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Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Typography ix P5RD1-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 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the...
Contents Notices vi Safety information vii About this guide viii Typography ix P5RD1-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 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installling the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the...
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... all the manuals that all power cables from the existing system before using an adapter or extension cord. vii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...
... all the manuals that all power cables from the existing system before using an adapter or extension cord. vii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...
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... Refer to perform when installing system components. viii It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following sources... products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings ...
... Refer to perform when installing system components. viii It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following sources... products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings ...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-1
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-1
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... MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5RD1-VM motherboard Cables 1 x 2-in-1 Floppy/IDE signal cable 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cables Accessories I/O shield A p p l i c a t i o n C D s ASUS motherboard support CD D o c u m e n t a t i o n User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items...
... MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P5RD1-VM motherboard Cables 1 x 2-in-1 Floppy/IDE signal cable 2 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cables Accessories I/O shield A p p l i c a t i o n C D s ASUS motherboard support CD D o c u m e n t a t i o n User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items...
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... This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. 6-channel audio The motherboard comes with RAID functionality. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA interfaces and the ULI M1573 Southbridge.... for a processor in packets. ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-3 The ATI Radeon® XPRESS 200 Northbridge integrates the Integrated Radeon XPRESS 200 based graphics, an integrated graphics processing unit (GPU) for discrete graphics card. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the ...
... This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. 6-channel audio The motherboard comes with RAID functionality. Serial ATA technology The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA interfaces and the ULI M1573 Southbridge.... for a processor in packets. ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-3 The ATI Radeon® XPRESS 200 Northbridge integrates the Integrated Radeon XPRESS 200 based graphics, an integrated graphics processing unit (GPU) for discrete graphics card. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the ...
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No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from the support CD in the motherboard allows you to play online games without buying expensive additional LAN cards. See page 2-30 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction CrashFree BIOS 2... on page 2-6. Allows you to personalize and add style to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See pages 1-26. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the system loading to your network or broadband connection with customizable boot logos.
No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from the support CD in the motherboard allows you to play online games without buying expensive additional LAN cards. See page 2-30 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction CrashFree BIOS 2... on page 2-6. Allows you to personalize and add style to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. See pages 1-26. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Q-Fan technology The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the system loading to your network or broadband connection with customizable boot logos.
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... r s u p p l y . The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded ...motherboard component. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the system is switched off mode. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. P5RD1-VM ® P5RD1-VM Onboard LED LED1 ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5RD1-VM...
... r s u p p l y . The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded ...motherboard component. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the system is switched off mode. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. P5RD1-VM ® P5RD1-VM Onboard LED LED1 ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5RD1-VM...
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... P5RD1-VM 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard....the correct orientation. Make sure to ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you place it into the chassis in the image below...
... P5RD1-VM 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard....the correct orientation. Make sure to ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you place it into the chassis in the image below...
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SEC_IDE PRI_IDE 21.8cm (8.6in) 1.5.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 ATX12V KBPWR 24.3cm (9.6in) LGA775 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN CHASSIS Super I/O FLOPPY EATXPWR P5RD1-VM DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) PARALLEL PORT USBPW34 USBPW12 VGA F_USB12 LAN_USB34 Top:Line In Center:... SPDIF_OUT CD AUX PCI2 ® USBPW56 USB56 ULI M1573 USB78 BUZZER USBPW78 CLRTC PLED SATA1 SATA2 SATA4 SATA3 4M BIOS LPC SB_PWR SPEAKER F_PANEL BIOS_WP ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-7
SEC_IDE PRI_IDE 21.8cm (8.6in) 1.5.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM1 ATX12V KBPWR 24.3cm (9.6in) LGA775 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN CHASSIS Super I/O FLOPPY EATXPWR P5RD1-VM DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module) DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module) PARALLEL PORT USBPW34 USBPW12 VGA F_USB12 LAN_USB34 Top:Line In Center:... SPDIF_OUT CD AUX PCI2 ® USBPW56 USB56 ULI M1573 USB78 BUZZER USBPW78 CLRTC PLED SATA1 SATA2 SATA4 SATA3 4M BIOS LPC SB_PWR SPEAKER F_PANEL BIOS_WP ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-7
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... a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on your left. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5RD1-VM ® P5RD1-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is on the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in...
... a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on your left. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction P5RD1-VM ® P5RD1-VM CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is on the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with installation instructions for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor in...
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B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® D or Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® ...
B The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the retention tab. The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® D or Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® ...
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... that a Thermal Interface Material is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove directed outward. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink...motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. ASUS P5RD1-VM...
... that a Thermal Interface Material is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove directed outward. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. 1.6.2 Installling the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink...motherboard to the chassis before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you buy a boxed Intel® Pentium® 4 processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. ASUS P5RD1-VM...
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Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN P5RD1-VM GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM ® P5RD1-VM CPU fan connector Do not forget to secure the heatsink and fan B assembly in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction A A A B B B A 3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 2.
Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN P5RD1-VM GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM ® P5RD1-VM CPU fan connector Do not forget to secure the heatsink and fan B assembly in place, connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction A A A B B B A 3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 2.
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Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. B A B B A ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-13 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink B and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the A A motherboard. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. B A B B A ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-13 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink B and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the A A motherboard. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
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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 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... with the same CAS latency. Use any of the sockets: ® P5RD1-VM 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. DIMM1 DIMM2 ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-15 80 Pins P5RD1-VM 104 Pins 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline...
... with the same CAS latency. Use any of the sockets: ® P5RD1-VM 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may cause memory sizing error or system boot failure. DIMM1 DIMM2 ASUS P5RD1-VM 1-15 80 Pins P5RD1-VM 104 Pins 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline...
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... Qualified Vendors List The following table lists the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for use with this motherboard. Single Sided D S - Double Sided DIMM Support: A : Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory...
... Qualified Vendors List The following table lists the memory modules that have been tested and qualified for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for use with this motherboard. Single Sided D S - Double Sided DIMM Support: A : Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory...