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xConventions used in this guideTo make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

ASUS P5QLChapter summary44.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Support DVD information ...

ASUS P5QL 4-14.1 Installing an operating systemThis motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS versi

4-2 Chapter 4: Software support4.2.2 Drivers menuThe Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install

ASUS P5QL 4-34.2.3 Utilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll - Installat

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportMicrosoft DirectX 9.0cInstalls the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technolo

ASUS P5QL 4-5WinZip 11Installs the Winzip utility for easy le-compression and protection.4.2.4 Manual menuThe Manual menu contains a list of supplem

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support4.2.5 ASUS Contact informationClick the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also nd this inf

ASUS P5QL 4-7Browse this DVDDisplays the Support DVD contents in graphical format.4.2.6 Other informationThe icons on the top right corner of the scr

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportTechnical support FormDisplays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to ll out when requesting technic

ASUS P5QL 4-94.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the Support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installati

xiP5QL 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

4-10 Chapter 4: Software support9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, ash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo.10. After a

ASUS P5QL 4-114.3.2 ASUS PC Probe IIPC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportSensor alertWhen a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below

ASUS P5QL 4-13Changing the monitor panels positionTo change the position of the monitor panels in the desktop, click the arrow down button of the Sche

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportMonitoring sensor alertThe monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value

ASUS P5QL 4-15PCI browserClick to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportMemory usageThe Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window re

ASUS P5QL 4-174.3.3 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch the AI Booster and AI Nap utilities easily. Installing AI SuiteTo install AI Suit

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportOther feature buttonsClick on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of

ASUS P5QL 4-194.3.4 ASUS AI BoosterThe ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle o

xiiP5QL specications summaryASUS exclusive overclocking featuresIntelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS AI Booster Precision Tweaker: - vCore: A

4-20 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.5 ASUS AI NapThis feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. En

ASUS P5QL 4-214.3.6 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet. Within a few seconds

4-22 Chapter 4: Software supportThe First ScreenExpress Gate’s rst screen appears within a few seconds after you power on the computer. From here, yo

ASUS P5QL 4-23Knowing the Express Gate hot-keysHere is a list of common-used hot-keys for Express Gate.In the First Screen:Key FunctionPAUSE/BREAK Pow

4-24 Chapter 4: Software supportUsing the Conguration PanelUse the conguration panel to change various Express Gate settings.Click on an icon to ope

ASUS P5QL 4-25• Screen Settings: Choose the most optimal screen resolution for your display.• Volume Control: Control the volume for your speaker ou

4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl-Space by default). Click to change

ASUS P5QL 4-272. Open Network.3. Make the proper network congurations.Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next to

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support• If you have wireless network, click Setup for the WiFi option. In the WiFi tab of the Advanced Network Settings box

ASUS P5QL 4-29Conguring Express Gate in BIOS SetupEnter BIOS setup by pressing DEL key after powering on or by clicking on the BIOS setup icon on Exp

1Product introductionThis chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

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ACPU featuresThe Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that this motherboard supports.

ASUS P5QLChapter summaryAA.1 Intel® EM64T ...A-1A.2 Enhanced Intel Sp

ASUS P5QL A-1A.1 Intel® EM64T• This motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating systems.• This mother

A-2 Appendix: CPU featuresA.2.2 Using the EISTTo use the EIST feature:1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup utility.2. Go to Advanced

ASUS P5QL A-3A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology• This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Hyper-Threading Te

A-4 Appendix: CPU features

ASUS P5QLChapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2 Package contents

ASUS P5QL 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5QL motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, maki

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction1.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsGreen ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the Europea

ASUS P5QL 1-3Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specications, delivering

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionASUS Crystal SoundThis feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game, video conference an

ASUS P5QL 1-51.3.3 ASUS Stylish featuresASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more co

iiE4074First Edition V1 September 2008Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK Computer, Inc. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and s

1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction

2Hardware informationThis chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes descript

ASUS P5QLChapter summary22.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Motherboard overview ..

ASUS P5QL 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard setting

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationP5QL2.2 Motherboard overviewBefore you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure t

ASUS P5QL 2-32.2.3 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel ports and internal connectors.P5QLPCIEX16PCIEX1_1P

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2.4 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V) 2-312.

ASUS P5QL 2-52.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.Before installing the CPU, e

ASUS P5QL 2-75. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket then t the socket align

iiiContentsNotices ... viiSafety information ...

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information7. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.ABThis motherboard

ASUS P5QL 2-9Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.To install the CPU heatsink and fan:

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanTo uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable

ASUS P5QL 2-11Channel SocketsChannel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with fou

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information• When using only one DDR2 DIMM, start installing it from DIMM_A1 or DIMM_B1 for better overclocking capability.•

ASUS P5QL 2-13P5QL Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capabilityDDR2-800MHz capability(continued on the next page)Size Vendor Part

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationDDR2-800MHz capabilitySize Vendor Part No. CL Chip BrandSS/DSChip No.DIMM supportA* B* C*512MB Transcend TS128MLQ6

ASUS P5QL 2-15DDR2-667MHz capabilitySize Vendor Part No. CL Chip BrandSS/DS Chip No.DIMM supportA* B* C*512MB Kingston KVR667D2N5/512 N/A Hynix SS HY5

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationVisit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-1066/800/667MHz QVL.SS - Single-sided / DS - Double - sided DIMM suppor

ASUS P5QL 2-172.4.3 Installing a DIMMUnplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause s

ivContents2.6 Jumpers ... 2-212.7 Connectors ...

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe th

ASUS P5QL 2-192.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsIRQ Standard function0 System timer1 Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft Natural Keyboard2 Free3 Free4 Communi

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply w

ASUS P5QL 2-212.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationP5QL Keyboard/Mouse powerP5QLPS2_USBPW56212 3+5V+5VSB(Default)2. Keyboard/mouse power (3-pin PS2_USBPW56)This jum

ASUS P5QL 2-232.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectors1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.2. LAN (RJ-45) port. Supported by

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel congurationPortHeadset 2-channel4-channel 6-channel 8-channelLight Blue Line In Line

ASUS P5QL 2-252.7.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)This connector is for a oppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable.

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information3. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE)The onboard IDE connector is for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There

ASUS P5QL 2-274. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6)These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives.Connect t

vContents3.5.1 CPU Conguration ... 3-233.5.2 Chipset ...

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information5. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module

ASUS P5QL 2-297. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN)The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 m

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection senso

ASUS P5QL 2-31• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specication 2.0 (or la

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED ca

ASUS P5QL 2-332.8 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.9 Turning off the computer2.9.1 Using the OS shut down functionIf you are using Windows® XP:1. Click the Sta

3BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also

Chapter summary3ASUS P5QL3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ... 3-13.2 BIOS setup program ...

ASUS P5QL 3-13.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIO

viContents4.3.6 ASUS Express Gate ... 4-21Appendix: CPU featuresA.1 Intel® EM64T ...

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto Select. Click Next.Updating the BIOS through

ASUS P5QL 3-3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.1.2 Creating a bootable oppy disk1. To create a bootable oppy disk:DOS environment a. Insert a 1.44MB oppy disk into

ASUS P5QL 3-53.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.1.4 AFUDOS utilityThe AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS le in DOS environment using a bootable oppy disk with

ASUS P5QL 3-72. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard Support DVD to the bootable oppy disk you created earlier.3. Boot the sys

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS l

ASUS P5QL 3-9Recovering the BIOS from the Support DVDTo recover the BIOS from the Support DVD:1. Turn on the system.2. Insert the motherboard Suppor

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update u

ASUS P5QL 3-113.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For changing the basic system congurationAi Twea

viiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

ASUS P5QL 3-133.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system informatio

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.3.4 SATA 1-6While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-men

ASUS P5QL 3-15DMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. Conguration options: [Auto]SMART Monitoring [Auto]Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporti

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.3.6 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically detects

ASUS P5QL 3-173.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure system performance settings. Select an item then press <Enter>

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupFSB Frequency [xxx]Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. Use the <+> and &

ASUS P5QL 3-191st Information: 5-5-5-15-3-36-5-3CAS# Latency [5 DRAM Clocks]Conguration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] ~ [11 DRAM Clocks]DRAM RAS# to CAS#

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupWRITE to PRE Delay [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] ~ [31 DRAM Clocks]READ to PRE Delay [Auto]Conguration

ASUS P5QL 3-21Pull-In of CHA/B PH1/2/3/4 [Disabled]Set this item to [Enabled] to apply enhancement on DRAM Channel A and B, Phase 1 to 4. The number o

viiiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the s

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupCPU Spread Spectrum [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU spread spectrum. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled]PCIE Spread Spec

ASUS P5QL 3-233.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Select Screen S

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupCPU TM function [Enabled]Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM) function, a CPU overheating protection functio

ASUS P5QL 3-25Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]Allows you to enabled or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memor

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupOnboard PCIE GbE LAN [Enabled]Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]LAN Option ROM [Disabled]This item appears only when

ASUS P5QL 3-273.5.5 PCI PnPThe PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.Take caution when changing the settin

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.6 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item

ASUS P5QL 3-293.6.4 APM CongurationRestore On AC Power Loss [Power Off]When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power los

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.6.5 Hardware MonitorCPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automaticall

ASUS P5QL 3-31CPU Fan Profile [Standard]Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-Fan. Conguration options: [Standard] [Silen

ixAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gui

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.7.1 Boot Device Priority1st ~ xxth Boot DeviceThese items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available de

ASUS P5QL 3-333.7.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while bo

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.7.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter

ASUS P5QL 3-35If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumpers for informatio

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter

ASUS P5QL 3-373.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message appears. Use the left/right

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8.3 AI NET 2Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On S

ASUS P5QL 3-393.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your

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4Software supportThis chapter describes the contents of the Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.