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  • Page 1 P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 1 12/9/08 12:32:26 PM...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notices ... iv Safety information ... v About this guide ... vi P5Q-EM DO specifications summary ... viii Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ... 1-1 Package contents... 1-1 Special features... 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ... 1-1 1.3.2 ASUS Features ... 1-3 1.3.3...
  • Page 4 Contents 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility ... 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ... 2-5 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility ... 2-7 BIOS setup program ... 2-10 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ...2-11 2.2.2 Menu bar ...2-11 2.2.3 Navigation keys ...2-11 2.2.4 Menu items ... 2-12 2.2.5...
  • Page 5 2.7.3 Security ... 2-37 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority ... 2-37 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority ... 2-38 Tools menu ... 2-39 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ... 2-39 Exit menu ... 2-40 2.10 Intel ME configuration ... 2-41 ® 2.10.1 Change Intel 2.10.2...

  • Page 6: Notices

    This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. P5Q-EM DO.indb 4 12/9/08 12:32:36 PM...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin iindicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. P5Q-EM DO.indb 5 12/9/08 12:32:37 PM...

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 9: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Bold text Italics <Key> <Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> Command P5Q-EM DO.indb 7 Indicates a menu or an item to select. Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key.

  • Page 10: P5Q-Em Do Specifications Summary

    ® Compatible with Intel 05B/05A/06 processors ® Support Intel 45nm Multi-core CPU. ® * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel Q45 / ICH10DO with Intel Active Management ® ® Technology 1333 /1066 / 800 MHz 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR2 800/667 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered...
  • Page 11 - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100 MHz up to 180 MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS MyLogo 2 2 x 16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a.
  • Page 12 P5Q-EM DO specifications summary Support DVD Contents Form Factor *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P5Q-EM DO.indb 10 Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Intel System Defense Utility ® Anti-virus software (OEM version) Intel IT Director ® microATX form factor: 9.6” x 9.6” (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)

  • Page 13: Chapter1: Product Introduction

    It also lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter1: Product introduction P5Q-EM DO.indb 1 12/9/08 12:32:43 PM...
  • Page 14 Special features... 1-1 Before you proceed ... 1-5 Motherboard overview ... 1-6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ... 1-8 System memory ... 1-13 Expansion slots... 1-20 Jumper ... 1-24 1.10 Connectors ... 1-26 P5Q-EM DO.indb 2 ASUS P5Q-EM DO 12/9/08 12:32:44 PM...

  • Page 15: Welcome

    Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

  • Page 16: Processor Support

    Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents to external devices. See page 1-31 for details. P5Q-EM DO.indb 2 Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 ®...

  • Page 17: Asus Features

    See page 1-34 for details. 1.3.2 ASUS Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS Advanced Q-Fan technology The ASUS Advanced Q-Fan technology is powered by Intel Quiet System Technology;...

  • Page 18: Asus Special Features

    See page 1-36 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 2-5 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility.

  • Page 19: Before You Proceed

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO Onboard LED ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 5 SB_PWR...

  • Page 20: Motherboard Overview

    Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P5Q-EM DO.indb 6 P5Q-EM DO Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/9/08 12:33:14 PM...

  • Page 21: Motherboard Layout

    AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Single PCIEX1_2 P5Q-EM DO 1200 SPDIF_OUT AAFP Refer to section 1.10 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 7 24.4cm(9.6in) LGA775 Intel ® PCIEX16 Intel 9LPRS 918JKLF Lithium Cell...

  • Page 22: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
  • Page 23 The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 9 Retention tab Load lever PnP cap...
  • Page 24 (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. The motherboard supports Intel 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Threading Technology. 1-10 P5Q-EM DO.indb 10 LGA775 processors with the Intel Enhanced Memory ® ® Technology (EIST), and Hyper- ®...

  • Page 25: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    The type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but the installation steps and fucntions should remain the same. The illustration above is for reference only. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 11 ® processor, the package includes the CPU fan ®...

  • Page 26: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

  • Page 27: System Memory

    Channel B Install at least a memory module in DIMM_A1 or DIMM_A2 slot to support the Intel Intel Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. ® ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 13 Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ®...

  • Page 28: Memory Configurations

    Installed Installed Installed Installed Installed Installed Installed Installed 1-14 P5Q-EM DO.indb 14 ® ME technology. Your system may detects less ME function is enabled. Refer to the ® ® Total memory occupied by Intel DIMM B1 DIMM B2 1GB / slot...
  • Page 29 The total memory may has 16MB reduction under Single Channel mode, and 64MB reduction under Dual Channel mode because the address space is reserved for the Intel Technology. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 15 64-bit vPro Technology and the Intel Quiet System ®...
  • Page 30 P5Q-EM DO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability Vendor Part No. A-DATA M2OAD6H3J4171Q1E52 Apacer 78.01GA0.9K5 Apacer 78.91G9I.9K5 Apacer 78.A1GA0.9K4 CORSAIR “Box P/N:TWIN2X4096-6400C5 (CM2X2048-6400C5)” CORSAIR “BoxP/N:TWIN2X4096-6400C4DHX (CM2X2048-6400C4DHX)” CORSAIR “BoxP/N:TWIN2X4096- 6400C5DHX(CM2X2048-6400C5DHX)” CORSAIR CM2X1024-6400C4 Crucial BL12864AA804.16FD3 Crucial BL12864AA804.16FD Crucial BL12864AL804.16FD3 ELPIDA EBE10EE8ABFA-8E-E G.SKILL...
  • Page 31 HYMP 512U64CP8-Y5 KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/ 512 KINGSTON KVR667D2E5/1G KINGSTON KVR667D2E5/2G KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/1G KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/1G KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/1G KINGSTON KVR667D2N5/2G ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 17 Size SS/DS Chip No. 512MB KKA8FEIBF-HJK-25A 1024MB KKA8FEIBF-HJK-25A 2048MB KKB8FFBXF-CFA-25A N/A 512MB Heat-Sink Package 512MB E5108AJBG-8E-E 1024MB...
  • Page 32 Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800/667 MHz QVL. 1-18 P5Q-EM DO.indb 18 Size Chip No.

  • Page 33: Installing A Dimm

    The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 19 DDR2 DIMM notch Unlocked retaining clip Locked retaining clip...

  • Page 34: Expansion Slots

    IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. 1-20 P5Q-EM DO.indb 20 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/9/08 12:34:00 PM...

  • Page 35: Interrupt Assignments

    IRQ holder for PCI steering* PS/2 compatible mouse port* Numeric data processor IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 21 1-21 12/9/08 12:34:01 PM...

  • Page 36: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    USB controller 2 USB controller 3 USB controller 4 USB controller 5 USB controller 6 USB 2.0 controller 1 USB 2.0 controller 2 SATA controller 1 SATA controller 2 1-22 P5Q-EM DO.indb 22 shared – – – – – shared – –...

  • Page 37: Pci Slots

    This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. PCIe x1 slot ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 23 PCI slot PCIe x1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16 slot...

  • Page 38: Jumper

    CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
  • Page 39 Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port;...

  • Page 40: Connectors

    Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers in a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 1-26 P5Q-EM DO.indb 26 ME function. Push the switch to ® ME function before updating BIOS. ®...
  • Page 41 USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 27 4-channel 6-channel...

  • Page 42: Internal Connectors

    • The floppy disk drive singal cable is purchased separately. P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO Floppy disk drive connector Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF module.
  • Page 43 IE1394_2 PIN 1 P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO IEEE 1394 connector The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. ASUS P5Q-EM DO 1-29 P5Q-EM DO.indb 29...
  • Page 44 Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO IDE connector 1-30 P5Q-EM DO.indb 30 Drive jumper setting...
  • Page 45 Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO Internal audio connector ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 31 SATA2...
  • Page 46 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard. The USB module is purchased separately.
  • Page 47 P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU_FAN connectors support the ASUS Advanced Q-Fan feature. This motherboard does not support 3-pin CPU fan. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced.
  • Page 48 HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO Analog front panel connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.

  • Page 49: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
  • Page 50 ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few steps. Refer to the following instructions to install the ASUS Q-Connector. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to...

  • Page 51: Chapter 2: Bios Setup

    This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Chapter 2: BIOS setup P5Q-EM DO.indb 1 12/9/08 12:35:00 PM...
  • Page 52 Ai Tweaker menu ... 2-17 Advanced menu ... 2-21 Power menu ... 2-31 Boot menu ... 2-35 Tools menu ... 2-39 Exit menu ... 2-40 2.10 Intel ME configuration ... 2-41 ® P5Q-EM DO.indb 2 ASUS P5Q-EM DO 12/9/08 12:35:01 PM...

  • Page 53: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    Disable the ME function before updating the BIOS. Refer to page 1-26 for details on how to enable/disable the ME function. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.) ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk, USB flash disk, or the motherboard support DVD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)

  • Page 54: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt>...

  • Page 55: Afudos Utility

    Main filename Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.26(06.08.28BB)) Copyright (C) 2003 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash ... done Write to file... ok A:\>...

  • Page 56: Updating The Bios File

    Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.

  • Page 57: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD, the USB flash disk, or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 58 ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. • Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! P5Q-EM DO.indb 6...

  • Page 59: Asus Update Utility

    2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: ® • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet •...
  • Page 60 Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. P5Q-EM DO.indb 8 Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. Chapter 2: BIOS setup 12/9/08 12:35:17 PM...

  • Page 61: Updating The Bios Through A Bios File

    Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.

  • Page 62: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. 2-10 P5Q-EM DO.indb 10...

  • Page 63: Bios Menu Screen

    At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 11 Configuration fields...

  • Page 64: Menu Items

    Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen. 2.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. 2-12 P5Q-EM DO.indb 12 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot...

  • Page 65: Main Menu

    Allows you to set the system date. 2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [720K, 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 13 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power...

  • Page 66: Sata1-6

    When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] 2-14 P5Q-EM DO.indb 14 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Select the type of device connected to the system. [Auto]...

  • Page 67: Storage Configuration

    BIOS. Confiuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 15 [Compatible] Disabled [IDE]...

  • Page 68: System Information

    : 1866 MHz Count System Memory Usable Size: 990MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2-16 P5Q-EM DO.indb 16 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 12/9/08 12:35:34 PM...

  • Page 69: Ai Tweaker Menu

    The values range from 200 to 800. Refer to the table below for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings. FSB/CPU External Frequency Synchronization Front Side Bus FSB 1600 FSB 1333 FSB 1066 FSB 800 ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 17 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools [Auto]...

  • Page 70: Fsb Strap To North Bridge

    Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps] [Delay 200ps] [Delay 300ps] [Delay 400ps] [Delay 500ps] [Delay 600ps] [Delay 700ps] [Delay 800ps] [Delay 900ps] [Delay 1000ps] [Delay 1100ps] [Delay 1200ps] [Delay 1300ps] [Delay 1400ps] [Delay 1500ps] 2-18 P5Q-EM DO.indb 18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 12/9/08 12:35:38 PM...

  • Page 71: Nb Clock Skew

    NB Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. Refer to the table below for details. • The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 19 2-19 12/9/08 12:35:39 PM...

  • Page 72: Pcie Sata Voltage

    2.4.14 PCIE SATA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the PCI Express SATA voltage. The values range from 1.50V to 1.80V with a 0.10V interval. Press +/- to adjust the value. 2-20 P5Q-EM DO.indb 20 Blue Yellow Purple 1.5V~1.6V 1.80V~1.95V 2.00V~2.05V...

  • Page 73: Advanced Menu

    Max CPUID Value Limit Intel(R) Virtualization Tech [Enabled] CPU TM function Execute Disable Bit Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech Intel(R) C-STATE Tech v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 21 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Enter Go to Sub Screen...
  • Page 74 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Disabled] Allows you enable or disable the Intel C-STATE Technology. When enabled, the CPU idle is ® set to C2/C3/C4. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS setup P5Q-EM DO.indb 22 12/9/08 12:35:46 PM...

  • Page 75: Chipset

    Allows you to set the GMCH Protected Audio Video Path (PAVP) BIOS support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Lite Mode] [Paranoid] DVMT Memory [256MB] Configuration options: [128MB] [256MB] [Maximum DVMT] ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 23 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Configure North Bridge features.

  • Page 76: Me Subsystem Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable the IDE Redirection interface by which the remote management console is able to direct the client PC to boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. 2-24 P5Q-EM DO.indb 24 DVMT 5.0 Technology whose maximum graphics memory ®...
  • Page 77 (VECI). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Unhide All Physical HC [Enabled] Allows you to choose hide or not hide all physical Host Controllers. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 25 AMT-enabled software. Also, ® BIOS SETUP UTILITY Enable/Disable VECI...

  • Page 78: Onboard Device Configuration

    Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when the Intel Onboard LAN Controller is enabled. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-26 P5Q-EM DO.indb 26 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Enable or Disable High Definition Audio [Enabled] Controller...

  • Page 79: Usb Configuration

    The following item appears only when you enable the USB 2.0 Controller. USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] Allows you to set the USB 2.0 controller mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or FullSpeed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed] ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 27 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Disabled...

  • Page 80: Pcipnp

    Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] 2-28 P5Q-EM DO.indb 28 BIOS SETUP UTILITY NO: lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system.

  • Page 81: Tpm Configuration

    <Enter> to display the configuration options. Advanced Intel VT-d Configuration Intel VT-d Intel VT-d [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 29 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Enable/Disable TPM TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2) supp in BIOS [NO] VT-d) feature.
  • Page 82 BIOS AC [SCHECK] Lock DPR Reset TPM Establishement Flag When you set Intel TXT Initialization option to [Enabled], all of these items are set to [Enabled] automatically. 2-30 P5Q-EM DO.indb 30 Trust Execution Technology ® BIOS SETUP UTILITY [Disabled] TXT Initialization.

  • Page 83: Power Menu

    Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 31 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced...

  • Page 84: Apm Configuration

    [Disabled] [Enabled]. Power On By PCIe Devices [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PCIe devices to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. 2-32 P5Q-EM DO.indb 32 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power <Enter> to select whether or not to...
  • Page 85 This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. GBE Lan Power [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Gigabit LAN Power. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5Q-EM DO 2-33 P5Q-EM DO.indb 33 12/9/08 12:36:02 PM...

  • Page 86: Hardware Monitor

    Power Fan Speed VCORE Voltage 3.3V Voltage Voltage Voltage ASUS Adavanced Q-Fan Control Fan Profile v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select [Ignored] if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.

  • Page 87: Boot Menu

    These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxx Drive] [Disabled] ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 35 BIOS SETUP UTILITY...

  • Page 88: Boot Settings Configuration

    This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM.

  • Page 89: Security

    If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “1.9 Jumpers” for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 37 BIOS SETUP UTILITY...

  • Page 90: Boot Device Priority

    When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] 2-38 P5Q-EM DO.indb 38 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot : Not Installed...

  • Page 91: Tools Menu

    (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 92: Exit Menu

    When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. 2-40 P5Q-EM DO.indb 40 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot...

  • Page 93: Intel ® Me Configuration

    A valid password must include uppercase and lowercase letters, special characters (such as ~,%,*,#), and numbers. Intel(R) Management Engine BIOS Extension v5.0.5.0001 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Coporation. All Rights Reserved. [ESC]=Exit ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 41 ME configuration Management Engine (ME) settings. ®...
  • Page 94 Intel ME Features Control ® Allows you to configure the Intel Control and press <Enter> to display the submenu. 2-42 P5Q-EM DO.indb 42 [Caution] Continue: (Y/N) ME State Control function. Select Intel(R) ME State ® Intel(R) ME PLATFORM CONFIGURATION Intel(R) ME State Control...
  • Page 95 [ ] Desktop: ON in S0, ME Wake in S3, S4-5, OFF After Power Loss Intel ME ON in Host Sleep States ® Allows you to select the sleep modes for Intel ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 43 Intel(R) ME FEATURES CONTROL Manageability Feature Selection Intel(R) Quiet System Technology...

  • Page 96: Exit Menu

    ME setup, select Exit from the Main menu and press <Enter>. When the To exit the Intel ® confirmation message appears, press <Y> to exit or press <N> to cancel. [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N) 2-44 Chapter 2: BIOS setup P5Q-EM DO.indb 44 12/9/08 12:36:16 PM...

  • Page 97: Chapter 3: Software Support

    This chapter describes the contents of the Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 3: Software support P5Q-EM DO.indb 1 12/9/08 12:36:19 PM...
  • Page 98 Chapter summary Installing an operating system ... 3-1 Support DVD information ... 3-1 Creating a RAID driver disk... 3-9 P5Q-EM DO.indb 2 ASUS P5Q-EM DO 12/9/08 12:36:20 PM...

  • Page 99: Installing An Operating System

    The Support DVD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates. 3.2.1 Running the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 100: Drivers Menu

    The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Anti-Virus and Drivers Utility Installs the ASUS InstAll installation wizard. Norton Internet Security 2008 Installs the Norton Internet Security 2008 to protect your PC from the latest online threads.

  • Page 101: Utilities Menu

    The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Install the ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems.

  • Page 102: Asus Update

    ASUS AI Suite The ASUS AI Suite is an innovative application to do overclocking, fan control, power saving and quiet thermal control. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

  • Page 103: Make Disk Menu

    Intel ICH10R 32 bit RAID/AHCI Driver Allows you to create an Intel ICH10R 32 bit RAID/AHCI driver. Intel ICH10R 64 bit RAID/AHCI Driver Allows you to create an Intel ICH10R 64 bit RAID/AHCI driver. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 5 ICH10R RAID/AHCI driver disk. ®...

  • Page 104: Manual Menu

    Reader application from the Utilities tab before opening a user manual file. 3.2.6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. P5Q-EM DO.indb 6...

  • Page 105: Other Information

    Support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the Support DVD contents in graphical format. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 7 12/9/08 12:36:29 PM...

  • Page 106: Technical Support Form

    Technical support form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the Support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. P5Q-EM DO.indb 8...

  • Page 107: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Insert the floppy disk/USB device with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive/USB port. During the OS installation, select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH10R). Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. ASUS P5Q-EM DO P5Q-EM DO.indb 9 XP/Vista and later ®...
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