MotherboardP5E3 Deluxe/ WiFi-AP@n
xAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis guid
4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.6.5 APM CongurationRestore On AC Power Loss [Power Off]When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-31Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set specic keys on
4-32 Chapter 4: BIOS setupCPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q-fan. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]The fol
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> t
4-34 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.7.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (PO
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <E
4-36 Chapter 4: BIOS setupUser Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Conguration option
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <E
4-38 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.8.2 ASUS Express GateAllows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a un
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-39 Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub ScreenF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (C)Copyright
xiConventions used in this guideTo make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.T
4-40 Chapter 4: BIOS setupASUSTek O.C. Prole Utility V1.064.8.4 Ai Net 2Marvell POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the M
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Exit menuPressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <
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5Software supportThis chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the softwares.
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@nChapter summary55.1 Installing an operating system ... 5-15.2 Support DVD
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n5-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the
5-2 Chapter 5: Software support5.2.2 Drivers menuThe Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Utilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS Ins
5-4 Chapter 5: Software supportASUS AI SuiteInstalls the ASUS AI Suite. ASUS AI Direct LinkInstalls the ASUS AI Direct Link applicationASUS Express Ga
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Make disk menuThe Make disk menu contains items to create the Intel ICH9 or JMicron® JMB36X RAID/AHCI driver disk.
xiiP5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n specications summaryCPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Penti
5-6 Chapter 5: Software support5.2.5 Manual menuThe Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of th
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n5-7Browse this DVDDisplays the support DVD contents in graphical format.5.2.7 Other informationThe icons on the top right c
5-8 Chapter 5: Software supportTechnical support FormDisplays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to ll out when requesting technic
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-95.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you throu
5-10 Chapter 5: 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 P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-113. Click the Run button to perform a cable test.5.3.2 AI NET2The AI NET2 features the Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™
5-12 Chapter 5: Software support5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe IIPC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-13Button Function Opens the Conguration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window
5-14 Chapter 5: Software supportChanging the monitor panels positionTo change the position of the monitor panels in the desktop, click the arrow down
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-15Monitoring sensor alertThe monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value.
xiiiASUS AI Lifestyle Unique featuresASUS AI Life Features: - ASUS Express Gate - ASUS WiFi-AP@nASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS EPU (Energy Proc
5-16 Chapter 5: Software supportPCI browserClick to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information o
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-17Memory usageThe Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window rep
5-18 Chapter 5: Software support5.3.4 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch AI Gear 3, AI N.O.S., AI Booster, AI Nap, and Q-Fan 2 utilitie
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n5-19Other feature buttonsClick on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of t
5-20 Chapter 5: Software supportAuto ModeCalibrationTurbo ModeHigh Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMax. Power Saving ModeSettings5.3.5 ASUS
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] ASUS AI NapThis feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enab
5-22 Chapter 5: Software support5.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2This ASUS Q-Fan 2 Control feature allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] ASUS AI BoosterThe ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment with
5-24 Chapter 5: Software support5.3.9 ASUS AI Direct LinkASUS AI Direct Link allows you to form a computer-to-computer network via a network cable to
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n5-25The default path of the AIDirectLinkIncoming folder is C:\Program Files\ASUS\AI Direct Link. To change its location, dis
xivBack Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) 2 x External SATA 1 x IEEE1394a 2 x RJ45 ports 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 1 x WiFi-
5-26 Chapter 5: Software support5.3.10 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Denition Audio utility)The ADI AD1988B High Denition Audio CODEC provides 8-chann
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-27A. SoundMAX BlackHawk (AI Audio 2)If you are using Windows® Vista operation system, from the taskbar, double-click the
5-28 Chapter 5: Software supportPlayback SettingsTo congure the playback settings, click the Playback button on the control panel. You can adjust the
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-29More SettingsClick for the further congurations.EqualizerAllows you to congure and customize all the DSP presets fr
5-30 Chapter 5: Software supportSpeakersAllows you to adjust the Speaker Trim and Speaker Delay.BassAllows you to do the Bass management.PreferencesDi
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-31B. SoundMAXIf you are using Windows® XP operating system,from the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMAX® icon to displ
5-32 Chapter 5: Software supportJack configurationThis screen helps you congure your computer’s audio ports, depending on the audio devices you have
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-33Audio preferencesClick the icon to go to the Preferences page. This page allows you to change various audio settings.
5-34 Chapter 5: Software supportMicrophone optionsClick the Microphone tab to optimize your microphone input settings.Enhanced Microphone FeaturesVoic
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-355.3.11 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to web and Skype. W
1Product introductionThis chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
5-36 Chapter 5: Software support Besides using the LaunchBar, you can also switch between applications by pressing <Alt> +<Tab> on the key
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-37Network Conguration Specify how your computer connects to the Internet. Enable all the network ports that you may use
5-38 Chapter 5: Software support shows mute status; click to change volume click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-393. Make the proper network congurations. Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next t
5-40 Chapter 5: Software supportConguring Express Gate in BIOS SetupEnter BIOS setup by pressing DEL key after powering on or by clicking on the BIOS
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-41To install the Express Gate Updater, launch the installer and follow on-screen prompts. To use the Express Gate Updater
5-42 Chapter 5: Software support5.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with two RAID controllers that allow you to congure Serial ATA hard disk
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-435.4.3 Intel® RAID congurationsThis motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 (0+1) and Intel® Matrix Stora
5-44 Chapter 5: Software supportIntel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM UtilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to cre
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-45Creating a RAID 0 set (striped)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, the
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@nChapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2
5-46 Chapter 5: Software support6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press <Enter>. The available
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-47Creating a RAID 1 set (mirrored)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, th
5-48 Chapter 5: 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 P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-49Creating a RAID 5 set (parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, then
5-50 Chapter 5: Software support4. The Disks item is highlighted, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives to congure as RAID. The followi
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-515.4.4 JMicron® RAID CongurationThe JMicron® Serial ATA controller allows you to congure RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD sets
5-52 Chapter 5: Software supportEntering the JMB363 RAID BIOS utility1. During POST, press <Ctrl-J> to enter the JBM363 RAID BIOS menu. JMicr
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-532. When the Level item is highlighted, use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set that you want to create.3.
5-54 Chapter 5: Software support5. When done, press <Enter> to conrm the creation of the RAID set. A dialogue box appears to conrm the actio
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-55Deleting a RAID set1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Delete RAID Disk Drive using the up/down arrow key
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new featu
5-56 Chapter 5: Software supportResetting disks to non-RAIDTo reset disks to non-RAID:1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Revert HDD to
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-57To solve a Mirror conict:1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Solve Mirror Conict using the up/down arro
5-58 Chapter 5: Software supportSaving the settings and exiting setupWhen you have nished, highlight Save & Exit Setup using the up/down arrow ke
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-595.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2. Place the
5-60 Chapter 5: Software supportTo install the RAID driver in Windows XP:1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6>
6This chapter tells how to install ATI® CrossFire™ graphics cards to avail of ATI’s Multi-Video Processing technology.ATI® CrossFire™ technology suppo
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@nChapter summary66.1 Overview ... 6-16.2
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] OverviewThe motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFire™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing
6-2 Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology supportSlave graphics card Master graphics card2. Insert the CrossFire™ Edition (Master) graphics card into the P
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n6-33. Insert the CrossFire™-ready (Slave) graphics card into the PCI Express x16 black slot. Make sure that the card is pr
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction1.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsIntel® Core™ 2 Quad Processor Ready This motherboard supports the la
6-4 Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support6. Connect the other end of the external cable to the Slave graphics card.7. Connect the loose end to the
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Software information6.3.1 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card
6-6 Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support6. Select the components that you want to install, then click Next. Setup prepares the installation wizar
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Using the Catalyst™ Control CenterThe Catalyst™ Control Center allows you to access display features of the ATI ha
6-8 Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology supportThe Catalyst™ Control Center Dialog BoxViewThe Catalyst™ Control Center provides two views:Standard - simple
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n6-9To enable CrossFire™:1. Set the view to Advance.2. Click the Crossre™ item in Graphics Settings.3. In the CrossFire™
6-10 Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology supportProfilesClick the Proles tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the Proles Manager, which allows y
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n6-11HelpClick the Help tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the online help system, generate a Problem Report, and
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ACPU featuresThe Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports.
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n1-3ASUS Express Gate With a fast bootup speed of only 5 seconds, the ASUS Express Gate offers a unique environment that al
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@nChapter summaryAA.1 Intel® EM64T ...A-1A.2
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n A-1A.1 Intel® EM64T• The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating system
A-2 Appendix: CPU featuresA.2.2 Using the EISTTo use the EIST feature:1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.2. Go to the Advanced Menu
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n A-3A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology• The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Thread
A-4 Appendix: CPU features
iiE3467Second Edition V2 October 2007Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and sof
1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionS/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio syste
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automati
1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionFanless Design - Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temp
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n1-7Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air condition
1-8 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionASUS AI Slot Detector When PCIE/PCI devices are installed, you can nd out if they are installed successfully via
2Hardware informationThis chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes descript
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@nChapter summary22.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Mother
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-1Onboard LEDThe motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2 Motherboard overviewBefore you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-32.2.3 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connector
iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices ...
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2.4 Layout contentsSlots Page1. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-13 2. PCI slots2-20 3. PCI Express x 1 slots2-20 4. PCI Ex
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-5Internal connectors Page1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-26 2. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE))2-2
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel®
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-73. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle.2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then
2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information5. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-9FastenerMotherboard hole2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially desig
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 P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-112.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanTo uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable fro
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling.Narrow end of the grooveRefer t
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-132.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (
ivContents2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots ... 2-202.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots ...
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information• If you install four 1 GB memory modules, the system may detect less than 3 GB of total memory because of addres
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-15P5E3 Deluxe WiFi-AP@n Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capabilitySize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Bra
2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationSide(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:A - Supports one module inserted into either slot
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-172.4.3 Installing a DIMMUnplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to
2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe th
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-192.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignmentsIRQ Priority Standard Function0 1 System Timer1 2 Keybo
2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply w
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-212.5.7 AI Slot DetectorThis motherboard comes with on-board LEDs that light up when the PCIE/PCI devices are not correc
2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.6 Jumper1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You ca
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.2. Coaxial
vContents4.3.6 SATA Conguration ... 4-134.3.7 AHCI Conguration ...
2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information10. Wireless LAN ports. These ports are on the onboard wireless LAN module that allow you to set up a wireless ne
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n2-2516. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.17
2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)This connector is for the provided opp
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n2-27Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s)Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - BlackTwo devices Cable-Selec
2-28 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 P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n2-294. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB 78, USB 1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to an
2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information6. CPU, chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-4, 3-pin PWR_FAN)The fan connectors suppo
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n2-318. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 2x4-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power sup
2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V S
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n2-3310. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources
viContents4.8 Tools menu ... 4-374.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ...
2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cab
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n2-35ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a fe
2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7.3 Installing the optional fansInstall the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water cool
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n2-37• Plug the optional fan cables to the CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or PWR_FAN connector on the motherboard.• Make sure the option
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3Powering upThis chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system.
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@nChapter summary33.1 Starting up for the rst time ... 3-13.2 Turning
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 3-13.1 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that
3-2 Chapter 3: Powering up3.2 Turning off the computer3.2.1 Using the OS shut down functionIf you are using Windows® XP:1. Click the Start button
4BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also
vii5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ... 5-595.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering th
Chapter summary4ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Managing and updating your BIOS ... 4-14.2 BIOS setup program
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Ou
4-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setupQuit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoi
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Win
4-4 Chapter 4: BIOS setupTo update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS le for the motherb
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] AFUDOS utilityThe AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS le in DOS environment using a bootable oppy disk
4-6 Chapter 4: BIOS setup2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable oppy disk you created earlier.3.
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIO
4-8 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update us
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-9 Select Screen Select Item+- Change FieldTab Select FieldF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (
viiiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two co
4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic s
4-12 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.3.5 SATA 1-6While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-13DMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2]
4-14 Chapter 4: BIOS setupHard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if the device is
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically det
4-16 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Take caution when changing th
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-17FSB Frequency [XXX]Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The value of this i
4-18 Chapter 4: BIOS setupPri. Information: 6-6-6-15-4-36-6-4The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items:CAS# Latency [ 5 DR
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-19Row Refresh Cycle Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [30 DRAM Clocks] [36 DRAM Clocks] [48 DRAM Clocks] [60 DRAM Cl
ixSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the
4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.4.10 Ai Clock Skew for Channel A [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 350ps] [Advance 300ps] [Advance 250ps] [Adva
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-21DRAM Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.50V to 2.78V with a 0.02V interval.North
4-22 Chapter 4: BIOS setupNorth Bridge Voltage Reference [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [0.67x] [0.61x]4.4.13 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto]Allows yo
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Take cau
4-24 Chapter 4: BIOS setupRatio CMOS Setting: [9]Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Use <+> and <-
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-25BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced 4.5.2 ChipsetThe Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select a
4-26 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.5.3 Onboard Device Conguration Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n4-27The USB 2.0 Controller Mode item appears only when you enable the USB 2.0 Controller.USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]Allows
4-28 Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.5.5 PCIPnPThe PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Take caution when changing
ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an
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