Key facts
- Brand
- ASUS
- Model
- P5KPL
- Documents
- 5
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-05-04
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ASUS P5KPL-CM Motherboard User Manual
This guide explains how to install and configure the ASUS P5KPL-CM motherboard, covering hardware setup, CPU and memory installation, jumper settings, and connector details. It also describes the BIOS setup menus and the utilities available for updating the BIOS and managing system settings.
Safety precautions, FCC and Canadian compliance statements, and instructions for using the support DVD and additional software are included. For further product information and updates, users are directed to the ASUS website.
ASUS P5KPL specifications
| Northbridge chipset | Intel G31 |
|---|---|
| Southbridge chipset | Intel ICH7 |
| Memory slots | 2 x 240‑pin DIMM, unbuffered non‑ECC, up to 4 GB DDR2 |
| Supported memory speeds | 1066 / 800 / 667 MHz DDR2 |
| Expansion slots | 1 × PCI‑Express x16, 1 × PCI‑Express x1, 1 × PCI |
| SATA ports | 2 × SATA 3 Gb/s |
| UltraDMA hard‑disk support | UltraDMA 100 / 66 / 33 |
| USB ports | 8 × USB 2.0 (4 mid‑board, 4 back panel) |
| LAN controller | Realtek RTL8102EL 10/100 |
| Audio codec | 6‑channel ALC662 HD Audio |
All ASUS P5KPL documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I set or change the BIOS user password?
Enter the BIOS, select the Change User Password item, type a password of at least six characters, confirm it, and the system will display “Password Installed.”
What safety steps should I take before installing the motherboard?
Disconnect the power cable from the outlet, ensure all cables are unplugged before connecting or removing devices, and read the manual carefully before installation.
What should you do before installing the motherboard?
You should carefully read all the manuals that came with the package before installing the motherboard.
How can you exit the BIOS setup without saving changes?
Select the "Exit & Discard Changes" option and confirm the prompt to discard any changes made.
What safety step should be taken before relocating the system?
Disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before moving the system.
How can the BIOS be updated on the ASUS P5KPL-CM motherboard?
Use the ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility, AFUDOS utility, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility, or the ASUS Update utility.