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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii M2NBP-VM CSM specifications summary viii 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 ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii M2NBP-VM CSM specifications summary viii 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 ...
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... Marvell® PHY Supports up to CRT display. You cannot convert DVI-D to output RGB signal to 8 USB 2.0 ports (continued on the next page) viii M2NBP-VM CSM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio LAN USB Support AMD socket AM2 for four (4) hard disk...
... Marvell® PHY Supports up to CRT display. You cannot convert DVI-D to output RGB signal to 8 USB 2.0 ports (continued on the next page) viii M2NBP-VM CSM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio LAN USB Support AMD socket AM2 for four (4) hard disk...
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M2NBP-VM CSM specifications summary Manageability Special features BIOS features Rear panel Internal connectors WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR, PXE, Chassis Intrusion ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo™ Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) allows FSB tuning from 200 MHz to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment Note: ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 and ASUS EZ...
M2NBP-VM CSM specifications summary Manageability Special features BIOS features Rear panel Internal connectors WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR, PXE, Chassis Intrusion ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo™ Stepless Frequency Selection (SFS) allows FSB tuning from 200 MHz to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment Note: ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 and ASUS EZ...
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M2NBP-VM CSM specifications summary Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant uATX: 9.6 in . (24.5cm x 24.5cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II AMD Cool 'n'Quiet™ utility ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. x 9.6 in .
M2NBP-VM CSM specifications summary Power Requirement Form Factor Support CD contents ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant uATX: 9.6 in . (24.5cm x 24.5cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II AMD Cool 'n'Quiet™ utility ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. x 9.6 in .
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...standout in your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 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 ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check...based on 64-bit architecture. See page 1-9 for buying an ASUS® M2NBP-VM CSM motherboard!
...standout in your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 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 ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check...based on 64-bit architecture. See page 1-9 for buying an ASUS® M2NBP-VM CSM motherboard!
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... allowing easy RAID configuration (RAID 0 and RAID 1) for details. This high speed interface is software compatible with unprecedented integrated video quality, and PCI Express interface. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1- DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. PCI Express features point...
... allowing easy RAID configuration (RAID 0 and RAID 1) for details. This high speed interface is software compatible with unprecedented integrated video quality, and PCI Express interface. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1- DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. PCI Express features point...
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...the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. eliminates the need to buy a replacement BIOS chip. See page 2-37 for details. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1- ASUS EZ Flash 2 With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. Simply shut down and reboot the system,... and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R.
...the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. eliminates the need to buy a replacement BIOS chip. See page 2-37 for details. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1- ASUS EZ Flash 2 With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. Simply shut down and reboot the system,... and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R.
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... cord from the power supply. 1.4 Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. M2NBP-VM CSM ® M2NBP-VM CSM Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install...
... cord from the power supply. 1.4 Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. M2NBP-VM CSM ® M2NBP-VM CSM Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install...
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SEC_IDE 24.5cm (9.6in) ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1- 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard DVI KBPWR ATX12V 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN PWR_FAN Super I/O FLOPPY DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) ... PARALLEL PORT VGA USBPW12 USB12 CHA_FAN1 LAN_USB34 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Bottom:Mic In 88E1116 USBPW34 nVIDIA® Quadro® NVS210S GPU PCIEX1_1 M2NBP-VM CSM PCIEX16 ® PCI1 CHA_FAN2 4Mb BIOS PRI_IDE nVIDIA® nForce™430B SATA3 SATA4 SATA1 SATA2 AD 1986A CD AAFP SB_PWR PCI2 SPDIF_OUT USBPW78 USBPW56...
SEC_IDE 24.5cm (9.6in) ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1- 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard DVI KBPWR ATX12V 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN PWR_FAN Super I/O FLOPPY DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) ... PARALLEL PORT VGA USBPW12 USB12 CHA_FAN1 LAN_USB34 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Bottom:Mic In 88E1116 USBPW34 nVIDIA® Quadro® NVS210S GPU PCIEX1_1 M2NBP-VM CSM PCIEX16 ® PCI1 CHA_FAN2 4Mb BIOS PRI_IDE nVIDIA® nForce™430B SATA3 SATA4 SATA1 SATA2 AD 1986A CD AAFP SB_PWR PCI2 SPDIF_OUT USBPW78 USBPW56...
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place eight (8) 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 M2NBP-VM CSM ® 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
Doing so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.3 Screw holes Place eight (8) 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 M2NBP-VM CSM ® 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction
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Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! • Make sure that the socket lever is designed for the AM2 socket. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1- M2NBP-VM CSM ® M2NBP-VM CSM CPU Socket AM2 2. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to ensure system stability. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. The CPU fits in ...
Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! • Make sure that the socket lever is designed for the AM2 socket. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1- M2NBP-VM CSM ® M2NBP-VM CSM CPU Socket AM2 2. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to ensure system stability. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. The CPU fits in ...
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... correct orientation. When the CPU is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2NBP-VM CSM ® M2NBP-VM CSM CPU fan connector Do not forget to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Small triangle Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place...
... correct orientation. When the CPU is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2NBP-VM CSM ® M2NBP-VM CSM CPU fan connector Do not forget to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. Small triangle Gold triangle The CPU fits only in place...
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... installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 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...
... installed CPU, making sure that the heatsink fits properly on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 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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The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 M2NBP-VM CSM ® M2NBP-VM CSM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ... same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. Populated Populated ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-13 Recommended Memory Configurations Mode Single Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 Populated Populated Populated Sockets DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 - - Populated Populated ...
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 M2NBP-VM CSM ® M2NBP-VM CSM 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ... same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. Populated Populated ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-13 Recommended Memory Configurations Mode Single Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 Populated Populated Populated Sockets DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 - - Populated Populated ...
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... to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-17 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket...
... to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-17 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket...
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IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-19 When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise, ...
IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-19 When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise, ...
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...Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Remove the onboard battery. 3. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-21 For system failure due to overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Removing the cap will cause system boot... failure! M2NBP-VM CSM ® CLRTC 12 23 Normal Clear CMOS M2NBP-VM CSM Clear RTC RAM (Default) You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking,...
...Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. Remove the onboard battery. 3. ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-21 For system failure due to overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Removing the cap will cause system boot... failure! M2NBP-VM CSM ® CLRTC 12 23 Normal Clear CMOS M2NBP-VM CSM Clear RTC RAM (Default) You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking,...
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... low power mode) using the connected USB devices. The USBPW56 and USBPW78 jumper is for the rear USB ports. M2NBP-VM CSM ® USBPW12 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW34 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW78 USBPW56 246 246 M2NBP-VM CSM USB device wake-up 135 +5V (Default) 135 +5VSB • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power...
... low power mode) using the connected USB devices. The USBPW56 and USBPW78 jumper is for the rear USB ports. M2NBP-VM CSM ® USBPW12 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW34 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW78 USBPW56 246 246 M2NBP-VM CSM USB device wake-up 135 +5V (Default) 135 +5VSB • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power...
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3. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer when you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to wake up feature. M2NBP-VM CSM ® KBPWR 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB M2NBP-VM CSM Keyboard power setting ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-23
3. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer when you press a key on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to wake up feature. M2NBP-VM CSM ® KBPWR 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB M2NBP-VM CSM Keyboard power setting ASUS M2NBP-VM CSM 1-23