Asus P5AD2-E Deluxe User manual

Motherboard
P5AD2-E
Deluxe

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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................ vi
Safety information ............................................................................. vii
About this guide ............................................................................... viii
Typography ......................................................................................... ix
P5AD2-E Deluxe specifications summary ............................................ x
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
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 Proactive features .................................... 1-5
1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-6
Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
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 ASUS Stack Cool ..................................................... 2-3
2.2.4 Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-4
2.2.5 Layout contents ..................................................... 2-5
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-7
2.3.1 Installing the CPU.................................................... 2-7
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ...................... 2-10
2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan .................. 2-12
2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-14
2.4.1 Overview ............................................................... 2-14
2.4.2 Memory configurations ......................................... 2-14
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 Configuring an expansion card.............................. 2-18
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments .......................................... 2-19
2.5.4 PCI slots ................................................................ 2-20
2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot ............................................. 2-20
2.5.6 PCI Express x1 slot ............................................... 2-20
2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................. 2-21
2.7 Connectors ......................................................................... 2-23
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors .......................................... 2-23
2.7.2 Internal connectors............................................... 2-25

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Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
Chapter 3: Powering up
3.1 Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1
3.2 Powering 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
3.3 ASUS POST Reporter™ .......................................................... 3-3
3.3.1 Vocal POST messages ............................................ 3-3
3.3.2 Winbond Voice Editor ............................................. 3-5
Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1
4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk .............................. 4-1
4.1.2 AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 4-2
4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 4-5
4.1.4 ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 4-7
4.1.5 ASUS Update utility ................................................ 4-8
4.2 BIOS setup program ........................................................... 4-11
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................. 4-12
4.2.2 Menu bar ............................................................... 4-12
4.2.3 Navigation keys .................................................... 4-12
4.2.4 Menu items ........................................................... 4-13
4.2.5 Sub-menu items ................................................... 4-13
4.2.6 Configuration fields .............................................. 4-13
4.2.7 Pop-up window ..................................................... 4-13
4.2.8 Scroll bar .............................................................. 4-13
4.2.9 General help .......................................................... 4-13
4.3 Main menu .......................................................................... 4-14
4.3.1 System Time ......................................................... 4-14
4.3.2 System Date ......................................................... 4-14
4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ................................................ 4-14
4.3.4 Language .............................................................. 4-14
4.3.5 Primary, Third and Fourth IDE Master/Slave ......... 4-15
4.3.6 IDE Configuration .................................................. 4-16
4.3.7 System Information .............................................. 4-18
4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................. 4-19
4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration .................................... 4-19
4.4.2 LAN Cable Status ................................................. 4-23
4.4.3 USB Configuration ................................................. 4-24
4.4.4 CPU Configuration ................................................. 4-25
4.4.5 Chipset ................................................................. 4-27

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4.4.6 Onboard Devices Configuration ............................ 4-29
4.4.7 PCI PnP ................................................................. 4-31
4.4.8 Speech Configuration ........................................... 4-32
4.5 Power menu ........................................................................ 4-33
4.5.1 Suspend Mode ...................................................... 4-33
4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................ 4-33
4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................. 4-33
4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ................................................ 4-33
4.5.5 APM Configuration ................................................ 4-34
4.5.6 Hardware Monitor ................................................. 4-36
4.6 Boot menu .......................................................................... 4-38
4.6.1 Boot Device Priority .............................................. 4-38
4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ................................. 4-39
4.6.3 Security ................................................................ 4-40
4.7 Exit menu ........................................................................... 4-43
Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support
Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support
Chapter 5: Software support
5.1 Installing an operating system ............................................. 5-1
5.2 Support CD information ........................................................ 5-1
5.2.1 Running the support CD ......................................... 5-1
5.2.2 Drivers menu .......................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 Utilities menu .......................................................... 5-3
5.2.4 Manuals menu ......................................................... 5-5
5.2.5 Contact information ............................................... 5-5
5.2.6 Other information ................................................... 5-6
5.3 Software information ........................................................... 5-8
5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ .................................................... 5-8
5.3.2 AI NET2 ................................................................ 5-10
5.3.3 C-Media 3D audio configuration ........................... 5-11
5.4 RAID configurations ............................................................ 5-16
5.4.1 Installing hard disks .............................................. 5-17
5.4.2 Intel
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RAID configurations .................................... 5-17
5.4.3 ITE
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8212F RAID configurations ........................... 5-23
5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ................................................. 5-29
Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features
Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features
Appendix: CPU features
A.1 Intel
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EM64T ........................................................................ A-1
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
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Technology (EIST) .................... A-1
A.2.1 System requirements ............................................. A-1
A.2.2 Using the EIST ........................................................ A-2
A.3 Intel
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Hyper-Threading Technology ...................................... A-3

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
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.
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
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 CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.ICES-003.
ICES-003.ICES-003.
ICES-003.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics
card is 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.

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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
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 fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
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 qualified
service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and
configuring the motherboard.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
This user guide contains the following parts:
••
••
•Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports.
••
••
•Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
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.
••
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•Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
Chapter 3: Powering upChapter 3: Powering up
Chapter 3: Powering up
This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST
messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
••
••
•Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setupChapter 4: BIOS setup
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also
provided.
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•Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support
Chapter 5: Software supportChapter 5: Software support
Chapter 5: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes
with the motherboard package.
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•Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features
Appendix: CPU featuresAppendix: CPU features
Appendix: CPU features
The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the
motherboard supports.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
1.1.
1. ASUS websitesASUS websites
ASUS websitesASUS websites
ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Optional documentationOptional documentation
Optional documentationOptional documentation
Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.
TypographyTypography
TypographyTypography
Typography
Bold textBold text
Bold textBold text
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the
key names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
Command 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]
afudos /iP5GD2.ROM
DANGER/WARNING:DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING:DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
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CPUCPU
CPUCPU
CPU
ChipsetChipset
ChipsetChipset
Chipset
Front Side BusFront Side Bus
Front Side BusFront Side Bus
Front Side Bus
MemoryMemory
MemoryMemory
Memory
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slotsExpansion slots
Expansion slots
StorageStorage
StorageStorage
Storage
High DefinitionHigh Definition
High DefinitionHigh Definition
High Definition
AudioAudio
AudioAudio
Audio
LANLAN
LANLAN
LAN
USBUSB
USBUSB
USB
IEEE 1394IEEE 1394
IEEE 1394IEEE 1394
IEEE 1394
OverclockingOverclocking
OverclockingOverclocking
Overclocking
featuresfeatures
featuresfeatures
features
LGA775 socket for Intel
®
Pentium
®
4/Celeron processor
Compatible with Intel
®
PCG 04A and 04B processors
Supports Intel
®
Enhanced Memory 64Technology (EM64T)
Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
®
Technology (EIST)
Northbridge: Intel
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925XE Memory Controller Hub (MCH)
Southbridge: Intel
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ICH6R
1066/800 MHz
Dual-channel memory architecture
4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred non-ECC
DDR2-711 (FSB 1066)/DDR2-600 (FSB 800)/
DDR2-533 (FSB 1066/800) MHz memory modules
Up to 4 GB system memory
Native DDR2-711/600 support
1 x PCI Express x16 slot
2 x PCI Express x1 slots
3 x PCI slots
Intel
®
ICH6R South Bridge supports:
- 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 hard disk
- 4 x Serial ATA hard disks with RAID 0, RAID 1
configuration and Intel
®
Matrix Storage Technology
ITE 8212F IDE RAID controller supports:
- 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 hard disks
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and JBOD configuration
Intel
®
High Definition Audio (HD Audio)
C-Media CMI9880 7.1-channel audio CODEC
Dolby
®
Digital Live™technology support
Coaxial and optical S/PDIF out ports
Marvell
®
88E8053 PCI Express™Gigabit LAN controller
Supports Marvell
®
Virtual Cable Tester technology
Supports POST Network-diagnostic program
Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports
IEEE 1394a port (rear panel)
IEEE 1394a connector (midboard)
ASUS AI Overclocking
ASUS NOS (Non-delay Overclocking System)
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
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Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) from 100 MHz up
to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment
Adjustable FSB/DDR2 frequencies with fixed PCI/PCI-E
frequencies
ASUS Post Reporter™
ASUS Q-Fan2
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
ASUS Multi-language BIOS
ASUS MyLogo2
ASUS Stack Cool™technology
8 MB Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,
WfM2.0
1 x Parallel port
1 x IEEE 1394a port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)
8-channel audio ports
1 x Floppy disk drive connector
1 x Primary IDE connector
2 x IDE RAID connectors
4 x Serial ATA connectors
1 x Optical drive audio connector
1 x Front panel High Definition Audio connector
2 x USB connectors
1 x IEEE 1394a port connector
1 x GAME/MIDI port connector
1 x Serial port connector
2 x Chassis fan connectors
CPU fan connector
Power fan connector
Chassis intrusion connector
ATX power connectors (24-pin and 4-pin)
System panel connector
ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs)
ATX 12V 2.0 compliant
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
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OverclockingOverclocking
Overclocking
featuresfeatures
featuresfeatures
features
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Special featuresSpecial features
Special features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
BIOS featuresBIOS features
BIOS features
Rear panelRear panel
Rear panelRear panel
Rear panel
InternalInternal
InternalInternal
Internal
connectorsconnectors
connectorsconnectors
connectors
PowerPower
PowerPower
Power
RequirementRequirement
RequirementRequirement
Requirement
Form FactorForm Factor
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Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe
ASUS Update
ASUS AI Booster
Microsoft
®
DirectX 9.0c
Anti-virus software
Winbond Voice Editor
Adobe Acrobat Reader
ASUS Screensaver
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Support CDSupport CD
Support CDSupport CD
Support CD
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Product
introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard
features and the new technologies
it supports.

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1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-1
1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-2

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Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS
Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS
Thank you for buying an ASUS
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P5AD2-EP5AD2-E
P5AD2-E DeluxeDeluxe
DeluxeDeluxe
Deluxe motherboard!motherboard!
motherboard!motherboard!
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.
MotherboardMotherboard
MotherboardMotherboard
Motherboard ASUS P5AD2-E Deluxe motherboard
I/O modulesI/O modules
I/O modulesI/O modules
I/O modules IEEE 1394a port module
Serial (COM2) port module
USB 2.0 (2 ports) and GAME (1 port) module
CablesCables
CablesCables
Cables 4 x Serial ATA signal cables
2 x Serial ATA power cables (dual plugs)
2 x Ultra DMA/133 cables
40-conductor IDE cable
Floppy disk drive cable
AccessoriesAccessories
AccessoriesAccessories
Accessories I/O shield
Application CDsApplication CDs
Application CDsApplication CDs
Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD
DocumentationDocumentation
DocumentationDocumentation
Documentation User guide
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1.3 S ecial features
1.3.11.3.1
1.3.11.3.1
1.3.1 Product highlightsProduct highlights
Product highlightsProduct highlights
Product highlights
Latest processor technologyLatest processor technology
Latest processor technologyLatest processor technology
Latest processor technology
The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array
(LGA) socket designed for the Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 processor in the 775-land
package. The motherboard supports the Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 processor with
1066/800/533 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). The motherboard also supports
the Intel
®
Hyper-Threading Technology and is fully compatible with Intel
®
04B and 04A processors. See page 2-7 for details.
IntelIntel
IntelIntel
Intel
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EM64TEM64T
EM64TEM64T
EM64T
The motherboard supports Intel
®
Pentium
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4 CPUs with the Intel
®
EM64T
(Extended Memory 64 Technology). The Intel
®
EM64T feature allows your
computer to run on 64-bit operating systems and access larger amounts of
system memory for faster and more efficient computing. See the Appendix
for details.
Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep
Enhanced Intel SpeedStepEnhanced Intel SpeedStep
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
®
Technology (EIST)Technology (EIST)
Technology (EIST)Technology (EIST)
Technology (EIST)
The Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
®
Technology (EIST) intelligently manages the
CPU resources by automatically adjusting the CPU voltage and core frequency
depending on the CPU loading and system speed or power requirement.
See page 4-26 and the Appendix for details.
IntelIntel
IntelIntel
Intel
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925XE chipset925XE chipset
925XE chipset925XE chipset
925XE chipset
The Intel
®
925XE Memory Controller Hub (MCH) and the ICH6R I/O
controller hub provide the vital interfaces for the motherboard. The MCH
supports the Intel
®
Performance Accelerating Technology (PAT) that
boosts system performance. The MCH also provides the processor,
dual-channel memory, and PCI Express interfaces.
The Intel
®
ICH6R Southbridge represents the sixth generation I/O controller
hub that provides the interface for the storage, I/O, PCI Express, and
8-channel high definition audio interfaces.
DDR2 memory supportDDR2 memory support
DDR2 memory supportDDR2 memory support
DDR2 memory support
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates
of 711 MHz (FSB 1066), 600 MHz (FSB 800), or 533 MHz (FSB 1066/
800) 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 8.5 GB/s. See pages
2-14 to 2-17 for details.

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Serial ATA technologySerial ATA technology
Serial ATA technologySerial ATA technology
Serial ATA technology
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA
interfaces and the Intel
®
ICH6R. The SATA specification allows for thinner,
more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and
up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. See pages 2-26 and 2-27 for details.
Dual RAID solutionDual RAID solution
Dual RAID solutionDual RAID solution
Dual RAID solution
Onboard RAID controllers provide the motherboard with multi-RAID
functionality that allows you to select the best RAID solution using IDE or
Serial ATA hard disk drives.
The Intel
®
ICH6R allows RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration for four SATA
connectors and supports the Intel
®
Matrix Storage Technology. See pages
2-26 and 5-17 for details.
If you are using IDE hard disk drives, the ITE8212 controller provides
RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and JBOD functionality for two IDE channels
that supports for up to four IDE hard disk drives. See pages 2-26 and 5-23
for details.
PCI Express™interfacePCI Express™interface
PCI Express™interfacePCI Express™interface
PCI Express™interface
The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect
technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point
serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by
carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with
existing PCI specifications. See page 2-20 for details.
8-channel high definition audio8-channel high definition audio
8-channel high definition audio8-channel high definition audio
8-channel high definition audio
Onboard is the C-Media CMI9880 7.1-channel audio CODEC. This CODEC is
fully-compliant with Intel
®
High Definition Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit
audio). With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/PDIF interfaces, you
can connect your computer to home theater decoders to produce
crystal-clear digital audio.
The CMI9880 CODEC comes with a software application that features jack
detection to monitor the plugging status of each jack, impedance sensing
to determine audio device classes, and pre-defined equalization for various
audio devices. See pages 2-23 to 2-24, and page 5-11 for details.

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DolbyDolby
DolbyDolby
Dolby
®
Digital LiveDigital Live
Digital LiveDigital Live
Digital Live™
The CMI9880 audio CODEC comes with an AC-3 encoder capable of
transforming your computer’s digital audio contents into real-time Dolby
®
Digital stream. This digital stream passes through the S/PDIF out interfaces
to an AC-3 decoder for 7.1-channel playback. See page 5-15 for details.
S/PDIF digital sound readyS/PDIF digital sound ready
S/PDIF digital sound readyS/PDIF digital sound ready
S/PDIF digital sound ready
The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology through the S/PDIF
interfaces on the rear panel. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into
a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio
and speaker systems. See page 2-24 for details.
IEEE 1394a supportIEEE 1394a support
IEEE 1394a supportIEEE 1394a support
IEEE 1394a support
The motherboard supports the IEEE 1394 interface that provides high-
speed and flexible PC connectivity to a wide range of peripherals and
devices compliant to IEEE 1394 standards. The IEEE 1394 interface allows
up to 400 Mbps transfer rates through simple , low-cost, high-bandwidth
asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between computers, peripherals,
and consumer electronic devices such as camcorders, VCRs, printers, TVs,
and digital cameras. See pages 2-23 and 2-29 for details.
USB 2.0 technologyUSB 2.0 technology
USB 2.0 technologyUSB 2.0 technology
USB 2.0 technology
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the
12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 2-24 and 2-29 for details.
Gigabit LAN solutionGigabit LAN solution
Gigabit LAN solutionGigabit LAN solution
Gigabit LAN solution
The motherboard comes with a Gigabit LAN controller to provide a total
solution for your networking needs. The Gigabit LAN controller uses the
PCI Express interface to provide faster data bandwidth for your Internet,
LAN, and file sharing requirements. See page 2-23 for details.
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoringTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoringTemperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring
The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond
Super I/O) to prevent overheating and damage. The system fan rotations
per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely failure detection. The ASIC
monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for critical
components. See page 4-36 for details.

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ASUS P5AD2-E DeluxeASUS P5AD2-E Deluxe
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1.3.2 ASUS AI Proactive featuresASUS AI Proactive features
ASUS AI Proactive featuresASUS AI Proactive features
ASUS AI Proactive features
ASUS Stack Cool™ASUS Stack Cool™
ASUS Stack Cool™ASUS Stack Cool™
ASUS Stack Cool™
ASUS Stack Cool™is an ideal thermal solution that reduces the heat
dissipated by large capacitors and motherboard components. Stack Cool™
is a specially designed PCB installed under the motherboard CPU socket
that effectively lowers the system temperature by as much as 10ºCelsius.
Cooler system temperature means more stable system performance, longer
component life, and more silent operation. See page 2-3 for details.
AI NOS™(Non-Delay Overclocking System)AI NOS™(Non-Delay Overclocking System)
AI NOS™(Non-Delay Overclocking System)AI NOS™(Non-Delay Overclocking System)
AI NOS™(Non-Delay Overclocking System)
ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™(NOS) is a technology that
auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed
only when needed. See page 4-22 for details.
AI NET2AI NET2
AI NET2AI NET2
AI NET2
AI NET2 is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet
cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you can easily monitor the
condition of the Ethernet cable connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port. During
the bootup process, AI NET2 immediately diagnoses the LAN cable and
reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. See pages
4-23 and 5-10 for details.
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1.3.3 Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS featuresInnovative ASUS features
Innovative ASUS features
ASUS Hyper Path 2 technologyASUS Hyper Path 2 technology
ASUS Hyper Path 2 technologyASUS Hyper Path 2 technology
ASUS Hyper Path 2 technology
The ASUS Hyper Path 2 technology optimizes the full potential of the Intel
®
chipset by shortening the latency time between the CPU and the system
memory. Enabling Hyper Path 2 on systems with the Intel
®
PAT improves
memory performance without affecting system stability. See page 4-27 for
details.
Native DDR2-711/600 supportNative DDR2-711/600 support
Native DDR2-711/600 supportNative DDR2-711/600 support
Native DDR2-711/600 support
This motherboard offers native DDR2-711/600 memory support to ensure
superior system performance. With current processors supporting
1066/800 MHz FSB, DDR2-711/600 provides the fastest solution for
eliminating system bottlenecks when running system-intensive applications.
See pages 2-15 to 2-16, and 4-20 to 4-21 for details.

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CrashFree BIOS 2CrashFree BIOS 2
CrashFree BIOS 2CrashFree BIOS 2
CrashFree BIOS 2
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD
in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection
eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 4-5 for details.
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technologyASUS Q-Fan 2 technology
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technologyASUS Q-Fan 2 technology
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology
The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to
the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
See pages 4-36 to 4-37 for details.
ASUS POST Reporter™ASUS POST Reporter™
ASUS POST Reporter™ASUS POST Reporter™
ASUS POST Reporter™
The motherboard offers a new exciting feature called the ASUS POST
Reporter™. The ASUS POST Reporter™provides friendly voice messages
and alerts during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST) to inform you of the
system boot status and causes of boot errors, if any. The bundled Winbond
Voice Editor software lets you to customize the voice messages in
different languages. See page 3-3 for details.
ASUS Multi-language BIOSASUS Multi-language BIOS
ASUS Multi-language BIOSASUS Multi-language BIOS
ASUS Multi-language BIOS
The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice
from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow easier and faster
configuration. See page 4-14 for details.
ASUS MyLogo2™ASUS MyLogo2™
ASUS MyLogo2™ASUS MyLogo2™
ASUS MyLogo2™
This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and
add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See page 5-8 for
details.