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  • Page 1 P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...
  • 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 P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 specifications summary ............x Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ....................1-1 Package contents..................1-1 Special features..................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights................ 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM ......1-3 1.3.4...
  • Page 4 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-28 Exit menu ....................3-29 3.10 Updating BIOS ..................3-30 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility..............3-30 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ............. 3-33 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility..........3-34 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ..............3-35 Chapter 4: Software support Installing an operating system ..............
  • Page 5 Contents 4.3.6 ASUS FAN Xpert ............... 4-11 4.3.7 ASUS Probe II ................4-12 4.3.8 Audio configurations..............4-13 RAID configurations ................4-14 4.4.1 RAID definitions ................ 4-14 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ..........4-15 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ..........4-15 4.4.4...

  • 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://csr.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

    Where to find more information 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

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 10: P8P67 Pro Rev 3.1 Specifications Summary

    32GB memory ® capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on the market. ** Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default.
  • Page 11 ASUS Exclusive Features - MemOK! - AI Suite II - AI Charger - Anti Surge - ASUS EFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert...
  • Page 12 BIOS features 32 Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE...

  • Page 13: 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 14: Special Features

    MHz frequency as default. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0.

  • Page 15: Dual Intelligent Processors 2 With Digi+ Vrm

    P67 Express Chipset natively supports the next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) ® interface, delivering up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus systems.

  • Page 16: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

  • Page 17: Other Special Features

    ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.3.6...
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 20: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.8 Internal Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 21: Layout Contents

    USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) 2-25 TPU switch 2-17 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-26 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-26 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-28 ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 22: 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.

  • Page 23: System Memory

    The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 24: Memory Configurations

    • According to Intel spec, the max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on the market. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU.
  • Page 25 P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200(O.C.) MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS 7-10-10-28 1.65 •...
  • Page 26 P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866(O.C.) MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AX3U2000GB2G9-2G(XMP) 9-9-9-24 1.55~1.65 • • • Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP)
  • Page 27 P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability (continued) DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AX3U1600GB2G9-2G 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - 9-9-9-24 1.55~1.75...
  • Page 28 P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability (continued) DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM OCZ3FXE1600C7LV6GK 6GB (3 x 2GB) DS - 7-7-7 1.65...
  • Page 29 P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability (continued) DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM F3-10666CL8D-4GBRM G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 8-8-8-21 1.5-1.6...
  • Page 30 P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability (continued) DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-CG • • • Elixir M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG...
  • Page 31 Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-13...

  • Page 32: Expansion Slots

    2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCI slot 1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [grey] (at x8 mode)
  • Page 33 USB 3.0) JMicron ATA Controller – – shared – – – – – 1394 Controller – shared – – – – – – HD Audio – – – – – – shared – ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-15...

  • Page 34: Onboard Switches

    BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 35 You may use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-17...
  • Page 36 EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED (O2LED2) near the EPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable.

  • Page 37: Onboard Leds

    ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should 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. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-19...
  • Page 38 TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 39: Clear Rtc Ram

    Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-21...

  • Page 40: Internal Connectors

    2.2.8 Internal connectors ® Intel P67 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 ®...
  • Page 41 You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using ® Windows XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-23...
  • Page 42 Marvell Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • The SATA6G_E1/E2 (navy blue) connectors are for data drives only. ATAPI device is not supported.
  • Page 43 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 48 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-25...
  • Page 44 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately.
  • Page 45 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment.
  • Page 46 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...
  • Page 47 • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability.

  • Page 48: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • 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 49: Building Your Computer System

    Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-31...

  • Page 50: Cpu Installation

    2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 51 ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-33...

  • Page 52: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 53 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-35...

  • Page 54: Dimm Installation

    2.3.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 55: Motherboard Installation

    2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-37...
  • Page 56 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 57: Atx Power Connection

    2.3.6 ATX Power connection ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-39...

  • Page 58: Sata Device Connection

    2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 59: Front I/O Connector

    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-41...

  • Page 60: Expension Card Installation

    2.3.9 Expension Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 61: Rear Panel Connection

    If you want to use the hot-plug function of the external SATA ports, you have to set the JMB Storage Controller item in the BIOS setting to [Enabled] and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD. Refer to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-43...

  • Page 62: Audio I/O Connections

    * LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED ACT/LINK SPEED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port ** Bluetooth dongle LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description...
  • Page 63 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-45...
  • Page 64 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port. 2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 65: Starting Up For The First Time

    While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 2-47...
  • Page 66 2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 67: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS EFI BIOS is an Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with uEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system.

  • Page 68: Ez Mode

    CPU/chassis/power fan speed the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Exit/Advanced Mode P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 English BIOS Version : 0238 Build Date : 10/06/2010 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz...

  • Page 69: Advanced Mode

    The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items...

  • Page 70: Menu Items

    Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.

  • Page 71: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.3.10 Rear panel connectors for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 72: Administrator Password

    Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 73: Ai Tweaker Menu

    DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA Auto DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA Auto DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB Auto DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHB Auto CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 74: Dram Timing Control

    Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your...

  • Page 75: Cpu Power Management

    Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Short Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Additional Turbo Voltage [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...
  • Page 76 Reducing phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment.

  • Page 77: Offset Mode Sign

    Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 2.20V with a 0.00625V interval. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-11...
  • Page 78 VCCSA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.80V to 1.70V with a 0.00625V interval. VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VCCIO voltage. The values range from 0.80V to 1.70V with a 0.00625V interval.

  • Page 79: Advanced Menu

    > APM →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-13...

  • Page 80: Cpu Configuration

    3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor...
  • Page 81 Disables this function. CPU C3 Report [Disabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-15...

  • Page 82: System Agent Configuration

    3.5.2 System Agent Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ System Agent Configuration > System Agent Configuration Select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Initate Graphic Adapter PEG/PCI Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.

  • Page 83: Sata Configuration

    S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-17...

  • Page 84: Usb Configuration

    3.5.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Ai Tweaker Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ USB Configuration > USB Configuration Enables Legacy USB support. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB Devices: USB devices are connected.

  • Page 85: Onboard Devices Configuration

    [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-19...
  • Page 86 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the USB 3.0 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. VIA 1394 [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller.
  • Page 87 Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] Allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] ] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] ] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] ] ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-21...

  • Page 88: Apm

    3.5.7 EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ APM > Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Specify what state to go to when power is re-applied after a power Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Disabled failure (G3 state).

  • Page 89: Monitor Menu

    (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-23...
  • Page 90 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
  • Page 91 The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-25...

  • Page 92: Boot Menu

    Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence.

  • Page 93: Tools Menu

    > ASUS O.C. Profile 3.8.1 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.

  • Page 94: Asus O.c. Profile

    Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Tool\ ASUS O.C. Profile > O.C. Profile Configuration Save BIOS settings to Profile ========================================================== Setup Profile1 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile2 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile3 Status : Not Installed...

  • Page 95: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-29...

  • Page 96: Updating Bios

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 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: ®...
  • Page 97 To update the BIOS through the Internet: From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto...
  • Page 98 The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 99: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 100: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 101: Asus Bios Updater

    3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 102 The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 BOARD: Unknown VER: 0204 VER:...
  • Page 103 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 3-37...
  • Page 104 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 105: Chapter 4: 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. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive.

  • Page 106: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. ® Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.

  • Page 107: Software Information

    4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II on your computer Place the support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 108: Digi+ Vrm

    The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 109: Bt Go

    BT Turbo Key, Pocket Media, and Reset/Off functions. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. •...

  • Page 110: Turbov Evo

    After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
  • Page 111 You will requested to restart the system. Click Yes to make the change take effect. CPU Ratio Click to activate the CPU Ratio Applies all changes Click to restore immediately all start-up settings Undoes all changes without applying ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 112: Auto Tuning

    The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration.
  • Page 113 Click Stop if you want to cancel the Overclocking process. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 114: Epu

    Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-10...

  • Page 115: Asus Fan Xpert

    4.3.6 ASUS FAN Xpert Asus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures and your PC’s system loading. The various fan profiles offer flexible controls of fan speeds to achieve a quiet and cool system environment.

  • Page 116: Asus Probe Ii

    4.3.7 ASUS Probe II ASUS Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition.

  • Page 117: Audio Configurations

    Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Exit button Configuration options Minimize button Control settings window Information button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 4-13...

  • Page 118: Raid Configurations

    RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solution: Intel Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. ® • You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ®...

  • Page 119: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    Physical Devices: Port Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID) ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk [↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 4-15...

  • Page 120: Creating A Raid Set

    The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration.
  • Page 121 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 4-17...
  • Page 122 Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.0.0.1032 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation.

  • Page 123: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID driver disk. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 4-19...

  • Page 124: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation ® To install the RAID driver in Windows ® During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third- party SCSI or RAID driver. Press <F6>, and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version.

  • Page 125: Using A Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    Product ID (PID) are displayed. Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup.oem. Double-click the file. A window appears, allowing you to select the program for opening the oem file. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1 4-21...
  • Page 126 Use Notepad to open the file. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_1C02&CC_0106”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2822&CC_0104”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor”...

  • Page 127: Multiple Gpu Technology Support

    For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. Turn off your computer. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 128: Installing Two Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.

  • Page 129: Installing The Device Drivers

    Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. Select Enable CrossFireX. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...

  • Page 130: Nvidia ® Sli™ Technology

    NVIDIA SLI™ technology ® The motherboard supports the NVIDIA SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that ® allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.2.1 Requirements • In SLI mode, you should have two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA ®...

  • Page 131: Installing The Device Drivers

    You can launch the NVIDIA Control Panel by the following two methods. Right click on the empty space of the Windows desktop ® and select NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears (See Step B5). ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...
  • Page 132 If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...
  • Page 133 The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Set SLI Configuration. Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. ASUS P8P67 PRO REV 3.1...
  • Page 134 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...

  • Page 135: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +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 +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...

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