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...Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS 2-2 2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS 2-3 2.1.4 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ........2-5 2.1.5 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS 2-7 2.2 BIOS Setup program 2-8 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-9 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-9 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-9 2.2.4 Menu...2.4.2 Chipset 2-16 2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-23 2.4.4 PCI PnP 2-24 2.5 Power menu 2-25 2.5.1 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-25 2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support 2-25 2.5.3 APM Configuration 2-26 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor 2-28 2.6 Boot menu 2-29 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-30 2.6.2...
...Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS 2-2 2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS 2-3 2.1.4 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2 ........2-5 2.1.5 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS 2-7 2.2 BIOS Setup program 2-8 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-9 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-9 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-9 2.2.4 Menu...2.4.2 Chipset 2-16 2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-23 2.4.4 PCI PnP 2-24 2.5 Power menu 2-25 2.5.1 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-25 2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support 2-25 2.5.3 APM Configuration 2-26 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor 2-28 2.6 Boot menu 2-29 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-30 2.6.2...
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Contents Chapter 3: Software Support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-3 3.2.4 Make disk menu 3-5 3.2.5 Manuals menu 3-5 3.2.6 ASUS contact information 3-6 v
Contents Chapter 3: Software Support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-3 3.2.4 Make disk menu 3-5 3.2.5 Manuals menu 3-5 3.2.6 ASUS contact information 3-6 v
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.../266 DRAM memory 1 x PCI Express x16 slot for AMD Athlon™ 64 and AMD Sempron™ processors Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! K8V-VM Ultra Specifications Summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB 2.0 Rear panel I/O ports...
.../266 DRAM memory 1 x PCI Express x16 slot for AMD Athlon™ 64 and AMD Sempron™ processors Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! K8V-VM Ultra Specifications Summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB 2.0 Rear panel I/O ports...
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ix K8V-VM Ultra Specifications Summary BIOS features ASUS special features Manageability Support CD Form factor 4Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo ASUS MyLogo ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 WOR by PME, WOL by PME, WOR by Ring Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus Software ASUS LiveUpdate MicroATX 9.6" x 7.2" (24.5cm x 19.2cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ix K8V-VM Ultra Specifications Summary BIOS features ASUS special features Manageability Support CD Form factor 4Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo ASUS MyLogo ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 WOR by PME, WOL by PME, WOR by Ring Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus Software ASUS LiveUpdate MicroATX 9.6" x 7.2" (24.5cm x 19.2cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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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. Product Introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
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... new features and latest technologies making it , check the items 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 (SATA/Power) 1 x FDD cable I/O shield Quick Start Guide If any of the...
... new features and latest technologies making it , check the items 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 (SATA/Power) 1 x FDD cable I/O shield Quick Start Guide If any of the...
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...and allows 6-channel audio through native Serial ATA, RAID, and Parallel ATA/133 support. DDR400 support DDR 400 (PC3200), the latest and fastest DDR memory standard, suppports bandwidth up drive. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-3 VIA K8M890 and VT8237A chipset The VIA K8M890 northbridge is a 64-...The on-board LAN controller is enhanced with the AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! Technology The K8V-VM Ultra supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! It is a highly integrated FAST Ethernet controller. The VIA K8M890 features an Integrated Graphics Processor (IGP)...
...and allows 6-channel audio through native Serial ATA, RAID, and Parallel ATA/133 support. DDR400 support DDR 400 (PC3200), the latest and fastest DDR memory standard, suppports bandwidth up drive. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-3 VIA K8M890 and VT8237A chipset The VIA K8M890 northbridge is a 64-...The on-board LAN controller is enhanced with the AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! Technology The K8V-VM Ultra supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! It is a highly integrated FAST Ethernet controller. The VIA K8M890 features an Integrated Graphics Processor (IGP)...
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...-recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. See page 2-7. See pages 2-31. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3.2 ASUS unique features EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS MyLogo™ This feature allows... you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. See page 2-5. CrashFree BIOS 2 Whenever BIOS gets corrupted, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 allows users to use a DOS-...
...-recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. See page 2-7. See pages 2-31. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3.2 ASUS unique features EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS MyLogo™ This feature allows... you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. See page 2-5. CrashFree BIOS 2 Whenever BIOS gets corrupted, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 allows users to use a DOS-...
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These sockets support up to 2GB system memory using 184-pin PC3200/PC2700/PC2100...1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 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. The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR 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 MB, 512...
These sockets support up to 2GB system memory using 184-pin PC3200/PC2700/PC2100...1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 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. The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR 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 MB, 512...
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... DD2508AMTA 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 motherboard.
... DD2508AMTA 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 motherboard.
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... TMD7608F8E501 V58C2256804SCT5B V58C2256804SCT5B VM256D328BT-5 W942508CH-5 W942508CH-6 W942508BH-6 W942508CH-5 MDT25B25680-50530 GL3LC32G88TG-5A DIMM support A* B* Legend: A - SS - Double-sided Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendors List. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction supports on pair of modules inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory confi...
... TMD7608F8E501 V58C2256804SCT5B V58C2256804SCT5B VM256D328BT-5 W942508CH-5 W942508CH-6 W942508BH-6 W942508CH-5 MDT25B25680-50530 GL3LC32G88TG-5A DIMM support A* B* Legend: A - SS - Double-sided Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendors List. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction supports on pair of modules inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory confi...
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... a DIMM Follow these steps to remove a DIMM. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to both the motherboard and the components. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-13 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. Failure to do so may...
... a DIMM Follow these steps to remove a DIMM. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to both the motherboard and the components. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-13 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. Failure to do so may...
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... use . 4. The following sub-sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that you removed earlier. 6. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Turn on the next page. 3.
... use . 4. The following sub-sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that you removed earlier. 6. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Turn on the next page. 3.
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When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-15 Standard Interrupt Assignments IRQ Priority 0 1 1 2 2 N/A 3 11 4* 12 5* 13 6 14 7* 15...
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-15 Standard Interrupt Assignments IRQ Priority 0 1 1 2 2 N/A 3 11 4* 12 5* 13 6 14 7* 15...
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The figure shows a LAN 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 graphics 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 network card installed on the PCI Express...
The figure shows a LAN 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 graphics 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 network card installed on the PCI Express...
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...and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of the connector. CPU_FAN GND +12V Tachometer K8V-VM ULTRA R r CHA_FAN GND +12V Tachometer K8V-VM ULTRA Fan Connectors 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Connect the fan cables... audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. K8V-VM ULTRA CD (black) Right Audio Channel R CD_GND r CD_GND Left Audio Channel K8V-VM ULTRA Internal Audio Connector 4. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the...
...and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of the connector. CPU_FAN GND +12V Tachometer K8V-VM ULTRA R r CHA_FAN GND +12V Tachometer K8V-VM ULTRA Fan Connectors 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Connect the fan cables... audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. K8V-VM ULTRA CD (black) Right Audio Channel R CD_GND r CD_GND Left Audio Channel K8V-VM ULTRA Internal Audio Connector 4. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the...
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... connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) These connectors support the thin Serial ATA cables for the front panel audio cable allows convenient connection and control of audio devices. K8V-VM ULTRA AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD R r AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L K8V-VM ULTRA Front Panel Audio Connector 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction K8V-VM ULTRA GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND...
... connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) These connectors support the thin Serial ATA cables for the front panel audio cable allows convenient connection and control of audio devices. K8V-VM ULTRA AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD R r AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L K8V-VM ULTRA Front Panel Audio Connector 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction K8V-VM ULTRA GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND...
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9. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB78 1 ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-25 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. NEVER connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to ...any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. K8V-VM ULTRA USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ ...
9. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB78 1 ASUS K8V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-25 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. NEVER connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to ...any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. K8V-VM ULTRA USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ ...
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K8V-VM ULTRA PLED+ PLEDPWR GND IDELED+ IDELED- Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several system chassis-mounted functions. Pressing the power button turns the system ON or puts the system in sleep mode. &#...power, and blinks when the system is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the system power LED. PLED PWRSW F_PANEL R r HDLED RESET K8V-VM ULTRA System Panel Connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off button (2-pin PWRSW)...
K8V-VM ULTRA PLED+ PLEDPWR GND IDELED+ IDELED- Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several system chassis-mounted functions. Pressing the power button turns the system ON or puts the system in sleep mode. &#...power, and blinks when the system is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the system power LED. PLED PWRSW F_PANEL R r HDLED RESET K8V-VM ULTRA System Panel Connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off button (2-pin PWRSW)...
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...the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name. b. e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the menu, then select Format. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.) 3. 2.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS The following to restore the ... the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. From your Windows® desktop, click on Start, then select My Computer. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD). A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears.
...the main filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension name. b. e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the menu, then select Format. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.) 3. 2.1 Managing and Updating Your BIOS The following to restore the ... the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. From your Windows® desktop, click on Start, then select My Computer. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD). A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears.
