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Asus P5Q SE Plus - Motherboard - ATX User Manual

Asus P5Q SE Plus - Motherboard - ATX
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Motherboard
P5Q SE Plus

Table of Contents

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Asus P5Q SE Plus - Motherboard - ATX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorATX
SocketLGA 775
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory16 GB
Memory TypeDDR2
Memory Speed1200/1066/800/667 MHz
Audio8-channel
Audio CodecRealtek ALC1200
LAN ControllerRealtek RTL8111C
LAN Ports1
LANGigabit Ethernet
Compatible ProcessorsIntel Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium, Celeron
ChipsetIntel P45
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 2.0 x16, 2 x PCIe x1, 3 x PCI
Storage Interfaces6 x SATA 3Gb/s
USB Ports12
Audio Output8-Channel
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Precautions

Precautions to prevent electrical shock hazards during system handling and power connection.

Operation Safety Guidelines

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

P5Q SE Plus Specifications Summary

ASUS Unique and Exclusive Features

Overview of ASUS specific technologies, overclocking tools, and EPU.

Product Introduction

Product Highlights

Key features like CPU support, P45 Chipset, PCIe 2.0, SATA 3Gb/s.

ASUS Unique Features Overview

Features like EPU, 8-Phase Power, Fan Xpert, AI Nap.

Intelligent Overclocking Tools

Utilities like AI Booster, Precision Tweaker, C.P.R. for performance tuning.

Before Installation and Setup

Motherboard Physical Overview

CPU Installation and Processor Support

CPU Socket and Compatibility

Information on the LGA775 socket and compatible Intel processors.

Installing the CPU

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

Installing CPU Heatsink and Fan

Guide on mounting the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

System Memory Installation and Configuration

Installing a DIMM

Step-by-step guide to install a memory module into the socket.

Qualified Vendors List (QVL) for Memory

Expansion Slot Installation

Jumpers for System Configuration

Motherboard Connector Guide

Initial System Startup Procedures

Initial Boot and POST Process

Steps for powering on the system for the first time and POST checks.

System Shutdown Procedures

BIOS Setup Program Navigation and Interface

Entering BIOS Setup Utility

How to access the BIOS setup utility.

Main BIOS Menu Options

Ai Tweaker Menu for Performance Tuning

CPU Overclocking and FSB Settings

Options for tuning CPU and FSB frequencies.

DRAM Frequency and Timing Control

Detailed settings for DDR2 memory frequency and timing.

Voltage and Clock Skew Adjustments

Adjusting CPU, memory, and chipset voltages for overclocking.

Advanced Menu for CPU and Device Settings

CPU Configuration Settings

Options for configuring CPU-related features and power saving.

Power Menu for APM Settings

Hardware Monitoring and Fan Control

Monitoring system temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.

Boot Menu for System Boot Options

Boot Device Priority Configuration

Configuration of the boot device sequence.

Security Menu and Password Management

Setting system security and managing BIOS passwords.

Tools Menu for Special Functions

BIOS Update and System Utilities

Accessing BIOS update tools like EZ Flash 2.

Exit Menu (BIOS Setup Exit Options)

Support DVD Contents and Software Installation

Drivers and Utilities Installation

List and installation of device drivers and system utilities.

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