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Asus P5Q SE R User Manual

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5
Software
support
This chapter describes the contents of
the support DVD that comes with the
motherboard package.

Table of Contents

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Asus P5Q SE R Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 775
ChipsetIntel P45
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory16 GB
Memory StandardDDR2 1200/1066/800/667
PCI Express x161
PCI Express x12
PCI Slots3
SATA 3Gb/s6
SATA RAID0, 1, 5, 10
USB Ports12
Audio8-Channel
Max. LAN Speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
PS/21

Summary

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Introduction to the ASUS P5Q SE/R motherboard and its features.

1.2 Package contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for user verification.

1.3 Special features

Highlights key technologies, unique features, and overclocking capabilities.

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed

Precautions and safety guidelines before handling motherboard components.

2.2 Motherboard overview

Explains the physical layout, placement direction, and screw hole locations.

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Details the LGA775 socket, CPU installation, and heatsink mounting.

2.4 System memory

Covers DDR2 DIMM sockets, memory configurations, and installation.

2.5 Expansion slots

Describes PCI, PCI Express x1, and PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots.

2.6 Jumpers

Explains the function and configuration of motherboard jumpers like CLRTC.

2.7 Connectors

Details rear panel and internal connectors for peripherals and components.

Chapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the first time

Guides initial system power-on, POST checks, and BIOS access.

3.2 Turning off the computer

Explains methods for safely shutting down the system via OS or power switch.

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

Covers utilities like ASUS Update, EZ Flash, AFUDOS for BIOS management.

4.2 BIOS setup program

Introduces the BIOS setup utility, navigation keys, and screen elements.

4.3 Main menu

Provides an overview of basic system information displayed in the BIOS.

4.4 Ai Tweaker menu

Details settings for CPU overclocking, memory, and frequency adjustments.

4.5 Advanced menu

Covers advanced settings for CPU, chipset, onboard devices, and USB.

4.6 Power menu

Configures system power management features like Suspend Mode and APM.

4.7 Boot menu

Manages boot device priority, boot settings, and security configurations.

4.8 Tools menu

Provides access to special BIOS utilities like EZ Flash and O.C. Profile.

4.9 Exit menu

Options for saving/discarding BIOS changes and loading default settings.

Chapter 5: Software support

5.1 Installing an operating system

Guidelines for installing Windows XP/Vista OS on the motherboard.

5.2 Support DVD information

Details the drivers, applications, and utilities on the motherboard support DVD.

5.3 Software information

Describes bundled ASUS utilities like MyLogo2, PC Probe II, and AI Suite.

5.4 RAID configurations

Explains RAID definitions (0, 1, 5, 10) and Intel Matrix Storage.

5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk

Instructions for creating RAID driver disks for OS installation.

Appendix: CPU features

A.1 Intel® EM64T

Information on Intel's 64-bit extension technology for enhanced OS support.

A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)

Details CPU power management and performance scaling features.

A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

Explains how Hyper-Threading improves CPU multitasking capabilities.

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