K8V-VM user's manual
Page 3
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii K8V-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 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 configurations 1-10 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM 1-13 1.7.4 Removing a ...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii K8V-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 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 configurations 1-10 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM 1-13 1.7.4 Removing a ...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 7
...Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates... the grounding circuit. • Set your power supply to the correct voltage in municipal waste. vii Operational 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 ...
...Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates... the grounding circuit. • Set your power supply to the correct voltage in municipal waste. vii Operational 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 ...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 11
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. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of this motherboard.
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 12
... for your retailer. 1.3 Special Features 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD Athlon™ 64 processor support The K8V-VM supports AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors. The ASUS K8V-VM motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , check the items in the ... to replace current 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access and increased productivity. Before you for the following items. ASUS K8V-VM motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Serial ATA cable kit (SATA/Power) 1 x FDD cable I/O ...
... for your retailer. 1.3 Special Features 1.3.1 Product highlights AMD Athlon™ 64 processor support The K8V-VM supports AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors. The ASUS K8V-VM motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it , check the items in the ... to replace current 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access and increased productivity. Before you for the following items. ASUS K8V-VM motherboard ASUS motherboard support CD 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Serial ATA cable kit (SATA/Power) 1 x FDD cable I/O ...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 13
...allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. Backwards compatible with the AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors. Technology The K8V-VM supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! The VIA K8M890 features an Integrated Graphics Processor (IGP) to set up drive. The VT8237A...exceptional integrated graphics and video playback performance. Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- See page 1-16 for a cool and quiet environment. VIA K8M890 and VT8237A chipset The VIA K8M890 northbridge is a 64...
...allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. Backwards compatible with the AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors. Technology The K8V-VM supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet! The VIA K8M890 features an Integrated Graphics Processor (IGP) to set up drive. The VT8237A...exceptional integrated graphics and video playback performance. Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- See page 1-16 for a cool and quiet environment. VIA K8M890 and VT8237A chipset The VIA K8M890 northbridge is a 64...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 14
...recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. See page 2-7. CrashFree BIOS2 Whenever BIOS gets corrupted, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 allows users to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. See page 2-5. See pages 2-31. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS MyLogo™ This feature... allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. 1.3.2 ASUS unique features EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to your...
...recovery procedure through the motherboard support CD. See page 2-7. CrashFree BIOS2 Whenever BIOS gets corrupted, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 allows users to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. See page 2-5. See pages 2-31. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS MyLogo™ This feature... allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. 1.3.2 ASUS unique features EZ Flash BIOS With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to your...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 15
K8V-VM R r K8V-VM Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. Failure to do so may cause ...antistatic pad or in soft-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. This is a reminder that you should shut down...
K8V-VM R r K8V-VM Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. Failure to do so may cause ...antistatic pad or in soft-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. This is a reminder that you should shut down...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 16
K8V-VM DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) EATXPWR 1.5 Motherboard Overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM2 18.2cm (7.2in) ATX12V CPU_FAN Socket 754 PARALLEL PORT VGA PS2_USB_PWR USB12 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:...
K8V-VM DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) EATXPWR 1.5 Motherboard Overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM2 18.2cm (7.2in) ATX12V CPU_FAN Socket 754 PARALLEL PORT VGA PS2_USB_PWR USB12 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 17
The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis : R r ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard. K8V-VM 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 six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis : R r ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard. K8V-VM 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 six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 18
The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle at one corner. K8V-VM R r K8V-VM CPU Socket 74 Incorrect installation of the CPU socket. Socket Lever 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction 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...Pin A1 that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a surface mount 754-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor.
The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle at one corner. K8V-VM R r K8V-VM CPU Socket 74 Incorrect installation of the CPU socket. Socket Lever 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction 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...Pin A1 that the socket lever is lifted up to a 90°-100° angle. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) 1.6.1 Overview The motherboard comes with a surface mount 754-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor.
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 19
...that came with a small triangle. 4. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place. When the CPU is locked. 6. 3. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the... socket corner with the heatsink package. 7. The lever clicks on the motherboard. Connect the CPU fan cable to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to the...
...that came with a small triangle. 4. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place. When the CPU is locked. 6. 3. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1- Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the... socket corner with the heatsink package. 7. The lever clicks on the motherboard. Connect the CPU fan cable to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to the...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 20
... 184-pin PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 unbuffered DDR DIMMs and allow up to 3.2 GB/s data transfer rate. K8V-VM DIMM1 DIMM2 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. R r K8V-VM 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64 MB, 128 MB, 256...
... 184-pin PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 unbuffered DDR DIMMs and allow up to 3.2 GB/s data transfer rate. K8V-VM DIMM1 DIMM2 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. R r K8V-VM 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 64 MB, 128 MB, 256...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 21
Obtain DDR DIMMs only from qualified vendors for use with this motherboard. DDR400 Qualified Vendor List (QVL) Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 256MB...-5B K4H560838F-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B A2S56D3OBTP A2S56D3OATP V58C2256804SAT5B K4H560838F-TCCC A2S56D30BTP HY5DU56822CT-J V58C2256804SAT6 (Continued on the next page) DIMM support A* B* ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-11 Qualified DDR400 DIMMs The following table lists the DDR400 (PC3200) memory modules that have been tested and qualified for better system performance....
Obtain DDR DIMMs only from qualified vendors for use with this motherboard. DDR400 Qualified Vendor List (QVL) Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 256MB...-5B K4H560838F-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B A2S56D3OBTP A2S56D3OATP V58C2256804SAT5B K4H560838F-TCCC A2S56D30BTP HY5DU56822CT-J V58C2256804SAT6 (Continued on the next page) DIMM support A* B* ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-11 Qualified DDR400 DIMMs The following table lists the DDR400 (PC3200) memory modules that have been tested and qualified for better system performance....
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 23
... that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in the motherboard. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-13 Align a DIMM on the socket. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to both the...
... that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in the motherboard. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3. ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-13 Align a DIMM on the socket. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to both the...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 24
...BIOS settings, if any. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that you intend to use . 4. Refer to the tables on the slot. 5. Secure the card to the card...firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card Follow these steps to install an expansion card. 1. Align the card connector with it and make the necessary...
...BIOS settings, if any. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that you intend to use . 4. Refer to the tables on the slot. 5. Secure the card to the card...firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card Follow these steps to install an expansion card. 1. Align the card connector with it and make the necessary...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 25
shared -- When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-15 Standard Interrupt Assignments IRQ Priority 0 1 1 2 2 N/A 3 11 4* 12 5* 13 6 14 7* 15 8 3 9* 4 10* 5 11* 6 12... 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 OnBoard VGA INT A shared -- INT D -- -- -- IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. INT...
shared -- When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-15 Standard Interrupt Assignments IRQ Priority 0 1 1 2 2 N/A 3 11 4* 12 5* 13 6 14 7* 15 8 3 9* 4 10* 5 11* 6 12... 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 OnBoard VGA INT A shared -- INT D -- -- -- IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. INT...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 26
The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other PCI cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support LAN, SCSI, ... cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot...
The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other PCI cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support LAN, SCSI, ... cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 27
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. K8V-VM R r K8V-VM Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 2 1 Normal (Default) 3 2 Clear CMOS ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-17 1.9 Jumpers 1. The RAM data in CMOS. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 4. Except when clearing...
Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. K8V-VM R r K8V-VM Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 2 1 Normal (Default) 3 2 Clear CMOS ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-17 1.9 Jumpers 1. The RAM data in CMOS. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 4. Except when clearing...
K8V-VM user's manual
Page 29
...Headphone /2-Channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-Channel Back Surround Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-Channel Back Surround Front Speaker Out Center/LFE ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-19 In 4 or 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Back Surround. 5. This Line Out (lime) port connects a ...for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. 4. PS/2 mouse port (green). Microphone port. Line In port. In 4 or 6-channel mode, the function of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change when you select...
...Headphone /2-Channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-Channel Back Surround Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-Channel Back Surround Front Speaker Out Center/LFE ASUS K8V-VM Motherboard 1-19 In 4 or 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Back Surround. 5. This Line Out (lime) port connects a ...for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. 4. PS/2 mouse port (green). Microphone port. Line In port. In 4 or 6-channel mode, the function of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change when you select...