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A8V-VM SE Motherboard - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 2
express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 3
vii A8V-VM SE specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-3 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-3 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Motherboard layout - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 4
utility 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-8 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-12 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-12 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-12 2.2.4 Menu items 2-13 2.2.5 Sub-menu items 2-13 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-13 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-13 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 5
Security 2-34 2.7 Exit menu 2-36 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Make disk menu 3-5 3.2.4 Manual 3-6 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-6 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 6
. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 7
qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. The symbol of - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 8
the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 9
following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 10
A8V-VM SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage Audio USB LAN ASUS special features BIOS features Back Panel I/O Ports Socket 939 for AMD® Athlon™ 64/Sempron™/Opteron™ processors Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 11
A8V-VM SE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Manageability Support CD contents Form Factor 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 2 x USB connectors for four additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Front panel audio connector CPU/Chassis fan connectors 1 x CD audio- - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 12
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 14
package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS A8V-VM SE motherboard Cables Accessories 1 x floppy disk drive cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x SATA cable kit (SATA/power) I/O shield Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User Guide If any of the above items - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 15
The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 1-20, 1-22, and 2-26 for details. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1- - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 16
allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See page 2-6 for details. ASUS MyLogo™ This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 17
powered OFF. Unplug the power cable from the power outlet and make sure that the standby power LED is OFF before installing any system component. R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS A8V-VM SE 1- - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 18
image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. R Place this side towards the rear of the chassis A8V-VM SE 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 19
1.5.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM T: Mouse B: Keyboard COM2 19.4cm(7.8in) ATX12V PS2_USB_PWR CPU_FAN Socket 939 PARALLEL PORT VGA USB12 Bottom: USB3 USB4 Top: RJ-45 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In CD RTL8201CL Super I/O ALC660 AAFP CHA_FAN VIA K8M890 PCIEX1_1 A8V-VM SE - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 20
triangle) on the CPU. This mark should match a specific corner on the socket to ensure correct installation. Gold triangle 1.6.2 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE CPU Socket 939 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 21
CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1- - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 22
remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 23
near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place. Make sure that the fan connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN R GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE CPU Fan Connector ASUS A8V-VM SE Do not forget to - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 24
The motherboard comes with two 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets: R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE 184-pin DDR DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.7.2 Memory configurations - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 25
DDR400 Qualified Vendors List DIMM support Size 256MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB V58C2256804SAT6 • • HY5DU56822BT-J • • KDL388P4LA-50 • • KDL388P4EA-50 • • VDD9616A8A-5C • • PM4D328D50406EU • • PM4D328S50403DU • • (Continued on the next page) ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-13 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 26
SS - Single-Sided DS - Double-Sided DIMM Support: A - supports one module as a single-channel memory configuration. B - supports one pair of modules inserted into two slots as one pair of dual‑channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR 400 Qualified - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 27
. 2 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 1 1 DDR DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-15 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 28
the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 29
for ISA or PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCI slot drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS A8V-VM SE - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 30
. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 31
Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. R A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 32
and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). R PS2_USB_PWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 33
connection GREEN 10 CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 5. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel and 6-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 6. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. ASUS A8V-VM SE - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 34
the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. Audio 2, VGA port. This 15-pin VGA port connects to a VGA monitor. 10. Serial port. This port connects a mouse, modem, or other devices that conform with serial specification A8V-VM SE FLOPPY PIN 1 NOTE: Orient the red markings on the - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 35
100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device(s). Drive device jumpers have the same setting. PRI_IDE R SEC_IDE A8V-VM SE A8V-VM SE IDE Connectors ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-23 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 36
RSATA_RXN2 GND A8V-VM SE SATA1 SATA 2 A8V-VM SE SATA Connectors Install the Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack1 before using Serial ATA. For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, RAID1, and JBOD, refer to the RAID manual in the support CD. 4. Speaker out - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 37
cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! CPU_FAN R GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE CHA_FAN GND +12V Tachometer A8V-VM SE Fan Connectors ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-25 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 38
USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC A8V-VM SE USB56_WFG USB56 USB78 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC A8V-VM SE USB2.0 Connectors 1 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB2.0 module is purchased - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 39
A8V-VM SE ATX Power Connectors GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts • We recommend that you use an ATX 12 V Specification - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 40
the optical drive. A8V-VM SE CD(Black) Right Audio Channel CD_GND CD_GND Left Audio Channel A8V-VM SE Internal audio connector 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports High Definition Audio. Connect one - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 41
on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS A8V-VM SE 1-29 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 42
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This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 2 BIOS setup - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 44
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) 4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows Windows® XP environment a. Insert a 1.44 MB floppy disk to the floppy disk drive. b. Click Start from the Windows - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 45
: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard and rename the same to A8VVMSE.ROM. 2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk, then restart the system. 3. Press + during POST to display the following. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 46
-protected and has at least 600 KB free space to save the file. • The succeeding BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be exactly the same as shown. 1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 47
rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..... done Erasing flash .... done Search bootblock version: 0% Advance Check ........ Erasing flash ..... done Writing flash ..... done Verifying flash ... done Please restart your computer 100% ASUS A8V-VM SE 2- - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 48
2 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 49
while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! 4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file. ASUS A8V-VM SE - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 50
is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 51
Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. ASUS A8V-VM SE 2- - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 52
to download. Click Next. 5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 53
the Exit Menu. See section "2.7 Exit Menu." • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-11 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 54
IDE Configuration System Information [17:08:35] [Mon 04/19/2004] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [ST340014A] [Not Detected] [ASUS DVD-E616P2] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] keys differ from one screen to another. 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS Information - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 55
screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display the other items on the screen. 2.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS A8V-VM SE Motherboard 2-13 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 56
an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section "2.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for information on the menu screen items and how :08:35] [Mon 04/19/2004] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [ST340014A] [Not Detected] [ASUS DVD-E616P2] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 57
the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to Disabled, the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] ASUS A8V-VM SE Motherboard - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 58
Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Allows you to enable to disable the hard disk write protection. This will be effective only if device is accessed through BIOS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Allows you to select the time out value for detecting ATA or ATAPI - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 59
3200+ Speed : 2000 MHz Count : 1 System Memory Installed Size : 256MB Usable Size : 192MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS A8V-VM SE Motherboard 2-17 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 60
V02.54 (C)Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc. 2.4.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Configuration Module Version: 14.08 Physical Count: 1 Logical Count : 1 AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+ Revision: C0 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 61
settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. NorthBridge Configuration AGP Bridge K8M890 AGP/PCI EXPRESS Configuration SouthBridge VIA VT8237A Configuration HyperTransport Configuration AMD Cool ' N' Quiet Configuration Options for NB ASUS A8V-VM SE Motherboard 2-19 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 62
Memory Configuration ECC Configuration Memory 24 CLK : 3 CLK : 5.0 ns : 6 ns Memory Configuration Memory Configuration Memclock Mode MCT Timing Mode User Config Mode Bank Interleaving [Disabled] [Auto] Memclock Mode [Auto] Sets the memory clock mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit] The - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 63
User Config Mode item is set to [Manual]. Read Preamble [9.5ns] Configuration options: [2.0ns] [2.5ns] [3.0ns] [3.5ns] [4.0ns]... [9.5ns] Async Latency [11.0ns] Configuration options: [4.0ns] [5.0ns] [6.0ns]... [11.0ns] CMD-ADDR Timing Mode [2T] Configuration options: [1T] [2T] ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-21 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 64
] Data Cache BG Scrub [Disabled] DRAM ECC allows hardware to report and correct memory errors automatically maintaining system integrity. DRAM ECC Enable [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disables the DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 65
to disable or set the onchip VGA frame buffer size.Configuration options: [Disabled] [64MB] [128MB][256MB] Primary Graphics Adapter [PCIE VGA] Allows selection of the graphics controller to use as a primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI] [PCIE VGA] [Integrated VGA] ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-23 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 66
[Enabled] LAN BOOTROM [Disabled] High Definition Audio [Auto] USB 1.1 Ports Configuration [USB 8 Ports] Lagacy USB Support [Enabled] USB 2.0 Ports Enable [Enable] or disable the PCI Delay Transaction. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-24 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 67
'N'Quiet Configuration Cool'N'Quiet [Disabled] Enabled/Disabled Cool 'N'Quiet Cool 'N' Quiet [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-25 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 68
Port Mode Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP Mode DMA Channel Parallel Port IRQ [2F8/IRQ3] [Normal] [378] [ECP] [DMA3] [IRQ7] Allows BIOS to Select Serial Port Base Addresses. v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2004, American Megatrends, Inc. Serial Port Address [2F8/IRQ3] Allows you to select - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 69
either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing VGA [Yes] When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-27 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 70
to display the configuration options. ACPI 2.0 Support [No] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor 2.5.1 ACPI 2.0 Support [ disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 71
parameter allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Resume is in Soft-off mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-29 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 72
], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Resume set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-30 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 73
is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A. Configuration options: [Ignored] [xxxRPM] or [N/A] VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-31 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 74
the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration DRIVE] 2nd Boot Device [PM-ST330620A] 3rd Boot Device [PS-ASUS CD-S360] 1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive] These 32 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 75
system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system displays the message "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-33 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 76
security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 77
the user password. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. ASUS A8V-VM SE 2-35 - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 78
load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select OK to save changes and exit. If you attempt to exit - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 79
fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS A8V-VM SE - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 80
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This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 3 Software support - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 82
without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates. 3.2.1 Running the support CD Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer. Click an icon to display support CD/motherboard information Click an item - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 83
1 Drivers Install VIA 4 in 1 drivers. VIA Onboard VGA Driver Installs VIA Onboard VGA Driver. Realtek Audio Driver Installs Realtek Audio Driver. VIA Rhine Family Fast Ethernet Adapter Driver Install VIA Rhine Family Fast Ethernet Adapter driver. USB2.0 Driver Installs USB2.0 Driver. ASUS A8V-VM SE - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 84
system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 85
application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View the online help for detailed information. 3.2.4 Make disk menu The Utilities menu shows you to make a RAID driver disk. VIA RAID Driver Allows you to create a VT8237A 32/64bit RAID driver disk. ASUS A8V-VM SE 3- - Asus A8V-VM SE | A8V-VM SE User's Manual for English Edtion - Page 86
Quick setup User's Manual Allows you to open the VIA8237A SATA quick setup user's manual. 3.2.6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 3- Chapter 3: Software support
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