User manual ASUS P5B-VM

Motherboard P5B-VM E2833 First Edition July 2006 Copyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 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Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. ii Contents Notices ......................................................................................................... vi P5B-VM specifications summary ............................................................... x Safety information ..................................................................................... vii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-2 Package contents......................................................................... 1-2 Special features............................................................................ 1-2 1.3.1 1.3.2 Product highlights ........................................................... 1-4 Innovative ASUS features .............................................. 1-4 1.4 1.5 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 1-6 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 1-7 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.5.3 1.6.1 1.6.2 1.6.3 1.7.1 1.7.2 1.7.3 1.7.4 1.8.1 1.8.2 1.8.3 1.8.4 1.8.5 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 1-7 Placement direction ........................................................ 1-7 Screw holes .................................................................... 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................. 1-11 Installing the CPU ......................................................... 1-12 Installing the heatsink and fan ...................................... 1-14 Overview ....................................................................... 1-18 Memory configurations.................................................. 1-18 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 1-22 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 1-22 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 1-23 Configuring an expansion card ..................................... 1-23 PCI slots........................................................................ 1-25 PCI Express x4 slot....................................................... 1-25 PCI Express x16 slot..................................................... 1-25 Overview ........................................................................1-11 1.7 System memory ......................................................................... 1-18 1.8 Expansion slots.......................................................................... 1-23 1.9 1.10 Jumpers ...................................................................................... 1-26 Connectors ................................................................................. 1-28 1.10.1 1.10.2 Rear panel connectors .................................................. 1-28 Internal connectors ....................................................... 1-30 iii Contents Chapter 2: BIOS setup 2.1 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.2 2.1.5 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.2.5 2.2.6 2.2.7 2.2.8 2.3 2.2.9 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5 2.4 2.3.6 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.5 2.4.4 2.5.1 2.5.2 2.5.3 2.5.4 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-2 Creating a bootable floppy disk....................................... 2-2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility................................................... 2-3 AFUDOS utility ................................................................ 2-4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...................................... 2-6 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 2-8 BIOS menu screen........................................................ 2-12 Menu bar ....................................................................... 2-12 Navigation keys............................................................. 2-12 Menu items ................................................................... 2-13 Sub-menu items ............................................................ 2-13 Configuration fields ....................................................... 2-13 Pop-up window ............................................................. 2-13 Scroll bar ....................................................................... 2-13 General help ................................................................. 2-13 System Time ................................................................. 2-14 System Date ................................................................. 2-14 Legacy Diskette A ........................................................ 2-14 Primary, Secondary, Third, Fourth IDE Master/Slave ............ 2-15 IDE Configuration.......................................................... 2-16 System Information ....................................................... 2-17 CPU Configuration ........................................................ 2-18 Chipset ......................................................................... 2-19 Onboard Devices Configuration .................................... 2-24 PCI PnP ........................................................................ 2-26 ACPI 2.0 Support ......................................................... 2-27 ACPI APIC Support ....................................................... 2-27 APM Configuration ........................................................ 2-28 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 2-29 BIOS setup program .................................................................. 2-11 Main menu .................................................................................. 2-14 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 2-18 Power menu ................................................................................ 2-27 iv Contents 2.6 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-30 2.6.1 2.6.2 2.7 3.1 3.2 2.6.3 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 2-30 Boot Settings Configuration .......................................... 2-31 Security ......................................................................... 2-32 Exit menu .................................................................................... 2-35 Installing an operating system ................................................... 3-2 Support CD information .............................................................. 3-2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4 3.2.5 3.2.6 Running the support CD ................................................. 3-2 Drivers menu................................................................... 3-3 Utilities menu .................................................................. 3-4 Make disk menu .............................................................. 3-5 Manual ............................................................................ 3-6 ASUS Contact information .............................................. 3-6 Chapter 3: Software support 3.3 Software information ................................................................... 3-7 v 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. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. vi 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 adpater or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. · · · · Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety · · · · · · Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a stable surface. If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vii 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: · This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It also lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. Appendix: CPU features Chapter 3: Software support Chapter 2: BIOS setup Chapter 1: Product introduction · · · Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 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. Optional documentation ASUS websites 2. viii Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. 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: means that you must press the Enter or Return key. ++ If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: 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: afudos /i[filename] afudos/iP5BVM.ROM Italics ix P5B-VM specifications summary CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® CoreTM2 Extreme / CoreTM2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Celeron® D Processors Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ready Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Northbridge: Intel® G965 with Intel® Clear Video Technology Southbridge: Intel® ICH8 1066 / 800 / 533 MHz 4 x DIMM, max. 8GB, DDR2 800 / 667 / 533 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture 1 x PCI-E x16 slot 1 x PCI-E x4 slot 2 x PCI slots Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3000 (Intel® GMA X3000) integrated High Definition Video Processing with max. resolutions to Max resolution to 2048 x 1536 bpp(@75Hz) Max. shared memory of 256MB Support Microsoft® DX 9, OpenGL 1.5, Pixel Shader 3.0 Southbridge Intel® ICH8 - 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports. JMicron® JMB363 PATA and SATA controller - 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices - 1 x Internal SATA 3.0 Gb/s port - 1 x External SATA 3.0 Gb/s port - RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD configuration LAN Audio Realtek® RTL8111B PCIE Gigabit LAN controller ADI® AD 1988 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC Support Jack-Sensing, Enumeration, Multi-streaming and Jack-Retasking S/PDIF out interface TI® 1394a controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard; one at back panel) 10 x USB2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots VGA Storage IEEE 1394 USB (continued on the next page) x P5B-VM specifications summary ASUS AI Lifestyle Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS AI Gear - ASUS AI Nap - ASUS Advanced Q-Fan ASUS Crystal Sound -Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Parallel port 1 x VGA port 1 x External Serial ATA port 1 x IEEE1394a 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio ports 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support six additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector for two devices 5 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU / 1 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD audio in connector 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector 1 x HD Audio Digital Header System panel connector 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Micro-ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) xi Other Features Rear panel Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support CD contents Form factor *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product introduction 1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5B-VM motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents ASUS P5B-VM Serial ATA power and signal cable for 2 devices 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; Retail version only) ASUS motherboard support CD User guide Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. Intel® CoreTM2 Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® CoreTM2 processor in the LGA775 package. With the new Intel® CoreTM microarchitecture technology and 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, Intel® CoreTM2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Intel G965 Chipset The Intel® G965 Express Chipset boosts your gaming and multi-media experience with the integrated graphics engine Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3000. Delivering breakthrough increases in 3D, 2D, and video capabilities, the integrated chipset meets the changing display requirements of visually rich applications. The Intel® G965 Express features the Intel® Clear Video Technology, which trailblazes new standards in high-definition video, crisp imaging, and accurate color control. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer rates of 800/667/533 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR2 architecture doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance, eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 12.8 GB/s. Without restriction to the memory size across the two channels, the motherboard allows you to install DIMMs with different memory size and enjoy dual-channel feature at the same time. See pages 1-18 for details. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. See pages 1-28 and 1-33 for details. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA on the go This motherboard 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 to external devices. See pages 1-28 and 1-32 for details. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digtal Interface) function through the S/PDIF interface at mid-board. It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. See pages 1-30 for details. ASUS P5B-VM 1-3 High Definition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while playing multi-channel network games. See page 1-36 for details. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. AI Gear AI Gear provides four modes that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. You can choose the mode that best suits your computing needs. See pages 3-4 and 3-8 for details. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. See pages 3-4 and 3-9 for details. ASUS Advanced Q-Fan The ASUS advanced Q-Fan technology on P5B Series is powered by Intel Quiet System Technology; It makes the change of fan speed more smoothly. It's better in fan use, and efficiently reduces the noise caused by fans' abruptly speeding up. Moreover, Advanced Q-Fan has a better control over a constant temperature system environment. See page 2-30 for details. ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording. See page 3-8 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. See page 1-39 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 2-6 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predefined hotkey to launch the utility and update the BIOS without entering the OS. Update your BIOS easily without preparing a bootable diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. See page 2-3 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special features ASUS MyLogo2TM This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. See page 2-31 for details. 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. Due to chipset behavior, AC power off is required prior using C.P.R. function. ASUS P5B-VM 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. · · Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. 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. R P5B-VM SB_PWR ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off P5B-VM Onboard LED 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place eight (8) 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 ASUS P5B-VM R P5B-VM 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) PS/2KBMS T Mouse : B: Keyboard PWR_FAN KBPWR CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN Super I/O ESATA DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) VGA 1394_USB12 ATX12V R DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) LGA775 PARALLE PORT P5B-VM Intel G965MCH RTL8111B AUDIO SATA_RAID1 JMicron JMB363 PCIEX16 PCI1 SB_PWR COM1 TSB43AB22A PCI2 SPDIF_OUT Intel ICH8 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 8Mb BIOS FLOPPY LAN_USB34 SATA1 SATA2 AD1988 PCIEX4_1 IE1394_2 ADH AAFP CD SATA3 PRI_EIDE USB56 USB78 SATA4 PANEL CHASSIS USB910 CLRTC Refer to 1.10 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction 24.5cm (9.6in) EATXPWR