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Asus P5P41TD User Manual

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Motherboard
P5P41TD

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Asus P5P41TD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAsus
ModelP5P41TD
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Statement from the FCC regarding device compliance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Statement from the Canadian Department of Communications regarding radio noise emissions.

REACH Compliance

Information regarding compliance with the European Union's REACH regulation on chemicals.

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Precautions

Guidelines to prevent electric shock hazard during system installation and maintenance.

Operation Safety Guidelines

Precautions for safe handling and operation of the motherboard and its components.

About This Guide

Guide Organization Overview

Explains how the user guide is structured and the content of each chapter.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Typography Conventions

Explains the use of bold text, italics, and key notation for clarity.

Where to Find More Information

ASUS Official Websites

Directs users to ASUS websites for updated product and software information.

Optional Documentation

Mentions supplementary documents that may be included with the product package.

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.1 Welcome!

A brief welcome message to the user and an introduction to the motherboard.

1.2 Package Contents

Lists the items included in the motherboard package for user verification.

1.3 Special Features

Highlights key features and technologies supported by the motherboard.

1.4 Before You Proceed

Important precautions to take before installing motherboard components or changing settings.

1.5 Motherboard Overview

Provides a visual and descriptive layout of the motherboard and its key components.

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Details about the CPU socket and installation procedures for the processor.

1.6.1 Installing the CPU

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing a CPU into the LGA775 socket.

1.6.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan

Instructions on how to install the heatsink and fan assembly for optimal CPU cooling.

1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU Heatsink and Fan

Procedure for safely removing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.

1.7 System Memory

Information on the motherboard's memory slots and compatibility.

1.7.1 Overview

Describes the motherboard's four DDR3 DIMM sockets and their locations.

1.7.2 Memory Configurations

Details on installing different memory sizes and configurations, including 32-bit OS limitations.

1.7.3 Installing a DIMM

Step-by-step guide for inserting a DIMM module into the memory socket correctly.

1.7.4 Removing a DIMM

Instructions on how to safely remove a DIMM module from the motherboard socket.

1.8 Expansion Slots

Information on the types of expansion cards supported and how to install them.

1.8.1 Installing an Expansion Card

Procedure for physically installing an expansion card into the motherboard slots.

1.8.2 Configuring an Expansion Card

Steps to configure installed expansion cards via BIOS settings and driver installation.

1.8.3 PCI Slots

Describes the types of cards supported by the PCI slots.

1.8.4 PCI Express x1 Slots

Details the support for PCI Express x1 network and SCSI cards.

1.8.5 PCI Express x16 Slot

Specifies support for PCI Express x16 graphics cards.

1.9 Jumpers

Explains the function and configuration of jumpers on the motherboard.

1.10 Connectors

Details the various connectors on the motherboard for peripherals and internal components.

1.10.1 Rear Panel Connectors

Identifies and describes the ports located on the motherboard's rear panel.

1.10.2 Internal Connectors

Explains the internal connectors on the motherboard for system components.

1.11 Software Support

Information on installing operating systems and using the support DVD.

1.11.1 Installing an Operating System

Guidance on installing and updating OS versions for optimal hardware compatibility.

1.11.2 Support DVD Information

Details about the contents of the support DVD and how to run it.

Chapter 2: BIOS Information

2.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Procedures for backing up, managing, and updating the motherboard's BIOS.

2.1.1 ASUS Update Utility

Instructions for installing and using the ASUS Update utility for BIOS management.

2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2

Guide to updating the BIOS using the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility without an OS.

2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS

Information on recovering a corrupted BIOS file using the CrashFree BIOS utility.

2.2 BIOS Setup Program

Overview of how to enter and navigate the BIOS setup utility.

2.2.1 BIOS Menu Screen

Description of the main BIOS setup screen layout and its components.

2.2.2 Menu Bar

Details the main menus available in the BIOS setup utility (Main, Advanced, Power, Boot, Tools, Exit).

2.2.3 Navigation Keys

Explains how to use keyboard keys to navigate through BIOS menus and change settings.

2.2.4 Menu Items

Describes how highlighted menu items on the bar display specific options for each menu.

2.2.5 Submenu Items

Explains how a solid triangle indicates a submenu, accessible by pressing Enter.

2.2.6 Configuration Fields

Describes configurable fields in brackets and how to change their values.

2.2.7 Pop-up Window

Explains how selecting an item displays a pop-up window with configuration options.

2.2.8 Scroll Bar

Describes the function of scroll bars for navigating content that exceeds screen space.

2.2.9 General Help

Indicates the location of brief descriptions for selected items on the BIOS screen.

2.3 Main Menu

Overview of basic system information presented upon entering BIOS Setup.

2.3.1 System Time

Allows setting the system's current time.

2.3.2 System Date

Allows setting the system's current date.

2.3.3 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA1~4

Displays detected IDE/SATA devices and their configuration settings.

2.3.4 Storage Configuration

Menu to configure settings for SATA devices installed in the system.

2.3.5 System Information

Provides an overview of general system specifications detected by BIOS.

2.4 Advanced Menu

Access to advanced settings for CPU and other system devices.

2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration

Allows adjustment of system frequency and voltage for overclocking.

2.4.2 CPU Configuration

Displays CPU-related information and settings detected by the BIOS.

2.4.3 Chipset

Menu for configuring advanced chipset settings.

2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration

Allows enabling/disabling onboard devices like LAN, Audio, and Serial/Parallel ports.

2.4.5 USB Configuration

Settings for managing USB-related features and controllers.

2.4.6 PCI PnP

Advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices, including IRQ and DMA configurations.

2.5 Power Menu

Options for configuring Advanced Power Management (APM) settings.

2.5.1 Suspend Mode

Allows selection of the ACPI state for system suspend.

2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support

Option to add more tables for ACPI 2.0 specifications.

2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support

Enables or disables ACPI support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC).

2.5.4 APM Configuration

Settings related to power-on behavior after AC power loss and modem events.

2.5.5 Hardware Monitor

Displays system temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.

2.6 Boot Menu

Options for configuring system boot sequence and related settings.

2.6.1 Boot Device Priority

Specifies the sequence of devices to boot from.

2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration

Allows enabling/disabling Quick Boot to reduce boot time.

2.6.3 Security

Settings for managing supervisor and user passwords for BIOS access.

2.7 Tools Menu

Access to special function utilities like EZ Flash 2, Express Gate, and AI NET 2.

2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2

Utility to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 for BIOS updates.

2.7.2 Express Gate

Enables or disables the ASUS Express Gate instant-on OS feature.

2.7.3 AI NET 2

Checks Realtek LAN cable status during POST.

2.8 Exit Menu

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

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