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.... The motherboard delivers a host of new features and the latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Serial ATA power cables for buying an ASUS® M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition motherboard! ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1-
.... The motherboard delivers a host of new features and the latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Serial ATA power cables for buying an ASUS® M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition motherboard! ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1-
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See page 2-22 for details. The IEEE 1394a interface allows up the PCI bus. See page 2-23 and 2-27 for details. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 2-22 and 2-27 for details. See page 5-13 to 5-15 for details. This function can only work under... and is backward compatible with a Gigabit LAN controller built into a high-end entertainment system with existing PCI specifications. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to provide ...
See page 2-22 for details. The IEEE 1394a interface allows up the PCI bus. See page 2-23 and 2-27 for details. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 2-22 and 2-27 for details. See page 5-13 to 5-15 for details. This function can only work under... and is backward compatible with a Gigabit LAN controller built into a high-end entertainment system with existing PCI specifications. USB 2.0 technology The motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to provide ...
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... a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Update your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS motherboard's fanless concept is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. See page 4-9 for details. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 4-32 and 4-33 for details. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to personalize and add style to address the thermal issues across the...
... a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Update your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS motherboard's fanless concept is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. See page 4-9 for details. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 4-32 and 4-33 for details. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to personalize and add style to address the thermal issues across the...
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Chapter summary 2 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 2-17 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-22 ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition
Chapter summary 2 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 2-17 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-22 ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition
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... below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply...motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. M2N-PLUS SLI ® SB_PWR ON M2N-PLUS SLI Onboard LED Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition...
... below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply...motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. M2N-PLUS SLI ® SB_PWR ON M2N-PLUS SLI Onboard LED Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition...
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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,...,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) SEC_EIDE PRI_EIDE 30.5cm (12.0in) PARALLEL PORT CPU_FAN COM1 1394_USB34 USBPW12 LAN1_USB12 USBPW34 AUDIO2 M2N-PLUS SLI EATXPWR AUDIO1 CD FP_AUDIO PCIEX16_1 SPDIF_OUT PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 VIA VT6308P Super I/O PCIEX16_2 PCI1 PCI2 TPM IE1394_2 ASAP ® nForcNeV® I5D0I0ASLI™ PWR_FAN CHA_FAN CLRTC...
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,...,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,240-pin module) SEC_EIDE PRI_EIDE 30.5cm (12.0in) PARALLEL PORT CPU_FAN COM1 1394_USB34 USBPW12 LAN1_USB12 USBPW34 AUDIO2 M2N-PLUS SLI EATXPWR AUDIO1 CD FP_AUDIO PCIEX16_1 SPDIF_OUT PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 VIA VT6308P Super I/O PCIEX16_2 PCI1 PCI2 TPM IE1394_2 ASAP ® nForcNeV® I5D0I0ASLI™ PWR_FAN CHA_FAN CLRTC...
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...motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. Recommended Memory Configurations Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - Populated - The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M2N-PLUS SLI ® DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 M2N-PLUS SLI...512 MB, 1 GB, and 2GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Populated ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-11 DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. A DDR2 module has the same...
...motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. Recommended Memory Configurations Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - Populated - The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M2N-PLUS SLI ® DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 M2N-PLUS SLI...512 MB, 1 GB, and 2GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Populated ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-11 DDR2 DIMMs are notched differently to the 184-pin DDR DIMM. A DDR2 module has the same...
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...DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-13 Align a DIMM on the socket. 1 3. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2...with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with...
...DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-13 Align a DIMM on the socket. 1 3. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2...with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with...
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... information on BIOS setup. 2. Keep the screw for the card. 2. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-17 Turn on the next page. 3. Failure to do not need to use . 4. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ..., you removed earlier. 6. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Make sure to the tables on the system and change ...
... information on BIOS setup. 2. Keep the screw for the card. 2. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-17 Turn on the next page. 3. Failure to do not need to use . 4. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ..., you removed earlier. 6. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Make sure to the tables on the system and change ...
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... the slots. PCIe x16 graphics card x8 Other PCIe devices x8, x4, x1 Two identical NVIDIA® SLI™ Edition graphics cards at x8, x8 speed ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-19 2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two NVIDIA® SLI™-ready PCI Express x16 graphic cards that you provide sufficient power when running NVIDIA®...
... the slots. PCIe x16 graphics card x8 Other PCIe devices x8, x4, x1 Two identical NVIDIA® SLI™ Edition graphics cards at x8, x8 speed ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-19 2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two NVIDIA® SLI™-ready PCI Express x16 graphic cards that you provide sufficient power when running NVIDIA®...
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... 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. M2N-PLUS SLI ® TPA2GND TPB2+12V GND TPA2+ GND TPB2+ +12V IE1394_2 1 M2N-PLUS SLI IEEE 1394a connector The IEEE 1394a module is for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports... of the system chassis. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB 78, ASAP) These connectors are for a IEEE 1394a port. The USB module is purchased separately. 6. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-27 Doing so will damage the motherboard!
... 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. M2N-PLUS SLI ® TPA2GND TPB2+12V GND TPA2+ GND TPB2+ +12V IE1394_2 1 M2N-PLUS SLI IEEE 1394a connector The IEEE 1394a module is for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports... of the system chassis. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB 78, ASAP) These connectors are for a IEEE 1394a port. The USB module is purchased separately. 6. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-27 Doing so will damage the motherboard!
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... the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. The ASUS Update utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in the optical drive. 4.1 Managing and updating your system. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS in case you to the corresponding sections for the...
... the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. The ASUS Update utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in the optical drive. 4.1 Managing and updating your system. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS in case you to the corresponding sections for the...
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...USB flash disk, then restart the system. 3. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility B318 FLASH TYPE: PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH Current ROM BOARD: M2N-Plus SLI VER: 0107 DATE: 12/27/2006 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown...32/16/12 format only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- You can switch between drives by two methods. (1) Insert the floppy disk / USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file to ...
...USB flash disk, then restart the system. 3. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility B318 FLASH TYPE: PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH Current ROM BOARD: M2N-Plus SLI VER: 0107 DATE: 12/27/2006 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown...32/16/12 format only. • Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- You can switch between drives by two methods. (1) Insert the floppy disk / USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file to ...
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... the BIOS from the USB flash disk To recover the BIOS from the support CD: 1. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- Prepare the motherboard support CD, the floppy disk or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using the motherboard support CD, the floppy disk, or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file...
... the BIOS from the USB flash disk To recover the BIOS from the support CD: 1. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4- Prepare the motherboard support CD, the floppy disk or the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using the motherboard support CD, the floppy disk, or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file...
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... Temperature The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. These items are not user-configurable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [800 RPM] [1200 RPM] [1600 RPM] ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4-33 When set to disable or set the appropriate performance...power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). These items are not userconfigurable. Chassis Q-Fan Profile [Performance] Allows you to the motherboard, the field shows 0. If any of the chassis Q-Fan. Configuration options: [Performance] [Optimal] [Silent] Vcore Voltage, 3.3V...
... Temperature The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures. These items are not user-configurable. Configuration options: [Disabled] [800 RPM] [1200 RPM] [1600 RPM] ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 4-33 When set to disable or set the appropriate performance...power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). These items are not userconfigurable. Chassis Q-Fan Profile [Performance] Allows you to the motherboard, the field shows 0. If any of the chassis Q-Fan. Configuration options: [Performance] [Optimal] [Silent] Vcore Voltage, 3.3V...
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... OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your computer, browse the contents of the support CD are subject to run the CD. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 5- 5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP/64-bit XP...
... OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your computer, browse the contents of the support CD are subject to run the CD. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 5- 5.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 2000/XP/64-bit XP...
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... computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS AI Nap Installs the ASUS AI Nap. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that the motherboard supports. software. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 5- ASUS AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Utility...
... computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS AI Nap Installs the ASUS AI Nap. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that the motherboard supports. software. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 5- ASUS AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Utility...
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5.2.7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the motherboard. Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 5- Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information.
5.2.7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the motherboard. Browse this CD Displays the support CD contents in graphical format. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 5- Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the support CD. Click an icon to display the specified information.
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... to Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD Cool 'n'Quiet function and set your Power Option Properties depending on your changes and exit BIOS Setup. 4. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 5-11 5.3.2 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount of power depending on...
... to Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD Cool 'n'Quiet function and set your Power Option Properties depending on your changes and exit BIOS Setup. 4. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 5-11 5.3.2 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount of power depending on...
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...motherboard package. Click to perform the speaker test. Click to reset the volume. Click to install the C-Media CM6501 Audio Driver from the support CD that one of each speaker to display the CM6501 Sound Configuration Main Setting screen. • You must use 7.1 Virtual Speaker Shifter. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition..., 6-channel or 8-channel speakers for this setup. • C-Media requires Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Vista version. 5.3.3 C-Media CM6501 audio utility The C-Media Superior Quality Audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability through the C-...
...motherboard package. Click to perform the speaker test. Click to reset the volume. Click to install the C-Media CM6501 Audio Driver from the support CD that one of each speaker to display the CM6501 Sound Configuration Main Setting screen. • You must use 7.1 Virtual Speaker Shifter. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition..., 6-channel or 8-channel speakers for this setup. • C-Media requires Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Vista version. 5.3.3 C-Media CM6501 audio utility The C-Media Superior Quality Audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability through the C-...