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... of personal computers. How this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that comes with hardware knowledge of the ASUS V6-P5G31E. Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. Chapter 3: Motherboard info This...
... of personal computers. How this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the motherboard that comes with hardware knowledge of the ASUS V6-P5G31E. Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. Chapter 3: Motherboard info This...
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Quick Installation Guide Item description 1. Cable • AC power cable 3. ASUS V6-P5G31E barebone system with • ASUS motherboatd • Power supply unit • ASUS chassis 2. System package contents Check your V6-P5G31E system package for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Support DVD 4.
Quick Installation Guide Item description 1. Cable • AC power cable 3. ASUS V6-P5G31E barebone system with • ASUS motherboatd • Power supply unit • ASUS chassis 2. System package contents Check your V6-P5G31E system package for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Support DVD 4.
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The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS V6-P5G31E. R
The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. System introduction Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS V6-P5G31E. R
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The ASUS V6-P5G31E is an all-in the 775-land package. The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Quad / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® processors in -one barebone ... graphics via integrated graphics controller or PCI Express x16 slot, Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 6-channel audio feature the system and take you for choosing the ASUS V6-P5G31E! 1.1 Welcome!
The ASUS V6-P5G31E is an all-in the 775-land package. The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Quad / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® processors in -one barebone ... graphics via integrated graphics controller or PCI Express x16 slot, Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 6-channel audio feature the system and take you for choosing the ASUS V6-P5G31E! 1.1 Welcome!
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... such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. 7. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. 8. Secure Digital™/ Multimedia Card slot 5. USB 2.0 ports. ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-3 MemoryStick® / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot 4. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are for 3.5-inch hard disk drives. 3. This Line In (lime) port...
... such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. 7. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. 8. Secure Digital™/ Multimedia Card slot 5. USB 2.0 ports. ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-3 MemoryStick® / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot 4. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are for 3.5-inch hard disk drives. 3. This Line In (lime) port...
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... 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-5 Parallel port. Line In port (light blue). PS/2 mouse port. USB 2.0 ports 1 ~ 4. COM port. Microphone port (pink). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player...
... 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-5 Parallel port. Line In port (light blue). PS/2 mouse port. USB 2.0 ports 1 ~ 4. COM port. Microphone port (pink). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player...
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Power supply unit 6. PCI slots 12. Front panel cover 2. 5.25-inch optical drive bays 3. 3.5-inch drive bay 4. Hard disk drive bay 5. ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-7 ASUS motherboard 9. PCI Express x1 slot 11. PCI Express x16 slot 10. DIMM sockets 8. CPU socket 7. Metal bracket lock Refer to the bundled Quick Installation Guide ...
Power supply unit 6. PCI slots 12. Front panel cover 2. 5.25-inch optical drive bays 3. 3.5-inch drive bay 4. Hard disk drive bay 5. ASUS V6-P5G31E 1-7 ASUS motherboard 9. PCI Express x1 slot 11. PCI Express x16 slot 10. DIMM sockets 8. CPU socket 7. Metal bracket lock Refer to the bundled Quick Installation Guide ...
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Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS InstAll Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. VIA Audio Driver Installs the VIA audio driver and application. ASUS V6-P5G31E 2-3 Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is enabled in...
Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS InstAll Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. VIA Audio Driver Installs the VIA audio driver and application. ASUS V6-P5G31E 2-3 Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is enabled in...
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... - Install the Adobe® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. ASUS V6-P5G31E 2-5 with just one touch! The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. ASUS Turbo Key Installs ASUS Turbo Key. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing...
... - Install the Adobe® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. ASUS V6-P5G31E 2-5 with just one touch! The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. ASUS Turbo Key Installs ASUS Turbo Key. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing...
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P5KPL-AM EPU V-P5G41H Rav 1.xx American Megatrends Inc. 0407 10/10/2009 P5KPL-AM EPU Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. V6-P5G31E P5KPLAME.ROM ASUS V6-P5G31E 2-7 Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. ASUSTeK Computer INC. 2.3.5 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the motherboard.
P5KPL-AM EPU V-P5G41H Rav 1.xx American Megatrends Inc. 0407 10/10/2009 P5KPL-AM EPU Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. V6-P5G31E P5KPLAME.ROM ASUS V6-P5G31E 2-7 Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. ASUSTeK Computer INC. 2.3.5 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the motherboard.
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.... You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-3 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due...
.... You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-3 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due...
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... comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-5 Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for USB 2.0 ports. Serial...
... comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-5 Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for USB 2.0 ports. Serial...
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.... 5. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-7 DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card.
.... 5. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-7 DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card.
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... 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-9 The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is for ATX power supply plugs. 8. The power supply plugs are for...
... 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. ASUS V6-P5G31E 3-9 The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is for ATX power supply plugs. 8. The power supply plugs are for...
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The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-3 Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. click Auto Select.
The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-3 Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. click Auto Select.
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... disk that contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. Press to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found . 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.37...done. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-5
... disk that contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. Press to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found . 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.37...done. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-5
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... down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-7 The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you failed to enter BIOS...
... down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-7 The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you failed to enter BIOS...
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... Main menu items. The other items on the screen. You cannot select an item that the iteam has a sub-menu. Use [+] or [-] to select a field. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-9 To display the sub-menu, select the item and press . 4.2.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is...
... Main menu items. The other items on the screen. You cannot select an item that the iteam has a sub-menu. Use [+] or [-] to select a field. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-9 To display the sub-menu, select the item and press . 4.2.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is...
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..., American Megatrends, Inc. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is a separate sub-menu for each IDE/SATA device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-11 Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Primary IDE Master Device : Not Detected Select the type of IDE drive. Configuration options: [Not...
..., American Megatrends, Inc. Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is a separate sub-menu for each IDE/SATA device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-11 Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Primary IDE Master Device : Not Detected Select the type of IDE drive. Configuration options: [Not...
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4.3.5 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. AMIBIOS Version : 0407 Build Date : 10/10/09 Processor Type Speed : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHz : 1866MHz System Memory Installed Size: 1024MB Usable Size : 1015MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-13
4.3.5 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. AMIBIOS Version : 0407 Build Date : 10/10/09 Processor Type Speed : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6300 @ 1.86GHz : 1866MHz System Memory Installed Size: 1024MB Usable Size : 1015MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. ASUS V6-P5G31E 4-13