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1. o ATX12V EATXPWR PIN 12V DCHDLH END 43 volts d cND 12V DC DH SND 4142 volts JEE 5 volts 12 Volts ICICI 5 Volts 5V Standby JCH 5 Volts Power OK _ CH 5 Volts GND IC GND 5 Vols TT GND GND GND 5 Volts PSON cno GND 3 Volts tC 12 Volts 3 Volts ICH 3 Volts O C3 Zat wie P5P41C ATX power connectors N ASUS P5P41C 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 power 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 th
2. enen 2 17 2 6 3 Security 2 7 TOONS menlis tan an san rion rn f E DR D RR dean 2 7 1 ASUS EZ Flash need Re cen tue 2 20 2 7 2 Express Gate sess eene 2 20 278 ANNET Zanten 2 20 2 8 Ll UE 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 encouraged 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 re
3. ASUS P5P41C 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 lt Enter gt 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 functions 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 Coniroller 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
4. ASUS P5P41C 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 lt Enter gt 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 Hee ers eran Reset User Data No 2 NTFS read only gt 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 lt Enter gt a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press lt Enter gt 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 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 set
5. 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 P5P41C 14 SERIAL Em 3 E D S Ko i i 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 bandwidth and reduces the latency of the memory accesses Dual channel DDR3 1333 0 C DDR2 1066 O C support This motherboard supports DDR3 1333 O C 1066 800 MHz and DDR2 1066 O C 800 667 MHz memory 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 A
6. 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 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 4 4 Onboard Devices Configuration Onboard Gigabit LAN Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Gigabit LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled 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 Po base address Configuration options Disabled 3F8 IRQ4 2F8 IRQ3 SE8 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
7. b 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 lt F5 gt when ASUS Logo appears Press lt F8 gt after POST ASUS P5P41C 2 17 2 18 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 Configuration options Disabled Enabled Full Screen Logo Enabled This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature Configuration options Disabled Enabled LA 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 wait
8. KLED48F B8KU6 NGES 1024MB SS Kingmax KKB8FNUXF DXX 18A KLEE88F B8KU6 NNAS 2048MB DS Kingmax KKB8FNUXF DXX 18A KHX8500D2 1G 1024MB SS Heat Sink Package gd KHX8500D2K2 2G 1024MB DS KHX8500D2K2 4G 2048MB DS 5 5 5 15 OCZ2N10662GK EPP 2048MB kit of 2 DS 5 5 5 15 OCZ2F10664GK 4096MB kit of 2 DS s 6 7 7 20 OCZ2P10664GK 4096MB kit of 2 DS AL8E8G73F AE1 2048MB DS ASRGESFGF907MATOFTAIWAN en TX1066QLU 2GK 2048MB kit of 2 SS 5 TX1066QLU 4GK 4096MB kitof 2 DS Transcend 5 SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support A Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single channel memory configuration B Supports one pair of DDR2 modules inserted into both the blue slots or one pair of DDR3 modules into both the black slots as one pair of Dual channel memory configuration Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest QVL 1 18 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 7 3 Installing a DIMM AN Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components ie Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components To install a DIMM DIMM notch 1 Pressthe retaining clips outward to J unlock a DIMM socket 2 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket Unlocked retainin
9. 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 Managing and updating your BIOS ss 2 1 2 1 1 ASUS Update utility eneen enn 2 1 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 eee eee menn 2 2 2 4 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS nnen 2 3 BIOS setup program ennt 2 4 2 2 1 BIOS menu screen 2 5 2 2 2 Menu bal aita ict petente e iode ie rendra tis 2 5 2 2 8 Navigation key 2 6 2 24 Menu eng m 2 6 2 25 Submenuitems esee mtem 2 6 2 26 Configuration fields nanne eneen eneen 2 6 2 2 7 Pop up window iiaia aai aeaaeae aa e 2 6 228 Scroll barnes ette He esters 2 2 9 General help Main menu 2 3 1 System Time 2 3 2 System Date 2 3 3 Primary IDE Master Slave SATA14 annen 2 7 2 3 4 Storage Configuration nnen eenen ene seven eneen 2 8 2 3 5 System Information Advanced menu 241 JumperFree Configuration 242 CPU Configuration ee EE 2 4 4 Onboard Devices Configuration nn 2 13 245 USB Configuration nnen annen eneen eneen 2 14 2 4 6 PCI PnP PowWer menu ionis i d d dpa ch ER E REDE P aa 2 5 1 Suspend Mode see NENNEN 2 15 2 5 2 ACPI2 0 Support ssnstinin 2 15 2 5 3 ACPIAPIC Support 2 15 Contents 2 5 4 Anti Surge Support 2 5 5 APM Configuration nennen eeen 2 5 6 Hardware Monitor sse 2 6 Boot menu ee 2 6 1 Boot Device Priority 2 6 2 Boot Settings Configuration
10. 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 Z 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 Setup 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 op
11. XMP 1024MB SEC 813HCH9 Transcend TS128MLK64V3U 1024MB i K4B1G0846D TS256MLK64V3U 2048MB Micron 9GF27D9KPT TS256MLK64V3U 2048MB SEC816HCH9K4B1G0846D SLY3128M8 EDJ 1024MB ASINT DDRII1208 DJ 0844 SLY3128M8 EDJE 1024MB ELPIDA Ji108BASE DJ E SLY3128M8 EDJ 2048MB ASINT DDRII1208 DJ 0844 SLZ3128M8 EDJE 2048MB ELPIDA Ji108BASE DJ E FSX1333D3G K2G 1024MB FSX1333D3G 2G 2048MB PC3 10600 DDR3 1333 9 9 9 ed 0600 DDR3 1333 1024MB Micron 8FD22D9JNM 2048MB Micron 8DD22D9JNM M2Y2G64CB8HA9N CG 2048MB R d M2Y2G64CB8HC9N CG 2048MB Elixir SEC 904 HCH9 K4B1G0846D 2GB DIMM PC3 10666 2048MB Samsung KTG2G1333PG3 2048MB PSD31G13332H 1024MB PSD31G13332 1024MB Patriot PM64M8D38U 15 PSD32G13332H 2048MB R PDC34G1333ELK 4096MB Kitof2 DS SP001GBLTU133S01 1024MB ss NT5CB128M8AN CG SP001GBLTU133S02 1024MB SS N2CB1680AN C6 SP002GBLTU133S02 2048MB DS N2CB1680AN C6 TMS1GB364D081 107EY 1024MB SS TMS1GB364D081 138EY 1024MB ss TMS2GB364D081 107EY TMS2GB364D081 138EY TMS2GB364D082 138EW ASUS P5P41C 1 15 DDR2 667 MHz capability DIMM socket Chip Brand Chip NO Voltage Support Optional M2OADSH3J417011C53 2048MB A Data AD20908A8A 3EG 30724 F2 5400PHU2 2GBNT 2048MB Kit of 2 G SKILL D2 64M8CCF 0815 C7173S 5 5 5 15 X j d Heat Sink Package T F2 5300CL5D 4GBMQ 4096MB Kit of 2 G SKILL SN 8151030036559 5 5 5 15 GX21GB5300SX 1024MB GEI
12. before you install the heatsink and fan assembly Es 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 the 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 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND Jm P5P41C CPU fan connector SS 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 1 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard 2 Rotate each fastener counterclockwise 3 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard ASU
13. 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 Turn on 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 A 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 cards such as a LAN card SCSI card USB card and other cards that comply with PCI specifications 1 8 4 PCI Express x1 slots 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 9 Jumpers 1 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
14. 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 f 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 function as multiple virtual systems Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASUS P5P41C 2 11 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 d
15. 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 that 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 m8 Ll um E Se md Co CH KH ER SB PWR 0 o ON OFF ere Standby Power Powered Off P5P41C Onboard LED Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the
16. 10 1 pin F PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions PWR LED PWR BTN Aog Ova Ww E g Ens m H ENS HI D Chee EES gt ed Hos 3 DO GE oS ww SS Ex op HG c L a HD LED RESET P5P41C System panel connector 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 PWRBTN This 2 pin connector is for the system power button 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 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 Fe H SPEAKER E l O Ces 5 oo co SEER gt o n 0 ass om Ed E P5P41C Speaker Out Connecto
17. 1288TEFCGL25U KVR800D2N6 2G low profile 2048MB DS Samsung K4T1G084QE KVR800D2N6 4G 4096MB DS Elpida E2108ABSE 8G E OCZ2G800R22GK OCZ2P800R22GK 1024MB DS 1024MB DS OCZ 4 4 4 15 OCZ2RPR8002GK 1024MB DS 4 4 4 15 OCZ2VU8004GK 1024MB DS 5 6 6 18 OCZ2SE8002GK 2048MB Kit of 2 DS 5 5 5 15 OCZ2F8004GK EPP 2048MB DS 5 4 4 18 OCZ2P8004GK 4096MB Kit of 2 DS 5 4 4 15 OCZ2VU8004GK 4096MB Kit of 2 DS E 5 6 6 18 AL7E8F73C 8E1 1024MB ss PSC A3RIGESCFF734MAAOE 5 AL7E8G73F 8E1 1024MB SS PSC P3R1GE3FGF850MAC19 AL8E8F73C 8E1 2048MB DS PSC A3R1GE3CFF734MAA0E AL8E8G73F 8E1 2048MB DS PSC P3R1GE3FGF850MAC19 PL8E8F73C 8E1 2048MB DS PSC SHG772 AA3G PL8E8G73E 8E1 2048MB DS PSC XCP271A3G A SAMSUNG M378T2863EHS CF7 1024MB SS Samsung K4T1G084QE SAMSUNG M378T2863QZS CF7 1024MB SS Qimonda K4T1G084QQ HCF7 SAMSUNG M378T6553GZS CF7 SAMSUNG M378T2953GZ3 CF7 SAMSUNG _M378T2953GZ3 CF7 512MB 1024MB 1024MB DS Qimonda Samsung Samsung K4T51083QG HCF7 K4T51083QG K4T51083QG HCF7 SAMSUNG M37875663QZ3 CF7 2048MB Samsung K4T1G084QQ HCF7 SAMSUNG M378T5263AZ3 CF7 4096MB Samsung K4T2G084QA HCF7 Super Talent T800UB1GC4 1024MB Super Talent Transcend 1S128MLQ64V8U 1024MB ELPIDA E1108ACBG 8E E Tra
18. 4 IDE connector 40 1 pin PRI_IDE The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133 100 66 signal cable There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133 100 66 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 Single device Drive jumper setting Cable Select or Master Mode of device s Cable connector Black Z Two devices Cable Select Master Black Slave Gray Master Master Slave Slave Black or gray Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA cable connector This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable Use the 80 conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133 100 66 IDE devices i PRI IDE E EEEN LI PIN NOTE Orient the red markings CT em P5P41C IDE connector NA on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1 If any device jumper is set as Cable Select ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting 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
19. B1 CT25664BA1339 16FF BL25664ABA1336 16SFB1 2048MB Kit of 2 SS 2048MB DS 4096MB Kit of 2 DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT 6 6 6 20 6 6 6 20 1 8V Crucial BL25664BA1336 16SFB1 4096MB Kit of 2 DS 6 6 6 20 1 8V Crucial BL25664BN1337 16FF XMP 6144MB Kitof 3 DS 7 7 7 24 1 65V EBJ10UESEDFO DJ F 1024MB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 35V low voltage EBJ21UE8EDFO0 DJ F 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 35V low voltage F3 10600CL8D 2GBHK 1024MB SS G SKILL F3 10600CL9D 2GBPK F3 10666CL7T 3GBPK F3 10666CL9T 3GBNQ 1024MB SS 3072MB Kit of 3 SS 3072MB Kit of 3 SS G SKILL F3 10600CL7D 2GBPI XMP 1024MB DS G SKILL F3 10600CL9D 2GBNQ 1024MB DS G SKILL F3 10666CL8D 4GBECO XMP 4096MB Kit of 2 DS 1 85V low voltage F3 10666CL8D 4GBHK XMP 4096MB Kit of 2 DS 1 5 1 6V F3 10666CL7T 6GBPK XMP 6144MB Kitof 3 DS 1 5 1 6V F3 10666CL9T 6GBNQ 6144MB Kitof 3 DS 1 5V 1 6V DDR3 1333 CL9 9 9 24 GV34GB1333C7DC 1024MB SS 2048MB DS 1 5V GG34GB1333C9DC 4096MB Kit of 2 DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N 1 3V low voltage DDR3 1333 CL9 9 9 24 6144MB Kitof 3 DS 1 5V FLFD45F B8MF9 1024MB SS Micron BHD22D9JNM FLFD45F B8MH9 MAES 1024MB SS Micron 9CF22D9KPT FLFE85F B8MF9 2048MB DS Micron 8HD22D9JNM FLFE85F B8MH9 MEES 2048MB DS Micro
20. 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 P5P41C 2 1 I 4 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 utility 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 lt Alt gt F2 during POST Enterthe BIOS setup program Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and press lt Enter gt to enable it Press lt Tab gt to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3 36 FLASH TYPE Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup ESC Exit 2 Whenthe correct BIOS file is found EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboo
21. GBPQ 2048MB G SKILL F2 6400CL6D 4GBMQ 4096MB Kit of 2 KR F2 6400CL6Q 16GMQ 4096MB KR GB22GB6400C4DC 1024MB GL2L64M088BA30EB GB22GB6400C5DC 1024MB GL2L64M088BA30EB GB24GB6400C4QC 1024MB GL2L64M088BA30EB GB24GB6400C5QC 1024MB GL2L64M088BA30EB GE22GB800C4DC 1024MB GE22GB800C5DC 1024MB GE24GB800C4QC 1024MB continued on the next page Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR2 800 MHz capability Part No GE24GB800C5QC E DS 1024MB Chip Brand DIMM socket Chip NO Voltage _ Support Optional GX22GB6400DC 1024MB GX22GB6400UDC 1024MB GB24GB6400C4DC 2048MB GB24GB6400C5DC 2048MB GL2L128M88BA25AB GB28GB6400C4QC GB28GB6400C5QC 2048MB 2048MB DS GEIL GL2L128M88BA25AB GL2L128M88BA25AB GE24GB800C4DC 2048MB DS GEIL GE24GB800C5DC 2048MB DS GEIL GE28GB800C4QC 2048MB DS GEIL GE28GB800C5QC 2048MB DS GEIL GX22GB6400C4USC 2048MB DS GEIL GX22GB6400LX 2048MB DS GEIL GX24GB6400DC 2048MB DS GEIL KLDD48F B8KU5 NGES 1024MB SS Kingmax KKB8FNUBF DNX 25A KLDE88F B8KU5 NHES 2048MB DS Kingmax KKB8FNUBF DNX 25A KVR800D2N5 1G low profile 1024MB SS Elpida E1108AFSE 8E F KVR800D2N6 1G low profile 1024MB SS Elpida E1108AFBG 8E F KHX6400D2K2 2G 2048MB Kit of 2 DS KVR800D2N5 2G low profile 2048MB DS Kingston D
22. JOIN Q q St A LO LL E5293 First Edition V1 January 2010 Copyright 2010 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 ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT AN
23. L 3 GX22GB5300LX 2048MB GEIL GX24GB5300LDC 2048MB GEIL s KVR667D2N5 1G low profile 1024MB Elpida E1108AFSE 8E F KVR667D2N5 2G low profile 2048MB Elpida E1108AFBG 8E F AL7E8F73C 6E1 1024MB PSC A3R1GE3CFF734MAA0J AL6E8E63J 6E1 512MB PSC A3R12E3JFF717B9A00 AL6E8E63J 6E1 1024MB PSC A3R12E3JFF717B9A01 AL8E8F73C 6E1 2048MB PSC A3R1GE3CFF733MAA00 M378T5263AZ3 CE6 4096MB Samsung K4T2G084QA HCE6 JM667QLJ 1G 1024MB Elpida E5108AJBG 6E E JM667QLU 2G 2048MB Transced TQ243PCF8T0834 8D A3JKSMPETP 512MB PSC A3R12E3GEF633ACAOY DIMM socket Vendor Part No Chip Brand Chip NO i Voltage SUpport Optional AD2800E001GOU 2048MB Kit of 2 S M2GVD6G314170Q1E58 1024MB V Data VD29608A8A 25EG80813 AD2800002GMU 2048MB Hynix F AD2800E002GOU 4096MB Kit of 2 S E 4 4 442 78 01GA0 9L5 1024MB APACER AM4B5808FEWS8E 78 A1GA0 9L4 2048MB APACER AM4B5808FEWS8E XMS2 6400 1024MB Corsair XMS2 6400 1024MB Comar CM2X2048 8400C8DHX 4096MB Kit of 2 CM2X2048 6400C5 4096MB Kit of 2 e 5 BL12864AL80A 8FES EPP _2048MB kit of 2 4 4 4 12 BL25664AL80A 16FES EPP 4096MB kit of 2 4 4 4 12 BL25664AR80A 16FES EPP 4096MB kit of 2 4 4 4 12 F2 6400PHU2 2GBNR 1024MB 5 5 5 15 Heat Sink Package F2 6400CL5D 1GBNQ 512MB G SKILL SN 8151030036642 F2 6400CL4D 2GBPK 1024MB G SKILL F2 6400CL5D 2GBNQ 1024MB G SKILL KR F2 6400CL4D 4GBPK 2048MB G SKILL t F2 6400CL5D 4
24. O 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 Gen the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu Refer to section 2 8 Exit menu for details ASUS P5P41C 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 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 a
25. R2 memory modules Supports up to 8GB system memory Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules cannot be used simultaneously Use DDR3 memory modules on the black slots and DDR2 memory modules on the blue slots 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 1 x PCle x16 slot 2 x PCle x1 slots 3 x PCI slots 1 x Ultra DMA 133 100 66 connector 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb s connectors 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 up to 8 USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 ports at mid board 4 ports at the back panel continued on the next page P5P41C specifications summary ASUS unique ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 features ASUS Al NET 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 1xLPT port 1x COM 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 connecto
26. S P5P41C 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 and two Double Data Rate 3 DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets The figure illustrates the location of the DIMM sockets d DR3 A1 DR2 Ai a pal Dr 4 a a DDR3_B1 qm g d H Channel Sockets Channel A DDR3_A1 and DDR2 A1 mu Lm Channel B DDR3_B1 and DDR2 B1 Eend i ze SS aS Oo X Ed C2 CJ zamP P5P41C 240 pin 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 black sockets or 512MB 1GB 2GB and 4GB unbuffered non ECC DDR2 DIMMS into the blue sockets AN DO NOT use DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules simultaneously 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
27. SUS 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 ASUS 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 Surge 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 Es eg J ASUS P5P41C 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 dr
28. 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 memory 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 Au
29. The USB module cable is purchased separately 1 26 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 N Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the e system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors Ja CPU FAN i CPU FAN PWM 8 al CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR Hl GND CHA_FAN us H Rotation Lg Pul taf um GND E n o E Em Gil P5P41C fan connectors V Only the 4 pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q FAN feature 7 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_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 1 a H E 2 oo 2 ms a D es 2 HS co no E sud 3 A JEIDIE D ar SPDIF_OUT gt Er P5P41C Digital audio connector VA The S PDIF module is purchased separately ASUS P5P41C 1 27 1 28 8 System panel connector
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31. angle 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 it is spread in an even thin layer fo Some heatsinks come with pre applied thermal paste If so skip this step Le DO NOT eat the 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 P5P41C 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
32. ation 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 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 Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field e A 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 Al 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
33. ceiver 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 Wi 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 REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http green 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 S DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste This product has been designed to nl municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DO NOT throw the mercury containing button cell battery in municipal waste T
34. configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it A 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 motherboard Place this side towards the rear of the chassis ASUS P5P41C 1 5 1 5 3 Motherboard layout 20 8cm 8 2in ke gt NA KBMS GC UD arxiav FT LGATIS Sis S s Sila EIS USB34 8 8 CPU FAN i H 2 H H alaz mm LAN1 USB12 Sigi EAI HT Intel 8 8 8 8 CHA FAN en E o CO ei CO Aupio tH E DS Sao S ito E ES PCIEXi 1 Bas m ABUS LS P5P41C PCIEX16 m
35. d Bo PCIEX1_2 SS Intel ICH7 PCI SATA1 SATA2 o rop s e rop Teens Q M Y 15 4 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots LED System panel connector 10 1 pin F_PANEL Connectors Jumpers Slots LED ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 3 pin CHA_FAN Intel LGA775 CPU socket DIMM slots Serial ATA connectors 7 pin SATA1 4 IDE connector 40 1 pin PRI_IDE Onboard LED SB_PWR Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC USB connectors 10 1 pin USB56 USB78 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 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 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
36. d 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 lt F5 gt a confirmation window appears 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 P5P41C 2 21 2 22 Chapter 2 BIOS information
37. e Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguagezen us for details 1 25 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 T CH SATA1 SATA2 La lee B S D Ces co PN epee O C3 cmm P5P41C SATA connectors A Install the Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA USB connectors 10 1 pin USB56 USB78 These connectors are for USB 2 0 ports 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 d SH 09 me 4 5 git s i L1 namma Dana om o00z0 QDNNHZO cy mie TID LLLI pE TE bidet DS O USB56 tt USB78 UM PINT Se PINT SO ex KE GERZ H Sal Balm Ca DE 758 238 P5P41C USB2 0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard
38. g clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket in a wrong direction 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 f Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force DIMM notch 2 Remove the DIMM from the socket ASUS P5P41C 1 19 1 20 1 8 Expansion slots In the future you may need to install expansion cards The following sub sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support A 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
39. gabit 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 OFF 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 Geng or 8 channel configuration Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration 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 22 Chapter 1 Product introduction 7 USB 2 0 ports 1 and 2 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are ava
40. h 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 options Optimal Mode Silent Mode Performance Mode CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 200 Allows you to set a value of CPU fan speed at which the system warns Configuration options 500 400 300 200 100 Ignored Chassis Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the 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 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 lt Enter gt to display the sub menu Main Advanced Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence Boot Settings b A virtual floppy disk drive Floppy Drive B may appear when you set the CD ROM drive as the first boot
41. his 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 about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer Operation 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 socke
42. ilable 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 COM port This port is for pointing devices or other serial devices 10 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 SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR GND PRESENCE a Ooo 22 oo en un S ous EENGE zes s End KEO SES 3 o c0 SQUE SE 5 ea z FE d Cl Cd HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 E Oo mam pin definition compliant definition P5P41C Analog front panel connector A 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 ASUS P5P41C 1 23 1 2
43. 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 processors 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 1 Ex 0 c C2 C3 am P5P41C CPU socket 775 o A Before installing the CPU ensure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left ASUS P5P41C 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 To prevent damage to the socket 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 arrow to a 135 angle PnP cap Load plate 4 Un the 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 tri
44. isable 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 lt Enter gt 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 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 PCI PEG PEG PCI South Bridge Configuration Audio Controller Enabled Allows you to set the audio controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled
45. ives 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 Al NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the system and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to 100 meters 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 Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances RoHS This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment friendly and recyclable products packaging to safeguard consumers health while minimizing the impact on the environment 1 4 A H Before you proceed Take note of
46. mation 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 lt Key gt Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example lt Enter gt 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 Ctrl Alt D P5P41C specifications summary Front Side Bus Expansion slots Storage LGA775 socket for Intel Core 2 Quad Core 2 Extreme Core 2 Duo Pentium dual core Celeron dual core Celeron processors Supports Intel 45nm multi core CPU Supports Intel Hyper Treading Technology Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Refer to www asus com for Intel CPU support list Northbridge Intel G41 Southbridge Intel ICH7 1333 1066 800 MHz Dual channel memory architecture 2x 240 pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non ECC 1333 0 C 1066 800 MHz DDR3 memory modules 2x240 pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non ECC 1066 0 C 800 667 MHz DD
47. n 9GF27D9KPT KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9 2G 2048MB DS Qimonda IDSH1G 03A1F1C 13H Micron MT8JTF12864AZ 1G4F1 1024MB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT Micron MT18JTF25664AZ 1G4F1 2048MB DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT OCZ OCZ3P13332GK 2048MB Kit of 2 SS 1 8V OCZ OCZ3X1333LV3GK XMP 3072MB Kit of 3 SS 1 6V OCZ OCZ3G13334GK 4096MB Kit of 2 DS 1 7V OCZ OCZ3G1333LV4GK 4096MB Kit of 2 DS continued on the next page 1 65V low voltage Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1333 0 C MHz capability DIMM socket Vendor Part No Timing Voltage Support Optional At OCZ OCZ3P13334GK 4096MB Kit of 2 1 8V OCZ OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4096MB Kit of 2 vatags m OCZ OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4096MB Kit of 2 1 65V OCZ OCZ3RPX1333EB4GK 4096MB Kit of 2 1 85V OCZ OCZ3X13334GK XMP 4096MB Kit of 2 1 75V OCZ OCZ3G1333LV6GK 6144MB Kit of 3 1 65V OCZ OCZ3P1333LV6GK 6144MB Kit of 3 1 65V OCZ OCZ3X1333LV6GK XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 1 60V PSC AL7F8G73D DG1 1024MB PSC A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 R PSC AL8F8G73D DG1 2048MB PSC A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 R SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1 CH9 1024MB Samsung K4B1G0846D HCH9 7 SEC 846 HCH9 SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1 CH9 1024MB SAMSUNG K4B1G08460 SAMSUNG M378B2873EH1 CH9 1024MB Samsung RECS CHO SAMSUNG M378B5673DZ1 CH9 2048MB Samsung K4B1G0846D HCH9 SAMSUNG M378B5673EH1 CH9 2048MB Samsung ESS HCHS Super Talent W1333X2GB8
48. nscend TS64MLQ64V8J 512MB Micron 7HD22 D9GMH Transcend JM800QLJ 1G 1024MB Transced TQ123PJF8F0801 Transcend JM800QLJ 1G 1024MB Transcend TQ123YBF8 T0747 Transcend 1S128MLQ64V8J 1024MB Mircon 7HD22D9GMH Transcend JM800QLU 2G 2048MB Transced TQ243PCF8 TS256MLQ64V8U 2048MB Elpida E1108ACBG 8E E M2GVD6G3H3160Q1E52 512MB V Data VD29608A8A 25EG20813 M2XSSKG3147C1L1C5Z 1024MB Samsung K4T51083QE M2XHYKH3J47CCO1E5Z ASUS P5P41C 2048MB Hynix H5PS1G83EFRS6C 852AK DDR2 1066 O C MHz capability Vendor Part No AD21066E001GOU 1024MB SS DIMM socket Timing Voltage Support Optional Heat Sink Package AD21066E002GOU 2048MB DS s 2 1V 2 3V TWIN2X4096 8500C5D G 4096MB kit of 2 DS 2 10V TWIN2X4096 8500C7 G 4096MB kit of 2 DS 2 00V BL12864AA1065 8FE5 1024MB SS F2 8500CL5S 1GBPK 1024MB DS F2 8500CL5D 2GBPK 2048MB kit of 2 DS F2 8500CL5D 4GBPI B 4096MB kit of 2 DS F2 8500CL5D 4GBPK 4096MB kit of 2 DS GB22GB8500C5DC 1024MB SS GEIL GL2L128M88BA18BW GB24GB8500C5QC 1024MB SS GEIL GL2L128M88BA25AB GE22GB1066C5DC 1024MB SS GEIL GE24GB1066C5QC 1024MB SS GEIL GB24GB8500C5DC 2048MB DS GEIL GL2L128M88BA25AB GE24GB1066C5DC 2048MB DS GEIL GX24GB8500C5UDC 4096MB kit of 2 DS
49. ny 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 System Time System Date 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 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 P5P41C 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 men
50. ows the DRAM Frequency options that appear when the FSB value is 1333 1066 and 800 FSB DDR3 DRAM Frequency Auto 800MHz 960MHz 1000MHz 1067MHz 1100MHz 1333MHz 1333 v v v v Ed EA 800 v v FSB DDR2 DRAM Frequency Auto 667MHz 800MHz 960MHz 1000MHz 1067MHz 1100MHz 1333 v v v v v GEE 800 V V V 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 2000V to 2 4450V with a 0 0150V 0 0750V 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 voltage 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 SB 1 5V Voltage Auto Allows you to set the SouthBridge chipset voltage Configuration options 1 5V 1 6V CPU Vcore Auto Allows you set the CPU Vcore voltage Configuation options Auto 50mv 100mv 150mv Auto PSI Enabled Allows you to enable or disable
51. ped 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 rre tremere reno dee ii P5P41C specifications summary Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 Welcome nnn unser sense nanaenen ven nnne tnter tnn tete nrnn tnter ttn 1 1 1 2 Package COMTCMtS esissccsaccsicusisssscensteccorescancessadensenassrsnsensnssasendensisaa 1 1 1 3 Special features n rect ted netten 1 1 1 3 1 Product e il TC 1 1 1 3 2 Innovati
52. port DVD to a locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD ASUS P5P41C 1 29 1 30 Chapter 1 Product introduction BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS AN 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 ff ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet 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
53. puter 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 Power 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 Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU 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 wis
54. r 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 Ff 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 install to avail all motherboard features LA The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the Geng 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 f The following screen is for reference only T Click an icon to ASUS InstAll MD display Support DVD motherboard information Intel Chipset Driver Realtek Audio Driver Realtek 10 100 1000 PCHESANIDriver Norton Internet Security 2009 Click an item to install f If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the Sup
55. r 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 ATX form factor 12 in x 8 2 in 30 5 cm x 20 8 cm Specifications are subject to change without notice Product introduction 1 1 Welcome Thank you for buying an ASUS P5P41C 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 P5P41C 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 Es If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer 1 3 Special features 1 3 1 Product highlights Intel Core
56. s 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 lt Enter gt 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 Confirm 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 Chapter 2 BIOS information 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 After you have set a supervisor pa
57. ssword 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 Select the Change User 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 lt Enter gt 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
58. system setup information such as system passwords a DH D 2 o d o as CLRTC 1 zZ 23 CH cO DE cnn on Normal Clear RTC LES REL Ceru P5P41C 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 Ji s Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position Removing the cap will cause system boot failure fthe steps above 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 ASUS P5P41C 1 21 1 10 Connectors 1 10 1 Rear panel connectors 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 Gi
59. ting 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 Al NET 2 Check Realtek LAN cable Disabled Enables or disables checking of the Realtek 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 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 Geng 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 selecte
60. tions Not Installed Auto CDROM ARMD fo This item does not appear when you select the SATA 1 2 3 4 devices ASUS P5P41C 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 and 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 lt Enter gt if you want to configure the item ATA IDE Configuration Enhanced Allows you to set the ATA IDE configur
61. to 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 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 P5P41C 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 com
62. 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 P5P41C 2 9 2 10 V 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 lt gt 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 for 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 Al Overclocking item to Overclock Profile Overclock Options Overclock 5 Allows you to select the overclock options Configuration options Overclock 596 Overclock 10 Overclock 15 Overclock 20 Test Mode DRAM Frequency Auto Allows you to set the DRAM frequency Configuration options Auto B00 MHz 1067MHz 1333MHz L4 The following table sh
63. 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 256 megabits Mb chips or less fo The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect Gn SPD which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module 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 P5P41C Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1066 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional A B 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 EBJ21UE8EDFO AE F 2048MB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F
64. ts 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 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 vii viii Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual 2 DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to Z5 complete a task A CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to La complete a task IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task ff 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 infor
65. ts 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 AN Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P5P41C ROM 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 h D
66. u 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 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 2 385 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
67. ve ASUS features nnen ennen eneen 1 2 1 4 Before you proceed eese eren 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 e 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 anneer acnccnccacenasieaysnecucseaeadusseacersctstoresstcceeses 1 7 1 Overview 1 7 2 Memory configurations nnn ane eenen nennen 1 13 1 7 3 Installing a DIMM ss 1 74 Removing a DIMM 1 8 Expansion slots eeeeeeereeener nnns 1 8 1 Installing an expansion Card 1 20 1 8 2 Configuring an expansion Card 1 20 18 38 JPOLSIOIS erint Retire rd ed iter i RES 1 84 PCI Express x1 slots 1 85 PCI Express x16 slot 1 9 JUMPERS a MQ E Jr We ET 1 10 1 Rear panel connectors 1 10 2 Internal connectors SEENEN enen eeen Contents 1 11 Software support cctenseececes ap ceceesccsncneisescpececueszercnctieaserdes 1 11 1 Installing an operating system 1 11 2 Support DVD information nnen eneen enen Chapter 2 BIOS information 2
68. 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 M2Y2G64CB8HC5N BE 2048MB Elixir N2CB1G80CN BE M2Y2G64CBHC9N BE 2048MB DS Elixir 2GB DIMM PC3 8500 2048MB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C ASUS P5P41C 1 13 DDR3 1333 0 C MHz capability Vendor Part No AD31333001GOU 1024MB ss A Data AD30908C8D 151C E0906 Timing DIMM socket support Optional AY Voltage AD31333G001GOU 3072MB Kit of 3 SS 8 8 8 24 1 65 1 85V AD31333002GOU 2048MB DS A Data AD30908C8D 151C E0903 AD31333G002GMU 2048MB DS 8 8 8 24 1 65 1 85V 78 A1GC6 9L1 2048MB DS APACER AMSD5808DEWSBG CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1024MB SS 9 9 9 24 1 60V CM3X1024 1333C9 1024MB ss TR3X3G1333C9 G 3072MB Kit of 3 SS 9 9 9 24 1 50V TR3X3G1333C9 G 3072MB Kit of 3 SS 9 9 9 24 1 50V TR3X3G1333C9 3072MB Kitof3 SS 9 1 5V CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1024MB DS Corsair CM3X2048 1333C9DHX 2048MB DS TW3X4G1333C9 G 4096MB Kit of 2 DS 9 9 9 24 Crucial CT12864BA1339 8FF 1024MB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 Crucial Crucial Crucial BL12864TA1336 8SF

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