Asus M2V-X User Manual

M2V-X

User Guide

Motherboard

Checklist

E3119

First Edition

March 2007

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Contents

Notices ........................................................................................... vii

Safety information ..........................................................................viii

About this guide .............................................................................. ix

How this guide is organized ................................................... ix

Where to nd more information ............................................. ix

Conventions used in this guide ............................................... x

Typography ............................................................................. x

M2V-X specications summary ....................................................... xi

Chapter 1: Product introduction

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

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

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

1.3.1 Product Highlights ...................................................1-2

1.3.2 Unique ASUS features ............................................1-4

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .........................................................2-2

2.2.1 Placement direction .................................................2-2

2.2.2 Screw holes .............................................................2-2

2.2.3 Motherboard layout .................................................2-3

2.2.4 Layout Contents ......................................................2-4

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................2-6

2.3.1 Installing the CPU....................................................2-6

2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan .................................2-8

2.3.3 Connecting the CPU fan cable ..............................2-10

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-11

2.4.1 Overview ...............................................................2-11

2.4.2 Memory congurations ..........................................2-12

2.4.3 Installing a DIMM ...................................................2-14

2.4.4 Removing a DIMM .................................................2-14

2.5 Expansion slots ..................................................................2-15

2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ..................................2-15

2.5.2 Conguring an expansion card..............................2-15

2.5.3 Interrupt assignments ............................................2-16

2.5.4 PCI slots ................................................................2-17

2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot ...............................................2-17

Features

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Contents

Safeguards

2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slot .............................................2-17

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................2-18

2.7 Connectors ........................................................................2-20

2.7.1 Rear panel connectors ..........................................2-20

2.7.2 Internal connectors ................................................2-22

Chapter 3: Powering up

3.1 Starting up for the rst time ..................................................3-1

3.2 Powering off the computer ...................................................3-2

3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function ............................3-2

3.2.2 Using the dual-function power switch ......................3-2

Chapter 4: BIOS setup

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ......................................4-1

4.1.1 Creating a bootable oppy disk ...............................4-1

4.1.2 Using AFUDOS to update the BIOS ........................4-2

4.1.3 Using AFUDOS to copy BIOS from PC ...................4-3

4.1.4 Using ASUS EZ Flash 2 to update the BIOS...........4-4

4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Utilities ...........................4-5

4.1.6 ASUS Update ..........................................................4-7

4.2 BIOS Setup program ...........................................................4-9

4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ................................................4-10

4.2.2 Menu bar ...............................................................4-10

4.2.3 Navigation keys .....................................................4-10

4.2.4 Menu items ............................................................4-11

4.2.5 Sub-menu items .................................................... 4-11

4.2.6 Conguration elds................................................4-11

4.2.7 Pop-up window ......................................................4-11

4.2.8 Scroll bar ............................................................... 4-11

4.2.9 General help ..........................................................4-11

4.3 Main menu .........................................................................4-12

4.3.1 System Time .........................................................4-12

4.3.2 System Date .........................................................4-12

4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A .................................................4-12

4.3.4 Primary and Secondary IDE Master/Slave ...........4-13

4.3.5 System Information ...............................................4-14

4.4 Advanced menu .................................................................4-15

Contents

4.4.1 JumperFree Conguration.....................................4-15

4.4.2 USB Conguration.................................................4-16

4.4.3 CPU Conguration ................................................4-17

4.4.4 Chipset ..................................................................4-21

4.4.5 Onboard Devices Conguration ............................4-22

4.4.6 PCI PnP .................................................................4-23

4.5 Power menu .......................................................................4-25

4.5.1 Suspend Mode ....................................................4-25

4.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ...............................4-25

4.5.3 ACPI 2.0 Support .................................................4-25

4.5.4 ACPI APIC Support ..............................................4-25

4.5.5 APM Conguration ................................................4-26

4.5.6 Hardware Monitor ..................................................4-27

4.6 Boot menu .........................................................................4-29

4.6.1 Boot Device Priority ...............................................4-29

4.6.2 Boot Settings Conguration...................................4-30

4.6.3 Security .................................................................4-31

4.7 Tools menu ........................................................................4-34

4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2...................................................4-34

4.7.2 ASUS O.C. Prole..................................................4-35

4.8 Exit menu ...........................................................................4-36

Chapter 5: Software support

5.1 Installing an operating system ................................................ 1

5.2 Support CD information .......................................................... 1

5.2.1 Running the support CD ...........................................1

5.2.2 Drivers menu ............................................................ 2

5.2.3 Utilities menu ..............................................................3

5.2.4 Make disk menu ....................................................... 5

5.2.5 Manuals menu ..........................................................5

5.2.6 ASUS Contact information........................................6

5.2.7 Other information........................................................6

5.3 Software Information ...............................................................8

ASUS MyLogo2™ ...................................................................8

5.4 RAID congurations ..............................................................10

5.4.1 Installing hard disks ................................................ 11

5.4.2 VIA RAID congurations ......................................... 12

Contents

5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ..................................................19

5.6 Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology ................................................20

5.6.1 Enabling Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology .......................20

5.6.2 Launching the Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ software ...................21

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 modications 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.

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Safety information

Electrical safety

• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from

the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices 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 x it by yourself. Contact a qualied 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

qualied service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing the motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This manual contains the following parts:

• Chapter 1: Product introduction

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

• Chapter 2: Hardware information

This chapter 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.

• Chapter 3: Powering up

This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting

down the system.

• Chapter 4: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

• Chapter 5: Software support

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

Where to nd more information

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

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These

documents are not part of the standard package.

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: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

Typography

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than

sign indicates that you must press the enclosed key. Example: <Enter> indicates that you must press the Enter or Return key.

<Multiple key names> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

Command Means that you must enter the command exactly as shown then supply the appropriate values that appear in brackets. Example:

At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

afudos /i[lename]

In this example, you must supply a lename for [lename].

afudos /iM2VX.ROM

M2V-X specications summary

CPU

Chipset

System Bus

Memory

Expansion slots

Storage

Audio

LAN

USB

Special features

Back panel I/O

Internal I/O Connectors

Socket AM2 for AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64FX/ Athlon™ 64/Sempron™ processor Supports AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

VIA K8T890 VIA VT8237A

2000 MT/s

Dual-channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM, max. 8GB, DRR2 800/ 667/ 533, ECC, non-ECC

unbuffered memory

1 x PCIEX16 1 x PCIEX1

4 x PCI

VIA® VT8237A South Bridge:

2 x UltraDMA 133/100/66/33 2 x Serial ATA with RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD

Realtek® ALC660 6-channel High-Denition CODEC Jack Sensing and Enumeration Technology

S/PDIF out interface support

PCI-E Gb LAN controller

Maximum of eight USB 2.0 ports

ASUS EZ Flash2

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

ASUS MyLogo2™ ASUS Q-Fan2 Technology ASUS O. C. Prole SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) from 200MHz up to 400MHz at 1MHz increment

1 x Parallel port

1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x Audio I/O 1 x RJ-45 port 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF output port 4 x USB 2.0 ports

2 x USB 2.0 connectors for 4 additional USB ports

Chassis Intrusion

2 x SATA connectors 2 x IDE connectors

1 x Floppy disk drive connector

24-pin ATX power connector 4-pin ATX 12V power connector

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M2V-X specications summary

Internal I/O Connectors

BIOS features

Manageability

Support CD contents

Accessary

Form Factor

* Specications are subject to change without notice.

1 x COM connector 1x S/PDIF Out connector CD audio in connector 1 x CPU /1 x Chassis fan connectors Front panel audio connector System panel connector

4Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0 SM BIOS 2.3

WfM2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, SM Bus

Device drivers ASUS PC Probe II Anti-virus software ASUS LiveUpdate

User’s manual UltraDMA cable FDD cable I/O shield SATA cable SATA power cable

ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.0 in (30.5 cm x 20.5 cm)

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Chapter 1

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

Product introduction

Chapter summary

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

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

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

ASUS M2V-X

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for buying the ASUS® M2V-X 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

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

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ASUS motherboard support CD

1 x Serial ATA cable

1 x Serial ATA power cable

1 x 80-conductor ribbon cable for Ultra DMA 133/100/66 IDE drives

1 x Ribbon cable for a 3.5-inch oppy drive

I/O shield

User guide

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

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1.3 Special features

1.3.1 Product highlights

Latest processor technology

The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket that supports AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64/Athlon™ FX/Sempron™ processor. With an integrated low-latency high-bandwidth memory controller and a highly scalable HyperTransport™ technology-based system bus, the

motherboard provides a powerful platform for your diverse computing

needs, increased ofce productivity, and enhanced digital media experience. See page 2-6.

AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology

The motherboard supports the AMD Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that

dynamically and automatically changes the CPU speed, voltage and amount of power depending on the task the CPU performs. See pages

4-18 and 5-20.

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 10.7 GB/s. See pages 2-11 to 2-13 for details.

Serial ATA Technology Support

The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial

ATA interfaces and the VIA VT8237A. The SATA specication allows for thinner, more exible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate. See pages 2-23 and 2-24 for details.

Onboard RAID Solution

The motherboard provides a high-performance Serial ATA RAID controller

that enhances hard disk performance and data backup protection without the cost of additional RAID cards.

The onboard VIA VT8237A RAID controller provides RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD conguration to two Serial ATA connectors. See pages 2-23 and 5-10.

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S/PDIF out

The motherboard’s S/PDIF out function turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful speaker systems. See page 2-21.

USB 2.0 technology

The motherboard implements the new Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specication, extending the connection speed from 12 Mbps on USB 1.1 to a fast 480 Mbps on USB 2.0 - supporting up to eight USB 2.0 ports. The higher bandwidth of USB 2.0 allows connection of devices such as high

resolution video conferencing cameras, next generation scanners and

printers, and fast storage units. USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1. See pages 2-21.

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1.3.2 Unique ASUS features

ASUS O.C. Prole

The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Prole that allows users to

conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can

be stored in the CMOS or a separate le, giving users the freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. See page 4-35.

6-channel audio

The motherboard comes with the Realtek ALC660 audio CODEC that provides 6-channel audio, audio jack-sensing and enumeration technology, and S/PDIF out support. See page 2-20 for details.

ASUS Q-Fan2 technology

The ASUS Q-Fan technology smartly adjusts the CPU and Chassis fan speed according to the system load and temperature to ensure quiet, cool, and efcient operation. See page 4-28.

ASUS EZ Flash 2

EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predened 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 ash utility. See page 4-4.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data

from a USB ash disk containing the BIOS le. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip. See page 4-5 for

details.

AI Overclocking

This feature allows convenient overclocking up to 30% (depending on

the installed CPU and DRAM) to enhance system performance while

maintaining system stability. See page 4-15.

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ASUS MyLogo2™

This new feature present in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable boot logos. See pages 4-30, 5-7.

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 reboot the

system to restore the previously saved settings. See page 2-18.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 2

This chapter 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.

Hardware information

Chapter summary

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview .........................................................2-2

2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................2-6

2.4 System memory ................................................................. 2-11

2.5 Expansion slots ..................................................................2-15

2.6 Jumpers .............................................................................2-18

2.7 Connectors ........................................................................2-20

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2.1 Before you proceed

M2V-X

M2V-X Onboard LED

SB_PWR

Standby

Power

OFF

Powered

Off

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 to 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. When lit, this green

LED indicates that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode,

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.

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Socket M2

20.5cm (8.0in

)

30.5cm (12.0in)

PCIEX16_1

M2 V-X

2.2 Motherboard overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts into it.

Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.

Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage

motherboard components.

2.2.1 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.

2.2.2 Screw holes

Place nine (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

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Socket AM2

20.5cm (8.0in)

30.5cm (12.0in)

VIA

K8T890

VT8237A

DDR2 DIMM_B1 (128 bit,240-pin module)

DDR2 DIMM_A1 (128 bit,240-pin module)

DDR2 DIMM_B2(128 bit,240-pin module)

DDR2 DIMM_A2 (128 bit,240-pin module)

PCIEX16_1

PCIEX1_1

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

PCI4

EATXPWR

ATX12V

AAFP

COM1

FLOPPY

USB56

PANEL

SB_PWR

USBPW2

CLRTC

CHASSIS

SATA2SATA1

CHA_FAN

SPDIF_OUT

CR2032 3V Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

USB78

SEC_IDE PRI_IDE

CPU_FAN

KBPWR

USBPW1

PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard

Below:Mic In

Center:Line Out

Top:Line In

RJ-45

Top:

USB3 USB4

Bottom:

F_USB12

PARALLEL PORT

SPDIF_O1

ALC660

4Mb

BIOS

LAN

SUPER I/O

M 2 V-X

2.2.3 Motherboard layout

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2.2.4 Layout Contents

Slots Page

1. DDR2 DIMM slots 2-11

2. PCI slots 2-17

3. PCI Express x 1 slot 2-17

4. PCI Express x 16 slot 2-17

Jumpers Page

1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 2-18

2. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 2-19

3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWR1, USBPWR2) 2-19

Rear Panel Connectors Page

1. PS/2 mouse port 2-20

2. Parallel port 2-20

3. Gigabit LAN port (RJ-45) 2-20

4. Line In port 2-20

5. Line Out port 2-20

6. Microphone port 2-20

7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 2-21

8. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 2-21

9. S/PDIF coaxial cable jack 2-21

10. PS/2 keyboard port 2-21

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Internal Connectors Page

1. Primary IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 2-22

2. Secondary IDE connector (40-1 pin SEC_IDE) 2-22

3. Floppy disk connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-23

4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2) 2-23

5. CPU fan connector (4-pin CPU_FAN) 2-24

6. Chassis fan connector (3-pin CHA_FAN) 2-24

7. CD connector (4-pin CD) 2-25

8. ATX power connector (24-pin ATXPWR) 2-25

9. ATA 12V power connector (4-pin ATX12V) 2-25

10. USB headers (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 2-26

11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO) 2-27

12. System panel connector (20-pin PANEL) 2-27

- System power LED (3-pin PLED)

- System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER)

- Reset switch (2-pin RESET)

- ATX Power switch (2-pin PWRSW)

- Hard Disk activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)

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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

M2V -X CPU AM2 Socket 940

M2V-X

The motherboard comes with a 940-pin AM2 socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2/Athlon™ 64/Athlon™ FX/Sempron™ processor.

The AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Opteron™ processor. Make sure you use a CPU is designed for the AM2 socket. The CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into

the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!

2.3.1 Installing the CPU

To install a CPU:

1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.

2. Unlock the socket by pressing the

lever sideways, then lift it up to a

90º- 100º angle.

Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to 90º-100º angle; otherwise, the CPU will not t in completely.

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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 ts in place.

Gol d tri angle

Sma ll tr iangl e

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.

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2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan

The AMD Athlon™ 64FX or AMD Athlon 64™ processor require a specially

designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.

Make sure that you use only qualied heatsink and fan assembly.

Follow these steps to install the CPU heatsink and fan.

1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, making sure that the

heatsink ts properly on the retention module base.

• The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase.

• You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components.

CPU Fan

Retention Module Base

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CPU Heatsink

Retention bracket lockRetention bracket

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.

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