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1. RR oO L oN oN lt S ma CE 4 m gt gt 22 22 g aa aa f B j g C ri SSS i O H LZ co ASUS a 5 SO E Saas SSS S I mme am BB CII I P5Q PRO 240 pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM A1 and DIMM A2 Channel B DIMM B1 and DIMM B2 2 10 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 4 2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB and 4GB unbuffered non ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets NN ASUS P5Q PRO You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B The system maps the total size of the lower sized channel for the dual channel configuration Any excess memory from the higher sized channel is then mapped for single channel operation It recommended that to install the memory module from yellow slots for better overclocking capability Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum compatibility it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor If you install four 1 GB memory modules the system may only recognize less than 3GB because the address space is reserved for other critical functions This limitation appears on Windows
2. ASUS P5Q PRO Left Audio Channel Right Audio Channel E 2 31 10 Chassis intrusion connector 4 1 pin CHASSIS This connector is for a chassis mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event By default the pin labeled Chassis Signal and Ground are shorted with a jumper cap Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature ET P5Q P eins fare s ejas aal hassis Signal Q Z 1 o 5VSB_MB c G H i Q 1 fleas OG e P5Q PRO Chassis intrusion connector 11 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port s oRRSRRARABRAR L1 SPDIFOUT GND g
3. on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1 Oc P5Q PRO Floppy disk drive connector ASUS P5Q PRO 2 25 2 IDE connector 40 1 pin PRI EIDE The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133 100 66 signal cable There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133 100 66 signal cable blue black and gray Connect the blue connector to the motherboard s IDE connector then select one of the following modes to configure your device PRI EIDE NOTE Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1 P5Q PRO E E o r1 ASUS E H an O g PIN1 O am eee de am HE I I P5Q PRO EIDE connector Mode of device s Single device Cable Select or Master Black Master Black Slave Gray Master Master Slave Slave Drive jumper setting Cable connector Cable Select Two devices Black or gray fF Pin200n the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the A Ultra DMA cable connector This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable Use the 80 conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133 100 66 IDE devices LN If any
4. 8 CPU chassis and power fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 3 pin CHA FAN1 2 3 pin PWR FAN The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA 2000 mA 24 W max or a total of 1 A 6 A 72 W max at 12V Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector Q Q CPU FAN Q PWR FAN CHA FAN1 IE x EN 12V 12V Rotation Rotation mel ARC CHA FAN2 P5Q PRO Fan connectors 233 DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air Cai flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors feature If you install two or more Only the CPU FAN and CHA FAN 1 3 connectors support the ASUS Q Fan VGA cards we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA FAN1 CHA FAN2 or CHA FAN3 for better thermal environment Optical drive audio connector 4 pin CD This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD ROM TV tuner or MPEG card mn EI n dEEEEEREEHERE
5. O T nr ad oS c re misi 3 gre 3 ao onma nma onma DUZO nNNNZO NNNZO 555062 33533530Z 5550Zz Asus Ely usana EEEE Jussoro 2325 users 3315 Q o PIN 1 T PIN 1 T PIN 1 T gt 0 gt gt a gt a O un SS oO UZ DELZ OAZ SSS m n 0 QD gl 10 m gl 10 a l omm o A m ooo I 52m 590 520 mond m HB 239 25 is P5Q PRO USB2 0 connectors n Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the Ca motherboard aN If your chassis suppots front panel USB ports you can attach a front panel USB cable to these connectors Connect the USB cable to ASUS Q Connector USB blue first and then install the Q Connector USB to the USB connector onboard fF This module should be purchased seperately 6 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 This connector is for a serial COM port Connect the serial port module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis E BB g Oo COM1 mes EH BH gH gm m m PIN 1 3 I i E P5Q DELUXE Er n Un E Q al NANN LZ EB Ego mme P5Q D
6. 2 38 2 9 2 Using the dual function power switch 2 38 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 Managing and updating your BIOS 3 1 3 1 1 ASUS Update utility ssssse 3 1 3 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3 4 313 XPUDOS utility uansett 3 5 3 1 4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3 7 BIOS setup program uLavsadamese desmesmsnmnenete 3 8 3 2 1 BIOS menu SCreen s mmserrssrrsvrrsvernvvrrnvrrsnvrrnvrrsnvernnennnn 3 9 3 2 2 MEN 3 9 3 23 Navigation Keys rs rrensvrranvvernnvrvrneresnvvnrnserersenerserrrnsereenn 3 9 3 2 4 Vic E 3 10 3 25 SUDMENU NEMS ananas ety erreur Rede eaaeutn 3 10 326 Configuration fields u us uqssmvrsmuigesneresusumdv 3 10 3 2 7 Pop up WINGOW E Un 3 10 328 SADA EN medb iim eee 3 10 3 29 General help rrrrnrnrnnrvernnrvnrnvvrnnvvrrnnvnrrnnverrnvrrenvnrsnnnenn 3 10 Main MENU ec 3 11 3 3 1 System Time XX XX XX seeeeeeeenes 3 11 3 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx sess 3 11 3 3 3 Legacy Diskette A 1 44M 3 5 in 3 11 3 3 4 Language English see 3 11 S39 DAA EEE 3 12 3 9 6 Storage Configuration rrarvnonvennnvrvrverervarrerenrersnrennr 3 13 3 3 7 AHCI Configuration eeeeen
7. 3 6 5 APM Configuration APM Configuration lt Enter gt to select Ss whether or not to restart the system after AC power loss Restore on AC Power Loss Power Off Power RTC Alarm Disabled Power External Modems Disabled Power PCI Devices Disabled Power PCIE Devices Disabled Power PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Power PS 2 Mouse Disabled Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc Restore On AC Power Loss Power Off When set to Power Off the system goes into off state after an AC power loss When set to Power On the system goes on after an AC power loss When set to Last State the system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state was before the AC power loss Configuration options Power Off Power On Last State Power On By RTC Alarm Disabled Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event When this item is set to Enabled the items RTC Alarm Date RTC Alarm Hour RTC Alarm Minute RTC Alarm Second will become user configurable with set values Configuration options Disabled Enabled Power On By External Modems Disabled This allows either settings of Enabled or Disabled for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft off mode Configuration options Disabled Enabled The comput
8. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format PDF Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file Ss ASUS PSQ PRO motherboard support CD for Window XP Home Professional o Manual Please select tums on the right side 4 2 6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide LETE nsus PRS PRO Sima sucoot CD fo Windows SF Home Profecsiona X a e Malos Du Manus Contact 4 6 Chapter 4 Software support 4 2 7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD Click an icon to display the specified information Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard 0 matherbasnd sunnaet CD fee Wirinuwes XP H Less Malco Disk Maran Drivers Please select items on the right side Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format ASUS P5Q PRO 4 7 4 8 Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support ECTS TT Notepad Pie Cat Format Vies feb ASUSTEK TECHNICAL SUPPORT BEQUEST FORM BIOS 40LAD SIZELKD SIZED SIZE nd SIZE MDS size ne Fileli
9. 2 5 2 3 1 Installing the CPU emserrsvernrrrrvrersverrnrersrerrnrersreersreerner 2 5 2 3 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 2 8 2 3 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 2 9 2 4 System melnOEV scssouccuscci indue n uic E SUR RU Gael 2 10 2 4 1 SI M 2 10 2 4 2 Memory configurations errereen 2 11 2 4 3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM sssr 2 16 2 4 4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM rsrrnenvnnnerrnennvrnrsvrnnrvrneenvrens 2 16 2 5 EXPANSION SIOUS te 2 17 2 5 1 Installing an expansion card sssssse 2 17 2 5 2 Configuring an expansion card ssss 2 17 2 5 3 Interrupt assignments eere 2 18 PDA Pl 2 19 255 PFU Express X1 60 cuseicocieaeet dp ise aped eer ott 2 19 2 5 6 PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot sssssss 2 19 2 6 JUMP M 2 20 Contents 2 7 2 8 2 9 ro licite EE EE 2 23 2 7 1 Rear panel ConnectorS mmrrrmrravvvrrvvvrrrrrrrvrsrnnrerrrnsnnens 2 23 2 7 2 Internal connectors eeeeeeeenneeennnen 2 25 Starting up for the first time eese 2 37 Turning off the COmputer s rrrxnvruvnvrnnnnvnnnnvennnnvnnvnvnnnnnennnnennnnnnr 2 38 2 9 1 Using the OS shut down function
10. Security Settings lt Enter gt to change password lt Enter gt again to disabled password Derwvisor Us e r Password Change Supervisor Password User Access Level Full Access Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check Setup User Access Level Full Access This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items Configuration options No Access View Only Limited Full Access No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field Limited allows changes only to selected fields such as Date and Time Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility Change User Password Select this item to set or change the user password The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a User Password 1 Select the Change User Password item and press Enter 2 On the password box that appears type a password composed of at least six letters and or numbers then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted The message Password Installed appears after you set your password successfully To change the user password follow the same steps as in setting a user password Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password Password Check Setup When set to Setup BI
11. Disabled N A Select Screen Select Item Change Field General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc CPU Voltage Voltage Voltage Voltage 1 304V 3 248v 5 112v 11 984V CPU Temperature Doo C xxx F MB Temperature xxx C xxx F The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures CPU Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A CPU Q Fan Control Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q fan control feature Configuration options Disabled Enabled L4 The following item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control item ASUS P5Q PRO 3 33 CPU Fan Profile Standard Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS Q Fan When set to Standard the CPU fan automatically adjusts depending on the CPU temperature Set this item to Silent to minimize fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation or Turbo to achieve maximum CPU fan speed Configuration options Standard Silent Turbo Chassis Fan 1 2 Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the chassis fan spe
12. ELTE Q cc A Q LO a E3929 Second Edition V2 May 2008 Copyright 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME
13. aN The VCT utility only tests Ethernet cables connected to Gigabit LAN port s The Run button on the Virtual Cable Tester main window is disabled if no problem is detected on the LAN cable s connected to the LAN port s If you want the system to check the status of the LAN cable before entering the OS enable the item Post Check LAN Cable in the BIOS Setup ASUS P5Q PRO 4 11 4 12 4 3 3 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe Il is a utility that monitors the computer s vital components and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components PC Probe II senses fan rotations CPU temperature and system voltages among others Because PC Probe Il is software based you can start monitoring your computer the moment you turn it on With this utility you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition Installing PC Probe Il To install PC Probe II on your computer 1 Place the support DVD to the optical drive The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature If Autorun is not enabled in your computer browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the setup exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder Double click the setup exe file to start installation 2 Click the Utilities tab then click ASUS PC Probe Il 3 Follow the screen instructions to complete installation Launching PC Probe II You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the
14. ASUS Noise Filter LSI3227 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports Max 12 USB2 0 1 1 ports 6 ports at mid board 6 ports at back panel continued on the next page Xi P5Q PRO specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS EPU 6 Engine ASUS 8 phase Power Design ASUS Al Nap ASUS Unique Features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Al Direct Llink ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design Heat pipe solution ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY ASUS Q Shield ASUS Drive Xpert ASUS Q Connector ASUS O C Profile ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Mieco ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Exclusive ASUS AI Booster utility Overclocking Features Precision Tweaker 2 vCore Adjustable CPU voltage at 6 25mV increment vDIMM 64 step DRAM voltage control vChipset N B 48 step chipset voltage control vFSB Termination 15 step reference voltage control vCPU PLL 64 step CPU PLL voltage control SFS Stepless Frequency Selection FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 800MHz at 1MHz increment PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 180MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall continued on the next page Xil P5Q PRO specifications summary Back Panel I O Ports Internal I O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support CD Contents Form Factor 1 x PS 2 Keyboard port 1 x PS 2 Mouse po
15. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment transit related Keep the cap after installing the motherboard ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization RMA requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal or misplacement loss incorrect removal of the PnP cap 2 3 1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU 1 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard fann og l 71 7 m cn III AE ooo Ld om HB P5Q PRO CPU socket 775 Before installing the CPU make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left ASUS P5Q PRO 2 5 2 6 2 Press the load lever with your thumb Retention tab A then move it to the left B until it is released from the retention tab AN To prevent damage to the socket pins do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU Load lever 3 Lift the load lever in the direc
16. Center Subwoofer Center Subwoofer Black Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Ou Rear Speaker Out Gray Side Speaker Out 10 USB 2 0 ports 1 and 2 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for connecting USB 2 0 devices 11 USB 2 0 ports 3 and 4 These 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for connecting USB 2 0 devices 12 Coaxial S PDIF Out port This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S PDIF cable 13 USB 2 0 ports 5 and 6 These 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for connecting USB 2 0 devices 14 PS 2 keyboard port purple This port is for a PS 2 keyboard 2 24 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 7 2 Internal connectors 1 Floppy disk drive connector 34 1 pin FLOPPY This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive FDD signal cable Insert one end of the cable to this connector then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive fF Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when lam using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5 c H a FLOPPY BREE EERE EEE EEE mus O E HEHE EERE E am E S PIN1 E SSS NOTE Orient the red markings
17. Current Value Threshold 7 ceu 43 UE 59 HE me 34 C g Og Loads the default threshold values for Cancels or Loads your saved each sensor ignores your configuration Applies your changes Saves your changes configuration ASUS P5Q PRO 4 17 4 3 4 ASUS AI Suite ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch Al Booster Al Nap and Fan Xpert utilities easily Installing Al Suite To install Al Suite on your computer 1 Place the support DVD to the optical drive The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature 2 Click the Utilities tab then click Al Suite 3 Follow the screen instructions to complete installation Launching AI Suite You can launch Al Suite right after installation or anytime from the Windows desktop To launch Al Suite from the Windows desktop click Start gt All Programs gt ASUS gt Al Suite gt Al Suite v1 xx xx The Al Suite main window appears After launching the application the Al Suite icon appears in the Windows taskbar Click this icon to close or restore the application Using Al Suite Click the Al Nap Al Booster or Fan Xpert icon to launch the utility or click the Normal icon to restore the system to normal state Press to restore to normal Press to launch Al Nap Press to launch Fan Xpert Press to launch Al Booster P 4 18 Chapter 4 Software support Other feature buttons Click id on right corner of the main window
18. Motherboard overview eene eene enne nnns 2 4 System MEN ON seven 2 10 Expansion IOB 2 16 pes 2 19 CONNeC ONS m 2 22 Starting up for the first time eese 2 36 Turning off the compulter eene 2 37 ASUS P5Q PRO 2 1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings n Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any a component Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object such as the power supply case before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component Before you install or remove any component ensurethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard peripherals and or components Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED The green LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON in sleep mode or in soft off mode This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before
19. removing or plugging in any motherboard component The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED P5Q PRO SB PWR gt C L mL Seas OFF Standy Power Powered Off mc am HB CE y P5Q PRO Onboard LED ASUS P5Q PRO 2 1 2 2 Motherboard overview 2 2 1 Motherboard layout EE N 8 A 9 0 gt N _ Er OXOLILIOTO Im sl OV CPU KBMS LIDULI PUTAN EATX12V oO EPU 2 USB56 9 n T N SPDIF O1 N F_USB34 0 LGA775 K P pr ER ex TITS s s amp ii i USBPW1 4 elle elle n i a EIE SIE t T W lele Slo NT NT 8 LAN1 USB12 A a A Q A ils ils la zjali M M m m ae z z 5 SV l i AUDIO alla alla nu aJo a kj 1 Bye RNA ls alla OVO las Intel H P45 va CHA FAN1 H PWR FAN LL PCIEX1 1 2 etl 5 Athe Marvell PCIEX16 1 get Super yo COM1 CH10R EpA Tr 71777 pa EEE 7 PCIEX16_2 BUE CHA FAN2 Q 9 2 tr Lithium Cell Silicon SB PWR CMOS Power Image iud agere SATAN SATA4 SATA2 10 CLRTC L Fwa227 E XL 9 an EL el il USBPW1112 SATA6 SATA3 SATA1 SATA E2
20. 1 Create RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears Intel R Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8 0 0 1027 ICHIOR WRAIDS Copyright C 2003 08 Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved CREATE VOLUME MENU Name RAID Level RAIDO Stripe Disks Select Disks Strip Size 128KB Capacity XXX GB Create Volume Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less t Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu Enter Select 2 Enter a name for the RAID 0 set and press Enter 3 When the RAID Level item is highlighted press the up down arrow key to select RAID O Stripe and then press Enter 4 When the Disks item is highlighted press Enter to select the hard disk drives to configure as RAID The following screen appears Port Drive Model Serial XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX o 1 II 2 ID Disk 3 XX XGB Non RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume 1 Previous Next SPACE SelectsDisk ENTER Done 5 Use the up down arrow key to highlight a drive and then press Space to select A small triangle marks the selected drive Press lt Enter gt after completing your selection 4 54 Chapter 4 Software support 6 Use the up down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array and then press lt Enter gt The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 128 KB The default stripe size is 12
21. 2 4 2 2 Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices VE 4 asus pan PRO maherbasrd sinon CD fer Windus XP Home Professisl X Dureess Virke barko Enh M anas Conte Drivers Please select items on the right side ASUS InstAll Installation Wizard for Anti Virus and Drivers Installs the anti virus utility and all of the drivers through the Installation Wizard Norton Internet Security 2008 Installs the Norton Internet Security 2008 anti virus utility Intel Chipset Inf Update Program Installs the Intel chipset Inf update program SoundMAX ADI Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX AD2000B audio driver and application Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver Installs the Marvell Yukon Gigabit Ethernet driver Marvell 61xx SATA RAID Controller Driver Installs the Marvell 61xx SATA RAID controller driver ASUS EPU 6 Engine Installs the ASUS EPU 6 Engine driver and utility USB 2 0 Driver Installs the USB 2 0 driver Chapter 4 Software support 4 2 3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports A en Ue Moka Disk o Mmm Co Utilities ET Gs fl AY AR ere dL E a SE min Rei Please select itoms on the right side Click to display the next page Utilities Please select itoms on the right side Cl
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23. 4 Software support To install the RAID driver in Windows XP 1 During the OS installation the system prompts you to press the lt F6 gt key to install third party SCSI or RAID driver Press lt F6 gt then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install make sure you select Intel R SATA RAID Controller Desktop ICH10R Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation To install the RAID driver in Windows Vista 1 Insert the floppy disk USB device with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive USB port During the OS installation select Intel R SATA RAID Controller Desktop ICH10R Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation ASUS P5Q PRO 4 61 4 62 Chapter 4 Software support The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard CPU features ness A 1 Intel en A 1 A 2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST A 1 A 3 Intel Hyper Threading Technology nnne A 3 ASUS P5Q PRO A 1 Intel EM64T The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel LGA775 processors running on 32 bit operating systems The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website www asus com support dow
24. Activity LED cable to this connector The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 4 pin SPEAKER This 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRSW This connector is for the system power button Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft off mode depending on the BIOS settings Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power ASUS P5Q PRO 2 35 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 ESET SW 4d POWER S no s Gro
25. DRAM Clocks 34 DRAM Clocks RAS to RAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks Row Refresh Cycle Time Auto Configuration options Auto 20 DRAM Clocks 25 DRAM Clocks 30 DRAM Clocks 35 DRAM Clocks 42 DRAM Clocks Write Recovery Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks Read to Precharge Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks 3 18 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 2nd Information 8 3 5 4 6 4 6 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub items READ to WRITE Delay S D Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks Write to Read Delay S Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks WRITE to READ Delay D Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks READ To READ Delay S Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks READ To READ Delay D Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks WRITE To WRITE Delay S Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks WRITE To WRITE Delay D Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks 3rd Information 12 5 1 4 4 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub items WRITE to PRE Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 31
26. Device Priority sequence k Boot Settings Configuration A virtual floppy disk k Security drive Floppy Drive B may appear when you set the CD ROM drive as the first boot device ms Select Screen t Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc 3 7 1 Boot Device Priority Boot Device Priority Specifies the boot M sequence from the Ist Boot Device 1st FLOPPY DRIVE available devices 2nd Boot Device Hard Drive 3rd Boot Device ATAPI CD ROM A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends 1st xxth Boot Device xxx Drive These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Configuration options 1st FLOPPY DRIVE Hard Drive ATAPI CD ROM Disabled ASUS P5Q PRO 3 35 3 36 3 7 2 Boot Settings Configuration Boot Settings Configuration Allows BIOS to skip Enabled certain tests while Quick Boot booting This will rv ie le decrease the time AddOn ROM Display Mode Force BIOS ee Bootup Num Lock On Wait for FL if Error Enabled system Hit DEL Message Disp
27. EZ Backup is set up successfully ASUS P5Q PRO 4 31 Configuring Super Speed This mode allows two hard disks to access data simultaneously The dual channel design can largely enhance hard disk transfer rate th We recommend that you use two new hard disks for this setup This setup erases all original data in both hard disks Ensure to back up all data in the hard disks before using this setup To start Super Speed configuration 1 Click Super Speed from the main screen If you are in EZ Backup mode 7 click Mode Change to return to EZ Backup Hard Disk content 232 88 G the main screen 4 ein G Phygpeprd 2 Click Apply to start configuration Drive Xpert Super Speed Hard Disk content 485 77 G m 3 Awarning message appears reminding you that all original data in the two hard disks will be erased Click Ok to continue 4 The setup is completed Click Ok to restart your computer at once p Reboot 5 After restarting your computer the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows notification area turns green to indicate that Super Speed is set up successfully th If one hard disk is corrupt all data in both hard disks will be lost 4 32 Chapter 4 Software support Changing to Normal Mode This mode allows you to disable the Drive Xpert function and use the two SATA connectors as the other onboard S
28. First Screen Function PAUSE BREAK Power off ESC Continue to boot OS Enter BIOS setup Enter Boot selection Function Switch between softwares Ctrl lt Alt gt Del Bring up Power Off dialog box Ctrl Alt Print Screen Save screen snapshot as picture to file ASUS P5Q PRO 4 43 4 44 Using the Configuration Panel Use the configuration panel to change various Express Gate settings k a ne h 3 eoe nad and Time Input Method Language eng LaunchBar Settings Keyboard Be l em Network E Screen Settings Volume Control Click on an icon to open a particular configuration tool The following tools are available Date and Time set current date and time as well as time zone Input Method choose your preferred input language and method Language and Keyboard choose your language and keyboard preferences LaunchBar Settings customize your LaunchBar where it docks whether it auto hides etc Network Specify how your computer connects to the Internet Enable all the network ports that you may use LAN1 LAN2 and or wireless optional LAN1 and LAN refer to the two RJ 45 network ports on your computer P The number of the LAN ports may differ from motherboards You can connect the LAN cable to either port and Express Gate will automatically use the connected port Also specify whether each port uses DHCP most common or static IP For PPPoE a
29. SHIFT TAB to Legacy Diskette A 1 44M 3 5 in select a field Lanquage English Use or SATA1 Not Detected to configure the SATA2 Not Detected System Time SATA3 Not Detected SATA4 Not Detected SATA5 Not Detected SATA6 Not Detected Select Screen Select Item Storage Configuration Change Field System Information Select Field General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc Sub menu items Navigation keys 3 2 2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items Main For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management APM configuration Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tools For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings To select an item on the menu bar press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted 3 2 3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings L4 The navigation keys may differ from one screen to another ASUS P5Q PRO 3 9 3 10 3 2 4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar ger displays the
30. The default value indicates the maximum capacity allowed 5 Press Enter when the Create Volume item is highlighted The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to create this volume Y N 6 Press Y to create the RAID volume and return to main menu or N to go back to Create Volume menu 4 56 Chapter 4 Software support Creating a RAID 10 set RAID 0 1 To create a RAID 10 set 1 From the utility main menu select 1 Create RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears Intel R Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8 0 0 1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright C 2003 08 Intel ion All Rights Reserved CR ENU NET i Vo Lume10 RAID Level RAID10 RAIDO 1 Disks Select Disks Strip Size 64KB Capacity XXX GB Create Volume Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu Enter Select 2 Enter a name for the RAID 10 set and press lt Enter gt 3 When the RAID Level item is highlighted press the up down arrow key to select RAID 10 RAID 0 1 and then press lt Enter gt 4 When the Stripe Size item is highlighted press the up down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 10 array and then press lt Enter gt The available stripe size values range from 4 KB to 64 KB The default stripe size is 64 KB hs We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems and a higher s
31. The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it check the items in your package with the list below 1 2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items Motherboard ASUS P5Q PRO I O modules 1 x eSATA 4 pin 1394 bracket Cables 1 x 2 port Serial ATA power cable for 2 devices 4 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133 100 66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories 1 x ASUS Q Shield I O shield 1 x ASUS Q Connector Kit USB 1394 system panel Retail version only Application CD ASUS motherboard Support DVD Documentation User guide A If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer ASUS P5Q PRO 1 1 1 3 Special features 1 3 1 Product highlights Intel Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Quad Core 2 Duo Processor Support This motherboard supports the latest Intel Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Quad Core 2 Duo processors in the LGA775 package It is excellent for multi tasking multi media and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 1333 1066 800 MHz FSB The Intel Core 2 series processor is one of the most powerful CPUs in the world This motherboard also supports Intel CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing process The Intel P45 Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support 16GB of dual channe
32. When you enter the BIOS Setup program the Main menu screen appears giving you an overview of the basic system information Refer to section 3 2 1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them BIOS SETUP UTILITY Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time 11 55 25 Use ENTER TAB System Date Wed 04 16 2008 or SHIFT TAB to 1 44M 3 5 in select a field Legacy Diskette A Language English Use D or 1 to SATA1 Not Detected configure System Time SATA2 Not Detected SATA3 Not Detected SATA4 Not Detected SATA5 Not Detected SATA6 Not Detected Select Screen Select Item Storage Configuration Change Field System Information Select Field General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc 3 3 1 System Time xx xx xx Allows you to set the system time 3 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx Allows you to set the system date 3 3 3 Legacy Diskette A 1 44M 3 5 in Sets the type of floppy drive installed Configuration options Disabled 720K 3 5 in 1 44M 3 5 in 3 3 4 Language English Allows you to select the display language for the BIOS setup screen Configuration options Chinese BIG5 Chinese GB English ASUS P5Q PRO 3 11 3 12 3 3 5 SATA 1 6 While entering Setup the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices There is a Separate sub menu for eac
33. Windows desktop To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows desktop click Start gt All Programs gt ASUS gt PC Probe II gt PC Probe II v1 xx xx The PC Probe II main window appears After launching the application the PC Probe II icon appears in the Windows taskbar Click this icon to close or restore the application Using PC Probe II Main window The PC Probe II main window allows you to view the current status of your system and change the utility o8 configuration By default the main mM vais TE window displays the Preference exe eT section You can close or restore fm iue the Preference section by clicking Sem NON aese on the triangle on the main window right handle Click to close the Preference panel Chapter 4 Software support Button Function conrra Opens the Configuration window T Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive memory CPU usage window Shows Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem the main window right handle turns red as the illustrations below show gt On OA UD Wak When displayed the monitor panel for that sensor also turns red Refer to the Monitor panels section for details Preference You can custom
34. XP Vista 32 bit operation system which does not support Physical Address Extension PAE If you install Windows XP Vista 32 bit operation system a total memory of less than 3GB is recommended This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips Due to chipset limitation this motherboard can only support up to 16 GB on the operating systems listed below You may install a maximum of 4 GB DIMMs on each slot 64 bit Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Windows Vista x64 Edition The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its SPD Under the default state some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor marked value To operate at the vendor marked or at a higher frequency see section 3 4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment The memory modules may require a better cooling system to work stably under full loading 4 DIMMs or overclocking setting P5Q PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR2 1066MHz capability Vendor Chip No Chip SS DS Part No DIMM socket Brand support Optional A B ee wowe cn ue qus pecm po umosor J 4096MB Kit of 2 CORSAIR Heat Sink Package 5 5 5 15 N A DS Box P N TWIN2X4096 8500C5DF CM2X2048 8500C5D EPP Foes CORSA Heat Sik Package WA WA ps cwexroseesoocspee v I awe G SKILL Heat Sink Package 515 NA os Faesoocusp 2ceex v oxawB GS
35. Zn zu XX XX p a co m 0339339 o Oorrorro E ml ex EE sara po Port1 White Dia om HB CI I P5Q PRO SATA connectors Silicon Image IN uk The SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 ports are for AA SATA hard drives only ATAPI device is not supported Make necessary backup before using the Drive Xpert function All data of the SATA E2 port1 hard drive will be erased for EZ Backup setup All data of the two hard drives will be erased for Super Speed setup Before using the Drive Xpert technology make sure that you have connected the SATA signal cables and installed SATA hard disk drives fF Refer to 4 3 10 ASUS Drive Xpert for detailed application instructions 2 28 Chapter 2 Hardware information 5 USB connectors 10 1 pin USB 78 USB 910 USB 1112 These connectors are for USB 2 0 ports Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed a O RA P5Q PRO X xe
36. disk that contains BIOS file to the USB port 2 Turn on the system 3 The utility will automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file 4 Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process e Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32 16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The device size should be smaller than 8GB DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause system boot failure ASUS P5Q PRO 3 7 3 2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable firmware chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section 3 1 Managing and updating your BIOS Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard reconfiguring your system or prompted to Run Setup This section explains how to configure your system using this utility Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program you can change the configuration of your computer in the future For example you can enable the security password feature or change the power management settings This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the SPI chip The firmware chip on the motherboard stores the Setup utility When you start up the computer the system provides you
37. effects JPEG GIF BMP and PNG formats are supported Refer to the on line Help for detailed software operation Photo slideshow Help View mode selection Shows the image folder s found in your hard drive or external devices Shows user created image album s ewe e954 eee OP ron control bar controlled onboard SATA ports only All onboard extended SATA ports and AN ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to motherboard chipset external SATA ports are NOT supported Chapter 4 Software support Using ASUS Drive Xpert Without drivers or BIOS setups the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data on their hard drives or enhance hard drive performances without the hassles of complicated configurations To start ASUS Drive Xpert application 1 2 3 Open the ASUS Utility panel Open ASUS Utility Panel Launch Drive Xpert from the ASUS Utility Panel Select EZ Backup or Super Speed according to your need EZ Backup Super Speed BEI E This mode allows one hard disk to backup This mode allows two hard disk to access the other hard disk automatically The data simultaneously The dual channel special design can save your vital data even design can largely enhance hard disk if one hard disk damaged transfer rate Before using this function plug two hard disks into the SATA connectors o
38. gt to change pmm password lt Enter gt again to disabled password Supervisor Password Not Installed User Password Not Installed Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Select Screen Select Item Enter Change F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc Change Supervisor Password Select this item to set or change the supervisor password The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a Supervisor Password 1 Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press Enter 2 From the password box type a password composed of at least six letters and or numbers then press lt Enter gt 3 Confirm the password when prompted The message Password Installed appears after you successfully set your password To change the supervisor password follow the same steps as in setting a user password To clear the supervisor password select the Change Supervisor Password then press lt Enter gt The message Password Uninstalled appears If you forget your BIOS password you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM See section 2 6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM After you have set a supervisor password the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings ASUS P5Q PRO 3 37 3 38
39. help or readme file that came with the software application for more information 4 3 1 ASUS MyLogo2 The ASUS MyLogo2 utility lets you customize the boot logo The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power On Self Tests POST The ASUS MyLogo2 is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the support DVD See section 4 2 3 Utilities menu for details aN Before using the ASUS MyLogo2 use the AFUDOS utility to make a copy of your original BIOS file or obtain the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website See section 3 1 3 AFUDOS utility Make sure that the BIOS item Full Screen Logo is set to Enabled if you wish to use ASUS MyLogo3 See section 3 7 2 Boot Settings Configuration You can create your own boot logo image in GIF JPG or BMP file formats To launch the ASUS MyLogo2 1 Launch the ASUS Update utility Refer to section 3 1 1 ASUS Update utility for details 2 Select Options from the drop down menu and then click Next 3 Check the option Launch MyLogo to replace system boot logo before flashing BIOS and then click Next 4 Select Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu and then click Next 5 When prompted locate the new BIOS file and then click Next The ASUS MyLogo3 window appears 6 From the left window pane select the folder that contains the image you intend to use as your boot logo ASUS P5Q PRO 4 9 7 When the logo
40. images appear on the right window pane select an image to enlarge by clicking on it 8 Adjust the boot image to your desired size by selecting a value on the Ratio box 9 When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo 10 After flashing the BIOS restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST 4 10 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 2 AINET2 The Al NET2 features the Marvell Virtual Cable Tester VCT VCT is a cable diagnostic utility that reports LAN cable faults and shorts using the Time Domain Reflectometry TDR technology The VCT detects and reports open and shorted cables impedance mismatches pair swaps pair polarity problems and pair skew problems of up to 64 ns at one meter accuracy The VCT feature reduces networking and support costs through a highly manageable and controlled network system This utility can be incorporated in the network systems sofware for ideal field support as well as development diagnostics Using the Virtual Cable Tester To use the the Marvell Virtual Cable Tester utility 1 Launch the VCT utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start gt All Programs gt Marvell gt Virtual Cable Tester 2 Click Virtual Cable Tester from the menu to display the screen below Virtual Cable Tester VCT Fens 10106 Oanes T cacher Caper FELIS 20058 3 Click the Run button to perform a cable test
41. on screen inside the boot to OS button As you move the mouse or type a key the countdown stops and the timer disappears SO you can take your time to make a selection The Express Gate Environment The very first time you enter the Express Gate environment by launching either web or Skype from the first screen a first time wizard will guide you through basic Express Gate configurations Basic configurations include language date and time and screen resolution Chapter 4 Software support Once inside the Express Gate environment click on the icons on the LaunchBar by default at bottom of the screen to launch or switch between softwares You can re arrange re size and move windows Bring a window to the foreground by clicking within it or by clicking on its corresponding software icon Re size a window by dragging any of its four corners Move a window by dragging its title bar Besides using the LaunchBar you can also switch between softwares by pressing lt Alt gt lt Tab gt on the keyboard You can also right click anywhere on the desktop to bring up a menu of softwares The red triangle on an software icon in the LaunchBar denotes that the software is already running This means that you can switch to it without any delay In the rare case where an software stops responding right click on its icon to force close it Knowing the Express Gate hot keys Here is a list of common used hot keys for Express Gate In the
42. or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Exit ASUS P5Q PRO 3 39 3 8 2 Drive Xpert Drive Xpert Control Auto This item allow you to enabled or disabled the function of Drive Xpert Control Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled Drive Xpert Mode Update Current setting Set this item to Mode change to show further settings of the Drive Xpert feature Configuration options Current setting Mode change Update To Super Speed Press Enter This item appears only when the Drive Xpert Mode Update item is set to Mode change and allows you to use Super Speed function Plug two identical SATA hard drives in the SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 connectors on the motherboard and press the lt Enter gt key Update To EZ Backup Press Enter This item appears only when the Drive Xpert Mode Update item is set to Mode change and allows you to use EZ Backup function Plug two identical SATA hard drives in the SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 connectors on the motherboard and press the lt Enter gt key AN Make necessary backup before using the Drive Xpert function All original data of the hard drive connected to the SATA_E2 white port 1 connector on the motherboard will be erased for EZ Backup setup All original data of the two hard drives will be erased for Super Speed setup Update To Normal Mode Press Enter This item appea
43. select the BIOS version that you wish to download Click Next 5 Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process The ASUS Update utility is the Internet Always update the utility to avail all its features capable of updating itself through Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file 1 Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start gt Programs gt ASUS gt ASUSUpdate gt ASUSUpdate The ASUS Update main window appears 2 Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop down menu then click Next 3 Locate the BIOS file from the Open window then click Open 4 Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process ASUS P5Q PRO pdate Method 1 Update Save BIOS from to a Me 3 Download BIOS from the internet Download s specified BIOS mage Ke vis internet for Check BIOS lefomabon EB Update BIOS hon a the mu 25 Save cument BIOS to a e me Update BIOS hom the Internet jem Download BIOS trom the Internet PBQPRO ROM Filename P5QPRO Files of type BIOS F es avd bin ami rom Cancel 3 3 3 4 3 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS based utility The EZ Flash 2 utility is built in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressi
44. the CO2 that has been reduced since l you click the Renew button Since 2007 04 12 G Click Total to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you launched EPU 6 Engine ASUS P5Q PRO 4 25 4 26 Advanced settings menu Click Advance Advance from the Six Engine main menu to display configuration options in each mode Some options in certain modes are dimmed meaning that they are not available Tsering Click to select a mode Move the slider to adjust Click the arrow to see more options Aber Al m ne Restore default Click to apply Click to abort settings settings settings Configuration options in Advanced settings menu The following lists the configuration options and their definitions in Advanced settings menu CPU Frequency Raises or lowers CPU frequency to a certain percentage vCore Voltage Downgrade Lowers CPU vCore voltage High Downgrades voltage to the highest level for CPU power saving Medium Downgrades voltage to the medium level Small Downgrades voltage to the minimum level Chipset Voltage Downgrade Turns on off chipset voltage Turn Off hard disks Turns off hard disk drives when they are not accessed after a certain time CPU Loadline Sets up the CPU loadline to manage CPU power saving Light Saves CPU power to the minimum level Medium Saves CPU power to the medium level Heavy Saves CPU power to the highest level Chapter 4 Software support Fan
45. the cap on pins 2 3 for about 5 10 seconds then move the cap back to pins 1 2 3 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer Hold down the lt Del gt key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter data AN Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position Removing the cap will cause system boot failure If the steps above do not help remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data After the CMOS clearance reinstall the battery FF a 71 ER i H INI ixi P L 3 ms 0 CLRTC 20 B 1 2 2 3 HI NI a am Hi Ea Normal Clear RTC P5Q PRO Clear RTC RA etault You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking For system failure due to overclocking use the C P R CPU Parameter Recall feature Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values Due to the chipset limitation AC power off is required prior using C P R function You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before
46. website www asus com and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk ASUS P5Q PRO 3 5 Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt 2 Copy the AFUDOS utility afudos exe from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier 3 Boot the system in DOS mode then at the prompt type afudos i filename where filename is the latest or the original BIOS file on the bootable floppy disk A gt afudos iP5QPRO ROM 4 The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS A gt afudos iP5QPRO ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility Version 1 19 ASUS V2 07 03 11 24BB Copyright C 2002 American Megatrends Inc All rights reserved WARNING Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file Reading flash Advance Check Erasing flash Writing flash 0x0008CCOO 9 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure 5 The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed Reboot the system from the hard disk drive A gt afudos iP5QPRO ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility Version 1 19 ASUS V2 07 03 11 24BB Copyright C 2002 American Megatrends Inc All rights reserved WARNING Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file Reading flash Advance Check Erasing flash Writing flash Ver
47. when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings ASUS P5Q PRO 3 41 3 42 3 8 4 ASUS O C Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings O C PROFILE Confi ti onfiguration Save BIOS settings M O C Profile 1 Status Not Installed to Profile 1 O C Profile 2 Status Not Installed Save to Profile 1 Load from Profile 1 Save to Profile 2 Load from Profile 2 Start O C Profile Save to Profle 1 2 Allows you to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash Press Enter to save the file Load from Profile 1 2 Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash Press Enter to load the file Start O C Profile Allows you to run the utility to save and load CMOS Press Enter to run the utility ASUSTek O C Profile Utility V1 25 BOARD PSONPRO BOARD UHKHOWE R ie VER Unknown DATE 047 1772008 DATE Unknown PATH E c Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info E c Move B Backup Esc Exit This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk or a floppy disk with FAT 32 16 format and single partition only DONOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 8 5 AINET2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc Check Atheros LAN Cable Dis
48. with the opportunity to run this program Press lt Del gt during the Power On Self Test POST to enter the Setup utility otherwise POST continues with its test routines If you wish to enter Setup after POST restart the system by pressing lt Cirl Alt Delete gt or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on Do this last option only if the first two failed The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible Being a menu driven program it lets you scroll through the various sub menus and make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit Menu See section 3 9 Exit Menu The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Visit the ASUS website www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 2 1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help BIOS SETUP UTILITY Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time 1155 25 Use ENTER TAB System Date Wed 04 16 2008 or
49. you are temporarily away To wake up the system and return to the OS environment simply click the mouse or press a key ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability Chapter 1 Product Introduction a ASUS 8 Phase Power Design IE Longer Life amp Higher Efficiency With power efficiency so important to operating temperatures ASUS 8 phase VRM design leads the industry with its 96 power efficiency High quality power components such as low RDS on MOSFETs for minimum switching loss amp lower temperatures Ferrite core chokes with lower hysteresis loss and high quality Japanese made conductive polymer capacitors all add up to ensure longer component life and lower power loss creating more energy efficiency Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading Built in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment rs Fanless Design and Heat pipe F y The ASUS fanless design allows multi directional heat flow from major thermal sources in the motherboard to lower overall system temperature resulting in quieter operation and longer system life ASUS has devoted special efforts to address the thermal i
50. 02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc 3 5 1 TPM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set the TPM Trusted Platform Module features Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the configuration options TPM Configuration Enable Activate Disable Deactivate Command to TPM TPM Enable Disable Status No State TPM Owner Status No State Execute TPM Command Last setting Allows you to enable or disable the TPM security chip Configuration options Last setting Disabled Enabled TPM Enable Disable Status No State The item is not configurable TPM Owner Status No State The item is not configurable p To enable the TPM function set the Execute TPM Command item to Enabled and then save the change see 2 8 Exit menu for details After the system reboots the TPM Configuration menu will change into the following one ASUS P5Q PRO 3 23 3 24 TPM Configuration Enable Activate Disable Deactivate Command to TPM TPM Enable Disable Status Enabled Clearing the TPM Press Enter TPM Owner Status UnOwned Clearing the TPM Press Enter Allows you to clear the user information saved in the TPM security chip When you press lt Enter gt a warning message will appear to ask if you want to clear the user information in the security chip Use the left right arrow key to select between Ok and Cancel then press lt Enter gt to confirm your c
51. 2 10 2 21 2 26 2 1 2 27 2 28 2 35 2 33 2 28 2 30 2 32 2 30 2 25 2 31 2 33 2 32 2 29 2 2 3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below 2 2 4 Screw holes Place six 9 screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis wat p Ph DO NOT overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard jal Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 2 4 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel Core 2 Quad Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Duo Pentium Extreme Pentium D Pentium 4 Processors NA AN Make sure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU If installing a dual core CPU connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA FAN1 connector to ensure system stability Due to the chipset limitation we recommend you use FSB 800MHz CPU or above Upon purchase of the motherboard make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing or if you see any damage to the PnP cap socket contacts motherboard components
52. 20V 2 22V 2 40V 2 42V 3 08V NB Voltage 1 10V 1 26V 1 28V 1 40V 1 42V 1 58V 1 60V 2 26V 3 4 16 SB Voltage Auto Allows you to set the South Bridge voltage The values range from 1 10V to 1 40V with a 0 10V interval 3 4 17 PCIE SATA Voltage Auto Allows you to set the PCI Express SATA voltage The values range from 1 50V to 1 80V with a 0 10V interval 3 4 18 Load Line Calibration Auto Allows you to select the CPU Load Line mode Set to Disabled to follow Intel specifications or to Enabled to improve CPU VDroop directly Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 3 4 19 CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Set to Disabled to enhance FSB overclocking ability or Auto for EMI control Configuration options Auto Disabled 3 4 20 PCIE Spread Spectrum Auto Set to Disabled to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or Auto for EMI control Configuration options Auto Disabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Tools Exit TPM Configuration Configure CPU CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP ms Select Screen ti Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen General Help Save and Exit ESC Exit v
53. 3458628 2dOM I4 16 55 66 Everk Array not accessible 1 12345578 OOM 15 39 54 ert D coseerme I debes Box Sabu Mert ag 1 F nmi Setup Password Allows you to set the password for configuration access Key in the user name and password Click Ok to apply the settings i i Firmware Update Allows you to update the firmware Click Browse to locate are Update 7 the firmware file that you want to update Then click Update to start the update process 4 36 Chapter 4 Software support Using Drive Xpert function in Express Gate environment You may use Drive Xpert function in Express Gate environment by preparing only two hard disks For Express Gate environment you need to use another computer to install Express Gate on a USB flash disk drive in advance Follow below instructions to complete the installation 1 2 Plug a USB flash disk drive in a computer with OS already installed Refer to the Express Gate installation on page 4 30 Ensure to select USB as the target disk volume when the Choose target volume screen appears Plug the USB flash disk drive to the motherboard Restart the system and launch the Express Gate Launching Drive Xpert To open the ASUS Utility panel click amp Launch Drive Xpert from the ASUS Utility panel The main screen as shown below appears Select EZ Backup or Super Speed according to your need Before using the Drive X
54. 400 MHz 3 4 4 DRAM Frequency Auto Allows you to set the DDR2 operating frequency Configuration options Auto DDR2 667 MHz DDR2 800 MHz DDR2 835MHz DDR2 887 MHz DDR2 1002MHz DDR2 1066MHz DDR2 1111 DDR2 1335MHz P The DRAM Frequency configuration options vary with the FSB Frequency item settings k Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become f k unstable If this happens revert to the default setting ASUS P5Q PRO 3 17 3 4 5 DRAM Timing Control Auto Configuration options Auto Manual The following sub items apprear only when you set the DRAM Timing Control item to Manual The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard 1st Information 4 4 4 15 3 36 5 3 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub items CASH Latency 5 DRAM Clocks Configuration options 3 DRAM Clocks 4 DRAM Clocks 5 DRAM Clocks 6 DRAM Clocks 7 DRAM Clocks 8 DRAM Clocks 9 DRAM Clocks 10 DRAM Clocks 11 DRAM Clocks DRAM RAS to CASH Delay 5 DRAM Clocks Configuration options 3 DRAM Clocks 4 DRAM Clocks 17 DRAM Clocks 18 DRAM Clocks DRAM RAS Precharge 5 DRAM Clocks Configuration options 3 DRAM Clocks 4 DRAM Clocks 17 DRAM Clocks 18 DRAM Clocks DRAM RAS Activate to Precharge Time 15 DRAM Clocks Configuration options 3 DRAM Clocks 4 DRAM Clocks 33
55. 8 KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press lt Enter gt The default value indicates the maximum capacity allowed Press lt Enter gt when the Create Volume item is highlighted The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to create this volume Y N Press lt Y gt to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or lt N gt to go back to the Create Volume menu ASUS P5Q PRO 4 55 Creating a RAID 1 set mirrored To create a RAID 1 set 1 From the utility main menu select 1 Create RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears Intel R Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8 0 0 1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright C 2003 08 Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved C ENU Name RAID Level RAID1 Mirror Disks Select Disks Strip Size N A Capacity XXX GB Create Volume Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu Enter Select 2 Enter a name for the RAID 1 set and press Enter 3 When the RAID Level item is highlighted press the up down arrow key to select RAID 1 Mirror then press Enter 4 When the Capacity item is highlighted enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and then press Enter
56. ATA connectors When using one hard disk in Normal Mode connect the hard disk to the SATA E1 orange port 0 connector on the motherboard To change to Normal Mode 1 Click Mode Change to return to the main screen EZ Backup Hard Disk coment 332 68 amp 2 Click Disable to start configuration Heiss mismas als DI hr LITE DLL DL Las Hi kid T ETE pe Rd dd br Hess ber Er eras Ta dara TE vem zi Gn mianiusi had iri iim la Pama tan mius paa pte Pamu sara ume BHARA HH REM SEE SE r UR EE mes em me haian og Ua doe eed Lee ibe cry ena ee 3 The setup is completed Click Ok to restart your computer at once 4 After restarting your computer the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows notification area turns gray to indicate that the Drive Xpert function is disabled ASUS P5Q PRO 4 33 Partitioning volumes You have to partition volumes for the hard disk after Drive Xpert configuration To partition volumes 1 Right click My Computer on the Windows desktop wa and then select Manage from the pop up window 2 Select Disk Management Right click the unallocated space of the disk and then select New Partition th If the New Partition option is not available right click Disk item and then select Initialize Disk to initialize the disk first Search Map Network Drive Disconnect Network Drive Cre
57. Control Adjusts fan speeds to reduce noise and save system power Quiet Lowers CPU fan speed and shuts off two chassis fans Slow Lowers CPU fan and two chassis fan speeds Al Nap Idle Time Enters Al Nap mode after a certain time during system idle process Refer to the following table for the configuration options in each mode Configuration Turbo Mode H i g h Medium Power Maximum options Performance Saving Mode Power Saving Mode Mode C P WUE Overclocking N A Downclocking Downclocking Frequency 1 to 30 1 to 50 1 to 50 vere et N A N A Small Medium Downgrade High High chipset NA N A On Off On Off Voltage Downgrade Turn Off Never After 3 Never After 3 Never After 3 Never After 3 hard disks mins After 5 mins After 5 mins After 5 mins After 5 hours hours hours IURE N A Light Medium Light Medium Heavy Heavy Fan Control N A Keep Bios Keep Bios Setting Slow Setting Quiet POL RE Never After 3 Never After 3 Never After 3 Never After 3 Idle Time mins After 5 mins After 5 mins After 5 mins After 5 hours hours hours hours ASUS P5Q PRO 4 27 4 3 9 ASUS Al Direct Link ASUS Al Direct Link allows you to form a computer to computer network via a network cable to share files with high transfer rate You must first connect two computers at least one of them is ASUS product using a network cable and then install the utility to both computers to avail the Al Direct Link fea
58. DRAM Clocks READ to PRE Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks PRE to PRE Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 3 DRAM Clocks ALL PRE to ACT Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks ALL PRE to REF Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clocks 15 DRAM Clocks 3 4 6 DRAM Static Read Control Auto Adjusting this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled ASUS P5Q PRO 3 19 3 4 7 DRAM Read Training Auto Allows you to set DRAM read data timing optimization Setting this item to Disabled may help enhance DRAM overclocking ability Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 3 4 8 MEM OG Charger Allows you to enable or disable the memory overclocking charger feature Setting this item to Enabled may help enhance DRAM overclock ability Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 3 4 9 Ai Clock Twister Auto Allows you to set the DRAM performance Set this item to Light or Lighter to enhance DRAM compatibility or Strong or Stronger to accelerate DRAM performance Configuration options Auto Lighter Light Moderate Strong Stronger 3 4 10 Ai Transaction Booster Auto Allows you to set the system performance Configuration options Auto Manual fe The following two sub items appear only when you set the Ai Tra
59. ELUXE Serial port COM1 connector ASUS P5Q PRO 2 29 7 IEEE 1394a port connector 10 1 pin IE1394 2 This connector is for a IEEE 1394a port Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis F EP D e 0 P5Q PRO LLEPU o0 lal m alaa m alala s al vam o dam xs 2s BG SOLL LL co us m N ad C O IE1394 2 n O m SSS PIN 1 TPA2 GND TPB2 12V GND SB Lory P5Q PRO IEEE 1394 connector E N Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector Doing so will damage y ja the motherboard aN You can attach a FireWire 1394 cable to this connector if your chassis suppots the front panel IEEE1394 port Connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q Connector 1394 red first and then install the Q Connector 1394 to the 1394 connector onboard 2 30 Chapter 2 Hardware information
60. KL Heatsink Package 555 15 MA os FaesoocusscepK fv v oe oct paemeesses fossene foer Jos peneemeno PI Zoser GEL HeatSnk Package 55515 WA ps exeiGeesoocsunc PN pra kinoma KKASFEIE HIK 18E WA WA ss KLECzar aaKiecas v ea Kingston EStoeAJBG ma WA ps kvmosspanvne w v 20r8MBIK oa Kingston NA NA Kingston os kvosspaneme v v zome focz ma w wa os roczne P5Q PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR2 800MHz capability Vendor Chip No Chip SS DS Part No DIMM socket Brand support Optional A B C sims avaa favr nesensse na mA ss uzoaneeansieocness fv viv oe bata faossoononzseo fua fwa Jos wowsemermem AD20908A8A 25EG M20AD6H3J4171Q1E52 rab posce AWEEMALGISGE NA APACER ss fem v ho me ELPIDA fenosaeseeieca s imos ss Jeseioeesasrasee v v home SKILL HeatSink Package wa WA os rzstmoctsozcewa fv lv 2096MB Kitof2 SKILL Heat Sink Package fe v os _ re ecoocispacewa v iv Chapter 2 Hardware information P5Q PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR2 800MHz capability Vendor Chip No Chip SS DS Part No DIMM socket Brand support Optional A B 2048MB GEIL GE28G880005QC 55 5 15 NA DS _ Heat Sink Package pv ome sti aezeaseococ arate wa ps _ HeatSink Package fv V osme aei foezaBeoo
61. OS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility When set to Always BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system Configuration options Setup Always Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the sub menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Ai Tweaker Advanced Press ENTER to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 the utility to select Drive Xpert Control Auto and update BIOS Drive Xpert Mode Update Current Setting This utility doesn t Update To Super Speed Press Enter support Update To EZ Backup Press Enter 1 NTFS format Update To Normal Mode Press Enter Express Gate Enabled Enter OS Timer 10 Seconds Reset User Data No 1 ASUS O C Profile M re sr Change Field Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc 3 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 When you press lt Enter gt a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press lt Enter gt to confirm your choice Please see page 3 4 section 3 1 2 for details ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3 25 FLASH TYPE MINBONDINZSPNXIG BOARD BSONPRO BOARD URKHOWE VER 01217 VER Unknown DATE 0471772008 DATE Unknown PATH BEN Enter Select
62. PRO 2 4 3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components 1 Unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket DDR2 DIMM notch by pressing the retaining clips outward 2 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket Unlocked retaining clip A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM 3 Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated Locked Retaining Clip 2 4 4 Removing a DDR2 DIMM Follow these steps to remove a DIMM 1 Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force 2 Remove the DIMM from the socket 2 16 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 5 Expansion slots In the future you may need to install expansion cards The following sub sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 2 5 1 Installing an expansion card To ins
63. ST feature 1 2 Turn on the computer then enter the BIOS Setup Go to the Advanced Menu highlight CPU Configuration then press Enter Set the Intel R SpeedStep Technology item to Automatic then press Enter Press F10 to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup After the computer restarts right click on a blank space on the desktop then select Properties from the pop up menu When the Display Properties window appears click the Screen Saver tab Click the Power button on the Monitor power section to open the Power Options Properties window Unplay Properties lir Theres Doiii Ta adu mordoi pores rbrga and imm energy dh cmm On the Power schemes section click then select any option except Home Office Desktop or Always On Click Apply then click OK Close the Display Properties window Power Soheret Agii DPS Select the poser scheme with the mort appropriate pe amp ingz for n Hus drue More Sud changing Hes calfrugt Bakas vill tese the ipini scheme After you adjust the power scheme the CPU internal frequency slightly decreases when the CPU loading is low LA The screen displays and procedures may vary depending on the operating system Appendix CPU features A 3 Intel Hyper Threading Technology LN The motherboard supports Intel Pentium 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper Threading Technology Hyper Threading Technology is su
64. Starts the Chat instant messaging tool Start the Skype software which lets you call other people on Skype S for free as well as offering affordable high quality voice communications to phones all over the world ol Opens Configuration Panel which lets you specify network settings and other preferences In the rare case that one of the above softwares stops responding you can right click on its icon and then select Close to force it to close The smaller icons on the right side of the LaunchBar are Click on this icon to open the File Manager window which lets you conveniently access the files on a USB drive If a USB device is detected the icon contains a green arrow ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs ODDs and USB drive and downloading to USB drives only hag Shows network status click to configure network Shows mute status click to change volume ASUS P5Q PRO 4 45 mw Click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts Ctrl Space by default 354 Click to change LaunchBar options auto hide docking position etc c Click to show the ASUS Utility panel Click to show About Express Gate heh Click to open Express Gate Help E Click to bring up power options window to boot to OS restart or power f down This window is also shown when you press Ctrl Alt Del on the keyboard Power off Enter OS Restart Check to save use
65. U fan profile under certain limitation P For Chassis Fan only Disable Standard Silent Turbo modes could be selected _ Click to close the Calibration window Click to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratio Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 7 ASUS Al 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 Al Suite from the bundled support DVD you can launch the utility by double clicking the Al Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the Al Booster button on the Al Suite main window HI Booster Mode Default Auto Er me ge 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 ASUS P5Q PRO 4 23 4 3 8 ASUS EPU 6 Engine ASUS EPU 6 Engine is an energy efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs This utility provides four modes that you can select to enhance system performance or save power Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU frequency vCore Voltage and Fan Control Installing EPU 6 Engine To install EPU 6 Engine on your computer 1 Place the support DVD to the optical drive The Drivers
66. WITHOUT NOTICE AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Contents Ce lil NOU vii SARA viii About this GUAE Lese Ix P5Q PRO specifications summary eere nennen nenne xi Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 rig suiriri 1 1 1 2 Package CONLCINGS c nanna 1 1 1 3 Special EANET 1 2 1 3 1 Product NAMNIONE Ec MM 1 2 1 3 2 ASUS unique features see 1 4 1 3 8 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features 1 7 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 1 Before you proceed rumnnrruvnvrrvnvvnnnnvvnnnvnnnnnvnnnnvvnnnnnennnvnnnnnennnnvnnvnenr 2 1 2 2 Motherboard overview e eene 2 2 2 2 1 Motherboard layout rrrasverannrvvanrnrersrnnveransrvernsnnvrssnnrveenn 2 2 2 2 2 BOM COMICS sssrinin 2 3 2 2 3 Placement direction srrrarnrvvranavvransnresnrnnvesasnrvnsnsnvesennns 2 4 224 Serew holes acsesee iter eti ipud tinis uie tH iU edad ous 2 4 2 3 Central Processing Unit CPU
67. a To disable the incoming folder select Incoming folder gt Disable incoming folder 4 28 Chapter 4 Software support 4 Right click on the Al Direct Link lao EE EE i icon and select Incoming folder gt Open incoming folder The x AlDirectLinkIncoming folder opens Put the files you want to share into this folder The authorized user has full access to this folder PHP BAS 30 EEG LET FET hier ES l i Beweis Direct Link To change its location disable the incoming folder first Then select Incoming folder Change incoming folder to open the system directories and move the AlDirectLinkIncoming folder under another directory A The default path of the AlDirectLinkIncoming folder is C Program Files ASUSMAI To connect to another computer p A This function is valid for ASUS products only 1 From the Windows taskbar right pem click on the AI Direct Link icon and select Connect The following screen displays 2 Click Refresh The software starts searching for the connected computer 3 The name of the computer found 4 If necessary enter the authorized is listed Click Open to open its username and password Click shared folder OK to log in and have full access to this shared folder ASLUG Al Direct Cin Best ES All Dare ch Link i TEST B309289049 need logon ASUS P5Q PRO 4 29 4 30 4 3 10 ASUS Drive Xpert Drive Xpert an ASUS exclusive technology secures the da
68. abled Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the Power On Self Test POST Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P5Q PRO 3 43 3 44 3 9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items BIOS SETUP UTILITY Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Exit Options Exit system setup after saving the Exit amp Save Changes changes Exit amp Discard Changes Discard Changes F10 key can be used Load Setup Defaults for this operation ms Select Screen t Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen General Help Save and Exit NESC Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc Pressing lt Esc gt does not immediately exit this menu Select one of the options from this menu or lt F10 gt from the legend bar to exit Exit amp Save Changes Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off When you select this option a confirmation window appears Select Ok to save changes and exit If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save your changes before exiting Press lt Enter gt to save the changes whi
69. age The values range from 1 50V to 2 78V with a 0 02V interval 3 4 13 FSB Termination Voltage Auto Allows you to set the front side bus termination voltage The values range from 1 20V to 1 90V with a 0 02V interval E A The minimum value of this item becomes 1 10V when a 45nm CPU is installed 3 4 14 DRAM Voltage Auto Allows you to set the DRAM voltage The values range from 1 80V to 3 08V with a 0 02V interval 3 4 15 NB Voltage Auto Allows you to set the North Bridge voltage The values range from 1 10V to 2 26V with a 0 02V interval ASUS P5Q PRO 3 21 3 22 The value 2 26V of the NB Voltage item is supported only if the OV NB jumper is enabled otherwise the maximum voltage supported is 1 9V See 2 CPU Northbridge overvoltage setting on page 2 19 for details Setting the CPU PLL Voltage FSB Termination Voltage DRAM Voltage and NB Voltage items to a high level may damage the chipset memory module and CPU permanently Proceed with caution Some values of the CPU PLL Voltage FSB Termination Voltage DRAM Voltage and NB Voltage items are labeled in different color indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings Refer to the table below for details The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings Yellow CPU PLL Voltage 1 50V 1 78V 1 80V 2 00V 2 02V 2 20V 2 22V 2 78V FSB Termination Voltage 1 20V 1 38V 1 40V 1 90V N A N A DRAM Voltage 1 80V 1 98V 2 00V 2
70. annmnnd vi 3 9 Main MENU ucc soup REREERDUA SEEK FREE DEN ENDE RD EI ORE RINRE OUR 3 12 MINK 3 17 Advanced MENU Luanda RC ER DU EE aC NP SES 3 23 OWEN NGI ee RS 3 31 sien ec HN 3 35 10016 MEN e 3 39 ENN 3 43 ASUS P5Q PRO 3 1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input Output System BIOS setup 1 ASUS Update Updates the BIOS in Windows environment 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk 3 ASUS AFUDOS Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities 4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Updates the BIOS using a USB flash disk or the motherboard support DVD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted An Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk or USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities 3 1 1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage save and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment The ASUS Update utility allows you to Save the current BIOS file Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file Update the BIOS directly from the Internet and View the BIOS version information T
71. art FLOPPY E1394 2 USB1112 USB910 USB78 HAHAHAHAHHA 20 ee binninini gem Bnr J er er er E 19 18 O is 2 15 14 o wp LN Refer to 2 7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors 2 2 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 2 2 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots 1 PS2 keyboard mouse wake up 3 pin PS2_USBPW56 2 USB device wake up 3 pin USBPW1 4 PS2 USBPW56 USBPW7 10 USBPW1112 3 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V 4 LGA775 CPU socket 5 CPU chassis and power fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 3 pin CHA FAN1 2 3 pin PWR FAN 6 DDR2 DIMM slots 7 CPU Northbridge overvoltage setting 3 pin OV_CPU 3 pin OV_NB 8 IDE connector 40 1 pin PRI_EIDE 9 Standby power LED SB_PWR 10 ICH10R Serial ATA connectors 7 pin SATA1 6 11 Silicon Image Serial ATA RAID connectors 7 pin SATA_E1 7 pin SATA_E2 12 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL 13 TPM connector 20 1 pin TPM 14 USB connectors 10 1 pin USB78 USB910 USB1112 15 IEEE 1394a port connector 10 1 pin IE1394_2 16 Chassis intrusion connector 4 1 pin CHASSIS 17 Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC 18 Floppy disk drive connector 34 1 pin FLOPPY 19 Optical drive audio connector 4 pin CD 20 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 21 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT for ASUS HDMI VGA card 22 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 ASUS P5Q PRO Page 2 22 2 22 2 34 2 31
72. ase you don t need to click Setup for any LAN port If this is not the case click Setup to configure the static IP settings manually ASUS P5Q PRO 4 47 4 48 If you have wireless network click Setup for the WiFi option In the WiFi tab of the Advanced Network Settings box enter the name of your wireless access point in the SSID field If your wireless access point has security enabled select the corresponding security algorithm from the drop down list e g WEPAUTO in the Encryption Type field and enter the password Click OK to enable WiFi and establish the wireless connection If you use a network cable connected directly to your DSL cable modem no router in between click Setup for xDSL cable dial up This method is also referred to as PPPoE Choose whether the DSL cable modem is connected to your computer s LAN port Then enter the username and password for your dial up account Click OK to enable xDSL cable dial up and establish the PPPoE connection When PPPoE is enabled the port it uses will automatically be unchecked and grayed out Using the Photo Manager Express Gate provides a easy to use Photo Manager that allows you to view pictures stored in your hard drive or external storage devices such as USB dongles card readers or optical disks You can view pictures in thumbnail view in an enlarged view individually in a filename data list view or play them in a slideshow with background music and fancy transition
73. ate Shortcut Delete Rename Properties re ten o ems Aw File sm ec be dg nd Perd er Vine i im ml nm Geert Teger Pip Jenin Dose mmy Free byn ee Pk All ib rir bmg i Fuse ie me G a ft PE DE Fn dade CD Fitts Turm gm LE om eil Piceni E ILLE T Pef lag mr erik Basen Fara d kann Wages abe ar ie Sa Hj rie an Wem ke Val ba ies LE omm Har anger fie nl p mem tme Him umm anas ety esa Space Ys Momm m Ld Pmi Haye TPO mete Dey FS I4 Hi temi veer ease mans Hex COP Veiis EL GPE n Did Bl 3 A New Partition Wizard screen appears Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the volume partition 4 34 Chapter 4 Software support Other feature buttons EZ Backup Hard Disk content 232 89 G Schedule verity B Event Log Click to hide the setup window Schedule Drive Verify P Click to return to the previous page Click to open the Schedule Drive Verify window Click to open the Event Log list Click to open the Setup Password window Click to open the Firmware Update window Click to open the Help menu Allows you to set up the schedule for verifying the hard disks Click Ok to apply the settings click Cancel to close the window and click Right Now to start verification at once Add Modify Delete Allows you to create a new schedule and modify delete an existing schedule Schedule Activity Allows you to se
74. ate by reinstalling the software or using the repairing utility To repair Express Gate Click Start gt All Programs gt Express Mmm Gate gt Express Gate Installer gt Repair this software OR Double click the Express Gate setup file choose Repair and click Next to continue Moly rapar c rammene the progres ies Posen inei allakon errors in the program The option liens missing or LP corrupt files shortcuts and registry entries Remove e Vence Express Gate from your computer 4 50 Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 and RAID 5 for six independent Serial ATA channels 4 4 1 RAID definitions RAID 0 Data striping optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel interleaved stacks Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate double that of a single disk alone thus improving data access and storage Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup RAID 1 Data mirroring copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive If one drive fails the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive This RAID configuration provides data protection and incr
75. ate the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process Copying the current BIOS To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility Make sure that the floppy disk is not write protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as shown 1 Copy the AFUDOS utility afudos exe from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier 2 Boot the system in DOS mode then at the prompt type afudos o filename where the filename is any user assigned filename not more than eight alphanumeric characters for the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name A gt afudos oOLDBIOS1 rom Main filename Extension name 3 Press lt Enter gt The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk A gt afudos oOLDBIOS1 rom AMI Firmware Update Utility Version 1 19 ASUS V2 07 03 11 24BB Copyright C 2002 American Megatrends Inc All rights reserved Reading flash Write to file A gt The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility 1 Visit the ASUS
76. ated One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps At power on hold down the lt Delete gt key to enter the BIOS Setup Follow the instructions in Chapter 3 ASUS P5Q PRO 2 37 2 9 Turning off the computer 2 9 1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows Vista 1 Click the Start button then select ShutDown 2 The power supply should turn off after Windows shuts down If you are using Windows XP 1 Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer 2 Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer 3 The power supply should turn off after Windows shuts down 2 9 2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft off mode depending on the BIOS setting Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft off mode regardless of the BIOS setting Refer to section 3 6 Power Menu for details 2 38 Chapter 2 Hardware information This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided BIOS setup 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 Managing and updating your BIOS 3 1 BIOS setup PodraNaurseerusenmsmd
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78. ckup and Super Speed EN Before using the Drive Xpert function ensure that you have installed the Marvell 61xx driver in the system Ensure to install two hard disks to the SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 connectors when the Drive Xpert mode in BIOS setup is configured as EZ Backup or Super Speed Otherwise the HDD LED in the front panel flashes Chapter 4 Software support Configuring EZ Backup This mode allows one hard disk to backup the other hard disk automatically This helps you to save your vital data even if one hard disk is damaged th We recommend that you use two new hard disks for this setup This setup erases all original data in the hard disk connected to the SATA_E2 white port 1 connector on the motherboard Ensure to back up the data in the hard disk before using this setup To start EZ Backup configuration 1 Click EZ Backup from the main screen Drive Xpert EZ Backup Hard Oiek content 232 Er 2 Click Apply to start configuration 3 Awarning message appears reminding you that all original data in the hard disk connected to the SATA E2 white port 1 connector on the motherboard will be erased Click Ok to continue 4 The setup is completed Click Ok to restart your computer at once Reboot 5 After restarting your computer the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows notification area turns green to indicate that
79. ckup function Plug two identical SATA hard drives in the SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 connectors on the motherboard and press the Enter key Update To Normal Mode Press Enter This item allows you to use the SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 connectors as normal SATA connectors aN When using one hard disk in Normal Mode connect the hard disk to the SATA_E1 orange port 0 connector on the motherboard 4 40 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 11 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet Within a few seconds of powering on your computer you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser Skype or other Express Gate softwares Installing ASUS Express Gate AN ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs in IDE mode only ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to motherboard chipset controlled onboard SATA ports only All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT supported See chapter 2 for the exact location of onboard SATA ports ASUS Express Gate supports installation on USB HDDs and Flash drives but the software performance may be slower than installed on SATA HDDS To install Express Gate on your computer 1 Place the support CD DVD to the optical drive The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled Autorun feature Click the Utilit
80. ct an item then press lt Enter gt to display the sub menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Chipset Settings Configure North Bridge features WARMING Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction gt North Bridge Configuration North Bridge Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY North Bridge Chipset Configuration ENABLE Allow FJERNES TETTE remapping of Memory Remap Feature Enabled overlapped PCI memory PCI MMIO Allocation 4GB To 3328MB above the total Memory Hole Disabled physical memory Initiate Graphic Adapter PEG PCI DISABLE Do not allow remapping of memory Memory Remap Feature Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory Enable this option only when you install 64 bit operating system Configuration options Disabled Enabled Memory Hole Disabled Allows you to set the memory hole mode Configuration options Disabled 15MB 16MB Initiate Graphic Adapter PEG PCI Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device Configuration options PCI PEG PEG PCI 3 26 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 4 Onboard Device Configuration OS SETUP UTILITY BI Onboard Device Configuration Enable or Disable High Definition Audio High Definition Audio Enabled Controller Front Panel Type HD Audio SPDIF OUT Mode Setting SPDIF Out
81. ctrical outlet before relocating the system When adding or removing devices to or from the system ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected If possible disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard ensure that all power cables are unplugged Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediately To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors slots sockets and circuitry Avoid dust humidity and temperature extremes Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet Place the product on a stable surface If you encounter technical problems with the pr
82. device jumper is set as Cable Select make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting 2 26 Chapter 2 Hardware information 3 ICH10R Serial ATA connectors 7 pin SATA1 6 red These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives you can create a RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 configuration with the Intel Matrix Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ICH10R RAID controller gt SATA5 SATA4 SATA2 P5Q PRO aovvaoavva or 0 0 angynaangna 20220225 20220272 242272022 x x x x x x ER EX ER EX ER EX me lt lt lt INI cr EE a ee gE EE f E 3 82 82 55 E Yo re coc cc co v w SOS E gO EG ER r ER ec AR us qt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt EE RE GBR ER gt GER ER un a o a a a a a a a L X o 2229559 9339339 25590550 gt OLOLLO OLO O oc corro cy S K O un j 7 oro mc on HB P5Q PRO SATA connectors ICH10R EN e These connectors are set to Standard IDE mode by default In Standard IDE mode you can connect Serial ATA boot data hard disk
83. djust the sensor decrease threshold values in a small value monitoring panel Chapter 4 Software support Monitoring sensor alert The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value Refer to the illustrations below JE CHASSIS A J rcHASSIS ES Small display Large display WMI browser Click mr to display the WMI Windows Management Instrumentation browser This browser displays various Windows WMI Browser management information Click an malice item from the left panel to display on Instrumentation the right panel Click the plus sign before WMI Information to display the available information Vere I 000 Coorg c EM ANS You can enlarge or reduce the browser size by dragging the bottom right corner of the browser DMI browser Click omr to display the DMI PU Lferzatos Desktop Management Interface INI Bei browser This browser displays various desktop and system information M Click the plus sign before DMI Information to display the available Version 1 00 00 information Ovoriie 4 3004 4808 ASUS P5Q PRO 4 15 PCI browser Click F I to display the PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect E PO horse 5 browser This browser provides PCI Browser information on the PCI devices installed i eriphera Component on your system Click the plus sign Interconnect before th
84. drives to these connectors If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors set the Configure SATA as item in the BIOS to RAID See section 3 3 6 Storage Configuration for details Before creating a RAID set refer to section 4 4 3 Intel RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD You must install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives The Serial ATA RAID feature RAID 0 1 5 and 10 is available only if you are using Windows XP or later version When using hot plug and NCQ set the Configure SATA as in the BIOS to AHCI See section 3 3 6 Storage Configuration for details f Connect the right angle side of SATA right angle side signal cable to SATA device Or you may connect the right angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards ASUS P5Q PRO 2 27 4 Silicon Image Serial ATA RAID connectors 7 pin SATA E1 Port0 Orange SATA E2 Port1 White These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives m qug D E g s rm san Et Porto Orange C p EH 2Lz2iz2 EH lt lt lt lt TET H ES re we LA NN Nw
85. e Enhanced Halt State support Configuration options Disabled Enabled Max CPUID Value Limit Disabled Setting this item to Enabled allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions Configuration options Disabled Enabled Intel R Virtualization Tech Enabled The Intel Virtualization Technology allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously enabling one system to virtually function as several systems Configuration options Disabled Enabled CPU TM function Enabled This function enables the overheated CPU to throttle the clock speed to cool down Configuration options Disabled Enabled Execute Disable Bit Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the No Execution Page Protection Technology Setting this item to Disabled forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero 0 Configuration options Disabled Enabled E The following items appear only when you set the CPU Ratio Control item to Auto Intel R SpeedStep TM Tech Enabled When set to Disabled the CPU runs at its default speed When set to Enabled the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system Configuration options Disabled Enabled Intel R C STATE Tech Enabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P5Q PRO 3 25 3 5 3 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings Sele
86. e PCI Information item to a display available information Currie RI 2004 ASUS Usage The Usage browser displays real time information on the CPU hard disk drive space and memory usage Click s es to display the Usage browser CPU usage The CPU tab displays real time CPU usage in line graph representation If the CPU has an enabled Hyper Threading two separate line graphs display the operation of the two logical processors Hard disk drive space usage The Hard Disk tab displays the used and available hard disk drive space The left panel of the tab lists all logical drives Click a hard disk drive to display the information on the right panel The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used blue and the available HDD space 4 16 Chapter 4 Software support Memory usage The Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used blue and the available physical memory Configuring PC Probe II Click ee Fx to view and adjust the sensor threshold values The Config window has two tabs Sensor Threshold and Preference The Sensor Threshold tab enables you to activate the sensors or to adjust the sensor threshold values The Preference tab allows you to customize sensor alerts or change the temperature scale 9 Config Preterence Temperature Voltage Fan Speed Enabled Sensor Name Nominal value
87. eases fault tolerance to the entire system Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance fault tolerance and higher storage capacity The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing relational database applications enterprise resource planning and other business systems Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity redundancy data having to be calculated and written With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup Intel Matrix Storage The Intel Matrix Storage technology supported by the ICH9R chip allows you to create a RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 and RAID 10 function to improve both system performance and data safety You can also combine two RAID sets to get higher performance capacity or fault tolerance provided by the difference RAID function For example RAID 0 and RAID 1 set can be created by using only two identical hard disk drives aN If you want to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a created RAID s
88. ed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Chassis Q Fan Control Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the Chassis Q fan control feature Configuration options Disabled Enabled The following item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q Fan Control item Chassis Fan Profile Standard Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS Q Fan When set to Standard the chassis fan automatically adjusts depending on the chassis temperature Set this item to Silent to minimize fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation or Turbo to achieve maximum chassis fan speed Configuration options Standard Silent Turbo Power Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the power fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators Select Ignored if you do not want to detect this item 3 34 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the sub menu Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Tools Exit Boot Settings Specifies the Boot TEK E MC NEC Device Priority k Boot
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90. ee edens tani iesiSat ha 3 42 985 ANET uidet dendi uM pU 3 43 3 9 ar eec 3 44 Chapter 4 Software support 4 1 Installing an operating system esee 4 1 4 2 Support DVD information eene 4 1 4 2 1 Running the support DVD sseeeeseeee 4 1 4 2 2 Drivers MENU rsarvrannvrvrnrnvvnrannvvrsnsnrernsnnvesasnvvnsnsavessnnnrssenn 4 2 4 2 3 Utilities menu MERE EE m 4 3 4 2 4 Make disk menu ssseeeeennnnn 4 5 4 2 5 Manual ae Tz FM eR cece E 4 6 4 2 6 ASUS Contact information ssesessssss 4 6 4 2 7 Other information ssrvrrnnrrrnnvvrrovvrranvrrrnvversnvrrsnvrrsnnnernnn 4 7 4 3 Software information d ini iacacea ctore ciue tur ea cvo sv vacua couv resi p sa das 4 9 4 3 1 ASUS MY LOG G2 4 9 432 ARNE 2 cm 4 11 4 3 3 ASUS PC Probe Il rrnrrrrnnrrnsnrvrnsrvrrnnvrrsnrversnvrrenvvrrnnnenn 4 12 4 34 ASUS AIl Suite rrarernnnvonnnronnnnvrnonvnrnnvvrnnnvenrnvnnnnvernnnnenn 4 18 435 ASUSA NS Lammet 4 20 400 ASUSFah Xpert auscespuicattedn ies pL Cv endene 4 21 4 3 7 ASUS Al Booster essere nnns 4 23 4 3 8 ASUS EPU 6 Engine eene 4 24 4 3 9 ASUS AIl Direct Link rrrnrrrrnrrrnnrvrrnnrrrrnvrrrsnverenvvrrnvsenn 4 28 4 3 10 ASUS Drive Xpert sssssseeeenn 4 30 4 3 11 ASUS Express Gate r
91. eering Communications port COM1 IRQ holder for PCI steering Floppy disk controller Printer port LPT1 System CMOS Real Time Clock IRQ holder for PCI steering IRQ holder for PCI steering IRQ holder for PCI steering PS 2 compatible mouse port Numeric data processor SATA Primary IDE legacy mode SATA Secondary IDE legacy mode These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 LAN L1E SATA 5723 PCle x16 1 PCle x16 2 PCle x1 1 PCle x1 2 PCle x1 3 USB controller 1 USB controller 2 USB controller 3 USB controller 4 USB controller 5 USB controller 6 USB 2 0 controller 1 USB 2 0 controller 2 SATA controller 1 SATA controller 2 shared shared E shared shared shared shared E shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 5 4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card SCSI card USB card and other cards that comply with PCI specifications Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots 2 5 5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots 2 5 6 PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Expres
92. elect either one of the preset overclocking configuration options Manual Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 4 2 CPU Ratio Setting Auto Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Configuration options Auto 06 0 07 0 08 0 09 0 E A The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to Manual FSB Frequency XXX Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus The value of this item is auto detected by the BIOS Use the lt gt and keys to adjust the FSB frequency You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad The values range from 200 to 800 Refer to the table below for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings FSB CPU External Frequency Synchronization Front Side Bus FSB 1600 FSB1333 FSB 1066 FSB 800 ed UT die cam 400 MHz 333 MHz 266 MHz 200 MHz PCIE Frequency Auto Allows you to set the PCI Express frequency Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the PCIE frequency The values range from 100 to 180 3 4 3 FSB Strap to North Bridge Auto When set to Auto the FSB Strap will be adjusted automatically by FSB Frequency and DRAM Frequency Congifuration options Auto 200 MHz 266 MHz 333 MHz
93. er 4 Software support Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility The Intel Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to create RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 RAID 0 1 and RAID 5 set s from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge To enter the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility 1 Install all the Serial ATA hard disk drives 2 Turn on the system 3 During POST press lt Cirl 1 gt to display the utility main menu Intel R Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM v8 0 0 1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright C 2003 08 Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved U 1 Create RAID Volume 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID 2 Delete RAID Volume 4 Exit RAID Volumes None defined Physical Disks Port Drive Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 0 p10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 p 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 XX XXGB 1 p10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 p 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 XX XXGB 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 p 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 XX XXGB 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 XX XXGB ESC Exit ENTER Select Menu The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options hs The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen ASUS P5Q PRO 4 53 Creating a RAID 0 set striped To create a RAID 0 set 1 From the utility main menu select
94. er cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running Thus connection cannot be made on the first try Turning an external modem off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on Power On By PCI Devices Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the PME to wake up from 55 by PCI devices Configuration options Disabled Enabled Power On By PCIE Devices Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the PCIE devices to generate a wake event Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup Power On By PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Allows you to disable the Power On by PS 2 keyboard function or set specific keys on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Space Bar Ctrl Esc Power Key Power On By PS 2 Mouse Disabled Allows you to disable the Power On by PS 2 Mouse function or set the PS 2 mouse to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 6 6 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed CPU Q Fan Control Chassis Fan 1 Speed Chassis Fan 2 Speed Chassis Q Fan Control Power Fan Speed fr CPU Temperature 4500RPM Disabled N A N A
95. er to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features ASUS P5Q PRO 2 7 2 3 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance When you buy a boxed Intel processor the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly If you buy a CPU separately make sure that you use only Intel certified multi directional heatsink and fan Your Intel LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push pin design and requires no tool to install e f you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly To install the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU making sure that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard 2 Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place LA Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable
96. erent geographic regions and your PC s system loading The built in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment Install Al Suite from the bundled support DVD To launch the ASUS Fan Xpert utility double click the Al Suite icon on the Windows notification bar and click the Fan Xpert button on the Al Suite main window Click the dropdown list button and display the fan types Select CPU Fan or Chassis Fan Fan KPert Dropdown list button Fan Name CPU Fan Profile Click to display nn the dropdown list and select a fan profile mode Click to save the setup j ASUS P5Q PRO 4 21 Click to open the Calibration wiondow Click to display the current CPU temperature and the fan speed ratio Click to cancel the Fan Xpert utility ppl Cancel 4 22 Fan profile modes Disable Select this mode to disable the Fan Xpert function Standard This mode makes the fan adjust speed in moderate pattern Silent This mode minimizes fan speed for quiet fan operation Turbo This mode boosts the fan to achieve maximal fan speed for the best cooling effect Intelligent This mode automatically adjusts the CPU fan speed with the ambient temperature Stable This mode keeps the CPU fan at the same speed to avoid noise caused by the unsteady fan rotation However the fan will speed up when the temperature exceeds 70 C User This mode allows you to change the CP
97. et copy first the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the selected hard disk drive Refer to section 4 5 Creating a RAID driver disk for details ASUS P5Q PRO 4 51 4 42 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives For optimal performance install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration 1 Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays 2 Connect the SATA signal cables 3 Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive 4 4 3 Intel RAID configurations This motherboard supports RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 and Intel Matrix Storage configurations for Serial ATA hard disks drives through the Intel ICH10R Southbridge chip Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must set the RAID item in the BIOS Setup before you can create a RAID set s To do this 1 Enter the BIOS Setup during POST 2 Goto the Main menu select Storage Configuration then press lt Enter gt Select the item Configure SATA as then press lt Enter gt to display the configuration options 4 Select RAID from the Configure SATA as item options then press lt Enter gt 5 Save your changes then exit the BIOS Setup Th Refer to the system or the motherboard user guide for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup Chapt
98. finition front panel audio module to this connector make sure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is set to HD Audio If you want to connect an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC97 Refer to page 3 27 for details 13 TPM connector 20 1 pin TPM This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module TPM system which can securely store keys digital certificates passwords and data A TPM system also helps enhance network security protects digital identities and ensures platform integrity See section 3 5 1 Security for details Te tree nm P5Q PRO es saisis saisis alo CLKRUN SERIRQ NC oo d EU Il o ar e oe J PWRDWN E mm BL JC IE JE P5Q PRO TPM connector The TPM module is purchased separately Use the ASUS TPM module ONLY ASUS P5Q PRO 2 33 2 34 14 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push d
99. fudos iP5QPRO ROM P5Q PRO specifications summary Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Storage IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Quad Core 2 Duo Pentium dual core Celeron dual core Celeron Processors Compatible with Intel 05B 05A 06 processors Support Intel 45nm Multi Core CPU Refer to www asus com for Intel CPU support list Intel P45 ICH10R 1600 1333 1066 800 MHz 4 x DIMM max 16GB DDR2 1200 1066 800 667 MHz non ECC un buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Refer to www asus com for the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists 2 x PCle 2 0 x16 support ATI CrossFireX technology dual at x 8 speed blue PCle x16_1 blue PCle x16_2 black 3 x PCle x1 2 x PCI PCIE x16 slot black at max x8 link Intel amp ICH10R Southbridge 6x SATA 3Gb s ports Intel Matrix Storage supporting SATA RAID 0 1 5 and 10 Marvell amp 88SE6111 PATA controller 1xUItraDMA 133 100 66 for up to 2 PATA devices Silicon Image Sil5723 Drive Xpert Technology 2x SATA 3 Gb s ports Supports EZ Backup and SuperSpeed functions PCle Gb LAN controller featuring AI NET2 Realtekl ALC1200 8 channel High Definition Audio CODEC Supports Jack detection Multi streaming Front Panel Jack Retasking technology Coaxial S PDIF out ports at back I O
100. h SATA device Select a device item then press lt Enter gt to display the SATA device information SATA 1 Select the type of device connected to Device Hard Disk the system Vendor WDC WD800JD 00LSAO Size 80 0GB LBA Mode Supported Block Mode 16Sectors PIO Mode 4 Async DMA MultiWord DMA 2 Ultra DMA Ultra DMA 5 SMART Monitoring Supported Type Auto LBA Large Mode Auto Select Screen Block Multi Sector Transfer M Auto Select Item PIO Mode Auto Change Option DMA Mode Auto General Help SMART Monitoring Auto Save and Exit 32Bit Data Transfer Enabled Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items Device Vendor Size LBA Mode Block Mode PIO Mode Async DMA Ultra DMA and SMART monitoring These values are not user configurable These items show N A if no IDE device is installed in the system Type Auto Selects the type of IDE drive Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring a CD ROM drive Select ARMD ATAPI Removable Media Device if your device is either a ZIP LS 120 or MO drive Configuration options Not Installed Auto CDROM ARMD LBA Large Mode Auto Enables or disables the LBA mode Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode and if the device was not previously fo
101. hbridge overvoltage settings DO NOT set the OV_CPU jumper to pins 1 2 when you install a new CPU and have not booted for the first time Doing so may cause the system to halt For system failure due to the wrong setting of the OV_CPU jumper shut down the computer and move the cap back to pins 2 3 The system may need a better cooling system for example a water cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings ASUS P5Q PRO 2 21 Keyboard Mouse power 3 pin PS2 USBPWR56 This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard mouse wake up feature Set this jumper to pins 2 3 5VSB to wake up the computer when you press a key on the keyboard mouse the default is the Space Bar This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the 5VSB lead and a corresponding setting in the BIOS PS2_USBPW56 1 2 2 3 CE CO 5V 5VSB g Default p cc iaaeaie a alala a al mn O m un li mn amme I ro Ld um H I I I P5Q PRO Keyboard Mouse power USB device wake up 3 pin USBPW1 4 PS2 USBPW56 USBPWT 10 USBPW1112 Set
102. his utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider ISP Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update 1 Place the support DVD in the optical drive The Drivers menu appears 2 Click the Utilities tab then click Install ASUS Update VX XX XX 3 The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system ASUS P5Q PRO 3 1 3 2 Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility EEE Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet 1 Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start gt Programs gt ASUS gt ASUSUpdate gt ASUSUpdate The ASUS Update main window appears gts y e windows Meda Paya C Rlj stes FT x da Booster vit 00 18 Bednar b a Edho vi MSN Explorer 1 Update Save BIOS from to a file 2 Update BIOS trom the Internet Update BIOS uting ipeched BIOS mage fie on Web Site 3 Download BIOS hom the Internet Download a tpeched BIOS mage lie va letemelt for Check BIOS Information Save cunent BIOS to a fle Pd Update BIOS hom a Sie 2 Select Update BIOS from the 3 Selectthe ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop down you to avoid network traffic or menu then click Next click Auto Select Click Next Chapter 3 BIOS setup 4 From the FTP site
103. hoice AH After you select OK to execute the Clearing the TPM function the data saved AA in the TPM security chip will be cleared and can never be restored 3 5 2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects Ain The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed BIOS SETUP UTILITY Configure advanced CPU settings Setc tha ratiosbetwdan Manufacturer Intel CPU Core Clock and the Brand String Intel R Core TM 2 Duo CPU 3 00GHz FSB Frequency Frequency 3 01GHz NOTE If an invalid FSB Speed 1340 MHz ratio is set in CMOS Cache L1 64 KB then actual and Cache L2 4096 KB setpoint values may Ratio Status Unlocked Min 06 Max 09 differ Ratio Actual Value 9 CPUID 6F9 CPU Ratio Setting Auto Select Screen C1E Support Enabled Select Item Max CPUID Value Limit Disabled Change Option Intel R Virtualization Tech Enabled General Help CPU TM function Enabled Save and Exit Execute Disable Bit Enabled Exit intel ig SpeedStep TM Tech Inebled Intel R C STATE Tech Enabled v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc CPU Ratio Setting Auto Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Configuration options Auto 06 0 07 0 08 0 09 0 Chapter 3 BIOS setup C1E Support Enabled Allows you to enable or disabl
104. ick to return to the previous page ASUS Install Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider ISP ASUS PC Probe Il This smart utility monitors the fan speed CPU temperature and system voltages and alerts you of any detected problems This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition ASUS P5Q PRO 4 3 4 4 ASUS Al Suite The ASUS Al Suite is an innovative application to do overclocking fan control power saving and quiet thermal control ASUS AI Direct Link The ASUS Al Direct Link provides up to 70 transferring speed improvement when compared to traditional USB 2 0 and is the easiest and fastest way for users to enjoy large sized data exchange of files such as movies music etc ASUS Express Gate Installs the ASUS Express Gate update application Drive Xpert Installs the ASUS Drive Xpert utility Marvell Yukon VCT Application Installs the Marvell Yukon Virtual Cable Tester VCT application that diagnoses and reports LAN cable faults and shorts using the Time Domain Reflectometry TDR technology Adobe Acrobat Reader 8 Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader that allows you to open view and print documents in Portable Doc
105. ies or other media content 4 ASUS Q Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q Shield does without the usual fingers making it convenient and easy to install With better electric conductivity it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference EMI ASUS Q Connector KIN ASUS Q Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections See page 2 35 for details ASUS O C Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O C Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings See page 4 35 for details ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 fs The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file Chapter 1 Product Introduction ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user friendly BIOS update utility Simply press the predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS Update your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS based flash utility ASUS MyLogo2 This feature allows you to convert yo
106. ies tab then click ASUS Express Gate Installer Select the language for installation choose Setup Language and click OK Select the language for this installation from the choices below English USA z The InstallShield Wizard for J Express Gate vt 11 11 Installshield Wizard Express Gate appears Click Next to conti n ue E Tre stalSveid Wired will nstal Exess Cate on you Ching ter To continue ce Neat WARNING This program amp protected by copyright lew and nionso beste Next gt Conoci ASUS P5Q PRO 4 41 4 42 5 Select the target disk volume for BY Express Gate v1 1111 Instalshield Wizard you to install Express Gate If you Choose target volume EN have multiple volumes and OS installed in your hard drive it is NVE recommended to install Express Gate in Volume C Click Nextto continue 6 Follow the screen instructions to complete installation The First Screen Express Gate s first screen appears within a few seconds after you power on the computer From here you can immediately start the web browser or Skype Express Gate You can also choose to continue booting 69 J S7 5 normally e g to your installed OS such as Windows enter BIOS setup or power O 93 9 off 7 dens If you don t make any selection Express Gate will automatically exit and boot to your normal OS after a certain amount of time The timer countdown is shown
107. ifying flash Please restart your computer A gt Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 1 4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file Prepare the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility If you use a SATA optical drive always connect the SATA cable to the SATA1 SATA 2 SATA3 SATA4 SATA5 SATA6 connector otherwise the utility will not function Recovering the BIOS from the support DVD To recover the BIOS from the support DVD 1 Turnon the system Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the DVD for the BIOS file Bad BIOS checksum Starting BIOS recovery Checking for floppy When found the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file Bad BIOS checksum Starting BIOS recovery Checking for floppy Floppy found Reading file P5QPRO ROM Completed Start flashing 4 Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process Recovering the BIOS from the USB flash disk To recover the BIOS from the USB flash disk 1 Insert the USB flash
108. inations You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while playing multi channel network games See pages 2 22 and 2 23 for details ASUS P5Q PRO 1 3 100 Japan made conductive polymer capacitors This motherboard uses all Japan made conductive polymer capacitors for durability improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity Gas Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances RoHS This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment friendly and recyclable products packagings to safeguard consumers health while minimizing the impact on the environment 1 9 2 ASUS unique features ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing power and energy consumption ASUS EPU 6 Engine 6 Engine The new ASUS EPU the world s first power saving engine has been upgraded to a new six engine version which provides total system power savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real time With auto phase switching for components which includes the CPU VGA card memory chipset drives and system fan the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking helping save power and money Al Nap With Al Nap the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when
109. installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature 2 Click the Drivers tab and then click ASUS EPU 6 Engine 3 Follow the screen instructions to complete installation Launching EPU 6 Engine Launch EPU 6 Engine by double clicking the EPU 6 Engine icon on the Windows notification area The first time you launch EPU 6 Engine the following message will appear asking you to run Calibration first i i i You are running Six Engine for the first time 4 R u nnin g cal bration al lows the Please close unnecessary programs and run the calibration system to detect CPU properties to pin hls optimize power management Run Calibration Click Run Calibration and wait for a few seconds Then the EPU 6 Engine main menu appears Chapter 4 Software support EPU 6 Engine main menu Displays CPU Power and Total CPU Energy Saving Lights up when power Displays the following saving engine is activated message if no VGA power saving engine is detected Shifts between Displays thethe display of Total amount of CO2 and Current CO2 reduced reduced Displays current mode Convenience Energy Saving Auto Mode Runs calibration Exits the utility Turbo Mode High Performance Mode Displays the system properties of each Medium Power Saving Mode made Max Power Saving Mode Advanced settings for each mode refer to the next page for further information de e Click Current d to show
110. is closest to the CPU fan connector 2 8 Chapter 2 Hardware information 3 Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU FAN mx 8 5 PUFAN Q PRO GND CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR Mas saisis s alas mal CPU FAN PWM O i n oO a a un m r9 TA me mm HH I P5Q PRO CPU fan connector EN DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector 2 3 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard 2 Rotate each fastener counterclockwise 3 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 4 Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard ASUS P5Q PRO 2 9 2 4 System memory 2 4 1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets
111. ista operating systems OS Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware Motherboard settings and hardware options vary Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Make sure that you install the Windows XP Service Pack2 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability 4 2 Support DVD information The support DVD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers software applications and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the ASUS website www asus com for updates 4 2 1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD to the optical drive The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer V 4 Ei pen PRO metere sinnet CD for Windows XP Home Professions Sr Divers Legen Make Dass Manua Cove Click an icon to display support DVD Drivers motherboard information Please select items an the right side Click an item to install DVD to locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD fF If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the support ASUS P5Q PRO 4 1 4
112. ize the application using the Preference section in the main window Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate Always on Top Enable Monitoring Panel Scheme Pight Small Enable Sound Effect Run in Boot up Session ASUS P5Q PRO 4 13 4 14 Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation CPU temperature and voltages The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes hexagonal large and rectangular small When you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section the monitor panels appear on your computer s desktop r CPU ee ll Small display Large display Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of the monitor panels in the desktop click the arrow down button of the Scheme options then select another position from the list box Click OK when finished Moving the monitor panels All monitor panels move together using a magnetic effect If you want to detach a monitor panel from de CPU the group click the horseshoe magnet Z icon You can now move or reposition the panel independently Adjusting the sensor threshold value You can adjust the sensor threshold value in the monitor panel by clicking the or buttons You can Click to also adjust the threshold values value Te i using the Config window ALEN Click to ww Emo F You cannot a
113. ke MSN Skype Google talk QQ and Yahoo Messenger to keep in touch with friends or quickly check on the weather and e mails just before leaving your house What s more the user friendly picture manager lets you view your pictures without entering Windows at anytime The actual boot time depends on the system configuration Serial ATA 3Gb s technology amp This motherboard supports the hard drives based on the Serial ATA SATA 3Gb s storage specification delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high speed data retrieval and saves See page 2 27 for details 49 IEEE 1394a support MT The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio video appliances such as digital television digital video camcorders storage peripherals amp other PC portable devices See page 2 30 for details F S PDIF digital sound ready 2 This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S PDIF out SONY PHILIPS Digital Interface jacks It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality See page 2 32 for details High Definition Audio Enjoy high end sound quality on your PC The onboard 8 channel HD audio High Definition Audio previously codenamed Azalia CODEC enables high quality 192KHz 24 bit audio output that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different dest
114. l DDR2 800 667 MHz memory architecture 1333 1066 800 MHz FSB Front Side Bus and multi core CPUs It especially includes Intel Fast Memory Access technology that significantly optimizes the use of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the memory accesses PCle 2 0 This motherboard supports the latest PCle 2 0 device for twice the current speed and bandwidth This enhances system performance while still providing backward compatibility to PCle 1 0 devices Dual channel DDR2 1200 memory support 52 The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer rates of 1200 1066 800 667 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics multimedia and Internet applications The dual channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 19 2 GB s Furthermore this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual channel and single channel functions at the same time This new feature optimizes the use of available memory size See page 2 10 for details Chapter 1 Product Introduction e ASUS Express Gate Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup Express Gate is the one stop gateway to instant fun It s a unique motherboard built in OS You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers IM li
115. lay Enabled Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc Quick Boot Enabled Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests POST while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system When set to Disabled BIOS performs all the POST items Configuration options Disabled Enabled Full Screen Logo Enabled This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature Configuration options Disabled Enabled L4 Set this item to Enabled to use the ASUS MyLogo2 feature AddOn ROM Display Mode Force BIOS Sets the display mode for option ROM Configuration options Force BIOS Keep Current Bootup Num Lock On Allows you to select the power on state for the NumLock Configuration options Off On Wait for FT If Error Enabled When set to Enabled the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error OCCUIS Configuration options Disabled Enabled Hit DEL Message Display Enabled When set to Enabled the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during POST Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 73 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the configuration options BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Settings lt Enter
116. le exiting Exit amp Discard Changes Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program If you made changes to fields other than System Date System Time and Password the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values After selecting this option a confirmation appears Select Ok to discard any changes and load the previously saved values Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if you press lt F5 gt a confirmation window appears Select Ok to load default values Select Exit amp Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non volatile RAM Chapter 3 BIOS setup This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software Software support 4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 Installing an operating system Support DVD information eene 4 1 Software information M 4 9 RAID conligurallOllS us nockcui chiuse orut ins cha ng cR CEXxC RES E ER del 4 34 Creating a RAID driver disk 4 42 ASUS P5Q PRO 4 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows XP 64 bit XP V
117. me century wvsessamneress n mmc ss Jevas v 1v 1 ho amB century nvsesizseieer s na m ps Jevons viv ho ame Ebr Jnerustsoeezsc s Ena os verieesroeneos esc v v _ 2048MB Parion Pwesweoesueskc ls jeans ps Psoeseee v P5Q PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR2 667MHz capability Vendor Chip No CL Chip Brand SS DS Part No DIMM socket support Optional A B C HomwB sua __ Heat Sink Package a na ps Ject2seamasesteroe fv Chapter 2 Hardware information P5Q PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR2 667MHz capability Vendor Chip No CL Chip Brand SS DS Part No DIMM socket support Optional A B C 512MB Aeneon AETo3R3008 S AENEON SS AET660UDOC 30DB97X V V omwB Aeneon JaEToaRaoo8 e aeneon ps Aerreouooesosemx v fv 1024MB CENTURY HYSPS12821CFP V5 5 Hynx Jos _ J2evons SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support A Supports one modules inserted into eithor slot as Single channel memory configuration B Supports one pair of modules inserted into eithor the yellow slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual channel memory configuration C Supports 4 modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual channel memory configuration aN Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2 1066 800 667 MHz QVL ASUS P5Q
118. nd wireless optional set the login credentials user name password SSID etc as well Environment Settings This function allows you to clear the Express Gate settings as well as any personal information stored by the web browser Bookmarks Cookies History etc The user data will be reset to the original default configuration After you click Restore System a confirmation dialog box will open If you click Yes in the confirmation dialog box your system will inmediately restart and then re enter Express Gate to finish clearing the settings This is also useful in the rare case where settings might become corrupted fF The first time Wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings Chapter 4 Software support Screen Settings Choose the most optimal screen resolution for your display Volume Control Control the volume for your speaker output microphone input etc Using the LaunchBar The LaunchBar has several system icons that show you various system statuses and let you configure individual Express Gate settings The LaunchBar can be configured to auto hide if you want more screen space for the softwares It can also be configured to dock on any of the four sides of the screen r 11 58AM P og T RE oO 3 0 G 5 OOOO cuoio 63 Starts the Web Browser for quick access to the World Wide Web e Starts the Photo Manager album organizer tool Sy
119. ng lt Alt gt lt F2 gt during the Power On Self Tests POST To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1 Visit the ASUS website www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard 2 Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk or a USB flash disk then restart the system 3 You can launch the EZ Flash 2 by two methods 1 Insert the floppy disk USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk drive or the USB port Press lt Alt gt lt F2 gt during POST to display the following ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3 25 FLASH TYPE HINBONDINZSPNNNG BOARD P5QOPRO BOARD Uf el Sele ye VER MIDT VER Unknown DATE 04 17 2008 DATE Unknown Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Exit 2 Enter BIOS setup program Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash2 and press lt Enter gt to enable it You can switch between drives by pressing lt Tab gt before the correct file is found Then press lt Enter gt 4 When the correct BIOS file is found EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk or a floppy disk with FAT 32 16 format and single partition only DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 1 3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to upd
120. nload if you need to update the BIOS file See Chapter 4 for details Visit www intel com for more information on the EM64T feature Visit www microsoft com for more information on Windows 64 bit OS Using the Intel EM64T feature To use the Intel EM64T feature 1 Install an Intel CPU that supports the Intel EM64T 2 Install a 64 bit operating system Windows Vista 64 bit Edition or Windows XP Professional x64 Edition 3 Install the 64 bit drivers for the motherboard components and devices from the support DVD 4 nstall the 64 bit drivers for expansion cards or add on devices if any aN Refer to the expansion card or add on device s documentation or visit the related website to verify if the card device supports a 64 bit system A 2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website www asus com support download if you need to update the BIOS See Chapter 4 for details Visit www intel com for more information on the EIST feature A 2 1 System requirements Before using EIST check your system if it meets the following requirements Intel processor with EIST support BIOS file with EIST support Operating system with EIST support Windows Vista Windows XP SP2 Linux 2 6 kernel or later versions ASUS P5Q PRO A 1 A 2 A 2 2 Using the EIST To use the EI
121. nsaction Booster item to Manual Common Performance Level 05 Set this item to a higher level for better compatibility or a lower level for better performance Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1 to 31 Pull In of CHA B PH 1 2 3 4 Disabled Set this item to Enabled to apply enhancement on DRAM Channel A and B Phase 1 to 4 The number of phases is determined by DRAM frequency and FSB strap Configuration options Disabled Enabled The following ten 10 items on the next page are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad and press the Enter key You can also use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and press the Enter key Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 4 11 CPU Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage The values range from 0 85000V to 2 10000V with a 0 00625V interval A N Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage Setting a high VCore voltage may damage the CPU permanently and setting a low VCore voltage may make the system unstable The value 2 10000V of the CPU Voltage item is supported only if the OV_CPU jumper is enabled otherwise the maximum voltage supported is 1 70000V See 2 CPU Northbridge overvoltage setting on page 2 19 for details 3 4 12 CPU PLL Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU PLL volt
122. oduct contact a qualified service technician or your retailer electronic equipment and mercury containing button cell battery should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic K This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical EE products About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports Chapter 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components It includes description of the switches jumpers and connectors on the motherboard Chapter 3 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Chapter 4 Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package and the software Appendix CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website p
123. onfiguration options No Yes 3 30 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 6 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management APM Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the configuration options BIOS SETUP UTILITY Ai Tweaker Advanced Tools Exit Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend Suspend Mode Auto Repost Video on S3 Resume No ACPI 2 0 Support Disabled ACPI APIC Support Enabled APM Configuration E Hardware Monitor Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc 3 6 1 Suspend Mode Auto Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI state to be used for system suspend Configuration options S1 POS Only S3 Only Auto 3 6 2 Repost Video on S3 Resume No Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3 STR resume Configuration options No Yes 3 6 3 ACPI 2 0 Support Disabled Add additional tables as per ACPI 2 0 specifications Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 6 4 ACPI APIC Support Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller APIC When set to Enabled the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P5Q PRO 3 31 3 32
124. ordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help required to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment j The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Vii viii Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the ele
125. ou enable the previous item Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P5Q PRO 3 27 LSI Firewire 1394 Enabled Configuration options Enabled Disabled Serial Port1 Address 3F8 IRQ4 Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address Configuration options Disabled 3F8 IRQ4 2F8 IRQ3 3E8 IRQ4 2E8 IRQ3 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB related features Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the configuration options i CREER USB Devices Enabled 1 Mouse Disabled Enabled USB Functions Enabled USB 2 0 Controller Enabled USB 2 0 Controller Mode HiSpeed BIOS EHCI Hand off Enabled Legacy USB Support Auto Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc The USB Devices Enabled item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None USB Functions Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the USB Host Controllers Configuration options Disabled Enabled L4 The following items appear only when you set USB Functions to Enabled USB 2 0 Controller Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the USB 2 0 controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled USB 2 0 Controller Mode HiSpeed Allows you to set the USB 2 0 controller mode to HiSpeed 480 Mbps or FullSpeed 12 Mbps Configu
126. own firmly until the connectors completely fit ra L ILLU oo Q EATX12V EATXPWR UT 8888 S gt gt gt 3 Volts GND 2 9 NANN 12 Volts 5 Volts t E POP co 12 Volts 5 Volts d 5V Standby 5 Volts Power OK 5 Volts BIN GND GND a B a Q 5 Volts GND 5600 GND 5 Volts PSON GND GND 3 Volts 12 Volts 3 Volts 3 Volts O PIN 1 ASUS H z mi 9 an EGET I am HH I I nm B5 P5Q PRO ATX power connectors Ld A Make sure to remove the cap on the EATX12V connector before connecting an 8 pin EPS 12V power plug Use only an 8 pin EPS 12V power plug for the EATX12V connector For a fully configured system we recommend that you use a power supply unit PSU that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2 0 or later version and provides a minimum power of 400 W Do not forget to connect the 8 pin EATX12V power plug otherwise the system will not boot Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power consuming devices The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate If you want
127. pert function ensure that you have back up all your data in your hard disks EZ Backup erases all original data in the hard disk connected to the SATA E2 white port 1 connector on the motherboard Super Speed erases all original data in both hard disks This mode alles one hard disk to backup This mode allows two herd disk to 00638 the other hard disk automaticaly The data simulftanecus y The dual channel special design can save your vital data even design can largety enhance hard dsk if One hard de damaged transfer rate Betore using Uis function plug two hard disks into the SATA COES orange and white ASUS P5Q PRO 4 37 EZ Backup To start EZ Backup configuration Click EZ Backup from the main screen 2 Check if the SATA cables 9p u and power cords are installed properly Click Next to continue gt w insure that the SATA Cables and power cords re insLabed properly GS AS LL c 3 Click Next to continue the configuration w All data on the port 0 hard drive will be copied a a to ther port 1 hard drive ie b an PORT 0 PORT 1 Cancel Next 4 All original data on the hard drive connected to the SATA E2 white port 1 connector on the motherboard will be erased WARNING Clicking Next erases all data on Make necessary backup before re E MEL proceeding Click Next to Ve EN continue we nd u 5 The setup is completed Click OK to close the configura
128. pported under Windows Vista XP and Linux 2 4 x kernel and later versions only Under Linux use the Hyper Threading compiler to compile the code If you are using any other operating systems disable the Hyper Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance Installing Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later version is recommended Make sure to enable the Hyper Threading Technology item in BIOS before installing a supported operating system For more information on Hyper Threading Technology visit www intel com info hyperthreading Using the Hyper Threading Technology To use the Hyper Threading Technology 1 Install an Intel Pentium 4 CPU that supports Hyper Threading Technology 2 Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup Under the Advanced Menu make sure that the item Hyper Threading Technology is set to Enabled The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper Threading Technology 3 Restart the computer ASUS P5Q PRO A 3 Appendix CPU features
129. put Marvell IDE Enabled Marvell IDE Boot ROM Enabled Atheros GigaBit LAN Enabled LAN Boot ROM Disabled LSI Firewire 1394 Enabled Serial Portl Address 3F8 IRQ4 Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends High Definition Audio Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the High Definition Audio Controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Front Panel Type HD Audio Allows you to set the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 or high definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports Configuration options AC97 HD Audio SPDIF OUT Mode Setting SPDIF Output Allows you to set the SPDIF output mode If your VGA card has HDMI output and need to use SPDIF signal from SPDIF OUT header you need to change HDMI Output for HDMI audio output Configuration options SPDIF Output HDMI Output Marvell IDE Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Marvell IDE controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Marvell IDE Boot ROM Enabled This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled Atheros GigaBit LAN Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Atheros LAN port Configuration options Enabled Disabled LAN Boot ROM Disabled This item appears only when y
130. r menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction The default values of the following items vary depending on the CPU and memory modules you install on the motherboard BIOS SETUP UTILITY Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner Auto CPU Ratio Setting Auto FSB Strap to North Bridge Auto DRAM Frequency Auto DRAM Timing Control Auto lst Information 4 4 4 15 3 36 5 3 2nd Information 8 3 5 4 6 4 6 3rd Information 12 5 1 4 4 DRAM Static Read Control Auto DRAM Read Training Auto MEM OC Charger Auto Ai Clock Twister Auto Ai Transaction Booster Auto Select Screen C P Bl B2 B3 B4 Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc Scroll down to display the following items LVL 3 11 11 11 11 Please key in numbers directly CPU Voltage Auto CPU PLL Voltage Auto FSB Termination Voltage Auto DRAM Voltage Auto NB Voltage Auto SB Voltage Auto PCIE SATA Voltage Auto kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkxkk Load Line Calibration Auto Select Screen CPU Spread Spectrum Auto ti Select Item PCIE Spread Spectrum Auto Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit 3 4 1 Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency S
131. r profile Cancel and return to Express Gate How Do I Get on to the Internet If Internet doesn t seem to be working in the Express Gate environment check the following 1 Open the Configuration Panel z pr kl Mal K l Ea 2594 9 A S 3 MA zi Monday o KA 0 04 21 2008 Open Configuration Panel 4 46 Chapter 4 Software support 2 Open Network JN HF Language and Ti hi Date and Time Input Method Ke rd LaunchBar Settings im o Screen Settings Volume Control Network Envi ronment Settings 3 Make the proper network configurations Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next to it Profile Save LAN1 Gy v Enable Sew Connected XX XX XX XX LAN2 LAN2 LAN e Enable Setup ii Disconnected n Us au xDSL cable dial up Close f you use a network cable connected to a home router which is then connected to your DSL cable modem enable both LAN1 and LAN2 Express Gate will automatically use whichever port LAN1 or LAN2 is connected If you plug the network cable into a different port while Express Gate is running e g move the cable from LAN1 to LAN2 you may need to press the Refresh button to detect the change The most common scenario is for your computer to automatically obtain network settings i e DHCP If this is the c
132. range and white Refer to section 4 3 11 ASUS Drive Xpert for detailed software settings ASUS P5Q PRO 4 49 Configuring Express Gate in BIOS Setup Enter BIOS setup by pressing DEL key after powering on or by clicking on the BIOS setup icon on Express Gate s first screen Express Gate configuration options are under the Tools menu Refer to section 3 8 2 Express Gate for details BIOS SETUP UTILITY Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Press ENTER to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 the utility to select and update BIOS Express Gate Enabled This utility doesn t Enter OS Timer 10 Seconds support Reset User Data No 1 NTFS format Updating Express Gate You may update your existing Express Gate software to new versions New versions of the Express Gate software will be released regularly adding refinements or new applications You can find original version of the software on the support DVD or download new versions from the ASUS support website To update Express Gate 1 Double click the Express Gate setup FT file to start software update 2 This setup will perform an upgrade of Express Gate Do you want En continue 2 Asoftware update confirmation dialog box appears Click Yes to continue 3 The InstallShield Wizard for Express Gate appears Click Next to continue 4 Follow the screen instructions to complete installation Repairing Express Gate In case Express Gate cannot start normally you can repair Express G
133. rases all original data in both hard disks BIOS SETUP UTILITY Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot ASUS EZ Flash 2 Press ENTER to run theutility to Drive Xpert Control Auto select and update Drive Xpert Mode Update Mode Change BIOS This utility Update To Super Speed Press Enter doesn t support Update To EZ Backup Press Enter 1 NTFS format Update To Normal Mode Press Enter Express Gate Enabled Enter OS Timer 10 Seconds Reset User Data No t Select Screen ASUS O C Profile ti Select Item p AI Net 2 Enter Go to Sub Screen ET General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Inc Drive Xpert Control Auto This item allows you to enable or disable the Drive Xpert function Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled Drive Xpert Mode Update Last Setting This item appears only when you set Drive Xpert Control to Auto or Enabled Set this item to Mode Change to show further settings of the Drive Xpert function Configuration options Last Setting Mode Change LA The following items appear only when you set Drive Xpert Mode Update to Mode Change Update To Super Speed Press Enter This item allows you to use Super Speed function Plug two identical SATA hard drives in the SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 connectors on the motherboard and press the Enter key Update To EZ Backup Press Enter This item allows you to use EZ Ba
134. ration options FullSpeed HiSpeed L4 The USB 2 0 Controller Mode item appears only when you enable the USB 2 0 Controller BIOS EHCI Hand off Enabled Allows you to enable the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P5Q PRO 3 29 Legacy USB Support Auto Allows you to enable or disable the support for legacy USB devices Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled Auto 3 5 6 PCIPnP The PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI PnP devices Advanced PCI PnP Settings NO lets the BIOS configure all the WARNING Setting wrong values in below sections devices in the system may cause system to malfunction YES lets the Plug And Play O S No Ko Play PnP devices not required for boot if your system has a Plug and Play operating system Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Plug And Play O S No When set to NO BIOS configures all the devices in the system When set to YES and if you install a Plug and Play operating system the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot C
135. reboot the system 2 20 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 CPU Northbridge overvoltage setting 3 pin OV CPU 3 pin OV NB These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the advanced CPU and Northbridge overvoltage settings in BIOS Read the following information before you change the jumper settings Set to pins 1 2 to activate the advanced CPU Northbridge overvoltage feature A melk o9 Q ov cPU 12 2 3 Enable OV Normal Default P5Q PRO IN Hc ET jaca Govne pee gt 1 2 2 3 JOH DEE INI SEES Enable OV Normal me cs Hi uu Default P5Q PRO CPU Northbridge overvoltage setting OV CPU OV_NB Pins 2 3 Default up to 1 70V up to 1 90V Pins 1 2 OV Enabled up to 2 10V up to 2 26V AN Before you change the jumper settings for extra high overvoltage ability use the BIOS items introduced in 3 4 Ai Tweaker first to adjust the desired CPU and Northbridge performance Make sure your system function well under the highest BIOS voltage settings before you change the setting of these two jumpers Refer to 3 4 Ai Tweaker for more information about CPU and Nort
136. rmatted with LBA mode disabled Configuration options Disabled Auto Block Multi Sector Transfer M Auto Enables or disables data multi sectors transfers When set to Auto the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi sector transfer feature When set to Disabled the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time Configuration options Disabled Auto PIO Mode Auto Allows you to select the data transfer mode Configuration options Auto 0 1 2 3 4 Chapter 3 BIOS setup DMA Mode Auto Selects the DMA mode Configuration options Auto SWDMAO SWDMA1 SWDMA2 IMWDMAQO MWDMA1 MWDMA2 UDMAO UDMA1 UDMA2 UDMA3 UDMA4 UDMA5 SMART Monitoring Auto Sets the Smart Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 32Bit Data Transfer Enabled Enables or disables 32 bit data transfer Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 3 6 Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the SATA devices installed in the system Select an item then press Enter if you want to configure the item Storage Configuration SATA Configuraton Enhanced Configure SATA as IDE Disabled Compatible Hard Disk Write Protect Disabled Enhanced IDE Detect Time Out Sec 35 SATA Configuration Enhanced Config
137. rovides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual l j DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components e when trying to complete a task LN IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task Z NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Typography Bold text Italics lt Key gt lt Key1 Key2 Key3 gt Command Indicates a menu or an item to select Used to emphasize a word or a phrase Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example lt Enter gt means that you must press the Enter or Return key If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign Example lt Ctrl Alt D gt Means that you must type the command exactly as shown then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets Example At the DOS prompt type the command line afudos i filename a
138. rrnnrrrrnvvrrnrvrrsnvrrrnvvrrrnverenrvrrnnrenn 4 41 4 4 RAID configurations au 4 51 4 4 1 RAID definitions rrrrrrrnrvrrnnrerrvvrrnvversnvvrrsnvrrsnvnrsnvsenn 4 51 4 4 2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4 52 4 43 Intel RAID configurations essesssess 4 52 4 5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4 60 4 5 1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4 60 4 5 2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4 60 Appendix CPU features A 1 Me EUT Lassa A 1 A 2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST A 1 A 3 Intel Hyper Threading Technology A 3 Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions his device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in acc
139. rs only when the Drive Xpert Mode Update item is set to Mode change and allows you to use the SATA_E1 orange port 0 and SATA_E2 white port 1 connectors as normal SATA connectors 3 40 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 8 3 Express Gate Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype Refer to section 4 3 11 ASUS Express GATE for details Configuration options Enabled Disabled Enter OS Timer 10 Seconds Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate s first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS Choose Prompt User to stay at the first screen of Express Gate for user action Configuration options Prompt User 1 second 3 seconds 5 seconds 10 seconds 15 seconds 20 seconds 30 seconds Reset User Data No Allows you to clear Express Gate s user data Configuration options No Reset When setting this item to Reset make sure to save the setting to the BIOS 50 that the user data will be cleared the next time you enter the Express Gate User data includes the Express Gate s settings as well as any personal information stored by the web browser bookmarks cookies browsing history etc This is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly The first time wizard will run again
140. rt 1 x S PDIF Out Coaxial 1 x IEEE1394a 1 x RJ45 ports 6 x USB 2 0 1 1 8 channel Audio I O 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x COM connector 1 x IDE connector 1 x TPM connector 6 x SATA connectors Red 2 x Drive Xpert SATA connectors Orange and white 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector Front panel audio connector 1 x S PDIF Out Header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24 pin ATX Power connector 1 x 8 pin ATX 12V Power connectors System Panel Q Connector 8 Mb Flash ROM AMI BIOS PnP DMI 2 0 WfM 2 0 SM BIOS 2 4 ACPI 3 0a WOL by PME WOR by PME PXE WOR by Ring Chassis Intrusion Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS Al Suite Anti virus software OEM version Image Editing Suite ATX Form Factor 12 x 9 6 30 5cm x 24 4cm Specifications are subject to change without notice xiii XIV This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports Product Introduction 1 1 NAME ver 1 1 1 2 Package cContents uuuummimneunnmimenk evnedne 1 1 13 Special TegtUre Sroa 1 2 ASUS P5Q PRO 1 1 Welcome Thank you for buying an ASUS P5Q PRO motherboard
141. rt This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED ACT LINK SPEED LED LED OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity 1 Gbps connection LAN port 4 Center Subwoofer port orange This port connects the center subwoofer speakers 5 Rear Speaker Out port black This port connects the rear speakers on a 4 channel 6 channel or 8 channel audio configuration 6 Line In port light blue This port connects the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources 7 Line Out port lime This port connects a headphone or a speaker In 4 channel 6 channel and 8 channel configuration the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out 8 M Microphone port pink This port connects a microphone ASUS P5Q PRO 2 23 9 Side Speaker Out port gray This port connects the side speakers in an 8 channel audio configuration fF Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Headset 2 channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Pink MicIn Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange
142. s x16 graphics card that comply with the PCI Express specifications Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot PCI Express x1 slot 1 PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot Blue PCIE 1 slot 2 PCI slot 2 xpress x1 slot PCI slot 1 PCI Express x1 slot 3 PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot 2 Black aN In single VGA card mode use first the PCle 2 0 x16 1 slot blue for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance In CrossFireX mode use the PCle 2 0 x16 1 blue and PCIe 2 0 x16 2 black slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance Use the two PCle 2 0 x16 slots and the universal PCle x16 slot for 3 Way CrossFireX mode We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX mode See page 2 36 for details Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA FAN1 2 3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment See page 2 33 for details ASUS P5Q PRO 2 19 2 606 Jumper 1 Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock RTC RAM in CMOS You can clear the CMOS memory of date time and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS which include system setup information such as system passwords To erase the RTC RAM 1 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 2 Move the jumper cap from pins 1 2 default to pins 2 3 Keep
143. sk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows XP Vista and later operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set For Windows Vista user you can create a RAID driver disk with a floppy disk drive or a USB flash disk drive 4 5 1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS Boot your computer Press lt Del gt during POST to enter the BIOS setup utility Set the optical drive as the primary boot device Insert the support DVD into the optical drive Save changes and exit BIOS NR NG E Press any key when the system prompts Press any key to boot from the optical drive When the menu appears press lt 1 gt to create a RAID driver disk 8 Insert a formatted floppy disk into the floppy drive then press Enter Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process 4 5 2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows To create a RAID driver disk in Windows 1 Start Windows 2 Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive 3 Goto the Make disk menu and then click Intel ICH10R 32 64 bit RAID Driver Disk to create an Intel ICH10R RAID driver disk 4 insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive or connect a USB flash disk if you are using Windows Vista OS 5 Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process A Write protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection Chapter
144. specific items for that TET TEAM menu For example selecting Main shows the Main menu items The other items Advanced Power Boot and Exit on the menu bar have their respective menu items y Floj Lani b sa b SA b SA b SA k k k k 3 2 5 Sub menu items Main menu items A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a sub menu To display the sub menu select the item and press lt Enter gt 3 2 6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the value of the field opposite the item You cannot select an item that is not user configurable A configurable field is enclosed in brackets and is highlighted when selected To change the value of a field select it then press lt Enter gt to display a list of options Refer to 3 2 7 Pop up window 3 2 7 Pop up window Select a menu item then press lt Enter gt to display a pop up window with the Te configuration options for that item 3 2 8 Scroll bar one n ES A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do Pop up window not fit on the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down keys to display the other items on the screen Scroll bar 3 2 9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3 Main menu
145. ssues across the motherboard and most notably in the following areas CPU power VGA Northbridge and Southbridge The heat pipe heatsink and strategic board layout were tailor made to dissipate heat in the most efficient manner ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech centric applications like Skype online game video conference and recording E Noise Filter b This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises non voice signals like computer fans air conditioners and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings ASUS P5Q PRO 1 5 1 6 x Drive Xpert B Without drivers or BIOS setups the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data on their hard drives or enhance hard drive performances without the hassles of complicated configurations With Drive Xpert s user friendly graphical user interface users can easily arrange hard drive backups or enhance their hard drive transfer rates making sure that data is looked after every moment every day ASUS Al Direct Link Al Direct Link can easily and efficiently transfer large amounts of data via the network cable saving up to 70 of the total time taken With Al Direct Link it becomes easy to backup or share large data files like mov
146. st Displays the contents of the support DVD in text format PD filelist F r Cat Format View feb Letie list for the Included support software for PSQ P5Q3 Deluxe motherboard sene ee eee deser f t ton Notepad chipset INF iore ono Chipset software installation utility v9 0 0 2007 for windows xP 6abit P vista 64bit vista audio 32bit SoundAx Audio Driver v 10 1 6450 for windows P 64bit Soundax Audio Driver v 10 2 6450 for windows 64bit Vista SoundMAx Audio Driver v6 10 1 645 0 for pbir windows vista amp v6 10 2 6410 for 64bit vista Ry ry ASUS EPU Driver AI Gear 3 utility vi 00 00 for windows gt P amp bit P amp ibit vista Marvell yukon Gigabit Ethernet Driver v10 22 4 3 for windows windows xp 64bit XP wHQL VCT windows xp Gabit P Marvell vukon vcT application v2 16 3 3 Package v2 14 3 3 for Marvell UNDI Driver for EFI32 v2 02 client 32 Marvell Yukon Client 32 Driver v7 05 00I Marvell pos ODI Driver v7 06 Netware Marvell Yukon Netware 4 0 Driver v7 03 Marvell Yukon Netware 1 6 Driver v7 03 Unix Marvell sco Unixware 7 1 x Driver and openunix 8 0 RIS Marvell ars Driver v8 56 1 3 for windows 2000 P 2003 Marvell ars Driver VB 56 1 3 for windows 64bit 2003 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation View the online
147. t L4 us B Eu xn OSss GEER TT SPDIF OUT P5Q PRO Digital audio connector LA The S PDIF Out cable are purchased separately 2 32 Chapter 2 Hardware information 12 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio I O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio I O module cable to this connector P BEP E Un RETUR P5Q PRO PRESENCE SENSE1 SENSE2_RETUR l gt GND AGN NC NC NC NC Line out L MIC2 MICPWR Line out R PORT2R SENSE_SEND PORT1 L UC O a PORT1 L PORT1 R SS HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 n pin definition compliant definition EI 1 m P5Q PRO Analog front panel connector LN We recommend that you connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard s high definition audio capability If you want to connect a high de
148. t verification schedule daily weekly or monthly New Schedule Allows you to set specific date and time for the schedule Physical Drive Allows you to set schedule for the selected hard disk Scheduled Displays the date and time for the setup schedule ASUS P5Q PRO 4 35 Event Log Displays event log list that might be helpful for Event Log troubleshooting and locating B an keen en Ceucievered 3 cheer Bera Gish Nori 2 12345678 2006 0M LB 13 44 48 Evert Array state rema DDD 0 Dr EH cuCOAIIH 1644 47 Eee Destined 2 drit Bon Gabe Nort i Pet OL Everk Duorvered 1 drives Box Stabus Nort log list and click Ok to close 10 12245970 SY 14034949 Deere Decovered 1 dritt Dex Stab Noni 13 122459670 ZOOM I5 10 4X3 Lett Dercevered I dires Dox Stab Mont lb W SONIA 15 54 57 Event Dercover d L drives Iioc Stab Mont 4 a system malfunction Click 4 I i SMe Evert acie ale eae chee russ nr L 5 z34567B SORA LA 12 5039 Evert Decovered dr ss Box Sats Non Refresh to update the event amp 12349670 SQ00 0W 100841 38 Event Decorered L dives Box Status Non B 1234567n MOATT 18 95 00 Ever Cicerone 1 drit Bix Shairi Neri Jz345670 2000 04 17 17 42 52 Evert Discowered I drives Box Stahus Non the window LO 12345578 BOYER SONS Event Deiccreerexd dives Bere Statens Nori l 12345 38 SRIF eS Evert Qeroevered I dier Box Ssi Mer l4 UT AYLI Evert Diker p ihi Box Gabor Nori 15 12
149. ta on your hard disk and enhances hard drive performance without the hassles of complicated configurations With its user friendly graphical user interface you can easily arrange hard drive backups or enhance the hard drive s transfer rate Installing Serial ATA hard disks For using Drive Xpert in Windows operating system we recommend that you prepare three hard disks one hard disk with operating system already installed and two hard disks for Drive Xpert configuration To install Serial ATA hard disks for Drive Xpert configuration 1 Install two SATA hard disks into the drive bays 2 Plug one end of the SATA signal cables to each drive and plug the other end of the SATA signal cables to the SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 connectors on the motherboard Refer to page 2 28 for the exact location of the SATA connectors 3 Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector of each drive th For optimal performance we highly recommend that you install identical drives of the same model and capacity The SATA E1 orange port 0 and SATA E2 white port 1 connectors on the motherboard do not support ATAPI devices and hot plug function Launching Drive Xpert in Windows OS After installing Drive Xpert from the bundled support DVD double click the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows notification area The main screen as shown on the right hand side appears Ee There are two modes for Drive Xpert EZ Ba
150. tall an expansion card 1 Before installing the expansion card read the documentation that came with itand make the necessary hardware settings for the card 2 Remove the system unit cover if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis 3 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use Keep the screw for later use 4 Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot 5 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier 6 Replace the system cover 2 5 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card configure it by adjusting the software settings 1 Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any See Chapter 4 for information on BIOS setup 2 Assign an IRQ to the card Refer to the tables on the next page 3 Install the software drivers for the expansion card aN When using PCI cards on shared slots ensure that the drivers support Share IRQ or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments Otherwise conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups making the system unstable and the card inoperable Refer to the table on the next page for details ASUS P5Q PRO 2 17 2 18 2 5 3 IRQ Priority 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 gt O COIN oci fio e Interrupt assignments Standard function System timer Keyboard controller Re direct to IRQ 9 IRQ holder for PCI st
151. these jumpers to 5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode CPU stopped DRAM refreshed system running in low power mode using the connected USB devices Set to 5VSB to wake up from 53 and S4 sleep modes The USBPW1 4 PS2_USBPW56 jumpers are for the rear USB ports The USBPW7 10 USBPW1112 jumpers are for the internal USB connectors that you can connect to additional USB ports F SH HET Q usBPW1 4 3 g B i 1 5V 5VSB Default USBPW7 10 USBPW1112 Co ng E 12 23 MI oO EH 5V 5VSB Default za P5Q PRO USB device wake up aN The USB device wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the 5VSB lead for each USB port otherwise the system will not power up The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability 5VSB whether under normal condition or in sleep mode Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 7 Connectors 2 7 1 Rear panel connectors 1 PS 2 mouse port green This port is for a PS 2 mouse 2 IEEE 1394a port This 6 pin IEEE 1394a port provides high speed connectivity for audio video devices storage peripherals PCs or portable devices 3 LAN RJ 45 po
152. tion window e gt The setup amp completed ae w PORT 0 PORT 1 ox 4 38 Chapter 4 Software support Super Speed To start Super Speed configuration Click Super Speed from the main screen 2 Check if the SATA cables m r nd and power cords are installed te t 4 p acini bas eric paar oe properly Click Next to continue vet P d cancel n rt 3 Click Next to continue the messem 94 configuration NS ul y This mode allows tw hand drives bo Annes data simultane y PORTO PORTI 4 Before proceeding ensure to back up all original data in the two hard disks Otherwise the system erases all data in both hard disks Click Next to WARNING Clicking Net eases all data on ther bee hor drives WU SN continue PORT cance Back Next 5 The setup is completed Click Drive Xp OK to close the configuration window gt T xy The setup is completed PORTO FORTI ASUS P5Q PRO 4 39 Using Drive Xpert function in BIOS setup environment You may use Drive Xpert function in BIOS setup environment To enter BIOS setup press DEL key after powering on Drive Xpert configuration options are under Tools menu Before using the Drive Xpert function ensure that you have back up all your data in your hard disks EZ Backup erases all original data in the hard disk connected to the SATA E2 white port 1 connector on the motherboard Super Speed e
153. tion of the arrow to a 135 angle PnP cap Load plate 4 Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100 angle 4A then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove 4B 5 Position the CPU over the socket CPU notch making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch AN The CPU fits in only one correct Gold J A orientation DO NOT force the ce a CPU into the socket to prevent GJ bending the connectors on the ae socket and damaging the CPU K 2 EG Alignment key TT Chapter 2 Hardware information 6 Apply several drops of thermal paste to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer AK Some heatsinks come with pre applied thermal paste If SO skip this step N The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin ensure to wash it off immediately and seek professional medical help aN To prevent contaminating the paste DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly 7 Close the load plate A then push the load lever B until it snaps into the retention tab LA The motherboard supports Intel LGA775 processors with the Intel Enhanced Memory 64 Technology EM64T Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST and Hyper Threading Technology Ref
154. to AHCI CD DVD Boot Time out wait ready longer H AHCI Portl Not Detected H AHCI Port2 Not Detected H AHCI Port3 Not Detected H AHCI Port4 Not Detected H AHCI Port5 Not Detected H AHCI Port6 Not Detected AHCI CD DVD Boot Time out 15 Selects the boot time out value for ACHI CD DVD devices Congifuration options 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 AHCI Port1 6 XXXX Displays the status of auto detection of SATA devices AHCI Porti Device Not Detected Select the type of devices connected SATA Portl Auto to the system SMART Monitoring Enabled SATA Port1 Auto Allows you to select the type of device connected to the system Configuration options Auto Not Installed SMART Monitoring Enabled Allows you to set the Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology Configration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3 8 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2008 American Megatrends Bios Information Displays the auto detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto detected system memory ASUS P5Q PRO 3 15 3 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items Take caution when changing the settings of the Ai Tweake
155. to open the monitor window Displays the CPU system temperature CPU memory PCIE voltage and CPU chassis fan speed Displays the FSB CPU frequency Click f l on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit ASUS P5Q PRO 4 19 4 3 5 ASUS Al Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation After installing Al Suite from the bundled support DVD you can launch the utility by double clicking the Al Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the Al Nap button on the Al Suite main window Click Yes on the confirmation screen re pou sure that you want to enter Al Nap mode LS To exit Al Nap mode press the system power or mouse button then click Yes on the confirmation screen re vou sure that you want to leave Al Map Fi mode ees click the Al Suite icon on the OS taskbar select Al Nap and click Use power A To switch the power button functions from Al Nap to shutting down just right x button Unclick the the item to switch the function back 4 20 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 6 ASUS Fan Xpert Asus Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in diff
156. to use two high end PCI Express x16 cards use a PSU with 500W to 600W power or above to ensure the system stability If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguage en us for details Chapter 2 Hardware information 15 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions o a B d PLED SPEAKER i E s Gd HF E y ge T zs oOo A rooo H X PANEL Eeee PIN 1 ao ge Oo 0 IDE LED WW LU a O o ria SAn DE LED co Requires an ATX power supply mme m P5Q PRO System panel connector System power LED 2 pin PLED This 2 pin connector is for the system power LED Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power and blinks when the system is in sleep mode Hard disk drive activity LED 2 pin IDE LED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD
157. tripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing 5 Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press Enter The default value indicates the maximum capacity allowed ASUS P5Q PRO 4 57 6 Press Enter when the Create Volume item is highlighted The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to create this volume Y N 7 Press Y to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or N to go back to the Create Volume menu Creating a RAID 5 set parity To create a RAID 5 set 1 From the utility main menu select 1 Create RAID Volume and press Enter The following screen appears Intel R Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8 0 0 1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright C 2003 08 Intel C oration All Rights Reserved c Name RAID Level RAID5 Parity Disks Select Disks Strip Size 64KB Capacity XXX GB Create Volume Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu Enter Select 2 Enter a name for the RAID 5 set and press Enter 3 When the RAID Level item is highlighted press the up down arrow key to select RAID 5 Parity and then press Enter 4 58 Chapter 4 Software support 4 The Disks item is highlighted press Enter to select the hard disk drives to configure as RAID The following screen appears Port Drive Model Serial i Size Stat
158. ture Turn off your firewall software other than Windows Firewall before launching Al Direct Link The transfer rate is limited if you use a 10 100 LAN card Using AI Direct Link To enable the incoming folder 1 From the Windows taskbar right click on the AI Direct Link icon i and select Incoming folder gt Enable incoming folder p ASUS Al Direct Link A For Windows XP Home edition Sel click Steps of For Windows XP Home edition enabling file sharing on this pop up message and follow Before enabling this function please ensure that your Internet i environment is safe To proceed please referto the link below the instructions to enable the to enable file sharing or click OK to continue incoming folder Steps of enabling file sharing 2 Ifyou want to to verify the incoming FEET user select Use my account and Setting your own ID and password while enabling the incoming set your username and password folder function is strongly recommended n H Failure to do 50 may cause your data in the incoming folder to Otherwise select Use public be shared with an other unallowable user aer connecting to a account network C Use public account i For security s sake it is Use my account recommended that you set a Username SUS username and password Password EF 3 Click OK and the Ready for incoming message L ASUS AI Direct Link appears TM ready for incoming
159. ument Format PDF Ulead Burn Now Installs the Ulead Burn Now application for Audio DVD CD and data disc creation Microsoft DirectX 9 0c Installs the Microsoft DirectX 9 0c driver The Microsoft DirectX 9 0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound DirectX improves the multimedia features of you computer so you can enjoy watching TV and movies capturing videos or playing games in your computer Visit the Microsoft website www microsoft com for updates Corel MediaOne Starter Installs the Corel MediaOne Starter application to easily manage edit share and protect your multimedia data Ulead Photolmpact 12 SE Installs the Photolmpact image editing software CyberLink PowerBackup Installs CyberLink PowerBackup to back up and restore your data easily Chapter 4 Software support Winzip 11 Installs the Winzip utility for easy file compression and protection 4 2 4 Make disk menu The Make disk menu contains items to create the Intel ICH10R or Marvell 61xx driver disk Make disk Pleas setet tome on the right side Intel ICH10R 32 64 bit RAID AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH10R 32 64bit RAID AHCI driver disk Marvell 61xx 32 64bit Driver Allows you to create a Marvell 61xx 32 64bit driver disk ASUS P5Q PRO 4 5 4 2 5 Manual menu The Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals Click an item to open the folder of the user manual
160. un Le if 2 36 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 8 Starting up for the first time 7 After making all the connections replace the system case cover Be sure that all switches are off Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector Turn on the devices in the following order a Monitor b External SCSI devices starting with the last device on the chain c System power After applying power the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up For systems with ATX power supplies the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button If your monitor complies with green standards or if it has a power standby feature the monitor LED may light up or switch between orange and green after the system LED turns on The system then runs the power on self tests or POST While the tests are running the BIOS beeps see BIOS beep codes table below or additional messages appear on the screen If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power the system may have failed a power on test Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause repe
161. ur favorite photo into a 256 color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen 1 3 3 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Al Booster The ASUS Al Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS Precision Tweaker 2 Allows the user to adjust the NB Voltage FSB termination Voltage CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in 0 02v steps to finetune voltages to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration C P R CPU Parameter Recall VERRY The C P R feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking When the system hangs due to overclocking C P R eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data Simply shut down and reboot the system and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter ASUS P5Q PRO 1 7 1 8 Chapter 1 Product Introduction This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard Hardware information 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 7 Belore Vou proce dm 2 1 Motherboard layout eere 2 2
162. uration options Disabled Compatible Enhanced Configure SATA as IDE Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip Configuration options IDE RAID AHCI If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices keep the default setting IDE If you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host Controller Interface AHCI set this item to AHCI The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands If you want to create a RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 or the Intel Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk drives set this item to RAID ASUS P5Q PRO 3 13 3 14 Hard Disk Write Protect Disabled Disables or enables device write protection This will be effective only if the device is accessed through BIOS Configuration option Disabled Enabled IDE Detect Time Out Sec 35 Selects the time out value for detecting ATA ATAPI devices Configuration options 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 3 3 7 AHCI Configuration This menu is the section for AHCI configuration It appears only when you set the item Configure SATA as from the sub menu of SATA Configuration to AHCI AHCI Settings Some SATA CD DVD in EEE F ACT mode need
163. us 0 XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XX XGB Non RAID Disk 1 p 6 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 04 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 XX XGB Non RAID Disk 2 p0 0 0 000 0 000 0 4 6 0 0 0 9 0 04 XX XGB Non RAID Disk 3 9 9 0 9 9 9 99 9 904 0 9 9 9 0 0 9 4 XX XGB Non RAID Disk Select 3 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume 1 Previous Next SPACE SelectsDisk ENTER Done 5 Use the up down arrow key to highlight the drive you want to set and then press lt Space gt to select A small triangle marks the selected drive Press lt Enter gt after completing your selection 6 When the Stripe Size item is highlighted press the up down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 5 array and then press lt Enter gt The available stripe size values range from 16 KB to 128 KB The default stripe size is 64 KB EN We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing 7 Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and then press Enter The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity 8 Press Enter when the Create Volume item is highlighted The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to create this volume Y N 9 Press Y to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or N to go back to the Create Volume menu ASUS P5Q PRO 4 59 4 5 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy di

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