Motherboard P5Q Turbo
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Contents Contents....................................................................................................................... iii Notices ....................................................................................................................... vii Safety information..................................................................................................... viii About this guide.................................................................................................
Contents 2.7.2 2.8 2.9 2.7.3 Starting up for the first time..................................................................... 2-39 Turning off the computer.......................................................................... 2-39 Chapter 3: 3.1 3.2 Updating BIOS............................................................................................. 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility..................................................................... 3-2 3.2.
Contents 3.5.13 CPU GTL Reference [Auto]........................................................ 3-16 3.5.16 FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]................................................. 3-16 3.5.15 3.5.17 3.5.18 3.5.19 3.5.20 3.5.21 3.5.22 3.5.23 3.5.24 3.5.25 3.6 3.5.26 SB Voltage [Auto]....................................................................... 3-17 PCIE SATA Voltage [Auto].......................................................... 3-17 Load-Line Calibration [Auto].....................
Contents Chapter 4: 4.1 4.2 4.3 Support DVD information........................................................................... 4-1 4.2.1 4.2.2 ASUS PC Probe II........................................................................ 4-3 4.3.3 ASUS EPU................................................................................... 4-5 4.3.5 4.3.6 4.3.7 4.3.8 4.3.9 ASUS AI Suite.............................................................................. 4-4 ASUS Fan Xpert.....................
Notices 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.
Safety information Electrical safety • • • • • • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical 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.
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 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
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.
P5Q Turbo specifications summary CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPUs Chipset Intel® P45 / ICH10R with Intel® Fast Memory Access (FMA) Technology System bus 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 16 GB, DDR2 1300 / 1200 / 1066 / 800 / 667 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.
P5Q Turbo specifications summary ASUS special features ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS 8-Phase Power Design - ASUS Express Gate ASUS Power Saving Solutions: - ASUS EPU ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions: - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS Drive Xpert - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS O.C.
P5Q Turbo specifications summary Internal I/O connectors 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x IDE connector 1 x COM connector 5 x SATA connectors (red) 2 x Drive Xpert SATA connectors (orange and white) 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) BIOS features 8 Mb
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Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5Q Turbo motherboard! Chapter 1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Chapter 1 LGA775 Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processors in the LGA775 package. It also supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPUs. With the new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture and 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world.
Express Gate Chapter 1 Taking only 5 seconds to bootup, Express Gate is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! It’s a unique motherboard built-in OS. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Messenger to keep in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. Chapter 1 ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Shield’s special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your motherboard. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).
Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed • 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.
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2_USBPW56) 2-24 2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, USBPW7-10, USBPW1112) 2-24 3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-35 4. LGA775 CPU socket 2-5 5. DDR2 DIMM slots 2-10 6. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1–2, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2-33 7. CPU overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU) 2-22 8. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 2-25 9.
2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes 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.
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2.3.1 • Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. • Due to the chipset limitation, we recommend that you use FSB 800MHz CPU or above. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. Retention tab A B Load lever 3. Chapter 2 4. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. PnP cap Load plate Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (4B). 4B 4A 3 5.
6. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer. Chapter 2 Some heatsinks come with pre-applied thermal paste. If so, skip this step. The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help.
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ® • When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Chapter 2 3. DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 2. 3. 4. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
2.4.2 Memory configurations • 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. • We recommend that you install the memory modules from the yellow slots for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency.
P5Q Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1300 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm (Bios) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) Team TXDD1024M1300HC6 1024MB DS 6-6-6-18 V N/A Heat-Sink Package 2.35-2.45 A* B* C* P5Q Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200 MHz capability Vendor Part No. KINGSTON KHX9600D2K2/2G Size SS/ Chip Chip NO.
P5Q Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066 MHz capability (cont.) Part No.
P5Q Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability (cont.
P5Q Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability (cont.) DIMM socket support Timing Dimm (Bios) Voltage (Optional) A* B* C* SS/ Chip DS Brand SAMSUNG M391T5663QZ3-CF7 2048MB DS SAMSUNG K4T1G084QQ Super Talent T800UA12C4 512MB SS Heat-Sink Package SS Transcend TQ243ECF8 5 TQ243PCF8 5 Part No. 4096MB SAMSUNG M378T5263AZ3-CF7 Super Talent T800UB1GC4 1024MB Transcend 1024MB Transcend JM800QLU-1G Transcend JM800QLU-2G 1024MB TS128MLQ64V8U 2048MB Chip NO.
P5Q Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667 MHz capability (cont.) Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO.
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 2 To install a DIMM: 1. 2. DIMM notch Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 1 Chapter 2 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. 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. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. 2. Chapter 2 3. 4. 5. 6.
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2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (blue) This motherboard supports a PCI Express 2.
2.6 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 system passwords. Chapter 2 1. Jumpers To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 2. 4.
2. CPU overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the advanced CPU overvoltage setting in BIOS. Read the following information before you change the jumper setting. Set to pins 1-2 to activate the advanced CPU overvoltage feature. Chapter 2 OV_CPU 2-22 Pins 2-3 (Default) up to 1.70V Pins 1-2 (OV Enabled) up to 2.10V • Before you change the jumper setting for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items introduced in 3.
Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2_USBPW56) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard/mouse and USB port 5-6 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 USBPW56 jumper is for the rear USB ports. Chapter 2 3.
2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 6. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 7. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 3. IEEE 1394a port 8. External SATA port* 4. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 5. LAN (RJ-45) port** 10. Audio I/O ports*** * To use hot-plug, set the Controller Mode in the BIOS settings to [AHCI] mode. See section 3.6.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for details.
** LAN port LED indications Status Left LED Right LED 10 Mbps connection Orange (blinking during data activity) OFF 100 Mbps connection OFF Orange (blinking during data activity) OFF Green (blinking during data activity) OFF OFF 1 Gbps connection OFF Left LED Right LED LAN port *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In M
Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.
Chapter 2 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.
2.7.3 1. Internal connectors IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 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 motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device.
2. ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA 1-5) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. Chapter 2 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® ICH10R RAID controller. • These connectors are set to Standard IDE mode by default.
3. Silicon Image® Sil5723 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA_E1 [orange, port 0], SATA_E2 [white, port 1]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create an EZ Backup or a Super Speed configuration with the Drive Xpert Technology through the onboard Silicon Image® Sil5723 controller. Chapter 2 Before using the Drive Xpert function, ensure that you have back up all your data in your hard disks.
USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78; USB910; USB1112) 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 USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Chapter 2 4. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
6. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Chapter 2 Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module cable is purchased separately. 7. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port.
8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN) Chapter 2 The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A~7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default , the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) 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 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W.
12. Chapter 2 2-36 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 AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) • Chapter 2 This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. System power LED (2-pin PLED) 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 power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
14. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. To install the ASUS Q-Connector: 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to know the detailed pin definitions, and then match them to their respective front panel cable labels. The labels on the front panel cables may vary depending on the chassis model. Chapter 2 2-38 2.
2.8 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 2. 4. 5. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor c. System power b. 6.
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Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 BIOS setup Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance.
3.2.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • • • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet Update the BIOS directly from the Internet View the BIOS version information This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. 4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 2.
3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS 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 the USB port, and then launch EZ Flash 2 in any of these two ways: • • Press + during POST to display the following.
3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.
3.3 BIOS setup program A BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modification. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility. Otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing + + , or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis.
3.3.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. The navigation keys may differ from one screen to another. 3.3.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 3.
3.4 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. You can set the system time and date, BIOS language, and the type of floppy drive installed. Refer to 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
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 device is installed in the system. Type [Auto] Allows you to select the type of IDE drive installed. [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] Select this option if no IDE drive is installed. Allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type.
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] [Enabled] Sets the IDE controller to combine two 16-bit reads from the hard disk into a single 32-bit double word transfer to the processor. This makes more efficient use of the PCI bus as fewer transactions are needed for the transfer of a particular amount of data. [Disabled] Disables this function. 3.4.2 Storage Configuration The Storage Configuration menu allows you to configure your storage devices. Select an item then press to display the submenu.
3.4.3 AHCI Configuration This menu is the section for AHCI configuration. It appears only when you set the item Configure SATA as from the sub-menu of SATA Configuration to [AHCI]. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main AHCI Settings AHCI CD/DVD Boot Time out SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA Port1 Port2 Port3 Port4 Port5 Port6 [Not [Not [Not [Not [Not [Not [35] Some SATA CD/DVD in AHCI mode need to wait ready longer.
3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
3.5.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Use <+> and <-> to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual]. 3.5.3 FSB Frequency [XXX] Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the FSB frequency.
DRAM RAS# Precharge [5 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] – [18 DRAM Clocks] DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge Time [15 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] – [34 DRAM Clocks] RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [15 DRAM Clocks] Row Refresh Cycle Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [20 DRAM Clocks] [25 DRAM Clocks] [30 DRAM Clocks] [35 DRAM Clocks] [40 DRAM Clocks] [45 DRAM Clocks] [50 DRAM Clocks] [55
PRE to PRE Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] [2 DRAM Clocks] [ 3 DRAM Clocks] ALL PRE to ACT Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [15 DRAM Clocks] ALL PRE to REF Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [15 DRAM Clocks] 3.5.8 DRAM Static Read Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.9 DRAM Read Training [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.10 MEM.
3.5.13 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. Use the <+> and <-> keys or the numeric keypad to enter the desired value. The values range from 0.85000V to 2.10000V* with a 0.00625V interval. 3.5.14 • Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. Setting a high VCore voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low VCore voltage may make the system unstable. • The value [2.
Blue Yellow Purple Red CPU Voltage (OV_CPU jumper is disabled) 0.85000V–1.59375V 1.60V–1.70V N/A N/A CPU Voltage (OV_CPU jumper is enabled) 1.25000V–1.99375V 2.00V–2.10V N/A N/A CPU PLL Voltage 1.50V–1.78V 1.80V–2.00V 2.02V–2.20V 2.22V–2.78V FSB Termination Voltage 1.20V–1.38V 1.40V–1.90V N/A N/A DRAM Voltage 1.80V–1.98V 2.00V–2.20V 2.22V–2.40V 2.42V–3.08V NB Voltage 1.10V–1.26V 1.28V–1.40V 1.42V–1.58V 1.60V–1.90V 3.5.
3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP Configure CPU.
C1E Support [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt Sate. Disables this function. Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Disables this function.
3.6.2 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press to display the submenu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Configure North Bridge features.
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3.6.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration Enable support Optionsfor all USB ports. Disabled Enabled USB Devices Enabled: None USB Functions USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.
3.6.5 PCIPnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Plug And Play O/S [No] NO: lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system. YES: lets the operating system configure Plug and Play (PnP) devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system.
3.7 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode Repost Video on S3 Resume ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support [Auto] [No] [Disabled] [Enabled] Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend.
3.7.5 APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power Power Power Power Power Power [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] On On On On On On By By By By By By RTC Alarm External Modem PCI Devices PCIE Devices PS/2 Keyboard PS/2 Mouse to select whether or not to restart the system after AC power loss.
3.7.6 Hardware Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature CPU Temperature MB Temperature [42ºC/107.5ºF] [33ºC/91ºF] CPU Fan Speed CPU Q-Fan Control [4856RPM] [Disabled] Chassis Fan 1 Speed Chassis Fan 2 Speed Chassis Q-Fan Control [N/A] [N/A] [Disabled] Power Fan Speed [N/A] CPU Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage [ 1.234V] [ 3.320V] [ 5.026V] [11.
Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Set to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. CPU Voltage, 3.
3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot Full Screen Logo AddOn ROM Display Mode Bootup Num-Lock Wait For ‘F1’ If Error Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] [Enabled] [Force BIOS] [On] [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system. Quick Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items.
3.8.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed to change password. again to disable password.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password : Installed User Password : Installed Change Supervisor Password User Access Level Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check to change password. again to disabled password. [Full Access] [Setup] User Access Level [Full Access] This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
3.9 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 Drive Xpert Mode Update [Last Setting] Express Gate Enter OS Timer Reset User Data [Enabled] [10 Seconds] [No] 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.
3.9.2 Drive Xpert Mode Update [Last Setting] Set this item to [Mode Change] to show further settings of the Drive Xpert function. Configuration options: [Last Setting] [Mode Change] The following items appear only when you set Drive Xpert Mode Update to [Mode Change]. Before using the Drive Xpert function, ensure that you have back up all your data in your hard disks. • EZ Backup erases all original data/partition in the hard disk connected to the SATA_E2 (white, port 1) connector on the motherboard.
3.9.3 Express Gate [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the first screen of Express Gate for user action.
3.9.4 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools O.C. PROFILE Configuration O.C. Profile 1 Status O.C. Profile 2 Status Save BIOS settings to Profile 1 : Not Installed : Not Installed Save to Profile 1 Load from Profile 1 Save to Profile 2 Load from Profile 2 Start O.C. Profile Save to Profle 1/2 Allows you to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash.
3.9.5 AI NET 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools Check Atheros LAN cable during POST. AI NET 2 Pair Status Length Check Atheros LAN cable [Disabled] Check Atheros LAN Cable [Disabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 [Enabled] BIOS will not check the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). BIOS checks the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).
3.10 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. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation.
Chapter 4 Chapter 4: 4.1 Software support Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista™ operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 4.2 • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. 1. Click the support DVD icon. 2. The support DVD contents are displayed in graphical format. Double-click the Manual folder. 3. Double-click the folder of your selected manual.
4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others.
4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily. Launching AI Suite 1. Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Launch AI Suite by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx. xx. The AI Suite main window appears. 3. The AI Suite icon appears in the Windows® notification area. If you minimize the application main window, click this icon to restore the window.
4.3.3 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in real-time. With auto phase switching for components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking. ASUS EPU provides you with these modes to choose from: • Turbo Mode • Medium Power Saving Mode • High Performance Mode • Max.
4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert Asus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures and your PC’s system loading. The various fan profiles offer flexible controls of fan speeds to achieve a quiet and cool system environment. Launching Fan Xpert After installing AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD, launch Fan Xpert by doubleclicking the AI Suite tray icon and then clicking the Fan Xpert button on the AI Suite main window.
4.3.5 ASUS TurboV ASUS TurboV allows you to easily overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS, and set up the best O.C. settings for different scenarios. Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. • For system stability, all changes made in ASUS TurboV will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot.
4.3.6 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games—with just one touch! Launching ASUS Turbo Key 1. Install ASUS Turbo Key from the motherboard support DVD. 3. Double-click the ASUS Turbo Key icon in the Windows® notification area to launch the Turbo Key user interface. 2. Restart your computer.
4.3.7 ASUS Drive Xpert Drive Xpert, an ASUS exclusive technology, secures the data on your hard disk and enhances hard drive performance without the hassles of complicated configurations. With its user-friendly graphical user interface, you can easily arrange hard drive backups or enhance the hard drive’s transfer rate. Drive Xpert provides you with three modes to choose from: • • • EZ Backup allows one hard disk to backup the other hard disk automatically.
4.3.8 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet, Skype, and viewing your pictures. Within a few seconds of powering on your computer, you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate applications. Notices about ASUS Express Gate • Ensure to install ASUS Express Gate from the motherboard support DVD before use. • ASUS Express Gate supports SATA devices in IDE mode only.
4.3.9 Audio configurations The VIA High Definition Audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Detection,MultiStreaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking and S/PDIF Out support. ® Follow the installation wizard to install the VIA® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the VIA audio software is correctly installed, you will find the VIA HD Audio Deck icon on the taskbar.
4.4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 for six independent Serial ATA channels. 4.4.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage.
4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID set(s) using SATA HDDs. To do this: 1. 2. 3. 4. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. Go to the Main menu > Storage Configuration, and then press . Set the Configure SATA as item to [RAID]. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. 4.4.
Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1038 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe) Disks: Select Disks Strip Size: 128KB Capacity: 0.
7. 8. When the Capacity item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press . The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. When the Create Volume item is selected, press . The following warning message appears: WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu.
2. Use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete, and then press . The following warning message appears: [ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ] ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST! Are you sure you want to delete volume “Volume0”? (Y/N): 3. Press to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager To exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 4.
4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. For Windows® Vista operating system, use either a floppy disk or a USB device with the RAID driver. 4.5.1 • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk.
To install the RAID driver in Windows® XP: 1. 2. 3. 4. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. Press , and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, ensure that you select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH10R). Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. To install the RAID driver in Windows® Vista™: 1.
4.5.3 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation. To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. Refer to the steps below: 1. Using another computer, plug the USB floppy disk drive, and insert the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. 2.
7. Use Notepad to open the file. 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_ICH10R] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iastor_ICH8RICH9RICH10RDO] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. 9. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the file.
