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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii P5B-VM 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 1-4 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 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 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-11 1.6.1 Overview 1-11 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-12 1.6.3 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-14 1.7 System memory 1-18 1.7.1 Overview 1-18...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii P5B-VM 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 1-4 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 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 1-7 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-11 1.6.1 Overview 1-11 1.6.2 Installing the CPU 1-12 1.6.3 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-14 1.7 System memory 1-18 1.7.1 Overview 1-18...
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...setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-3 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-8 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 2.2.2 Menu...2.3.4 Primary, Secondary, Third, Fourth IDE Master/Slave 2-15 2.3.5 IDE Configuration 2-16 2.3.6 System Information 2-17 2.4 Advanced menu 2-18 2.4.1 CPU Configuration 2-18 2.4.2 Chipset 2-19 2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-24 2.4.4 PCI PnP 2-26 2.5 Power menu 2-27 2.5.1 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-27...
...setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-3 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-8 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 2.2.2 Menu...2.3.4 Primary, Secondary, Third, Fourth IDE Master/Slave 2-15 2.3.5 IDE Configuration 2-16 2.3.6 System Information 2-17 2.4 Advanced menu 2-18 2.4.1 CPU Configuration 2-18 2.4.2 Chipset 2-19 2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-24 2.4.4 PCI PnP 2-26 2.5 Power menu 2-27 2.5.1 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-27...
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... not part of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that the motherboard supports. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter...
... not part of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that the motherboard supports. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter...
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... port - one at back panel) (continued on the next page) JMicron® JMB363 PATA and SATA controller - 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® G965 with Intel® Clear Video Technology Southbridge: Intel® ICH8 1066 / 800 / 533 MHz 4 x DIMM, max. 8GB,... with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ready Refer to www.asus.com for up to 2048 x 1536 bpp(@75Hz) Max. P5B-VM specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel®...
... port - one at back panel) (continued on the next page) JMicron® JMB363 PATA and SATA controller - 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® G965 with Intel® Clear Video Technology Southbridge: Intel® ICH8 1066 / 800 / 533 MHz 4 x DIMM, max. 8GB,... with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ready Refer to www.asus.com for up to 2048 x 1536 bpp(@75Hz) Max. P5B-VM specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel®...
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ASUS AI Gear - P5B-VM specifications summary ASUS AI Lifestyle Features Other Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Advanced Q-Fan ASUS Crystal Sound -Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Rear panel ... connectors support six additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector for two devices 5 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU / 1 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Chassis intrusion ...
ASUS AI Gear - P5B-VM specifications summary ASUS AI Lifestyle Features Other Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Advanced Q-Fan ASUS Crystal Sound -Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Rear panel ... connectors support six additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector for two devices 5 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU / 1 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Chassis intrusion ...
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... ASUS P5B-VM Serial ATA power and signal cable for buying an ASUS® P5B-VM ...motherboard! Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the world. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you for 2 devices 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield 1 x ASUS...Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD User guide ...1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its ... contents Check your package with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ...
... ASUS P5B-VM Serial ATA power and signal cable for buying an ASUS® P5B-VM ...motherboard! Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the world. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you for 2 devices 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield 1 x ASUS...Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD User guide ...1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its ... contents Check your package with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). ...
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...) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. You can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are... noises then eliminates it in fan use, and efficiently reduces the noise caused by Intel Quiet System Technology; ASUS Advanced Q-Fan The ASUS advanced Q-Fan technology on P5B Series is powered by fans' abruptly speeding up. To wake the system and return to different destinations. It...
...) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. You can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are... noises then eliminates it in fan use, and efficiently reduces the noise caused by Intel Quiet System Technology; ASUS Advanced Q-Fan The ASUS advanced Q-Fan technology on P5B Series is powered by fans' abruptly speeding up. To wake the system and return to different destinations. It...
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... shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to overclocking, C.P.R. See page 2-3 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into ...in case the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is required prior using an OS-based flash utility. ASUS P5B-VM 1- See page 1-39 for details. When the system hangs due to restore corrupted BIOS...
... shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to overclocking, C.P.R. See page 2-3 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into ...in case the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is required prior using an OS-based flash utility. ASUS P5B-VM 1- See page 1-39 for details. When the system hangs due to restore corrupted BIOS...
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...ASUS P5B-VM 1-11 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU... installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return ...
...ASUS P5B-VM 1-11 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU... installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return ...
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... on your thumb (A), then move it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. To prevent damage to the left . 2. Press the load lever with your left (B) until it is on the motherboard. Lift the load lever in the ... is released from the retention tab. Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the arrow to a 135º angle. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you . 1.6.1 Installing the...
... on your thumb (A), then move it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. To prevent damage to the left . 2. Press the load lever with your left (B) until it is on the motherboard. Lift the load lever in the ... is released from the retention tab. Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the arrow to a 135º angle. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you . 1.6.1 Installing the...
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...Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to remove (B). Refer to prevent... bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on these CPU features. ASUS P5B-VM 1-13 DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the Appendix for more information on the bottom...
...Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to remove (B). Refer to prevent... bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on these CPU features. ASUS P5B-VM 1-13 DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the Appendix for more information on the bottom...
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...for emphasis.) 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction If you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow...and fan assembly such that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU fan connector. Make sure that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑...
...for emphasis.) 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction If you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow...and fan assembly such that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU fan connector. Make sure that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑...
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Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. B A A A B B B A 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. ASUS P5B-VM 1-15 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 2.
Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P5B-VM R P5B-VM CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. B A A A B B B A 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. ASUS P5B-VM 1-15 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 2.
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Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction A A B A B B A 4. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the motherboard.
Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction A A B A B B A 4. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the motherboard.
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ASUS P5B-VM 1-17 5. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove Refer to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. Rotate each fastener clockwise to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.
ASUS P5B-VM 1-17 5. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove Refer to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. Rotate each fastener clockwise to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.
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...Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to overclocking. P5B-VM R P5B-VM Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal Clear CMOS (Default) • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due ... will cause system boot failure! You must turn ON the computer. 6. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Reinstall the battery. 5. function. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset limitation, AC ...
...Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to overclocking. P5B-VM R P5B-VM Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal Clear CMOS (Default) • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due ... will cause system boot failure! You must turn ON the computer. 6. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Reinstall the battery. 5. function. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset limitation, AC ...
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... COM module is for a serial (COM) port. CHA_FAN1 GND +12V Rotation CPU_FAN P5B-VM GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM R P5B-VM Fan Connectors PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation Only the CPU-FAN and CHA-FAN connectors support the ASUS Advanced Q-Fan feature. 9. ASUS P5B-VM 1-35 CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The...
... COM module is for a serial (COM) port. CHA_FAN1 GND +12V Rotation CPU_FAN P5B-VM GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM R P5B-VM Fan Connectors PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation Only the CPU-FAN and CHA-FAN connectors support the ASUS Advanced Q-Fan feature. 9. ASUS P5B-VM 1-35 CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The...
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...proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATX12V GND +12V DC GND +12V DC P5B-VM EATXPWR R +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts P5B-VM ATX Power Connector Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 ... with the following configuration: CPU: Intel® Pentium® Extreme 3.73GHz Memory: 512 MB DDR2 (x4) Graphics card: ASUS EAX1900XT Parallel ATA device: IDE hard disk drive Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk drive (x2) Optical drive: DVD-RW ASUS P5B-VM 1-37 The power supply ...
...proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATX12V GND +12V DC GND +12V DC P5B-VM EATXPWR R +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts P5B-VM ATX Power Connector Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 ... with the following configuration: CPU: Intel® Pentium® Extreme 3.73GHz Memory: 512 MB DDR2 (x4) Graphics card: ASUS EAX1900XT Parallel ATA device: IDE hard disk drive Serial ATA device: SATA hard disk drive (x2) Optical drive: DVD-RW ASUS P5B-VM 1-37 The power supply ...
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The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. AMIBIOS Version : 0024 Build Date : 05/16/06 Processor Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 3.00GHz : 3000MHz : 1 System Memory Usable Size: 256MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS P5B-VM 2-17 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications.
The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. AMIBIOS Version : 0024 Build Date : 05/16/06 Processor Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 3.00GHz : 3000MHz : 1 System Memory Usable Size: 256MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS P5B-VM 2-17 2.3.6 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications.
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... options: [Manual] [Standard] The following items appear only when the AI Tuning item is auto-detected by the clock generator to adjust the CPU frequency. Use the and keys to the system bus and PCI bus. The values range from 100 to the default. If the system becomes unstable..., return to 400. The value of this item is set to change the settings for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings. 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup Take caution when changing the settings of relevant parameters. Refer to be stable. Frequencies higher than...
... options: [Manual] [Standard] The following items appear only when the AI Tuning item is auto-detected by the clock generator to adjust the CPU frequency. Use the and keys to the system bus and PCI bus. The values range from 100 to the default. If the system becomes unstable..., return to 400. The value of this item is set to change the settings for the correct Front Side Bus and CPU External Frequency settings. 2-18 Chapter 2: BIOS setup Take caution when changing the settings of relevant parameters. Refer to be stable. Frequencies higher than...