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exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - All rights reserved. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. done Write to file...... Reading flash ..... ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 BIOS 2.1 使用 AFUDOS BIOS AFUDOS DOS BIOS BIOS 程式。AFUDOS BIOS BIOS BIOS 程式 BIOS 程式。 1.2MB BIOS 1 AFUDOS 程式(afudos.
exe 2 DOS afudos /o[filename filename A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom 3. 按下 afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - All rights reserved. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. done Write to file...... Reading flash ..... ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 BIOS 2.1 使用 AFUDOS BIOS AFUDOS DOS BIOS BIOS 程式。AFUDOS BIOS BIOS BIOS 程式 BIOS 程式。 1.2MB BIOS 1 AFUDOS 程式(afudos.
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... power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - WARNING!! Erasing flash ...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. 更新 BIOS...程式 AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 1 tw.asus.com BIOS 片中。 BIOS BIOS 2. 將 AFUDOS.EXE BIOS 3 DOS afudos /i[filename filename BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM 4. done Reading flash ...... done Writing flash ...... done Please...
... power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - WARNING!! Erasing flash ...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. 更新 BIOS...程式 AFUDOS BIOS 程式。 1 tw.asus.com BIOS 片中。 BIOS BIOS 2. 將 AFUDOS.EXE BIOS 3 DOS afudos /i[filename filename BIOS 程式。 A:\>afudos /iP5B-VM DO.ROM 4. done Reading flash ...... done Writing flash ...... done Please...
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... this guide To make sure that you MUST follow to complete a task. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /i[filename] afudos /iP5GCVM.ROM ix IMPORTANT: Instructions that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in this manual. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu...
... this guide To make sure that you MUST follow to complete a task. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /i[filename] afudos /iP5GCVM.ROM ix IMPORTANT: Instructions that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in this manual. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu...
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P5GC-VM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio...45nm CPU Supports Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® 945GC Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 1066 / 800 / 533 MHz Dual-...45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x VGA port 1 x PS / 2 keyboard port 1 x PS / 2 mouse port 6-channel high-definition audio I/O port 4 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.4 (continued on the next page)
P5GC-VM specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio...45nm CPU Supports Intel® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® 945GC Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 1066 / 800 / 533 MHz Dual-...45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x VGA port 1 x PS / 2 keyboard port 1 x PS / 2 mouse port 6-channel high-definition audio I/O port 4 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, DMI2.0, SM BIOS 2.4 (continued on the next page)
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...system loading to your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS P5GC-VM 1- See page 2-6 for details. ASUS EZ Flash With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to use... a DOS-based utility or boot from the support CD in the motherboard allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to buy a replacement ROM chip....
...system loading to your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS P5GC-VM 1- See page 2-6 for details. ASUS EZ Flash With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to personalize and add style to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you to use... a DOS-based utility or boot from the support CD in the motherboard allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to buy a replacement ROM chip....
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...Nvidia EN5900 IDE hard disk drive (x 2) SATA hard disk drive CD-ROM (x2) SCSI card and SCSI hard disk drive • You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intent to install additional devices. R P5GC-VM ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC GND +12V DC +3 Volts GND +12...Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts NC Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts ASUS P5GC-VM 1-31 Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • Do not forget to fit these connectors in only one...
...Nvidia EN5900 IDE hard disk drive (x 2) SATA hard disk drive CD-ROM (x2) SCSI card and SCSI hard disk drive • You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intent to install additional devices. R P5GC-VM ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC GND +12V DC +3 Volts GND +12...Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts NC Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts ASUS P5GC-VM 1-31 Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • Do not forget to fit these connectors in only one...
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... USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. R P5GC-VM Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel (black) CD P5GC-VM Internal Audio Connector Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this connector. 9. The USB... USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB56 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P5GC-VM USB 2.0 Connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows ...
... USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. R P5GC-VM Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel (black) CD P5GC-VM Internal Audio Connector Enable the CD-IN function in the audio utility when using this connector. 9. The USB... USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB56 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P5GC-VM USB 2.0 Connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows ...
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...during POST to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. When the correct BIOS file is no floppy disk in the drive. Completed. ASUS P5GC-VM 2- Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... 4. Start erasing.......| Start programming...| Flashed ...disk and using EZ Flash: 1. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to display the following. d. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to P5GCVM.ROM. Rebooting. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to a floppy disk, then ...
...during POST to display the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. When the correct BIOS file is no floppy disk in the drive. Completed. ASUS P5GC-VM 2- Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for floppy... 4. Start erasing.......| Start programming...| Flashed ...disk and using EZ Flash: 1. Right-click Floppy Disk Drive then click Format to display the following. d. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to P5GCVM.ROM. Rebooting. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to a floppy disk, then ...
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...2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you can use as shown. 1. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. This utility also allows you to update the BIOS file in ...screen displays may not be same as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Reading flash ..... A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom Main filename Extension name 3. 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to copy the current BIOS file that the floppy disk is any ...
...2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you can use as shown. 1. Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. This utility also allows you to update the BIOS file in ...screen displays may not be same as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Reading flash ..... A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom Main filename Extension name 3. 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to copy the current BIOS file that the floppy disk is any ...
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... Firmware Update Utility - done Reading flash ...... done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS P5GC-VM 2- done Advance Check ...... A:\>afudos /iP5GCVM.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. done Writing flash ...... Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading...
... Firmware Update Utility - done Reading flash ...... done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS P5GC-VM 2- done Advance Check ...... A:\>afudos /iP5GCVM.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. done Writing flash ...... Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading...
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...file to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. If your display monitor is connected to P5GCVM.ROM. Reading file "P5GCVM.ROM". DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Turn on the system. 2. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS...corrupted BIOS file. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for floppy... Checking for floppy... Start flashing... 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that you to the floppy disk drive. 3.
...file to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. If your display monitor is connected to P5GCVM.ROM. Reading file "P5GCVM.ROM". DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Turn on the system. 2. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS...corrupted BIOS file. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for floppy... Checking for floppy... Start flashing... 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that you to the floppy disk drive. 3.
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... the optical drive for floppy... Bad BIOS checksum. CD-ROM found ! Start flashing... -- Bad BIOS checksum. Checking for the original or updated BIOS file. Checking for the original or updated BIOS file. Doing so can cause system boot failure! 4. Starting BIOS recovery... ASUS P5GC-VM 2- The utility displays the following message and automatically checks...
... the optical drive for floppy... Bad BIOS checksum. CD-ROM found ! Start flashing... -- Bad BIOS checksum. Checking for the original or updated BIOS file. Checking for the original or updated BIOS file. Doing so can cause system boot failure! 4. Starting BIOS recovery... ASUS P5GC-VM 2- The utility displays the following message and automatically checks...
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...) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. Select CDROM if you are not user-configurable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5GC-VM 2-15 Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. 2.3.4 Primary, Third and Fourth...and to the device occurs one sector at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. ...
...) M [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. Select CDROM if you are not user-configurable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS P5GC-VM 2-15 Select ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. 2.3.4 Primary, Third and Fourth...and to the device occurs one sector at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Configuration options: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. ...
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...HD Audio] Onboard PCIEX 10/100/1000Mb LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the option ROM in the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Allows you to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that... Super IO Chipset HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Onboard PCIEX 10/100/1000Mb LA[Enabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address Serial Port2 Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP Mode DMA Channel Parallel Port IRQ [3F8/IRQ4] [...
...HD Audio] Onboard PCIEX 10/100/1000Mb LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the option ROM in the onboard LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Allows you to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that... Super IO Chipset HD Audio Controller [Enabled] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] Onboard PCIEX 10/100/1000Mb LA[Enabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address Serial Port2 Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP Mode DMA Channel Parallel Port IRQ [3F8/IRQ4] [...
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2.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. Configuration options: [xxxxFFx110DrivGSeea]nvee[DraaislndaHbeEllxepidt] ESC Exit 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives Hard Disk Drives 1st Device... (Floppy Drive B: )may appear when you to display the sub-menu. Configuration options: [3FFM110-ST3GSea8nv0ee8r1aaln7dAHSeElx]pit [HTS42404 OM9AT00] [Disabled] ESC Exit ASUS P5GC-VM 2-31 Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Hark Disk Drives Boot Settings Configuration Security Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Select an item then press to...
2.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. Configuration options: [xxxxFFx110DrivGSeea]nvee[DraaislndaHbeEllxepidt] ESC Exit 2.6.2 Hard Disk Drives Hard Disk Drives 1st Device... (Floppy Drive B: )may appear when you to display the sub-menu. Configuration options: [3FFM110-ST3GSea8nv0ee8r1aaln7dAHSeElx]pit [HTS42404 OM9AT00] [Disabled] ESC Exit ASUS P5GC-VM 2-31 Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Hark Disk Drives Boot Settings Configuration Security Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Select an item then press to...
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...Screen Logo [Enabled] This allows you to enable or disable support for the F1 key to Enabled, the system waits for PS/2 mouse. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Wait for 'F1' If Error [...[Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait For 'F1' If Error [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] Allows BIOS to boot the system. This will decrease the time needed to use the ASUS MyLogo™ ...
...Screen Logo [Enabled] This allows you to enable or disable support for the F1 key to Enabled, the system waits for PS/2 mouse. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] Wait for 'F1' If Error [...[Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] Wait For 'F1' If Error [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] Allows BIOS to boot the system. This will decrease the time needed to use the ASUS MyLogo™ ...
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... password, you to disabled password. Confirm the password when prompted. The message "Password Installed" appears after you set a Supervisor Password: 1. If you forget your password. ASUS P5GC-VM 2-33 again to change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. FET1Sh0Ce SSEaxuvipetearvnidsoErxit Password item on how to trap Interrupt... clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to erase the RTC RAM.
... password, you to disabled password. Confirm the password when prompted. The message "Password Installed" appears after you set a Supervisor Password: 1. If you forget your password. ASUS P5GC-VM 2-33 again to change the supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. FET1Sh0Ce SSEaxuvipetearvnidsoErxit Password item on how to trap Interrupt... clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this function allows the option ROMs to erase the RTC RAM.