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Table of contents Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility 2-3 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-8 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-12 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-12 2.2.4 Menu items 2-13... Advanced menu 2-18 2.4.1 CPU Configuration 2-18 2.4.2 Chipset 2-19 2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-26 2.4.4 PCI PnP 2-27 2.5 Power menu 2-28 2.5.1 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-28 2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support 2-28 iv
Table of contents Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility 2-3 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-8 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-12 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-12 2.2.4 Menu items 2-13... Advanced menu 2-18 2.4.1 CPU Configuration 2-18 2.4.2 Chipset 2-19 2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-26 2.4.4 PCI PnP 2-27 2.5 Power menu 2-28 2.5.1 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-28 2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support 2-28 iv
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Table of contents 2.5.3 APM Configuration 2-29 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor 2-31 2.6 Boot menu 2-32 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-32 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-33 2.6.3 Security 2-34 2.7 Exit menu 2-36 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Make disk menu 3-5 3.2.4 Manual 3-6 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-6
Table of contents 2.5.3 APM Configuration 2-29 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor 2-31 2.6 Boot menu 2-32 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-32 2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration 2-33 2.6.3 Security 2-34 2.7 Exit menu 2-36 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Make disk menu 3-5 3.2.4 Manual 3-6 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-6
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... descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology it... supports. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional ...
... descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology it... supports. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional ...
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A8V-VM SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio USB LAN ASUS special features BIOS features Back Panel I/O Ports Socket 939 for AMD® Athlon™ 64/Sempron™/Opteron™ processors Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports...;n�d� JBOD configurations Realtek® ALC660 6-channel CODEC Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports Realtek® RTL8201CL 10/100M LAN PHY ASUS MyLogo ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 4 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP...
A8V-VM SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio USB LAN ASUS special features BIOS features Back Panel I/O Ports Socket 939 for AMD® Athlon™ 64/Sempron™/Opteron™ processors Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports...;n�d� JBOD configurations Realtek® ALC660 6-channel CODEC Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports Realtek® RTL8201CL 10/100M LAN PHY ASUS MyLogo ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 4 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP...
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xi A8V-VM SE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Manageability Support CD contents Form Factor 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 2 x USB connectors for four additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Front panel audio connector CPU/Chassis fan connectors 1 x CD audio-in connector 1 x System panel connector Wfm2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS LiveUpdate Utility Anti-Virus software mATX Form Factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xi A8V-VM SE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Manageability Support CD contents Form Factor 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 2 x USB connectors for four additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Front panel audio connector CPU/Chassis fan connectors 1 x CD audio-in connector 1 x System panel connector Wfm2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS LiveUpdate Utility Anti-Virus software mATX Form Factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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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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... package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8V-VM SE motherboard Cables Accessories 1 x floppy disk drive cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x SATA cable kit (SATA/power) I/O shield Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User Guide If any of...
... package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8V-VM SE motherboard Cables Accessories 1 x floppy disk drive cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x SATA cable kit (SATA/power) I/O shield Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User Guide If any of...
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...;e���s�k��t��o��p� processors are based on USB 2.0. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA interfaces. These processors provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection,... the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD Dual-Core Architecture The motherboard supports AMD dual-core processors containing two physical CPU cores with USB 1.1. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-
...;e���s�k��t��o��p� processors are based on USB 2.0. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA interfaces. These processors provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection,... the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD Dual-Core Architecture The motherboard supports AMD dual-core processors containing two physical CPU cores with USB 1.1. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-
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...interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to buy a replacement ROM chip. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI... bus. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. See page...
...interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to buy a replacement ROM chip. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI... bus. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. See page...
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DDR400 Qualified Vendors List DIMM support Size 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 1G 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB ...-J • • KDL388P4LA-50 • • KDL388P4EA-50 • • VDD9616A8A-5C • • PM4D328D50406EU • • PM4D328S50403DU • • (Continued on the next page) ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-13
DDR400 Qualified Vendors List DIMM support Size 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 1G 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB ...-J • • KDL388P4LA-50 • • KDL388P4EA-50 • • VDD9616A8A-5C • • PM4D328D50406EU • • PM4D328S50403DU • • (Continued on the next page) ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-13
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...into two slots as one module as a single-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendors List. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Double-Sided DIMM Support: A - Single-Sided DS - supports one pair of dual‑channel memory configuration. DDR400 Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor... SS V58C2256804SCT5B DS V58C2256804SCT5B DS VM256D328BT-5 SS W942508CH-5 SS W942508CH-6 DS W942508BH-6 DS W942508CH-5 DS DS MDT25B25680-50530 DS GL3LC32G88TG-5A DIMM support A B Side(s): SS -
...into two slots as one module as a single-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified Vendors List. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Double-Sided DIMM Support: A - Single-Sided DS - supports one pair of dual‑channel memory configuration. DDR400 Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor... SS V58C2256804SCT5B DS V58C2256804SCT5B DS VM256D328BT-5 SS W942508CH-5 SS W942508CH-6 DS W942508BH-6 DS W942508CH-5 DS DS MDT25B25680-50530 DS GL3LC32G88TG-5A DIMM support A B Side(s): SS -
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... it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the 3 socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction.... into a socket to remove a DIMM. 2 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-15 Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3.
... it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the 3 socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction.... into a socket to remove a DIMM. 2 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-15 Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3.
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... adjusting the software settings. 1. Secure the card to the card. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Make sure to the tables on BIOS setup. 2. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make...
... adjusting the software settings. 1. Secure the card to the card. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Make sure to the tables on BIOS setup. 2. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make...
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...; ha� r� ed Onboard USB controller 0 shared - - - - - - - Onboard Audio Controller - Integrated graphics shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-17 PCI slot 2 - shared - - - - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; Onboard USB controller 2 - - shared - - - - Onboard EHCI controller...
...; ha� r� ed Onboard USB controller 0 shared - - - - - - - Onboard Audio Controller - Integrated graphics shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - - ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-17 PCI slot 2 - shared - - - - - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; Onboard USB controller 2 - - shared - - - - Onboard EHCI controller...
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The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed ...on the PCI Express x16 slot. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.3 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard...
The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed ...on the PCI Express x16 slot. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.3 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard...
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...support the thin Serial ATA cables for the case-mounted speaker and allows you may create a RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD configuration. For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, RAID1, and JBOD, refer to hear system beeps and warnings. 3. R +5V GND GND Speak Out A8V-VM SE SPEAKER 1 A8V-VM SE...ATA hard disks. R GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND A8V-VM SE SATA1 SATA 2 A8V-VM SE SATA Connectors Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ...
...support the thin Serial ATA cables for the case-mounted speaker and allows you may create a RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD configuration. For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, RAID1, and JBOD, refer to hear system beeps and warnings. 3. R +5V GND GND Speak Out A8V-VM SE SPEAKER 1 A8V-VM SE...ATA hard disks. R GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND A8V-VM SE SATA1 SATA 2 A8V-VM SE SATA Connectors Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ...
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... cable matches the ground pin of 1 A~2.22 A (26.64 W max.) at +12V. CPU_FAN R GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE CHA_FAN GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE Fan Connectors ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-25 CPU and Chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~740 mA (8.88 W max.) or a total of the connector. Insufficient air...
... cable matches the ground pin of 1 A~2.22 A (26.64 W max.) at +12V. CPU_FAN R GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE CHA_FAN GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE Fan Connectors ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-25 CPU and Chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~740 mA (8.88 W max.) or a total of the connector. Insufficient air...
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R USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC A8V-VM SE USB56_WFG USB56 USB78 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC A8V-VM SE USB2.0 Connectors 1 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The ... connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
R USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC A8V-VM SE USB56_WFG USB56 USB78 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC A8V-VM SE USB2.0 Connectors 1 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The ... connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
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... audio module to this connector to [Auto]. A8V-VM SE CD(Black) Right Audio Channel CD_GND CD_GND Left Audio Channel A8V-VM SE Internal audio connector 9. See page 2-24 for details. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD A8V-VM SE FP_AUDIO MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L A8V-VM SE Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that supports High Definition Audio. R R 8.
... audio module to this connector to [Auto]. A8V-VM SE CD(Black) Right Audio Channel CD_GND CD_GND Left Audio Channel A8V-VM SE Internal audio connector 9. See page 2-24 for details. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD A8V-VM SE FP_AUDIO MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L A8V-VM SE Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that supports High Definition Audio. R R 8.
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... Panel Connector The system panel connector is for easy connection. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several system chassis-mounted functions. R PLED PWRSW PLED+ PLEDPWR GND A8V-VM SE F_PANEL IDELED+ IDELED- The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending.... The IDE LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is read from or written to this connector. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-29
... Panel Connector The system panel connector is for easy connection. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several system chassis-mounted functions. R PLED PWRSW PLED+ PLEDPWR GND A8V-VM SE F_PANEL IDELED+ IDELED- The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending.... The IDE LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is read from or written to this connector. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-29