Asus Computer Hardware P5GD2 User Manual

P5GD2  
Deluxe  
Contents  
Notices............................................................................................... vii  
Safety information ............................................................................ viii  
About this guide ................................................................................. ix  
How this guide is organized .................................................... ix  
Where to find more information .............................................. ix  
Conventions used in this guide ................................................ x  
Typography.......................................................................................... x  
P5GD2 Deluxe specifications summary ............................................... xi  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
Welcome!.............................................................................. 1-1  
Package contents ................................................................. 1-1  
Special features.................................................................... 1-2  
1.3.1  
1.3.2  
1.3.3  
Product highlights................................................... 1-2  
ASUS Proactive features ........................................ 1-5  
Innovative ASUS features ....................................... 1-6  
Chapter 2: Hardware information  
2.1  
2.2  
Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1  
Motherboard overview.......................................................... 2-2  
2.2.1  
2.2.2  
2.2.3  
2.2.4  
2.2.5  
Placement direction ................................................ 2-2  
Screw holes ............................................................ 2-2  
ASUS Stack Cool..................................................... 2-3  
Motherboard layout ................................................ 2-4  
Layout Contents..................................................... 2-5  
2.3  
2.4  
Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-7  
2.3.1  
2.3.2  
Installling the CPU ................................................... 2-7  
Installling the CPU heatsink and fan .....................2-10  
System memory .................................................................2-13  
2.4.1  
2.4.2  
2.4.3  
2.4.4  
Overview...............................................................2-13  
Memory Configurations.........................................2-13  
Installing a DIMM ...................................................2-15  
Removing a DIMM .................................................2-15  
2.5  
Expansion slots...................................................................2-16  
2.5.1  
2.5.2  
Installing an expansion card..................................2-16  
Configuring an expansion card..............................2-16  
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2.5.3  
2.5.4  
2.5.5  
2.5.6  
Interrupt assignments ..........................................2-17  
PCI slots................................................................2-18  
PCI Express x16 slot .............................................2-18  
PCI Express x1 slot ...............................................2-18  
2.6  
2.7  
Jumpers ..............................................................................2-19  
Connectors .........................................................................2-22  
2.7.1  
2.7.2  
Rear panel connectors ..........................................2-22  
Internal connectors...............................................2-24  
Chapter 3: Powering up  
3.1  
3.2  
Starting up for the first time................................................ 3-1  
Powering off the computer .................................................. 3-2  
3.2.1  
3.2.2  
Using the OS shut down function ........................... 3-2  
Using the dual function power switch .................... 3-2  
3.3  
ASUS POST Reporter.......................................................... 3-3  
3.3.1  
3.3.2  
Vocal POST messages ............................................ 3-3  
Winbond Voice Editor ............................................. 3-5  
Chapter 4: BIOS setup  
4.1  
Managing and updating your BIOS ........................................ 4-1  
4.1.1  
4.1.2  
4.1.3  
4.1.4  
4.1.5  
Creating a bootable floppy disk.............................. 4-1  
ASUS EZ Flash utility .............................................. 4-2  
AFUDOS utility ........................................................ 4-3  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility ................................ 4-5  
ASUS Update utility ................................................ 4-7  
4.2  
BIOS setup program ...........................................................4-10  
4.2.1  
4.2.2  
4.2.3  
4.2.4  
4.2.5  
4.2.6  
4.2.7  
4.2.8  
4.2.9  
BIOS menu screen.................................................4-11  
Menu bar...............................................................4-11  
Navigation keys ....................................................4-11  
Menu items ...........................................................4-12  
Sub-menu items ...................................................4-12  
Configuration fields ..............................................4-12  
Pop-up window .....................................................4-12  
Scroll bar ..............................................................4-12  
General help ..........................................................4-12  
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Contents  
4.3  
Main menu ..........................................................................4-13  
4.3.1  
4.3.2  
4.3.3  
4.3.4  
4.3.5  
4.3.6  
4.3.7  
System Time.........................................................4-13  
System Date .........................................................4-13  
Legacy Diskette A ................................................4-13  
Language ..............................................................4-13  
Primary, Third and Fourth IDE Master/Slave.........4-14  
IDE Configuration ..................................................4-15  
System Information ..............................................4-17  
4.4  
Advanced menu..................................................................4-18  
4.4.1  
4.4.2  
4.4.3  
4.4.4  
4.4.5  
4.4.6  
4.4.7  
4.4.8  
JumperFree Configuration ....................................4-18  
LAN Cable Status .................................................4-21  
USB Configuration.................................................4-22  
CPU Configuration.................................................4-23  
Chipset .................................................................4-24  
Onboard Devices Configuration ............................4-26  
PCI PnP .................................................................4-28  
Speech Configuration ...........................................4-29  
4.5  
Power menu........................................................................4-30  
4.5.1  
4.5.2  
4.5.3  
4.5.4  
4.5.5  
4.5.6  
Suspend Mode ......................................................4-30  
Repost Video on S3 Resume ................................4-30  
ACPI 2.0 Support..................................................4-30  
ACPI APIC Support ................................................4-30  
APM Configuration ................................................4-31  
Hardware Monitor .................................................4-33  
4.6  
4.7  
Boot menu ..........................................................................4-35  
4.6.1  
4.6.2  
4.6.3  
Boot Device Priority..............................................4-35  
Boot Settings Configuration .................................4-36  
Security ................................................................4-37  
Exit menu ...........................................................................4-39  
Chapter 5: Software support  
5.1  
5.2  
Installing an operating system ............................................. 5-1  
Support CD information........................................................ 5-1  
5.2.1  
5.2.2  
Running the support CD ......................................... 5-1  
Drivers menu .......................................................... 5-2  
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5.2.3  
5.2.4  
5.2.5  
5.2.6  
Utilities menu.......................................................... 5-3  
Manuals menu ......................................................... 5-5  
ASUS Contact information...................................... 5-6  
Other information ................................................... 5-6  
5.3  
5.4  
5.5  
Software information ........................................................... 5-8  
5.3.1  
5.3.2  
ASUS MyLogo2™ .................................................... 5-8  
AI NET2 ................................................................5-10  
Using the Virtual Cable Tester™ ...........................5-10  
C-Media 3D audio configuration ...........................5-11  
5.3.3  
RAID configurations ............................................................5-15  
5.4.1  
5.4.2  
5.4.3  
5.4.4  
Installing hard disks ..............................................5-16  
Silicon Image RAID configurations ........................5-17  
Intel® RAID configurations ....................................5-27  
ITE® 8212F RAID configurations...........................5-31  
Creating a RAID driver disk .................................................5-37  
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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.  
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics  
card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or  
modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party  
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate  
this equipment.  
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.  
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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 adapter 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 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 fix it by yourself. Contact a  
qualified service technician or your retailer.  
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, make sure 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.  
Place the product on a stable surface.  
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified  
service technician or your retailer.  
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About this guide  
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and  
configuring the motherboard.  
How this guide is organized  
This manual contains the following parts:  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new  
technology it supports.  
Chapter 2: Hardware information  
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to  
perform when installing system components. It includes description of  
the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.  
Chapter 3: Powering up  
This chapter describes the power up sequence, the vocal POST  
messages, and ways of shutting down the system.  
Chapter 4: BIOS setup  
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS  
Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also  
provided.  
Chapter 5: Software support  
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes  
with the motherboard package.  
Where to find 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 flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These  
documents are not part of the standard package.  
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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.  
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a  
task.  
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a  
task.  
Typography  
Bold text  
Italics  
Indicates a menu or an item to select  
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>  
Command  
Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,  
then supply the required item or value enclosed in  
brackets  
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:  
afudos /i[filename]  
afudos /iP5GD2.ROM  
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P5GD2 Deluxe specifications summary  
LGA775 socket for Intel® Pentium® 4/Celeron processor  
Compatible with the Intel® PCG 04A and 04B processors  
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology  
CPU  
Northbridge: Intel® 915P Memory Controller Hub (MCH)  
Southbridge: Intel® ICH6R  
Chipset  
Front Side Bus  
Memory  
800/533 MHz  
Dual-channel memory architecture  
4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred non-ECC  
533/400 MHz DDR2 memory modules  
Expansion slots  
Storage  
1 x PCI Express x16 slot for discrete graphics card  
3 x PCI Express x1 slots  
3 x PCI slots  
Intel® ICH6R Southbridge supports:  
- 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33  
- 4 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1 configuration  
a nd the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology  
Silicon Image 3114R RAID controller supports:  
- 4 x Serial ATA  
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, JBOD configuration  
- RAID 5 (Software patch available, no WHQL)  
ITE 8212F IDE RAID controller supports:  
- 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66  
- RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, JBOD configuration  
High Definition  
Audio  
C-Media CMI9880 High Definition Audio solution with  
7.1-channel CODEC  
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port  
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port  
Supports Dolby® Digital Live™ Technology  
Wireless LAN  
(optional)  
WiFi-g™ wireless solution provides:  
- support for IEEE 802.11g/b standard  
- up to 54Mbps wireless data transmission  
- Software Access Point (Soft AP) for Windows® XP  
and 2003 Server)  
Innovative  
ASUS Stack Cool patented fanless cooling system  
Thermal solution  
(continued on the next page)  
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P5GD2 Deluxe specifications summary  
LAN  
Marvell® 88E8053 PCI Express™ Gigabit LAN  
controller  
Supports Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester technology  
Supports POST Network-diagnostic program  
Overclocking  
ASUS AI NOS (Non-delay Overclocking System) feature  
ASUS AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner)  
ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)  
CPU, Memory, and PCI Express voltage adjustable  
Stepless Frequency Selection(SFS) from 100 MHz up  
to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment  
Adjustable FSB/DDR2 ratio with fixed PCI/PCI-E  
frequencies  
IEEE 1394  
T1 1394 controller supports:  
- 2 x IEEE 1394 connectors  
USB  
Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports  
Special features  
ASUS Post Reporter™  
ASUS Q-Fan2  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2  
ASUS Multi-language BIOS  
ASUS MyLogo2  
BIOS features  
Rear panel  
8 MB Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,  
WfM2.0  
1 x Parallel port  
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port  
1 x Rear speaker out port  
1 x Side speaker out port  
1 x Line In port  
1 x Line Out port  
1 x WiFi-g™ antenna port (Wireless Edition only)  
1 x Wireless LAN LED (Wireless Edition only)  
1 x Microphone port  
1 x Center/Subwoofer port  
4 x USB 2.0 ports  
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port  
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF out port  
1 x PS/2 keyboard port  
1 x PS/2 mouse port  
(continued on the next page)  
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P5GD2 Deluxe specifications summary  
Internal  
connectors  
1 x Floppy disk drive connector  
1 x Primary IDE connector  
2 x IDE RAID connectors  
8 x Serial ATA connectors  
1 x CPU fan connector  
1 x Power fan connector  
2 x Chassis fan connector  
1 x Serial port connector (COM port)  
1 x 24-pin ATX power connector  
1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector  
2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports  
1 x Optical drive audio connector  
1 x GAME/MIDI connector  
1 x Chassis intrusion connector  
1 x Front panel audio connector  
System panel connector  
Power  
Requirement  
ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs)  
ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant  
Form Factor  
ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)  
Support CD  
contents  
Device drivers  
ASUS PC Probe  
ASUS Live Update Utility  
Anti-virus software (OEM version)  
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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This chapter describes the motherboard  
features and the new technologies  
it supports.  
Product  
1
introduction  
Chapter summary  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
Welcome!.............................................................................. 1-1  
Package contents ................................................................. 1-1  
Special features.................................................................... 1-2  
ASUS P5GD2 Deluxe  
1.1 Welcome!  
Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5GD2 Deluxe motherboard!  
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.  
1.2 Package contents  
Check your motherboard package for the following items.  
Motherboard  
I/O modules  
ASUS P5GD2 Deluxe motherboard  
Serial port module (COM port)  
IEEE 1394 (1 port) module  
USB 2.0 (2 ports) and GAME (1 port) module  
Cables  
6 x Serial ATA signal cables  
3 x Serial ATA power cables (dual plugs)  
2 x Ultra DMA/133 cables  
40-conductor IDE cable  
Floppy disk drive cable  
Accessories  
Dipolar wireless LAN antenna (Wireless Edition only)  
I/O shield  
Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD  
InterVideo® WinDVD Suite® (retail box only)  
Documentation  
User guide  
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.  
ASUS P5GD2 Deluxe  
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1.3 Special features  
1.3.1 Product highlights  
Latest processor technology  
The motherboard comes with a 775-pin surface mount Land Grid Array  
(LGA) socket designed for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in the 775-land  
package. The motherboard supports the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor. The  
motherboard also supports the Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology and is  
fully compatible with Intel® 04B and 04A processors.  
See page 2-7 for details.  
Intel® 915P  
The Intel® 915P chipset provides the interface for a processor in the  
775-land package with 533/800MHz front side bus (FSB), dual channel  
DDR/DDR2 at speeds of up to 533MHz, and PCI Express x16-lane port for  
graphics card. The Intel® 915P MCH platform is compliant to the Direct  
Media Interface (DMI) and supports the sixth generation I/O Controller Hub  
(ICH6).  
DDR2 memory support  
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer  
rates of 533/400 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the  
latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel  
DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost  
system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up  
to 8.5 GB/s. The motherboard also allows you to overclock DDR2-533  
DIMMs up to 600 MHz while maintaining the CPU Front Side Bus at 800  
MHz*. See pages 2-13 and 4-19 for details.  
* Visit the ASUS website for the list of qualified DDR2-533 DIMMS that support 600 MHz  
frequency.  
Serial ATA technology  
The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA  
interfaces and the Intel® ICH6R. The SATA specification allows for thinner,  
more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and  
up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate.  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
Triple RAID solution  
Onboard RAID controllers provide the motherboard with multi-RAID  
functionality that allows you to select the best RAID solution using IDE or  
Serial ATA devices.  
The Intel® ICH6R allows RAID 0 and RAID 1 configuration for four SATA  
connectors and supports the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology. See pages  
2-26 and 5-27 for details.  
The Sil3114R controller supports four additional SATA connectors and  
allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, JBOD, and a software patch to support  
RAID 5. See pages 2-27 and 5-17 for details.  
If you are using IDE hard disk drives, the ITE 8212 controller provides  
RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and JBOD functionality for two IDE channels  
that supports for up to four IDE hard disk drives. See pages 2-25 and 5-31  
for details.  
PCI Express™ interface  
The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect  
technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point  
serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by  
carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with  
existing PCI specifications. See page 2-18 for details.  
8-channel high definition audio  
Onboard is the C-Media CMI9880 7.1-channel audio CODEC. This CODEC is  
fully-compliant with Intel® High Definition Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit  
audio). With the CODEC, 8-channel audio ports, and S/PDIF interfaces, you  
can connect your computer to home theater decoders to produce  
crystal-clear digital audio.  
The CMI9880 CODEC comes with a software application that features jack  
detection to monitor the plugging status of each jack, impedance sensing  
to determine audio device classes, and pre-defined equalization for various  
audio devices. See page 2-22 and 2-23 for details.  
Dolby® Digital Live™  
The CMI9880 audio CODEC comes with an AC-3 encoder capable of  
transforming your computer’s digital audio contents into real-time Dolby®  
Digital stream. This digital stream passes through the S/PDIF out interfaces  
to an AC-3 or DTS decoder for 7.1-channel playback.  
ASUS P5GD2 Deluxe  
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S/PDIF digital sound ready  
The motherboard supports the S/PDIF In/Out function through the S/PDIF  
interfaces on the rear panel and at midboard. The S/PDIF technology turns  
your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity  
to powerful audio and speaker systems. See page 2-23 for details.  
USB 2.0 technology  
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0  
specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the  
12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is  
backward compatible with USB 1.1. See page 2-23 and 2-29 for details.  
Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring  
The CPU temperature is monitored by the ASIC (integrated in the Winbond  
Super I/O) to prevent overheating and damage. The system fan rotations  
per minute (RPM) is monitored for timely failure detection. The ASIC  
monitors the voltage levels to ensure stable supply of current for critical  
components.  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1.3.2 ASUS Proactive features  
ASUS Stack Cool  
ASUS Stack Cool is an ideal thermal solution that reduces the heat  
dissipated by large capacitors and motherboard components. By placing a  
specially designed PCB under the motherboard CPU socket, Stack Cool  
effectively lowers the system temperature by 10º Celsius. Cooler system  
temperature means more stable system performance, longer component  
life, and more silent operation.  
ASUS WiFi-g™  
(Wireless Edition only)  
ASUS WiFi-g™ is an IEEE 802.11g-compliant wireless LAN adapter that  
allows data transmission of up to 54 Mbps using the 2.4 GHz frequency  
band. ASUS provides full software application support and a user-friendly wizard  
to help you set up your wireless local area network effortlessly. The ASUS  
WiFi-g™ is backward compatible with IEEE 802.11b devices.  
AI NOS™ (Non-Delay Overclocking System)  
ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System™ (NOS) is a technology that  
auto-detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed  
only when needed.  
AI Net2  
AI Net2 is a BIOS-based diagnostic tool that detects and reports Ethernet  
cable faults and shorts. With this utility, you can easily monitor the  
condition of the Ethernet cable(s) connected to the LAN (RJ-45) port(s).  
During the bootup process, AI Net2 immediately diagnoses the LAN  
cable(s) and reports shorts and faults up to 100 meters at 1 meter  
accuracy.  
ASUS P5GD2 Deluxe  
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1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features  
CrashFree BIOS 2  
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD  
in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection  
eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See details on page 4-5.  
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology  
The ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology smartly adjusts the CPU and chassis fan  
speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient  
operation. See page 4-33 for details.  
ASUS POST Reporter™  
The motherboard offers a new exciting feature called the ASUS POST  
Reporter™ to provide friendly voice messages and alerts during the  
Power-On Self-Tests (POST) informing you of the system boot status and  
causes of boot errors, if any. The bundled Winbond Voice Editor software  
lets you to customize the voice messages in different languages. See page  
3-3 for details.  
ASUS Multi-language BIOS  
The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice  
from the available options. The localized BIOS menus allow you to configure  
easier and faster. See page 4-13 for details.  
ASUS MyLogo2™  
This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and  
add style to your system with customizable boot logos.  
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Chapter 1: Product introduction  
This chapter lists the hardware setup  
procedures that you have to perform  
when installing system components.  
It includes description of the jumpers  
and connectors on the motherboard.  
Hardware  
2
information  
Chapter summary  
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
2.4  
2.5  
2.6  
2.7  
Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-1  
Motherboard overview.......................................................... 2-2  
Central Processing Unit (CPU) .............................................. 2-7  
System memory .................................................................2-13  
Expansion slots...................................................................2-16  
Jumpers ..............................................................................2-19  
Connectors .........................................................................2-22  
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2.1 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.  
Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to  
a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling  
components 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, ensure  
that the ATX power supply is switched off or the  
power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure  
to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals,  
and/or components.  
Onboard LED  
The 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 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.  
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SB_PWR1  
ON  
OFF  
Standby  
Power  
Powered  
Off  
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2.2 Motherboard overview  
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis  
to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.  
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the  
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage  
motherboard components.  
2.2.1 Placement direction  
When installing the motherboard, make sure 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.  
2.2.2 Screw holes  
Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the  
motherboard to the chassis.  
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.  
Place this side towards  
the rear of the chassis  
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2.2.3 ASUS Stack Cool  
The motherboard comes with ASUS Stack Cool, an innovative thermal  
solution that provides supplementary cooling to the motherboard. Stack  
Cool is a mini-PCB installed under the motherboard CPU socket to conduct  
heat away from motherboard components. Stack Cool effectively lowers  
the motherboard temperature by as much as 10ºC.  
Motherboard holes  
(for the CPU fan and  
heatsink assembly pins)  
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2.2.4 Motherboard layout  
24.5cm (9.6in)  
KBPWR1  
Intel FWH  
8Mbit  
CHA_FAN2  
CPU_FAN1  
ATX12V1  
Bottom:  
USB1  
USB2  
Top:  
1394  
USB2.0  
T: USB3  
B: USB4  
Top:  
RJ-45  
Top:Rear Speaker Out  
Center:  
Side Speaker Out  
Below:  
Center/Subwoofer  
Intel  
915P  
Marvell  
Gigabit  
LAN  
Top:Line In  
Center:Line Out  
Below:Mic In  
CD  
WL_LED  
AAFP  
C-Media  
CMI9880  
WL_ANT  
PCIEX1_1  
PCIEX16  
88W8000G  
PCI1  
PCI2  
PCI3  
Intel  
ICH6R  
Marvell  
88W8310  
CR2032 3V  
Lithium Cell  
CMOS Power  
CLRTC1  
SEC_RAID1  
PRI_RAID1  
TSB43AB22A  
PCIEX1_2  
PCIEX1_3  
Silicon Image  
SiL 3114R  
COM1  
Speech  
Controller  
BUZZ1  
CHASSIS1  
USBPW56  
USBPW78  
SB_PWR1  
SATA_RAID1 SATA_RAID2 SATA_RAID3 SATA_RAID4  
IE1394_2  
CHA_FAN1  
USB56  
USB78  
GAME1  
PANEL1  
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2.2.5 Layout Contents  
Slots  
Page  
1. DDR2 DIMM slots  
2. PCI slots  
2-13  
2-18  
2-18  
3. PCI Express slot  
Jumpers  
Page  
1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC1)  
2-19  
2-20  
2-21  
2. USB Device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78)  
3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR1)  
Rear panel connectors  
Page  
1. Parallel port  
2-22  
2-22  
2-22  
2-22  
2-22  
2-22  
2-22  
2-23  
2-23  
2-23  
2-23  
2-23  
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2. IEEE 1394 port  
3. RJ-45 port  
4. Rear Speaker Out port  
5. Side Speaker Out port  
6. Line In port  
7. Line Out port  
8. WiFi-g antenna port  
9. Wireless LAN LED  
10. Microphone port  
11. Center/Subwoofer port  
12. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4  
13. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2  
14. S/PDIF optical out port  
15. S/PDIF coaxial out port  
16. PS/2 keyboard port  
17. PS/2 mouse port  
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