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... C-Media Superior Quality Audio 7.1 channel CODEC (Vista-ready) - Supports S/PDIF Out interface VIA 1394 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports Supports up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (four at x8 mode ASUS two-slot thermal design NVIDIA® nForce® 500 SLI™ MCP supports: - 2 x IDE connectors..., both at mid-board, four on the rear panel) (continued on the next page) xi M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394a USB 2.0 Socket AM2 for four Ultra DMA133/100/66/33...
... C-Media Superior Quality Audio 7.1 channel CODEC (Vista-ready) - Supports S/PDIF Out interface VIA 1394 controller supports 2 x 1394a ports Supports up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (four at x8 mode ASUS two-slot thermal design NVIDIA® nForce® 500 SLI™ MCP supports: - 2 x IDE connectors..., both at mid-board, four on the rear panel) (continued on the next page) xi M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) Storage LAN Audio IEEE 1394a USB 2.0 Socket AM2 for four Ultra DMA133/100/66/33...
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... 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector System panel connector (continued on the next page) xii TPM Support (the module is purchased separately) - Fixed PCI/PCIe frequencies ASUS EZ DIY: - ASAP (ASUS Accelerated Propeller) - M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary ASUS AI Lifestyle features Overclocking features Special features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors...
... 4-pin ATX 12 V power connector System panel connector (continued on the next page) xii TPM Support (the module is purchased separately) - Fixed PCI/PCIe frequencies ASUS EZ DIY: - ASAP (ASUS Accelerated Propeller) - M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary ASUS AI Lifestyle features Overclocking features Special features Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors...
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... only) AI Remote (Retail version only) User's manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support CD Form factor...
... only) AI Remote (Retail version only) User's manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in (30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support CD Form factor...
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.... 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- 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...
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... USB 1.1. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology through simple, low-cost, high-bandwidth asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 2-22 and 2-27 for... details. USB 2.0 is Microsoft Vista-ready. See page 2-22 for your growing networking needs. IEEE 1394a support The ...
... USB 1.1. S/PDIF digital sound ready The motherboard supports the S/PDIF technology through simple, low-cost, high-bandwidth asynchronous (real-time) data interfacing between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 2-22 and 2-27 for... details. USB 2.0 is Microsoft Vista-ready. See page 2-22 for your growing networking needs. IEEE 1394a support The ...
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... an OS-based flash utility. See page 5-9 and 5-10 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is specifically created to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 4-9 for details. Update your system with noise and malfunction ... step with one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your BIOS easily without entering ...
... an OS-based flash utility. See page 5-9 and 5-10 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is specifically created to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 1- See page 4-9 for details. Update your system with noise and malfunction ... step with one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in the motherboard allows you to personalize and add style to your BIOS easily without entering ...
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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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M2N-PLUS SLI ® SB_PWR ON M2N-PLUS SLI Onboard LED Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off mode....the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in any motherboard component. This is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or...
M2N-PLUS SLI ® SB_PWR ON M2N-PLUS SLI Onboard LED Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2- Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off mode....the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in any motherboard component. This is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or...
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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) 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®...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) 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®...FLOPPY USB56 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-
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When the CPU is locked. 6. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. 3. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2- Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4.
When the CPU is locked. 6. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. 3. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2- Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4.
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Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2- 2. Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base.
Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2- 2. Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base.
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..., 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. Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module...
..., 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. Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module...
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... on the socket such that it flips out 1 with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. 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. Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM... Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components.
... on the socket such that it flips out 1 with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. 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. Failure to do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM... Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. To install a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components.
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...; DS JM388Q643A-6 ••• SS T6UA512C5 ••• DS T6UB1GC5 ••• SS TB3D2667C58S ••• DS TB4D2667C58D ••• ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-15 HYB18T256800AF3 D6408TEBGGL3U D6408TEBGGL3U HYB18T256800AF3S HYB18T512160AF-3S HYB18T512800AF3S HYB18T256800AF3S(ECC) HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) HYB18T512800BF3S(ECC) HYB18T512160BF-3S HYB18T512800BF3S HYB18T512800BF3S ZCE6K4T51083QC K4T51163QC-ZCE6 K4T51083QC ZCE6K4T51083QC...
...; DS JM388Q643A-6 ••• SS T6UA512C5 ••• DS T6UB1GC5 ••• SS TB3D2667C58S ••• DS TB4D2667C58D ••• ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-15 HYB18T256800AF3 D6408TEBGGL3U D6408TEBGGL3U HYB18T256800AF3S HYB18T512160AF-3S HYB18T512800AF3S HYB18T256800AF3S(ECC) HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) HYB18T512800AF3S(ECC) HYB18T512800BF3S(ECC) HYB18T512160BF-3S HYB18T512800BF3S HYB18T512800BF3S ZCE6K4T51083QC K4T51163QC-ZCE6 K4T51083QC ZCE6K4T51083QC...
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... inoperable. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to install expansion cards. See Chapter 4 for later use . When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-17 Make sure to the tables on the system...
... inoperable. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to install expansion cards. See Chapter 4 for later use . When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-17 Make sure to the tables on the system...
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... 2-29 for details. • See chapter 6 for better thermal environment. 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® SLI™ mode. PCI Express x16_1 slot (blue) PCI Express x1 slot PCI Express x1 slot... card x8 PCIE x16_2 (Black) slot Card type Speed NA - 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
... 2-29 for details. • See chapter 6 for better thermal environment. 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® SLI™ mode. PCI Express x16_1 slot (blue) PCI Express x1 slot PCI Express x1 slot... card x8 PCIE x16_2 (Black) slot Card type Speed NA - 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
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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 the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power ... ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in reduced power mode). M2N-PLUS SLI ® KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M2N-PLUS SLI Keyboard power setting ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-21 USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up . ...
... 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 the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power ... ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in reduced power mode). M2N-PLUS SLI ® KBPWR 12 23 +5V (Default) +5VSB M2N-PLUS SLI Keyboard power setting ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-21 USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW12, USBPW34, USBPW56, USBPW78) Set these jumpers to +5V to wake up . ...
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.... This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Connect the IR receiver ONLY to the audio configuration table below for connecting USB 2.0 devices. Serial port (COM port). ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-23 Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 14. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue...
.... This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Connect the IR receiver ONLY to the audio configuration table below for connecting USB 2.0 devices. Serial port (COM port). ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-23 Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects an external audio output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 14. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue...
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...; SATA2 SATA4 SATA2 SATA4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RGSNADTA_RXRGNSN4ADTA_TXP4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 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 If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, or JBOD configuration through the onboard NVIDIA® MediaShield™ controller. If you installed...
...; SATA2 SATA4 SATA2 SATA4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RGSNADTA_RXRGNSN4ADTA_TXP4 RSATA_RXP4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 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 If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, or JBOD configuration through the onboard NVIDIA® MediaShield™ controller. If you installed...
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... the motherboard! Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The USB module is purchased separately. 6. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-27 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC M2N-PLUS SLI...
... the motherboard! Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The USB module is purchased separately. 6. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. ASUS M2N-Plus SLI Vista Edition 2-27 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC M2N-PLUS SLI...