Asus P5V-VM Ultra - User's Manual PDF
Asus P5V-VM Ultra - User's Manual PDF
P5V-VM
Ultra
User Guide
E2589
First Edition
September 2006
ii
Contents
Notices............................................................................................. vi
Safety information........................................................................... vii
P5V-VM Ultra specifications summary............................................viii
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Contents
Chapter 2: BIOS Information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.......................................2-2
2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk................................2-2
2.1.2 Using AFUDOS to copy the current BIOS................2-2
2.1.3 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS.........................2-3
2.1.4 Recovering the BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 2.........2-5
2.1.5 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS..............2-7
2.2 BIOS Setup program............................................................2-8
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen...................................................2-9
2.2.2 Menu bar..................................................................2-9
2.2.3 Navigation keys........................................................2-9
2.2.4 Menu items.............................................................2-10
2.2.5 Sub-menu items.....................................................2-10
2.2.6 Configuration fields................................................2-10
2.2.7 Pop-up window.......................................................2-10
2.2.8 Scroll bar................................................................2-10
2.2.9 General help...........................................................2-10
2.3 Main menu..........................................................................2-11
2.3.1 System Time .........................................................2-11
2.3.2 System Date . ........................................................2-11
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A/B...............................................2-11
2.3.4 Primary, Secondary, Third, Fourth IDE Master/Slave....2-12
2.3.5 IDE Configuration...................................................2-13
2.3.6 System Information................................................2-14
2.4 Advanced menu..................................................................2-15
2.4.1 CPU Configuration.................................................2-15
2.4.2 Chipset...................................................................2-16
2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration.............................2-23
2.4.4 PCI PnP..................................................................2-24
2.5 Power menu........................................................................2-25
2.5.1 ACPI 2.0 Support...................................................2-25
2.5.2 ACPI APIC Support................................................2-25
2.5.3 APM Configuration.................................................2-26
2.5.4 Hardware Monitor...................................................2-28
2.6 Boot menu..........................................................................2-29
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority................................................2-30
2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration...................................2-31
2.6.3 Security..................................................................2-32
2.7 Exit menu............................................................................2-33
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Contents
Chapter 3: Software Support
3.1 Installing an operating system..............................................3-2
3.2 Support CD information........................................................3-2
3.2.1 Running the support CD...........................................3-2
3.2.2 Drivers menu............................................................3-3
3.2.3 Utilities menu............................................................3-3
3.2.4 Make disk menu.......................................................3-5
3.2.5 Manuals menu..........................................................3-5
3.2.6 ASUS contact information........................................3-6
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. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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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 can interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Set your power supply 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.
Operational 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 can get 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.
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P5V-VM Ultra Specifications Summary
CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo /
Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D Processors
Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors
Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST),
and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
Chipset Northbridge: ����������
VIA P4M890
Southbridge: �����������
VIA VT8237A
System bus 1066/800/533 MHz
Memory 2 x 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets for up to 2 GB unbuffered
DDR2 533 DRAM memory
Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot for discrete graphics card
1 x PCI Express x1
2 x PCI slots
Storage VIA VT8237A����������������������
SouthBridge supports:
- 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 for four IDE devices
- 2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD
configurations
Audio Realtek® ALC660 6-channel CODEC
LAN Realtek® RTL8201CL 10/100M LAN PHY
USB 2.0 Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 ports
Rear panel I/O ports 1 x Parallel port
1 x Serial port
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x VGA port
1 x Audio I/O port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
Internal I/O connectors 2 x USB connectors support four additional USB ports
1 x 24-pin ATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x CD audio in connector
1 x Speaker out connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
CPU/Chassis fan connectors
1 x System panel connector
viii
P5V-VM Ultra Specifications Summary
BIOS features 4Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI
2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo
ASUS special features CPU Lock Free
CPU Multiplier
ASUS MyLogo
ASUS EZ Flash
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2
Manageability WOR by PME, WOL by PME, WOR by Ring
Support CD Device drivers
ASUS PC Probe II
ASUS Update
VCT (Virtual Cable Tester)
Form factor MicroATX 9.6” x 7.2”VCT (24.5cm x 19.2cm)
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Chapter 1
Product Introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying the ASUS ® P5V-VM Ultra motherboard!
The ASUS P5V-VM Ultra 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.
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the LGA775
package. With the new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1066 /
800 MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy
efficient CPU in the world.
USB 2.0 is the latest connectiviity standard for next generation components and
peripherals.Backwards compatible with current USB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0
delivers transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480MB/s, for easy connectivity.
CrashFree BIOS 2
Whenever BIOS gets corrupted, ASUS CrashFree BIOS2 allows users to
reboot the computer and perform an smart auto-recovery procedure through the
motherboard support CD. See page 2-5.
ASUS MyLogo™
This feature allows you to personalize and add style to your system with
customizable boot logos. See pages 2-31.
• 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.
• 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.
SB_PWR
P5V-VM
ULTRA
ON OFF
Standby Powered
Power Off
PS2_USB_PWR
PS/2KBMS
T: Mouse
B: Keyboard
CPU_FAN
ATX12V
COM1
EATXPWR
CHA_FAN
DDR2 DIMM1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
PARALLEL PORT
LGA775
VGA1
PRI_IDE
USB12
P5V-VM
24.4cm(9.6in)
ULTRA
VIA
P4M890
LAN_USB34
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
Top:Line In
Center:Line Out
REALTEK
Below:Mic In
PCIEX16
SEC_IDE
SUPER I/O
PCIEX1_1
VIA
SATA1
SATA2
VT8237A
AAFP 4Mb PCI1
BIOS
SB_PWR
USB78
SPEAKER
CD
PCI2
F_PANEL
ALC660 USB56
FLOPPY CLRTC
P5V-VM
ULTRA
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the socket box is facing towards you
and the load lever is on your left.
B
This side of the cam
box should face you.
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you
are installing a CPU.
Load plate
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the
socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced
Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology
(EIST), and Hyper‑Threading Technology.
If you install a dual-core CPU, make sure to connect the chassis fan cable to
CHA_FAN connector for system stability.
• Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan
and heatsink assembly
• When you buy a boxed Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium®
D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D LGA775 processor, the packageincludes
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 I Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 /
Celeron® D LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin
design and requires no tool to install.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that
a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU
before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
Fastener
Motherboard hole
Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove directed
outward.
A B B
B A
3. When the fan and heatsink assembly is in place, connect the CPU fan cable
to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
CPU_FAN
Rotation
+12V
GND
P5V-VM
ULTRA
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors
can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
B A
DIMM2
DIMM
128 Pins
P5V-VM
ULTRA
112 Pins
Obtain DDR DIMMs only from qualified vendors for better system performance.
DIMM support
Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component A* B*
256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 Elpida SS E5116AB-5C-E • •
256MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/256 Elpida SS E5116AF-5C-E • •
512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 Hynix DS HY5PS56821 • •
512MB Kingston KVR533D2N4/512 Infineon SS HYB18T512800AF3733336550 • •
1G Kingston KVR533D2N4/1G Kingston DS D6408TE7BL-37 • •
1G Kingston KVR533D2N4/1G Micron DS 5YD11D9GCT • •
256MB Samsung M378T3253FG0-CD5 Samsung SS K4T56083QF-GCD5 • •
512MB Samsung M378T6553BG0-CD5 Samsung SS K4T51083QB-GCD5 • •
256MB Infineon HYS64T32000HU-3.7-A Infineon SS HYB18T512160AF-3.7AFSS31270 • •
512MB Infineon HYS64T64000GU-3.7-A Infineon SS HYB18T512800AC37SSS11511 • •
512MB Infineon HYS64T64000HU-3.7-A Infineon SS HYB18T512800AF37FSS29334 • •
512MB Infineon HYS64T64000HU-3.7-A Infineon SS HYB18T512800AF37SSS12079 • •
512MB Micron MT 16HTF6464AG-53EB2 Micron DS D9BOM • •
512MB Micron MT 16HTF6464AG-53EB2 Micron DS Z9BQT • •
1G Micron MT 16HTF12864AY-53EA1 Micron DS D9CRZ • •
512MB Corsair VS512MB533D2 Corsair DS MIII0052532M8CEC • •
512MB Elpida EBE51UD8ABFA-5C-E Elpida SS E5108AB-5C-E • •
512MB Kingmax KLBC28F-A8KB4 Kingmax SS KKEA88B4IAK-37 • •
256MB Kingmax KLBB68F-36EP4 Elpida SS E5116AB-5C-E • •
512MB Kingmax KLBC28F-A8EB4 Elpida SS E5108AE-5C-E • •
512MB PQI MEAB-323LA PQI SS D2-E04180W025 • •
1G PQI MEAB-423LA PQI DS D2-E04230W107 • •
512MB AENEON AET660UD00-370A98Z AENEON SS AET93F370A G 0513 • •
256MB AENEON AET560UD00-370A98Z AENEON SS AET94F370AWVV34635G0520 • •
512MB AENEON AET660UD00-370A98Z AENEON SS AET93F370A 3VV36328G 0522 • •
512MB AENEON AET660UD00-370A98X AENEON SS AET93F370A 0518 • •
512MB AENEON AET660UD00-370A88S AENEON DS AET82F370A 0550 • •
1G AENEON AET760UD00-370A98Z AENEON DS AET93F370A 0551 • •
2G AENEON AET860UD00-370A08X AENEON DS AET03F370AFVV26176G 0542 • •
Legend:
A - Supports one module inserted into either slot as a Single-channel memory
configuration.
B - Supports two pairs of modules inserted into either the yellow slot or the black slot.
SS - Single-sided
DS - Double-sided
Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest DDR2 533 Qualified
Vendors List.
To install a DIMM: 2
DDR2 DIMM notch
3
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket
such that the notch on the DIMM
matches the break on the socket. 1
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the DIMM
is properly seated.
• A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. Do
not force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.
• The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR
DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.
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. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it
and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed
in a chassis).
3. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw
for later use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
6. Replace the system cover.
1. Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See
Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup.
2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page.
3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card.
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support
“Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments; otherwise,
conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable
and the card inoperable.
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the CLRTC
jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!
P5V-VM
ULTRA
CLRTC
1 2 2 3
PS2_USB_PWR
1 2 2 3
+5V +5VSB
(Default)
P5V-VM
ULTRA
• The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide
500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port; otherwise, the system would
not power up.
• The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability
(+5VSB) whether under normal condition or in sleep mode.
1 2 3
11 10 9 8 7
1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This 6-pin port is for a PS/2 mouse.
2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices.
3. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub.
4. Line In port. This Line In (light blue) port connects a tape player or other
audio sources. In 4 or 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Back
Surround.
5. Line Out port. This Line Out (lime) port connects a headphone or a speaker.
In 4 or 6-channel mode, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
6. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. In 6-channel
mode, the function of this port becomes Center/LFE.
The functions of the Line Out, Line In, and Microphone ports change when you
select the 4 or 6-channel audio configuration as shown in the following table.
P5V-VM
ULTRA
FLOPPY
NOTE: Orient the red markings on
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.
PIN1
P5V-VM ULTRA
Floppy Disk Drive Connector
• Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the
Ultra DMA cable connector. This prevents incorrect insertion when you
connect the IDE cable.
• Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices.
P5V-VM
ULTRA
SEC_IDE
PIN 1
CD
(black)
P5V-VM
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air
flow within the system can damage the motherboard components. These are
not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!
CPU_FAN
Rotation
+12V
GND
P5V-VM
CHA_FAN
ULTRA
Rotation
+12V
GND
• Do not forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug; otherwise, the
system does not boot up.
• Make sure that your ATX 12V power supply can provide 12A on the +12V
lead and at least 1A on the +5-volt standby lead (+5VSB). The minimum
recommended wattage is 300 W, or 350 W for a fully configured system.
The system can become unstable or will not boot up if the power is
inadequate.
EATXPWR
+3 Volts Ground
+12 Volts +5 Volts
+12 Volts +5 Volts
+5V Standby +5 Volts
Power OK -5 Volts
P5V-VM
ULTRA
ATX12V Ground Ground
+5 Volts Ground
+12V DC +12V DC Ground Ground
GND GND +5 Volts PSON#
Ground Ground
+3 Volts -12 Volts
+3 Volts +3 Volts
P5V-VM ULTRA ATX Power Connectors
SPEAKER
P5V-VM
ULTRA
Speaker Out
GND
GND
+5V
1
P5V-VM
ULTRA
SATA1 SATA2
GND GND
RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXN2
RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXP2
GND GND
RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXN2
RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXP2
GND GND
This interface for the front panel audio cable allows convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
AAFP
Azalia
compliant definition
SENSE1_RETUR
SENSE2_RETUR
PRESENCE#
P5V-VM
ULTRA
GND PORT1 L
PORT1 R
PORT2 R
SENSE_SEND
PORT2 L
P5V-VM ULTRA
Analog Front Panel Connector
NEVER connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage
the motherboard!
P5V-VM
USB_P6+
USB_P6 -
USB_P8+
USB_P8-
USB+5V
ULTRA
USB+5V
USB78 USB56
GND
GND
NC
NC
1 1
USB+5V
USB_P5-
USB_P5+
GND
USB+5V
USB_P7-
USB_P7+
GND
PLED PWRSW
GND Reset
PWR Ground
PLED- IDELED-
PLED+ IDELED+
1
BIOS Information
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. AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.)
2. ASUS EZ Flash (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk during POST.)
3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk or the
motherboard support CD).
Refer to the corresponding section for each utility.
• 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 AFUDOS utility.
• Refer to the system builder’s website for details about updating the BIOS.
A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading flash ..... 0x0008CC00 (9%)
2. The utility will copy the current system BIOS by default to the floppy disk. Make
sure that the floppy disk is not write-protected and has enough space (at least
600KB) to store the file.
A:\>afudos /oMYBIOS03.rom
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading flash ..... done
A:\>
When the BIOS copy process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt.
1. Download the latest BIOS file from the website provided by the system builder.
Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS
file name at the prompt.
2. Copy the AFUDOS.EXE utility from the support CD to the bootable floppy disk
that contains the BIOS file.
3. Boot the system from the floppy disk.
The BIOS information on the screen is for reference only. What you see on your
screen may not be exactly the same as shown.
A:\>afudos /iP5V-VM.rom
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading file ..... done
Erasing flash .... done
Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%)
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can
cause system boot failure!
When the BIOS update process is complete, the utility returns to the DOS prompt.
A:\>afudos /iP5V-VM.rom
AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.10
Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved.
Reading file ..... done
Erasing flash .... done
Writing flash .... 0x0008CC00 (9%)
Verifying flash .. done
A:\>
When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted
BIOS file.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can
cause system boot failure!
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
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.
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can
cause system boot failure!
4. Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process.
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.
• If there is no floppy disk in the drive, the error message “Floppy not found!” appears.
• If the correct BIOS file is not found in the floppy disk, the error message
“P5VVMUT.ROM not found!” is displayed.
4. Insert the floppy disk that contains the BIOS file. If the P5VVMUT.ROM file
is found in the floppy disk, 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! Doing so can
cause system boot failure!
This motherboard supports a programmable Low Pin Count (LPC) 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 make changes to 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 LPC chip.
The LPC chip 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.
To enter Setup after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>,
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 fail.
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 among the predetermined choices.
Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen
items and how to navigate through them.
The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device,
Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA, Ultra DMA, and
SMART monitoring). These values are not user-configurable. These items show
N/A if no IDE device is installed in the system.
Type [Auto]
Selects the type of IDE drive.
Configuration options: [Auto] [Not Installed] [CDROM] [ARMD]
AMI BIOS
Version : 0301
Build Date : 08/29/06
Processor
Type : Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 2.66GHz
Speed : 2666 MHz
Count : 1
System Memory
Usable Size : 192MB
AMI BIOS
Displays the auto-detected BIOS information.
Processor
Displays the auto-detected CPU specification
System Memory
Displays the auto-detected system memory.
Configure CPU.
USB Configuration
CPU Configuration
Chipset
Onboard Devices Configuration
PCIPnP
←→ Select Screen
↑↓ Select Item
Enter Go to Sub Screen
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
USB Configuration
The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the
auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.
Do not disable the BIOS EHCI Hand-Off option if you are running a
Windows® operating system with USB device.
Options for NB
NorthBridge VIA P4M890 Configuration
SouthBridge VIA VT8237A Configuration
NorthBridge Configuration
Options for NB
DRAM Clock/Timing Configuration
AGP & P2P Bridge Configuration
V-Link & PCI Bus Configuration
The following item appears when the DRAM Timing item is set to [Manual].
←→ Select Screen
↑↓ Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
CPU Temperature
CPU Temperature [77.5°C/171.5°F]
The hidden option Removable Drives will display if any removable boot device
is detected.
←→ Select Screen
↑↓ Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
2.6.3 Security
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select
an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options.
←→ Select Screen
↑↓ Select Item
Enter Change
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
The message “Password Installed” appears after you successfully set your
password. The Supervisor Password item now shows “Installed”. To change the
supervisor password, follow the same steps as in setting a user password.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then
press Enter. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.
To clear the supervisor password, select the Change Supervisor Password then
press Enter. The message “Password Uninstalled” appears.
Security Settings
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
←→ Select Screen
↑↓ Select Item
Enter Go to Sub Screen
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC 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.
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. Pressing <Enter> saves the changes while exiting.
Discard Changes
This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the
previously saved values. After selecting this option, a confirmation appears. Select
[OK] to discard any changes and load the previously saved values.
Software Support
3.1 Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP operating systems (OS). Always
install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of
your hardware.
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.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice.
Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.
Click an icon to
display support
CD/motherboard
information
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. Double-click the
ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.
VIA 4 in 1 Drivers
Install VIA 4 in 1 drivers.
The screen display and drivers option may not be the same for different
operating system versions.
ASUS Update
The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows®
environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or
an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
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.