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P5QL-CM
Motherboard
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E4411 Second Edition V2 December 2008 Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK Computer, Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”). Product warranty or service will not be extend
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Contents Notices ......................................................................................................... vi Safety information ..................................................................................... vii About this guide ........................................................................................ vii P5QL-CM specifications summary ............................................................ ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ................
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Contents 1.11 Software support ........................................................................ 1-30 1.11.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-30 1.11.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-30 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utili
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Contents 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support ....................................................... 2-15 2.5.4 APM Configuration ........................................................ 2-15 2.5.5 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 2-16 2.6 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-17 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 2-17 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration ...........
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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 r
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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
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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
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P5QL-CM specifications summary ® CPU LGA775 socket for Intel Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo ® ® / Core ™ 2 Extreme / Pentium dual-core / Celeron ® dual-core / Celeron processors ® Supports Intel 45nm multi-core CPU ® Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) ® Supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology *Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list ® Chipset Intel G43 ® Intel ICH10 Front Side Bus 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Memory Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM
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P5QL-CM specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS Express Gate Rear panel 1 x DVI port 1 x DP port 1 x VGA port 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel Audio I/O port Internal connectors 1 x Front panel Audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out Header connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x System panel connector 3 x USB connectors for additional six USB 2.0 ports 1
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Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ® Thank you for buying an ASUS P5QL-CM 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 ASUS P5QL-CM motherboard Cables 1 x Se
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® LGA775 Intel 45nm Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel 45nm CPU which introduces new micro-architecture features for greater performance at a given frequency, up to 50% larger L2 caches, and expanded power management capabilities for new levels of energy efficiency. PCIe 2.0 support Double Speed; Double Bandwidth & Triple Performance This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. Serial AT
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1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 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 CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a DOS-based utility. Exp
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1.4 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
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1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of
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1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 1 22.9cm(9.0in) CPU_FAN 5 KBMS_ COM1 USB56 ATX12V Super I/O DP 6 LGA775 7 8 USB34 CHA_FAN LAN1_USB12 PWR_FAN ® Intel G43 Lithium Cell CMOS Power AUDIO 2 8Mb BIOS PCIEX1_1 RTL PCIEX16 8111C ® P5QL-CM Intel ICH10 PCI1 SATA5 SATA3 SATA1 VIA PCI2 SATA6 SATA4 SATA2 VT1708B CLRTC SPDIF_OUT 17 CHASSIS SB_PWR USB1112 USB910 USB78 PANEL CD AAFP 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. CPU, chassis, and pow
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Core™2 ® ® Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium dual-core / Celeron dual-core and ® Celeron processors. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN connector to ensure system stability. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer
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2. Press the load lever with your thumb Retention tab (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. A To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap B unless you are installing a CPU. Load lever 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the PnP cap arrow to a 135º angle. Load plate 4B 4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (4A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate 4A window to remove (4B). 3 5. Positi
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6. 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 pre-applied thermal paste. If so, skip this step. DO NOT eat the Thermal Interface Material. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, ensure that you wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly
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1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 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 Intel -certified multi-directional heatsink and fan. ® • Your Intel LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. •
