Asus P5Q PRO Turbo Specifications

MotherboardP5Q PRO Turbo

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

4-2 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instruct

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you thro

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily.Launching AI Suite1. In

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-5Chapter 4Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software congu

4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to diff

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-7Chapter 44.3.5 ASUS TurboVASUS TurboV allows you to easily overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS, and set up the best O

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed softwa

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-9Chapter 44.3.7 ASUS Drive XpertDrive Xpert, an ASUS exclusive technology, secures the data on your hard disk and enhances hard

4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.8 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Int

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-11Chapter 4Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software cong

xiP5Q PRO Turbo specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® du

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-13Chapter 44.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOSYou must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID set(s) us

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-15Chapter 4WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N):9. Press <Y>

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage ManagerTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit,

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-17Chapter 44.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating sy

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4To install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press th

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-19Chapter 44.5.3 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when y

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4The VID and PID vary with different vendors.8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_ICH10R] and [HardwareIds.sc

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 5-1Chapter 5Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 55.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the AT

xii(continued on the next page)P5Q PRO Turbo specications summaryASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS 8-Phase Power Design - Ex

5-2 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 54. Align and rmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphi

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 5-3Chapter 55. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.6. Con

5-4 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 55.3 Software information5.3.1 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation tha

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 5-5Chapter 5Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX &

5-6 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 5

xiii*Specications are subject to change without notice.P5Q PRO Turbo specications summaryInternal I/O Connectors 3 x USB connectors support addition

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ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 1-1Chapter 11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5Q PRO Turbo motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features an

1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsLGA775 Intel® Core™2 Processor ReadyThis motherboard support

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 1-3Chapter 11.3.2 ASUS Unique features ASUS TurboVFeel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC—now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. Thi

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1ASUS EPUThe ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting current

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 1-5Chapter 1Drive XpertWithout drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data

iiE4287First Edition February 2009Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softwa

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-1Chapter 22.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any m

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and inte

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-3Chapter 22.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. Keyboard/mouse wake-up (3-pin PS2_USBPW56) 2-242. USB device w

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.3 Placement directionWhen installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in th

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-5Chapter 22.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Cor

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU.2. Press

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-7Chapter 26. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ens

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsi

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-9Chapter 23. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Recommended memory congurationsOne DIMM:You may install one memory module in any slot as a single-channe

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-11Chapter 22.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200MHz capabilityP5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Q

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-13Chapter 2P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capabilityVendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Ch

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1000MHz capabilityP5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Q

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-15Chapter 2P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capabilityVendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chi

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capabilityVendor Part No. Size SS/DS C

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-17Chapter 2P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capabilityVendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chi

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4.4 Removing a DIMMTo remove a DIMM:1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-19Chapter 22.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the slo

ivContents2.7.2 Audio I/O connections ... 2-262.7.3 Internal connectors...

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or P

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-21Chapter 22.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-23Chapter 22. CPU overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the advanced CPU overvoltage set

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. Keyboard/Mouse power (3-pin PS2 USBPWR56)This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard/mou

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-25Chapter 22.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 6. PS/2 keyboard port (pu

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic*** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel c

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-27Chapter 2Connect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel Speakers

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel Speakers

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-29Chapter 22.7.3 Internal connectors1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Phil

vContents3.5.14 CPU GTL Reference [Auto] ... 3-163.5.15 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] ...

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s)Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - BlackTwo devi

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-31Chapter 24. ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA 1-6)These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 25. Silicon Image® Sil5723 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA_E1 [orange, port 0], SATA_E2 [white, port 1

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-33Chapter 26. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB 78; USB910; USB1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module ca

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 28. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-35Chapter 210. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor o

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 211. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN1–2; 3-pin PWR_FAN)The fan conne

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-37Chapter 212. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power su

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-39Chapter 212. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. Ref

viContentsChapter 4: Software support4.2 Support DVD information ... 4-14.2.1

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.8 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2.

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-1Chapter 3Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as sto

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 ASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard B

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-3Chapter 33. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto Select. Click Next.4. From the FTP sit

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a boot

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-5Chapter 33.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to resto

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 BIOS setup programA BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modication. When you start up the computer, t

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-7Chapter 33.3.3 Navigation keysAt the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.4 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the bas

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-9Chapter 3The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mo

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

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Options3.4.2 Storage CongurationThe Storage Conguration menu allows you to congure your storage devices. Select

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-11Chapter 33.4.4 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically d

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Select Screen

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-13Chapter 33.5.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Use <+

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM RAS# Precharge [5 DRAM Clocks]Conguration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] – [18 DRAM Clocks]DRAM RAS

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-15Chapter 3PRE to PRE Delay [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] [2 DRAM Clocks] [ 3 DRAM Clocks]ALL PRE to ACT Del

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.13 CPU Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. Use the <+> and <-> keys or the nume

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-17Chapter 3Blue Yellow Purple RedCPU Voltage0.85000V–1.59375V1.60000V– 1.70000V1.30000V– 1.35000V1.35625V 1.70000VCPU PLL Voltage

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to ma

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-19Chapter 3CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. Use <+> an

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

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.2 ChipsetThe Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <En

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-21Chapter 33.6.3 Onboard Devices CongurationHigh Denition Audio [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controlle

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.4 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then pre

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-23Chapter 33.6.5 PCIPnPThe PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.Advanced PCI/PnP Sett

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Selec

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-25Chapter 33.7.5 APM CongurationRestore On AC Power Loss [Power Off][Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC p

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI devices. [Disab

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-27Chapter 33.7.6 Hardware Monitor Select Screen Select Item+- Change FieldF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exi

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter&

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-29Chapter 33.8.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Quick Boot function.[Disabled

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

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-31Chapter 3Security SettingsSupervisor Password : InstalledUser Password : InstalledChange Supervisor PasswordUser Acce

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-33Chapter 33.9.2 Drive Xpert Mode Update [Last Setting]Set this item to [Mode Change] to show further settings of the

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9.3 Express Gate [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate f

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-35Chapter 33.9.4 ASUS O.C. ProleThis item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Save to Proe 1/2Allows you to sa

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9.5 AI NET 2Check Atheros LAN Cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the P

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-37Chapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and sa

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3

ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-1Chapter 4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from t