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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Motherboard

MotherboardP5Q3

Page 2 - August 2008

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

Page 3 - Contents

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

Page 4

ASUS P5Q3 3-353.7.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while bo

Page 5

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

Page 6

ASUS P5Q3 3-37User Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Conguration options: [No Acces

Page 7

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter

Page 8 - Safety information

ASUS P5Q3 3-39 Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub ScreenF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, Amer

Page 9 - About this guide

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8.3 Express GateAllows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique

Page 10 - Typography

ASUS P5Q3 3-413.8.4 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 current BIO

Page 11 - (continued on the next page)

3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8.5 AI NET 2Check Realtek LAN Cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On S

Page 12

ASUS P5Q3 3-43Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to

Page 13

xiP5Q3 specications summaryCPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme/Core™2 Quad/ Core™2 Duo/Pentium® dual-core/Celeron® dual-core /Celeron® Proc

Page 14

3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

Page 15 - Product

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

Page 16

ASUS P5Q3Chapter summary44.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Support DVD information ...

Page 17 - 1.2 Package contents

ASUS P5Q3 4-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Dou

Page 18 - 1.3 Special features

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

Page 19 - S/PDIF digital sound ready

ASUS P5Q3 4-34.2.3 Utilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll - Installat

Page 20 - 1.3.2 ASUS unique features

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

Page 21 - ASUS P5Q3 1-5

ASUS P5Q3 4-54.2.4 Make disk menuThe Make disk menu contains items to create the Intel ICH10R or JMicron® 3xx driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32 bit XP/Vis

Page 22

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

Page 23 - ASUS P5Q3 1-7

ASUS P5Q3 4-7Browse this DVDDisplays the support DVD contents in graphical format.4.2.7 Other informationThe icons on the top right corner of the scr

Page 24

xiiIEEE 1394 VIA6308 controller supports 2 x 1394a portsUSB Max. 12 USB2.0/1.1 ports(6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel)ASUS Unique Features

Page 25 - Chapter 2: Hardware

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

Page 26

ASUS P5Q3 4-94.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installati

Page 27 - 2.1 Before you proceed

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

Page 28 - 2.2 Motherboard overview

ASUS P5Q3 4-113. Click the Run button to perform a cable test.4.3.2 AI NET2The AI NET2 features the Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT). VCT is a c

Page 29 - 2.2.2 Layout contents

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

Page 30 - 2.2.4 Screw holes

ASUS P5Q3 4-13Sensor alertWhen a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show.When display

Page 31 - 2.3.1 Installing the CPU

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

Page 32

ASUS P5Q3 4-15Monitoring sensor alertThe monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to the ill

Page 33

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

Page 34

ASUS P5Q3 4-17Memory usageThe Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used

Page 35 - ASUS P5Q3 2-9

xiiiBack Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Optical) 1 x IEEE1394a 1 x RJ45 ports 1 x

Page 36 - 2.4 System memory

4-18 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.4 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio e

Page 37 - 2.4.2 Memory congurations

ASUS P5Q3 4-19Digital OutputTo set the digital output options1. Click the Digital Output tab. 2. Click Set Default Device to set the digital output

Page 38 - DDR3-1066MHz capability

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportLine InTo set the analog line in options1. Click the Line In tab. 2. Click Set Default Device to set the analog line

Page 39 - DDR3-1333MHz capability

ASUS P5Q3 4-21InformationClick the information button ( ) to display information about the audio driver version, DirectX version, audio controller, au

Page 40 - DDR3-1800MHz capability

4-22 Chapter 4: Software supportAudio I/OTo set the Audio I/O options1. Click the Audio I/O tab. 2. Click the drop-down menu to select the channel c

Page 41 - 2.4.3 Installing a DDR3 DIMM

ASUS P5Q3 4-234.3.5 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch AI Booster, AI Nap, EPU-6 Engine and Fan Xpert utilities easily. Installing AI S

Page 42 - 2.5 Expansion slots

4-24 Chapter 4: Software supportOther feature buttonsClick on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of

Page 43 - 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments

ASUS P5Q3 4-254.3.6 ASUS AI NapThis feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature

Page 44 - 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots

4-26 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.7 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according t

Page 45 - 2.6 Jumper

ASUS P5Q3 4-27Click to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratioClick to close the Calibration windowFan prole modes• Disable

Page 47

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.8 ASUS AI BoosterThe ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment wi

Page 48 - 2.7 Connectors

ASUS P5Q3 4-294.3.9 ASUS EPU—6 EngineASUS EPU—6 Engine is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides fou

Page 49

4-30 Chapter 4: Software supportEPU-6 Engine main menuAuto ModeRuns calibrationTurbo ModeHigh Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMax. Power Savin

Page 50 - 2.7.2 Internal connectors

ASUS P5Q3 4-31Advanced settings menuClick Advance ( ) from the Six Engine main menu to display conguration options in each mode. Some options in cert

Page 51

4-32 Chapter 4: Software supportConfiguration optionsTurbo Mode H i g h Perf ormanc e ModeMedium Power Saving ModeM a x i m u m Power Saving ModeC P U

Page 52

ASUS P5Q3 4-334.3.10 ASUS AI Direct LinkASUS AI Direct Link allows you to form a computer-to-computer network via a network cable to share les with

Page 53 - Serial ATA RAID connectors

4-34 Chapter 4: Software supportThe default path of the AIDirectLinkIncoming folder is C:\Program Files\ASUS\AI Direct Link. To change its location, d

Page 54

ASUS P5Q3 4-354.3.11 ASUS Drive XpertDrive Xpert, an ASUS exclusive technology, secures the data on your hard disk and enhances hard drive performanc

Page 55 - ASUS P5Q3

4-36 Chapter 4: Software supportConguring EZ Backup / Super SpeedEZ Backup / Super Speed might erase all original data in both hard disks. Ensure tha

Page 56

ASUS P5Q3 4-37Partitioning volumesYou have to partition volumes for the hard disk after Super Speed conguration or any mode change from Super Speed m

Page 57

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

Page 58

4-38 Chapter 4: Software supportUsing Drive Xpert function in Express Gate environmentYou may use Drive Xpert function in Express Gate environment by

Page 59

ASUS P5Q3 4-394.3.12 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet. Within a few second

Page 60

4-40 Chapter 4: Software supportThe First ScreenExpress Gate’s rst screen appears within a few seconds after you power on the computer. From here, yo

Page 61

ASUS P5Q3 4-41Knowing the Express Gate hot-keysHere is a list of common-used hot-keys for Express Gate.In the First Screen:Key FunctionPAUSE/BREAK Pow

Page 62

4-42 Chapter 4: Software supportUsing the Conguration PanelUse the conguration panel to change various Express Gate settings.Click on an icon to ope

Page 63 - 2.9 Turning off the computer

ASUS P5Q3 4-43• Screen Settings: Choose the most optimal screen resolution for your display.• Volume Control: Control the volume for your speaker outp

Page 64

4-44 Chapter 4: Software support Click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl-Space by default). Click to change

Page 65 - Chapter 3: BIOS setup

ASUS P5Q3 4-452. Open Network.3. Make the proper network congurations.Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next to

Page 66

4-46 Chapter 4: Software support• If you have wireless network, click Setup for the WiFi option. In the WiFi tab of the Advanced Network Settings box

Page 67 - 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility

ASUS P5Q3 4-47Using ASUS Drive XpertWithout drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data on the

Page 68 - Quit all Windows

ASUS P5Q3Chapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2 Package contents

Page 69 - P5Q3.ROM

4-48 Chapter 4: Software supportConguring Express Gate in BIOS SetupEnter BIOS setup by pressing DEL key after powering on or by clicking on the BIOS

Page 70 - 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

ASUS P5Q3 4-494.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RA

Page 71 - 3.1.3 AFUDOS utility

4-50 Chapter 4: Software support4.4.3 Intel® RAID congurationsThis motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel® Matrix Storage co

Page 72 - lename at the DOS prompt

ASUS P5Q3 4-51Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1

Page 73

4-52 Chapter 4: Software supportCreating a RAID 0 set (striped)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and

Page 74 - 3.2 BIOS setup program

ASUS P5Q3 4-536. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, and then press <Enter>. The available stripe size va

Page 75 - 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen

4-54 Chapter 4: Software supportCreating a RAID 1 set (mirrored)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume an

Page 76 - 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

ASUS P5Q3 4-55Creating a RAID 10 set (RAID 0+1)To create a RAID 10 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Ente

Page 77 - 3.3 Main menu

4-56 Chapter 4: Software supportCreating a RAID 5 set (parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and

Page 78 - 3.3.5 SATA 1-6

ASUS P5Q3 4-574. The Disks item is highlighted, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives to congure as RAID. The following screen appears.

Page 79 - 3.3.6 Storage Conguration

ASUS P5Q3 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5Q3 motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, maki

Page 80 - 3.3.7 AHCI Conguration

4-58 Chapter 4: Software support4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2. Place th

Page 81 - 3.3.8 System Information

ASUS P5Q3 4-59To install the RAID driver in Windows XP:1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6> key to install t

Page 82 - 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu

4-60 Chapter 4: Software support

Page 83 - 3.4.4 DRAM Frequency [Auto]

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction1.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsIntel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™2 Duo Processor Support

Page 84 - Control item to [Manual]

ASUS P5Q3 1-3ATI CrossFireX Technolog support ATI's CrossFireX boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale do

Page 85 - 3rd Information: 12-5-1-4-4

iiE4139First Edition V1 August 2008Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softw

Page 86 - 3.4.9 MEM. OC Charger

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionHigh Denition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Denition Audio

Page 87

ASUS P5Q3 1-5AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. To wake up the system and

Page 88

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionNoise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air con

Page 89 - 3.5 Advanced menu

ASUS P5Q3 1-7ASUS O.C. Prole The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Prole that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. T

Page 90 - 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Page 91 - 3.5.2 Chipset

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

Page 92 - Realtek GigaBit LAN [Enabled]

ASUS P5Q3Chapter summary22.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Motherboard layout ...

Page 93 - VIA Firewire 1394 [Enabled]

ASUS P5Q3 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard setting

Page 94 - 3.5.4 USB Conguration

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationRefer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.2.2 Motherboard o

Page 95 - 3.5.5 PCIPnP

ASUS P5Q3 2-32.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1 PS2 keyboard/mouse wake-up (3-pin PS2_USBPW56)2-222. USB device wake-up (3-pin US

Page 96 - 3.6 Power menu

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices ...

Page 97 - 3.6.5 APM Conguration

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

Page 98 - 3.6.6 Hardware Monitor

ASUS P5Q3 2-52.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam

Page 99 - CPU Fan Profile [Silent]

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationThe CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors

Page 100 - 3.7 Boot menu

ASUS P5Q3 2-76. Apply several drops of thermal paste to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is sp

Page 101 - +- Change Option

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fa

Page 102 - 3.7.3 Security

ASUS P5Q3 2-93. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardwar

Page 103 - Password Check [Setup]

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChannel SocketsChannel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe moth

Page 104 - 3.8 Tools menu

ASUS P5Q3 2-112.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.• You may ins

Page 105 - Drive Xpert Mode Update:

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationP5Q3 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capabilitySize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand SS/DS Par

Page 106 - 3.8.3 Express Gate

ASUS P5Q3 2-13P5Q3 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capabilitySize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip BrandSS/DS Part No. DIMM socket suppo

Page 107 - 3.8.4 ASUS O.C. Prole

ivContents2.6 Jumper ... 2-192.7 Connectors ...

Page 108 - 3.8.5 AI NET 2

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationP5Q3 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capabilityVisit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.SS

Page 109 - 3.9 Exit menu

ASUS P5Q3 2-152.4.4 Removing a DDR3 DIMMFollow these steps to remove a DIMM.1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.2

Page 110 - 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe th

Page 111 - Software

ASUS P5Q3 2-172.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsIRQ Priority Standard function0 1 System timer1 2 Keyboard controller2 –Re-direct to IRQ#93 11 IRQ holder fo

Page 112 - Chapter summary

2-18 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

Page 113 - 4.2 Support DVD information

ASUS P5Q3 2-192.6 Jumper1. 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

Page 114 - 4.2.2 Drivers menu

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information2. CPU / Northbridge overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU, 3-pin OV_NB)These jumpers allow you to enable or disable

Page 115 - 4.2.3 Utilities menu

ASUS P5Q3 2-214. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, PS2_USBPW56, USBPW7-10, USBPW1112)Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep

Page 116

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectorsActivity Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Status DescriptionOFF No

Page 117 - 4.2.4 Make disk menu

ASUS P5Q32-2310. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio conguration.Refer to the audio conguratio

Page 118 - 4.2.5 Manual menu

vContents3.4.3 FSB Strap to North Bridge [Auto] ... 3-173.4.4 DRAM Frequency [Auto] ...

Page 119 - 4.2.7 Other information

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)This connector is for the provided opp

Page 120 - Filelist

ASUS P5Q32-252. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE)The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three connectors o

Page 121 - 4.3 Software information

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information3. ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6 [red])These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Se

Page 122

ASUS P5Q32-274. JMicron® Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA_E1 [Port0, Orange], SATA_E2 [Port1, White] )These connectors are for the Serial ATA

Page 123 - 4.3.2 AI NET2

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information5. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB 78, USB 910, USB 1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB mod

Page 124 - 4.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II

ASUS P5Q32-297. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for a IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this con

Page 125 - Preference

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-2, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors sup

Page 126 - Hardware monitor panels

ASUS P5Q32-3110. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect o

Page 127 - DMI browser

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O modu

Page 128 - PCI browser

ASUS P5Q32-3314. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are desi

Page 129 - Conguring PC Probe II

viContents3.7.1 Boot Device Priority ... 3-343.7.2 Boot Settings Conguration ...

Page 130 - 4.3.4 Audio congurations

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

Page 131 - Connector settings

ASUS P5Q32-35ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few steps. Refer to

Page 132

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure

Page 133 - Information

ASUS P5Q32-372.9 Turning off the computer2.9.1 Using the OS shut down functionIf you are using Windows® Vista™:1. Click the Start button then sele

Page 134

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information

Page 135 - 4.3.5 ASUS AI Suite

3Chapter 3: BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters

Page 136 - Other feature buttons

Chapter summary3ASUS P5Q33.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ... 3-13.2 BIOS setup program ...

Page 137 - 4.3.6 ASUS AI Nap

ASUS P5Q3 3-13.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIO

Page 138 - 4.3.7 ASUS Fan Xpert

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

Page 139 - Fan prole modes

ASUS P5Q3 3-3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by

Page 140 - 4.3.8 ASUS AI Booster

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

Page 141 - 4.3.9 ASUS EPU—6 Engine

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

Page 142 - EPU-6 Engine main menu

ASUS P5Q3 3-53.1.3 AFUDOS utilityThe AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS le in DOS environment using a bootable oppy disk with the updated

Page 143 - Advanced settings menu

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.

Page 144

ASUS P5Q3 3-73.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le when it fa

Page 145 - 4.3.10 ASUS AI Direct Link

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable rmware chip that you can update using the provided utility d

Page 146

ASUS P5Q3 3-93.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For changing the basic system congurationAi Tweak

Page 147 - 4.3.11 ASUS Drive Xpert

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

Page 148 - Changing to Normal Mode

ASUS P5Q3 3-113.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system informatio

Page 149 - Partitioning volumes

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.3.5 SATA 1-6While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate

Page 150 - Launching Drive Xpert

ASUS P5Q3 3-13DMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1]

Page 151 - 4.3.12 ASUS Express Gate

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

Page 152 - The Express Gate Environment

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupHard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if the device is

Page 153

ASUS P5Q3 3-153.3.8 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically detects the items i

Page 154 - Using the Conguration Panel

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Take caution when changing th

Page 155 - Using the LaunchBar

ASUS P5Q3 3-173.4.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency. Use the <+> and <->

Page 156

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.5 DRAM Timing Control [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Manual]• The following sub-items apprear only when you set t

Page 157 - ASUS P5Q3 4-45

ASUS P5Q3 3-192nd 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) [Auto]Cong

Page 158 - Using the Photo Manager

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.7 DRAM Read Training [Auto]Allows you to set DRAM read data timing optimization. Setting this item to [Disabled] may he

Page 159 - Using ASUS Drive Xpert

ASUS P5Q3 3-213.4.12 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. The values range from 0.85000V to 2.10000V* with a 0.00625V interval

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3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup• The value [2.20V] of the NB Voltage item is supported only if the OV_NB jumper is enabled, otherwise the maximum voltage

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ASUS P5Q3 3-233.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Take caution when changi

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ixAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gui

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3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupC1E Support [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable Enhanced Halt State support. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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ASUS P5Q3 3-253.5.2 ChipsetThe Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display th

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3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5.3 Onboard Device Conguration Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC

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ASUS P5Q3 3-27VIA Firewire 1394 [Enabled]Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]Allows you to select the Serial Port

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3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5.4 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <E

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ASUS P5Q3 3-293.5.5 PCIPnPThe PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Plug And Play O/S [No]When set to [NO]

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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

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ASUS P5Q3 3-313.6.5 APM CongurationRestore On AC Power Loss [Power Off]When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power los

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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

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ASUS P5Q3 3-33CPU Fan Profile [Silent]Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS Q-Fan. When set to [Standard], the CPU fan autom

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