Asus P8P67 (REV 3.1)- Manuals

v 4.3.4 TurboV EVO ................................................................................ 4-6 4.3.5 EPU ........................................................................................... 4-11 4.3.6 FAN Xpert.............................................................................

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...

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...

viii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technolog...

ix Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select. Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. <Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than an...

x P8P67 REV 3.1 specifications summary (continued on the next page) CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel ® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Intel ® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel The Intel ® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on CPU types. ...

xi (continued on the next page) P8P67 REV 3.1 specifications summary Audio Realtek ® ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - ASUS Noise Filter - Opti...

xii P8P67 REV 3.1 specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment - vCCIO: Adjustable I/O voltage at 0.00625V increment - vCCSA: 144-step system agent voltage control - vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - v...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 1-1 Chapter 1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS ® P8P67 REV 3.1 motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!Before you start installing the motherboard, and h...

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1155 socket for Intel ® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel ® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors in LGA1155 package with...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM The world’s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use of two onboard chips—EPU (Energy Processing Unit) and TPU (TurboV Processing Unit). New generation Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VR...

1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 MemOK! MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success. AI Suite II With ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 1-5 Chapter 1 ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS EZ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-1 2.1 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 wrist strap or t...

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.8 Internal Connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about internal connectors and rear panel connectors. 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-3 Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin CHA_FAN2, 3-pin PWR_FAN1) 2-27 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-28 3. LGA1155 CPU socket 2-4 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-5 ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-5 Chapter 2 Recommended memory configurations 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the ...

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-chan...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-7 Chapter 2 Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-10-10-28 1.65 • • G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • G.SKILL...

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM G.SKILL F3-14400CL6D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65 • • G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.6 • ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-13 Chapter 2 Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot . • 2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into either...

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot [blue...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-15 Chapter 2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIEx16_1 shared – – – – – – – PCIEx16_2 shared – – – – – – – PCIEx1_1 – – shared – – – – – PCIEx1_2 – – – shared – – – – PCI_1 – – shared – – – – – PCI_2 – – – shared – – – – PCI 3 shared – – – – – – – LAN_1 – sh...

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. MemOK! switch Installing ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-17 Chapter 2 2. TPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The TPU LED (O2LED1) near the TPU switch li...

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 3. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-19 Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. DRAM LED The DRAM LED indicates DRAM status during POST (Power-on Self Test). If an error is found , the DRAM LED will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user- friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root prob...

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 3. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable . 4. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable .

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-21 Chapter 2 2.2.7 Jumper 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 RAM ...

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® P67 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you ca...

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 3. Marvell ® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • The SATA6G_E1/E2 (navy blue) connectors are for data drives only. ATAP...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-25 Chapter 2 4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with USB 3.0 specification that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3...

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 6. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to t...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-27 Chapter 2 8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN1) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. • The CPU_F...

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-29 Chapter 2 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug; otherwise, th...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-31 Chapter 2 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive ...

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SAT...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-33 Chapter 2 A B 1 2 3 2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-35 Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 B B A A 1 3 4

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 A B B A 1

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-37 Chapter 2 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM 2.3.4 DIMM installation B A

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2 1 The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same.

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 1 2 OR OR

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-41 Chapter 2 2.3.7 SATA device connection OR 2 OR 1

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector IDE_LED POWER SW RESET SW IDE_LED- IDE_LED+ PWR Reset Ground Ground 1 2 USB 2.0 AAFP To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-43 Chapter 2 2.3.9 Expension Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards

2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.10 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 7. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 3. Bluetooth module* 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 4. IEEE 1394a port 10. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 5. LAN ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-45 Chapter 2 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports ***Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In ...

2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-47 ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 2-47 Chapter 2 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port.

2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-1 Chapter 3 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS EFI BIOS is an Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with uEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and co...

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To ac...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, c...

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-5 Chapter 3 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The S...

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this sectio...

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options:[Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to indivi...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-9 Chapter 3 Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. CPU Power Management The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio betwee...

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Long Duration Maintained [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.Short Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.Additional Turbo Voltage [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-11 Chapter 3 Manual Adjustment [Medium] This item appears only when you set the Phase Control item to [Manual Adjustment]. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI+ VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the t...

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 2.20V with a 0.00625V interval. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with t...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-13 Chapter 3 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Main Ai Tweaker Advanced M...

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. Scroll down to display the following items: CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-15 Chapter 3 Hyper-threading [Enabled] The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors to the operating system, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously.[Enabled] Two threads per...

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Enables or disables the CPU C6 (ACPI C3) report to OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit VT-d Enable/Disable Back Advanced\ System Agent Configurati...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-17 Chapter 3 3.5.4 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit (1) IDE Mo...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-19 Chapter 3 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. The following two items appear only when you set the Azalia HD Audio item to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD...

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 PCI Express X16_2 slot (black) bandwidth [Auto] [Auto] PCIeX16_2 slot runs at X1 mode for system resource optimization. [X4 mode] PCIeX16_2 slot runs at x4 mode for high performance support. (USB3_34, PCIeX1_1, and PCIeX1_2 will be disabled.) Marvell Storage Cont...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-21 Chapter 3 Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the A...

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Power On By Ring [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables Ring to generate a wake event. Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-23 Chapter 3 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxx�C/xxx�F] [xxx�C/xxx�F] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and mother...

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-25 Chapter 3 Chassis Fan Profile [Standard]This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan.[Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on ...

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the f...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-27 Chapter 3 Boot Option Priorities 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. • To select the boot device during system startup...

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Be used to update BIOS EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode 3.8.1...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-29 Chapter 3 • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS s...

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the defaul...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-31 Chapter 3 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually ...

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet:1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet , and then click Next . 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIO...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-33 Chapter 3 • The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fi...

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility The ASUS EZ Flash Utlity feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. T...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-35 Chapter 3 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 ...

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Booting the system in DOS environment 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu . Insert the support DVD i...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 3-37 Chapter 3 2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM Update ROM Note Saving BIOS: PATH: A:\ BOARD: P8P67 REV 3.1...

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 4. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your computer. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-1 Chapter 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® XP/ 64-bit XP/ V...

4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Rea...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite I...

4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss.After inst...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-5 Chapter 4 4.3.3 BT GO! BT GO! connects a bluetooth (BT) device with the motherboard through Bluetooth connection for file transferring, file synchronization, music playback, personal manager, and multiple remote functions. Launching BT GO! After installing AI Suite II from the...

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.4 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as Auto Tuning function that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up. After installing AI Suite II from the...

4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. The first time you use CPU Ratio , go to AI Tweaker > CPU Power Management in BIOS and set the Turbo Ratio item to [Maximum Turbo Ratio setting in OS] , or activate CPU Ratio by clicking the ON button...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-9 Chapter 4 Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal env...

4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 3. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. To keep the result, click Stop . 4. If you did not click Stop in the previous step, Turbo...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-11 Chapter 4 4.3.5 EPU EPU is an energy-efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs. This utility provides several modes that you can select to save system power. Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status. Y...

4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.6 FAN Xpert Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s system loading. The built-in va...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.7 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility, you are assured...

4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.8 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, click Tool ...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-15 Chapter 4 4.3.9 Monitor The Monitor section includes the Sensor and CPU Frequency panels. Sensor The Sensor panel displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and v...

4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.10 System Information The System Information section displays the information about the motherboard, CPU, and memory slots. • Click the MB tab to see the details on the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU tab to se...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-17 Chapter 4 4.3.11 Audio configurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes ...

4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.4 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solution: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • You must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA har...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-19 Chapter 4 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array.To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration:1. Instal...

4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, pr...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-21 Chapter 4 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAI...

4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following scr...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-23 Chapter 4 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows ® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB floppy...

4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation To install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third- party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. Press <F6>, and the...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 4-25 Chapter 4 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation.To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s Vendor ID (VID) and...

4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. 9. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 5-1 Chapter 5 Chapter 5: ATI ® CrossFireX™ technology support 5.1 ATI ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the ATI ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi- graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this sec...

ASUS P8P67 REV 3.1 5-3 Chapter 5 5.3 Software information 5.3.1 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. • Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI ® CrossFireX™ technology. Download th...

5-4 Chapter 5: ATI ® CrossFireX™ technology support Chapter 5 Enabling Dual CrossFireX settings 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure . 2. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. 3. Select Enable C...

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