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...the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8V-VM motherboard Cables Accessories 1 x floppy disk drive cable 1 x Ultral DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x SATA signal cable I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard ...the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® A8V-VM motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the ...
...the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8V-VM motherboard Cables Accessories 1 x floppy disk drive cable 1 x Ultral DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x SATA signal cable I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard ...the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® A8V-VM motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the ...
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.... These processors provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection, and reduced total cost of 256MB, Microsoft® DirectX 9.0, OpenGL 1.4, and PCI Express interface. ASUS A8V-VM 1- See page 2-21 and 3-5. 6-Channel Audio and SoundMAX High Definition Audio System The onboard SoundMAX® ADI AD1986A 6-channel CODEC supports High Definition Audio...
.... These processors provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection, and reduced total cost of 256MB, Microsoft® DirectX 9.0, OpenGL 1.4, and PCI Express interface. ASUS A8V-VM 1- See page 2-21 and 3-5. 6-Channel Audio and SoundMAX High Definition Audio System The onboard SoundMAX® ADI AD1986A 6-channel CODEC supports High Definition Audio...
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... them. • Whenever you uninstall any system component. This LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. A8V-VM R A8V-VM Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS A8V-VM 1- 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that the...
... them. • Whenever you uninstall any system component. This LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. A8V-VM R A8V-VM Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS A8V-VM 1- 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that the...
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... CPU fits only in completely. 3. When the CPU is locked. Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. ASUS A8V-VM 1- 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it fits in place, push down the socket lever to prevent bending the pins...
... CPU fits only in completely. 3. When the CPU is locked. Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. ASUS A8V-VM 1- 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it fits in place, push down the socket lever to prevent bending the pins...
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... is in place. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base. 5. CPU_FAN GND +12V Rotation A8V-VM R A8V-VM CPU Fan Connector ASUS A8V-VM Do not forget to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 3. Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Hardware monitoring errors can...
... is in place. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base. 5. CPU_FAN GND +12V Rotation A8V-VM R A8V-VM CPU Fan Connector ASUS A8V-VM Do not forget to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 3. Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Hardware monitoring errors can...
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...-TCCC K4H560838F-TCB3 K4H560838F-TCB3 DD2508AKTA-5C DD2508AMTA AM3A568AJT-6B K4H560838E-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B HYB25D256800BT-5B DIMM support A BC v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v ASUS A8V-VM 1-13 Dual-channel* (1) Populated (2) Populated Sockets DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 - Populated - Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - - Table 1 Recommended memory configurations Mode...
...-TCCC K4H560838F-TCB3 K4H560838F-TCB3 DD2508AKTA-5C DD2508AMTA AM3A568AJT-6B K4H560838E-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B HYB25D256800BT-5B DIMM support A BC v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v v ASUS A8V-VM 1-13 Dual-channel* (1) Populated (2) Populated Sockets DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 - Populated - Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - - Table 1 Recommended memory configurations Mode...
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... a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 1 2 DDR DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DDR DIMM is properly seated. ASUS A8V-VM 1-15 Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DO NOT force a DIMM...
... a notch so that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 1 2 DDR DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DDR DIMM is properly seated. ASUS A8V-VM 1-15 Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DO NOT force a DIMM...
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... Audio Controller - Integrated graphics shared - - - - - - - PCI slot 2 - shared - - - - - - IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. Onboard USB controller 1 - - Onboard USB controller 2 - shared - - - - Onboard SATA Controller - ASUS A8V-VM 1-17 PCI Express x16 slot s� ha� r� ed PCI Express x1 slot 1 s� ha� r� ed Onboard USB controller 0 shared - - - - - - - otherwise...
... Audio Controller - Integrated graphics shared - - - - - - - PCI slot 2 - shared - - - - - - IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. Onboard USB controller 1 - - Onboard USB controller 2 - shared - - - - Onboard SATA Controller - ASUS A8V-VM 1-17 PCI Express x16 slot s� ha� r� ed PCI Express x1 slot 1 s� ha� r� ed Onboard USB controller 0 shared - - - - - - - otherwise...
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...boot failure. • For system failure due to overclocking, you to pins 1-2. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. A8V-VM R A8V-VM Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS • Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on ...BIOS setup to clear the RTC, and just use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Remove the battery. Re-install the battery. 1.9 Jumpers 1. ASUS A8V-VM 1-19 Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you do not need to re-enter data....
...boot failure. • For system failure due to overclocking, you to pins 1-2. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. A8V-VM R A8V-VM Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS • Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on ...BIOS setup to clear the RTC, and just use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Remove the battery. Re-install the battery. 1.9 Jumpers 1. ASUS A8V-VM 1-19 Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you do not need to re-enter data....
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... connection BLINKING Transmitting and receiving BLINKING Transmitting and receiving LAN port 4. This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other devices. 3. Line Out port (lime). ASUS A8V-VM 1-21 PS/2 mouse port (green). Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects a headphone or a speaker. This 25-pin port...
... connection BLINKING Transmitting and receiving BLINKING Transmitting and receiving LAN port 4. This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other devices. 3. Line Out port (lime). ASUS A8V-VM 1-21 PS/2 mouse port (green). Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects a headphone or a speaker. This 25-pin port...
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No. PIN 1 PRI_IDE SEC_IDE A8V-VM R A8V-VM IDE Connectors PIN 1 ASUS A8V-VM 1-23 There are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 IDE devices. Cable Select Mode: to select the operating mode by hard-disk drive ...
No. PIN 1 PRI_IDE SEC_IDE A8V-VM R A8V-VM IDE Connectors PIN 1 ASUS A8V-VM 1-23 There are for Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 IDE devices. Cable Select Mode: to select the operating mode by hard-disk drive ...
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... not jumpers! Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! GND +12V Rotation CPU_FAN GND +12V Rotation A8V-VM R A8V-VM Fan Connectors CHA_FAN ASUS A8V-VM 1-25 Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
... not jumpers! Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! GND +12V Rotation CPU_FAN GND +12V Rotation A8V-VM R A8V-VM Fan Connectors CHA_FAN ASUS A8V-VM 1-25 Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
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... plug can provide at least 15 A on +12 V and that you intend to fit these connectors in only one orientation. ASUS A8V-VM 1 - 27 EATXPWR A8V-VM R ATX12V +12V DC GND +12V DC GND A8V-VM ATX Power Connectors +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts...
... plug can provide at least 15 A on +12 V and that you intend to fit these connectors in only one orientation. ASUS A8V-VM 1 - 27 EATXPWR A8V-VM R ATX12V +12V DC GND +12V DC GND A8V-VM ATX Power Connectors +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts...
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... line out L GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND +5VA Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A8V-VM R A8V-VM Analog Front Panel Connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC `97 audio standard. Remove the jumper ...sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND A8V -VM R CHASSIS (Default) A8V-VM Chassis Intrusion Connector ASUS A8V-VM 1-29 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is then generated as a chassis intrusion...
... line out L GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND +5VA Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A8V-VM R A8V-VM Analog Front Panel Connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC `97 audio standard. Remove the jumper ...sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND A8V -VM R CHASSIS (Default) A8V-VM Chassis Intrusion Connector ASUS A8V-VM 1-29 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is then generated as a chassis intrusion...
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...a DOS‑based utility. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... A "A8V-VM.ROM not found , EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. ASUS A8V-VM 2- Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable... floppy disk. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you rename the BIOS file to prevent system ...
...a DOS‑based utility. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... A "A8V-VM.ROM not found , EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. ASUS A8V-VM 2- Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable... floppy disk. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you rename the BIOS file to prevent system ...
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... system while updating the BIOS to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 3. All rights reserved. done Writing flash ..... done Please restart your computer 100% ASUS A8V-VM 2- Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the DOS prompt. 2. A:\>afudos /iA8VVM.ROM 4. Reboot the system from the motherboard support CD to prevent...
... system while updating the BIOS to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 3. All rights reserved. done Writing flash ..... done Please restart your computer 100% ASUS A8V-VM 2- Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the DOS prompt. 2. A:\>afudos /iA8VVM.ROM 4. Reboot the system from the motherboard support CD to prevent...
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.... Bad BIOS checksum. Floppy not found , the utility automatically checks the optical drive for this motherboard. ASUS A8V-VM 2- DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to the optical drive. 3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk...
.... Bad BIOS checksum. Floppy not found , the utility automatically checks the optical drive for this motherboard. ASUS A8V-VM 2- DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to the optical drive. 3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk...
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Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS A8V-VM 2- Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS A8V-VM 2- Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
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... after POST, restart the system by pressing ++, or by turning the system off and then back on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. ASUS A8V-VM 2-11 Use the BIOS Setup program when you can change the power management settings. For example, you scroll through the various sub-menus...match what you with its test routines. If you can also restart by pressing the reset button on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to "Run Setup". Select the Load Default Settings item under the Exit Menu...
... after POST, restart the system by pressing ++, or by turning the system off and then back on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. ASUS A8V-VM 2-11 Use the BIOS Setup program when you can change the power management settings. For example, you scroll through the various sub-menus...match what you with its test routines. If you can also restart by pressing the reset button on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to "Run Setup". Select the Load Default Settings item under the Exit Menu...
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... show the values for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in ] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Main menu items Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to malfunction.... is highlighted when selected. Refer to "2.2.7 Pop-up window." 2.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to configure system time. ASUS A8V-VM 2-13 You cannot select an item that is userconfigurable, you can change the value of a field, select it then press to display...
... show the values for that item. 2.2.8 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on Advanced Chipset settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in ] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Main menu items Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to malfunction.... is highlighted when selected. Refer to "2.2.7 Pop-up window." 2.2.7 Pop-up window Select a menu item then press to configure system time. ASUS A8V-VM 2-13 You cannot select an item that is userconfigurable, you can change the value of a field, select it then press to display...