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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary x 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 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-9 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-12 1.7 System memory 1-14 1.7.1 Overview 1-14 1.7.2 Memory configurations...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary x 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 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-9 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-12 1.7 System memory 1-14 1.7.1 Overview 1-14 1.7.2 Memory configurations...
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Contents Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 Updating the BIOS 2-7 2.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file 2-9 2.1.6 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 210 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen...2.3.7 Installed Memory 2-19 2.3.8 Usable Memory 2-19 2.4 Advanced menu 2-20 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-20 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-21 2.4.3 Chipset 2-22 2.4.3 PCIPnP 2-24 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration 2-25 2.4.5 USB Configuration 2-27 iv
Contents Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 Updating the BIOS 2-7 2.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file 2-9 2.1.6 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 210 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen...2.3.7 Installed Memory 2-19 2.3.8 Usable Memory 2-19 2.4 Advanced menu 2-20 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-20 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-21 2.4.3 Chipset 2-22 2.4.3 PCIPnP 2-24 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration 2-25 2.4.5 USB Configuration 2-27 iv
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M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary CPU. resolution 1920 x 1080p (The resolution cannot reach 1080p when ...1600 (@60Hz) Supports RGB with max. resolution 2048 x 1536 (@85Hz) Dual VGA output support: CRT & DVI/HDMI DVI & HDMI TV-out (YPbPr/AV/S) & DVI/HDMI Note: Simultaneous output for two (2) hard disk drives - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives ... Supports Jack-Sensing, Enumeration and Jack-Retasking technology Supports S/PDIF out throught the port on the bundled HDMI card (continued on the next page) Chipset Front side bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High...
M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary CPU. resolution 1920 x 1080p (The resolution cannot reach 1080p when ...1600 (@60Hz) Supports RGB with max. resolution 2048 x 1536 (@85Hz) Dual VGA output support: CRT & DVI/HDMI DVI & HDMI TV-out (YPbPr/AV/S) & DVI/HDMI Note: Simultaneous output for two (2) hard disk drives - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives ... Supports Jack-Sensing, Enumeration and Jack-Retasking technology Supports S/PDIF out throught the port on the bundled HDMI card (continued on the next page) Chipset Front side bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High...
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... port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 6-channel audio ports Internal connectors 1 x IEEE 1394a connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD audio in connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x COM connector 1 x Primary IDE connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x System panel...WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR, PXE, WOR by PME Special features ASUS Q-Fan ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Music Alarm ASUS O.C. M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary IEEE1394 TI IEEE 1394a controller supports: - 2 x IEEE 1394a ...
... port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 6-channel audio ports Internal connectors 1 x IEEE 1394a connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD audio in connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x COM connector 1 x Primary IDE connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x System panel...WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR, PXE, WOR by PME Special features ASUS Q-Fan ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Music Alarm ASUS O.C. M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary IEEE1394 TI IEEE 1394a controller supports: - 2 x IEEE 1394a ...
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... X1250 Graphics. See pages 1-25 and 1-36 for details. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1- AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. See page 1-25 and 2-22...800/1000MHz HT(HyperTransport) interface speeds, Microsoft® DirectX 9.0, Pixel Shader V2.0 and dual VGA outputs, and max. HDMI Interface HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all digital audio and video interface via a...
... X1250 Graphics. See pages 1-25 and 1-36 for details. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1- AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. See page 1-25 and 2-22...800/1000MHz HT(HyperTransport) interface speeds, Microsoft® DirectX 9.0, Pixel Shader V2.0 and dual VGA outputs, and max. HDMI Interface HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all digital audio and video interface via a...
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... one complete module. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1- See pages 1-24, 1-32 and 2-25 for details. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you can connect your system with one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. See page 2-10 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU fan speeds according to...
... one complete module. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1- See pages 1-24, 1-32 and 2-25 for details. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you can connect your system with one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. See page 2-10 for details. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU fan speeds according to...
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.... See page 1-22 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS O.C. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction The ASUS Music Alarm gives you a personal wake-up to the music of... an alarm clock. See page 2-36 for each parameter. ASUS Music Alarm Wake up call with your...
.... See page 1-22 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS O.C. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction The ASUS Music Alarm gives you a personal wake-up to the music of... an alarm clock. See page 2-36 for each parameter. ASUS Music Alarm Wake up call with your...
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... the socket to a 90°-100° angle. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI CPU Socket AM2 2. Make sure you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. The CPU fits in completely. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction The AM2 socket...
... the socket to a 90°-100° angle. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI CPU Socket AM2 2. Make sure you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. The CPU fits in completely. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction The AM2 socket...
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... until it is in place, push down the socket lever to connect the CPU fan connector! Connect the CPU fan cable to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4. The lever ... CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. 7. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI CPU fan connector Do not forget to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. 3. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-...
... until it is in place, push down the socket lever to connect the CPU fan connector! Connect the CPU fan cable to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4. The lever ... CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. 7. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI CPU fan connector Do not forget to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. 3. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-...
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... Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention... other motherboard components. • If you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly. Make sure that you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base...
... Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention... other motherboard components. • If you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly. Make sure that you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base...
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...) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12...
...) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12...
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...can supply at least 500 mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI Keyboard power setting ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-23 The USBPW5-8 and USBPW910 jumpers are for each USB port; Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up...a corresponding setting in the BIOS. 2. otherwise, the system will not power up feature. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, USBPW5-8, USBPW910) Set these jumpers to +5V to...
...can supply at least 500 mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI Keyboard power setting ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-23 The USBPW5-8 and USBPW910 jumpers are for each USB port; Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up...a corresponding setting in the BIOS. 2. otherwise, the system will not power up feature. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-4, USBPW5-8, USBPW910) Set these jumpers to +5V to...
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.... • Make sure the audio device of Sound playback is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-29 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may damage the motherboard components...the module to the fan connectors on the OS). CPU_FAN CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M2A-VM HDMI ® PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation M2A-VM HDMI Fan connectors 6. 5. CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors. (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)...
.... • Make sure the audio device of Sound playback is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-29 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may damage the motherboard components...the module to the fan connectors on the OS). CPU_FAN CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M2A-VM HDMI ® PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation M2A-VM HDMI Fan connectors 6. 5. CPU, Chassis, and Power Fan connectors. (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1)...
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Following is a configuration example for your reference. Playback software - Memory - 2 x 1GB of DDR2-800 (Dual channel mode). Using the CPU/Memory of higher speed and bandwidth with the higher-version DVD player and drivers will affect the playback quality. CyberLink PowerDVD V.7.3 File Format Non protected ... x 1080i 1280 x 720p 1280 x 720p 1280 x 720p 1-36 Chapter 1: Product introduction Playback of HD DVD and Blu-Ray Discs The speed and bandwidth of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback quality...
Following is a configuration example for your reference. Playback software - Memory - 2 x 1GB of DDR2-800 (Dual channel mode). Using the CPU/Memory of higher speed and bandwidth with the higher-version DVD player and drivers will affect the playback quality. CyberLink PowerDVD V.7.3 File Format Non protected ... x 1080i 1280 x 720p 1280 x 720p 1280 x 720p 1-36 Chapter 1: Product introduction Playback of HD DVD and Blu-Ray Discs The speed and bandwidth of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback quality...
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...voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+1.20V] [+1.30V] [+1.40V] [+1.50V] DDR2 Voltage Control [Auto] Allows you to set the operating CPU voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [100mV] 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS setup F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item ESC: Exit ...Save and Exit 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration Advanced Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Select Menu +1.2VNBSB DDR2 Voltage Control CPU Voltage Control CPU Multiplier CPU Voltage CPU Frequency [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [200MHz] Item Specific Help Set +1.2VNBSB Voltage +1.2VNBSB...
...voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+1.20V] [+1.30V] [+1.40V] [+1.50V] DDR2 Voltage Control [Auto] Allows you to set the operating CPU voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [100mV] 2-20 Chapter 2: BIOS setup F1:Help ↑↓ : Select Item ESC: Exit ...Save and Exit 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration Advanced Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Select Menu +1.2VNBSB DDR2 Voltage Control CPU Voltage Control CPU Multiplier CPU Voltage CPU Frequency [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [200MHz] Item Specific Help Set +1.2VNBSB Voltage +1.2VNBSB...
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...ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-21 The values range from 200 to type in the desired CPU frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology. Use the numeric keys to 400. 2.4.2 CPU Configuration Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Configuration CPU... Type AMD Sempron(tm) Processor 3400+ CPU Speed 1800MHz Cache RAM 256K AMD Live! AMD ...
...ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-21 The values range from 200 to type in the desired CPU frequency. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology. Use the numeric keys to 400. 2.4.2 CPU Configuration Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Configuration CPU... Type AMD Sempron(tm) Processor 3400+ CPU Speed 1800MHz Cache RAM 256K AMD Live! AMD ...
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... of alarm, highlight this item and press to display a pop-up menu. Press to move to select the CPU fan type. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Hardware Monitor Q-Fan Controller CPU Fan Type Vcore Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage [Enabled] [DC] [1.56V] [3.18V] [5.05V]... [11.58V] CPU Temperature MB Temperature CPU FAN Speed CHA_FAN Speed PWR_FAN Speed CPU Fan Speed warning 48ºC 41ºC 3068 RPM 0 RPM 0 RPM [800 RPM] Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to ...
... of alarm, highlight this item and press to display a pop-up menu. Press to move to select the CPU fan type. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Hardware Monitor Q-Fan Controller CPU Fan Type Vcore Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage [Enabled] [DC] [1.56V] [3.18V] [5.05V]... [11.58V] CPU Temperature MB Temperature CPU FAN Speed CHA_FAN Speed PWR_FAN Speed CPU Fan Speed warning 48ºC 41ºC 3068 RPM 0 RPM 0 RPM [800 RPM] Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to ...
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... any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows 0. Configuration options: [Disabled] [800RPM] [1200RPM] [1600RPM] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-31 CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]. CPU Fan Speed warning [800 RPM] Sets the CPU fan speed warning feature. These items are not user-configurable. Vcore Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard...
... any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows 0. Configuration options: [Disabled] [800RPM] [1200RPM] [1600RPM] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-31 CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM]. CPU Fan Speed warning [800 RPM] Sets the CPU fan speed warning feature. These items are not user-configurable. Vcore Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard...
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..." file is found. Load from File". Turn on the system. 3. Enter BIOS setup program. Profile Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Tools ASUS O.C. Profile Load BIOS Profile Save BIOS Profile Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to load the file. 5. Insert the storage devices ...that contain the "xxx.CMO" file. 2. A pop-up message will appear. 4. Then press to Set. 2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Load from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the "xxx.CMO" file can be loaded. 2-38 Chapter 2: BIOS setup Load BIOS Profile Phoenix-...
..." file is found. Load from File". Turn on the system. 3. Enter BIOS setup program. Profile Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Tools ASUS O.C. Profile Load BIOS Profile Save BIOS Profile Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to load the file. 5. Insert the storage devices ...that contain the "xxx.CMO" file. 2. A pop-up message will appear. 4. Then press to Set. 2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Load from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the "xxx.CMO" file can be loaded. 2-38 Chapter 2: BIOS setup Load BIOS Profile Phoenix-...
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...applications and other software that uses your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Cool 'n' Quiet Utility This item installs the ASUS Cool 'n' Quiet utility. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems...utilities option may not be the same for details. 3- Chapter 3: Software support Installation Wizard for Utilities Launches the ASUS InstallAll utilities installation wizard. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you keep your favorite CD music to give you a personal wake-up call...
...applications and other software that uses your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Cool 'n' Quiet Utility This item installs the ASUS Cool 'n' Quiet utility. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems...utilities option may not be the same for details. 3- Chapter 3: Software support Installation Wizard for Utilities Launches the ASUS InstallAll utilities installation wizard. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you keep your favorite CD music to give you a personal wake-up call...