Asus P5E3 Premium WiFi-AP@n: инструкция

P5E3 Premium/

WiFi-AP @n

Motherboard

E3529

First Edition

November 2007

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Contents

Contents ...................................................................................................... iii

Notices ....................................................................................................... viii

Safety information ...................................................................................... ix

About this guide .......................................................................................... x

P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n specications summary ............................ xii

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Package contents .........................................................................

1-1

1.3 Special features ............................................................................

1-2

1.3.1 Product highlights ...........................................................

1-2

1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ..................................

1-4

1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and

Overclocking features ..................................................... 1-8

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .................................................................

2-2

2.2.1 Placement direction ........................................................

2-2

2.2.2 Screw holes ....................................................................

2-2

2.2.3 Motherboard layout .........................................................

2-3

2.2.4 Layout contents ...............................................................

2-4

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................

2-6

2.3.1 Installing the CPU ...........................................................

2-7

2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ................................

2-9

2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan ..........................

2-11

2.4 System memory .........................................................................

2-13

2.4.1 Overview .......................................................................

2-13

2.4.2 Memory congurations ..................................................

2-13

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ..........................................................

2-17

2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................

2-17

2.5 Expansion slots ..........................................................................

2-18

2.5.1 Installing an expansion card .........................................

2-18

2.5.2 Conguring an expansion card .....................................

2-18

2.5.3 Interrupt assignments ...................................................

2-19

2.5.4 PCI slots ........................................................................

2-20

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2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots ..................................................... 2-20

2.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots .............................................

2-20

2.5.7 Universal PCI Express x16 slot .....................................

2-20

2.5.8 AI Slot Detector .............................................................

2-21

2.6 Jumpers ......................................................................................

2-22

2.7 Connectors .................................................................................

2-24

2.7.1 Rear panel connectors ..................................................

2-24

2.7.2 Internal connectors .......................................................

2-27

2.7.3 Installing the optional fans ............................................

2-39

Chapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the rst time ........................................................ 3-1

3.2 Turning off the computer .............................................................

3-2

3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function ....................................

3-2

3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch ..............................

3-2

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 4-1

4.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................

4-1

4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ...................................................

4-4

4.1.3 AFUDOS utility ................................................................

4-5

4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ......................................

4-7

4.2 BIOS setup program ....................................................................

4-8

4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ..........................................................

4-9

4.2.2 Menu bar .........................................................................

4-9

4.2.3 Navigation keys ...............................................................

4-9

4.2.4 Menu items ...................................................................

4-10

4.2.5 Sub-menu items ............................................................

4-10

4.2.6 Conguration elds .......................................................

4-10

4.2.7 Pop-up window .............................................................

4-10

4.2.8 Scroll bar .......................................................................

4-10

4.2.9 General help .................................................................

4-10

4.3 Main menu ..................................................................................

4-11

4.3.1 System Time ..................................................................

4-11

4.3.2 System Date ..................................................................

4-11

4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A

..............................................................................4-11

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4.3.4 Language .......................................................................4-11

4.3.5 SATA 1-6 .......................................................................

4-12

4.3.6 SATA Conguration .......................................................

4-13

4.3.7 AHCI Conguration .......................................................

4-14

4.3.8 System Information .......................................................

4-15

4.4 Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................

4-16

4.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner ........................................................

4-16

4.4.2 CPU Ratio Control ........................................................

4-17

4.4.3 FSB Strap to North Bridge ............................................

4-17

4.4.4 DRAM Frequency .........................................................

4-18

4.4.5 DRAM Command Rate .................................................

4-18

4.4.6 DRAM CMD Skew on Channel A/B ..............................

4-19

4.4.7 DRAM CLK Skew on Channel A/B ................................

4-19

4.4.8 DRAM Timing Control ...................................................

4-19

4.4.9 DRAM Static Read Control ...........................................

4-21

4.4.10 DRAM Dynamic Write Control

....................................... 4-21

4.4.11 Ai Clock Twister

............................................................. 4-21

4.4.12 Ai Transaction Booster ..................................................

4-21

4.4.13 CPU Voltage .................................................................

4-21

4.4.14 CPU PLL Voltage ..........................................................

4-22

4.4.15 FSB Termination Voltage

............................................... 4-22

4.4.16 DRAM Voltage ..............................................................

4-22

4.4.17 NB Voltage ....................................................................

4-22

4.4.18 SB Voltage ....................................................................

4-22

4.4.19 Clock Over-Charging Voltage .......................................

4-22

4.4.20 Load-Line Calibration ....................................................

4-23

4.4.21 CPU GTL Voltage Reference ........................................

4-23

4.4.22 NB GTL Voltage Reference ...........................................

4-23

4.4.23 CPU Spread Spectrum .................................................

4-23

4.4.24 PCIE Spread Spectrum .................................................

4-23

4.5 Advanced menu .........................................................................

4-24

4.5.1 CPU Conguration ........................................................

4-24

4.5.2 Chipset ..........................................................................

4-26

4.5.3 Onboard Device Conguration ......................................

4-27

4.5.4 USB Conguration ........................................................

4-28

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4.5.5 PCIPnP ......................................................................... 4-29

4.6 Power menu ................................................................................

4-30

4.6.1 Suspend Mode ..............................................................

4-30

4.6.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ........................................

4-30

4.6.3 ACPI 2.0 Support ..........................................................

4-30

4.6.4 ACPI APIC Support .......................................................

4-30

4.6.5 APM Conguration ........................................................

4-31

4.6.6 Hardware Monitor .........................................................

4-32

4.7 Boot menu ..................................................................................

4-35

4.7.1 Boot Device Priority ......................................................

4-35

4.7.2 Boot Settings Conguration ..........................................

4-36

4.7.3 Security .........................................................................

4-37

4.8 Tools menu .................................................................................

4-39

4.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ..........................................................

4-39

4.8.2 ASUS Express Gate .....................................................

4-40

4.8.3 ASUS O.C. Prole .........................................................

4-41

4.8.4 Ai Net 2 .........................................................................

4-42

4.9 Exit menu ....................................................................................

4-43

Chapter 5: Software support

5.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 5-1

5.2 Support DVD information ............................................................

5-1

5.2.1 Running the support DVD ...............................................

5-1

5.2.2 Drivers menu ...................................................................

5-2

5.2.3 Utilities menu ..................................................................

5-3

5.2.4 Make disk menu ..............................................................

5-5

5.2.5 Manual menu ..................................................................

5-6

5.2.6 ASUS Contact information ..............................................

5-6

5.2.7 Other information ............................................................

5-7

5.3 Software information ...................................................................

5-9

5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3™ ...........................................................

5-9

5.3.2 AI NET2 .........................................................................

5-11

5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II .........................................................

5-12

5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite ...............................................................

5-18

5.3.5 ASUS EPU Utility -- AI Gear 3 ......................................

5-20

5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap ................................................................

5-21

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5.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2 .............................................................. 5-22

5.3.8 ASUS AI Booster ...........................................................

5-23

5.3.9 ASUS AI Direct Link ......................................................

5-24

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5.3.10 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX

High Denition Audio utility) ... 5-26

5.3.11 ASUS Express Gate .....................................................

5-35

5.4 RAID congurations ..................................................................

5-42

5.4.1 RAID denitions ............................................................

5-42

5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks .....................................

5-43

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5.4.3 Intel

RAID congurations ............................................. 5-43

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5.4.4 JMicron

RAID Conguration ........................................ 5-51

5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk .......................................................

5-59

5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ....

5-59

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5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows

...................... 5-59

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Chapter 6: ATI

CrossFire™ technology support

6.1 Overview ....................................................................................... 6-1

6.1.1 Requirements ..................................................................

6-1

6.1.2 Before you begin .............................................................

6-1

6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards .......................................

6-2

6.3 Software information ...................................................................

6-5

6.3.1 Installing the device drivers .............................................

6-5

6.3.2 Using the Catalyst™ Control Center ...............................

6-7

Appendix: CPU features

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A.1 Intel

EM64T ..................................................................................A-1

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Using the Intel

EM64T feature ......................................................A-1

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A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep

Technology (EIST) ........................A-1

A.2.1 System requirements ......................................................

A-1

A.2.2 Using the EIST ................................................................

A-2

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A.3 Intel

Hyper-Threading Technology ...........................................A-3

Using the Hyper-Threading Technology ........................................A-3

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

•

This 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 accordance 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.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is

required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications

to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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.

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Safety information

Electrical safety

•

To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the

electrical 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 x it by yourself. Contact a

qualied 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 product, contact a qualied

service technician or your retailer.

This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical,

electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not

be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic

products.

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Chapter summary

1

1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Package contents .........................................................................

1-1

1.3 Special features ............................................................................

1-2

ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n

1.1 Welcome!

®

Thank you for buying an ASUS

P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n motherboard!

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 P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n

I/O modules 1 x Multi-function module (1-port IEEE 1394a

module and 2-port USB 2.0 module)

Cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable for 2 devices

6 x Serial ATA signal cables

1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable

1 x Floppy disk drive cable

Accessories ASUS Q-Shield (I/O shield)

1 x 3 in 1 Q-connector

2 x ASUS Optional Fans for Water-Cooling or

Passive-Cooling only

1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system

panel; Retail version only)

2 x WiFi-AP @n omni-directional antennae

Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD

Documentation User guide

ASUS WiFi-AP @n manual

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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1.3 Special features

1.3.1 Product highlights

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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.

Intel X48 Chipset

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The Intel

X48 Express Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support dual-

channel DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 architecture, 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 FSB

(Front Side Bus), dual PCI Express x16 graphics and multi-core CPUs. It especially

®

includes Intel

Fast Memory Access technology that signicantly optimizes the use

of available memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the memory accesses.

DDR3 memory support

The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates

of 1800(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth

requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The

dual-channel DDR3 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory

to boost system performance. 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

2-13 for details.

ASUS Express Gate

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction

With a fast bootup speed of only 5 seconds, the ASUS Express Gate offers a

unique environment that allows you to enjoy instant access to commonly used

functions like web browsing or communcation without entering the traditional OS.

See pages 5-35 to 5-41 for details .

The bootup speed depends on system congurations.

WiFi-AP @n

With spec 300 Mbps transfer rates, WiFi-AP @n supports the latest WiFi

specications, 802.11n (draft), for better signal coverage, stronger signals and

faster data transmissions in comparison to previous 802.11b/g standards. With two

antennas, you will not suffer from signal loss like before. You can also enjoy the

choice to set the device in AP-Mode or Client Mode. Refer to the bundled ASUS

WiFi-AP @n manual for more details.

AI Direct Link

AI Direct Link can easily and efciently transfer large amounts of data via the

network cable - saving up to 70% of the total time taken. With AI Direct Link, it

becomes easy to backup or share large data les like movies or other media

content. See pages 5-24 and 5-25 for details.

PCIe 2.0

This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for twice the current speed

and bandwidth. This enhances system performance while still providing backward

compatibility to PCIe 1.0 devices. See pages 2-20 and 2-21 for details.

Serial ATA 3 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go

This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial

ATA (SATA) 3 Gb/s storage specication, delivering enhanced scalability and

doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. The external

SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions.

Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents to external devices.

See pages 2-25 and 2-29 for details.

Dual RAID solution

®

The Intel

ICH9R Southbridge incorporates six Serial ATA connectors with high

performance RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 functions, and the JMicron controller provides

another two Serial ATA connectors for RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD functions,

making this motherboard an ideal solution to enhance hard disk performance and

data back up protection without the cost of add-on cards. See pages 2-25, 2-26

and 2-29 for details.

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IEEE 1394a support

The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video

appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals

& other PC portable devices. See pages 2-24 and 2-31 for details.

S/PDIF digital sound ready

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 pages 2-24 and 2-26 for details.

Dual Gigabit LAN solution

The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to serve as a network

gateway for managing trafc between two separate networks. This capability

ensures rapid transfer of data from WAN to LAN without any added arbitration or

latency. See page 2-24 for details.

High Denition Audio

Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High

Denition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality

192KHz/24-bit audio output that simultaneously sends different audio streams to

different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while

playing multi-channel network games. See pages 2-24 and 2-25 for details.

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.

1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features

ASUS Power Saving Solution

ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced

computing power and energy consumption.

1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction

ASUS EPU

The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to digitally monitor and

tune the CPU power supply with improved VR responses in heavy or light

loadings. It automatically provides power for higher performance or improve

efciency by 7% when the PC is running low intensity applications. Working

together with AI Gear 3, this can help you attain the best possible power

efciency and energy savings up to 58.6% to help save the environment. See

page 5-20 for details.

AI Nap

With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise

when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS

environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. See page 5-21 for

details.

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the

overclocking capability.

ASUS 3rd Generation 8 Phase Power Design

Longer Life, & Higher Efciency!

With power efciency so important to operating temperatures, ASUS' 3rd

generation 8-phase VRM design leads the industry with its 95% power

efciency. High quality power components such as low RDS (on) MOSFETs

for minimum switching loss & 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 efciency.

Fanless Design - Stack Cool 2

ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers

the temperature of critical heat generating components. The motherboard

uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat

these critical components generate.

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Fanless Design - Pure Copper Heat-pipe

The Heat Pipe design effectively directs the heat generated by the chipsets to

the heatsink near the back IO ports, where it can be carried away by existing

airow from CPU fan or bundled optional fan. The purpose of the innovative

heat pipe design on this motherboard is that the groundbreaking fanless

design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. Furthermore, it

provides options for users to install side-ow fan or passive cooler. The Heat

Pipe design is the most reliable fanless thermal solution to date.

DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and

affect the heat dissipation performance.

Optional Fan (for Water-Cooling or Passive-Cooling only)

The optional fan is specically designed to provide sufcient airow over the

CPU power modules and chipset area when water-cooling or passive-cooling

is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for the entire system. See page

2-39 for details.

Q-Fan 2

ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan

speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efcient operation.

See pages 4-32 and 5-22 for details.

ASUS Crystal Sound

This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game,

video conference and recording.

AI Audio 2

AI Audio 2 creates a virtual center channel that expands the overall sound

eld without introducing a picket fencing effect. Preserving the dialogue or

solo performances with downmixing from multichannels will allow you to

experience true-to-life high quality audio. See pages 5-26 to 5-34 for details.

Noise Filter

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. See pages 5-29 and 5-34 for

details.

1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction

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 Q-Shield

The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield provides conductivity to best protect

your motherboard against static electricity damage and shields it against

Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Without the usual "ngers" present,

this new design is convenient and safe to install.

ASUS Q-Connector

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 2-38 for details.

ASUS AI Slot Detector

When PCIE/PCI devices are installed, you can nd out if they are installed

successfully via ASUS’s innovatively designed on-board LEDs when they

switch on the power. This provides an efcient way to identify the correct way

to set up without entering the operating system. See page 2-21 for details.

ASUS O.C. Prole

The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Prole that allows users to

conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be

stored in the CMOS or a separate le, giving users freedom to share and

distribute their favorite settings. See page 4-41 for details.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data

from a USB ash disk containing the BIOS le. See page 4-7 for details.

ASUS EZ Flash 2

EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predened

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 ash utility. See pages 4-4 and 4-39 for details.

ASUS P5E3 Premium/WiFi-AP @n 1-7

ASUS MyLogo3™

This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo

for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. See pages 4-36 and 5-9 for

details.

ASUS Multi-language BIOS

The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the

available options. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you congure your system

easier and faster. See page 4-11 for details.

1.3.3 ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking

features

AI Booster

The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows

environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. See page 5-23 for details.

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 netune voltages to achieve the

most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking conguration. See

page 4-22 for details.

C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)

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.

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