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Asus P5N-E SLI User Manual

Asus P5N-E SLI
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Motherboard
P5N-E SLI

Table of Contents

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Asus P5N-E SLI Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Number of memory slots4
Maximum internal memory8 GB
Processor socketLGA 775 (Socket T)
Processor manufacturerIntel
USB 2.0 connectors2
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Parallel ports quantity1
Audio output channels6.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
LAN controllerMarvell 88E1116
RAID levels0, 1

Summary

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.2 Package contents

Lists the items included in the motherboard package.

1.3 Special features

Details the unique features and technologies of the motherboard.

1.3.1 Product highlights

Highlights key product specifications and benefits of the motherboard.

1.4 Before you proceed

Lists precautions before installing motherboard components or changing settings.

1.5 Motherboard overview

Provides an overview of the motherboard's physical layout and installation.

1.5.3 Motherboard layout

Illustrates the physical placement of components and connectors on the motherboard.

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Covers CPU installation, heatsink, and fan assembly procedures.

1.6.1 Installing the CPU

Step-by-step guide on how to install the CPU onto the motherboard socket.

1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan

Instructions for mounting the CPU heatsink and fan assembly for optimal thermal performance.

1.7 System memory

Details the system memory (DIMM) sockets and configuration options.

1.7.2 Memory configurations

Explains how to configure memory modules for dual-channel operation and compatibility.

1.8 Expansion slots

Describes PCI and PCI Express slots and their supported expansion cards.

1.8.6 Two PCI Express x16 slots

Details the configuration options for using two PCI Express x16 slots for graphics cards.

1.9 Jumpers

Explains the function and configuration of motherboard jumpers, like CLRTC.

1.10 Connectors

Describes the various rear panel and internal connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 2: BIOS setup

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

Covers utilities and procedures for managing and updating the motherboard's BIOS.

2.1.2 Updating the BIOS

Provides instructions on how to update the BIOS using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility.

2.1.5 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

Explains how to update the BIOS using the built-in EZ Flash 2 utility.

2.2 BIOS setup program

Introduces the BIOS setup program, menu navigation, and screen elements.

2.2.1 BIOS menu screen

Displays the main BIOS setup screen layout and navigation keys.

2.2.2 Menu bar

Describes the main menu items available in the BIOS setup program.

2.3 Main menu

Provides an overview of basic system information displayed in the BIOS Main menu.

2.3.4 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave

Details how to configure primary and secondary IDE devices in the BIOS.

2.4 Advanced menu

Covers advanced system settings for CPU, chipset, and onboard devices.

2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration

Explains CPU overclocking options, AI Tuning, and related settings.

2.4.3 CPU Configuration

Details CPU-specific settings like multiplier, core unlock, and thermal control.

2.5 Power menu

Covers ACPI and APM settings for power management and system suspend.

2.5.3 APM Configuration

Explains APM configuration options like power loss restore and device wake-up.

2.6 Boot menu

Allows changing system boot options, device priority, and boot settings.

2.6.1 Boot Device Priority

Sets the sequence of devices from which the system attempts to boot.

2.7 Tools menu

Provides access to special BIOS functions like ASUS O.C. Profile and EZ Flash 2.

2.7.1 ASUS O.C. Profile

Allows storing and loading multiple BIOS settings and profiles.

2.8 Exit menu

Options for saving changes, loading defaults, or discarding settings before exiting BIOS.

Chapter 3: Software Support

3.1 Installing an operating system

Guidance on installing supported operating systems for optimal hardware performance.

3.2 Support CD information

Details the contents of the motherboard support CD, including drivers and utilities.

3.2.1 Running the support CD

Instructions on how to launch the support CD's interface and install software.

3.2.2 Drivers menu

Lists and describes essential device drivers to activate motherboard hardware.

3.2.3 Utilities menu

Lists and describes applications and utilities for system monitoring and management.

3.3 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology

Explains how to set up and use two graphics cards for enhanced performance.

3.3.1 Requirements

Outlines the prerequisites for implementing NVIDIA SLI technology, including hardware and software.

3.3.2 Dual graphics card setup

Step-by-step guide to configuring the ASUS EZ selector card for dual graphics setups.

3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk

Instructions for creating a RAID driver disk required for OS installation on RAID arrays.

Appendix A: CPU features

A.1 Intel® EM64T

Explains the Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) feature for 64-bit computing.

A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST)

Details the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology for dynamic CPU frequency and voltage adjustment.

A.2.1 System requirements

Lists the system requirements needed to utilize the EIST feature for power management.

A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

Describes the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology for improved multitasking performance.

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