Asus P5Q SE R User Manual

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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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Asus P5Q SE R Specifications

General

Socket	LGA 775
Chipset	Intel P45
Form Factor	ATX
Memory Slots	4
Maximum Memory	16 GB
Memory Standard	DDR2 1200/1066/800/667
PCI Express x16	1
PCI Express x1	2
PCI Slots	3
SATA 3Gb/s	6
SATA RAID	0, 1, 5, 10
USB Ports	12
Audio	8-Channel
Max. LAN Speed	10/100/1000 Mbit/s
PS/2	1

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.