Motherboard
P5K/EPU
E3691 Second Edition February
Copyright 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved
Chapter2 Hardware information
Contents
Chapter1 Product introduction
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Contents
Chapter3 Powering up
Chapter4 BIOS setup
Power menu
Chapter5 Software support
Contents
Boot menu
A.2.1
Appendix CPU features
Chapter6 ATI CrossFire technology support
A.2.2
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Operation safety
Safety information
Electrical safety
Chapter 4 BIOS setup
Where to find more information
Chapter 3 Powering up
Appendix CPU features
Command
Conventions used in this guide
Typography
Italics
P5K/EPU specifications summary
CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Storage LAN Audio
ASUS Power Saving Solution
P5K/EPU specifications summary
ASUS Stylish Features
IEEE
Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor
P5K/EPU specifications summary
Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features
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Product1 introduction
it supports
Chapter summary
ASUS P5K/EPU
1.2 Package contents
1.1 Welcome
Intel LGA775 Core 2 Processor Ready
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
Intel Core2 Duo/ Intel Core2 Extreme CPU support
S/PDIF digital sound ready
Gigabit LAN solution
IEEE 1394a support
High Definition Audio
ASUS 3rd Generation 8-Phase Power Design
1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
ASUS EPU
ASUS Crystal Sound
ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS CrashFree BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
AI Booster
1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking features
ASUS MyLogo3
Precision Tweaker
Hardware2 information
Chapter summary
ASUS P5K/EPU
P5K/EPU Onboard LED
2.1 Before you proceed
Onboard LED
2.2.2 Screw holes
2.2.1 Placement direction
2.2 Motherboard overview
Intel
2.2.3 Motherboard layout
24.5cm 9.6in
PCIEX161
Slots
2.2.4 Layout contents
Rear panel connectors
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Internal connectors
ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V
2.3 Central Processing Unit CPU
P5K/EPU CPU Socket
2.3.1 Installing the CPU
To install a CPU 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard
Close the load plate A, then
If installing a dual-core CPU
to the CHAFAN1 connector to ensure system stability
push the load lever B until it
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
To install the CPU heatsink and fan
heatsink and fan assembly in place
P5K/EPU CPU fan connector
the motherboard
2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
the heatsink and fan assembly from
Chapter 2 Hardware information
Narrow end of the groove
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2.4 System memory
2.4.1 Overview
64-bit
2.4.2 Memory configurations
Mode Single-Channel
Sockets
KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN
DIMM support
KLED48F-A8KI5-EPA
HYMP564U64CP8-S5
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Chapter 2 Hardware information
HYS64T128020HU-3S-B
SS - Single-sided / DS - Double-sided DIMM support
HYS72T128020HU-3S-B
M2OAD5G3H3166I1C52
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM
To install a DIMM
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing
2.5 Expansion slots
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card
2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card
Priority Standard function
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots
2.5.4 PCI slots
2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots
Options for Universal PCI Express operating speed PCI Express slot
Universal PCI Express slot max. x4 mode
Primary PCI Express x16 slot
2.6 Jumper
1. Clear RTC RAM CLRTC
LAN port LED indications
2.7 Connectors
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration
2. IDE connector 40-1 pin PRIE IDE
2.7.2 Internal connectors
1. Floppy disk drive connector 34-1 pin FLOPPY
P5K/EPU Floppy disk drive connector
P5K/EPU SATA connectors
right angle side
P5K/EPU USB 2.0 connectors
4. USB connectors 10-1 pin USB 78, USB 9 10, USB 11
5. IEEE 1394a port connector 10-1 pin IE13942
P5K/EPU IEEE 1394a connector
P5K/EPU Fan connectors
6. CPU, chassis and power fan connectors
4-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin CHAFAN1-2, 3-pin PWRFAN
P5K/EPU Chassis intrusion connector
7. Chassis intrusion connector 4-1 pin CHASSIS
8. ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V
P5K/EPU ATX power connectors
9. Front panel audio connector 10-1 pin AAFP
P5K/EPU Analog front panel connector
P5K/EPU Internal audio connector
10. Optical drive audio connector 4-pin CD
11. Digital audio connector 4-1 pin SPDIFOUT, for ASUS HDMI VGA card
P5K/EPU Digital audio connector
ATX power button/soft-off button 2-pin PWRSW
12. System panel connector 20-8 pin PANEL
System power LED 2-pin PLED
Reset button 2-pin RESET
ASUS Q-Connector system panel
Powering up
and ways of shutting down the system
Chapter summary
ASUS P5K/EPU
3.1 Starting up for the first time
3.2 Turning off the computer
3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function
3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch
the system settings through the BIOS
BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions
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Chapter summary
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Installing ASUS Update
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
4.1.1 ASUS Update utility
Updating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file
Follow the screen instructions to
4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility
4.1.3 AFUDOS utility
Copying the current BIOS
Updating 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 utility
Recovering the BIOS from the support DVD
4.2 BIOS setup program
For changing the advanced system settings
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen
For changing the basic system configuration
Power
4.2.5 Sub-menu items
4.2.6 Configuration fields
4.2.4 Menu items
4.2.7 Pop-up window
4.3.2 System Date Day xx/xx/xxxx
4.3 Main menu
4.3.1 System Time
4.3.3 Floppy Diskette A 1.44M, 3.5 in
4.3.4 SATA
LBA/Large Mode Auto
PIO Mode Auto
Type Auto
32Bit Data Transfer Enabled
4.3.5 SATA Configuration
DMA Mode Auto
SATA Configuration Enhanced
Configuration options Enabled Disabled
Processor
AMIBIOS
4.3.6 System Information
System Memory
Ai Overclocking Auto
4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration
4.4 Advanced menu
Loads the optimal settings for the system
FSB Frequency
CPU Ratio Control Auto
FSB Strap to North Bridge Auto
PCIE Frequency Auto
DRAM Static Read Control Auto
DRAM Command Rate Auto
DRAM Timing Control Auto
RAS# to CAS# Delay 5 DRAM Clocks
CPU PLL Voltage Auto
Transaction Booster Auto
CPU Voltage Auto
FSB Termination Voltage Auto
Load-Line Calibration Auto
Clock Over-Charging Mode Auto
South Bridge Voltage Auto
CPU Voltage Reference Auto
USB 2.0 Controller Enabled
4.4.2 USB Configuration
USB Functions Enabled
USB 2.0 Controller Mode HiSpeed
Chapter 4 BIOS setup
Legacy USB Support Auto
Configuration options Disabled Enabled Auto
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CPU TM Function Enabled
4.4.3 CPU Configuration
C1E Support Enabled
Vanderpool Technology Enabled
North Bridge Chipset Configuration
Max CPUID Value Limit Disabled
IntelR SpeedStep TM Tech. Disabled
4.4.4 Chipset
Onboard 1394 Controller Enabled
4.4.5 OnBoard Devices Configuration
High Definition Audio Enabled
Marvell IDE Controller Enabled
Plug And Play O/S NO
4.4.6 PCIPnP
Serial Port1 Address 3F8/IRQ4
4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume Disabled
4.5 Power menu
4.5.1 Suspend Mode Auto
4.5.3 ACPI Version Disabled
Power On By RTC Alarm Disabled
4.5.5 APM Configuration
Restore On AC Power Loss Power Off
Power On By External Modems Disabled
CPU Temperature xxxºC/xxxºF MB Temperature xxxºC/xxxºF
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Disabled
Power On By PS/2 Mouse Disabled
CPU / Power Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/A
CPU Fan Profile Optimal
Chassis Q-Fan Control Disabled
Chassis Target Temperature 37C
Chassis Fan 1/2 Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored / N/A
1st ~ xxth Boot Device xxx Drive
4.6 Boot menu
4.6.1 Boot Device Priority
Full Screen Logo Enabled
4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration
Quick Boot Enabled
AddOn ROM Display Mode Force BIOS
Change Supervisor Password
4.6.3 Security
Clear User Password
User Access Level Full Access
Change User Password
Password Check Setup
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
4.7 Tools menu
4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash
Power
Chapter 4 BIOS setup
Marvell POST Check LAN Cable Disabled
4.7.2 ASUS Ai Net
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Exit & Save Changes
Load Setup Defaults
4.8 Exit menu
Exit & Discard Changes
Chapter 4 BIOS setup
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Software5 support
RAID configurations
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Chapter summary
5.2.1 Running the support DVD
5.1 Installing an operating system
5.2 Support DVD information
5.2.2 Drivers menu
ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard
Intel Chipset Inf Update Program
Realtek Audio Driver
Marvell Yukon VCT Application
ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities
5.2.3 Utilities menu
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS Update
CyberLink PowerBackup
ASUS AI Suite
5.2.5 Manual menu
5.2.6 ASUS Contact information
Browse this DVD
5.2.7 Other information
Motherboard Info
Chapter 5 Software support
Displays the contents of the support DVD in text format
Technical support Form
Filelist
P5K/EPU
5.3 Software information
5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3
7. 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 NET2
5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe
Installing PC Probe
Using PC Probe
Launching PC Probe
Preferences
Changing the monitor panels position
Hardware monitor panels
Adjusting the sensor threshold value
Moving the monitor panels
Monitoring sensor alert
WMI browser
DMI browser
space, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browser
PCI browser
Usage
CPU usage
Configuring PC Probe
5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite
Installing AI Suite
Using AI Suite
Launching AI Suite
on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window
Other feature buttons
Click
Displays the FSB/CPU frequency
5.3.5 ASUS EPU Utility-AI Gear 3+
Click to reset t h e t i m e t h e calculator starts
Energy Saving Status
Click to switch to
Displays the electricity saved since the time was reset
5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap
5.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan
5.3.8 ASUS AI Booster
folder Disable incoming folder
Using AI Direct Link
5.3.9 ASUS AI Direct Link
3. The name of the computer found
username and password. Click OK
To connect to another computer
is listed. Click Open to open its
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Chapter 5 Software support
CrossFire graphics cards to avail of
This chapter tells how to install ATI
ATI CrossFire6 technology support
ATI’s Multi-Video Processing technology
Overview
Chapter summary
ASUS P5K/EPU
6.1.1 Requirements
Uninstall other graphics card drivers in your system
6.1 Overview
6.1.2 Before you begin
6.2 Installing CrossFire graphics cards
To install the graphics cards
ASUS P5K/EPU
Chapter 6 ATI MVP technology support
5. Connect one end of the external cable to the Master graphics card
7. Connect the loose end to the corresponding port on your monitor
6.3 Software information
6.3.1 Installing the device drivers
Cancel
8. Click Finish
On the Windows task bar, click Start ATI Catalyst Control Center
6.3.2 Using the Catalyst Control Center
Launching the Catalyst Control Center
Catalyst Control Center
Standard - simple view with wizards for beginners
The Catalyst Control Center Dialog Box
The Catalyst Control Center provides two views
View
To enable CrossFire 1. Set the view to Advance
Profiles
Preferences
Help
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Chapter 6 ATI MVP technology support
CPU features
Chapter summary
Intel EM64T
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST
Using the Intel EM64T feature
A.1 Intel EM64T
A.2.1 System requirements
A.2.2 Using the EIST
Using the Hyper-Threading Technology
A.3 Intel Hyper-Threading Technology
Appendix CPU features
