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  • Page 1 P5QL-EM...
  • 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

    Welcome!..................1-1 1.2. Package.contents................1-1 1.3. Special.features................1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-1 1.3.2 ASUS Special features ........... 1-2 1.4. Before.you.proceed..............1-4 1.5. Motherboard.overview..............1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction ............1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes ..............1-5 1.5.3...
  • Page 4 Managing.and.updating.your.BIOS..........2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............2-1 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk ........2-2 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 2-3 2.1.4 AFUDOS utility ..............2-4 2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........2-5 2.2. BIOS.setup.program..............2-7 2.2.1...
  • Page 5 Boot.menu................... 2-19 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ............2-20 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 2-20 2.6.3 Security ................. 2-20 2.7. Tools.menu.................. 2-22 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-22 2.7.2 Express Gate ..............2-22 2.7.3 AI NET 2................ 2-23 2.8. Exit.menu..................2-23...

  • Page 6: Notices

    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.

  • 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 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: P5Ql-Em Specifications Summary

    45nm CPU ® Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) ® Supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology ® *Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel G43 Intel ICH10 Front.Side.Bus 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Memory Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred non-ECC DDR2-1066 (O.C.) / 800 / 667 / memory...
  • Page 10 - 1 x External Serial ATA 3Gb/s (SATA On-the-go) ASUS.overclocking. SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): features - FSB turning from 200MHz up to 600MHz at 1MHz increment ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS.Special.Features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2...

  • Page 11: Chapter.1.Product.introduction

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

  • Page 12: Asus Special Features

    This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2. ASUS.Special.features ASUS.EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to digitally monitor and finetune the CPU power supply with improved VR responses in heavy or light loadings. Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 13 OS-based flash utility. See page 2-3 for details. ASUS.CrashFree.BIOS.3. The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves users’ the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.

  • Page 14: Before.you.proceed

    1.4. Before.you.proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

  • Page 15: Motherboard.overview

    The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2. Screw.holes Place eight 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 P5QL-EM...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    1.5.3. Motherboard.layout 24.4cm(9.6in) PS/2KBMS CPU_FAN PWR_FAN USB56 ATX12V LGA775 HDMI COM1 1394 ESATA USB34 LAN1_USB12 JMB381 Intel G43 AUDIO CHA_FAN PCIEX1_1 SATA12 PCIEX16 81111C SATA34 Intel ICH10 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell PCIEX1_2 CMOS Power SATA56 BIOS ALC1200 PCI1 CHASSIS USBPW78 PRI_EIDE USB1112 USB910...

  • Page 17: Layout Contents

    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 18: Installing The Cpu

    1.6.1. Installing.the.CPU To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. P5QL-EM.CPU.Socket.775 Before installing the CPU, ensure that the socket box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left. 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.
  • Page 19 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 P5QL-EM...

  • 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 ® heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel -certified ®...

  • Page 21: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 1.7. System.memory 1.7.1. Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: 240-pin.DDR2.DIMM.Sockets ASUS P5QL-EM 1-11...

  • Page 22: Memory Configurations

    Mode DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 One DIMM DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS Two DIMMs DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS Three DIMMs DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS Four DIMMs • When using only one memory module, start installing the DDR2 DIMM from slot DIMM_A1 or DIMM_B1 for better overclocking capability.
  • Page 23 M378T2863QZS-CF7 Samsung K4T1G084QQ-HCF7 • • • Samsung M378T2953GZ3-CF7 Samsung K4T51083QG-HCF7 • • Samsung M37875663QZ3-CF7 Samsung K4T1G084QQ-HCF7 • • Samsung M378T5263AZ3-CF7 Samsung K4T2G084QA-HCF7 • • 512MB Qimonda HYS64T64000EU-2.5-B2 Qimonda HYB18T512800B2F25FSS28380 • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS P5QL-EM 1-13...
  • Page 24 DIMM.support Chip. Size Vendor Part.No. .Chip.No. Brand Qimonda HYS64T128020EU-2.5-B2 Qimonda HYB18T512800B2F25FSS28380 • • Corsair XMS2-6400 Corsair Heat-Sink Package • • Corsair XMS2-6400 Corsair Heat-Sink Package • • 2G(Kit of 2) Corsair CM2X2048-6400C5DHX Corsair Heat-Sink Package • • 2G(Kit of 2) Corsair CM2X2048-6400C5 Corsair...
  • Page 25 DIMMs when overclock to DDR2-1066). •. C*: Supports 4 modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-667/800/1066(O.C.)MHz QVL. ASUS P5QL-EM 1-15...

  • Page 26: 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. Unlock a DDR2 DIMM DDR2.DIMM.notch socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

  • Page 27: Expansion.slots

    This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.6. PCI.Express.x16.slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that complies with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P5QL-EM 1-17...

  • Page 28: Jumper

    1.9. Jumper 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 29 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise, the system would not power up. • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode. ASUS P5QL-EM 1-19...

  • Page 30: Connectors

    1.10. Connectors 1.10.1. Rear.panel.connectors PS/2.mouse./.keyboard.port.(green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse / keyboard. Video.Graphics.Adapter.(VGA).port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. USB.2.0.ports.3.and.4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. IEEE1394a.port..This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices.
  • Page 31 Using the CPU/Memory of higher speed and bandwidth with the higher-version DVD player and drivers will upgrade the playback quality. USB.2.0.ports.5.and.6. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. ASUS P5QL-EM 1-21...

  • Page 32: Internal Connectors

    1.10.2. Internal.connectors Floppy.disk.drive.connector.(34-1.pin.FLOPPY) This connector is for the 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. •...
  • Page 33 This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. SPDIF_OUT P5QL-EM.Digital.Audio.Connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS P5QL-EM 1-23...
  • Page 34 CPU,.Chassis,.and.Power.fan.connectors.(4-pin.CPU_FAN,.3-pin.CHA_FAN,.3-pin. PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of a total of 1A~2.2A (26.4W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
  • Page 35 The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pins labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. CHASSIS (Default) P5QL-EM.Intrusion.Connector ASUS P5QL-EM 1-25...
  • Page 36 Serial.port.connectors.(10-1.pin.COM1) 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 P5QL-EM.COM.Port.Connector 10..
  • Page 37 • 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. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (350W) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power requirements.

  • Page 38: System Panel Connector

    13.. System.panel.connector.(20-8.pin.F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER RESET IDE_LED PWRSW Requires an ATX power supply System.Panel.Connector P5QL-EM. •. 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 39: Software.support

    The following screen is used for reference only. Click.an.icon.to. display.Support.DVD/ motherboard.information Click.an.item.to.install 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 P5QL-EM 1-29...
  • Page 40 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 41: Chapter.2.Bios.information

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 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. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: ®...

  • Page 42: Creating A Bootable Floppy Disk

    Programs.>.ASUS.>.ASUS.Update.>.ASUS.Update. Select Update.BIOS from.the.Internet from the drop-down menu, then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto.Select then click Next. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next.

  • Page 43: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    2.1.3. 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>.+.<F2> during the Power- On Self Tests (POST).

  • Page 44: Afudos Utility

    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. We recommend that you write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper; you will need to key in the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt later.

  • Page 45: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.5. 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, a floppy disk or a USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 46 BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. • Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB.

  • Page 47: Bios.setup.program

    • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard.

  • Page 48: Bios Menu Screen

    2.2.1. BIOS.menu.screen Menu.items Menu.bar Configuration fields General.help BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Use [ENTER], [TAB] or System Time [14:14:35] [SHIFT-TAB] to select System Date [Wed 04/16/2008] a field. Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Use [+] or [-] to configure system Time.

  • Page 49: Menu Items

    A m e r i c a n Megatrends, Inc. Pop-up.window <Up>./.<Down> arrow keys or Scroll.bar <Page.Up>./<Page.Down> keys to display the other items on the screen. 2.2.9. General.help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS P5QL-EM...

  • Page 50: Main.menu

    2.3. Main.menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section 2.2.1.BIOS.menu.screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced...

  • Page 51: Storage Configuration

    Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 2.3.6. System.Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Bios.Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. ASUS P5QL-EM 2-11...

  • Page 52: Advanced.menu

    Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System.Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2.4. 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.

  • Page 53: Cpu Configuration

    Setting a very high voltage may damage the component permanently, and setting a very low voltage may cause the system to become unstable. 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. ASUS P5QL-EM 2-13...
  • Page 54 CPU.Ratio.Setting.[Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between CPU core clock and the FSB frequency.Configuration options: [Auto] If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS, the actual value may be different from the set value. Key in ratio numbers directly. C1E.Support.[Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Inter CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power- saving function in system halt state.

  • Page 55: Chipset

    The operation system and other programs cannot use this reserved memory, and Vista Aero (DWM) is disabled. Feature PAVP.Lite PAVP.Paranoid Compressed video buffer is encrypted HW 128-bit AES decryption Protected memory (96MB reserved during boot) ASUS P5QL-EM 2-15...

  • Page 56: Onboard Devices Configuration

    South Bridge Configuration Audio.Controller.[Enabled] Allows you to set the audio controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Allows you to select the front panel support type. If High Definition Audio Front Panel used, please set HD Audio mode. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] SPDIF_OUT Mode Setting [SPDIF Output] Allows you to select SPDIF_OUT mode setting.

  • Page 57: Pci Pnp

    Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Select the ACPI state Suspend Mode [Auto] used for System ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] Suspend. ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor ASUS P5QL-EM 2-17...

  • Page 58: Apm Configuration

    2.5.1. Suspend.Mode.[Auto] Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to be used for system suspend. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] [S1(POS).Only] - Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Suspend) sleep state. In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in a low power mode.

  • Page 59: Hardware Monitor

    Exit Specifies the Boot Boot Settings Device Priority sequence. Boot Device Priority A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B:) Boot Settings Configuration may appear when you set Security the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ASUS P5QL-EM 2-19...

  • Page 60: Boot Device Priority

    This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. Add.On.ROM.Display.Mode.[Force.BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup.Num-Lock.[On]...
  • Page 61 Select this item to clear the user password. Password.Check.[Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] ASUS P5QL-EM 2-21...

  • Page 62: Tools.menu

    2.7.1. 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. Please see section 2.1.3 for details.

  • Page 63: Ai Net 2

    This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load default values. Select Exit.&.Save.Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS P5QL-EM 2-23...
  • Page 64 2-24 Chapter 2: BIOS setup...

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