Main menu.... 3-8 3.4.1 3.4.2 3.4.3 3.4.4
Ai Tweaker menu.... 3-12 3.5.1 3.5.2 3.5.3 3.5.4 3.5.5 3.5.6 3.5.7 3.5.8 3.5.9 3.5.10 3.5.11 3.5.12 3.5.13
3.5.14 3.5.15 3.5.16 3.5.17 3.5.18 3.5.19 3.5.20 3.5.21 3.5.22 3.5.23 3.5.24 3.5.24 3.5.25 3.6 3.6.1 3.6.2 3.6.3 3.6.4 3.6.5 3.7 3.7.1 3.7.2 3.7.3 3.7.4 3.7.5 3.7.6 3.8 3.8.1 3.8.2 3.8.3 3.9 3.9.1 3.9.2 3.9.3 3.9.4 3.9.5 3.10 CPU GTL Reference [Auto].. 3-16. CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]... 3-16 FSB Termination Voltage [Auto].. 3-16 DRAM Voltage [Auto]... 3-16 NB Voltage [Auto]... 3-16. SB Voltage [Auto]... 3-17 PCIE SATA Voltage [Auto].. 3-17. Load-Line Calibration [Auto].. 3-17 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto].. 3-17 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto]... 3-17 CPU Clock Skew [Auto]... 3-17 NB Clock Skew [Auto]... 3-17 CPU Margin Enhancement [Optimized].. 3-17 CPU Configuration... 3-18 Chipset.... 3-20 Onboard Devices Configuration.. 3-21 USB Configuration... 3-22 PCIPnP... 3-23 Suspend Mode [Auto]... 3-24 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No].. 3-24 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled].. 3-24 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled].. 3-24. APM Configuration... 3-25 Hardware Monitor... 3-27 Boot Device Priority.. 3-28 Boot Settings Configuration.. 3-29 Security... 3-30 ASUS EZ Flash 2... 3-32 Drive Xpert Mode Update [Last Setting]. 3-33 Express Gate [Enabled]... 3-34 ASUS O.C. Profile... 3-35. AI NET 2... 3-36.

Advanced menu... 3-18

Power menu... 3-24.

Boot menu.... 3-28

Tools menu... 3-32

Exit menu.... 3-37

Chapter 4:
4.2 4.1 4.3 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.3.3 4.3.4 4.3.5 4.3.6 4.3.7 4.3.8 4.3.9 4.4 4.4.1 4.4.2 4.4.3 4.4.4 4.5 4.5.1 4.5.2 4.5.3

Software support

Running the support DVD.. 4-1 Obtaining the software manuals.. 4-2 ASUS PC Probe II... 4-3. ASUS AI Suite... 4-4 ASUS EPU... 4-5 ASUS Fan Xpert... 4-6 ASUS TurboV.... 4-7. ASUS Turbo Key... 4-8 ASUS Drive Xpert.. 4-9 ASUS Express Gate... 4-10 Audio configurations... 4-11 RAID definitions... 4-12 Installing Serial ATA hard disks.. 4-12 Setting the RAID item in BIOS... 4-13 Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility.. 4-13 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.. 4-17 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows.. 4-17 Using a USB floppy disk drive.. 4-19.
Support DVD information... 4-1 Installing an operating system... 4-1 Software information.... 4-3
RAID configurations... 4-12
Creating a RAID driver disk... 4-17

Chapter 5:

5.1 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.2 5.3 5.2.1 5.3.1 5.3.2
ATI CrossFireX technology support

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide 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: 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 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. Chapter 5: ATI CrossFireX support This chapter describes the ATI CrossFireX feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures.
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.
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 Indicates a menu or an item to select. Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

Italics

<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 (+). Command Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> 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 /iP5QProTurbo.ROM

Dual-Channel DDRsupport

The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer rates of 1300 /1200 / 1066 / 800 / 667 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest operation system, 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 20.8 GB/s.

PCIe 2.0 Support

This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance.
100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! (5000hrs VRM, over 57 years operation lifespan at 65C)
This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.
ATI CrossFireX Technology
ATIs CrossFireX boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to scale down screen resolution to get high quality images. CrossFireX allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. Adjust your display configurations, experiment with the advanced 3D settings, and check the effects with a realtime 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst Control Center.

Green ASUS

This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Unions Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
Chapter 1: Product Introduction

ASUS Unique features

ASUS TurboV

Turbo Key

ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button
ASUS 8-Phase Power Design
With power efficiency so important to operating temperatures, ASUS 8-Phase VRM design leads the industry with its 96% power efficiency. High quality power components such as low RDS (on) MOSFETs for minimum switching loss & lower temperatures, Ferrite core chokes with lower hysteresis loss, and high quality conductive polymer capacitors all add up to ensure longer component life and lower power losscreating more energy efficiency.

Precision Tweaker 2

Allows you to adjust the CPU voltage in 0.00625v steps and NB/DRAM voltage in 0.02v steps to fine-tune voltage to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration.

Express Gate

Taking only 5 seconds to bootup, Express Gate is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! Its a unique motherboard built-in OS. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Messenger to keep in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house. Whats more, the user-friendly picture manager lets you view your pictures without entering Windows at anytime!

Priority 13 Standard function System timer Keyboard controller Re-direct to IRQ#9 IRQ holder for PCI steering* Communications port (COM1)* IRQ holder for PCI steering* Reserved Reserved System CMOS/Real Time Clock IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* PS/2 compatible mouse port* Numeric data processor SATA Primary IDE (legacy mode) SATA Secondary IDE (legacy mode)
Standard interrupt assignments
* These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 LAN (L1E) SATA (5723) PCIe x16_1 PCIe x1_1 PCIe x1_2 PCIe x1_3 USB controller 1 USB controller 2 USB controller 3 USB controller 4 USB controller 5 USB controller 6 USB 2.0 controller 1 USB 2.0 controller 2 SATA controller 1 SATA controller 2 IEEE 1394 A B C D shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared shared E F G H shared shared shared shared

PCI slots

The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot.

PCI Express x1 slots

This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot.
PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots
This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots that support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots.
PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI Express 2.0x16_2 slot (black, at x8 link) PCI Express x1_3 slot PCI Express x1_2 slot PCI Express 2.0x16_1 slot (blue, at 16 link) PCI Express x1_1 slot

Jumpers

Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.

This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk or a floppy disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file.
The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

Recovering the BIOS

To recover the BIOS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn on the system. Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to the USB port. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and power on again. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press <F2> to load default BIOS values.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while recovering the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!

BIOS setup program

A BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modification. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility. Otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed. The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various submenus and select from the available options using the navigation keys.
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 2.6 Jumpers for details.

Allows you to set the system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]

3.5.13

CPU Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. Use the <+> and <-> keys or the numeric keypad to enter the desired value. The values range from 0.85000V to 2.10000V* with a 0.00625V interval.
Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. Setting a high VCore voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low VCore voltage may make the system unstable. The value [2.10000V] of the CPU Voltage item is supported only if the OV_CPU jumper is enabled, otherwise the maximum voltage supported is [1.70000V]. See 2. CPU overvoltage setting on page 2-23 for details.

3.5.14

CPU GTL Reference [Auto]
Allows you to set the CPU GTL reference voltage. Different ratio might enhance CPU overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.65x] [0.63x] [0.61x]
The following six (6) items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad and press the <Enter> key. You can also use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key.

3.5.15

CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the CPU PLL voltage. The values range from 1.50V to 2.78V with a 0.02V interval.

3.5.16

FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the front side bus termination voltage. The values range from 1.20V* to 1.90V with a 0.02V interval.
The minimum value of this item becomes 1.10V when a 45nm CPU is installed.

3.5.17

DRAM Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.80V to 3.08V with a 0.02V interval.

3.5.18

NB Voltage [Auto]
Allows you to set the North Bridge voltage. The values range from 1.10V to 1.90V with a 0.02V interval.
Setting the CPU PLL Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, DRAM Voltage and NB Voltage items to a high level may damage the chipset, memory module and CPU permanently. Proceed with caution. Some values of the CPU Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, DRAM Voltage and NB Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. Refer to the table on the next page for details. The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings.
Blue CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage FSB Termination Voltage DRAM Voltage NB Voltage 0.85000V 1.59375V 1.50V1.78V 1.20V1.38V 1.80V1.98V 1.10V1.26V
Yellow 1.60000V 1.70000V 1.80V2.00V 1.40V1.90V 2.00V2.20V 1.28V1.40V

Restore On AC Power Loss [Power Off]
[Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
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/ RTC Alarm Second will become user-configurable with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date/ RTC Alarm Hour/ RTC Alarm/ RTC Alarm Second will become user-configurable with set values.
Power On By External Modems [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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables to power up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft-off mode. [Enabled] The computer could be powered up when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft-off mode.
The computer cannot receive or transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the first try. Turning an external modem off and then back on while the computer is off causes an initialization string that turns the system power on.
Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI devices. [Disabled] Disables the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI devices. [Enabled] Allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. [Disabled] Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event.
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]
Allows you to disable or enable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function. [Disabled] Disables the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function. [Enabled] Sets specific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]
Allows you to disable or enable the Power On by PS/2 mouse function. [Disabled] Disables the Power On by PS/2 mouse function. [Enabled] 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.

ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V1.06
Check Atheros LAN Cable [Disabled]
Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On SelfTest (POST). It takes 3 to 10 seconds to diagnose the LAN cable. [Disabled] [Enabled] BIOS will not check the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). BIOS checks the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

3.10 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.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation.
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 finished 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 confirmation 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 fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation 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 confirmation 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 confirmation window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while exiting.

Click the support DVD icon.
The support DVD contents are displayed in graphical format. Double-click the Manual folder.
Double-click the folder of your selected manual.
The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models.

Software information

Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information.

ASUS PC Probe II

PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computers vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Because PC Probe II is software-based, you can start monitoring your computer the moment you turn it on. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition.

Launching PC Probe II

1. 2. 3. Install PC Probe II from the motherboard support DVD. Launch PC Probe II by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears. The PC Probe II icon appears in the Windows notification area . Click this icon to close or restore the application.

PC Probe II main window

Button
Function Opens the Configuration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.

4.3.2

ASUS AI Suite
ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily.

Launching AI Suite

1. 2. 3. Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. Launch AI Suite by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx. xx. The AI Suite main window appears. The AI Suite icon appears in the Windows notification area. If you minimize the application main window, click this icon to restore the window.

ASUS TurboV allows you to easily overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS, and set up the best O.C. settings for different scenarios.
Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. For system stability, all changes made in ASUS TurboV will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. For system stability, set ASUS EPU to High Performance Mode while using ASUS TurboV.

Launching ASUS TurboV

1. 2. Install the ASUS TurboV utility from the motherboard support DVD. Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > TurboV > TurboV.
Save the current settings as a new profile
Target settings Default settings Click to show more settings Advanced CPU and chipset voltage settings Voltage Adjustment bars
Applies all changes immediately
Undoes all changes without applying
For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments using TurboV. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.

ASUS Turbo Key

ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or gameswith just one touch!

Launching ASUS Turbo Key

1. 2. 3. Install ASUS Turbo Key from the motherboard support DVD. Restart your computer. ASUS Turbo V automatically starts after Windows start-up. Double-click the ASUS Turbo Key icon in the Windows notification area to launch the Turbo Key user interface.
Configuring ASUS Turbo Key
Select your desired power button action. Select Turbo Key Off to keep the power button as a common switch. Select Turbo Key On to boost system performance after pressing the power button. You can choose whether to show Turbo Key OSD and status by clicking the check boxes in the Setting section. You can decide the performance boost level by selecting Turbo Key Profile. You can also load personal profiles saved in the ASUS TurboV utility. The default is Rocket Mode. For detailed ASUS TurboV configurations, refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Click Apply for all settings to take effect.

Using ASUS Turbo Key

Press the power button on your computer chassis to use the Turbo Key function defined in the Turbo Key user interface. Press the power button again to turn off the Turbo Key function.

Before using the Drive Xpert function, ensure that you have back up all your data in your hard disks.

ASUS Express Gate

ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet, Skype, and viewing your pictures. Within a few seconds of powering on your computer, you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate applications.
Notices about ASUS Express Gate
Ensure to install ASUS Express Gate from the motherboard support DVD before use. ASUS Express Gate supports SATA devices in IDE mode only. See chapter 3 for BIOS setup details. ASUS Express Gate supports SATA devices connected to motherboard chipset-controlled onboard SATA ports only. All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT supported. See chapter 2 for the exact location of onboard SATA ports. ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from ODD and USB drives and downloading to USB drives only. ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and Flash drives. When installed on USB HDDs and Flash drives, connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before turning on the computer. Your monitor must support the screen resolution of 1024 x 768, or ASUS Express Gate will be skipped during the booting process, and the existing OS will be launched directly.

The First Screen

Express Gates first screen appears within a few seconds after you power on the computer.
Click any of the application icons to enter Express Gate environment and launch the selected application Turn off the computer Continue booting to existing OS when the timer above the Exit icon counts down to zero (0); click to immediately enter existing OS
To enter the motherboard BIOS setup program, click Exit on the Express Gate First Screen, and then press the <Del> key during POST. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or click environment for detailed software instructions. in the Express Gate

Audio configurations

The VIA High Definition Audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Detection,MultiStreaming, and S/PDIF Out support. Follow the installation wizard to install the VIA Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the VIA audio software is correctly installed, you will find the VIA HD Audio Deck icon on the taskbar. Double-click on the icon to display the VIA HD Audio Deck.

VIA HD Audio Deck

VIA HD Audio Deck for Windows Vista
Jacks default setting button Device volume control Minimize button Exit button
Analog and digital connector status

Default Device button

Requirements

In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are ATI certified. Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. See page 2-37 for details.
The ATI Triple CrossFireX technology is currently supported by Windows Vista operating system only. Visit the ATI Game website (http://game.amd.com) for the latest certified graphics card and the supported 3D application list.

Before you begin

For ATI CrossFireX to work properly, you have to uninstall all existing graphics card drivers before installing ATI CrossFireX graphics cards to your system. To uninstall existing graphics card drivers 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Close all current applications. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. Turn off your computer.
Installing CrossFireX graphics cards
Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment. Install only the identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards that are ATI-certified. Different types of graphics cards will not work together properly. The motherboard layout of this chapter is for reference purpose only and may not exactly match with your motherboard.
Dual CrossFireX installation
Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to the section Motherboard layout for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation.
Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is firmly in place.

CrossFireX bridge

CrossFireX goldfingers
Chapter 5: ATI CrossFireX technology support
Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.
Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card.
Installing the device drivers
Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers.
Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). If you are using a Triple or Quad CrossFireX system, ensure to install the ATI Catalyst driver under Windows Vista OS. The ATI Triple or Quad CrossFireX technology is currently supported by Windows Vista only.

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CASES Foxconn TLM436 MATX 300w Foxconn TLA436 MidATX 300w In Win BT Series MATX Slim 300w SC TM-163-3 Micro-ATX 300w SC TU-150-4 Mid-ATX 400w Enlight 7250AKA 300w HARD DRIVES Samsung 80GB IDE 2.5" HD WD 160GB IDE 2.5" HD Toshiba 250GB SATA 2.5" HD Toshiba 500GB SATA 2.5" HD WD 160GB IDE 2MB HD WD 320GB IDE 8MB HD WD 500GB IDE 8MB HD Seagate 250GB Serial ATA HD Seagate 320GB Serial ATA HD Seagate 500GB Serial ATA HD Seagate 750GB Serial ATA HD Seagate 1TB Serial ATA HD Seagate 1.5TB Serial ATA HD MEMORY Lifetime Warranty 512MB PC133 SDRAM 512MB PC3200 DDR 1GB PC3200 DDR 512MB P6400 DDR2 1GB PC6400 DDR2 2GB PC6400 DDR2 1GB PC3200 SoDIMM DDR 1GB PC6400 SoDIMM DDR2 2GB PC6400 SoDIMM DDR2 FAX MODEMS/ROUTERS Trendnet 56k V92 PCI Modem ASUS Wireless Router/Printserver USR 56K ext RS232 modem w/cbl. MONITORS-3YR. WARRANTY Acer 17" LCD 1280 x 1024 Acer 19" Wide LCD 1440 x 900 Acer 22" Wide LCD 1680 x 1050 Acer 24" Wide LCD 1920 x 1200 Acer 27" Wide LCD 2048 x 1152

Phone 219-322-3004

$495.95 $99.95 $49.95 $59.95 $49.95 $74.95 $99.95 $149.95

Fax 219-322-3970

Network Interface Cards Trendnet 10/100 PCI NIC Trendnet Gigabit PCI NIC MSI Wireless G PCI NIC SMC USB Wireless-G NIC Belkin Wireless-N PCI NIC KEYBOARDS & MICE Logitech Deluxe 660 Combo MX3200 Laser Optical Combo Logitech 104-Key Keyboard

VIDEO CARDS-RETAIL PACK

$64.95 $69.95 $74.95 $69.95 $89.95 $84.95
ATI Radeon 2600XT 1GB Quad PCIE GeForce MX4000 128MB Twin PCI GeForce FX5200 128MB 8x AGP GeForce 6200 256MB 8x AGP GeForce 8400GS 512MB PCI-E GeForce N9400GT 1024MB PCI-E GeForce GT220 1024MB PCI-E GeForce EN9800GT 1024MB PCI-E
$19.95 $39.95 $39.95 $49.95 $99.95
$89.95 $99.95 $99.95 $129.95 $69.95 $89.95 $109.95 $54.95 $64.95 $74.95 $84.95 $114.95 $134.95
MOTHERBOARDS-RETAIL PACK ASUS M2N-MX SE AMD MATX AM2 ASUS P5KPL-AM SE MATX LGA775 ASUS P5KPL-CM MATX LGA775 ASUS P5Q SE Plus ATX LGA775 ASUS P5QL PRO ATX LGA775 ASUS P5Q PRO TURBO ATX LGA775 ASUS P5N-D SLI ATX LGA775 INTEL S5000VSA Server Mainboard 775 CPU w/Fan - 3 Year Warranty Intel E3300 2.5GHz Celeron Dual CPU Intel E5300 2.6GHz Pentium Dual CPU Intel E5400 2.7GHz Pentium Dual CPU
$79.95 $79.95 $84.95 $119.95 $129.95 $149.95 $149.95 $449.95
Logitech Optical Scroll mouse Microsoft Optical Scroll Mouse Microsoft Cordless Optical Mouse Logitech G5 Laser Mouse CDROM DRIVES Samsung 20x SATA DVDRW Pioneer 20x IDE DVDRW Samsung 20x Lightscribe DVDRW External 20x DVDRW USB 2.0
$59.95 $99.95 $14.95 $14.95 $19.95 $29.95 $59.95
$49.95 $59.95 $59.95 $89.95
$74.95 $49.95 $69.95 $29.95 $49.95 $69.95 $64.95 $59.95 $79.95
Intel E6500 2.93GHz Pentium Dual CPU Intel E7500 2.93GHz Core 2 Duo CPU Intel Q8400 2.66GHz Core 2 Quad CPU Intel Q9505 2.83GHz Core 2 Quad CPU Intel i-530 2.93GHz Core i3 Dual CPU Intel i-650 3.2GHz Core i5 Dual CPU Intel i-750 2.66GHz Core i5 Quad CPU Intel i-860 2.8GHz Core i7 Quad CPU Intel i-960 3.2GHz Core i7 Quad CPU AMD Athlon II X2.4GHz Triple AMD Phenom X2.4GHz Quad
$69.95 $84.95 $94.95 $104.95 $129.95 $199.95 $264.95 $139.95 $204.95 $229.95 $299.95 $609.95 $154.95 $179.95
FLOPPY DRIVES Mitsumi / Sony 3.5 1.44MB External 3.5" Floppy Drive Internal/External Card Reader Kingston 2GB USB Flash Drive Kingston 4GB USB Flash Drive Kingston 8GB USB Flash Drive Kingston 16GB USB Flash Drive Kingston 32GB USB Flash Drive MISC. CA-2016 Seakers CA-3001 Speakers w/Sub CA-3618 Speakers w/Sub ATX 300W Power Supply
$14.95 $49.95 $29.95 $19.95 $29.95 $39.95 $49.95 $89.95

$19.95 $59.95 $99.95

Heatsink / Fan Socket A (462) HSF Copper Super Cooler S462 Socket 775 HSF
$129.95 $149.95 $189.95 $229.95 $429.95
Socket 478 HSF VGA card fan Socket AM2 HSF 80mm case fan 3 or 4 wire 92MM case fan 3 or 4 wire 120MM case fan 3 or 4 wire
Sound Cards Encore ENM232-6VIA PCI Sound Blaster Audigy SE Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme PCI Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme PCI-E Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty PCI
40mm or 60mm ball bearing fan

$19.95 $39.95 $59.95 $69.95 $149.95
Artic Silver Heatsink Grease
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$14.95 $29.95 $19.95 $19.95 $12.95 $19.95 $9.95 $14.95 $19.95 $12.95 $9.95
ATX 400W Power Supply ATX 500W Power Supply ATX 650W Power Supply ATX 750w Power Supply 200w Micro-E Power Supply Software McAfee Antivirus 2009 - 1-Year Norton AV/AS 2010 - 1 Year Windows XP Home OEM Windows XP Pro OEM Windows 7 Home Premium OEM Windows 7 Professional OEM Windows 7 Ultimate OEM
$14.95 $34.95 $54.95 $29.95 $39.95 $54.95 $99.95 $119.95 $69.95
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5/1/2010

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