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P5E-VM DO Motherboard - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 2
INC. ("ASUS"). 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 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 3
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-9 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-10 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-12 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-13 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-15 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-17 1.7 System memory 1-19 1.7.1 Overview 1-19 1.7.2 Memory configurations - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 4
10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-29 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-30 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-2 2.1.2 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 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 5
2.4.5 Intel VT-d Configuration 2-27 2.4.6 Intel VA Configuration 2-28 2.4.7 CPU Configuration 2-28 2.4.8 Chipset 2-29 2.4.9 Onboard Devices Configuration 2-32 2.4.10 PCI PnP 2-34 2.5 Power menu 2-35 2.5.1 Suspend Mode 2-35 2.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume 2-35 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support 2-35 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 6
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 7
qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. The symbol of - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 8
you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this 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. It also lists the hardware setup procedures - Asus P5E-VM DO | 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 P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 10
P5E-VM DO specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394 TPM LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme/ Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Pentium® Extreme processor* Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Support Intel® - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 11
P5E-VM DO specifications summary USB ASUS Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports 12 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS AI Gear 2 - ASUS AI Nap - ASUS Advanced Q-Fan - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 12
CD Contents Form Factor 4 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 8 USB ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector 1 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 13
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 14
Application CD Documentation ASUS P5E-VM DO Serial ATA power and signal cables for 3 devices 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield 1 x ASUS 3 in 1 Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide If any of - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 15
Intel® Q35 Express Chipset The Intel® Q35 Express Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support Intel ® next generation 45nm CPU, 8GB of dual-channel DDR2 800/667 architecture, 1333/1066/800 FSB (Front Side Bus), PCI Express x16 graphics and multi-core CPU. Intel® vPro™ Technology The Intel® - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 16
solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS Advanced Q-Fan technology The ASUS Advanced Q-Fan technology is powered by Intel Quiet System Technology; it makes the change of fan speed more smoothly. It is better in fan use, and efficiently reduce the noise caused - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 17
to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 18
shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. Due to chipset behavior, AC power off is required prior to using C.P.R. function. O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 19
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. P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS P5E-VM DO 1- - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 20
rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place eight (8) 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 P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 21
module) EATXPWR FLOPPY 24.4cm (9.6in) 1.5.3 Motherboard layout PS/2KBM S T: Mouse B: Keyboard ATX12V 24.4cm (9.6in) LGA775 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN Super I/O COM1 PARALLEL PORT VGA F_USB34 LAN_USB12 AUDIO PWR_FAN Intel 82566 DM Intel MCH Q35 PCIEX16_1 Agere PCI1 SB_PWR PCI2 ALC883 CR2032 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 22
4. LAN (RJ-45) port 5. Rear Speaker Out port (black) 6. Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 7. Line In port (light blue) 8. Line Out port (lime) 9. Microphone port (pink) 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray) 11. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 12. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 13. VGA port 14. Serial port - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 23
[red]) 6. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 7. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB 78, USB910, USB1112) 8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors(4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 24
CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme/ Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Pentium® Extreme processors. • Make sure the AC power is off before you install the CPU. • If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 25
1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-13 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 26
tab. 7. If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable B to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 27
the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ASUS P5E-VM DO - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 28
in place. B A A A B B B A 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 29
the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly B from the motherboard. A A B A B B A 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P5E-VM DO - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 30
after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Narrow end of the groove Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 31
VM DO R P5E-VM DO 240-pin DDR2 DIMM Sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 Install at least a memory module in DIMM_A1 or DIMM_A2 slot to support the Intel® Quiet System Technology and for optimum performance. Otherwise, system will halt. ASUS P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 32
/ Windows® XP 32-bit version operation system since it does not support Physical Address Extension (PAE) mode. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips or double sided x16 memory modules. Notes on memory limitations • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 33
-25C DS NT1GT64U8HB0BY-25C SS AL6E8E63B8E1K DS AL7E8E63B-8E1K DIMM support ABC • • •• DIMM support ABC ••• • ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• •• ••• • • • • • •• ••• ••• • • • • • ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ••• ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-21 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 34
-3C NT5TU64M8BE-3C A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N SS/DS Part No. SS KVR667D2N5/256 SS KVR667D2N5/256 -channel memory configuration. C 1- Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual‑channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 35
can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with 1 extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 36
Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 37
holder for PCI steering* 10 5 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 11 6 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 12 7 PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices. ASUS P5E-VM DO - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 38
USB 2.0 EHCI#1 - - - - - - shared - UHCI#0 - - - - - - - shared UHCI#1 - - - shared - - - - UHCI#2 - - shared - - - - - UHCI#3 shared - - - - - - - UHCI#4 shared - - - - - - - UHCI#5 shared - - - - - - - UHCI#6 - - - - - shared - - PCI - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 39
figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.6 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. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-27 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 40
clear the CMOS memory of date, as system passwords. To erase the boot failure! P5E-VM DO R 12 23 CLRTC P5E-VM DO Clear RTC RAM Normal Clear CMOS (Default) • 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 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 41
. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 9. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-29 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 42
Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 11. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 12. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 43
port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. P5E-VM DO R TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND TPA1+ GND TPB1+ +12V IE1394_2 1 P5E-VM DO IEEE 1394a Connector The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. ASUS P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 44
: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure -Select," make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. P5E-VM DO R P5E-VM DO IDE connector PRI_EIDE PIN1 NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 45
6. Optical drive audio connector (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. P5E-VM DO R CD (black) Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel P5E-VM DO Internal Audio Connector ASUS P5E-VM DO 1-33 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 46
1 USB910 1 USB56 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND P5E-VM DO USB 2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 47
on the fan connectors! P5E-VM DO R Rotation +12V GND CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN GND +12V Rotation P5E-VM DO Fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU_FAN connectors support the ASUS Advanced Q-Fan feature. This motherboard does not support 3-pin CPU fan. 9. Chassis - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 48
-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect a AC' 97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 49
depending 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 P5E-VM DO 1-37 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 50
Q-Connector allows you to easily to connect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. Perform these steps to install ASUS Q-Connector. Step1. Connect the front panel cables to their respective connectors on the ASUS QConnector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector for proper connection - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 51
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 P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 52
or USB flash disk.) 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, USB Flash disk, or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.) 4. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 53
performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • This function can support devices such as USB flash disk, or floppy disk with FAT 32/16 format only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS P5E-VM DO 2- - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 54
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 earlier. 2. Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 55
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 56
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 USB flash disk, or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 57
updates the corrupted BIOS file. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy... Floppy not found! Checking for CD-ROM... CD-ROM found! Reading file "P5EVMDO.ROM". Completed. Start flashing... 4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. ASUS P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 58
updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows 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 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 59
> 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 P5E-VM DO 2- - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 60
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 P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 61
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 P5E-VM DO 2-11 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 62
menu screen Menu items Menu bar Main Advanced Power Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit General help System Time [17:20:30] System screen has the following main items: Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 63
for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. System Time System Date Legacy brief description of the selected item. Pop-up window Scroll bar ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-13 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 64
for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit System Time [17:20:30] System Date [Thu 08/29/2007] Legacy Configuration options: [Disabled] [720K, 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 65
1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items 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 P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 66
[Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data to the system. v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 67
occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 68
the system. v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2007, American Megatrends, Inc. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA 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 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 69
driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. If you want to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 70
: 0017 Build Date : 08/24/07 Processor Type Speed Count : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.80GHz : 2800MHz : 2 System Memory Usable Size: 503MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 71
If the system becomes unstable, return to the default. Configuration options: [Manual] [Standard] The following items appear only when the AI Overclocking item is set to [Manual]. CPU Ratio Control [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU ratio. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]. ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-21 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 72
Control item is set to [Manual]. Ratio CMOS Setting [7] Sets the ratio between CPU Core Clock and the FSB Frequency. FSB Frequency [xxx] 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 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 73
to set the DRAM timing. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]. CAS# Latency [5 DRAM Clocks] Controls the latency between the Clocks]. CPU/PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the clock generator spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto]. ASUS P5E-VM DO - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 74
Voltage [Auto] Allows selection of the CPU VCore voltage. The configuration options vary depending on the CPU installed. Setting to Auto allows the BIOS to detect the voltage of the CPU installed. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.7000V] ... [1.1000V] (with adjustment range of 0.0125V). Refer to the - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 75
systems (OS). Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-25 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 76
) features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. TPM Configuration TCG/TPM SUPPORT [NO] Enable/Disable TPM TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2) supp in BIOS TCG/TPM SUPPORT [YES] Allows you to enable or disable TCG/TPM setting. Configuration options: [YES] [NO]. The following - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 77
option to [Enabled], all of these items are set to [Enabled] automatically. 2.4.5 Intel VT-d Configuration Intel VT-d [Disabled] Disabled Enabled Intel VT-d [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® VT-d function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-27 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 78
Value: 7 COUID : 6F2 CPU Ratio Control [Auto] C1E Support [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit: [Disabled] Vanderpool Technology [Enabled] CPU TM function [Enabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech. [Disabled] Options Auto Manual Select Screen Select - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 79
advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Advanced Chipset Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause the system to malfunction. NorthBridge Configuration ME Subsystem Configuration Configure North Bridge features. ASUS P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 80
Configuration North Bridge Chipset Configuration Memory Remap Feature Initiate Graphic Adapter Internal Graphic Mode Select PEG Port Control PEG Port Force x1 [Enabled] [PEG/PCI] [Enabled, 8MB] [Auto] [Disabled] ENABLED: Allow remapping of overlapped PCI memory above the total - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 81
the configuration options. vPro Technology Configuration ASF Support ME HECI Configuration ME-Device ME-IDER ME-KT Configure Intel AMT Parameters ME BIOS Extension [Disabled] [Enabled] machine through the network. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-31 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 82
an active LAN port. Onboard Devices Configuration Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset High Definition Audio [Enabled] Front Panel Type [HD Audio] Onboard LAN [Enabled] LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Agere Firewaire 1394 [Enabled] J-Micron PATA Controller [Enabled] Serial Port1 Address - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 83
Directional] [EPP] [ECP]. ECP Mode DMA Channel [DMA3] Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to [ECP]. This item allows you to set the Parallel Port ECP DMA. Configuration options: [DMA0] [DMA1] [DMA3]. Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]. ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-33 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 84
PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system. YES: lets the operating system configure Plug and Play (PnP) devices not required for boot if your system - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 85
you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-35 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 86
you to enable or disable the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. Power On By PCIe Devices [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PCIe devices to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. 2-36 Chapter 2: BIOS setup - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 87
to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the chasis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-37 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 88
to display these items. ASUS Advanced Q-Fan Control Fan Profile Allows you to select the fan profile. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Performance] [Optimal] [Silent] [Ultra Silent]. The option of "Ultra Silent" is for Intel® Core™2 processors only. 2.6 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 89
Error [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display [Enabled] Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system. Quick Boot [Enabled] Enabling this item allows the BIOS : [Disabled] [Enabled]. ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-39 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 90
options. 4.6.1 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Device PriorityBoot Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password Change User Password to change password. again to disabled password. Change Supervisor Password Select - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 91
. 3. Confirm the password when prompted. The message "Password Installed" appears after you set your password successfully. To change the user password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password. Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. ASUS P5E-VM DO 2-41 - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 92
> to confirm your choice. Please see page 2-3, section 2.1.2 for details. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.00 FLASH TYPE: Winbond W25X32 Current ROM BOARD: P5E-VM-DO VER: 0017 DATE: 08/14/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: 2-42 Note [Enter] Select or - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 93
BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot and Password, the BIOS asks 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 P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 94
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This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 3 Software support ASUS P5E-VM DO 3- - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 96
. • Make sure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack2 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, and utilities that you - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 97
TPM Professional Driver Installs the Infineon TPM Professional Driver. Intel (R) Management Engine Interface Installs the Intel® Management Engine Interface. Local Manageability Service Install the Local Manageability Service utility. USB 2.0 Driver Installs the USB 2.0 driver. ASUS P5E-VM DO - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 98
supports. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Utilities Install the ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 99
9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that 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 P5E-VM - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 100
Make Disk menu contains items to create Intel® ICH9 RAID/AHCI driver disk. Intel ICH9 32 bit RAID/AHCI Driver Allows you to create an Intel ICH9 32 bit RAID/AHCI driver. Intel ICH9 64 bit RAID/AHCI Driver Allows you to create an Intel ICH9 64 bit RAID/AHCI driver. 3- Chapter 3: Software support - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 101
Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader application from the Utilities tab 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 P5E-VM DO 3- - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 102
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. Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. 3- Chapter - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 103
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 P5E-VM DO 3- - Asus P5E-VM DO | User Manual - Page 104
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