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xWhere to nd more informationRefer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.1. ASUS websitesThe ASUS

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.6 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-313.6.5 APM CongurationRestore On AC Power Loss [Power Off]When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC po

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupPower On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set specic keys on the

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-33CPU Fan Profile [Standard]Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS Q-Fan. When set to [Standard], the CPU

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to di

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-353.7.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) w

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.7.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-37User Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Conguration options: [N

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message appears. Use th

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-393.8.2 Drive Xpert Control [Auto]Allows you to enable or disable the Drive Xpert feature. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled]

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

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8.4 Express GateAllows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-413.8.5 ASUS O.C. ProleThis item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Save to Proe 1/2Allows you to save the curr

3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8.6 AI Net 2Check Marvell LAN Cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the Marvell LAN cable during the Power-On S

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-43Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend

3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

4Software supportThis chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software.

ASUS P5Q-E SeriesChapter summary44.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Support DVD informati

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN fold

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

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-34.2.3 Utilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll - In

xiiP5Q-E Series specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium®

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportASUS AI SuiteThe ASUS AI Suite is an innovative application to do overclocking, fan control, power saving and quiet the

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-54.2.4 Make disk menuThe Make disk menu contains items to create the Intel ICH10R or Marvell® 61xx driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32/64

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support4.2.5 Manual menuThe Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of th

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-7Browse this DVDDisplays the support DVD contents in graphical format.4.2.7 Other informationThe icons on the top right corner of

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

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-94.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the ins

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

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-113. Click the Run button to perform a cable test.4.3.2 AI NET2The AI NET2 features the Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT). VCT

4-12 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.3 ASUS PC Probe IIPC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-13Sensor alertWhen a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show.When

xiii(continued on the next page)P5Q-E Series specications summaryIEEE 1394LSI® L-FW3227 controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard;

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChanging the monitor panels positionTo change the position of the monitor panels in the desktop, click the arrow down

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-15Monitoring sensor alertThe monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportPCI browserClick to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information o

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-17Memory usageThe Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents th

4-18 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.4 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch EPU—6 Engine, AI Booster, AI Nap, and Fan Xpert utilities easi

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-19Other feature buttonsClick on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of the expand

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

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-214.3.6 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different

4-22 Chapter 4: Software supportClick to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratioClick to close the Calibration windowFan pro

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-234.3.7 ASUS AI BoosterThe ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the h

xiv*Specications are subject to change without notice.P5Q-E specications summaryBack Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port 1 x S/PDIF

4-24 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.8 ASUS EPU—6 EngineASUS EPU—6 Engine is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This ut

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-256 Engine main menuAuto ModeRuns calibrationTurbo ModeHigh Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMax. Power Saving ModeAdvanced

4-26 Chapter 4: Software supportAdvanced settings menuClick Advance ( ) from the 6 Engine main menu to display conguration options in each mode. Some

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-27Conguration optionsTurbo Mode High Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMaximum Power Saving ModeCPU FrequencyOverclocking +1

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.9 ASUS AI Direct LinkASUS AI Direct Link allows you to form a computer-to-computer network via a network cable to

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-29The default path of the AIDirectLinkIncoming folder is C:\Program Files\ASUS\AI Direct Link. To change its location, disable the

4-30 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.10 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Denition Audio utility)The ADI AD2000B High Denition Audio CODEC provides 8-chann

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-31A. SoundMAX BlackHawk (AI Audio 2)If you are using Windows Vista™ operating system, from the taskbar, double-click on the SoundM

4-32 Chapter 4: Software supportPlayback SettingsTo congure the playback settings, click the Playback button on the control panel. You can adjust the

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-33More SettingsClick for the further congurations.EqualizerAllows you to congure and customize all the DSP presets frequencies.

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

4-34 Chapter 4: Software supportPreferencesDisplays the preference options for this utility, version information, AudioESP, etc.SpeakersAllows you to

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-35Audio Setup WizardBy clicking the icon from the SoundMAX® control panel, you can easily congure your audio settings. Simply f

4-36 Chapter 4: Software supportJack congurationThis screen helps you congure your computer’s audio ports, depending on the audio devices you have i

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-37Audio preferencesClick the icon to go to the Preferences page. This page allows you to change various audio settings.General op

4-38 Chapter 4: Software supportMicrophone optionsClick the Microphone tab allows you to optimize your microphone input settings.Enhanced Microphone F

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-394.3.11 ASUS Drive XpertDrive Xpert, an ASUS exclusive technology, secures the data on your hard disk and enhances hard drive per

4-40 Chapter 4: Software supportConguring EZ BackupThis mode allows one hard disk to backup the other hard disk automatically. This helps you to save

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-41Conguring Super SpeedThis mode allows two hard disks to access data simultaneously. The dual channel design can largely enhance

4-42 Chapter 4: Software support4. After restarting your computer, the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows® notication area turns gray to indicate that

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-43Partitioning volumesYou have to partition volumes for the hard disk after Super Speed conguration.To partition volumes:1. Right

ASUS P5Q-E SeriesChapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2 Package

4-44 Chapter 4: Software supportSchedule Drive VerifyAllows you to set up the schedule for verifying the hard disks. Click Ok to apply the settings; c

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-45Firmware UpdateAllows you to update the rmware. Click Browse to locate the rmware le that you want to update. Then click Updat

4-46 Chapter 4: Software supportUsing Drive Xpert function in Express Gate environmentYou may use Drive Xpert function in Express Gate environment by

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-47EZ BackupTo start EZ Backup conguration:1. Click EZ Backup from the main screen.2. Check if the SATA cables and power cords ar

4-48 Chapter 4: Software supportSuper SpeedTo start Super Speed conguration:1. Click Super Speed from the main screen.2. Check if the SATA cables a

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-49Using Drive Xpert function in BIOS setup environmentYou may use Drive Xpert function in BIOS setup environment. To enter BIOS set

4-50 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.12 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet. W

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-51The First ScreenExpress Gate’s rst screen appears within a few seconds after you power on the computer. From here, you can immed

4-52 Chapter 4: Software supportKnowing the Express Gate hot-keysHere is a list of common-used hot-keys for Express Gate.In the First Screen:Key Funct

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-53Using the Conguration PanelUse the conguration panel to change various Express Gate settings.Click on an icon to open a particu

ASUS P5Q-E Series1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5Q-E Series motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest tec

4-54 Chapter 4: Software support• Screen Settings: Choose the most optimal screen resolution for your display.• Volume Control: Control the volume for

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-55 Click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl-Space by default). Click to change LaunchBar

4-56 Chapter 4: Software support2. Open Network.3. Make the proper network congurations.Each network interface is enabled immediately when you chec

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-57• If you have wireless network, click Setup for the WiFi option. In the WiFi tab of the Advanced Network Settings box, enter the

4-58 Chapter 4: Software supportUsing ASUS Drive XpertWithout drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-59Conguring Express Gate in BIOS SetupEnter BIOS setup by pressing DEL key after powering on or by clicking on the BIOS setup icon

4-60 Chapter 4: Software support4.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, RAID

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-614.4.3 Intel® RAID congurationsThis motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel® Matrix Storage congurations

4-62 Chapter 4: Software supportIntel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to cre

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-63Creating a RAID 0 set (striped)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <

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

4-64 Chapter 4: Software support6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, and then press <Enter>. The availa

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-65Creating a RAID 1 set (mirrored)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <

4-66 Chapter 4: Software supportCreating a RAID 10 set (RAID 0+1)To create a RAID 10 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-67Creating a RAID 5 set (parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <E

4-68 Chapter 4: Software support4. The Disks item is highlighted, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives to congure as RAID. The followi

ASUS P5Q-E Series4-694.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2. Place the motherboa

4-70 Chapter 4: Software supportTo install the RAID driver in Windows XP:1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6>

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

ASUS P5Q-E SeriesChapter summaryAA.1 Intel® EM64T ...A-1A.2 Enhanced

ASUS P5Q-E Series A-1A.1 Intel® EM64T• The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating systems.• The

ASUS P5Q-E Series1-3Dual Gigabit LAN solution The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to serve as a network gateway for managing trafc be

A-2 Appendix: CPU featuresThe screen displays and procedures may vary depending on the operating system.A.2.2 Using the EISTTo use the EIST feature:1

ASUS P5Q-E Series A-3A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology• The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technol

A-4 Appendix: CPU features

iiE4144First Edition August 2008Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionASUS Power Saving SolutionASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automatically provides balanced computing po

ASUS P5Q-E Series1-5DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance.For optimal c

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionASUS DieHard BIOS The AUS DieHard BIOS consists of two BIOS chips, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. The ASUS DieHard

ASUS P5Q-E Series1-7ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predened hotkey to launch the utility and up

1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction

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

2.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Motherboard overview ...

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2 Motherboard overview2.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel con

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-32.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V) 2-372. LGA775 CPU Soc

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices ...

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2.3 Placement directionWhen installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the corr

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-52.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extrem

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

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-75. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket then t the s

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationThe motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced I

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-92.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.DO NOT forget to connect the CPU

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-112.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) soc

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the D

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-13P5Q-E Series Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200MHz capabilitySize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip BrandSS/DSPart No. DI

ivContents2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots ... 2-212.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots ...

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationP5Q-E Series Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capabilitySize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand S

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-15P5Q-E Series Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability (cont.)Size Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand SS/DSPart

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationSize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand SS/DSPart No. DIMM socket support (Optional)A* B* C*1024MB Oci 64M8PC6400 5 In

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-17Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one modu

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.4.4 Removing a DIMMFollow these steps to remove a DIMM.1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-192.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and th

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5.3 Interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.IRQ Priority Standard function0 1 S

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-212.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI speci

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information• In single VGA card mode, use rst the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get bet

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-232.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear

vContents3.4 Ai Tweaker menu ... 3-153.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] ...

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information2. CPU / Northbridge overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU; 3-pin OV_NB)These jumpers allow you to enable or disable

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-252.7 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to power on or reboot system quickly and conveniently when you want to ne-tune

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8 Connectors2.8.1 Rear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-2710. Wireless LAN port (WiFi-AP Edition only). The port is on the onboard wireless LAN module that allow you to set up a wireles

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)This connector is for the provided opp

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-29Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s)Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - BlackTwo devices Cable-Select Master

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationConnect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-315. SIL5723 Serial ATA connectors [orange] (7-pin SATA_E1, SATA_E2)These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Ser

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information6. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB 78, USB 910, USB1112_WFG)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-337. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for a IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to

viContents3.6 Power menu ... 3-303.6.1 Suspend Mode [Auto] ...

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information8. CPU, chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN)The fan connectors suppo

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-359. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. C

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O modu

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-3712. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information13. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound so

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-39• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this con

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information16. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cab

ASUS P5Q-E Series 2-412.9 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all swit

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.10 Turning off the computer2.10.1 Using the OS shut down functionIf you are using Windows® XP:1. Click the S

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

viiContents4.3.6 ASUS Fan Xpert ... 4-214.3.7 ASUS AI Booster ...

Chapter summary3ASUS P5Q-E Series3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ... 3-13.2 BIOS setup program ...

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-13.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output Syst

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupQuit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoi

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® des

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-53.1.3 AFUDOS utilityThe AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS le in DOS environment using a bootable oppy disk with the

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable oppy disk you created earlier.3.

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-73.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable rmware chip that you can update using the provided utility descri

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For changing the basic system congura

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-93.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows

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

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic syste

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-113.3.5 SATA 1-6While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-m

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupDMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDM

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-13Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if the device is acce

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.3.8 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically detects

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-153.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Take caution when changing the set

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency. Use the <+> an

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-173.4.5 DRAM CLK Skew on Channel A1/A2/B1/B2 [Auto]Adjusting these items may help enhancing DRAM overclocking ability. Conguratio

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup2nd Information: 8-3-5-4-6-4-6The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items:READ to WRITE Delay(S/D)

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-193.4.8 DRAM Read Training [Auto]Allows you to set DRAM read data timing optimization. Setting this item to [Disabled] may help en

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

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.12 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. The values range from 0.85000V to 2.10000V* with a 0.006

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-21• The value [2.2V] of the NB Voltage item is supported only if the OV_NB jumper is enabled; otherwise, the maximum voltage suppo

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.24 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto]Set to [Disabled] to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control.Congura

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-233.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Take caution when

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-25CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency. Use the <+> and <->

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5.3 ChipsetThe Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> t

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-273.5.4 Onboard Device CongurationOnboard Device CongurationHigh Denition Audio [Enabled] Front Panel Type [HD Audio]Marvell

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <E

ASUS P5Q-E Series3-293.5.6 PCIPnPThe PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Plug And Play O/S [No]When set