P5QC

    Combo Memory with DDR2 and DDR3 support!

    • Intel® P45 chipset
    • ASUS 8-phase Power Design
    • Dual-channel DDR3 1333MHz / DDR2 1066 MHz
    • 100% High-quality Japan-made Conductive Polymer Capacitors!
      (VRM 5000hrs lifespan @105°C, 500,000hrs @65°C)
    • ASUS EPU-6 Engine
    • ASUS Express Gate
    • ASUS Drive Xpert
    • VRD11.1 CPU support (backward support VRD10.X CPU)

    * DDR2 1066MHz DIMMs work only on the black slots for one DIMM per channel.

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    Specifications

    CPUIntel® Socket 775
    for Intel® Core™2 Extreme/ Core™2 Quad/ Core™2 Duo/Pentium® dual-core/Celeron® dual-core/Celeron® Processors
    Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors
    Supports Intel® 45nm Multi-Core CPU
    ChipsetIntel® P45 / ICH10R
    Front Side Bus1600/1333/1066/800 MHz
    Memory 2 x DIMM, Max. 8 GB, DDR3 1333/1066/800 Non-ECC,Un-buffered Memory
    4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR2 1066 / 800 / 667 MHz, Non-ECC, Un-buffered memory
    Dual channel memory architecture
    When installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB is recommended
    *DDR2 1066MHz DIMMs work only on the black slots for one DIMM per channel. Ensure to install the DDR2 1066MHz DIMMs ONLY on the BLACK slots!
    **Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors Lists).
    *** When installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 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 2.0 x16
    3 x PCIe x1
    2 x PCI
    Storage Southbridge
    6 xSATA 3 Gb/s ports Intel® Matrix Storage Technology Support RAID 0,1,5,10

    LAN PCIe Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET2
    Audio Realtek ALC 1200, 8-Channel High-Definition Audio CODEC
    - Support Jack-Detecting, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking
    - Coaxial S/PDIF out ports at back I/O
    - ASUS Noise-Filtering
    IEEE 1394 1394a controller supports 2 x 1394a ports
    USB 12 USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back panel)
    ASUS AI Lifestyle Features ASUS Power Saving Solution:
    - ASUS EPU-Six Engine
    - ASUS 3rd Generation 8-phase Power Design
    - ASUS AI Nap
    AI Lifestyle Features:
    - Express Gate
    - ASUS MyLogo 2
    ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
    - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heatsink
    - ASUS Fan Xpert
    ASUS EZ DIY:
    - ASUS Drive Xpert
    - ASUS AI Direct Link
    - ASUS Q-Shield
    - ASUS Q-Connector
    - ASUS O.C. Profile
    - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
    - ASUS EZ Flash 2
    Overclocking Features ASUS AI Booster
    Precision Tweaker 2:
    - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 6.25mV increment
    - vDIMM: 64-step DRAM voltage control
    - vChipset (N.B.): 40-step DRAM voltage control
    - vCPUPLL: 64-step reference voltage control
    - vFSB Termination: 15-step Hyper Transport voltage control
    SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
    - FSB tuning from 200MHz up to 800MHz at 1MHz increment
    - Memory tuning from 667MHz up to 1333MHz for DDR2
    - Memory tuning from 800MHz up to 2000MHz for DDR3
    - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to180MHz at 1MHz increment
    Overclocking Protection:
    - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
    Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (Purple)
    1 x PS/2 mouse port (Green)
    1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial)
    1 x IEEE1394a
    1 x RJ45 port
    6 x USB 2.0/1.1
    8-channel Audio I/O
    Internal I/O Connectors 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports
    1 x Floppy disk drive connector
    1 x IDE connector
    1 x COM connector
    6 x SATA connectors
    2 x Drive Xpert SATA connectors
    1 x CPU Fan connector
    2 x Chassis Fan connector
    1 x Power Fan connector
    1 x IEEE1394a connector
    Front panel audio connector
    1 x S/PDIF Out Header
    Chassis Intrusion connector
    CD audio in
    24-pin ATX Power connector
    8-pin ATX 12V Power connector
    System Panel (Q-Connector)
    BIOS 8 Mb Flash ROM DMI 2.0
    Award BIOS
    PnP
    WfM 2.0
    SM BIOS 2.4
    Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, WOR by Ring, Chasis Intrusion, PXE
    Accessories 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
    1 x FDD cable
    6 x Serial ATA cables
    1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cable
    1 x multi-function module ( 1 port eSATA and 1 port 4-pin 1394)
    1 x Q-Shield
    1 x User's manual
    1 x 3 in 1 Q-connector
    Support CD Drivers
    ASUS PC Probe II
    ASUS Update
    ASUS AI Suite
    Anti-virus software (OEM version)
    Image-Editing Suite
    Form Factor ATX Form Factor
    12 inch x 9.6 inch 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )

    The P5QC is an Intel® P45 chipset-based motherboard that combines powerful performance with great energy efficiency; and supports DDR3 1333 MHz or DDR2 1066 MHz dual-channel memory architecture and PCI Express 2.0 x16 for extreme graphics performance. It also comes with the world´s first ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit), allowing the CPU power supply to be digitally monitored and fine-tuned with improved VRM efficiency in heavy or light loadings – attaining the best possible power efficiency and energy savings to help save the environment. The P5QC also supports ASUS Express Gate – an optional Linux OS bootup for instant access to the Internet in 5 seconds.

    CPU, Chipset and Graphics features

    LGA775 Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready

    This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processors in LGA775 package. It also can support Intel® 45nm Multi-Core CPU. With new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1600/1333/1066/800MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world.

    PCIe 2.0

    Double Speed; Double Bandwidth
    This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance.

    Memory Features

    Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / DDR2 1066

    The motherboard supports DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz or DDR2 memory 1066/800/667 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3/DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 19.2 GB/s.

    * DDR2 1066MHz DIMMs work only on the black slots for one DIMM per channel.

    ASUS Power Saving Solution

    ASUS EPU-6 Engine

    System Level Energy Saving
    The new ASUS EPU - the world´s first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new 6 engine version, which provides total system power savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. With auto phase switching for components (which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, hard drives and CPU cooler/system fans), the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking - helping save power and money

    AI Nap

    Minimize noise and power consumption when temporarily away!
    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.

    ASUS Exclusive Features

    ASUS Express Gate

    0 to Internet in Seconds!
    Express Gate™ is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering Windows®.

    100% High-quality Japan-made Conductive Polymer Capacitors!(5000hrs VRM)

    This motherboard uses all high-quality Japan-made conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.

    ASUS 3rd Generation 8 Phase Power Design

    Longer Life, & Higher Efficiency!
    With power efficiency so important to operating temperatures, ASUS 8-phase VRM design leads the industry with its 96% power efficiency. High quality power components such as low RDS (on) MOSFETs for minimum switching loss & lower temperatures, Ferrite core chokes with lower hysteresis loss, and high quality Japanese-made conductive polymer capacitors all add up to ensure longer component life and lower power loss - creating more energy efficiency.

    ASUS EZ DIY

    Aesthetic Heatsink

    A new aesthetic era of 0dbt thermal solution
    The wing-shaped heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Not only the beautifully curved fins upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the special thickened bottom design effectively cools down hot airflows generated by the north bridge chipset. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS Patent Wing Heat-sink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance!

    Fan Xpert

    Active Quiet & Cool
    ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature , which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading.Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

    Q-Connector

    Make connection quick and accurate!
    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.

    EZ-Flash 2

    Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS
    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.

    Drive Xpert

    Plug & Safe!
    Without drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data on their hard drives or enhance hard drive performances without the hassles of complicated configurations. With Drive Xpert´s user-friendly graphical user interface, users can easily arrange hard drive backups or enhance their hard drive transfer rates - making sure that data is looked after every moment, every day.

    Q- Shield

    Easy and Comfortable Installations
    The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).

    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.

    Precision Tweaker 2

    Super-fine Adjustments to Help Create a Brand New O.C Record!
    Allows the user to adjust the NB Voltage, FSB termination Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration.

    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.

    ASUS Crystal Sound

    Noise Filtering

    Eliminate background noise while recording
    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.

    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.

    Industry Standard

    IEEE 1394a interface

    IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices.

    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.

    RoHS

    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

    Accessories