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  • Page 1 P5LD2-X/GBL...
  • 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 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ..........1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Before you proceed ..............2-1 Motherboard overview ..............2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction ............2-2 2.2.2...
  • Page 4 4.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ........4-1 4.1.2 AFUDOS utility ..............4-2 4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........4-5 4.1.4 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 4-7 4.1.5 ASUS Update utility ............4-8 BIOS setup program ..............4-11 4.2.1...
  • Page 5 Running the support CD ..........5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu ..............5-2 Utilities menu ..............5-3 5.2.3 5.2.4 ASUS Contact information ..........5-4 5.2.5 Other information ............5-4 ASUS MyLogo2™ ................. 5-6 Appendix: CPU features Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) ......A-1 ®...

  • 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.

  • 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: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To make sure 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: P5Ld2-X/Gbl Specifications Summary

    P5LD2-X/GBL specifications summary LGA775 socket for Intel Core™2 Duo / Pentium ® ® Pentium 4 / Celeron / Celeron D Processors ® ® ® Support next generation 45nm dual-core CPU Intel Hyper-Threading Technology ready Support Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology(EIST) Chipset Intel 945GC(A2) Intel ICH7 Front Side Bus...
  • Page 11 P5LD2-X/GBL specifications summary ASUS special features ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS MyLogo2 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring Supported OS Windows Vista/XP/2003 server/2000 server/2000 Support CD Drivers ASUS PC Probe ll...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product introduction...
  • Page 14 Chapter summary Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-2 ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 15: Welcome

    Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5LD2-X/GBL motherboard! 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 16: Special Features

    Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array (LGA) socket designed for the Intel Prescott, Intel Smithfield, Intel Cedarmill, Intel ® ® ® ® Conroe, Intel Conroe L or Intel Presler processor in the 775-land package.

  • Page 17: High Definition Audio

    PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. See page 2-20 for details. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 18: Innovative Asus Features

    Green ASUS The 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 and packaging to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

  • Page 19: Asus Mylogo2

    ASUS CPU Lock Free This feature allows you to adjust the CPU multiplier to 14x. Setting the appropriate BIOS setting automatically reduces the CPU multiplier value for more flexibility when increasing external FSB. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen.
  • Page 20 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Hardware information...
  • Page 22 Chapter summary Before you proceed ..............2-1 Motherboard overview ..............2-2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........... 2-6 System memory ................. 2-13 Expansion slots ................2-18 Jumpers ..................2-21 Connectors ................. 2-23 ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 23: Before You Proceed

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR P5LD2-X/GBL Standby Powered Power P5LD2-X/GBL Onboard LED ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 24: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 25: Motherboard Layout

    Intel 945GC(A2) AUDIO RTM876-660-LF PCIEX1_1 8111C PCIEX16 SB_PWR Super I/O PCI1 Intel ICH7 PCI2 P5LD2-X/GBL PCI3 ALC662 SATA1 SATA2 PCIEX1_2 AAFP SATA3 SATA4 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power BIOS PS2_USBPW1-8 PRI_IDE CLRTC CHASSIS FLOPPY F_PANEL USB56 USB78 ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 26: Layout Contents

    2.2.4 Layout contents Slots Page 1. PCIe x 16 2-20 2. PCIe x 1 2-20 3. PCI 2-20 Jumpers Page 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-21 2. USB Device wake-up (3-pin PS2_USBPWR) 2-22 Rear panel connectors page PS/2 mouse port (green) 2-23 Parallel port 2-23...
  • Page 27 9. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 2-29 10. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 2-29 11. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 2-30 System power LED (2-pin PLED) Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN) Reset button (2-pin RESET) ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 28: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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 29 (B). Load plate Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket. The socket alignment key should fit Alignment key into the CPU notch. Gold triangle mark ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...
  • Page 30 The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.

  • Page 31: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    CPU fan connector. Motherboard hole Narrow end Fastener of the groove Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...
  • Page 32 Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5LD2-X/GBL P5LD2-X/GBL CPU Fan Connector...

  • Page 33: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-11...
  • Page 34 Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. Narrow end of the groove The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.

  • Page 35: System Memory

    Windows 32-bit version operating system without the PAE. The excess over 3GB of installed memory will not cause any problem; however, the system can not use this excess memory space and the system will display less than the total size of physical memory installed. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-13...
  • Page 36 Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-533 DIMM support Size Vendor Model Brand Component 256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 Elpida E5116AB-5C-E 256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 Elpida E5116AF-5C-E 512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 Hynix HY5PS56821F-C4 512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 Infineon HYB18T512800AF3733336550 Kingston KVR533D2N4/1G Kingston D6408TE7BL-37 Kingston KVR533D2N4/1G Kingston D6408TLRAGL37U 256MB Samsung M378T3253FG0-CD5...
  • Page 37 512MB ADATA M20AD5G3H3166I1C52 ADATA AD29608A8A-3EG20648 ADATA M2OAD5G3I4176I1C52 ADATA AD29608A8A-3EG20645 512MB VDATA M2GVD5G3H31A4I1C52 VDATA VD29608A8A-3EC20615 512MB VDATA M2YVD5G3H31P4I1C52 VDATA VD29608A8A-3EG20627 512MB VDATA M2GVD5G3H166I1C52 VDATA VD29608A8A-3EG20637 VDATA M2GVD5G3I41P6I1C52 VDATA VD29608A8A-3EG20627 VDATA M2GVD5G3I41C4I1C52 VDATA VD29608A8A-3EC20620 (continued on the next page) ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-15...
  • Page 38 • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-667/533 MHz QVL. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 39: Installing A Dimm

    DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips DDR2 DIMM notch out with extra force. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-17...

  • Page 40: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 41: Interrupt Assignments

    Onboard USB controller 1 shared Onboard USB controller 2 shared Onboard USB controller 3 shared Onboard USB controller 4 shared Onboard USB 2.0 controller shared Onboard IDE port shared Onboard HD Audio controller shared Onboard LAN controller shared ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-19...

  • Page 42: Pci Slots

    2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.

  • Page 43: Jumpers

    You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-21...
  • Page 44 USB device wake-up (3-pin PS2_USBPW) This jumper allows you to wake up the computer from S1 mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB device. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer from S3 and S4 modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode).

  • Page 45: Connectors

    6-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. Refer to the audio configuration table on next page for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-23...

  • Page 46: Internal Connectors

    Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0/1.1 devices.
  • Page 47 P5LD2-X/GBL IDE Connector Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [black], SATA4 [black]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 P5LD2-X/GBL P5LD2-X/GBL SATA Connectors ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-25...
  • Page 48 Important notes on Serial ATA • You must install Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows ® ® Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using the connectors in Standard IDE mode, connect the primary (boot) hard disk drive to the SATA1 or SATA2 connector.
  • Page 49 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB56 USB78 P5LD2-X/GBL P5LD2-X/GBL USB 2.0 Connectors The USB cable is not included in this product. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-27...

  • Page 50: Chassis Intrusion Connector

    CPU FAN PWM P5LD2-X/GBL P5LD2-X/GBL Fan Connectors Only the CPU_FAN connector support the ASUS Q-Fan feature. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector.
  • Page 51 P5LD2-X/GBL ATX Power Connector 10. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chasis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. SPEAKER Speaker Out P5LD2-X/GBL P5LD2-X/GBL Speaker Out Connector ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 2-29...

  • Page 52: System Panel Connector

    11. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED PWRBTN F_PANEL P5LD2-X/GBL +HD LED RESET P5LD2-X/GBL 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.

  • Page 53: Chapter 3: Powering Up

    This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST messages, and ways of shutting down the system. Powering up...
  • Page 54 Chapter summary Starting up for the first time ............3-1 Powering off the computer ............3-2 ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 55: Starting Up For The First Time

    Two continuous beeps followed by Floppy controller failure two short beeps Two continuous beeps followed by Hardware component failure four short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 56: Powering Off The Computer

    Powering off the computer 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows 2000: ® Click the Start button then click Shut Down... Make sure that the Shut Down option button is selected, then click the OK button to shut down the computer.

  • Page 57: Chapter 4: Bios Setup

    This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS setup...
  • Page 58 Chapter summary Managing and updating your BIOS ..........4-1 BIOS setup program ..............4-11 Main menu .................. 4-14 Advanced menu ................. 4-18 Power menu ................4-29 Boot menu .................. 4-33 Tools menu ................. 4-38 Exit menu ..................4-39 ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 59: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    USB flash disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or a USB flash disk during POST.) ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows environment.)

  • Page 60: Afudos Utility

    Windows 2000 environment ® To create a set of boot disks for Windows 2000: ® a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive. b. Insert the Windows 2000 CD to the optical drive. ® c. Click Start, then select Run. d.
  • Page 61 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. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.
  • Page 62 The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iP5LD2XGB.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..done Reading flash ..

  • Page 63: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    4.1.3 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 CD , the floppy disk or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 64 Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. Recovering the BIOS from the USB flash disk To recover the BIOS from the USB flash disk: Insert the USB flash disk that contains BIOS file to the USB port.

  • Page 65: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    4.1.4 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>...

  • Page 66: Asus Update Utility

    DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 4.1.5 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 ®...
  • Page 67 To update the BIOS through the Internet: desktop by clicking Start Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from the Select the ASUS FTP site nearest...
  • Page 68 To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.

  • Page 69: 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 (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 70: Bios Menu Screen

    4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu bar General help Menu items Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [19:34:30] Use [ENTER], [TAB] System Date [Mon 11/19/2007] or [SHIFT-TAB] to Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] select a field.

  • Page 71: Menu Items

    Change Option General Help MPS Revision [1.4] the screen. Save and Exit Exit 4.2.9 General help Pop-up window At the top right corner of the menu screen Scroll bar is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-13...

  • Page 72: Main Menu

    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 “4.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced...

  • Page 73: Primary, Third And Fourth Ide Master/Slave

    When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-15...

  • Page 74: Ide Configuration

    PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Disabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.

  • Page 75: System Information

    : 512MB Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected total, appropriated (in use), and available system memory. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-17...

  • Page 76: 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. JumperFree Configuration Adjust system USB Configuration frequency/voltage...

  • Page 77: Usb Configuration

    Legacy USB Support [Auto] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled] The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-19...
  • Page 78 USB Function [Enabled] Allows the BIOS to auto-detect the number of USB ports in your system. Setting this item to [Disable] disables the USB device detection function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to [Auto] allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup.

  • Page 79: Cpu Configuration

    Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel® Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-21...
  • Page 80 CPU TM Function [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor (TM) function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage is reduced when the CPU overheats. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Enables or disables Intel®...

  • Page 81: Chipset

    Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] [6 Clocks] DRAM # Activate to Precharge [15 Clocks] Configuration options: [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] ~ [18 Clocks] DRAM Write Recovery Time [4 Clocks] Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] [6 Clocks] ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-23...
  • Page 82 Hyper Path 3 [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Hyper Path 3 feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] DRAM Throttling Threshold [Auto] Enable DRAM Throttling Thermal Throttling will make your system more stable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Booting Graphic Adapter Priority [PCI Express/PCI] Allows selection of the graphics controller to use as primary boot device.

  • Page 83: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [378] Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC] ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-25...
  • Page 84 Parallel Port Mode [ECP] Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [Bi-directional] [EPP] [ECP] ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]...

  • Page 85: Pci Pnp

    Configuration options: [No] [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], the palette snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-27...
  • Page 86 IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved] 4-28 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...

  • Page 87: Power Menu

    Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC) mode under Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). When enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-29...

  • Page 88: Apm Configuration

    4.5.4 APM Configuration APM Configuration Go into On/Off, or Suspend when Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power button Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] is pressed. Power On By External Modems [Disabled] Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard...
  • Page 89 When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-31...

  • Page 90: Hardware Monitor

    (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The CPU Fan Profile Mode item appears when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature.

  • Page 91: Boot Menu

    These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] or [Disabled] ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-33...

  • Page 92: Boot Settings Configuration

    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 93: Security

    <Enter>. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “2.6 Jumpers” for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-35...

  • Page 94: Change User Password

    After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. <Enter> to change Security Settings password. Supervisor Password : Not Installed <Enter> again to User Password : Not Installed disable password. Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access]...
  • Page 95 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 P5LD2-X/GBL 4-37...

  • Page 96: Tools Menu

    (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. 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 4.1.4 for details.

  • Page 97: Exit Menu

    Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes Allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select <OK> to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL 4-39...

  • Page 98: Load Setup Defaults

    Load Setup Defaults 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 the default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.- 4-40 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...

  • Page 99: Chapter 5: Software Support

    This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Software support...
  • Page 100 Chapter summary Installing an operating system ........... 5-1 Support CD information .............. 5-1 ASUS MyLogo2™ ................. 5-6 ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 101: Installing An Operating System

    The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates. 5.2.1 Running the support CD Place the support CD to the optical drive.

  • Page 102: Drivers Menu

    The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstALL - Installation Wizard for Drivers Installs the ASUS InstALL - Drivers Installation Wizard. Intel Chipset Driver Installs the Intel Chipset Inf Update Program.

  • Page 103: Utilities Menu

    ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.

  • Page 104: Asus Contact Information

    5.2.4 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 5.2.5 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD.

  • Page 105: Technical Support Form

    Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 106: Asus Mylogo2

    ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). The ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the support CD.
  • Page 107 To launch the ASUS MyLogo2™: Launch the ASUS Update utility. Refer to section “4.1.5 ASUS Update utility” for details. Select Options from the drop down menu, then click Next. Check the option Launch MyLogo2 to replace system boot logo before flashing BIOS, then click Next.
  • Page 108 When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST. Chapter 5: Software support...

  • Page 109: Appendix: Cpu Features

    The Appendix describes the CPU features that the motherboard supports. CPU features...
  • Page 110 Chapter summary Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) ......A-1 ® Intel Hyper-Threading Technology ...........A-2 ® ASUS P5LD2-X/GBL...

  • Page 111: Enhanced Intel Speedstep Technology (Eist)

    ® Technology (EIST) • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EIST. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS. See Chapter 4 for details. •...

  • Page 112: Intel ® Hyper-Threading Technology

    On the Power schemes section, click , then select any option except Home/ Office Desktop or Always On. Click Apply, then click OK. 10. Close the Display Properties window. After you adjust the power scheme, the CPU internal frequency slightly decreases when the CPU loading is low.

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