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ASUS P5G41TM_LX Owner's Manual

1. Managing and updating your BIOS 2 1 2 1 1 ASUS Update utility sene 2 1 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 eee eee menn 2 2 2 4 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 3 BIOS setup program ennt 2 2 1 BIOS menu screen 2 2 2 Menu barra iata a nm eE NEE 2 2 8 Navigation key 2 24 Menu eng u 2 25 Submenuitems sss 2 26 Configuration fields sss 2 2 7 POP UP window a e 228 Scroll bari ette m e esters 229 General Nel Picci ists tee cedi s Main men cies 2 3 1 System Time xx xx xx 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx sse 2 7 2 3 3 Primary IDE Master Slave SATA1 4 a 2 7 234 Storage Configuration sse eee 2 8 2 3 5 System Information Advanced menu 2 4 1 JumperFree Configuration 2 4 CPU Configuration 273 NOhlpSBl sone u u ux cet ees Z HS 2 4 4 Onboard Devices Configuration 2 13 2 4 5 USB Configuration sciis 2 14 246 PCI PnP Power menu onse ncn C e dpa de EE uum 2 5 1 Suspend Mode Auto see 2 15 2 5 2 ACPI 2 0 Support Enabled sss 2 15 2 5 3 ACPI APIC Support Enabled 2 15 Contents 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 5 4 Anti Surge Support Enabled 2 15
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3. System Memory Displays the auto detected system memory 2 4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices N f Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction BIO P Advanced Power Boo Tool Adjust System CPU Configuration frequency voltage Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP 2 4 1 JumperFree Configuration The items in this menu allows you to adjust the system frequency voltage Ai Overclocking Auto Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options Manual allows you to individually set overclocking parameters Auto loads the optimal settings for the system Overclock Profile loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for stability when overclocking ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 9 LA The following two items appear only when you set the Al Overclocking item to MANUAL CPU Frequency xxx Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus The value of this item is auto detected by the BIOS Use the lt gt and keys to adjust the CPU frequency You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad The values range from 200 to 800 Refer to the table below f
4. 1024MB SS Transcend T8128MLK64V3U Transcend TS256MLK64V3U 1024MB SS 2048MB DS Micron SEC 813HCH9 K4B1G0846D 9GF27D9KPT Transcend TS256MLK64V3U 2048MB DS SEC816HCH9K4B1G0846D ASINT SLY3128M8 EDJ 1024MB SS ASINT DDRII1208 DJ 0844 ASINT SLY3128M8 EDJE 1024MB SS ELPIDA J1108BASE DJ E ASINT SLY3128M8 EDJ 2048MB DS ASINT DDRII1208 DJ 0844 ASINT SLZ3128M8 EDJE 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108BASE DJ E BUFFALO FSX1333D3G K2G 1024MB SS 7 7 7 20 BUFFALO FSX1333D3G 2G 2048MB DS ZE PC3 10600 DDR3 1333 Century 9 9 9 1024MB SS Micron 8FD22D9JNM Coen B3 10600 DDRS 1839 2048MB DS Micron 8DD22D9JNM M2Y2G64CB8HA9N CG 2GB DIMM PC3 10666 2048MB DS 2048MB DS Samsung SEC 904 HCH9 K4B1G0846D KTG2G1333PG3 2048MB DS PSD31G13332H 1024MB DS PSD31G13332 1024MB DS Patriot PM64M8D38U 15 PSD32G13332H 2048MB DS PDC34G1333ELK 4096MB Kitof2 DS S 9 9 9 24 SP001GBLTU133S01 1024MB SS NANYA NT5CB128M8AN CG 9 SP001GBLTU133S02 SP002GBLTU133S02 1024MB SS elixir 2048MB DS elixir N2CB1680AN C6 N2CB1680AN C6 TMS1GB364D081 107EY 1024MB SS TMS1GB364D081 138EY 1024MB SS TMS2GB364D081 107EY 2048MB DS TMS2GB364D081 138EY 2048MB DS TMS2GB364D082 138EW 2048MB DS SS Single sided DS Double sided
5. Headset 2 channel 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Light Blue Rear panel Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime Rear panel Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Rear panel Mic In Mic In Bass Center Bass Center Lime Front panel _ _ _ Side Speaker Out To configure an 8 channel audio output Use the chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8 channel audio output 1 20 Chapter 1 Product introduction 7 USB 2 0 ports 1 and 2 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for connecting USB 2 0 devices 8 USB 2 0 ports 3 and 4 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for connecting USB 2 0 devices 9 VGA port This 15 pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA compatible devices 10 COM port This port is for pointing devices or other serial devices 11 PS 2 Keyboard port purple This port is for a PS 2 keyboard 1 10 2 Internal connectors 1 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio I O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio I O module cable to this connector P5G4 WW ASUS P5G41T M LX cr c BP u u Hw e Z al aH D o a E Tro Zea G Goo o Onn o lt
6. The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www asus com The removable devices that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models For motherboards without the floppy connector prepare a USB flash disk before using this utility Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that contains the BIOS file to the USB port or to the floppy disk drive if supported 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file 4 Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on again j N DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause Ce system boot failure L4 Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select lt the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu Refer to section 2 8 Exit menu for details ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 3 2 4 2 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup Press Delete during the Power On Self Test
7. peoqieuio y gt lt l y St LO n E7096 Revised Edition December 2011 Copyright 2011 ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND
8. Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm 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 W DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste This product has been designed to 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 Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electric shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electric 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 Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure ab
9. o Channel A DIMM A1 5 Up as Channel B DIMM B1 J m DH mm m m eech P5G41T M LX 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 12 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 7 2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB 1GB 2GB and 4GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets A You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B The system maps the total size of the lower sized channel for the dual channel configuration Any excess memory from the higher sized channel is then mapped for single channel operation Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum compatibility it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor Due to the memory address limitation on 32 bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less For effective use of memory we recommend that you do any of the following Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32 bit Windows OS Install a 64 bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 megabits Mb chips or less Ca The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect Gem SPD which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory modu
10. 2048MB Qimonda IDSH1G 03A1F1C 13H MTBJTF12864AZ G4F1 1024MB Micron 9FF22D9KPT MT18JTF25664AZ 1G4F1 2048MB Micron 9KF27D9KPT OCZ3P13332GK 2048MB Kit of 2 OCZ3X1383LV3GK XMP 3072MB Kit of 3 OCZ3G13334GK 4096MB Kit of 2 OCZ3P13334GK 4096MB Kit of 2 7 7 7 20 OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4096MB Kit of 2 7 7 7 20 OCZ3RPX4333EB4GK 4096MB KiLof2 6 5 5 20 OCZ3X13834GK XMP 4096MB Kit of 2 7 7 7 20 OCZ3G1333LV6GK 6144MB Kit of 3 9 9 9 20 OCZ3P1333LV6GK 6144MB Kit of 3 7 7 7 20 OCZ3X1333LV6GK XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 8 8 8 20 AL7F8G73D DG1 1024MB A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 EBJ21UE8EDFO0 DJ F 2048MB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F GG34GB1333C9DC 4096MB Kit of 2 GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N 9 9 9 24 continued on the next page Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1333 MHz O C capability Vendor Part No PSC AL8F8G73D DG1 SS Chip size DS Brand 2048MB DS PSC DIMM socket support Optional An Bt Chip NO Timing Voltage A3PiGF3DGF928M9BO5 SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1 CH9 SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1 CH9 1024MB SS Samsung 1024MB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846D HCH9 d SEC 846 HCH9 K4B1G08460 SAMSUNG M378B2873EH1 CH9 1024MB SS Samsung SEC 913 HCH9 K4B1G0846E SAMSUNG M378B5673DZ1 CH9 2048MB DS Samsung K4B1G0846D HCH9 SAMSUNG M378B5673EH1 CH9 2048MB DS Samsung SEC 913 HCH9 K4B1G0846E Super Talent W1333X2GB8
11. Graphics Expansion slots Storage ASUS exclusive overclocking features LGA775 socket for Intel Core 2 Quad Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Duo Pentium dual core Celeron dual core Celeron processors Compatible with Intel 05B 05A 06 processors Supports Intel 45nm multi core CPU Refer to www asus com for Intel CPU support list Northbridge Intel G41 Southbridge Intel ICH7 1333 1066 800 MHz Dual channel memory architecture 2x240 pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non ECC 1333 0 C 1066 800 MHz DDR3 memory modules Supports up to 8GB system memory Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists When you install a total memory of 4GB or more Windows 32 bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows 32 bit operating system Integrated Intel GMA X4500 GPU Maximum shared memory of 1G Supports RGB with max resolution of 2048 x 1536 75Hz Supports Microsoft DirectX 10 1x PCle x16 slot 1x PCle x1 slot 2 x PCI slots 1 x Ultra DMA 100 66 33 connector 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb s ports PCle Gigabit LAN ALC887 High Definition Audio 8 channel CODEC Use the chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to Support 8 channel audio output Supports Jack detection and Multi Streaming technologies Supports S PDIF Out interface Supports up to 8 USB 2 0 1 1
12. Product introduction 1 1 Welcome Thank you for buying an ASUS P5G41T M LX motherboard The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it check the items in your package with the list below 1 2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items Motherboard ASUS P5G41T M LX motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133 100 66 cable Accessories 1 x I O shield Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User Manual L4 If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer 1 3 Special features 1 3 1 Product highlights Intel Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Quad Core 2 Duo CPU support This motherboard supports Intel LGA775 Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Quad Core 2 Duo processors which are excellent for multitasking multimedia and enthusiastic gamers with 1333 1066 800 MHz FSB This motherboard also supports Intel CPUs in the 45nm manufacturing process ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 1 SERIAL 1 3 2 Intel G41 Chipset The Intel G41 Express Chipset is designed to support dual channel DDR3 1333 overclocking 1066 800 architecture 1333 1066 800 Front Side Bus FSB PCle 1 1 and mutli core CPUs It especially includes Intel Fast memory bandw
13. Timing by SPD Enabled Allows you to enable or disable configurating DRAM Timing by SPD Configuration options Enabled Disabled Initiate Graphic Adapter PEG PCI Allows you to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device Configuration options IGD PCI IGD PCI PEG PEG IGD PEG PCI IGD Graphics Mode Select Enabled 32MB Allows you to select the amout of system memory used by the Interanal graphics device Configuration options Disabled Enabled 32MB Enabled 48MB Enabled 64MB Enabled 128MB Enabled 256MB GTT Graphics Memory Size No VT mode 2MB This item is not user configurable Chapter 2 BIOS information DVMT Memory 256MB Allows you to select the DVMT memory Configuration options 128MB 256MB Maximum DVMT Protect Audio Video Path Mode Lite Allows you to select the Protected Audio Video Path PAVP mode Configuration options Disabled Lite Paranoid South Bridge Configuration Audio Controller Enabled Allows you to set the audio controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Front Panel Type HD Audio Allows you to select the front panel support type If High Definition Audio Front Panel used set this item to HD Audio mode Configuration options AC97 HD Audio 2 4 4 Onboard Devices Configuration Onboard Gigabit LAN Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Gigabit LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disab
14. ports 4 ports at mid board 4 ports at the back panel SFS Stepless Frequency Selection FSBtuning from 200MHz to 800MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall continued on the next page P5G41T M LX specifications summary ASUS unique ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 features ASUSAINET 2 ASUS Q Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Anti Surge Protection ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Express Gate ASUS EPU L Back panel UO ports 1 x PS 2 keyboard port 1 x PS 2 mouse port 1x LPT port 1x COM port 1x VGA port 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 3 x audio jacks Internal connectors 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2 0 1 1 ports 1 x IDE connector 4 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x S PDIF Out connector 1 x Internal speaker connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x 24 pin EATX power connector 1 x 4 pin ATX 12V power connector 8Mb Flash ROM AMI BIOS PnP DMI 2 0 WfM 2 0 ACPI 2 0a SM BIOS 2 5 Manageability WOL PXE WOR by Ring PME Wake up Accessories 1 x Ultra DMA 133 100 66 cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I O shield 1 x User Manual Support DVD Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti Virus software OEM version Form factor uATX form factor 9 6 in x 7 9 in 24 4 cm x 20 1 cm Specifications are subject to change without notice
15. selected To change the value of a field select it then press Enter to display a list of options Refer to 2 2 7 Pop up window 2 2 7 Pop up window Select a menu item then press s EU Y Main Advanced Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode Auto Use ENTER TAB or SHIFT TAB to select window with the configuration b APM Configuration censure system gt Hardware Monitor lt Enter gt to display a pop up ACPI APIC sipport afield options for that item Select Screen 2 2 8 Scroll bar change Field Ascroll bar appears on the right Save and Exit side of a menu screen when there 385 2005 are items that do not fit on the Pop up window screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down keys to display the other items on the screen 2 2 9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Scroll bar Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program the Main menu screen appears giving you an overview of the basic system information Refer to section 2 2 1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot _ Tools 2 3 1 System Time xx xx xx Allows you to set the system time 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx Allows you to set the system date 2 3 3 Primary IDE Master Slave SATA1 4 While entering Set
16. the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management APM configuration Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tools For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings To select an item on the menu bar press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 5 2 2 3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings FF Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another 2 2 4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu For example selecting Main shows the Main menu items The other items Advanced Power Boot Tools and Exit on the menu bar have their respective menu items 2 2 5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu To display the submenu select the item and press Enters 2 2 6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the value of the field opposite the item You cannot select an item that is not user configurable A configurable field is enclosed in brackets and is highlighted when
17. up to six letters or numbers or both then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted The message Password Installed appears after you set your password successfully To change the user password follow the same steps in setting a user password Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password Password Check Setup When set to Setup BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility When set to Always BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system Configuration options Setup Always ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 19 2 20 2 7 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press Enter to display the sub menu BIOS UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Exit Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS Express Gate Auto 5 pes Enter OS Timer 10 Seconds EE Reset User Data No 2 NTFS read only PF AI NET 2 3 CD DISC read only 2 7 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 When you press Enter a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press Enter to confirm your choice See section 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 for details 2 7 2 Express Gate Auto Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant on environment that provides quick access
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19. 1 65 1 85V CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1024MB CM3X1024 1333C9 1024MB TR3X3G1333C9 G 3072MBKKit of 3 TR3X3G1333C9 G 3072MB Kit of 3 TR3X3G1333C9 3072MB Kit of 3 CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1024MB Corsair CM3X2048 1333C9DHX 2048MB d TW3X4G1333C9 G 4096MB Kit of 2 t 9 9 9 24 CT12864BA1339 8FF 1024MB Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 BL12864TA1336 8SFB1 2048MB Kit of 2 t 6 6 6 20 CT25664BA1339 16FF 2048MB Micron 9KF27D9KPT 9 BL25664ABA1336 16SFB1 4096MB Kit of 2 6 6 6 20 BL25664BA1336 16SFB1 4096MB Kit of 2 6 6 6 20 BL25664BN1337 16FF XMP EBJ10UE8EDFO0 DJ F 1024MB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 6144MB Kit of 3 7 7 7 24 1 35V low voltage 1 35V low voltage F3 10600CL8D 2GBHK 1024MB G SKILL F3 10600CL9D 2GBPK 1024MB G SKILL F3 10666CL7T 3GBPK 3072MBKKit of 3 1 5 1 6V F3 10666CL9T 3GBNQ 3072MB Kit of 3 1 5 1 6V F3 10600CL7D 2GBPI 1024MB G SKILL F3 10600CL9D 2GBNQ 1024MB G SKILL F3 10666CL8D 4GBHK 4096MB Kit of 2 8 8 8 21 1 5 1 6V F3 10666CL7T 6GBPK 6144MB Kit of 3 7 7 7 18 1 5 1 6V F3 10666CL9T 6GBNQ 6144MB Kit of 3 9 9 9 24 1 5V 1 6V DDR3 1333 CL9 9 9 24 1024MB 9 GV34GB1333C7DC 2048MB 7 7 7 24 1 5V 1 3V low voltage DDR3 1333 CL9 9 9 24 6144MB Kit of 3 9 18V FLFD45F B8MF9 1024MB Micron 8HD22D9JNM S FLFD45F B8MH9 MAES 1024MB Micron 9CF22D9KPT FLFEB5F BBMF9 2048MB Micron 8HD22D9JNM FLFEB5F BBMH9 MEES 2048MB Micron 9GF27D9KPT KVR1333D3N9 2G
20. 2 5 5 APM Configuration 2 5 6 Hardware Monitor sss Boot menu 2 6 1 Boot Device Priority 2 6 2 Boot Settings Configuration suse 2 17 2 6 3 Security IINE 2 44 ASUS EZ Flash 2 eee eren 2 20 2 7 2 Express Gate Auto sse 2 20 2 7 3 ALNE Seege 2 20 Exit MOU si 2 21 vi Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is en
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22. DIMM support A Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single channel memory configuration B Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of Dual channel memory configuration Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest QVL ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 15 1 7 3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components To install a DIMM DIMM notch 1 Press the retaining clips outward to a unlock a DIMM socket 2 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket Unlocked retaining clip j A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM 3 Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated Locked Retaining Clip 1 7 4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM 1 Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force 2 Remove the DIMM from the socket 1 16 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 8 Expansion slots In the future you may need to install expansion card
23. M LX USB device wake up A The USB device wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the 5VSB lead for each USB port otherwise the system would not power up The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability 5VSB whether under normal condition or in sleep mode ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 19 1 10 Connectors 1 10 1 Rear panel connectors 11 10 9 8 7 6 1 PS 2 mouse port green This port is for a PS 2 mouse Parallel port This 25 pin port connects a parallel printer a scanner or other devices LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications LAN port LED indications ACT LINK SPEED LED LED ACT LINK LED SPEED LED No link 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port 4 Line In port light blue This port connects to the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources 5 Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or a speaker In the 4 6 and 8 channel configurations the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out 6 Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone ff Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2 4 6 Gem or 8 channel configuration Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration
24. PDIF OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port Connect the S PDIF Out module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis E o L gt 00 b NGC oc B Dia m um ginem SPDIF OUT P5G41T M LX Digital audio connector Es The S PDIF module is purchased separately ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 25 8 System panel connector 10 1 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions F PANEL PI 2 m a w PLED 319 a m round a amp J PWR Reset f _ GND 5 PWR BTN PLED PIN 1 HD LED 9 HD LED G E lt HDLE uum P5G41T M LX System panel connector ESET System power LED 2 pin PLED This 2 pin connector is for the system power LED Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power and blinks when the system is in sleep mode Hard disk drive activity LED 2 pin HDLED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The HD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD ATX power button soft off button 2 pin P
25. POST If you do not press Delete POST continues with its routines Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST Press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt simultaneously Press the reset button on the system chassis Press the power button to turn the system off then back on Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options h Using the power button reset button or the lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt keys to force reset from Ce a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the operating system A The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Setups Default item under the Exit Menu See section 2 8 Exit Menu The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Visit the ASUS website at www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 2 1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Submenu items Navigation keys 2 2 2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items Main For changing
26. Service Provider ISP This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update 1 Place the support DVD in the optical drive The Drivers menu appears 2 Click the Utilities tab then click ASUS Update 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation ff Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt Programs gt ASUS gt ASUSUpdate gt ASUSUpdate to launch the ASUS Update utility 2 From the dropdown list select any of the updating process Updating from the Internet a Select Update BIOS from the Internet then click Next b Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic or click Auto Select then click Next c From the FTP site select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 1 The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet Always update deen the utility to avail all its features Updating from a BIOS file a Select Update BIOS from a file then click Next b Locate the BIOS file from the Open window then click Open 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utilit
27. WRBTN This connector is for the system power button Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft off mode depending on the BIOS settings Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power 9 Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER This 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings SPEAKER Speaker Out 5V GND GND 1 26 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 11 Software support 1 11 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows XP Vista 7 Operating Systems OS Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware Z Motherboard settings and hardware options vary Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Ensure that you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later version Windows Vista Service Pack 1 or later version before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability 1 11 2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers software applications and utilities that you can ins
28. Z 14 CLA i n AA noogr nopan a AAFP GH BBBBBJ Pint T T T PHA TT T T T avgera Nero SEKR 2444 eee ow 253 O GO O O zo 2 Cacus zs 5 D B HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 pin definition compliant definition 1T M LX Front panel audio connector We recommend that you connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard s high definition audio capability If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to HD Audio If you want to connect an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC97 By default this connector is set to HD Audio See section 2 4 3 Chipset for details 1 21 2 IDE connector 40 1 pin PRI IDE The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 100 66 33 signal cable There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 100 66 33 signal cable blue black and gray Connect the blue connector to the motherboard s IDE connector then select one of the following modes to configure your device Drive jumper setting Mode of device s Cable connector Single device Cable Select or Master Black Master Black Cable Select Slave Gray Two devices Master Master Black or gray Slave Slave ff Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector This prevents incorrect insertion w
29. couraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease 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 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 A4 The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required 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 ASUS Recycling Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products batteries other components as well as the packaging materials Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation
30. ds such as a LAN card SCSI card USB card and other cards that comply with PCI specifications 1 8 4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications 1 8 5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that complies with the PCI Express specifications ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 17 1 18 1 9 Jumpers 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 memory of date time and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS which include system setup information such as system passwords CLRTC e N N Normal Clear RTC Default P5G41T M LX Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 2 Move the jumper cap from pins 1 2 default to pins 2 3 Keep the cap on pins 2 3 for about 5 10 seconds then move the cap back to pins 1 2 3 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer 4 Hold down the lt Del gt key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter data Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position Removing the cap will cause system boot failure If the steps ab
31. ensure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to N complete a task AN CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to WA complete a task A IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task L4 NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Where to find 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 flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package Typography 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 lt Key1 gt lt Key2 gt lt Key3 gt If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign Example lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt D gt P5G41T M LX specifications summary Chipset Front Side Bus
32. firm the password when prompted The message Password Installed appears after you successfully set your password To change the supervisor password follow the same steps in setting a supervisor password To clear the supervisor password select the Change Supervisor Password then press Enter twice The message Password uninstalled appears A If you forget your BIOS password you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM See section 1 9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM Chapter 2 BIOS information After you have set a supervisor password the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings User Access Level Full Access This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items Configuration options No Access View Only Limited Full Access No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field Limited allows changes only to selected fields such as Date and Time Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility Change User Password Select this item to set or change the user password The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a User Password 1 Selectthe Change User Password item and press Enter 2 In the password box key in a password containing
33. ge Configuration options Auto VTT Voltage Auto Allows you to set the VTT voltage The values range from 1 20000V to 1 59375V with a 0 00625V increment Key in the value directly or use to adjust the voltage Configuration options Auto CPU Vcore Auto Allows you to set the CPU Vcore voltage Configuration options Auto 50mv 100mv 150mv Auto PSI Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Auto PSI mode Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 4 2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects Ratio CMOS Setting Auto Sets the ration between CPU core clock and the FSB frequency Configuration option Auto L4 fan invalid ratio is set in CMOS then actual and set values may differ Key in ratio numbers directly C1E Support Enabled Allows you to enable or disable C1E Support Configuration options Disabled Enabled Max CPUID Value Limit Disabled Setting this item to Enabled allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions Configuration options Disabled Enabled Intel R Virtualization Tech Enabled Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions With virtualization one computer system can funct
34. hat the ATX power supply is Switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard peripherals or components Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON in sleep mode or in soft off mode This is a reminder that you must shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED E CJ iy o SB_PWR Ol OFF Standby Power Powered Off P5G41T M LX Onboard LED Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it AN Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 5 1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below 1 5 2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis N Do not overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboa
35. he CPU fan connector 2 Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place ff The type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ but the installation steps and functions should remain the same The illustration above is for reference only Chapter 1 Product introduction 3 Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU FAN CPU FAN H GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR A Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector 1 6 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan T Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard Rotate each fastener counterclockwise Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 11 4 Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 5 Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling 1 7 System memory 1 7 1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 DDR3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets DIMM A1 DIMM B1 cT LOB j a a Channel Sockets
36. he Thermal Interface Material If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin d ensure that you wash it off immediately and seek professional medical help To prevent contaminating the paste DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly 7 Close the load plate A then push the load lever B until it snaps into the retention tab ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 10 1 6 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance A When you buy a boxed Intel processor the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly If you buy a CPU separately ensure that you use only Intel certified multi directional heatsink and fan Your Intel LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push pin design and requires no tool to install f you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly ensure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU Cem fan and heatsink assembly To install the CPU heatsink and fan g 1 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU ensuring that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to t
37. hen you connect the IDE cable Use the 80 conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100 66 33 IDE devices PRI_IDE PINI NOTE Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1 P5G41T M LX IDE connector A If any device jumper is set as Cable Select ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting 1 22 Chapter 1 Product introduction 3 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit ATX12V EATXPWR 3 vele JH GND 12 Volts i i 5 Volts P 12 Volts 4C 5 Volts a Find 5V Standby 5 Volt a 12V DC TDLILGND Power OK EE 5 Volts 12V DCH Diop GND C E GND 5 Volts CND GND 1LIC GND 5 Volts _ CHHPSON GND C GND 3 Volts CHH 12 Volts DEn SIS oven P5G41T M LX ATX power connectors A We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2 0 compliant power supply unit PSU with a minimum of 400W power rating This PSU type has 24 pin and 4 pin power plugs If you intend to use a PSU with 20 pin and 4 pin po
38. idth and reduces the latency of the memory accesses Dual channel DDR3 1333 0 C 1066 800 support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1333 O C 1066 800 MHz providing great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications Serial ATA 3Gb s technology This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA SATA 3Gb s storage specifications delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high speed data saving and retrieval Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller It is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems Innovative ASUS features ASUS EPU ASUS EPU Energy Processing Unit provides total system power management by detecting the current PC loading and intelligently moderating power in real time It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage to save power and money Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button After you easy setup Turbo Key boosts performances without interrupting ongoing work or games simply through pressing the button ASUS Q FAN ASUS Q FAN technology intelligently and automatically adjusts CPU fan Speed according to system load and temperature enabling users to work in distraction free environment with minimal noise ASUS Anti S
39. ion as multiple virtual systems Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 11 2 12 CPU TM Function Enabled Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor TM function a CPU overheating protection function When enabled the CPU core frequency and voltage are reduced when the CPU overheats Configuration options Disabled Enabled Execute Disable Bit Capability Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the No Execution Page Protection Technology Setting this item to Disabled forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero 0 Configuration options Disabled Enabled The following item appears only when you installed an Intel Pentium 4 or later CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Intel R SpeedStep TM Tech Enabled Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology When set to Enabled you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to use the EIST feature Set this item to Disabled if you do not want to use the EIST Configuration options Enabled Disabled 2 4 3 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings Select an item then press Enter to display the sub menu North Bridge Configuration Memory Remap Feature Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the remapping of overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory Configuration options Disabled Enabled Configure DRAM
40. items BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Options Exit system setup after saving the changes Exit amp Discard Changes Discard Changes F10 key can be used for this operation Load Setup Defaults Pressing lt Esc gt does not immediately exit this menu Select one of the options from this menu or lt F10 gt from the legend bar to exit Exit amp Save Changes Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off When you select this option a confirmation window appears Select OK to save changes and exit Exit amp Discard Changes Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program If you made changes to fields other than System Date System Time and Password the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values After selecting this option a confirmation appears Select OK to discard any changes and load the previously saved values Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if you press F5 a confirmation window appear
41. le Under the default state some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor marked value For system stability use a more efficient cooling system to support a full memory load 2 DIMMs or overclocking conditions P5G41T M LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1066 MHz capability DIMM socket support Optional AY B Voltage CT12864BA1067 8FF 1024MB Micron 9GF22D9KPT CT25664BA1067 16FF 2048MB Micron 9HF22D9KPT 1 35V low EBJ10UEBEDFO AE F 1024MB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F voltage EBJ51UD8BAFA AC E 512MB Elpida J5308BASE AC E EBJ51UD8BAFA AE E 512MB Elpida J5308BASE AC E EBJ11UD8BAFA AE E 1024MB Elpida J5308BASE AC E 1 35V low EBJ21UEBEDFO AE F 2048MB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F voltage KVR1066D3N7 1G 1024MB Kingston D1288JEKAPGA7U 1 5V KVR1066D3N7 2G 2048MB Kingston D1288JEKAPGA7U 1 5V MT8JTF12864AZ 1G1F1 1024MB Micron 9GF22D9KPT MT16JTF25664AZ 1G1F1 2048MB Micron 9HF22D9KPT M378B2873EH1 CF8 1024MB Samsung SEC 901 HCF8 K4B1G0846E M378B5273BH1 CF8 4096MB SAMSUNG 846 K4B2G0846B HCF8 M2Y2G64CBHA9N BE 2048MB 2GB DIMM PC3 8500 2048MB Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 13 DDR3 1333 MHz O C capability DIMM socket support Optional A B Timing Voltage AD31333001GOU 1024MB AD30908C8D 151C E0906 AD31333G001GOU 3072MB Kit of 3 1 65 1 85V AD31333002GOU 2048MB AD30908C8D 151C E0903 AD31333G002GMU 2048MB
42. led Onboard LAN Boot ROM Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN controller This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to Enabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled Serial Port1 Address 3F8 IRQ4 Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address Configuration options Disabled SF8 IRQ4 2F8 IRQ3 E8 IRQ4 2E8 IRQ3 Parallel Port Address 378 Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses Configuration options Disabled 378 278 BBC Parallel Port Mode ECP Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode Configuration options Normal Bi Directional EPP ECP ECP Mode DMA Channel DMAS Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to ECP This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA Configuration options DMAO DMA1 DMA3 EPP Version 1 9 Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to EPP Configuration options 1 9 1 7 Parallel Port IRQ IRQ7 Allows you to select parallel port IRQ Configuration options IRQ5 IRQ7 ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 18 2 4 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB related features Select an item then press Enter to display the configuration options The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None USB Functions Enabled Allows you to disable or enable the USB func
43. n SPEAKER Intel LGA775 CPU socket Onboard LED SB PWR DDRS3 DIMM slots Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP IDE connector 40 1 pin PRI IDE Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC 1 6 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 6 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Quad Core 2 Duo Pentium dual core Celeron dual core Celeron processors Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU 9 Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU FAN connector and chassis fan cable to the CHA FAN connector to ensure system stability N Upon purchase of the motherboard ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the Gos socket contacts are not bent Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing or if you see any damage to the PnP cap socket contacts motherboard components ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment transit related Keep the cap after installing the motherboard ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization RMA requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal or misplacement loss incorrect removal of the PnP cap fF The motherboard supports Intel LGA775 processo
44. nd to the device occurs one sector at a time Configuration options Disabled Auto PIO Mode Auto Selects the PIO mode Configuration options Auto 0 1 2 3 4 DMA Mode Auto Selects the DMA mode Configuration options Auto SMART Monitoring Auto Sets the Smart Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 32Bit Data Transfer Enabled Enables or disables 32 bit data transfer Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 3 4 Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the SATA devices installed in the system Select an item then press Enter if you want to configure the item ATA IDE Configuration Enhanced Allows you to set the ATA IDE configuration Configuration options Disabled Compatible Enhanced Enhanced Mode Support On S ATA Sets Serial ATA Parallel ATA or both as native mode Configuration options S ATA P ATA S ATA P ATA IDE Detect Time Out Sec 35 Selects the time out value for detecting ATA ATAPI devices Configuration options 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 3 5 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu BIOS Information Displays the auto detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto detected CPU specification
45. netten 1 1 1 3 1 Product e il TC 1 1 1 3 2 Innovative ASUS features sss 1 2 1 4 Before you proceed 1 4 1 5 Motherboard overview eee 1 5 1 5 1 Placement direction ese 1 5 15 2 pre holes i e mete pieta dieere 1 5 1 5 3 Motherboard layout sss 1 6 1 54 Layout contents eet de 1 6 1 6 Central Processing Unit CPU eene 1 7 1 6 1 Installing the CDU 1 7 1 6 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1 10 1 6 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1 11 1 7 System memory sc III I aasawa ssassaa asnasan 1 7 1 Overview 1 7 2 Memory eopntguratons sss 1 13 1 7 8 Installing a DIMM sse 1 74 Removing a DIMM 1 8 Expansion slots eeeeeeerneenen nnne tns 1 8 1 Installing an expansion Card 1 17 1 8 2 Configuring an expansion card 1 17 18 3 JPOLSIOIS enit itte rd ed iter 1 8 4 PCI Express x1 elo 1 85 PCI Express x16 slot 1 9 Md m S usasssss E Ir We ET 1 10 1 Rear panel connectors 1 10 2 Internal connectors SEENEN ENNEN Contents 1 11 Software Support tenter ete peeare s 1 11 1 Installing an operating system 1 11 2 Support DVD information sse Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5
46. ns Optimal Mode Silent Mode Performance Mode VCORE Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage xxxV or Ignored The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators 2 6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options Select an item then press Enter to display the sub menu Main Advanced Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence Boot Settings Ld A virtual floppy disk drive Floppy Drive B may appear when you set the CD ROM drive as the first boot P Boot Settings Configuration gt Security 2 6 1 Boot Device Priority 1st xxth Boot Device These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Configuration options Removable Dev Hard Drive ATAPI CD ROM Disabled To select the boot device during system startup press F8 when ASUS Logo appears To access Windows OS in Safe Mode do any of the following Press F5 when ASUS Logo appears Press F8 after POST 2 6 2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot Enabled Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests POST while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system When set to Disabled BIOS performs all the POST items Configura
47. or the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings FSB CPU External Frequency Synchronization Front Side Bus CPU External Frequency FSB 1333 333 MHz FSB 1066 266 MHz FSB 800 200 MHz PCI Express Frequency Auto Allows you to select the PCI Express frequency Configuration options Auto 90 91 92 150 L4 The following item appears only when you set the AI Overclocking item to Overclock Profile Overclock Options Overclock 5 Allows you to select the overclock options Configuration options Overclock 596 Overclock 1096 Overclock 1596 Overclock 20 Test Mode DRAM Frequency Auto Allows you to set the DRAM frequency Configuration options Auto B00 MHz 1067MHz The following table shows the DRAM Frequency options that appear when the FSB value is 1333 1066 and 800 DRAM Frequency N Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this happens revert to the default setting Chapter 2 BIOS information Memory Voltage Auto Allows you to set the memory voltage The values range from 1 20000V to 2 4600V with a 0 02000V increment Key in the value directly or use to adjust the voltage Configuration options Auto NB Voltage Auto Allows you to set the Northbridge voltage The values range from 1 12500V to 1 51875V with a 0 00625V increment Key in the value directly or use to adjust the volta
48. out the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company fthe power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified 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 ensure that 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 vii viii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring 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 BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Conventions used in this guide To
49. ove do not help remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data After clearing the CMOS reinstall the battery You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking For system failure due to overclocking use the CPU Parameter Recall C P R feature Shut down and reboot the system then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values Chapter 1 Product introduction Keyboard power 3 pin KBPWR This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake up feature When you set this jumper to pins 2 3 5VSB you can wake up the computer by pressing a key on the keyboard This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the 5VSB lead and a corresponding setting in the BIOS p KBPWR 773 t 23 HI 9 Hy d V 5VSB o Default du 2 L Eege P5G41T M LX Keyboard power setting 3 USB device wake up 3 pin USBPW1 4 3 pin USBPW5 8 Set these jumpers to 5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode CPU stopped DRAM refreshed system running in low power mode using the connected USB devices Set to 5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes no power to CPU DRAM in slow refresh power supply in reduced power mode USBPW1 4 Default USBPW5 8 12 23 5V 5VSB Default P5G41T
50. rd Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 5 1 5 3 Motherboard layout 9 000 o yir 20 1cm 7 9in d zm NA Kems IT CPU FAN e CO e T ATX12V 8 d E 8 I gt S 3 uw ft i LGA775 c aj e amp amp arid amp USB34 Ss al teres 9 2 LAN1_USB12 EN Intel EI 5 2 a a 5 G41 3 seo our amp 5 EE wien CHA FAN uoto o PCIEX1 1 Super PCIEX16 o P5G41T M LX Bos PCH Intel ICH7 soy Zo a PCI2 Acces AAFP FPANEL USBS6 EE SATA SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 ETE SPEAKER Ej EIER SERIE Cf d D USB7t Y nu 00 1 5 4 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots LED Keyboard power 3 pin KBPWR o Connectors Jumpers Slots LED Serial ATA connectors 7 pin SATA1 4 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V USB connectors 10 1 pin USB56 USB78 USB device wake up 3 pin USBPW1 4 3 pin USBPW5 8 CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 3 pin CHA FAN System panel connector 10 1 pin F PANEL Speaker connector 4 pi
51. re you want to have it shipped to by sending a request to ASUSTeK Computer Inc Legal Compliance Dept 15 Li Te Rd Beitou Taipei 112 Taiwan In your request please provide the name model number and version as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary object code This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address gpl asus com stating the product and describing the problem please do NOT send large attachments such as source code archives etc to this email address Contents kt i Safety information About this guide genge EENS tenor tenen iii P5G41T M LX specifications summary Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 Welcomet 1 1 1 2 Package contents 1 1 1 3 Special features n rect ted
52. rs with the Intel Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST and Hyper Threading Technology 1 6 1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU 1 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard E Fi B D d m mm um mile P5G41T M LX CPU socket 775 A Before installing the CPU ensure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 7 2 Press the load lever with your thumb A then move it to the left B until it is released from the retention tab Retention tab v To prevent damage to the socket Ce pins do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU Load lever 3 Lift the load lever in the direction of the PnP cap arrow to a 135 angle Load plate 4 Liftthe load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100 angle 4A then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove 4B 5 Position the CPU over the socket ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch Gold triangle mark Chapter 1 Product introduction 6 Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with ensuring that itis spread in an even thin layer fo Some heatsinks come with pre applied thermal paste If so skip this step Le DO NOT eat t
53. s Select OK to load default values Select Exit amp Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non volatile RAM ASUS P5G41T M LX 221 2 22 Chapter 2 BIOS information ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address Telephone Fax E mail Web site Technical Support Telephone Online support 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 11259 886 2 2894 3447 886 2 2890 7798 info asus com tw www asus com tw 86 21 38429911 support asus com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address Telephone Fax Web site Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA 1 510 739 3777 1 510 608 4555 usa asus com 1 812 282 2787 1 812 284 0883 support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Fax Web site Online contact Technical Support Telephone Component Telephone System Notebook Eee LCD Support Fax Online support Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany 49 2102 959911 www asus de www asus de sales 49 1805 010923 49 1805 010920 49 2102 9599 11 support asus com EUR 0 14 minute from a German fixed landline EUR 0 42 minute from a mobile phone anuig Deg Auer eueN O32 uonisod Bupjreur Ajuuojuoo 23 600Z B5unueuu 32 Burxiye uiBeq o e A 6002 91 AON eyeq uoneielo q 00Z ZV 100Z LV 8661 tZ0SS N3 Dd Pe 35 9002 Lv z00z s90
54. s The following sub sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 8 1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card 1 Before installing the expansion card read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card 2 Remove the system unit cover if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis 3 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use Keep the screw for later use 4 Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot 5 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier 6 Replace the system cover 1 8 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card configure it by adjusting the software settings 1 Turnon the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup 2 Assign an IRQ to the card 3 Install the software drivers for the expansion card EN When using PCI cards on shared slots ensure that the drivers support Share IRQ or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments Otherwise conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups making the system unstable and the card inoperable 1 8 3 PCI slots The PCI slots support car
55. s at 1 meter accuracy C P R CPU Parameter Recall The BIOS C P R feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure C P R eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data Simply shut down and reboot the system and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings ErP ready The motherboard is European Union s Energy related Products ErP ready and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment friendly and energy efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 3 1 4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component Before handling components use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object such as the power supply case to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component Before you install or remove any component ensure t
56. table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 5 4 Anti Surge Support Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge protection Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 15 2 16 2 5 5 APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss Power Off When set to Power Off the system goes into off state after an AC power loss When set to Power On the system goes on after an AC power loss When set to Last State the system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state was before the AC power loss Configuration options Power Off Power On Last State Power On By RTC Alarm Disabled Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event When this item is set to Enabled the items RTC Alarm Date RTC Alarm Hour RTC Alarm Minute and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values Configuration options Disabled Enabled Power On By External Modem Disabled This allows either settings of Enabled or Disabled for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft off mode Configuration options Disabled Enabled Power On By PCI E Device Disabled When set to Enabled this parameter allows you to wake the system through a PCI Express PCI card This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Enabled Po
57. tall to avail all motherboard features LA The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updates To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer The following screen is for reference only e Click an icon to ASUS InstAll D display Support DVD Intel Chipset Inf Update Program EE Rams to instal motherboard information Realtek Audio Driver Atheros AR8131 PCI E Ethernet Controller Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Norton Internet Security 2009 Click an item to install ff If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the Support DVD to c locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 27 1 28 Chapter 1 Product introduction BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS A Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility 2 1 1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage save and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet
58. tion options Disabled Enabled ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 17 Full Screen Logo Enabled This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature Configuration options Disabled Enabled L4 Set this item to Enabled to use the ASUS MyLogo 2 feature AddOn ROM Display Mode Force BIOS Sets the display mode for option ROM Configuration options Force BIOS Keep Current Bootup Num Lock On Allows you to select the power on state for the NumLock Configuration options Off On Wait For F1 If Error Enabled When set to Enabled the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs Configuration options Disabled Enabled Hit DEL Message Display Enabled When set to Enabled the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during POST Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 6 3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings Select an item then press Enter to display the configuration options Change Supervisor Password Select this item to set or change the supervisor password The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a Supervisor Password 1 Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press Enter 2 In the password box key in a password containing up to six letters or numbers or both then press Enter 3 Con
59. tions Configuration options Disabled Enabled USB 2 0 Controller Enabled Allows you to enable or disable USB 2 0 controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Legacy USB Support Auto Allows you to enable or disable support for Legacy USB storage devices including USB flash drives and USB hard drives Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled Auto USB 2 0 Controller Mode HiSpeed Allows you to configure the USB 2 0 controller in HiSpeed 480Mbps or Full Speed 12Mbps Configuration options FullSpeed HiSpeed LA The following items may only appear when a USB storage device is plugged USB Mass Storage Device Configuration USB Mass Storage Reset Delay 20 Sec Allows you to set the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to initialize Configuration options 10 Sec 20 Sec 30 Sec 40 Sec Emulation Type Auto Allows you to select the emulation type Configuration options Auto Floppy Forced FDD Hard Disk CDROM 2 14 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 4 6 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI PnP devices The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI PnP or legacy ISA devices and setting the memor
60. to the Internet browser and Skype Configuration options Enabled Disabled Auto Enter OS Timer 10 Seconds Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate s first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS Choose Prompt User to stay at the first screen of Express Gate for user action Configuration options Prompt User 1 second 3 seconds 5 seconds 10 seconds 15 seconds 20 seconds 30 seconds Reset User Data No Allows you to clear Express Gate s user data Configuration options No Reset When setting this item to Reset ensure to save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data will be cleared the next time you enter the Express Gate User data includes the Express Gate s settings as well as any personal information stored by the web browser bookmarks cookies browsing history etc This is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly The first time wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings 2 7 3 AI NET 2 Check Atheros LAN cable Disabled Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the Power On Self Test POST Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS
61. ts Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed i r SCH l TT TE D mmo mmo 255862 255862 o L LL L L K3 Ld nul BERI EA 6 USBSQ pee USB78 las L M Bebo oreo 8 lt E St 99 99 P5G41T M LX US USB2 0 connectors N N Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the a motherboard L4 The USB module cable is purchased separately 1 24 Chapter 1 Product introduction 6 CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 3 pin CHA FAN Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors L CPU_FAN H CPU FAN IN I CPU FAN PWR GND I FAN GND F 12V Rotation WENN C CPU FAN PWM d P5G41T M LX Fan connectors FF Only the 4 pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q FAN feature 7 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin S
62. up the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE SATA devices There is a separate sub menu for each IDE SATA device Select a device item then press Enter to display the IDE SATA device information The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items Device Vendor Size LBA Mode Block Mode PIO Mode Async DMA Ultra DMA and SMART monitoring These values are not user configurable These items show Not Detected if no IDE SATA device is installed in the system Type Auto Selects the type of IDE drive Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate IDE device type Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring a CD ROM drive Select ARMD ATAPI Removable Media Device if your device is either a ZIP LS 120 or MO drive Configuration options Not Installed Auto CDROM ARMD This item does not appear when you select the SATA 1 2 3 4 devices ASUS P5G41T M LX 2 7 LBA Large Mode Auto Enables or disables the LBA mode Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled Configuration options Disabled Auto Block Multi sector Transfer M Auto Enables or disables data multi sectors transfers When set to Auto the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi sector transfer feature When set to Disabled the data transfer from a
63. urge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply PSU Chapter 1 Product introduction eR u ErP ASUS Express Gate Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS which lets you instantly access the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows OS ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs USB HDDs and flash drives with at least 1 2GB free disk space When installing it on USB HDDs or flash drives connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before turning on the computer The actual boot time depends on the system configuration ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs ODDs and USB drives It supports file downloading to USB drives only 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 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utility ASUS Al NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the system and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to 100 meter
64. wer On By PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Space Bar Ctrl Esc Power Key Power On By PS 2 Mouse Disabled When set to Enabled this parameter allows you to use the PS 2 mouse to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 5 6 Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature xxx C xxx F or Ignored MB Temperature xxx C xxx F or Ignored The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures CPU Chassis Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU chassis fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed CPU Q Fan Control Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q Fan function Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 BIOS information CPU Fan Profile Optimal Mode This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan Configuration optio
65. wer plugs ensure that the 20 pin power plug can provide at least 15 A on 12 V and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 400W The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate DO NOT forget to connect the 4 pin ATX 12V power plug Otherwise the system will not boot up We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a System with more power consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguagezen us for details ASUS P5G41T M LX 1 23 4 Serial ATA connectors 7 pin SATA1 4 These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb s hard disk and optical disk drives The Serial ATA 3Gb s is backward compatible with Serial ATA 1 5Gb s specification The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA 3Gb s is faster than the standard parallel ATA with 133 MB s Ultra DMA133 SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 P5G41T M LX SATA connectors A Install the Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA 5 USBconnectors 10 1 pin USB56 USB78 These connectors are for USB 2 0 por
66. y fo Before you start using this utility download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www asus com To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port then launch EZ Flash 2 in any of these two ways Press Alt F2 during POST Enterthe BIOS setup program Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and press Enter to enable it Press Tab to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3 36 FLASH TYPE D BOARD VER DATE Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup ESC Exit 2 When the correct BIOS file is found EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done A This function supports USB flash disks with FAT 32 16 format and single partition only DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure 2 2 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 1 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated BIOS file A Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P5G41TM ROM
67. y size block for legacy ISA devices AN Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction Plug and Play O S No When set to No BIOS configures all the devices in the system When set to Yes and if you install a Plug and Play operating system the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot Configuration options No Yes 2 5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management APM Select an item then press Enter to display the configuration options BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Tools Exit Select the ACPI state used for System ACPI 2 0 Support Enabled SE ACPI APIC Support Enabled Anti Surge Support Enabled gt APM Configuration gt Hardware Monitor 2 5 1 Suspend Mode Auto Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI state to be used for system suspend Configuration options S1 POS Only S3 Only Auto 2 5 2 ACPI 2 0 Support Enabled Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI 2 0 specifications Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 5 3 ACPI APIC Support Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI support in the Application Specific Integrated Circuit ASIC When set to Enabled the ACPI APIC

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