Asus P5E64 WS EVOLUTION User Manual
P5E64 WS
Evolution
Motherboard
E3644
First Edition
February 2008
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Contents
Contents ...................................................................................................... iii
Notices ....................................................................................................... viii
Safety information ...................................................................................... ix
About this guide .......................................................................................... x
P5E64 WS Evolution specications ........................................................ xii
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features ............................................................................ 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights ........................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 ASUS special features ................................................... 1-4
1.3.3 ASUS stylish features ..................................................... 1-7
1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features ........................... 1-7
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 2-2
2.2.1 Placement direction ........................................................ 2-2
2.2.2 Screw holes .................................................................... 2-2
2.2.3 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 2-3
2.2.4 Layout contents ............................................................... 2-4
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-6
2.3.1 Installing the CPU ........................................................... 2-7
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ................................ 2-9
2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan ..........................2-11
2.4 System memory ......................................................................... 2-13
2.4.1 Overview ....................................................................... 2-13
2.4.2 Memory congurations .................................................. 2-14
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 2-18
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 2-18
2.5 Expansion slots .......................................................................... 2-19
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 2-19
2.5.2 Conguring an expansion card ..................................... 2-19
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments ................................................... 2-20
2.5.4 PCI slots ........................................................................ 2-21
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2.5.5 PCI Express x4 slot ....................................................... 2-21
2.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (blue) ................................... 2-21
2.5.7 Universal PCI Express x16 slots (black) ....................... 2-21
2.5.8 AI Slot Detector ............................................................. 2-22
2.6 Jumpers ...................................................................................... 2-23
2.7 Connectors ................................................................................. 2-24
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .................................................. 2-24
2.7.2 Internal connectors ....................................................... 2-26
2.8 G.P. Diagnosis card installation ................................................ 2-37
2.8.1 G.P. Diagnosis card layout ............................................ 2-37
2.8.2 Installing G.P. Diagnosis card ....................................... 2-37
2.8.3 G.P. Diagnosis card check codes.................................. 2-38
Chapter 3: Powering up
3.1 Starting up for the rst time ........................................................ 3-1
3.2 Turning off the computer ............................................................. 3-2
3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function .................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch .............................. 3-2
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 4-1
4.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 4-1
4.1.2 Creating a bootable oppy disk ....................................... 4-4
4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ................................................... 4-5
4.1.4 AFUDOS utility ................................................................ 4-6
4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...................................... 4-8
4.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 4-9
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ........................................................ 4-10
4.2.2 Menu bar ....................................................................... 4-10
4.2.3 Navigation keys ............................................................. 4-10
4.2.4 Menu items ....................................................................4-11
4.2.5 Sub-menu items .............................................................4-11
4.2.6 Conguration elds ........................................................4-11
4.2.7 Pop-up window ..............................................................4-11
4.2.8 Scroll bar ........................................................................4-11
4.2.9 General help ..................................................................4-11
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4.3 Main menu .................................................................................. 4-12
4.3.1 System Time ................................................................. 4-12
4.3.2 System Date ................................................................. 4-12
4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ......................................................... 4-12
4.3.4 Language ...................................................................... 4-12
4.3.5 SATA 1~6 ...................................................................... 4-13
4.3.6 SATA Conguration ....................................................... 4-14
4.3.7 AHCI Conguration ....................................................... 4-15
4.3.8 System Information ....................................................... 4-16
4.4 Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................ 4-17
4.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner ....................................................... 4-17
4.4.2 CPU Ratio Setting ........................................................ 4-18
4.4.3 FSB Strap to North Bridge ........................................... 4-18
4.4.4 DRAM Frequency ........................................................ 4-19
4.4.5 DRAM Command Rate ................................................ 4-19
4.4.6 DRAM CMD Skew on Channel A/B ............................. 4-20
4.4.7 DRAM CLK Skew on Channel A/B ............................... 4-20
4.4.8 DRAM Timing Control .................................................. 4-20
4.4.9 DRAM Static Read Control .......................................... 4-22
4.4.10 DRAM Dynamic Write Control ...................................... 4-22
4.4.11 Ai Clock Twister ............................................................ 4-22
4.4.12 Ai Transaction Booster ................................................. 4-22
4.4.13 CPU Voltage ............................................................... 4-22
4.4.14 CPU PLL Voltage ......................................................... 4-23
4.4.15 FSB Termination Voltage .............................................. 4-23
4.4.16 DRAM Voltage ............................................................. 4-23
4.4.17 NB Voltage ................................................................... 4-23
4.4.18 SB Voltage ................................................................... 4-24
4.4.19 Clock Over-Charging Voltage ...................................... 4-24
4.4.20 Load-Line Calibration ................................................... 4-24
4.4.21 CPU GTL Voltage Reference ....................................... 4-24
4.4.22 NB GTL Voltage Reference .......................................... 4-24
4.4.23 CPU Spread Spectrum ................................................ 4-24
4.4.24 PCIE Spread Spectrum ................................................ 4-24
4.5 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 4-25
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4.5.1 CPU Conguration ........................................................ 4-25
4.5.2 Chipset .......................................................................... 4-27
4.5.3 Onboard Devices Conguration .................................... 4-28
4.5.4 USB Conguration ........................................................ 4-29
4.5.5 PCI PnP ........................................................................ 4-30
4.6 Power menu ................................................................................ 4-31
4.6.1 Suspend Mode ............................................................. 4-31
4.6.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ....................................... 4-31
4.6.3 ACPI 2.0 Support ......................................................... 4-31
4.6.4 ACPI APIC Support ...................................................... 4-31
4.6.5 APM Conguration ........................................................ 4-32
4.6.6 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 4-33
4.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 4-35
4.7.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 4-35
4.7.2 Boot Settings Conguration .......................................... 4-36
4.7.3 Security ......................................................................... 4-37
4.8 Tools menu ................................................................................. 4-39
4.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 .......................................................... 4-39
4.8.2 ASUS O.C. Prole ......................................................... 4-40
4.8.3 Ai Net 2 ......................................................................... 4-41
4.9 Exit menu .................................................................................... 4-42
Chapter 5: Software support
5.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 5-1
5.2 Support DVD information ............................................................ 5-1
5.2.1 Running the support DVD ............................................... 5-1
5.2.2 Drivers menu ................................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 Utilities menu .................................................................. 5-3
5.2.4 Make Disk menu ............................................................. 5-5
5.2.5 Manual menu .................................................................. 5-6
5.2.6 ASUS Contact information .............................................. 5-6
5.2.7 Other information ............................................................ 5-7
5.3 Software information ................................................................... 5-9
5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ ........................................................... 5-9
5.3.2 AI NET2 .........................................................................5-11
5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II ......................................................... 5-12
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5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite ............................................................... 5-18
5.3.5 ASUS EPU Utility -- AI Gear 3 ...................................... 5-20
5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap ................................................................ 5-21
5.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2 .............................................................. 5-22
5.3.8 ASUS AI Booster ........................................................... 5-23
5.3.9 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Denition Audio utility) ... 5-24
5.4 RAID congurations .................................................................. 5-33
5.4.1 RAID denitions ............................................................ 5-33
5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ..................................... 5-34
5.4.3 Intel® RAID congurations ............................................. 5-34
5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ....................................................... 5-44
5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS .... 5-44
5.5.2 Creating a RAID/SATA driver disk in Windows® ............ 5-44
Chapetr 6: ATI® CrossFire™ technology support
6.1 Overview ....................................................................................... 6-1
6.1.1 Requirements .................................................................. 6-1
6.1.2 Before you begin ............................................................. 6-1
6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards ....................................... 6-2
6.3 Software information ................................................................... 6-5
6.3.1 Installing the device drivers ............................................. 6-5
6.3.2 Using the Catalyst™ Control Center ............................... 6-7
Appendix: CPU features
A.1 Intel® EM64T ..................................................................................A-1
Using the Intel® EM64T feature ......................................................A-1
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) ........................A-1
A.2.1 System requirements ......................................................A-1
A.2.2 Using the EIST ................................................................A-2
A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ...........................................A-3
Using the Hyper-Threading Technology ........................................ A-3
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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. 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 manufacturer’s
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 modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s 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.
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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.
•
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure
that all power cables are unplugged.
•
Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
•
Make sure 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 x it by yourself. Contact a
qualied 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, make sure 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 stable surface.
•
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical,
electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not
be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring
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.
• Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform
when installing system components. It includes description of the switches,
jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
• Chapter 3: Powering up
This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down
the system.
• Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
• Chapter 5: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the
motherboard package.
• Chapter 6: ATI CrossFire™ support
This chapter describes the ATI CrossFire™ feature and shows the graphics
card installation procedures.
• Appendix: CPU features
The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the
motherboard supports.
Where to nd 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. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.
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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure 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.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> 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.
<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the
key names are connected with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as
shown.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
afudos /iP5E64WE.ROM
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P5E64 WS Evolution specications
CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4
Chipset Northbridge: Intel® MCH X48
System bus 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz
Memory Dual-channel memory architecture
Expansion slots 4 x PCI Express™ x16 slots
Storage Intel® ICH9R Southbridge
LAN Marvell® 88E8056 / 88E8001 Dual Gigabit LAN controllers
High Denition audio ADI® 1988B 8-channel High-Denition Audio CODEC
IEEE 1394 VIA VT6308S controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports
USB Supports up to 12 USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports (6 at mid-board, 6
/ Celeron® processor
Supports Intel® 45nm, Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad /
Core™ 2 Duo processor
Intel® EM64T / EIST / Hyper-Threading Technology
* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list
Southbridge: Intel® ICH9R
- 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered DDR3
1800 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz memory
modules
- Supports up to 8 GB system memory
1 x PCI Express™ x4 slot
2 x PCI 2.2 slots
- 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 10, andwith RAID 0, 1, 10, and
5 conguration
- Intel® Matrix Storage Technology
Marvell® 88SE6145 SATA/PATA controller
- 1 x UltraDMA 133/100 for up to 2 PATA devices
- 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ports and 2 x External SATASerial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ports and 2 x External SATAExternal SATA
3.0 Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 10, and 5 conguration
- Supports teaming function
- Supports Jack-Sensing, Enumeration, Multi-Supports Jack-Sensing, Enumeration, Multi streaming, and Jack-Retasking Technology
- Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF out ports at back I/O
- ASUS AI Audio 2
- ASUS Noise Filter
(one at midboard; one at back panel)(one at midboard; one at back panel)
at back panel)
(continued on the next page)
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P5E64 WS Evolution specications
AI Lifestyle Unique
Features
Other Features ASUS MyLogo 2
ASUS Exclusive
Overclocking Features
ASUS Power Saving solution:
- ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit)
- ASUS AI Gear 3 (ASUS EPU Utility)
- ASUS AI Nap
ASUS Workstation Features:
- G.P. Diagnosis card
- ASUS SASsaby cards support
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
- ASUS HE95
- ASUS New Generation 8-Phase Power Design
- ASUS Fanless Design: Pure Copper Heat-pipe
solution
- ASUS Q-Fan 2
ASUS EZ DIY:
- ASUS Q-Connector
- ASUS O.C. Prole
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
- ASUS AI Slot Detector
Multi-language BIOS
Intelligent overclocking tools:
- ASUS AI Booster utility
Precision Tweaker 2:
- vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V
increment
- vDIMM: 40-step DRAM voltage control
- vChipset (N.B.): 25-step DRAM voltage control
- vFSB Termination: 15-step DRAM voltage control
- vCPU PLL: 64-step Chipset voltage control
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
- FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 800MHz at 1MHz
increment
- Memory tuning from 800MHz up to 3200MHz
- PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to
150MHz at 1MHz increment
Overclocking Protection:
- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
(continued on the next page)
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P5E64 WS Evolution specications
Internal connectors 3 x USB connectors support six additional USB ports
Rear panel connectors 1 x PS/2 keyboard port
BIOS features 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0,
Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, AI NET 2, Chassis
Support DVD contents Drivers
Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm)
1 x Floppy disk drive connector
1 x IDE connector
6 x Serial ATA connectors
1 x CPU fan connector with PWM control
2 x Chassis fan conectors with Q-fan 2 control
1 x Power fan connector
1 x IEEE1394a connector
1 x COM connector
1 x TPM connector
1 x Chassis intrusion connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x CD audio in connector
1 x 24-pin ATX power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX +12 V power connector
1 x 20-pin panel connector
2 x External Serial ATA port
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port
1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port
1 x IEEE1394a
2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
8-channel audio ports
SMBIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS
CrashFree BIOS 3
Intrusion, BIOS ash utility under DOS
ASUS PC Probe II
ASUS AI Suite
Anti-virus software
Adobe Acrobat Reader ver 7.0
Microsoft Direct X ver 9.0C
*Specications are subject to change without notice.
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This chapter describes the motherboard
features and the new technologies
it supports.
Chapter 1: Product
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introduction
Chapter summary
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1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features ............................................................................ 1-2
ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5E64 WS Evolution motherboard!
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.
Motherboard ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution
I/O modules 1 x 2-port USB + 1-port IEEE 1394a module2-port USB + 1-port IEEE 1394a module1-port IEEE 1394a module
1 x COM port module
Cables Serial ATA signal cable for 8 devices
Serial ATA power cable for 4 devices
1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable
1 x Floppy disk drive cable
Accessories I/O shield
1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system
panel; Retail version only)
G.P. Diagnosis card (Retail version only)
Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD
Documentation User guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-1
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
Green ASUS
This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction
on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision
of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard
consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad /
Core™2 Duo Processor Support
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad /
Core™ 2 Duo processors in the LGA775 package. It is excellent for multi-tasking,
multi-media and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB. The
Intel® Core™ 2 series processor is one of the most powerful CPUs in the world.
This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing
process.
Intel X48 Chipset
The Intel® X48 Express Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support dualchannel DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 architecture, 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 FSB
(Front Side Bus), dual PCI Express x16 graphics and multi-core CPUs. It especially
includes Intel® Fast Memory Access technology that signicantly optimizes the use
of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the memory accesses.
PCIe 2.0
This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for twice the current speed
and bandwidth. This enhances system performance while still providing backward
compatibility to PCIe 1.0 devices.
DDR3 memory support
The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates
of 1800(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth
requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The
dual-channel DDR3 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory
to boost system performance. Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the
memory size across two channels. Users may install different memory size DIMMs
into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the
same time. This new feature optimizes the use of available memory size. See page
2-13 for details.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go
This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial
ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specication, delivering enhanced scalability and
doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. The external
SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions.
Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents to external devices.
See page 2-25 and 2-28 for details.
Dual RAID solution
The Intel® ICH9R Southbridge incorporates six Serial ATA connectors with high
performance RAID 0, 1, 10 and 5 functions, and the Marvell
another four external Serial ATA connectors for RAID 0, 1, 10 and 5 functions,
making this motherboard an ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and
data back up protection without the cost of add-on cards. See page 2-28 to 2-29
for details
®
controller provides
IEEE 1394a support
The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video
appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals
& other PC portable devices. See page 2-24 and 2-30 for details.
S/PDIF digital sound ready
This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio
systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface)
jacks. It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and
keeps the best signal quality. See page 2-24 and 2-25 for details.
Dual Gigabit LAN solution
The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to serve as a network
gateway for managing trafc between two separate networks. This capability
ensures rapid transfer of data from WAN to LAN without any added arbitration or
latency. See page 2-24 for details.
ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 1-3
High Denition Audio
Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High
Denition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality
192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-
streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different
destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while playing
multi-channel network games. See page 2-24 to 2-25 for details.
1.3.2 ASUS special features
ASUS Power Saving Solution
ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced
computing power and energy consumption.
ASUS EPU
The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to digitally monitor and
tune the CPU power supply with improved VR responses in heavy or light
loadings. It automatically provides power for higher performance or improve
efciency by 7% when the PC is running low intensity applications. Working
together with AI Gear 3, this can help you attain the best possible power
efciency and energy savings up to 58.6% to help save the environment. See
page 5-20 for details.
AI Nap
With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise
when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS
environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. See page 5-21 for
details.
ASUS Workstation Features
ASUS Workstation features provide complete support to system maintainance and
storage technology.
G.P. Diagnosis card
Bundled with P5E64 WS Evolution motherboard (retail version), the G.P.
Diagnosis card assists users in system checking by effortlessly and quickly
providing precise system checks right after they switch on their PCs. See
page 2-37 for details.
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ASUS SASsaby cards support
This motherboard is fully compatible with ASUS SASsaby cards (optional).
Faster, safer and more stable, SAS will provide users with a better choice for
storage expansion and upgrade needs.
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the
overclocking capability.
HE 95
With the whole new high power efciency design – HE 95, this motherboard
is able to achieve 95%+ power efciency in light loading mode and 90%+ in
full/heavy loading mode. No software or driver required, the hardware-based
HE 95 automatically saves power for users.
New Generation 8-Phase Power Design
The ASUS 8-Phase Power Design provides highly efcient operation to
generate less heat (at least 18°C (32.4°F)) than other conventional power
solutions. It reduces input ripple current and output ripple voltage, which
keeps CPU and power module from suffering the risk of high power stress.
It has the advantages of quick transient response and stability, especially
benecial when CPU requires more current immediately under heavy loading
or overclocking mode.
Fanless Design - Heat-pipe
The Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by the chipsets to
the heatsink near the back IO ports, where it can be carried away by existing
airow from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. The purpose of the innovative
heat pipe design on this motherboard is that the groundbreaking fanless
design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. Furthermore, it
provides options for users to install side-ow fan or passive cooler. The Heat
Pipe design is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to date.
DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and
affect the heat dissipation performance.
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ASUS Stack Cool 2
Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution offered exclusively
by ASUS. It effectively transfers heat generated by the critical components
to the other side of the specially designed PCB (printed circuit board) for
effective heat dissipation.
Q-Fan 2
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis
fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efcient
operation. See page 4-34 and 5-22 for details.
ASUS Crystal Sound
This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game,
video conference and recording.
AI Audio 2
AI Audio 2 creates a virtual center channel that expands the overall sound
eld without introducing a picket fencing effect. Preserving the dialogue or
solo performances with downmixing from multichannels will allow you to
experience true-to-life high quality audio. See page 5-24 to 5-32 for details.
Noise Filter
This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like
computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates
it in the incoming audio stream while recording. See page 5-27 and 5-32 for
details.
ASUS EZ DIY
ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer
components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings.
ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis
front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the
trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding
wrong cable connections. See page 2-36 for details.
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ASUS O.C. Prole
The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Prole that allows users to
conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be
stored in the CMOS or a separate le, giving users freedom to share and
distribute their favorite settings. See page 4-40 for details.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data
from a USB ash disk containing the BIOS le. See page 4-8 for details.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predened
hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS.
Update your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an
OS-based ash utility. See page 4-5 and 4-39 for details.
ASUS AI Slot Detector
When PCIE/PCI devices are installed, you can nd out if they are installed
successfully via ASUS’s innovatively designed on-board LEDs when they
switch on the power. This provides an efcient way to identify the correct way
to set up without entering the operating system. See page 2-22 for details.
1.3.3 ASUS stylish features
ASUS MyLogo2™
This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for
a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. See page 4-36 for details.
1.3.4 ASUS intelligent overclocking features
Precision Tweaker 2
Allows the user to adjust the North Bridge Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, CPU
PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in 0.02v steps to netune voltages to achieve
the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking conguration.
See page 4-23 for details.
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C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the
BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the
system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system
chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the
BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter.
Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required before using C.P.R.
function.
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This chapter lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform
when installing system components. It
includes description of the jumpers and
connectors on the motherboard.
Chapter 2: Hardware
2
information
Chapter summary
2
2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-6
2.4 System memory ......................................................................... 2-13
2.5 Expansion slots .......................................................................... 2-19
2.6 Jumper ........................................................................................ 2-23
2.7 Connectors ................................................................................. 2-24
2.8 G.P. Diagnosis card installation ................................................ 2-37
ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution
2.1 Before you proceed
P5E64 WS EVOLUTION
®
P5E64 WS Evolution Onboard LED
SB_PWR
ON
Standby
Power
OFF
Powered
Off
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.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal
object, such as the power supply case, before handling components 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, and/or components.
Onboard LED
The 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
should 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.
ASUS P5E64 WS Evolution 2-1
P5E64 WS EVOLUTION
®
2.2 Motherboard overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to
ensure that the motherboard ts into it.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage
motherboard components.
2.2.1 Placement direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure 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.
2.2.2 Screw holes
Place nine (9) 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.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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PANEL
P5E64 WS EVOLUTION
®
AAFP
CHASSIS
24.5cm (9.6in)
30.5cm (12.0in)
CPU_FAN
DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
FLOPPY
Super
I/O
CD
PCIEX16_1
PCI1
CLRTC
SB_PWR
EATXPWR
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
CHA_FAN1
COM1
EATX12V
LGA775
Intel
®
X48
IE1394_2
PWR_FAN
Intel
®
ICH9R
USB78
PCIEX4_1
LAN2_USB34
KB_USB56
LAN1_USB12
AUDIO
F_ESATA12
SPDIF_O12
VIA
VT6308S
TPM
BIOS
CHA_FAN2
DET_X16_1
SATA_E2
SATA_E1
USB910
SATA2
SATA1
SATA4
SATA3
SATA6
SATA5
DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DET_PCI1
ADI
1988B
PRI_EIDE
Marvell
®
88E6145
PEX8518
Marvell
®
88E8056
PCI2
PCIEX16_4
DET_X16_4
PCIEX16_2
DET_X16_2
PCIEX16_3
DET_X16_3
CHA_FAN4
CHA_FAN3
DET_X4_1
DET_PCI2
Marvell
®
88E8001
USB1112
2.2.3 Motherboard layout
Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and
internal connectors.
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2.2.4 Layout contents
Slots Page
1. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-13
2. PCI slots 2-21
3. PCI Express x4 slot 2-21
4. PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (blue) 2-21
5. Universal PCI Express x16 slots (black) 2-21
Jumper Page
1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_EN) 2-23
Rear panel connectors Page
1. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2-24
2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 2-24
3. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port 2-24
4. IEEE 1394a port 2-24
5. LAN 2 (RJ-45) port 2-24
6. Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 2-24
7. Rear Speaker Out port (black) 2-24
8. Line In port (light blue) 2-24
9. Line Out port (lime) 2-24
10. Microphone port (pink) 2-25
11. Side Speaker Out port (gray) 2-25
12. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2-25
13. External SATA ports 2-25
14. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-25
15. Optical S/PDIF Out port 2-25
16. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 2-25
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