Asus P5Q Deluxe User Manual

MotherboardP5Q Deluxe

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

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 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 pow

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-33CPU Fan Profile [Standard]Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS Q-Fan. When set to [Standard], the CPU f

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-353.7.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) wh

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-37User Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Conguration options: [No

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-393.8.2 Drive Xpert Control [Auto]Allows you to enable or disable the Drive Xpert feature. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [

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

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8.4 Express GateAllows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-413.8.5 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 curre

3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8.6 AI Net 2Check Marvell LAN Cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the Marvell LAN cable during the Power-On S

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-43Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend

3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

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

ASUS P5Q DeluxeChapter summary44.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Support DVD information

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 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 folde

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-34.2.3 Utilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll - Ins

xiiP5Q Deluxe specications summaryCPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dual-

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-54.2.4 Make disk menuThe Make disk menu contains items to create the Intel ICH10R or Marvell® 61xx driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32/64

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-7Browse this DVDDisplays the support DVD contents in graphical format.4.2.7 Other informationThe icons on the top right corner of t

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-94.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the inst

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 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

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-13Sensor alertWhen a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show.When d

xiiiAudio ADI® AD2000B 8-channel High Denition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detecting, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - C

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-15Monitoring sensor alertThe monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to t

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-17Memory usageThe Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the

4-18 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.4 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch EPU—6 Engine, AI Booster, AI Nap, and Fan Xpert utilities easi

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-19Other feature buttonsClick on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of the expande

4-20 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.5 ASUS AI NapThis feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. En

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-214.3.6 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different

4-22 Chapter 4: Software supportClick to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratioClick to close the Calibration windowFan pro

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-234.3.7 ASUS AI BoosterThe ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the ha

xivBack Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) port 1 x External SATA port 1 x IEEE1394a port 2 x RJ4

4-24 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.8 ASUS EPU–6 EngineASUS EPU–6 Engine is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This ut

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-256 Engine main menuAuto ModeRuns calibrationTurbo ModeHigh Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMax. Power Saving ModeAdvanced s

4-26 Chapter 4: Software supportAdvanced settings menuClick Advance ( ) from the 6 Engine main menu to display conguration options in each mode. Some

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-27Conguration optionsTurbo Mode High Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMaximum Power Saving ModeCPU FrequencyOverclocking +1%

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.9 ASUS AI Direct LinkASUS AI Direct Link allows you to form a computer-to-computer network via a network cable to

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-29The default path of the AIDirectLinkIncoming folder is C:\Program Files\ASUS\AI Direct Link. To change its location, disable the i

4-30 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.10 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Denition Audio utility)The ADI AD2000B High Denition Audio CODEC provides 8-chann

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-31A. SoundMAX BlackHawk (AI Audio 2)If you are using Windows Vista™ operating system, from the taskbar, double-click on the SoundMA

4-32 Chapter 4: Software supportPlayback SettingsTo congure the playback settings, click the Playback button on the control panel. You can adjust the

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-33More SettingsClick for the further congurations.EqualizerAllows you to congure and customize all the DSP presets frequencies.A

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

4-34 Chapter 4: Software supportPreferencesDisplays the preference options for this utility, version information, AudioESP, etc.SpeakersAllows you to

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-35Audio Setup WizardBy clicking the icon from the SoundMAX® control panel, you can easily congure your audio settings. Simply fo

4-36 Chapter 4: Software supportJack congurationThis screen helps you congure your computer’s audio ports, depending on the audio devices you have i

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-37Audio preferencesClick the icon to go to the Preferences page. This page allows you to change various audio settings.General opt

4-38 Chapter 4: Software supportMicrophone optionsClick the Microphone tab allows you to optimize your microphone input settings.Enhanced Microphone F

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-394.3.11 ASUS Drive XpertDrive Xpert, an ASUS exclusive technology, secures the data on your hard disk and enhances hard drive perf

4-40 Chapter 4: Software supportConguring EZ BackupThis mode allows one hard disk to backup the other hard disk automatically. This helps you to save

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-41Conguring Super SpeedThis mode allows two hard disks to access data simultaneously. The dual channel design can largely enhance h

4-42 Chapter 4: Software support4. After restarting your computer, the Drive Xpert icon on the Windows® notication area turns gray to indicate that

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-43Partitioning volumesYou have to partition volumes for the hard disk after Super Speed conguration.To partition volumes:1. Right-

ASUS P5Q DeluxeChapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2 Package co

4-44 Chapter 4: Software supportSchedule Drive VerifyAllows you to set up the schedule for verifying the hard disks. Click Ok to apply the settings; c

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-45Firmware UpdateAllows you to update the rmware. Click Browse to locate the rmware le that you want to update. Then click Update

4-46 Chapter 4: Software supportUsing Drive Xpert funcition in Express Gate SSD environmentYou may use Drive Xpert function in Express Gate SSD enviro

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-47EZ BackupTo start EZ Backup conguration:1. Click EZ Backup from the main screen.2. Check if the SATA cables and power cords are

4-48 Chapter 4: Software supportSuper SpeedTo start Super Speed conguration:1. Click Super Speed from the main screen.2. Check if the SATA cables a

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-49Using Drive Xpert function in BIOS setup environmentYou may use Drive Xpert function in BIOS setup environment. To enter BIOS setu

4-50 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.12 ASUS Express Gate SSDASUS Express Gate SSD is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to web, Sk

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-51Knowing the Express Gate hot-keysHere is a list of common-used hot-keys for Express Gate.In the First Screen:Key FunctionPAUSE/BRE

4-52 Chapter 4: Software supportUsing the Conguration PanelUse the conguration panel to change various Express Gate SSD settings.Click on an icon to

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-53• Screen Settings: Choose the most optimal screen resolution for your display.• Volume Control: Control the volume for your speake

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5Q Deluxe motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest techno

4-54 Chapter 4: Software support Click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl-Space by default). Click to change

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-553. Make the proper network congurations.Each network interface is enabled immediately when you check the box next to it.• If yo

4-56 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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-57Using ASUS Drive XpertWithout drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data

4-58 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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-59The Updater can preserve your Express Gate settings and personal data (web browser bookmarks, etc.) while doing an update. Use the

4-60 Chapter 4: Software support4.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, RAID

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-614.4.3 Intel® RAID congurationsThis motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel® Matrix Storage congurations

4-62 Chapter 4: Software supportIntel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to cre

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-63Creating a RAID 0 set (striped)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <E

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction1.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsGreen ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the Europe

4-64 Chapter 4: Software support6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, and then press <Enter>. The availa

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-65Creating a RAID 1 set (mirrored)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <

4-66 Chapter 4: 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 P5Q Deluxe 4-67Creating a RAID 5 set (parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <En

4-68 Chapter 4: Software support4. The Disks item is highlighted, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives to congure as RAID. The followi

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 4-694.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2. Place the motherboar

4-70 Chapter 4: Software supportTo install the RAID driver in Windows XP:1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6>

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

ASUS P5Q DeluxeChapter summaryAA.1 Intel® EM64T ...A-1A.2 Enhanced In

ASUS P5Q Deluxe A-1A.1 Intel® EM64T• The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating systems.• Themo

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 1-3Dual Gigabit LAN solution The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to serve as a network gateway for managing trafc bet

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 P5Q Deluxe A-3A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology• The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology

A-4 Appendix: CPU features

iiE3913Second Edition (V2) May 2008Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softw

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionAI Nap With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. To w

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 1-5Optional Fan (for Water-Cooling or Passive-Cooling only) The optional fan is specically designed to provide sufcient airow over

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionASUS Onboard Switch With an easy press during overclock, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamer to effortless

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 1-7ASUS MyLogo3™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image

1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction

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

ASUS P5Q DeluxeChapter summary22.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Motherboard overv

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard s

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2 Motherboard overview2.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel con

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-32.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V) 2-362. LGA775 CPU Socke

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices ...

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-52.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extreme

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.Before installing the CPU, m

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-75. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket then t the soc

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationThe motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced I

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-92.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to en

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 P5Q Deluxe 2-112.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) socke

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the D

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-13P5Q Deluxe Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capabilitySize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip BrandSS/DSPart No. DIMM s

ivContents2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots ... 2-202.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots ...

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationP5Q Deluxe Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capabilitySize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand SS/D

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-15P5Q Deluxe Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability (cont.)Size Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand SS/DSPart No.

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationSize Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand SS/DSPart No. DIMM socket support (Optional)A* B* C* 512MB Asint DDRII6408-6E N

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-172.4.4 Removing a DIMMFollow these steps to remove a DIMM.1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.

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 P5Q Deluxe 2-192.5.3 Interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.IRQ Priority Standard function0 1 System Timer1 2 K

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 P5Q Deluxe 2-21• In single VGA card mode, use rst the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance.

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS.

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-232. CPU / Northbridge overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU; 3-pin OV_NB)These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the advanced CPU

v3.3.7 AHCI Conguration ... 3-133.3.8 System Information ...

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to power on or reboot system quickly and conveniently when you wan

ASUS P5Q Deluxe2-252.8 Connectors2.8.1 Rear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.2. Coax

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information10. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.11. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects

ASUS P5Q Deluxe2-272.8.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)This connector is for the provided oppy disk drive (FDD

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationDrive jumper setting Mode of device(s)Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - BlackTwo devices Cable

ASUS P5Q Deluxe2-29Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onbo

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information5. SIL5723 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA_E1 [orange, port 0]; SATA_E2 [white, port 1])These connectors are fo

ASUS P5Q Deluxe2-316. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these con

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information7. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for a IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a m

ASUS P5Q Deluxe2-338. CPU, chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-3, 3-pin PWR_FAN)The fan connectors support cooling fans o

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2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection senso

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-3511. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information12. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The powe

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-3713. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD)This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a

2-38 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 P5Q Deluxe 2-3916. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few ste

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8.3 Installing the optional fanInstall the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler or a water coole

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 2-412.9 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switch

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.10 Turning off the computer2.10.1 Using the OS shut down functionIf you are using Windows® XP:1. Click the S

3BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also pr

vii4.3.7 ASUS AI Booster ... 4-234.3.8 ASUS EPU–6 Engine ...

Chapter summary3ASUS P5Q Deluxe3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ... 3-13.2 BIOS setup program ...

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-13.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output Syste

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desk

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

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 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 u

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.

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-73.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports a programmable rmware chip that you can update using the provided utility describ

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For changing the basic system congura

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-93.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows

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

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.3 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic syste

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-113.3.5 SATA 1-6While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-me

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupDMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDM

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-13Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if the device is acces

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.3.8 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically detects

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-153.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Take caution when changing the sett

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.2 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency. Use the <+> an

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-173.4.5 DRAM CLK Skew on Channel A1/A2/B1/B2 [Auto]Adjusting these items may help enhancing DRAM overclocking ability. Conguration

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup2nd 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)

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-193.4.8 DRAM Read Training [Auto]Allows you to set DRAM read data timing optimization. Setting this item to [Disabled] may help enh

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

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.12 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. The values range from 0.85000V to 2.10000V* with a 0.006

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-21• The value [2.2V] of the NB Voltage item is supported only if the OV_NB jumper is enabled, otherwise the maximum voltage support

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.24 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto]Set to [Disabled] to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control.Congura

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-233.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Take caution when

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-25CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency. Use the <+> and <-> k

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5.3 ChipsetThe Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> t

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-273.5.4 Onboard Device Conguration Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <E

ASUS P5Q Deluxe 3-293.5.6 PCIPnPThe PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Plug And Play O/S [No]When set t