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xP8P67 PRO specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-35Chapter 3Booting the system in DOS environment1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB po

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 32. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-37Chapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your com

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-1Chapter 4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the B

4-2 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instruct

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 DIGI+ VRMASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliabilit

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-5Chapter 44.3.3 BT GO!BT GO! connects a bluetooth (BT) device with the motherboard through Bluetooth connection for le transferring

xiP8P67 PRO specications summaryAudio Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High Denition Audio CODEC - Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit True BD Lossless Sound

4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 TurboV EVOASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and re

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-7Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick More Settings, and then click the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.Advanc

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4• Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to Ch

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-9Chapter 43. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a mess

4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.5 EPUEPU is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides sever

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-11Chapter 4Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software congurat

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.7 ASUS Probe IIASUS Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-13Chapter 44.3.8 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio exper

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solution: Intel® Rapid Storage Techno

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-15Chapter 44.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, inst

xii*Specications are subject to change without notice.P8P67 PRO specications summaryASUS exclusive overclocking featuresPrecision Tweaker 2 - vCo

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-17Chapter 45. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the select

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-19Chapter 44.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating system

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1.

ASUS P8P67 PRO 4-21Chapter 44.5.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you i

4-22 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 48. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstati

ASUS P8P67 PRO 5-1Chapter 55.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-

5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics

ASUS P8P67 PRO 5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the dev

ASUS P8P67 PRO 1-1Chapter 1Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8P67 PRO motherboard!The motherboard d

5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface)

ASUS P8P67 PRO 5-5Chapter 54. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is 

5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 5B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize.B2. From

ASUS P8P67 PRO 5-7Chapter 5B4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel.B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appe

5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 5

ASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax +886-2-2890-

EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.

1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsLGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™

ASUS P8P67 PRO 1-3Chapter 11.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRMThe world’s rst Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1MemOK!MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere

ASUS P8P67 PRO 1-5Chapter 1ASUS Q-ShieldThe specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "ngers" - making it convenient and easy

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard se

iiE6308Third Edition (V3) January 2011Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and so

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Refer to 2.2.8 Internal Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connecto

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-3Chapter 2Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-5Chapter 2Recommended memory congurations2.2.3 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline M

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM socke

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-7Chapter 2Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMMG.SKILL F3-1760

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 D

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-9Chapter 2P8P67 PRO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability (continued)Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Bran

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-11Chapter 2Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMMG.SKILLF3-10

iiiContentsNotices ... viSafety i

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P8P67 PRO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChi

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-13Chapter 2Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:• 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.4 Expansion slotsEnsure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-15Chapter 2• In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (navy blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better perf

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.5 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-17Chapter 22. TPU switchTurning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds.For e

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. EPU switchTurning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelli

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-19Chapter 22.2.6 Onboard LEDs1. POST State LEDsThe POST State LEDs of CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD indicate key components status d

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 24. EPU LEDThe EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable.3. TPU LEDThe TPU LED lights when

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-21Chapter 22.2.7 JumperClear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can cle

ivContents2.4 Starting up for the rst time ... 2-472.5 Turning off the computer .

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.8 Internal connectors1. Intel® P67 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])These co

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-23Chapter 22. Intel® P67 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3–6 [blue])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s har

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue])These connectors connect to S

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-25Chapter 24. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 26. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IE

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-27Chapter 28. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN1 )Connect the fan

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 29. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-29Chapter 2• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specicat

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-31Chapter 22.3 Building your computer system2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system1 bag of screws Philips (cros

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2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2AB1232.3.2 CPU installationThe LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA

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2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-35Chapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly2ABBA1

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2123To remove a DIMM2.3.4 DIMM installationBA

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-37Chapter 22.3.5 Motherboard installation21The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.3

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-39Chapter 22.3.6 ATX Power connection12OR OR

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.7 SATA device connectionOR2OR1

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-41Chapter 22.3.8 Front I/O ConnectorTo install ASUS Q-ConnectorIDE_LEDPOWER SWRESET SWIDE_LED-IDE_LED+PWRResetGroundGround1 2USB 2.0

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

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.9 Expension Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-43Chapter 22.3.10 Rear panel connectionRear panel connectors1. PS/2 mouse port8. Optical S/PDIF Out port2. Coaxial S/PDIF Out por

2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.11 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports ***Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel congurationPort Headset 2-ch

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-45Chapter 2Connect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel Speakers

2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel SpeakersChapter 2When the DTS Surround Sensation Ul

ASUS P8P67 PRO 2-47Chapter 2Chapter 22.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sur

2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-1Chapter 3Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS EFI BIOS is an Extensible Firmware Interface that complies wit

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-3Chapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. Th

viiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating t

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-5Chapter 33.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provid

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passw

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-7Chapter 33.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changing th

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequ

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-9Chapter 3CPU Power ManagementThe sub-items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features.CPU Ratio [Auto]Allows you to ma

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto]Maximum instaneous current allowed at any given time for CPU cores. Use <+>

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-11Chapter 3CPU Current Capability [100%]This item provides wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value brings a wider to

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto][Auto] Automatic conguration.[Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability.[Enable

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-13Chapter 3Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfuncti

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

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-15Chapter 3Hyper-threading [Enabled]The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.2 System Agent Conguration3.5.3 PCH CongurationInitiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI]Allows you to decide which

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-17Chapter 33.5.4 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port i

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item sho

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-19Chapter 33.5.6 Onboard Devices CongurationScroll down to display the following items:Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF][SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output.[HDMI] Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output.

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-21Chapter 3JMB Storage OPROM [Enabled]This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off][Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.[Power Off] The

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-23Chapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.

ixConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Typo

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan cont

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-25Chapter 3Chassis Fan Profile [Standard]This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to s

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets t

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-27Chapter 33.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Ent

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.2. ASUS O.C. ProleThis item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. MainAi TweakerAdvanced Monit

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-29Chapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard you

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability,

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-31Chapter 3Updating the BIOS through the InternetTo update the BIOS through the Internet:1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Upda

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer to t

ASUS P8P67 PRO 3-33Chapter 33.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable