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  • Page 1 P5E3 PRO...
  • 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 ......................vi Safety information ..................vii About this guide ..................viii P5E3 PRO specifications summary ............ix 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 Innovative ASUS features ..........
  • Page 4 BIOS information Managing and updating your BIOS ..........2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........2-3 BIOS setup program ..............2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............2-5 2.2.2...
  • Page 5 Boot Device Priority ............2-20 2.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 2-20 2.7.3 Security ................. 2-21 Tools menu ................. 2-22 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-22 2.8.2 Express Gate ..............2-23 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ............2-23 2.8.4 AI NET 2................ 2-23...

  • Page 6: Notices

    Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical 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. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • 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: P5E3 Pro Specifications Summary

    3GB. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows 32-bit OS. ® **Refer to www.asus.com or this manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). Expansion slots 2 x PCIe x16 slots (both @x16 mode) supports CrossFireX...
  • Page 10 6 x SATA connectors BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.5, ACPI v2 0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WOL 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, RPL...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Product Introduction

    ® The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

  • Page 12: High Definition Audio

    Intel X48 Chipset ® The Intel X48 Express Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support ® dual-channel DDR3 1333/1066/800 architecture, 1600/1333/1066/800 FSB (Front Side Bus), dual PCI Express x16 graphics, and multi-core CPUs. With the specially included Intel Fast Memory Access technology, ®...

  • Page 13: Innovative Asus Features

    Chassis fan speed according to system load and temperature, enabling users to work in distraction-free environment with minimal noise. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. ASUS EPU...

  • Page 14: Express Gate

    • Express Gate complies with the OpenGL standard. Refer to http://support.asus.com for Express Gate source codes. • ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs, and USB drives. It supports file downloading to USB devices only. • The actual boot time is subject to hardware configuration and product models.
  • Page 15 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: Before You Proceed

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR P5E3 PRO Standy Power Powered Off P5E3 PRO Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 17: Motherboard Overview

    Place six 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 P5E3 PRO ASUS P5E3 PRO...

  • Page 18: Motherboard Layout

    COM1 Super ATX12V CPU_FAN SPDIF_ USB34 LGA775 LAN_USB12 AUDIO CHA_FAN Intel ® USB1112 ® Marvell 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 P5E3 PRO ® Marvell 88SE6111 PCIEX1_2 Intel ® SATA1 ICH9R SATA2 PCIEX16_2 SATA3 SATA4 PCI2 BIOS PWR_FAN Lithium Cell 1200 CMOS Power...

  • Page 19: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 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 20 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. Load lever Lift the load lever in the direction of the PnP cap...
  • Page 21 To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-11...

  • Page 22: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ® ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel processor, the package includes the CPU fan and ®...

  • Page 23: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR P5E3 PRO P5E3 PRO CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard.

  • Page 24: System Memory

    The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P5E3 PRO P5E3 PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 25: Memory Configurations

    Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-15...
  • Page 26 P5E3 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability DIMM support Chip “Timing Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Voltage Brand Dimm(Bios)” A-Data AD31600X001GMU 2048MB(Kit of 2) Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 1.75-1.85V • • A-Data AD31600E002GU 2048MB Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 1.75-1.85V...
  • Page 27 • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the orange or black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the orange and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-17...

  • Page 28: Installing A Dimm

    1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: DDR3 DIMM notch Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DDR3 DIMM socket.

  • Page 29: Expansion Slots

    This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that complies with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-19...

  • Page 30: Jumpers

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) P5E3 PRO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

  • Page 31: Connectors

    Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speaker in an 8-channel audio configuration. Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-21...

  • Page 32: Internal Connectors

    CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR CHA_FAN +12V Rotation P5E3 PRO PWR_FAN Rotation +12V P5E3 PRO fan connectors Only the CPU/Chassis fan supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 33 The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. COM1 PIN 1 P5E3 PRO P5E3 PRO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P5E3 PRO 1-23...
  • Page 34 Manual in the support DVD. 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. P5E3 PRO P5E3 PRO Internal audio connector 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 35 PRI_IDE P5E3 PRO NOTE:Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. P5E3 PRO IDE connector If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS P5E3 PRO...

  • Page 36: System Panel Connector 20-8 Pin Panel

    IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P5E3 PRO 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. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 37: Front Panel Audio Connector

    Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition P5E3 PRO 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. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio].

  • Page 38: Software Support

    The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 39: Chapter 2 Bios Information

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. ®...

  • Page 40: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 41: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 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 or a USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 42: Bios Setup Program

    Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. • Only a 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! The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard.

  • Page 43: Bios Menu Screen

    • 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 at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard.

  • Page 44: Navigation Keys

    2.2.3 Navigation keys 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. 2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu.

  • Page 45: Main Menu

    SATA device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] ASUS P5E3 PRO...

  • Page 46: Sata Configuration

    LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector Transfer) [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers.

  • Page 47: System Information

    SB Voltage [Auto] +/-: Raise/Reduce Clock Over-Charging Voltage [Auto] ************************************************ Load-Line Calibration [Auto] CPU GTL Voltage Reference [Auto] NB GTL Voltage Reference [Auto] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] v02.61 (C) Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P5E3 PRO...
  • Page 48 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. 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. X.M.P.
  • Page 49 READ to READ Delay (S) [Auto] READ to READ Delay (D) [Auto] WRITE to WRITE Delay (S) [Auto] WRITE to WRITE Delay (D) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] [2 DRAM Clocks] [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 ASUS P5E3 PRO 2-11...
  • Page 50 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks] [6 DRAM Clocks] [7 DRAM Clocks] [8 DRAM Clocks] [9 DRAM Clocks] [10 DRAM Clocks] [11 DRAM Clocks] [12 DRAM Clocks] [13 DRAM Clocks] [14 DRAM Clocks] [15 DRAM Clocks] DRAM Static Read Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Dynamic Write Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]...
  • Page 51 Allows you to disable or set to auto the CPU clock spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Allows you to disable or set to auto the PCI Express clock spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS P5E3 PRO 2-13...

  • Page 52: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced...

  • Page 53: Chipset

    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Marvell IDE BOOT ROM [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Marvell IDE Boot ROM. This item appears only when the Marvell IDE item is set to Enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5E3 PRO 2-15...

  • Page 54: Usb Configuration

    Marvell GigaBit LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN controller. This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to Enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.

  • Page 55: Pci Pnp

    When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS P5E3 PRO 2-17...

  • Page 56: Power Menu

    Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Select the ACPI state Suspend Mode [Auto]...

  • Page 57: Hardware Monitor

    N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed. VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage [xxxV] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. ASUS P5E3 PRO 2-19...

  • Page 58: Boot Menu

    POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] 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] Sets the display mode for option ROM.

  • Page 59: Security

    [View Only] - allows access but does not allow change to any field. [Limited] - allows changes only to selected fields, such as Date and Time. [Full Access] - allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility. ASUS P5E3 PRO 2-21...

  • Page 60: Tools Menu

    2.8.1 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. Please see section 2.1.2 for details.

  • Page 61: Express Gate

    2.8.2 Express Gate [Auto] 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] [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first screen...

  • Page 62: Exit Menu

    Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit Options Exit system setup...

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