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- Page 1 T5-P5G41E ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone)
- Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chapter 4: BIOS setup Managing and updating your BIOS ..........4-2 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............4-2 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............4-5 4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS ........... 4-6 BIOS setup program ..............4-7 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............4-8... - Page 4 Boot Device Priority ............4-23 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 4-24 4.6.3 Security ................. 4-25 Tools menu ................. 4-27 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............4-27 4.7.2 Express Gate ..............4-28 4.7.3 AI NET 2................ 4-28 Exit menu ..................4-29...
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Page 5: Notices
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/ english/REACH.htm. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. -
Page 6: About This Guide
About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about ASUS T5-P5G41E barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: Chapter 1: System introduction This chapter gives a general description of ASUS T5-P5G41E. -
Page 7: Conventions Used In This Guide
ASUS Websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional Documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not... -
Page 8: System Package Contents
System package contents Check your T5-P5G41E system package for the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. Item description ASUS T5-P5G41E barebone system with • ASUS motherboard • Peak 380W PFC power supply unit •... - Page 9 Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of ASUS T5-P5G41E. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.
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Page 10: Chapter 1: System Introduction
Thank you for buying an ASUS T5-P5G41E! ASUS T5-P5G41E is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish mini-tower casing, and powered by an ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel processor in the 775-land package with ®... - Page 11 . This port connects a headphone with a stereo mini- plug. Microphone port . This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. The information provided is intended as a general guide for reference. Specifications depend on the barebone system you purchased. ASUS T5-P5G41E...
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Page 12: Rear Panel
Rear panel The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices. 10. Expansion slot covers. Remove these covers when installing expansion cards. 11. Rear speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers in a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. - Page 13 Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray – – – Side Speaker Out ASUS T5-P5G41E...
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Page 14: Internal Components
The illustration shows an open chassis lifted at a 90 angle. 5.25-inch optical drive cage 3.5-inch hard disk drive cage Power supply unit DIMM sockets CPU socket ASUS motherboard PCI Express x16 slot PCI slot Serial ATA connectors Chapter 1: System introduction... -
Page 15: Qualified Vendors Lists (Qvl)
6144MB(Kit of 3) DS 7-7-7-20 1.65V • • OCZ3X1333LV6GK(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS 8-8-8-20 1.60V • • AL7F8G73D-DG1 1024MB A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 • • AL8F8G73D-DG1 2048MB A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 • • SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1-CH9 1024MB Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 • • continued on the next page ASUS T5-P5G41E... - Page 16 DDR3-1333 MHz Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DIMM socket support Chip Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage (Optional) Brand SAMSUNG SEC 846 HCH9 SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1-CH9 1024MB • • K4B1G08460 SEC 913 HCH9 SAMSUNG M378B2873EH1-CH9 1024MB Samsung • • K4B1G0846E SAMSUNG M378B5673DZ1-CH9 2048MB Samsung K4B1G0846D-HCH9 •...
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Page 17: Dimm Support
A*: Supports one module inserted into either slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS T5-P5G41E... - Page 18 1-10 Chapter 1: System introduction...
- Page 19 Chapter 2 This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD.
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Page 20: Chapter 2: Starting Up
Installing an operating system The barebone system supports Windows XP / 64-bit XP / Vista / 64-bit Vista / ® Windows 7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and ® corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. -
Page 21: Support Dvd Information
• The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates. 2.3.1 Running the support DVD To begin using the support DVD, place the DVD in your optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. -
Page 22: Drivers Menu
Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll Allows you to easily install all necessary drivers for your system. Intel Chipset Driver Installs the Intel Chipset driver. -
Page 23: Utilities Menu
Allows you to easily install all bundled utilities for this motherboard. ASUS Update Installs the ASUS Update that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and drivers. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 4-2 for details. -
Page 24: Asus Contact Information
TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games on your computer. Visit the Microsoft website at www.microsoft.com for updates. 2.3.4 ASUS contact information The Contact tab displays the ASUS contact information. Chapter 2: Starting up... -
Page 25: Software Information
2.4.1 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet. Eight seconds after powering on your computer, you can instantly surf the Internet, use Skype or other Express Gate applications without entering the Windows ®... - Page 26 <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Print Screen> Save screen snapshots to file When you are using ASUS Express Gate for the first time, launch an application from the splash screen, a first-time wizard will appear and guide you through basic Express Gate configurations including language, date, and time.
- Page 27 Launches the Web Browser for quick access to the Internet. You can view PDF files from the web pages or your USB storage device. ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs, and USB drives. It supports file downloading to USB drives only.
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Page 28: Accessing The Internet
Left-click this icon to launch the File Manager window. Right- click it to eject the removable storage device / USB drive. Exits ASUS Express Gate. Click Yes to enter the operating system you installed on the hard disk drive. - Page 29 JPEG, GIF, BMP, and PNG formats are supported. Refer to the online Help for details. ASUS Express Gate supports SATA devices connected to motherboard chipset-controlled onboard SATA ports only. All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT supported.
- Page 30 Express Gate. Refer to 4.7.2 Express Gate for details. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Press ENTER to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 the utility to select and update BIOS. Express Gate [Auto] This utility supports Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] 1.FAT 12/16/32 (r/w)
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Page 31: Asus Ai Manager
2.4.2 ASUS AI Manager ASUS AI Manager allows you to launch AI Disk, AI Security, AI Booting, and AI Probe easily. Installing AI Manager To install AI Manager on your computer: Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled on your computer. - Page 32 Click to switch between a full-screen AI Manager window and the Quick bar. Click to keep AI Manager in the taskbar. Click to close AI Manager. Main Launch AI Disk, AI Security, AI Booting, and AI Probe from the Main menu. Click the small triangle to open or close the Main menu.
- Page 33 To lock a device: If you are using AI Security for the first time, key in a password consisting of up to 20 alphanumeric characters. Confirm your password. Key in your password hint (optional). Click OK. ASUS T5-P5G41E 2-15...
- Page 34 Select the device you want to lock, then click Apply. Key in your password, then click OK. The device you selected cannot be accessed without the password. To unlock a device: Deselect the device you locked, then click Apply. Key in your password, then click OK. To change your password, click Change Password and follow the onscreen instructions.
- Page 35 Select a device, then specify the boot sequence of the device by clicking the left/right button. When done, press Apply. AI Probe AI Probe automatically detects the motherboard and CPU temperatures, CPU fan speed, and CPU voltage. It also allows you to adjust these values manually. ASUS T5-P5G41E 2-17...
- Page 36 My favorites Add your favorite applications to the My Favorites menu. To add an application: Click Add and then from the succeeding screen select the application you want to add to the My Favorites menu. Click Open. The application you selected is added and its icon appears. Right-click an icon in the My Favorites menu to open, delete, or rename the corresponding application.
- Page 37 Support The Support menu displays links to the ASUS international website, online technical support website, online download support website, and contact information website. Information The Information menu displays the general information of your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, memory, and other devices installed.
- Page 38 2-20 Chapter 2: Starting up...
- Page 39 Chapter 3 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.
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Page 40: Chapter 3: Motherboard Info
Introduction The motherboard comes already installed in ASUS T5-P5G41E system. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. Motherboard layout 26.7cm(10.5in) PCI1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super VT6308P PCIEX16 FRONT_CON ATX12V AUDIO P5QP18L SPDIF_O... -
Page 41: Jumpers
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values. ASUS T5-P5G41E... - Page 42 Keyboard / USB device wake-up (3-pin KB_USB5PWR) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard / USB device wake-up features. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you press a key on the keyboard, or using the USB devices connected to the onboard USB connector.
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Page 43: Connectors
These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. Digital audio connector (4-pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. - Page 44 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for the 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs from the power supply unit. The plugs from the power supply unit are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
- Page 45 480 Mbps connection speed. USB5 P5QP18L USB_P5+ USB_P5- USB+5V PIN 1 P5QP18L USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to this USB connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module cable is purchased separately. ASUS T5-P5G41E...
- Page 46 Chapter 3: Motherboard Info...
- Page 47 Chapter 4 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.
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Page 48: Chapter 4: Bios Setup
BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you ®... - Page 49 Auto Select. Click Click Next. Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. ASUS T5-P5G41E...
- Page 50 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file Fom the Windows desktop, click ® Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file from the dropdown menu, then click Next.
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Page 51: Asus Ez Flash 2
4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:... -
Page 52: Asus Crashfree Bios
4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated BIOS file. -
Page 53: Bios Setup Program
The BIOS setup screens in this chapter are for reference only. They may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS T5-P5G41E... -
Page 54: Bios Menu Screen
• The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. 4.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. -
Page 55: Menu Items
Pop-up window Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> /<Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen. 4.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS T5-P5G41E... -
Page 56: Main Menu
Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced... -
Page 57: Sata1~4
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] ASUS T5-P5G41E 4-11... -
Page 58: Storage Configuration
SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 4.3.4 Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the SATA devices installed in the system. -
Page 59: System Information
: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU @ 2.66GHz Speed : 2666MHz System Memory Installed Size : 1024MB Usable Size : 990MB BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS T5-P5G41E 4-13... -
Page 60: Advanced Menu
Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power... - Page 61 ® ® [Enabled], you can adjust the system power settings in the operating system to use the EIST feature. Set this item to [Disabled] if you do not want to use the EIST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS T5-P5G41E 4-15...
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Page 62: Chipset
4.4.2 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings Configure North Bridge features. WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. -
Page 63: Onboard Devices Configuration
Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN controller. This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to Enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] VT6308P Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the VT6308P Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS T5-P5G41E 4-17... -
Page 64: Usb Configuration
4.4.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration Options Module Version - 2.24.5-13.4 Disabled Enabled USB Devices Enabled: None USB Functions [Enabled]... -
Page 65: Pcipnp
When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes] ASUS T5-P5G41E 4-19... -
Page 66: Power Menu
Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Suspend Mode [Auto] Select the ACPI state ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled]... -
Page 67: Apm Configuration
When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS T5-P5G41E 4-21... -
Page 68: Hardware Monitor
4.5.5 Hardware Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature CPU Temperature [43ºC/109ºF] MB Temperature [31ºC/87.5ºF] CPU Fan Speed [3515RPM] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] VCORE Voltage [ 1.360V] 3.3V Voltage [ 3.320V] 5V Voltage [ 5.053V] 12V Voltage [12.251V] CPU Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU / MB... -
Page 69: Boot Menu
The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: ®... -
Page 70: Boot Settings Configuration
This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep... -
Page 71: Security
If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 3.3 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. ASUS T5-P5G41E 4-25... -
Page 72: Change User Password
BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Installed <Enter> again to User Password : Installed disabled password. Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check [Setup] User Access Level [Full Access] This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. -
Page 73: Tools Menu
(C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Ok>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Ok> to confirm your choice. -
Page 74: Express Gate
4.7.2 Express Gate [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first... -
Page 75: Exit Menu
Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS T5-P5G41E 4-29... - Page 76 4-30 Chapter 4: BIOS setup...