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... PRODUCT. or (2) the serial number of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN...or altered, unless such repair, modification of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ii E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 2 12/27/07 4:37:24 PM All Rights Reserved. E3608 Third Edition V3 December 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER...
... PRODUCT. or (2) the serial number of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN...or altered, unless such repair, modification of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ii E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 2 12/27/07 4:37:24 PM All Rights Reserved. E3608 Third Edition V3 December 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER...
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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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... party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the monitor to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. vi E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 6 12/27/07 4:37:29 PM These limits are designed to the graphics card is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio...
... party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the monitor to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. vi E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 6 12/27/07 4:37:29 PM These limits are designed to the graphics card is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio...
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... cell battery) should not be placed in any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 7 vii 12/27/07 4:37:30 PM If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using , contact your retailer.... Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage, contact your retailer. Do not place the product in municipal waste...
... cell battery) should not be placed in any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 7 vii 12/27/07 4:37:30 PM If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using , contact your retailer.... Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage, contact your retailer. Do not place the product in municipal waste...
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...contents of the standard package. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures 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 perform when installing system components. It... description of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support CD/DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. viii E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 8 12/27/07 4:37:30...
...contents of the standard package. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures 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 perform when installing system components. It... description of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support CD/DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. viii E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 8 12/27/07 4:37:30...
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... a task. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to 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 Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the Enter...
... a task. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to 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 Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the Enter...
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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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...4:37:33 PM 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 ... 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 133/100...
...4:37:33 PM 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 ... 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 133/100...
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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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... on 64-bit architecture. Before you for details. 1.1 Welcome! AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package 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...
... on 64-bit architecture. Before you for details. 1.1 Welcome! AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package 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...
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...memory access and increased productivity. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. Each controller can drive same or different display contents to satisfy the rising demand for details. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 3 1- 12/27/07 ... for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications on next generation memory technology. 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. ...
...memory access and increased productivity. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting either 64-bit or 32-bit architecture. Each controller can drive same or different display contents to satisfy the rising demand for details. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 3 1- 12/27/07 ... for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications on next generation memory technology. 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. ...
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...allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. S/PDIF digital sound ready... The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into the audio I /O interconnect ...voice. 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
...allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. S/PDIF digital sound ready... The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into the audio I /O interconnect ...voice. 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
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Update your screen. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 5 1- 12/27/07 4:37:44 PM C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. When the system hangs due to ... to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on your BIOS easily without entering the OS. Green ASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). S��e�e��p�a��g�e�s��...
Update your screen. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 5 1- 12/27/07 4:37:44 PM C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. When the system hangs due to ... to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on your BIOS easily without entering the OS. Green ASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). S��e�e��p�a��g�e�s��...
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...location of the following precautions before you install or remove any motherboard component. M2N-VM DVI R 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:37:47 PM 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to ... them due to static electricity • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. Failure to do so may cause severe damage...
...location of the following precautions before you install or remove any motherboard component. M2N-VM DVI R 1- E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 12/27/07 4:37:47 PM 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to ... them due to static electricity • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. Failure to do so may cause severe damage...
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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 image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it 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. Do not overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it 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. Do not overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... correct orientation. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is designed for the AM2 socket. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 4 1- 12/27/07 4:38:01 PM 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. Make sure... you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. The CPU fits in completely. M2N-VM DVI R 2. DO NOT force the CPU ...
... correct orientation. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is designed for the AM2 socket. ASUS M2N-VM DVI E3608_M2N-VM-DVI.indb 4 1- 12/27/07 4:38:01 PM 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. Make sure... you use a CPU is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. The CPU fits in completely. M2N-VM DVI R 2. DO NOT force the CPU ...