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  • Page 1 M2N-VM SE HDMI...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notices ......................vi Safety information ..................vii About this guide ..................viii M2N-VM SE HDMI specifications summary ..........x Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-2 Package contents ................. 1-2 Special features ................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-2 1.3.2...
  • Page 4 Contents 2.1.1 Creating a bootable floppy disk ........2-2 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 2-3 2.1.3 AFUDOS utility ..............2-4 2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........2-6 2.1.5 ASUS Update utility ............2-8 BIOS setup program ..............2-11 2.2.1...
  • Page 5 2.6.3 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 2-36 2.6.4 Security ................. 2-37 Tools menu ................. 2-39 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ................. 2-39 Exit menu ..................2-40 Chapter 3: Software support Installing an operating system ........... 3-2 Support CD information .............. 3-2 3.2.1 Running the support CD ..........

  • Page 6: Notices

    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.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 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.

  • Page 9: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure 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.

  • Page 10: M2N-Vm Se Hdmi Specifications Summary

    M2N-VM SE HDMI specifications summary Support AMD socket AM2 for AMD Athlon™ 64 FX / Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™ 64 / Sempron / AM2+ processors AMD64 architecture enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet™ Technology...
  • Page 11 M2N-VM SE HDMI specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5 Storage 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 interface 4 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s hard disk drives supporting RAID 0,...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product introduction...

  • Page 14: Welcome

    ® 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.
  • Page 15 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. See page 1-22 for details. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI...

  • Page 16: High Definition Audio

    Serial ATA 3Gb/s technology The motherboard supports SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. It allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD configurations for four SATA connectors. High Definition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 6-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz / 24-bit audio output, jack-detect feature.

  • Page 17: Innovative Asus Features

    See page 2-34 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.

  • Page 18: Before You Proceed

    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. M2N-VM SE HDMI Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 19: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI...

  • Page 20: Placement Direction

    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 M2N-VM SE HDMI Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 21: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Installing the CPU To install a CPU. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M2N-VM SE HDMI M2N-VM SE HDMI CPU Socket AM2 Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. Socket lever Ensure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90°-100°...
  • Page 22 Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. M2N-VM SE HDMI Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

  • Page 23: Installing The Heatsink And Fan

    Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-11...
  • Page 24 Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place. Ensure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module...

  • Page 25: System Memory

    You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC / non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Recommended memory configurations Sockets Mode DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 – Populated Single-Channel Populated – Dual-channel Populated Populated ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-13...
  • Page 26 • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. •...
  • Page 27 • 512MB ADATA M20AD6G3H3160I1E58 ADATA AD29608A8A-25EG80720 • • 512MB VDATA M2GVD6G3H3160I1E53 VDATA VD29608A8A-25EG30648 • • VDATA M2GVD6G3I4170I1E53 VDATA VD29608A8A-25EG30647 • • 512MB AL6E8E63B-8E1K A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 • • AL7E8E63B-8E1K A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-15...
  • Page 28 Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667 MHz capability Size Vendor Model Brand Component DIMM support 256MB Kingston KVR667D2N5/256 Kingston D3216TLSAKL3U • • 256MB Kingston KVR667D2N5/256 Infineon HYB18T256800AF3SW65 33154 • • 512MB Kingston KVR667D2N5/512 Elpida E5108AGBG-6E-E • • Kingston KVR667D2N5/1G Kingston D6408TEBGGL3U •...
  • Page 29 Z9BQT • • Micron MT 16HTF12864AY-53EA1 Micron D9CRZ • • 512MB Corsair VS512MB533D2 Corsair MIII0052532M8CEC • • 512MB Corsair VS512MB533D2 Corsair MI110052532M8CEC • • Corsair VS1GB533D2 Corsair 64M8CFEGQIB0900718 • • (continued on the next page) ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-17...
  • Page 30 A*: Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the yellow slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 31: Installing A Dimm

    DIMM. DDR2 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-19...

  • Page 32: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 33: Interrupt Assignments

    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. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-21...

  • Page 34: Pci Slots

    1.8.3 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. The figure shows a LAN card installed on a PCI slot. 1.8.4 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has supports PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with PCI Express specifications.

  • Page 35: Jumpers

    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. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-23...
  • Page 36 The USBPW1-4 jumpers are for the rear USB ports. The USBPW5-8 and USBPW910 jumpers are for the internal USB connectors that you can connect to additional USB ports. M2N-VM SE HDMI • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB lead for each USB port.

  • Page 37: 1.10 Connectors

    Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. In a 6-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Center/Bass. Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-25...
  • Page 38 Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel configuration Port Headset 4-speaker 6-speaker 2-speaker Light Blue Line In Surround Out Surround Out Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Center/Bass USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.

  • Page 39: Internal Connectors

    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. M2N-VM SE HDMI ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-27...
  • Page 40 IDE cable. • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE devices. If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select,” ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 41: Serial Ata Hard Disk Drive Connection

    SATA Mode select item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. See the page 2-15 for details. Serial ATA hard disk drive connection Connector Color Setting SATA1/2 Master Boot disk SATA3/4 Black Slave Data disk ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-29...
  • Page 42 These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. Only CPU Fan supports Q-Fan. M2N-VM SE HDMI Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s).
  • Page 43 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Optical drive audio in connector (4-pin CD) This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. M2N-VM SE HDMI ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-31...

  • Page 44: Front Panel Audio Connector

    The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. M2N-VM SE HDMI 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard.
  • Page 45 The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • You must install a PSU with a higher power rating if you intend to install additional devices. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-33...

  • Page 46: Lpt Connector

    The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as a printer. LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. M2N-VM SE HDMI 13. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

  • Page 47: System Panel Connector (10-1 Pin Panel)

    BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. Reset button (2-pin RESET) • This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 1-35...
  • Page 48 1-36 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 49 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...

  • Page 50: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk, USB Flash, or the motherboard support CD during POST. ASUS AFUDOS: Updates the BIOS in DOS mode using a bootable floppy disk.

  • Page 51: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt>...

  • Page 52: Afudos Utility

    Extension name Press <Enter>. The utility copies the current BIOS file to the floppy disk. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.29(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. Reading flash ..done Write to file..ok A:\>...

  • Page 53: Updating The Bios File

    Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. Write the BIOS filename on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt.

  • Page 54: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support CD , the floppy disk or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 55: Recovering The Bios From The Support Cd

    Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. • Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so...

  • Page 56: Asus Update Utility

    2.1.5 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 ® • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet •...
  • Page 57 To update the BIOS through the Internet: desktop by clicking Start Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from Select the ASUS FTP site nearest...
  • Page 58 To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.

  • Page 59: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI...

  • Page 60: Bios Menu Screen

    • The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. 2.2.3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu.

  • Page 61: Menu Items

    Exit Down> keys to display the other items on the Pop-up window screen. 2.2.9 General help Scroll bar At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-13...

  • Page 62: Main Menu

    Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section “2.2.1 BIOS menu screen” for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Use [ENTER], [TAB] System Time...

  • Page 63: Ide Configuration

    Allows you to disable or enable the Serial-ATA Primary Master/Slave Channel. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA Secondary Master/Slave Channel [Disabled] Allows you to disable or enable the Serial-ATA Secondary Master/Slave Channel. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-15...

  • Page 64: Primary Ide Master/Slave

    2.3.5 Primary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each IDE device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the IDE device information. Primary IDE Master Select the type of device connected Device...
  • Page 65 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-17...

  • Page 66: Sata1, Sata2, Sata3, And Sata4

    2.3.6 SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, and SATA4 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the SATA device information. SATA1 Disable: Disables LBA Mode.

  • Page 67: System Information

    : AMD Sempron(tm) Processor 3200+ Speed : 1800MHz Count System Memory Installed Size : 512MB Usable Size : 384MB AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-19...

  • Page 68: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Adjust System JumperFree Configuration Frequency/Voltage etc.
  • Page 69 Allows you to select PCI Express frequency. Configuration options: [100] [101] [102] [103] ... [150] Memory Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the Memory Voltage mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.900V] [1.950V] [2.000V] [2.050V] [2.100V] [2.150V] [2.200V] [2.250V] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-21...

  • Page 70: Cpu Configuration

    2.4.2 CPU Configuration CPU Configuration This option should Module Version: 13.15 remain disabled for AGESA Version: 3.1.1.0 the normal operation. Physical Count: 1 The driver developer Logical Count: 2 may enable it for AMD Athlon(tm) Processor 3200+ testing purpose. Revision: F2 Cache L1: 256KB Cache L2: 1024KB Speed...
  • Page 71 MHz] [x5.5 1100 MHz] [x6.5 1300 MHz] [x7.5 1500 MHz] [x8.0 1600 MHz] [x8.5 1700 MHz] [x9.0 1800 MHz] Processor Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the Processor voltage or set it to auto for safe mode. Configuration options: [1.400V] [1.375V] [1.350V] [Auto] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-23...

  • Page 72: Chipset

    2.4.3 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. Advanced Chipset Setting Memory Options & Information WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. NorthBridge Configuration Southbridge Configuration NorthBridge Configuration...

  • Page 73: Dram Timing Configuration

    [Auto] Limit Manual Memory Clock Mode[Auto] Allows you to set the memoery clock mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Limit] [Manual] DRAM Timing Mode [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM timing mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [DCT ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-25...

  • Page 74: Ecc Configuration

    ECC Configuration DRAM ECC allows ECC Configuration hardware to report and correct memory ECC Mode [Disabled] errors automatically DRAM ECC Enable [Disabled] ECC Error Log [Disabled] maintaining system DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT [Disabled] integrity. 4-Bit ECC Mode [Disabled] DRAM BG Scrub [Disabled] Date BG Scrub [Disabled]...

  • Page 75: Southbridge Configuration

    OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the OnBoard LAN Boot ROM. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SouthBridge ACPI HPET TABLE [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable SouthBridge ACPI HPET TABLE. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-27...

  • Page 76: Onboard Devices Configuration

    2.4.4 Onboard Devices Configuration Allows BIOS to select Configure ITE8712 Super IO Chipset Serial Port1 Base Address. Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Parallel Port Address [378] Parallel Port Mode [Normal] Parallel Port IRQ [IRQ7] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4][2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] Parallel Port Address [378] Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses.

  • Page 77: Pci Pnp

    Palette Snooping [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], the palete snooping feature informs the PCI devices that an ISA graphics device is installed in the system so that the latter can function correctly. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-29...

  • Page 78: Usb Configuration

    IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is free for use of PCI/PnP devices. When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [PCI Device] [Reserved] 2.4.6 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features.

  • Page 79: Usb Mass Storage Device Configuration

    Allows you to configure the USB Mass Storage Reset Delay [20 Sec]. Configuration options: [10 Sec] [20 Sec] [30 Sec] [40 Sec]. Emulation Type [Auto] Allows you to configure the Emulation Type. Configuration options: [Auto] [Floopy] [Forced FDD] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-31...

  • Page 80: Power Menu

    Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Suspend Mode [Auto] Select the ACPI state ACPI Version Features [Disabled]...

  • Page 81: Apm Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event. When this item is set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-33...

  • Page 82: Hardware Monitor

    The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Smart Q-Fan Function [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the fan speeds for more efficient system operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]...

  • Page 83: Boot Menu

    Select Item The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of Change Option General Help devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxth Drive] [USB] [Disabled] Save and Exit Exit ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-35...

  • Page 84: Boot Settings Configuration

    This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS] [Keep...

  • Page 85: Security

    Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section “1.9 Jumpers” for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI 2-37...

  • Page 86: Change User Password

    Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check [Setup] Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Save and Exit Exit User Access Level [Full Access] This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.

  • Page 87: Tools Menu

    1. NTFS format ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Ok>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Ok> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 88: Exit Menu

    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. Exit system setup Exit Options after saving the changes. Exit & Save Changes Exit &...

  • Page 89: Chapter 3: Software Support

    This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the motherboard package. Software support...

  • Page 90: Installing An Operating System

    The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates. 3.2.1 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.

  • Page 91: Drivers Menu

    The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Drivers Launches the ASUS InstallAll drivers installation wizard. Nvidia Chipset Program Driver Installs the Nvidia chipset program driver.

  • Page 92: Utilities Menu

    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 ®...
  • Page 93 You can also install the following utilities from the ASUS Superb Software Library CD. ADOBE Acrobat Reader V7.0 Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader that allows you to open, view, and print ® ® documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft DirectX 9.0c driver.

  • Page 94: Make Disk Menu

    3.2.4 Make Disk menu The Make Disk menu allows you to make a RAID driver disk. NVIDIA 64bit Vista SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create the NVIDIA SATA RAID Driver disk for 64-bit Windows Vista Operating System (OS). NVIDIA 32bit Vista SATA RAID Driver Allows you to create the NVIDIA SATA RAID Driver disk for 64-bit Windows Vista Operating System (OS).

  • Page 95: Manual Menu

    Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual ® ® file. 3.2.6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI...

  • Page 96: Other Information

    CD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. M2N-VM SE HDMI ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI ACPI BIOS Revision 0105 10/29/07 Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. Chapter 3: Software support...

  • Page 97: Technical Support Form

    Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support CD and a brief description of each in text format. ASUS M2N-VM SE HDMI...
  • Page 98 3-10 Chapter 3: Software support...

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