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® V-Series P5P43 ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) User Manual...
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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.
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Contents ASUS contact information ................. iii Notices ......................vii Safety information ..................viii About this guide ..................ix System package contents ................xi Chapter 1 System introduction Welcome! ..................1-2 Front panel ..................1-2 Rear panel ..................1-3 Voltage selector ................1-5 Internal components ..............
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5.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............5-2 5.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk ........5-5 5.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 5-6 5.1.4 AFUDOS utility ..............5-7 5.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........5-9 BIOS setup program ..............5-10 5.2.1...
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Boot Device Priority ............5-30 5.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 5-31 5.6.3 Security ................. 5-32 Tools menu ................. 5-34 5.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............5-34 5.7.2 Express Gate ..............5-35 5.7.3 AI NET 2................ 5-36 Exit menu ..................5-37...
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. •...
About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS Vintage V4-Series P5P43 barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized...
ASUS Websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide 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. These documents are not...
System package contents Check your V4-Series P5P43 system package for the following items. Item description ASUS V4-Series P5P43 barebone system with • ASUS motherboatd • Power supply unit • ASUS chassis Cable • AC power cable Support DVD User guide Telecom Adapter Card (Optional) If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
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Chapter 1 This chapter gives you a general description of the ASUS V4-Series P5P43. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
The ASUS V4-Series P5P43 is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Quad / Pentium ®...
Power connector. This connector is for the power cable and plug. Power Switch. This switch is for switching on/off the power supply unit. USB 2.0 ports. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
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Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. USB 2.0 ports. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. External SATA ports. This port connects to an external Serial ATA hard disk drive.
If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240 V, set this switch to 230 V. 115V/230V Voltage selector Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V environment will seriously damage the system! ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
P5QL-M DELUXE/WIFI-AP Front panel cover Power supply unit 5.25-inch optical drive bays Chassis fan slot 2.5-inch portable hard disk drive bay ASUS motherboard (optional) Expansion slot metal brackets 3.5-inch hard disk drive bay 3.5-inch hard disk drive holder (optional) Chapter 1: System introduction...
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Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components into the system.
Preparation Before you proceed, ensure that you have all the components you plan to install into the system. Basic components to install 1. Central Processing Unit (CPU) 2. DDR2 Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) 3. Expansion cards 4. Hard disk drive 5.
The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR P5QL-M DELUXE/WIFI-AP Standy Power Powered Off P5QL-M DELUXE/WIFI-AP Onboard LED ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
Removing the side cover and front panel assembly Follow the steps below to remove the side cover and front panel assembly. Remove the cover screws on the rear panel. Pull the side cover toward the rear panel until its hooks disengage from the chassis tab holes.
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.
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Press the load lever with your thumb Retention tab (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU.
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Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. The motherboard supports Intel LGA775 processors with the Intel Enhanced ® ® Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) and Hyper-Threading Technology. ® ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
2.4.3 Installing the CPU fan and heatsink assembly The Intel Pentium 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink ® ® and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel Pentium 4 processor, the package ®...
CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
P5QL-M DELUXE/WIFI-AP 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 • This chipset officially supports DDR2-800 MHz. With the ASUS Super Memspeed Technology, this motherboard natively supports up to DDR2-1066 MHz. See the table below. DDR2 1333 1066* 1333 1333...
• Due to chipset limitation, DDR2-667 with CL=3 will be downgraded to run at DDR2-533 by default setting. If you want to operate with lower latency, adjust the memory timing manually. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 2-11...
A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into the yellow slot as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-667/800/1066 MHz QVL. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 2-17...
2.5.2 Installing a DDR2 DIMM Ensure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DDR2 DIMM: DDR2 DIMM notch Unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips...
Express x1 slot. 2.6.3 PCI Express x16 slot 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. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 2-19...
2.6.4 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: Remove the metal cover opposite Remove the metal bracket lock. the slot that you intend to use. Insert the card connector to the slot, then press the card firmly until it fits in place. Replace the metal bracket lock.
System Timer Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft Natural Keyboard Free Free Communications Port (COM1) Free Standard floppy Free System CMOS/real time clock Microsoft acpi-Compliant system Free Free Free Numeric data processor Free Intel ICH10Family SMBus Controller-3A30 ® ASUS V4-Series P5P43 2-21...
Secure the floppy disk drive with two screws on both sides of the bay. Connect the signal (A) and power (B) plugs to connectors at the back of the drive. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 2-23...
2.7.3 Installing a hard disk drive Remove the 3.5-inch hard drive holder out of the chassis. The 3.5-inch hard drive holder is optional. Insert the hard disk drive to the 3.5-inch hard drive holder, then carefully push the drive until its screw holes align with the holes on the holder. Secure the hard disk drive with two screws on both sides of the bay.
Insert the six side cover hooks into the chassis tab holes . Push the side cover to the direction of the front panel until it fits in place. Secure the cover with two screws you removed earlier. Air duct Chassis tab holes ASUS V4-Series P5P43 2-25...
Screen display and driver options may not be the same for different operating system versions. • The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates. Chapter 3: Starting up...
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Anti-Virus and Drivers Utility Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. Norton Internet Security 2008 Installs the Norton Internet Security 2008.
Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.
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Installs the Winzip utility for easy file-compression and protection. Ulead Burn. Now Installs the Ulead Burn. Now application for Audio DVD,CD and data disc creation. You can also install the following utilities from the ASUS Superb Software Library DVD. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
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Ulead Photolmpact 12 SE Installs the Photolmpact image editing software. Chapter 3: Starting up...
Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the ASUS Superb Software Library DVD before ® ® opening a user manual file. Realtek HD Audio User’s Manual Allows you to open the Realtek HD audio user’s manual.
3.3.4 Make Disk menu The Make Disk menu allows you to make a RAID driver disk. Make JMicron JMB363 RAID/AHCI Controller Driver disk Allows you to create a JMicron JMB363 RAID/AHCI Controller driver disk Make Intel ICH10R RAID/AHCI Controller Driver disk ®...
3.3.5 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. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
3.3.5 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the 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.
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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. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
Autorun feature. If Autorun is not enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder. Double-click the setup.exe file to start installation.
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When displayed, the monitor panel for that sensor also turns red. Refer to the Monitor panels section for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 3-13...
Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes: hexagonal (large) and rectangular (small). When you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section, the monitor panels appear on your computer’s desktop.
You can enlarge or reduce the browser size by dragging the bottom right corner of the browser. DMI browser Click to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 3-15...
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PCI browser Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to display available information. Usage The Usage browser displays real-time information on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage.
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The Preference tab allows you to customize sensor alerts, change temperature scale, or enable the Q-Fan feature. Loads the default threshold values for Cancels or Loads your saved each sensor ignores your configuration changes Applies your Saves your changes configuration ASUS V4-Series P5P43 3-17...
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Chapter 4 This chapter gives information about he motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
Introduction The Vintage V4-Series P5P43 barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. Motherboard layout 24.4cm(9.6in) ATX12V CPU_FAN PWR_FAN KB_USB56 Super COM1 LAN2_USB34 LGA775 F_ESATA12 LAN1_USB12 8111C...
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
Connectors Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5.
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IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133 / 100 / 66 / 33 IDE devices. If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
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ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4, SATA5, SATA6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 SATA5 SATA6 P5QL-M DELUXE/WIFI-AP P5QL-M DELUXE/WIFI-AP SATA connectors(ICH10R ® right angle side Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device.
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Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
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CHA_FAN P5QL-M DELUXE/WIFI-AP P5QL-M DELUXE/WIFI-AP fan connectors Only the CPU-FAN connectors support the ASUS Q-FAN feature. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
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Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]; if you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC'97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio]. See section 5.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
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11. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATX12V EATXPWR +3 Volts...
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BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 4-11...
ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows environment.) ® ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.) ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk.) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk, USB flash disk or the motherboard support DVD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)
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To update the BIOS through the Internet: desktop by clicking Start Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from the Select the ASUS FTP site nearest...
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To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: desktop by clicking Start 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.
Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. d. Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk check box. e. Click Start. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
5.1.3 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>...
The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current 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. ASUS V4-Series P5P43...
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A:\>afudos /iP5QLM.ROM The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iP5QLM.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..
5.1.5 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 floppy disk, or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
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. 5-10...
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 V4-Series P5P43 5-11...
5.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar Use [ENTER], [TAB], System Time [06:22:54] or [SHIFT-TAB] to System Date [Fri 03/09/2007] displays the specific items for that select a field. Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Use [+] or [-] to SATA 1 [Not Detected] menu.
Allows you to set the system date. 5.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in] [1.2M, 5.25 in] [720K, 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in] ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-13...
5.3.4 SATA 1~6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information. SATA 1 Select the type of device connected to the system.
If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices, keep the defaul setting [IDE]. If you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-15...
Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if device is accessed throuh BIOS. Confiuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA 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] 5.3.6 System Information...
Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual - allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Auto - loads the optimal settings for the system. Overclock Profile - loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for stability when overclocking. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-17...
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The following item appears only when you set the AI Overclocking item to [Manual]. CPU Frequency [xxx] Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the CPU frequency.
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FSB value is 1333, 1066, and 800. DRAM Frequency Auto 667MHz 800MHz 1066MHz 1333 1066 Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-19...
Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you to adjust Memory Over voltage and each step is 6.25mV SB1.5V Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the SB voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.5V] [1.57V] [1.64V] [1.71V] SB1.1V Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the SB voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.126V] [1.196V] [1.266V] [1.336V] Setting a very high voltage may damage the component permanently, and setting a very low voltage may cause the system to become unstable.
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you installed an Intel Pentium 4 or later ® ® CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). ® ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-21...
Intel SpeedStep™ Technology [Enabled] ® Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology. When set to ® ® [Enabled], you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to use the EIST feature. Set this item to [Disabled] if you do not want to use the EIST.
[Disabled] J-Micron eSATA/PATA Controller [Enabled] Controller Mode [IDE] JMicron SATA/RAID OptRom [Enabled] 1394 Controller [Enabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [ECP] ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-23...
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Onboard PCIEX GbE Lan1 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard PCIEX GbE LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN1 Option ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the LAN option ROM in the onboard LAN controller. This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to Enabled.
USB Functions [Enabled] Allows you to disable or select the different values of the USB functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-25...
Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for Legacy USB storage devices, including USB flash drives and USB hard drives. Setting to [Auto] allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled.
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-27...
5.5.4 APM Configuration APM Configuration <Enter> to select whether or not to Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] restart the system after AC power Resume On By PS/2 KB/MOUSE [Disabled] loss. Resume On Ring [Disabled] Resume On PCI Devices/LAN [Disabled] Resume On PCIE Devices [Disabled]...
(RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed. Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Chassis Q-Fan control. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-29...
Power Fan Speed [Ignored] or [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the Power fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed.
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. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Allows you to set display mode for Option ROM.
5.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Not Installed <Enter> again to User Password : Not Installed disabled password.
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5.7.1 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. See section 5.1.2 for details.
5.7.2 Express Gate [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first screen...
5.7.3 AI NET 2 AI NET 2 Check Realtek LAN Pair Status Length cable during POST. It will take 3 to 10 seconds to diagnose LAN cable. Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled]...
Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select YES to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS V4-Series P5P43 5-37...