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M2V-MX SE Motherboard - Asus M2V-MX SE | 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 M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 3
vii M2V-MX SE specifications summary viii 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 Motherboard layout - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - 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 M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 5
2-36 2.7 Exit menu 2-39 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 3.2.5 ASUS Contact information 3-8 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - 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 M2V-MX SE | 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 and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 8
M2V-MX SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage Audio LAN USB 2.0 Special features Backpanel I/O ports Support AMD socket AM2 for AMD Athlon™ 64 FX/ Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64/AMD Sempron™/ AMD Opetron™ processor AMD64 architecture enables - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 9
M2V-MX SE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support CD contents Form factor 2 x USB connector supports additional 4 USB ports 24-pin ATX power connector 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x CD audio-in connector 1 x CPU/ 1 x Chassis - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 10
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 12
for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M2V-MX SE motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD 1 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS motherboard support CD Documentation User guide If any of the - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 13
DDR2 memory provides great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI LAN cards. See page 1-23 for details. ASUS M2V-MX SE 1- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 14
logos. See page 2-35 for details. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 15
install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. R SB_PWR M2V-MX.SE ON Standby Power M2V-MX SE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M2V-MX SE - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 16
) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) EATXPWR COM1 Socket AM2 PARALLEL PORT PS2_USBPW1-4 VGA USB34 CPU_FAN LAN1_USB12 PRI_IDE AUDIO Attansic F2 Super I/O CD W83124RG-A2 VIA K8M890 PCIEX1_1 M2V-MX.SE PCIEX16 CHA_ FAN SB_PWR CLRTC CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS SEC_IDE - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 17
indicated in the image 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. R Place this side towards. the rear of the chassis M2V-MX.SE ASUS M2V-MX SE 1- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 18
orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU. 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. R M2V-MX.SE M2V-MX.SE.CPU.Socket.AM2 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 19
the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to 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. M2V-MX.SE R CPU_FAN CPU - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 20
is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 21
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. Make sure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the module base. ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-11 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 22
DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 128 Pins R 112 Pins M2V-MX.SE M2V-MX SE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 23
SS K4T56083QF-GCD5 • 512MB Samsung M378T6553BG0-CD5 SS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • 512MB Transcend 512MB DDR2 533 ECC SS 6ND22D9GCT(ECC) • 512MB VERITECH GTP512HLTM46DG SS VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • 1G VERITECH GTP01GHLTM56DG DS VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-13 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 24
DDR2 667 Qualified Vendors List Size Vendor 512MB ADATA Model Side(s) DS 512MB MDT MDT 512MB SS 1G MDT MDT 1024MB DS 1G MDT MDT 1024MB DS DIMM support Component A B E5108AE-6E-E • AD29608A8A-3EG20648 • AD29608A8A-3EG20645 • AET93F30DA 0552 • • - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 25
-3C SS 512MB Nanya NT512T64U88A1BY-3C SS 1G PQI DDR2-667U 1G DS 512MB PSC AL6E8E63B-6E1K SS 512MB PSC SS 1G VERITECH GTP01GHLTM55EG DS DIMM support Component A B NT5TU32M16AG-3C • • VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • VTD264M8PC6G01A164129621 • • ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-15 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 26
1G Samsung KR M391T2953CZ3-CE7 DS 1G UMAX 1GB,DDR2,PC6400 DS 512MB VDATA M2GVD6G3H3160I1E53 SS 1G VDATA M2GVD6G3I4170I1E53 B - supports one pair of modules inserted into either slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 27
1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out 1 with extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-17 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - 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 M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 29
B C D used - - - - used - - 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 M2V-MX SE 1-19 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 30
x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has supports PCI Express x16 graphic - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 31
the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! R 12 23 CLRTC M2V-MX.SE Normal (Default) Clear RTC M2V-MX SE Clear RTC RAM ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-21 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 32
to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). Set PS2_USBPW1-4 to additional USB ports. PS2_USBPW1-4 R 12 23 M2V-MX.SE +5V (Default) +5VSB USBPW5-8 13 35 +5V (Default) M2V-MX.SE.USB Device Wake Up +5VSB • The USB - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 33
of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Light Blue Green Pink Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In 4-channel Surround (Rear) Front Speaker Out Mic In 6-channel Surround (Rear) Front Speaker Out Bass/Center ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-23 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 34
(VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 10. COM port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA- Pin 5. R PIN 1 M2V-MX.SE FLOPPY NOTE: Orient the gray markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1. M2V-MX SE Floppy Disk Drive Connector 1- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 35
: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure PIN1 SEC_IDE M2V-MX.SE NOTE: Orient the gray markings (usually zigzag) on the ID ribbon cable to PIN 1. M2V-MX.SE.IDE Connectors ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-25 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 36
GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND R GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND M2V-MX.SE SATA2 SATA1 M2V-MX.SE.SATA Connectors For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, 1, and JBOD, refer to the RAID manual in the support CD. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 37
Optical drive audio in connectors (4-pin CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. R M2V-MX.SE CD (black) Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel M2V-MX.SE.Internal.Audio Connector ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-27 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 38
GND M2V-MX.SE.USB.2.0.Connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports the - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 39
R +12V DC GND M2V-MX.SE M2V-MX SE uATX Power Connector +12V DC 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 NC -5 Volts Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-29 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 40
9. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR LED PWR BTN PLED+ PLEDPWR GND R M2V-MX.SE F_PANEL IDELED+ IDELED- Ground Reset +HDLED RESET M2V-MX.SE.System.Panel.Connector. • System power LED (2-pin PWRLED) This 2-pin connector is - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 41
audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF module. R +5V SPDIFOUT GND M2V-MX.SE SPDIF_OUT M2V-MX.SE.Digital Audio GND Speaker Out M2V-MX.SE SPEAKER 1 M2V-MX.SE.Speaker Out Connector ASUS M2V-MX SE 1-31 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - 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 M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 44
motherboard support CD during POST.) 2. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy, or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) 4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 45
.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard and rename the same to M2V_MX SE.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 floppy... ASUS M2V-MX SE 2- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 46
is not write-protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file. • The succeeding 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 CD to the bootable floppy disk you created - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 47
WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... done Reading flash ...... done Advance Check ...... Erasing flash ...... done Writing flash ...... 0x0008CC00 (9%) Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS M2V-MX SE 2- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 48
restart your computer A:\> 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 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 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - 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 M2V-MX SE - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 50
you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 51
> 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 M2V-MX SE 2- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - 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 M2V-MX SE | User Manual - 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 M2V-MX SE 2-11 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 54
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help System Time [11:51:19] System Date [Thu 07/12/2007] Legacy Diskette A [1. select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 55
. Press Up/Down arrow keys or PageUp/PageDown keys to display the other items on the screen. 2.2.9 General help (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. Pop-up window Scroll bar At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-13 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 56
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 of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [720K, 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 57
set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if 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: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-15 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 58
, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 59
if 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: [Disabled] [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-17 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 60
Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables the devices write protection. This will be effective only when the device is accessed through BIOS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IDE Detect Time Out [35] Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 61
: AMD Sempron(tm) Processor 3200+ : 1800MHz : 1 System Memory Installed Size: 512MB Usable Size : 348MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected processor information. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-19 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 62
the system to malfunction. USB Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCI PnP 2.4.1 USB Configuration The items in Enable [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Port 64/60 Emulation [Disabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled] - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 63
] Allows you to configure the USB 2.0 controller in HiSpeed (480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps). Configuration options: [HiSpeed] [Full Speed] BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS EHCI hand-off support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-21 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 64
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Configuration Module Version:13.13 AGESA Version: AMD Overclocking Configuration Runtime Legacy PSB [Enabled] Cool N'Quiet [Disabled] AMD Overclocking Configuration AMD Overclocking Configuration - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 65
item then press to display the configuration options. Advanced Chipset Settings Bridge K8M890 AGP/PCI Manual] to set using one of the standard values. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Limit] CAS Latency (CL) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3.0] [4.0] [5.0] [6.0] ASUS M2V-MX SE - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 66
Mode [Auto] Sets the MCT Timing mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following item appears when the MCT Time Mode item is set to [Manual]. TRRD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2T] [3T] [4T] memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-24 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 67
Control [Auto] Allows DIMMs to enter power down mode by deasserting the clock enable signal when DIMMs are not in use. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-25 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 68
memory for onboard VGA graphic data. Configuration options: [256MB] [128MB] [64MB] [32MB] SouthBridge VIA VT8237S Configuration SATA Controller [IDE] LAN Controller [Enabled] LAN Option ROM [Disabled] High Definition Audio [Auto] Front Panel Support Type [HD Audio] PCI Delay Transaction - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 69
audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97][HD Audio] PCI Delay Transaction [Enabled] [Disabled] Aloows you to enable or disable PCI selection by CPU capability. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-27 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 70
. Configuration options: [Normal] [EPP] [ECP] [EPP+ECP] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Allows you to select the Parallel Port IRQ. Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7] 2-28 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 71
this feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IRQ xx [Available] When set to [Available], the specific IRQ is free for PCI/PnP devices to use. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [Available] [Reserved] ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-29 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 72
display the configuration options. Suspend Mode [Auto] ACPI Version Support [ACPI v2.0] ACPI APIC Support Only] [S3 Only] [Auto] 2.5.2 ACPI Version Support [ACPI v2.0] Allows you to add more tables for v3.0] 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Enables or disables the ACPI support in the ASIC. When - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 73
system power on. Power On By LAN [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this 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] ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-31 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 74
with set values. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-32 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 75
onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, motherboard and power temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [ Start Voltage, Start Speed Temp, Full Speed Temp Sets the smart fan mode. ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-33 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 76
you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security Specifies the Boot Device Configuration options: [xxxxx Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] 2-34 Chapter 2: BIOS Setup - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 77
to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-35 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 78
settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed then press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock ( - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 79
. 3. Confirm the password when prompted. The message "Password Installed" appears after you have successfully set your password. The User Password item now shows Installed. ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-37 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 80
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 M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 81
and stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to save changes and exit. If you attempt to exit the Setup program System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. ASUS M2V-MX SE 2-39 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 82
to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to load default values. Select Exit Saving Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. 2-40 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 83
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 3 Software support - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 84
that you install Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 3.2 Support CD information The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 85
S3G Display Driver Installs the VIA S3G display driver. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek® audio driver. Atheros F2 Ethernet Driver Installs the Atheros F2 Ethernet Driver. The screen display and drivers option may not be the same for different operating system versions. ASUS M2V-MX SE 3- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 86
monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any 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 - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 87
computer. Visit the Microsoft® website (www.microsoft.com) for updates. Symantec Norton Internet Security Installs Symantec Norton Internet Security application. WinDVD Copy5 Trial Installs the WinDVD Copy5 trial version. Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs Corel Snapfire Plus SE. ASUS M2V-MX SE 3- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 88
3.2.4 Make Disk menu The Make Disk menu allows you to make a RAID driver disk. VIA 32/64 bit RAID Driver Allows you to create a VIA® 32/64 bit RAID driver disk. 3- Chapter 3: Software support - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 89
VIA® VT8237 RAID user's manual. Realtek HD Audio User's Manual Allows you to open Realtek HD Audio user's manual. The user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader application from the Utilities tab before opening a user manual file. ASUS M2V-MX SE 3- - Asus M2V-MX SE | User Manual - Page 90
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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Motherboard
M2V-MX SE