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Asus P5E3 DELUXE User Manual

Asus P5E3 DELUXE
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Motherboard
P5E3 Deluxe

Table of Contents

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Asus P5E3 DELUXE Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 775
ChipsetIntel X38
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory8GB
Memory TypeDDR3
PCI Slots2
SATA Ports6
SATA RAID0, 1, 5, 10
Audio8-channel HD audio
Max. LAN Speed10/100/1000 Mbps
IEEE 1394a2
S/PDIF OutYes
Audio Ports6
Dimensions (W x L)30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
USB Ports12
CPU TypeIntel Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Duo / Pentium Dual Core / Celeron
LAN ChipsetMarvell 88E8056
Power Pin24-pin ATX
LANDual Gigabit LAN
Storage Interfaces6 x SATA 3Gb/s

Summary

Product Introduction

Special Features

Details the unique features and technologies supported by the motherboard.

Product Highlights

Lists key features like Green ASUS, Intel CPU support, X38 Chipset, and DDR3 memory.

ASUS AI Lifestyle Unique Features

Covers power saving, quiet thermal solutions, and AI features for user convenience.

ASUS Intelligent Performance and Overclocking Features

Details AI Booster, Precision Tweaker 2, and CPU Parameter Recall for performance tuning.

Hardware Information

Before You Proceed

Provides essential precautions before installing motherboard components or changing settings.

Motherboard Overview

Describes the motherboard's physical layout and installation guidelines within the chassis.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Details the LGA775 socket and compatibility with Intel processors and installation notes.

System Memory

Explains the DDR3 DIMM sockets, installation, and memory configuration options.

Expansion Slots

Details PCI and PCI Express slots, installation, and configuration procedures.

Jumper

Instructions for clearing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM using jumpers.

Connectors

Describes rear panel and internal connectors for system components and peripherals.

Powering Up

Starting Up for the First Time

Guides through the initial system power-on sequence and POST procedures.

Turning Off the Computer

Explains methods for shutting down the computer using the OS or power switch.

BIOS Setup

Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Details utilities like ASUS Update, EZ Flash 2, AFUDOS, and CrashFree BIOS for BIOS management.

BIOS Setup Program

Introduces the BIOS setup utility for system configuration and navigation.

Main Menu

Provides an overview of basic system information within the BIOS setup.

Ai Tweaker Menu

Options for configuring overclocking-related items and CPU performance tuning.

Advanced Menu

Settings for CPU, Chipset, Onboard Devices, USB, and PCI/PnP configurations.

Power Menu

Configuration options for Advanced Power Management (APM) and hardware monitoring.

Boot Menu

Settings for system boot options, including boot device priority and boot settings.

Tools Menu

Access to special function utilities like ASUS EZ Flash 2 and O.C. Profile.

Exit Menu

Options to save/discard changes, load defaults, and exit the BIOS setup.

Software Support

Installing an Operating System

Guidance on installing supported operating systems like Windows XP/Vista.

Support DVD Information

Details the contents of the support DVD, including drivers, applications, and utilities.

Software Information

Describes software applications like ASUS MyLogo3, PC Probe II, AI Suite, and EPU Utility.

RAID Configurations

Explains RAID definitions and configurations using Intel Matrix Storage and JMicron controllers.

Creating a RAID Driver Disk

Instructions for creating RAID driver disks for OS installation.

ATI CrossFire™ Technology Support

Overview

Introduces ATI CrossFire™ technology and its requirements for multi-GPU setups.

Requirements

Lists necessary hardware and software requirements for CrossFire™ technology.

Installing CrossFire™ Graphics Cards

Step-by-step guide for installing master and slave graphics cards for CrossFire™.

Software Information

Details on installing device drivers and using the Catalyst™ Control Center.

CPU Features

Intel® EM64T

Information on using Intel EM64T feature for 64-bit operating systems.

Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)

Details on EIST feature for power saving and performance adjustment.

System Requirements

Lists the system requirements for enabling Intel SpeedStep® Technology.

Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

Explains the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology and its BIOS configuration.

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Precautions to prevent electrical shock hazards during system handling and maintenance.

Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe operation, including handling components and avoiding environmental hazards.

Specifications Summary

P5E3 Deluxe Specifications

Detailed summary of CPU, Chipset, Memory, Expansion Slots, Storage, LAN, and Audio features.

ASUS AI Lifestyle & Stylish Features

Highlights ASUS AI Lifestyle, Stylish Features, and Exclusive Overclocking Features.

Back Panel & Internal Connectors

Lists I/O ports, internal connectors, BIOS features, and manageability options.

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

FCC compliance statement regarding radio frequency interference and usage conditions.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Statement on digital apparatus compliance with Canadian regulations for radio noise emissions.

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