Motherboard P7Q57-M DO
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Contents Notices........................................................................................................... v Safety information....................................................................................... vi About this guide.......................................................................................... vi P7Q57-M DO specifications summary..................................................... viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed...................
Contents 2.3 2.3.1 System Time ................................................................... 2-7 2.3.2 System Date ................................................................... 2-7 2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ........................................................... 2-7 2.3.3 SATA 1-6.............................................................................................2-7 2.3.4 Storage Configuration...................................................... 2-8 2.3.
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 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.
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.
P7Q57-M DO specifications summary CPU LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology Chipset Intel® Q57 Express Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 1333/1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ** H yper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. Refer to Memory QVL for details.
P7Q57-M DO specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x VGA port 1 x COM port 1 x RJ45 port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel audio I/O ports 1 x ME switch Internal I/O Connectors 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 8 USB 2.0/1.
Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you for buying an ASUS® P7Q57-M DO 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.
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. 1 2 3 1 4 5 24.4cm(9.
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1156 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 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.
1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • 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.
DDR3-1333MHz capability Timing DIMM (BIOS) DIMM Support Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip No. DS CORSAIR CM3X2048-1333C9DHX 2048MB DS - - - - • • CORSAIR TW3X4G1333C9 G 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.50V • • Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1024MB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 - • • Crucial BL12864TA1336.8SFB1 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS - - 6-6-6-20 1.8V • • Crucial CT25664BA1339.16FF 2048MB DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT 9 - • • Crucial BL25664ABA1336.
DDR3-1333MHz capability 1-6 DIMM Support Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage SEC 913 HCH9 K4B1G0846E - - • • SS - - - - • • DS Micron 9GF27D9KPT - - • • DS - SEC816HCH9K4B1G0846D - - • • 1024MB SS ASINT DDRII1208-DJ 0844 - - • • SLY3128M8-EDJE 1024MB SS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E - - • • ASINT SLY3128M8-EDJ 2048MB DS ASINT DDRII1208-DJ 0844 - - • • ASINT SLZ3128M8-EDJE 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E - - • • BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-K2G 1024MB SS - - 7-7-7-20 -
DDR3-1067MHz capability Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage 9GF22D9KPT 7 DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT SS ELPIDA Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip No. DS Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1024MB SS Micron Crucial CT25664BA1067.
1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. 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 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
1.6 1. Jumpers 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. CLRTC 1 2 2 3 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P7Q57-M DO P7Q57-M DO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel ports 1 2 3 13 12 11 4 10 9 5 6 8 7 1. PS/2 Mouse port. This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. COM port. This 9-pin COM1 port is for serial devices. 3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table on the next page for the LAN port LED indicators.
8. ME Switch. Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® ME function. Push the switch to ON/OFF labelled on the I/O Shield to enable/disable this function. Disable the Intel® ME function before updating BIOS. 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 10. USB 2.0 ports 3, 4, 5, and 6. These four 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 11. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device.
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4. CPU and Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure 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. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. They are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors.
6. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for an ATX power supply. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
7. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PLED+ PLEDPWR GND PWR LED PWR BTN IDE_LED+ IDE_LEDGround Reset PIN 1 P7Q57-M DO HD_LED RESET P7Q57-M DO System panel connector • 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.
8. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) NC AGND NC NC SENSE2_RETUR GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
10. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
12. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for Ultra DMA 133/100 signal cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100 signal cable: blue, black, and gray.
1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista/7 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.
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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).
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 that you wish to download then click Next. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating from a BIOS file 3. a. Select Update BIOS from a file, then click Next. b.
2. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment.
3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> Backing up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write-protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file. 1.
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.00b [09/06/22] FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: P7Q57-M DO VER: 0205 DATE: 09/21/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ P7P55M.ROM 17:30:48 A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move 3.
2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
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 Ai Tweaker Advanced System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA 1 2 3 4 5 6 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools [00:31:48] [Fri 04/10/2009] [1.44M, 3.5 in.
LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting 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 set to [Auto], the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature.
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 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
DRAM O.C. Profile [DDR3-1600MHz] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [D.O.C.P.] and allows you to select a DRAM O.C. profile, which applies different settings to DRAM frequency, DRAM timing and DRAM voltage. Configuration options: [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1800MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR32000MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] eXtreme Memory Profile [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.] To obtain the best performance of the X.M.P.
DRAM Timing Control Allows you to select the DRAM timing configuration. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard.
DRAM READ to WRITE Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to WRITE Delay(DR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to WRITE Delay(SR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to READ Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [9 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to READ Delay(DR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [9 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to REA
VAXG Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VAXG voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.10V] [1.20V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2.
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable configuring the DRAM Timing by SPD. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Initiate Graphic Adapter [PCIE/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PCIE] [PCIE/PCI] South Bridge Configuration GbE Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller.
2.5.2 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. Key in ratio numbers directly. If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS, then the actual and set values may differ. C1E Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable C1E Support.
A20M [Disabled] Setting this item to [Enabled] allows Legacy OSes to be compatible with APs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you installed an Intel® CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system. When this item is set to [Disabled], the CPU runs at its default speed.
ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode item is set to [ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3] EPP Version [1.9] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode item is set to [EPP]. This item allows you to select the EPP version. Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Allows you to select parallel port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] 2.5.
2.5.5 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 set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system.
2.6.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled] 2.6.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] 2.6.4 APM Configuration 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 Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list.
2.6.5 Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] or [Ignored] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] 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.
2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Main Ai Tweaker Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security 2.7.1 Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. A virtual drive (Drive B:) may appear when you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device.
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 set to [Enabled], the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.7.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options.
1. Select the Change User Password item and press . 2. On the password box, key in a password containing up to six letters, or numbers, or both, then press . 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.
ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V4.00a Current CMOS BOARD: P7Q57-M DO VER: 0205 DATE: 09/21/2009 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [ESC] Exit • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT32/16 format and single partition only.
2.9 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 Ai Tweaker Advanced Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Exit system setup after saving the cahnges. F10 key can be used for this operation. Pressing does not immediately exit this menu.
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