Asus P8P67 LE, User Manual

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Page 2: ...lanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software This product may contain copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License GPL and under the Lesser General Public License Version LGPL The GPL and LGPL licensed code in this product is distributed without any warranty Copies of these licenses are included in this pro...

Page 3: ...ayout contents 1 9 1 6 Central Processing Unit CPU 1 10 1 6 1 Installing the CPU 1 10 1 6 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1 13 1 6 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1 14 1 7 System memory 1 15 1 7 1 Overview 1 15 1 7 2 Memory configurations 1 16 1 7 3 Installing a DIMM 1 22 1 7 4 Removing a DIMM 1 22 1 8 Expansion slots 1 23 1 8 1 Installing an expansion card 1 23 1 8 2 Configuring an ...

Page 4: ...11 2 3 1 System Language 2 11 2 3 2 System Date 2 11 2 3 3 System Time 2 11 2 3 4 Security 2 11 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu 2 13 2 4 1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2 14 2 4 2 Turbo Ratio 2 14 2 4 3 Memory Frequency 2 14 2 4 4 EPU Power Saving Mode 2 14 2 4 5 OC Tuner 2 15 2 4 6 DRAM Timing Control 2 15 2 4 7 CPU Power Management 2 15 2 4 8 Offset Mode Sign 2 16 2 4 9 DRAM Voltage 2 16 2 4 10 VCCIO Voltage 2 16 2 4 ...

Page 5: ...Control 2 25 2 6 4 Chassis Q Fan Control 2 25 2 6 5 CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage 2 26 2 6 6 Anti Surge Support 2 26 2 7 Boot menu 2 27 2 7 1 Bootup NumLock State 2 27 2 7 2 Full Screen Logo 2 27 2 7 3 Option ROM Messages 2 27 2 7 4 Setup Mode 2 27 2 7 5 Boot Option Priorities 2 28 2 7 6 Boot Override 2 28 2 8 Tools menu 2 29 2 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 2 29 2 8 2 ASUS SPD Inform...

Page 6: ...nt from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required 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 equip...

Page 7: ...peration safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediately To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors slots sockets and ci...

Page 8: ...uct and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information 2 Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package Typography Bold text Indicates a menu ...

Page 9: ...e to CPU behavior DDR3 2200 2000 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 1866 1600 MHz frequency as default Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity 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 ...

Page 10: ...igh Definition Audio CODEC BD Audio Layer Content Protection Supports 192khz 24bit BD Lossless Sound Supports Jack detection Multi streaming and Front Panel Jack Retasking Optical S PDIF Out port at back I O USB ASMedia USB3 0 controller 2 x USB 3 0 ports blue at the back panel Intel P67 Express Chipset 14 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 8 ports at the mid board 6 ports at the back panel ASUS unique features ...

Page 11: ...s blue 8 channel audio I O Internal connectors switches buttons 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 8 USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 x SATA 3 0 Gb s connectors 3 x SATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Power fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x IEEE 1394a connector 1 x S PDIF Out connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x COM connector 1 x IDE conn...

Page 12: ...VD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti virus software OEM version Form factor ATX form factor 12 in x 8 8 in 30 5 cm x 22 4 cm P8P67 LE specifications summary Specifications are subject to change without notice ...

Page 13: ...e i7 Core i5 Core i3 processors in LGA1155 package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support 2 channel 4 DIMMs DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2 0 lanes This provides great graphics performance Intel second generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world 1 1 Welcome Thank you for buying an ASUS P8P67 LE motherboard...

Page 14: ... physical characteristics of individual CPUs Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel Refer to the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List for details Due to CPU behavior DDR3 2200 2000 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 1866 1600 MHz frequency as default Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more Win...

Page 15: ...l High quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity Quad GPU CrossFireX Support The motherboard s powerful Intel P67 platform optimizes PCIe allocation in multiple GPU configurations of CrossFireX This allows you to enjoy a never before experienced brand new gaming style 1 3...

Page 16: ...sive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply PSU AI Suite II With its fast user friendly interface ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package It allows you to supervise overclocking energy management fan speed control and voltage and sensor readings This all in one software offers diverse ...

Page 17: ...hat 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 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 ...

Page 18: ...bject 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 det...

Page 19: ...u 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 Do not over...

Page 20: ...media ASM1085 COM1 KBMS 32Mb BIOS SB_PWR CLRTC 22 4cm 8 8in 30 5cm 12 0in Intel P67 DDR3 DIMM_A1 64bit 240 pin module DDR3 DIMM_A2 64bit 240 pin module DDR3 DIMM_B1 64bit 240 pin module DDR3 DIMM_B2 64bit 240 pin module LAN1_USB12 F_ESATA6G _USB34 SPDIF_O2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_E1 LGA1155 EATX12V USB3_12 USB56 MemOK DRAM_LED SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 IE1394_1 SATA6G_2 11 12 8 9 10 13 2 CPU_FAN...

Page 21: ...s 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 pin CHA_FAN1 2 3 pin PWR_FAN 1 31 13 Intel P67 Serial ATA 3 0Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA3G_1 4 blue 1 33 4 TPU LED O2LED1 1 38 14 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL 1 35 5 TPU switch 1 36 15 USB connectors 10 1 pin USB78 USB910 USB1112 USB1314 1 36 6 Intel LGA1155 CPU socket 1 10 16 IEEE 1394a connector 10 1 pin IE1394_1 1 28 7 DDR3 DIMM slots 1 15 17 Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC ...

Page 22: ...age 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 LGA1155 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 1 6 1 Installing the CP...

Page 23: ...ing the tab only The CPU fits in only one correct orientation DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches 5 Position the CPU over the socket ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom left corner of the socket and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches PnP cap ...

Page 24: ... tab 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 Some heatsinks come with pre applied thermal paste If so skip this step The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible DO NOT eat it If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin wash it off immediately and seek professional m...

Page 25: ...nsion Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly 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 To install the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU ensuring that the four fasteners...

Page 26: ...ctor 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 A A B B A A B B CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8P67 LE P8P67 LE CP...

Page 27: ...llation on a DDR2 DIMM socket DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 4 Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 5 Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling P8P6...

Page 28: ...el is then mapped for single channel operation Due to CPU behavior DDR3 2200 2000 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 1866 1600 MHz frequency as default According to Intel CPU specification DIMM voltage below 1 65V is recommended to protect the CPU Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum compatibility we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor Due ...

Page 29: ...P 4GB 2 x 2GB DS 9 9 9 27 1 65V GEIL GU34GB2000C9DC XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB DS 9 9 9 28 2 0V KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB DS 1 65V KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB DS 1 65V Kingston KHX2000C9AD3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB DS 9 1 65V KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB DS 1 65V KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB DS 1 65V Transcend TX2000KLU 6GK XMP 6GB 3x 2GB...

Page 30: ... 7 24 1 6V G SKILL F3 12800CL8D 8GBECO XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB DS 8 8 8 24 XMP 1 35V G SKILL F3 12800CL9D 8GBRL XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V GEIL GET316GB1600C9QC XMP 16GB 4x 4GB DS 9 9 9 28 1 6V GEIL GV34GB1600C8DC XMP 2GB DS 8 8 8 28 1 6V Kingmax FLGD45F B8KG9 XMP 1GB SS Kingmax KFB8FNGXF ANX 12A Kingmax FLGD45F B8MF7 MAEH XMP 1GB SS 7 Kingmax FLGE85F B8KG9 XMP 2GB DS Kingmax KFB8FNGXF ANX 12A Kingm...

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Page 32: ...Micron 0BF27D9KPT 9 9 9 24 1 5V Transcend TS256MLK64V3U 2GB DS Micron 9GF27D9KPT Transcend TS256MLK64V3U 2GB DS Elpida J1108BDBG DJ F 9 Century PC3 10600 DDR3 1333 9 9 9 1GB SS Micron 8FD22D9JNM Elixir M2F2G64CB88B7N CG 2GB DS Elixir N2CB2G808N CG Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N CG 2GB DS 7 7 7 20 Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N CG 2GB DS Elixir Elixir M2F4G64CB8HB5N CG 4GB DS Elixir N2CB2G808N CG Kingtiger 2GB DIMM ...

Page 33: ...icron 9GF22D9KPT 7 Micron MT16JTF25664AZ 1G1F1 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 OCZ OCZ3G1066LV4GK 4GB 2 x 2GB DS Micron 9BF27D9KPV 7 7 7 20 1 65V SAMSUNG M378B2873EH1 CF8 1GB SS Samsung SEC 901 HCF8 K4B1G0846E SAMSUNG M378B5273BH1 CF8 4GB DS SAMSUNG 846 K4B2G0846B HCF8 Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC5N BE 2GB DS Elixir N2CB1G80CN BE Elixir M2Y2G64CBHA9N BE 2GB DS 7 7 7 20 Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3 8500 2GB DS Hynix H...

Page 34: ...2 1 A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket in the 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 3 1 7 4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM 1 Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the...

Page 35: ...e 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 When using PCI cards on shared s...

Page 36: ...FireX limitation PCIe x16_2 slot must run at x4 mode to set up a CrossFireX configuration The default setting is x2 mode Go to the BIOS setup to change the settings See section 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration in the BIOS for details The PCIe x1 slots share the bandwidth with the PCIe x16_2 slot Thus all PCIe x1 slots will be disabled when you install two CrossFireX graphics cards on both the P...

Page 37: ...ove 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 To erase the RTC RAM 1 Turn OFF the compu...

Page 38: ...port black This port connects to the rear speakers in the 4 6 and 8 channel audio configurations 6 Line In port light blue This port connects to the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources 7 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 8 Microphone port pink This port connects to a mi...

Page 39: ...ard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing Windows operating system Due to USB 3 0 controller limitation USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 0 devices 16 ...

Page 40: ... to this connector set the item to AC97 By default this connector is set to HD See section 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details P8P67 LE P8P67 LE Front panel audio connector AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 SENSE2_RETUR SENSE1_RETUR PRESENCE GND PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L HD audio compliant pin definition NC NC NC AGND Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 Legacy AC 97 compliant definiti...

Page 41: ... s Cable connector Single device Cable Select or Master Black Two devices Cable Select Master Black Slave Gray Master Master Black or gray Slave Slave 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 If any device jump...

Page 42: ...ator aspx SLanguage en us for details 4 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V 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 5 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 This connector is for a serial COM port Connect the ser...

Page 43: ...FAN 4 pin CHA_FAN1 4 pin CHA_FAN2 3 pin PWR_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 The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A 24 W fan power Only the CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature If you install two VGA cards we recommend that you...

Page 44: ... RAID set refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives The Serial ATA RAID feature RAID 0 1 5 and 10 is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later version When using hot plug and NCQ set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to AHCI Mode See sec...

Page 45: ...nfiguration for details Before creating a RAID set refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives The Serial ATA RAID feature RAID 0 1 5 and 10 is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later version When using hot plug and NCQ set the SATA M...

Page 46: ...6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details Press Ctrl M during POST to enter the Marvell RAID utility to create or delete a RAID configuration If you want to install a Windows operating system to a RAID configuration created using the Marvell SATA controller you have to create a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS installation For 32 64bit Windows XP O...

Page 47: ...D cable to this connector The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 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 ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRSW This 2 pin connector is for the system power button Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pi...

Page 48: ...purchased separately P8P67 LE P8P67 LE USB2 0 connectors USB 5V USB_P12 USB_P12 GND NC USB 5V USB_P11 USB_P11 GND USB1112 PIN 1 USB 5V USB_P14 USB_P14 GND NC USB 5V USB_P13 USB_P13 GND USB1314 PIN 1 USB 5V USB_P10 USB_P10 GND NC USB 5V USB_P9 USB_P9 GND USB910 PIN 1 USB 5V USB_P8 USB_P8 GND NC USB 5V USB_P7 USB_P7 GND USB78 PIN 1 1 TPU switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the TPU fun...

Page 49: ...gs The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases indicating different test processes Due to memory tuning requirement the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process the DRAM_LED lights continuously Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists in this user manual or on the A...

Page 50: ...tion below shows the location of the onboard LED 2 DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process If an error is found the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved This user friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second 3 TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enab...

Page 51: ...t 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 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD The following screen is for reference...

Page 52: ...ASUS P8P67 LE 1 40 ...

Page 53: ... and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu The ASUS Update main screen appears From the list select either of the following methods Updating from the Internet a Select Update BIOS from the Internet then click Next b Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic then click Next c From the FTP site select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next 2 1 1 ASUS Upda...

Page 54: ...ty and press Enter to enable it The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet Always update the utility to avail all its features Updating from a BIOS file a Select Update BIOS from 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 Flash Info MODEL P8P67 LE VER 0711 DATE ...

Page 55: ...ring the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically 4 The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting To en...

Page 56: ...ocess The succeeding utility screens are for reference only The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown Before updating BIOS 1 Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32 16 format and single partition 2 Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http support asus com and save them on the USB flash drive NTFS is not supported unde...

Page 57: ...B flash drive is not write protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file 1 At the FreeDOS prompt type bupdater o filename and press Enter The filename is any user assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 18 Current ROM Update ROM Note Saving BIOS PATH A BOAR...

Page 58: ... to select the BIOS file and press Enter BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update Are you sure to update BIOS Yes No 4 Select Yes and press Enter When BIOS update is done press ESC to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure For BIOS Updater version 1 04 or later the ...

Page 59: ...the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu See section 2 9 Exit Menu for details If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value See section 1 9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM 2 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters The BIOS screen...

Page 60: ...S Version 0711 Build Date 01 07 2011 CPU Type Intel R Core TM i5 2400 CPU 0 3 10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Total Memory 1024 MB DDR3 1333MHz Exit Advanced Mode Temperature Voltage Fan Speed CPU 113 0ºF 45 0ºC CPU 1 248V 5V 5 160V CPU_FAN 3325RPM PWR_FAN N A MB 75 2ºF 40 0ºC 3 3V 3 344V 12V 12 248V CHA_FAN1 N A CHA_FAN2 N A English EFI BIOS Utility EZ Mode Friday 10 08 2010 Normal Quiet Performance Energy ...

Page 61: ... changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the fan settings Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tool For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Navig...

Page 62: ...on options for that item Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down keys to display the other items on the screen Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program Use the navigation keys to select items in the m...

Page 63: ...s allow you to change the system security settings If you have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed After you set a password these items show Installed Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Moni...

Page 64: ...when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed User Password If you have set a user password you must enter the user password for accessing the system 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...

Page 65: ...i Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Version 2 00 1201 Copyright C 2010 American Megatrends Inc X M P When XMP is enabled BCLK frequency CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized Select Screen Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F5 Optimized Defaults F10 Save ESC Exit EFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Target CPU Turbo Mode Speed xxxxMHz Target DRAM...

Page 66: ...Turbo Ratio Auto Allows you to manually adjust the Trubo CPU ratio Auto All Turbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings By All Cores Can Adjust in OS All numbers of active cores will be set to one single Turbo ratio in OS By Per Core CannotAdjust in OS All numbers of active cores can be set to an individual Turbo ratio in BIOS By All Cores Can Adjust in OS Auto This item appears only when yo...

Page 67: ...gement The sub items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non turbo CPU ratio Use and keys or the numeric keypad to adjust value The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Disabled Disables...

Page 68: ... voltage may make the system unstable 2 4 9 DRAM Voltage Auto Allows you to set the DRAM voltage The values range from 1 185V to 2 135V with a 0 005V interval According to Intel CPU specification DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1 65V may damage the CPU permanently We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1 65V 2 4 10 VCCIO Voltage Auto Allows you to set the VCCIO v...

Page 69: ...would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal This item allows you to set this function for better system performance Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification 2 4 13 CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Auto Automatic configuration Disabled Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability Ena...

Page 70: ...on PCH Configuration SATA Configuration USB Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration APM 2 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency Use and keys or the numeri...

Page 71: ...The operating system controls the CPU speed Turbo Mode Enabled This item appears only when you set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the Intel Turbo Mode Technology Enabled Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition Disabled Disables this function CPU C1E Enabled Enabled Enables the C1E support function...

Page 72: ...lly optimize the order of commands RAID Mode Set to RAID Mode when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives S M A R T Status Check Enabled S M A R T Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology is a monitor system When read write of your hard disk errors occur this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST Configuration options Enabl...

Page 73: ...t panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 SPDIF Out Type SPDIF SPDIF Sets to SPDIF for SPDIF audio output HDMI Sets to HDMI for HDMI audio output VIA 1394 Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller Disabled Disables the controller PCI Express X16_2 slot Black bandwidth 2 0 1 1 x2 mode Auto The PCIe X16_2 slot runs at x4 x2 mode for system resource optimization 4 0...

Page 74: ... Enables the Realtek LAN controller Disabled Disables the controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Asmedia USB 3 0 controller Disabled Disables the controller A...

Page 75: ...By PS 2 Mouse Disabled Disabled Disables the Power On by a PS 2 mouse Enabled Enables the Power On by a PS 2 mouse This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Power On By PCI Disabled Disabled Disables the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI devices Enabled Allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card This feature requires an ATX power supply ...

Page 76: ...eld shows N A Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed Scroll down to display the following items Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Version 2 00 1201 Copyright C 2010 American Megatrends Inc Select Screen Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F5 Optimized Defaults F10 Save ESC Exit EFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode CPU Temperature 4...

Page 77: ...ng four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 20ºC to 75ºC CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the and keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 20 to 100 When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit the CPU fan will operate at the maximum dut...

Page 78: ... from 40ºC to 90ºC Chassis Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the and keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 60 to 100 When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle Chassis Lower Temperature 40 Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 60 Use the and keys to adjust the minimum ch...

Page 79: ... third party manufacturer had set the add on device to do so 2 7 4 Setup Mode EZ Mode Advanced Mode Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program EZ Mode Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Version 2 00 1201 Copyright C 2010 American Megatrends Inc Select the keyboard NumLock state Sel...

Page 80: ...the system To select the boot device during system startup press F8 when ASUS Logo appears To access Windows OS in Safe Mode do any of the following Press F5 when ASUS Logo appears Press F8 after POST 2 7 6 Boot Override These items displays the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Click an item to start bo...

Page 81: ...IOS settings The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory CPU configuration and BIOS version Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash and create a profile Key i...

Page 82: ...t menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press F10 a confirmation window appears Select Yes to save changes and exit Discard Changes Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press Esc a confirmation window appears Select Yes to discard changes and exit ASUS EZ Mode This op...

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