Asus p5p43t manual Software support, Installing an operating system, Support DVD information

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1.11Software support

1.11.1Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista/7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.

• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.

Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability.

1.11.2Support DVD information

The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.

The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.

To run the Support DVD

Place the Support DVD in the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utility, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to display their respective menus.

The following screen is for reference only.

Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information

Click an item to install

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.

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Contents Motherboard E5441 First Edition March Contents Software support Chapter Bios informationConnectors AI NET Federal Communications Commission Statement Canadian Department of Communications StatementOperation safety Safety informationElectrical safety About this guideTypography Where to find more informationConventions used in this guide Bold textP5P43T specifications summary USBAsus AI NET Welcome Package contentsSpecial features Innovative Asus features Anti-Surge Asus Express GateTurbo Key R. CPU Parameter RecallBefore you proceed Onboard LEDScrew holes Placement directionMotherboard overview Motherboard layout Layout contents Installing the CPU Central Processing Unit CPURetention tab Load lever Asus P5P43T Installing the CPU heatsink and fan Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan P5P43T CPU fan connectorSystem memory OverviewMemory configurations Vendor Size Chip Chip No DDR3-1333 MHz capability DimmH5TQ2G83AFR DDR3-1067 MHz capability Vendor Size Chip Brand Chip no Timing Voltage SupportInstalling a Dimm Removing a DimmExpansion slots Jumpers Clear RTC RAM 3-pin ClrtcAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration ConnectorsRear panel connectors LAN port LED indicationsInternal connectors CPU and chassis fan connectors 4-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin ChafanATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V Digital audio connector 4-1 pin SpdifoutSerial ATA connectors 7-pin SATA1-6 LPT connector 26-1 pin LPTIDE connector 40-1 pin Prieide Drive jumper setting Mode of devices Cable connectorHard disk drive activity LED 2-pin Ideled System panel connector 20-8 pin PanelReset button 2-pin Reset System warning speaker 4-pin SpeakerUSB connectors 10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112 Front panel audio connector 10-1 pin AafpSupport DVD information Installing an operating systemSoftware support To run the Support DVDInstalling Asus Update Managing and updating your BiosAsus Update utility Updating the BiosSelect Update Bios from a file, then click Next Asus EZ Flash 2 utilityAsus CrashFree Bios Recovering the BiosEntering Bios Setup after Post Bios setup programEntering Bios Setup at startup Menu bar Bios menu screenConfiguration Menu items Configuration fieldsNavigation keys Submenu itemsSystem Date Day xx/xx/xxxx Main menuSystem Time SataStorage Configuration System Information Bios InformationAi Tweaker menu ProcessorFSB Strap to North Bridge Auto CPU Ratio Setting AutoAi Overclock Tuner Auto Dram Frequency Auto1st Information Dram CLK Skew on Channel A1/A2/B1/B2 AutoDram Timing Control Auto Dram Read Training Auto Dram Static Read Control AutoDram Dynamic Write Control Auto Dram Write Training AutoAi Transaction Booster Auto Auto PSI EnabledAi Clock Twister Auto SB Voltage AutoCPU Configuration Advanced menuOnboard Devices Configuration ChipsetUSB Configuration PCI PnP Acpi 2.0 Support Enabled Power menuSuspend Mode Auto Acpi Apic Support EnabledHardware Monitor Boot Device Priority Boot menuAnti Surge Support Enabled 1st ~ xxth Boot DeviceSecurity Boot Settings ConfigurationHard Disk Drives Change User Password Change Supervisor PasswordUser Access Level Full Access Clear User PasswordAsus EZ Flash Password Check SetupTools menu Express Gate AutoExit menu AI NETAsus contact information Declaration of Conformity