Asus P5P41D User Manual

P5P41D
Motherboard
E4825
First Edition V1 July 2009
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Contents
Notices ......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information ..................................................................................... vii
About this guide ....................................................................................... viii
P5P41D specications summary .............................................................. ix
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features ............................................................................ 1-1
1.3.1 Product highlights ........................................................... 1-1
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ............................................... 1-2
1.4 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 1-4
1.5 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 1-5
1.5.1 Placement direction ........................................................ 1-5
1.5.2 Screw holes .................................................................... 1-5
1.5.3 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 1-6
1.5.4 Layout contents ............................................................... 1-6
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 1-7
1.6.1 Installing the CPU ........................................................... 1-7
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan .............................. 1-10
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan ..........................1-11
1.7 System memory ......................................................................... 1-12
1.7.1 Overview ....................................................................... 1-12
1.7.2 Memory congurations .................................................. 1-13
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 1-18
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 1-18
1.8 Expansion slots .......................................................................... 1-19
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 1-19
1.8.2 Conguring an expansion card ..................................... 1-19
1.8.3 PCI slots ........................................................................ 1-19
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots ..................................................... 1-19
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot ..................................................... 1-19
1.9 Jumpers ...................................................................................... 1-20
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Contents
1.10 Connectors ................................................................................. 1-21
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .................................................. 1-21
1.10.2 Internal connectors ....................................................... 1-22
1.11 Software support ........................................................................ 1-28
1.11.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-28
1.11.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-28
Chapter 2: BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-1
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 2-1
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ................................................... 2-2
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...................................... 2-3
2.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 2-4
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen .......................................................... 2-5
2.2.2 Menu bar ......................................................................... 2-5
2.2.3 Navigation keys ............................................................... 2-6
2.2.4 Menu items ..................................................................... 2-6
2.2.5 Submenu items ............................................................... 2-6
2.2.6 Conguration elds ......................................................... 2-6
2.2.7 Pop-up window ............................................................... 2-6
2.2.8 Scroll bar ......................................................................... 2-6
2.2.9 General help ................................................................... 2-6
2.3 Main menu .................................................................................... 2-7
2.3.1 System Time ................................................................... 2-7
2.3.2 System Date .................................................................. 2-7
2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave and SATA 1-4................................2-7
2.3.4 Storage Conguration ..................................................... 2-8
2.3.5 System Information ......................................................... 2-9
2.4 Advanced menu ........................................................................... 2-9
2.4.1 JumperFree Conguration .............................................. 2-9
2.4.2 CPU Conguration .........................................................2-11
2.4.3 Chipset .......................................................................... 2-12
2.4.4 Onboard Devices Conguration .................................... 2-13
2.4.5 USB Conguration ........................................................ 2-13
2.4.6 PCI PnP ........................................................................ 2-14
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Contents
2.5 Power menu ................................................................................ 2-15
2.5.1 Suspend Mode .............................................................. 2-15
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support ......................................................... 2-15
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support ...................................................... 2-15
2.5.4 APM Conguration ........................................................ 2-15
2.5.5 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 2-16
2.6 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-17
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 2-17
2.6.2 Boot Settings Conguration .......................................... 2-17
2.6.3 Security ......................................................................... 2-18
2.7 Tools menu ................................................................................. 2-19
2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 .......................................................... 2-19
2.7.2 Express Gate ................................................................ 2-19
2.7.3 AI NET 2........................................................................ 2-20
2.8 Exit menu .................................................................................... 2-20
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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 modications 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.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
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Safety information

Electrical safety
To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet
before relocating the system.
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may not be included in your
motherboard) and is dened as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
Never dispose of the battery in re. It could explode and release harmful substances into
the environment.
Never dispose of the battery with your regular household waste. Take it to a hazardous
material collection point.
Never replace the battery with an incorrect battery type.
• RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
• DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS.
Operation safety
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.
This motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5(14) and 40(104).
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring 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: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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.
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
Bol d te xt Indicates a menu or an item to select.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 linked with a plus sign (+). Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>
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P5P41D specications summary
CPU LGA775 Socket for Intel® Core�2 Extreme /Core�2 Quad /Core�2 Extreme /Core�2 Quad /Core�2 Quad /
Chipset Northbridge: Intel® G41
System bus 1333/1066/800MHz Memory Dual-channel memory architecture
Expansion slots 1 x PCIe x16 slot
Storage Southbridge Intel® ICH7 supports:
LAN PCIe Gb LAN
Audio ALC887 High Denition Audio 8-channel CODEC
USB 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back
ASUS Special features
Core�2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ready Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list
Southbridge: Intel® ICH7
- 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 1066* (O.C.)/800/667MHz memory modules
- Supports up to 8GB system memory * Only the blue slots support memory overclocking to 1066MHz
** Due to the chipset llimitation, you can only use the DIMM
slots under specic conditions. Refer to the table on page
1-13 for details.
*** When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more,
Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows® 32-bit OS.
2 x PCIe x1 slots 3 x PCI slots
4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 connector
panel)
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Q-Fan ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Turbo Key
ASUS Express Gate
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P5P41D specications summary
Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port
Internal connectors 1 x High Denition front panel audio connector
BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS
Manageability WOL, PXE, WOR by Ring, PME Wake Up
Accessories 1 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 cable
Support DVD Drivers
Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x8.2 in (30.5 cm x 20.8cm)
1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I/O port 1 x Optical S/PDIF port 1 x COM port 1 x Parallel port
1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x System panel connector 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x IDE connector 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector 4 x SATA connectors
v2.5, ACPI v2 0a
2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield User Manual
ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software (OEM version)
*Specications are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter 1

Product introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5P41D 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 P5P41D motherboard
Cables 2 x Serial ATA cables
1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 cable
Accessories 1 x I/O shield
Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD
Documentation User Manual
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

1.3 Special features

1.3.1 Product highlights

Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo CPU
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support
This motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 Core� 2 Extreme / Core� 2 Quad/ Core� 2 Duo processors, which are excellent for multitasking,
multimedia, and enthusiastic gamers with 1333/ 1066/ 800 MHz FSB.
This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in the 45nm manufacturing process.
Intel® G41 Chipset
The Intel® G41 Express Chipset is designed to support dual-channel DDR2 1066 (overclocking)/800/667 architecture, 1333/1066/800 Front Side Bus (FSB), PCIe 1.1, and mutli-core CPUs. It especially includes Intel® Fast memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the memory accesses.
DDR2 1066 (O.C.)/800/667 support
This motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer
rates of 1066 (O.C.)/ 800/ 667 MHz providing great performance for 3D
graphics and other memory-demanding applications.
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology
This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA)
3Gb/s storage specications, delivering enhanced scalability and
doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data saving and retrieval.
Gigabit LAN solution
The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. It is
enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efcient power
management for advanced operating systems.
High Denition Audio
The onboard 8-channel ALC887 High Denition Audio CODEC enables
high-quality audio that automatically detects peripherals plugged into the audio I/O jacks. ALC887 also supports the Windows® Vista Premium OS.

1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features

ASUS EPU
ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting the current PC loading and intelligently moderating power in real-time. It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage to save power and money.
Turbo Key
ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. After you easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button.
ASUS Q-FAN
ASUS Q-FAN technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU fan speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to work in distraction-free environment with minimal noise.
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ASUS Express Gate
Express Gate is a unique OS built into the motherboard. Five seconds after bootup, you can instantly surf the Internet without entering the Windows OS.
• ASUS Express Gate supports le uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs, and USB drives. It supports le downloading to USB devices only.
• The actrual boot time is subject to hardware conguration and product models.
• Express Gate complies with the OpenGL standard. Refer to http://support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes.
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.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to
restore a corrupted BIOS le using the bundled support DVD or USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS le.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility.
ASUS AI NET2
ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the system, and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy.
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. 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 parameters to their default settings.
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.
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1.4 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
• Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
Onboard LED
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 must shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
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1.5 Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts into it.
Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

1.5.1 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.

1.5.2 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.
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis
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1.5.3 Motherboard layout

1.5.4 Layout contents

Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page
1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)
2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)
3. Intel CPU socket 1-7 9. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-20
4. DDR2 DIMM sockets 1-12 10. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 1-27
5. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-4) 1-24 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-23
6. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 1-25 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-24
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1-23 7. Onboard LED 1-4
1-22 8. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-26

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core�2 Extreme / Core�2 Quad / Core�2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dual-core / Celeron® processors
• Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
• Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector and chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN connector to ensure system stability.
• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the
socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.
• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the
LGA775 socket.
• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology.

1.6.1 Installing the CPU

To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
Before installing the CPU, ensure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left.
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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. Lift the load lever in the direction of the
arrow to a 135º angle.
4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and
forenger to a 100º angle (4A), then
push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (4B).
5. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of the socket then t
the socket alignment key into the CPU notch.
PnP cap
Load plate
4B
4A
3
CPU notch
Gold triangle mark
Alignment key
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