Asus P5Q PRO - Motherboard - ATX User manual

Motherboard
P5Q PRO
Turbo

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E4287
First Edition
February 2009
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Contents
Contents...................................................................................................................... iii
Notices ...................................................................................................................... vii
Safety information.................................................................................................... viii
About this guide......................................................................................................... ix
P5Q PRO Turbo specications summary ................................................................ xi
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 Unique features ............................................................... 1-3
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Before you proceed ................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview............................................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Motherboard layout ..................................................................... 2-2
2.2.2 Layout contents........................................................................... 2-3
2.2.3 Placement direction..................................................................... 2-4
2.2.4 Screw holes................................................................................. 2-4
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................................. 2-5
2.3.1 Installing the CPU ....................................................................... 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 memory ....................................................................................... 2-10
2.4.1 Overview ................................................................................... 2-10
2.4.2 Memory congurations.............................................................. 2-11
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ...................................................................... 2-18
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM .................................................................... 2-18
2.5 Expansion slots........................................................................................ 2-19
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card......................................................2-19
2.5.2 Conguring an expansion card ................................................. 2-19
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments................................................................ 2-20
2.5.4 PCI slots.................................................................................... 2-21
2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots................................................................. 2-21
2.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots......................................................... 2-21
2.6 Jumpers .................................................................................................... 2-22
2.7 Connectors ............................................................................................... 2-25
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors.............................................................. 2-25

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2.7.2 Audio I/O connections............................................................... 2-26
2.7.3 Internal connectors.................................................................... 2-29
2.8 Starting up for the rst time.................................................................... 2-40
2.9 Turning off the computer......................................................................... 2-40
3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Updating BIOS............................................................................................ 3-1
3.2.1 ASUS Update utility.....................................................................3-2
3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility............................................................... 3-4
3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility................................................... 3-5
3.3 BIOS setup program ..................................................................................3-6
3.3.1 BIOS menu screen...................................................................... 3-6
3.3.2 Menu bar ..................................................................................... 3-6
3.3.3 Navigation keys........................................................................... 3-7
3.3.4 Menu items.................................................................................. 3-7
3.3.5 Submenu items ........................................................................... 3-7
3.3.6 Conguration elds ..................................................................... 3-7
3.3.7 Pop-up window............................................................................ 3-7
3.3.8 Scroll bar ..................................................................................... 3-7
3.3.9 General help................................................................................ 3-7
3.4 Main menu .................................................................................................. 3-8
3.4.1 Primary IDE Master/Slave; SATA 1-5; SATA_E1......................... 3-8
3.4.2 Storage Conguration ............................................................... 3-10
3.4.3 AHCI Conguration ................................................................... 3-11
3.4.4 System Information ................................................................... 3-11
3.5 Ai Tweaker menu...................................................................................... 3-12
3.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] ......................................................... 3-12
3.5.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]...........................................................3-13
3.5.3 FSB Frequency [XXX]............................................................... 3-13
3.5.4 PCIE Frequency [XXX]..............................................................3-13
3.5.5 FSB Strap to North Bridge [Auto].............................................. 3-13
3.5.6 DRAM Frequency [Auto] ...........................................................3-13
3.5.7 DRAM Timing Control [Auto]..................................................... 3-13
3.5.8 DRAM Static Read Control [Auto]............................................. 3-15
3.5.9 DRAM Read Training [Auto]...................................................... 3-15
3.5.10 MEM. OC Charger [Auto].......................................................... 3-15
3.5.11 Ai Clock Twister [Auto] .............................................................. 3-15
3.5.12 Ai Transaction Booster [Auto].................................................... 3-15
3.5.13 CPU Voltage [Auto] ...................................................................3-16

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3.5.14 CPU GTL Reference [Auto].......................................................3-16
3.5.15 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]............................................................3-16
3.5.16 FSB Termination Voltage [Auto] ................................................ 3-16
3.5.17 DRAM Voltage [Auto] ................................................................3-16
3.5.18 NB Voltage [Auto]...................................................................... 3-16
3.5.19 SB Voltage [Auto]...................................................................... 3-17
3.5.20 PCIE SATA Voltage [Auto].........................................................3-17
3.5.21 Load-Line Calibration [Auto]......................................................3-17
3.5.22 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] ...................................................3-17
3.5.23 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] .................................................. 3-17
3.5.24 CPU Clock Skew [Auto] ............................................................ 3-17
3.5.24 NB Clock Skew [Auto]............................................................... 3-17
3.5.25 CPU Margin Enhancement [Optimized] .................................... 3-17
3.6 Advanced menu ....................................................................................... 3-18
3.6.1 CPU Conguration .................................................................... 3-18
3.6.2 Chipset ...................................................................................... 3-20
3.6.3 Onboard Devices Conguration................................................ 3-21
3.6.4 USB Conguration .................................................................... 3-22
3.6.5 PCIPnP ..................................................................................... 3-23
3.7 Power menu.............................................................................................. 3-24
3.7.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]................................................................3-24
3.7.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ............................................3-24
3.7.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] .....................................................3-24
3.7.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]................................................... 3-24
3.7.5 APM Conguration.................................................................... 3-25
3.7.6 Hardware Monitor...................................................................... 3-27
3.8 Boot menu ................................................................................................ 3-28
3.8.1 Boot Device Priority................................................................... 3-28
3.8.2 Boot Settings Conguration ...................................................... 3-29
3.8.3 Security ..................................................................................... 3-30
3.9 Tools menu ............................................................................................... 3-32
3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2...................................................................... 3-32
3.9.2 Drive Xpert Mode Update [Last Setting].................................... 3-33
3.9.3 Express Gate [Enabled] ............................................................3-34
3.9.4 ASUS O.C. Prole..................................................................... 3-35
3.9.5 AI NET 2.................................................................................... 3-36
3.10 Exit menu .................................................................................................. 3-37

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Chapter 4: Software support
4.2 Support DVD information.......................................................................... 4-1
4.2.1 Running the support DVD ...........................................................4-1
4.1 Installing an operating system ................................................................. 4-1
4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals.................................................. 4-2
4.3 Software information ................................................................................. 4-3
4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II....................................................................... 4-3
4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite ............................................................................. 4-4
4.3.3 ASUS EPU .................................................................................. 4-5
4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert..........................................................................4-6
4.3.5 ASUS TurboV.............................................................................. 4-7
4.3.6 ASUS Turbo Key ......................................................................... 4-8
4.3.7 ASUS Drive Xpert ....................................................................... 4-9
4.3.8 ASUS Express Gate..................................................................4-10
4.3.9 Audio congurations.................................................................. 4-11
4.4 RAID congurations ................................................................................ 4-12
4.4.1 RAID denitions ........................................................................ 4-12
4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks .................................................4-12
4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ..................................................4-13
4.4.4 Intel®Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility..................... 4-13
4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk.....................................................................4-17
4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS................ 4-17
4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® ................................4-17
4.5.3 Using a USB oppy disk drive................................................... 4-19
Chapter 5: ATI®CrossFireX™ technology support
5.1 ATI®CrossFireX™ technology .................................................................. 5-1
5.1.1 Requirements.............................................................................. 5-1
5.1.2 Before you begin......................................................................... 5-1
5.2 Installing CrossFireX™ graphics cards................................................... 5-2
5.2.1 Dual CrossFireX installation........................................................ 5-2
5.3 Software information ................................................................................. 5-4
5.3.1 Installing the device drivers......................................................... 5-4
5.3.2 Enabling the ATI®CrossFireX™ technology ............................... 5-4

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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 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.
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.
Notices

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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 adapter 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.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring 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 DVD that comes with the
motherboard package and the software.
• Chapter 5: ATI®CrossFireX™ support
This chapter describes the ATI®CrossFireX™ feature and shows the graphics card
installation procedures.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.

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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italic s 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.that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.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> + <Del>
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 /iP5QProTurbo.ROM
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to
complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

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P5Q PRO Turbo specications summary
(continued on the next page)
CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad /
Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® processors
Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU
* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list
Chipset Intel®P45 / ICH10R
System Bus 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz
Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR2 1300 / 1200 / 1066 / 800 / 667
MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Dual channel memory architecture
* Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for the
Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors Lists)
** When installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more,
Windows® 32-bit operation system may only recognize less
than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB is
recommended.
Expansion Slots 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots, support ATI CrossFireX™
technology at x8 link (PCIe x16_1 blue, PCIe x16_2 black*)
3 x PCI Express x1 slots
2 x PCI slots
*PCI Express x16_2 slot (black at max. x8 link)
Storage Intel®ICH10R Southbridge:
- 5 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports
- Intel®Matrix Storage Technology with RAID 0,1, 5, and 10
support
JMicron®JMB361 SATA & PATA controller
- 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices
- 1 x External SATA 3.0 Gb/s port (SATA On-the-Go)
Silicon Image Sil5723 (Drive Xpert technology)
- 2 x SATA 3Gb/s ports
- Supports EZ Backup and Super Speed functions
*Drive Xpert function is available only when the hard disk drives
are set as data drives.
LAN Atheros® L1E Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET 2
USB 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel)
IEEE 1394 VIA®VT6315N controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports
(one at midboard; one at back panel)
Audio VIA® VT1708S 8-channel High Denition Audio CODEC
- Supports Jack-Detection and Multi-streaming
- Optical S/PDIF_OUT port at back I/O
- ASUS Noise Filtering

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P5Q PRO Turbo specications summary
ASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Features:
- ASUS 8-Phase Power Design
- Express Gate
ASUS Power Saving Solution:
- ASUS EPU
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
- ASUS Fanless Design: Heat pipe solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS EZ DIY:
- ASUS Drive Xpert
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Connector
- ASUS O.C. Prole
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
Other Features 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors!
ASUS MyLogo 2
ASUS Exclusive
Overclocking Features
Intelligent overclocking tools:
- AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU Frequency Tuner)
- TurboV
- Turbo Key
Precision Tweaker 2:
- vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment
- vDIMM: 64-step DRAM voltage control
- vChipset: 56-step Chipset voltage control
- vCPU PLL: 64-step CPU PLL voltage control
- vFSB Termination: 15-step reference voltage control
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection):
- FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 800MHz at 1MHz
incrementt
- PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to180MHz
at 1MHz increment
Overclocking Protection:
- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (Purple)
1 x PS/2 Mouse port (Green)
1 x Optical S/PDIF Out
1 x External SATA
1 x IEEE1394a
1 x LAN (RJ45) port
6 x USB 2.0/1.1
8-channel Audio I/O

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*Specications are subject to change without notice.
P5Q PRO Turbo specications summary
Internal I/O Connectors 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports
1 x IDE connector
1 x COM connector
5 x SATA connectors
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
8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors
System Panel (Q-Connector)
BIOS Features 8 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 3.0,
ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion,
PXE
Support DVD Contents Drivers
Express Gate
ASUS PC Probe II
ASUS Update
ASUS AI Suite
Image-Editing Suite
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12”x 9.6” (30.5cm x 24.4cm)

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ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 1-1
Chapter 1
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS®P5Q PRO Turbo 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.
User Manual
ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo
motherboard User guide Support DVD
4 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/
100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield
1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit
• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specications may
vary with different models.
Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
LGA775 Intel®Core™2 Processor Ready
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processors in the LGA775 package. It
also supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPUs. With the new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture
and 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is one of the most
powerful and energy efcient CPU in the world.
Intel®P45 Chipset
The Intel® P45 Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support dual-channel DDR2 800/667
MHz memory architecture, 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB (Front Side Bus), PCIe 2.0, 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.
Dual-Channel DDR2 1300 support
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer rates of 1300 /1200
/ 1066 / 800 / 667 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest operation
system, 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 20.8 GB/s.
PCIe 2.0 Support
This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth
which enhances system performance.
100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! (5000hrs VRM, over
57 years operation lifespan at 65ºC)
This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved
lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.
ATI® CrossFireX™ Technology
ATI’s CrossFireX™ boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the
need to scale down screen resolution to get high quality images. CrossFireX™ allows
higher antialiasing, anisotropic ltering, shading, and texture settings. Adjust your display
congurations, experiment with the advanced 3D settings, and check the effects with a real-
time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center.
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/packaging to safeguard consumers’ health
while minimizing the impact on the environment.

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 1-3
Chapter 1
1.3.2 ASUS Unique features
ASUS TurboV
Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC—now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC
tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface
makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC proles in TurboV
provides the best O.C. settings in different scenarios.
Turbo Key
ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button.
After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or
games, simply through pressing the button
ASUS 8-Phase Power Design
With power efciency so important to operating temperatures, ASUS 8-Phase VRM design
leads the industry with its 96% 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 conductive polymer capacitors all add up to
ensure longer component life and lower power loss—creating more energy efciency.
Precision Tweaker 2
Allows you to adjust the CPU voltage in 0.00625v steps and NB/DRAM voltage in 0.02v
steps to ne-tune voltage to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking
conguration.
Express Gate
Taking only 5 seconds to 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)
like 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 is subject to hardware congurations and product models
ASUS Power Saving Solution
ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing
power and energy consumption.

1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1
ASUS EPU
The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by
detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power usage for critical PC
components in real-time–helping save power and money!
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking
capability.
Fanless Design—Heat pipe solution
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. 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.
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 different geographic regions and your PC’s loading. The built-in variety of useful
proles offer exible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
ASUS Crystal Sound
This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game, video
conference and recording.
Noise Filtering
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.

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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 congurations. 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 Q-Shield
ASUS Q-Shield’s special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your
motherboard. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard
against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).
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.
ASUS O.C. Prole
The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Prole that allows you to conveniently store
or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a
separate le, giving you the freedom to share and distribute your favorite settings.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB ash
disk containing the BIOS le. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement
ROM chip.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without
using a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility.
ASUS MyLogo2™
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.

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