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...panel connectors 2-23 2.7.2 Internal connectors 2-26 Chapter 3: Powering up 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 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 ...
...panel connectors 2-23 2.7.2 Internal connectors 2-26 Chapter 3: Powering up 3.1 Starting up for the first time 3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 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 ...
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... / Pentium® 4 processors Compatible 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 Intel® Fast Memory Access Technology 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual-channel memory ... Coaxial S/PDIF out port at midboard; ASUS Noise Filter VIA VT6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at back panel) (continued on the next page) xi one at back I/O - Supports Jack-Sensing, Enumeration, Multi-Streaming - P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus...
... / Pentium® 4 processors Compatible 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 Intel® Fast Memory Access Technology 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual-channel memory ... Coaxial S/PDIF out port at midboard; ASUS Noise Filter VIA VT6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at back panel) (continued on the next page) xi one at back I/O - Supports Jack-Sensing, Enumeration, Multi-Streaming - P5E-VM HDMI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus...
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...): 16-step CPU PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo3 ASUS AI Booster utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at back panel) ASUS AI Lifestyle Features: - 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...
...): 16-step CPU PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo3 ASUS AI Booster utility Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at back panel) ASUS AI Lifestyle Features: - 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...
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... 1 x COM connector 1 x S/PDIF Out 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...
... 1 x COM connector 1 x S/PDIF Out 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...
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... 1 x Floppy disk drive cable 1 x HDMI-to-DVI conversion adaptor I/O shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5E-VM HDMI motherboard! ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 1- Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD ASUS Superb Software Library CD User guide If any of new...
... 1 x Floppy disk drive cable 1 x HDMI-to-DVI conversion adaptor I/O shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5E-VM HDMI motherboard! ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 1- Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD ASUS Superb Software Library CD User guide If any of new...
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...file. See page 2-35 for details. saving up your BIOS easily without entering the OS. ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 1- See pages 2-31, 4-28, 4-29, and 5-26 for details. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up ... ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to the motherboard....
...file. See page 2-35 for details. saving up your BIOS easily without entering the OS. ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 1- See pages 2-31, 4-28, 4-29, and 5-26 for details. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up ... ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to the motherboard....
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PRI_EIDE EATXPWR 24.5cm (9.6in) 2.2.3 KBMS Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) ATX12V CPU_FAN Super I/O HDMI FLOPPY ® P5E-VM HDMI DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 ... CD PCI1 SPDIF_OUT IE1394_2 Intel® G35 BIOS VIA VT6308P USB910 Intel® ICH9R SATA2 SATA4 SATA6 SATA1 SATA3 SATA5 SB_PWR USB1112 USB78 CLRTC CHASSIS PANEL Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 2-
PRI_EIDE EATXPWR 24.5cm (9.6in) 2.2.3 KBMS Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) ATX12V CPU_FAN Super I/O HDMI FLOPPY ® P5E-VM HDMI DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 ... CD PCI1 SPDIF_OUT IE1394_2 Intel® G35 BIOS VIA VT6308P USB910 Intel® ICH9R SATA2 SATA4 SATA6 SATA1 SATA3 SATA5 SB_PWR USB1112 USB78 CLRTC CHASSIS PANEL Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 2-
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.../Subwoofer port (orange) 5. Line Out port (lime) 8. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 13. IEEE 1394a port 12. USB 2.0 ports 3 -6 14. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2. Line In port (light blue) 7. VGA port 3. Microphone port (pink) 9. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) Page 2-13 2-21 2-21 2-21 Page...
.../Subwoofer port (orange) 5. Line Out port (lime) 8. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 13. IEEE 1394a port 12. USB 2.0 ports 3 -6 14. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 2. Line In port (light blue) 7. VGA port 3. Microphone port (pink) 9. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) Page 2-13 2-21 2-21 2-21 Page...
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2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 1 Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 6 7 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 1. VGA port. You can just wait 15 seconds for a VGA monitor or other audio sources. 7. LAN port ... speakers in safe mode, change the display setting to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. PS/2 mouse port (green). Line In port (light blue). ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 2-23 This port connects a headphone or a speaker.
2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 1 Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 6 7 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 1. VGA port. You can just wait 15 seconds for a VGA monitor or other audio sources. 7. LAN port ... speakers in safe mode, change the display setting to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. PS/2 mouse port (green). Line In port (light blue). ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 2-23 This port connects a headphone or a speaker.
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... connectors are for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 2-29 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. ® P5E-VM HDMI USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC USB...cable is purchased separately. 5. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. ® P5E-VM HDMI +5V SPDIFOUT GND 4. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install ...
... connectors are for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 2-29 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. ® P5E-VM HDMI USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC USB...cable is purchased separately. 5. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. ® P5E-VM HDMI +5V SPDIFOUT GND 4. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install ...
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...the front panel 1394 cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the IEEE 1394a connector. The IEEE 1394a module cable is for a IEEE 1394a port. CD ® P5E-VM HDMI Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel P5E-VM HDMI Internal ...panel 1394 ports. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is purchased separately. 7. Doing so will damage the motherboard...
...the front panel 1394 cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the IEEE 1394a connector. The IEEE 1394a module cable is for a IEEE 1394a port. CD ® P5E-VM HDMI Left Audio Channel Ground Ground Right Audio Channel P5E-VM HDMI Internal ...panel 1394 ports. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is purchased separately. 7. Doing so will damage the motherboard...
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...SENSE1_RETUR PRESENCE# GND NC NC NC AGND Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L P5E-VM HDMI Analog front panel connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This.... The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you intend to [AC'97]. See section 4.4.5 Onboard ...
...SENSE1_RETUR PRESENCE# GND NC NC NC AGND Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L P5E-VM HDMI Analog front panel connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This.... The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you intend to [AC'97]. See section 4.4.5 Onboard ...
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...system power button. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker ® P5E-VM HDMI IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- P5E-VM HDMI System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the chassis...or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power LED. PWR Ground Reset Ground 13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The speaker ...
...system power button. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker ® P5E-VM HDMI IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- P5E-VM HDMI System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the chassis...or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power LED. PWR Ground Reset Ground 13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The speaker ...
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Directions below shows how to ASUS QConnector first. Step1. You can use ASUS Q-Connector to connect / disconnect chassis front panel cables by only a few steps. Step3. Connect correct front panel to install ASUS QConnector. Front panel functions are enabled. Q-Connector (system panel) You can refer to the marking on Q-Connector itself to know the detail pin definition. Properly install the ASUS Q-Connector to the System panel connctor. ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 2-35 Step2.
Directions below shows how to ASUS QConnector first. Step1. You can use ASUS Q-Connector to connect / disconnect chassis front panel cables by only a few steps. Step3. Connect correct front panel to install ASUS QConnector. Front panel functions are enabled. Q-Connector (system panel) You can refer to the marking on Q-Connector itself to know the detail pin definition. Properly install the ASUS Q-Connector to the System panel connctor. ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 2-35 Step2.
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Be sure that is equipped with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you turned on...4. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. Check the jumper settings and ... replace the system case cover. 2. If your retailer for the first time 1. While the tests are secured. 3. ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 3- Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. AMI...
Be sure that is equipped with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you turned on...4. If you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. Check the jumper settings and ... replace the system case cover. 2. If your retailer for the first time 1. While the tests are secured. 3. ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 3- Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. AMI...
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... 1394 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to disable or enable ... (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. 4.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Onboard Device Configuraiton High Definition Audio Front Panel Type Onboard 1394 Controller Onboard PCIE GbE LAN LAN Option ROM J-Micron PATA Controller [Enabled] [HD Audio] [Enabled] [Enabled]...
... 1394 Controller [Enabled] Allows you to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to disable or enable ... (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. 4.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Onboard Device Configuraiton High Definition Audio Front Panel Type Onboard 1394 Controller Onboard PCIE GbE LAN LAN Option ROM J-Micron PATA Controller [Enabled] [HD Audio] [Enabled] [Enabled]...
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...Probe II main window allows you turn it on the main window right handle. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Click to close the Preference panel ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 5-15 If Autorun is not enabled in the Windows® taskbar. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU ... the application. You can start installation. 2. Double-click the setup.exe file to complete installation. The PC Probe II main window appears. 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you are assured that your computer ...
...Probe II main window allows you turn it on the main window right handle. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS PC Probe II. 3. Click to close the Preference panel ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 5-15 If Autorun is not enabled in the Windows® taskbar. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU ... the application. You can start installation. 2. Double-click the setup.exe file to complete installation. The PC Probe II main window appears. 5.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you are assured that your computer ...
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..., as the illustrations below show. Refer to activate or deactivate. 5-16 Chapter 5: Software support Click the box before each preference to the Monitor panels section for that sensor also turns red. When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window.
..., as the illustrations below show. Refer to activate or deactivate. 5-16 Chapter 5: Software support Click the box before each preference to the Monitor panels section for that sensor also turns red. When displayed, the monitor panel for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window.
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... box. When you want to decrease value ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 5-17 The hardware monitor panels come in a small monitoring panel. Moving the monitor panels All monitor panels move or reposition the panel independently. Large display Small display Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of the monitor panels in the monitor panel by clicking the or buttons. You...
... box. When you want to decrease value ASUS P5E-VM HDMI 5-17 The hardware monitor panels come in a small monitoring panel. Moving the monitor panels All monitor panels move or reposition the panel independently. Large display Small display Changing the monitor panels position To change the position of the monitor panels in the monitor panel by clicking the or buttons. You...
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This browser displays various Windows® management information. Monitoring sensor alert The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. You can enlarge or reduce the browser size by ... the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. Refer to display on the right panel. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click an item from the left panel to the illustrations below. Click the plus sign (+) before WMI Information to display the available information. 5-18...
This browser displays various Windows® management information. Monitoring sensor alert The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. You can enlarge or reduce the browser size by ... the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. Refer to display on the right panel. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click an item from the left panel to the illustrations below. Click the plus sign (+) before WMI Information to display the available information. 5-18...