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... 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x IDE cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in... package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessoy Application CD Documentation ASUS A8N-VM CSM motherboard 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable for your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest...
... 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x IDE cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in... package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessoy Application CD Documentation ASUS A8N-VM CSM motherboard 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable for your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest...
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... speeds up to -point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in RAID mode. See page 1-16 for Serial ATA II. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-3 Serial ATA allows for details. See page 1-11 for thinner, more flexible cables with existing PCI specifications. Serial ATA II technology The motherboard supports the...
... speeds up to -point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in RAID mode. See page 1-16 for Serial ATA II. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-3 Serial ATA allows for details. See page 1-11 for thinner, more flexible cables with existing PCI specifications. Serial ATA II technology The motherboard supports the...
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...due to buy a replacement ROM chip. This protection eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. See page 2-31 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to personalize and add style to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See ...ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the system loading to your system with customizable boot logos. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. ASUS A8N-VM CSM...
...due to buy a replacement ROM chip. This protection eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. See page 2-31 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to personalize and add style to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See ...ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the system loading to your system with customizable boot logos. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. ASUS A8N-VM CSM...
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FLOPPY 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR DVI ATX12V 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN Super I/O EATXPWR A8N-VM CSM DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,... USB56 SB_PWR USB78 SPDIF_OUT SATA2 SATA1 COM1 4Mb BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power SATA4 SATA3 PANEL PRI_IDE 24.5cm (9.6in) CLRTC CHASSIS BUZZER ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-7
FLOPPY 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR DVI ATX12V 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN Super I/O EATXPWR A8N-VM CSM DDR DIMM_A2 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,... USB56 SB_PWR USB78 SPDIF_OUT SATA2 SATA1 COM1 4Mb BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power SATA4 SATA3 PANEL PRI_IDE 24.5cm (9.6in) CLRTC CHASSIS BUZZER ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-7
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The 128-bit-wide data paths of the marked corner (with gold triangle) on the CPU. A8N-VM CSM ® A8N-VM CSM CPU Socket 939 2. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. Take note of these processors ... motherboard. Gold triangle Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to ensure correct installation. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths.
The 128-bit-wide data paths of the marked corner (with gold triangle) on the CPU. A8N-VM CSM ® A8N-VM CSM CPU Socket 939 2. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. Take note of these processors ... motherboard. Gold triangle Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to ensure correct installation. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths.
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The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: A8N-VM CSM DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B1 ® A8N-VM CSM 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets Channel Channel 1 Channel 2 Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 ... only one DIMM module for each channel. • Always install DIMMs with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-11 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency.
The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: A8N-VM CSM DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B1 ® A8N-VM CSM 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets Channel Channel 1 Channel 2 Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 ... only one DIMM module for each channel. • Always install DIMMs with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-11 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency.
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... with extra force. 2. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. 1. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-13 Remove the DIMM from the socket.
... with extra force. 2. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. 1. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-13 Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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... - B - used - - shared When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-15 otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices.
... - B - used - - shared When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-15 otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices.
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... Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to re-enter data. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-17 Remove the onboard battery. 3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 4. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM...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. A8N-VM CSM ® A8N-VM CSM Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 2 1 Normal (Default) 3 2 Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due ...
... Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to re-enter data. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-17 Remove the onboard battery. 3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 4. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM...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. A8N-VM CSM ® A8N-VM CSM Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 2 1 Normal (Default) 3 2 Clear CMOS You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due ...
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This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). A8N-VM CSM KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB ® A8N-VM CSM Keyboard power setting ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-19 Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. 3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). A8N-VM CSM KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB ® A8N-VM CSM Keyboard power setting ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-19 Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. 3. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.
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U S B 2 . 0 p o r t s 1 a n d 2 . D V I O u t p o r t . ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-21 U S B 2 . 0 p o r t s 3 a n d 4 . These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 1 0 . This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible ...
U S B 2 . 0 p o r t s 1 a n d 2 . D V I O u t p o r t . ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-21 U S B 2 . 0 p o r t s 3 a n d 4 . These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 1 0 . This port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible ...
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...-1 pin PRI_IDE, 40-1 pin SEC_IDE) These connectors are for the jumper settings. • Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to PIN 1. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-23 A8N-VM CSM SEC_IDE PRI_IDE ® A8N-VM CSM IDE connectors PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to match the covered hole on the motherboard...
...-1 pin PRI_IDE, 40-1 pin SEC_IDE) These connectors are for the jumper settings. • Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to PIN 1. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-23 A8N-VM CSM SEC_IDE PRI_IDE ® A8N-VM CSM IDE connectors PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to match the covered hole on the motherboard...
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...! Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to the fan connectors. GND +12V Rotation A8N-VM CSM +5V SPDIFOUT GND ® SPDIF_OUT A8N-VM CSM Digital audio connector ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-25 GND +12V Rotation A8N-VM CSM 5. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the...
...! Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to the fan connectors. GND +12V Rotation A8N-VM CSM +5V SPDIFOUT GND ® SPDIF_OUT A8N-VM CSM Digital audio connector ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-25 GND +12V Rotation A8N-VM CSM 5. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the...
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... (COM1) is for an additional IEEE 1394a port. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 10. COM1 PIN 1 ® A8N-VM CSM COM port connector A8N-VM CSM ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-27 A8N-VM CSM TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V ® IE1394_1 1 A8N-VM CSM IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a U S B p o r t m o d u l e c a b l e to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. IEEE 1394a connector...
... (COM1) is for an additional IEEE 1394a port. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 10. COM1 PIN 1 ® A8N-VM CSM COM port connector A8N-VM CSM ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-27 A8N-VM CSM TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V ® IE1394_1 1 A8N-VM CSM IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a U S B p o r t m o d u l e c a b l e to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. IEEE 1394a connector...
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... PSON# Ground Ground Ground -5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +5V Standby +12 Volts +12 Volts +3 Volts ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-29 The plugs from the power supply are for an ATX power supply. otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is inadequate...
... PSON# Ground Ground Ground -5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +5V Standby +12 Volts +12 Volts +3 Volts ASUS A8N-VM CSM 1-29 The plugs from the power supply are for an ATX power supply. otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is inadequate...
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e. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing + during POST to display the following. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to prevent system boot failure! • A "Floppy not found ! R O M. 2. Completed. Rebooting. • Do not shut down or ... of booting from a floppy disk and using EZ Flash: 1. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... 4. Make sure that D: is found !" ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-3 To update the BIOS using a DOS-based utility. Save the BIOS file to continue. 2. error message appears if there is not found in...
e. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing + during POST to display the following. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to prevent system boot failure! • A "Floppy not found ! R O M. 2. Completed. Rebooting. • Do not shut down or ... of booting from a floppy disk and using EZ Flash: 1. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... 4. Make sure that D: is found !" ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-3 To update the BIOS using a DOS-based utility. Save the BIOS file to continue. 2. error message appears if there is not found in...
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... from the motherboard support CD to a bootable floppy disk. A:\>afudos /iA8NVMCSM.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - All rights reserved. done A:\> ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-5 You need to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is the latest or the original BIOS file on a piece of paper....bootable floppy disk. Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the DOS prompt. 2. done...
... from the motherboard support CD to a bootable floppy disk. A:\>afudos /iA8NVMCSM.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - All rights reserved. done A:\> ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-5 You need to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is the latest or the original BIOS file on a piece of paper....bootable floppy disk. Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Version 1.10 Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the DOS prompt. 2. done...
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Select the ASUS FTP site t h e I O S f r o m 3. Select U p d a t e B I n t e r n e t option from the Windows® desktop by clicking S t a r t > P r o g r a m s > A S U S > A S U S U p d a t e > A S U S U p d a t e. Click N e x t. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the nearest you to avoid network drop-down menu, then click traffic, or click A u t o S e l e c t. N e x t. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-7 The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
Select the ASUS FTP site t h e I O S f r o m 3. Select U p d a t e B I n t e r n e t option from the Windows® desktop by clicking S t a r t > P r o g r a m s > A S U S > A S U S U p d a t e > A S U S U p d a t e. Click N e x t. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the nearest you to avoid network drop-down menu, then click traffic, or click A u t o S e l e c t. N e x t. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-7 The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
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..., restart the system by pressing , or by turning the system off and then back on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys. ... the L o a d D e f a u l t S e t t i n g s item under the Exit Menu. Even if you see on . The Setup program is designed to ensure optimum performance. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-9 Press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to configure your BIOS." You can also restart by pressing the reset button on the motherboard stores...
..., restart the system by pressing , or by turning the system off and then back on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys. ... the L o a d D e f a u l t S e t t i n g s item under the Exit Menu. Even if you see on . The Setup program is designed to ensure optimum performance. ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-9 Press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to configure your BIOS." You can also restart by pressing the reset button on the motherboard stores...
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... field, select it then press to malfunction. To change the value of a menu screen when there are items that menu. Scroll bar ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-11 Main menu items A solid triangle before each item on the screen. 2.2.9 General help Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values... is not user-configurable. You cannot select an item that the item has a sub-menu. Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A] Secondary IDE Master [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] First SATA [Not Detected] Second SATA [Not Detected] Third SATA...
... field, select it then press to malfunction. To change the value of a menu screen when there are items that menu. Scroll bar ASUS A8N-VM CSM 2-11 Main menu items A solid triangle before each item on the screen. 2.2.9 General help Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values... is not user-configurable. You cannot select an item that the item has a sub-menu. Primary IDE Master [ST320410A] Primary IDE Slave [ASUS CD-S520/A] Secondary IDE Master [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] First SATA [Not Detected] Second SATA [Not Detected] Third SATA...