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Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5GC-VM motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of the ...FSB, the Intel® Core™2 processor is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5GC-VM motherboard! This is in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights ...
Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5GC-VM motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 100/66/33 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories I/O shield Application CDs ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of the ...FSB, the Intel® Core™2 processor is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P5GC-VM motherboard! This is in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights ...
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... package with individually dedicated L2 cache to 8.5 GB/s. DirectX 9 hardware acceleration, 400MHz core clock, and up to 1-20 for PCI Express and high definition audio. ASUS P5GC-VM 1- The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to you...
... package with individually dedicated L2 cache to 8.5 GB/s. DirectX 9 hardware acceleration, 400MHz core clock, and up to 1-20 for PCI Express and high definition audio. ASUS P5GC-VM 1- The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to you...
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... to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. ASUS P5GC-VM 1- ASUS MyLogo™ This feature present in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. ASUS EZ Flash With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading .... This protection eliminates the need to your system with customizable boot logos. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to buy a replacement ROM chip. ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet...
... to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. ASUS P5GC-VM 1- ASUS MyLogo™ This feature present in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. ASUS EZ Flash With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading .... This protection eliminates the need to your system with customizable boot logos. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to buy a replacement ROM chip. ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the fan speeds according to the system loading to ensure quiet...
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Failure to the rear part of the chassis R P5GC-VM ASUS P5GC-VM 1- The edge with external ports goes to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement ...
Failure to the rear part of the chassis R P5GC-VM ASUS P5GC-VM 1- The edge with external ports goes to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement ...
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... that the PnP cap is on your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P5GC-VM 1- 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the CPU, fan and heatsink assembly..., or if you and the load lever is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket pins are not bent. R P5GC-VM P5GC-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket...
... that the PnP cap is on your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS P5GC-VM 1- 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the CPU, fan and heatsink assembly..., or if you and the load lever is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket pins are not bent. R P5GC-VM P5GC-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket...
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The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper‑Threading Technology. 6. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. Close the load plate (A), then push A the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! ASUS P5GC-VM 1-11 B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper‑Threading Technology. 6. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. Close the load plate (A), then push A the load lever (B) until it snaps into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! ASUS P5GC-VM 1-11 B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
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When the fan and heatsink assembly is in B place. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN +12V GND R P5GC-VM P5GC-VM CPU Fan Connector • Do not forget to install the chassis fan for better thermal state. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • We recommend you to connect the CPU fan connector! A A A B B B A 3. ASUS P5GC-VM 1-13 2.
When the fan and heatsink assembly is in B place. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN +12V GND R P5GC-VM P5GC-VM CPU Fan Connector • Do not forget to install the chassis fan for better thermal state. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • We recommend you to connect the CPU fan connector! A A A B B B A 3. ASUS P5GC-VM 1-13 2.
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Rotate each fastener clockwise to reset the orientation. Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. 4. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove ASUS P5GC-VM 1-15
Rotate each fastener clockwise to reset the orientation. Remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. 4. The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove ASUS P5GC-VM 1-15
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... TMS1GB264C081-534AP takeMS DS MS18T51280-3.7P0645D • • 512MB VERITECH GTP512HLTM46DG VERITECH SS VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • • 1G VERITECH GTP01GHLTM56DG VERITECH DS VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • ASUS P5GC-VM 1-17 Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for use with this motherboard.
... TMS1GB264C081-534AP takeMS DS MS18T51280-3.7P0645D • • 512MB VERITECH GTP512HLTM46DG VERITECH SS VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • • 1G VERITECH GTP01GHLTM56DG VERITECH DS VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • ASUS P5GC-VM 1-17 Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for use with this motherboard.
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... into either the yellow slots or the black slots as two pairs of Dual‑channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest memory Qualified Vendor List (QVL). ASUS P5GC-VM 1-19 DDR2 667 Qualified Vendors List DIMM support Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component A BC 512MB AENEON AET660UD00-30DA98Z...
... into either the yellow slots or the black slots as two pairs of Dual‑channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest memory Qualified Vendor List (QVL). ASUS P5GC-VM 1-19 DDR2 667 Qualified Vendors List DIMM support Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component A BC 512MB AENEON AET660UD00-30DA98Z...
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Make sure to the card. Keep the screw for the card. 2. ASUS P5GC-VM 1-21 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you removed earlier. 6. Secure the card to use . 4. Turn on BIOS ...
Make sure to the card. Keep the screw for the card. 2. ASUS P5GC-VM 1-21 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you removed earlier. 6. Secure the card to use . 4. Turn on BIOS ...
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ASUS P5GC-VM 1-23 The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. If you install a PCI graphics card, we recommend that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that you remove the onboard graphics card driver. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 Slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card.
ASUS P5GC-VM 1-23 The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. If you install a PCI graphics card, we recommend that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that you remove the onboard graphics card driver. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 Slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card.
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otherwise, the system would not power up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; 2. ASUS P5GC-VM 1-25 R P5GC-VM PS2_USBPW 12 23 +5V (Default) P5GC-VM USB Device Wake Up +5VSB • The USB device wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply...
otherwise, the system would not power up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; 2. ASUS P5GC-VM 1-25 R P5GC-VM PS2_USBPW 12 23 +5V (Default) P5GC-VM USB Device Wake Up +5VSB • The USB device wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply...
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... 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. P5GC-VM Floppy Disk Drive Connector ASUS P5GC-VM 1-27 These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (...
... 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. P5GC-VM Floppy Disk Drive Connector ASUS P5GC-VM 1-27 These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 8. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (...
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... allows you to the table below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive connections. Refer to hear system beeps and warnings. R P5GC-VM SPEAKER 1 P5GC-VM Speaker Out Connector Speaker Out GND GND +5V ASUS P5GC-VM 1-29 Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for Serial ATA hard disk drives. 3. GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4...
... allows you to the table below for the recommended SATA hard disk drive connections. Refer to hear system beeps and warnings. R P5GC-VM SPEAKER 1 P5GC-VM Speaker Out Connector Speaker Out GND GND +5V ASUS P5GC-VM 1-29 Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for Serial ATA hard disk drives. 3. GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4...
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... intend to use a PSU with a higher power rating if you intent to install additional devices. The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. R P5GC-VM ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC GND +12V DC +3 Volts GND +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground...
... intend to use a PSU with a higher power rating if you intent to install additional devices. The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. R P5GC-VM ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC GND +12V DC +3 Volts GND +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground...
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... panel audio I/O module that you intend to [HD Audio]. The signal is for details. 11. R P5GC-VM +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND CHASSIS P5GC-VM Intrusion Connector (Default) ASUS P5GC-VM 1-33 Azalia-compliant Legacy AC'97-compliant pin definition pin definition R P5GC-VM AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD AGND NC NC NC AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R Line out_R NC Line out_L...
... panel audio I/O module that you intend to [HD Audio]. The signal is for details. 11. R P5GC-VM +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND CHASSIS P5GC-VM Intrusion Connector (Default) ASUS P5GC-VM 1-33 Azalia-compliant Legacy AC'97-compliant pin definition pin definition R P5GC-VM AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD AGND NC NC NC AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R Line out_R NC Line out_L...
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.... Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off the system power. PLED PWRSW F_PANEL HDLED RESET P5GC-VM System Panel Connector • System power LED (2-pin PWRLED) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off mode depending on the system power...; Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. ASUS P5GC-VM 1-35 R P5GC-VM PLED+ PLEDPWR GND IDELED+ IDELED-
.... Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off the system power. PLED PWRSW F_PANEL HDLED RESET P5GC-VM System Panel Connector • System power LED (2-pin PWRLED) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off mode depending on the system power...; Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. ASUS P5GC-VM 1-35 R P5GC-VM PLED+ PLEDPWR GND IDELED+ IDELED-
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..."P5GCVM.rom". error message appears if there is accessible by pressing + during POST to P5GCVM.ROM. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard and rename the same to the floppy disk drive....the system. 3. e. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you rename the BIOS file to display the following. To update the BIOS using a ...system when done. error message appears if the correct BIOS file is found !" ASUS P5GC-VM 2-
..."P5GCVM.rom". error message appears if there is accessible by pressing + during POST to P5GCVM.ROM. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard and rename the same to the floppy disk drive....the system. 3. e. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash utility The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you rename the BIOS file to display the following. To update the BIOS using a ...system when done. error message appears if the correct BIOS file is found !" ASUS P5GC-VM 2-
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...file ....... done Advance Check ...... The utility returns to prevent system boot failure! 5. done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS P5GC-VM 2- Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. All rights reserved. done Reading flash ...... done Verifying ... during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Advance Check ...... The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. WARNING!! Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file ...
...file ....... done Advance Check ...... The utility returns to prevent system boot failure! 5. done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS P5GC-VM 2- Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. All rights reserved. done Reading flash ...... done Verifying ... during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Advance Check ...... The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. WARNING!! Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file ...