User Manual
Page 14
... with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for buying an ASUS® M2N-VM HDMI motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line...the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-VM HDMI motherboard 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 cable 1 x Floppy disk ...
... with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for buying an ASUS® M2N-VM HDMI motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line...the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-VM HDMI motherboard 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x 2-port Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 cable 1 x Floppy disk ...
User Manual
Page 15
... the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all digital audio and video interface via a single cable and is for 3D graphics and other protected content. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- Dual-Core CPU Enjoy the extraordinary CPU power from dual-core CPU. Dual channel DDR2 1066 DDR2 1066 memory provides great performance for AM2+ only...
... the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all digital audio and video interface via a single cable and is for 3D graphics and other protected content. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- Dual-Core CPU Enjoy the extraordinary CPU power from dual-core CPU. Dual channel DDR2 1066 DDR2 1066 memory provides great performance for AM2+ only...
User Manual
Page 17
... corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See pages 2-4 and 2-40 for each parameter. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in line with the European Union's Restriction... C.P.R. See page 1-21 for details. See page 2-7 for details. This is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Q-Fan technology ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for...
... corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See pages 2-4 and 2-40 for each parameter. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in line with the European Union's Restriction... C.P.R. See page 1-21 for details. See page 2-7 for details. This is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Q-Fan technology ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts CPU fan speeds according to system loading to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for...
User Manual
Page 21
... lever R Ensure that you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- The AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM2 socket. M2N-VM HDMI 2. Ensure that the socket lever is designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. The CPU fits in...
... lever R Ensure that you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- The AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AM2 socket. M2N-VM HDMI 2. Ensure that the socket lever is designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. The CPU fits in...
User Manual
Page 23
... module base. • The retention module base is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-11 If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components...
... module base. • The retention module base is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you use only qualified heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-11 If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components...
User Manual
Page 25
... Sockets DIMM_B1 Populated - Recommended memory configurations Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-13 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 128 Pins R M2N-VM HDMI 112 Pins M2N-VM HDMI 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory...
... Sockets DIMM_B1 Populated - Recommended memory configurations Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-13 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 128 Pins R M2N-VM HDMI 112 Pins M2N-VM HDMI 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory...
User Manual
Page 29
... DIMM sockets do so may cause severe damage to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM 2 To remove a DIMM: 11 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-17 Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips...
... DIMM sockets do so may cause severe damage to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM 2 To remove a DIMM: 11 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-17 Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips...
User Manual
Page 31
... are usually available for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI Express x1 slot PCI Express x16 slot A B C D - IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-19 shared - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. When using PCI cards on shared...
... are usually available for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 PCI Express x1 slot PCI Express x16 slot A B C D - IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-19 shared - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. When using PCI cards on shared...
User Manual
Page 33
...system passwords. You can automatically reset parameter settings to re-enter data. Reinstall the battery. 5. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! R ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-21 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default...CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. M2N-VM HDMI You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 2-3. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 4. 1.9 Jumpers...
...system passwords. You can automatically reset parameter settings to re-enter data. Reinstall the battery. 5. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! R ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-21 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default...CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. M2N-VM HDMI You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 2-3. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 4. 1.9 Jumpers...
User Manual
Page 35
... HDM/DVI_TXD1N 14 HDMI_SCL DVI_SCL SCL HDMI_SDA DVI_SDA SDA DVI (Default) ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-23 Set this jumper to pins 2-3 to enable the HDMI feature. HDJ1 Setting This jumper allows you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. M2N-VM HDMI R R 4. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to enable or...
... HDM/DVI_TXD1N 14 HDMI_SCL DVI_SCL SCL HDMI_SDA DVI_SDA SDA DVI (Default) ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-23 Set this jumper to pins 2-3 to enable the HDMI feature. HDJ1 Setting This jumper allows you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. M2N-VM HDMI R R 4. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to enable or...
User Manual
Page 37
... Speaker Out 10. DVI-D can drive same or different display contents to different resolutions and refresh rates. • Due to use an HDCP compliant monitor. HDMI port. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. Using the CPU/Memory of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback... and Blu-Ray Discs The speed and bandwidth of higher speed and bandwidth with dual-VGA output. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 11. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-25 DVI port. Refer to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I. 13.
... Speaker Out 10. DVI-D can drive same or different display contents to different resolutions and refresh rates. • Due to use an HDCP compliant monitor. HDMI port. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. Using the CPU/Memory of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback... and Blu-Ray Discs The speed and bandwidth of higher speed and bandwidth with dual-VGA output. This port is for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 11. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-25 DVI port. Refer to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I. 13.
User Manual
Page 39
... devices. Connect the blue connector to match the covered hole on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. R PRI_IDE M2N-VM HDMI M2N-VM HDMI IDE Connector ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-27 This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for an Ultra DMA 133/100...
... devices. Connect the blue connector to match the covered hole on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. R PRI_IDE M2N-VM HDMI M2N-VM HDMI IDE Connector ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-27 This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for an Ultra DMA 133/100...
User Manual
Page 41
... Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Only CPU Fan supports Q-Fan. M2N-VM HDMI M2N-VM HDMI FAN Connectors 6. M2N-VM HDMI R The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). R 5. Do not forget to ...at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-29 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of...
... Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Only CPU Fan supports Q-Fan. M2N-VM HDMI M2N-VM HDMI FAN Connectors 6. M2N-VM HDMI R The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). R 5. Do not forget to ...at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-29 DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of...
User Manual
Page 43
... /O module cable to this connector, set to [HD Audio]; Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. M2N-VM HDMI • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability...opening at the back of the front panel audio I /O module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-31 Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to this connector, ensure that supports either High ...
... /O module cable to this connector, set to [HD Audio]; Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. M2N-VM HDMI • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability...opening at the back of the front panel audio I /O module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-31 Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to this connector, ensure that supports either High ...
User Manual
Page 45
M2N-VM HDMI 1 R ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-33 LPT connector The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. 12. LPT standardizes as a printer.
M2N-VM HDMI 1 R ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-33 LPT connector The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. 12. LPT standardizes as a printer.
User Manual
Page 49
Click from the Windows® desktop, then select Computer. d. c. Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk check box. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Click Start. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. b. e. Windows® Vista environment a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to the bootable floppy disk. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box .
Click from the Windows® desktop, then select Computer. d. c. Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk check box. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Click Start. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. b. e. Windows® Vista environment a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to the bootable floppy disk. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box .
User Manual
Page 51
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom Main filename Extension name 3. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.29(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the floppy disk. ..., then at least 1024KB free space to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Reading flash ..... ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Copying the current BIOS To copy the current BIOS file using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. All rights reserved. Press . 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility...
A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom Main filename Extension name 3. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.29(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the floppy disk. ..., then at least 1024KB free space to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Reading flash ..... ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Copying the current BIOS To copy the current BIOS file using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. All rights reserved. Press . 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility...
User Manual
Page 53
... 3 is an auto recovery tool that you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Checking for floppy... ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Doing so can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD , the floppy disk or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS...
... 3 is an auto recovery tool that you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Checking for floppy... ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Doing so can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD , the floppy disk or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS...
User Manual
Page 55
... appears. 2. See page 3-4 for the Utilities screen menu. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Place the support...file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update utility allows you update the BIOS using this utility. This utility is available in the optical drive.
... appears. 2. See page 3-4 for the Utilities screen menu. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Place the support...file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update utility allows you update the BIOS using this utility. This utility is available in the optical drive.