Asus Install ASUS Q-Connector for P5K EPU Motherboard System Panel Connections

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ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)

You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS Q- Connector.

1.Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector.

Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to know the detailed pin definitions, then match them to the respective front panel cable labels.

2.Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard.

3.The front panel functions are now enabled.

The figure shows the Q-Connector properly installed on the motherboard.

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Contents Motherboard E3691 Second Edition February Copyright 2008 ASUSTeK Computer INC. All Rights ReservedContents Powering up Bios setupAsus PC Probe Software supportAsus EPU Utility-AI Gear 3+ Appendix CPU features ATI CrossFire technology supportFederal Communications Commission Statement Canadian Department of Communications StatementElectrical safety Safety informationOperation safety About this guide Where to find more informationHow this guide is organized Conventions used in this guide TypographyP5K/EPU specifications summary LANUSB Xiii Xiv It supports Chapter summary Package contents WelcomeSpecial features Product highlightsPdif digital sound ready Gigabit LAN solutionIeee 1394a support High Definition AudioAsus 3rd Generation 8-Phase Power Design Asus AI Lifestyle unique featuresAsus Quiet Thermal Solution AI NapAsus Crystal Sound AI Booster Asus Intelligent Performance and Overclocking featuresAsus MyLogo3 Precision TweakerHardware2 information Chapter summary Before you install or remove any component, ensure Before you proceedMotherboard overview Placement directionScrew holes Motherboard layout 24.5cm 9.6inLayout contents Internal connectors Central Processing Unit CPU Installing the CPU To install a CPU Locate the CPU socket on the motherboardLoad plate Installing the CPU heatsink and fan Heatsink and fan assembly in place Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fanNarrow end of the groove System memory OverviewMemory configurations SocketsSS/DS Dimm SS Single-sided / DS Double-sided Dimm support Removing a Dimm Installing a DimmUnlock a Dimm socket by pressing To install an expansion card Installing an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card Expansion slotsIRQ assignments for this motherboard Interrupt assignmentsThese IRQs are usually available for PCI devices PCI Express x1 slots PCI slotsPCI Express x16 slots Universal PCI Express slot max. x4 mode Primary PCI Express x16 slotJumper Clear RTC RAM ClrtcRear panel connectors ConnectorsLAN port LED indications Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration ChannelFloppy disk drive connector 34-1 pin Floppy Internal connectorsIDE connector 40-1 pin Prie IDE Right angle side SATA3USB connectors 10-1 pin USB 78, USB 9 10, USB 11 Ieee 1394a port connector 10-1 pin IE13942P5K/EPU Fan connectors Chassis intrusion connector 4-1 pin Chassis ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12VFront panel audio connector 10-1 pin Aafp AafpOptical drive audio connector 4-pin CD CD blackATX power button/soft-off button 2-pin Pwrsw System panel connector 20-8 pin PanelSystem power LED 2-pin Pled Reset button 2-pin ResetAsus Q-Connector system panel Powering up Chapter summary Bios Beep Starting up for the first timeUsing 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 Updating the Bios through a Bios file Complete the update processAsus EZ Flash 2 utility Flash Type Winbond W25X80To copy the current Bios file using the Afudos utility Copying the current BiosUpdating the Bios file To update the 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 Settings Bios menu screenConfiguration Menu barSub-menu items Configuration fieldsMenu items Pop-up windowSystem Date Day xx/xx/xxxx Main menuSystem Time Floppy Diskette a 1.44M, 3.5Sata LBA/Large Mode AutoPIO Mode Auto Type AutoSata Configuration Sata Port1 Auto Processor System InformationSystem Memory Advanced menu JumperFree ConfigurationAi Overclocking Auto FSB Frequency CPU Ratio Control AutoFSB Strap to North Bridge Auto Pcie Frequency AutoConfiguration options Auto Disabled Enabled Dram Command Rate AutoConfiguration options Auto 1T 2T Dram Timing Control AutoCPU PLL Voltage Auto Transaction Booster AutoCPU Voltage Auto FSB Termination Voltage AutoLoad-Line Calibration Auto Clock Over-Charging Mode AutoSouth Bridge Voltage Auto CPU Voltage Reference AutoUSB Configuration Legacy USB Support Auto CPU TM Function Enabled CPU ConfigurationC1E Support Enabled Vanderpool Technology EnabledNorth Bridge Chipset Configuration Max Cpuid Value Limit DisabledIntelR SpeedStep TM Tech. Disabled ChipsetOnboard 1394 Controller Enabled OnBoard Devices ConfigurationHigh Definition Audio Enabled Marvell IDE Controller EnabledSerial Port1 Address 3F8/IRQ4 Configuration options no YESPCIPnP Plug And Play O/S noRepost Video on S3 Resume Disabled Power menuSuspend Mode Auto Acpi Version DisabledAPM Configuration Hardware Monitor CPU Fan Profile Optimal Chassis Q-Fan Control DisabledChassis Target Temperature 37C Chassis Fan 1/2 Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/ABoot Device Priority Boot menu1st ~ xxth Boot Device xxx Drive Boot Settings Configuration Change Supervisor Password SecurityClear User Password User Access Level Full AccessChange User Password Password Check SetupTools menu Asus EZ FlashMarvell Post Check LAN Cable Disabled Asus Ai NetExit & Save Changes Load Setup DefaultsExit menu Exit & Discard 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 PC Probe Asus UpdateCyberLink PowerBackup Asus AI SuiteManual menu Asus Contact information Other information Displays the general specifications of the motherboardDisplays the support DVD contents in graphical format Motherboard InfoTechnical support Form Displays the contents of the support DVD in text formatFilelist Software information Asus MyLogo3Asus P5K/EPU Using the Virtual Cable Tester AI NET2To install PC Probe II on your computer Installing PC ProbeUsing PC Probe Asus PC ProbePreferences Button FunctioinHardware monitor panels Changing the monitor panels positionWMI browser DMI browserPCI browser UsageConfiguring PC Probe Memory usageTo install AI Suite on your computer Installing AI SuiteUsing AI Suite Asus AI SuiteOther feature buttons Click Asus EPU Utility-AI Gear 3+ Energy Saving Status Asus AI Nap Click Apply at the bottom to save the setup Asus Q-FanAsus AI Booster Asus AI Direct Link Using AI Direct LinkClick OK and the Ready for incoming message appears Is listed. Click Open to open its To connect to another computerName of the computer found Shared folderSoftware support ATI CrossFire6 technology support Chapter summary Requirements Uninstall other graphics card drivers in your systemOverview Before you beginInstalling CrossFire graphics cards Asus P5K/EPU ATI MVP technology support Hardware Wizard window. Click Installing the device driversCancel Read the License Agreement, then click YesClick Finish Using the Catalyst Control Center Launching the Catalyst Control CenterCatalyst Control Center Dialog Box Hotkeys Profiles Help ATI MVP technology support CPU features Chapter summary Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Eist Using the Intel EM64T featureIntel EM64T System requirementsUsing the Eist Using the Hyper-Threading Technology Intel Hyper-Threading TechnologyAppendix CPU features