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...Power Management Setup 49 Details of Power Management Setup 49 PNP and PCI Setup 52 Details of the ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard 11 III. Motherboard Settings 14 Jumpers 14 Compatible Cyrix CPU Identification 18 2. System Memory (DIMM 20 DIMM Memory Installation ...36 Flash Memory Writer Utility 36 Main Menu 36 Managing and Updating Your Motherboard's BIOS 38 6. FEATURES 8 ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard 8 Parts of PNP and PCI Setup 52 4 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual Central Processing Unit (CPU 22 4. HARDWARE SETUP 12 ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard Layout 12 Hardware Setup Steps 14 1.
...Power Management Setup 49 Details of Power Management Setup 49 PNP and PCI Setup 52 Details of the ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard 11 III. Motherboard Settings 14 Jumpers 14 Compatible Cyrix CPU Identification 18 2. System Memory (DIMM 20 DIMM Memory Installation ...36 Flash Memory Writer Utility 36 Main Menu 36 Managing and Updating Your Motherboard's BIOS 38 6. FEATURES 8 ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard 8 Parts of PNP and PCI Setup 52 4 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual Central Processing Unit (CPU 22 4. HARDWARE SETUP 12 ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard Layout 12 Hardware Setup Steps 14 1.
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... cable for (1) 5.25" and (2) 3.5" floppy disk drives (1) Bag of spare jumpers (1) Support CD with drivers and utilities (1) Motherboard User's manual ASUS IrDA-compliant module (optional) ASUS PCI-L101 Wake-On-LAN 10/100 ethernet card (optional) ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 7 Installation IV. Software Reference VII. INTRODUCTION Sections/Checklist I . If you discover damaged or missing items...
... cable for (1) 5.25" and (2) 3.5" floppy disk drives (1) Bag of spare jumpers (1) Support CD with drivers and utilities (1) Motherboard User's manual ASUS IrDA-compliant module (optional) ASUS PCI-L101 Wake-On-LAN 10/100 ethernet card (optional) ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 7 Installation IV. Software Reference VII. INTRODUCTION Sections/Checklist I . If you discover damaged or missing items...
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...make using the 100MHz bus speed possible. • USB: Supports the Universal Serial Bus standard through the onboard PCIset (South Bridge) and the ASUS PC Probe. • Ultra DMA/66 BM IDE: Comes with an onboard PCI Bus Master IDE controller with EPP and ECP capabilities. Specifications...Intel PC100compliant SDRAMs (8, 16, 32, 64, 128, or 256MB) up functions from COM2 (with 3D surround and positioning capability. FEATURES ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard The ASUS P5-99VM is available) pipelined-burst SRAM/ L2 memory cache and integrated Tag RAM to the Infrared Module for a wireless interface...
...make using the 100MHz bus speed possible. • USB: Supports the Universal Serial Bus standard through the onboard PCIset (South Bridge) and the ASUS PC Probe. • Ultra DMA/66 BM IDE: Comes with an onboard PCI Bus Master IDE controller with EPP and ECP capabilities. Specifications...Intel PC100compliant SDRAMs (8, 16, 32, 64, 128, or 256MB) up functions from COM2 (with 3D surround and positioning capability. FEATURES ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard The ASUS P5-99VM is available) pipelined-burst SRAM/ L2 memory cache and integrated Tag RAM to the Infrared Module for a wireless interface...
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.... The new PC'98 requirements for systems and components are monitored for Windows 95/98/NT. • Symbios SCSI BIOS: Supports optional ASUS SCSI controller cards or other devices virtually automatic. • PC'98 Compliant: Both the BIOS and hardware levels of hard disk drives, ...Features • Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI mas- ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 9 ter busses to the memory and processor. • High-Speed Data Transfer Interface: This motherboard with existing DMA devices and systems so there is no need to upgrade current EIDE...
.... The new PC'98 requirements for systems and components are monitored for Windows 95/98/NT. • Symbios SCSI BIOS: Supports optional ASUS SCSI controller cards or other devices virtually automatic. • PC'98 Compliant: Both the BIOS and hardware levels of hard disk drives, ...Features • Concurrent PCI: Concurrent PCI allows multiple PCI transfers from PCI mas- ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 9 ter busses to the memory and processor. • High-Speed Data Transfer Interface: This motherboard with existing DMA devices and systems so there is no need to upgrade current EIDE...
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... on remotely through an external modem. The CPU utilization will deactivate the CPU Clock line to decrease CPU utilization to the user. 10 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual With this benefit on the BIOS setting (see Power Management Setup under BIOS SETUP). FEATURES • Auto Fan Off: .... • Dual Function Power Button (requires ATX power supply): Pushing the power button for more memory and hard drive space to critical motherboard components. A simple glimpse provides useful information to the speed upon detection of two states: sleep mode or soft-off automatically even in ....
... on remotely through an external modem. The CPU utilization will deactivate the CPU Clock line to decrease CPU utilization to the user. 10 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual With this benefit on the BIOS setting (see Power Management Setup under BIOS SETUP). FEATURES • Auto Fan Off: .... • Dual Function Power Button (requires ATX power supply): Pushing the power button for more memory and hard drive space to critical motherboard components. A simple glimpse provides useful information to the speed upon detection of two states: sleep mode or soft-off automatically even in ....
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FEATURES Parts of the ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard (T): Top (B): Bottom PS/2 Mouse (T) PS/2 Keyboard (B) USB Port 1 (T) USB Port 2 (B) Serial Port (COM1) (B) Parallel Port ATX 3 DIMM CPU ZIF Power Sockets Socket 7 SiS AGPset with Heatsink 8MB VGA Memory (not shown) L2 Cache Tag RAM (optional) VGA Connector (B) Audio Ports (T) Joystick/MIDI Connector (B) (optional) 3 PCI Slots Creative Audio CODEC (optional) ISA Programmable Super Multi-IO Creative Labs Serial Port Slot Flash ROM Audio (optional) (COM2) ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 11 FEA TURES Motherboard Parts II. II.
FEATURES Parts of the ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard (T): Top (B): Bottom PS/2 Mouse (T) PS/2 Keyboard (B) USB Port 1 (T) USB Port 2 (B) Serial Port (COM1) (B) Parallel Port ATX 3 DIMM CPU ZIF Power Sockets Socket 7 SiS AGPset with Heatsink 8MB VGA Memory (not shown) L2 Cache Tag RAM (optional) VGA Connector (B) Audio Ports (T) Joystick/MIDI Connector (B) (optional) 3 PCI Slots Creative Audio CODEC (optional) ISA Programmable Super Multi-IO Creative Labs Serial Port Slot Flash ROM Audio (optional) (COM2) ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 11 FEA TURES Motherboard Parts II. II.
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... Dimmed components are optional. 12 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual III. HARDWARE SETUP ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard Layout VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 BF2 BF1 BF0 PARALLEL PORT ATX Power Connector PS/2 Top: Mouse Bottom: Keyboard USB Top: USB 1 Bottom: USB 2 COM1 KB_UP ...
... Dimmed components are optional. 12 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual III. HARDWARE SETUP ASUS P5-99VM Motherboard Layout VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 BF2 BF1 BF0 PARALLEL PORT ATX Power Connector PS/2 Top: Mouse Bottom: Keyboard USB Top: USB 1 Bottom: USB 2 COM1 KB_UP ...
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ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 13 H/W SETUP Contents III. III. HARDWARE SETUP Motherboard Settings 1) VIRQ p. 14 VGA Interrupt Selection (Enable/Disable) 2) VEN_DIS p. 14 VGA Setting (Enable/Disable) 3) LINEOUT_SW p. 15 Audio Line Out Setting (With amplifier/Without ...28 Universal Serial BUS Ports 1 & 2 (Two 4-pin Female) 11) PRIMARY/SECOND.IDE p. 29 Primary/Secondary IDE Connector (40-1 pins) 12) ATX p. 30 ATX Motherboard Power Connector (20 pins) 13) IR p. 30 IrDA/Fast IR-compliant Infrared Module Connector (5 pins) 14) PWR (PANEL) p. 31 ATX Power Switch/Soft Power Switch...
ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 13 H/W SETUP Contents III. III. HARDWARE SETUP Motherboard Settings 1) VIRQ p. 14 VGA Interrupt Selection (Enable/Disable) 2) VEN_DIS p. 14 VGA Setting (Enable/Disable) 3) LINEOUT_SW p. 15 Audio Line Out Setting (With amplifier/Without ...28 Universal Serial BUS Ports 1 & 2 (Two 4-pin Female) 11) PRIMARY/SECOND.IDE p. 29 Primary/Secondary IDE Connector (40-1 pins) 12) ATX p. 30 ATX Motherboard Power Connector (20 pins) 13) IR p. 30 IrDA/Fast IR-compliant Infrared Module Connector (5 pins) 14) PWR (PANEL) p. 31 ATX Power Switch/Soft Power Switch...
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...if you work on your computer when working on the inside. 2. Connect Ribbon Cables, Cabinet Wires, and Power Supply 6. Computer motherboards, baseboards and components, such as the power supply case. 3. To protect them against damage from static electricity, you should follow ...! Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. 01 III. VIRQ 123 123 Enable Disable (Default) P5-99VM VGA Settings VEN_DIS 123 123 Enable Disable (Default) 14 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP Hardware Setup Steps 1. Install Expansion Cards 5. If you do not have one, touch...
...if you work on your computer when working on the inside. 2. Connect Ribbon Cables, Cabinet Wires, and Power Supply 6. Computer motherboards, baseboards and components, such as the power supply case. 3. To protect them against damage from static electricity, you should follow ...! Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. 01 III. VIRQ 123 123 Enable Disable (Default) P5-99VM VGA Settings VEN_DIS 123 123 Enable Disable (Default) 14 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP Hardware Setup Steps 1. Install Expansion Cards 5. If you do not have one, touch...
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.... AUDIOEN allows you are available only on motherboards with the onboard audio option.) 01 . The default allows a stereo amplified connection to Disable because not all computers have the appropriate ATX power supply. P5-99VM Audio Settings LINEOUT_SW 135 135 246 246 With...amplifier (Default) AUDIOEN 123 123 Enable (Default) Disable 5. HARDWARE SETUP 3. KB_UP 123 123 Disable (Default) Enable 01 P5-99VM Keyboard Power (Wake) Up ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 15 Audio Line Out Setting (LINEOUT_SW) / 4. The default is better using an audio card on the ...
.... AUDIOEN allows you are available only on motherboards with the onboard audio option.) 01 . The default allows a stereo amplified connection to Disable because not all computers have the appropriate ATX power supply. P5-99VM Audio Settings LINEOUT_SW 135 135 246 246 With...amplifier (Default) AUDIOEN 123 123 Enable (Default) Disable 5. HARDWARE SETUP 3. KB_UP 123 123 Disable (Default) Enable 01 P5-99VM Keyboard Power (Wake) Up ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 15 Audio Line Out Setting (LINEOUT_SW) / 4. The default is better using an audio card on the ...
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...frequency to send to BUS Frequency Multiple (BF0, BF1, BF2) These jumpers set together with your CPU when possible. 16 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual Always refer to the instructions included with the jumpers for CPU External (BUS) Frequency Selection. HARDWARE SETUP 6. ...Frequencies above 100MHz exceed the specifications for general reference purposes only. P5-99VM CPU Settings Match the Mult. (Multiple) column of the CPU's External frequency (or BUS Clock). CPU Core : BUS Frequency Multiple WARNING! H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings III.
...frequency to send to BUS Frequency Multiple (BF0, BF1, BF2) These jumpers set together with your CPU when possible. 16 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual Always refer to the instructions included with the jumpers for CPU External (BUS) Frequency Selection. HARDWARE SETUP 6. ...Frequencies above 100MHz exceed the specifications for general reference purposes only. P5-99VM CPU Settings Match the Mult. (Multiple) column of the CPU's External frequency (or BUS Clock). CPU Core : BUS Frequency Multiple WARNING! H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings III.
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... [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] (Freq. ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 17 HARDWARE SETUP Set the jumpers by the Internal speed of your CPU as follows: CPU Model Freq. III. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings III.
... [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] (Freq. ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 17 HARDWARE SETUP Set the jumpers by the Internal speed of your CPU as follows: CPU Model Freq. III. H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings III.
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...) K6-III/400,450 ---- IBM/Cyrix 6x86MX ---- Intel P55C-MMX ---- H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings III. K6-2/450,475 AMD (.25micron) K6-2/266,300,333, ---350,366,380...) 2.9V(Dual) 2.9V(Dual) 2.8V(Dual) [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] 18 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual Switching regulators allow some jumper settings to the CPU documentation for the serial number. III.
...) K6-III/400,450 ---- IBM/Cyrix 6x86MX ---- Intel P55C-MMX ---- H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings III. K6-2/450,475 AMD (.25micron) K6-2/266,300,333, ---350,366,380...) 2.9V(Dual) 2.9V(Dual) 2.8V(Dual) [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] [2-3] [2-3] [2-3] [1-2] 18 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual Switching regulators allow some jumper settings to the CPU documentation for the serial number. III.
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VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 III. HARDWARE SETUP 01 3 2 1 2.0Volts 3 2 1 2.8Volts 3 2 1 3.3Volts P5-99VM CPU Core Voltage Selection 2.1Volts 2.9Volts 3.4olts 2.2Volts 3.0Volts 3.5Volts 2.3Volts 3.1Volts 2.4Volts 3.2Volts ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 19 H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings III.
VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 VID0 VID1 VID2 VID3 III. HARDWARE SETUP 01 3 2 1 2.0Volts 3 2 1 2.8Volts 3 2 1 3.3Volts P5-99VM CPU Core Voltage Selection 2.1Volts 2.9Volts 3.4olts 2.2Volts 3.0Volts 3.5Volts 2.3Volts 3.1Volts 2.4Volts 3.2Volts ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 19 H/W SETUP Motherboard Settings III.
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System Memory (DIMM) This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). IMPORTANT (see Notes below) • To make the proper settings through SDRAM Configuration under these speeds. III. Install memory in 32, 64, 128, 256MB. 20 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 2. patible.... • SDRAM chips are available either 8, 16, 32, 64, 128MB, or 256MB to 66MHz for system stability. • ASUS motherboards support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs.This is recommended through "Chipset Features Setup" in BIOS setup. One side (with higher pin ...
System Memory (DIMM) This motherboard uses only Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). IMPORTANT (see Notes below) • To make the proper settings through SDRAM Configuration under these speeds. III. Install memory in 32, 64, 128, 256MB. 20 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 2. patible.... • SDRAM chips are available either 8, 16, 32, 64, 128MB, or 256MB to 66MHz for system stability. • ASUS motherboards support SPD (Serial Presence Detect) DIMMs.This is recommended through "Chipset Features Setup" in BIOS setup. One side (with higher pin ...
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DRAM SIMM modules have a higher pin density. ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 21 This motherboard supports four clock signals. You must be 3.3Volt unbuffered SDRAMs. To determine the DIMM type, check the notches on the DIMMs (see figure below). 168-... Memory 20 Pins 60 Pins 88 Pins P5-99VM 168-Pin DIMM Sockets The DIMMs must tell your retailer the correct DIMM type before purchasing. Lock 01 III. SDRAM DIMMs have different pin contacts on each side and therefore have the same pin contacts on the motherboard. Because the number of pins are...
DRAM SIMM modules have a higher pin density. ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 21 This motherboard supports four clock signals. You must be 3.3Volt unbuffered SDRAMs. To determine the DIMM type, check the notches on the DIMMs (see figure below). 168-... Memory 20 Pins 60 Pins 88 Pins P5-99VM 168-Pin DIMM Sockets The DIMMs must tell your retailer the correct DIMM type before purchasing. Lock 01 III. SDRAM DIMMs have different pin contacts on each side and therefore have the same pin contacts on the motherboard. Because the number of pins are...
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... With the added weight of pin holes and a "1" printed on the motherboard next to that you install. Once completely inserted, hold down on your system. H/W SETUP CPU Lock P5-99VM ZIF Socket 7 Lever 1 Blank 22 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 3. Locate the ZIF socket and open it to... insert the CPU. Insert the CPU with the motherboard should have a CPU fan that is for "BUS Frequency Selection...
... With the added weight of pin holes and a "1" printed on the motherboard next to that you install. Once completely inserted, hold down on your system. H/W SETUP CPU Lock P5-99VM ZIF Socket 7 Lever 1 Blank 22 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual HARDWARE SETUP 3. Locate the ZIF socket and open it to... insert the CPU. Insert the CPU with the motherboard should have a CPU fan that is for "BUS Frequency Selection...
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... an IRQ must be required to see a map of ISA cards. The original ISA expansion card design, now referred to one use . 5. ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 23 Secure the card on the slot with the screw you "Resources" tab which gives you intend to use at the same time... expansion card. Assigning IRQs for expansion cards. Both ISA and PCI expansion cards may cause severe damage to operate. Remove the bracket on your motherboard and expansion cards. Expansion Card Installation Procedure: 1. Set any remaining IRQs are in use . III. System IRQs are already in use an ...
... an IRQ must be required to see a map of ISA cards. The original ISA expansion card design, now referred to one use . 5. ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual 23 Secure the card on the slot with the screw you "Resources" tab which gives you intend to use at the same time... expansion card. Assigning IRQs for expansion cards. Both ISA and PCI expansion cards may cause severe damage to operate. Remove the bracket on your motherboard and expansion cards. Expansion Card Installation Procedure: 1. Set any remaining IRQs are in use . III. System IRQs are already in use an ...
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... requires an IRQ. ISA Cards and Hardware Monitor The onboard hardware monitor uses the address 290H-297H, so legacy ISA cards must not use this motherboard use a DMA (Direct Memory Access) channel. To install a PCI card, you need to use an INTA #, be used to indicate which was developed to...choose Yes in IRQ xx Used By ISA and DMA x Used By ISA for this motherboard complies with the BIOS, you want to PCI expansion cards after those not used by Legacy cards. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 24 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual For older Legacy cards that has a card in the PCI and PnP...
... requires an IRQ. ISA Cards and Hardware Monitor The onboard hardware monitor uses the address 290H-297H, so legacy ISA cards must not use this motherboard use a DMA (Direct Memory Access) channel. To install a PCI card, you need to use an INTA #, be used to indicate which was developed to...choose Yes in IRQ xx Used By ISA and DMA x Used By ISA for this motherboard complies with the BIOS, you want to PCI expansion cards after those not used by Legacy cards. H/W SETUP Expansion Cards 24 ASUS P5-99VM User's Manual For older Legacy cards that has a card in the PCI and PnP...