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... P5LD2-VM specifications summary x 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-14 1.7 System memory 1-16 1.7.1 Overview 1-16 1.7.2 Memory...
... P5LD2-VM specifications summary x 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-14 1.7 System memory 1-16 1.7.1 Overview 1-16 1.7.2 Memory...
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... motherboard. See pages 3-4 and 3-5 for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 600 MHz (FSB 800) or 533 MHz (FSB 1066/800) to meet demands for details. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-3 The GMCH features the Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950, an integrated...
... motherboard. See pages 3-4 and 3-5 for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 600 MHz (FSB 800) or 533 MHz (FSB 1066/800) to meet demands for details. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-3 The GMCH features the Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950, an integrated...
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...PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel® ICH7 DH chipset. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O) to -point serial interconnections between ... and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in the Winbond Super I /O interconnect technology that provides high-performance computing and faster memory access required for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction This high speed interface is monitored for critical components. The SATA specification...
...PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel® ICH7 DH chipset. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O) to -point serial interconnections between ... and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in the Winbond Super I /O interconnect technology that provides high-performance computing and faster memory access required for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction This high speed interface is monitored for critical components. The SATA specification...
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...; Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-11 B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 6.
...; Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. Refer to prevent bending the connectors on these CPU features. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-11 B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 6.
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... illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: ® P5LD2-VM DH DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P5LD2-VM DH 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory Configurations • IF you install less than 3GB of total memory because of memory module(s) installed per channel must be the same for other...
... illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: ® P5LD2-VM DH DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P5LD2-VM DH 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory Configurations • IF you install less than 3GB of total memory because of memory module(s) installed per channel must be the same for other...
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...8226; ••• ••• ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-17 Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard. 1.7.3 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following table lists the memory modules that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. For optimum compatibility,...been tested and qualified for details. • Due to CPU limitation, DIMM modules with the same CAS latency. Refer to the memory Qualified Vendors List on the next page for use with this motherboard. • When using one DDR DIMM module, install into ...
...8226; ••• ••• ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-17 Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard. 1.7.3 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following table lists the memory modules that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. For optimum compatibility,...been tested and qualified for details. • Due to CPU limitation, DIMM modules with the same CAS latency. Refer to the memory Qualified Vendors List on the next page for use with this motherboard. • When using one DDR DIMM module, install into ...
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... Sided DIMM Support: A - C - support for 4 modules inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory configuration. Single Sided D S - supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction supports on pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the ...black slots as one module inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. B - DDR2 667 Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor 512MB 1024MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB Hynix...
... Sided DIMM Support: A - C - support for 4 modules inserted into either slot, in a Single-channel memory configuration. Single Sided D S - supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction supports on pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots or the ...black slots as one module inserted into the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. B - DDR2 667 Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor 512MB 1024MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 1024MB 256MB 512MB 1024MB Hynix...
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... due to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap...failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Re-install the battery. 5. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-23 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, ...
... due to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap...failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Re-install the battery. 5. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-23 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, ...
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The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. AMIBIOS Version : 0128 Build Date : 05/11/05 Processor Type Speed Count : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz : 3200 MHz : 1 System Memory Size : 512MB Appropriated : 0MB Available : 504MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup
The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. AMIBIOS Version : 0128 Build Date : 05/11/05 Processor Type Speed Count : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.20GHz : 3200 MHz : 1 System Memory Size : 512MB Appropriated : 0MB Available : 504MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup
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...Express frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR2-400MHz] [DDR2-533MHz] [DDR-667MHz] Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may damage the memory module(s)! 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS setup The value of this happens, revert to become unstable! You can also type the desired CPU frequency using... correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings. PCI Express Frequency [Auto] Allows you to the DDR2 documentation before adjusting the memory voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.812V] [1.904V] Refer to set to synchronize the PCI frequency with the PCI Express or CPU...
...Express frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR2-400MHz] [DDR2-533MHz] [DDR-667MHz] Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may damage the memory module(s)! 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS setup The value of this happens, revert to become unstable! You can also type the desired CPU frequency using... correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings. PCI Express Frequency [Auto] Allows you to the DDR2 documentation before adjusting the memory voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.812V] [1.904V] Refer to set to synchronize the PCI frequency with the PCI Express or CPU...
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...%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%] ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 2-21 Configuration options: [Auto] [1.50V] [1.60V] [1.70V] CPU VCore Voltage [Auto] Sets the operating VCore voltage. Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Allows you to overclock the CPU speed through the available preset values. MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the memory controller hub (MCH) voltage.
...%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] [Overclock 30%] ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 2-21 Configuration options: [Auto] [1.50V] [1.60V] [1.70V] CPU VCore Voltage [Auto] Sets the operating VCore voltage. Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Allows you to overclock the CPU speed through the available preset values. MCH Chipset Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the memory controller hub (MCH) voltage.
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... SPD [Enabled] Booting Graphic Adapter Priori [PCI Express/Int-VG] Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Advanced Chipset Settings Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled] When this item is enabled, the DRAM timing...] Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to Precharge timing. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] [6 Clocks] ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 2-25 Select an item then press to change the advanced chipset settings. 2.4.4 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you can manually set the DRAM timing parameters...
... SPD [Enabled] Booting Graphic Adapter Priori [PCI Express/Int-VG] Internal Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Advanced Chipset Settings Configure DRAM Timing by SPD [Enabled] When this item is enabled, the DRAM timing...] Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to Precharge timing. Configuration options: [2 Clocks] [3 Clocks] [4 Clocks] [5 Clocks] [6 Clocks] ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 2-25 Select an item then press to change the advanced chipset settings. 2.4.4 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you can manually set the DRAM timing parameters...
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... LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard PCI Express Gigabit LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 1MB] [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Sets the graphics memory type. Configuration options: [Auto] [DVMT] [FIX] [DVMT+FIX] 2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Configure Win627EHG Super IO Chipset Quick Resume Technology HD Audio Controller...
... LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard PCI Express Gigabit LAN controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled, 1MB] [Enabled, 8MB] Graphics memory type [Auto] Sets the graphics memory type. Configuration options: [Auto] [DVMT] [FIX] [DVMT+FIX] 2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Configure Win627EHG Super IO Chipset Quick Resume Technology HD Audio Controller...
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... requests for legacy ISA devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for an IRQ. Plug And Play O/S PCI Latency Timer Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA Palette Snooping [No] [64] [Yes] [Disabled] IRQ-3 assigned to...
... requests for legacy ISA devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for an IRQ. Plug And Play O/S PCI Latency Timer Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA Palette Snooping [No] [64] [Yes] [Disabled] IRQ-3 assigned to...
P5LD2-VM DH User's Manual for English Edition
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... P5LD2-VM specifications summary x 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-14 1.7 System memory 1-16 1.7.1 Overview 1-16 1.7.2 Memory...
... P5LD2-VM specifications summary x 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-14 1.7 System memory 1-16 1.7.1 Overview 1-16 1.7.2 Memory...
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... utilize the latest package technologies for details. Intel® 945G chipset The Intel® 945G graphics memory controller hub (GMCH) and the ICH7 DH I /O controller hub that provides the interface for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-3 Intel(R)'s 65nm process is the most advanced chip manufacturing technology, delivering breakthrough performance, enhanced media...
... utilize the latest package technologies for details. Intel® 945G chipset The Intel® 945G graphics memory controller hub (GMCH) and the ICH7 DH I /O controller hub that provides the interface for enhanced 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-3 Intel(R)'s 65nm process is the most advanced chip manufacturing technology, delivering breakthrough performance, enhanced media...
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...) is monitored by carrying data in the Winbond Super I /O interconnect technology that provides high-performance computing and faster memory access required for memory and data intensive applications. The ASIC monitors the voltage levels to produce crystal-clear digital audio. PCI Express™ ... S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel® ICH7 DH chipset. Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is monitored for thinner, more flexible cables with existing PCI specifications. ...
...) is monitored by carrying data in the Winbond Super I /O interconnect technology that provides high-performance computing and faster memory access required for memory and data intensive applications. The ASIC monitors the voltage levels to produce crystal-clear digital audio. PCI Express™ ... S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel® ICH7 DH chipset. Temperature, fan, and voltage monitoring The CPU temperature is monitored for thinner, more flexible cables with existing PCI specifications. ...
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...® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-11 Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever...
...® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-11 Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever...
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... illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: ® P5LD2-VM DH DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P5LD2-VM DH 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory Configurations • IF you install less than 3GB of total memory because of memory module(s) installed per channel must be the same for other...
... illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: ® P5LD2-VM DH DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P5LD2-VM DH 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory Configurations • IF you install less than 3GB of total memory because of memory module(s) installed per channel must be the same for other...
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...; ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-17 • When using one DDR DIMM module, install into DIMM_B1 slot only. • When using two DDR DIMM modules, install into DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1... been tested and qualified for use with the same CAS latency. Refer to CPU limitation, DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips or double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this motherboard. 1.7.3 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following table lists the...
...; ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ASUS P5LD2-VM DH 1-17 • When using one DDR DIMM module, install into DIMM_B1 slot only. • When using two DDR DIMM modules, install into DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1... been tested and qualified for use with the same CAS latency. Refer to CPU limitation, DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips or double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this motherboard. 1.7.3 DDR2 Qualified Vendors List The following table lists the...