Command

Means that you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: awdflash P5VD2VM.bin
P5VD2-VM/P5V-VM SE DH specifications summary
CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory Expansion slots LGA775 socket for Intel Core2 Duo/Pentium D/ Pentium 4/Celeron D CPU support Supports Intel EIST/EM64T/Hyper-Threading Technology Northbridge: VIA P4M900 Southbridge: VIA VT8237A 1066(support Intel CoreTM 2 Processors only)/800/533 MHz 2 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 4 GB of DDR2 667/533 unbufferred non-ECC memory 1 x PCI Express xx PCI Express xx PCI slots (Note: PCI-E x1 and JMicron JMB363 SATA controller cannot be used simultaneously) Integrated Graphics, up to 256MB shared memory Support max. resolution to 2048 x 1536 (@75Hz) VIA 8237A Southbridge supports: - 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 interfaces for four(4) hard disk devices - 2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD configuration JMicron JMB363 SATA controller supports: - 1 x Internal Serial ATA 3 Gb/s - 1 x External Serial ATA 3 Gb/s (SATA On-the-Go) - RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD configuration (by 1 x External SATA & 1 x Internal SATA) High definition audio, ADI AD1986A SoundMax 5.1-channel CODEC Supports Jack-sensing function Realtek RTL8110SC Gigabit LAN Controller Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 MyLogo
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VGA Storage

Audio LAN USB Special features
Overclocking Features ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 133MHz up to 300MHz at 1MHz increment Fixed PCI-E/SATA frequencies. 1 x Parallel port 1 x External SATA 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (P5VD2-VM) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (P5V-VM SE DH) 1 x VGA port 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 6-Channel Audio I/O ports 4 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.3, DMI 2.0 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE, RPL 2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x COM connector 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x CD/AUX audio-in connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector Chassis intrusion System panel connector mATX from factor: 9.6 in x 8.6 in (24.5 cm x 21.8 cm) Device drivers ASUS PC Probe 2 ASUS Live Update utility Anti-virus software (OEM version)

ASUS DH Remote

The ASUS DH Remote is a convenient PC remote controller that gives users unprecedented control over their PCs from the comfort of their couches. With the touch of a button, users can instantly operate the following functions: Power: Turns the computer on/off. Quick Power: Puts the computer quickly into sleep mode. Noise Off: Reduces the noise coming from the computer. EZ WiFi: Puts the computer quickly into sleep mode but allowing WiFi-AP Solo to still operate. Full Screen: Puts the media application into full screen. AP Launch: Launches the media application. Media Control Zone: Controls the media application.

ASUS MP3-In

A convenient interface between computers and MP3 players, the ASUS MP3-In feature enables MP3 players to connect to PC speakers even when the PC power is off, which means that users can enjoy the sound quality from PC speakers without additional stereo equipment cost. Please refer page 1-35 and ASUS MP3In quick installation guide for details.

(Only for P5V-VM SE DH)

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 to 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. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

Onboard LED

The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.

TS128MLQ64V6J

TS64MLQ64V6J

KLCD48F-A8KB5

KLCC28F-A8KB5

AU01GE667C5KBGC

AU512E667C5KBGC

78.01092.420

BL12864AL664.16FD

BL12864AA663.16FD

BL6464AA663.8FD

M20AD5G3H316I1C52

M20AD5Q3H3163J1C52

EBE51UD8AEFA-6E-E

EBE25UC8ABFA-6E-E

HYMP512U64AP8-Y4

HYMP564U64AP8-Y4

HYMP512U64AP8-Y5

HYMP564U64AP8-Y5

M378T2953CZ0-CE6

Side(s): SS - Single-sided DIMM support:

DS - Double-sided

B - Supports one pair of modules inserted into yellow slots as one pair of Single-channel memory configuration
A - Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory configuration

DDR2-533 MHz capability

256MB Size KINGSTON E5116AF-5C-E Vendor Model N/A Brand Side(s) SS SS KVR533D2N4/256 Component DIMM support V V A B
1024MB KINGSTON 5YDIID9GCT 512MB Qimonda Qimonda
KINGSTON HYB18T512800AF37 HYB18T512160AF-3.7 HYB18T512800AF37 HYB18T512800AF37
1024MB Qimonda 1024MB Hynix Hynix 512MB Hynix
2048MB Qimonda Qimonda Qimonda

HYS64T32000HU-3.7-A

KVR533D2N4/1G

KVR533D2N4/512

HYB18T512800BF37 HY5PS12821F-C4 HY5PS12821F-C4

HYB18T512800BF37

HYB18T5121608BF-3.7

HYB18T1G800AF-3.7

1024MB KINGMAX KINGMAX

1024MB ELPIDA Apacer

1024MB Aeneon

Aeneon

CENTURY
AET93F370A AET93F370A AET93F370A

AET93F370A

E5108AB-5C-E

K4T56083QF-GCD5

5MB22D9DCN

KKEA88E4AAK-37

E5108AE-5C-E

E5116AB-5C-E

HY5PS12821AFP-C3

HY5PS12821FP-C4

N/A N/A N/A

DS DS SS

HYS64T64000HU-3.7-A
HYS64T32000HU-3.7-A HYMP512U648-C4 HYMP564U648-C4

HYS64T64000GU-3.7-B

HYS64T32000HU-3.7-B

HYS64T256020HU-3.7-A

HYS64T128020HU-3.7-A

25V2H8EL5CB4-J43

25V6S8SSD5F4-K43

KLBD48F-A8ME4

KLBC28F-A8KE4

KLBD48F-A8EB4

KLBC28F-A8EB4

78.81077.420

EBE11UD8ABFA-5C-E

EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E

EBE51UD8ABFA-5C

HYMP512U64AP8-C3

HYMP564U64AP8-C3

HYMP512U648-C4

AET660UD00-370A98X AET760UD00-370A98S AET760UD00-370A98Z

AET660UD00-370A98Z

V V V V V V V V V V

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. 2 3

DDR2 DIMM notch

1. 2. 3.
Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

USB56 USB 2.0 connectors

USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module is purchased separately.

USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND

USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC
11. 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 legacy AC 97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
Azalia-compliant pin definition
GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR
Legacy AC97-compliant pin definition

AGND NC NC NC

AAFP Analog front panel connector
PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L
Use a chassis that provides a high-definition audio front panel audio I/O to use the high-definition audio features. The default setting of this connector is legacy AC97 audio, if you want to use the High-Definition (Azalia) audio features, set the Front Panel Support Type in the BIOS to Azalia.
12. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pins labeled Chassis Signal and Ground are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature.

CHASSIS

Chassis intrusion connector ASUS P5VD2-VM/P5V-VM SE DH

(Default)

Chassis Signal GND

+5VSB_MB

13. MP3-In connector (4-pin MP3IN [red]) (Only for P5V-VM SE DH) This connector is for the MP3-In module that allows you to connect your MP3 player to the speakers of the computer. For more information, refer to the MP3-In quick installation guide for details.
Right Audio Channel Ground Ground Left Audio Channel

MP3 connector

The MP3-In module is bundled with the motherboard package. Connect the cable to the MP3IN connector, and enjoy music from computer speakers even when the PC is turned off. Do not plug the MP3-In cable into the Audio-in connector.

Windows 2000 environment

e. Select Create an MS-DOS startup disk from the format options field, then click Start. a. Insert a formatted, high density 1.44 MB floppy disk into the drive. To create a set of boot disks for Windows 2000:
c. Click Start, then select Run. d. From the Open field, type
b. Insert the Windows 2000 CD to the optical drive.
D:\bootdisk\makeboot a: assuming that D: is your optical drive.
e. Press <Enter>, then follow screen instructions to continue. Copy the original or the latest motherboard BIOS file to the bootable floppy disk.

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 DOSbased utility. The EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (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. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk/USB flash disk, then restart the system. You can launch the EZ Flash 2 by two methods.
(1) Insert the floppy disk/USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk drive or the USB port. Press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following.
ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.00 FLASH TYPE: Winbond W39V040C/FC (4Mb) Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: P5VD2-VM BOARD: Unknown VER: 0105 VER: Unknown DATE: 09/13/06 DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: B:
[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch

[B] Backup

[ESC] Exit

[Up/Down/Home/End] Move

(2) Enter BIOS setup program. Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and press <Enter> to enable it.
When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.
You can switch between drives by pressing <Tab> before the correct file is found. Then press <Enter>.
This function can support devices such as USB flash disk, hard disk, or floppy disk with FAT32/16/12 format only. Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

Updating the BIOS

The 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 P5VD2VM.BIN/P5VVMSEDH.BIN and save it to a floppy disk.

1st ~ 4th Boot Device [Hard Disk]
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. 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]

Removable Drives

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Removable Drives Select Menu Item Specific Help

1. Floppy Disks

1. Floppy Disks
Allows you to assign a removable drive attached to the system.

Hard Disk Drives

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Hard Disk Drives Select Menu Item Specific Help

1. Bootable Add-in Cards

1. Bootable Add-in Cards
Allows you to assign bootable add-in cards attached to the system.
Boot Settings Configuration
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Boot Settings Configuration Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to enable or disable.
Case Open Warning Quick Boot Boot Up Floppy Seek Bootup Num-Lock Typematic Rate Setting x Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) x Typematic Delay (Msec) OS Select For DRAM > 64MB Full Screen LOGO Halt On F1:Help ESC: Exit : Select Item : Select Menu
[Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [On] [Disabled] [Non-OS2] [Enabled] [All, But keyboard]
-/+: Change Value Enter: Select Sub-menu
Case Open Warning [Enabled]
Enables or disables the chassis open status feature. Setting to Enabled, clears the chassis open status. Refer to section 1.10.2 Internal connectors for setting details. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Quick 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]
Boot Up Floppy Seek [Disabled]
Enables or disables the chassis open status feature. Setting to Enabled, clears the chassis open status. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

Bootup Num-Lock [On]

Allows you to select the power-on state for the NumLock. Configuration options: [Off] [On]
Typematic Rate Setting [Disabled]
Allows you to set the keystroke rate. Enable this item to configure the Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) and the Typematic Delay (Msec). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

The items Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) and Typematic Delay (Msec) become user-configurable only when the item Typematic Rate Setting is enabled.
Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) [6]
Allows you to select the rate at which a character repeats when you hold a key. Configuration options: [6] [8] [10] [12] [15] [20] [24] [30]
Typematic Delay (Msec) [250]
Allows you to set the delay before keystrokes begin to repeat. Configuration options: [250] [500] [750] [1000]
OS Select for DRAM > 64MB [Non-OS2]
Set this item to OS2 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 above item is set to [Enabled] if you want to use the ASUS MyLogo feature.
Halt On [All, But Keyboard]
Allows you to error report type. Configuration options: [All Errors] [No Errors] [All, But Keyboard] [All, But Diskette] [All, But Disk/Key]

Security

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Select Menu Item Specific Help
Boot Settings Configuration Supervisor Password Clear User Password Clear Password Check [Setup]
Supervisor Password User Password

To set a password:

These fields allow you to set passwords: 1. Select an item then press <Enter>. 2.
Type in a password using a combination of a maximum of eight (8) alphanumeric characters, then press <Enter>.
3. When prompted, confirm the password by typing the exact characters again, then press <Enter>. The password field setting is changed to Set. To clear the password: 1.
Select the password field and press <Enter> twice. The following message appears:
PASSWORD DISABLED !!! Press any key to continue.
Press any key to continue. The password field setting is changed to Clear. A note about passwords The Supervisor password is required to enter the BIOS Setup program preventing unauthorized access. The User password is required to boot the system preventing unauthorized use. Forgot your password? If you forget your password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. The RAM data containing the password information is powered by the onboard button cell battery. If you need to erase the CMOS RAM, refer to section 1.9 Jumpers for instructions.

Password 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]

Tools menu

Advanced Power Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Tools Exit Select Menu Item Specific Help

ASUS EZ Flash 2

Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.
The model name may differ.

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 Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Boot Tools Exit Select Menu Item Specific Help This option save data to CMOS and exiting the setup menu.
Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Load Setup Default Discard Changes
F1:Help ESC: Exit and Exit
Pressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10> from the legend bar to exit.

Exit & Save Changes

Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select YES to save changes and exit.
If you attempt to exit the Setup program without saving your changes, the program prompts you with a message asking if you want to save your changes before exiting. Press <Enter> to save the changes while exiting.
Exit & Discard Changes
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting.

Load Setup Defaults

This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select YES to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM.

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

The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 2-8 for details.

Adobe Reader V7.0

Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader V7.0 that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Formant (PDF).
Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Anti-Virus Utility
Installs the Microsoft DirectX 9.0c driver. The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View the online help for detailed information.

Make Disk menu

The Make Disk menu allows you to make a RAID driver disk.
Make VIA VT8237 RAID Driver Disk
Allows you to create a VIA VT8237 RAID driver disk.0
Make JMicron JMB36X 32/64 bit RAID/AHCI Driver
Allows you to create a JMicron JMB36X RAID driver disk for a 32/64-bit system.

Manuals menu

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.
The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual.
Intel LGA775 CPU install Users Manual VIA VT8237 RAID Users Manual
Allows you to open the Intel LGA775 CPU installation guide. Allows you to open the VIA VT8237 RAID users manual.
JMicron RAID AP Utility User Manual JMicron RAID BIOS User Manual
Allows you to open the JMicron RAID AP users manual. Allows you to open the JMicron RAID BIOS users manual.

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.

Onboard Devices Configuration JMicron RAID controller SATA Controller SATA Controller Mode Ex-SATA/PCI-E*1 Option HDA Controller Onboard LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Serial Port1 Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode ECP Mode Use DMA [IDE] [Enabled] [IDE] [Ex-SATA] [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [378/IRQ7] [Bi-Directional] [3]

2. 3. 4. 5.

Set the JMicron RAID Controller item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. Enter the JMB363 RAID BIOS utility to set up your RAID configuration. Create a JMB363 RAID driver disk for Windows OS installation. See section 3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk for details. Install the JMB363 driver after the Windows OS had been installed.
Entering the JMB363 RAID BIOS utility
1. During POST, press <Ctrl-J> to enter the JBM363 RAID BIOS menu.
JMicron Technology Corp. PCI-to-SATA II/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v0.97 Copyright (C) 2004-2005 JMicron Technology http://www. jmicron.com HDD0 : HDS722516VLSA80 HDD1 : HDS722516DLAGB Non-RAID 164 GB Non-RAID
Press <Ctrl-J> to enter RAID Setup Utility.
The main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu appears.
Use the arrow keys to move the color bar and navigate through the items.
JMicron Technology Corp. PCI-to-SATA II/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v0.97 [Main Menu] Create RAID Disk Drive Delete RAID Disk Drive Revert HDD to Non-RAID Repair Mirror Conflict Save and Exit Setup Exit Without Saving [Hard Disk Drive List] Model Name Capacity Type/Status HDD0:HDS722516VLSAGB Non-RAID HDD1:HDS722516DLAGB Non-RAID

[RAID Disk Drive List]

TAB]-Switch Window []-Select Item

[ENTER]-Action

[ESC]-Exit

Creating a RAID set

1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Create RAID Disk Drive using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>.
[Main Menu] Create RAID Disk Drive Delete RAID Disk Drive Revert HDD to Non-RAID Repair Mirror Conflict Save and Exit Setup Exit Without Saving
2. When the Level item is highlighted, use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set that you want to create.

Members(HDDx) 01

Resetting disks to non-RAID
An HDD that has been previously configured as part of another RAID set in another platform is called a broken RAID HDD. When you install a broken RAID HDD, you cannot select this HDD when configuring a RAID set through the JMB363 utility. If you still want to use this broken RAID HDD as part of the RAID set configured through the JMB363, you may do so by resetting the disk to non-RAID. You will, however, lose all data and previous RAID configurations.
To reset disks to non-RAID:
1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Revert HDD to nonRAID using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>.
2. Use the space bar to select the HDD that you want to reset to nonRAID. 3. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm; otherwise, press <N>.
Pressing <Y> deletes all the data in the HDD.

A selected HDD shows a

sign before it.
Repairing a Mirror conflict
A Mirror conflict occurs when one or both disks in a RAID 1 (Mirror) configuration are unplugged from the system, then plugged in again. Since both disks contain exactly the same data, the system will be unable to determine which of the two is the source drive. This option allows you to set the source drive and rebuild the Mirror drive according to the contents of the source drive. To repair a Mirror conflict:
1. In the main JMB363 RAID BIOS menu, highlight Repair Mirror Conflict using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter>.
2. Use the space bar to select the HDD that you want to set as source drive. 3. Using the <TAB>, move to the RAID Disk Drive List menu and highlight the RAID set that you want to rebuild. Press <Del> to begin rebuilding the Mirror configuration.
JMicron Technology Corp. PCI-to-SATA II/IDE RAID Controller [Main Menu] [Hard Disk Drive List] Create RAID Disk Drive Model Name Capacity Delete RAID Disk Drive HDD0: HDS722516VLSAGB Revert HDD to Non-RAID HDD1: HDS722516DLAGB Repair Mirror Conflict Save and Exit Setup Exit Without Saving BIOS v0.97 Type/Status RAID Inside RAID Inside

The selected HDD shows a

A status bar at the bottom of the screen shows the progress of the rebuilding.
[RAID Disk Drive List] Model Name RDD0: JRAID

RAID Level 1-Mirror

Capacity XXX GB

Status Rebuild

Rebuilding. 01%, please wait.
Saving the settings and exiting setup
When you have finished, highlight Save & Exit Setup using the up/down arrow key then press <Enter> to save the current RAID configuration and exit the JMB363 RAID BOS utility. A dialogue box appears to confirm the action. Press <Y> to confirm; otherwise, press <N> to return to the JMB RAID BIOS menu.

Creating a RAID driver disk
A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows 2000/XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. To create a VIA RAID driver disk: 1. 2. When the Make disk menu appears, click Make VIA VT8237 RAID Driver Disk to create a VIA VT8237 RAID driver disk Browse the contents of the support CD to locate the driver disk utility and go to \Drivers\VIA 4 in 1 Chipset Driver for the VIA RAID driver disk utility
Refer to section 3.2.2 Drivers menu for details.
Place the motherboard support CD into the CD-ROM drive.
4. Follow succeeding screen information to complete process. 5. To create a JMicron RAID driver disk: 1.
Insert floppy disk to floppy disk drive.
Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection. Place the motherboard support CD into the CD-ROM drive.
4. Follow succeeding screen information to complete process. 5. To install the RAID driver: 1. 2. 3.
2. When the Make disk menu appears, click Make JMicron JMB36X 32/64 bit RAID/AHCI Driver to create a JMicron JMB363 RAID driver disk. Insert floppy disk to floppy disk drive.
Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection.
During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver.
Press <F6> then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation.

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.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

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. This chapter 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. Chapter 2: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Chapter 3: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support CD 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 products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. D A N G E R / W A R N I N G : Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. C A U T I O N : Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. I M P O R T A N T : Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. N O T E : Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Typography

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select Used to emphasize a word or a phrase Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key <Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+) Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

PCI Express interface

The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications.
Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology
The motherboard built with JMicron JMB363 SATA controller supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. The external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents on external devices. See pages 1-27 and 1-30 for details.

Dual RAID solution

The onboard VIA VT8237A chipset allows RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD configuration for two SATA connectors, and JMicron JMB363 SATA controller also supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD.

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 with USB 1.1. See pages 1-25 and 1-33 for details.
S/PDIF digital sound ready
The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the S/PDIF interface at midboard. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio and speaker systems. See page 1-31 for details.
6-channel high definition audio
Onboard is the ADI AD1986A High Definition Audio 6-channel audio CODEC. This CODEC is fully-compliant with Intel High Definition Audio standard (192 KHz, 24-bit audio). With the CODEC, 6-channel audio ports, and S/ PDIF interfaces, you can connect your computer to home theater decoders to produce crystal-clear digital audio.

10/100 Mbps LAN Supports

The motherboard supports the Realtek RTL8201CL 10/100 Mbps LAN controller, providing easy connectivity to your network or broadband connection with the onboard LAN port.

Innovative ASUS features

CrashFree BIOS 2
This feature allows you to restore the original BIOS data from the support CD in case when the BIOS codes and data are corrupted. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. See details on page 2-9.

ASUS EZ Flash BIOS

With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a floppy disk. See page 2-6 for details.

ASUS Q-Fan technology

The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the system loading to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
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. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter.
ASUS Digital Home for P5V-VM DH special features

(Only for P5V-VM DH)

ASUS WiFi-AP Solo
The ASUS WiFi-AP Solo allows a new level of versitility for your PC, enabling it to create a complete wireless home network in either AP or wirelesss client mode. Users will be able to play LAN games, connecting to the Internet, access and share printers, and use Skype from anywhere within range. The ASUS WiFi-AP Solo can provide these functions even when the PC is in sleep mode, so users can use Skype as a true replacement for tradition long distance telephone service. WiFi-AP Solo is an on-board feature, which means that users will save the extra WiFi-AP cost.

ASUS DH Remote

The ASUS DH Remote is a convenient PC remote controller that gives users unprecedented control over their PCs from the comfort of their couches. With the touch of a button, users can instantly operate the following functions: r: P o w e r Turns the computer on/off. Q u i c k P o w e r Puts the computer quickly into sleep mode. r: f: N o i s e O f f Reduces the noise coming from the computer. E Z W i F ii: Puts the computer quickly into sleep mode but allowing WiFi-AP Solo to still operate. n: F u l l S c r e e n Puts the media application into full screen. h: A P L a u n c h Launches the media application. e: M e d i a C o n t r o l Z o n e Controls the media application.

ASUS MP3-In

A convenient interface between computers and MP3 players, the ASUS MP3-In feature enables MP3 players to connect to PC speakers even when the PC power is off, which means that users can enjoy the sound quality from PC speakers without additional stereo equipment cost. Please refer page 1-35 and ASUS MP3-In quick installation guide for details.

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 to 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. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the p o w e r c o r d i s d e t a c h e d f r o m t h e p o w e r s u p p l y. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

Onboard LED

The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.

SB_PWR

ON Standby Power

OFF Powered Off

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.

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.

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
P5VD2-MX/P5V-VM DH Motherboard layout

21.8cm (8.6in)

CPU_FAN

PARALLEL PORT

LGA775

USBPW34 USBPW12

ATX12V

PRI_IDE

FLOPPY

CHASSIS

DDR2 DIMM1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM2 (64 bit,240-pin module)

Super I/O

PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard
Top:Line In Center:Line Out Below:Mic In

VIA P4M890

SATA_A USB9 WIFI

EATXPWR

LAN_USB34

PCIEX16

JMicron JMB363

RTL8201CL

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power

AUX CHA_FAN

PCI1 PCI2

VIA VT8237A

SATA2 SATA1 USBPW56 USB56 USBPW78 USB78 CLRTC SB_PWR PANEL

SPDIF_OUT AAFP MP3IN

The USB9 port, WIFI connecotr, and MP3IN connector are only for P5V-VM DH. USB1 and USB2 ports are only for P5VD2-MX.

4Mb BIOS

SEC_IDE

24.5cm (9.6in)

Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel Core2 Duo/Pentium D/ Pentium 4/Celeron processor in the 775-land package.
Your boxed Intel Core2 Duo/Pentium D/Pentium 4/Celeron LGA775 processor package should come with installation instructions for the CPU, fan and heatsink assembly. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket pins are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket pins/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket pins resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/ loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

1.8.6 slot

PCI Express x16
This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI Express specifications. The figure shows a graphics card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot.

Jumpers

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. 2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Remove the onboard battery. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. Re-install the battery. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. Hold down the <Del> 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!

4. 5. 6.

Normal (Default) CLEAR

Clear RTC RAM

You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values.
Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you press a key on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.

+5V (Default)

Keyboard power setting
USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in reduced power mode). The USBPWR12 and USBPWR34 jumpers are for the rear USB ports. The USBPWR56 and USBPWR78 jumper is for the internal USB connectors that you can connect to additional USB ports.

USBPW56 USBPW782 2

USB device wake-up

Default for P5VD2-MX

Status +5VSB +5V USBPW12 USBPW32 USBPW56 USBPW78

Default for P5V-VM DH

Status +5VSB +5V USBPW12 USBPW32 USBPW56 USBPW78 -
USB1 and USB2 ports are only for P5VD2-MX. USB9 port is only for P5V-VM DH. For P5V-VM DH, USBPW12 jumper controls USB 9 port.

Jmicron Serial ATA RAID connector (7-pin SATA_A) This connector is for a Serial ATA signal cable for a Serial ATA hard disk drive that you can combine with an external Serial ATA 3 Gb/s device to configure a RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD set through the onboard Jmicron SATA RAID controller.

SATA_A

SATA RAID connector
Do not remove/unplug external SATA devices when running under RAID mode. 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction
CPU and Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350mA~740mA (8.88W max.) or a total of 1A~2.22A (26.64W 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. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors.

CHA_FAN Fan connectors

Rotation +12V GND
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.

SPDIF_OUT

GND SPDIFOUT
Digital audio connector The S/PDIF out module is purchased separately.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for an ATX power supply. 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.
Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot up. Use a PSU with a minimum power rating of 300 W on this motherboard. Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

GND +12V DC

GND +3 Volts +12V DC -12 Volts Ground PSON# Ground Ground Ground -5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts Ground +3 Volts +3 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts Ground Power OK +5V Standby +12 Volts +12 Volts +3 Volts

ATX power connectors

Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

Chassis Signal GND

(Default)
Chassis intrusion connector

+5VSB_MB

1 3. MP3-In connector (4-pin MP3IN [red]) (Only for P5V-VM DH) This connector is for the MP3-In module that allows you to connect your MP3 player to the speakers of the computer. For more information, refer to the MP3_In quick installation guide for details.

MP3 connector

The MP3-In module is bundled with the motherboard package. Connect the cable to the MP3IN connector, and enjoy music from computer speakers even when the PC is turned off. Do not plug the MP3-In cable into the Audio-in connector.
1 4. System panel connector (20-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

PLED+ PLED-

SPEAKER
+5V Ground Ground Speaker PWR Ground

IDE_LED+ IDE_LED

IDE_LED

RESET PWRSW

* Requires an ATX power supply.

System panel connector

The sytem panel connector is color-coded for easy connection. Refer to the connector description below for details.
System power LED (Green 3-pin PLED) This 3-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. Hard disk drive activity LED (Red 2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. System warning speaker (Orange 4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. Power/Soft-off button (Yellow 2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system ON or puts the system in SLEEP or SOFT-OFF mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. Reset button (Blue 2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power.

Reset Ground

This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

BIOS setup

Managing and updating your BIOS

The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. 2. 3. 4. A S U S U p d a t e (Updates the BIOS in Windows environment.) A S U S E Z F l a s h (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.) A w a r d B I O S F l a s h U t i l i t y (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.) A S U S C r a s h F r e e B I O S 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the motherboard support CD when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.)
Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or Award BIOS Flash utilities.

ASUS Update utility

The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: Save the current BIOS file Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and View the BIOS version information.
This utility is available in the support CD that comes with the motherboard package.
ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Installing ASUS Update

To install ASUS Update: 1. 2. 3. Place the support CD in the optical drive. The D r i v e r s menu appears. Click the U t i l i t i e s tab, then click I n s t a l l A S U S U p d a t e X. V X. X X. X X See page 3-4 for the U t i l i t i e s screen menu. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system.
Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS setup
Updating the BIOS through the Internet
To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking e. S t a r t > P r o g r a m s > A S U S > A S U S U p d a t e > A S U S U p d a t e The ASUS Update main window appears.

Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file to the floppy disk drive then press <Enter>. The following screen appears.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-P5VD2-MX-00 DATE: 04/13/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program:

Message: Please wait.

When the correct BIOS file is found, EZ Flash performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.
Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

Updating the BIOS

The 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 P 5 V D 2 - M X. B I N and save it to a floppy disk.
Save only the updated BIOS file in the floppy disk to avoid loading the wrong BIOS file.

2. 3. 4.

Copy the AwardBIOS Flash Utility (awdflash.exe) from the Software folder of the support CD to the floppy disk with the latest BIOS file. Boot the system in DOS mode using the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. When the A : > appears, replace the bootable floppy disk with the floppy disk containing the new BIOS file and the Award BIOS Flash Utility. At the prompt, type a w d f l a s h then press <Enter>. The Award BIOS Flash Utility screen appears.
Message: Please input File Name!
Type the BIOS file name in the F i l e N a m e t o P r o g r a m field, then press <Enter>.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-P5VD2-MX-00 DATE: 04/13/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 0104.bin
Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N)
Press <N> when the utility prompts you to save the current BIOS file. The following screen appears. The utility verifies the BIOS file in the floppy disk and starts flashing the BIOS file.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-P5VD2-MX-00 DATE: 04/13/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 0104.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK
109876543210987654321098765432

Write OK

No Update
Warning: Dont Turn Off Power Or Reset System!
Do not turn off or reset the system during the flashing process!
The utility displays a Flashing Complete message indicating that you have successfully flashed the BIOS file. Remove the floppy disk then press <F1> to restart the system.
AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved For NF-CK804-P5VD2-MX-00 DATE: 04/13/2006 Flash Type - PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: 0104.bin Flashing Complete Press <F1> to Continue

F1 Reset

321 321

Write Fail

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 P 5 V D 2 M X. R O M / P 5 V - V M D H. R O M M.
To use CrashFree BIOS2 feature on motherboards with onboard VGA, you will not see the screen display when the BIOS crashes even when you reboot the system. Install a graphics card into the expansion slot before rebooting the computer to display BIOS recovery message.
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 P5VD2MX.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 P5VD2MX.ROM. Completed. Start flashing.
The recovered BIOS may not be the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file.

BIOS setup program

This motherboard supports a programmable firmware 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. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future. For example, you can enable the security password feature or change the power management settings. This requires you to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM of the firmware hub. The firmware hub on the motherboard stores the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You can also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Do this last option only if the first two failed. The Setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. Being a menu-driven program, it lets you scroll through the various sub-menus and make your selections from the available options using the navigation keys.

SATA 1/2

While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the SATA device information.
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Main SATA 1 Extended IDE Drive Access Mode Capacity Cylinder Head Landing Zone Sector [Auto] [Auto] 0 MB Select Menu Item Specific Help Selects the type of fixed disk connected to the system.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Capacity, Cylinder, Head, Landing Zone and Sector). These values are not user-configurable. These items show 0 if no SATA device is installed in the system.

Extended Drive [Auto]

Selects the type of fixed disk connected to the system. Configuration options: [None] [Auto]
Sets the sector addressing mode. Configuration options: [Large] [Auto]

Chapter 2: BIOS Setup

Landing Zone
Shows the number of landing zone per track. This item is not configurable.
HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled]
Allows you to enable or disable the HDD Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

2.3.7 2.3.8

Installed Memory [xxx MB] Usable Memory [XXX MB]
Shows the size of installed memory.
Shows the size of usable memory.

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.
Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Power Boot Exit Select Menu Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to set.
CPU Configuration Chipset PCIPnP Onboard Device Configuration USB Configuration

CPU Configuration

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility Advanced CPU Configuration Select Menu Item Specific Help DRAM timing and control
CPU Type Intel Genuine Processor CPU Speed 3.20GHz Cache RAM 1024K Current FSB Frequency 200MHz Delay Prior to Thermal [4 Min] Thermal Management TM 1 Limit CPUID MaxVal [Disabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] CPU L1 & L2 Cache [Enabled]

Support CD information

The support CD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.

Running the support CD

Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Click an icon to display support CD/ motherboard information

Click an item to install

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Doubleclick the ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.

Drivers menu

The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.

VIA 4 in 1 Drivers

Installs the VIA 4 in 1 Drivers.
VIA/S3G UniChrome Family Display Driver
Installs the VIA/S3G UniChrome Family Display Driver.
The VIA/S3G UniChrome Family Display Driver item appears only when you use onboard VGA.
SoundMAX ADI1986A Audio Driver
Executes the wizard to install the SoundMAX ADI1986A audio driver and application.
JMicron JMB36X RAID Controller Driver
Installs the JMB36X RAID Driver and the utility.
Realtek RTL8187 Wireless Ethernet Driver
Installs the Realtek RTL8187 Wireless Ethernet driver for the optional wireless LAN module.

VIA Ethernet Driver

Installs the VIA Ethernet Driver.

USB 2.0 Driver

Installs the USB 2.0 driver.

Utilities menu

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

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

The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in a Windows environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 2-8 for details.

ASUS Screen Saver

Bring life to your computer screen by installing the ASUS Screen Saver.
ASUS DH Remote (For P5V-VM DH only) Adobe Reader V7.0
Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader V7.0 that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Formant (PDF).

If you want to boot the system from a hard disk drive included in a RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support CD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to a selected hard disk drive. Refer to section 3.4 Creating a RAID driver disk for details.

Installing hard disks

The motherboard supports RAID function on Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array.
Installing Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks
To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. 2. 3. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. Connect the SATA signal cables. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive.
Refer to the RAID controllers user manual in the motherboard support CD for detailed information on RAID configurations. See section 3.2.5 Manuals menu.
Entering VIA Tech RAID BIOS Utility
1. Boot-up your computer. 2. During POST, press <Tab> to enter VIA RAID configuration utility. The following menu options will appear.
The RAID BIOS information on the setup screen shown below is for reference only. What you see on your screen may not exactly match what is shown here.

Create Array

From the VIA RAID BIOS utility main menu, select Create Array then press <Enter>. The main menu items on the upper-left corner of the screen are replaced with create array menu options.
VIA Tech. VT8251 Series SATA RAID BIOS Ver 1.xx Auto Setup For Data Security Array Mode RAID 1 (Mirroring) Select Disk Drives Start Create Process Create a RAID array with the hard disks attached to VIA RAID controller F1 : , : Enter: ESC : View Array/Disk Status Move to next item Confirm the selection Exit

Channel

Drive Name
Array NameMode Size(GB)Status ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX ARRAY 0 SATA 999.99 XXXXXXX
Serial_Ch0 Master XXXXXXXXXXX Serial_Ch1 Master XXXXXXXXXXX

RAID 0 for performance

1. From the create array menu, select Array Mode, then press <Enter>. The supported RAID configurations appear on a pop-up menu.
RAID 0 for performance RAID 1 for data protection RAID SPAN for capacity