Page 2 - Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.; Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software
ii E5441First Edition V1 March 2010 Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by an...
Page 3 - P5P43T specifications summary; Chapter 1; Memory configurations; Contents
iii Notices ......................................................................................................... viSafety information ..................................................................................... viiAbout this guide ..........................................................
Page 4 - Chapter 2; Configuration fields
iv 1.10 Connectors ................................................................................. 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors .................................................. 1-211.10.2 Internal connectors ....................................................... 1-22 1.11 Software support ...
Page 6 - Notices; Federal Communications Commission Statement; • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.; Canadian Department of Communications Statement; DO NOT
vi Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:• This device may not cause harmful interference, and• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cau...
Page 7 - Safety information; Electrical safety; About this guide; How this guide is organized; Chapter 1: Product introduction
vii Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cab...
Page 8 - Where to find more information; ASUS websites; Conventions used in this guide; NOTE; Typography; Bold text; Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
viii Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation ...
Page 9 - recognize less than 3GB. We recommend a maximum
ix CPU LGA775 Socket for Intel ® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium ® dual-core / Celeron ® dual-core processors Supports Intel ® 45nm multi-core CPU Intel ® Hyper-Threading Technology ready Support Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel ® CPU s...
Page 11 - Product introduction; Motherboard; Special features; Product highlights; Intel; 00MHz FSB. This motherboard also supports Intel; Package contents
ASUS P5P43T 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction Motherboard ASUS P5P43T motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable Accessories 1 x I/O shield Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact yo...
Page 12 - the bus bandwidth for high-speed data saving and retrieval.; Innovative ASUS features; boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction PCI Express architecture PCI Express is the latest I/O interconnect technology that replaces the existing PCI. With a bus bandwidth two times higher than that of AGP 8X interface, PCI Express x16 bus performs much better in applications such as 3D gaming. Serial A...
Page 13 - ASUS AI NET2
ASUS P5P43T 1-3 ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting current PC loading and intelligently moderating power in real-time. It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage to save power and money! ASUS Express Gate Express Gate is...
Page 14 - Before you proceed; any motherboard settings.; Onboard LED
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.• Before handling components, use a grounded wris...
Page 15 - Motherboard overview; motherboard fits into it.; Placement direction; Place this side towards
ASUS P5P43T 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and da...
Page 16 - Motherboard layout
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) 1-23 8. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 1-27 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin...
Page 17 - Installing the CPU; Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
ASUS P5P43T 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel ® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium ® dual-core /Celeron ® dual-core processors. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.• Connect the chass...
Page 18 - arrow to a 135o angle.
1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. A B Load lever Retention tab 4. Lift the load pl...
Page 19 - the load lever (B) until it snaps into the
ASUS P5P43T 1-9 6. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer. DO NOT eat the Thermal Interface Material. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, ensure that you wash it off ...
Page 20 - Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel ® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel ® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heat...
Page 21 - P5P43T CPU fan connector; Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan; Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
ASUS P5P43T 1-11 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. CPU_FAN GNDCPU FAN PWRCPU FAN INCPU FAN PWM P5P43T CPU fan connector P5P43T 1.6....
Page 22 - System memory; Overview; Carefully remove the heatsink and fan
1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: P5P43T 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets DIMM_A 1 DIMM_A 2 DIMM_B 1 DIMM_B ...
Page 24 - P5P43T Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5P43T Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DD Chip Brand Chip No. Timing DIMM (BIOS) Voltage DIMM Support A* B* C* A-DATA AD31600E001GMU 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-2...
Page 28 - Installing a DIMM; Locked Retaining Clip; Removing a DIMM; DDR3 DIMM notch
1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM:1. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DDR...
Page 29 - Expansion slots; Installing an expansion card; PCI slots; comply with PCI specifications.; PCI Express x1 slots; comply with the PCI Express specifications.; PCI Express x16 slot; Express specifications.
ASUS P5P43T 1-19 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and da...
Page 30 - Jumpers; key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter
1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RA...
Page 31 - Connectors; Rear panel connectors; This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN); LAN port LED indications; LAN port
ASUS P5P43T 1-21 1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. LAN port L...
Page 32 - P5P43T fan connectors; Internal connectors
1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction 6. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. USB 2.0 ports 5 an...
Page 33 - push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.; P5P43T ATX power connectors; opening at the back of the system chassis.; P5P43T Digital audio connector
ASUS P5P43T 1-23 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. P5P43T A...
Page 34 - P5P43T SATA connectors; LPT
1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction 4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1-6) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives. The Serial ATA 3Gb/s is backward compatible with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s specification. The data transfer rate of the...
Page 35 - following modes to configure your device.
ASUS P5P43T 1-25 6. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of...
Page 36 - This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.; P5P43T System panel connector; PANEL; power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction 7. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. P5P43T System panel connector PIN 1 * Requires an ATX power supply PLED SPEAKER PLED + PLED - +5V Groun d Groun d Speake r IDE_LED + IDE_LED - PWR Groun d Rese t...
Page 37 - Front Panel Type
ASUS P5P43T 1-27 8. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification th...
Page 38 - Software support; Installing an operating system; This motherboard supports Windows; Support DVD information; To run the Support DVD; Click an item to install
1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.11 Software support 1.11.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® XP/Vista/7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. • Motherboard settings and...
Page 39 - BIOS information; Updating the BIOS; ASUS Update utility; Installing ASUS Update; Managing and updating your BIOS
ASUS P5P43T 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a networ...
Page 40 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility; Tools; to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found.; Update BIOS from a file; b. Locate the BIOS file from the; Open
2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 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: 1....
Page 41 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS; Recovering the BIOS; BIOS file to the USB port or to the floppy disk drive, if supported.; Load Setup Defaults
ASUS P5P43T 2-3 • Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that a...
Page 42 - BIOS setup program; Entering BIOS Setup at startup; To enter BIOS Setup at startup:; Entering BIOS Setup after POST; To enter BIOS Setup after POST:; power button
2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup...
Page 43 - Menu bar; For changing the basic system configuration.; BIOS menu screen; Navigation keys
ASUS P5P43T 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration. Ai Tweaker For changing system performance settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings. Power For changing the advanced power management (A...
Page 44 - Menu items; change the value of a field, select it then press; are items that do not fit on the; General help; Scroll bar
2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. 2.2.4 Menu i...
Page 45 - Main menu; Main
ASUS P5P43T 2-7 2.3 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 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Select Screen Select Item +- C...
Page 46 - Storage Configuration; if you want to configure the item.
2-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to [Auto] enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-sector Transfe...
Page 47 - System Information; automatically detects the items in this menu.; Bios Information; Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.; Processor; Displays the auto-detected CPU specification.; System Memory; Displays the auto-detected system memory.; Ai Tweaker menu; The; Ai Tweaker; Scroll down to display the following iems:
ASUS P5P43T 2-9 2.3.5 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Bios Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Di...
Page 48 - Manual; - Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.; Auto; - Loads the optimal settings for the system.; Ai Overclock Tuner; PCIE frequency. The values range from 100 to 180.; FSB/CPU External Frequency Synchronization; allows you to enable or disable the eXtreme Memory Profile.
2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual - Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Auto - Loads the opt...
Page 49 - DRAM Timing Control
ASUS P5P43T 2-11 1st Information: 9-9-9-24-4-74-10-5 CAS# Latency [5DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [4 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks] [6 DRAM Clocks] [7 DRAM Clocks] [8 DRAM Clocks] [9 DRAM Clocks] [10 DRAM Clocks] [11 DRAM Clocks] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [5DRAM Clocks]DRAM RAS# Precharge [5DRAM C...
Page 51 - Ai Transaction Booster; keys to adjust the value. Configuration options:
ASUS P5P43T 2-13 Ai Clock Twister [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Lighter] [Light] [Moderate] [Strong] [Stronger] Ai Transaction Booster [Auto] Allows you to set the system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following items appear on...
Page 52 - Advanced menu; Advanced; CPU Configuration; Setting this item to
2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.5 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. CPU Configuration Chipset ...
Page 53 - Chipset; North Bridge Configuration; Onboard Devices Configuration; Allows you to enable or disable the high definition audio.
ASUS P5P43T 2-15 The following item appears only when you installed an Intel ® CPU that supports the Enhanced Intel ® SpeedStep ® Technology (EIST). Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled] Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel ® SpeedStep ® Technology. When set to [Enabled], you can adjust the system p...
Page 54 - USB Configuration; to display the configuration options.; None
2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information Front Panel Type [HD Audio] Allows you to select the front panel type. If High Definition Audio Front Panel used, please set HD Audio mode. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] JMB368 IDE [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the JMB368 IDE controller. Config...
Page 55 - USB Mass Storage Device Configuration; PCI PnP; devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices.
ASUS P5P43T 2-17 USB Functions [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the USB functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable USB 2.0 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] Allow...
Page 56 - Power menu; APM Configuration
2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.6 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM...
Page 57 - Hardware Monitor; Ignored
ASUS P5P43T 2-19 Power On By External Modems [Disabled] This allows either settings of [Enabled] or [Disabled] for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] W...
Page 58 - Boot Device Priority; st ~ xxth Boot Device; Boot menu; Boot; press; This item appears only when you enable the; Chassis Q-Fan Control; feature and allows
2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.7.1 Boot Device Priority 1st ~ xxth Boot Device These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: ...
Page 59 - Security; Hard Disk Drives
ASUS P5P43T 2-21 AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On] Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] When set to E...
Page 60 - Change Supervisor Password; allows access but does not allow change to any field.; Change User Password; Confirm the password when prompted.; Clear User Password
2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS information Change Supervisor Password Select this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed . After you set a password, this item shows Installed . To set a Supervisor Password:1. Select the ...
Page 61 - Tools menu; ASUS EZ Flash 2; , a confirmation message
ASUS P5P43T 2-23 2.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Reset User Data [No] AI NET 2 Press ENTER to run the utility to ...
Page 62 - AI NET 2; Exit menu; option, a confirmation window appears. Select; Exit & Discard Changes; Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.; Discard Changes; OK; OK
2-24 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.8.3 AI NET 2 Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe defau...
Page 63 - ASUS contact information; ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.; Technical Support
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail [email protected] Web site www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone +86-21-38429911 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL...
Page 64 - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufac ture r: A S U S Te k C O M P U TE R IN C . Addre ss, City : N o. 1 50 , L I-T E R D ., P E IT O U , T A IP E I 1 12 , T A IW A N R .O .C . C ou nt ry : TAIWAN Autho rized repres entati ve in Europe: A S U S C O M PU TE R G m bH A dd re ss , C...