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... Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the motherboard package. • Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. ix Where to find more information Refer to perform when ... Refer to install SLI-ready PCI Express graphics cards. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support CD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter...
... Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the motherboard package. • Chapter 6: NVIDIA® SLI™ technology support This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. ix Where to find more information Refer to perform when ... Refer to install SLI-ready PCI Express graphics cards. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support CD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter...
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... Parameter Recall) Adjustable FSB/DDR2 ratio. ASUS Q-Connector - M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary ASUS AI Lifestyle features Overclocking features Special features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors ASUS AI Lifestyle Vista Edition features: - AI Remote - Fixed PCI/PCIe frequencies ASUS EZ DIY: - TPM Support (the module is purchased separately) - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS MyLogo2 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse...
... Parameter Recall) Adjustable FSB/DDR2 ratio. ASUS Q-Connector - M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary ASUS AI Lifestyle features Overclocking features Special features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors ASUS AI Lifestyle Vista Edition features: - AI Remote - Fixed PCI/PCIe frequencies ASUS EZ DIY: - TPM Support (the module is purchased separately) - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS MyLogo2 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse...
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... are subject to change without notice. M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support CD Form factor 4 Mb BIOS ROM, AWARD BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion, PXE 1 x SLI bridge 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x SATA cables 1 x SATA power cable for 2 devices 1 x I/O shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit (USB, system panel...
... are subject to change without notice. M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support CD Form factor 4 Mb BIOS ROM, AWARD BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion, PXE 1 x SLI bridge 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable 2 x SATA cables 1 x SATA power cable for 2 devices 1 x I/O shield 1 x ASUS Q-Connector kit (USB, system panel...
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...motherboard, and most efficient manner. See page 5-9 and 5-10 for details. See page 2-33 for details. Simply press the predefined hotkey to dissipate heat in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 4-32 and 4-33 for details. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of buying a replacement BIOS... chip. See page 4-9 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special...
...motherboard, and most efficient manner. See page 5-9 and 5-10 for details. See page 2-33 for details. Simply press the predefined hotkey to dissipate heat in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 4-32 and 4-33 for details. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of buying a replacement BIOS... chip. See page 4-9 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS Special...
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ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2- 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR ATX12V SPDIF_O1 CPU_FAN Socket AM2 DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,... PCIEX1_2 VIA VT6308P Super I/O PCIEX16_2 PCI1 PCI2 TPM IE1394_2 ASAP ® nForcNeV® I5D0I0ASLI™ PWR_FAN CHA_FAN CLRTC CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS SATA1 SATA3 PANEL SB_PWR USBPW56 USBPW78 SATA2 USB78 CHASSIS SATA4 FLOPPY USB56 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2- 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.5cm (9.6in) PS/2KBMS T: Mouse B: Keyboard KBPWR ATX12V SPDIF_O1 CPU_FAN Socket AM2 DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,... PCIEX1_2 VIA VT6308P Super I/O PCIEX16_2 PCI1 PCI2 TPM IE1394_2 ASAP ® nForcNeV® I5D0I0ASLI™ PWR_FAN CHA_FAN CLRTC CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS SATA1 SATA3 PANEL SB_PWR USBPW56 USBPW78 SATA2 USB78 CHASSIS SATA4 FLOPPY USB56 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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Failure to the card. See Chapter 4 for later use . ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-17 Keep the screw for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to do not need to install expansion cards. otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system ...When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Make sure to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Secure the card to unplug the power cord...
Failure to the card. See Chapter 4 for later use . ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-17 Keep the screw for information on BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to do not need to install expansion cards. otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system ...When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Make sure to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Secure the card to unplug the power cord...
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... RTC RAM: 1. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. M2N-PLUS SLI ® M2N-PLUS SLI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system...
... RTC RAM: 1. Remove the onboard battery. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. M2N-PLUS SLI ® M2N-PLUS SLI Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system...
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... 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB USBPW34 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW56 USBPW78 12 23 M2N-PLUS SLI USB device wake-up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide ...in the BIOS. 2. See section 4.5.3 APM Configuration. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. M2N-PLUS SLI ® KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M2N-PLUS SLI Keyboard power setting ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-21...
... 2 1 +5V (Default) 3 2 +5VSB USBPW34 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW56 USBPW78 12 23 M2N-PLUS SLI USB device wake-up +5V (Default) +5VSB • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide ...in the BIOS. 2. See section 4.5.3 APM Configuration. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. M2N-PLUS SLI ® KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M2N-PLUS SLI Keyboard power setting ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-21...
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... GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RRGSSNAADTTAA__RRXXRRRGPNSSSN22AAADTTTAAA___TTRXXXPNP222 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND GND M2N-PLUS SLI SATA connectors M2N-PLUS SLI SATA connectors ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-25 The Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s is set to PIN 1. The RAID function of these connectors, enable the RAID Enable item in the SATA Configuration sub-menu in the BIOS. M2N-PLUS SLI ® NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on...
... GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RRGSSNAADTTAA__RRXXRRRGPNSSSN22AAADTTTAAA___TTRXXXPNP222 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND GND M2N-PLUS SLI SATA connectors M2N-PLUS SLI SATA connectors ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-25 The Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s is set to PIN 1. The RAID function of these connectors, enable the RAID Enable item in the SATA Configuration sub-menu in the BIOS. M2N-PLUS SLI ® NOTE: Orient the red markings (usually zigzag) on...
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.... Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. M2N-PLUS SLI ® SPEAKER PANEL Speaker Ground Ground +5V Ground Reset Ground PWR RESET PWRSW PLED PLEDPLED+ IDE_LEDIDE_LED+ IDE_LED * Requires an ATX power supply. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-31 Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. M2N-PLUS SLI System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin...
.... Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. M2N-PLUS SLI ® SPEAKER PANEL Speaker Ground Ground +5V Ground Reset Ground PWR RESET PWRSW PLED PLEDPLED+ IDE_LEDIDE_LED+ IDE_LED * Requires an ATX power supply. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-31 Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. M2N-PLUS SLI System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin...
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...If your retailer for the first time 1. At power on . ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 3- Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. 3.1 Starting up when you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the chain)... Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may light up . System power 6. ...
...If your retailer for the first time 1. At power on . ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 3- Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. 3.1 Starting up when you do not see BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the chain)... Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may light up . System power 6. ...
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Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-14 4.4 Advanced menu 4-19 4.5 Power menu 4-29 4.6 Boot menu 4-34 4.7 Tools menu 4-39 4.8 Exit menu 4-40 ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.3 Main menu 4-14 4.4 Advanced menu 4-19 4.5 Power menu 4-29 4.6 Boot menu 4-34 4.7 Tools menu 4-39 4.8 Exit menu 4-40 ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition
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... allows you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or Award BIOS Flash utilities. 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. This utility is copied to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the future. See page 5-3 for details...
... allows you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 (Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or Award BIOS Flash utilities. 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. This utility is copied to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the future. See page 5-3 for details...
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... from the Open window, then click Open. 4. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to complete the update process. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Click Next. 5. Follow...
... from the Open window, then click Open. 4. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to complete the update process. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Click Next. 5. Follow...
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...BIOS without having to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it . ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility B318 FLASH TYPE: PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH Current ROM BOARD: M2N-Plus SLI...Tools menu to select EZ Flash2 and press to the floppy disk drive or the USB port. To update the BIOS using a DOS‑based utility. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- You can switch between drives by pressing before the correct file is accessible by two methods. (1) Insert the...
...BIOS without having to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it . ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility B318 FLASH TYPE: PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH Current ROM BOARD: M2N-Plus SLI...Tools menu to select EZ Flash2 and press to the floppy disk drive or the USB port. To update the BIOS using a DOS‑based utility. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- You can switch between drives by pressing before the correct file is accessible by two methods. (1) Insert the...
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Rename the file to M2NPLUSSLI.BIN and save it to For NF590-SLI-M2N-PLUS SLI DATE:03/30/2006 Flash Type - Under the DOS mode, use (X stands for AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. At the prompt, type Message: Please input File Name! Boot the system in DOS mode using...Software folder of floppy disk, CD ROM or USB flash File Name to the floppy disk, CD ROM or a USB flash disk with the latest BIOS file. 3. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH the folder of the support CD to Program: disk you created earlier. 4. Follow these instructions to avoid loading the...
Rename the file to M2NPLUSSLI.BIN and save it to For NF590-SLI-M2N-PLUS SLI DATE:03/30/2006 Flash Type - Under the DOS mode, use (X stands for AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. At the prompt, type Message: Please input File Name! Boot the system in DOS mode using...Software folder of floppy disk, CD ROM or USB flash File Name to the floppy disk, CD ROM or a USB flash disk with the latest BIOS file. 3. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH the folder of the support CD to Program: disk you created earlier. 4. Follow these instructions to avoid loading the...
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....14 the File Name to Program: M2NPLUSV.bin Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 7. File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- The utility displays a Flashing Complete message indicating that you to restart the system. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2NPLUSV.bin Flashing...
....14 the File Name to Program: M2NPLUSV.bin Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 7. File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- The utility displays a Flashing Complete message indicating that you to restart the system. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2NPLUSV.bin Flashing...
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... during the flashing process. Flash Type - AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to save the current BIOS file. Follow steps 1 to save the current BIOS file. Save current BIOS as field, For NF590-SLI-M2N-PLUS SLI DATE:03/30/2006 then press . To save the file. Type...
... during the flashing process. Flash Type - AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to save the current BIOS file. Follow steps 1 to save the current BIOS file. Save current BIOS as field, For NF590-SLI-M2N-PLUS SLI DATE:03/30/2006 then press . To save the file. Type...
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... to the USB port. 2. Insert the motherboard support CD to restore the BIOS file when it ... The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0 Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- Recovering the BIOS from the support CD To recover...
... to the USB port. 2. Insert the motherboard support CD to restore the BIOS file when it ... The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Award BootBlock BIOS v1.0 Copyright (c) 2000, Award Software, Inc. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- Recovering the BIOS from the support CD To recover...
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4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility ...arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in .] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [Disabled] Change the internal time. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4-11 Installed Memory Usable Memory 512MB 511MB F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓...purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information.
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility ...arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. • The BIOS setup screens shown in .] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [Disabled] Change the internal time. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4-11 Installed Memory Usable Memory 512MB 511MB F1:Help ESC: Exit ↑↓...purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information.