chapter 2 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you install... fan power. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. CPU, chassis, power, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN; 3-pin ASST_FAN) Connect the fan cables...
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Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 2-25 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 SABERTOOTH P67 2-25 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 SABERTOOTH P67 2-27 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 SABERTOOTH P67 2-27 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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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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... priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. EZ Mode Monday [11/1/2010] SABERTOOTH P67 BIOS Version : 0401 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 512 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Build Date : 10/26/2010 Speed : 3100 MHz Exit/Advanced... Clicks to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. •...
... priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. EZ Mode Monday [11/1/2010] SABERTOOTH P67 BIOS Version : 0401 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 512 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Build Date : 10/26/2010 Speed : 3100 MHz Exit/Advanced... Clicks to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. •...
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... Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date EC Version ME Version 0401 x64 10/26/2010 MBECE-0015 7.0.0.1135 CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 512 MB 1066 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level... Password items on password and must be entered to change the system security settings. After you to boot or enter Setup. EFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 3-5
... Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date EC Version ME Version 0401 x64 10/26/2010 MBECE-0015 7.0.0.1135 CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 512 MB 1066 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level... Password items on password and must be entered to change the system security settings. After you to boot or enter Setup. EFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 3-5
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... Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 3-7 F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Scroll down to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : 3400MHz... Calibration Auto VRM Frequency Auto VRM Spread Spectrum Disabled Phase Control Standard Boot Tool [X.M.P.] When XMP is enabled BLCK frequency, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-:...
... Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS SABERTOOTH P67 3-7 F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Scroll down to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : 3400MHz... Calibration Auto VRM Frequency Auto VRM Spread Spectrum Disabled Phase Control Standard Boot Tool [X.M.P.] When XMP is enabled BLCK frequency, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-:...