Asus P5W64 WS User Manual

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P5W64 WS Professional

Motherboard

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First Edition V1First Edition V1

First Edition V1

First Edition V1First Edition V1 August 2006August 2006

August 2006

August 2006August 2006

Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,

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Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

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Contents

Notices ............................................................................................... vii

Safety information ............................................................................ viii

About this guide ................................................................................. ix

P5W64 WS Professional specifications summary ............................... xi

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 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 Intelligence (AI) features .............................. 1-5

1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-6

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware information

Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 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 ASUS Stack Cool 2 ................................................. 2-3

2.2.4 Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-4

2.2.5 Layout contents ..................................................... 2-5

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-7

2.3.1 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-8

2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ...................... 2-10

2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan .................. 2-12

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-14

2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-14

2.4.2 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-14

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ................................................... 2-19

2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ................................................. 2-19

2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-20

2.5.1 Installing an expansion card .................................. 2-20

2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-20

2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-21

2.5.4 PCI Express x16 slots ........................................... 2-22

2.5.5 PCI slots ................................................................ 2-22

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-27

2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-28

2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 2-28

2.7.2 Internal connectors............................................... 2-31

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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering up

Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the first 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 setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 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 floppy 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 ................................ 4-9

4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11

4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 4-12

4.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 4-12

4.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 4-12

4.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 4-13

4.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 4-13

4.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 4-13

4.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 4-13

4.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 4-13

4.2.9 General help .......................................................... 4-13

4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14

4.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 4-14

4.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 4-14

4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 4-14

4.3.4 Language .............................................................. 4-14

4.3.5 Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ........ 4-15

4.3.6 IDE Configuration .................................................. 4-16

4.3.7 System Information .............................................. 4-18

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-19

4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 4-19

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4.4.2 LAN Cable Status ................................................. 4-23

4.4.3 USB Configuration................................................. 4-24

4.4.4 CPU Configuration ................................................. 4-26

4.4.5 Chipset ................................................................. 4-28

4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 4-30

4.4.7 PCI PnP ................................................................. 4-32

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4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-32

4.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 4-33

4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 4-33

4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 4-33

4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 4-34

4.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 4-34

4.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 4-36

4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-38

4.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 4-38

4.6.2 Removable Drives ................................................. 4-39

4.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-41

4.7 Tools ................................................................................... 4-44

4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ................................................... 4-44

4.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile .................................................. 4-45

4.8 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-47

Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

Chapter 5: Software support

Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

5.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 5-1

5.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 5-1

5.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 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 Manuals menu ......................................................... 5-6

5.2.6 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 AI Gear .................................................................. 5-12

5.3.4 AI Nap ................................................................... 5-14

5.3.5 AI Booster............................................................. 5-15

5.3.6 ASUS PC Probe II ................................................... 5-16

5.3.7 SoundMAX

High Definition Audio utility .............. 5-22

5.4 RAID configurations ............................................................ 5-27

5.4.1 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ............................. 5-28

5.4.2 Intel® RAID configurations ................................... 5-28

5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ................................................. 5-39

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Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features

Appendix: CPU features

Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features

A.1 Intel® EM64T ........................................................................ A-1

A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep

A.3 Intel

Hyper-Threading Technology ...................................... A-3

Technology (EIST) .................... A-1

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

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

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian 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 CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ICES-003.

ICES-003.

ICES-003.ICES-003.

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Safety information

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

Electrical safety

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

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

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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.

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

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

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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.

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

Operation safetyOperation safety

Operation safety

Operation safetyOperation safety

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

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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.

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

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

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Place the product on a stable surface.

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

The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Please 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 configuring the motherboard.

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

How this guide is organized

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

This user guide contains the following parts:

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new

technology it supports.

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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information

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Chapter 2: Hardware information

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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 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.

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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up

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Chapter 3: Powering up

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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting

down the system.

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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup

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Chapter 4: BIOS setup

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Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 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.

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Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support

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Chapter 5: Software support

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Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes

with the motherboard package.

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Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features

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Appendix: CPU features

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Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the

motherboard supports.

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Where to find more information

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

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

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites

ASUS websites

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware

and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation

Optional documentation

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guideConventions 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: DANGER/WARNING:

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING: when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION:CAUTION:

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

CAUTION:CAUTION: when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: task.

NOTE: NOTE:

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a

NOTE: NOTE: task.

TypographyTypography

Typography

TypographyTypography

Bold textBold text

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Bold textBold text

Italics

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than

<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys

CommandCommand

Command Means that you must type the command exactly

CommandCommand

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

sign means that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.

simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.

Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

afudos /i[filename] afudos /iW64WSPRO.ROM

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P5W64 WS Professional specifications summary

CPUCPU

CPU

CPUCPU

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

Front Side BusFront Side Bus

Front Side Bus

Front Side BusFront Side Bus

MemoryMemory

Memory

MemoryMemory

LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron

processor

Supports Intel

Pentium® Processor Extreme Edition and

Intel® Pentium® D Processor

Supports Intel® next generation 65nm and Intel® Core™ 2

Duo/Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme processors Supports Intel® next generation Multi-Core processor Compatible with Intel® 06B, 05B/05A and 04B/04A

processors Supports Intel® EIST/EM64T/Hyper-Threading Technology

Northbridge: Intel

975X (suppports ATi CorssFire dual

Gfx technology) Southbridge: Intel® ICH7R PCI-E Switch: IDT89HA0324

1066/800 MHz

Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 8 GB system

memory unbufferred ECC/non-ECC DDR2 667/

533 MHz memory modules Native DDR2 800 support

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

Expansion slots

Expansion slotsExpansion slots

CrossFire™CrossFire™

CrossFire™

CrossFire™CrossFire™

StorageStorage

Storage

StorageStorage

LANLAN

LAN

LANLAN

High DefinitionHigh Definition

High Definition

High DefinitionHigh Definition AudioAudio

Audio

AudioAudio

4 x PCI Express™ x16 slots for discrete graphics cards

(at x8, x8, x4, x8 mode or at x16, x0, x4, x0 mode) 2 x PCI 2.2 slots

Supports ATi CrossFire™ graphics cards

Intel

ICH7R Southbridge supports:

- 1 x IDE connector for up to two Ultra DMA

100/66/33 hard disks

- 4 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s hard disks with RAID 0,

RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 configuration

- Intel® Matrix Storage Technology

Marvell® 88SE6145 Serial ATA controller supports:

- 3 x Serial ATA I/II 3.0 Gb/s hard disks

- 1 X External Serial ATA hard disk

Marvell

88E8052+88E8001 Dual Gigabit LAN controllers

- Support teaming function

High definition audio, ADI

AD1988B SoundMax 7.1

channel CODEC Supports Multi-streaming, Enumeration, Jack-sensing,

and Jack-retasking functions Coaxial and optical S/PDIF out ports

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P5W64 WS Professional specifications summary

IEEE 1394aIEEE 1394a

IEEE 1394a

IEEE 1394aIEEE 1394a

T1 1394a controller supports:

- 2 x IEEE 1394a ports

USBUSB

USB

USBUSB

ASUS specialASUS special

ASUS special

ASUS specialASUS special features -features -

features -

features -features PerformancePerformance

Performance

PerformancePerformance

Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports

Intelligent overclocking tools:

- AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System)

- AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner)

- AI Clock Skew

- ASUS PEG Link (automatic performance tuning for single/dual graphics cards)

- ASUS BIOS Profile

- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) -

- ASUS AI Booster

- Adjustable FSB/DDR2 ratio. Fixed PCI/PCIe frequencies.

- Hyper Path 3

Precision Tweaker:

- vDIMM: 12-step DRAM voltage control

- vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.0125 V increment

- Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS): allowing FSB tuning from 100 MHz up to 550 MHz at 1 MHz increment

- PCI Express x16 frequency: allowing PCI Express x16 frequency tuning from 9 0 MHz to 150 MHz at 1 MHz increment

ASUS specialASUS special

ASUS special

ASUS specialASUS special features -features -

features -

features -features ThermalThermal

Thermal

ThermalThermal

ASUS specialASUS special

ASUS special

ASUS specialASUS special features - Lifefeatures - Life

features - Life

features - Lifefeatures - Life

ASUS specialASUS special

ASUS special

ASUS specialASUS special features - Othersfeatures - Others

features - Others

features - Othersfeatures - Others

BIOS featuresBIOS features

BIOS features

BIOS featuresBIOS features

ASUS 8-Phase Power Design Stack Cool 2 Q-Fan 2 ASUS Heat-pipe thermal solution

Multi-language BIOS SATA on the Go AI Nap AI Gear My Logo 2

CrashFree BIOS 3 EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI NET 2 Q-Connector ASUS AI Quiet TPM (Trusted Platform Module) 1.2 (optional)

8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, Green PnP, DMI, Wfm2.0,

ACPI v2.0a, SMBIOS v2.3, EZ Flash, CrashFree BIOS

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P5W64 WS Professional specifications summary

Rear panelRear panel

Rear panel

Rear panelRear panel

InternalInternal

Internal

InternalInternal connectorsconnectors

connectors

connectorsconnectors

1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x Parallel port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x eSATA port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 8-Channel audio ports

1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x Primary IDE connector 4 x ICH7R Serial ATA connectors 3 x Marvell 1 x Optical drive audio connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 2 x USB connectors for four additional USB 2.0 ports 2 x IEEE 1394a port connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Power fan connector 1 x EZ Plug connector 1 x Serial port (COM1) connector EATX power connectors (24-pin and 2 x 4-pin) System panel connector

88SE6145 Serial ATA RAID connectors

Support CDSupport CD

Support CD

Support CDSupport CD contentscontents

contents

contentscontents

ManageabilityManageability

Manageability

ManageabilityManageability

Form FactorForm Factor

Form Factor

Form FactorForm Factor

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Device drivers BIOS Flash Utility under DOS ASUS AI Booster ASUS PC Probe 2 Anti virus software Microsoft Adobe® Acrobat Reader® 7.0 RAID Utility

WOL by PME, WOR by PME, chassis intrusion, PXE,

AI NET

ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm)

DirectX 9.0c

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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

introduction

Product

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Chapter summary

1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-1

1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1

1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2

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ASUS P5W64 WS Professional

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1.1 Welcome!

®®

Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS

Thank you for buying an ASUS

Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS Workstation Workstation

Workstation

Workstation Workstation

motherboard!motherboard!

motherboard!

motherboard!motherboard!

®®

P5W64 WS ProfessionalP5W64 WS Professional

P5W64 WS Professional

P5W64 WS ProfessionalP5W64 WS Professional

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.

MotherboardMotherboard

Motherboard ASUS P5W64 WS PRO motherboard

MotherboardMotherboard

I/O modulesI/O modules

I/O modules 1 x 2-port IEEE 1394a module

I/O modulesI/O modules

1 x 2-port USB 2.0 module

CablesCables

Cables 1 x Floppy disk drive cable

CablesCables

1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 7 x Serial ATA signal cables 4 x Serial ATA power cables for up to 7 devices

AccessoriesAccessories

Accessories I/O shield

AccessoriesAccessories

Application CDApplication CD

Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD

Application CDApplication CD

InterVideo® Media Launcher

DocumentationDocumentation

Documentation User guide

DocumentationDocumentation

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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ASUS P5W64 WS Professional

ASUS P5W64 WS ProfessionalASUS P5W64 WS Professional

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1.3 Special features

1.3.11.3.1

1.3.1

1.3.11.3.1

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology

Latest processor technology Latest processor technology

Product highlightsProduct highlights

Product highlights

Product highlightsProduct highlights

The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array (LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron®/Pentium® D/ Pentium® Processor Extreme Edition in the 775-land package with 1066/ 800/533 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). The motherboard also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and is fully compatible with Intel

05B/

05A and 04B/04A processors. See page 2-7 for details.

IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

® ®

Core™2 Duo/ IntelCore™2 Duo/ Intel

Core™2 Duo/ Intel

Core™2 Duo/ IntelCore™2 Duo/ Intel

® ®

Core™2 Extreme CPU supportCore™2 Extreme CPU support

Core™2 Extreme CPU support

Core™2 Extreme CPU supportCore™2 Extreme CPU support

This motherboard supports the latest powerful and energy efficient processors from Intel®. Intel® Core™2 Duo and Intel® Core™2 Extreme are based on the Intel® Core™ Microarchitecture and built on the 65-nanometer (nm) process technology with copper interconnect. Intel

Core™2 Duo and Intel® Core™2 Extreme allow users to step up to new levels of gaming experience and multi-tasking performance. Boosting performance is a shared and multi-core optimized L2 cache of 2 MB or 4 MB, guaranteeing enhanced user experience in the digital home and office.

®®

IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® D/Pentium® 4/Celeron

®®

65nm Dual-Core CPU support 65nm Dual-Core CPU support

65nm Dual-Core CPU support

65nm Dual-Core CPU support 65nm Dual-Core CPU support

dual-core processors built on the 65-nanometer (nm) process technology with copper interconnect. Dual-core processors contain two physical CPU cores with dedicated L2 caches to meet demands for more powerful processing. Intel®’s 65nm process is the most advanced chip manufacturing technology, delivering breakthrough performance, enhanced media experience, and low power consumption. Intel

65nm dual-core processors utilize the latest package technologies for a thinner, lighter design without compromising performance.

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IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

975X Express/ICH7R chipset 975X Express/ICH7R chipset

975X Express/ICH7R chipset

975X Express/ICH7R chipset 975X Express/ICH7R chipset

The Intel® 975X Express Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the ICH7R I/O controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. The Intel

975X Express is the latest chipset designed to support Dual PCI Express graphics, along with the maximum 8 GB dual-channel DDR2 800/667/533 MHz, 1066/800/533 FSB, and dual-core CPU. The MCH also supports the Intel® Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT) that boosts system performance.

The Intel

ICH7R Southbridge integrates four Serial ATA I/II connectors enabled through the Serial ATA 3 Gb/s RAID controller to ensure data security and enable powerful multi-task processing.

®®

IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

®®

EM64T EM64T

EM64T

EM64T EM64T

The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs with the Intel® EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel

EM64T feature allows your computer to run on 64-bit operating systems and access larger amounts of system memory for faster and more efficient computing. See the Appendix for details.

®®

IntelIntel

Intel

IntelIntel

®®

Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT) Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT)

Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT)

Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT) Memory Pipeline Technology (MPT)

The Intel® MPT increases system-level and standard operating performance by optimizing memory access between CPU and system memory.

Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep

Enhanced Intel SpeedStep

Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep

Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)

Technology (EIST)

Technology (EIST) Technology (EIST)

The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) intelligently manages the CPU resources by automatically adjusting the CPU voltage and core frequency depending on the CPU loading and system speed or power requirement. See page 4-27 and the Appendix for details.

DDR2 memory support DDR2 memory support

DDR2 memory support

DDR2 memory support DDR2 memory support

The motherboard supports DDR2 memory, which features data transfer rates of 800/667/533 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 10.7 GB/s. See page 2-14 for details.

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Serial ATA I/II technology and SATA-On-The-Go

Serial ATA I/II technology and SATA-On-The-GoSerial ATA I/II technology and SATA-On-The-Go

The motherboard supports the Serial ATA 3 Gb/s technology through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel® ICH7R chipset. The Serial ATA 3 Gb/s specification provides twice the bandwidth of the current Serial ATA products with a host of new features, including Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm, and Hot Swap. Serial ATA allows thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count and reduced voltage requirements. Leveraging these Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s features is the SATA-On-The-Go. Supported by the Marvell Serial ATA controller, four Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (three at midboard and one on the rear panel) provide smart setup, and hot-plug function. See pages 2-35 and 2-36 for details.

PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface

PCI Express™ interface

PCI Express™ interface PCI Express™ interface

The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. See page 2-23 for details.

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S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready

S/PDIF digital sound ready

S/PDIF digital sound ready S/PDIF digital sound ready

The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology through the S/PDIF interfaces on the rear panel. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio and speaker systems. See page 2-33 for details.

8-channel high definition audio 8-channel high definition audio

8-channel high definition audio

8-channel high definition audio 8-channel high definition audio

Onboard is the ADI AD1988B High Definition Audio 8-channel audio CODEC. This CODEC is fully-compliant with Intel® High Definition Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit audio). With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/ PDIF interfaces, you can connect your computer to home theater decoders to produce crystal-clear digital audio.

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 technology

The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 2-33 and 2-38 for details.

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IEEE 1394a support IEEE 1394a support

IEEE 1394a support

IEEE 1394a support IEEE 1394a support

The motherboard supports the IEEE 1394a interface that provides high-speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide range of peripherals and devices compliant to IEEE 1394a standards. The IEEE 1394a interface allows up to 400 Mbps transfer rates through simple , low-cost, high-bandwidth asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between computers, peripherals, and consumer electronic devices such as camcorders, VCRs, printers, TVs, and digital cameras. See pages 2-33 and 2-38 for details.

Dual Gigabit LAN solution Dual Gigabit LAN solution

Dual Gigabit LAN solution

Dual Gigabit LAN solution Dual Gigabit LAN solution

The motherboard comes with dual Gigabit LAN controllers to provide the total solution for your networking needs. These network controllers use the PCI Express and PCI segments to provide faster data bandwidth for your wired or wireless Internet, LAN, and file sharing requirements. See page 232 for details.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a secure microcontroller hardware component with embedded software. The motherboard implements the optional module to provide the first link in the chain of trust, providing convenient single sign-on to systems and enable digital signatures for secure transactions.See page 2-43 for details.

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ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components by 20ºC. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that critical components generate. See page 2-3 for details.

ASUS Intelligence (AI) featuresASUS Intelligence (AI) features

ASUS Intelligence (AI) features

ASUS Intelligence (AI) featuresASUS Intelligence (AI) features

[optional] [optional]

[optional]

[optional] [optional]

AI Quiet AI Quiet

AI Quiet

AI Quiet AI Quiet

The ASUS AI Quiet function dynamically controls CPU speed and reduces temperature and fan speeds, thus minimizing noise and ensuring quiet operation. See page 4-35 for details.

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Native DDR2-800 memory support Native DDR2-800 memory support

Native DDR2-800 memory support

Native DDR2-800 memory support Native DDR2-800 memory support

Native DDR2-800 eliminates the bottleneck when overclocking both the CPU and the memory, thus maximizing performance for 3D graphics and other system-intensive applications. See pages 2-16 and 4-20 for details.

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

This feature allows convenient overclocking up to 30 percent (depending on the installed CPU and DRAM) to enhance system performance while still maintaining system stability. See page 4-19 to set the BIOS items for overclocking.

AI NET2 AI NET2

AI NET2

AI NET2 AI NET2

AI NET2 is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you can easily monitor the condition of the Ethernet cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port. During the bootup process, AI NET2 immediately diagnoses the LAN cable and reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. See pages 4-23 and 5-13 for details.

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS features

Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features

PEG Link Mode PEG Link Mode

PEG Link Mode

PEG Link Mode PEG Link Mode

This feature enhances your PCI Express graphics card performance by allowing the motherboard to automatically adjust the PCI Express graphics link mode to the correct frequency based on the system configuration. Four additional settings are available for overclocking the PEG Link Mode. See page 4-28 for details.

CPU Lock FreeCPU Lock Free

CPU Lock Free

CPU Lock FreeCPU Lock Free

This feature allows you to adjust the CPU multiplier to 14x. Setting the appropriate BIOS setting automatically reduces the CPU multiplier value for more flexibility when increasing external FSB. See page 4-20 for details.

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ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology

ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology

ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology

The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See page 4-35 for details.

ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS Multi-language BIOS

ASUS Multi-language BIOS

ASUS Multi-language BIOS ASUS Multi-language BIOS

The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow easier and faster configuration. See page 4-14 for details.

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™

ASUS MyLogo2™

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS MyLogo2™

This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See pages 4-38 and 5-11 for details.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-9 for details.

ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS

ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS

ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 2 BIOS

With the ASUS EZ Flash 2, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. See page 4-5 for details.

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Chapter summary

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .......................................................... 2-2

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-7

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-14

2.5 Expansion slots ................................................................... 2-20

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-27

2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-28

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2.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.

• 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, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure

•

Before you install or remove any component, ensure

Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the

that the ATX power supply is switched off or the

that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply.

power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure

power cord is detached from the power supply. power cord is detached from the power supply. to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

Onboard LEDOnboard LED

Onboard LED

Onboard LEDOnboard LED

The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED 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.

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2.2 Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits 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.

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Placement directionPlacement direction

Placement direction

Placement directionPlacement 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.

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Screw holesScrew holes

Screw holes

Screw holesScrew 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 towardsPlace this side towards

Place this side towards

Place this side towardsPlace this side towards the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis

the rear of the chassis

the rear of the chassisthe rear of the chassis

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The motherboard comes with the ASUS Stack Cool 2 cooling solution that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components by 20ºC. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat that critical components generate.

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PS/2KBMS

T: Mouse B: Keyboard

SPDIF_O1

SPDIF_O2

PARALLEL PORT

ESATA

LAN1_USB12

LAN2_USB34

AUDIO

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

Motherboard layout

Motherboard layoutMotherboard layout

24.5cm (9.6in)

EATX12V

LGA775

Intel 975X MCH

CHA_FAN1

PWR_FAN

I/O

CPU_FAN

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DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module)

DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)

DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module)

Super

FLOPPY

EZ_PLUG

DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module)

EATXPWR

AD1988B

Marvell

AAFP

Marvell

88E8052

CHA_FAN2

PCIEX16_1

IDT

PCIEX16_2

89HA0324

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

PCIEX16_3

88E8001

COM1

PCIEX16_4

PCI1

PCI2

USB78

USB56

SB_PWR

IE1394_1

TSB43AB22A

IE1394_2

EXT_SATA3

Intel

ICH7R

Marvell

88SE614x

EXT_SATA2 EXT_SATA1

TPM

SATA4

SATA2

SATA3

SATA1

8Mb

BIOS

CLRTC

PANEL

CHASSIS

The Wireless LAN module and the USB port on the module are optional items and are grayed out in the above illustration.

30.5cm (12.0in)

PRI_IDE

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Layout contentsLayout contents

Layout contents

Layout contentsLayout contents

SlotsSlots

Slots

SlotsSlots

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1. DDR2 DIMM slots 2-14

2. PCI Express x16 slots 2-22

3. PCI slots 2-22

JumperJumper

Jumper

JumperJumper

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1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-27

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

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1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2-28

2. Parallel port 2-28

3. LAN1 (RJ-45) port 2-28

4. LAN2 (RJ-45) port 2-28

5. Rear Speaker Out port (black) 2-29

6. Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 2-29

7. Line In port (light blue) 2-29

8. Line Out port (lime) 2-29

9. Microphone port (pink) 2-29

10. Side Speaker Out port (gray) 2-29

11. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2-29

12. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-29

13. External ATA port 2-30

14. Optical S/PDIF Out port 2-30

15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 2-30

16. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2-30

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Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

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1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-31

2. Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 2-31

3. ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], 2-32 SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])

4. Marvell

88SE614x Serial ATA connectors 2-33

(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)

5. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 2-34

6. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-34

7. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 2-35

8. IEEE 1394a port connectors (10-1 pin IE1394_1[Red]; 10-1 pin IE1394_2 [Red]) 2-35

9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 2-36

10. CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 2-37 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)

11. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-38

12. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 2x4-pin EATX12V, 2-38 4-pin EZ_PLUG )

13. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 2-40

14. System panel connector (12-pin PANEL) 2-41

•

System power LED

•

Hard disk drive activity LED

•

System warning speaker

•

ATX power button/soft-off button

•

Reset button

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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron®/Intel® Pentium® D and the Intel® next generation 65 nm/Intel® Core™2 Duo/Intel® Core™2 Extreme processors in the 775-land package.

This motherboard also supports the Intel Edition, the latest CPU with embedded dual physical cores and Hyper-Threading technology, making four CPU threads possible. Refer to the table below for the operating system support status.

OS licensing support listOS licensing support list

OS licensing support list

OS licensing support listOS licensing support list

Intel Dual-Core CPU supportIntel Dual-Core CPU support

Intel Dual-Core CPU support

Intel Dual-Core CPU supportIntel Dual-Core CPU support

Windows® 2000 Professional Windows® 2000 Advanced Server Windows® 2000 Advanced Server Windows® XP Home Windows® XP Home Windows® XP Professional Windows® XP Professional

Windows

Enterprise Enterprise

Server 2003 - Standard, Windows® Server 2003 - Standard,

Pentium® Processor Extreme

®®

PentiumPentium

Pentium

PentiumPentium

EditionEdition

Edition

EditionEdition

®®

Processor Extreme Processor Extreme

Processor Extreme

Processor Extreme Processor Extreme

(supports Hyper-Threading (supports Hyper-Threading

(supports Hyper-Threading

(supports Hyper-Threading (supports Hyper-Threading

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Technology

TechnologyTechnology

))

)

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If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.

•

Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure 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.

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Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU

Installing the CPU

Installing the CPUInstalling the CPU

To install a CPU:

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

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Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left.

2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab.

Retention tabRetention tab

Retention tab

Retention tabRetention tab

PnP capPnP cap

PnP cap

Load leverLoad lever

Load lever

Load leverLoad lever

This side of theThis side of the

This side of the

This side of theThis side of the socket box shouldsocket box should

socket box should

socket box shouldsocket box should face you.face you.

face you.

face you.face you.

PnP capPnP cap

To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU.

3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle.

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4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B).

5. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket. The socket alignment

Alignment keyAlignment key

Alignment key

Alignment keyAlignment key

key should fit into the CPU notch.

Gold triangle markGold triangle mark

Gold triangle mark

Gold triangle markGold triangle mark

Load plateLoad plate

Load plate

Load plateLoad plate

The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!

6. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.

7. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.

The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features.

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Installing the CPU heatsink and fanInstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

Installing the CPU heatsink and fan

Installing the CPU heatsink and fanInstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

The Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

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When you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®-certified multi-directional heatsink and fan.

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Your Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.

•

If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.

Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

To install the CPU heatsink and fan:

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard.

Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.

Narrow endNarrow end

Narrow end

Narrow endNarrow end of the grooveof the groove

of the groove

of the grooveof the groove

Motherboard holeMotherboard hole

Motherboard hole

Motherboard holeMotherboard hole

FastenerFastener

Fastener

FastenerFastener

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2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place.

3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.

CPU_FAN

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CPU FAN IN

CPU FAN PWR

CPU FAN PWM

P5W64 WS PRO CPU fan connector

Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

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Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanUninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanUninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:

1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard.

2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.

3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.

4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.

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5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling.

The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)

Narrow end of the grooveNarrow end of the groove

Narrow end of the groove

Narrow end of the grooveNarrow end of the groove

Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.

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2.4 System memory

2.4.12.4.1

2.4.1

2.4.12.4.1

OverviewOverview

Overview

OverviewOverview

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.

The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:

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DIMM_A2

DIMM_A1

P5W64 WS PRO 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets

DIMM_B2

DIMM_B1

Channel AChannel A

Channel A

Channel AChannel A

Channel BChannel B

Channel B

Channel BChannel B

2.4.22.4.2

2.4.2

2.4.22.4.2

ChannelChannel

Channel

ChannelChannel

DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2

DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2

DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2

DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

Memory configurations

Memory configurationsMemory configurations

SocketsSockets

Sockets

SocketsSockets

You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

• For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s) installed per channel must be the same (DIMM_A1 + DIMM_A2 = DIMM_B1 + DIMM_B2).

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest Qualified Vendors List.

• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than 8 GB system memory when you installed four 2 GB DDR2 memory modules.

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• This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips or double sided x16 memory modules.

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®®

Important notice on installing WindowsImportant notice on installing Windows

Important notice on installing Windows

Important notice on installing WindowsImportant notice on installing Windows

®®

XP 32-bit version XP 32-bit version

XP 32-bit version

XP 32-bit version XP 32-bit version

If you install Windows

XP 32-bit version Operating System (OS), the limitation of this OS version is that it may reserve a certain amount of memory space for system devices. We recommend that you install less than 3 GB system memory if you would like to work under Windows

XP 32-bit version OS. The excess memory installation will not cause any usage problem, but it will not give users the benefit of manipulating this excess memory space.

Visit the ASUS FAQ site for further explanation: http://support.asus.com/faq/ faq.aspx?SLanguage=en-us Under

General searchGeneral search

General search, make the

General searchGeneral search selections as shown, then click SearchSearch

Search. Click the article titled

SearchSearch

4GB memory installed but4GB memory installed but

“

4GB memory installed but

4GB memory installed but4GB memory installed but

less memory size detectedless memory size detected

less memory size detected.”

less memory size detectedless memory size detected

You also may check the URLs below for third party comments on this issue: http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/4GB_Rev1.pdf http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-016594.htm

Notes on memory limitationsNotes on memory limitations

Notes on memory limitations

Notes on memory limitationsNotes on memory limitations

• Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to

8 GB on the operating systems listed below. You may install a maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot, but only DDR2-533 2 GB density modules are available for this configuration.

32-bit 64-bit

Windows® 2000 Advanced Windows® Server 2003 Standard

Server x64 Edition

Windows® Server 2003 Windows® XP Professional x64

Enterprise Edition Edition

Windows® Server 2003

Enterprise x64 Edition

• Some old-version DDR2-667 DIMMs may not match Intel

’s On-Die-Termination (ODT) requirement and will automatically downgrade to run at DDR2-533. If this happens, contact your memory vendor to check the ODT value.

• Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-667 with CL=4 will be downgraded to run at DDR2-533 by default setting. If you want to operate with lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually.

• Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-533 with CL=3 will be downgraded to run at DDR2-400 by default setting. If you want to operate with lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually.

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Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR2-800 MHz capability

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

Size Size

Size

Size Size

512MB KINGSTON K4T51083QC - SS KVR800D2N5/512 • • •

1024MB KINGSTON K4T51083QC - DS KVR800D2N5/1G • • •

1024MB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package - DS KHX6400D2LL/1G • • •

512MB SAMSUNG EDD339XX - SS M378T6553CZ3-CE7 • • •

256MB SAMSUNG K4T51163QC-ZCE7 - SS M378T3354CZ3-CE7 • • •

512MB SAMSUNG E2508AB-GE-E - DS 28V2S8 • • •

512MB Hynix HY5PS12821BFP-S5 - SS HYMP564U64BP8-S5 • • •

1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821BFP-S5 - DS HYMP512U64BP8-S5 • • •

512MB MICRON 5JAIIZ9DQQ - SS MT8HTF6464AY-80EA3 • • •

1024MB MICRON 5JAIIZ9DQQ - DS MT16HTF12864AY-80EA3 • • •

512MB MICRON 5ZD22D9GKX - SS MT8HTF6464AY-80ED4 • • •

1024MB MICRON 5ZD22D9GKX - DS MT16HTF12864AY-80ED4 • • •

512MB MICRON 6CD22D9GKX - SS MT8HTF6464AY-80ED4 • • •

1024MB MICRON 6CD22D9GKX - DS MT16HTF12864AY-80ED4 • • •

1024MB CORSAIR Heat-Sink Package - DS CM2X1024-6400C4 • • •

512MB A-DATA N/A - SS M2OAD6G3H3160J1E52 • • •

512MB A-DATA AD29608A8A-25EG - SS M20AD6G3H3160I1E5E • • •

512MB Crucial Heat-Sink Package - SS BL6464AA804.8FD • • •

1024MB Crucial Heat-Sink Package - DS BL12864AA804.16FD • • •

256MB Apacer E2508AB-GE-E - SS 78.81091.420 • • •

256MB TwinMOS E2508AB-GE-E - SS 8G-24IK2-EBT • • •

512MB GEIL Heat-Sink Package - SS GX21GB6400DC • • •

512MB GEIL Heat-Sink Package - SS GX21GB6400UDC • • •

512MB Elixir N2TU51280AE-25C - SS M2Y51264TU88A2B-25C • • •

512MB NANYA NT5TU64M8BE-25C - SS NT512T64U88B0BY-25C • • •

1024MB NANYA NT5TU64M8BE-25C - DS NT1GT64U8HB0BY-25C • • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

Brand Brand

Brand

Brand Brand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

Part No. Part No.

Part No.

Part No. Part No.

A A

C C

DDR2-667 MHz capability

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

Size Size

Size

Size Size

512MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E - SS KVR667D2N5/512 • • •

1024MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E - DS KVR667D2N5/1G • • •

512MB KINGSTON E5108AE-6E-E - SS KVR667D2E5/512 • • •

256MB KINGSTON HYB18T256800AF3 - SS KVR667D2N5/256 • • •

256MB SAMSUNG K4T51163QC-ZCE6 - SS M378T3354CZ0-CE6 • • •

512MB SAMSUNG ZCE6K4T51083QC - SS M378T6553CZ0-CE6 • • •

1024MB SAMSUNG ZCE6K4T51083QC - DS M378T2953CZ0-CE6 • • •

256MB Qimonda HYB18T512160AF-3S - SS HYS64T32000HU-3S-A • • •

512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF3S - SS HYS64T64000HU-3S-A • • •

1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF3S - DS HYS64T128020HU-3S-A • • •

256MB Qimonda HYB18T256800AF3S(ECC) - SS HYS72T32000HU-3S-A • • •

512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) - SS HYS72T64000HU-3S-A • • •

1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) - DS HYS72T128020HU-3S-A • • •

512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF3S(ECC) - SS HYS72T64000HU-3S-B • • •

256MB Qimonda HYB18T512160BF-3S - SS HYS64T32000HU-3S-B • • •

512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF3S - SS HYS64T64000HU-3S-B • • •

1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF3S - DS HYS64T128020HU-3S-B • • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

Brand Brand

Brand

Brand Brand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

Part No. Part No.

Part No.

Part No. Part No.

A A

C C

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DDR2-667 MHz capability

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

Size Size

Size

Size Size

1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF3S - DS HYS64T128020HU-3S-B • • •

512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5 - SS HYMP564U64AP8-Y5 • • •

1024MB Hynix HY5PS1G831FP-Y5(ECC) - SS HYMP112U72P8-Y5 • • •

512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5(ECC) - SS HYMP564U72AP8-Y5 • • •

1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y5(ECC) - DS HYMP512U72AP8-Y5 • • •

512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y4 - SS HYMP564U64AP8-Y4 • • •

512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-Y4(ECC) - SS HYMP564U72AP8-Y4 • • •

256MB ELPIDA E2508AB-6E-E - SS EBE25UC8ABFA-6E-E • •

512MB ELPIDA E5108AE-6E-E - SS EBE51UD8AEFA-6E-E • • •

512MB crucial Heat-Sink Package - SS BL6464AA663.8FD • • •

1024MB crucial Heat-Sink Package - DS BL12864AA663.16FD • • •

1024MB Apacer E5108AE-6E-E - DS 78.01092.420 • • •

512MB A-DATA AD29608A8B-3EG - SS M20AD5Q3H3163J1C52 • • •

512MB Transcend E5108AE-6E-E - SS TS64MLQ64V6J • • •

1024MB Transcend E5108AE-6E-E - DS TS128MLQ64V6J • • •

512MB Transcend J12Q3AB-6 - SS JM367Q643A-6 • •

1024MB Transcend J12Q3AB-6 - DS JM388Q643A-6 • • •

512MB Veritech VTD264M8PC5G - SS GTP512HLTM45EG • • •

1024MB Veritech VTD264M8PC5G - DS GTP01GHLTM55EG • • •

512MB NANYA NT5TU64M8AE-3C - SS NT512T64U88A0BY-3C • • •

512MB NANYA NT5TU64M8BE-3B - SS NT512T64U88B0BY-3C • • •

1024MB NANYA NT5TU64M8BE-3B - DS NT1GT64U8HB0BY-3C • • •

1024MB PQI E5108AE-5C-E - DS MEAD-403LA • • •

512MB GEIL Heat-Sink Package - SS GX21GB5300DC • • •

512MB GEIL Heat-Sink Package - SS GX21GB5300SDC • • •

512MB Aeneon AET93F30DA - SS AET660UD00-30DA98Z • • •

1024MB Aeneon AET93F30DA - DS AET760UD00-30DA98Z • • •

1024MB UMAX U2S12D30TP-6E - DS 53016034-7100 • • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

Brand Brand

Brand

Brand Brand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

Part No. Part No.

Part No.

Part No. Part No.

A A

C C

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s):

Side(s)Side(s)

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support:

DIMM supportDIMM support AA

A - Supports one module inserted into either slot, in Single-channel memory configuration.

AA BB

B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into either Channel A or Channel B as one pair of

SSSS

S S - Single-sided

SSSS

DSDS

D S - Double-sided

DSDS

Dual-channel memory configuration.

C - Supports four modules inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of

Dual-channel memory configuration.

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DDR2-533 MHz capability

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support

DIMM supportDIMM support

Size Size

Size

Size Size

1024MB KINGSTON 5YDIID9GCT - DS KVR533D2N4/1G • • •

256MB Qimonda HYB18T512160AF-3.7 - SS HYS64T32000HU-3.7-A • • •

512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF37 - SS HYS64T64000HU-3.7-A • • •

1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF37 - DS HYS64T128020HU-3.7-A • • •

256MB Qimonda HYB18T5121608BF-3.7 - SS HYS64T32000HU-3.7-B • • •

512MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF37 - SS HYS64T64000HU-3.7-B • • •

1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800BF37 - DS HYS64T128020HU-3.7-B • • •

256MB Qimonda HYB18T256800AF37(ECC) - SS HYS72T32000HU-3.7-A • • •

1024MB Qimonda HYB18T512800AF37(ECC) - DS HYS72T128020HU-3.7-A • • •

512MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4 - SS HYMP564U648-C4 • • •

1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4 - DS HYMP512U648-C4 • • •

1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821F-C4(ECC) - DS HYMP512U728-C4 • • •

512MB Hynix HY5PS12821FP-C4(ECC) - SS HYMP564U728-C4 • • •

512MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-C3 - SS HYMP564U64AP8-C3 • • •

1024MB Hynix HY5PS12821AFP-C3 - DS HYMP512U64AP8-C3 • • •

512MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E(ECC) - SS EBE51ED8ABFA-5C-E • • •

512MB ELPIDA E5108AB-5C-E - SS EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E • •

256MB Apacer E5116AB-5C-E - SS 78.81077.420 • • •

512MB KINGMAX E5108AE-5C-E - SS KLBC28F-A8EB4 • • •

1024MB KINGMAX E5108AE-5C-E - DS KLBD48F-A8EB4 • • •

512MB KINGMAX KKEA88E4AAK-37 - SS KLBC28F-A8KE4 • • •

1024MB KINGMAX 5MB22D9DCN - DS KLBD48F-A8ME4 • •

256MB CENTURY K4T56083QF-GCD5 - SS 25V6S8SSD5F4-K43 • • •

512MB CENTURY E5108AB-5C-E - SS 25V2H8EL5CB4-J43 • •

512MB Aeneon AET93F370A - SS AET660UD00-370A98X • • •

1024MB Aeneon AET93F370A - DS AET760UD00-370A98X • • •

1024MB Aeneon AET93F370A - DS AET760UD00-370A98Z • • •

1024MB Aeneon AET92F370A - DS AET760UD00-370A98S • • •

1024MB PQI 64MX8D2-E - DS MEAB-323LA • • •

512MB PQI 64MX8D2-E - SS MEAB-423LA • • •

512MB TwinMOS K4T51083QB-GCD5 - SS 8D-22JB5-K2T • • •

256MB SimpleTech 858S032F25A - SS SVM-42DR2/256 • • •

512MB SimpleTech 858S064F25A - SS SVM-42DR2/512 • • •

1024MB Patriot Heat-Sink Package - SS PDC21G5600+XBLK • • •

256MB Patriot PM32M16D2B-3.7KC - SS PSD2256533 • • •

512MB Patriot PM64M8D2B-3.7KC - SS PSD2512533 • • •

1024MB Patriot PM64M8D2B-3.7KC - DS PSD21G5332 • • •

512MB UMAX U2S12D30TP-5C - SS 53014051-7100 • • •

512MB Veritech VTD264M8PC6G - SS GTP512HLTM46DG • • •

1024MB Veritech VTD264M8PC6G - DS GTP01GHLTM56DG • • •

VendorVendor

Vendor

VendorVendor

Chip No.Chip No.

Chip No.

Chip No.Chip No.

Brand Brand

Brand

Brand Brand

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s)

Side(s)Side(s)

Part No. Part No.

Part No.

Part No. Part No.

A A

B B

C C

Side(s)Side(s)

Side(s):

Side(s)Side(s)

DIMM supportDIMM support

DIMM support:

DIMM supportDIMM support AA

A - Supports one module inserted into either slot, in Single-channel memory configuration.

AA BB

B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into either Channel A or Channel B as one pair of

SSSS

S S - Single-sided

SSSS

DSDS

D S - Double-sided

DSDS

Dual-channel memory configuration.

C - Supports four modules inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of

Dual-channel memory configuration.

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2.4.32.4.3

2.4.3

2.4.32.4.3

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Installing a DIMM

Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM

Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

To install a DIMM:

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket.

3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

• A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. Do not force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notch

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clip

Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

• The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.

2.4.42.4.4

2.4.4

2.4.42.4.4

Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

Removing a DIMM

Removing a DIMMRemoving a DIMM

To remove a DIMM:

1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.

Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notch

DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch

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2.5 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.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

2.5.12.5.1

2.5.1

2.5.12.5.1

To install an expansion card:

1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).

3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use.

4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot.

5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.

6. Replace the system cover.

2.5.22.5.2

2.5.2

2.5.22.5.2

After installing the expansion card, configure the it by adjusting the software settings.

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Installing an expansion card

Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion card

Configuring an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card

1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup.

2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.

3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.

When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details.

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2.5.3

2.5.32.5.3

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignments

Standard interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

Interrupt assignments

Interrupt assignmentsInterrupt assignments

IRQIRQ

IRQ

IRQIRQ

PriorityPriority

Priority

PriorityPriority

Standard FunctionStandard Function

Standard Function

Standard FunctionStandard Function

0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 — Re-direct to IRQ#9 3 11 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 4 12 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 6 14 Floppy Disk Controller 7 15 Printer Port (LPT1)* 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9 4 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 10 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel

* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboard

IRQ assignments for this motherboardIRQ assignments for this motherboard

PCI slot 1 — — — — — shared — — PCI slot 2 — — — — — — shared — Onboard SATA shared — — — — — — — Onboard 1394 — — — — — shared — — Onboard LAN 1/2 shared — — — — shared — — PCIE x16 1 shared — — — — — — — PCIE x16 2 — shared — — — — — — PCIE x16 3 shared — — — — — — — PCIE x16 4 shared — — — — — — — USB controller 1 shared — — — — — — — USB controller 2 — shared — — — — — — USB controller 3 — — shared — — — — — USB controller 4 — — — shared — — — — USB 2.0 controller shared — — — — — — — Serial ATA — shared — — — — — shared HD Audio shared — — — — — — —

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2.5.4

2.5.42.5.4

This motherboard supports 4 PCI Express graphics cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The cards run at x8, x8, x4, x8 mode or at x16, x0, x4, x0 mode. See the following notes for details.

Refer to the next page for the list of qualified PCI Express x16 graphics cards for this motherboard.

PCI Express x16 slotsPCI Express x16 slots

PCI Express x16 slots

PCI Express x16 slotsPCI Express x16 slots

In CrossFire™ modeIn CrossFire™ mode

•

In CrossFire™ mode, install the master card in PCIEX16_1 (blue

In CrossFire™ modeIn CrossFire™ mode slot). Each PCI Express x16 slot works at x8 bandwidth.

In single card modeIn single card mode

•

In single card mode, install the VGA card in PCIEX16_1 (blue

In single card modeIn single card mode slot) to avail of full x16 bandwidth. Installing in PCIEX16_2 or PCIEX16_4 (black slots) will cause the card to run at x8 bandwidth only.

2.5.52.5.5

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2.5.52.5.5

The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot.

PCI slotsPCI slots

PCI slots

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ASUS EAX600XT PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X600XT Rev. V1.02 V8.231 (BIOS: V113-AA20306-100-AS)

ASUS EN6800LE PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6800LE Rev. V1.00 V84.21 (BIOS: V5.41.02.34.AS01)

ASUS EN7900GTX PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7900GTX 512MX16 V84.21 (Bios: V5.71.22.12.01)

Elsa Gladiac 660GT 128MB3 PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600GT Rev: 2B (BIOS: V5.43.02.46.E1) V84.21

Gigabyte PCIEX16_2 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6800 GV-NX68T256D-B V84.21 Rev: B (BIOS: V5.40.02.36.09)

Gigabyte PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X1600XT GV-RX16T256VRH V8.231 (Bios: 113-AA77001-100)

Leadtek WinFast PX6500 TDH PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6500 Rev. A1 V81.85 (BIOS: V5.44.02.45.68)

Leadtek WinFast PX6600 TDH PCIEX16_3 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600 Rev. A1 V84.21 (BIOS: V5.43.02.16)

Leadtek WinFast 16 PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7300GS PX7300GS 128MX V84.21 Rev. (BIOS:5.72.22.34.68)

MSI RX600XT-TD128 PCIEX16_4 Win2000 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X600XT Rev.V2.00 V84.21 (BIOS: V8.015)

ASUS EAX300SE-HM128 PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro Pass ATI Radeon X300SE Rev: V1.00 (CHT) (Hyper Memory) (BIOS: V008.015.128.000) V8.221.0.0

ASUS EAX550 128M PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X550 (BIOS: V5B60.8.15.139. AS05) (CHT) V8.231.0.0

ASUS EAX550GE 256M PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X550 (BIOS: V5B60.8.15.139. AS01) (CHT) V8.221.0.0

ASUS EAX700LE 128M PCIEX16_1 WinXP Home Pass ATI Radeon X700LE (BIOS: V5E4D.9.8.1.4. AS13) V8.231.0.0

ASUS EAX700PRO PCIEX16_1 WinXP Home(CHS) Pass ATI Radeon X700PRO Rev. V1.00 V8.221.0.0 (BIOS: V113-AA.30602-100)

ASUS EAX800XT PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X800XT Rev. V1.00 V8.231.0.0 (BIOS: V5D57.9.4.1.8.AS)

ASUS EAX850XT PE PCIEX16_1(Cross Fire) WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X850XT PE PCIEX16_2(Cross Fire) V8.221.0.0 Rev. PN: 109-A47401-10 (BIOS: V009.007.001.004)

ASUS EAX1300 PCIEX16_1(Cross Fire) WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X1300 PCIEX16_4(Cross Fire) V8.231.0.0 (BIOS: V113.AA77100.102)

ASUS EAX1600Pro PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X1600PRO 256MB V.1.01 V8.231.0.0 (BIOS: 71C2.9.12.6.2)

ASUS EAX1900XTX PCIEX16_1(Cross Fire) WinXP Home Pass ATI Radeon X1900XTX PCIEX16_4(Cross Fire) V8.231.0.0 (BIOS: V009.012.005.002)

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ASUS EAX1900CrossFire PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X1900CF (BIOS: 7249.9.12.5.2AS05) V8.231.0.00

ASUS EN5900 PCIEX16_4 WinXP MCE Pass nVidia GeForce PCX5900 Rev. 1.01 V91.31 (BIOS: V04.35.20.45)

ASUS EAX1900CrossFire PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X1900CF (BIOS: 7249.9.12.5.2AS05) V8.231.0.00

ASUS EN5900 PCIEX16_4 WinXP MCE Pass nVidia GeForce PCX5900 Rev. 1.01 V91.31 (BIOS: V04.35.20.45)

ASUS EN6600GT PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass nVidia GeForce 6600GT Rev. V1.00 V91.42 (BIOS: V5.43.02.16.AS27)

ASUS EN6800GT PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass nVidia GeForce 6800GT Rev. V1.02 V91.42 (BIOS: V5.40.02.26.AS05)

ASUS EN7300GS/ PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7300GS HTD/256M V91.42 (Bios: V5.72.22.34.AS05)

ASUS EN7600GT/256MB PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7600GT (Bios: V5.73.22.15.02) V91.42

Elsa Gladiac 660 128T PCIEX16_2 WinXP Pro. Pass nVidia GeForce 6600 Rev: 1.B V91.42 (BIOS: V5.43.02.16.E1)

Gigabyte GV-NX66T128D PCIEX16_4 WinXP Home Pass nVidia GeForce 6600GT (BIOS: V5.43.02.16) V84.25

Gigabyte PCIEX16_2 WinXP Home Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7300GS GV-NX73G128D V91.31 (Bios:5.72.22.34.00)

Gigabyte PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7900 GT GV-NX79T256DBRH- V91.31 256MX16 (BIOS5.71.22.12.02)

Matrox Parhelia APVe PCIEX16_3 WinXP Home Pass Matrox Parhelia LX 128M Rev. A Refer to (BIOS: V1.3-11) Part Note 1

MSI NX6800GS-TD256E PCIEX16_3 WinXP MCE Pass nVidia GeForce 6800GS Rev. V91.31 (BIOS: V5.41.02.49.04)

MSI RX700PRO-TD128E PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X700PRO Rev.V2.00 V91.31 (BIOS: V009.004.001.032)

ASUS EAX1600Pro PCIEX16_3 Win2003 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X1600PRO 256MB V.1.01 (BIOS: 71C2.9.12.6.2) V91.31

ASUS EN7600GS PCIEX16_1 Win2003 Standard Pass NVIDIA GeForce 7600GS TOP Silent 512MB V91.31 (Bios: V5.73.22.20.AS03)

ASUS EN7800GT 256MB PCIEX16_1 Win2003 Standard Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7800GT Rev: V1.00 V91.31

(BIOS: V5.70.02.13.AS01)

ATI Radeon X850 CrossFire PCIEX16_1 Win2003 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X850 (BIOS: V009.010.001.015) V8.231.0.0

Gecube RADEON X1600XT PCIEX16_1 Win2003 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X1600XT (BIOS:V133.A671B2.102)

3Dlabs Wildcat Realizm PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro.(CHT) Pass 3Dlabs Wildcat Realizm P25 500 256M Rev. 08 V4.5.854.0 (BIOS: V3.37)

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ASUS EN6600 256M PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600 Rev V1.00A V6.14.10.8425 (BIOS: V5.43.02.16.AS11)

ASUS EN7800GT 256MB PCIEX16_1 Win2003-64 Standard R2 Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7800GT Rev: V1.00 PCIEX16_2 V6.14.10.8198 (BIOS: V5.70.02.13.AS01)

ATI FireMV2200 PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI FireMV 2200 (BIOS: V113.A25915.100) V8.263.0.0\

ELSA Gladiac 660LE 256MB PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. (CHT) Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600LE Rev: 3C (BIOS: V5.43.02.69.E2) V6.14.10.8198

ELSA ATI Fire GL V3100 PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI FireGL V3100 (BIOS: V113.A33429.100) V6.14.10.6521

Gigabyte GV-NX62TC256D8 PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200TC (BIOS: V5.44.02.32) V6.14.10.8198

Leadtek WinFast PX6200TC 64M PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200 Rev. A (with Turbo cache) (BIOS: V5.44.02.18) V6.14.10.8198

Leadtek Quadro FX540 128M PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass nVIDIA Quadro FX540 (BIOS:V5.43.02.64.35) V6.14.10.8198

Leadtek Quadro FX1400 128M PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. (CHT) Pass nVIDIA Quadro FX1400 (BIOS:V5.41.02.43.03) V6.14.10.8421

NVS 280 PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA Quadro 280 (BIOS: V4.34.20.79.08)

NVS 285 PCIEX16_1 Win2000 Pro. Pass nVIDIA Quadro 285 (BIOS: V5.44.02.31.16)

ASUS EAX300 PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X300 Rev: V1.00 (BIOS: V5b60.8.15.117.0) V8.241

ASUS EAX550GE 256M PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X550 (BIOS: V5B60.8.15.139. AS01) V8.241

ASUS EAX700PRO PCIEX16_3 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X700PRO Rev. V1.00 V8.241 (BIOS: V113-AA.30602-100)

ASUS EAX850PRO PCIEX16_4 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X850PRO (BIOS: V5D4F.9.7.1.4.AS02) V8.241

ASUS EAX1800XT 512MB PCIEX16_1(Cross Fire) WinXP-64 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X1800X (BIOS: V7100.9.12.4.2.AS01) PCIEX16_3(Cross Fire)

ASUS EN6200GE PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200 Rev V1.00A V84.25 (BIOS: V5.43.02.27.AS07)

ASUS EN6500 128M PCIEX16_4 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6500 Rev V1.02 V84.25 (BIOS: V5.44.02.45.0)

ASUS EN7800GTX 256MB PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7800GTX (BIOS: V5.70.02.11.01) V84.25

Gecube RADEON X1300PRO PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass ATI Radeon X1300RPO (BIOS: V133.A671B1.102) PCIEX16_2 V8.241

Gigabyte PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7600 GT GV-NX76T256DBRH V84.25 (BIOS: 5.73.22.15.01)

MSI NX6600GT-TD128E PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600GT Rev.V200 V84.25 (BIOS: V5.43.02.16)

MSI NX7300GS-TD256E PCIEX16_1 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 7300GS Rev.V200 PCIEX16_4 V84.25 (BIOS: V5.72.22.34.00)

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ASUS EAX300SE PCIEX16_1 Win2003-64 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X300SE Rev: V1.00 V8.231 (BIOS: V5b60.8.15.117.0)

ASUS EAX800 PCIEX16_1 Win2003-64 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X800 (BIOS: V554F.9.7.1.AS02) V8.231

ASUS EAX850XT 256MB PCIEX16_1 Win2003-64 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X850XT Rev. PN: 109-A47401-10 V8.231 (BIOS: V009.007.001.004)

ASUS EAX1600Pro 256MB PCIEX16_1 Win2003-64 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X1600PRO

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Type: PCI

Type: PCIType: PCI

V.1.01 V8.231 (BIOS: 71C2.9.12.6.2)

ASUS EAX1900CrossFire PCIEX16_1 Win2003-64 Standard Pass ATI Radeon X1900CF (BIOS: 7249.9.12.5.2AS05) V8.231

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ASUS EN6600 256M PCIEX16_1 WinXP Pro. Pass nVidia GeForce 6600 Rev V1.00A V91.42 (BIOS: V5.43.02.16.AS11)

ASUS EN7800GT 256MB PCIEX16_4 WinXP Pro. Pass nVidia GeForce 7800GT Rev: V1.00 V91.42 (BIOS: V5.70.02.13.AS01)

Elsa Gladiac 660LE 256MB PCIEX16_4 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6600LE Rev: 3C V84.25 (BIOS: V5.43.02.69.E2)

Type: PCIType: PCI

Type: PCI

Type: PCIType: PCI

Elsa ATI Fire GL V3100 PCIEX16_4 WinXP-64 Pro. Pass ATI FireGL V3100 (BIOS: V113.A33429.100) V84.25

ASUS EN6200TC128/T PCIEX16_1 Win2003-64 Pass nVIDIA GeForce 6200 /16M Rev V1.01 Standard (with Turbo cache) (BIOS: V5.44.02.11) V84.21

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ATI GC-R92SEPCI-C3 PCI1 WinXP Pro. Pass ATI Radeon 9200SE Rev.1.1 (BIOS: V8.011.006)

Gecube GC-R92SEPCI-C3 PCI1 Win2003 Standard Pass ATI Radeon 9200SE Rev. 1.1 V8.252.0.0 (BIOS: V008.011)

Type: PCIEX1Type: PCIEX1

Type: PCIEX1

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2.6 Jumpers

1.1.

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)

1.1.

Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)Clear RTC RAM (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.

To erase the RTC RAM:

1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Remove the onboard battery.

3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

4. Reinstall the battery.

5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

6. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.

Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

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2.7 Connectors

2.7.12.7.1

2.7.1

2.7.12.7.1

1.1.

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

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

1.1.

PS/2 mouse port (green).PS/2 mouse port (green).

2.2.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner,

2.2.

Parallel port.Parallel port.

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

Rear panel connectors

Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors

15 14 12

3 5 7 8

4 6

910

or other devices.

3.3.

LAN1 (RJ-45) port.LAN1 (RJ-45) port.

LAN1 (RJ-45) port. This Marvell® LAN port allows Gigabit

3.3.

LAN1 (RJ-45) port.LAN1 (RJ-45) port. connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

4.4.

LAN2 (RJ-45) port.LAN2 (RJ-45) port.

LAN2 (RJ-45) port. This Marvell

4.4.

LAN2 (RJ-45) port.LAN2 (RJ-45) port.

LAN port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

32-bit OS LAN port LED indications32-bit OS LAN port LED indications

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

Activity/Link

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

OFF OFF Soft-off Mode

YELLOW* OFF 10 Mbps connection

YELLOW* ORANGE 100 Mbps connection

YELLOW* GREEN 1 Gbps connection

* Blinking

64-bit OS LAN port LED indications64-bit OS LAN port LED indications

64-bit OS LAN port LED indications

64-bit OS LAN port LED indications64-bit OS LAN port LED indications

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

Activity/Link

Activity/LinkActivity/Link

OFF OFF Soft-off Mode

YELLOW* OFF 10 Mbps connection

YELLOW* ORANGE 100 Mbps connection

YELLOW* GREEN 1 Gbps connection

* Blinking

Speed LEDSpeed LED

Speed LED

Speed LEDSpeed LED

Speed LED

Speed LEDSpeed LED

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

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5.5.

Rear Speaker Out port (black).Rear Speaker Out port (black).

Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear

5.5.

Rear Speaker Out port (black).Rear Speaker Out port (black). speakers on a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration.

6.6.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange).Center/Subwoofer port (orange).

Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects the

6.6.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange).Center/Subwoofer port (orange). center/subwoofer speakers.

7.7.

Line In port (light blue).Line In port (light blue).

Line In port (light blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD

7.7.

Line In port (light blue).Line In port (light blue). player, or other audio sources.

8.8.

Line Out port (lime).Line Out port (lime).

Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a

8.8.

Line Out port (lime).Line Out port (lime). speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configurationAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configurationAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

PortPort

Port

PortPort

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 Mic In Mic In Mic In Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray – – – Side Speaker Out Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

9.9.

Microphone port (pink). Microphone port (pink).

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

9.9.

Microphone port (pink). Microphone port (pink).

10 .10 .

Side Speaker Out port (gray).Side Speaker Out port (gray).

10 .

Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side

10 .10 .

Side Speaker Out port (gray).Side Speaker Out port (gray).

HeadsetHeadset

Headset

HeadsetHeadset

2-channel2-channel

2-channel

2-channel2-channel

4-channel4-channel

4-channel

4-channel4-channel

6-channel6-channel

6-channel

6-channel6-channel

8-channel8-channel

8-channel

8-channel8-channel

speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration.

11.11.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.

11.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

11.11.

USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4.USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

12.12.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.

12.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus

12.12.

USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2.USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

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13.13.

External SATA port. External SATA port.

13.

External SATA port. This port connects to an external SATA box

13.13.

External SATA port. External SATA port. or a Serial ATA port multiplier.

The external SATA port supports external Serial ATA

1.5 and 3 Gb/s devices. Longer cables support higher power requirements to deliver signal up to two meters away, and enables improved hot-swap function.

Do not insert a different connector to this port.

14.14.

Optical S/PDIF Out portOptical S/PDIF Out port

14.

Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio

14.14.

Optical S/PDIF Out portOptical S/PDIF Out port output device via an optical S/PDIF cable.

15.15.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.

15.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio

15.15.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable.

16.16.

PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).

16.

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

16.16.

PS/2 keyboard port (purple).PS/2 keyboard port (purple).

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2.7.22.7.2

2.7.2

2.7.22.7.2

1.1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

1.1.

Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

Internal connectors

Internal connectorsInternal connectors

This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive.

Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.

FLOPPY

NOTE: Orient the red markings on

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the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.

PIN 1

P5W64 WS PRO Floppy disk drive connector

2.2.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)

2.2.

Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA (133/)100/66 signal

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

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NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE

PRI_IDE

ribbon cable to PIN 1.

P5W64 WS PRO IDE connector

• Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable.

• Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66 IDE devices.

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Drive jumperDrive jumper

Drive jumper

Drive jumperDrive jumper settingsetting

setting

settingsetting

ModeMode

Mode

ModeMode of device(s)of device(s)

of device(s)

of device(s)of device(s)

CableCable

Cable

CableCable connectorconnector

connector

connectorconnector

Single device Cable-Select or Master - Black Two devices Cable-Select Master Black

Slave Gray

Master Master

Black or gray

Slave Slave

If any device jumper is set as "Cable-Select," make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting.

3.3.

ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],

ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],

3.3.

ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red],ICH7R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])

SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])

SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black])SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black]) These connectors are for Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard

disk drives.

If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0,

RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 configuration with the Intel Storage Technology through the onboard Intel

ICH7R RAID controller.

Matrix

•

These connectors are set to SS

tandard IDE tandard IDE

tandard IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard

tandard IDE tandard IDE

Standard IDE Standard IDE

Standard IDE mode by default. In

Standard IDE Standard IDE

disk drives to these connectors. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the

Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As

Configure SATA As

Configure SATA AsConfigure SATA As item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section “4.3.6 IDE Configuration” for details.

•

For RAID 5, use at least three hard disk drives. For RAID 10, use at least four hard disk drives. Use two to four Serial ATA hard disk drives for each RAID 0 or RAID 1 set.

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GND

SATA_TXP3

SATA_TXN3

SATA_RXP3

SATA_RXN3

SATA4 SATA3

SATA_RXP1

GND

SATA_RXN1

GND

SATA_TXN1

SATA_TXP1

GND

SATA_TXP2

SATA_TXN2

SATA_RXP0

SATA_RXN0

GND

SATA_RXP2

SATA_RXN2

GND

SATA_TXN0

SATA_TXP0

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Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATA

Important notes on Serial ATAImportant notes on Serial ATA

•

You must install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0/RAID 1/RAID 5/RAID 10) is available only if you are using Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003 or later version.

•

When using the connectors in

tandard IDE tandard IDE

tandard IDE mode, connect the

tandard IDE tandard IDE primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 or SATA2 connector. Refer to the table below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive connections.

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connection

Serial ATA hard disk drive connectionSerial ATA hard disk drive connection

ConnectorConnector

Connector

ConnectorConnector

SATA1/SATA2SATA1/SATA2

SATA1/SATA2

SATA1/SATA2SATA1/SATA2

SATA3/SATA4SATA3/SATA4

SATA3/SATA4

SATA3/SATA4SATA3/SATA4

®®

4.4.

MarvellMarvell

Marvell

4.4.

MarvellMarvell (7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)

(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)

(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)(7-pin EXT_SATA1, EXT_SATA2, EXT_SATA3)

®®

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ColorColor

Color

ColorColor

RedRed

Red

RedRed

BlackBlack

Black

BlackBlack

Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors

Serial ATA connectors

Serial ATA connectorsSerial ATA connectors

SettingSetting

Setting

SettingSetting

MasterMaster

Master

MasterMaster

SlaveSlave

Slave

SlaveSlave

UseUse

Use

UseUse

Boot diskBoot disk

Boot disk

Boot diskBoot disk

Data diskData disk

Data disk

Data diskData disk

These connectors are for Serial ATA signal cables. These connectors support Serial ATA hard disk drives.

Set the

Marvell SATA Controller Marvell SATA Controller

Marvell SATA Controller and

Marvell SATA Controller Marvell SATA Controller items in the BIOS to [Enabled] to use the connectors to build a RAID set. See section “4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration” for details.

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Marvell SATA BOOTROMMarvell SATA BOOTROM

Marvell SATA BOOTROM

Marvell SATA BOOTROMMarvell SATA BOOTROM

P5W64 WS PRO SATA 3 Gbps connector

Before creating a RAID set using Serial ATA hard disks, make sure that you have connected the Serial ATA signal cables and installed Serial ATA hard disk drives; otherwise, you cannot enter the Marvell RAID utility.

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RSATA_RX_2_DP

RSATA_TX_2_DN

RSATA_TX_2_DP

GND

EXT_SATA3 EXT_SATA2 EXT_SATA1

RSATA_RX_1_DN

RSATA_RX_1_DP

GND

RSATA_TX_1_DN

RSATA_TX_1_DP

GND

RSATA_RX_0_DN

RSATA_RX_0_DP

RSATA_TX_0_DN

RSATA_TX_0_DP

GND

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5.5.

Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)

Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)

5.5.

Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) This connector is for the 4-pin audio cable that connects to the audio

connector at the back of the optical drive.

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Ground

Left Audio Channel

Right Audio Channel

(black)

P5W64 WS PRO Internal audio connector

6.6.

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

Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

6.6.

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

HD-Audio-compliant

pin definition

Legacy AC’97-compliant

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SENSE1_RETUR

PRESENCE#

AGND

SENSE2_RETUR

pin definition

AGND

AAFP

MIC_L

PORT1 L

PORT1 R

PORT2 L

PORT2 R

SENSE_SEND

MIC_R

Line out_R

Line out_L

P5W64 WS PRO Front panel audio 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.

• By default, this connector is set to AC’97. If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Support TypeFront Panel Support Type

Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS Setup to [HD

Front Panel Support TypeFront Panel Support Type Audio]. See page 4-30 for details.

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7.7.

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

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)

7.7.

USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module

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

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USB+5V

USB_P6-

USB_P6+

GND

USB78

USB+5V

USB_P8-

USB_P8+

GND

USB56

P5W64 WS PRO USB 2.0 connectors

Never connect a

1394 cable1394 cable

1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will

1394 cable1394 cable

USB+5V

USB_P7-

USB_P7+

GND

USB+5V

USB_P5-

USB_P5+

GND

damage the motherboard!

8.8.

IEEE 1394IEEE 1394

IEEE 1394

8.8.

IEEE 1394IEEE 1394 IE1394_2)IE1394_2)

IE1394_2)

IE1394_2)IE1394_2)

port connector port connector

port connector

port connector port connector

(10-1 pin IE1394_ (10-1 pin IE1394_

(10-1 pin IE1394_

(10-1 pin IE1394_ (10-1 pin IE1394_

1; 1;

10-1 pin10-1 pin

10-1 pin

1; 1;

10-1 pin10-1 pin

These connectors are for additional IEEE 1394a ports. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cables to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

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+12V

GND

TPB2+

GND

TPB2-

TPA2+

TPA2-

IE1394_1

+12V

GND

TPB1+

GND

TPB1-

TPA1+

IE1394_2

TPA1-

P5W64 WS PRO IEEE 1394 connectors

Never connect a

USB port module cable USB port module cable

USB port module cable to the IEEE 1394

USB port module cable USB port module cable

connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard!

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9.9.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)

9.9.

Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)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 pins labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature.

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+5VSB_MB

Chassis Signal

GND

CHASSIS

(Default)

P5W64 WS PRO Chassis intrusion connector

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10.10.

CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,

10.

CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,

10.10.

CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)

3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)

3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2)3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24 W

max.) or a total of 1 A ~ 3.48 A (41.76 W max.) at +12V. 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. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors!

PWR_FAN

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CPU_FAN

CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2

CPU_FAN

GND

CPU FAN IN

CPU FAN PWR

CPU FAN PWM

PWR_FAN

Rotation

+12V

GND

CHA_FAN1

Rotation

+12V

GND

CHA_FAN2

GND +12V Rotation

P5W64 WS PRO Fan connectors

• Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1, and CHA_FAN2 connectors support the ASUS Q-Fan 2 feature.

• CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 use the same Q-Fan 2 controller.

If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 for better thermal environment.

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11.11.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

11.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

11.11.

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port

module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

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COM1

PIN 1

P5W64 WS PRO COM port connector

12.12.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

12.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,

12.12.

ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, EE

ATX12VATX12V

ATX12V

ATX12VATX12V

, 4-pin EZ_PLUG, 4-pin EZ_PLUG

, 4-pin EZ_PLUG

, 4-pin EZ_PLUG, 4-pin EZ_PLUG

))

)

))

2x42x4

2x4

2x42x4

-pin-pin

-pin

-pin-pin

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.

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GND

+12V

GND

EZ_DET

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EATX12V

EZ_PLUG

P5W64 WS PRO ATX power connectors

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+12V DC

GND +12V DC

GND

+5V

+12V DC

+5V Standby

GND

+3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts

Power OK

Ground

+5 Volts

Ground

+5 Volts

Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts

EATXPWR

Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts

-5 Volts Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground

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•

You may use a 4-pin ATX12V

2x4-pin EATX12V

power plug for this connector.

•

Make sure to remove the cap on the connector before connecting an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug.

Remove the capRemove the cap

Remove the cap

•

Use only either a 4-pin ATX12V or an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug.

Remove the capRemove the cap

before using anbefore using an

before using an

before using anbefore using an

8-pin power plug8-pin power plug

8-pin power plug

8-pin power plug8-pin power plug

Connecting other power plug types may cause serious damage to the system.

Important notes on motherboard power requirementsImportant notes on motherboard power requirements

Important notes on motherboard power requirements

Important notes on motherboard power requirementsImportant notes on motherboard power requirements

•

For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power

Connect aConnect a

Connect a

Connect aConnect a

4-pin power4-pin power

4-pin power

4-pin power4-pin power

plug hereplug here

plug here

plug hereplug here

supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W.

•

Do not forget to connect the 8-pin/4-pin EATX12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up.

•

You can connect the EZ Plug™ when using PCI Express graphics cards and a 20-pin ATX power supply unit; otherwise, the system will be unstable.

•

Make sure that the PSU can support at least 8 A on the +12V_1 lead and 13 A on the +12V_2 lead.

•

Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

•

If you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 graphics cards, use a PSU with 450 to 500 W power to ensure system stability.

•

To support an Intel® Dual-Core CPU up to 840 Extreme Edition, make sure that the PSU can provide at least DC 16A (peak 22A) on the +12V_2 lead.

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13.13.

TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)

13.

TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)

13.13.

TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)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.

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CK_33M_TPM

LFRAMEn

LRESETn

LAD3

+3.3V

LAD0

+3.3VXGND

LPC_PD#

TPM

GND

LAD2

GND

LAD1

SERIRQ

P5W64 WS PRO TPM connector

The TPM module is purchased separately.

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smb_data_main

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14.14.

System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)

14.

System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)

14.14.

System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)System panel connector (12-pin PANEL)

This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

PLED SPEAKER

Ground

+5V

PWR

Reset

Ground

RESET

PWRSW

Speaker

Ground

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PLED-

PLED+

PANEL

IDE_LED-

IDE_LED+

IDE_LED

Requires an ATX power supply.

P5W64 WS PRO System panel connector

System power LEDSystem power LED

•

System power LED

System power LEDSystem power LED This 3-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.

Hard disk drive activity LEDHard disk drive activity LED

•

Hard disk drive activity LED

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

System warning speakerSystem warning speaker

•

System warning speaker

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

ATX power button/soft-off buttonATX power button/soft-off button

•

ATX power button/soft-off button

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

Reset buttonReset button

•

Reset button

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

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This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system.

Powering up

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Chapter summary

3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1

3.2 Turning off the computer ..................................................... 3-2

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3.1 Starting up for the first time

1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover.

2. Be sure that all switches are off.

3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.

4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector.

5. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power

6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with “green” standards or if it has a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on.

The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.

AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes

AMI BIOS beep codes

AMI BIOS beep codesAMI BIOS beep codes

Beep DescriptionBeep Description

Beep Description

Beep DescriptionBeep Description

One beep Keyboard controller error

Two continuous beeps followed by Floppy controller failure two short beeps

Two continuous beeps followed by Hardware component failure four short beeps

ErrorError

Error

ErrorError

Refresh Time error No master drive detected

7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4.

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3.2 Turning off the computer

3.2.13.2.1

3.2.1

3.2.13.2.1

If you are using Windows® 2000:

1. Click the

2. Make sure that the the

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

If you are using Windows

1. Click the

2. Click the

3. The power supply should turn off after Windows

3.2.23.2.2

3.2.2

3.2.23.2.2

While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Refer to section “4.5 Power Menu” in Chapter 4 for details.

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down function

Using the OS shut down functionUsing the OS shut down function

Start Start

Start button then click

Start Start

Shut DownShut Down

Shut Down option button is selected, then click

Shut DownShut Down

OK OK

O K button to shut down the computer.

OK OK

XP or later version:

Start Start

Start button then select

Start Start Turn Off Turn Off

Turn Off button to shut down the computer.

Turn Off Turn Off

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switch

Using the dual function power switchUsing the dual function power switch

Shut Down...Shut Down...

Shut Down...

Shut Down...Shut Down...

shuts down.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.

Turn Off Computer.Turn Off Computer.

shuts down.

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4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1

4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11

4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-19

4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-32

4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-38

4.7 Tools menu ......................................................................... 4-44

4.8 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-47

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4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup.

ASUS Update ASUS Update

ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows

ASUS Update ASUS Update ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2

ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS in DOS using a floppy disk or a

ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 USB flash disk.)

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS

ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable

ASUS AFUDOS ASUS AFUDOS floppy disk.)

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 floppy disk/USB flash disk,or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)

Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.

Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities.

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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:

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update utilityASUS Update utility

environment.)

• Save the current BIOS file

• Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet

• Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file

• Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and

• View the BIOS version information.

This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.

ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

Installing ASUS Update

Installing ASUS UpdateInstalling ASUS Update

To install ASUS Update:

1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The

2. Click the Utilities Utilities

the

Ut i l i t i e s screen menu.

Utilities Utilities

Utilities tab, then click

Utilities Utilities

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

ASUS Update. See page 5-3 for

ASUS UpdateASUS Update

Drivers Drivers

Drivers menu appears.

Drivers Drivers

3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.

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

Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the Internet

Updating the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through the Internet

To update the BIOS through the Internet:

1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows Start Start

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by clicking

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUS Update main window appears.

2. Select

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Update BIOS from

Update BIOS fromUpdate BIOS from

the Internet the Internet

the Internet option from the

the Internet the Internet drop-down menu, then click NextNext

Next.

NextNext

3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click

NextNext

Click

Next.

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4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next.

5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.

The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail of all its features.

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file

Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file

To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:

1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows clicking ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears.

ASUSUpdateASUSUpdate

Start Start

Start >

Start Start

Programs Programs

Programs >

Programs Programs

ASUS ASUS

ASUS >

ASUS ASUS

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

ASUSUpdate >

ASUSUpdate ASUSUpdate

desktop by

2. Select file file

file option from the drop-down

file file menu, then click

Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a

Update BIOS from a

Update BIOS from aUpdate BIOS from a

NextNext

Next.

NextNext

3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open Open

Open window, then click

Open Open

SaveSave

Save.

SaveSave

4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process.

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Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy disk

Creating a bootable floppy diskCreating a bootable floppy disk

1. Do either one of the following to create a bootable floppy disk.

DOS environment

a. Insert a 1.44MB floppy disk into the drive. b. At the DOS prompt, type format A:/S

then press <Enter>.

Windows® XP environment

a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. b. Click

ComputerComputer

Computer.

ComputerComputer

Start Start

Start from the Windows

Start Start

desktop, then select

MyMy

c. Select the 3 1/2 Floppy Drive icon. d. Click

File File

File from the menu, then select

File File

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

Floppy Disk window appears.

Floppy DiskFloppy Disk

®®

WindowsWindows

Windows

WindowsWindows disk disk

disk from the format options field, then click

disk disk

XP users: XP users:

XP users: Select

XP users: XP users:

Create an MS-DOS startupCreate an MS-DOS startup

Create an MS-DOS startup

Create an MS-DOS startupCreate an MS-DOS startup

FormatFormat

Format. A

FormatFormat

StartStart

Start.

StartStart

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2

Format 3 1/2Format 3 1/2

Windows® 2000 environment

To create a set of boot disks for Windows® 2000: a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive.

b. Insert the Windows c. Click

StartStart

Start, then select

StartStart

2000 CD to the optical drive.

RunRun

Run.

RunRun

d. In the

Open Open

Open field, type D:\bootdisk\makeboot a:

Open Open

assuming that D is your optical drive letter.

e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue.

2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk.

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ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST).

To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:

1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard and rename the same to

W64WSPRO.ROMW64WSPRO.ROM

W64WSPRO.ROM.

W64WSPRO.ROMW64WSPRO.ROM

2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk or a USB flash disk, then restart the system.

3. You can launch the EZ Flash 2 by two methods. (1) Insert the floppy disk / USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file

to the floppy disk drive or the USB port. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.

ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.00

FLASH TYPE: Winbond W39V080A 8Mb LPC

Current ROM Update ROM

BOARD: P5W64-WS Pro VER: 0204 DATE: 07/04/2006

PATH: A:\

BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown

Note

[Enter] Select [S] Save [ESC]Exit [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/Home/End] Move

(2) Enter BIOS setup program. Go th the Tools menu to select EZ

Flash 2 and press <Enter> to enable it. You can switch between drives by pressing <Tab> before the

correct file is found. Then press <Enter>.

4. When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.

• This function can supp ort devices such as USB flash disk, or floppy disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.

• Do not shutdown or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

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AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility

AFUDOS utility

AFUDOS utilityAFUDOS utility

The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.

Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS

Copying the current BIOS

Copying the current BIOSCopying the current BIOS

To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

• Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1.2 MB free space to save the file.

• The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as shown.

1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.

2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:

afudos /o[filename]

where the [filename] is any user-assigned filename not more than eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name.

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom

Main filenameMain filename

Main filename

Main filenameMain filename

Extension nameExtension name

Extension name

Extension nameExtension name

3. Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk.

A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

Reading flash ..... done

Write to file...... ok

A:\>

The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file.

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Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS file

Updating the BIOS fileUpdating the BIOS file

To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility:

1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk.

Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.

2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.

3. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the prompt type:

afudos /i[filename]

where [filename] is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy disk.

A:\>afudos /iW64WSPRO.rom

4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS.

A:\>afudos /iW64WSPRO.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ....... done

Reading flash ...... done

Advance Check ......

Erasing flash ...... done

Writing flash ...... 0x0008CC00 (9%)

Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

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5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.

A:\>afudos /iW64WSPRO.rom

AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))

WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS

Reading file ....... done

Reading flash ...... done

Advance Check ......

Erasing flash ...... done

Writing flash ...... done

Verifying flash .... done

Please restart your computer

A:\>

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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility

The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD, the floppy disk, or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.

Recovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CD

Recovering the BIOS from the support CD

Recovering the BIOS from the support CDRecovering the BIOS from the support CD

To recover the BIOS from the support CD:

1. Turn on the system.

2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive.

3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the CD for the BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy...

When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file.

Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy not found! Reading file “W64WSPRO.ROM”. Completed. Start flashing...

4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy/USB flash diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy/USB flash disk

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy/USB flash disk

Recovering the BIOS from a floppy/USB flash diskRecovering the BIOS from a floppy/USB flash disk

To recover the BIOS from a floppy/USB flash disk:

1. Download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website (www.asus.com). Rename the BIOS file to

W64WSPRO.ROMW64WSPRO.ROM

W64WSPRO.ROM.

W64WSPRO.ROMW64WSPRO.ROM

2. Insert the floppy/USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file to the FDD/USB port.

3. Turn on the system.

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4. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file.

5. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.

• Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8 GB.

• Flash time takes around one minute.

• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!

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4.2 BIOS setup program

This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section updating your BIOS.”

Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to configure your system using this utility.

Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM or the firmware hub.

The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del>

during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to

enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.

“

4.1 Managing and

If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed.

The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys.

• The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Default SettingsDefault Settings

Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section “4.8 Exit

Default SettingsDefault Settings Menu.”

• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

• Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard.

LoadLoad

Load

LoadLoad

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BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screen

BIOS menu screenBIOS menu screen

Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit

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Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A] Third IDE Master [Not Detected] Third IDE Slave [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Slave [Not Detected] IDE Configuration

System Information

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

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Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Menu bar

Menu barMenu bar

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.

Use [+] or [-] to configure the System Time.

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Field

Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Navigation keysNavigation keys

Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation keys

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:

MainMain

Main For changing the basic system configuration

MainMain AdvancedAdvanced

Advanced For changing the advanced system settings

AdvancedAdvanced PowerPower

Power For changing the advanced power management (APM)

PowerPower

configuration

BootBoot

Boot For changing the system boot configuration

BootBoot ToolsTools

Tools For configuring options for special functions

ToolsTools ExitExit

Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default

ExitExit

settings

To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

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Navigation keys

Navigation keysNavigation 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.

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Menu itemsMenu items

Menu items

Menu itemsMenu items

The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting

MainMain

Main

MainMain

shows the Main menu items.

The other items (Advanced, Power,

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System Information

Use [ENTER], [TAB], or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.

Use [+] or [-] to configure

Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.

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Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Sub-menu items

Sub-menu itemsSub-menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

Main menu items

Main menu itemsMain menu items

A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press <Enter>.

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Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

Configuration fields

Configuration fieldsConfiguration fields

These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is userconfigurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable.

A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to “4.2.7 Pop-up window.”

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Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item.

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A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the other

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

Advanced Chipset settings

WARNING: Setting wrong values in the sections below may cause system to malfunction.

Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled] Memory Acceleration Mode [Auto] DRAM Idle Timer [Auto] DRAm Refresh Rate [Auto]

Graphic Adapter Priority [AGP/PCI] Graphics Aperture Size [ 64 MB] Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

ICH Delayed Transaction [Enabled]

MPS Revision [1.4]

Select Screen Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

items on the screen.

Pop-up windowPop-up window

Pop-up window

Pop-up windowPop-up window

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General helpGeneral help

General help

General helpGeneral help

Scroll barScroll bar

Scroll bar

Scroll barScroll bar

screen is a brief description of the selected item.

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When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the

Main Main

Main menu screen appears,

Main Main

giving you an overview of the basic system information.

Refer to section “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.

Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit

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System Information

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.

Use [+] or [-] to configure the System Time.

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Field

Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

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System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]

System Time [xx:xx:xx]

System Time [xx:xx:xx]System Time [xx:xx:xx]

Allows you to set the system time.

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System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

Allows you to set the system date.

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Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M , 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.]

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Language [English]Language [English]

Language [English]

Language [English]Language [English]

Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] [Français] [Deutsch] [Japanese] [Chinese (GB)] [Chinese BIG5]

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Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave

Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave

Primary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/SlavePrimary, Third, and Fourth IDE Master/Slave

The BIOS automatically detects the connected IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item, then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information.

Primary IDE Master

Device : Hard Disk Vendor : ST320413A Size : 20.0GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16 Sectors PIO Mode : Supported Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA-5 SMART Monitoring: Supported

Type [Auto] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Block(Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] DMA Mode [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

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]Type [Auto]

Type [Auto]

Type [Auto]Type [Auto]

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

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]

LBA/Large Mode [Auto]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]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]

Enables or disables data multi-sector transfer mode. 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. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]

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PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]

PIO Mode [Auto]PIO Mode [Auto]

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

DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]

DMA Mode [Auto]

DMA Mode [Auto]DMA Mode [Auto]

Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]

SMART Monitoring [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]

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

32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]

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

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IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration

IDE Configuration

IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration

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

IDE Configuration

Configure SATA As [Standard IDE] Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]

IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]

Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]

Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]

Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]Configure SATA As [Standard IDE]

When in AHCI/RAID mode SATA controller is forced to Native mode.

Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip.

The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands.

If you want to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5, or the Intel Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk drives, set this item to [RAID].

If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices, keep the defaul setting [Standard IDE].

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If you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. For details on AHCI, go to:

www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012304.htm www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012305.htm

The SATA controller is set to Native mode when this item is set to [RAID] or [AHCI]

Onboard IDE Operate Mode Onboard IDE Operate Mode

The

Onboard IDE Operate Mode and its sub-menu items appear

Onboard IDE Operate Mode Onboard IDE Operate Mode

only when the

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

Configure SATA As item is set to [Standard IDE].

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

Allows selection of the IDE operation mode depending on the installed operating system (OS). Set to [Enhanced Mode] if you are using OS supporting native mode, including Windows

2000/XP. Configuration

options: [Disabled] [Compatible Mode] [Enhanced Mode]

If you are using a Serial ATA optical drive, set this item to [Compatible Mode] before creating a boot disk using the support CD.

Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]

Allows you to use

OS supporting native mode OS supporting native mode

OS supporting native mode on Serial ATA and

OS supporting native mode OS supporting native mode Parallel ATA ports. It is recommend that you do not change the default setting for better OS compatibility. In this setting, you may use legacy OS on the Parallel ATA ports only if you do not install any Serial ATA device.

The P-ATA+S-ATA and P-ATA options are for advanced users only. If you set to any of these options and encountered problems, revert to the default setting

S-ATAS-ATA

S-ATA. Configuration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA]

S-ATAS-ATA

[S-ATA] [P-ATA]

Combined Mode Option [Primary P-ATA +S-ATA]

Allows you to choose the IDE ports to be used. Configuration options: [Primary P-ATA +S-ATA] [S-ATA only] [P-ATA only]

The [S-ATA only] and [P-ATA only] options are for advanced users only. If you set to any of these options and encounter problems, revert to the default setting [Primary P-ATA+S-ATA].

Combined Mode OptionCombined Mode Option

The

Combined Mode Option item appears when you set the

Combined Mode OptionCombined Mode Option

Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode

Onboard IDE Operate Mode to [Compatible Mode].

Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode

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Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROOM [Enabled]

Enables or disables the onboard Serial ATA boot ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM

The

Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM appears only when the

Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM Onboard Serial-ATA BOOTROM

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

Configure SATA As item is set to [RAID].

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

ALPE and ASP [Disabled]ALPE and ASP [Disabled]

ALPE and ASP [Disabled]

ALPE and ASP [Disabled]ALPE and ASP [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the Agressive Link Power Management (ALPE) and Aggressive Slumber/Partial (ASP) management features. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

ALPE and ASP ALPE and ASP

The

ALPE and ASP and its sub-menu item appear only when the

ALPE and ASP ALPE and ASP

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

Configure SATA As item is set to [AHCI].

Configure SATA As Configure SATA As

IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]

IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]

IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]IDE Detect Time Out(Sec) [35]

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

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System InformationSystem Information

System Information

System InformationSystem Information

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

AMIBIOS Version : 0116 Build Date : 08/01/06

Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz Speed : 2800 MHz Count : 2

System Memory Total : 512MB Appropritated : 0MB Available : 512MB

AMI BIOSAMI BIOS

AMI BIOS

AMI BIOSAMI BIOS

Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.

ProcessorProcessor

Processor

ProcessorProcessor

Displays the auto-detected CPU specification.

System MemorySystem Memory

System Memory

System MemorySystem Memory

Displays the auto-detected system memory.

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4.4 Advanced menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.

Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.

Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit

JumperFree Configuration LAN Cable Status USB Configuration

CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP

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Configure System Frequency/Voltage

AI Overclocking [Auto]

Performance Mode [Auto] Stable Mode [Disabled]

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

JumperFree Configuration

JumperFree ConfigurationJumperFree Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Adjust system frequency/voltage.

Select Screen Select Item

+- Change Field

Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Select the target CPU frequency, and the relevant parameters will be auto-adjusted. Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to be stable. If the system becomes unstable, return to the default.

AI Overclocking [Auto]AI Overclocking [Auto]

AI Overclocking [Auto]

AI Overclocking [Auto]AI Overclocking [Auto]

Allows you to select the overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking configiuration options.

Manual Manual

Manual - allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.

Manual Manual Auto Auto

Auto - loads the optimal settings for the system.

Auto Auto AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.

AI N.O.S. - the ASUS AI Non-delay Overclocking System feature

AI N.O.S.AI N.O.S.

intelligently determines the system load and automatically boost

the performance for the most demanding tasks.

Overclock Profile Overclock Profile

Overclock Profile - loads overclocking profiles with optimal

Overclock Profile Overclock Profile

parameters for stability when overclocking.

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The following item appears only when you install a CPU that supports the lock free feature. Only some latest CPUs support this feature.

CPU Lock Free [Auto]CPU Lock Free [Auto]

CPU Lock Free [Auto]

CPU Lock Free [Auto]CPU Lock Free [Auto]

This feature allows you to adjust the CPU multiplier to 14x. Setting this item to [Auto] allows the motherboard to automatically reduce the CPU multiplier value for more flexibility when increasing external FSB. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

The following item appears only when you set the item to [Manual].

CPU Frequency [XXX]CPU Frequency [XXX]

CPU Frequency [XXX]

CPU Frequency [XXX]CPU Frequency [XXX]

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

AI Overclocking

AI OverclockingAI Overclocking

Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the

<-><->

and

< - > keys to adjust the CPU frequency. You can also type the desired

<-><->

<+><+>

<+>

<+><+>

CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. The values range from 100 to

550.

DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]

DRAM Frequency [Auto]

DRAM Frequency [Auto]DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Allows you to set the DDR operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR2-400MHz] [DDR2-533MHz] [DDR2-600MHz] [DDR2-667MHz] [DDR2-800MHz]

Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.

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Performance Mode [Auto]Performance Mode [Auto]

Performance Mode [Auto]

Performance Mode [Auto]Performance Mode [Auto]

Allows enhanced system performance. Setting to [Turbo] may cause the system to become unstable. If this happens, revert to the default setting [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Turbo]

PCI Express Frequency [Auto]PCI Express Frequency [Auto]

PCI Express Frequency [Auto]

PCI Express Frequency [Auto]PCI Express Frequency [Auto]

Allows you to set the PCI Express frequency. This item is set to [Auto] by default. Configuration options: [Auto] [90] ~ [150]

PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]

PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]

PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]PCI Clock Synchronization Mode [Auto]

Allows you to synchronize the PCI frequency with the PCI Express or CPU frequency. Configuration options: [To CPU] [33.33MHz] [Auto]

CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]CPU Clock Spread Spectrum [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the CPU clock spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]

PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]

PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]PCIE Clock Spread Spectrum [Disaabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the PCI Express clock spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

The following items also appear when the to [Manual] or [AI NOS].

Memory Voltage [Auto]Memory Voltage [Auto]

Memory Voltage [Auto]

Memory Voltage [Auto]Memory Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the DDR2 reference voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.85V] [1.90V] [1.95V] [2.00V] [2.05V] [2.10V] [2.15V] [2.20V] [2.25V] [2.30V] [2.35V] [2.40V]

Refer to the DDR2 documentation before adjusting the memory voltage. Setting a very high memory voltage may damage the memory module(s)!

CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]

CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]

CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]CPU VCore Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the CPU VCore voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.7000V] [1.6875V] [1.6750V] [1.6625V] [1.6500V] [1.6375V] [1.6250V] [1.6125V] [1.6000V] [1.5875V] [1.5750V] [1.5625V] [1.5500V] [1.5375V] [1.5250V] [1.5125V] [1.5000V] [1.4875V] [1.4750V] [1.4625V] [1.4500V] [1.4375V] [1.4250V] [1.4125V] [1.4000V] [1.3875V] [1.3750V] [1.3625V] [1.3500V] [1.3375V] [1.3250V] [1.3125V] [1.3000V] [1.2875V]

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking item is set

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. Setting a high Vcore voltage may damage the CPU!

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FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]

FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]

FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the front side bus termination voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.20V] [1.30V] [1.40V] [1.50V]

Setting a high FSB termination voltage may damage the chipset and CPU.

MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the chipset voltage of the memory controller hub (MCH). Configuration options: [Auto] [1.50V] [1.60V] [1.70V] [1.80V]

Setting a high MCH chipset voltage may damage the chipset!

ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]ICH Chipset Voltage [Auto]

Allows you to select the chipset voltage of the I/O controller hub (ICH). Configuration options: [Auto] [1.05V] [1.20V]

Setting a high ICH chipset voltage may damage the chipset!

The following item appears only when the to [Overclock Profile].

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking item is set

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

Overclock Options [Overclock 5%]

Allows you to overclock the CPU speed through the available preset values. Configuration options: [Overclock 5%] [FSB888/DDR2-667]

[Overclock 10%] [FSB960/DDR2-800] [Overclock 15%] [FSB1200/DDR2-800] [Overclock 20%] [FSB1280/DDR2-800] [Overclock 30%] [FSB1333/DDR2-667]

[FSB1333/DDR2-834]

The following item appears only when the to [AI NOS].

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

AI Overclocking item is set

AI Overclocking AI Overclocking

N.O.S. Mode [Auto]

Sets the Non-Delay Overclocking System mode. Select either of the following configuration options:

AutoAuto

Auto - loads the optimum sensitivity and overclocking percentage

AutoAuto

setting.

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Manual - allows you to manually set overclocking configurations.

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The following items appear if the

N.O.S. Mode N.O.S. Mode

N.O.S. Mode item is set to [Manual].

N.O.S. Mode N.O.S. Mode

Sensitivity [Sensitive]

Allows you to choose the sensitivity of the AI NOS sensor. Setting this item to [Sensitive] will trigger AI NOS with less CPU loading. Configuration options: [Normal] [Sensitive] [Less-Sensitive]

Target Frequency [Overclock 3%]

Allows you to set the maximum overclock percentage for the selected NOS Mode. Configuration options: [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 7%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%]

Selecting a very high frequency may cause the system to become unstable. If this happens, revert to the default setting.

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LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable Status

LAN Cable Status

LAN Cable StatusLAN Cable Status

This menu displays the status of the Local Area Network (LAN) cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port.

POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]

LAN Cable Status Pair Status Length

1-2 Open 0.0M (Bus:1 Dev:5 Func:0) 3-6 N/A 0.0M 4-5 N/A 0.0M 7-8 N/A 0.0M

1-2 N/A 0.0M (Bus:3 Dev:0 Func:0) 3-6 N/A 0.0M 4-5 N/A 0.0M 7-8 N/A 0.0M

POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]

POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]

POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]POST Check LAN cable [Disabled]

Check LAN cable during POST.

Allows you to enable or disable LAN cable check during POST. When enabled, the menu reports the cable faults or shorts, and displays the point (length) where the fault or short is detected. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

This function is available only on Marvell LAN (LAN2).

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USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

USB Configuration

USB ConfigurationUSB Configuration

The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.

USB Configuration

Module Version - 2.24.0-10.4

USB Devices Enabled:

None USB Function [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

Module VersionModule Version

The

Module Version and

Module VersionModule Version auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows NoneNone

None.

NoneNone

USB Function [Enabled]USB Function [Enabled]

USB Function [Enabled]

USB Function [Enabled]USB Function [Enabled]

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

USB Devices Enabled items show the

USB Devices Enabled USB Devices Enabled

Enables or disables the USB host controllers. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Enables USB host controllers.

Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]

Legacy USB Support [Auto]Legacy USB Support [Auto]

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

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]

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

The following items appear only when the to [Enabled].

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]

USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller

USB 2.0 Controller is set

USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller

Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed]

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BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]

Allows you to enable support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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4.4.4

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CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

CPU Configuration

CPU ConfigurationCPU Configuration

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

Configure Advanced CPU settings

Manufacturer: Intel Brand String: Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz Frequency : 2800 MHz FSB Speed : 800 MHz

Cache L1 : 32 KB Cache L2 : 2048 KB Cache L3 : 0 KB

Ratio Status: Unlocked (Max:14, Min:14) Ratio Actual Value : 14

Ratio CMOS Setting: [14]

VID CMOS Setting: [62] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit: [Disabled] Execute Disable Function [Disabled] CPU Internal Thermal Control [Auto]

Sets the ratio between CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. NOTE: If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS then actual and setpoint values may differ.

Ratio CMOS Setting [14]

Sets the ratio between the CPU core clock and the Front Side Bus frequency. The BIOS auto-detects the default value of this item. Use the

<+><+>

<+> or

<+><+>

You can only adjust the Refer to the CPU documentation for details.

<-><->

< - > keys to adjust the values.

<-><->

Ratio CMOS Ratio CMOS

Ratio CMOS if you installed an unlocked CPU.

Ratio CMOS Ratio CMOS

VID CMOS Setting [62]

Selects the VID setting at which the processor runs. The BIOS autodetects the default value of this item. Use the

<+><+>

<+> or

<+><+>

<-><->

< - > keys to

<-><->

adjust the values.

Microcode Updation [Enabled]Microcode Updation [Enabled]

Microcode Updation [Enabled]

Microcode Updation [Enabled]Microcode Updation [Enabled]

Enables or disables the Microcode update function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]

Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]

Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]

Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Execute Disable Function [Disabled]Execute Disable Function [Disabled]

Execute Disable Function [Disabled]

Execute Disable Function [Disabled]Execute Disable Function [Disabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. Setting this item to [Enabled] forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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