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...FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in this manual may or may be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR ...
...FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in this manual may or may be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR ...
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......vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Exclusive features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing...
......vii Safety information viii About this guide ix P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Exclusive features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing...
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... 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11...
... 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 AFUDOS utility 4-6 4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-8 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-10 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-10 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-10 4.2.4 Menu items 4-11...
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... [Enabled 4-26 4.5.5 APM Configuration 4-27 4.5.6 Hardware Monitor 4-28 4.6 Boot menu 4-30 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 4-30 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 4-31 4.6.3 Security 4-32 4.7 Tools menu 4-34 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-34 4.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-35 4.7.3 AI Net 2 4-36 4.8 Exit menu 4-37 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers...
... [Enabled 4-26 4.5.5 APM Configuration 4-27 4.5.6 Hardware Monitor 4-28 4.6 Boot menu 4-30 4.6.1 Boot Device Priority 4-30 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 4-31 4.6.3 Security 4-32 4.7 Tools menu 4-34 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-34 4.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-35 4.7.3 AI Net 2 4-36 4.8 Exit menu 4-37 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers...
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5.3 Software information 5-9 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3 5-9 5.3.2 Audio configurations 5-11 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 5-15 5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite 5-21 5.3.5 ASUS AI Gear 2 5-23 5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 5-24 5.3.7 ASUS AI N.O.S 5-25 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 5-26 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-27 5.3.10 ASUS Splendid 5-28 5.3.11 ASUS AI Direct Link 5-30 5.4 RAID configurations 5-32 5.4.1 RAID definitions 5-32 5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-33 5.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 5-33...
5.3 Software information 5-9 5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3 5-9 5.3.2 Audio configurations 5-11 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II 5-15 5.3.4 ASUS AI Suite 5-21 5.3.5 ASUS AI Gear 2 5-23 5.3.6 ASUS AI Nap 5-24 5.3.7 ASUS AI N.O.S 5-25 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 5-26 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-27 5.3.10 ASUS Splendid 5-28 5.3.11 ASUS AI Direct Link 5-30 5.4 RAID configurations 5-32 5.4.1 RAID definitions 5-32 5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-33 5.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 5-33...
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Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the following two conditions: • This device may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of the FCC Rules. This class B digital apparatus complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with ...
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the following two conditions: • This device may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of the FCC Rules. This class B digital apparatus complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with ...
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...local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in municipal waste. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that the power cables for disposal of electronic products. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the...
...local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in municipal waste. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that the power cables for disposal of electronic products. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the...
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... information Refer to perform when installing system components. ix It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down the system. •...
... information Refer to perform when installing system components. ix It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down the system. •...
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... an item to complete a task. Conventions used throughout this manual. Used to complete a task. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /iP5E-VM.ROM Keys enclosed in this guide To make sure that you must press the Enter or Return key. ++ If you must press two or more...
... an item to complete a task. Conventions used throughout this manual. Used to complete a task. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /iP5E-VM.ROM Keys enclosed in this guide To make sure that you must press the Enter or Return key. ++ If you must press two or more...
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P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage LAN...Express™ x1 slots 1 x PCI slot Southbridge ICH9R - 6 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s ports - Supports Jack-Sensing, Enumeration, Multi-Streaming - ASUS Noise Filter VIA VT6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at back panel) (continued on the next page) xi Intel Matrix Storage Technology ...with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Supports Intel® next-generation 45nm multi-core CPUs *This motherboard supports FSB 1333/1066/800 Intel® G35 / ICH9R with max. one at back I/O -
P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage LAN...Express™ x1 slots 1 x PCI slot Southbridge ICH9R - 6 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s ports - Supports Jack-Sensing, Enumeration, Multi-Streaming - ASUS Noise Filter VIA VT6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at back panel) (continued on the next page) xi Intel Matrix Storage Technology ...with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Supports Intel® next-generation 45nm multi-core CPUs *This motherboard supports FSB 1333/1066/800 Intel® G35 / ICH9R with max. one at back I/O -
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... (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio ports (continued on the next page) xii FSB tuning from 200MHz to 1333MHz - P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary USB AI Lifestyle Unique features Other features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel connectors 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 at mid-board, 6 at 0.0125V increment - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at...
... (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio ports (continued on the next page) xii FSB tuning from 200MHz to 1333MHz - P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary USB AI Lifestyle Unique features Other features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel connectors 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 at mid-board, 6 at 0.0125V increment - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at...
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P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support CD contents Form factor 3 x USB connectors support 6 additional USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x ... header Chassis intrusion connector Front panel audio connector CD audio in connector 24-pin ATX power connector 4-pin ATX 12V power connector System panel connector (Q-Connector) 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers...
P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support CD contents Form factor 3 x USB connectors support 6 additional USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x ... header Chassis intrusion connector Front panel audio connector CD audio in connector 24-pin ATX power connector 4-pin ATX 12V power connector System panel connector (Q-Connector) 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
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... the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5E-VM HDMI motherboard! 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 1- Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 3 x Serial ATA signal cables 3 x Serial ATA power cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable...
... the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5E-VM HDMI motherboard! 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 1- Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 3 x Serial ATA signal cables 3 x Serial ATA power cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable...
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...Pixel Shader 4.0, delivering breakthroughs in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer rates of your gaming and multimedia experience with the integrated graphics engine Intel®...the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® Quad-core Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core processors in 3D and 2D graphics as well as video capabilities. Intel® Core...
...Pixel Shader 4.0, delivering breakthroughs in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer rates of your gaming and multimedia experience with the integrated graphics engine Intel®...the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® Quad-core Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core processors in 3D and 2D graphics as well as video capabilities. Intel® Core...
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...-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a set of Contrast, Saturation, Hue, and Brightness, a delicate chipset engine built into ASUS motherboards delivers vivid colors and detailed images comparable to edit them according to conditions most favorable to 2-28 for increased multi-tasking...in every frame and dynamically adjusts them ; ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 1- With intelligent optimization of digital video standards that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video through a single cable for details. This motherboard supports dual VGA outputs for digital display ...
...-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a set of Contrast, Saturation, Hue, and Brightness, a delicate chipset engine built into ASUS motherboards delivers vivid colors and detailed images comparable to edit them according to conditions most favorable to 2-28 for increased multi-tasking...in every frame and dynamically adjusts them ; ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 1- With intelligent optimization of digital video standards that delivers multi-channel audio and uncompressed digital video through a single cable for details. This motherboard supports dual VGA outputs for digital display ...
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...use of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to minimize system noise and power consumption. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack.It allows... Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. See page 5-24 for details. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). See pages 2-23 to 2-24, 5-11 to 50% power when using word ...
...use of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to minimize system noise and power consumption. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack.It allows... Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. See page 5-24 for details. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). See pages 2-23 to 2-24, 5-11 to 50% power when using word ...
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...wrong cable connections. See page 5-14 for details. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you easy ways to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to the motherboard. See page 4-8 for details. Simply press the ...predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. See pages 4-5 and 4-34 for details. ASUS P5E-VM...
...wrong cable connections. See page 5-14 for details. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you easy ways to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to the motherboard. See page 4-8 for details. Simply press the ...predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. See pages 4-5 and 4-34 for details. ASUS P5E-VM...
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...4-31, 5-9, and 5-10 for details. See pages 5-15 to 5-20 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v steps to..., CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in case the system hangs due to the Marvell® LAN (RJ-45) port. When using ASUS PC Probe II, you can easily see which drivers are already installed, as well as those that detects and reports Ethernet cable faults and shorts...
...4-31, 5-9, and 5-10 for details. See pages 5-15 to 5-20 for details. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v steps to..., CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in case the system hangs due to the Marvell® LAN (RJ-45) port. When using ASUS PC Probe II, you can easily see which drivers are already installed, as well as those that detects and reports Ethernet cable faults and shorts...