Asus P5KPL-AM/PS motherboard

[MurTuza]

Introduction:

Asus has released the new ASUS P5KPL-AM/PS motherboard. To combat with the power fluctuation problem in India, the new motherboard is backed by the helpful Anti-Surge Protection technology.

P5KPL-AM with Intel G31 chipset inside supports Intel Quad-core CPU and features 1600(OC)/1333/1066/800MHz FSB, PCI Express x 16, Serial ATA interface, high performance integrated graphics engine, dual-channel DDR2 1066(O.C.)/800/667 memory, and 8 Channel HD Audio CODEC. Users can experience faster graphics performance and higher video quality today. P5KPL-AM is the most affordable all-in-one solution platform for Intel® Core™2 Processor with Intel G31 chipset inside.

ASUS P5KPL-AM/PS

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Features:


Intel® Quad Core Processor Ready
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core processors in LGA775 package. It also can support Intel® next generation 45nm Multi-Core CPU. It´s excellent for multi-tasking, multi-media and enthusiastic gamers with 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB. Intel® Quad-core is one of the most powerful CPU in the world.


LGA775 Intel® Core™2 Processor
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processors in LGA775 package. With new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1600(O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz Intel® Core™2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world.



Intel® G31 Chipset
The Intel® G31 Express Chipset boosts your gaming and multimedia experience with the integrated graphics engine Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100. It supports 1333MHz FSB (front-side-bus), and delivers breakthrough advances in 3D and 2D graphics; and video capabilities. This integrated chipset is able to meet the changing display requirements of visually rich applications and features the Intel® Clear Video Technology - which trailblazes new standards in high-definition video, crisp imaging, and accurate color control.


FSB 1600 support (O.C.)
ASUS´s exclusive overclocking design now unleashes the ultimate potential of the Intel® Core™2 processor. With the new Intel 45nm micro-architecture technology and FSB 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz, this motherboard allows you to enjoy the latest technology supported by one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.

Dual-Channel DDR2 1066(O.C.)
Dual-channel DDR2 technology doubles the bandwidth of your system memory and hence boost the system performance to out perform any memory existing solutions in the market.

PCI Express Architecture
PCI Express is the latest I/O interconnect technology that will replace the existing PCI. With a bus bandwidth 4 times higher than that of AGP 8X interface, PCI Express x16 bus performs much better than AGP 8X in applications such as 3D gaming. PCI Express x1 and x4 also outperforms PCI interface with its exceptional high bandwidth. The high speed PCI Express interface creates new usages on desktop PCs.


8 Channel High Definition Audio
Enjoy high-end sound system on your PC! The onboard HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, 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.


SATA 3Gb/s
Serial ATA3.0Gb/s is the next generation ATA specification that provides scalable performance for today and tomorrow. With up to 300MB/s data transfer rate, Serial ATA II is faster than current Parallel ATA, while providing 100% software compatibility.


O.C. Profile
Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings
Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings
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.


EZ Flash2
Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS
EZ Flash is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the pre-defined hotkey to launch this tool and update BIOS from a floppy disk before entering the OS.


CrashFree BIOS 3
Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from USB flash disk
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.


ASUS Q-Fan
ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation.


MyLogo2
Personalize your system with customizable boot logo
You can convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen.


Compliance with the RoHS Directive
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.

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Specifications:


CPU : Intel Socket 775 for Intel Core2 Extreme/Core2 Quad / Core2 Duo / Pentium D / Pentium 4 / Celeron D / Celeron Processors
Compatible with Intel 05B/05A/06 processors
Intel Hyper-Threading Technology ready
* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list

Chipset :Intel G31 Intel ICH7

Front Side Bus :1600*/1333/1066/800 MHz *Overclock speed

Memory
2 x DIMM, Max. 4 GB, DDR2 1066(O.C.)/800/667 Non-ECC,Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel memory architecture
When installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more, WindowsR 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB is recommended.


Expansion Slots
1 x PCIe x16
1 x PCIe x1
2 x PCI


VGA
Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (Intel GMA 3100)
Max. resolution:2048x1536X32bpp, Horizontal:127.5KHz Vertical:85Hz

Storage
Southbridge
1 xUltraDMA 100/66/33
4 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports

LAN
Realtek RTL8111C Gigabit LAN


Audio
Realtek ALC662 6 -Channel High-Definition Audio CODEC
Anti-Pop Function
Jack-detect & Multi-Streaming
Support S/PDIF Out connector

USB
8 USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel)

ASUS Unique Features
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS Q-Fan
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS MyLogo 2
Power Stabilizer


Back Panel I/O Ports



1 x PS/2 Keyboard
1 x PS/2 Mouse
1 x VGA
1 x COM
1 x Parallel port
1 x LAN (RJ45) port
4 x USB 2.0
6 Channel Audio I/O


Internal I/O Connectors
2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports
1 x internal speaker connector
1 x CPU Fan connector
1 x High Definition front panel audio connector
1 x S/PDIF Out connector
1 x CD audio-in connector
24-pin EPS 12V Power connector
4-pin ATX 12V Power connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x COM connector

BIOS
8 Mb Flash ROM
DMI 2.0
AMI BIOS
PnP
WfM 2.0
SM BIOS 2.5
ACPI 2.0

Manageability
WOL,PXE,RPL,WOR ,PME Wake Up

Accessories
1 x UltraDMA 100/66/33 cable
1 x SATA cable
1 x SATA Power cable
I/O Shield
User's manual

Support Disc
Drivers
ASUS PC Probe II
ASUS LiveUpdate Utility
Anti-virus software
Bundled Software

Form Factor
uATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 8.35 inch ( 24.5 cm x 21.2 cm )

[ajaybonde]

Is this motherboard support Win 2000 proffessional?
You will need an external eSATA Adapter to connect eSATA Drives. :
an anyone tell me whether this motherboard supports windows 7?? i mean just using the onboard vga??Can I use this board to upgrade my pc which have Pentium D 2.8GHz processor.some one told me that there may be issue regarding FSB diffrence between Processor & MB, & it may bust your processor. is it write?Can someone please tell me a good graphics card supported by this board. My budget is around 6,000.

can this motherboard support FX5500 256mb ddr AGP8X Graphic Card.
need help.

[deepak kumar verma]

Does this mobo support "eSATA" ?

its a good platform to download software

[abhishekkbalsara]

ya i think so it supports windows 7
cos recetly i bought this board and it was written on the box dat it supports
still for better performance u need a graphic card

[abhishekkbalsara]

Yes u can install Pentium D 2.8Ghz processor on it
Not only that u can actually install any processor which belongs to LGA 775 socket

And this M/B supports Core2Duo,Core2Quad and also Core2Extreme
So No issues in it

on the contrary my processor is P4 3.00Ghz HT
So no probs go ahead with this



Enjoy!!!!!!!!!

[abhishekkbalsara]

Reply to THUNDER U

U can buy any nvidia card viz
XFX 9400GT 1GB Graphics card price – Rs.2,960
XFX 9500GT 1GB Graphics card price – Rs.3,650
XFX 9600GT 1GB Graphics card price – Rs.6,400
POV 9500GT 1GB DDR2 –Rs.4800
POV 9600GT 512MB DDR3 –Rs.7100
EVGA 9600GT Knock Out (KO) 512MB DDR3 –Rs.6350
MSI 9500GT N9500GT-MD1G-OC/D2 1GB GDDR2 Graphics Card –Rs.3,852
MSI 9600GT N9600GT Green-MD512 512MB GDDR3 Graphics Card –Rs.5,936
MSI N9600GT N9600GT-T2D1G 1GB GDDR3 Graphics Card–Rs.6,385

OR

U can go for ATI RADEON
MSI R4670-2D 512/D3 512MB GDDR3 –Rs.5,200
also refer

[abhishekkbalsara]

TO,
speedo97

If u r trying to install FX 5500 ddr which is a AGP 8X card
It cant be installed on it cos it has a PCI-E X16 slot
so no chance

IN case u want a graphic card i have posted a comment regarding graphic card cost

Regards

[jaffery]

Mine is a P5KPL-AM non-SE, and the price difference is very small, and it has an 8-channel system, more two SATA connectors. However I didn't learn how to overclock it.

[abhishekkbalsara]

Mine is a P5KPL-AM non-SE, and the price difference is very small, and it has an 8-channel system, more two SATA connectors. However I didn't learn how to overclock it.

Overclocking is very simple in ASUS boards

Just go to BIOS on startup
2nd tab -> Jumper configuration
in that u will find Overclocking Profile which is 'Auto' by default
U can change it to 10 to 30 % of speed


A piece of advice :
BEFORE going for overclocking its better to have a proper heat sink and a better fan for extra cooling
Or else it might create problems

[musashi82]

i just installed the pentium D 2.8 Ghz processor on P5KPL-AM motherboard,
everything run normal BUT !! when i play 3D game like street fighter 4 , resident evil 5 ... the performance of game going slow motion type , this motherboard cant support this kind of processor , after i change to core 2 duo processor , its solve the problem ... but !! i dont know why it cant run 1st person shooting game at all ... my graphic card is Geforce 9800GT 1G ,2G ram , even put low quality mode in crysis game still not smooth !!! can some 1 tell me whats going on my cpu ? thx

[EINSTEIN_007]

i just installed the pentium D 2.8 Ghz processor on P5KPL-AM motherboard,
everything run normal BUT !! when i play 3D game like street fighter 4 , resident evil 5 ... the performance of game going slow motion type , this motherboard cant support this kind of processor , after i change to core 2 duo processor , its solve the problem ... but !! i dont know why it cant run 1st person shooting game at all ... my graphic card is Geforce 9800GT 1G ,2G ram , even put low quality mode in crysis game still not smooth !!! can some 1 tell me whats going on my cpu ? thx

Because games like street fighter 4 , resident evil 5 have a minimum system requirements of either core 2 duo processor or above.

[musashi82]

my problem is why 1st person shooting game cant run even low setting ?
i have 9800GT 1G graphic card , 2G ram , core 2 duo E7500 processor , and this P5KPL-AM otherboard , isn't this motherboard cant support my graphic card or what ? last time i use last 5 years ago's motherboard + pentium D can run COD4 very smooth , after i use this motherboard cant run at all ...

[proofinlife]

my problem is why 1st person shooting game cant run even low setting ?
i have 9800GT 1G graphic card , 2G ram , core 2 duo E7500 processor , and this P5KPL-AM otherboard , isn't this motherboard cant support my graphic card or what ? last time i use last 5 years ago's motherboard + pentium D can run COD4 very smooth , after i use this motherboard cant run at all ...

There was a post above explaining WHY a pentium D will not perform well on high end games. Simply put, a Pentium D is alike to a pentium 4 with lower voltages. It's Cache is HALF that of a pentium 4. You can consider it a dumbed down Pentium 4. Not only that, Pentium D's just cannot run at modern FSB rates that Core2 Duo's and above can attain, so they effectively bottleneck the performance of your machine.

Pentium 4's are even considered slow CPU's for gaming. Hyperthreading CPU's simply do not cut it for modern games; the GPU can't do all the work, no matter how good of a Video Card you have.

Dual Core processors such as Intel Core2 Duo or above are what is necessary to run these games nearly flawlessly. The better the core, the smoother your games. Don't cheap out and get an e7300 or something, go all the way and go for an e8300 or get into the i5 core. they are worth the money for what you want to do.

To answer your question WHY FPS games suck more juice than others like MMORPG (world of warcraft) or Strategy games (Command and Conquer), the textures used in FPS shooter games are far more complex, involve much higher tesselation (points of render for texture) and generally require a fast GPU and CPU to render the textures effectively without stutter. Without a good dual core or better CPU AND a good GPU such as a GTS Series Geforce (GTS250 And Above is recommended) will run your games great.

Just keep in mind, the mid-to-high end cards nowadays all require PSU's with special PCIe connectors for Video cards as the GTS Series uses FAR more power than, say, a Geforce 9500GT. Also, it is recommended for gaming that your Video Card have atleast 1GB of DDR3 Memory in it. High end cards will have 2GB such as the ASUS Ares (Beast AND beauty of a card, TWO Ati 5950 GPU's on one board). In other words, don't cheap out with the 512MB Variety, and don't cheap out and by a regular run of the mill non-GTS line of Geforce. Get the good card, and get a good (minimum) 500W PSU (w/ PCIe connectors) to go with it for stability and efficiency.