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Asus P5QL-EM - Motherboard - Micro ATX User Manual

Asus P5QL-EM - Motherboard - Micro ATX
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Motherboard
P5QL-EM

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Asus P5QL-EM - Motherboard - Micro ATX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
Socket TypeLGA 775
ChipsetIntel G43
Compatible ProcessorsIntel Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium, Celeron
Memory Slots4
Max Supported RAM16 GB
Memory TechnologyDDR2
Onboard VideoIntel GMA X4500
Onboard AudioYes
Onboard LANYes
Supported RAM Speed800 MHz
USB Ports12 (6 on back panel, 6 via headers)
LANGigabit LAN
Video OutputVGA
RAID SupportRAID 0/1/5/10
BIOS8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS
Expansion Slots1 x PCI Express x16, 2 x PCI Express x1, 2 x PCI

Summary

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Welcome!

Greeting and overview of the motherboard.

Package Contents

Lists items included in the motherboard package.

Special Features

Highlights key features and technologies of the motherboard.

Installation Precautions

Important safety warnings and procedures before installation.

Onboard LED Indicator

Explains the function of the onboard standby power LED.

Motherboard Overview

Details the physical layout and components of the motherboard.

Placement Direction

How to orient the motherboard during installation.

Screw Holes

Location of screw holes for mounting the motherboard.

Motherboard Layout Diagram

Diagram showing the layout of motherboard components.

Layout Contents List

Numbered list of connectors and slots.

CPU Installation and Management

Information about CPU installation and management.

Installing the CPU

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU.

CPU Heatsink and Fan Handling

Guides for installing and uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan.

System Memory (RAM)

Details about installing and configuring system memory (RAM).

Memory Configurations

Details on memory configurations and compatibility.

DIMM Installation and Removal

Guides for installing and removing DIMM modules.

Expansion Slots

Information on different types of expansion slots and their uses.

Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards

Guides for installing and configuring expansion cards.

PCI and PCIe Slot Details

Information on PCI and PCIe slots and compatible cards.

Jumpers and Switches

Details on motherboard jumpers and their functions.

Clear CMOS Jumper

How to clear CMOS settings using the CLRTC jumper.

USB Device Wake-Up Jumpers

How to configure USB device wake-up functionality via jumpers.

Connectors

Describes various onboard connectors and their purposes.

Rear Panel Connectors

Identifies and describes rear panel connectors.

Internal Connectors

Describes internal connectors on the motherboard.

Software Support

Information on installing operating systems and drivers.

OS and Driver Installation

Guide for installing OS and drivers.

Support DVD Contents

Information about the contents of the support DVD.

Chapter 2 BIOS Information

BIOS Management and Updates

Guides on BIOS management and update utilities.

BIOS Update Utilities

Details on ASUS Update, EZ Flash 2, AFUDOS, and CrashFree BIOS.

Bootable Media Creation

Steps to create bootable media for BIOS operations.

BIOS Setup Program Navigation

How to navigate and configure BIOS settings.

BIOS Screen Layout and Navigation

Overview of the BIOS setup screen, menus, and keys.

Menu Item Configuration

Details on menu items, fields, and pop-up windows.

Main Menu Settings

Overview of basic system information in BIOS.

System Time, Date, and SATA Config

Settings for time, date, SATA devices, and storage.

System Information

Displays general system specifications detected by BIOS.

Advanced Menu Settings

Settings for CPU and other system devices.

JumperFree and CPU Configuration

Settings for CPU overclocking, frequency, and configuration.

Chipset and Onboard Device Settings

Advanced settings for chipset and onboard devices.

USB and PCI PnP Configuration

Settings for USB and PCI PnP devices.

Power and Boot Menu Settings

Settings for power management and boot options.

Power Management and Hardware Monitor

Settings for suspend mode, APM, and hardware monitoring.

Boot Device Priority and Settings

Options for configuring system boot sequence and settings.

Security Settings

Settings for system security and passwords.

BIOS Tools and Exit Options

Special functions, utilities, and exit procedures.

BIOS Tools (EZ Flash, Express Gate)

Accesses BIOS tools like EZ Flash and Express Gate.

Exit BIOS Menu Options

Options to save, discard, or load BIOS settings.

Notices and Safety Information

Regulatory Notices

FCC and Canadian communication regulatory statements.

General Safety Precautions

Important safety warnings for electrical and operational safety.

About This Guide

Explains the structure and purpose of the user guide.

Additional Information

Finding More Information

Resources for additional product information and updates.

Guide Conventions

Explains symbols and typography used in the manual.

P5QL-EM Specifications Summary

Hardware Specifications

Details on CPU, Chipset, Memory, Graphics, Slots, LAN, USB, Audio.

ASUS Specific Features

Lists ASUS overclocking, special features, manageability, and OS support.

Connector and Accessory Details

Lists rear/internal connectors, accessories, and form factor.

Qualified Vendor Lists (QVL)

Lists qualified vendors for DDR2 memory modules.

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