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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii K8V-VM 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 a DIMM 1-13 1.7.4 Removing a ...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii K8V-VM 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 a DIMM 1-13 1.7.4 Removing a ...
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...bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS 2-2 2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 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... 2.3.4 Primary, Secondary, Third, Fourth IDE Master/Slave...2-12 2.3.5 IDE Configuration 2-13 2.3.6 System Information 2-14 2.4 Advanced menu 2-15 2.4.1 CPU Configuration 2-15 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-...
...bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS 2-2 2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 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... 2.3.4 Primary, Secondary, Third, Fourth IDE Master/Slave...2-12 2.3.5 IDE Configuration 2-13 2.3.6 System Information 2-14 2.4 Advanced menu 2-15 2.4.1 CPU Configuration 2-15 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-...
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K8V-VM Specifications Summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB 2.0 Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors Socket 754 for discrete graphics card 1 x PCI Express x1 2... USB ports 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CD audio in connector 1 x Speaker out connector 1 x Front panel audio connector CPU/Chassis fan connectors 1 x System panel connector (Continued on the next page) viii Technology Northbridge: VIA K8M890 Southbridge: VIA VT8237A 1600 MT/s 2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM...
K8V-VM Specifications Summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN USB 2.0 Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors Socket 754 for discrete graphics card 1 x PCI Express x1 2... USB ports 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CD audio in connector 1 x Speaker out connector 1 x Front panel audio connector CPU/Chassis fan connectors 1 x System panel connector (Continued on the next page) viii Technology Northbridge: VIA K8M890 Southbridge: VIA VT8237A 1600 MT/s 2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM...
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... 'n' Quiet! PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up drive. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to 3.2GB/s to interconnect with the AMD... between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for easy connectivity. VIA K8M890 and VT8237A chipset The VIA K8M890 northbridge is a 64-bit processor...
... 'n' Quiet! PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up drive. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to 3.2GB/s to interconnect with the AMD... between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for easy connectivity. VIA K8M890 and VT8237A chipset The VIA K8M890 northbridge is a 64-bit processor...
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... for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor. The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle at one corner. K8V-VM R r K8V-VM CPU Socket 74 Incorrect installation of the CPU socket. Socket Lever 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction This mark indicates the processor Pin A1 that the socket lever is lifted up...by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to install a CPU. 1. Make sure that should match a specific corner of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! 1.6.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the...
... for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor. The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle at one corner. K8V-VM R r K8V-VM CPU Socket 74 Incorrect installation of the CPU socket. Socket Lever 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction This mark indicates the processor Pin A1 that the socket lever is lifted up...by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to install a CPU. 1. Make sure that should match a specific corner of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! 1.6.2 Installing the CPU Follow these steps to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the...
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... triangle. 4. Connect the CPU fan cable to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place. ...3. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until...
... triangle. 4. Connect the CPU fan cable to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place. ...3. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until...
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... would not power up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; PS2_USB_PWR K8V-VM 3 2 2 1 +5V +5VSB R (Default) r K8V-VM USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power ...supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB device wake-up (3-pin PS2_USB_PWR) Set this jumper to +5V to CPU...
... would not power up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; PS2_USB_PWR K8V-VM 3 2 2 1 +5V +5VSB R (Default) r K8V-VM USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power ...supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB device wake-up (3-pin PS2_USB_PWR) Set this jumper to +5V to CPU...
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... connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows you to the fan connectors. K8V-VM CD (black) Right Audio Channel R CD_GND r CD_GND Left Audio Channel K8V-VM Internal Audio Connector 4. CPU_FAN GND +12V Tachometer K8V-VM R r K8V-VM Fan Connectors CHA_FAN GND +12V Tachometer 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling...
... connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows you to the fan connectors. K8V-VM CD (black) Right Audio Channel R CD_GND r CD_GND Left Audio Channel K8V-VM Internal Audio Connector 4. CPU_FAN GND +12V Tachometer K8V-VM R r K8V-VM Fan Connectors CHA_FAN GND +12V Tachometer 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling...
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2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. AMI BIOS Version : 0202 Build Date : 03/23/06 Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Procssor 3200+ Speed : 2000 MHz Count : 1 System Memory Installed Size : 256MB Usable Size : 192MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS Information The items in this menu are auto-detected by the BIOS.
2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. AMI BIOS Version : 0202 Build Date : 03/23/06 Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Procssor 3200+ Speed : 2000 MHz Count : 1 System Memory Installed Size : 256MB Usable Size : 192MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS Information The items in this menu are auto-detected by the BIOS.
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... Able to Sub Screen General Help Save and Exit Exit V02.54 (C)Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.4.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 2-15 v02.54 (C)Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow...
... Able to Sub Screen General Help Save and Exit Exit V02.54 (C)Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.4.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 2-15 v02.54 (C)Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow...
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NorthBridge Configuration AGP Bridge K8M890 AGP/PCI EXPRESS Configuration SouthBridge VIA VT8237A Configuration HyperTransport Configuration AMD Cool ' N Quiet Configuration Options for programming CPU MTRRs when using over 4G of system memory. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MTRR Mapping [Continuous] Determines the method used for NB 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS Information ...
NorthBridge Configuration AGP Bridge K8M890 AGP/PCI EXPRESS Configuration SouthBridge VIA VT8237A Configuration HyperTransport Configuration AMD Cool ' N Quiet Configuration Options for programming CPU MTRRs when using over 4G of system memory. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MTRR Mapping [Continuous] Determines the method used for NB 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS Information ...
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...N/A. If the fan is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and...xxxxRPM] or [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed VCORE Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage [37.5°C/99.5°F] [3214RPM] [N/A] [1.424V] [3.328V] [5....
...N/A. If the fan is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and...xxxxRPM] or [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed VCORE Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage [37.5°C/99.5°F] [3214RPM] [N/A] [1.424V] [3.328V] [5....
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... AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! These changes can happen as often as 30 times per second. USB 2.0 Driver Install USB 2.0 driver. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 3- 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Voltage and Power combination ...Adapter driver. VIA 4 in 1 Drivers Install VIA 4 in 1 drivers. Install the necessary drivers to dynamically and automatically select the CPU speed. Realtek Audio Driver Install Realtek Audio driver. Technology allows the system to activate the devices. The screen display and drivers option...
... AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! These changes can happen as often as 30 times per second. USB 2.0 Driver Install USB 2.0 driver. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 3- 3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Voltage and Power combination ...Adapter driver. VIA 4 in 1 Drivers Install VIA 4 in 1 drivers. Install the necessary drivers to dynamically and automatically select the CPU speed. Realtek Audio Driver Install Realtek Audio driver. Technology allows the system to activate the devices. The screen display and drivers option...
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... either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS Screen Saver Bring life to update the motherboard BIOS in your idle screen by installing the ASUS screen saver. ASUS Cool 'n' Quiet Utility Installs the ASUS Cool 'n' Quiet software. ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0 The Adobe Acrobat...graphics and sounds. Anti-virus Utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of your computer so you keep your computer in Portable...
... either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS Screen Saver Bring life to update the motherboard BIOS in your idle screen by installing the ASUS screen saver. ASUS Cool 'n' Quiet Utility Installs the ASUS Cool 'n' Quiet software. ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0 The Adobe Acrobat...graphics and sounds. Anti-virus Utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of your computer so you keep your computer in Portable...