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... companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED ...OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.... it, may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ii E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 2 12/27/07 4:37:24 PM
... companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED ...OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.... it, may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ii E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 2 12/27/07 4:37:24 PM
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M2N-VM DVI 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 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M2N-VM DVI 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 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13...
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Contents Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-3 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-4 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-5 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-7 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-9 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-12 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-13 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-13 2.2.3 Navigation Keys 2-13 2.2.4 Menu items 2-...2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-21 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-23 2.4.3 Chipset 2-25 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration 2-31 2.4.5 PCIPnP 2-32 2.4.6 USB Configuration 2-33 iv E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 4 12/27/07 4:37:25 PM
Contents Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-3 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-4 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-5 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-7 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-9 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-12 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-13 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-13 2.2.3 Navigation Keys 2-13 2.2.4 Menu items 2-...2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-21 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-23 2.4.3 Chipset 2-25 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration 2-31 2.4.5 PCIPnP 2-32 2.4.6 USB Configuration 2-33 iv E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 4 12/27/07 4:37:25 PM
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... 2.5.4 APM Configuration 2-36 2.5.5 Hardware Monitor 2-37 2.6 Boot menu 2-38 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-38 2.6.2 Removable Drives 2-38 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-39 2.6.4 Security 2-40 2.7 Tools menu 2-42 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-42 2.8 Exit menu 2-43 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-3 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-4 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-5 3.2.4 Make...
... 2.5.4 APM Configuration 2-36 2.5.5 Hardware Monitor 2-37 2.6 Boot menu 2-38 2.6.1 Boot Device Priority 2-38 2.6.2 Removable Drives 2-38 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration 2-39 2.6.4 Security 2-40 2.7 Tools menu 2-42 2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-42 2.8 Exit menu 2-43 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-3 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-4 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-5 3.2.4 Make...
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... Rules. This class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for help. vi E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 6 12/27/07 4:37:29 PM Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. However, there is no guarantee that...
... Rules. This class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for help. vi E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 6 12/27/07 4:37:29 PM Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. However, there is no guarantee that...
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... keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 7 vii 12/27/07 4:37:30 PM Please check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are using, contact...; If the power supply is set to fix it , carefully read all power cables are not damaged. Operation 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 existing ...
... keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 7 vii 12/27/07 4:37:30 PM Please check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are using, contact...; If the power supply is set to fix it , carefully read all power cables are not damaged. Operation 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 existing ...
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.../DVD that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. viii E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 8 12/27/07 4:37:30 PM Optional documentation Your product package may...
.../DVD that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. viii E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 8 12/27/07 4:37:30 PM Optional documentation Your product package may...
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... Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you complete a task. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: format A:/S E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 9 ix 12/27/07 4:37:32 PM Example: Means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in this...
... Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you complete a task. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: format A:/S E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 9 ix 12/27/07 4:37:32 PM Example: Means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in this...
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M2N-VM DVI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics...65533;�p�ro�c�e��s�s�o�r Maximum shared memory of 256 MB Supports DVI-D with �m�a�x��. �re��s�o�lu��ti...LAN Supports up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by Ring, PME Wake Up ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200MHz to 300MHz at 1MHz increment...
M2N-VM DVI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics...65533;�p�ro�c�e��s�s�o�r Maximum shared memory of 256 MB Supports DVI-D with �m�a�x��. �re��s�o�lu��ti...LAN Supports up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by Ring, PME Wake Up ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200MHz to 300MHz at 1MHz increment...
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M2N-VM DVI specifications summary BIOS features Rear panel I/O Internal I/O connectors Support CD contents Accessary Form Factor 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x VGA Out port 1 x DVI port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x...System panel connector 3 x USB 2.0 connectors for 6 additional USB 2.0 ports 24-pin EATX power connector 4-pin x ATX 12V power connector Chassis intrusion connector Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) 1 x SATA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 133...
M2N-VM DVI specifications summary BIOS features Rear panel I/O Internal I/O connectors Support CD contents Accessary Form Factor 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x VGA Out port 1 x DVI port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x...System panel connector 3 x USB 2.0 connectors for 6 additional USB 2.0 ports 24-pin EATX power connector 4-pin x ATX 12V power connector Chassis intrusion connector Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) 1 x SATA cable 1 x SATA power cable 1 x UltraDMA 133...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 1 12/27/07 4:37:34 PM
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 1 12/27/07 4:37:34 PM
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... retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The motherboard supports AMD socket AM2 for buying an ASUS® M2N-VM DVI motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on 64-bit architecture. See page 2-23 for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-VM DVI motherboard 1 x Serial ATA signal cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra...
... retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The motherboard supports AMD socket AM2 for buying an ASUS® M2N-VM DVI motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on 64-bit architecture. See page 2-23 for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-VM DVI motherboard 1 x Serial ATA signal cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra...
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DVI Interface DVI (Digital Visual Interface) provides high visual quality of HD DVD, Blu-ray Disc. The advanced processing technology contains two physical CPU cores with individually dedicated ... RGB, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of digital display devices such as LCD monitor. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 3 1- 12/27/07 4:37:40 PM This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. Dual channel DDR2 1066 DDR2 1066 memory provides great performance for ...
DVI Interface DVI (Digital Visual Interface) provides high visual quality of HD DVD, Blu-ray Disc. The advanced processing technology contains two physical CPU cores with individually dedicated ... RGB, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of digital display devices such as LCD monitor. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 3 1- 12/27/07 4:37:40 PM This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. Dual channel DDR2 1066 DDR2 1066 memory provides great performance for ...
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...20 for details. See page 1-23 for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology. PCI Express features point‑to powerful audio and speaker systems. 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:37:43 PM The S/PDIF ...high-quality audio which automatically detects peripherals plugged into a high-end entertainment system with existing PCI specifications. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O jacks. It allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10. Gigabit LAN solution ...
...20 for details. See page 1-23 for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology. PCI Express features point‑to powerful audio and speaker systems. 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 4 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:37:43 PM The S/PDIF ...high-quality audio which automatically detects peripherals plugged into a high-end entertainment system with existing PCI specifications. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /O jacks. It allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10. Gigabit LAN solution ...
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... 2™ This feature allows you to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 5 1- 12/27/07 4:37:44 PM When the system hangs due to launch the utility and update the BIOS without ...down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. Green ASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in line with the European Union's Restriction on ...
... 2™ This feature allows you to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 5 1- 12/27/07 4:37:44 PM When the system hangs due to launch the utility and update the BIOS without ...down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. Green ASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in line with the European Union's Restriction on ...
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...ATX power supply is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard... component. This is switched off mode. M2N-VM DVI R 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:37:47 PM The illustration below shows the location of the...
...ATX power supply is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard... component. This is switched off mode. M2N-VM DVI R 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:37:47 PM The illustration below shows the location of the...
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1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout CD R Lithium Cell CLRTC ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 2 1- 12/27/07 4:37:48 PM
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 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 rear part of the chassis M2N-VM DVI R 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 3 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:37:50 PM
Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 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 rear part of the chassis M2N-VM DVI R 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 3 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:37:50 PM
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... pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64/Athlon™ 64FX/Sempron™/AM2+ processor. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 4 1- 12/27/07 4:38:01 PM Make sure you use a CPU is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise ...up to a 90°-100° angle. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is designed for the AM2 socket. M2N-VM DVI R 2. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket...
... pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64/Athlon™ 64FX/Sempron™/AM2+ processor. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 4 1- 12/27/07 4:38:01 PM Make sure you use a CPU is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise ...up to a 90°-100° angle. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is designed for the AM2 socket. M2N-VM DVI R 2. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket...