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  • Page 1 P5Q PRO Turbo...
  • 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

    Product introduction Welcome! ....................1-1 Package contents..................1-1 Special features..................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights................ 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Unique features ............... 1-3 Chapter 2: Hardware information Before you proceed ................... 2-1 Motherboard overview ................2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout ..............2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents ................

  • Page 4: Contents

    Turning off the computer ................. 2-40 Knowing BIOS .................... 3-1 Updating BIOS .................... 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility..............3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ............... 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility........... 3-5 BIOS setup program .................. 3-6 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen ..............3-6 3.3.2...
  • Page 5 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration ............3-29 3.8.3 Security ..................3-30 Tools menu ....................3-32 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ..............3-32 3.9.2 Drive Xpert Mode Update [Last Setting]........3-33 3.9.3 Express Gate [Enabled] ............3-34 3.9.4 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-35 3.9.5...
  • Page 6 Running the support DVD ............4-1 Installing an operating system ..............4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals..........4-2 Software information ................. 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II ............... 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite ................4-4 4.3.3 ASUS EPU .................. 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert................

  • Page 7: 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 8: 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 9: 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 10: 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 11: P5Q Pro Turbo Specifications Summary

    P5Q PRO Turbo specifications summary LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel P45 / ICH10R ®...
  • Page 12 - ASUS 8-Phase Power Design - Express Gate ASUS Power Saving Solution: - ASUS EPU ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat pipe solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS Drive Xpert - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3...
  • Page 13 System Panel (Q-Connector) BIOS Features 8 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 3.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion, Support DVD Contents...

  • Page 15: 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 16: Special Features

    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 17: Asus Unique Features

    ASUS Unique features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC—now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O.C.

  • Page 18: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    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 19: Asus Mylogo2

    BIOS file. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. 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. ASUS MyLogo2™...
  • Page 20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    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 P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 22: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 23: Layout Contents

    2-35 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-22 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-33 Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 2-34 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-29 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-29 ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 24: Placement Direction

    2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 25: 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 26 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 27 ® ® The motherboard supports Intel LGA775 processors with the Intel Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep ® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 28: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    2.3.2 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 29: 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 P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 30: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.

  • Page 31: Memory Configurations

    3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-11...
  • Page 32 P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1200MHz capability DIMM socket Chip Timing Dimm support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Voltage Brand (Bios) BoxP/N:CH.02GAG.C0KK2 Apacer 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 (78.0AGA7.9K4) KINGSTON KHX9600D2K2/2G 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 2.3-2.35 V OCZ2FX12002GK...
  • Page 33 Heat-Sink Package Transcend TX1066QLU-4GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) Heat-Sink Package Aeneon BoxP/N:AXT760UD00- 2048MB(Kit of 2) Heat-Sink Package 19D-K-2G (AXT760UD00-19D) BUFFALO FSX1066D2C-K4G 2048MB Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 Elixir M2Y1G64TU8HC4B-BD 1024MB Elixir N2TU 51280CE-BD Gingle FA2UUGI6736501A 2048MB Gingle GI20908A8A7-AEG 800-5-5-5-15 ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-13...
  • Page 34 P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1000MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DIMM socket support (Optional) G.SKILL F2-8000CL5D-4GBPQ 4096MB(Kit of 2) Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 KINGSTON KHX8000D2/1G 1024MB Heat-Sink Package 800-5-5-5-15 V OCZ2G10002GK 1024MB Heat-Sink Package OCZ2P10004GK 4096MB(Kit of 2)
  • Page 35 2048MB SAMSUNG K4T1G084QQ SAMSUNG M378T5263AZ3-CF7 4096MB SAMSUNG K4T2G084QA-HCF7 Super T800UA12C4 512MB Heat-Sink Package Talent Super T800UB1GC4 1024MB Heat-Sink Package Talent Transcend JM800QLU-1G 1024MB Transcend TQ243ECF8 Transcend TS128MLQ64V8U 1024MB ELPIDA E1108ACBG-8E-E Transcend JM800QLU-2G 2048MB Transcend TQ243PCF8 ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-15...
  • Page 36 P5Q PRO Turbo Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DIMM socket support (Optional) Transcend TS256MLQ64V8P 2048MB ELPIDA E1108ACBG-BE-E 6-6-6- (800-5-5- 5-15) Transcend TS256MLQ64V8U 2048MB ELPIDA E1108ACBG-8E-E Transcend TS256MLQ72V8U 2048MB ELPIDA E1108ACBG-8E-E(ECC) Aeneon AET760UD00-25DC08X...
  • Page 37 • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-17...

  • Page 38: Installing A Dimm

    2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: DIMM notch Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket.

  • Page 39: Expansion Slots

    When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-19...

  • Page 40: Interrupt Assignments

    2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments Priority Standard function System timer Keyboard controller – Re-direct to IRQ#9 IRQ holder for PCI steering* Communications port (COM1)* IRQ holder for PCI steering* – Reserved – Reserved System CMOS/Real Time Clock IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* PS/2 compatible mouse port*...

  • Page 41: Pci Slots

    PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI Express 2.0x16_2 slot (black, at x8 link) PCI Express x1_3 slot PCI Express x1_2 slot PCI Express 2.0x16_1 slot (blue, at 16 link) PCI Express x1_1 slot ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-21...

  • Page 42: Jumpers

    Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
  • Page 43 OV_CPU jumper, shut down the computer and move the cap back to pins 2-3. • The system may need a better cooling system (for example, a water-cooling system) to work stably under high voltage settings. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-23...
  • Page 44 Keyboard/Mouse power (3-pin PS2 USBPWR56) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard/mouse wake-up feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you press a key on the keyboard/mouse (the default is the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.

  • Page 45: Connectors

    7. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 3. IEEE 1394a port 8. External SATA port 4. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 5. LAN (RJ-45) port** 10. Audio I/O ports*** ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-25...

  • Page 46: Audio I/O Connections

    ** LAN port LED indications Left Right Left LED Status Right LED 10 Mbps Orange (blinking during connection data activity) 100 Mbps Orange (blinking during data activity) connection LAN port Green (blinking during 1 Gbps connection data activity) *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel...
  • Page 47 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-27...
  • Page 48 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 49: Internal Connectors

    Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]; if you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio]. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-29...
  • Page 50 IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device.
  • Page 51 The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10) is available only if you are using Windows XP SP1 or later version. ® • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 3.4.2 Storage Configuration for details. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-31...
  • Page 52 SATA_E1 connector (orange, port 0) can be detected. • Clear all previous partitions in the hard disks before you proceed with any mode changes. Refer to 4.3.7 ASUS Drive Xpert for detailed application instructions. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 53 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 54 Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. 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.
  • Page 55 The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default , the pin 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. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-35...
  • Page 56 These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS Q FAN 2 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 57 • 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. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 2-37...

  • Page 58: System Panel Connector 20-8 Pin Panel

    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 59: Asus Q-Connector

    ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. Refer to the following instructions to install the ASUS Q-Connector. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to...

  • Page 60: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 61: Knowing Bios

    Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash drive in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility.

  • Page 62: Asus Update Utility

    3.2.1 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: ® • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet •...
  • Page 63 Auto Select. Click Next. Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file...

  • Page 64: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.2.2 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 a DOS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.

  • Page 65: 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 66: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program A BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modification. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility. Otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.

  • Page 67: Navigation Keys

    <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen. Scroll bar 3.3.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 68: 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. You can set the system time and date, BIOS language, and the type of floppy drive installed. Refer to 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
  • Page 69 (Ultra DMA). Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of the DMA mode. SMART Monitoring [Auto] [Auto] Allows automatic selection of the S.M.A.R.T (Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology). [Enabled] Enables the S.M.A.R.T feature. [Disabled] Disables the S.M.A.R.T feature. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 70: Storage Configuration

    32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] [Enabled] Sets the IDE controller to combine two 16-bit reads from the hard disk into a single 32-bit double word transfer to the processor. This makes more efficient use of the PCI bus as fewer transactions are needed for the transfer of a particular amount of data.

  • Page 71: Ahci Configuration

    This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main BIOS Information Version : 0204 Build Date: 02/10/09 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU @ 2.00GHz Speed : 2000MHz System Memory Usable Size : 1024MB ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-11...

  • Page 72: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.

  • Page 73: Cpu Ratio Setting [Auto]

    CAS# Latency [5 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] – [11 DRAM Clocks] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [5 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] – [18 DRAM Clocks] ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-13...
  • Page 74 DRAM RAS# Precharge [5 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] – [18 DRAM Clocks] DRAM RAS# Activate to Precharge Time [15 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] – [34 DRAM Clocks] RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] –...

  • Page 75: Dram Static Read Control [Auto]

    Pull-In of CHA/B PH1/2/3/4 [Disabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to apply enhancement on DRAM Channel A and B, Phase 1 to 4. The number of phases is determined by DRAM frequency and FSB strap. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-15...

  • Page 76: Cpu Voltage [Auto]

    3.5.13 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. Use the <+> and <-> keys or the numeric keypad to enter the desired value. The values range from 0.85000V to 2.10000V* with a 0.00625V interval. • Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. Setting a high VCore voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low VCore voltage may make the system unstable.

  • Page 77: Sb Voltage [Auto]

    NB Clock Skew item at the same time. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps]–[Delay 1500ps] 3.5.24 NB Clock Skew [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps]–[Delay 1500ps] 3.5.25 CPU Margin Enhancement [Optimized] Configuration options: [Optimized] [Compatible] [Performance Mode] ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-17...

  • Page 78: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit CPU Configuration Configure CPU.
  • Page 79 Disables this function. Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Disabled] ® The Intel C-State Technology allows the CPU to save more power under idle mode. Enable this item only when you install a C-State Technology-supported CPU. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-19...

  • Page 80: Chipset

    3.6.2 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings Options for NB WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. NorthBridge Configuration North Bridge Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced North Bridge Chipset Configuration Set the ECC options for cache and dram Memory Remap Feature...

  • Page 81: Onboard Devices Configuration

    [Disabled] Disables the LAN Boot ROM. Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard 1394 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. 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] ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-21...

  • Page 82: Usb Configuration

    3.6.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration Options USB Devices Enabled: 1 Mouse Disabled Enabled USB Functions [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled]...

  • Page 83: Pcipnp

    When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-23...

  • Page 84: Power Menu

    Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Select the ACPI state Suspend Mode [Auto] used for System Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] Suspend. ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration...

  • Page 85: Apm Configuration

    The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the first try. Turning an external modem off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-25...
  • Page 86 Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI devices. [Disabled] Disables the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI devices. [Enabled] Allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.

  • Page 87: Hardware Monitor

    Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-27...

  • Page 88: Boot Menu

    Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature.

  • Page 89: Boot Settings Configuration

    [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display of ROM messages from the BIOS of add-on devices during the boot sequence.

  • Page 90: Security

    3.8.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Not Installed <Enter> again to User Password : Not Installed disable password. Change Supervisor Password Change User Passward Change Supervisor Password Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed.
  • Page 91 Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] [Setup] BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. [Always] BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-31...

  • Page 92: Tools Menu

    3.9.1 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 93: Drive Xpert Mode Update [Last Setting]

    In the BIOS Main menu and the Device Manager in OS, only the hard disk connected to the SATA_E1 connector (orange, port 0) can be detected. • Clear all previous partitions in the hard disks before you proceed with any mode changes. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-33...

  • Page 94: Express Gate [Enabled]

    3.9.3 Express Gate [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first screen...

  • Page 95: Asus O.c. Profile

    DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 3-35...

  • Page 96: Ai Net 2

    3.9.5 AI NET 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools AI NET 2 Pair Status Length Check Atheros LAN cable [Disabled] ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V1.06 Check Atheros LAN Cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). It takes 3 to 10 seconds to diagnose the LAN cable. [Disabled] BIOS will not check the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).

  • Page 97: Exit Menu

    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 P5Q PRO Turbo 3-37...
  • Page 98 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 99: 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 100: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary 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. ®...

  • Page 101: Software Information

    Launching PC Probe II Install PC Probe II from the motherboard support DVD. Launch PC Probe II by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears.

  • Page 102: Asus Ai Suite

    Launching AI Suite Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. Launch AI Suite by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx. xx. The AI Suite main window appears. The AI Suite icon appears in the Windows notification area.

  • Page 103: Asus Epu

    Click Run Calibration and wait for a few seconds. Then, the EPU main menu appears. EPU main menu Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 104: Asus Fan Xpert

    4.3.4 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 105: Asus Turbov

    4.3.5 ASUS TurboV ASUS TurboV allows you to easily overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS, and set up the best O.C. settings for different scenarios. Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable.

  • Page 106: Asus Turbo Key

    4.3.6 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games—with just one touch! Launching ASUS Turbo Key Install ASUS Turbo Key from the motherboard support DVD.

  • Page 107: Asus Drive Xpert

    Super Speed erases all original data/partitions in both hard disks. You may use Drive Xpert function in Express Gate and BIOS setup environments. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.

  • Page 108: Asus Express Gate

    4.3.8 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet, Skype, and viewing your pictures. Within a few seconds of powering on your computer, you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate applications.

  • Page 109: Audio Configurations

    VIA HD Audio Deck for Windows XP Display panel and volume control Minimize button Configuration options Control settings window Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-11...

  • Page 110: Raid Configurations

    RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, ® RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 for five independent Serial ATA channels. 4.4.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks.

  • Page 111: Setting The Raid Item In Bios

    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. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-13...
  • Page 112 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1038 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe) Disks: Select Disks Strip Size: 128KB Capacity: 0.0 GB Create Volume [ HELP ] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less. [ ↑↓ ]Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>.

  • Page 113: Deleting A Raid Set

    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) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1038 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) 2 298.0GB Normal Yes [ HELP ] Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID. WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED. [ ↑↓ ]-Select [ESC]-Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-15...
  • Page 114 Use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete, and then press <Del>. The following warning message appears. [ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ] ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST! Are you sure you want to delete volume “Volume0”? (Y/N): Press <Y> to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press <N> to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu.

  • Page 115: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Intel® ICH10R RAID driver disk. Insert a floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo 4-17...
  • Page 116 To install the RAID driver in Windows® XP: 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.

  • Page 117: 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 P5Q PRO Turbo 4-19...
  • Page 118 Use Notepad to open the file. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_ICH10R] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iastor_ICH8RICH9RICH10RDO] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. Save and exit the file.

  • Page 119: Chapter 5: Ati ® Crossfirex™ 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 P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 120: Installing Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    Installing CrossFireX™ graphics cards • Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. • We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment. • Install only the identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards that are ATI -certified.
  • Page 121 Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo...

  • Page 122: Software Information

    Software information 5.3.1 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. • Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX™ ® technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). •...
  • Page 123 From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. Select Enable CrossFireX. From the list, select the appropriate GPU combination to apply the CrossFireX technology. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. ASUS P5Q PRO Turbo...
  • Page 124 Chapter 5: ATI CrossFireX™ technology support ®...

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