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P5K/EPU MotherboardCopyright 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved E3691 Second Edition FebruaryChapter1 Product introduction ContentsChapter2 Hardware information viiiChapter4 BIOS setup Chapter3 Powering upContents Contents Chapter5 Software supportPower menu Boot menuChapter6 ATI CrossFire technology support Appendix CPU featuresA.2.1 A.2.2Federal Communications Commission Statement NoticesCanadian Department of Communications Statement Electrical safety Safety informationOperation safety Chapter 3 Powering up Where to find more informationChapter 4 BIOS setup Appendix CPU featuresTypography Conventions used in this guideCommand ItalicsCPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Storage LAN Audio P5K/EPU specifications summaryASUS Stylish Features P5K/EPU specifications summaryASUS Power Saving Solution IEEEBack Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features P5K/EPU specifications summaryManageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor Page it supports Product1 introductionASUS P5K/EPU Chapter summary1.1 Welcome 1.2 Package contents1.3.1 Product highlights 1.3 Special featuresIntel LGA775 Core 2 Processor Ready Intel Core2 Duo/ Intel Core2 Extreme CPU supportIEEE 1394a support Gigabit LAN solutionS/PDIF digital sound ready High Definition AudioASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique featuresASUS 3rd Generation 8-Phase Power Design ASUS EPUASUS CrashFree BIOS ASUS Q-ConnectorASUS Crystal Sound ASUS EZ DIYASUS MyLogo3 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking featuresAI Booster Precision TweakerHardware2 information ASUS P5K/EPU Chapter summaryOnboard LED 2.1 Before you proceedP5K/EPU Onboard LED 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Placement direction2.2.2 Screw holes 24.5cm 9.6in 2.2.3 Motherboard layoutIntel PCIEX161Rear panel connectors 2.2.4 Layout contentsSlots PageATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V Internal connectorsPage 2.3 Central Processing Unit CPU To install a CPU 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard 2.3.1 Installing the CPUP5K/EPU CPU Socket to the CHAFAN1 connector to ensure system stability If installing a dual-core CPUClose the load plate A, then push the load lever B until itTo install the CPU heatsink and fan 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanP5K/EPU CPU fan connector heatsink and fan assembly in placethe heatsink and fan assembly from 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanthe motherboard 2-12 Narrow end of the grooveChapter 2 Hardware information 2.4.1 Overview 2.4 System memoryMode Single-Channel 2.4.2 Memory configurations64-bit SocketsKLED48F-A8KI5-EPA DIMM supportKHX6400D2LLK2/1GN HYMP564U64CP8-S5Chapter 2 Hardware information 2-16HYS72T128020HU-3S-B SS - Single-sided / DS - Double-sided DIMM supportHYS64T128020HU-3S-B M2OAD5G3H3166I1C52To install a DIMM 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card2.5 Expansion slots IRQ assignments for this motherboard 2.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsPriority Standard function 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots 2.5.4 PCI slots2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots Primary PCI Express x16 slot Universal PCI Express slot max. x4 modeOptions for Universal PCI Express operating speed PCI Express slot 1. Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 2.6 Jumper2.7.1 Rear panel connectors 2.7 ConnectorsLAN port LED indications Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration 1. Floppy disk drive connector 34-1 pin FLOPPY 2.7.2 Internal connectors2. IDE connector 40-1 pin PRIE IDE P5K/EPU Floppy disk drive connectorright angle side P5K/EPU SATA connectors5. IEEE 1394a port connector 10-1 pin IE13942 4. USB connectors 10-1 pin USB 78, USB 9 10, USB 11P5K/EPU USB 2.0 connectors P5K/EPU IEEE 1394a connector4-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin CHAFAN1-2, 3-pin PWRFAN 6. CPU, chassis and power fan connectorsP5K/EPU Fan connectors 8. ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V 7. Chassis intrusion connector 4-1 pin CHASSISP5K/EPU Chassis intrusion connector P5K/EPU ATX power connectorsP5K/EPU Analog front panel connector 9. Front panel audio connector 10-1 pin AAFP11. Digital audio connector 4-1 pin SPDIFOUT, for ASUS HDMI VGA card 10. Optical drive audio connector 4-pin CDP5K/EPU Internal audio connector P5K/EPU Digital audio connectorSystem power LED 2-pin PLED 12. System panel connector 20-8 pin PANELATX power button/soft-off button 2-pin PWRSW Reset button 2-pin RESETASUS Q-Connector system panel and ways of shutting down the system Powering upASUS P5K/EPU Chapter summary3.1 Starting up for the first time 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function3.2 Turning off the computer This chapter tells how to change BIOS setupthe system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions4-11 Chapter summary4-16 4-264.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOSInstalling ASUS Update To update the BIOS through the Internet Updating the BIOS through the InternetFollow the screen instructions to Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility Updating the BIOS file Copying the current BIOS4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS Recovering the BIOS from the support DVD 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityRecovering the BIOS from the USB flash disk 4.2 BIOS setup program For changing the basic system configuration 4.2.1 BIOS menu screenFor changing the advanced system settings Power4.2.4 Menu items 4.2.6 Configuration fields4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4.2.7 Pop-up window4.3.1 System Time 4.3 Main menu4.3.2 System Date Day xx/xx/xxxx 4.3.3 Floppy Diskette A 1.44M, 3.5 inPIO Mode Auto LBA/Large Mode Auto4.3.4 SATA Type AutoDMA Mode Auto 4.3.5 SATA Configuration32Bit Data Transfer Enabled SATA Configuration EnhancedConfiguration options Enabled Disabled 4.3.6 System Information AMIBIOSProcessor System Memory4.4 Advanced menu 4.4.1 JumperFree ConfigurationAi Overclocking Auto Loads the optimal settings for the systemFSB Strap to North Bridge Auto CPU Ratio Control AutoFSB Frequency PCIE Frequency AutoDRAM Timing Control Auto DRAM Command Rate AutoDRAM Static Read Control Auto RAS# to CAS# Delay 5 DRAM ClocksCPU Voltage Auto Transaction Booster AutoCPU PLL Voltage Auto FSB Termination Voltage AutoSouth Bridge Voltage Auto Clock Over-Charging Mode AutoLoad-Line Calibration Auto CPU Voltage Reference AutoUSB Functions Enabled 4.4.2 USB ConfigurationUSB 2.0 Controller Enabled USB 2.0 Controller Mode HiSpeedConfiguration options Disabled Enabled Auto Legacy USB Support AutoChapter 4 BIOS setup 4-22C1E Support Enabled 4.4.3 CPU ConfigurationCPU TM Function Enabled Vanderpool Technology EnabledIntelR SpeedStep TM Tech. Disabled Max CPUID Value Limit DisabledNorth Bridge Chipset Configuration 4.4.4 ChipsetHigh Definition Audio Enabled 4.4.5 OnBoard Devices ConfigurationOnboard 1394 Controller Enabled Marvell IDE Controller EnabledSerial Port1 Address 3F8/IRQ4 4.4.6 PCIPnPPlug And Play O/S NO 4.5.1 Suspend Mode Auto 4.5 Power menu4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume Disabled 4.5.3 ACPI Version DisabledRestore On AC Power Loss Power Off 4.5.5 APM ConfigurationPower On By RTC Alarm Disabled Power On By External Modems DisabledPower On By PS/2 Mouse Disabled Power On By PS/2 Keyboard DisabledCPU Temperature xxxºC/xxxºF MB Temperature xxxºC/xxxºF CPU / Power Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/AChassis Target Temperature 37C Chassis Q-Fan Control DisabledCPU Fan Profile Optimal Chassis Fan 1/2 Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/A4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 4.6 Boot menu1st ~ xxth Boot Device xxx Drive Quick Boot Enabled 4.6.2 Boot Settings ConfigurationFull Screen Logo Enabled AddOn ROM Display Mode Force BIOS4.6.3 Security Change Supervisor PasswordChange User Password User Access Level Full AccessClear User Password Password Check Setup4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 4.7 Tools menuBIOS SETUP UTILITY Power4.7.2 ASUS Ai Net Marvell POST Check LAN Cable DisabledChapter 4 BIOS setup BIOS SETUP UTILITY4.8 Exit menu Load Setup DefaultsExit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes4-38 Chapter 4 BIOS setupSoftware5 support 5-41 5-30RAID configurations Chapter summary5.2 Support DVD information 5.1 Installing an operating system5.2.1 Running the support DVD Intel Chipset Inf Update Program ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard5.2.2 Drivers menu Realtek Audio Driver5.2.3 Utilities menu ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for UtilitiesMarvell Yukon VCT Application CyberLink PowerBackup ASUS UpdateASUS PC Probe ASUS AI Suite5.2.6 ASUS Contact information 5.2.5 Manual menuMotherboard Info 5.2.7 Other informationBrowse this DVD Chapter 5 Software supportFilelist Technical support FormDisplays the contents of the support DVD in text format P5K/EPU5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3 5.3 Software information7. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to enlarge by clicking on it 5.3.2 AI NET2 Using the Virtual Cable TesterUsing PC Probe Installing PC Probe5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe Launching PC ProbePreferences Adjusting the sensor threshold value Hardware monitor panelsChanging the monitor panels position Moving the monitor panelsDMI browser WMI browserMonitoring sensor alert Usage PCI browserspace, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browser CPU usageConfiguring PC Probe Using AI Suite Installing AI Suite5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite Launching AI SuiteClick Other feature buttonson right corner of the main window to open the monitor window Displays the FSB/CPU frequency5.3.5 ASUS EPU Utility-AI Gear 3+ Click to switch to Energy Saving StatusClick to reset t h e t i m e t h e calculator starts Displays the electricity saved since the time was reset5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 5.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 5.3.8 ASUS AI Booster 5.3.9 ASUS AI Direct Link Using AI Direct Linkfolder Disable incoming folder To connect to another computer username and password. Click OK3. The name of the computer found is listed. Click Open to open itsChapter 5 Software support 5-26ATI CrossFire6 technology support This chapter tells how to install ATICrossFire graphics cards to avail of ATI’s Multi-Video Processing technologyASUS P5K/EPU Chapter summaryOverview 6.1 Overview Uninstall other graphics card drivers in your system6.1.1 Requirements 6.1.2 Before you beginTo install the graphics cards 6.2 Installing CrossFire graphics cardsASUS P5K/EPU 7. Connect the loose end to the corresponding port on your monitor 5. Connect one end of the external cable to the Master graphics cardChapter 6 ATI MVP technology support Cancel 6.3.1 Installing the device drivers6.3 Software information 8. Click Finish Launching the Catalyst Control Center 6.3.2 Using the Catalyst Control CenterOn the Windows task bar, click Start ATI Catalyst Control Center Catalyst Control CenterThe Catalyst Control Center provides two views The Catalyst Control Center Dialog BoxStandard - simple view with wizards for beginners ViewTo enable CrossFire 1. Set the view to Advance Preferences ProfilesHelp Chapter 6 ATI MVP technology support 6-12CPU features Intel EM64T Chapter summaryA.1 Intel EM64T Using the Intel EM64T featureA.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST A.2.1 System requirementsA.2.2 Using the EIST A.3 Intel Hyper-Threading Technology Using the Hyper-Threading TechnologyAppendix CPU features