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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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...retailer. The symbol of electronic products. E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 7 vii 12/27/07 4:37:30 PM If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact... temperature extremes. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on...
...retailer. The symbol of electronic products. E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 7 vii 12/27/07 4:37:30 PM If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact... temperature extremes. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on...
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.... Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. 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 Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup...
.... Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. 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 Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup...
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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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... FX/ Sempron/AM2+ processors with 2MB/1MB/512KB L2 cache, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency 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 DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield...
... FX/ Sempron/AM2+ processors with 2MB/1MB/512KB L2 cache, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency 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 DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield...
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...and other memory demanding applications on next generation memory technology. See page 1-13 for details. The interface of this motherboard supports dual VGA output of both DVI-D and RGB, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of digital display devices such as LCD monitor. Each controller can... resolution and refresh rates. Dual-Core CPU Enjoy the extraordinary CPU power from the latest dual-core CPU. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 3 1- 12/27/07 4:37:40 PM
...and other memory demanding applications on next generation memory technology. See page 1-13 for details. The interface of this motherboard supports dual VGA output of both DVI-D and RGB, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of digital display devices such as LCD monitor. Each controller can... resolution and refresh rates. Dual-Core CPU Enjoy the extraordinary CPU power from the latest dual-core CPU. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 3 1- 12/27/07 4:37:40 PM
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See page 1-20 for details. 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 Gigabit LAN solution Gigabit LAN is the networking standard for the early future and ...system with existing PCI specifications. See page 1-23 for handling large amounts of data such as video, audio, and voice. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. It allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10. This high speed...
See page 1-20 for details. 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 Gigabit LAN solution Gigabit LAN is the networking standard for the early future and ...system with existing PCI specifications. See page 1-23 for handling large amounts of data such as video, audio, and voice. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. It allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10. This high speed...
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...;il�s�. See page 2-39 for details. This is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 5 1- 12/27/07 4:37:44 PM Update your BIOS easily without entering the OS. ...BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Green ASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to convert your screen. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to the BIOS default settings...
...;il�s�. See page 2-39 for details. This is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 5 1- 12/27/07 4:37:44 PM Update your BIOS easily without entering the OS. ...BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Green ASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to convert your screen. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to the BIOS default settings...
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... power LED that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. M2N-VM DVI R 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 1 Chapter 1: Product...
... power LED that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. M2N-VM DVI R 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 1 Chapter 1: Product...
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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
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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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 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 The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 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 The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. M2N-VM DVI R 2. 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°...
... the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. M2N-VM DVI R 2. 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°...
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Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to plug this connector. 1-10 E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 5 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:38:06 PM The lever clicks on the motherboard. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to ...place. 3. When the CPU is locked. 6. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. M2N-VM DVI R Do not forget to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. 7. Install a CPU heatsink...
Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to plug this connector. 1-10 E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 5 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:38:06 PM The lever clicks on the motherboard. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it is in place, push down the socket lever to ...place. 3. When the CPU is locked. 6. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. M2N-VM DVI R Do not forget to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. 7. Install a CPU heatsink...
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... on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 6 1-11 12/27/07 4:38:09 PM If the instructions in this section do... not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate...
... on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 6 1-11 12/27/07 4:38:09 PM If the instructions in this section do... not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate...
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Populated ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 8 1-13 12/27/07 4:38:21 PM Recommended memory configurations Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated DIMM_B2 - - - Populated Populated Populated Sockets DIMM_B1 Populated - Populated Populated DIMM_A2 - - - DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double...
Populated ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 8 1-13 12/27/07 4:38:21 PM Recommended memory configurations Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated DIMM_B2 - - - Populated Populated Populated Sockets DIMM_B1 Populated - Populated Populated DIMM_A2 - - - DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double...
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... can not use identical DDR2 DIMM pairs for better overclocking capability. • For dual-channel configuration (2), you install only a maximum of physical memory installed The motherboard can support 8 GB physical memory on the operating system listed below. Important notice on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows...
... can not use identical DDR2 DIMM pairs for better overclocking capability. • For dual-channel configuration (2), you install only a maximum of physical memory installed The motherboard can support 8 GB physical memory on the operating system listed below. Important notice on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows...
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... inserted into both the yellow slots and the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard. 1-16 E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 11 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:38:24 PM DS 256MB 256MB 512MB 1G 512MB 1G 512MB...
... inserted into both the yellow slots and the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard. 1-16 E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 11 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:38:24 PM DS 256MB 256MB 512MB 1G 512MB 1G 512MB...
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ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 12 1-17 12/27/07 4:38:28 PM Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets ... 1 back in only one direction. Align a DIMM on the socket. 3. 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 outward to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Unlock a DIMM...
ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 12 1-17 12/27/07 4:38:28 PM Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets ... 1 back in only one direction. Align a DIMM on the socket. 3. 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 outward to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Unlock a DIMM...
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... expansion card, read the documentation that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Keep the screw for the expansion card. 1-18 E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 13 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:38:28 PM Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Refer to the chassis with it by adjusting...the slot. 5. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Failure to do so may need to use . 4. Replace the system cover....
... expansion card, read the documentation that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Keep the screw for the expansion card. 1-18 E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 13 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:38:28 PM Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Refer to the chassis with it by adjusting...the slot. 5. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Failure to do so may need to use . 4. Replace the system cover....