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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...
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...
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...local power company. • If the power supply is set to or from the system, ensure that all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before you are connected. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Do... signal cables from the existing system before the signal cables are using an adpater or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short ...
...local power company. • If the power supply is set to or from the system, ensure that all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before you are connected. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Do... signal cables from the existing system before the signal cables are using an adpater or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short ...
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... settings through the BIOS Setup menus. It also lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. About this guide is organized This manual contains the...are also provided. • Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
... settings through the BIOS Setup menus. It also lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. About this guide is organized This manual contains the...are also provided. • Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the jumpers and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
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... signal cable for buying an ASUS® P5B-VM motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! With the new Intel®...174; Core™2 processor is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction This is ...
... signal cable for buying an ASUS® P5B-VM motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! With the new Intel®...174; Core™2 processor is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction This is ...
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IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for details. ASUS P5B-VM 1- Delivering breakthrough increases in high-definition video, crisp imaging, and accurate color control. See pages 1-18 for details. Easily backup photos,... and doubling the bus bandwidth for details. See pages 1-28 and 1-32 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digtal Interface) function through the S/PDIF interface at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. ...
IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for details. ASUS P5B-VM 1- Delivering breakthrough increases in high-definition video, crisp imaging, and accurate color control. See pages 1-18 for details. Easily backup photos,... and doubling the bus bandwidth for details. See pages 1-28 and 1-32 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digtal Interface) function through the S/PDIF interface at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. ...
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... favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to open the system chassis and clear...-based flash utility. Due to chipset behavior, AC power off is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS P5B-VM 1- This unique module eliminates the trouble of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking...
... favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to open the system chassis and clear...-based flash utility. Due to chipset behavior, AC power off is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS P5B-VM 1- This unique module eliminates the trouble of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking...
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... 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 or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. ...Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. This is a reminder...
... 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 or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. ...Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. This is a reminder...
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...the chassis in the correct orientation. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated ...by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Make sure to the rear part of the chassis P5B-VM R ASUS P5B-VM 1- The edge with external ports goes to ...
...the chassis in the correct orientation. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated ...by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Make sure to the rear part of the chassis P5B-VM R ASUS P5B-VM 1- The edge with external ports goes to ...
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24.5cm (9.6in) 1.5.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM S T: Mouse B: Keyboard ESATA KBPWR PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN LGA775 CHA_FAN1 Super I/O DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 ...
24.5cm (9.6in) 1.5.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM S T: Mouse B: Keyboard ESATA KBPWR PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN LGA775 CHA_FAN1 Super I/O DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 ...
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...cable to the CHA_FAN connector to ensure system stability. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS P5B-VM 1-11 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2/Pentium® D/... Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket...
...cable to the CHA_FAN connector to ensure system stability. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS P5B-VM 1-11 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2/Pentium® D/... Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket...
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...-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on the motherboard. Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you are installing a CPU. 3.
...-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on the motherboard. Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you are installing a CPU. 3.
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.... CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to remove (B). The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window ...to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the retention tab. 7. ASUS P5B-VM 1-13 Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. Lift...
.... CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to remove (B). The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window ...to prevent bending the connectors on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the retention tab. 7. ASUS P5B-VM 1-13 Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. Lift...
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...package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum ...thermal condition and performance. • When you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that...
...package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum ...thermal condition and performance. • When you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that...
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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. 2. 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. B A A A B B B A 3.
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. 2. 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. B A A A B B B A 3.
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Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A A B A B B A 4. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A A B A B B A 4. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
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... as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
... as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
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...CL=3 will automatically downgrade to run at DDR2-667 by default setting. • You may install varying memory sizes in total memory when enabling ASUS Thermostat function under Single Channel mode, and 16MB reduction under Dual Channel Mode. • The total memory may has 8MB reduction under Single ...Channel mode, and 16MB reduction under Dual Channel mode because the address space is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up to 8 GB on each slot, but only DDR2-533 and DDR2-667 2 GB density modules are ...
...CL=3 will automatically downgrade to run at DDR2-667 by default setting. • You may install varying memory sizes in total memory when enabling ASUS Thermostat function under Single Channel mode, and 16MB reduction under Dual Channel Mode. • The total memory may has 8MB reduction under Single ...Channel mode, and 16MB reduction under Dual Channel mode because the address space is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up to 8 GB on each slot, but only DDR2-533 and DDR2-667 2 GB density modules are ...
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... DIMM sockets. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining...
... DIMM sockets. 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. Align a DIMM on the socket such that it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining...