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  • Page 1 P5P43T...
  • 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 ..................vii P5P43T 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 ..........1-2 Before you proceed ..............
  • 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 ........... 2-3 BIOS setup program ..............2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............2-5 2.2.2...
  • Page 5 Hard Disk Drives ............2-21 2.7.3 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 2-21 2.7.4 Security ................. 2-21 Tools menu ................. 2-23 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-23 2.8.2 Express Gate ..............2-23 2.8.3 AI NET 2................ 2-24 Exit menu ..................2-24...

  • 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: Conventions Used In 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: P5P43T Specifications Summary

    We recommend that you install the memory modules on the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). *** When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity...
  • Page 10 Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Express Gate ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS AI NET 2 Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port...

  • 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: Innovative Asus Features

    CPU and chassis fan speeds 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 13: Asus Express Gate

    100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games—with just one...

  • Page 14: Before You Proceed

    ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you must shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR P5P43T Standby Power Powered Off P5P43T Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 15: Motherboard Overview

    Screw holes 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 ASUS P5P43T...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 1-23 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-27 3-pin CHA_FAN) ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin 1-22 IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 1-26 ATX12V) LGA775 CPU socket USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910,...

  • Page 17: 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 18 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 19 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 P5P43T...

  • Page 20: 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 21: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5P43T P5P43T 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 22: 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 P5P43T P5P43T 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 23: 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 P5P43T 1-13...
  • Page 24 P5P43T Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 (O.C.) MHz capability DIMM Support Chip Vendor Part No. Size Chip No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage Brand A-DATA AD31600E001GMU 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65- • 1.85 A-DATA AD31600F002GMU(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS...
  • Page 25 Kingmax FLFD45F-B8MH9 MAES 1024MB Micron 9CF22D9KPT • • • Kingmax FLFE85F-B8MF9 2048MB Micron 8HD22D9JNM • • Kingmax FLFE85F-B8MH9 MEES 2048MB Micron 9GF27D9KPT • • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/1G 1024MB D1288JELDPGD9U • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS P5P43T 1-15...
  • Page 26 DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM Chip Support Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/2G 2048MB Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H 1.5V • • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/4G 4096MB Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR • • • Micron MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1 1024MB Micron 9FF22D9KPT • • • Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G4F1 2048MB...
  • Page 27 • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue or black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P5P43T 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 P5P43T 1-19...

  • Page 30: Jumpers

    Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

  • Page 31: Connectors

    Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Lime (Front panel) – – – Side Speaker Out To configure an 8-channel audio output: Use the chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output. ASUS P5P43T 1-21...

  • Page 32: Internal Connectors

    CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM CHA_FAN P5P43T Rotation +12V P5P43T fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU fan and chassis fan support the ASUS Q-FAN 2 feature. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 33 +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 P5P43T ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W.
  • Page 34 LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as a printer. LPT is standardized as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. P5P43T P5P43T Parallel Port Connector 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 35 This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS P5P43T 1-25...

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

    IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P5P43T 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: Usb Connectors

    Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition P5P43T 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

    Place the Support DVD in the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utility, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to display their respective menus.

  • 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

    • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3...

  • Page 42: Bios Setup Program

    • The BIOS setup screens in this chapter are for reference only. They 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. Chapter 2: BIOS information...

  • Page 43: Bios Menu Screen

    For configuring options for special functions. Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings. To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. ASUS P5P43T...

  • 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] This item only appears in the SATA 1-4 menus. ASUS P5P43T...

  • Page 46: Storage 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) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers.

  • Page 47: System Information

    CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Select Screen CPU Clock Skew [Auto] Select Item NB Clock Skew [Auto] Change Field CPU Margin Enhancement [Optimized] General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.61 (C) Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P5P43T...
  • 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 Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] [2 DRAM Clocks] [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 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] ASUS P5P43T 2-11...
  • Page 50 2nd Information: 10-5-7-4-9-4-7 READ to WRITE Delay (S/D) [Auto] WRITE to READ Delay (S) [Auto] WRITE to READ Delay (D) [Auto] 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 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...
  • Page 51 0.00625V interval. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] CPU VCORE Over-Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCORE over-voltage. The values range from 0.01000V to 0.63000V with a 0.00625V interval. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] ASUS P5P43T 2-13...

  • Page 52: Advanced Menu

    CPU/PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU/PCIE spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] CPU/NB Clock Skew [Auto] Allows you set the CPU/North Bridge clock skew. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps] [Delay 200ps] [Delay 300ps] [Delay 400ps] ... [Delay 1200ps] [Delay 1300ps] [Delay 1400ps] [Delay 1500ps] CPU Margin Enhancement [Optimized] Allows you to set the CPU Margin Enhancement mode.

  • Page 53: Chipset

    Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration High Definition Audio [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the high definition audio. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5P43T 2-15...

  • Page 54: Usb Configuration

    Front Panel Type [HD Audio] Allows you to select the front panel type. If High Definition Audio Front Panel used, please set HD Audio mode. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] JMB368 IDE [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the JMB368 IDE controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] JMB368 IDE BOOTROM [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the JMB368 IDE Boot ROM.

  • 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 P5P43T 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

    CPU temperature. Sets this item to [Silent Mode] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation, or [Performance Mode] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. Configuration options: [Optimal] [Silent Mode] [Performance Mode] ASUS P5P43T 2-19...

  • Page 58: Anti Surge Support

    Configuration options: [Removable Dev] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: ®...

  • Page 59: Hard Disk Drives

    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 60: Change Supervisor Password

    Change Supervisor Password Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. To set a Supervisor Password: Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 61: 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. See section 2.1.2 for details.

  • Page 62: Ai Net 2

    2.8.3 AI NET 2 Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 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.

  • Page 63: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-010923*...

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