Motherboard

P5KPL-AM IN/GB

E4450
First Edition V1
March 2009

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Contents
Notices........................................................................................................... v
Safety information....................................................................................... vi
About this guide.......................................................................................... vi
P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary............................................. viii

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................................................................ 1-2

1.3

Central Processing Unit (CPU).................................................... 1-3

1.4

System memory............................................................................ 1-3

1.5

1.4.1

Overview.......................................................................... 1-3

1.4.2

Memory configurations..................................................... 1-3

Expansion slots............................................................................. 1-7

1.5.1

PCI slots........................................................................... 1-7

1.5.2

PCI Express x16 slot........................................................ 1-7

1.6

Jumpers......................................................................................... 1-7

1.7

Connectors.................................................................................... 1-9

1.8

1.7.1

Rear panel ports.............................................................. 1-9

1.7.2

Internal connectors........................................................ 1-10

Software support......................................................................... 1-15

1.8.1

Installing an operating system....................................... 1-15

1.8.2

Support CD information................................................. 1-15

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 utility.................................................... 2-2

2.1.3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility....................................... 2-3

2.2

BIOS setup program..................................................................... 2-4

2.3

Main menu..................................................................................... 2-4

2.3.1

System Time.................................................................... 2-4

2.3.2

System Date.................................................................... 2-4

2.3.3

Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1/2............................... 2-5

2.3.4

Storage Configuration...................................................... 2-5

2.3.5

System Information.......................................................... 2-6

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Contents
2.4

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.8

iv

Advanced menu............................................................................ 2-6

2.4.1

JumperFree Configuration............................................... 2-6

2.4.2

USB Configuration........................................................... 2-8

2.4.3

CPU Configuration........................................................... 2-8

2.4.4

Chipset............................................................................. 2-9

2.4.5

Onboard Devices Configuration..................................... 2-10

2.4.6

PCI PnP......................................................................... 2-10

Power menu................................................................................. 2-11

2.5.1

Suspend Mode................................................................2-11

2.5.2

ACPI 2.0 Support............................................................2-11

2.5.3

ACPI APIC Support.........................................................2-11

2.5.4

APM Configuration......................................................... 2-12

2.5.5

Hardware Monitor.......................................................... 2-12

Boot menu................................................................................... 2-13

2.6.1

Boot Device Priority....................................................... 2-13

2.6.2

Boot Settings Configuration........................................... 2-13

2.6.3

Security.......................................................................... 2-14

Tools menu.................................................................................. 2-15

2.7.1

ASUS EZ Flash 2........................................................... 2-15

2.7.2

AI NET 2........................................................................ 2-15

Exit menu..................................................................................... 2-16

Notices
ASUS REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and
Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical
substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/
english/REACH.htm.

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and

This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with manufacturers instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required
to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority
to operate this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.


Safety information
Electrical safety

To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet
before relocating the system.

When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.

Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.

Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.

If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.

Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets, and circuitry.

Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.

Place the product on a flat and stable surface.

If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the
motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

Chapter 1: Product introduction

vi

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports.

Chapter 2: BIOS information

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information

to prevent injury to yourself when trying to

complete a task.

CAUTION: Information

to prevent damage to the components when trying to

complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE:
Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1.

ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products.

2.

Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.

Typography

Bold text
Italics
<Key>



<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3>

Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>

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P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary

CPU

LGA775 socket for Intel Core2 Extreme / Core2 Quad

/ Core2 Duo / Pentium D / Pentium 4
/ Celeron E1000 Series and Celeron 400 Series
processors
Supports Intel 45nm CPU
Supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology and
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
* Refer to www.asus.com for the Intel CPU support list

Chipset

Northbridge: Intel G31

Southbridge: Intel ICH7

Front Side Bus

1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066 / 800MHz

Memory

Dual channel memory architecture

2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC
800 / 667MHz DDR2 memory modules
Supports up to 4GB system memory
* Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL
(Qualified Vendors List).
** When you install a total memory of 4GB or more,
Windows 32-bit operating system may only recognize
less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of less
than 3GB is recommended if you are using a Windows
32-bit operating system.

Expansion Slots

1 x PCIe x16 slot

2 x PCI slots

VGA

Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator (Intel GMA3100)

supports:
- Maximum resolution: 2048 x 1536 @ 75Hz

Storage

Intel ICH7 southbridge supports:

- 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 connector
- 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors

LAN

Gb LAN

Audio

VT1705 6-channel High Definition Audio CODEC

USB

8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back

panel)

ASUS Features

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

ASUS Q-Fan
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS AI NET2
(continued on the next page)

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P5KPL-AM IN/GB specifications summary

Internal connectors

2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports

1 x Speaker connector
2 x SATA connectors
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x 24-pin EATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x System Panel connector
1 x IDE connector

Rear panel ports

1 x PS/2 keyboard port

1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x COM port
1 x VGA port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
6-channel audio I/O ports

BIOS

8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,

SM BIOS 2.5

Manageability

WOL, PXE, RPL, WOR, PME Wake Up

Support CD

Drivers
ASUS PC Probe II
ASUS Update

Accessories

1 x SATA cable
1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
1 x I/O shield
1 x User Manual

Form factor

MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.0 in (24.4 cm x 17.8 cm)

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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 Chapter 1

Product introduction
Thank you for buying an ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB motherboard!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in
your motherboard package. Refer to page ix for the list of accessories.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

1.1

Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to
static electricity
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the
bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may
cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

Onboard LED
This motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system
is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you must shut down
the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard
component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.

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1.2

Motherboard overview

1.2.1

Motherboard layout
Ensure that you install the motherboard into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge
with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis.

Place this side towards

the rear of the chassis.

Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

1.2.2

Layout contents

Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED

Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED

Page

1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)

1-13

9. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)

1-11

2. CPU fan connector (4-pin CPU_FAN)

1-12

10. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

1-13

3. Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2_USBPW1-4)

1-9

11. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW 5-8)

1-7

4. LGA775 CPU socket

1-3

12. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)

1-14

5. DDR2 DIMM slots

1-3

13. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)

1-1

6. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

1-10

14. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

1-12

7. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)

1-8

15. PCIe x16 / PCI slots

1-7

8. Internal speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER)

1-11

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1-2

1.3

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel
Core2 Extreme / Core2 Quad / Core2 Duo / Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron E1000
Series and Celeron 400 Series processors.
Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the
socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing,
or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the
LGA775 socket.
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP
cap.
This motherboard supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology and Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep Technology (EIST).

1.4

System memory

1.4.1

Overview

The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules
(DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:

1.4.2

Channel

Sockets

Channel A

DIMM_A1

Channel B

DIMM_B1

Memory configurations

You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the
DIMM sockets.
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ASUS P5KPL-AM IN/GB

 You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps
the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we
recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB
or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be
about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the
following:
-
Install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows

OS.
-
Use a 64-bit
Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or more memory on the

motherboard.
This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less.
The motherboard supports up to 4GB memory modules on Windows XP Professional x64
and Vista x64 editions.

P5KPL-AM IN/GB Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR2-667MHz capability
Vendor

Part No.

Size

SS/
DS

Chip
Brand

A-Data
A-Data
A-Data
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Corsair
Corsair
Corsair
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
Kingmax
Kingmax

M2OAD5G3H3160Q1C52
M2OAD5G314170Q1C58
M2OAD5H3J4170I1C53
78.91G92.9K5
AU 512E667C5KBGC
AU 512E667C5KBGC
78.01G9O.9K5
AU01GE667C5KBGC
AU01GE667C5KBGC
AM4B5808CQJS7E0749B
VS 512MB667D2
VS1GB667D2
XMS2-5400
F2-5400PHU2-2GBNT
F2-5300CL5D-4GBMQ
GX21GB5300SX
GX22GB5300LX
GX24GB5300LDC
KLCC28F-A8KB5
KLCD48F-A8KB5

512MB
1024MB
2048MB
512MB
512MB
512MB
1024MB
1024MB
1024MB
2048MB
512MB
1024MB
1024MB
2048MB(2 x 1GB)
4096MB(2 x 2GB)
1024MB
2048MB
2048MB
512MB
1024MB

SS
DS
DS
SS
SS
SS
SS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
DS
SS
DS

ADATA
ADATA
ADATA
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Corsair
Corsair
Corsair
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
Kingmax
Kingmax

Kingston

KVR667D2N5/ 512

512MB

SS

Kingston

KVR667D2N5/1G

1024MB

DS

Kingston
Kingston
Micron
PSC
PSC
PSC
PSC
Samsung

KVR667D2N5/2G
KVR667D2N5/2G
MT8HTF12864AY-667E1
AL6E8E63J-6E1
AL7E8F73C-6E1
AL6E8E63J-6E1
AL8E8F73C-6E1
M378T5263AZ3-CE6

2048MB
2048MB
1024MB
512MB
1024MB
1024MB
2048MB
4096MB

DS
DS
SS
SS
SS
DS
DS
DS

Super Talent T667UB1GV

1024MB

DS

Transcend
Transcend
Transcend
Twinmos

1024MB
1024MB
2048MB
512MB

SS
DS
DS
SS

JM667QLU-1G
JM667QLJ-1G
JM667QLU-2G
8D-A3JK5MPETP

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chip NO.

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Micron
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PSC
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5
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support
A*
B*

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5
5
5
5
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5
5
5
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1-4

DDR2-800MHz capability
Vendor

Part No.

Size

SS/
DS

Chip Brand

Chip NO.

A-Data
A-Data
A-Data
A-Data
A-Data
A-Data
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Apacer
Corsair
Corsair
Corsair
Corsair
Corsair
Crucial
Crucial
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
Kingmax
Kingmax
kingmax
Kingston
Kingston
Kingston
Kingston
Kingston
Kingston
Kingston
Kingston
Kingston
Kingston
OCZ
OCZ
OCZ
OCZ
OCZ
OCZ
PSC
PSC
PSC
PSC
Qimonda
Samsung
Samsung
Samsung
Samsung

M2GVD6G3H3160Q1E52
M2OAD6G3H3160Q1E58
AD2800E001GOU
M2GVD6G314170Q1E58
M2OAD6G314170Q1E58
AD2800E002GOU
78.91G91.9K5
78.01GA0.9K5
78.A1GA0.9K4
78.A1GA0.9K4
CM2X1024-6400
XMS2-6400
XMS2-6400
CM2X2048-6400C5DHX
CM2X2048-6400C5
BL12864AA804.8FE5(EPP)
BL12864AL804.8FE5(EPP)
F2-6400CL5D-1GBNQ
F2-6400CL4D-2GBPK
F2-6400CL5D-2GBNQ
F2-6400CL4D-4GBPK
F2-6400CL5D-4GBPQ
F2-6400CL6Q-16GMQ
GB22GB6400C4DC
GB22GB6400C5DC
GB24GB6400C4QC
GB24GB6400C5QC
GE22GB800C4DC
GE22GB800C5DC
GE24GB800C4QC
GE24GB800C5QC
GX22GB6400DC
GX22GB6400UDC
GB24GB6400C4DC
GB24GB6400C5DC
GB28GB6400C4QC
GB28GB6400C5QC
GE24GB800C4DC
GE24GB800C5DC
GE28GB800C4QC
GE28GB800C5QC
GX22GB6400CUSC
GX22GB6400LX
GX24GB6400DC
KLDC28F-A8KI5
KKB8FFBXF-CFA-25U
KLDE88F-B8KB5
KVR800D2N6/ 512
KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN
KHX6400D2LL/1G
KVR800D2N5/1G
KVR800D2N6/1G
KHX6400D2K2/2G
461625.010819 PTGC
KHX6400D2/2G
KVR800D2N5/2G
KVR800D2N6/4G
OCZ2G800R22GK
OCZ2P800R22GK
OCZ2RPR8002GK
OCZ2VU8004GK
OCZ2F8004GK
OCZ2P8004GK
AL7E8F73C-8E1
AL8E8F73C-8E1
SHG772-AA3G
XCP271A3G-A
HYS64T256020EU-2.5-C2
K4T51083QG-HCF7
K4T1G084QQ-HCF7
K4T51083QG-HCF7
K4T1G084QQ-HCF7

512MB
512MB
2048MB(2 x 1GB)
1024MB
1024MB
4096MB(2 x 2GB)
512MB
1024MB
2048MB
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Apacer
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Corsair
Corsair
Corsair
N/A
N/A
N/A
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G.SKILL
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GEIL
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Kingmax
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Elpida
Kingston
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Kingston
Elpida
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Elpida
Elpida
OCZ
OCZ
OCZ
OCZ
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PSC
PSC
PSC
Qimonda
Qimonda
Qimonda
Samsung
Samsung

VD29608A8A-25EG20813
AD29608A8A-25EG80812
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AD29608A8A-25EG80810
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AM4B5708JQJS8E0751C
AM4B5808CQJS8E0749D
AM4B5808CQJS8E0740E
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Heat-Sink Package
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Heat-Sink Package
Heat-Sink Package SN:8151030036642
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GL2L64M088BA30EB
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GL2L128M88BA25AB
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GL2L128M88BA25AB
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KKA8FF1XF-JFS-25A
KLDD48F-B8KB5
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E5108AJBG-8E-E
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D6408TR4CGL25USL362406PECXA
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KVR800D2N6/2G
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DDR2-800MHz capability
Vendor

Part No.

Size

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Chip Brand

Chip NO.

CL

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Super Talent
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T800UB1GC4
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Micron
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ELPIDA
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Mircon
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Elpida

K4T2G084QA-HCF7
Heat-Sink Package
7HD22 D9GMH
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A*
B*

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Vendor

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DS

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CL

A-Data
Apacer
Apacer
Corsair
Crucial
G.SKILL
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G.SKILL
GEIL
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GEIL
GEIL
GEIL
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Kingston
Kingston
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OCZ
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OCZ
OCZ
Qimonda
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78.0AG9S.9K4
78.AAGAL.9KZ
CM2X1024-8500C5
BL12864AA1065.8FE5(epp)
F2-8500CL5S-1GBPK
F2-8500CL5D-2GBPK
F2-8500CL5D-4GBPK
GB22GB8500C5DC
GB24GB8500C5QC
GE22GB1066C5DC
GE24GB1066C5QC
GB24GB8500C5DC
GE24GB1066C5DC
GX24GB8500C5UDC
KHX8500D2/ 512
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KHX8500D2K2/2GN(EPP)
OCZ2N10662GK
OCZ2N1066SR2DK(Epp)
OCZ2N1066SR2DK(EPP)
OCZ2RPR10664GK
HYS64T128000EU-1.9-C2
TX1066QLU-2GK
TX1066QLJ-2GK
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HYB18T1G800C2F-1.9FSS25253
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DIMM
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B*

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DIMM support:
A*: Supports one module inserted into either slot as Single-channel memory

configuration.
B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the yellow slots as one pair of

Dual-channel memory configuration.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.

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1.5

Expansion slots

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. Refer to the technical documentation
that comes with your expansion card for installation details.
Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do
so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

1.5.1

PCI slots

1.5.2

PCI Express x16 slot

1.6

Jumpers

The PCI slot supports cards such as LAN cards, SCSI cards, USB cards, and other cards
that comply with the PCI specifications.

This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that complies with the PCI
Express specifications.

1.

USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW5-8)

Set this jumper to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped,
DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB
devices. Set this jumper to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power
to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). The
USBPW5-8 jumper is for the internal USB connectors that you can connect to addition
USB ports.

The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on
the +5VSB lead for the USB port. Otherwise, the system will not power up.
The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB)
whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.

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2.

Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)

This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can
clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing
the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in
CMOS, which include system setup information such as the system passwords.

To erase the RTC RAM:

1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3
for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter
data.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default
position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again
to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For
system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Shut
down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to
default values.

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3.

Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2_USBPW1-4)

This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard/mouse and USB port 1-4
wake-up feature. When you set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB), you can wake up the
computer by pressing a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar), clicking
the mouse, or using a USB device. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can
supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. The
PS2_USBPW1-4 jumper is for the rear USB ports.

1.7

Connectors

1.7.1

Rear panel ports

10

3 4

1.

PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

2.

LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
LAN port LED indications
Activity/Link LED

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ACT/LINK SPEED
LED
LED

Speed LED

Status

Description

Status

Description

OFF

No link

OFF

10Mbps connection

ORANGE

Linked

ORANGE

100Mbps connection

BLINKING

Data activity

GREEN

1Gbps connection

LAN port

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3.

Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other
audio sources.

4.

Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel
and 6-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

5.

Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.

Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or
6-channel configuration.

Audio 2, 4, 6-channel configuration

Port

Headset 2-channel

4-channel

6-channel

Light Blue

Line In

Rear Speaker Out

Rear Speaker Out

Lime

Line Out

Front Speaker Out

Front Speaker Out

Pink

Mic In

Mic In

Bass/Center

6.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to
USB 2.0 devices.

7.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to
USB 2.0 devices.

8.

Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.

9.

COM port. This 9-pin COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices.

10. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

1.7.2
1.

Internal connectors

Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2)

These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk
drives and optical disk drives. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is backward compatible with the
Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA 3Gb/s is faster
than that of the standard parallel ATA (133Mb/s).

Install the Windows Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA.

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2.

IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)

The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are
three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray.
Connect the blue connector to the motherboards IDE connector, then select one of the
following modes to configure your device.

Single device
Two devices

Driver Jumper setting

Mode of device(s)

Cable connector

Cable-Select or Master

Master
Slave
Master
Slave

Black
Black
Gray

Cable-Select
Master
Slave

Black or gray

Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA cable
connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable.
Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices.
If any device jumper is set to Cable-Select, ensure that all other device jumpers have
the same setting.

3.

Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER)

This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker
allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

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4.

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either
HD Audio or legacy AC97 audio standard.

We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to get the motherboards high-definition audio capability.
If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set
the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect
an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. See 2.4.4
Chipset for details.

5.

CPU fan connector (4-pin CPU_FAN)

The CPU fan connector supports a cooling fan of 350mA ~ 2000mA (24W max.).
Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard, ensuring
that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature.

DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector. Insufficient air flow
inside the system may damage the motherboard components. It is not a jumper! DO NOT
place a jumper cap on the CPU fan connector!

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6.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)

These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are
designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and
push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.

For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU)
that complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum
power of 400W.
DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin ATX12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not
boot.
We recommended that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring
a system with more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional
devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is
inadequate.

7.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of
these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system
chassis. These USB connectors comply with the USB 2.0 specification that supports up
to 480Mbps data transmission speed.

Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the
motherboard!
The USB module cable is purchased separately.
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8.

System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

System power LED (2-pin PWRLED)

This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED
cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system,
and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDLED)

This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable
to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.

ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN)

This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns
the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS
settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON
turns the system OFF.

Reset button (2-pin RESET)

This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.

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1.8

Software support

1.8.1

Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Always install the
latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.
Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for
detailed information.
Ensure that you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows Vista
Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and
system stability.

1.8.2

Support CD information

The Support CD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software
applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.
The contents of the Support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the
ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.

To run the Support CD

Place the Support CD into the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu
if Autorun is enabled on your computer.

Click an icon to display

Support CD/motherboard
information

Click an item to install

If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the Support CD to
locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run
the CD.

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 Chapter 2
BIOS information
2.1

Managing and updating your BIOS

Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to
restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard 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 through a network or an Internet
Service Provider (ISP).
This utility is available in the Support CD that comes with the motherboard package.

Installing ASUS Update:

1.

Place the Support CD into the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears.

2.

Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update.

3.

Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.

Updating the BIOS:

1.

From the Windows desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update >
ASUS Update to launch the ASUS Update utility.

2.

From the dropdown list, select either of the following methods:

Updating from the Internet

a. Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next.

b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select
then click Next.
c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version you want to download then click Next.
The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update
the utility to get all its features.

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Updating from a BIOS file

a. Select Update BIOS from a file, then click Next.

b. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open.
3.

Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process.

2.1.2

ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OSbased
utility.
Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:

1.

Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to a USB port, then launch
EZ Flash 2 in either of these two ways:

Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following:

ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34
FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005
Current ROM
BOARD: P5KPL-AM IN/GB
VER: 0303 (H:00 B:03)
DATE: 02/09/2009

Update ROM
BOARD: Unknown
VER: Unknown
DATE: Unknown

PATH: A:\
A:

Note
[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info
[Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup
[Esc] Exit

2.

Enter the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and
press <Enter> to enable it.

Press <Tab> to locate the correct BIOS file. Press <Enter>. EZ Flash 2 performs the
BIOS updating process and automatically reboots the system when done.
Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition supports ASUS EZ
Flash 2.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot
failure.

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2.1.3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility

The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file
when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS
file using the motherboard Support CD or a USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS
file.
Prepare the motherboard Support CD or the USB flash disk containing the updated
motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
Always connect the SATA cable to the SATA1 / SATA2 connector; otherwise, the utility
will not function.

Recovering the BIOS

To recover the BIOS:
1.

Turn on the system.

2.

Insert the Support CD or the USB flash disk containing the BIOS file to the optical drive
or USB port.

The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the Support CD or
USB flash disk for the BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for CD-ROM...

When the BIOS file is found, the utility reads it and starts erasing the corrupted BIOS
file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery...
Checking for CD-ROM...
CD-ROM found!
Reading file P5KPLGIN.ROM. Completed.
Start Erasing...
Start Programming...

3.

Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition supports ASUS
CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause
system boot failure!
The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Download
the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

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2.2

BIOS setup program

Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your
system, or prompted to Run Setup. This section explains how to configure your system
using this utility.
If you want to enter Setup after POST, reboot the system by doing any of the following
procedures:
Restart using the OS standard shut-down procedure.

Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> simultaneously.

Press the reset button on the system chassis.

Press the power button to turn the system off then back on.
Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force
reset from a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We
recommend that you always shut down the system properly from the operating system.
The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply to most conditions to ensure
optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS
settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the
Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 2.8 Exit menu.
The BIOS setup screens in this chapter are for reference only. They may not exactly
match what you see on your screen.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this
motherboard.

2.3

Main menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an
overview of the basic system information.
Main

Advanced

Power

System Time
System Date
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
SATA 1
SATA 2

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Boot
Tools
Exit
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Use [ENTER], [TAB] or

[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a field.

[Not
[Not
[Not
[Not

Use [+] or [-] to

configure system time.

Detected]
Detected]
Detected]
Detected]

Storage Configuration
System Information

+-
Tab
F1
F10
ESC

Select Screen
Select Item
Change Field
Select Field
General Help
Save and Exit
Exit

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2.3.1

System Time [xx:xx:xx]

2.3.2

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

Allows you to set the system time.

Allows you to set the system date.

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Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1/2

While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE/SATA devices.
There is a separate submenu for each IDE/SATA device. Select a device item then press
<Enter> to display the IDE/SATA device information.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size,
LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART monitoring). These
values are not user-configurable. These items show N/A if no IDE/SATA device is installed in
the system.

Type [Auto]
Selects the type of the IDE drive. Setting this item to [Auto] allows automatic selection of the
appropriate IDE device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM
drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120,
or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
This item only appears in the Primary IDE Master/Slave menus.

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting this item to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the
device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode
disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When you set this item to [Auto], the data
transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multisector transfer feature. When you set this item to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to
the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]

Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]

DMA Mode [Auto]

Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]

Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

2.3.4

Storage Configuration

The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the storage devices
installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter> if you want to configure the item.

ATA/IDE Configuration [Enhanced]

Sets the ATA/IDE configuration. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Compatible] [Enhanced]
Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]
Sets Serial ATA, Parallel ATA, or both as native mode. Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA]
[S-ATA] [P-ATA]

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IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]

Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]

2.3.5

System Information

This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS
automatically detects the items in this menu.

Bios Information
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.

Processor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specification.

System Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory.

2.4

Advanced menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system
devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field
values can cause the system to malfunction.

JumperFree Configuration
USB Configuration

Adjust system
frequency/voltage

CPU Configuration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration
PCIPnP

2.4.1

JumperFree Configuration

AI Overclocking [Auto]

Enter
F1
F10
ESC

Select Screen
Select Item
Go to Sub-screen
General Help
Save and Exit
Exit

Selects the CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency.
Configuration options:
[Manual] - Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.
[Auto] - Loads the optimal settings for the system.
[Overclock Profile] - Loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for stability when
overclocking.
[Test Mode] - Loads overclock (overclocking 5%) with spread spectrum.
The following item appears only when you set the AI Overclocking item to [Manual].

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CPU Frequency [xxx]

Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The
value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the CPU
frequency. You can also key in the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. The
values range from 133 to 600. Refer to the table below for the correct Front Side Bus and
CPU External Frequency settings.
FSB / CPU External Frequency Synchronization
Front Side Bus

CPU External Frequency

FSB 1600

400MHz

FSB 1333

333MHz

FSB 1066

266MHz

FSB 800

200MHz

The following item appears only when you set the AI Overclocking item to
[Overclock Profile].

Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]

Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency.
Configuration options: [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%]
[Overclock 30%]

DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Allows you to set the DDR2 operating frequency.
Configuration options (for 1600MHz FSB CPU): [Auto] [800MHz] [960MHz] [1000MHz]
[1200MHz]
Configuration options (for 1333MHz FSB CPU): [Auto] [667MHz] [800MHz] [1000MHz]
[1100MHz]
Configuration options (for 1066MHz FSB CPU): [Auto] [667MHz] [800MHz] [1067MHz]
Configuration options (for 800MHz FSB CPU): [Auto] [667MHz] [800MHz]
Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this
happens, revert to the default setting.

1.8V Dual Over Voltage [Auto]

Manually set memory voltage or set to Auto for safe mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [1.92V] [2.01V] [2.17V] [2.26V]

VTT_CPU Over Voltage [Auto]

Manually set FSB Termination Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [1.2V] [1.35V]

1.25V Over Voltage [Auto]

Manually set MCH Chipset Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [1.25V] [1.4V]

1.5V Over Voltage [Auto]

Manually set ICH Chipset Voltage or set to Auto for safe mode.
Configuration options: [Auto] [1.5V] [1.6V]
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2.4.2

USB Configuration

The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no
USB device is detected, the item shows None.

USB Functions [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the USB functions.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2.0 controller.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to [Auto] allows
the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller
legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12
Mbps). This item appears only when you enable the USB 2.0 Controller item.
Configuration options: [FullSpeed ] [HiSpeed ]

2.4.3

CPU Configuration

The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically
detects.

CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]

Sets the ration between CPU core clock and the FSB frequency. Configuration options: [Auto]
If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS, then the actual and set values may differ.
Key in ratio numbers directly.

C1E Support [Enabled]

Enable this item and users can configure the Enhanced Halt State function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]

Enable this item to boot legacy operating systems that cannot support CPUs with extended
CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Vanderpool Technology [Enabled]

Enable this item when the processor supports Vanderpool technology. Users need to reset
the computer to change the configuration of this item. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]

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CPU TM function [Enabled]

Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor (TM2) function, a CPU overheating
protection function. When this item is set to [Enabled], the CPU core frequency and voltage is
reduced when the CPU overheats. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]

Allows you to Enable/disable Execute Disable Function.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled]

Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology. When this item is set to
[Enabled], you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to use the EIST
feature. Set this item to [Disabled] if you do not want to use the EIST.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

2.4.4

Chipset

The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.

North Bridge Configuration

Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]
Allows you to enabled or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the
total physical memory. Enable this option only when you install 64-bit operating system.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable configurating DRAM Timing by SPD.
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Initiate Graphic Adapter [PCI/IGD]

Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.
Configuration options: [IGD] [PCI/IGD]

Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB]

Allows you to select the amout of system memory used by the Interanal graphics device.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 1MB] [Enabled, 8MB]
PEG Port Configuration

Video Function Configuration

DVMT Mode Select [DVMT Mode]

Allows you to select the DVMT Mode. Configuration options: [Fixed Mode]
[DVMT Mode]
DVMT/FIXED Memory [256MB]

Allows you to select the amount of the DVMT/FIXED Memory. Configuration options:
[128MB] [256MB] [Maximum DVMT]

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South Bridge Configuration

Audio Controller [Azalia]
Allows you to set the audio controller. Configuration options: [Azalia] [All Disabled]
Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio]

Allows you to select the front panel support type. Configuration options: [AC97]
[HD Audio]

2.4.5

Onboard Devices Configuration

Onboard PCIE 1000M Lan [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled]
[Disabled]
LAN Option ROM [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN controller. This item
appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to [Enabled]. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]

2.4.6

PCI PnP

The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.
The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA
devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect field values
can cause the system to malfunction.

Plug and Play O/S [No]

When this item is set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When this item
is set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system
configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

PCI Latency Timer [64]

Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device latency timer register.
Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248]

Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]

When this item is set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests
for an IRQ. When this item is set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card
even if requested. Configuration options: [Yes] [No]

Palette Snooping [Disabled]

When this item is set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI devices
that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device]

When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to
[Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device]
[Reserved]

2.5

Power menu

The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power
Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Main

Advanced

Power

Suspend Mode
ACPI 2.0 Support
ACPI APIC Support

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Boot
Tools

[Auto]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]

Exit
Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.

APM Configuration
Hardware Monitor

2.5.1

Suspend Mode [Auto]

2.5.2

ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled]

2.5.3

ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]

Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to be used
for system suspend. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto]
[S1(POS) Only] - Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Suspend) sleep
state. In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in a low power mode. The
system can be resumed at any time.
[S3 Only] - Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default).
In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be off and consumes less power than in the S1
state. When signaled by a wake-up device or event, the system resumes to its working state
exactly where it was left off.
[Auto] - Detected by OS.

Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0
specifications. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When this item is set to
[Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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APM Configuration

Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]

When this item is set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
When this item is set to [Power On], the system goes on after an AC power loss. When this
item is set to [Last State], the system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system
state was before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On]
[Last State]

Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]

Disable/Enable RTC to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully
running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the first try. Turning an external modem
off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the
system power on.

Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]

Disable/Enable PME to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled]

Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires
an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options:
[Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key]

Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]

When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the
system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB
lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

2.5.5

Hardware Monitor

CPU Temperature [xxxC/xxxF]

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperatures.
Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.

CPU Fan Speed (RPM) [xxxxRPM] or [N/A] or [Ignored]

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in
rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows
N/A. Select [Ignored] if you do not want to display the detected speed.

CPU Q-Fan Function [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the Q-Fan function. Configuration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]

VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard
voltage regulators.
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Boot menu

The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press
<Enter> to display the submenu.
Main

Advanced

Power

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Boot
Tools
Exit

Boot Device Priority

Boot Settings Configuration
Security

2.6.1

Specifies the Boot

Device Priority
sequence.
A virtual floppy disk
drive (Floppy Drive B:)
may appear when you set
the CD-ROM drive as the
first boot device.

Boot Device Priority

1st ~ xxth Boot Device

These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The
number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices
installed in the system. Configuration options: [Hard Drive] [Removable Dev.]
[ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled]

2.6.2

Boot Settings Configuration

Quick Boot [Enabled]

Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting
to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When this item is set to [Disabled], BIOS
performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Full Screen Logo [Enabled]

This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo feature.

AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]

Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current]

Bootup Num-Lock [On]

Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On]

PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disable support for PS/2 mouse.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]

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Wait For F1 If Error [Enabled]

When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs.
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Hit DEL Message Display [Enabled]

When this item is set to [Enabled], the system displays the message Press DEL to run
Setup during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

2.6.3

Security

The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

Change Supervisor Password

Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item
on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item
shows Installed.
To set a Supervisor Password:
1.

Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.

2.

From the password box, key in a password composed of up to six letters and/or
numbers, then press <Enter>.

3.

Confirm the password when prompted.

The message Password Installed appears after you successfully set your password.
To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps in setting a supervisor password.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press
<Enter> twice. The message Password uninstalled appears.
If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock
(RTC) RAM. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM.

After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change
other security settings.

User Access Level [Full Access]

This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
Configuration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]
[No Access] - prevents user access to the Setup utility.
[View Only] - allows access but does not allow change to any field.
[Limited] - allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and Time.
[Full Access] - allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility.

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Change User Password

Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the
screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a User Password:
1.

Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.

2.

From the password box, type a password composed of up to six letters and/or
numbers, then press <Enter>.

3.

Confirm the password when prompted.

The message Password Installed appears after you set your password successfully.
To change the user password, follow the same steps in setting a user password.

Clear User Password

Select this item to clear the user password.

Password Check [Setup]

When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When
set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the
system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always]

2.7

Tools menu

The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the submenu.
Main

Advanced

Power

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Boot
Tools
Exit

ASUS EZ Flash 2

AI NET 2

2.7.1

ASUS EZ Flash 2

2.7.2

AI NET 2

Press ENTER to run

the utility to select
and update BIOS. This
utility supports:
1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w)
2.NTFS (read only)
3.CD-DISC (read only)

Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message
appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to
confirm your choice.

Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled]

Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On SelfTest
(POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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2.8

Exit menu

The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS
items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
Main

Advanced

Exit Options
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Discard Changes
Load Setup Defaults

Power

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Boot
Tools
Exit

Exit system setup

after saving the
changes.
F10 key can be used
for this operation.

Select
Screen
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the
options
from this
Select Item
menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.
Enter Go to Sub-screen

Exit & Save Changes

F1
F10
ESC

General Help
Save and Exit
Exit

Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to
ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery
sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this
option, a confirmation window appears. Select OK to save changes and exit.

Exit & Discard Changes

Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup
program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and
Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.

Discard Changes
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved
values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select OK to discard any changes
and load the previously saved values.

Load Setup Defaults

This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup
menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears.
Select OK to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes
before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.

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