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    R P2B-VM Pentium® II/CeleronTM Motherboard USER'S MANUAL
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    by the digit before and after the period of the manual revision number. Manual updates are represented by the third digit in the manual revision number. For previous or updated manuals, BIOS, drivers, or product release information, contact ASUS at http://www.asus.com.tw or through any of the means
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    Str. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany Telephone: 49-2102-445011 Fax: 49-2102-442066 Email: [email protected] Technical Support Hotline: 49-2102-499712 BBS: 49-2102-448690 Email: [email protected] WWW: www.asuscom.de FTP: ftp.asuscom.de/pub/ASUSCOM ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 3
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    How this manual is organized 7 Item Checklist 7 II. FEATURES 8 Features of the ASUS P2B-VM Motherboard 8 Parts of the ASUS P2B-VM Motherboard 11 III. INSTALLATION 12 ASUS P2B-VM Motherboard Layout 12 Installation Steps 14 1. Jumpers 14 2. System Memory (DIMM 17 DIMM Memory Installation 18
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    HDD Auto Detection 56 Save & Exit Setup 57 Exit Without Saving 57 V. SUPPORT CD 58 ASUS Support CD Main Menu 58 A. Video Driver 61 B. Other Video Drivers 65 C. ATI Player 77 D. Audio Driver 81 E. Audio Software 85 F. Software Wavetable 92 G. DMI Utility 93 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 5
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    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 the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. 6 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    jumper caps (1) Support CD with drivers and utilities (1) Motherboard User's Manual COM2 connector with bracket (optional) ASUS PC100 DIMM memory module (optional) ASUS PCI-L101 Wake-On-LAN 10/100 Fast Ethernet Card (optional) IrDA-compliant infrared module (optional) ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 7
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    ASUS P2B-VM Motherboard The ASUS P2B-VM is carefully designed for the demanding PC user who wants advanced features processed by the fastest CPU. Specifications: • Multi-Speed: Supports with EPP and ECP capabilities. UART2 can also be directed from COM2 to the Infrared Module for wireless connections
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    is no need to upgrade current hard drives or cables. • SDRAM Optimized Performance: Supports the new generation memory - Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM) which increases the data transfer rate from 528MB/s max using EDO memory to 800MB/s max using SDRAM. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 9
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    user interfaces and run large applications. The system resource monitor will warn the user before the system resources are used up to prevent possible application crashes. Suggestions will give the user information on managing their limited resources more efficiently. 10 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    Parts of the ASUS P2B-VM Motherboard T: PS/2 Mouse B: PS/2 Keyboard T: USB Conn 1 B: USB Conn 2 Serial COM 1 ATX Power CPU Slot1 Intel 440BX AGPset ATI Multimedia Connector 3 DIMM 4MB VGA Memory (Rage IIC) Sockets 8MB VGA Memory (Rage Pro) Parallel Port VGA Connector (Optional) T: Joystick
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    . INSTALLATION ASUS P2B-VM Motherboard Layout PARALLEL PORT ATXPWR CPU Slot 1 DIMM Socket 1 (64/72 bit, 168 pin module) DIMM Socket 2 (64/72 bit, 168 pin module) DIMM Socket 3 (64/72 bit, 168 pin module) PS/2 TOP: Mouse BOTTOM: Keyboard KB_WAK USB TOP: USB 1 BOTTOM: USB 2 COM1 VGA PWR_FAN
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    RAM p. 15 Keyboard Power (Wake) Up (Enable/Disable) p. 16 CPU External Clock (BUS) Frequency Selection p. 16 CPU:BUS Frequency Multiple Expansion Slots 1) DIMM Sockets 2) CPU Slot1 3) PCI Slot 1, 2, 3 4) ISA Slot 1 p. 17 168-Pin DIMM Memory Support Channel (40-3 pins) ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 13
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    . The VGAEN jumper allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA. Disable the onboard VGA if you are using a VGA card on the expansion slot. R P2B-VM VGA Settings VGAEN 1 2 3 Enable (Default) INT_EN 1 2 3 Disable (Default) VGAEN 1 2 3 Disable INT_EN 1 2 3 Enable 14 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    the BIOS setting (see "Power Up By Keyboard" in the Power Management Setup of the BIOS SOFTWARE) or else conflicts will occur. Setting KB WAK Disable [1-2] (default) Enable [2-3] KB_WAK 1 2 3 Disable (Default) KB_WAK 1 2 3 Enable R P2B-VM Keyboard Power (Wake) Up ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 15
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    multiple between the Internal frequency of the CPU and the CPU's External frequency. These must be set in conjunction with the CPU Bus Frequency. R P2B-VM CPU Settings FS4 FS3 FS2 FS1 FS0 FS4 because it sends a VID signal directly to the onboard power controller. 16 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    pin density than EDO (Extended Data Output) chips. • BIOS shows SDRAM memory on bootup screen. • 8 chips/side modules do not support ECC, only 9 chips/side modules support ECC. • Single-sided DIMMs come in 16, 32, 64,128MB; double-sided come in 32, 64, 128, 256MB. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 17
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    System Memory 20 Pins 60 Pins 88 Pins R Lock P2B-VM 168-Pin DIMM Sockets The DIMMs must be 3.3V Unbuffered for this motherboard. To motherboard. You must tell your retailer the correct DIMM type before purchasing. This motherboard supports four clock signals. 18 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    air circulation across the processor's heatsink by regularly checking that your CPU fan is working. Without sufficient circulation, the processor could overheat and damage both the processor and the motherboard. You may install an auxiliary fan, if necessary. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 19
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    folding support arms of the URM are locked when shipped. Locked Folding Support To unlock the support arms, simply flip them up to an upright position. III. INSTALLATION CPU Unlocked Folding Support Arms The URM is now ready for the installation of your processor. 20 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    instructions included with your heatsink or processor. The following steps are provided only as a general guide With a screw driver, push the clamps CPU will overheat. You may install an auxiliary fan to provide adequate circulation across the processor's passive heatsink. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    motherboard's chipset, push the SECC, SECC2, or SEPP gently but firmly into the Slot 1 connector until it is fully inserted. SECC Push lock inward SECC2/SEPP CPU fan cable to fan connector CPU Lock hole CPU fan cable to fan connector CPU fan cable to fan connector 22 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    the Slot 1 processors are those with three-pin fans, such as the ASUS Smart Fan, that can be connected to the motherboard's CPU fan connector. These heatsinks, such as the Elan Vital Heatsink with Fan, then flip the lever from "Unlock" to "Lock." III. INSTALLATION CPU ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 23
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    BIOS if necessary (such as IRQ xx Used By ISA: Yes in PNP AND PCI SETUP) 7. Install the necessary software drivers 6 IRQs free for expansion cards. If your motherboard has audio onboard, an extra 3 IRQs will problems when those two devices are in use at the same time. 24 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    ultra-high memory bandwidth, such as an ASUS 3D Hardware Accelerator. NOTE: You must set the VGAEN jumper to Disable when using an external AGP card in order to disable the onboard AGP chipset. III. INSTALLATION Connectors R P2B-VM Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 25
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    corners of the connectors are labeled on the motherboard. Pin 1 is the side closest to Connector (6-pin Female) The system will direct IRQ12 to the PS/2 mouse if one is detected . See "PS/2 Mouse Control" in BIOS Features Setup of the BIOS SOFTWARE. PS/2 Mouse (6-pin Female) ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    slot opening. See "Onboard Serial Port" in Chipset Features Setup of the BIOS SOFTWARE for settings. Serial Port (9-pin Male) COM 1 5. Monitor (VGA) Output Connector (15-pin Female) This connector is for output to a VGA-compatible device. VGA Monitor (15-pin Female) ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 27
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    Line Out can be connected to headphones or preferably powered speakers. Line In allows tape players or other audio sources to be recorded by your computer or played through the Line Out ports are available for connecting USB devices. USB 1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2 28 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    the jumper settings. BIOS now supports SCSI device or IDE CD-ROM bootup (see "HDD Sequence SCSI/IDE First" & "Boot Sequence" in the BIOS Features Setup of the BIOS SOFTWARE) (Pin 20 cable to PIN 1 PIN 1 Floppy Disk Drive Connector R P2B-VM Floppy Disk Drive Connector ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 29
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    Setup" under BIOS SOFTWARE section) and that your system has an ATX power supply with at least 720mA +5V standby power. Ground +5 Volt Standby PME IMPORTANT: Requires an ATX power supply with at least 720mA +5Volt standby power R P2B-VM Wake-On-LAN Connector 30 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    motherboard and/or the CPU fan if these pins are incorrectly used. These are not jumpers, do not place jumper caps over these pins. Power Supply Fan Rotation +12V GND CPU Fan Power Rotation +12V GND R P2B-VM Ground +3.3 Volts +3.3 Volts R P2B-VM ATX Power Connector ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 31
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    mono input and output for a voice modem microphone and speaker interface. Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel CD_IN MODEM_IN Input Ground Ground Output R P2B-VM Stereo Audio In and Voice Modem In Connectors 32 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    inbox. This function requires ACPI OS support. 18. Keyboard Lock Switch Lead (2- will not cause any problems. May require one or two pushes depending in the Power Management Setup of the BIOS SOFTWARE section should be on the default setting P2B-VM System Panel Connectors ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 33
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    . Pin 1 R P2B-VM Serial COM 2 Bracket 26. ATI Multimedia Channel AMC (40-3 pin AMC) This connector is used for video accessories such as video capture cards or television tuners. 2 40 1 39 R P2B-VM ATI Multimedia Channel Connector III. INSTALLATION Connectors 34 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    for assistance. 7. During power-on, hold down to enter BIOS setup. Follow the instructions in the next section, BIOS SOFTWARE. * Powering Off your computer: You must first exit or shut your computer" will not appear when shutting down with ATX power supplies. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 35
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    that you save AFLASH.EXE and the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. To save your current BIOS, type [1] at the Main Menu and then press . The Save Current BIOS To File screen appears. Type a filename and the path, for example, A:\XXX-X and then press . 36 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    the BIOS update, press Y to start the update. The utility starts to program the new BIOS information into the flash ROM. When the programming is finished, Flashed Successfully will be displayed. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. IV. BIOS Flash Memory Writer ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    persists, update the original BIOS file you saved to disk above. If the Flash Memory Writer utility was not able to successfully update a complete BIOS file, your system may not be able to boot up. If this happens, your system will need service. IV. BIOS Updating BIOS 38 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    BIOS SOFTWARE 6. BIOS Setup The motherboard supports two programmable Flash ROM chips: 5 Volt and 12 Volt. Either of these memory chips can be updated when BIOS upgrades are released. Use the Flash Memory Writer utility to download the new BIOS : IV. BIOS BIOS Setup ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 39
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    BIOS Defaults" option loads the minimum settings for troubleshooting. the system clock and error handling. If the motherboard is already installed in a working system, you to provide you with the information you need. The memory display at the lower right-hand side of the ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    Logical Block Addressing (LBA) to allow larger IDE hard disks; set it to Large for drives over 528MB that do not support LBA. Large type of drive can only be used with MS-DOS and is very uncommon. Most IDE drives over 528MB support the LBA mode. IV. BIOS Standard CMOS ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 41
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    a VGA or any higher resolution card, choose EGA/VGA. Halt On (All Errors) This field determines which types of errors will cause the system to halt. Choose from All Errors; No Errors; All, But Keyboard, All, But Diskette; and All, But Disk/Key. IV. BIOS Standard CMOS 42 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    Some entries are required by the motherboard's design to remain in their default settings. IV. BIOS BIOS Features A section at the lower right next to each function heading. Details of BIOS Features Setup CPU Internal Core Speed This function is reserved for ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 43
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    the CPU level 2 cache. BIOS Update (Enabled) This functions as an update loader integrated into the BIOS to supply the processor with the required data. The BIOS will load the update on . Selections are HDD MAX, Disabled, 2, 4, 8, 16, and 32. IV. BIOS BIOS Features 44 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    the system prompts for the User Password every time you start your system. The other option is Setup, where the system goes through its startup routine unless the Setup utility is called, when the system prompts for the Supervisor Password. IV. BIOS BIOS Features ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 45
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    are the same as for the previous screen. IV. BIOS Chipset Features NOTE: SETUP Defaults are noted in parenthesis MA Wait State (Normal) This controls the leadoff clocks for CPU read cycles. Leave on default setting. Snoop Ahead (Enabled) Leave on default setting. 46 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    memory of the processor. It can greatly improve the display speed by caching the display data. You must leave this on the default setting of UC (uncacheable) if your display card cannot support will be displayed instead: IV. BIOS Chipset Features Data Integrity Mode ( ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 47
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    setting Normal, allows normal-speed operation but in one direction only; EPP allows bidirectional parallel port operation at maximum the second serial UART to support the infrared module connector on the motherboard. If your system already has BIOS Chipset Features 48 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    Management (APM) should be installed to keep the system time updated when the computer enters suspend mode activated by the BIOS Power Management. For DOS environments, you need to add the for monitor power management. The settings are Suspend -> Off and Always On. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 49
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    Management System) features allow the BIOS to control the video display card if it supports the DPMS feature. Blank power consumption mode, and the Suspend mode which suspends the CPU. The system automatically "wakes up" from any power saving mode BIOS Power Management 50 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    With this feature, you can remotely upload/download data to/from systems during off-peak hours. Set to Enabled to set this feature. IMPORTANT: This feature requires the ASUS PCI-L101 LAN Card and an ATX time and day by selecting By Date. IV. BIOS Power Management ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 51
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    operating system to configure the PCI bus slots instead of using the BIOS. Thus interrupts may be reassigned by the OS when Yes is default setting of 32 PCI Clock enables maximum PCI performance for this motherboard. IRQ xx Used By ISA (No/ICU) These fields indicate whether ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    block size of a legacy ISA card that uses any memory segment within the C800H and DFFFH address range. If VGA BIOS First (No) This field gives priority to the onboard VGA BIOS over other VGA controllers. The default setting for this field is No. IV. BIOS Plug & Play / PCI ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    troubleshooting default values permanently stored in the BIOS ROM. These default settings are non-optimal and disable all high performance features. To load these default settings, highlight "Load BIOS fields on the Standard CMOS Setup screen. IV. BIOS Load Defaults 54 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    reverts to the main screen. IV. BIOS Passwords To implement password protection, specify in the "Security Option" field of the BIOS Features Setup screen when the system will NOTE: If you forget the password, see CMOS RAM for procedures on clearing the CMOS. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 55
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    enters them into the Standard CMOS Setup screen. IV. BIOS Hard Disk Detect Up to four IDE drives can be detected screen. If you are auto-detecting a hard disk that supports the LBA mode, three lines will appear in the parameter problem if the drive is new and empty. 56 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    IV. BIOS Save & Exit Exit Without Saving Select this option to exit the Setup utility without saving the modifications you specify during the current session. To exit without saving, highlight the "Exit Without Saving" option on the main screen and then press . ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 57
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    (MPEG VCD): View a video on the LDCM features. • Exit: Exit the selection menu. Additonal CD Contents: DMI Configuration Utility in the DMI directory and Flash BIOS writer in the AFLASH directory. V. Support CD Contents 58 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    Playing Audio CDs (Only in window 95 76 Playing Media Files 77 Playing Interactive Discs (Video CD 2.0 77 D. Audio Driver 79 First Time Installation 79 For Windows 95 79 For Windows 98 79 First Time Installation 80 For Windows NT 4.0 81 V. Support CD Contents ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 59
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    Eject Button on the CD Player 91 Using AudioRack CD Player as Default CD Player 91 Configuring Playback Mixer 91 ASUS DMI Configuration Utility 93 Starting the ASUS DMI Configuration Utility 93 Using the ASUS DMI Configuration Utility 94 V. Support CD Contents 60 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    the ASUS web site. Operating Systems You should always use the latest operating system and updates when using new hardware in order to ensure full compliancy. For Windows 95, you must use OSR 2.0 or later. For Windows NT 4.0, you must use Service Pack 3.0 or later. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 61
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    . Click Easy Install to begin the Installation Wizard. The ATI Setup screen will appear. Click Next to proceed with the installation and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. When prompted to restart your computer, click Yes. 62 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    Display Settings A. Video Driver Display Settings for Windows 95/98 To change resolution, color, and other display properties, either right-click the Windows down, left, right, in, or out in any application. Click Defaults to fill in the Value box with default values. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 63
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    Display Settings A. Video Driver Color This allows you to adjust the Gamma level for your monitor and color levels for Red, Green, and Blue. You bar icon for easy access to the ATI configuration menus, and Show settings icon on task bar for quick resolution changes. 64 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    VGA mode (640x480, 16 colors) when you first start up. Follow the procedure below to install the video driver and player for Windows NT 4.0. To install the video driver and player for Windows NT 4.0 1. Insert the ASUS Support instructions to complete the installation. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 65
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    standard VGA driver and no other applications are running. 3. Double-click the OS/2 System folder. 4. Double-click the Command Prompts folder. 5. Double-click the OS/2 Full Screen object. 6. Insert the ASUS Support CD , you are ready to cop y the enhanced driver files. 66 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    to select the default destination directory or specify a destination directory for the OS/2 driver files. 5. After the files have been copied, press any key. 6. Press ESC the location of the driver. (The default location is C:\MACK_OS2.) 6. Click SET. 7. Click INSTALL. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 67
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    supported at all color depths. Refer to the features section for specifications of your onboard video device. • The resolution used by your software application is independent of the refresh rate. Resolution depends on the installed software driver and selected display mode. 68 ASUS P2B-VM User
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    , set that resolution to Not Supported." 5. Adjust the size and position of the box outline. Press to accept. 6. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you are satisfied with the box outline for all the resolutions. When finished, remember to exit and save the settings. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 69
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    Drivers Adv. / Diagnostics B. Other Video Drivers VGA Tests ... • Accelerator Tests ... Any time you suspect there is a problem, especially during installation, run the above tests. The information provided in this appendix will enable you to solve most problems. 70 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    386, ensure that AutoCAD has been configured for the appropriate ADI driver. The protected mode driver requires extended memory. Error Codes and Messages Problems and solutions for some common errors found by the test program are provided for your reference as follows: ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 71
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    disk. Try excluding the video BIOS address (C0000-C7FFF) from the memory manager. Refer to the documentation furnished with the memory manager software for information. might indicate a marginal RAM failure. The effects of this failure may not be immediately apparent. 72 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    player will work abnormally. You can reinstall ATI Video Player to recover it. Why can I not use the TV output function in Windows 95? You need to make sure that your resolution is 800x600 or under and refresh rate equal to or less than 60Hz in NTSC and 50Hz in PAL. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    find two (or more) conflicting adapters. 6. Disable all previous adapters by selecting them and clicking Remove. 7. Close Device Manager and restart Windows 95. 8. Your display driver should work correctly this time. 74 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    and control panel (Win3.1x and Win95) If VIDEO drivers are installed, for playing video clips, the ATI Player icon will appear in the DeskTop. Double click on this icon to bring up the panel. Click on the "?" then on a button that you would like to know about. ASUS P2L-VM/P2E-VM User's Manual 75
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    Volume Control Volume Mute The Audio CD player has its own control panel for controlling player uses Windows 95 standard INI file to store disc names, track names, and the play list. You can use the Setup dialog to enter the name of the artist and the disc. 76 ASUS P2L-VM/P2E-VM User's Manual
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    Interactive Discs (Video CD 2.0) Open Setup Capture File Dialog C. ATI Player Windows 95/3.x Play Menu Selection Audio Track Select Play Return Play Selection Default When playing Video CD 2.0 discs, the Control panel changes to this interactive panel. ASUS P2L-VM/P2E-VM User's Manual 77
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    the ASUS Support CD into your CD-ROM drive. 5. Click Browse. 6. Locate the D:\audio\w95 folder (where D is your CD-ROM Drive) and click OK. 7. Click OK again and the driver files will be copied. 8. Click Yes to restart the computer. D. Audio Driver First Time Installation ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    will be shown. Click Finish. You will be prompted to insert the ASUS Support CD. Click OK. Click Browse and locate the \audio\Win95 (or \audio\Nt40) folder on theASUS Support CD again. Follow the self-explanatory instructions to finish your driver installation. 80 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    the D:\audio\Nt40 folder (where D is your CD-ROM Drive). A list of audio drivers will be displayed. 9. Select the driver for your audio chipset and click OK. Windows will prompt you to restart. 10. Click OK to restart the computer. D. Audio Driver Windows NT 4.0 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 81
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    from the AudioRack32. It can be used to add effects and edit files recorded with the Digital Audio Player or by the Audio Recorder itself. The Audio Recorder can be launched from the AudioRack32's Digital Audio Player or on its own. E. Audio Software Introduction ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 83
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    the Digital Audio Player, is recording. Track or File Name: shows the name of the current track or file in the playlist. Time Index: displays the amount of time elapsed for the track or file in hours, minutes, seconds, and tenths of a second. 84 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual E. Audio Software Command
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    CD), or exit the AudioRack32. The Stop, Pause, and Play buttons affect components that are currently active. E. Audio Software Miniature Mode controls the master volume. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 85
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    balance a slider to adjust the volume a button for muting Modules that your hardware may provide for are: Master, Line, Wave, Mic, CD, MIDI, andAuxB. 86 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual E. Audio Software Audio Mixer
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    currently loaded in the Digital Audio Player. The display tells you the file name, size, number of bits per sample, sample rate, and whether the file was recorded in stereo or mono. Click again to return to the image of the tape deck. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 87 E. Audio Software Digital Audio
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    FM, producing richer timbre and greater depth of instrument voices. FM synthesis is a lower quality technology compared with Wave table synthesis. This card supports Wave table synthesis therefore ESFM is not supported on this card. E. Audio Software MIDI Player 88 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    play audio CDs. Check your hardware manual about setting up CD audio hardware and drivers. The Compact Disk Player uses intelligent CD playlist management: The Compact Disk Player maintains a record of each CD you the CD-ROM drive. E. Audio Software Compact Disk Player ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 89
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    embed sound objects in documents created in applications that support object linking and embedding (OLE). The Audio Recorder and play back in the PCM format. Like the Digital Audio Player, the Audio Recorder can record and play back .WAV and ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual E. Audio Software Audio Recorder
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    without prior notice. View the installation CD for any updated information in Readme text files. The AudioRack also cdplayer] section. If you would like to disable EJECT button on the CD player, you can change the value from 0 to 1. You need to close AudioRack Notes ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 91
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    Insert the ASUS Support CD into your CDROM drive or double-click the CD drive icon in My Computer to bring up the autorun menu or run Setup.exe in the root directory of your CD-ROM driver. This will now and then click Finish to restart your computer and complete setup. 92 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    CPU type, CPU speed, and internal/external frequencies, and memory size. The onboard BIOS will detect as many system information as possible and store those collected information in a 4KB block in the motherboard DMICFG.EXE. 4. Type DMICFG and press to run. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 93
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    messages. Notes A heading, *** BIOS Auto Detect ***, appears on the right for each menu item on the left side that has been auto detected by the system BIOS. A heading, *** User Modified ***, will appear on the right for menu items that have been modified by the user. 94 ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual
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    to memory by entering a drive and path and file name here. Load BIOS Defaults You can load the BIOS defaults from a MIFD file and can clear all user modified and added data. You must reboot your computer in order for the defaults to be saved back into the Flash BIOS. ASUS P2B-VM User's Manual 95
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