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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii K8V-MX specifications summary ix 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 ASUS unique 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 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 Overview 1-10 1.7.2 Memory con...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii K8V-MX specifications summary ix 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 ASUS unique 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 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Overview 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.7 System memory 1-10 1.7.1 Overview 1-10 1.7.2 Memory con...
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...to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Do not place the product in your retailer. vii Operational safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power ...
...to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Do not place the product in your retailer. vii Operational safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the... motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power ...
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It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of this motherboard. Product Introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of this motherboard. Product Introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
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... RAID The on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package Contents Check your K8V-MX package for buying the ASUS® K8V-MX motherboard! Before you for the following items. ASUS K8V-MX motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x Ultra DMA cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x FDD cable I/O shield User...AMD Sempron processors: The AMD Athlon 64 processor is based on 2 Serial ATA ports. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The ASUS K8V-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , check the items in the long line of the industry...
... RAID The on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package Contents Check your K8V-MX package for buying the ASUS® K8V-MX motherboard! Before you for the following items. ASUS K8V-MX motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x Ultra DMA cable 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x FDD cable I/O shield User...AMD Sempron processors: The AMD Athlon 64 processor is based on 2 Serial ATA ports. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The ASUS K8V-MX motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , check the items in the long line of the industry...
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... deliver exceptional integrated graphics and video playback performance. AGP 8X support AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is the latest connectiviity standard for next generation components and peripherals. ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-3 USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 is the next generation VGA interface specification that enables enhanced graphics performance with high bandwidth speeds of up drive. SoundMAX...
... deliver exceptional integrated graphics and video playback performance. AGP 8X support AGP 8X (AGP 3.0) is the latest connectiviity standard for next generation components and peripherals. ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-3 USB 2.0 technology USB 2.0 is the next generation VGA interface specification that enables enhanced graphics performance with high bandwidth speeds of up drive. SoundMAX...
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... ASUS unique features EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can amend the CPU setting again. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to clear CMOS data. See page 2-5. Technology The K8V-MX ...loading the operating system. S/PDIF out The K8V-MXʼs S/PDIF-out function turns your comoputer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to reboot the computer and perform an smart auto-recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. AMD Cool ʻnʼ...
... ASUS unique features EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can amend the CPU setting again. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to clear CMOS data. See page 2-5. Technology The K8V-MX ...loading the operating system. S/PDIF out The K8V-MXʼs S/PDIF-out function turns your comoputer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to reboot the computer and perform an smart auto-recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. AMD Cool ʻnʼ...
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...you install or remove any component, ensure that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. R K8V-MX K8V-MX Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-5 This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before handling...the power cord is switched off mode. 1.4 Before You Proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to ...
...you install or remove any component, ensure that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. R K8V-MX K8V-MX Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-5 This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before handling...the power cord is switched off mode. 1.4 Before You Proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to ...
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FLOPPY 1.5 Motherboard Overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2 T: Mouse B: Keyboard ATX12V COM1 KBPWR CPU_FAN ATXPWR CHA_FAN DDR DIMM1 (64 bit, 184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit, 184-pin module) PARALLEL PORT Socket 754 VGA USB1 USB2 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In USBPW12 USBPW34 VIA K8M800 AGP R FP_AUDIO AD1888 SPDIF AUX CD PCI1 K8V-MX PCI2 PCI3 USBPW56 USBPW78 USB78 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB56 SB_PWR VIA VT8237R SATA2 SATA1 Super I/O CLRTC 4Mbit BIOS PANEL PRI_IDE SEC_IDE 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
FLOPPY 1.5 Motherboard Overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2 T: Mouse B: Keyboard ATX12V COM1 KBPWR CPU_FAN ATXPWR CHA_FAN DDR DIMM1 (64 bit, 184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit, 184-pin module) PARALLEL PORT Socket 754 VGA USB1 USB2 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In USBPW12 USBPW34 VIA K8M800 AGP R FP_AUDIO AD1888 SPDIF AUX CD PCI1 K8V-MX PCI2 PCI3 USBPW56 USBPW78 USB78 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB56 SB_PWR VIA VT8237R SATA2 SATA1 Super I/O CLRTC 4Mbit BIOS PANEL PRI_IDE SEC_IDE 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so may damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis R K8V-MX ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-7
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so may damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis R K8V-MX ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-7
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle in completely. Gold Arrow R K8V-MX K8V-MX CPU Socket 754 Incorrect installation of the CPU socket. Socket Lever 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This mark indicates the processor Pin A1 that the socket ... it up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in one corner. Locate the 754-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 2. Make sure that should match a specific corner of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! 1.6.2 ...
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle in completely. Gold Arrow R K8V-MX K8V-MX CPU Socket 754 Incorrect installation of the CPU socket. Socket Lever 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This mark indicates the processor Pin A1 that the socket ... it up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in one corner. Locate the 754-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard. 2. Make sure that should match a specific corner of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU! 1.6.2 ...
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... into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. I n s t a l l a C P U h e a t s i n k a n d f a n following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-9 Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package... the socket such that it fits in one correct orientation. Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place. The lever clicks on the motherboard. When the CPU is locked. 6.
... into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. I n s t a l l a C P U h e a t s i n k a n d f a n following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-9 Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package... the socket such that it fits in one correct orientation. Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place. The lever clicks on the motherboard. When the CPU is locked. 6.
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..., it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from qualified vendors. The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets. R K8V-MX K8V-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB DDR DIMMs into... rate. See the Qualified Vendors List (QVL) next page. 80 Pins 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DIMM1 DIMM2 104 Pins 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.
..., it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from qualified vendors. The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets. R K8V-MX K8V-MX 184-Pin DDR DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB and 1 GB DDR DIMMs into... rate. See the Qualified Vendors List (QVL) next page. 80 Pins 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DIMM1 DIMM2 104 Pins 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets.
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... SAMSUNG Winbond Winbond Winbond Winbond Elpida Elpida SAMSUNG Mosel PSC PSC Mosel SAMSUNG PSC Hynix Pmi Pmi Mosel Hynix KINGMAX (Continued on the next page) ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard DIMM support Side(s) Component SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 SS A2S56D30BTP SS HY5DU12822BT-D43 SS D3208DL3T-5A DS D3208DH1T-5 SS D3208DH1T-6 DS D3208DH1T-6 DS...-J SS PM4D328D50406EU DS PM4D328S50403DU SS V58C2256804SAT6 DS HY5DU56822BT-J SS KDL388P4LA-50 A* B* 1-11 Obtain DDR DIMMs only from qualified vendors for use with this motherboard.
... SAMSUNG Winbond Winbond Winbond Winbond Elpida Elpida SAMSUNG Mosel PSC PSC Mosel SAMSUNG PSC Hynix Pmi Pmi Mosel Hynix KINGMAX (Continued on the next page) ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard DIMM support Side(s) Component SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 SS A2S56D30BTP SS HY5DU12822BT-D43 SS D3208DL3T-5A DS D3208DH1T-5 SS D3208DH1T-6 DS D3208DH1T-6 DS...-J SS PM4D328D50406EU DS PM4D328S50403DU SS V58C2256804SAT6 DS HY5DU56822BT-J SS KDL388P4LA-50 A* B* 1-11 Obtain DDR DIMMs only from qualified vendors for use with this motherboard.
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...it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in the motherboard. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. ...remove a DIMM. 1. DDR DIMM notch 2. Unlocked Retaining Clip A DDR DIMM is properly seated. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-13 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to unlock the DIMM.
...it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in the motherboard. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. ...remove a DIMM. 1. DDR DIMM notch 2. Unlocked Retaining Clip A DDR DIMM is properly seated. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-13 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to unlock the DIMM.
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...unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Make sure to the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring...Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you removed earlier. 6. The following sub-sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that came with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card Follow these steps to the tables on BIOS setup. 2.
...unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Make sure to the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring...Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you removed earlier. 6. The following sub-sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that came with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card Follow these steps to the tables on BIOS setup. 2.
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IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. INT D -- -- -- -- otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-15 shared -- -- INT C -- -- shared INT B -- shared -- When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support " Share IRQ" or that the...for PCI Steering PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 AGP slot INT A shared -- --
IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. INT D -- -- -- -- otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-15 shared -- -- INT C -- -- shared INT B -- shared -- When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support " Share IRQ" or that the...for PCI Steering PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 AGP slot INT A shared -- --
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...;ngers to ensure that comply with PCI specifications. The figure below shows a LAN card installed on this motherboard! 3.3V AGP cards are not supported in this motherboard. R K8V-MX Keyed for 1.5v K8V-MX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support LAN, SCSI, USB, and other...
...;ngers to ensure that comply with PCI specifications. The figure below shows a LAN card installed on this motherboard! 3.3V AGP cards are not supported in this motherboard. R K8V-MX Keyed for 1.5v K8V-MX Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support LAN, SCSI, USB, and other...
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Replace the battery. 5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. R K8V-MX K8V-MX Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-17 Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 4. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Except when clearing the RTC ...
Replace the battery. 5. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. R K8V-MX K8V-MX Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-17 Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 4. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Except when clearing the RTC ...
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1.10 Connectors This section describes and illustrates the rear panel and internal connectors on the motherboard. 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other devices. 3.... /2-Channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-Channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-Channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-19 or 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 6. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. LAN (RJ-45)...
1.10 Connectors This section describes and illustrates the rear panel and internal connectors on the motherboard. 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other devices. 3.... /2-Channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-Channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-Channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center ASUS K8V-MX Motherboard 1-19 or 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 6. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. LAN (RJ-45)...