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Asus M2N8-VMX User Manual

Asus M2N8-VMX
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Motherboard
M2N8-VMX

Table of Contents

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Asus M2N8-VMX Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCYes
Number of memory slots4
Maximum internal memory4 GB
Processor socketSocket AM2
Processor manufacturerAMD
Maximum number of SMP processors1
Number of SATA connectors2
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Audio chipRealtek ALC883-GR
Power source typeATX
Audio output channels5.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Bundled softwareDrivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update AMD Cool'n'Quiet
Networking featuresGigabit Ethernet
Special featuresASUS Q-Fan ASUS My Logo2 ASUS CrashFreeBIOS2 ASUS EZ Flash
Manageability featuresWfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL PME, WOR PXE, WOR PME
BIOS memory size32 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth223 mm
Width245 mm

Summary

Product Introduction

Welcome!

Greeting and introduction to the ASUS M2N8-VMX motherboard, offering a brief overview of its capabilities.

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package, such as cables, accessories, and documentation.

Special Features

Highlights key motherboard features like processor support, GPU, memory, and interfaces for enhanced performance.

Innovative ASUS Features

Details proprietary ASUS features like CrashFree BIOS, EZ Flash, Q-Fan, C.P.R., and MyLogo2 for system management.

Before You Proceed

Provides essential safety precautions and instructions before installing or changing motherboard settings.

Motherboard Overview

Presents a detailed layout of the motherboard, identifying components and connectors for easy reference.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Guides on installing the CPU and heatsink, covering socket compatibility, orientation, and fan connection.

System Memory

Explains DDR2 DIMM sockets, memory configurations, and the procedure for installing and removing memory modules.

Expansion Slots

Describes various expansion slots like PCI and PCI Express, and guides on installing and configuring expansion cards.

Jumpers

Details the function and configuration of motherboard jumpers, particularly for clearing CMOS and USB wake-up settings.

Connectors

Illustrates and explains rear panel and internal connectors for peripherals, power, and I/O devices.

BIOS Setup

Managing and Updating Your BIOS

Introduces utilities for BIOS management and updates, including EZ Flash, AFUDOS, CrashFree BIOS, and ASUS Update.

BIOS Setup Program

Explains how to access and navigate the BIOS Setup utility, covering menu screens, items, and configuration options.

BIOS Menu Screen

Details the BIOS interface layout, including menu bar, sub-menu items, and navigation keys for system configuration.

Menu Items and Navigation

Describes how to interact with BIOS settings, including menu items, fields, pop-up windows, and scroll bars.

Main Menu

Presents essential system information and basic configuration options available in the BIOS Main menu.

Advanced Menu

Covers advanced system settings for CPU, chipset, and other devices, including Jumperfree Configuration.

CPU Configuration

Details CPU-specific settings and information, such as frequency, voltage, and power management features.

Chipset Configuration

Details advanced chipset settings including Memory Controller, SouthBridge, and Hyper Transport configurations.

Memory Configuration

Details RAM settings, including clock modes, timings, interleaving, and error correction code (ECC) options.

ECC Configuration

Describes DRAM ECC settings for error detection and correction, including scrub options for memory integrity.

SouthBridge Configuration

Configures graphics adapter priority, VGA frame buffer size, and onboard audio/LAN settings for system integration.

Hyper Transport Configuration

Allows adjustment of Hyper Transport settings, impacting CPU-to-chipset communication and frequency.

Onboard Devices Configuration

Manages settings for onboard devices like serial ports, parallel ports, and their configurations.

PCI PnP Configuration

Manages Plug and Play settings for PCI devices, including IRQ and DMA assignments for optimal device operation.

USB Configuration

Configures USB features, controller modes, legacy support, and mass storage device options for peripheral connectivity.

Power Menu

Manages Advanced Power Management (APM) settings, including system suspend states and ACPI support for power efficiency.

APM Configuration

Details power management options, such as power button behavior, AC power loss recovery, and wake-up events.

Hardware Monitor

Displays real-time hardware status, including CPU/motherboard temperatures, fan speeds, and voltage levels.

Boot Menu

Configures system boot order, device priorities, and boot-related settings for startup sequence.

Boot Settings Configuration

Controls boot process behaviors like quick boot, full screen logo display, and error handling during POST.

Security

Enables setting up system passwords (supervisor/user) and managing access levels to BIOS setup options.

Exit Menu

Provides options to save or discard BIOS changes, load default settings, and exit the setup utility safely.

Software Support

Installing an Operating System

Provides guidance on installing compatible operating systems and necessary service packs for optimal hardware performance.

Support CD Information

Outlines the contents of the support CD, including drivers, applications, and utilities for motherboard features.

Drivers Menu

Guides on installing essential device drivers for chipset, audio, LAN, and other hardware components.

Utilities Menu

Lists and describes applications and software utilities available on the CD, such as PC Probe II and ASUS Update.

Make Disk Menu

Explains the process of creating a RAID driver disk for installing RAID configurations on systems.

Manual Menu

Offers access to supplementary user manuals for specific hardware components, typically in PDF format.

ASUS Contact Information

Provides ASUS contact details for technical support and customer service inquiries.

Other Information

Contains additional resources like motherboard specifications, support CD browsing, and technical support forms.

Creating a RAID Driver Disk

Details the steps required to create and install a RAID driver disk for Windows operating systems on RAID arrays.

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