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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii K8V-VM Ultra specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 Overview 1-10 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-10 1.7.3 Installing...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii K8V-VM Ultra specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 Overview 1-10 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-10 1.7.3 Installing...
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...qualified service technician or your area. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. If possible, disconnect... all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are connected. Operational safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you ...
...qualified service technician or your area. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. If possible, disconnect... all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are connected. Operational safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you ...
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Product Introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of this motherboard.
Product Introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of this motherboard.
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... board VT8237A southbridge provides the complete solution for buying the ASUS® K8V-VM Ultra motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package Contents Check your K8V-VM Ultra package for the following items. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Serial ATA cable kit...
... board VT8237A southbridge provides the complete solution for buying the ASUS® K8V-VM Ultra motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package Contents Check your K8V-VM Ultra package for the following items. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Serial ATA cable kit...
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... generation components and peripherals. When Serial ATA installing OS, there is no need to provide efficient power management for a cool and quiet environment. Technology The K8V-VM Ultra supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-3 Backwards compatible with an ACPI management function to set up to interconnect with the AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors.
... generation components and peripherals. When Serial ATA installing OS, there is no need to provide efficient power management for a cool and quiet environment. Technology The K8V-VM Ultra supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-3 Backwards compatible with an ACPI management function to set up to interconnect with the AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors.
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...-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. No need to reboot the computer and perform an smart auto-recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. See page 2-7. ASUS MyLogo™ This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. See pages 2-31. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product...
...-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. No need to reboot the computer and perform an smart auto-recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. See page 2-7. ASUS MyLogo™ This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. See pages 2-31. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product...
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K8V-VM ULTRA SB_PWR R r ON Standby Power K8V-VM ULTRA Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-5 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, ensure that ...
K8V-VM ULTRA SB_PWR R r ON Standby Power K8V-VM ULTRA Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-5 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, ensure that ...
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EATXPWR 1.5 Motherboard Overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 18.2cm (7.2in) PS/2KBM T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM2 ATX12V CPU_FAN DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) K8V-VM ULTRA Socket 754 PARALLEL PORT VGA PS2_USB_PWR USB12 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In ALC660 Super...
EATXPWR 1.5 Motherboard Overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 18.2cm (7.2in) PS/2KBM T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM2 ATX12V CPU_FAN DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) K8V-VM ULTRA Socket 754 PARALLEL PORT VGA PS2_USB_PWR USB12 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In ALC660 Super...
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Do not overtighten the screws! K8V-VM ULTRA Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so may damage the motherboard. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis : R r ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-7 The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! K8V-VM ULTRA Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so may damage the motherboard. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis : R r ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-7 The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... damage the CPU! 1.6.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to install a CPU. 1. Locate the 754-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 2. Socket Lever 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This mark indicates the processor Pin A1 that the socket lever is lifted up to 90... Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a surface mount 754-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor. The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle at one corner. Gold Arrow K8V-VM ULTRA R r K8V-VM ULTRA CPU Socket 754 Incorrect installation of ...
... damage the CPU! 1.6.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to install a CPU. 1. Locate the 754-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 2. Socket Lever 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This mark indicates the processor Pin A1 that the socket lever is lifted up to 90... Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a surface mount 754-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor. The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle at one corner. Gold Arrow K8V-VM ULTRA R r K8V-VM ULTRA CPU Socket 754 Incorrect installation of ...
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... force the CPU into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-9 Connect the CPU fan cable to indicate that it fits in one correct orientation. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to secure the...
... force the CPU into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-9 Connect the CPU fan cable to indicate that it fits in one correct orientation. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to secure the...
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For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from qualified vendors. K8V-VM ULTRA DIMM1 DIMM2 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. R r K8V-VM ULTRA 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64 MB, 128 MB, 256...
For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from qualified vendors. K8V-VM ULTRA DIMM1 DIMM2 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. R r K8V-VM ULTRA 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64 MB, 128 MB, 256...
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... AM3A568AJT-6B K4H560838E-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B HYB25D256800BT-5B K4H560838F-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B A2S56D3OBTP A2S56D3OATP V58C2256804SAT5B K4H560838F-TCCC A2S56D30BTP HY5DU56822CT-J V58C2256804SAT6 (Continued on the next page) DIMM support A* B* ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-11 Obtain DDR DIMMs only from qualified vendors for use with this...
... AM3A568AJT-6B K4H560838E-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B HYB25D256800BT-5B K4H560838F-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B A2S56D3OBTP A2S56D3OATP V58C2256804SAT5B K4H560838F-TCCC A2S56D30BTP HY5DU56822CT-J V58C2256804SAT6 (Continued on the next page) DIMM support A* B* ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-11 Obtain DDR DIMMs only from qualified vendors for use with this...
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...socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in the motherboard. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-13 Locate the DIMM sockets in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the ...;ngers when pressing the retaining clips. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components...
...socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in the motherboard. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-13 Locate the DIMM sockets in place and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the ...;ngers when pressing the retaining clips. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components...
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...card, read the documentation that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Turn on the slot. 5. The following sub-sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that you intend to use . 4. Keep the screw for the expansion card. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Make ... card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Assign an IRQ to the tables on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Refer to the card. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2....
...card, read the documentation that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Turn on the slot. 5. The following sub-sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that you intend to use . 4. Keep the screw for the expansion card. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Make ... card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Assign an IRQ to the tables on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Refer to the card. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2....
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shared INT B -- shared -- INT C -- -- -- otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-15 When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; INT D -- -- -- ... IRQ Holder for PCI Steering PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 OnBoard VGA INT A shared --
shared INT B -- shared -- INT C -- -- -- otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-15 When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; INT D -- -- -- ... IRQ Holder for PCI Steering PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 OnBoard VGA INT A shared --
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The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other PCI cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a network card ...installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI...
The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other PCI cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a network card ...installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI...
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... the cap will cause system boot failure! The RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. K8V-VM ULTRA CLRTC R r 3 2 1 2 Normal Clear CMOS (Default) K8V-VM ULTRA Clear RTC RAM ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-17 To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 4. 1.9 Jumpers...
... the cap will cause system boot failure! The RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. K8V-VM ULTRA CLRTC R r 3 2 1 2 Normal Clear CMOS (Default) K8V-VM ULTRA Clear RTC RAM ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-17 To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 1-2. 4. 1.9 Jumpers...
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... Surround. 5. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a speaker. 1.10 Connectors This section describes and illustrates the rear panel and internal connectors on the motherboard. 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 1. This 6-pin port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45... Line In Line Out Mic In 4-Channel Back Surround Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-Channel Back Surround Front Speaker Out Center/LFE ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-19 PS/2 mouse port (green). Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other audio...
... Surround. 5. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a speaker. 1.10 Connectors This section describes and illustrates the rear panel and internal connectors on the motherboard. 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 1. This 6-pin port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45... Line In Line Out Mic In 4-Channel Back Surround Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-Channel Back Surround Front Speaker Out Center/LFE ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-19 PS/2 mouse port (green). Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other audio...
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... Master Slave Mode of the following modes to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of devices Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black,...for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) The onboard IDE connectors are three connectors on the IDE connector is set as "Cable-Select," make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. K8V-VM ULTRA PRI_IDE SEC_IDE R r K8V-VM ULTRA IDE Connector ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-...
... Master Slave Mode of the following modes to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of devices Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black,...for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cables. IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) The onboard IDE connectors are three connectors on the IDE connector is set as "Cable-Select," make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. K8V-VM ULTRA PRI_IDE SEC_IDE R r K8V-VM ULTRA IDE Connector ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-...