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... (RoHS). This is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5E-VM DO Serial ATA power and signal cables for buying an ASUS® P5E-VM DO motherboard! This motherboard also supports Intel® next generation 45nm Multi-core CPU. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Intel...
... (RoHS). This is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS P5E-VM DO Serial ATA power and signal cables for buying an ASUS® P5E-VM DO motherboard! This motherboard also supports Intel® next generation 45nm Multi-core CPU. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Intel...
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..., multimedia, and Internet applications. See page 1-19 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents to 12.8 GB/s. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability...
..., multimedia, and Internet applications. See page 1-19 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents to 12.8 GB/s. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability...
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... like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the operating system to the motherboard. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to max power saving mode and save ... mode in real time in the incoming audio stream while recording. Update your screen. See page 2-3 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special Features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you easy ways to restore corrupted BIOS data from profiles to adjust CPU frequency and vCore ...
... like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the operating system to the motherboard. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to max power saving mode and save ... mode in real time in the incoming audio stream while recording. Update your screen. See page 2-3 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special Features ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you easy ways to restore corrupted BIOS data from profiles to adjust CPU frequency and vCore ...
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... as the power supply case, before removing or plugging in soft-off or the power cord is switched off mode. P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that you should shut down the...
... as the power supply case, before removing or plugging in soft-off or the power cord is switched off mode. P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that you should shut down the...
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ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- P5E-VM DO R DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 ...
ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- P5E-VM DO R DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 ...
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... power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) • Reset button (2-pin RESET) Page 1-30 1-31 1-31 1-32 1-33 1-33 1-34 1-35 1-35 1-36 1-36 1-37 ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-11 Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2.
... power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) • Reset button (2-pin RESET) Page 1-30 1-31 1-31 1-32 1-33 1-33 1-34 1-35 1-35 1-36 1-36 1-37 ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-11 Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2.
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... with your left. 2. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it is on the motherboard. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-13 P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is released...
... with your left. 2. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it is on the motherboard. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-13 P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is released...
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... assembly, make sure that the four fasteners match the holes on top of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-15 To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
... assembly, make sure that the four fasteners match the holes on top of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-15 To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
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A A B A B B A 4. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the motherboard. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-17 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 motherboard. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2.
A A B A B B A 4. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the motherboard. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-17 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 motherboard. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2.
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... Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-19 DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets...
... Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-19 DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets...
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P5E-VM DO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability Size 512MB 1024MB Vendor KINGSTON CORSAIR Chip No. SS KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN DS KVR800D2N5/1G SS KHX6400D2ULK2/...; • ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-21 Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink PackAge DDR2-800MHz capability SS/DS Part No. SS KHX8500D2/512 DS CM2X1024-8500C5 Size 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB...
P5E-VM DO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability Size 512MB 1024MB Vendor KINGSTON CORSAIR Chip No. SS KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN DS KVR800D2N5/1G SS KHX6400D2ULK2/...; • ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-21 Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink PackAge DDR2-800MHz capability SS/DS Part No. SS KHX8500D2/512 DS CM2X1024-8500C5 Size 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB...
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... on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-23 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe damage to...
... on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-23 Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe damage to...
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... Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-25
... Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-25
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.... 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-27
.... 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-27
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.... 3. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for a PS/2 mouse. 2. This port connects the side speakers in a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. 6. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-29 Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. Line In port (light blue). Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network...
.... 3. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for a PS/2 mouse. 2. This port connects the side speakers in a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio configuration. 6. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-29 Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. Line In port (light blue). Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network...
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ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-31 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is purchased separately. P5E-VM DO R TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V IE1394_2 1 P5E-VM DO IEEE 1394a Connector The IEEE 1394a module is for the S/PDIF audio module to a slot opening at the back of... connector, then install the module to allow digital sound output. Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 3. P5E-VM DO R 2. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF module. GND SPDIFOUT +5V SPDIF_OUT...
ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-31 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is purchased separately. P5E-VM DO R TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V IE1394_2 1 P5E-VM DO IEEE 1394a Connector The IEEE 1394a module is for the S/PDIF audio module to a slot opening at the back of... connector, then install the module to allow digital sound output. Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 3. P5E-VM DO R 2. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF module. GND SPDIFOUT +5V SPDIF_OUT...
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Or you to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. P5E-VM DO R CD (black) Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel P5E-VM DO Internal Audio Connector ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-33 right angle side 6. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow...RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P5E-VM DO R GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 P5E-VM DO SATA connectors SATA6 SATA5 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_TXN6...
Or you to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. P5E-VM DO R CD (black) Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel P5E-VM DO Internal Audio Connector ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-33 right angle side 6. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors allow...RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P5E-VM DO R GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND SATA2 SATA1 SATA4 SATA3 P5E-VM DO SATA connectors SATA6 SATA5 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND RSATA_TXN6...
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... Rotation P5E-VM DO Fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU_FAN connectors support the ASUS Advanced Q-Fan feature. The signal is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. These are shorted with a jumper cap. P5E-VM DO R CHASSIS GND Chassis Signal (Default) +5VSB_MB P5E-VM DO Chassis Intrusion connector ASUS P5E-VM...
... Rotation P5E-VM DO Fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU_FAN connectors support the ASUS Advanced Q-Fan feature. The signal is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. These are shorted with a jumper cap. P5E-VM DO R CHASSIS GND Chassis Signal (Default) +5VSB_MB P5E-VM DO Chassis Intrusion connector ASUS P5E-VM...
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... (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. PLED SPEAKER PA NEL +IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply P5E-VM DO System Panel Connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. The speaker allows you turn on.../soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the system power button. PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker P5E-VM DO R IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-37
... (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. PLED SPEAKER PA NEL +IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply P5E-VM DO System Panel Connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. The speaker allows you turn on.../soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the system power button. PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker P5E-VM DO R IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-37
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... disk with FAT 32/16 format only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS P5E-VM DO 2- The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it . Then press . 4. Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash2 and... press to display the following. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: Winbond W25X32 Current ROM BOARD: P5E-VM-DO VER: 0017 DATE: 08/14/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC...
... disk with FAT 32/16 format only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS P5E-VM DO 2- The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it . Then press . 4. Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash2 and... press to display the following. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: Winbond W25X32 Current ROM BOARD: P5E-VM-DO VER: 0017 DATE: 08/14/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC...
