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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii k8N-VM 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 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 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-11 1.7.1 Overview 1-11 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-11 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii k8N-VM 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 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 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-11 1.7.1 Overview 1-11 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-11 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM...
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...2.4 Advanced menu 2-18 2.4.1 AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Configuration 2-18 2.4.2 JumperFree Configuration 2-19 2.4.3 CPU Configuration 2-20 2.4.4 Chipset 2-20 2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-27 2.4.6 PCI PnP 2-28 2.4.7 USB Con...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 ...
...2.4 Advanced menu 2-18 2.4.1 AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Configuration 2-18 2.4.2 JumperFree Configuration 2-19 2.4.3 CPU Configuration 2-20 2.4.4 Chipset 2-20 2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-27 2.4.6 PCI PnP 2-28 2.4.7 USB Con...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 ...
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K8N-VM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio LAN USB Special features Rear panel Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64/ ... Supports Jack Sensing technology S/PDIF out interface Integrated 10/100 Mb MAC with Realtek® ALC8201CL external PHY Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS EZ Flash ASUS MyLogo2™ 1 x Parallel port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x VGA port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Serial port 5.1 channel audio I/O ports...
K8N-VM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio LAN USB Special features Rear panel Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64/ ... Supports Jack Sensing technology S/PDIF out interface Integrated 10/100 Mb MAC with Realtek® ALC8201CL external PHY Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS EZ Flash ASUS MyLogo2™ 1 x Parallel port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x VGA port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Serial port 5.1 channel audio I/O ports...
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ix K8N-VM specifications summary BIOS features Internal connectors Power Requirement Form Factor Manageability Support CD contents 4 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.3 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD in audio connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 2 x ...ATX: 9.6 in . (24.5cm x 19.3cm) WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II AMD Cool ʻnʼQuiet™ utility ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. x 7.6 in ....
ix K8N-VM specifications summary BIOS features Internal connectors Power Requirement Form Factor Manageability Support CD contents 4 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.3 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD in audio connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 2 x ...ATX: 9.6 in . (24.5cm x 19.3cm) WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II AMD Cool ʻnʼQuiet™ utility ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. x 7.6 in ....
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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. When the system hangs due to ... BIOS even before loading the operating system. See page 2-6 for details. See page 2-35 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. This protection eliminates the need ...
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. When the system hangs due to ... BIOS even before loading the operating system. See page 2-6 for details. See page 2-35 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. This protection eliminates the need ...
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Gold triangle Installing the CPU Follow these processors can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. R K8N-VM K8N-VM CPU Socket 754 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to install a CPU. 1. ASUS K8N-VM 1-9 Take note of these... steps to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely. The ...
Gold triangle Installing the CPU Follow these processors can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. R K8N-VM K8N-VM CPU Socket 754 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to install a CPU. 1. ASUS K8N-VM 1-9 Take note of these... steps to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely. The ...
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... DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that it fits in one correct orientation. CPU_FAN R K8N-VM K8N-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to... the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to secure the CPU. Small triangle Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following...
... DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that it fits in one correct orientation. CPU_FAN R K8N-VM K8N-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to... the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to secure the CPU. Small triangle Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following...
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... of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Reinstall the battery. 5. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. R K8N-VM K8N-VM 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 to pins 2-3. Remove the...) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature.
... of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Reinstall the battery. 5. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. R K8N-VM K8N-VM 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 to pins 2-3. Remove the...) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature.
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...connect to additional USB ports. USBPW1234 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB R K8N-VM USBPW5678 123 123 K8N-VM USB Device Wake-Up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. The USBPW5678 jumper is for each ... must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. ASUS K8N-VM 1-19 USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1234, USBPW5678) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up feature requires a power supply that...
...connect to additional USB ports. USBPW1234 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB R K8N-VM USBPW5678 123 123 K8N-VM USB Device Wake-Up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. The USBPW5678 jumper is for each ... must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. ASUS K8N-VM 1-19 USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1234, USBPW5678) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up feature requires a power supply that...
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... Displays the auto-detected system memory. Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item + - Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit ASUS K8N-VM 2-17 AMIBIOS Version : 0013 Build Date : 10/13/05 Processor Type Speed Count : AMD Athlon(tm...
... Displays the auto-detected system memory. Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item + - Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Change Field Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit ASUS K8N-VM 2-17 AMIBIOS Version : 0013 Build Date : 10/13/05 Processor Type Speed Count : AMD Athlon(tm...
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...allow you to enabled or disabled the AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet™ technology feature. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Configuration JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Configure AMD Cool 'n' Quiet support 2.4.1 AMD Cool ʻnʼ...Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. The Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Configuration item appears only when you use...
...allow you to enabled or disabled the AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet™ technology feature. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Configuration JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Configure AMD Cool 'n' Quiet support 2.4.1 AMD Cool ʻnʼ...Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. The Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Configuration item appears only when you use...
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...and keys to the system bus and PCI bus. You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. CPU FSB Frequency [XXX] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. ASUS K8N-VM 2-19 Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit Allows you to select the... overclocking options to be auto-adjusted. Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to achieEvSCe tEhxeitdesired CPU internal frequency. allows you set the ...
...and keys to the system bus and PCI bus. You can also type the desired CPU frequency using the numeric keypad. CPU FSB Frequency [XXX] Displays the frequency sent by the BIOS. ASUS K8N-VM 2-19 Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit Allows you to select the... overclocking options to be auto-adjusted. Frequencies higher than CPU manufacturer recommends are not guaranteed to achieEvSCe tEhxeitdesired CPU internal frequency. allows you set the ...
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...guration Options for NB 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup Advanced Chipset Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in this menu show the CPU-related information auto-detected by BIOS. CPU Configuration Module Version: 14.06 Physical Count: 1 Logical Count : 1 AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+...Cache L1: 64KB Cache L2: 1024KB Speed : 2000MHz Current FSB Multiplier: 10x Maximum FSB Multiplier: 10x Able to malfunction. 2.4.3 CPU Configuration The items in below sections may cause system to Change Freq. : Yes uCode Patch Level : 0x39 Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item + ...
...guration Options for NB 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup Advanced Chipset Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in this menu show the CPU-related information auto-detected by BIOS. CPU Configuration Module Version: 14.06 Physical Count: 1 Logical Count : 1 AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+...Cache L1: 64KB Cache L2: 1024KB Speed : 2000MHz Current FSB Multiplier: 10x Maximum FSB Multiplier: 10x Able to malfunction. 2.4.3 CPU Configuration The items in below sections may cause system to Change Freq. : Yes uCode Patch Level : 0x39 Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item + ...
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... turn on the system. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] 2.5.5 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed VCORE Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power [51ºC/122.5ºF] [...41ºC/105.5ºF] [3813 RPM] [N/A] [ 1.632V] [ 3.296V] [ 5.256V] [12.196V] CPU Temperature Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore On AC Power Loss [Last State] When set to turn on state, ...
... turn on the system. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] 2.5.5 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed VCORE Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power [51ºC/122.5ºF] [...41ºC/105.5ºF] [3813 RPM] [N/A] [ 1.632V] [ 3.296V] [ 5.256V] [12.196V] CPU Temperature Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore On AC Power Loss [Last State] When set to turn on state, ...
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ASUS K8N-VM 2-33 CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through ...
ASUS K8N-VM 2-33 CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through ...
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... helps you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is for updates. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the Microsoft website (www.... This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of you computer so you keep your computer. Microsoft DirectX...
... helps you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Screen Saver Installs the ASUS screen saver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is for updates. 3-4 Chapter 3: Software support Visit the Microsoft website (www.... This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of you computer so you keep your computer. Microsoft DirectX...
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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii k8N-VM 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 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 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-11 1.7.1 Overview 1-11 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-11 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii k8N-VM 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 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 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-11 1.7.1 Overview 1-11 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-11 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM...
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...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... 2-18 2.4.1 AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Configuration 2-18 2.4.2 JumperFree Configuration 2-19 2.4.3 CPU Configuration 2-20 2.4.4 Chipset 2-20 2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-27 2.4.6 PCI PnP 2-28 2.4.7 USB Configuration...
...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... 2-18 2.4.1 AMD Cool ʻnʼ Quiet Configuration 2-18 2.4.2 JumperFree Configuration 2-19 2.4.3 CPU Configuration 2-20 2.4.4 Chipset 2-20 2.4.5 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-27 2.4.6 PCI PnP 2-28 2.4.7 USB Configuration...
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K8N-VM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio LAN USB Special features Accessories Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64/ Sempron ... Supports Jack Sensing technology S/PDIF out interface Integrated 10/100 Mb MAC with Realtek® ALC8201CL external PHY Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS EZ Flash ASUS MyLogo2™ 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x SATA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x FDD cable I/O Shield User manual (continued on the next page...
K8N-VM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio LAN USB Special features Accessories Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64/ Sempron ... Supports Jack Sensing technology S/PDIF out interface Integrated 10/100 Mb MAC with Realtek® ALC8201CL external PHY Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS EZ Flash ASUS MyLogo2™ 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x SATA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x FDD cable I/O Shield User manual (continued on the next page...
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ix K8N-VM specifications summary BIOS features Rear panel ...port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Serial port 5.1 channel audio I/O ports 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD in audio connector 1 x CPU fan connectors 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for four additional USB 2.0 ports 24-pin ATX power connector 4-pin x ATX 12V power ...24.5cm x 19.3cm) WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II AMD Cool ʻnʼQuiet™ utility ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without ...
ix K8N-VM specifications summary BIOS features Rear panel ...port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Serial port 5.1 channel audio I/O ports 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD in audio connector 1 x CPU fan connectors 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for four additional USB 2.0 ports 24-pin ATX power connector 4-pin x ATX 12V power ...24.5cm x 19.3cm) WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II AMD Cool ʻnʼQuiet™ utility ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without ...