Asus P5E3 DELUXE/WiFi-AP User Manual

MotherboardP5E3 Deluxe/ WiFi-AP@n

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

4-30Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.6.5 APM CongurationRestore On AC Power Loss [Power Off]When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an A

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-31Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set specic keys on

4-32Chapter 4: BIOS setupCPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q-fan. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]The foll

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-334.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter>

4-34Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.7.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POS

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-354.7.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <

4-36Chapter 4: BIOS setupUser Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Conguration options

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-374.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <

4-38Chapter 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 uni

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-39 Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub ScreenF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (C)Copyrigh

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

4-40Chapter 4: BIOS setupASUSTek O.C. Prole Utility V1.064.8.4 Ai Net 2Marvell POST Check LAN Cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the Ma

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-414.9 Exit menuPressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <

4-42Chapter 4: BIOS setup

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@n 5-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from th

5-2Chapter 5: Software support5.2.2 Drivers menuThe Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-35.2.3 Utilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS In

5-4Chapter 5: Software supportASUS AI SuiteInstalls the ASUS AI Suite. ASUS AI Direct LinkInstalls the ASUS AI Direct Link applicationASUS Express Gat

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-55.2.4 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 specications summaryCPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Penti

5-6Chapter 5: Software support5.2.5 Manual menuThe Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-7Browse this DVDDisplays the support DVD contents in graphical format.5.2.7 Other informationThe icons on the top right

5-8Chapter 5: Software supportTechnical support FormDisplays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to ll out when requesting technica

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 Conguration 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

5-18Chapter 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@n 5-19Other feature buttonsClick on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of

5-20Chapter 5: Software supportAuto ModeCalibrationTurbo ModeHigh Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMax. Power Saving ModeSettings5.3.5 ASUS E

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-21Energy Saving StatusDisplays the current CPU powerDisplays the time/date the calculator starts countingDisplays the amo

5-22Chapter 5: Software support5.3.6 ASUS AI NapThis feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Ena

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-235.3.7 ASUS Q-Fan 2This ASUS Q-Fan 2 Control feature allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU Q-F

5-24Chapter 5: Software support5.3.8 ASUS AI BoosterThe ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment wit

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-255.3.9 ASUS AI Direct LinkASUS AI Direct Link allows you to form a computer-to-computer network via a network cable to

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-

5-26Chapter 5: Software supportThe default path of the AIDirectLinkIncoming folder is C:\Program Files\ASUS\AI Direct Link. To change its location, di

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-275.3.10 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Denition Audio utility)The ADI AD1988B High Denition Audio CODEC provides 8-channe

5-28 Chapter 5: Software supportA. SoundMAX BlackHawk (AI Audio 2)If you are using Windows® Vista operation system, from the taskbar, double-click th

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-29Playback SettingsTo congure the playback settings, click the Playback button on the control panel. You can adjust the

5-30 Chapter 5: Software supportMore SettingsClick for the further congurations.EqualizerAllows you to congure and customize all the DSP presets f

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-31SpeakersAllows you to adjust the Speaker Trim and Speaker Delay.BassAllows you to do the Bass management.PreferencesDis

5-32 Chapter 5: Software supportB. SoundMAXIf you are using Windows® XP operating system,from the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMAX® icon to disp

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-33Jack configurationThis screen helps you congure your computer’s audio ports, depending on the audio devices you have i

5-34 Chapter 5: Software supportAudio preferencesClick the icon to go to the Preferences page. This page allows you to change various audio settings

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-35Microphone optionsClick the Microphone tab to optimize your microphone input settings.Enhanced Microphone FeaturesVoice

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

5-36 Chapter 5: Software support5.3.11 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to web and Skype.

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-37 Besides using the LaunchBar, you can also switch between applications by pressing <Alt> +<Tab> on the keyb

5-38 Chapter 5: Software supportNetwork Conguration Specify how your computer connects to the Internet. Enable all the network ports that you may use

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-39 shows mute status; click to change volume click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts

5-40 Chapter 5: Software support3. Make the proper network congurations. Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-41Conguring Express Gate in BIOS SetupEnter BIOS setup by pressing DEL key after powering on or by clicking on the BIOS

5-42 Chapter 5: Software supportTo install the Express Gate Updater, launch the installer and follow on-screen prompts. To use the Express Gate Update

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-435.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with two RAID controllers that allow you to congure Serial ATA hard disk

5-44 Chapter 5: Software support5.4.3 Intel® RAID congurationsThis motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 (0+1) and Intel® Matrix Stor

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-45Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM UtilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to crea

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@nChapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2

5-46 Chapter 5: Software supportCreating a RAID 0 set (striped)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, th

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-476. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, then press <Enter>. The available s

5-48 Chapter 5: Software supportCreating a RAID 1 set (mirrored)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, t

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-49Creating a RAID 10 set (RAID 0+1)To create a RAID 10 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume,

5-50 Chapter 5: Software supportCreating a RAID 5 set (parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume, the

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-514. The Disks item is highlighted, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives to congure as RAID. The followin

5-52 Chapter 5: Software support5.4.4 JMicron® RAID CongurationThe JMicron® Serial ATA controller allows you to congure RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD set

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-53Entering the JMB363 RAID BIOS utility1. During POST, press <Ctrl-J> to enter the JBM363 RAID BIOS menu. JMicro

5-54 Chapter 5: Software support2. When the Level item is highlighted, use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set that you want to create.3.

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-555. When done, press <Enter> to conrm the creation of the RAID set. A dialogue box appears to conrm the action

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 supportDeleting a RAID set1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Delete RAID Disk Drive using the up/down arrow ke

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-57Resetting disks to non-RAIDTo reset disks to non-RAID:1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Revert HDD to n

5-58 Chapter 5: Software supportTo solve a Mirror conict:1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Solve Mirror Conict using the up/down arr

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-59Saving the settings and exiting setupWhen you have nished, highlight Save & Exit Setup using the up/down arrow key

5-60 Chapter 5: Software support5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2. Place th

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 5-61To install the RAID driver in Windows XP:1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6>

5-62 Chapter 5: Software support

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/WiFi-AP@n 6-16.1 OverviewThe motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFire™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processin

1-2Chapter 1: Product Introduction1.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsIntel® Core™ 2 Quad Processor Ready This motherboard supports the lat

6-2Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology supportSlave graphics card Master graphics card2. Insert the CrossFire™ Edition (Master) graphics card into the PC

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 6-33. Insert the CrossFire™-ready (Slave) graphics card into the PCI Express x16 black slot. Make sure that the card is p

6-4Chapter 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/WiFi-AP@n 6-56.3 Software information6.3.1 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics car

6-6Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support6. Select the components that you want to install, then click Next. Setup prepares the installation wizard

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 6-76.3.2 Using the Catalyst™ Control CenterThe Catalyst™ Control Center allows you to access display features of the ATI h

6-8Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology supportThe Catalyst™ Control Center Dialog BoxViewThe Catalyst™ Control Center provides two views:Standard - simple

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 6-9To enable CrossFire™:1. Set the view to Advance.2. Click the Crossre™ item in Graphics Settings.3. In the CrossFire™

6-10Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology supportProfilesClick the Proles tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the Proles Manager, which allows yo

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 6-11HelpClick the Help tab on the Catalyst™ Control Center to access the online help system, generate a Problem Report, and

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

6-12Chapter 6: ATI® MVP technology support

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

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

iiE3844Third Edition V3 April 2008Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softwa

1-4Chapter 1: Product IntroductionS/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio system

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/[email protected] ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features ASUS Power Saving Solution ASUS Power Saving solution intelligently and automati

1-6Chapter 1: Product IntroductionFanless Design - Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the tempe

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n1-7Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air condition

1-8Chapter 1: Product IntroductionASUS AI Slot Detector When PCIE/PCI devices are installed, you can nd out if they are installed successfully via A

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 conguration 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 (

ivContents2.5.4 PCI slots ... 2-202.5.5 PCI Express x1 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 Qualied 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

vContents4.3.5 SATA 1-6 ... 4-124.3.6 SATA Conguration ...

2-24Chapter 2: Hardware information10. Wireless LAN ports. These ports are on the onboard wireless LAN module that allow you to set up a wireless net

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

2-26Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)This connector is for the provided oppy

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n2-27Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s)Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - BlackTwo devices Cable-Selec

2-28Chapter 2: Hardware informationConnect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA c

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

2-30Chapter 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 suppor

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-318. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 2x4-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power su

2-32Chapter 2: Hardware information• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Sp

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-3310. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources

viContents4.7.3 Security ... 4-354.8 Tools menu ...

2-34Chapter 2: Hardware information• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cabl

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-35ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a f

2-36Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7.3 Installing the optional fansInstall the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water coole

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 2-37• Plug the optional fan cables to the CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or PWR_FAN connector on the motherboard.• Make sure the optio

2-38Chapter 2: Hardware information

3 Powering 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 ... 5-605.5.1 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/WiFi-AP@n 4-14.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/O

4-2Chapter 4: BIOS setupQuit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Wi

4-4Chapter 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 motherbo

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-54.1.3 AFUDOS utilityThe AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS le in DOS environment using a bootable oppy disk

4-6Chapter 4: BIOS setup2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable oppy disk you created earlier.3. B

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-74.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BI

4-8Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update usi

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-9 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

4-10Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-114.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic

4-12Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.3.5 SATA 1-6While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate s

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-13DMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2]

4-14Chapter 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/WiFi-AP@n 4-154.3.8 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically de

4-16Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Take caution when changing the

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-17FSB Frequency [XXX]Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The value of this

4-18Chapter 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 DRA

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-19Row Refresh Cycle Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [30 DRAM Clocks] [36 DRAM Clocks] [48 DRAM Clocks] [60 DRAM C

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

4-20Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.4.10 Ai Clock Skew for Channel A [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 350ps] [Advance 300ps] [Advance 250ps] [Advan

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-21DRAM Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.50V to 2.78V with a 0.02V interval.North

4-22Chapter 4: BIOS setupNorth Bridge Voltage Reference [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [0.67x] [0.61x]4.4.13 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto]Allows you

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-234.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Take ca

4-24Chapter 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@n 4-25BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced 4.5.2 ChipsetThe Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select

4-26Chapter 4: BIOS setup4.5.3 Onboard Device Conguration Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC

ASUS P5E3 Deluxe/WiFi-AP@n 4-27The USB 2.0 Controller Mode item appears only when you enable the USB 2.0 Controller.USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]Allows

4-28Chapter 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/WiFi-AP@n 4-294.6 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an