Motherboard

A8V-VM

E2421 Second Edition January 2006
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Table of contents

Notices.... vi Safety information...vii A8V-VM specifications summary...viii.
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 1.2 1.3 Welcome!... 1-2 Package contents... 1-2 Special features... 1-3 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.4 1.5 Product highlights.. 1-3 Innovative ASUS features.. 1-4
Before you proceed... 1-5 Motherboard overview... 1-6 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.5.3 Motherboard layout.. 1-6 Placement direction.. 1-6 Screw holes.. 1-7. Overview... 1-8 Installing the CPU... 1-8 Installing the heatsink and fan. 1-10 Overview... 1-12 Memory configurations.. 1-12 Installing a DIMM.. 1-15 Removing a DIMM... 1-15 Installing an expansion card.. 1-16 Configuring an expansion card. 1-16 PCI slots... 1-18 PCI Express x1 slot.. 1-18 PCI Express x16 slot... 1-18
Central Processing Unit (CPU).. 1-8 1.6.1 1.6.2 1.6.3
System memory... 1-12. 1.7.1 1.7.2 1.7.3 1.7.4
Expansion slots... 1-16 1.8.1 1.8.2 1.8.3 1.8.4 1.8.5
Jumpers... 1-19 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors.. 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors.. 1-22

1.10 Connectors... 1-21

Chapter 2: BIOS setup
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS... 2-2 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.1.5 2.2 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.2.5 2.2.6 2.2.7 2.2.8 2.2.9 2.3 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5 2.4 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.4.4 2.4.5 2.5 2.5.1 2.5.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk. 2-2 ASUS EZ Flash utility.. 2-3 AFUDOS utility.. 2-4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility.. 2-6 ASUS Update utility.. 2-8 BIOS menu screen.. 2-12 Menu bar... 2-12 Navigation keys... 2-12. Menu items.. 2-13 Sub-menu items... 2-13 Configuration fields.. 2-13 Pop-up window.. 2-13. Scroll bar.. 2-13. General help... 2-13 System Time... 2-14 System Date... 2-14 Legacy Diskette A.. 2-14 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave; First and Second SATA.. 2-15 System Information.. 2-16 JumperFree Configuration. 2-17. CPU Configuration.. 2-18 Chipset... 2-19 Onboard Devices Configuration.. 2-23. PCI PnP.. 2-24 Suspend Mode.. 2-26 Repost Video on S3 Resume.. 2-26

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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. Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a stable surface. If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> Command
A8V-VM specifications summary
CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Socket 939 for AMD Athlon 64FX/ Athlon 64X2/ Athlon 64/ Sempron processor Supports AMD Cool n Quiet! Technology Northbridge: VIA K8M890 Southbridge: VIA VT8251 2000/1600 MT/s Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x 184-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered ECC/ non-ECC DDR 400/333/266 MHz memory modules Supports up to 4 GB system memory Integrated VIA DeltaChrome Graphics Processing Unit Supports Microsoft DirectX 9.0 (Refer to page 3-5) Maximum shared mamory of 256 MB 1 x PCI Express x16 slot 1 x PCI Express x1 slot 2 x PCI slots
Expansion slots Storage Audio USB LAN ASUS special features BIOS features Back Panel I/O Ports
VIA VT8251 South Bridge supports: - 2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66/33 - 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s devices with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD ADI AD1986A SoundMAX 6-channel High Definition Audio CODEC Supports Jack Sensing Technology Supports S/PDIF out interface Supports up to eight USB 2.0 ports Realtek RTL8201CL 10/100M LAN PHY ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS MyLogo ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.x Parallel port 1 x Serial port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x RJ45 port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x 6-Channel Audio I/O port 1 x VGA port
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Internal I/O connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 2 x USB connectors for four additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector CPU/Chassis fan connectors CD audio-in connector Chassis intrusion connector System panel connector Wfm2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, RPL Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS LiveUpdate Utility Anti-Virus software User guide 1 x UltraDMA cable 1 x FDD cable I/0 shield 1 x SATA power cable 1 x SATA signal cable ATX Form Factor: 9.6 in x 9.0 in (24.4 cm x 22.9 cm)
Manageability Support CD contents

Accessories

Form Factor
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

Product introduction

Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS A8V-VM 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.

The motherboard comes with a green standby power LED. This LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode or in softoff mode, and not powered OFF. Unplug the power cable from the power outlet and make sure that the standby power LED is OFF before installing any system component.

SB_PWR

ON Standby Power

OFF Powered Off

A8V-VM Onboard LED

ASUS A8V-VM

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. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below.

1.5.2 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

1.5.3 Motherboard layout

22.9cm (9.0in)

PS/2KBMS KBPWR

T: Mouse B: Keyboard

CPU_FAN

PARALLEL PORT
DDR DIMM_A1(64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_A2(64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B1(64 bit,184-pin module)
DDR DIMM_B2(64 bit,184-pin module)

SOCKET 939

F_USB12

USBPW12 USBPW34

CHA_FAN

PRI_IDE

EATXPWR

ATX12V

Bottom:

USB3 RJ-45 USB4

Realtek

PCIEX1_1

A8V -VM

PCIEX16

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Powe

SUPER I/O AAFP

VIA VT8251

PCI1 PCI2

SATA3 SATA4

SATA2 SATA1

4Mb Flash ROM USBPW78 USBPW56

CHASSIS

SPDIF_OUT

FLOPPY

SEC_IDE
Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In

VIA K8M890

24.5cm (9.6in)
Central Processing Unit (CPU)

1.6.1 Overview

The motherboard comes with a surface mount 939-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon 64FX, AMD Athlon 64, AMD Athlon 64 X2 or AMD Sempron processor. The 128-bit-wide data paths of these processors can run applications faster than processors with only 32-bit or 64-bit wide data paths. Take note of the marked corner (with gold triangle) on the CPU. This mark should match a specific corner on the socket to ensure correct installation.

System memory

1.7.1 Overview
The motherboard comes with four 184-pin Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The following figure illustrates the location of the sockets:
DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2
A8V-VM 184-pin DDR DIMM Sockets
Dual-channel mode Pair 1 Pair 2 Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2
1.7.2 Memory configurations
You may install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets using the memory configuration in this section.
If you install four 1 GB memory modules, the system may detect less than 3 GB of the total memory because of address space allocation for other critical functions. This limitation applies to Windows XP 32-bit version operating system since it does not support Physical Address Extension(PAE). When using one DDR DIMM module, insert it into slot DIMM_B1 only. When using two DDR DIMM modules, insert them into DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 slots. Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. Refer to the DDR400 Qualified Vendors List on the next page for details.

Table 1

Recommended memory configurations
Sockets DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 Populated Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 Populated
Mode DIMM_A1 Single-channel Dual-channel* (1) (1) (2) Populated Populated
* Use only identical DDR DIMM pairs. * For dual-channel configuration (2), you may:
Install an identical DIMM pair in DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1(blue sockets) and the other identical DIMM pair in DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 (black sockets)
DDR400 Qualified Vendors List

DIMM support Component

D3208DH1T-6 HY5DU56822BT-D43 D3208DH1T-6 HY5DU56822BT-D43 D3208DH1T-5 HY5DU12822BT-D43 HY5DU56822BT-D43 D3208DL3T-5A A2S56D30BTP HYB25D512800BE-5B HYB25D256800CE-5C HYB25D512800BE-5B HYB25D256800CE-5C HYB25D256800CE-6C HYB25D256800CE-6C HY5DU56822BT-D43 HY5DU56822BT-D43 HY5DU56822BT-J HY5DU56822BT-J VS32M8-5 2B0409 HYB25D256807BT-5B W942508CH-5 VS32M8-5 2B0402 K4H5608380-TCB3 V58C2256804SAT6 MT46V32M8TG-6TG MT46V32M8TG-6TG MT46V32M8TG-5BG MT46V32M8TG-5BC K4H560838F-TCCC K4H560838F-TCCC K4H560838F-TCB3 K4H560838F-TCB3 DD2508AKTA-5C DD2508AMTA AM3A568AJT-6B K4H560838E-TCCC V58C2256804SAT5B HYB25D256800BT-5B
256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 256MB 1G 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 256MB 512MB 512MB 256MB 256MB 512MB

Vendor

Kingsto Hynix Kingston Hynix Kingston Kingston Hynix Kingston PSC Infineon Infineon Infineon Infineon Infineon Infineon Hynix Hynix Hynix Hynix Value select Infineon Winbond Value select Samsung Mosel Micron Micron Micron Micron Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung Elpida Elpida Apacer Samsung Mosel Infineon

USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND

USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC
6. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
+3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts Ground Ground Ground PSON# Ground -12 Volts +3 Volts

+12V DC GND

A8V-VM ATX Power Connectors
We recommend that you use an ATX 12 V Specification 2.0compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 300 W power rating. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. If you intend to use a PSU with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, make sure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at least 15 A on +12 V and that the PSU has a minimum power rating of 300 W. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up. We recommend that 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.
7. Internal audio connector (4-pin CD) This connector is for the 4-pin audio cable that connects to the audio connector at the back of the optical drive.

CD (black)

Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel
A8V-VM Internal Audio Connector
8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
A8V-VM Digital Audio Connector

SPDIFOUT GND

9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC `97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.

Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 5. The utility returns to the DOS prompt after the BIOS update process is completed. Reboot the system from the hard disk drive.
A:\>afudos /iA8VVM.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19 Copyright (C) 2003 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file.. done Erasing flash. done Search bootblock version: 0% Advance Check. Erasing flash.. done Writing flash.. done Verifying flash. done Please restart your computer
2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 utility
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk that contains the updated BIOS file.
Prepare the motherboard support CD or the floppy disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using this utility. Make sure that you rename the original or updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to A8VVM.ROM.
Recovering the BIOS from a floppy disk
To recover the BIOS from a floppy disk: 1. 2. 3. Turn on the system. Insert the floppy disk with the original or updated BIOS file to the floppy disk drive. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery. Checking for floppy.
When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file.
Bad BIOS checksum. Starting BIOS recovery. Checking for floppy. Floppy found! Reading file A8VVM.ROM. Completed. Start flashing.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!
Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
Recovering the BIOS from the support CD
To recover the BIOS from the support CD: 1. 2. 3. Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive, then turn on the system. Insert the support CD to the optical drive. The utility displays the following message and automatically checks the floppy disk for the original or updated BIOS file.
When no floppy disk is found, the utility automatically checks the optical drive for the original or updated BIOS file. The utility then 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 A8VVM.ROM. Completed. Start flashing.

[11:51:19] [Thu 05/07/2004] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [Disabled] :[ST320413A] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected]
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system time. Enter Tab F1 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Go to Sub Screen Select Field General Help Save and Exit Exit

Sub-menu items

Navigation keys

2.2.2 Menu bar

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main Advanced Power Boot Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For selecting the exit options and loading default settings
To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

2.2.3 Navigation keys

At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.
Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another.

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. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language Primary IDE Master Primary IDE Slave Secondary IDE Master Secondary IDE Slave Third IDE Master Fourth IDE Master IDE Configuration System Information [11:10:19] [Thu 03/27/2003] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [English] :[ST320413A] :[ASUS CD-S340] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] :[Not Detected] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system time.

+Tab F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Change Field Select Field General Help Save and Exit Exit

Main menu items

2.2.5 Sub-menu items
A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a sub-menu. To display the sub-menu, select the item and press <Enter>.
2.2.6 Configuration fields
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is userconfigurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is enclosed in brackets, and is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it then press <Enter> to display a list of options. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window.

Enables or disables PCI Delay Transaction.
AMD CoolN Quiet Configuration
Enables or disables the CoolN Quiet Configuration.
2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration
Configure Win627EHF Super IO Chipset Serial Port Address [2F8/IRQ3] Serial Port Mode [Normal] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [Normal] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7]
Serial Port Address [2F8/IRQ3]
Allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3]
Serial Port Mode [Normal] Allows you to select the Serial Port mode. This item appears only when the Serial Port item is not Disabled. Configuration options: [Normal] [IrDA] [ASK IR]
Parallel Port Address [378]
Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses. Configuration options: [Disabled] [378] [278] [3BC]

Parallel Port Mode [ECP]

Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode. Configuration options: [Normal] [EPP] [ECP] [Bi-Directional]
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]

EPP Version [1.9]

Allows selection of the Parallel Port EPP version. This item appears only when the Parallel Port Mode is set to EPP. Configuration options: [1.9] [1.7]
Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Configuration options: [IRQ5] [IRQ7]

2.4.5 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. Plug And Play O/S [No] PCI Latency Timer [64] Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes] Palette Snooping [Disabled] IRQ-3 assigned to [PCI IRQ-4 assigned to [PCI IRQ-5 assigned to [PCI IRQ-7 assigned to [PCI IRQ-9 assigned to [PCI IRQ-10 assigned to [PCI IRQ-11 assigned to [PCI IRQ-14 assigned to [PCI IRQ-15 assigned to [PCI Device] Device] Device] Device] Device] Device] Device] Device] Device]

Plug and Play O/S [No]

When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]

PCI Latency Timer [64]

Allows you to select the value in units of PCI clocks for the PCI device latency timer register. Configuration options: [32] [64] [96] [128] [160] [192] [224] [248]
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA [Yes]
When set to [Yes], BIOS assigns an IRQ to PCI VGA card if the card requests for an IRQ. When set to [No], BIOS does not assign an IRQ to the PCI VGA card even if requested. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
Palette Snooping [Disabled]
When set to [Enabled], the pallete snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Power menu

The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
Suspend Mode [Auto] Repost Video on S3 Resume [No] ACPI 2.0 Support [No] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] APM Configuration Hardware Monitor
2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto]
Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) state to be used for system suspend. Configuration options: [S1 (POS) Only] [S3 Only] [Auto]
2.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No]
Determines whether to invoke VGA BIOS post on S3/STR resume.
2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [No]
Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. Configuration options: [No] [Yes]
2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller(APIC) mode under Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

2.5.5 APM Configuration

Power Management/APM [Enabled] Power Button Mode [On/Off] Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Advanced Resume Events Controls Power On By Ring [Disabled] Power On By OnBoardLan [Disabled] Power On By PME# [Disabled] Power On By KBC [Enabled] Wake-Up Key [Any Key] Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] Power On By RTC Mouse [Disabled]
Power Management/APM [Enabled]
Enables or disables the Advanced Power Management feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
The following items appear only when the Power Management/APM feature is Enabled.
Power Button Mode[On/Off]
Allows the system to go into On/Off mode or suspend mode when the power button is pressed. Configuration options: [On/Off] [Suspend]

Chassis Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [N/A]
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the chassis, the specific field shows N/A.
VCORE Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators.

Boot menu

The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu.
Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration Security

Enter F1 F10 ESC

Select Screen Select Item Go to Sub-screen General Help Save and Exit Exit
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority
Boot Device Priority 1st Boot Device [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] 2nd Boot Device [PM-ST330620A] 3rd Boot Device [PS-ASUS CD-S360] Boot Device Priority
1st ~ xxth Boot Device [1st Floppy Drive]
Enter Go to Sub-screen These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available F1 General Help devices. The number of device items that appears on F10 screen depends the Save and Exit ESC Exit on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [1st Floppy Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [HDD:xxxxx]
Select Screen Select Item
The following item appears when there are two or more than two harddisk drives in the system.

HARD-DISK Drives

This item specifies the detailed information of each hard-drive including the drives type, the drives name and so on.
2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration
Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Auto] 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.

Quick Boot [Enabled]

Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

AMD CoolnQuiet Drivers

Installs AMD CoolnQuiet Drivers.
VIA ChipSet HyperionPro Driver
Installs VIA ChipSet HyperionPro Driver.
Make VIA RAID Driver Disk
Allows you to create a VIA RAID driver disk.

VIA Onboard VGA Driver

Installs VIA Onboard VGA Driver.

ADI Audio Driver

Installs ADI Audio Driver.

VIA Ethernet Driver

Installs VIA Ethernet Driver.

USB2.0 Driver

Installs USB2.0 Driver.

3.2.3 Utilities menu

The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports.

ASUS CoolnQuiet Utility

Launches the ASUS Cool n Quiet! Technology driver installation wizard.

ASUS PC Probe II

This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition.

ASUS Update

Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website.
Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.

ASUS Screen Saver

Bring life to your computer screen by installing the ASUS screen saver.

ADOBE Acrobat Reader

Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader V5.0 that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF).

Microsoft DirectX

Installs the Microsoft DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft DirectX 9.0c is a multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. DirectX improves the multimedia features of you computer so you can enjoy watching TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in your computer. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for updates.

Anti-virus Utility

The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View the online help for detailed information.

3.2.4 Manual

The Manual menu contains a VIA8251 RAID User Manual. Click the item to open the manual.
3.2.5 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.

Network Cable

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Samsung 22X DVDRW.$49.00

3Com 3c900B Nic.$6.00 Aircruiser PCI Router.$39.00 Intel Gigabit Nic.$29.00 Linksys A+G Wireless.$29.00 MSI Wireless G/Btooth.$39.00 SMC Gigabit PCI 64bit.$25.00 Zyxel Wireless G$29.00
256MB.$25.00 512MB.$29.00 1GB.$49.00
LiteON 22X DVDRW.$39.00 LG 22X DVDRW.$49.00 LiteON Combo Drive.$29.00 Sony DVD Player.$35.00 Pioneer IDE DVDRW.$35.00

PCMCIA USB

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Linksys A+G WPC55AG.$39.00 Trendnet USB Wireless G.$39.00 Encore USB G Adapter.$29.00

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Router / Switch

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ActionTec Wireless.$29.00 Linksys WAP54GP.$169.00 Linksys WRT54G2.$39.00 Netgear WNR834M$65.00 Zyxel 964 Wired.$29.00 Zyxel P-320 Wireless.$39.00 Belkin Wireless G Router.$39.00
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36 Rounded HDD.$6.Rounded HDD.$3.Rounded Floppy.$5.95 SATA Internal.$4.00

Desktop Computers Laptop

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10 A to B.$6.A to Mini B.$5.USB Extension.$7.Active Extension$18.00

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Asus A8N-SLI 939.$69.00 Asus A8V-VM 939.$89.00 Asus K8N4-E 754.$69.00 Asus M2N68 AM2.$79.00

SATA USB

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Firewire

4 Port Firewire PCI.$19.Port Firewire PCMCIA.$29.00
Asus P5GC-MX.$79.00 Intel D915PGN$79.00 Asus P5Q SEII.$129.00 Intel D925XCV$79.00 Intel D955XCS$99.00 Supermicro C2SBE.$189.00

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LPT/Serial
Serial & LPT PCI.$25.00
ATI Radeon 7500.$45.00 EVGA 6200.$69.00 Trident Blade 4X.$6.00
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Dialup

Creative V.92 Modem.$15.00

2WIRE Wireless ModemOUT

Asus 8600GT 512.$189.00 ATI Radeon 7500 512$75.00 ATI X300SE 128.$29.00 GeForce 95000GT$119.00

Benwin USB.$12.00

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