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First Edition V1
August 2009
Copyright 2009 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Notices .......................................................................................................... v
Safety information ...................................................................................... vi
Safety information ..................................................................................... vii
P5G41-M EVO specifcations summary .................................................. viii
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 1-2
1.2.1 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 1-2
1.2.2 Layout contents ............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 1-3
1.4 System memory ........................................................................... 1-3
1.4.1 Overview ......................................................................... 1-3
1.4.2 Memory confgurations .................................................... 1-4
1.5 Expansion slots ............................................................................ 1-7
1.5.1 Installing an expansion card ........................................... 1-7
1.5.2 Confguring an expansion card ....................................... 1-8
1.5.3 PCI slots .......................................................................... 1-8
1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot ....................................................... 1-8
1.6 Jumpers ........................................................................................ 1-8
1.7 Connectors ................................................................................. 1-10
1.7.1 Rear panel ports ........................................................... 1-10
1.7.2 Internal connectors ........................................................1-11
1.8 Software support ........................................................................ 1-18
1.8.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-18
1.8.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-18
Chapter 1: BIOS information
2.1 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
2.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 2-4
2.3 Main menu .................................................................................... 2-4
Contents
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2.3.1 System Time .................................................................. 2-5
2.3.2 System Date .................................................................. 2-5
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A .......................................................... 2-5
2.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave and SATA 1-4................................ 2-5
2.3.6 System Information ......................................................... 2-6
2.3.5 Storage Confguration ..................................................... 2-6
2.4 Advanced menu ........................................................................... 2-7
2.4.1 CPU Confguration .......................................................... 2-7
2.4.2 Chipset ............................................................................ 2-8
2.4.3 Onboard Devices Confguration ...................................... 2-9
2.4.4 USB Confguration .......................................................... 2-9
2.4.5 PCI PnP ........................................................................ 2-10
2.5 Power menu ................................................................................ 2-11
2.5.1 Suspend Mode ..............................................................2-11
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support ...........................................................2-11
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support .......................................................2-11
2.5.4 APM Confguration .........................................................2-11
2.5.5 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 2-12
2.6 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-13
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 2-13
2.6.2 Boot Settings Confguration .......................................... 2-13
2.6.3 Security ......................................................................... 2-14
2.7 Tools menu ................................................................................. 2-15
2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 .......................................................... 2-15
2.7.2 AI NET 2........................................................................ 2-15
2.8 Exit menu .................................................................................... 2-16
Contents
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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 manufacturers 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 modifcations to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority
to operate this equipment.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
REACH
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 mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
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Operation safety
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
This motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between
5 (14) and 40 (104).
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualifed service
technician or your retailer.
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.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fx it by yourself. Contact a qualifed service
technician or your retailer.
The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may not be included in your
motherboard) and is defned as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
Never dispose of the battery in fre. It could explode and release harmful substances into
the environment.
Never dispose of the battery with your regular household waste. Take it to a hazardous
material collection point.
Never replace the battery with an incorrect battery type.
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY-RELATED
INSTRUCTIONS.
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Where to fnd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty fyers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
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.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
Typography
Bol d t ext Indicates a menu or an item to select. Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>
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.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are
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CPU LGA775 Socket for Intel

Core2 Extreme /Core2 Quad / Core2 Extreme /Core2 Quad / Core2 Quad /
Core2 Duo / Pentium

dual-core / Celeron

dual-core /
Celeron

processors
Supports Intel

45nm multi-core CPU

Intel

Hyper-Threading Technology ready

Support Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
* Ensure that you use a supported CPU, otherwise the system
will show a warning message and automatically shutdown.
Chipset Northbridge: Intel

G41
Southbridge: Intel

ICH7
System bus 1333/1066/800MHz
Memory Dual-channel memory architecture
- 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non-ECC
DDR2 800/667MHz memory modules
- Supports up to 8GB system memory
** When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more,
Windows

32-bit operating system may only recognize less

than 3GB. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system
memory if you are using a Windows

32-bit OS.
Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot
3 x PCI slots
Support PCIe 1.1 Architecture
Storage Southbridge Intel

ICH7 supports:
4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x UltraDMA 100/66 connector
LAN Realtek

8112L PCIe Gb LAN controller

Audio VT1708S High Defnition Audio 6-channel CODEC
Supports Multi-Streaming
USB 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back
panel)
ASUS Special
features
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash2
ASUS AI NET2
ASUS MyLogo 2
ASUS Q-Fan
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 VGA port
1 x DVI port
1 x HDMI port
1 x COM port
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P5G41-M EVO specifcations summary
Internal connectors 1 x High Defnition front panel audio connector
1 x S/PDIF out connector
1 x System panel connector
2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Chassis fan connector
1 x CD audio-in connector
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
4 x SATA connectors
1 x COM connector
1 x IDE connector
1 x LPT connector
1 x Floppy connector
1 x Chassis intrusion connector
1 x IEEE1394a connector
BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS
v2.5, ACPI v2.0a
Manageability WOL, PXE, WOR by Ring, PME Wake Up
Accessories 1 x UltraDMA 100/66 cable
2 x Serial ATA cables
1 x 1394 cable
1 x Printer port cable
1 x I/O shield
User Manual
Support DVD Drivers
ASUS Update
ASUS PC Probe II
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.4 cm x 24.4cm)
*Specifcations are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter 1
Product introduction
Thank you for buying an ASUS

P5G41-M EVO motherboard!

Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in
your motherboard package. Refer to page ix for the list of accessories.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.1 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to
static electricity
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the
bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, switch off the ATX power supply and
detach its power cord. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,
peripherals, or components.
Onboard LED
This motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system
is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you must 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.
P5G41-M EVO
SB_PWR
ON
Standby Power Powered Off
OFF
P5G41-M EVO Onboard LED
ASUS P5G41-M EVO 1-1
1.2 Motherboard overview
1.2.1 Motherboard layout
Place eight 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.
Ensure that you install the motherboard into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge
with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis.
1.2.2 Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED
1. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 1-9 11. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1) 1-17
2. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, USBPW5-8) 1-9 12. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 1-12
3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin
ATX12V)
1-14 13. Onboard LED 1-1
4. CPU and Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,
3-pin CHA_FAN)
1-11 14. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 1-13
5. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 1-13 15. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) 1-17
6. Intel CPU socket 1-3 16 Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 1-17
7. DDR2 DIMM sockets 1-3 17. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-15
8. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-4) 1-12 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-16
9. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 1-15 19. Optical drive audio in connector (4-pin CD) 1-14
10. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-8 20. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 1-16
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis.
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4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 1-12
7. 1-13
9. 1-14
10. 1-15
11. 1-15
12. 1-16
13. 1-16
14. 1-16
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel

Core
2 Quad / Core2 Exreme / Core2 Duo / Pentium

dual-core / Celeron

dual-core /
Celeron

processors.
1.4 System memory
1.4.1 Overview
This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Module
(DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 DIMM 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. The fgure illustrates the location of
the DDR2 DIMM sockets:
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Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the
socket contacts are not bent. 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.
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP
cap.
This motherboard supports Intel

Hyper-Threading Technology and Enhanced Intel

SpeedStep

Technology (EIST).
ASUS P5G41-M EVO 1-3
1.4.2 Memory confgurations
You may install a 512MB, 1GB, and 2GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR2 DIMM into the DIMM
socket.
You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps
the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel confguration. Any excess
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
For dual-channel confguration, you can:
- install two identical DIMMs in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1; or
- install four identical DIMMs in all four slots; or
- install one identical DIMM pair in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 (yellow slots) and
another identical DIMM pair in DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 (black slots).
Due to the memory address limitation on the 32-bit Windows

OS, when you install

4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be
about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do either of the
following:
- Install a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows

OS.
- Use a 64-bit Windows

OS if you want to install 4GB or more memory on the

motherboard.
This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabits (Mb) chips or less.
This motherboard supports up to 8GB on Windows indows

XP Professional x64 and Windows

Vista x64 editions. You may install a maximum of 2GB DIMMs on each slot. . You may install a maximum of 2GB DIMMs on each slot.
The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
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 effcient cooling system to support a full memory load (4
DIMMs) or overclocking conditions.
P5G41-M EVO Motherboard Qualifed Vendors List (QVL)
DDR2-800MHz capability
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/
DS
Chip
Brand
Chip No.
Timing
DIMM
(BIOS)
Voltage
DIMM
Support
A* B* C*
A-Data AD2800E001G0U 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 4-4-4-12 2.0~2.1V
A-Data M2GVD6G314170Q1E58 1024MB DS VDATA VD29608A8A-25EG80813
A-Data AD2800002GMU 2048MB DS Hynix Heat-Sink Package
A-Data AD2800E002GOU 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 4-4-4-12 1.9~2.1V
Apacer 78.01GA0.9L5 1024MB SS Apacer AM4B5808FEWS8E0909C 5
Apacer 78.A1GA0.9L4 2048MB DS Apacer AM4B5808FEWS8E0909C 5
Corsair CM2X1024-6400 1024MB DS Corsair Heat-Sink Package
Corsair XMS2-6400 1024MB DS Corsair Heat-Sink Package 4
Corsair XMS2-6400 1024MB DS Corsair Heat-Sink Package 5
Corsair CM2X2048-6400C5DHX 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5
Corsair CM2X2048-6400C5 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5
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Vendor Part No. Size
SS/
DS
Chip
Brand
Chip No.
Timing
DIMM
(BIOS)
Voltage
DIMM
Support
A* B* C*
Crucial BL12864AL80A.8FE5(EPP) 2048MB(kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 4-4-4-12
Crucial CT25664AA800.16FG 2048MB DS Micron 8ZG27 D9JWB 6-6-6-12
Crucial BL25664AL80A.16FE5(EPP) 4096MB(kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 4-4-4-12
Crucial BL25664AR80A.16FE5(EPP) 4096MB(kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 4-4-4-12
G.SKILL F2-6400CL5D-1GBNQ 512MB SS G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package
SN:8151030036642
5-5-5-15
G.SkiLL F2-6400PHU2-2GBNR 1024MB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 1.9-2.0V
G.SKILL F2-6400CL4D-2GBPK 1024MB DS G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package 4
G.SKILL F2-6400CL5D-2GBNQ 1024MB DS G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package 5
G.SKILL F2-6400CL4D-4GBPK 2048MB DS G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package 4
G.SKILL F2-6400CL5D-4GBPQ 2048MB DS G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package 5
G.SkiLL F2-6400CL6D-4GBMQ 4096MB(Kit
of 2 )
DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 6-6-6-18 1.8-1.9V
G.SKILL F2-6400CL6Q-16GMQ 4096MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5
GEIL GB22GB6400C4DC 1024MB DS GEIL GL2L64M088BA30EB 5
GEIL GB22GB6400C5DC 1024MB DS GEIL GL2L64M088BA30EB 5
GEIL GB24GB6400C4QC 1024MB DS GEIL GL2L64M088BA30EB 4
GEIL GB24GB6400C5QC 1024MB DS GEIL GL2L64M088BA30EB 5
GEIL GE22GB800C4DC 1024MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 4
GEIL GE22GB800C5DC 1024MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
GEIL GE24GB800C4QC 1024MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 4
GEIL GE24GB800C5QC 1024MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
GEIL GX22GB6400DC 1024MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5 1.8V
GEIL GX22GB6400UDC 1024MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 4
GEIL GB24GB6400C4DC 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
GEIL GB24GB6400C5DC 2048MB DS GEIL GL2L128M88BA25AB 5
GEIL GB28GB6400C4QC 2048MB DS GEIL GL2L128M88BA25AB 4
GEIL GB28GB6400C5QC 2048MB DS GEIL GL2L128M88BA25AB 5
GEIL GE24GB800C4DC 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 4
GEIL GE24GB800C5DC 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
GEIL GE28GB800C4QC 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 4
GEIL GE28GB800C5QC 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
GEIL GX22GB6400C4USC 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 4
GEIL GX22GB6400LX 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
GEIL GX24GB6400DC 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
Kingmax KLDD48F-B8KU5 NGES 1024MB SS Kingmax KKB8FNUBF-DNX-25A
Kingston KVR800D2N5/ 512(low profle) 512MB SS ELPIDA E5108AJBG-8E-E 1.8V
Kingston KVR800D2N6/ 512 512MB SS Elpida E5108AJBG-8E-E 6
Kingston KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN 1024M(Kit of 2) SS Kingston Heat-Sink Package 4-4-4-12 2.0V
Kingston KVR800D2N5/1G(low profle) 1024MB SS Elpida E1108AEBG-8E-F 5 1.8V
Kingston KVR800D2N6/1G(low profle) 1024MB SS Samsung K4T1G084QE 6 1.8V
Kingston KHX6400D2K2/2G 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 2.0V
Kingston KVR800D2N5/2G(low profle) 2048MB DS Kingston D1288TEFCGL25U 5 1.8V
Kingston KVR800D2N6/2G(low profle) 2048MB DS Samsung K4T1G084QE 6 1.8V
Kingston KVR800D2N6/4G 4096MB DS Elpida E2108ABSE-8G-E 6 1.8V
Micron MT16HTF25664AY-800G1 2048MB DS Micron 8ZG27 D9JWB 6-6-6-12
OCZ OCZ2G800R22GK 1024MB DS OCZ Heat-Sink Package 4-5-
5-15
2.0V
OCZ OCZ2P800R22GK 1024MB DS OCZ Heat-Sink Package 4-4-4-15 1.9
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DDR2-800MHz capability
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Vendor Part No. Size
SS/
DS
Chip
Brand
Chip No.
Timing
DIMM
(BIOS)
Voltage
DIMM
Support
A* B* C*
OCZ OCZ2RPR8002GK 1024MB DS OCZ Heat-Sink Package 4-4-4-15 2.1V
OCZ OCZ2SE8002GK 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 1.8V
OCZ OCZ2F8004GK(EPP) 2048MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5-4-4-18 2.1V
OCZ OCZ2P8004GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5-4-4-15 2.1v
OCZ OCZ2VU8004GK 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 5-6-6-18 1.8V
PSC AL7E8F73C-8E1 1024MB SS PSC A3R1GE3CFF734MAA0E 5
PSC AL7E8G73F-8E1 1024MB SS PSC P3R1GE3FGF850MAC19
PSC AL8E8F73C-8E1 2048MB DS PSC A3R1GE3CFF734MAA0E 5
PSC AL8E8G73F-8E1 2048MB DS PSC P3R1GE3FGF850MAC19
PSC PL8E8F73C-8E1 2048MB DS PSC SHG772-AA3G 5
PSC PL8E8G73E-8E1 2048MB DS PSC XCP271A3G-A 5
SAMSUNG M378T6553GZS-CF7 512MB SS Qimonda K4T51083QG-HCF7 6
SAMSUNG M378T2863EHS-CF7 1024MB SS Samsung K4T1G084QE
SAMSUNG M378T2863QZS-CF7 1024MB SS Qimonda K4T1G084QQ-HCF7 6
SAMSUNG M378T2953GZ3-CF7 1024MB DS Samsung K4T51083QG
SAMSUNG M378T2953GZ3-CF7 1024MB DS Samsung K4T51083QG-HCF7 6
SAMSUNG M37875663QZ3-CF7 2048MB DS Samsung K4T1G084QQ-HCF7 6
SAMSUNG M378T5263AZ3-CF7 4096MB DS Samsung K4T2G084QA-HCF7
Super
Talent
T800UB1GC4 1024MB DS Super
Talent
Heat-Sink Package 4 1.8V
Transcend TS64MLQ64V8J 512MB SS Micron 7HD22 D9GMH 5
Transcend JM800QLU-1G 1024MB SS Transced TQ1243PCF8 5
Transcend TS128MLQ64V8U 1024MB SS ELPIDA E1108ACBG-8E-E 5
Transcend JM800QLJ-1G 1024MB DS Transced TQ123PJF8F0801 5
Transcend JM800QLJ-1G 1024MB DS Transcend TQ123YBF8 T0747 5
Transcend TS128MLQ64V8J 1024MB DS Mircon 7HD22D9GMH 5
Transcend JM800QLU-2G 2048MB DS Transced TQ243PCF8 5
Transcend TS256MLQ64V8U 2048MB DS Elpida E1108ACBG-8E-E 5
Vendor Part No. Size
SS/
DS
Chip Brand Chip No.
Timing
DIMM
(BIOS)
Voltage
DIMM Support
A* B* C*
A-Data M2OAD5H3J4170I1C53 2048MB DS ADATA AD20908A8A-3EG 30724
Apacer 78.91G92.9K5 512MB SS Apacer AM4B5708JQJS7E0751C 5
Apacer AU 512E667C5KBGC 512MB SS Apacer AM4B5708GQJS7E06332F 5
Apacer AU 512E667C5KBGC 512MB SS Apacer AM4B5708MIJS7E0627B 5
Apacer 78.01G9O.9K5 1024MB SS Apacer AM4B5808CQJS7E0751C 5
Apacer AU01GE667C5KBGC 1024MB DS Apacer AM4B5708GQJS7E0636B
Apacer AU01GE667C5KBGC 1024MB DS Apacer AM4B5708MIJS7E0627B 5
Apacer 78.A1G9O.9K4 2048MB DS Apacer AM4B5808CQJS7E0749B 5
Corsair VS1GB667D2 1024MB DS Corsair MID095D62864M8CEC
Corsair XMS2-5400 1024MB DS Corsair Heat-Sink Package 4
G.SKILL F2-5400PHU2-2GBNT 2048MB(Kit of 2) DS G.SKILL D2 64M8CCF 0815 C7173S 5-5-5-15
G.SKILL F2-5300CL5D-4GBMQ 4096MB(Kit of 2) DS G.SKILL Heat-Sink Package
SN:8151030036559
5-5-5-15
GEIL GX21GB5300SX 1024MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 3
GEIL GX22GB5300LX 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
DDR2-800MHz capability
DDR2-667MHz capability
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Vendor Part No. Size
SS/
DS
Chip Brand Chip No.
Timing
DIMM
(BIOS)
Voltage
DIMM Support
A* B* C*
GEIL GX24GB5300LDC 2048MB DS GEIL Heat-Sink Package 5
Kingston KVR667D2N5/ 512(low
profle modules)
512MB SS Elpida E5108AJBG-6E-E 5 1.8V
Kingston KVR667D2N5/1G(low
profle modules)
1024MB SS Elpida E1108AEBG-8E-F 1.8V
Kingston KVR667D2N5/1G(low
profle modules)
1024MB DS Elpida E5108AJBG-8E-E 5 1.8V
Kingston KVR667D2N5/2G(low
profle modules)
2048MB DS Elpida E1108ACBG-8E-E 5 1.8V
Micron MT8HTF12864AY-667E1 1024MB SS Micron D9HNL 7ZE17 5
PSC AL6E8E63J-6E1 512MB SS PSC A3R12E3JFF717B9A00 5
PSC AL7E8F73C-6E1 1024MB SS PSC A3R1GE3CFF734MAA0J 5
PSC AL6E8E63J-6E1 1024MB DS PSC A3R12E3JFF717B9A01 5
PSC AL8E8F73C-6E1 2048MB DS PSC A3R1GE3CFF733MAA00 5
SAMSUNG M378T5263AZ3-CE6 4096MB DS Samsung K4T2G084QA-HCE6
Super Talent T667UB1GV 1024MB DS Super Talent PG 64M8-800 0750 5 1.8V
Transcend JM667QLU-1G 1024MB SS Transced TQ243PCF8T0838 5
Transcend JM667QLJ-1G 1024MB DS Elpida E5108AJBG-6E-E 5
Transcend JM667QLU-2G 2048MB DS Transced TQ243PCF8T0834 5
Twinmos 8D-A3JK5MPETP 512MB SS PSC A3R12E3GEF633ACAOY 5
DDR2-667MHz capability
SS - Single-sided / DS - Double - sided
DIMM support:
A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory confguration.
B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow or black slots as one
pair of Dual-channel memory confguration.
C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of
Dual-channel memory confguration.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.
1.5 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.
Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may
cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.5.1 Installing an expansion card
To install an expansion card:
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that comes with it and
make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the chassis cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press frmly until the card is completely
seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw.
6. Replace the chassis cover.
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When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support Share IRQ or that
the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise, conficts will arise between the two PCI
groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.
1.5.3 PCI slots
The PCI slots support cards such as LAN cards, SCSI cards, USB cards, and other cards
that comply with the PCI specifcations.
1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot
This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with the PCI
Express specifcations.
1.5.2 Confguring an expansion card
After installing the expansion card, confgure it by adjusting the software settings.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for
information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
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.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter
data.
1.6 Jumpers
1. 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.
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO Clear RTC RAM
1 2 2 3
Normal
(Default)
Clear RTC
CLRTC
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default
position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
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2. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)
This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. When you
set this jumper to pins 23 (+5VSB), you can wake up the computer by pressing a key
on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar)s. This feature requires an ATX power
supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in
the BIOS.
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO Keyboard Power Setting
2 1 2 3
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
KBPWR
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again
to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For
system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut
down and cut off the AC power, then reboot the system, the BIOS automatically resets
parameter settings to default values.
3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, USBPW5-8)
Set the jumper to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped,
DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB
devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU,
DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode).
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO USB Device Wake Up
2 1 2 3
+5V
(Default)
+5VSB
USBPW5-8
2
1
2
3
+5V +5VSB
(Default)
USBPW1-4
The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on
the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise, the system would not power up.
The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB)
whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.
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1.7 Connectors
1.7.1 Rear panel ports
1. PS/2 Mouse port. This port is for a PS/2 mouse.
2. COM port. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices.
3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.
4. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indicators.
11
4
8 9
12
1 2 5 6
7
3
10
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
LAN port LED indications
LAN port
SPEED
LED
ACT/LINK
LED
5. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other
audio sources.
6. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel
and 6-channel confgurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
7. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.
Refer to the audio confguration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or
6-channel confguration.
Audio 2, 4, 6-channel confguration
Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel
Light Blue Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Bass/Center
8. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to
USB 2.0/1.1 devices.
9. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to
USB 2.0/1.1 devices.
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Dual display output support
This table indicates that whether the following dual display outputs are supported for
your motherboard:

Dual display outputs Supported Not supported
DVI + D-Sub
DVI + HDMI
HDMI + D-Sub
During POST, only the monitor connected to the D-Sub port has display. The dual
display function works only under Windows.
12. PS/2 Keyboard port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
1. CPU and Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)
The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total
of 1 A ~ 7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the
motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of
the connector.
DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insuffcient air fow inside
the system may damage the motherboard components. They are not jumpers! DO NOT
place jumper caps on the fan connectors.
CPU_FAN
G
N
D
C
P
U

F
A
N

P
W
R
C
P
U

F
A
N

I
N
C
P
U

F
A
N

P
W
M
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO fan connectors
GND
+12V
Rotation
CHA_FAN
Only the 4-pin CPU fan connector supports the ASUS Q-FAN feature.
10. DVI port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D cant be converted to
output RGB Signal to CRT and isnt compatible with DVI-I.
11. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Defnition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector,
and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray and other protected
content.
1.7.2 Internal connectors
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2. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-4)
These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk
and optical disk drives. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is backward compatible with Serial ATA
1.5Gb/s specifcation. The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA 3Gb/s is faster than the
standard parallel ATA with 133MB/s (Ultra DMA133).
Install the Windows

XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA.

GND
RSATA_TXP4
RSATA_TXN4
GND
RSATA_RXP4
RSATA_RXN4
GND
SATA4
GND
RSATA_TXP3
RSATA_TXN3
GND
RSATA_RXP3
RSATA_RXN3
GND
SATA3
GND
RSATA_TXP2
RSATA_TXN2
GND
RSATA_RXP2
RSATA_RXN2
GND
SATA2
GND
RSATA_TXP1
RSATA_TXN1
GND
RSATA_RXP1
RSATA_RXN1
GND
SATA1
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO SATA connectors
3. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE)
The onboard IDE connector is for Ultra DMA 100/66/33 signal cable. There are
three connectors on each Ultra DMA 100 / 66 / 33 signal cable: blue, black, and gray.
Connect the blue connector to the motherboards IDE connector, then select one of the
following modes to confgure your devices:
Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s) Cable connector
Single device Cable-Select or Master - Black
Two devices
Cable-Select
Master Black
Slave Gray
Master Master
Black or gray
Slave Slave
Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA
cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable.
Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 100/66/33 IDE devices.
If any device jumper is set as Cable-Select, ensure that all other device jumpers have the
same setting.
PRI_IDE
NOTE:Orient the red markings
on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1.
PIN1
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P5G41-M EVO IDE connector
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4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of
these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system
chassis. These USB connectors comply with the USB 2.0 specifcation that supports up
to 480Mbps connection speed.
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the
motherboard!
The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO USB2.0 connectors
PIN 1
U
S
B
+
5
V
U
S
B
_
P
6
-
U
S
B
_
P
6
+
G
N
D
N
C
U
S
B
+
5
V
U
S
B
_
P
5
-
U
S
B
_
P
5
+
G
N
D
USB56
PIN 1
U
S
B
+
5
V
U
S
B
_
P
8
-
U
S
B
_
P
8
+
G
N
D
N
C
U
S
B
+
5
V
U
S
B
_
P
7
-
U
S
B
_
P
7
+
G
N
D
USB78
5. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1)
The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the
connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately.
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO Serial port (COM1) connector
PIN 1
COM1
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6. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)
These connectors are for an ATX power supply. The plugs from the power supply are
designed to ft these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and
push down frmly until the connectors completely ft.
We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specifcation 2.0-compliant power supply unit
(PSU) with a minimum of 300W power rating. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power
plugs.
If you intend to use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, make sure that the 20-pin
power plug can provide at least 15 A on +12 V and that the PSU has a minimum power
rating of 300 W. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is
inadequate.
DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will
not boot up.
We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when confguring a
system with more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional
devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is
inadequate.
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.
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO ATX power connectors
EATXPWR
PIN 1
GND
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
+5 Volts
-5 Volts
GND
GND
GND
PSON#
GND
-12 Volts
+3 Volts

+3 Volts
+12 Volts
+12 Volts
+5V Standby
Power OK
GND
+5 Volts
GND
+5 Volts
GND
+3 Volts
+3 Volts

ATX12V
PIN 1
+
1
2
V

D
C
+
1
2
V

D
C
G
N
D
G
N
D
7. Optical drive audio in connector (4-pin CD)
This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a
CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card.
CD
R
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h
t

A
u
d
i
o

C
h
a
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n
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P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO Internal audio connector
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8. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_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.
Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDLED)
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable
to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or fashes when data is read from or written to
the HDD.
Power/Soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN)
This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns
the system ON or puts the system in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the
BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system
is ON turns the system OFF.
Reset button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
P5G41-M EVO
PIN 1
PWR BTN
P
L
E
D
+
P
L
E
D
-
P
W
R
G
N
D
I
D
E
_
L
E
D
+
I
D
E
_
L
E
D
-
G
r
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n
d
R
e
s
e
t
F_PANEL
PWR LED
HD_LED RESET
P5G41-M EVO System panel connector
9. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
SPDIF_OUT
+
5
V
S
P
D
I
F
O
U
T
G
N
D
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO Digital audio connector
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
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10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports
either High Defnition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front
panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
P5G41-M EVO
P5G41-M EVO Analog front panel connector
AAFP
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compliant definition
If you want to connect a high-defnition front panel audio module to this connector, ensure
that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is set to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect an
AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. See page 2-8 for
details.
11. 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. The chassis
intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis
component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion
event.
By default, the pins 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.
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P5G41-M EVO Chassis intrusion connector
GND
Chassis Signal
+5VSB_MB
CHASSIS
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12. IEEE 1394a connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1)
This port is for an IEEE1394a port. Connect the IEEE1394a module cable to this
connecter, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
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P5G41-M EVO IEEE 1394a Connector
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13. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)
This connector is for the provided foppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end
of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the
back of the foppy disk drive.
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FLOPPY
NOTE:Orient the red markings
on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
PIN1
P5G41-M EVO Floppy disk drive connector
Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD
cable with a covered Pin 5.
14. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT)
The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as a printer. LPT
standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible
computers.
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P5G41-M EVO Parallel Port Connector
LPT
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Click an item to install
Click an icon to
display Support DVD/
motherboard information
If the Autorun function is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the
Support DVD to locate the fle ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click
ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.
1.8 Software support
1.8.1 Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows

XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Always install the

latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.
Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for
detailed information.
Ensure that you install Windows

XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows

Vista
Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and
system stability.
1.8.2 Support DVD information
The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains drivers, software
applications, and utilities that you can install to get all motherboard features.
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 into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers
menu if the Autorun function is enabled on your computer.
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Chapter 2
BIOS information
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS fle to a USB fash disk in case you need to
restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update
utility.
This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
Updating the BIOS
To update the BIOS:
1. From the Windows

desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate >
ASUSUpdate to launch the ASUS Update utility.
2. From the dropdown list, select Update BIOS from a fle, then click Next.
3. Locate the BIOS fle from the Open window, then click Open.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process.
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.
Installing ASUS Update
To install ASUS Update:
1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears.
2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
Quit all Windows

applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS
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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:
1. Insert the USB fash disk that contains the latest BIOS fle to the USB port, then launch
EZ Flash 2 in any of these two ways:
Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST.
Enter the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and
press <Enter> to enable it.
Press <Tab> to switch between drives until the correct BIOS fle is found.
ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36
Current ROM
Update ROM
A:
Note
FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005
PATH: A:\
BOARD: P5G41-M-EVO
VER: 0203
DATE: 07/10/2009
BOARD: Unknown
VER: Unknown
DATE: Unknown
[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info
[Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [ESC] Exit
2. When the correct BIOS fle is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process
and automatically reboots the system when done.
Only a USB fash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS
EZ Flash 2 utility.
Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot
failure!
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2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS fle
when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS
fle using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated
BIOS fle.
The BIOS fle in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest
BIOS fle from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
The removable device that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard
models. For motherboards without the foppy connector, prepare a USB fash disk before
using this utility.
Recovering the BIOS
To recover the BIOS:
1. Turn on the system.
2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that contains the
BIOS fle to the USB port or to the foppy disk drive, if supported.
3. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS fle. When found, the utility
reads the BIOS fle and starts fashing the corrupted BIOS fle.
4. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on again.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause
system boot failure!
Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select
the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.8 Exit Menu for
details.
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2.2 BIOS setup program
Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or confgure its parameters. The BIOS
screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup
program.
Entering BIOS Setup at startup
To enter BIOS Setup at startup:
Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>,
POST continues with its routines.
Entering BIOS Setup after POST
To enter BIOS Setup after POST:
Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> simultaneously.
Press the reset button on the system chassis.
Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you
failed to enter BIOS Setup using the frst two options.
Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force
reset from a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We
recommend to always shut down the system properly from the operating system.
The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure
optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS
settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the
Load Setups Default item under the Exit Menu. See section 2.8 Exit Menu.
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 fle for this
motherboard.
2.3 Main menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an
overview of the basic system information.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Field
Tab Select Field
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
System Time [00:31:48]
System Date [Tue 07/14/2009]
Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Primary IDE Master :[Not Detected]
Primary IDE Slave :[Not Detected]
SATA 1 :[Not Detected]
SATA 2 :[Not Detected]
SATA 3 :[Not Detected]
SATA 4 :[Not Detected]
Storage Confguration
System Information
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a feld.
Use [+] or [-] to
confgure system time.
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2.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx]
Allows you to set the system time.
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]
Allows you to set the system date.
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.]
Sets the type of foppy drive installed. Confguration options: [Disabled] [360K, 5.25 in.] [1.2M
, 5.25 in.] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [2.88M, 3.5 in.]
2.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave and SATA 1-4
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE/SATA devices.
There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE/SATA device. Select a device item then press
<Enter> to display the IDE/SATA device information.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size,
LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and SMART Monitoring). These
values are not user-confgurable. These items show Not Detected if no IDE/ Serial ATA
device is installed in the system.
Type [Auto]
Selects the type of IDE drive. Setting to [Auto] allows automatic selection of the appropriate
IDE device type. Select [CDROM] if you are specifcally confguring a CD-ROM drive. Select
[ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive.
Confguration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD]
This item does not appear if you select SATA 1/2/3/4 devices.
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.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
Block (Multi-sector Transfer) M [Auto]
Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to [Auto], the data transfer from
and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer
feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector
at a time. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Auto]
PIO Mode [Auto]
Selects the PIO mode. Confguration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4]
DMA Mode [Auto]
Selects the DMA mode. Confguration options: [Auto]
SMART Monitoring [Auto]
Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
Confguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled]
Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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2.3.5 Storage Confguration
The items in this menu allow you to set or change the confgurations for the SATA devices
installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter> if you want to confgure the item.
ATA/IDE Confguration [Enhanced]
Allows you to set the ATA/IDE confguration. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Compatible]
[Enhanced]
2.3.6 System Information
This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifcations. The BIOS
automatically detects the items in this menu.
Bios Information
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
Processor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specifcation.
System Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory.
The following item appears only when you set the ATA/IDE Confguration item to
[Enhanced].
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]
Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices.
Confguration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35]
Enhanced Mode Support On [S-ATA]
Confguration options: [S-ATA+P-ATA] [S-ATA] [P-ATA]
The following item appears only when you set the ATA/IDE Confguration item to
[Compitable].
Legacy IDE Channels [PATA Pri, SATA Sec]
Confguration options: [SATA Only] [PATA Pri, SATA Sec] [PATA Only]
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2.4 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 feld
values can cause the system to malfunction.
CPU Confguration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Confguration
USB Confguration
PCIPnP
Adjust System
frequency/voltage.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
2.4.1 CPU Confguration
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically
detects.
Ratio CMOS Setting [Auto]
Sets the ratio between CPU core clock and the FSB frequency. Press <+> / <-> to adjust the
value. Confguration options: [Auto] [06.0] [07.0]
If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS, then the actual and set values may differ.
C1E Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable C1E Support. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled]
Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support
for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Intel

Virtualization Tech [Enabled]

Enables or disables Intel

Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel

Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications
in independent partitons. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple
virtual systems. Confguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
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. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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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 fag to always return to zero (0). Confguration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following item appears only when you installed an Intel

CPU that supports the

Enhanced Intel

SpeedStep

Technology (EIST).
Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled]
Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel

SpeedStep

Technology. When set to [Enabled], you

can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to use the EIST feature. Set
this item to [Disabled] if you do not want to use the EIST. Confguration options: [Enabled]
[Disabled]
2.4.2 Chipset
The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the submenu.
North Bridge Confguration
Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]
Allows you to enabled or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the
total physical memory. Enable this option only when you install 64-bit operating system.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Confgure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable confguring the DRAM Timing by SPD.
Confguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI]
Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.
Confguration options: [IGD] [PCI/IGD] [PCI/PEG] [PEG/IGD] [PEG/PCI]
IGD Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 32MB]
Sets the internal graphics mode.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 32MB] [Enabled, 64MB] [Enabled, 128]
DVMT Memory [256MB]
Aloows you to set the DVMT memory.
Confguration optioins: [128MB] [256MB] [Maximum DVMT]
South Bridge Confguration
Audio Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to set the audio controller. Confguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Front Panel Type [HD Audio]
Allows you to select the front panel support type. If High Defnition Audio Front Panel
used, please set HD Audio mode. Confguration options: [AC97] [HD Audio]
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1394 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the 1394 controller.
Confguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Onboard Gigabit LAN [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller.
Confguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN controller. This item
appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to Enabled. Confguration options:
[Disabled] [Enabled]
2.4.3 Onboard Devices Confguration
Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]
Serial Port1 Mode [Normal]
Allows you to select the Serial Port1 mode.
Confguration options: [Normal] [IrDA] [ASK IR]
Serial Port2 Address [2F8/IRQ3]
Allows you to select the Serial Port2 base address.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]
Serial Port2 Mode [Normal]
Allows you to select the Serial Port2 mode.
Confguration options: [Normal] [IrDA] [ASK IR]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]
Parallel Port Mode [Normal]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode.
Confguration options: [Normal] [EPP] [ECP] [EPP+ECP]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Confguration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. If no
USB device is detected, the item shows None.
2.4.4 USB Confguration
The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the confguration options.
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USB Functions [Enabled]
Allows you to disable or enable the USB functions. Confguration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable USB 2.0 controller.
Confguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]
Legacy USB Support [Auto]
Allows you to enable or disable support for Legacy USB storage devices, including USB fash
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. Confguration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled] [Auto]
USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]
Allows you to confgure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480Mbps) or Full Speed
(12Mbps). Confguration options: [FullSpeed] [HiSpeed]
The following items may only appear when a USB storage device is plugged.
USB Mass Storage Device Confguration
USB Mass Storage Reset Delay [20 Sec]
Allows you to set the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to
initialize. Confguration options: [10 Sec] [20 Sec] [30 Sec] [40 Sec]
Emulation Type [Auto]
Allows you to set the emulation type. Confguration options: [Auto] [Floppy] [Forced FDD]
[Hard Disk] [CDROM]
2.4.5 PCI PnP
The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.
The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA
devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices.
Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items. Incorrect feld values
can cause the system to malfunction.
Plug and Play O/S [No]
When set to [No], BIOS confgures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you
install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system confgures the Plug and Play
devices not required for boot. Confguration options: [No] [Yes]
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2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]
Allows you to select the Advanced Confguration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to be used
for system suspend. Confguration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto]
[S1(POS) Only] - Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Suspend) sleep
state. In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in a low power
mode. The system can be resumed at any time.
[S3 Only] - Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state
(default). In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be off and consumes less power
than in the S1 state. When signaled by a wake-up device or event, the system resumes
to its working state exactly where it was left off.
[Auto] - Detected by OS.
2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled]
Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Confguration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0
specifcations. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Confguration and Power Interface (ACPI)
support in the Application-Specifc Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI
APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Confguration options: [Disabled]
[Enabled]
2.5.4 APM Confguration
Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]
When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss. When set
to [Power On], the system goes on after an AC power loss. When set to [Last State], the
system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power
loss. Confguration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State]
Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled]
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. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.5 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 confguration options.
Suspend Mode [Auto]
ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled]
ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
APM Confguration
Hardware Monitor
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
Select the ACPI state
used for System
Suspend.
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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.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By PCI (E) Devices [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to wake the system through a PCI
Express/PCI card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on
the +5VSB lead. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Allows you to use specifc keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires
an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Confguration options:
[Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key]
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
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. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.5.5 Hardware Monitor
CPU Temperature [xxxC/xxxF] or [Ignored]
MB Temperature [xxxC/xxxF] or [Ignored]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and
CPU temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in
rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the feld shows
N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed.
Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the chassis fan speed in
rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the feld shows
N/A. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed.
CPU Over Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage [xxxV] or [Ignored]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard
voltage regulators.
CPU Q-Fan Function [Disabled]
Disables or enables the CPUs Q-Fan functions. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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2.6.1 Boot Device Priority
1st/2nd/3rd Boot Device
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. Confguration options: [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [Hard Drive]
[ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled]
2.6 Boot menu
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Boot Settings
Boot Device Priority
Boot Settings Confguration
Security
Specifes the Boot
Device Priority
sequence.
A virtual drive (Drive
B:) may appear when you
set the CD-ROM drive as
the frst boot device.
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Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo2

feature.
2.6.2 Boot Settings Confguration
Quick Boot [Enabled]
Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to
decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the
POST items. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]
This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Confguration
options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS]
Sets the display mode for option ROM. Confguration options: [Force BIOS]
[Keep Current]
Bootup Num-Lock [On]
Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock.
Confguration options: [Off] [On]
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:

Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears.
Press <F8> after POST.
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2.6.3 Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item
then press <Enter> to display the confguration options.
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. After you set a password, this item
shows Installed.
To set a Supervisor Password:
1. Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press <Enter>.
2. On the password box, key in a password containing up to six letters, or numbers, or
both, then press <Enter>.
3. Confrm the password when prompted.
The message Password Installed appears after you successfully set your password.
To change the supervisor password, follow the same steps in setting a supervisor password.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then press
<Enter> twice. 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 1.9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change
other security settings.
User Access Level [Full Access]
This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.
Confguration options: [No Access] [View Only] [Limited] [Full Access]
[No Access] - prevents user access to the Setup utility.
[View Only] - allows access but does not allow change to any feld.
[Limited] - allows changes only to selected felds, such as Date and Time.
[Full Access] - allows viewing and changing all the felds in the Setup utility.
Change User Password
Select this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the
screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed.
To set a User Password:
Wait For F1 If Error [Enabled]
When set to Enabled, the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs.
Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Hit DEL Message Display [Enabled]
When set to [Enabled], the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during
POST. Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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1. Select the Change User Password item and press <Enter>.
2. On the password box, key in a password containing up to six letters, or numbers, or
both, then press <Enter>.
3. Confrm the password when prompted.
The message Password Installed appears after you set your password successfully.
To change the user password, follow the same steps in setting a user password.
Clear User Password
Select this item to clear the user password.
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. Confguration options: [Setup] [Always]
2.7 Tools menu
The Tools menu items allow you to confgure options for special functions. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
AI NET 2
Press ENTER to run the
utility to select and
update BIOS.
This utility supports
1. FAT 12/16/32 (r/w)
2. NTFS (read only)
3. CD-DISC (read only)
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2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2
Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confrmation message
appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to
confrm your choice. Please see section 2.1.2 for details.
2.7.2 AI NET 2
Check Atheros LAN cable [Disabled]
Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test
(POST). Confguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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2.8 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.
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this
menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.
Exit & Save Changes
Once you are fnished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to
ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery
sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this
option, a confrmation window appears. Select OK to save changes and exit.
Exit & Discard Changes
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup
program. If you made changes to felds other than System Date, System Time, and
Password, the BIOS asks for a confrmation before exiting.
Discard Changes
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved
values. After selecting this option, a confrmation appears. Select OK to discard any changes
and load the previously saved values.
Load Setup Defaults
This option 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 confrmation 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.
Exit Options
Exit & Save Changes
Exit & Discard Changes
Discard Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Exit system setup
after saving the
cahnges.
F10 key can be used
for this operation.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit