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5.3.8ASUS AI Booster

The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS.

After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the AI Suite main window.

The options on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations.

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P5K/EPU MotherboardCopyright 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved E3691 Second Edition Februaryviii ContentsChapter1 Product introduction Chapter2 Hardware informationChapter4 BIOS setup Chapter3 Powering upContents Boot menu Chapter5 Software supportContents Power menuA.2.2 Appendix CPU featuresChapter6 ATI CrossFire technology support A.2.1Federal Communications Commission Statement NoticesCanadian Department of Communications Statement Electrical safety Safety informationOperation safety Appendix CPU features Where to find more informationChapter 3 Powering up Chapter 4 BIOS setupItalics Conventions used in this guideTypography CommandCPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Storage LAN Audio P5K/EPU specifications summaryIEEE P5K/EPU specifications summaryASUS Stylish Features ASUS Power Saving SolutionBack 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 contentsIntel Core2 Duo/ Intel Core2 Extreme CPU support 1.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlights Intel LGA775 Core 2 Processor ReadyHigh Definition Audio Gigabit LAN solutionIEEE 1394a support S/PDIF digital sound readyASUS EPU 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique featuresASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS 3rd Generation 8-Phase Power DesignASUS EZ DIY ASUS Q-ConnectorASUS CrashFree BIOS ASUS Crystal SoundPrecision Tweaker 1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking featuresASUS MyLogo3 AI BoosterHardware2 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 PCIEX161 2.2.3 Motherboard layout24.5cm 9.6in IntelPage 2.2.4 Layout contentsRear panel connectors SlotsATX 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 push the load lever B until it If installing a dual-core CPUto the CHAFAN1 connector to ensure system stability Close the load plate A, thenTo 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 memorySockets 2.4.2 Memory configurationsMode Single-Channel 64-bitHYMP564U64CP8-S5 DIMM supportKLED48F-A8KI5-EPA KHX6400D2LLK2/1GNChapter 2 Hardware information 2-16M2OAD5G3H3166I1C52 SS - Single-sided / DS - Double-sided DIMM supportHYS72T128020HU-3S-B HYS64T128020HU-3S-B1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing 2.4.3 Installing a DIMMTo install a DIMM 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM2.5.2 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 P5K/EPU Floppy disk drive connector 2.7.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector 34-1 pin FLOPPY 2. IDE connector 40-1 pin PRIE IDEright angle side P5K/EPU SATA connectorsP5K/EPU IEEE 1394a connector 4. USB connectors 10-1 pin USB 78, USB 9 10, USB 115. IEEE 1394a port connector 10-1 pin IE13942 P5K/EPU USB 2.0 connectors4-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin CHAFAN1-2, 3-pin PWRFAN 6. CPU, chassis and power fan connectorsP5K/EPU Fan connectors P5K/EPU ATX power connectors 7. Chassis intrusion connector 4-1 pin CHASSIS8. ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V P5K/EPU Chassis intrusion connectorP5K/EPU Analog front panel connector 9. Front panel audio connector 10-1 pin AAFPP5K/EPU Digital audio connector 10. Optical drive audio connector 4-pin CD11. Digital audio connector 4-1 pin SPDIFOUT, for ASUS HDMI VGA card P5K/EPU Internal audio connectorReset button 2-pin RESET 12. 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 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 Setup menus. Detailed descriptions BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS4-26 Chapter summary4-11 4-164.1.1 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 Power 4.2.1 BIOS menu screenFor changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings4.2.7 Pop-up window 4.2.6 Configuration fields4.2.4 Menu items 4.2.5 Sub-menu items4.3.3 Floppy Diskette A 1.44M, 3.5 in 4.3 Main menu4.3.1 System Time 4.3.2 System Date Day xx/xx/xxxxType Auto LBA/Large Mode AutoPIO Mode Auto 4.3.4 SATASATA Configuration Enhanced 4.3.5 SATA ConfigurationDMA Mode Auto 32Bit Data Transfer EnabledConfiguration options Enabled Disabled System Memory AMIBIOS4.3.6 System Information ProcessorLoads the optimal settings for the system 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration4.4 Advanced menu Ai Overclocking AutoPCIE Frequency Auto CPU Ratio Control AutoFSB Strap to North Bridge Auto FSB FrequencyRAS# to CAS# Delay 5 DRAM Clocks DRAM Command Rate AutoDRAM Timing Control Auto DRAM Static Read Control AutoFSB 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 2.0 Controller Mode HiSpeed 4.4.2 USB ConfigurationUSB Functions Enabled USB 2.0 Controller Enabled4-22 Legacy USB Support AutoConfiguration options Disabled Enabled Auto Chapter 4 BIOS setupVanderpool Technology Enabled 4.4.3 CPU ConfigurationC1E Support Enabled CPU TM Function Enabled4.4.4 Chipset Max CPUID Value Limit DisabledIntelR SpeedStep TM Tech. Disabled North Bridge Chipset ConfigurationMarvell IDE Controller Enabled 4.4.5 OnBoard Devices ConfigurationHigh Definition Audio Enabled Onboard 1394 Controller EnabledSerial Port1 Address 3F8/IRQ4 4.4.6 PCIPnPPlug And Play O/S NO 4.5.3 ACPI Version Disabled 4.5 Power menu4.5.1 Suspend Mode Auto 4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume DisabledPower On By External Modems Disabled 4.5.5 APM ConfigurationRestore On AC Power Loss Power Off Power On By RTC Alarm DisabledCPU / Power Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/A Power On By PS/2 Keyboard DisabledPower On By PS/2 Mouse Disabled CPU Temperature xxxºC/xxxºF MB Temperature xxxºC/xxxºFChassis Fan 1/2 Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/A Chassis Q-Fan Control DisabledChassis Target Temperature 37C CPU Fan Profile Optimal4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 4.6 Boot menu1st ~ xxth Boot Device xxx Drive AddOn ROM Display Mode Force BIOS 4.6.2 Boot Settings ConfigurationQuick Boot Enabled Full Screen Logo Enabled4.6.3 Security Change Supervisor PasswordPassword Check Setup User Access Level Full AccessChange User Password Clear User PasswordPower 4.7 Tools menu4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash BIOS SETUP UTILITYBIOS SETUP UTILITY Marvell POST Check LAN Cable Disabled4.7.2 ASUS Ai Net Chapter 4 BIOS setupExit & Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults4.8 Exit menu Exit & Save Changes4-38 Chapter 4 BIOS setupSoftware5 support Chapter summary 5-305-41 RAID configurations5.2 Support DVD information 5.1 Installing an operating system5.2.1 Running the support DVD Realtek Audio Driver ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation WizardIntel Chipset Inf Update Program 5.2.2 Drivers menu5.2.3 Utilities menu ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for UtilitiesMarvell Yukon VCT Application ASUS AI Suite ASUS UpdateCyberLink PowerBackup ASUS PC Probe5.2.6 ASUS Contact information 5.2.5 Manual menuChapter 5 Software support 5.2.7 Other informationMotherboard Info Browse this DVDP5K/EPU Technical support FormFilelist Displays the contents of the support DVD in text format5.3.1 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 TesterLaunching PC Probe Installing PC ProbeUsing PC Probe 5.3.3 ASUS PC ProbePreferences Moving the monitor panels Hardware monitor panelsAdjusting the sensor threshold value Changing the monitor panels positionDMI browser WMI browserMonitoring sensor alert CPU usage PCI browserUsage space, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browserConfiguring PC Probe Launching AI Suite Installing AI SuiteUsing AI Suite 5.3.4 ASUS AI SuiteDisplays the FSB/CPU frequency Other feature buttonsClick on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window5.3.5 ASUS EPU Utility-AI Gear 3+ Displays the electricity saved since the time was reset Energy Saving StatusClick to switch to Click to reset t h e t i m e t h e calculator starts5.3.6 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 is listed. Click Open to open its username and password. Click OKTo connect to another computer 3. The name of the computer foundChapter 5 Software support 5-26ATI’s Multi-Video Processing technology This chapter tells how to install ATIATI CrossFire6 technology support CrossFire graphics cards to avail ofASUS P5K/EPU Chapter summaryOverview 6.1.2 Before you begin Uninstall other graphics card drivers in your system6.1 Overview 6.1.1 RequirementsTo 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 Catalyst Control Center 6.3.2 Using the Catalyst Control CenterLaunching the Catalyst Control Center On the Windows task bar, click Start ATI Catalyst Control CenterView The Catalyst Control Center Dialog BoxThe Catalyst Control Center provides two views Standard - simple view with wizards for beginnersTo enable CrossFire 1. Set the view to Advance Preferences ProfilesHelp Chapter 6 ATI MVP technology support 6-12CPU features Intel EM64T Chapter summaryA.2.1 System requirements Using the Intel EM64T featureA.1 Intel EM64T A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EISTA.2.2 Using the EIST A.3 Intel Hyper-Threading Technology Using the Hyper-Threading TechnologyAppendix CPU features