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- Page 1 P5P41T LE...
- 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Notices ......................vi Safety information ..................vii About this guide ..................viii P5P41T LE specifications summary ............ix Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features .......... - Page 4 BIOS information Managing and updating your BIOS ..........2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS ........... 2-3 BIOS setup program ..............2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............2-4 2.2.2...
- Page 5 Boot Device Priority ............2-17 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 2-17 2.6.3 Security ................. 2-18 Tools menu ................. 2-19 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-19 2.7.2 Express Gate ............... 2-19 2.7.3 AI NET 2................ 2-20 Exit menu ..................2-20...
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Page 6: Notices
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. -
Page 7: Safety Information
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. -
Page 8: About This Guide
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. -
Page 9: P5P41T Le Specifications Summary
Celeron processors ® Supports Intel 45nm multi-core CPU ® Intel Hyper-Threading Technology ready ® Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list ® Chipset Northbridge: Intel ® Southbridge: Intel ICH7 ® System bus... - Page 10 P5P41T LE specifications summary Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel audio I/O port 1 x COM port 1 x Parallel port Internal connectors...
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Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction
® The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. -
Page 12: Innovative Asus Features
Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. After you easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. -
Page 13: Asus Mylogo2
BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. ASUS AI NET2... -
Page 14: Before You Proceed
The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR P5P41T LE Standby Power Powered Off P5P41T LE Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 15: Motherboard Overview
Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P5P41T LE ASUS P5P41T LE... -
Page 16: Motherboard Layout
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 18.3cm(7.2in) CPU_FAN KBMS ATX12V PRI_IDE LGA775 USB34 LAN1_USB12 Intel ® CHA_FAN AUDIO 9LRS954 ATHEROS PCIEX1_1 AR8121 P5P41T LE PCIEX16_1 Lithium Cell PCIEX1_2 CMOS Power Intel ® ICH7 PCI1 SATA1 SATA2 PCI2 SATA3 SATA4 BIOS PCI3 SB_PWR CLRTC... -
Page 17: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)
Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. - Page 18 Press the load lever with your thumb Retention tab (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. Load lever Lift the load lever in the direction of the PnP cap...
- Page 19 To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. ASUS P5P41T LE...
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Page 20: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ® ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel processor, the package includes the CPU fan and ®... -
Page 21: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan
Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN P5P41T LE P5P41T LE CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. -
Page 22: System Memory
The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 P5P41T LE P5P41T LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 23: Memory Configurations
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. P5P41T LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM Timing... - Page 24 DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM Timing Support Vendor Part No. Size Brand Chip NO. DIMM Voltage (BIOS) G.SKILL F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK 1024MB G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package • • G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBPK 1024MB G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package • • G.SKILL F3-10666CL7T-3GBPK 3072MB(Kit of 3) Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-18 1.5~1.6V •...
- Page 25 • A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into the two blue slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P5P41T LE 1-15...
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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. To install a DIMM: DDR3 DIMM notch Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DDR3 DIMM socket. -
Page 27: Expansion Slots
This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports a PCI Express x16 graphics card that complies with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P5P41T LE 1-17... -
Page 28: Jumpers
Normal Clear RTC (Default) P5P41T LE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. -
Page 29: Connectors
USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. COM port. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS P5P41T LE 1-19... -
Page 30: Internal Connectors
+12V Rotation P5P41T LE fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU fan connector supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 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. - Page 31 +3 Volts PIN 1 P5P41T LE ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 400 W.
- Page 32 Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition P5P41T LE Analog front panel connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio].
- Page 33 PRI_IDE P5P41T LE NOTE:Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. P5P41T LE IDE connector If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. ASUS P5P41T LE...
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Page 34: System Panel Connector
PIN 1 P5P41T LE HD_LED RESET P5P41T LE System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. - Page 35 480 Mbps connection speed. USB56 USB78 P5P41T LE PIN 1 PIN 1 P5P41T LE USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module cable is purchased separately. ASUS P5P41T LE 1-25...
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Page 36: Software Support
The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive. -
Page 37: Managing And Updating Your Bios
BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. ®... -
Page 38: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:... -
Page 39: Asus Crashfree Bios
When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. -
Page 40: 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 41: Menu Bar
You cannot select an item that is not user- configurable.A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. ASUS P5P41T LE... -
Page 42: Pop-Up Window
2.2.7 Pop-up window BIOS SETUP UTILITY Select a menu item then press Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit <Enter> to display a pop-up Use [ENTER], [TAB] or Suspend Mode [Auto] [SHIFT-TAB] to select ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] a field. window with the configuration ACPI APIC support [Enabled] Options... -
Page 43: Main Menu
IDE device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] This item does not appear if you select SATA 1/2/3/4 devices. ASUS P5P41T LE... -
Page 44: Storage Configuration
LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. -
Page 45: System Information
Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual - allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Auto - loads the optimal settings for the system. Overclock Profile - loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for stability when overclocking. ASUS P5P41T LE... - Page 46 The following items appear only when you set the AI Overclocking item to [Manual]. CPU Frequency [xxx] Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the CPU frequency.
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Page 47: Cpu Configuration
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 are reduced when the CPU overheats. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5P41T LE 2-11... -
Page 48: Chipset
Execute-Disable Bit Capability [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. Setting this item to [Disabled] forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you installed an Intel CPU that supports the ®... -
Page 49: Onboard Devices Configuration
USB device is detected, the item shows None. USB Functions [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the USB functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P5P41T LE 2-13... -
Page 50: Pci Pnp
Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable support for Legacy USB storage devices, including USB flash drives and USB hard drives. Setting to [Auto] allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. -
Page 51: Power Menu
Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this item is set to Enabled, the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5P41T LE 2-15... -
Page 52: Hardware Monitor
Power On By External Modem [Disabled] This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PCI (E) Device [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to wake the system through a PCI Express/PCI card. -
Page 53: Boot Menu
Configuration options: [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device suring system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: ®... -
Page 54: Security
Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter>... -
Page 55: 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 2.1.2 for details. -
Page 56: Ai Net 2
2.7.3 AI NET 2 Check Atheros LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.