MODEL- P5B                VENDOR- ASUS

FEATURES- Intel P965 Socket 775 Motherboard
       The P5B motherboard supports the most powerful and energy efficient
        Intel Core2 processors. It features the Intel P965 chipset and
        supports DDR2 800MHz dual-channel memory architecture. With
        exclusive innovative tools -- AI NOS, AI Gear and AI Nap -- users
        can adjust operation speed according to their specific needs. The
        P5B is a cool and stable platform that delivers extreme
        performance, minimum noise and maximum power saving!
       AI Lifestylestyle Series motherboards bring lifestyle and personal
        computing together. They provide you better system performance to
        enjoy graphic-intensive games and applications. The cutting-edge
        audio feature dramatically enhances the quality of voice signal.
        Thoughtful design allows you to set up your system easily. To
        create a peaceful environment, several new and improved innovations
        are included to reduce noise and temperature. Don't change your way
        of life for a computer. Instead let the ASUS Lifestyle Series
        improve the quality of your life.
    Includes Motherboard, UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable, FDD cable, SATA
      cables, SATA power cables, I/O Shield, User's manual, USB2.0 port
      module, 2 in 1 Q-connector.
* LGA775 Intel Core2 Processor Ready
   This motherboard supports the latest Intel Core2 processors in LGA775
   package. With Intel Core microarchitecture technology and 1066/800 MHz
   FSB, Intel Core2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy
   efficient CPU in the world.
* Intel P965 Chipset
   The Intel P965 Express Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support
   maximum 8GB dual-channel DDR2 800/533/667 architecture, 1066/800 FSB
   (front-side-bus), PCI Express x16 graphics and multi-core CPU. It
   especially includes Intel Fast Memory Access Technology that
   significantly optimizes the use of available memory bandwidth and
   reduces the latency of the memory accesses.
* Dual-Channel DDR2 800
   DDR2 is the next generation memory technology to replace the current
   DDR. With the highest speed up to 800MHz, DDR2 memory provides great
   performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications.
* ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
   - AI Gear
     Optimize performance and quietness as you wish!
     To balance both system performance and quietness, AI Gear allows users
     to choose from profiles to adjust CPU frequency and vCore voltage,
     minimizing system noise and power consumption. Users can real-time
     change the mode under operating system to suit their needs.
   - AI Nap
     With AI Nap, users can instantly snooze your PC without terminating
     the tasks. System will continue operating at minimum power and noise
     when user is temporarily away. It keeps downloading files or running
     applications in quietest state while you're sleeping. Simply click
     keyboard or mouse, you can swiftly wake up the system in few seconds.
   - Q-Fan 2
     ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis
     fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and
     efficient operation.
* ASUS EZ DIY
   - Q-Connector
     The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front
     panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique
     adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time,
     making connection quick and accurate.
   - O.C. Profile
     The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to
     conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings
     can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to
     share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.
   - CrashFree BIOS 3
     The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data
     from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves
     users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.
   - EZ Flash 2
     EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this
     tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You
     can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an
     additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility.
* ASUS Overclocking Tools
   - AI NOS
     Applications such as 3D games and video editing demand a huge chunk of
     system resource. Inject "nitrous oxide" into your CPU! The patented AI
     NOS (Non-delay Overclocking System) technology intelligently detects
     system load and automatically boosts performance for the most
     demanding tasks. Unlike other dynamic overclocking techniques, AI NOS
     reacts much faster to satisfy your unending need for speeds.
   - Precision Tweaker
     It offers ways to raise system performance inch-by-inch and step-by-
     step to achieve maximum performance! This is about getting the most
     out of your machine and taking pride in your customized computer.
       - vDIMM: Take control of how much power is going into the memory
         modules. P5B gives you 2-step voltage control to the DIMM.
       - vCore: Find out "exactly" how much power your CPU needs. Fine-tune
         it with 0.00625 volts at a time!
       - SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) allows
           - FSB tuning from 100MHz up to 400MHz at 1MHz increment
           - Memory tuning from 533MHz up to 1066MHz at 1MHz increment
           - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at 1MHz
             increments.
   - PEG Link
     This latest technology, PEG (PCI Express Graphics) Link Mode, is a
     unique feature that enables users to boost graphics card performance
     for superior video quality. PEG Link allows users to raise GPU and VGA
     memory throughput via the motherboard BIOS the same way system bus and
     memory bus are tweaked. PEG Link Mode enables powerful video
     performance on DX8 and DX9 applications. ASUS engineers carefully
     fine-tuned the parameters for every single PCI-Express card to provide
     system stability during high-speed graphics operation.
   - C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
     When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to
     open the case to clear CMOS data. Just simply restart the system, the
     BIOS would show the previous setting and then users can amend the CPU
     setting again.
* Noise Filter
   This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer
   fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it
   in the incoming audio stream while recording.
* MyLogo2
   You can convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a
   more colorful and vivid image on your screen.
* SATA on the Go
   The P5B supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA
   (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and
   doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. The
   external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-
   plug functions. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment
   contents on external devices.
* High Definition Audio
   Enjoy high-end sound system on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio
   (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-
   quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking
   functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends
   different audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to
   your partners on the headphone while playing a multi-channel network
   games. All of these are done on one computer.
* S/PDIF-out on Back I/O Port
   This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home
   theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS
   Digital Interface) jacks. It allows to transfer digital audio without
   converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality.
* GreenASUS
   The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's
   Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line
   with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable
   products and packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing
   the impact on the environment.

  -- SPECIFICATIONs -----------------------------------
PROCESSOR    - LGA775 socket for Intel Core2 Extreme/Core2 Duo/Pentium
                 Extreme/Pentium D/Pentium 4/Celeron D Processors.
               Compatible with Intel 05B/05A/06B processors
               Intel Hyper-Threading Technology ready
               Supports 1066/800/533 MHz Front Side Bus
BIOS         - 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3,
                 ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3.
CHIPSET      - Intel P965/ICH8 with Intel Fast Memory Access Technology
MEMORY       - (4) 240-pin DIMM Sockets support max. 8GB DDR2 800/667/533
                   non-ECC, un-buffered memory.
               Dual Channel memory architecture
EXPANSION    - (3) 32-bit PCI slots (PCI v2.2)
               (1) PCI-Express x16 slot
               (3) PCI-Express x1 slots
AUDIO        - Integrated ADI 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC
                 - Support Jack-Sensing, Enumeration, Multi-streaming and
                   Jack-Retasking.
                 - Coaxial/Optical S/PDIF out ports at back I/O
                 - ASUS Noise Filter
VIDEO        - None
ETHERNET     - Integrated Realtek PCI-E Gigabit LAN controller
FIREWIRE     - None
STORAGE/RAID - Southbridge: (4) SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports
               JMicron JMB363 PATA and SATA controller
                 - (1) UltraDMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices
                 - (1) Internal SATA 3.0 Gb/s port
                 - (1) External SATA 3.0 Gb/s port (SATA On-the-Go)
                 - Supports SATA RAID 0, 1 and JBOD
I/O PORTS    - Back Panel: (1) Parallel port
                           (2) PS/2 ports for Keyboard & Mouse
                           (1) S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical)
                           (1) External SATA
                           (1) RJ45 port
                           (4) USB 2.0/1.1 ports
                           (6) 8-Channel Audio I/O
               Internal  : (3) USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6
                                 USB 2.0 ports.
                           (1) Floppy disk drive connector
                           (1) IDE connector
                           (1) COM connector
                           (5) SATA connectors
                           (1) CPU Fan connector
                           (2) Chassis Fan connector
                           (1) Power Fan connector
                           Front panel audio connector
                           (1) Azalia Digital Header
                           (1) S/PDIF Out Header
                           Chassis Intrusion connector
                           CD audio in
                           24-pin ATX Power connector
                           (1) 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
                           System Panel
MANAGEMENT   - WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE
SOFTWARE     - Support CD includes Drivers, ASUS PC Probe II, Anti-virus
                 software (OEM version), ASUS LiveUpdate Utility, AI
                 Booster.
FORM FACTOR  - ATX 12" x 9.6"
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