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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii P5V-VM Ultra 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 ...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii P5V-VM Ultra 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 ...
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.... If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are unplugged before using , contact your local power company. • If the power ..., carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operational safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it by yourself.
.... If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are unplugged before using , contact your local power company. • If the power ..., carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operational safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it by yourself.
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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. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of this motherboard.
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... and latest technologies making it , check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package Contents Check your P5V-VM Ultra package for buying the ASUS® P5V-VM Ultra motherboard! Before you for the following items. ASUS P5V-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...
... and latest technologies making it , check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package Contents Check your P5V-VM Ultra package for buying the ASUS® P5V-VM Ultra motherboard! Before you for the following items. ASUS P5V-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...
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...USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 is the latest connectiviity standard for next generation components and peripherals.Backwards compatible with existing PCI specifications. ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1- This high speed interface is software compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to 40 ...Serial ATA RAID The on board VT8237A southbridge provides the complete solution for easy connectivity. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 533 MHz to ‑point serial interconnections between devices...
...USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 is the latest connectiviity standard for next generation components and peripherals.Backwards compatible with existing PCI specifications. ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1- This high speed interface is software compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to 40 ...Serial ATA RAID The on board VT8237A southbridge provides the complete solution for easy connectivity. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which features data transfer rates of 533 MHz to ‑point serial interconnections between devices...
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...operating system. No need to reboot the computer and perform an smart auto-recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. See page 2-7. 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. See page... 2-5. CrashFree BIOS 2 Whenever BIOS gets corrupted, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 allows users to use a DOS-based utility or boot from ...
...operating system. No need to reboot the computer and perform an smart auto-recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. See page 2-7. 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. See page... 2-5. CrashFree BIOS 2 Whenever BIOS gets corrupted, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 allows users to use a DOS-based utility or boot from ...
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P5V-VM ULTRA SB_PWR ON Standby Power P5V-VM ULTRA Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in...in the bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1.4 Before You Proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to ...
P5V-VM ULTRA SB_PWR ON Standby Power P5V-VM ULTRA Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in...in the bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1.4 Before You Proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to ...
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1.5 Motherboard Overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS2_USB_PWR PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 ATX12V 18.3cm(7.2in) CHA_FAN CPU_FAN EATXPWR DDR2 DIMM1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM2 (64 bit,240-pin module) PARALLEL PORT VGA1 LGA775 PRI_IDE USB12 LAN_USB34 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In REALTEK VIA P4M890 P5V-VM ULTRA CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16 SUPER I/O PCIEX1_1 AAFP 4Mb BIOS CD ALC660 USB78 PCI1 PCI2 FLOPPY VIA VT8237A SATA1 SB_PWR USB56 CLRTC 24.4cm(9.6in) SEC_IDE SATA2 SPEAKER F_PANEL 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.5 Motherboard Overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS2_USB_PWR PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 ATX12V 18.3cm(7.2in) CHA_FAN CPU_FAN EATXPWR DDR2 DIMM1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM2 (64 bit,240-pin module) PARALLEL PORT VGA1 LGA775 PRI_IDE USB12 LAN_USB34 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In REALTEK VIA P4M890 P5V-VM ULTRA CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16 SUPER I/O PCIEX1_1 AAFP 4Mb BIOS CD ALC660 USB78 PCI1 PCI2 FLOPPY VIA VT8237A SATA1 SB_PWR USB56 CLRTC 24.4cm(9.6in) SEC_IDE SATA2 SPEAKER F_PANEL 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis P5V-VM ULTRA ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1- Doing so may damage the motherboard.
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis P5V-VM ULTRA ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1- Doing so may damage the motherboard.
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Contact your left. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction P5V-VM ULTRA P5V-VM ULTRA CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you see any damage to the socket pins resulting ... not bent. Locate the CPU socket on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket pins/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you and the load lever is on your retailer immediately if...
Contact your left. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction P5V-VM ULTRA P5V-VM ULTRA CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you see any damage to the socket pins resulting ... not bent. Locate the CPU socket on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket pins/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you and the load lever is on your retailer immediately if...
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... the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is released from the load B plate window to the left corner of the socket. Gold triangle mark ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard A 1- Press the load lever with your thumb (A) and move it is on the bottom‑left (B) until it to remove (B). Load plate 5. The socket alignment...
... the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is released from the load B plate window to the left corner of the socket. Gold triangle mark ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard A 1- Press the load lever with your thumb (A) and move it is on the bottom‑left (B) until it to remove (B). Load plate 5. The socket alignment...
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6. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper‑Threading Technology. ...
6. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper‑Threading Technology. ...
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...and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and �p�e�rf�o�r�m��a�n�c�e�. • Install the motherboard to the chassis before you buy a boxed Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium®... as shown, with the narrow groove directed outward. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Fastener Motherboard hole Make sure each fastener is properly applied to install. ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-11 If you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
...and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and �p�e�rf�o�r�m��a�n�c�e�. • Install the motherboard to the chassis before you buy a boxed Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium®... as shown, with the narrow groove directed outward. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Fastener Motherboard hole Make sure each fastener is properly applied to install. ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-11 If you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
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Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! A A A B B B A 3. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND P5V-VM ULTRA P5V-VM ULTRA CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 2. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in B place.
Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! A A A B B B A 3. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN Rotation +12V GND P5V-VM ULTRA P5V-VM ULTRA CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 2. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in B place.
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Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink B and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. B A B B A ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-13 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the A A motherboard.
Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink B and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. B A B B A ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-13 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the A A motherboard.
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Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to reset the orientation. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 4.
Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to reset the orientation. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 4.
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... to prevent installation on the next page. 112 Pins ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-15 DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: P5V-VM ULTRA P5V-VM ULTRA 20-pin DDR DIMM Sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may ...install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. DIMM DIMM2 128 Pins 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate...
... to prevent installation on the next page. 112 Pins ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-15 DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: P5V-VM ULTRA P5V-VM ULTRA 20-pin DDR DIMM Sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may ...install 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB unbuffered DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. DIMM DIMM2 128 Pins 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate...
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... and qualified for the latest DDR2 533 Qualified Vendors List. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction B - Single-sided DS - Double-sided Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for use with this motherboard. Supports one module inserted into either slot as a Single-channel memory configuration. Supports two pairs of modules inserted into either the yellow...
... and qualified for the latest DDR2 533 Qualified Vendors List. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction B - Single-sided DS - Double-sided Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for use with this motherboard. Supports one module inserted into either slot as a Single-channel memory configuration. Supports two pairs of modules inserted into either the yellow...
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...DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 DIMM notch...a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-17 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. 1.7.4 Installing a DIMM ...
...DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 DIMM notch...a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5V-VM Ultra Motherboard 1-17 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 1 2. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. 1.7.4 Installing a DIMM ...
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.... Assign an IRQ to the tables on the slot. 5. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card Follow these steps to install an expansion card. 1. Refer to the card. Remove the bracket... configure the card by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the next page. 3. The following sub‑sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that they support. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you intend...
.... Assign an IRQ to the tables on the slot. 5. Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card Follow these steps to install an expansion card. 1. Refer to the card. Remove the bracket... configure the card by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the next page. 3. The following sub‑sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that they support. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you intend...