Asus K8V-VM ULTRA User Manual

K8V-VM

Ultra

User Guide

Motherboard

E2467

First Edition

April 2006

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Contents

Notices ............................................................................................ vi

Safety information .......................................................................... vii

K8V-VM Ultra speciﬁcations summary ...........................................viii

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................1-2

1.2 Package contents ................................................................1-2

1.3 Special features ...................................................................1-2

1.3.1 Product highlights ....................................................1-2

1.3.2 ASUS unique features .............................................1-4

1.4 Before you proceed .............................................................1-5

1.5 Motherboard overview .........................................................1-6

1.5.1 Motherboard layout .................................................1-6

1.5.2 Placement direction .................................................1-7

1.5.3 Screw holes .............................................................1-7

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................1-8

1.6.1 Overview .................................................................1-8

1.6.2 Installing the CPU ...................................................1-8

1.7 System memory .................................................................1-10

1.7.1 Overview ...............................................................1-10

1.7.2 Memory conﬁgurations ..........................................1-10

1.7.3 Installing a DIMM ...................................................1-13

1.7.4 Removing a DIMM .................................................1-13

1.8 Expansion slots ..................................................................1-14

1.8.1 Installing an expansion card ..................................1-14

1.8.2 Conﬁguring an expansion card .............................1-14

1.8.3 PCI slots ................................................................1-16

1.8.4 PCI Express x 1 slot ..............................................1-16

1.8.5 PCI Express x 16 slot ............................................1-16

1.9 Jumpers .............................................................................1-17

1.10 Connectors ........................................................................1-19

1.10.1 Rear panel connectors ..........................................1-19

1.10.2 Internal connectors ................................................1-20

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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

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 d e v i ce must accept a n y interferen c e received i n c l u ding 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.

To assure compliance with FCC regulations, use shielded cables to connect the monitor to the graphics card. Changes to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance can void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital app aratus does not excee d the Class B limit s 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.

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 technica l problems with the product, c ontac t 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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K8V-VM Ultra Speciﬁcations Summary

CPU

Chipset

System bus

Memory

Expansion slots

Storage

Audio

LAN

USB 2.0

Rear panel I/O ports

Internal I/O connectors

Socket 754 for AMD Athlon™ 64 and AMD Sempron™ processors Supports AMD 64 architecture that enables simultaneous 32-bit and 64-bit computing Supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet! Technology

Northbridge: VIA K8M890 Southbridge: VIA VT8237A

800 MHz

2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets for up to 2 GB unbuffered ECC, non-ECC DDR 400/333/266 DRAM memory

1 x PCI Express x16 slot for discrete graphics card 1 x PCI Express x1 2 x PCI slots

VIA VT8237A SouthBridge supports:

- 2 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33

- 2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD conﬁgurations

Realtek® ALC660 6-channel CODEC

Realtek® RTL8201CL 10/100M LAN PHY

Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 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

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

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BIOS features

ASUS special features

Manageability

Support CD

Form factor

*Speciﬁcations are subject to change without notice.

4Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI

2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ASUS EZ Flash, ASUS MyLogo

ASUS MyLogo ASUS EZ Flash ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2

WOR by PME, WOL by PME, WOR by Ring

Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus Software ASUS LiveUpdate

MicroATX 9.6” x 7.2” (24.5cm x 19.2cm)

Chapter 1

Th is c hap ter des crib es the fea ture s o f th is motherboard. It includes brief explanations of the special attributes of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.

Product Introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Tha nk y ou f o r b u ying the AS US® K8 V- VM U ltra mot h erbo ard!

The ASUS K8V-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.

1.2 Package Contents

Check your K8V-VM Ultra package for the following items.

ASUS K8V-VM Ultra motherboard

ASUS motherboard support CD

1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable

1 x Serial ATA cable kit (SATA/Power)

1 x FDD cable

I/O shield

Quick Start Guide

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

1.3 Special Features

1.3.1 Product highlights

AMD Athlon™ 64 processor support

The K8V-VM Ultra supports AMD AthlonTM 64 and AMD SempronTM processors. The AMD AthlonTM 64 processor is based on AMD 64 technology, which represents the landmark introduction of the industry’s ﬁrst x86-64 technology. 64-bit computing, the next generation technology to replace current 32-bit architecture, delivers advanced system performance, faster memory access and increased productivity. This motherboard provides excellent compatibility and ﬂexibility.

Serial ATA RAID

The on board VT8237A southbridge provides the complete solution for your RAID requirements on different disk array standards, and supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD conﬁgurations on two Serial ATA ports.

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VIA K8M890 and VT8237A chipset

The VIA K8M890 northbridge is a 64-bit processor controller that utilizes the HyperTransport™ bus link to interconnect with the AMD Athlon Se mpron Processor (IGP) to deliver exceptional integrated graphics and video playback performance.

The VT8237A southbridge employs the VIA DriveStation™ Controller Suite that enables multiple drive conﬁguration through native Serial ATA, RAID, and Parallel ATA/133 support. This chip also supports USB 2.0, MC97, PCI and LPC interfaces and allows 6-channel audio through the VIA Vinyl Audio technology. When Serial ATA installing OS, there is no need to set up drive.

pr ocess ors. The VI A K8 M890 fea tures an Integ rated Gra phics

64 and AMD

DDR400 support

DDR 400 (PC3200), the latest and fastest DDR memory standard, suppports bandwidth up to 3.2GB/s to provide enhanced system performance.

Integrated 10/100 Mbps LAN

The on-board LAN controller is a highly integrated FAST Ethernet controller. It is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems.

USB 2.0 technology

USB 2.0 is the latest connectiviity standard for next generation components and peripherals.

Backwards compatible with curren t U SB 1.1 peripherals, USB 2.0 delivers transfer speeds up to 40 times faster at 480MB/s, for easy connectivity.

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet! Technology

The K8V-VM Ultra supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet! Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for a cool and quiet environment.

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1.3.2 ASUS unique features

EZ Flash BIOS

With the ASUS EZ Flash, you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. No need to use a DOS-based utility or boot from a ﬂoppy disk. See page 2-7.

CrashFree BIOS 2

Wh ene ver BIOS gets co rru pte d, A SUS Cra shF ree BIOS2 allow s u ser s t o 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.

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1.4 Before You Proceed

K8V-VM ULTRA Onboard LED

SB_PWR

Standby

Power

OFF

Powered

Off

K8V-VM ULTRA

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 detac hed 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.

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1.5 Motherboard Overview

Socket 754

FLOPPY

VIA

K8M890

Below:Mic In

Center:Line Ou

Top:Line In

RJ-45

Top:

USB3 USB4

Bottom:

VIA

VT8237A

AAFP

SB_PWR

DDR DIMM1 (64 bit,184-pin module)

DDR DIMM2 (64 bit,184-pin module)

EATXPWR

USB12

PS/2KBM T: Mouse B: Keyboard

ATX12V

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

PCIEX16

PCI1

PCI2

BIOS

ALC660

RTL8201CL

SATA1F_PANEL

SATA2

CHA_F

Super

I/O

PRI_IDE

CPU_FAN

PS2_USB_PWR

COM2

PARALLEL PORT

VGA

USB56

USB78

PCIEX1_1

CLRTC

18.2cm (7.2in)

24.5cm (9.6in)

K8V-VM ULTRA

SPEAKER

SEC_IDE

1.5.1 Motherboard layout

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K8V-VM ULTRA

1.5.2 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.

1.5.3 Screw holes

Place six (6) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

Place this side towards the rear of the chassis

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K8V-VM ULTRA CPU Socket 754

Gold Arrow

K8V-VM ULTRA

1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

1.6.1 Overview

The motherboard comes with a surface mount 754-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 processor.

The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor has a gold triangle at one corner. This mark indicates the processor Pin A1 that should match a speciﬁc corner of the CPU socket.

Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU!

1.6.2 Installing the CPU

Follow these steps to install a CPU.

1. Locate the 754-pin ZIF socket on the motherboard.

2. Unlock the s ock et by pre ssi ng the lev er side ways , th e n l ift it u p t o a 90°-100° angle.

Make sure that the socket lever is lif t ed up t o 9 0°- 1 00° an gle , otherwise the CPU does not ﬁt in completely.

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Socket Lever

3. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle.

4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it ﬁts in place.

Gold triangle

The CPU ﬁts only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU!

5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.

6. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with the heatsink package.

7. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard.

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1.7 System memory

K8V-VM ULTRA

K8V-VM ULTRA 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets

DIMM1

DIMM2

K8V-VM ULTRA

1.7.1 Overview

The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 2GB system memory using 184-pin PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 unbuffered DDR DIMMs and allow up to 3.2 GB/s data transfer rate.

The following ﬁgure illustrates the location of the DDR DIMM sockets.

1.7.2 Memory conﬁgurations

You may install 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB DDR DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from qualiﬁed vendors. See the Qualiﬁed Vendors List (QVL) on the next page.

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Qualiﬁed DDR400 DIMMs

The following table lists the DDR400 (PC3200) memory modules that have been tested and qualiﬁed for use with this motherboard.

Obtain DDR DIMMs only from qualiﬁed vendors for better system performance.

DDR400 Qualiﬁed Vendor List (QVL)

Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component A* B*

256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Kingston SS D3208DH1T-6 256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-J 256MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/256 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 512MB Kingston KVR333X64C25/512 Kingston DS D3208DH1T-6 512MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-D43 512MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/512 Kingston DS D3208DH1T-5 512MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/512 Hynix SS HY5DU12822BT-D43 256MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/256 Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-D43 256MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/256 Kingston SS D3208DL3T-5A 256MB Kingston KVR400X64C3A/256 PSC SS A2S56D30BTP 1G Kingston KVR400X64C3A/1G Inﬁneon DS HYB25D512800BE-5B 256MB Inﬁneon HYS64D32300HU-5-C Inﬁneon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C 512MB Inﬁneon HYS64D64320HU-5-C Inﬁneon DS HYB25D256800CE-5C 512MB Inﬁneon HYS64D64300HU-5-B Inﬁneon SS HYB25D512800BE-5B 256MB Inﬁneon HYS64D32300GU-5-C Inﬁneon SS HYB25D256800CE-5C 512MB Inﬁneon HYS64D64320HU-6-C Inﬁneon DS HYB25D256800CE-6C 256MB HY HYMD232646D8J-D43 Hynix SS HY5DU56822DT-D43 256MB HY HY5DU561622CT-5 Hynix SS DDR400-256 512MB HY HYMD264646D8J-D43 Hynix DS HY5DU56822DT-D43 256MB HY HYMD232646B8J-J Hynix SS HY5DU56822BT-J 512MB HY HYMD264646B8J-J Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-J 256MB Corsair VS256MB400 Value select SS VS32M8-5 2B0409 256MB Corsair XMS3202v3.1 Inﬁneon DS HYB25D256807BT-5B 512MB Corsair XMS3205v1.2 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 512MB Corsair VS512MB400 Value select DS VS32M8-5 2B0402 256MB Corsair XMS2700v1.1 Winbond SS W942508BH-6 256MB Corsair VS256MB333 Samsung SS K4H560838D-TCB3 512MB Corsair XMS2702v3.1 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT6 512MB Corsair XMS2702v1.2 Winbond DS W942508CH-6 512MB Micron MT16VDDT6464AG-335GB Micron DS MT46V32M8TG-6TG 256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264AG-335GB Micron SS MT46V32M8TG-6TG 256MB Micron MT8VDDT3264AG-40BGB Micron SS MT46V32M8TG-5BG 512MB Micron MT16VDDT6464AG-40BCB Micron DS MT46V32M8TG-5BC 256MB Samsung M368L3223FTN-CCC Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCCC 512MB Samsung M368L6423FTN-CCC Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCCC 256MB Samsung M368L3223FTN-CB3 Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCB3 512MB Samsung M368L6423FTN-CB3 Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCB3 256MB Elpida U24256ADEPG6H20 Elpida SS DD2508AKTA-5C 512MB Elpida U24512ADEPG6H20 Elpida DS DD2508AMTA 512MB Apacer 77.90728.U1G Apacer DS AM3A568AJT-6B 256MB Apacer 77.10636.46G Samsung SS K4H560838E-TCCC 256MB Apacer 77.10636.56G Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5B 512MB Apacer 77.10736.11G Inﬁneon DS HYB25D256800BT-5B 256MB Transcend DDR400-256 Samsung SS K4H560838F-TCCC 256MB Transcend DDR400-256 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5B 256MB Transcend 103004-0720 PSC SS A2S56D3OBTP 512MB Transcend 102709-0001 PSC DS A2S56D3OATP 512MB Transcend DDR400-512 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5B 512MB Transcend DDR400-512 Samsung DS K4H560838F-TCCC 256MB Transcend 111448-0214 PSC SS A2S56D30BTP 512MB Transcend DDR333-512 Hynix DS HY5DU56822CT-J 256MB Kingmax MPMB62D-38LT3R Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT6

DIMM support

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DDR400 Qualiﬁed Vendors List

Size Vendor Model Brand Side(s) Component A* B*

512MB Kingmax MPMC22D-38HT3R Hynix DS HY5DU56822BT-J • • 256MB Kingmax MPXB62D-38KT3R Kingmax SS KDL388P4LA-50 • • 512MB Kingmax MPXC22D-38KT3R Kingmax DS KDL388P4EA-50 • • 256MB Vdata MDYVD6F4G2880B1E0H Vdata SS VDD9616A8A-5C • • 256MB Pmi 3208GATA07-04A7 Pmi SS PM4D328D50406EU • • 512MB Pmi 3208GATA01-04A4 Pmi DS PM4D328S50403DU • • 256MB Mosel V826632K24SATG-D3 Mosel SS V58C2256804SAT5 • • 512MB Mosel V826664K24SATG-D3 Mosel DS V58C2256804SAT5 • • 256MB Nanya NT256D64S88B1G-5T Nanya SS NT5DS32M8BT-5T • • 512MB Nanya NT512D64S8HB1G-5T Nanya DS NT5DS32M8BT-5T • • 512MB Nanya NT512D64S88C0GY-5T Nanya SS NT5DS64M8CS-5T • • 1G Nanya NT1GD64S8HC0GY-5T Nanya DS NT5DS64M8CS-5T • • 256MB Smart U24256ADSRG6H20 Smart SS D32M8XS50H3X4AMV • • 256MB Smart U24256ADSRG6H20 Smart SS D32M8XS60HBX4AMV • • 512MB Smart U24512ADSRG6H20 Smart DS D32M8XS50H3X4AMV • • 512MB Smart U24512ADSRG6H20 Smart DS D32M8XS60HBX4AMV • • 256MB Twinmos DDR333-256 Twinmos SS TMD7608F8E60B • • 256MB Twinmos M2G9108A-TT Twinmos SS TMD7608F8E501 • • 256MB Promos V826632K24SCTG-D0 Promos SS V58C2256804SCT5B • • 512MB Promos V826664K24SCTG-D0 Promos DS V58C2256804SCT5B • • 512MB BiaoXing BXXC22D-38KT3B BiaoXing DS VM256D328BT-5 • • 256MB Winbond U24256ADWBG6H20 Winbond SS W942508CH-5 • • 256MB Winbond U24256AAWBG6H20 Winbond SS W942508CH-6 • • 512MB Winbond DDR333-512 Winbond DS W942508BH-6 • • 512MB Winbond U24512ADWBG6H20 Winbond DS W942508CH-5 • • 512MB Patriot PDC1G3200+XBLK Patriot DS • • 512MB MDT MDT 512MB MDT DS MDT25B25680-50530 • • 512MB GEIL GE5123200 GEIL DS GL3LC32G88TG-5A • •

Legend:

supp ort s o n e m odu le ins e rte d i nto ei t her slot , in a Sing le- cha n nel memo ry

A -

conﬁguration.

B -

supports on pair of modules inserted into the slots as Single-channel memory conﬁguration.

Single-sided

SS -

Double-sided

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DIMM support

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1.7.3 Installing a DIMM

Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

Follow these steps to install a DIMM.

1. Lo c a te the DIMM s o c k ets in the motherboard.

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

3. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket.

A DDR 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.

4. Fi r m l y i n s e r t t h e D I M M i nto th e socket until the retaining clips snap b a c k i n pl a c e an d t he DIM M i s properly seated.

Unlocked Retaining Clip

1.7.4 Removing a DIMM

DDR DIMM notch

Locked Retaining Clip

Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.

1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.

Support the DIMM lightly with your ﬁngers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it ﬂips out with extra force.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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1.8 Expansion slots

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the motherboard slots and the expansion cards that they support.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion car d s . Fa ilur e to d o so ma y ca use y ou p h y sica l in j u ry a n d da mage motherboard components.

1.8.1 Installing an expansion card

Follow these steps to install an expansion card.

1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

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 th e 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.

1.8.2 Conﬁguring an expansion card

After installing the expansion card, conﬁgure the card by adjusting the software settings.

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.

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