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.
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 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. 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.

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. 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 fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.

Operation safety

Before using the product, ensure 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.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.

ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features
Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (green) 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out 1 x Clear CMOS switch 1 x IEEE1394a 2 x RJ45 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x eSATA port 10-channel Audio I/O 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x IDE connector 7 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (gray) 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header 1 x CD audio in 1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x TURBO_CON header (for TurboV Remote) 1 x MemOK! button 1 x Power on switch 1 x Reset switch 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12x 9.6 (30.5cm x 24.4cm)

Internal I/O Connectors

BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents

Form Factor

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Chapter 1

Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS P7P55D-E 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.

Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

User Ma

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe motherboard

User guide

Support DVD
4 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables
2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables with 6.0Gb/s label
1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable
1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port eSATA module

1 x TurboV Remote

1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector

1 x ASUS Q-Shield

1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe

Special features

Product highlights

Intel LGA1156 Lynnfield / Clarkdale Processor Ready

ASUS MyLogo2

This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen.

ASUS Multi-language BIOS

The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your system easier and faster.

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/packagings to safeguard consumers health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

Chapter 2

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, 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, or components.

Motherboard overview

Motherboard layout
Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.

Layout contents

Page 2-40 2-5 2-27 2-10 2-38 2-37 2-26 2-32 2-41 2-35 2-34 2-36 2-25 2-25 2-37 2-36 2-39 2-39 2-35 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) LGA1156 CPU Socket CPU / IMC / DRAM overvoltage setting switches (OV_DRAM; OV_IMC; OV_CPU) DDR3 DIMM slots CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2, 3-pin PWR_FAN) Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) MemOK! switch IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) Intel P55 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA 1-6)

Connectors/Jumpers/Slots

System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) JMicron JMB363 Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA_E1 [black]) Marvell Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_6G_1/2 [gray])

CPU notches

Gold triangle mark Alignment keys
Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer.
Some heatsinks come with preapplied thermal paste. If so, skip this step. The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help.
Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the load plate slides under the retention lock (C).
Insert the load lever under the retention tab.
Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
The Intel LGA1156 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
When you buy a boxed Intel processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intelcertified multidirectional heatsink and fan. Your Intel LGA1156 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. Use an LGA1156-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. The LGA1156 socket is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan: Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place.
Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.
Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 2. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.

System memory

Overview
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:

BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP) F3-16000CL9D-4GBRH(XMP) F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) F3-16000CL7T-6GBPS(XMP) F3-16000CL9T-6GBPS(XMP) GU34GB2000C9DC(XMP) GU34GB2000C9DC(XMP)
Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 (1333-9-9-9-24) Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-28(1333-9-9-9-24) Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 (1333-9-9-9-24) Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 (1333-9-9-9-24) Heat-Sink Package 7-8-7-20(1066-8-8-8-20) Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-8-8-8-20) Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-28(1333-7-7-7-24) Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-28(1333-7-7-7-24) Heat-Sink Package 8(1333-9-9-9-24) Heat-Sink Package 9(1333-9-9-9-24) Heat-Sink Package 8(1333-9-9-9-21) Heat-Sink Package 8 Heat-Sink Package 9
Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-28 (1333-7-7-7-24)
KINGSTON KHX2000C8D3T1K3/3GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX16000D3K3/3GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX2000C9D3T1K3/3GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX2000C8D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX2000C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ Gingle Patriot Patriot OCZ3FXT20002GK OCZ3P20002GK(EPP) OCZ3P2000EB2GK OCZ3B2000LV6GK PVS32G2000LLKN

GE38GB2000C9QC(XMP)

Heat-Sink Package 9 (1333-8-8-8-24) Heat-Sink Package 9 (1333-9-9-9-24)
Heat-Sink Package 9-8-8(1066-8-7-7-20) Heat-Sink Package 7-8-7(1066-9-9-9-24) Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1067-9-9-9-24)
9CAASS37AZZ01D1 PVT36G2000LLK(XMP)
P7P55D-E Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz
Vendor Crucial Part No. BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP) F3-16000CL7T-6GBPS(XMP) F3-16000CL9T-6GBPS(XMP) Size 1GB SS/ DS SS Chip Chip NO. Brand N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Timing Dimm(Bios) Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-28(1333-9-9-9-24) 2 DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C*

G.SKILL G.SKILL

6GB(3x2GB) DS 6GB(3x2GB) DS
Heat-Sink Package 7-8-7-20(1066-8-8-8-20) 1.65 Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-8-8-8-20) 1.65 Heat-Sink Package 9 (1333-8-8-8-24) Heat-Sink Package 8(1333-9-9-9-24) Heat-Sink Package 8(1333-9-9-9-21) Heat-Sink Package 8 Heat-Sink Package 9 Heat-Sink Package 9 (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.9 1.9 1.8 1.65 N/A

D9KPT(ECC)

Heat-Sink Package J1108BABG-DJ-E J1108BABG-DJ-E
6-6-6-20(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.8
2GB(2x1GB) SS N/A 2GB(2x1GB) SS N/A 2GB DS N/A
Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package H5TQ1G83BFR H5TQ1G83BFR
7-7-7-18(1333-7-7-7-18) 1.5-1.6 8-8-8-21(1333-7-7-7-20) 1.5-1.6 8-8-8-21(1333-7-7-7-20) 1.5-1.6 9-9-9-24(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.5 7-7-7-24(1333-8-8-8-28) 1.5 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) (1333-9-9-9-24) N/A N/A N/A N/A 1.5 1.5 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1.65 1.65 1.7 1.8
4GB(2x2GB) DS N/A 4GB(2x2GB) DS N/A 6GB(3x2GB) DS N/A 4GB(2x2GB) DS N/A 1GB 2GB 2GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 2GB 2GB SS Hynix DS Hynix DS Hynix SS ELPIDA SS ELPIDA DS Qimonda SS MICRON SS MICRON SS MICRON DS MICRON DS MICRON DS MICRON
HMT125U6BFR8C-H9 HMT125U6BFR8C-H9 FLFD45F-B8EE9
H5TQ1G83BFRH9C 9(1333-9-9-9-24) J1108BASE-DJ-E J1108BABG-DJ-E 9FF22 D9KPT D9KPT D9KPT D9KPT(ECC) 9FF22 D9KPT D9KPT(ECC) Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package 9(1066-8-7-7-20) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 9(1066-8-8-8-20) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 9(1066-8-8-8-20) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 9-9-9(1066-7-7-7-20) 7-7-7(1066-7-7-7-16) 9(1066-8-9-9-20) 7(1333-7-7-7-20) (1066-6-5-5) 9-9-9(1066-7-7-7-20) 7-7-7(1066-7-7-7-20) 8-8-8(1066-7-7-7-16)
KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/1G KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/2G MICRON MICRON MICRON MICRON MICRON MICRON OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1 MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1 MT16JF25664AZ-1G4F1 MT16JTF25664AZ1G4F1 MT18JSF25672AZ1G4F1 OCZ3P1333LV3GK OCZ3P13332GK OCZ3P13334GK OCZ3G13334GK OCZ3RPX1333EB4GK OCZ3G1333LV6GK OCZ3P1333LV6GK

IDSH1G-03A1F1C13H

MT9JSF12872AZ-1G4F1 1GB

OCZ3G1333LV3GK

3GB(3x1GB) SS N/A 3GB(3x1GB) SS N/A 1GB 4GB(2x2GB) DS N/A 4GB(2x2GB) DS N/A 4GB(2x2GB) DS N/A 6GB(3x2GB) DS N/A 6GB(3x2GB) DS N/A 6GB(3x2GB) DS NA DS N/A
7-7-7-20(1333-9-9-9-24) N/A

1.85 1.65 1.65 1.6

OCZX1333LV6GK(XMP)

SS MICRON

P7P55D-E Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz, 2.8GHz and 2.93GHz (continued)
Vendor SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG Transcend Transcend Asint Asint Asint Asint ASUS Part No. M378B2873DZ1-CH9 M391B2873DZ1-CH9 M378B5673DZ1-CH9 M391B5673DZ1-CH9 Size 1GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 2GB 2GB 4GB 1GB 2GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 2GB 1GB 1GB 2GB 2GB 1GB SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) (1066-8-7-7-20) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) (1066-8-7-7-20) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 8(1333-8-8-8-24) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) 9(1333-9-9-9-24) (9-9-9-24) (9-9-9-24) (1066-8-8-8-20) (1066-8-8-8-20) (1333-9-9-9-24) (1066-7-7-7-20) (1066-7-7-7-20) (1333-7-7-7-20) Voltage N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1.8 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1.7 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C*

Onboard LEDs

POST State LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second.

POST State LEDs

You may disable the POST State LEDs in BIOS. Refer to section 3.8.2 Boot Setting Configuration for details.
The ID LEDs under the chipset heatsink provide an elegant embellishment to the motherboard design.

ID LEDs

You may disable the ID LEDs in BIOS. Refer to section 3.9.5 ID LED for details.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Starting up for the first time
After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. b. c. Monitor
External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) System power
After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the green standards or if it has a power standby feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on.
The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (see the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure

Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process.
The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file
To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Fom the Windows desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file from the dropdown menu, then click Next. 3. 4. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process.

P7P55EDX.ROM

P7P55EDX
Ensure to load the BIOS 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.

ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility.
Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www. asus.com.
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1.
Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port, and 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 file is found.
ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.00 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: P7P55D-E Deluxe VER: 0209 DATE: 07/28/2009 A: Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown

PATH: A:\

[Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit
When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.
Only a USB flash 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!

General help

System Time System Date Language SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 SATA5 SATA6 Storage Configuration System Information
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field.

+Tab F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Change Field Select Field General Help Save and Exit Exit
v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc.

Sub-menu items

For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the system boot configuration

Navigation keys

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:
Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Exit Tools
For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For configuring options for special functions
For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-9
Use [+] or [-] to configure system Date.
At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.
The navigation keys may differ from one screen to another.
The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.

Submenu items

A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>.
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not userconfigurable. A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to 3.3.7 Pop-up window.

Pop-up window

Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system Time. Suspend Mode ACPI Version Features ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disabled Enabled
Select a menu item then press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item.

Scroll bar

A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen.

+- Tab F1 F10 ESC

Scroll bar Pop-up window
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item.

The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual], [D.O.C.P.] or [X.M.P.].

BCLK Frequency [XXX]

Allows you to adjust the Internal Base Clock (BCLK). Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. You can also type the desired value using the numeric keypad. The values range from 80 to 500. Allows you to set the PCI Express frequency. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the PCIE frequency. The values range from 100 to 200.

DRAM Frequency [Auto]

Allows you to set the DDR3 operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR31600*]
The DRAM Frequency configuration options vary with the BCLK Frequency item settings. According to Intel CPU spec, CPUs with a core frequency of 2.66G support the maximum DIMM frequency of up to DDR3 1333. To use DIMMs of a higher frequency with a 2.66G CPU, enable the DRAM O.C. Profile feature in BIOS. Refer to section 3.5.2 Ai Overclock Tuner for details.
Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting.

PCIE Frequency [XXX]

QPI Frequency [Auto]
Allows you to set the QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [4270MHz] [4800MHz]
ASUS/3rd Party Ui Priority [ASUS Utility]

[ASUS Utility]

Prioritizes the usage of ASUS utilities (ASUS EPU, TurboV EVO, etc.). Other 3rd party OC utilities may not be full-functioned. [3rd Party Utility] Prioritizes 3rd party OC utilities (IXTU, SetFS, etc.). ASUS utilities cant be launched.

3.5.10

OC Tuner [Good Performance]
OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM. Choose [Good Performance] or [Better Performance] as a stable setting for daily use. Choose [Turbo Profile] as an advanced overclocking setting for special purposes. Configuration options: [Good Performance] [Better Performance] [Turbo Profile]

3.5.11

Start auto tuning
Press <Enter> to start auto tuning. It takes around 5 minutes, and the system will reboot for several times before finish. After auto tuning, the C-State feature will be disabled.

3.5.12

DRAM Timing Control [Auto]
The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard.

3.5.21

DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA/B [Auto]
Allows you to set the DRAM Control Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from 0.395x to 0.630x with a 0.005x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability.

3.5.22

[Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]
Load-Line Calibration [Auto]
Automatic configuration. Follow Intel specifications. Improve CPU VDroop directly.

3.5.23

CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto]
Automatic configuration. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control.

3.5.24

PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto]
Automatic configuration. Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control.

Advanced menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction.
Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit
CPU Configuration Uncore Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP [Disabled] [Enabled]

Configure CPU.

Intel VT-d T.Prove

Enter F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Go to Sub Screen General Help Save and Exit Exit

CPU Configuration

The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.
The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU settings Module Version:01.04 Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Intel(R) Core(TM) CPU 860 Frequency :2.80GHz BCLK Speed :133MHz Cache L1 :128 KB Cache L2 :1024 KB Cache L3 :8192 KB Ratio Status:Unlocked (Min:09, Max:21) Ratio Actual Value:21 CPUID :106E5 CPU Ratio Setting C1E Support Hardware Prefetcher Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Max CPUID Value Limit Intel(R) Virtualization Tech [Auto] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled]
NOTE: Please key in ratio numbers directly F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item General Help Save and Exit Exit

AI NET 2 Pair Status

Length

Check Realtek LAN cable

Check Realtek LAN Cable [Disabled]
BIOS will not check the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). BIOS checks the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).

ASUS EZ Flash 2

Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice. Check section 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility for details.

Express Gate [Auto]

Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]
Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gates first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the first screen of Express Gate for user action. Configuration options: [Prompt User] [1 second] [3 seconds] [5 seconds] [10 seconds] [15 seconds] [20 seconds] [30 seconds] Reset User Data [No] Allows you to clear Express Gates user data.
[Reset] When setting this item to [Reset], ensure that you save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data will be cleared the next time you enter the Express Gate. User data includes the Express Gates settings as well as any personal information stored by the web browser such as bookmarks, cookies, browsing history. This is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly. [No] to [No] to disable the Reset User Data function when entering the Set Express Gate.
The first time wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after clearing its settings.

ID LED [Enabled]

Disables the onboard ID LEDs under the chipset heatsink. Enables the onboard ID LEDs under the chipset heatsink.

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.
Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit Options 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.

Turbo: aximizes the fan speed for the best cooling effect. m
Intelligent: utomatically adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the ambient a temperature.
Stable: xes the CPU fan speed to avoid noise caused by the unsteady fan rotation. The fi fan will speed up when the temperature exceeds 70C. User: llows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. A
Standard: adjusts fan speed in a moderate pattern.

ASUS EPU-6 Engine

ASUS EPU-6 Engine is an energy-efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs. This utility provides four modes that you can select to enhance system performance or save power: Turbo Mode High Performance Mode Medium Power Saving Mode Max. Power Saving Mode
Selecting Auto Mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status. You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control.

Launching 6 Engine

After installing EPU-6 Engine from the motherboard support DVD, launch the program by double-clicking the 6 Engine tray icon. The first time you launch 6 Engine, the following message will appear, asking you to run Calibration first. Running calibration allows the system to detect CPU properties to optimize power management. Click Run Calibration and wait for a few seconds. Then, the 6 Engine main menu appears.

6 Engine main menu

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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 chipsetcontrolled 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 with at least 1.2GB of available disk space. 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. Installation of at least 1GB system memory is recommended for better performance.

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CASES & POWER SUPPLIES Sky 219 Case & PSU P390 Case w/400w PSU 400W Nexgen P4 Power Supply Coolermaster 550W Power Supply Thermaltake V3 Tower Case with 450W Power Supply Thermaltake V9 Mid Tower Case with Window Thermaltake 700W Litepower PSU Xigmatek Asgard Pure Black Case (No PSU) Xigmatek Midguard Pure Black Case Xigmatek UTGard Tower Case Mesh Side Panel Xigmatek NRP-PC402 400W 80+ PCIe PSU Xigmatek NRP-PC502 500W 80+ PCIe PSU Xigmatek NRP-PC602 600W 80+ PCIe PSU Xigmatek NRP-PC702 700W 80+ PCIe PSU Xigmatek NRP-MC851 850W 80+ Modular PSU Xigmatek NRP-HC1001 1000W Modular PSU Xigmatek NRP-HCModular PSU Xigmatek NRP-HC1501 1500W Modular PSU
$60.00 $70.00 $40.00 $105.00 $110.00 $145.00 $125.00 $75.00 $125.00 $160.00 $85.00 $100.00 $120.00 $140.00 $245.00 $365.00 $390.00 $440.00
MOTHERBOARDS P5G41C-M-LX (DDR2 or DDR3 FSB1066,Intel CPU) Asus P5G41T-M-LX (DDR3, FSB1066, Intel CPU) Asus P5P43TD (Intel CPU) Asus P6T-DELUXE-V2 (LGA1366) Asus P6X58D-E Asus P6X58D-Premium Asus P7H55D-M (LGA1156) Asus P7H55D-M-PRO (LGA1156) Asus P7P55-LX (Intel LGA1156) Asus P7P55D-E(Intel LGA1156) Asus P7P55D-E-DELUXE (Intel LGA1156) Asus P7P55D-E-PRO (Intel LGA1156) Asus P7P55D-LE (Intel LGA1156) Asus M4N68T-M (AMD CPU) Asus M4A88TD-M (AMD CPU) $110.00 $90.00 $140.00 $345.00 $395.00 $480.00 $140.00 $170.00 $195.00 $235.00 $365.00 $295.00 $180.00 $85.00 $140.00
PROCESSORS Intel Celeron D430 1.8Ghz Intel Celeron Dual Core E3300 2.5Ghz Intel Pentium E6400 2.93Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 2.93Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo E7600 3.06Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 3.16Ghz Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 2.66Ghz Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 2.66Ghz Intel Core 2 Quad Q9505 2.83Ghz Intel Pentium G6950 2.8Ghz LGA1156 Intel Core I2.93Ghz LGA1156 Intel Core I3.06Ghz LGA1156 Intel Core i3,2Ghz LGA1156 Intel Core I3.2Ghz LGA1156 Intel Core I3.33Ghz LGA1156 Intel Core I3.46Ghz LGA1156 Intel Core I2.66Ghz LGA1156 Intel Core ILGA1366 2.8Ghz Intel Core ILGA1366 3.2Ghz Intel Core ILGA1366 3.33Ghz Intel Core I7 980X LGA1366 3.33Ghz 6 Cores Intel Core ILGA1156 2.80Ghz Intel Core ILGA1156 2.93Ghz AMD Sempron 140 2.7Ghz AMD Athlon 2 X2.9Ghz AMD Athlon 2 XDual Core 3.1Ghz AMD Athlon 2 X2,8Ghz AMD Phenom II X2.8Ghz AMD Phenom II X3.0Ghz AMD Phenom II 955 Quad Core 3.2Ghz AMD Phenom II 965 Quad Core 3.4Ghz AMD Phenom II X6 1055T 6Core 2.8Ghz AMD Phenom II X6 1090T 6Core 3.2Ghz $70.00 $85.00 $125.00 $195.00 $225.00 $265.00 $275.00 $275.00 $300.00 $345.00 $150.00 $205.00 $220.00 $235.00 $295.00 $320.00 $405.00 $320.00 $450.00 $890.00 $1,450.00 $1,720.00 $450.00 $890.00 $65.00 $100.00 $115.00 $155.00 $200.00 $215.00 $235.00 $265.00 $310.00 $465.00
MEMORY Kingston 1Gb DDR/ 800 Non-ECC Kingston 2Gb DDR2 RAM 800 Non-ECC Kingston 2Gb DDRNon-ECC Kingston 4Gb DDRNon-ECC Kingston 6Gb DDRNon-ECC Kingston 8Gb DDRNon-ECC Kingston 4Gb DDRNon-ECC $50.00 $90.00 $95.00 $180.00 $270.00 $520.00 $215.00
Kingston 6Gb DDRNon-ECC Kingston 4Gb DDRNon-ECC Kingston 1Gb DDR2 Sodimm 667Mhz Kingston 2Gb DDR2 Sodimm 667Mhz Kingmax 2Gb DDR2 Sodimm 800Mhz Team Elite 1Gb DDR3 1333Mhz Non-ECC with Heatsink Team Elite 2Gb DDR3 1333Mhz Non-ECC with Heatsink Team Dark Xtreem 2GBx2 DDR3 1600Mhz Dual Chnl. Pack for i5/i7 Team Xtreem 2GBx3 DR3 2000Mhz Triple Chnl. Pack for i7/x58
$305.00 $220.00 $50.00 $90.00 $85.00 $50.00 $90.00 $215.00 $340.00
HARD DRIVES Western Digital Caviar 160Gb SATA2 8Mb 7200RPM Western Digital Caviar 160Gb IDE 8Mb 7200RPM Western Digital 160Gb Scorpio Blue IDE 5400RPM 2.5" Western Digital 160Gb SATA 2.5" Scorpio Blue 5400RPM BEVT Western Digital Caviar Blue 320Gb SATA2 16MB 7200RPM Western Digital Scorpio 320Gb 2.5" BEVT Western Digital Caviar Black 500Gb SATA2 3GB/s 32Mb 7200RPM Western Digital Caviar Blue 500Gb 16Mb IDE 7200RPM Western Digital Blue 500GB SATA2 16MB 7200RPM Western Digital Caviar Green 1TB Intelipower 64MB SATAII Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB SATA2 7200RPM Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB SATA2 7200RPM Western Digital Caviar Green 2TB Intelipower 64Mb SATA2 Western Digital Caviar Black 2TB 7200RPM 64Mb SATA2 Western Digital Veloci Raptor 150Gb 10000RPM SATA 16Mb Western Digital Veloci Raptor 300Gb 10000RPM SATA 16Mb Western Digital Veloci Raptor 450Gb 10000RPM SATA 32Mb Western Digital Veloci Raptor 600Gb 10000RPM SATA 32Mb Seagate 500Gb SATA2 16Mb 7200 RPM Seagate 1TB SATA2 32Mb 7200 RPM Seagate 1.5TB SATA2 32Mb 7200 RPM $75.00 $85.00 $125.00 $90.00 $75.00 $95.00 $110.00 $140.00 $85.00 $135.00 $175.00 $140.00 $255.00 $410.00 $210.00 $330.00 $405.00 $455.00 $85.00 $130.00 $195.00
DVD Drives/Writers/Blu Ray LG DVD Writer Black IDE LG DVD Writer Black SATA LG DVD Writer External LG Blu Ray Combo (BluRay read/HD read/DVD Write) LG Blu Ray Writer Pioneer DVD Writer IDE Pioneer DVD Writer SATA $45.00 $45.00 $100.00 $200.00 $300.00 $45.00 $45.00
Floppy Drives 3.5" 1.44Mb Black Video Cards Asus 8400GS 512Mb DDR2 PCIe16 VGA DVI Asus GT210 512Mb DDR2 PCIe2.0 DVI-I HDCP HDMI Low Power Asus GT220 1GB DDR2 PCIe2.0 DVI-I, HDCP HDMI Low Power Asus GT240 1GB DDR3 PCIe2.0, DVI-I, HDCP, HDMI Asus GT240 512Mb DDR3 PCIe2.0, DVI-I, HDCP, HDMI Asus GTS250 1GB DDR3 PCIe2.0 2xDVI HDCP Native HDMI Asus GTX285 1Gb DDR3 648Mhz 2xDVI HDCP HDMI PCIe2.0 Asus GTX470 1215Mb 320bit DDR5 607Mhz 2DVI mHDMI Asus GTX480 1536Mb 384bit DDR5 700Mhz 2DVI mHDMI Asus Radeon 4350 512Mb DDR2 PCIe2,0 Asus Radeon 5450 1Gb DDR3 PCIe2.0 Asus Radeon 5770 1Gb DDR5 PCIe2.0 Asus Radeon 5850 1GB DDR5 PCIe2.0 Asus Radeon 5870 1GB DDR5 PCIe2.0 Asus Radeon 5970 2GB DDR5 PCEe2.0 ECS GT240 1Gb DDR2 PCEi2 EVGA GT9600 512Mb (one only) EVGA GT220 DDR2 1024Mb EVGA GT240 DDR3 1024Mb EVGA GTS250 1GB HDMI EVGA GTX285 1024Mb EVGA GTX470 1280Mb EVGA GTXMb Powercolor Radeon HD4350 1GB DDR2 Powercolor Radeon HD5770 1Gb DDR5 Powercolor Radeon HD5850 1Gb DDR5 Powercolor Radeon HD5870 1Gb DDR5 Powercolor Radeon HD5970 2Gb DDR5 XFX PCIe GT240 1024Mb DDR3 550Mhz XFX PCIe GTS250 1Gb R2 XFX PCIe HD5670 1Gb 775Mhz XFX PCIe HDGB 850Mhz XFX PCIe HD5850 1GB Black Edition 765Mhz XFX PCIe HD5870 1GB 850Mhz XFX PCIe HD5970 2GB Black Edition $60.00 $80.00 $125.00 $160.00 $125.00 $220.00 $490.00 $570.00 $810.00 $60.00 $105.00 $255.00 $470.00 $650.00 $1,005.00 $125.00 $140.00 $100.00 $165.00 $215.00 $640.00 $570.00 $860.00 $70.00 $235.00 $425.00 $585.00 $975.00 $170.00 $240.00 $205.00 $265.00 $585.00 $715.00 $1,200.00 $20.00

Monitors Benq 19" G922HDL LED Benq 22" G2222HDL LED Viewsonic VX1937WM Viewsonic VA2013WM 20" LCD (one only) $185.00 $260.00 $200.00 $200.00
Viewsonic VA2233WM 21.5" LCD Viewsonic VX2240W-2 22" LCD (one only) Viewsonic VX2433WM 23.6" LCD Asus VH192C 19" LCD Asus VH222T 21.5" LCD Asus VH242H 23.6" LCD Asus VW266H 25.5" LCD LG E2040T 20" LED LG E2340V 23": LED LG W2343T-PF 23" LCD
$250.00 $270.00 $330.00 $205.00 $250.00 $330.00 $610.00 $235.00 $320.00 $260.00
Keyboard and Mouse Logitech Deluxe 250 PS/2 Keyboard & Mouse Microsoft Basic Value Pack USB Keyboard and Mouse Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 1000 Keyboard and Mouse Microsoft USB Keyboard 600 Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 USB Microsoft Basic Optical Mouse USB Microsoft Sidewinder X6 Keyboard Microsoft Sidewinder X5 Mouse Logitech G15 Gaming Keyboard Logitech G19 Gaming Keyboard Logitech G9x Laser Gaming Mouse Logitech MOMO Racing Force Steering Wheel USB Steelseries Zboard Merc Steelseries Zboard Merc Stealth Steelseries Zboard Steelseries Zboard Limited Edition Wrath of the Lich King Keyboard Steelseries Limited Edition Keyset - Aion Steelseries Limited Edition Keyset - Wrath of the Lich King Steelseries Keyset - Warhammer Online Steelseries Ikari Optical Mouse Steelseries Ikari Laser Mouse Steelseries World of Warcraft MMO Gaming Mouse Steelseries Kinzu Mouse Steelseries Xai Laser Mouse Steelseries Iron Lady Mouse and Mousemat (white or Pink) $35.00 $40.00 $75.00 $27.00 $85.00 $25.00 $120.00 $85.00 $170.00 $340.00 $175.00 $185.00 $79.00 $139.00 $99.00 $139.00 $49.00 $49.00 $49.00 $99.00 $139.00 $179.00 $69.00 $159.00 $169.00
Software (with System Purchase only - OEM unless marked "Retail") Windows 7 Pro 32 or 64bit Windows 7 Home Premium 32 or 64bit Windows 7 Ultimate 32 or 64bit Microsoft Vista Home Basic 32 bit (one only) Microsoft Vista Home Premium 32bit (one only) $195.00 $145.00 $245.00 $120.00 $160.00
Microsoft XP Home Edition Microsoft XP Professional 32bit Microsoft Office 2007 Small Business Edition RETAIL Microsoft Office 2007 Pro (Academic) Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student (Retail) Microsoft Works 9
$140.00 $270.00 $255.00 $275.00 $150.00 $25.00
Sound and Speakers Creative Sound Blaster Audigy Value Creative X-Fi Xtreme Audio PCI Creative X-Fi Xtreme Gamer Creative X-Fi Titanium PCIe Logitech X530 5.1 Surround Speakers Logitech LS21 PC Speakers w/Subwoofer Gigabyte 2 Piece 100Watt PMPO 1 Watt RMS USB Speakers ROCK USB Powered Speakers $50.00 $75.00 $130.00 $140.00 $105.00 $50.00 $29.00 $20.00

Miscellaneous & Printers Shintaro USB 3.0 PCIe Card Shintaro USB 3.0 3.5" Blazer External Enclosure Freecom USB XS-Mobile 3.0 3.5" 1TB External HDD HP Deskjet D1550 Inkjet Printer Canon Mp-490 Multifunction Printer Canon MP-270 Multifunction Printer Canon LBP 3100B Laser Printer Blue Eye 3.5" Sata HDD Enclosure USB 2.0 All in One Card Reader $55.00 $95.00 $230.00 $59.00 $99.00 $89.00 $170.00 $35.00 $20.00
Modems, Routers, Networking Netcomm NB6 Adsl2+ Modem/Router Netcomm NB6Plus4W Wireless Adsl2+ Modem/Router Netcomm NP545 54g Wireless USB Adapter Netcomm AM5067 USB Ext v.92 Modem Netgear 54Mbps Wireless USB Adapter Netgear Wireless 54Mbps PCI Adapter D-link External 56k Voice / Data Modem Netcomm Internal 56K Modem In5920 (vista) Cisco - Linksys 10/port Switch Cisco- Linksys 10/port Switch Cisco - Linksys 8 port Gigabit Switch $90.00 $110.00 $40.00 $70.00 $45.00 $45.00 $89.00 $29.00 $50.00 $70.00 $140.00
*Prices do not include freight out and are subject to change without notice. Parts are also subject to stock availability. Please contact Russell on (07) if you have any questions. This list is not comprehensive if you want something not on the list, please call as we can source most computer components.