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Asus P5K/EPU manual The Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box, View, ATI MVP technology support

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The Catalyst™ Control Center Dialog Box

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The Catalyst™ Control Center provides two views:

Standard - simple view with wizards for beginners

Advance - allows advanced users to access and configure the complete features of the software

Set to Advance view to enable the CrossFire™ function.

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Motherboard P5K/EPUE3691 Second Edition February Copyright 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights ReservedContents Chapter1 Product introductionChapter2 Hardware information viiiContents Chapter3 Powering upChapter4 BIOS setup Chapter5 Software support ContentsPower menu Boot menuAppendix CPU features Chapter6 ATI CrossFire technology supportA.2.1 A.2.2Canadian Department of Communications Statement NoticesFederal Communications Commission Statement Operation safety Safety informationElectrical safety Where to find more information Chapter 3 Powering upChapter 4 BIOS setup Appendix CPU featuresConventions used in this guide TypographyCommand ItalicsP5K/EPU specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Storage LAN AudioP5K/EPU specifications summary ASUS Stylish FeaturesASUS Power Saving Solution IEEEManageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor P5K/EPU specifications summaryBack Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Page Product1 introduction it supportsChapter summary ASUS P5K/EPU1.2 Package contents 1.1 Welcome1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlightsIntel LGA775 Core 2 Processor Ready Intel Core2 Duo/ Intel Core2 Extreme CPU supportGigabit LAN solution IEEE 1394a supportS/PDIF digital sound ready High Definition Audio1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionASUS 3rd Generation 8-Phase Power Design ASUS EPUASUS Q-Connector ASUS CrashFree BIOSASUS Crystal Sound ASUS EZ DIY1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking features ASUS MyLogo3AI Booster Precision TweakerHardware2 information Chapter summary ASUS P5K/EPUP5K/EPU Onboard LED 2.1 Before you proceedOnboard LED 2.2.2 Screw holes 2.2.1 Placement direction2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm 9.6inIntel PCIEX1612.2.4 Layout contents Rear panel connectorsSlots PagePage Internal connectorsATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V 2.3 Central Processing Unit CPU P5K/EPU CPU Socket 2.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard If installing a dual-core CPU to the CHAFAN1 connector to ensure system stabilityClose the load plate A, then push the load lever B until it2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan To install the CPU heatsink and fanheatsink and fan assembly in place P5K/EPU CPU fan connectorthe motherboard 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanthe heatsink and fan assembly from Chapter 2 Hardware information Narrow end of the groove2-12 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview2.4.2 Memory configurations Mode Single-Channel64-bit SocketsDIMM support KLED48F-A8KI5-EPAKHX6400D2LLK2/1GN HYMP564U64CP8-S52-16 Chapter 2 Hardware informationSS - Single-sided / DS - Double-sided DIMM support HYS72T128020HU-3S-BHYS64T128020HU-3S-B M2OAD5G3H3166I1C522.4.3 Installing a DIMM To install a DIMM2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing2.5 Expansion slots 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card Priority Standard function 2.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsIRQ assignments for this motherboard 2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots 2.5.4 PCI slots2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots Options for Universal PCI Express operating speed PCI Express slot Universal PCI Express slot max. x4 modePrimary PCI Express x16 slot 2.6 Jumper 1. Clear RTC RAM CLRTCLAN port LED indications 2.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectors Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration 2.7.2 Internal connectors 1. Floppy disk drive connector 34-1 pin FLOPPY2. IDE connector 40-1 pin PRIE IDE P5K/EPU Floppy disk drive connectorP5K/EPU SATA connectors right angle side4. USB connectors 10-1 pin USB 78, USB 9 10, USB 11 5. IEEE 1394a port connector 10-1 pin IE13942P5K/EPU USB 2.0 connectors P5K/EPU IEEE 1394a connectorP5K/EPU Fan connectors 6. CPU, chassis and power fan connectors4-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin CHAFAN1-2, 3-pin PWRFAN 7. Chassis intrusion connector 4-1 pin CHASSIS 8. ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12VP5K/EPU Chassis intrusion connector P5K/EPU ATX power connectors9. Front panel audio connector 10-1 pin AAFP P5K/EPU Analog front panel connector10. Optical drive audio connector 4-pin CD 11. Digital audio connector 4-1 pin SPDIFOUT, for ASUS HDMI VGA cardP5K/EPU Internal audio connector P5K/EPU Digital audio connector12. System panel connector 20-8 pin PANEL System power LED 2-pin PLEDATX power button/soft-off button 2-pin PWRSW Reset button 2-pin RESETASUS Q-Connector system panel Powering up and ways of shutting down the systemChapter summary ASUS P5K/EPU3.1 Starting up for the first time 3.2 Turning off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch BIOS setup This chapter tells how to changethe system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptionsChapter summary 4-114-16 4-26Installing ASUS Update 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS4.1.1 ASUS Update utility Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the InternetUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS file Follow the screen instructions to4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility Copying the current BIOSUpdating the BIOS file 4. The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS Recovering the BIOS from the USB flash disk 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityRecovering the BIOS from the support DVD 4.2 BIOS setup program 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen For changing the basic system configurationFor changing the advanced system settings Power4.2.6 Configuration fields 4.2.4 Menu items4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4.2.7 Pop-up window4.3 Main menu 4.3.1 System Time4.3.2 System Date Day xx/xx/xxxx 4.3.3 Floppy Diskette A 1.44M, 3.5 inLBA/Large Mode Auto PIO Mode Auto4.3.4 SATA Type Auto4.3.5 SATA Configuration DMA Mode Auto32Bit Data Transfer Enabled SATA Configuration EnhancedConfiguration options Enabled Disabled AMIBIOS 4.3.6 System InformationProcessor System Memory4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 4.4 Advanced menuAi Overclocking Auto Loads the optimal settings for the systemCPU Ratio Control Auto FSB Strap to North Bridge AutoFSB Frequency PCIE Frequency AutoDRAM Command Rate Auto DRAM Timing Control AutoDRAM Static Read Control Auto RAS# to CAS# Delay 5 DRAM ClocksTransaction Booster Auto CPU Voltage AutoCPU PLL Voltage Auto FSB Termination Voltage AutoClock Over-Charging Mode Auto South Bridge Voltage AutoLoad-Line Calibration Auto CPU Voltage Reference Auto4.4.2 USB Configuration USB Functions EnabledUSB 2.0 Controller Enabled USB 2.0 Controller Mode HiSpeedLegacy USB Support Auto Configuration options Disabled Enabled AutoChapter 4 BIOS setup 4-224.4.3 CPU Configuration C1E Support EnabledCPU TM Function Enabled Vanderpool Technology EnabledMax CPUID Value Limit Disabled IntelR SpeedStep TM Tech. DisabledNorth Bridge Chipset Configuration 4.4.4 Chipset4.4.5 OnBoard Devices Configuration High Definition Audio EnabledOnboard 1394 Controller Enabled Marvell IDE Controller EnabledPlug And Play O/S NO 4.4.6 PCIPnPSerial Port1 Address 3F8/IRQ4 4.5 Power menu 4.5.1 Suspend Mode Auto4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume Disabled 4.5.3 ACPI Version Disabled4.5.5 APM Configuration Restore On AC Power Loss Power OffPower On By RTC Alarm Disabled Power On By External Modems DisabledPower On By PS/2 Keyboard Disabled Power On By PS/2 Mouse DisabledCPU Temperature xxxºC/xxxºF MB Temperature xxxºC/xxxºF CPU / Power Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/AChassis Q-Fan Control Disabled Chassis Target Temperature 37CCPU Fan Profile Optimal Chassis Fan 1/2 Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/A1st ~ xxth Boot Device xxx Drive 4.6 Boot menu4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot EnabledFull Screen Logo Enabled AddOn ROM Display Mode Force BIOSChange Supervisor Password 4.6.3 SecurityUser Access Level Full Access Change User PasswordClear User Password Password Check Setup4.7 Tools menu 4.7.1 ASUS EZ FlashBIOS SETUP UTILITY PowerMarvell POST Check LAN Cable Disabled 4.7.2 ASUS Ai NetChapter 4 BIOS setup BIOS SETUP UTILITYLoad Setup Defaults 4.8 Exit menuExit & Save Changes Exit & Discard ChangesChapter 4 BIOS setup 4-38Software5 support 5-30 5-41RAID configurations Chapter summary5.2.1 Running the support DVD 5.1 Installing an operating system5.2 Support DVD information ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard Intel Chipset Inf Update Program5.2.2 Drivers menu Realtek Audio DriverMarvell Yukon VCT Application ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities5.2.3 Utilities menu ASUS Update CyberLink PowerBackupASUS PC Probe ASUS AI Suite5.2.5 Manual menu 5.2.6 ASUS Contact information5.2.7 Other information Motherboard InfoBrowse this DVD Chapter 5 Software supportTechnical support Form FilelistDisplays the contents of the support DVD in text format P5K/EPU5.3 Software information 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo37. When the logo images appear on the right window pane, select an image to enlarge by clicking on it Using the Virtual Cable Tester 5.3.2 AI NET2Installing PC Probe Using PC Probe5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe Launching PC ProbePreferences Hardware monitor panels Adjusting the sensor threshold valueChanging the monitor panels position Moving the monitor panelsMonitoring sensor alert WMI browserDMI browser PCI browser Usagespace, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browser CPU usageConfiguring PC Probe Installing AI Suite Using AI Suite5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite Launching AI SuiteOther feature buttons Clickon right corner of the main window to open the monitor window Displays the FSB/CPU frequency5.3.5 ASUS EPU Utility-AI Gear 3+ Energy Saving Status Click to switch toClick 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 folder Disable incoming folder Using AI Direct Link5.3.9 ASUS AI Direct Link username and password. Click OK To connect to another computer3. The name of the computer found is listed. Click Open to open its5-26 Chapter 5 Software supportThis chapter tells how to install ATI ATI CrossFire6 technology supportCrossFire graphics cards to avail of ATI’s Multi-Video Processing technologyOverview Chapter summaryASUS P5K/EPU Uninstall other graphics card drivers in your system 6.1 Overview6.1.1 Requirements 6.1.2 Before you begin6.2 Installing CrossFire graphics cards To install the graphics cardsASUS P5K/EPU Chapter 6 ATI MVP technology support 5. Connect one end of the external cable to the Master graphics card7. Connect the loose end to the corresponding port on your monitor 6.3 Software information 6.3.1 Installing the device driversCancel 8. Click Finish 6.3.2 Using the Catalyst Control Center Launching the Catalyst Control CenterOn the Windows task bar, click Start ATI Catalyst Control Center Catalyst Control CenterThe Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box The Catalyst Control Center provides two viewsStandard - simple view with wizards for beginners ViewTo enable CrossFire 1. Set the view to Advance Profiles PreferencesHelp 6-12 Chapter 6 ATI MVP technology supportCPU features Chapter summary Intel EM64TUsing the Intel EM64T feature A.1 Intel EM64TA.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST A.2.1 System requirementsA.2.2 Using the EIST Using the Hyper-Threading Technology A.3 Intel Hyper-Threading TechnologyAppendix CPU features