Asus P5KPL EPU - Dual channel DDR2 1066 (O.C.);800;667 support; PCI Express architecture; Serial ATA 3 Gb;s technology; High Definition Audio

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Dual channel DDR2 1066 (O.C.)/800/667 support
This motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer
rates of 1066 (O.C.)/ 800/ 667 MHz providing great performance for 3D
graphics and other memory-demanding applications.
PCI Express architecture
PCI Express is the latest I/O interconnect technology that replaces the
existing PCI. With a bus bandwidth two times higher than that of AGP 8X
interface, PCI Express x16 bus performs much better in applications such
as 3D gaming.
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology
This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA)
3Gb/s storage specications, delivering enhanced scalability and
doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data saving and retrieval.
High Denition Audio
Enjoy high-quality sound system on your PC! The onboard 8-channel
HD audio (High Denition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC
enables high-quality audio output, jack-detect feature automatically.
S/PDIF digital sound ready
This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home
theater audio systems via the S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital
Interface) jack. It allows digital audio transfer and keeps the best signal
quality.
Gigabit LAN solution
The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. It is
enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efcient power
management for advanced operating systems.
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features
ASUS EPU
ASUS EPU detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts
the appropriate power usage in real-time.
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.