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5.3.3ASUS PC Probe II

PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Because PC Probe II is software-based, you can start monitoring your computer the moment you turn it on. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition.

Installing PC Probe II

To install PC Probe II on your computer:

1.Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature.

If Autorun is not enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder. Double-click the setup.exe file to start installation.

2.Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II.

3.Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.

Launching PC Probe II

You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop.

To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs

>ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears.

After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in the Windows® taskbar. Click this icon to close or restore the application.

Using PC Probe II

Main window

The PC Probe II main window allows you to view the current status of your system and change the utility configuration. By default, the main window displays the Preference section. You can close or restore the Preference section by clicking on the triangle on the main window right handle.

Click to close the

Preference panel

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Contents Motherboard Copyright 2008 ASUSTeK Computer INC. All Rights Reserved E3691 Second Edition FebruaryContents Bios setup Powering upAsus PC Probe Software supportAsus EPU Utility-AI Gear 3+ ATI CrossFire technology support Appendix CPU featuresCanadian Department of Communications Statement Federal Communications Commission StatementElectrical safety Safety informationOperation safety About this guide Where to find more informationHow this guide is organized Typography Conventions used in this guideLAN P5K/EPU specifications summaryUSB Xiii Xiv It supports Chapter summary Welcome Package contentsProduct highlights Special featuresHigh Definition Audio Gigabit LAN solutionIeee 1394a support Pdif digital sound readyAI Nap Asus AI Lifestyle unique featuresAsus Quiet Thermal Solution Asus 3rd Generation 8-Phase Power DesignAsus Crystal Sound Precision Tweaker Asus Intelligent Performance and Overclocking featuresAsus MyLogo3 AI BoosterHardware2 information Chapter summary Before you proceed Before you install or remove any component, ensureMotherboard overview Placement directionScrew holes 24.5cm 9.6in Motherboard layoutLayout contents Internal connectors Central Processing Unit CPU To install a CPU Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard Installing the CPULoad plate Installing the CPU heatsink and fan Heatsink and fan assembly in place To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanNarrow end of the groove Overview System memorySockets Memory configurationsSS/DS Dimm SS Single-sided / DS Double-sided Dimm support Removing a Dimm Installing a DimmUnlock a Dimm socket by pressing Expansion slots Installing an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card To install an expansion cardIRQ assignments for this motherboard Interrupt assignmentsThese IRQs are usually available for PCI devices PCI Express x1 slots PCI slotsPCI Express x16 slots Primary PCI Express x16 slot Universal PCI Express slot max. x4 modeClear RTC RAM Clrtc JumperRear panel connectors ConnectorsLAN port LED indications Channel Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configurationFloppy disk drive connector 34-1 pin Floppy Internal connectorsIDE connector 40-1 pin Prie IDE SATA3 Right angle sideIeee 1394a port connector 10-1 pin IE13942 USB connectors 10-1 pin USB 78, USB 9 10, USB 11P5K/EPU Fan connectors ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V Chassis intrusion connector 4-1 pin ChassisAafp Front panel audio connector 10-1 pin AafpCD black Optical drive audio connector 4-pin CDReset button 2-pin Reset System panel connector 20-8 pin PanelSystem power LED 2-pin Pled ATX power button/soft-off button 2-pin PwrswAsus Q-Connector system panel Powering up Chapter summary Starting up for the first time Bios BeepUsing the dual function power switch Using the OS shut down functionTurning off the computer Bios setup Chapter summary Asus Update utility Managing and updating your BiosInstalling Asus Update Updating the Bios through the Internet Complete the update process Updating the Bios through a Bios fileFlash Type Winbond W25X80 Asus EZ Flash 2 utilityTo update the Bios file using the Afudos utility Copying the current BiosUpdating the Bios file To copy the current Bios file using the Afudos utilityUtility verifies the file and starts updating the Bios Recovering the Bios from the support DVD Asus CrashFree Bios 3 utilityRecovering the Bios from the USB flash disk Bios setup program Menu bar Bios menu screenConfiguration SettingsPop-up window Configuration fieldsMenu items Sub-menu itemsFloppy Diskette a 1.44M, 3.5 Main menuSystem Time System Date Day xx/xx/xxxxType Auto LBA/Large Mode AutoPIO Mode Auto SataSata Configuration Sata Port1 Auto Processor System InformationSystem Memory Advanced menu JumperFree ConfigurationAi Overclocking Auto Pcie Frequency Auto CPU Ratio Control AutoFSB Strap to North Bridge Auto FSB FrequencyDram Timing Control Auto Dram Command Rate AutoConfiguration options Auto 1T 2T Configuration options Auto Disabled EnabledFSB Termination Voltage Auto Transaction Booster AutoCPU Voltage Auto CPU PLL Voltage AutoCPU Voltage Reference Auto Clock Over-Charging Mode AutoSouth Bridge Voltage Auto Load-Line Calibration AutoUSB Configuration Legacy USB Support Auto Vanderpool Technology Enabled CPU ConfigurationC1E Support Enabled CPU TM Function EnabledChipset Max Cpuid Value Limit DisabledIntelR SpeedStep TM Tech. Disabled North Bridge Chipset ConfigurationMarvell IDE Controller Enabled OnBoard Devices ConfigurationHigh Definition Audio Enabled Onboard 1394 Controller EnabledPlug And Play O/S no Configuration options no YESPCIPnP Serial Port1 Address 3F8/IRQ4Acpi Version Disabled Power menuSuspend Mode Auto Repost Video on S3 Resume DisabledAPM Configuration Hardware Monitor Chassis Fan 1/2 Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/A Chassis Q-Fan Control DisabledChassis Target Temperature 37C CPU Fan Profile OptimalBoot Device Priority Boot menu1st ~ xxth Boot Device xxx Drive Boot Settings Configuration Security Change Supervisor PasswordPassword Check Setup User Access Level Full AccessChange User Password Clear User PasswordAsus EZ Flash Tools menuAsus Ai Net Marvell Post Check LAN Cable DisabledExit & Discard Changes Load Setup DefaultsExit menu Exit & Save ChangesBios setup Software5 support Installing an operating system Support DVD information Installing an operating systemRunning the support DVD Drivers menu Utilities menu Asus InstAll-Installation Wizard for UtilitiesMarvell Yukon VCT Application Asus AI Suite Asus UpdateCyberLink PowerBackup Asus PC ProbeManual menu Asus Contact information Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboardDisplays the support DVD contents in graphical format Other informationTechnical support Form Displays the contents of the support DVD in text formatFilelist Asus MyLogo3 Software informationAsus P5K/EPU AI NET2 Using the Virtual Cable TesterAsus PC Probe Installing PC ProbeUsing PC Probe To install PC Probe II on your computerButton Functioin PreferencesChanging the monitor panels position Hardware monitor panelsDMI browser WMI browserUsage PCI browserMemory usage Configuring PC ProbeAsus AI Suite Installing AI SuiteUsing AI Suite To install AI Suite on your computerOther feature buttons Click Asus EPU Utility-AI Gear 3+ Energy Saving Status Asus AI Nap Asus Q-Fan Click Apply at the bottom to save the setupAsus AI Booster Asus AI Direct Link Using AI Direct LinkClick OK and the Ready for incoming message appears Shared folder To connect to another computerName of the computer found Is listed. Click Open to open itsSoftware support ATI CrossFire6 technology support Chapter summary Before you begin Uninstall other graphics card drivers in your systemOverview RequirementsInstalling CrossFire graphics cards Asus P5K/EPU ATI MVP technology support Read the License Agreement, then click Yes Installing the device driversCancel Hardware Wizard window. ClickClick Finish Launching the Catalyst Control Center Using the Catalyst Control CenterCatalyst Control Center Dialog Box Hotkeys Profiles Help ATI MVP technology support CPU features Chapter summary System requirements Using the Intel EM64T featureIntel EM64T Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EistUsing the Eist Intel Hyper-Threading Technology Using the Hyper-Threading TechnologyAppendix CPU features