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Motherboard M2N-VM SE HDMI - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 2
Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 3
this guide viii M2N-VM SE HDMI 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 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 4
ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-3 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility 2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility 2-8 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS Advanced menu 2-20 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-20 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-22 2.4.3 Chipset 2-24 2.4.4 Onboard Devices - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 5
2-39 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-39 2.8 Exit menu 2-40 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 3-6 3.2.5 Manual menu 3-7 3.2.6 ASUS Contact - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 6
, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 7
service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, ensure that all cables technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 8
guide is organized This manual contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 9
the 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 M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 10
M2N-VM SE HDMI specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics High Definition Audio LAN USB Manageability ASUS Overclocking Features Support AMD socket AM2 for AMD Athlon™ 64 FX / Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™ 64 / Sempron / AM2+ processors AMD64 architecture enables - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 11
M2N-VM SE HDMI specifications summary BIOS features Storage ASUS Special Features Rear panel I/O Internal I/O connectors Support CD contents Accessories Form Factor 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 interface 4 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s hard disk - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 12
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 14
for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI motherboard 1 x Serial ATA signal cable 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS motherboard support CD User guide If any of the - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 15
CPU support 64-bit computing, the technology to replace 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access and increased productivity. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and flexibility by supporting . See page 1-22 for details. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 16
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. It allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD configurations for four SATA connectors. High Definition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 6-channel - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 17
comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 18
is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. R M2N-VM SE HDMI 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 19
1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 20
below. 1.5.3 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. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis R M2N-VM SE HDMI 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 21
the motherboard. R M2N-VM SE HDMI M2N-VM SE HDMI CPU Socket AM2 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. Socket lever Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the CPU does not fit in completely. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 22
indicate that it is locked. 6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with the heatsink package. 7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. R M2N-VM SE HDMI Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 23
Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed 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 not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-11 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 24
2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place. Ensure that the fan and heatsink assembly - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 25
1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module memory configurations Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel Sockets DIMM_A1 - Populated Populated DIMM_B1 Populated - Populated ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-13 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 26
problem; however, the system can not use this excess memory space and the system will display less than the total size of physical memory installed. Notes on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support Model CL Brand SS/ DS Component 1G 1G 1G 512MB 1G - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 27
5 Hynix 5 Hynix N/A ADATA N/A VDATA N/A VDATA 5 PSC 5 PSC SS/ Component DIMM support DS A* B* DS K4T51083QC-ZCE7 • • DS Heat-Sink Package • • SS VD29608A8A-25EG30647 • • SS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 • • DS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-15 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 28
Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667 MHz capability Size Vendor Model CL Brand SS/ DS Component DIMM support A* B* 256MB Kingston KVR667D2N5/256 N/A Kingston SS D3216TLSAKL3U • • 256MB Kingston KVR667D2N5/256 N/A Infineon SS HYB18T256800AF3SW65 33154 • • 512MB Kingston KVR667D2N5 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 29
-53EA1 VS512MB533D2 VS512MB533D2 VS1GB533D2 CL Brand SS/ DS Component DIMM support A* B* N/A Elpida SS E5116AF-5C-E • Corsair DS MIII0052532M8CEC • • N/A Corsair DS MI110052532M8CEC • • N/A Corsair DS 64M8CFEGQIB0900718 • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-17 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 30
CL Brand SS/ DS Component DIMM support A* B* N/A Elpida SS Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 31
components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 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 M2N-VM SE HDMI - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 32
support. Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 33
- - shared - - - shared - - When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the 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 M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-21 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 34
other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 35
M2N-VM SE HDMI You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ASUS M2N-VM SE - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 36
to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using switch between the HDMI and the DVI features. Set this jumper to pins 1-2 (HDMI) to enable the HDMI feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 to enable the DVI feature. R M2N-VM SE HDMI - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 37
is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. Supported by Marvell Gigabit LAN controller, this port allows of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-25 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 38
DVI-D can't be converted to output RGB Signal to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I. 10. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray and other protected content • This motherboard comes with dual-VGA - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 39
5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. R M2N-VM SE HDMI 2. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 40
This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. If any device jumper is set as "Cable-Select," ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. R M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 41
JBOD configuration through the onboard controller. R M2N-VM SE HDMI Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA. • For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD, refer to the RAID manual in the support CD. • If you intend to create - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 42
forget to connect the fan 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. Only CPU Fan supports Q-Fan. R M2N-VM SE HDMI 6. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 43
. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. R M2N-VM SE HDMI USB56 USB78 USB910 USB1112 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 8. Optical drive - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 44
that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. R M2N-VM SE HDMI • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 45
orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. R M2N-VM SE HDMI K • We recommend that you use an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-33 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 46
12. LPT connector The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as a printer. LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. R M2N-VM SE HDMI 13. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This connector is for the chassis-mounted system - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 47
on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-35 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 48
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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 M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 50
the motherboard support CD during POST. 2. ASUS AFUDOS: Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk, USB flash disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4. ASUS Update: Updates - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 51
the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • This function can support devices such as USB flash disks, or floppy disks with FAT 32/16 format only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 52
BIOS screens are for reference only. The actual BIOS screen displays may not be same as shown. 1. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.29(03.11 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 53
Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... Erasing flash ...... done Writing flash ...... done Verifying flash .... done Please restart your computer A:\> ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 54
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 , the floppy disk or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 55
the updating process. • Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 56
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. 2. Click the Utilities - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 57
Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest the Internet option from the you to avoid network traffic, or drop‑down menu, then click Next. click Auto Select. Click Next. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 58
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: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 59
the Exit Menu. See section "2.8 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 M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-11 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 60
in this chapter 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 information. 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 61
Acceleration Mode DRAM Idle Timer DRAm Refresh Rate [Enabled] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] Graphic Adapter Priority Graphics Aperture Size Spread Spectrum [AGP/PCI] [ 64 MB] [Enabled] ICH Delayed Transaction of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-13 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 62
Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you 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 to navigate through them. System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A IDE Configuration Primary IDE - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 63
: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA Secondary Master/Slave Channel [Disabled] Allows you to disable or enable the Serial-ATA Secondary Master/Slave Channel. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-15 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 64
[Enabled] Select the type of device connected to the system The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 65
hardware monitor utility is installed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-17 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 66
[Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Enabled] Disable: Disables LBA Mode. Auto: Enables LBA Mode if the device supports it and the device supports is not already formatted with LBA Mode disabled. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 67
(tm) Processor 3200+ Speed Count : 1800MHz : 1 System Memory Installed Size : 512MB Usable Size : 384MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-19 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 68
Overclocking [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] - allows you to set overclocking parameters automatically. [MANUAL] - allows you to individually set overclocking - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 69
MANUAL]. CPU Frequency (MHz) [200.0] Displays the frequency sent by the clock generator to the system bus and PCI bus. The value of this item is auto-detected by the BIOS. Use the < > and < > keys to adjust the CPU 950V] [2.000V] [2.050V] [2.100V] [2.150V] [2.200V] [2.250V] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-21 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 70
2.4.2 CPU Configuration CPU Configuration Module Version: 13.15 AGESA driver developer may enable it for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the microcode updation Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 71
AMD Overlooking Configuration Processor Frequency Multiplier [Auto] Processor Voltage [Auto] Configure CPU Frequence. Processor Frequency Multiplier [Auto] Allows you to select Processor frequency safe mode. Configuration options: [1.400V] [1.375V] [1.350V] [Auto] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-23 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 72
the bank memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] 2-24 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 73
Timing Mode [Auto] [Auto] Options Auto Limit Manual Memory Clock Mode[Auto] Allows you to set the memoery clock mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit] [Manual] DRAM Timing Mode [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM timing mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [DCT 0] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-25 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 74
: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160na] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] 2-26 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 75
E] [HD Audio] [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Display Device Priority, from high to low Primary Graphics Adapter [PCIE-> PCI -> IGP] Display Device Priority, from high to low. Configuration options: [PCIE-> PCI-> ACPI HPET TABLE. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-27 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 76
Super IO Chipset Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [Normal] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Allows BIOS to select Serial Port1 Base Address. Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 77
] Allocate IRQ to PCI 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 card even if requested. function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-29 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 78
. USB Configuration Module Version - 2.24.1-13.4 USB Devices Enabled: 1 Drive USB 1.1 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Legacy USB Support USB 2.0 Controller Mode BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled] [Enabled] [Auto] [HiSpeed] [Enabled] USB Mass Storage Device Configuration Options Enable Disable The - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 79
Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [Full Speed] [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled] Allows you to configure the BIOS EHCI Hand-Off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floopy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-31 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 80
options. Suspend Mode ACPI Version Features ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] : [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 81
to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-33 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 82
motherboard and CPU temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 83
. The number of device items that appears on the screen dep+F-1endsCGheoannnegrteahleOpHnteuilmopnber of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxthF1D0rivSea]v[eUSanBd] E[Dxiistabled] ESC Exit ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-35 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 84
Full Screen Logo AddOn ROM Display Mode Bootup Num-Lock PS/2 Mouse Support Wait For 'F1' If Error Hit 'DEL' Message Display Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] [Enabled] [Force BIOS] [On] [Auto] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 85
your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section "1.9 Jumpers" for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 86
Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 87
2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L8005 Current ROM BOARD: M2N-VM SE HDMI VER: 0105 DATE: 10/29/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC] Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-39 - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 88
the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 89
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 3 Software support - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 90
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 M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 91
Installs the Realtek® ALC662 audio driver and application. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Driver Installs the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet driver. Nvidia HDMI Driver Program Installs the Nvidia HDMI driver program. The screen display and driver options may vary depending on the operating system. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 3- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 92
detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 93
) for updates. Symantec Norton Internet Security The anti-virus application detects and protects your computer from viruses that destroys data. WinDVD Copy5 Trial Installs the WinDVD Copy5 Trial version. Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the Corel Snapfire Plus SE software. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 3- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 94
Windows Vista Operating System (OS). NVIDIA 32bit XP SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create the NVIDIA SATA RAID Driver disk for 32-bit Windows XP Operating System (OS). NVIDIA 64bit XP SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create the NVIDIA SATA RAID Driver disk for 64-bit Windows XP Operating System (OS - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 95
PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 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. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 3- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 96
the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. M2N-VM SE HDMI ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI ACPI BIOS Revision 0105 10/29/07 Browse this - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 97
Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each in text format. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 3- - Asus M2N-VM SE HDMI | User Manual - Page 98
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