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Table of contents Notices vi Safety information vii A8V-VM SE specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS 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 1-6 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 1.6.3 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-10 1.7 System memory 1-12 1.7.1 Overview 1-12 1.7.2 Memory...
Table of contents Notices vi Safety information vii A8V-VM SE specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS 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 1-6 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 1.6.3 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-10 1.7 System memory 1-12 1.7.1 Overview 1-12 1.7.2 Memory...
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... staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension ... the power cables for disposal of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it , carefully read all power cables...
... staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension ... the power cables for disposal of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it , carefully read all power cables...
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...8226; Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. viii It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. About this guide is organized This manual contains the following... lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. Where...
...8226; Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. viii It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. About this guide is organized This manual contains the following... lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. Where...
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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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... retailer. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it...
... retailer. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it...
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...ASUS A8V-VM SE 1- See page 1-12 for thinner, more powerful computing. The SATA specification allows for details. See pages 1-20, 1-22, and 2-26 for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. Dual-channel DDR400 memory support Employing the Double Date Rate (DDR) memory technology, the motherboard..., voltage and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12...
...ASUS A8V-VM SE 1- See page 1-12 for thinner, more powerful computing. The SATA specification allows for details. See pages 1-20, 1-22, and 2-26 for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. Dual-channel DDR400 memory support Employing the Double Date Rate (DDR) memory technology, the motherboard..., voltage and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12...
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...PCI Express features point‑to‑point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to use a DOS-based utility or boot from the support CD in case when ...page 1-18 for details. See page 2-33 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up...
...PCI Express features point‑to‑point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to use a DOS-based utility or boot from the support CD in case when ...page 1-18 for details. See page 2-33 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up...
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Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in softoff mode, and not powered OFF. Failure ... remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is OFF before installing any system component. R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS A8V-VM SE 1- This LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Unplug the power cable from the power supply.
Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in softoff mode, and not powered OFF. Failure ... remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is OFF before installing any system component. R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS A8V-VM SE 1- This LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Unplug the power cable from the power supply.
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... holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Make sure to the rear part of the chassis A8V-VM SE 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction R Place this side towards...
... holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Make sure to the rear part of the chassis A8V-VM SE 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction R Place this side towards...
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R DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module) EATXPWR 1.5.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM2 19.4cm(7.8in) ATX12V PS2_USB_PWR CPU_FAN Socket 939 PARALLEL PORT VGA USB12 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In CD RTL8201CL Super I/O ALC660 AAFP CHA_FAN VIA K8M890 PCIEX1_1 A8V-VM SE PCIEX16 4M BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCI1 USB56_WFG USB56 PCI2 FLOPPY USB78 VIA VT8237A SPEAKER SB_PWR F_PANEL SATA1 CLRTC SATA2 24.5cm (9.6in) PRI_IDE SEC_IDE ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-
R DDR DIMM_A1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM_B1 (64 bit,184-pin module) EATXPWR 1.5.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM2 19.4cm(7.8in) ATX12V PS2_USB_PWR CPU_FAN Socket 939 PARALLEL PORT VGA USB12 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In CD RTL8201CL Super I/O ALC660 AAFP CHA_FAN VIA K8M890 PCIEX1_1 A8V-VM SE PCIEX16 4M BIOS CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCI1 USB56_WFG USB56 PCI2 FLOPPY USB78 VIA VT8237A SPEAKER SB_PWR F_PANEL SATA1 CLRTC SATA2 24.5cm (9.6in) PRI_IDE SEC_IDE ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-
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...1: Product introduction Locate the CPU socket on the socket to ensure correct installation. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The motherboard comes with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. Take note of these processors can run applications faster than processors with...;A�M�D�� Opteron™ processors. This mark should match a specific corner on the motherboard. Gold triangle 1.6.2 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE CPU Socket 939 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you ...
...1: Product introduction Locate the CPU socket on the socket to ensure correct installation. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The motherboard comes with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. Take note of these processors can run applications faster than processors with...;A�M�D�� Opteron™ processors. This mark should match a specific corner on the motherboard. Gold triangle 1.6.2 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE CPU Socket 939 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you ...
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...making sure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Follow these steps to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ..., make sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.3 Installing the...
...making sure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Follow these steps to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ..., make sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.3 Installing the...
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... perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you fail to plug this connector. 1-11 CPU_FAN R GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE CPU Fan Connector ASUS A8V-VM SE Do not forget to the retention module base. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket in place...to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 3. Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the module base. ...
... perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you fail to plug this connector. 1-11 CPU_FAN R GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE CPU Fan Connector ASUS A8V-VM SE Do not forget to the retention module base. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket in place...to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 3. Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the module base. ...
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The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE 184-pin DDR DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 2 GB unbuffered ...; If you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. See the Qualified Vendors List (QVL) on DIMM_B1. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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: R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE 184-pin DDR DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 2 GB unbuffered ...; If you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. See the Qualified Vendors List (QVL) on DIMM_B1. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with the same CAS latency.
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... these steps to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-15 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure...
... these steps to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-15 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure...
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...Turn on the next page. 3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Install the software drivers for ...for the card. 2. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Refer to the tables on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
...Turn on the next page. 3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Install the software drivers for ...for the card. 2. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that they support. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Refer to the tables on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any.
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... - - - - - - - PCI slot 2 - Onboard USB controller 3 - - - Onboard SATA Controller - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-17 PCI Express x16 slot s� ha� r� ed PCI Express x1 slot 1 s� ha� r� ed Onboard USB controller 0 shared - - - - -...steering* PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCI slot 1 shared - - - - - - - Onboard USB controller 1 -...
... - - - - - - - PCI slot 2 - Onboard USB controller 3 - - - Onboard SATA Controller - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - - ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-17 PCI Express x16 slot s� ha� r� ed PCI Express x1 slot 1 s� ha� r� ed Onboard USB controller 0 shared - - - - -...steering* PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCI slot 1 shared - - - - - - - Onboard USB controller 1 -...
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... PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.3 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI ...
... PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.3 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI ...
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If any device jumper is removed to configure your device(s). PRI_IDE R SEC_IDE A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE IDE Connectors ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-23 There are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of device(s) Cable connector Master Black Black Slave Gray MSlaasvtee r Black or gray • Pin...
If any device jumper is removed to configure your device(s). PRI_IDE R SEC_IDE A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE IDE Connectors ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-23 There are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of device(s) Cable connector Master Black Black Slave Gray MSlaasvtee r Black or gray • Pin...