Motherboard P5E-VM DO
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Contents Notices.......................................................................................................... vi Safety information...................................................................................... vii P5E-VM DO specifications summary.......................................................... x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-2 1.3 Special features.......................
Contents 1.9 1.10 Jumper......................................................................................... 1-28 Connectors.................................................................................. 1-29 1.10.1 1.10.2 Rear panel connectors................................................... 1-29 Internal connectors........................................................ 1-30 Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS............................................. 2-2 2.1.
Contents 2.4.5 Intel VT-d Configuration................................................. 2-27 2.4.7 CPU Configuration......................................................... 2-28 2.4.6 2.4.8 2.4.9 2.5 2.4.10 PCI PnP......................................................................... 2-34 Suspend Mode . ............................................................ 2-35 2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .......................................................... 2-35 2.5.5 2.5.
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Safety information Electrical safety • • • • • • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
About this guide This user guide contains the information 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 that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of 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 a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
P5E-VM DO specifications summary CPU 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® next generation 45nm Multi-core CPU. * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel® Q35 / ICH9DO with Intel® Active Management Technology System Bus 1333 /1066 / 800 MHz Memory 4 x DIMM, max.
P5E-VM DO specifications summary USB 12 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) ASUS Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS AI Gear 2 - ASUS AI Nap - ASUS Advanced Q-Fan ASUS Crystal Sound - Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Precision Tweaker: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.
P5E-VM DO specifications summary Internal Connectors 4 x USB 2.
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5E-VM DO motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
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® vPro™ Technology allows IT organizations to remotely manage corporate PCs, even when they are powered off or with non-functional operating systems.
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) This motherboard supports the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), which provides enhanced data performance via high-level encryption/decryption, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM meets the Windows® Vista BitlockerTM Drive Encryption hardware requirement for a more secure working environment. See page 2-26 for details.
ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings.
AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking Features C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R.
1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation.
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 24.4cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard CHA_FAN 24.4cm (9.
1.5.4 Layout contents Slots Page 1. DDR2 DIMM slots 1-19 2. PCI slots 1-27 3. PCI Express x 1 slot 1-27 4. PCI Express x16 slot 1-27 Jumper 1. 1-10 Page Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-28 Rear panel connectors Page 1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 1-29 2. Parallel port 1-29 3. IEEE 1394a port 1-29 4. LAN (RJ-45) port 1-29 5. Rear Speaker Out port (black) 1-29 6. Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 1-29 7. Line In port (light blue) 1-29 8. Line Out port (lime) 1-29 9.
Internal connectors Page 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 1-30 2. Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-31 3. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 1-31 4. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 1-32 5. ICH9DO Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1 [red], SATA2 [red], SATA3 [red], SATA4 [red], SATA5 [red], SATA6 [red]) 1-33 6. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 1-33 7. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB 78, USB910, USB1112) 1-34 8.
1.6 Central Processing Unit (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 cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure system stability.
1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. R P5E-VM DO 1. P5E-VM DO CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left. 2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. Retention tab Load lever A PnP cap B This side of the socket box should face you.
4. Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (B). B A Load plate Alignment key 5. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket then fit the socket alignment key into the CPU notch. CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ® • When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. B A A 3. A B B A B Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. R P5E-VM DO CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P5E-VM DO CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 2. 3. 4. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. A B B A B A A B Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. Narrow end of the groove The narrow end of the groove should point outward after resetting. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for detailed information on CPU fan installation.
1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR DIMM but has a 240-pin footprint compared to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR DIMM socket.
1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency.
P5E-VM DO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. SS/DS 512MB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package SS KHX8500D2/512 1024MB CORSAIR Heat-Sink PackAge DS CM2X1024-8500C5 DIMM support A B C Part No.
DDR2-667MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. SS/DS Part No.
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 2 To install a DIMM: 1. 2. 3. 3 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket.
1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
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IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H I.G.D. shared — — — — — — — HECI Host#1 shared — — — — — — — IDE-R Controller — — shared — — — — — KT Controller — shared — — — — — — SATA Host Controller — — shared — — — — — SATA Host Controller1 — — — — — — shared — JMicron ATA Controller shared — — — — — — — GbEthernet Controller — — — — shared — — — USB 2.0 EHCI#0 — — — — — — — shared USB 2.
1.8.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows a network card installed on the PCI Express x1 slot. 1.8.
1.9 1. Jumper Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1 3 2 4 56 7 8 9 15 1. 13 14 12 11 PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 10 Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. 2. 3. IEEE 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) port.
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Lime Line Out Line In Front Speaker Out Line In Front Speaker Out Line In Front Speaker Out Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer – – Side Speaker Out Light Blue Pink Black Gray 11.
Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF module. R P5E-VM DO 2. GND SPDIFOUT +5V SPDIF_OUT P5E-VM DO Digital Audio Connector The S/PDIF out module is purchased separately. 3. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) TPA1GND TPB1+12V GND R P5E-VM DO This connector is for a IEEE 1394a port.
4. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are 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 configure your device.
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USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB 78, USB910, USB1112) 1 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 then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard. The USB module is purchased separately.
8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA ~ 2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A ~ 7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Azalia-compliant pin definition R P5E-VM DO This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
12. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
Q-Connector (system panel) ASUS 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 and pin definition. Step2. Carefully connect the ASUS Q-Connector to the System panel connector.
This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash 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.) 2. 4. ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS‑based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing + during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. 2. 3. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.
2.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS file in DOS environment using a bootable floppy disk with the updated BIOS file. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Copying the current BIOS To copy the current BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. 2. • Make sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file.
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 at the DOS prompt. 2. 3. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support CD to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier.
2.1.4 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, the USB flash disk, or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file. • Prepare the motherboard support CD, the USB flash disk, or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility.
Recovering the BIOS from the support CD To recover the BIOS from the support CD: 1. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system. 3. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file. 2. Insert the support CD to the optical drive. Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery... Checking for floppy...
Recovering the BIOS from the USB flash disk To recover the BIOS from the USB flash disk: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains BIOS file to the USB port. 3. The utility will automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file when found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 2. Turn on the system. 4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard.
Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. 2. 3. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. See page 3-4 for the Utilities screen menu. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1.
4. 5. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. 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: 1. 2. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open.
2.2 BIOS setup program This motherboard supports a programmable Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) chip that you can update using the provided utility described in section “2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.” Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to configure your system using this utility.
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Main Menu bar Advanced Power Configuration fields System Time [17:20:30] System Date [Thu 08/29/2007] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.
2.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 2.2.5 SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 SATA 5 SATA 6 IDE Primary Master IDE Primary Slave Use [ENTER], [TAB], or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. [06:22:54] [Fri 08/10/2007] [1.44M, 3.
2.3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Main Advanced Power BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit System Time [17:20:30] System Date [Thu 08/29/2007] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.
2.3.4 SATA1-6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press to display the SATA device information. SATA 1 Device Select the type of device connected to the system. : Not Detected Type LBA/Large Mode Block(Multi-Sector Transfer) M PIO Mode DMA Mode Smart Monitoring 32Bit Data Transfer [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Enabled] v02.
PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] DMA Mode [Auto] Selects the DMA mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0] [UDMA1] [UDMA2] [UDMA3] [UDMA4] [UDMA5]. Only [Auto] is showed if no SATA device is installed in the system. SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
LBA/Large Mode [Auto] Enables or disables the LBA mode. Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) [Auto] Enables or disables data multi-sectors transfers. When set to Auto, the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature.
2.3.6 IDER Primary Master/Slave The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the IDER devices installed in the system. Select an item then press if you wish to configure the item. IDER Primary Master Device Select the type of device connected to the system. : Not Detected LBA/Large Mode Block(Multi-Sector Transfer) PIO Mode DMA Mode Smart Monitoring 32Bit Data Transfer [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Enabled] v02.
SMART Monitoring [Auto] Sets the Smart Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.3.
2.3.8 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. AMIBIOS Version : 0017 Build Date : 08/24/07 Processor Type Speed Count : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 2.
2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Adjust system frequency/voltage Jumperfree Configuration USB Configuration TPM Configuration Intel TXT(LT) Configuration Intel VT-d Configuration Intel VA Confoguration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP v02.
The following item appears only when the CPU Ratio 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 adjust the FSB frequency. You can also type the desired FSB frequency using the numeric keypad. The values range from 200 to 800.
DRAM Timing Control [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM timing. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual]. CAS# Latency [5 DRAM Clocks] Controls the latency between the SDRAM read command and the time the data actually becomes available. Configuration options: [6 DRAM Clock] [5 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks] [3 DRAM Clocks]. RAS# Precharge [5 DRAM Clocks] Controls the idle clocks after issuing a precharge command to the DDR SDRAM.
CPU 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 CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high VCore voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low VCore voltage may make the system unstable.
2.4.2 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. USB Configuration USB Devices Enabled: None USB Functions [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller [HiSpeed] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed] BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled] Port 64/60 Emulation [Disabled] Legacy USB Support [Auto] Enables support for legacy USB. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB devices are connected.
2.4.3 TPM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) 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 items show when you set TCG/TPM SUPPORT option to [YES].
2.4.4 Intel TXT (LT) Configuration Configure Intel TXT(LT) Parameters Intel TXT Initialization [Disabled] Disabled Enabled Intel TXT Initialization [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® TXT Initialization. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. The following items show when you set Intel TXT Initialization option to [Enabled].
2.4.6 Intel VA Configuration Configure Intel VA Parameters Virtual Appliance Runtime Ver. [3.0] Virtual Appliance (VA) [Disabled] Lock VA ACPI Interface [Disabled] Confirm Pending Operation [Disabled] Disabled Enabled Virtual Appliance (VA) [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Virtual Appliance (VA). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. Lock VA ACPI Interface [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Lock VA ACPI Interface. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. 2.
C1E Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable C1E suupport. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] Setting this item to [Enabled] allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. Vanderpool Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Vanderpool technology. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled].
North Bridge 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 physical memory. DISABLED: Do not allow remapping of memory Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory.
DVMT Mode Select [DVMT Mode] Configuration options: [Fixed Mode] [DVMT Mode] DVMT/FIXED Memory [256MB] Configuration options: [128MB] [256MB] [Maximum DVMT] ME Subsystem Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the Intel® Management Engine (ME) subsystem and enable the Intel® Active Management Technology. Select an item then press to display the configuration options.
Configure Intel AMT Parameters ME BIOS Extension [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable ME BIOS Extension. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. The Intel® Active Management Technology requires the Intel® AMT-enabled software. Also, the platform must be connected to a power source and an active LAN port. 2.4.
Agere Firevire 1394 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard IEEE 1394 controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. J-Micron PATA Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the J-Micron PATA controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3].
2.4.10 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either 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 PnP menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction.
2.5 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Suspend Mode [Auto] Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ACPI 2.0 Support [ACPI v1.0] ACPI APIC support [Enabled] Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend. APM Configuration Hardware Monitor 2.5.
2.5.5 APM Configuration APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Power On By External Modems [Disabled] Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] Power On By PCIE Devices [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] to select whether or not to restart the system after AC power loss. Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] When set to [Power Off], the system goes into off state after an AC power loss.
Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] Allows you to use specific keys on the keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key]. Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this parameter allows you to use the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select [Ignored] if you do not wish 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.
2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Wait For ‘F1’ If 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.
2.6.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. 4.6.1 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Device PriorityBoot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password : Not Installed : Not Installed to change password. again to disabled password. Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Change Supervisor Password Select this item to set or change the supervisor password.
After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. 4.6.1 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Device PriorityBoot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password : Not Installed : Not Installed to change password. again to disabled password.
Password Check [Setup] When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. Configuration options: [Setup] [Always] 2.7 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility doesn't support : 1.
2.8 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Main Advanced Power Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Tools Exit Exit system setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation. Pressing does not immediately exit this menu.
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This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
3.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/64-bit XP/Vista/64-bit Vista operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 3.2 • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
3.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll-Drivers Installation Wizard Installs the ASUS InstAll-Drivers installation wizard. Intel Chipset Inf Update Program Installs the Intel® chipset inf update program. Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Instals the Intel® Graphics Accelerator Driver. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek Audio driver.
3.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard 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.
Install the following utilities from the ASUS Superb Software Library CD if needed.. ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0 Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound.
3.2.4 Make Disk menu The 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.
3.2.5 Manual 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 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.
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. 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.
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.
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