Asus P5E-VM SE User Manual
P5E-VM SE
Motherboard
E3660
First Edition V1
February 2008
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Contents
Contents ...................................................................................................... iii
Notices ......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information ..................................................................................... vii
About this guide ....................................................................................... viii
P5E-VM SE specications summary .......................................................... x
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents .........................................................................
1.3 Special features ............................................................................
1.3.1 Product highlights ...........................................................
1.3.2 ASUS AI Exclusive features ............................................
1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features .....................................................
1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features ..........................
1.4 Before you proceed .....................................................................
1.5 Motherboard overview .................................................................
1.5.1 Placement direction ........................................................
1.5.2 Screw holes ....................................................................
1.5.3 Motherboard layout .......................................................
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .................................................
1.6.1 Installing the CPU .........................................................
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ..............................
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan .........................
1.7 System memory .........................................................................
1.7.1 Overview .......................................................................
1.7.2 Memory congurations ..................................................
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM ..........................................................
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................
1.8 Expansion slots ..........................................................................
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card .........................................
1.8.2 Conguring an expansion card .....................................
1.8.3 Interrupt assignments ...................................................
1.8.4 PCI slot .........................................................................
1.8.5 PCI Express x1 slots .....................................................
1.8.6 PCI Express x16 slot .....................................................
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1.9 Jumper ........................................................................................ 1-27
1.10 Connectors .................................................................................
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors ..................................................
1.10.2 Internal connectors .......................................................
Chapter 2: BIOS setup
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-2
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................
2.1.2 Creating a bootable oppy disk .......................................
2.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ...................................................
2.1.4 AFUDOS utility ................................................................
2.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ......................................
2.2 BIOS setup program ..................................................................
2.2.1 BIOS menu screen .........................................................
2.2.2 Menu bar ........................................................................
2.2.3 Navigation keys ..............................................................
2.2.4 Menu items ...................................................................
2.2.5 Sub-menu items ............................................................
2.2.6 Conguration elds .......................................................
2.2.7 Pop-up window .............................................................
2.2.8 Scroll bar .......................................................................
2.2.9 General help .................................................................
2.3 Main menu ..................................................................................
2.3.1 System Time .................................................................
2.3.2 System Date .................................................................
2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A .........................................................
2.3.4 Language ......................................................................
2.3.5 SATA 1/2/5/6; PATA Primary Master/Slave ....................
2.3.6 SATA Conguration .......................................................
2.3.7 System Information .......................................................
2.4 Advanced menu .........................................................................
2.4.1 Jumperfree Conguration .............................................
2.4.2 Ai Net 2 .........................................................................
2.4.3 USB Conguration ........................................................
2.4.4 CPU Conguration ........................................................
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2.4.5 Chipset .......................................................................... 2-24
2.4.6 Onboard Devices Conguration ....................................
2.4.7 PCIPnP .........................................................................
2.5 Power menu ................................................................................
2.5.1 Suspend Mode ..............................................................
2.5.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume ........................................
2.5.3 ACPI 2.0 support ...........................................................
2.5.4 ACPI APIC Support .......................................................
2.5.5 APM Conguration ........................................................
2.5.6 Hardware Monitor .........................................................
2.6 Boot menu ..................................................................................
2.6.1 Boot Device Priority ......................................................
2.6.2 Boot Settings Conguration ..........................................
2.6.3 Security .........................................................................
2.7 Tools menu .................................................................................
2.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ..........................................................
2.7.2 ASUS O.C. Prole .........................................................
2.7.3 Ai Net 2 .........................................................................
2.8 Exit menu ....................................................................................
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 3-2
3.2 Support CD information ..............................................................
3.2.1 Running the support CD .................................................
3.2.2 Drivers menu ...................................................................
3.2.3 Utilities menu ..................................................................
3.2.4 Manual menu ..................................................................
3.2.5 ASUS Contact information ..............................................
3.2.6 Other information ............................................................
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Appendix: CPU features
A.1 Intel® EM64T ..................................................................................A-2
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A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
A.2.1 System requirements ......................................................
A.2.2 Using the EIST ................................................................
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A.3 Intel
Hyper-Threading Technology ...........................................A-4
Technology (EIST) ........................A-2
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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 modications
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 adpater or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If
you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact
your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
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 qualied
service technician or your retailer.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical,
electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not
be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring
the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports. This chapter also lists the hardware setup procedures
that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes
description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
• Chapter 2: 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 3: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support CD that comes with the
motherboard package.
• Appendix: CPU features
The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the
motherboard supports.
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.
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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the
Enter or Return key.
<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the
key names are connected with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as
shown.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
afudos /iP5E-VM SE.ROM
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P5E-VM SE specications summary
CPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme /
Chipset Intel® G35 / ICH9 with Intel® Fast Memory Access Technology
System bus 1333/1066/800 MHz
Memory Dual-channel memory architecture
VGA Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3500 integrated
Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express™ x16 slot
Storage Southbridge ICH9
LAN Atheros L1 PCI-E Gigabit LAN controller
Audio Realtek® ALC883 8-channel High-Denition Audio CODEC
IEEE 1394 VIA VT6308P controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports
USB 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 at mid-board, 6 at back panel)
Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme / Pentium® D /
Pentium® 4 processors
Compatible with Intel® 05B/05A/06 processors
Supports Intel® 45nm multi-core CPUs
* This motherboard supports FSB 1333/1066/800 MHz
- 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered
non-ECC DDR2 800/667/533 MHz memory modules
- Supports up to 8 GB system memory
Supports RGB with max. resolution 2048 x 1536@75Hz
Maximum shared memory of 384 MB
Supports Microsoft® DirectX® 10, OpenGL® 2.0,
Pixel Shader 4.0
* The DirectX® 10 driver will be provided by the chipset
vendor later.
2 x PCI Express™ x1 slots
1 x PCI slot
- 4 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s ports
JMicron® JMB368 PATA controller supports:
- 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices
PCIe Gb LAN controller
- Supports Jack-Detection, Enumeration, Multi-Streaming
- Coaxial S/PDIF out port at back I/O
- ASUS Noise Filter
(one at midboard; one at back panel)
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AI Lifestyle Unique
features
Other features ASUS MyLogo3™
ASUS Exclusive
Overclocking
features
Rear panel
connectors
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
- ASUS AI Gear 2
- ASUS AI Nap
- ASUS Q-Fan 2
ASUS Crystal Sound:
- ASUS Noise Filter
ASUS EZ DIY:
- ASUS Q-Connector
- ASUS AI Direct Link
- ASUS O.C. Prole
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS AI Booster utility
Precision Tweaker 2:
- vDRAM: 33-step DRAM voltage control
- vChipset (N.B.): 24-step chipset voltage control
- vFSB: 16-step FSB voltage control
- vChipset (CPU PLL): 16-step CPU PLL voltage control
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection:
- vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.0125V increment
- FSB tuning from 200 MHz to 800 MHz at 1 MHz
increment
- Memory tuning from 533 MHz to 1333 MHz
- PCI Express frequency tuning from 100 MHz to 150 MHz
at 1 MHz increment
Overclocking protection:
- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
1 x PS/2 Mouse port (green)
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port
1 x D-Sub port
1 x IEEE1394a port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
8-channel audio ports
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Internal connectors 3 x USB connectors support 6 additional USB ports
BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM
Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE
Support CD contents Drivers
Form factor uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.6 in (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
*Specications are subject to change without notice.
1 x Floppy disk drive connector
1 x IDE connector
4 x Serial ATA connectors
1 x CPU / 1 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors
1 x IEEE1394a connector
1 x COM connector
1 x S/PDIF Out header
Chassis intrusion connector
Front panel audio connector
CD audio in connector
24-pin ATX power connector
4-pin ATX 12V power connector
System panel connector (Q-Connector)
BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, ASUS EZ Flash 2,
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS PC Probe II
ASUS Update
ASUS AI Suite
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Multi-language MB installation guide
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This chapter describes the features of the
motherboard and the new technology it supports.
This chapter also lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform when installing
system components. It includes description of the
jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
Chapter 1: Product
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introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS® P5E-VM SE 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.
Motherboard ASUS P5E-VM SE
Cables 1 x Serial ATA signal cable
1 x Serial ATA power cable
1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable
1 x Floppy disk drive cable
Accessories I/O shield
1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, system panel;
Retail version only)
Application CD ASUS motherboard support CD
ASUS Superb Software Library CD
Documentation 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
Intel® Quad-core Processor Ready
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core processors in the LGA775
package and Intel’s next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. It is excellent for
multi-tasking, multi-media and enthusiastic gamers with 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB.
Intel® Quad-core processor is one of the most powerful CPU in the world. See
page 1-11 for details.
Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the LGA775
package and Intel’s next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. With the new
Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB, the
Intel® Core™2 is one of the most powerful and energy efcient CPUs in the world.
See page 1-11 for details.
Intel G35 Chipset
The Intel® G35 Express Chipset boosts your gaming and multimedia experience
with the integrated graphics engine Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3500. It
supports the latest 1333 MHz FSB multi-core processors, 384 MB video shared
memory, Microsoft® DirectX® 10, OpenGL® 2.0, and Pixel Shader 4.0, delivering
breakthroughs in 3D and 2D graphics as well as video capabilities. Featuring the
Intel® Clear Video Technology, enhanced post-processing and Vista™ compatibility,
this chipset meets the changing display requirements of visually rich applications
and provides smooth playback of High-Denition videos, superb 3D effects, crisp
imaging, and accurate color control.
DDR2 memory support
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer rates of
800/667 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics,
multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR2 architecture
doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance,
eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 12.8 GB/s. Furthermore, this
motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels. Users may
install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel
and single-channel functions at the same time. This new feature optimizes the use
of available memory size. See page 1-18 for details.
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Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology
This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial
ATA (SATA) 3 Gb/s storage specication. See page 1-31 for details.
IEEE 1394a support
The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video
appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals
& other PC portable devices. See pages 1-29 and 1-33 for details.
S/PDIF digital sound ready
This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio
systems via the coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack. It
allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the
best signal quality. See pages 1-29 and 1-32 for details.
High Denition Audio
Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 8-channel High Denition
Audio CODEC enables high-quality 192 KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing
feature, and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different
audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the
headphone while playing multi-channel network games. See pages 1-28 to 1-29 for
details.
Green ASUS
This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction
on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision
of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard
consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
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1.3.2 ASUS AI Exclusive features
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the
overclocking capability.
AI Gear 2
AI Gear 2 allows you to choose proles to adjust the CPU frequency and
Vcore voltage to minimize system noise and power consumption. You can
change the mode in real-time in the operating system to maximum power
saving mode and save up to 50% power when using word processing
applications.
AI Nap
With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise
when you are temporarily away. To wake the system and return to the OS
environment, simply click the mouse or press a key.
Q-Fan 2
ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis
fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efcient
operation. See pages 1-34, 2-30, and 2-31 for details.
ASUS Crystal Sound
This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game,
video conference and recording.
Noise Filter
This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like
computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates
it in the incoming audio stream while recording.
ASUS EZ DIY
ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer
components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings.
ASUS Q-Connector
ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis
front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the
trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding
wrong cable connections. See page 1-38 for details.
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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. See page 2-9 for details.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the predened
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 pages 2-6 and 2-36 for details.
ASUS AI Direct Link
AI Direct Link can easily and efciently transfer large amounts of data via
the network cable - saving up to 70% of the total time taken. With AI Direct
Link, it becomes easy to backup or share large data les like movies or other
media content.
1.3.3 ASUS Stylish features
ASUS MyLogo3™
This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for
a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. See page 2-33 for details.
Smart Support CD
It provides a checklist to allow the user to see which drivers are already installed,
as well as those that aren’t. When using ASUS PC Probe II, you can easily see the
critical parts of the computer.
1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features
AI Booster
The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows
environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS.
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Precision Tweaker 2
Allows the user to adjust the NB Voltage, FSB termination Voltage, CPU PLL
Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in 0.02v steps to netune voltages to achieve the
most precise setting for the ultimate customized overclocking conguration. See
page 2-20 for details.
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
The C.P.R. feature of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the
BIOS default settings in case the system hangs due to overclocking. When the
system hangs due to overclocking, C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system
chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the
BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for each parameter. See page
1-27 for details.
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1.4 Before you proceed
P5E-VM SE
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P5E-VM SE Onboard LED
SB_PWR
ON
Standby
Power
OFF
Powered
Off
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal
object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to
avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic
pad or in the bag that came with the component.
• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power
supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power
supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,
peripherals, and/or components.
Onboard LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that
the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you
should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or
plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location
of the onboard LED.
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1.5 Motherboard overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to
ensure that the motherboard ts into it.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage
motherboard components.
1.5.1 Placement direction
When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in
the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the
chassis as indicated in the image below.
1.5.2 Screw holes
Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard
to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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1.5.3 Motherboard layout
PANEL
P5E-VM SE
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AAFP
CHASSIS
24.5cm (9.6in)
24.5cm (9.6in)
CPU_FAN
DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM_A2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
FLOPPY
Super
I/O
CD
PCIEX16_1
CLRTC
SB_PWR
EATXPWR
CR2032 3V
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
CHA_FAN1
COM1
ATX12V
LGA775
Intel
®
G35
IE1394_2
PWR_FAN
Intel
®
ICH9
PCIEX1_1
LAN1_USB12
KBMS
USB3-6
AUDIO
E1394
BIOS
DET_X16_1
DET_X1_1
USB910
DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module)
DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module)
ALC883
PRI_EIDE
PCI1
DET_PCI1
SPDIF_OUT
SATA1
SATA5
VIA
VT6308P
ATHEROS
Attansic
VGA
SPDIF_O1
PCIEX1_2
DET_X1_2
USB1112 USB78
SATA2
SATA6
Silicon
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for
the Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® Extreme /
Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 processors.
• Make sure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
• Connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN1 connector to ensure
system stability.
•
Upon purchase of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on
the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer
immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP
cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost
of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.
•
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes
with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts
resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/
incorrect removal of the PnP cap.
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1.6.1 Installing the CPU
P5E-VM SE
®
P5E-VM SE CPU Socket 775
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you
and the load lever is on your left.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is
released from the retention tab.
Retention tab
Load lever
A
B
This side of the socket box
should face you.
To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you
are installing a CPU.
3. Lift the load lever in the direction of
the arrow to a 135º angle.
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PnP cap
4. Lift the load plate with your
thumb and forenger to a
100º angle (A), then push the
PnP cap from the load plate
window to remove (B).
B
A
Load plate
5. Position the CPU over the
Alignment key
socket, making sure that
the gold triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of the
socket then t the socket
alignment key into the CPU
notch.
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!
6. Close the load plate (A), then
push the load lever (B) until it
snaps into the retention tab.
7. If installing a dual-core CPU,
connect the chassis fan cable
to the CHA_FAN1 connector
to ensure system stability.
The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced
Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology
(EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more
information on these CPU features.
CPU notch
Gold triangle mark
A
B
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1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan
assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
•
When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan
and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you
use only Intel®-certied multi-directional heatsink and fan.
•
Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design
and requires no tool to install.
•
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure
that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU
heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.
Make sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you
install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the
installed CPU, making sure that
the four fasteners match the
holes on the motherboard.
Orient the heatsink and fan
assembly such that the CPU
fan cable is closest to the
CPU fan connector.
Motherboard hole
Fastener
Narrow end
of the groove
Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing
outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.)
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P5E-VM SE
®
P5E-VM SE CPU fan connector
CPU_FAN
GND
CPU FAN PWR
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWM
2. Push down two fasteners at a
time in a diagonal sequence
to secure the heatsink and fan
assembly in place.
B
A
A
A
B
B
A
B
3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled
CPU_FAN.
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors
can occur if you fail to plug this connector.
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1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from
the connector on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in
a diagonal sequence to disengage
the heatsink and fan assembly
from the motherboard.
A
B
A
A
B
B
A
B
4. Carefully remove the heatsink
and fan assembly from the
motherboard.
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5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to
ensure correct orientation when
reinstalling.
The narrow end of the
groove should point outward
after resetting. (The photo
shows the groove shaded for
emphasis.)
Narrow end of the groove
Refer to the documentation in the boxed or stand-alone CPU fan package for
detailed information on CPU fan installation.
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1.7 System memory
P5E-VM SE
®
P5E-VM SE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets
DIMM_A2
DIMM_A1
DIMM_B2
DIMM_B1
1.7.1 Overview
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory
Modules (DIMM) sockets.
The gure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets:
Channel Sockets
Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2
Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2
1.7.2 Memory congurations
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR2
DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
Recommended Memory Congurations
Mode
Single-Channel
DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2
Populated — — —
— — Populated —
Dual-channel (1) Populated — Populated —
Dual-channel (2) Populated Populated Populated Populated
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Sockets
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