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... / Athlon 64 FX / AM2+ processors with 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 drive cable I/O shield... another standout in your package 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!
... / Athlon 64 FX / AM2+ processors with 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 drive cable I/O shield... another standout in your package 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!
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HDMITM Interface High-Definiton Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all digital audio and video interface via a single cable and is for more powerful processing capability. 64-... 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access and increased productivity. Dual-Core CPU Enjoy the extraordinary CPU power from dual-core CPU. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture.
HDMITM Interface High-Definiton Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all digital audio and video interface via a single cable and is for more powerful processing capability. 64-... 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access and increased productivity. Dual-Core CPU Enjoy the extraordinary CPU power from dual-core CPU. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture.
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... and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. When the system hangs due to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is in line with the European Union's Restriction on the use of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-...RTC data. eliminates the need to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 2-37 for details. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- Simply press the predefined hotkey to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on the ...
... and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. When the system hangs due to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is in line with the European Union's Restriction on the use of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-...RTC data. eliminates the need to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 2-37 for details. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- Simply press the predefined hotkey to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on the ...
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... pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in only one correct orientation. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- Socket lever R Ensure that you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. DO NOT force the CPU into the... a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™ 64 / Athlon™ FX / Sempron™ / AM2+ processor. M2N-VM HDMI 2.
... pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in only one correct orientation. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1- Socket lever R Ensure that you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. DO NOT force the CPU into the... a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™ 64 / Athlon™ FX / Sempron™ / AM2+ processor. M2N-VM HDMI 2.
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Follow these steps to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-11 CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions ...
Follow these steps to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-11 CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions ...
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... and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC / non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Populated ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-13 A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. Populated...
... and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC / non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Populated ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-13 A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. Populated...
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... DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap 1 back in only one direction. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-17 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip • A DDR2...
... DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap 1 back in only one direction. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-17 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip • A DDR2...
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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 ...
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 ...
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... cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. M2N-VM HDMI You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. R ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-21 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap...
... cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. M2N-VM HDMI You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. R ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-21 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap...
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... HDM/DVI_TXCOP 14 HDMI TXDOP DVI TXDOP HDM/DVI_TXDOP 13 HDMI TXDON DVI TXDON HDM/DVI_TXDON 13 HDMI TXD2N DVI TXD2N HDM/DVI_TXD2N 14 HDMI TXD2P DVI TXD2P HDM/DVI_TXD2P 14 HDMI TXD1P DVI TXD1P HDM/DVI_TXD1P 14 HDMI TXD1N DVI TXD1N HDM/DVI_TXD1N 14 HDMI_SCL DVI_SCL SCL HDMI_SDA DVI_SDA SDA DVI (Default) ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-23 Set this...
... HDM/DVI_TXCOP 14 HDMI TXDOP DVI TXDOP HDM/DVI_TXDOP 13 HDMI TXDON DVI TXDON HDM/DVI_TXDON 13 HDMI TXD2N DVI TXD2N HDM/DVI_TXD2N 14 HDMI TXD2P DVI TXD2P HDM/DVI_TXD2P 14 HDMI TXD1P DVI TXD1P HDM/DVI_TXD1P 14 HDMI TXD1N DVI TXD1N HDM/DVI_TXD1N 14 HDMI_SCL DVI_SCL SCL HDMI_SDA DVI_SDA SDA DVI (Default) ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-23 Set this...
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USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback quality. 14. Playback of HD DVD...) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 11. If you connect 2 monitors to both VGA and DVI-D / HDMI out ports, each controller can 't be converted to output RGB Signal to use an HDCP compliant monitor. HDMI port. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-25 Refer to the chipset limitation, simultaneous output for DVI and...
USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback quality. 14. Playback of HD DVD...) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 11. If you connect 2 monitors to both VGA and DVI-D / HDMI out ports, each controller can 't be converted to output RGB Signal to use an HDCP compliant monitor. HDMI port. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-25 Refer to the chipset limitation, simultaneous output for DVI and...
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... incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. R PRI_IDE M2N-VM HDMI M2N-VM HDMI IDE Connector ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-27
... incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for an Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. R PRI_IDE M2N-VM HDMI M2N-VM HDMI IDE Connector ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-27
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..., then install the module to a slot opening at the back of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. M2N-VM HDMI R The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-29 CPU and Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA...
..., then install the module to a slot opening at the back of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at +12V. M2N-VM HDMI R The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-29 CPU and Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA...
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Connect one end of the system chassis. M2N-VM HDMI R R 10. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-31 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. The serial port bracket (COM1) is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O ... back of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. See page 2-29 for a serial (COM) port. 9. M2N-VM HDMI • We recommend that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is set...
Connect one end of the system chassis. M2N-VM HDMI R R 10. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 1-31 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. The serial port bracket (COM1) is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O ... back of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. See page 2-29 for a serial (COM) port. 9. M2N-VM HDMI • We recommend that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is set...
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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.
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Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk check box. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to the bootable floppy disk. Click Start. 2. b. e. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- c. d. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box . Windows® Vista environment a. Click from the Windows® desktop, then select Computer. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.
Select the Create an MS-DOS startup disk check box. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to the bootable floppy disk. Click Start. 2. b. e. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- c. d. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box . Windows® Vista environment a. Click from the Windows® desktop, then select Computer. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive.
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... file to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. All rights reserved. ok A:\> The utility returns to the floppy disk. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that the floppy disk is any user-assigned filename not more than eight...2. Reading flash ..... Boot the system in DOS environment using the AFUDOS utility: • Ensure that you can use as shown. 1. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.29(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS ...
... file to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. All rights reserved. ok A:\> The utility returns to the floppy disk. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that the floppy disk is any user-assigned filename not more than eight...2. Reading flash ..... Boot the system in DOS environment using the AFUDOS utility: • Ensure that you can use as shown. 1. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.29(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS ...
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... checksum. Checking for the original or updated BIOS file. Completed. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Turn on the system. 2. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for floppy... Checking for floppy...... BIOS recovery... Bad BIOS checksum. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to M2NHDMI.ROM. 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during...
... checksum. Checking for the original or updated BIOS file. Completed. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- Turn on the system. 2. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for floppy... Checking for floppy...... BIOS recovery... Bad BIOS checksum. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to M2NHDMI.ROM. 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during...
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... an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. Quit all Windows® applications before you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest...support CD that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- See page 3-4 for the Utilities screen menu. 3. 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is copied to your system.
... an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. Quit all Windows® applications before you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest...support CD that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. ASUS M2N-VM HDMI 2- See page 3-4 for the Utilities screen menu. 3. 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is copied to your system.