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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M2N-MX SE PLUS specifications summary x 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii M2N-MX SE PLUS specifications summary x 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.2 Placement direction 1-8 1.5.3 Screw holes 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13...
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...UltraDMA 133 / 100 / 66 / 33 - 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s with RAID 0, RAID 1 - M2N-MX SE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio LAN USB Special features BIOS ... 64-bit Supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD Live!™ Ready *This motherboard supports both AM2+ and AM2 processors, but AM2 processors work at AM2 platform, and .../ 100 Mbps LAN Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS EZ Flash ASUS MyLogo 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI ...
...UltraDMA 133 / 100 / 66 / 33 - 2 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s with RAID 0, RAID 1 - M2N-MX SE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Front Side Bus Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage High Definition Audio LAN USB Special features BIOS ... 64-bit Supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD Live!™ Ready *This motherboard supports both AM2+ and AM2 processors, but AM2 processors work at AM2 platform, and .../ 100 Mbps LAN Supports up to 8 USB 2.0 / 1.1 ports ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS EZ Flash ASUS MyLogo 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI ...
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...buffered DDR2 1066 memory and AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology. Before you for buying an ASUS® M2N-MX SE PLUS motherboard! AM2+ CPU socket is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology This... hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for details. See page 1-9 for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 / 66...
...buffered DDR2 1066 memory and AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology. Before you for buying an ASUS® M2N-MX SE PLUS motherboard! AM2+ CPU socket is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Latest processor technology This... hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for details. See page 1-9 for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS motherboard Cables 1 x Serial ATA signal cables 1 x Serial ATA power cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133 / 100 / 66...
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...PCI Express interface. DDR2 memory support This motherboard supports DDR2 1066 memory which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- The NVIDIA® nForce™...174; nForce 430 MCP southbridge allows RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD configurations for details. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which provides great performance for Serial ATA 3Gb/s. See pages 1-13 to ...
...PCI Express interface. DDR2 memory support This motherboard supports DDR2 1066 memory which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- The NVIDIA® nForce™...174; nForce 430 MCP southbridge allows RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD configurations for details. AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which provides great performance for Serial ATA 3Gb/s. See pages 1-13 to ...
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... while minimizing the impact on the environment. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- This is in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. ASUS EZ Flash With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to your system with customizable...replacement BIOS chip. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. See page 2-6 for details. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS...
... while minimizing the impact on the environment. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- This is in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to restore the original BIOS data from a floppy disk. ASUS EZ Flash With the ASUS EZ Flash, you to your system with customizable...replacement BIOS chip. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 This feature allows you can easily update the system BIOS even before loading the operating system. See page 2-6 for details. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS...
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... following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. R M2N-MX SE PLUS SB_PWR ON Standby Power M2N-MX SE PLUS Onboard LED OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. •...reminder that you install or remove any component, ensure that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is detached from...
... following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. R M2N-MX SE PLUS SB_PWR ON Standby Power M2N-MX SE PLUS Onboard LED OFF Powered Off 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. •...reminder that you install or remove any component, ensure that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is detached from...
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ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- 24.5cm (9.6in) 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 19.3cm (7.6in) PS/2KBM S T: Mouse B: Keyboard ATX12V EATXPWR DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) COM1 Socket AM2+ PARALLEL PORT VGA USB34 PS2_USBPW1-4 LAN_USB12 Attansic F2 R CHA_ FAN AUDIO Super I/O 8Mb BIOS CD CPU_FAN M2N-MX SE PLUS PCIEX16 CLRTC CR2032 3V...
ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- 24.5cm (9.6in) 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Motherboard layout 19.3cm (7.6in) PS/2KBM S T: Mouse B: Keyboard ATX12V EATXPWR DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) COM1 Socket AM2+ PARALLEL PORT VGA USB34 PS2_USBPW1-4 LAN_USB12 Attansic F2 R CHA_ FAN AUDIO Super I/O 8Mb BIOS CD CPU_FAN M2N-MX SE PLUS PCIEX16 CLRTC CR2032 3V...
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The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis R M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis 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.
The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis R M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! 1.5.2 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis 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.
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... R M2N-MX SE PLUS M2N-MX SE PLUS CPU Socket AM2+ 2. AM2+ socket is designed for the AM2+ socket. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes...in only one correct orientation. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- The AM2+ socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™ ...
... R M2N-MX SE PLUS M2N-MX SE PLUS CPU Socket AM2+ 2. AM2+ socket is designed for the AM2+ socket. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and damaging the CPU! DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes...in only one correct orientation. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1- The AM2+ socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 / Athlon™ ...
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... package. 7. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. The lever clicks on the motherboard. R M2N-MX SE PLUS CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2N-MX SE PLUS CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction When the CPU is locked. 6. Carefully...
... package. 7. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. The lever clicks on the motherboard. R M2N-MX SE PLUS CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2N-MX SE PLUS CPU Fan Connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction When the CPU is locked. 6. Carefully...
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.... • The retention module base is properly applied to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you install the heatsink and fan...™ FX / Sempron™ processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-11 CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with ...
.... • The retention module base is properly applied to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you install the heatsink and fan...™ FX / Sempron™ processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to install the CPU heatsink and fan. 1. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-11 CPU Fan CPU Heatsink Retention Module Base Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with ...
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... sockets. • Always use identical DDR2 DIMM pairs for the latest Qualified Vendors List. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-13 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
... sockets. • Always use identical DDR2 DIMM pairs for the latest Qualified Vendors List. DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-13 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into the 1 socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 ... or removing DIMMs or other system components. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unlock the DIMM. 2 1 1 DDR2 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-17 Remove the DIMM from the socket. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the...
Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install DDR DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. 1. DO NOT force a DIMM into the 1 socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 ... or removing DIMMs or other system components. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to unlock the DIMM. 2 1 1 DDR2 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-17 Remove the DIMM from the socket. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the...
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... do not need IRQ assignments; IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-19 Re-direct to IRQ#9 3 11 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 4 12 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 6 14 Floppy .../2 Compatible Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 A B C D used - -
... do not need IRQ assignments; IRQ assignments for ISA or PCI devices. Standard interrupt assignments IRQ Priority Standard Function 0 1 System Timer 1 2 Keyboard Controller 2 - ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-19 Re-direct to IRQ#9 3 11 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 4 12 Communications Port (COM1)* 5 13 IRQ holder for PCI steering* 6 14 Floppy .../2 Compatible Mouse Port* 13 8 Numeric Data Processor 14 9 Primary IDE Channel 15 10 Secondary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for this motherboard PCI slot 1 PCI slot 2 A B C D used - -
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... to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of device(s) Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to configure your device(s). PRI_IDE R M2N-MX SE PLUS M2N-MX SE PLUS IDE Connector ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-25...
... to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of device(s) Master Slave Master Slave Cable connector Black Black Gray Black or gray • Pin 20 on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to configure your device(s). PRI_IDE R M2N-MX SE PLUS M2N-MX SE PLUS IDE Connector ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-25...
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...jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. 4. R M2N-MX SE PLUS CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_ FAN Rotation +12V GND M2N-MX SE PLUS Fan Connectors 5. The... slot opening at +12V. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. +5V SPDIFOUT GND R M2N-MX SE PLUS SPDIF_OUT M2N-MX SE PLUS Digital Audio Connector ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-27 These are not jumpers! Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to the fan...
...jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. 4. R M2N-MX SE PLUS CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_ FAN Rotation +12V GND M2N-MX SE PLUS Fan Connectors 5. The... slot opening at +12V. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. +5V SPDIFOUT GND R M2N-MX SE PLUS SPDIF_OUT M2N-MX SE PLUS Digital Audio Connector ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-27 These are not jumpers! Connect the S/PDIF module cable to this connector, then install the module to the fan...
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Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 7. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such ... CD) These connectors allow you to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC R M2N-MX SE PLUS USB56 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND M2N-MX SE PLUS USB 2.0 Connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 6. USB connectors (10-1 pin...
Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 7. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such ... CD) These connectors allow you to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC R M2N-MX SE PLUS USB56 1 USB78 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND M2N-MX SE PLUS USB 2.0 Connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 6. USB connectors (10-1 pin...
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... Panel Select item in the BIOS to hear system beeps and warnings. R M2N-MX SE PLUS SPEAKER 1 +5V GND GND Speaker Out M2N-MX SE PLUS Speaker Out Connector ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-29 Connect one end of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector. See section ...-compliant pin definition pin definition AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD AGND NC NC NC R M2N-MX SE PLUS AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R Line out_R NC Line out_L MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L M2N-MX SE PLUS Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that you to [HD Audio]. The...
... Panel Select item in the BIOS to hear system beeps and warnings. R M2N-MX SE PLUS SPEAKER 1 +5V GND GND Speaker Out M2N-MX SE PLUS Speaker Out Connector ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 1-29 Connect one end of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • By default, this connector. See section ...-compliant pin definition pin definition AGND PRESENSE# MIC2_JD HP_HD AGND NC NC NC R M2N-MX SE PLUS AAFP MIC2_L MIC2_R Line out_R NC Line out_L MIC2_L MIC2_R HP_R Jack_Sense HP_L M2N-MX SE PLUS Front Panel Audio Connector • We recommend that you to [HD Audio]. The...
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... the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. Make sure that contains the BIOS file to prevent system boot failure! • A "Floppy not found !" ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 2- Rebooting. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to the floppy disk drive. A "M2PLUSSE.ROM not found ...EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is not found in the drive. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for the motherboard and rename the same to display the following. Completed. error message appears if the correct BIOS file is accessible by pressing + during ...
... the Format 3 1/2 Floppy dialog box. Make sure that contains the BIOS file to prevent system boot failure! • A "Floppy not found !" ASUS M2N-MX SE PLUS 2- Rebooting. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to the floppy disk drive. A "M2PLUSSE.ROM not found ...EZ Flash utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is not found in the drive. EZFlash starting BIOS update Checking for the motherboard and rename the same to display the following. Completed. error message appears if the correct BIOS file is accessible by pressing + during ...