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- Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 1
M2A-VM HDMI Motherboard - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's 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 M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 3
vii M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-8 1.5.1 Motherboard layout - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 4
and updating your BIOS 2-2 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-2 2.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 2-5 2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-6 2.1.4 Updating the BIOS 2-7 2.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file 2-9 2.1.6 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 210 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-11 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 5
menu 2-41 Chapter 3: Software support 3.1 Installing an operating system 3-2 3.2 Support CD/DVD information 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD/DVD 3-2 3.2.2 Drivers menu 3-3 3.2.3 Utilities menu 3-4 3.2.4 Make Disk menu 3-5 3.2.5 Manual menu 3-5 3.2.6 ASUS Contact information 3-6 3.2.7 Other - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 6
, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's 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 M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 8
the contents of the support CD/DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's 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 M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 10
M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary CPU. Chipset Front side bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio Support AMD socket AM2 for AMD Athlon™ 64FX/ Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64/Sempron processors AMD64 architecture enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports AMD - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 11
M2A-VM HDMI specifications summary IEEE1394 TI IEEE 1394a controller supports: - 2 x IEEE 1394a ports LAN PCIe Gigabit LAN USB Supports up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports Manageability WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR, PXE, WOR by PME Special features ASUS Q-Fan ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 12
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 14
USB, System panel, Retail version only) 1 x HDMI/AV/S/SPDIF card ASUS motherboard support CD/DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology The motherboard supports AMD socket AM2 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 15
playback of HD DVD and BluRay Disc. See pages 1-25 and 1-36 for details. YPbPr TV-out The motherboard supports superior YPbPr TV-out functionality with a higher resolution to 1080i and 720p format, delivering high image quality. See page 1-30, 1-35, and 2-23 for details. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1- - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 16
as video, audio, and voice. See page 1-24 for details. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0. USB 2.0 is backward compatible - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 17
The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. See pages 1-30 and 1-37 for details. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 18
restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. See page 1-22 for details. ASUS O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 19
install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI Onboard LED SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS M2A-VM HDMI - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 20
module) Socket AM2 PARALLEL PORT VGA 1394 F_USB34 LAN1_USB12 Top:Line In Center:Line Out Bottom:Mic In RTL8111B ALC883 YUV SPDIF_OUT USBPW1-4 AMD 690G PCIEX16 M2A-VM HDMI PCI1 ® PCI2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power ATI SB600 8Mb BIOS SATA4 SATA2 SATA3 SATA1 PCIEX1_1 AAFP CD IE1394_2 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 21
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. Place this side towards. the rear of the chassis M2A-VM HDMI ® ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1- - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 22
the CPU To install a CPU. 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI CPU Socket AM2 2. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100° angle, otherwise the - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 23
CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-11 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 24
heatsink and fan The AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/ retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 25
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 M2A-VM HDMI 1-13 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 26
. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel 1 Channel 2 Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 27
give users the benefit of manipulating this excess memory space. The motherboard can support 8 GB physical memory on the operating system listed below. You may install a maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-15 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 28
TS128MLQ64V8J KLDD48F-A8KB5 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 29
or the black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration C - Supports 4 modules inserted into both the yellow slots and the black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2 DIMM modules for this motherboard. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-17 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 30
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 3 2. Align a DIMM on the - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 31
by adjusting the software settings. 1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-19 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 32
precision event timer 9 Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System 12 PS/2 Compatible Mouse 13 Numeric data processor 16 Microsoft UAA Bus Driver for High Definition Audio 16 Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller 17 Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller 17 Standard OpenHCD USB Host Controller 18 ATI Radeon - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 33
the onboard VGA and DVI-D out ports, with the other two from the VGA and DVI-D out ports on an ATI graphics card. • When installing a PCI Express x16 graphics card, make sure to set the HDMI Support item in the BIOS to [OFF]; otherwise, you will not see the screen display. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-21 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 34
Hold down the key during 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! M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal Clear CMOS - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 35
USB connectors that you can connect to additional USB ports. USBPW1-4 3 2 2 1 +5V (Default) +5VSB M2A-VM HDMI ® USBPW5-8 12 23 +5V (Default) M2A-VM HDMI USB in the BIOS. KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI Keyboard power setting ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-23 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 36
1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45 LED LAN port 5. Line In port (light blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. Line Out port (lime). This - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 37
both the onboard VGA and DVI-D out ports. • DVI-D can't be converted to output RGB Signal to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I. • To play HD DVD or Blu-Ray Disc, make sure to use an HDCP compliant monitor. 12. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-25 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 38
using an FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. FLOPPY NOTE: Orient the red markings on the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1. M2A-VM HDMI ® PIN1 M2A-VM HDMI Floppy disk drive connector 2. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 39
three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to zigzag) on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI IDE connector ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-27 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 40
ATA 3 Gb/s is backward compatible with Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s M2A-VM HDMI SATA connectors Important note on Serial ATA Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA. • For detailed instructions on how to configure RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10, refer to the RAID manual in the support CD - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 41
connector as the 7-pin YUV/SPIDF_OUT connector. • Make sure the audio device of Sound playback is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to configure the setting. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-29 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 42
+ GND M2A-VM HDMI 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. You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 43
stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. CD (black) M2A-VM HDMI ® M2A-VM HDMI Internal audio connector To activate ASUS Music Alarm: • Connect the analog audio cable from the optical drive to the 4-pin CD-IN connector labeled CD on the motherboard. • Connect - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 44
NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M2A-VM HDMI Analog front panel connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 45
you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-33 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 46
supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground M2A-VM HDMI ® IDE_LED RESET PWRSW * Requires an ATX power supply. M2A-VM HDMI to hear system beeps and warnings. • depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 47
, S, and RGB is not supported. Dual display table This table indicates two corresponding displays when you connect two monitors on any two of the following ports. Onboard VGA ports HDMI module ports DVI RGB HDMI TV (S-Video/ Video/YPbPr) • • • • • • • • • • ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-35 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 48
and drivers will upgrade the playback quality. CPU - AMD 3800+ X2 Dual Core. Memory - 2 x 1GB of DDR2-800 (Dual channel mode). Playback software - CyberLink PowerDVD V.7.3 File Format Non protected clips HD-DVD VC1 Blu-Ray MPEG2 Suitable resolution XP Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 49
front panel cable labels. 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front panel functions are now enabled. The figure shows the Q-Connector properly installed on the motherboard. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 1-37 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 50
1-38 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's 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 M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 52
1. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) 2. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk/ USB flash disk or the motherboard support CD/DVD.) 3. Award BIOS Flash Utility (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) 4. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 53
> Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next. click Auto Select. Click Next. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2- - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 54
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 M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 55
File from the menu, then select Format. A Format 3 1/2 Floppy Disk window appears. e. Windows® XP users: Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format options field, then click Start. 2. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2- - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 56
to the floppy disk drive or the USB port. Press + during POST to display the following. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility B318 FLASH TYPE: Winbond W39V080A 8Mb LPC Current ROM BOARD: M2A-VM HDMI VER: 0104 DATE: 12/12/2006 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 57
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the AwardBIOS Flash Utility. Follow these instructions to update the BIOS using this utility. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS web site. Rename the file to M2A-VM.BIN and save it to a floppy disk, CD ROM or a USB flash disk in FAT - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 58
disk, CD (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved ROM or a USB flash disk For 690G-SB600-M2A-VM_H-00 DATE: 12/12/2006 and starts flashing the BIOS file. Flash Type - Winbond W39V080A (8Mb) File Name to Program: M2A-VM.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 59
(C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved floppy disk, then returns to For 690G-SB600-M2A-VM_H-00 DATE: 12/12/2006 the BIOS flashing process. Flash Type - Winbond W39V080A (8Mb) File Name to Program: 0113.bin Now Backup System BIOS to File! Message: Please Wait! ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2- - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 60
2.1.6 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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/DVD, the floppy disk, or the USB flash - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's 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 M2A-VM HDMI 2-11 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 62
arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. 2-12 Chapter - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 63
plus) Function Displays the General Help screen Loads setup default values Exits the BIOS setup or returns to the main menu from a sub‑ Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. up window." ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-13 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 64
Select a menu item then press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date 15 : 30 : 36 Mon, Mar 03 2007 Legacy Diskette A: [1.44M, 3.5 in. Primary IDE Master - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 65
section "2.2.1 BIOS menu screen" for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-15 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 66
for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. If the hard disk was already formatted on a previous system, the setup BIOS may detect incorrect parameters. Select [Manual] to manually enter the IDE hard disk drive parameters. If no drive is installed select [None]. Configuration options: [None] [Auto - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 67
disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives. This is necessary so that you can write or read data from the hard disk. Make sure to set the partition of the Primary IDE hard disk drives to active. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-17 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 68
is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press to display the SATA device information. Main Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility SATA 1 Select Menu Extended IDE Drive Access Mode Capacity Cylinder Head Landing Zone Sector [Auto] [Auto] 0 MB 0 0 0 0 Item - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 69
This item is not configurable. After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE Memory [xxx MB] Shows the size of installed memory. 2.3.8 Usable Memory [XXX MB] Shows the size of usable memory. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 70
field values can cause the system to malfunction. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration Select Menu CPU Configuration Chipset PCIPnP Onboard Device Configuration USB Configuration Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to set. F1:Help - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 71
CPU Voltage by software AMD Live! [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Live! technology. . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-21 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 72
Standard X Surroundview HDMI Support HDMI Audio Spread Spectreum [64MB] 64 MB [NTSC] Disabled [OFF] [Disabled] [Auto] Item Specific Help DRAM timing and control DRAM Configuration Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced DRAM Configuration Select Menu Timing Mode x Memory Clock Frequency - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 73
the HDMI Support item to [ON] and the HDMI Audio item to [Enabled] after installing the HDMI module into the onboard PCI Express x16 slot. Spread Spectrum [Auto] Allows you to disable or set to Auto the clock generator spread spectrum. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-23 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 74
Controlled By [Auto] When set to [Auto], the BIOS automatically configures all the boot and Plug and Play compatible devices. Set to [Manual] if you want to assign the IRQ DMA and memory base address fields. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] When the item Resources Controlled By is set to - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 75
BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Onboard Device Configuration South OnChip IDE Device South OnChip PCI Device HD Audio Device Front Panel Type Primary Display Adapter Onboard 1394 Onboard LAN Onboard LAN Boot the IDE PIO read prefetch mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-25 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 76
to legacy AC`97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] Primary Display Adapter [PCIEx] Sets which graphics controller to use as primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI Slot] [OnChipVGA - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 77
[Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onchip USB controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Legacy Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-27 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 78
(APM). Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ACPI Suspend Type ACPI APIC support APM Configuration HardWare Monitor [S1&S3] [Enabled] Select Menu Item Specific Help Select the - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 79
options: [Disabled] [Enabled] HPET Support [Enabled] This function increases the performance of the Windows® Vista Multimedia player. Setting this ] is suggested if your PC is running under the Windows® XP operating system (OS). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-29 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 80
(Min=0, Max=59), then press . 2.5.4 Hardware Monitor The items in this sub-menu displays the hardware monitor values automatically detected by the BIOS. It also allows you to change CPU Q-Fan feature-related parameters. Select an item then press to display the configuration options - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 81
rotations per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows 0. These items are not userconfigurable. CPU Fan Speed warning [800 RPM] Sets the CPU fan speed warning feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [800RPM] [1200RPM] [1600RPM] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-31 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 82
The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [Removable] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Disabled] 2.6.2 Removable Drives Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Removable Drives Select Menu 1. Floppy Disks Item - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 83
2.6.4 CDROM Drives Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot CDROM Drives Select Menu 1. 2nd Boot [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the system quick boot feature. When Enabled, the system skips certain tests while booting. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 84
only when you are running on an OS/2 operating system with an installed RAM of greater than 64 KB. Configuration options: [Non-OS2] [OS2] Full Screen LOGO [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Make sure that the - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 85
Check This field requires you to enter the password before entering the BIOS setup or the system. Select [Setup] to require the password before entering the BIOS Setup. Select [System] to require the password before entering the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [System] ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-35 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 86
-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Tools ASUS Music Alarm ASUS Music Alarm [Disabled] x Alarm Date: Sunday Enabled x Monday Enabled x Tuesday Enabled x Wednesday Enabled x Thursday Enabled x Friday Enabled x Saturday Enabled x Alarm Time (hh:mm) 0 : 0 x Audio CD - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 87
to set the volume level of the music alarm. Configuration options: [01] ~ [32] • Only the IDE ATAPI devices from Southbridge can support this function. • The system needs standby power, so ensure that the power cord is plugged. • ASUS Music Alarm only supports audio CDs. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-37 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 88
the setup screen will appear. 4. Press to switch between drives before the correct "xxx.CMO" file is found. Then press to load the file. 5. A pop-up message will inform you when the loading process finishes. • Suggest only to update the BIOS file coming from the same memory/CPU - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 89
BIOS file to the hard disk/floppy disk/USB flash disk with the FAT32/16/12 format. Follow the instructions below to save the BIOS Utility B318 Current CMOS BOARD: M2A-VM HDMI VER: 0104 DATE: 12/12/2006 Update CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: BIOS file will be saved as "xxx.CMO". ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-39 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 90
details. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS RROM Utility B318 FLASH TYPE: Winbond W39V080A 8Mb LPC Current ROM BOARD: M2A-VM HDMI VER: 0104 DATE: 12/12/2006 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\M2NPVOC A: WIN98ESE C: NETTERM DRIVERS RECYCLED WUTEMP NEWFOL~1 INSTALL TEST - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 91
the values to the non-volatile RAM. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select YES to discard any changes and load the previously saved values. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 2-41 - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 92
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This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. 3 Software support - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 94
sure that you install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 3.2 Support CD/DVD information The support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 95
option may not be the same for different operating system versions. HDMI Audio Driver Installs the HDMI audio driver. This item appears only when you have finished all the necessary drivers and set the HDMI Audio item in the BIOS to [Enabled]. Refer to page 2-23 for details. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 3- - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 96
wake-up call. The screen display and utilities option may not be the same for different operating system versions. ATI WebPAM Utility This utility allows you to configure Serial ATA (SATA) RAID/AHCI drive disk. For more detailed instructions, refer to the RAID manual in the support CD/DVD. This item - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 97
menu The Manual menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI 3- - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 98
tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 3.2.7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD/DVD. Click an icon - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 99
support CD/DVD contents in graphical format. 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/DVD and a brief description of each in text format. ASUS M2A-VM HDMI - Asus M2A-VM HDMI | M2A-VM HDMI user's manual - Page 100
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