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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 - done Write to file...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 Reading flash .....
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 - done Write to file...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. ok A:\> 當 BIOS DOS 31 Reading flash .....
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Erasing flash ...... Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Writing flash ...... 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. All rights reserved. WARNING!! All rights reserved. Do not turn...
Erasing flash ...... Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Writing flash ...... 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. All rights reserved. WARNING!! All rights reserved. Do not turn...
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... Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 33 2.2 使用 AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS 檔案與 AwardBIOS Flash 5 A awdflash...
... Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 33 2.2 使用 AwardBIOS Flash BIOS AwardBIOS Flash AwardBIOS Flash 程式(AWDFLASH.EXE BIOS AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 程式。 1 http://tw.asus.com BIOS M2N-VM HDMI.bin FAT 32/16 格式的 USB BIOS 2 CD/DVD AwardBIOS Flash BIOS 3 DOS 4. 當 A BIOS 檔案與 AwardBIOS Flash 5 A awdflash...
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... Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH... File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies...
... Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete BIOS F1 AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH... File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies...
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... the OS shut down function 1-44 1.12.2 Using the dual function power switch 1-44 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 AFUDOS utility 2-7 2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-9 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-10 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-11 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-11 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-11 2.2.4 Menu items 2-12 2.2.5 Sub-menu...
... the OS shut down function 1-44 1.12.2 Using the dual function power switch 1-44 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 AFUDOS utility 2-7 2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-9 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-10 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-11 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-11 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-11 2.2.4 Menu items 2-12 2.2.5 Sub-menu...
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... menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the support DVD that...
... menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the support DVD that...
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... port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio ports (continued on the next page) xi ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Crystal Sound: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - P5Q-VM specifications summary ASUS Unique features Other features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel connectors ASUS Power Saving solution: - Profile - vFSB Termination: 25-step reference voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - vCore: Adjustable...
... port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio ports (continued on the next page) xi ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Crystal Sound: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - P5Q-VM specifications summary ASUS Unique features Other features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel connectors ASUS Power Saving solution: - Profile - vFSB Termination: 25-step reference voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - vCore: Adjustable...
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...P5Q-VM specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 3 x USB connectors support 6 additional USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU / 1 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD audio in connector 24-pin ATX... power connector 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector System panel connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS ...
...P5Q-VM specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 3 x USB connectors support 6 additional USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU / 1 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD audio in connector 24-pin ATX... power connector 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector System panel connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS ...
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... preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. The BIOS settings can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other ...;d��2�-�3�9��f�o�r�d��e�t�a�il�s�. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to conveniently store or load multiple...
... preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. The BIOS settings can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other ...;d��2�-�3�9��f�o�r�d��e�t�a�il�s�. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to conveniently store or load multiple...
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...motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. �S�e�e� pages 2-22 to 2-24 for details. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS P5Q-VM... 1-7 Precision Tweaker 2 Allows the user to adjust the NB Voltage, FSB termination Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in case the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS MyLogo 2™...
...motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. �S�e�e� pages 2-22 to 2-24 for details. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. eliminates the need to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS P5Q-VM... 1-7 Precision Tweaker 2 Allows the user to adjust the NB Voltage, FSB termination Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in case the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS MyLogo 2™...
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...its SPD. To operate at the vendormarked or at a lower frequency than 3GB. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up to work stably under full loading (4 DIMMs) or overclocking setting. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction ...modules for overclocking may operate at a higher frequency, see page 2-19 for details. • You may install varying memory sizes in BIOS settings. Refer to 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for details. • For DRAM Frequency configuration options in relation to obtain memory frequency higher...
...its SPD. To operate at the vendormarked or at a lower frequency than 3GB. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up to work stably under full loading (4 DIMMs) or overclocking setting. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction ...modules for overclocking may operate at a higher frequency, see page 2-19 for details. • You may install varying memory sizes in BIOS settings. Refer to 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for details. • For DRAM Frequency configuration options in relation to obtain memory frequency higher...
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... use . Refer to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. ASUS P5Q-VM 1-25 Keep the screw for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After ..., making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover...
... use . Refer to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. ASUS P5Q-VM 1-25 Keep the screw for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After ..., making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover...
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... RAM data. For system failure due to re-enter data. To erase the RTC RAM 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC...
... RAM data. For system failure due to re-enter data. To erase the RTC RAM 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC...
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... This jumper allows you to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. When you can connect to additional USB ports. 3. The USBPW1-4 jumper is for...can provide 500mA on the keyboard (the default is for the rear USB ports. 2. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can connect to additional USB ports. • The USB device wake-up feature requires a ...in low power mode) using a USB device. Set to +5VSB to wake up (3-pin USBPW1-4; USB7-10; ASUS P5Q-VM 1-29 The USBPW56 jumper is the Space Bar) or using the connected USB devices. USB device wake-up from...
... This jumper allows you to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. When you can connect to additional USB ports. 3. The USBPW1-4 jumper is for...can provide 500mA on the keyboard (the default is for the rear USB ports. 2. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can connect to additional USB ports. • The USB device wake-up feature requires a ...in low power mode) using a USB device. Set to +5VSB to wake up (3-pin USBPW1-4; USB7-10; ASUS P5Q-VM 1-29 The USBPW56 jumper is the Space Bar) or using the connected USB devices. USB device wake-up from...
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9. Refer to 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. 10. If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set to this connector, make sure that ... audio I/O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you to [AC97].
9. Refer to 2.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. 10. If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set to this connector, make sure that ... audio I/O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you to [AC97].
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... the chassis-mounted reset button for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the HDD Activity LED. The speaker allows you turn on the... BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable ...
... the chassis-mounted reset button for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the HDD Activity LED. The speaker allows you turn on the... BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable ...
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...lights up when you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the chain) c. For systems with the last device on the screen. If you press the ATX power button. At power on self tests or POST. ASUS P5Q-VM 1-43 1.11 Starting up for assistance.... External SCSI devices (starting with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up .
...lights up when you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the chain) c. For systems with the last device on the screen. If you press the ATX power button. At power on self tests or POST. ASUS P5Q-VM 1-43 1.11 Starting up for assistance.... External SCSI devices (starting with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up .
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Refer to section 2.6 Power Menu for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Click the Start button and then select Turn Off Computer. 2. If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. Click the Turn Off button to soft-...off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button and then select Shut Down. 2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down the computer. 3. The power...
Refer to section 2.6 Power Menu for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Click the Start button and then select Turn Off Computer. 2. If you are using Windows® Vista: 1. Click the Turn Off button to soft-...off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Click the Start button and then select Shut Down. 2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down the computer. 3. The power...
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This chapter tells how to change the Chapter 2: BIOS se2tup system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
This chapter tells how to change the Chapter 2: BIOS se2tup system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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... utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in the optical drive. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.) 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that...
... utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in the optical drive. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.) 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or AFUDOS utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that...