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... only in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. When the CPU is locked. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe FLOPPY EATXPWR 30.5cm (12.0in) Super I/O 1. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place. 5. Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS...
... only in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. When the CPU is locked. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe FLOPPY EATXPWR 30.5cm (12.0in) Super I/O 1. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place. 5. Motherboard layout PS/2KBMS...
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... this guide ix M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Special features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the...
... this guide ix M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Special features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-2 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-2 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-3 2.2.4 Layout contents 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the...
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...ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-46 4.8 Exit menu 4-47 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 Contents 4.3.6 HDD SMART Monitoring 4-18 4.3.7 Installed Memory 4-18 4.3.8 Usable Memory 4-18 4.4 Advanced menu 4-19 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 4-19 4.4.2 AI NET2 4-22 4.4.3 PEG Link Mode 4-22 4.4.4 CPU... Hard Disk Drives 4-38 4.6.4 CDROM Drives 4-38 4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration 4-39 4.6.6 Security 4-40 4.7 Tools menu 4-42 4.7.1 ASUS Music Alarm 4-42...
...ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-46 4.8 Exit menu 4-47 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support CD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support CD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 Contents 4.3.6 HDD SMART Monitoring 4-18 4.3.7 Installed Memory 4-18 4.3.8 Usable Memory 4-18 4.4 Advanced menu 4-19 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 4-19 4.4.2 AI NET2 4-22 4.4.3 PEG Link Mode 4-22 4.4.4 CPU... Hard Disk Drives 4-38 4.6.4 CDROM Drives 4-38 4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration 4-39 4.6.6 Security 4-40 4.7 Tools menu 4-42 4.7.1 ASUS Music Alarm 4-42...
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M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) Storage LAN Socket AM2 for up to two Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 devices - 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors support six Serial ATA devices ... (both at x8 mode) 2 x PCI Express™ x1 slots 3 x PCI 2.2 slots Supports two identical NVIDIA® SLI™-ready graphics card ASUS two-slot thermal design ASUS PEG Link NVIDIA® nForce® 570 SLI™ MCP supports: - 1 x IDE connector for AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 /AMD Athlon™ 64 /AMD Athlon™...
M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) Storage LAN Socket AM2 for up to two Ultra DMA 133/100/66/33 devices - 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors support six Serial ATA devices ... (both at x8 mode) 2 x PCI Express™ x1 slots 3 x PCI 2.2 slots Supports two identical NVIDIA® SLI™-ready graphics card ASUS two-slot thermal design ASUS PEG Link NVIDIA® nForce® 570 SLI™ MCP supports: - 1 x IDE connector for AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 /AMD Athlon™ 64 /AMD Athlon™...
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...15-step DRAM voltage control - Noise filter - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS AI Lifestyle features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Special features SoundMAX® ADI AD1988B... - Profile: overclocking configuration-sharing tool Precision Tweaker: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Music Alarm (continued on the rear panel) AI Nap AI Gear Advanced Thermal Design - ASUS PEG Link ASUS O.C. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS AI Booster Utility ASUS EZ DIY: -
...15-step DRAM voltage control - Noise filter - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System) - M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS AI Lifestyle features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Special features SoundMAX® ADI AD1988B... - Profile: overclocking configuration-sharing tool Precision Tweaker: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Music Alarm (continued on the rear panel) AI Nap AI Gear Advanced Thermal Design - ASUS PEG Link ASUS O.C. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS AI Booster Utility ASUS EZ DIY: -
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M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary Rear panel Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Power ...2.0 connectors support six additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector for two devices 7 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU / 4 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x ADH connector 1 x IEEE 1394a connector 1 x Parallel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out ... power supply with 24-pin and 4-pin 12V plugs ATX 12V 2.0 compliant Device drivers ASUS AI Booster ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor...
M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary Rear panel Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Power ...2.0 connectors support six additional USB 2.0 ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector for two devices 7 x Serial ATA connectors 1 x CPU / 4 x Chassis / 1 x Power fan connectors 1 x ADH connector 1 x IEEE 1394a connector 1 x Parallel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out ... power supply with 24-pin and 4-pin 12V plugs ATX 12V 2.0 compliant Device drivers ASUS AI Booster ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update NVIDIA® MediaShield™ RAID Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor...
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...21 for details AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can choose the mode that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. ASUS Array Mic The bundled Superbeam Array Microphone receives only the sound coming from the reception cone and... Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. See page 5-27 for details. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features AI Gear AI Gear provides four modes that best suits your computing needs.
...21 for details AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can choose the mode that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. ASUS Array Mic The bundled Superbeam Array Microphone receives only the sound coming from the reception cone and... Cool 'n' Quiet Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for details. See page 5-27 for details. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features AI Gear AI Gear provides four modes that best suits your computing needs.
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...allows multi-directional heat flow from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 4-5 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to the correct frequency based on the system configuration. This utility saves users the cost...Express graphics link mode to restore corrupted BIOS data from major thermal sources in the following areas: CPU, power, VGA, and chipset. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is off. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 1- ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you a personal wake-up to the motherboard. The heat pipe, heatsink, and ...
...allows multi-directional heat flow from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See page 4-5 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to the correct frequency based on the system configuration. This utility saves users the cost...Express graphics link mode to restore corrupted BIOS data from major thermal sources in the following areas: CPU, power, VGA, and chipset. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is off. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 1- ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you a personal wake-up to the motherboard. The heat pipe, heatsink, and ...
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... Overclocking System™ (AI NOS™) technology auto‑detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed when needed. See page 4-20 for each parameter. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features ASUS O.C. Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI...
... Overclocking System™ (AI NOS™) technology auto‑detects the CPU loading and dynamically overclocks the CPU speed when needed. See page 4-20 for each parameter. 1.3.4 ASUS Intelligent Overclocking features ASUS O.C. Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI...
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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 2-16 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-21 ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe
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 2-16 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-21 ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe
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...™ 64 FX/AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 and AMD Sempron™ processors. • Make sure you use a CPU is lifted up to a 90º angle. M2N-SLI DELUXE R M2N-SLI DELUXE CPU Socket AM2 2. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle; Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up...
...™ 64 FX/AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 and AMD Sempron™ processors. • Make sure you use a CPU is lifted up to a 90º angle. M2N-SLI DELUXE R M2N-SLI DELUXE CPU Socket AM2 2. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle; Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways, then lift it up...
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Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 2- Gold triangle Small triangle 5. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. 3. When the CPU is locked. 6. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU.
Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 2- Gold triangle Small triangle 5. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. 3. When the CPU is locked. 6. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU.
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... the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on top of the installed CPU, making sure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention... is properly applied to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Place the heatsink on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD Athlon™ 64/AMD Athlon™ 64...
... the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on top of the installed CPU, making sure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. If the instructions in this section do not have to remove the retention... is properly applied to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Place the heatsink on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan The AMD Athlon™ 64/AMD Athlon™ 64...
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CPU_FAN M2N-SLI DELUXE R M2N-SLI DELUXE CPU Fan Connector • Do not forget to the 3-pin CPU fan connector.. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatible to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 5.
CPU_FAN M2N-SLI DELUXE R M2N-SLI DELUXE CPU Fan Connector • Do not forget to the 3-pin CPU fan connector.. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatible to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND 5.
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... to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information To erase the RTC RAM: 1. M2N-SLI DELUXE R CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS M2N-SLI DELUXE Clear RTC RAM • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to pins 2-3. Shut down the key during...
... to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information To erase the RTC RAM: 1. M2N-SLI DELUXE R CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear CMOS M2N-SLI DELUXE Clear RTC RAM • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to pins 2-3. Shut down the key during...
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...CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2N-SLI DELUXE R CHA_FAN1 GND CHA_FAN_PWR Rotation CHA_FAN2 GND CHA_FAN_PWR Rotation CHA_FAN3 M2N-SLI DELUXE Fan Connectors CHA_FAN4 Rotation CHA_FAN_PWR GND Rotation CHA_FAN_PWR GND • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN_PWR1, CHA_FAN_PWR2, CHA_FAN_ PWR3, and CHA_FAN_PWR4 connectors support the ASUS... that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1 A ~ 7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN_PWR1, 3-pin CHA_FAN_PWR2, 3-pin CHA_FAN_PWR3, 3-pin CHA_FAN_PWR4, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The...
...CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2N-SLI DELUXE R CHA_FAN1 GND CHA_FAN_PWR Rotation CHA_FAN2 GND CHA_FAN_PWR Rotation CHA_FAN3 M2N-SLI DELUXE Fan Connectors CHA_FAN4 Rotation CHA_FAN_PWR GND Rotation CHA_FAN_PWR GND • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN_PWR1, CHA_FAN_PWR2, CHA_FAN_ PWR3, and CHA_FAN_PWR4 connectors support the ASUS... that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1 A ~ 7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN_PWR1, 3-pin CHA_FAN_PWR2, 3-pin CHA_FAN_PWR3, 3-pin CHA_FAN_PWR4, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The...
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...voltage. 4.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to individually set overclocking parameters. Option x CPU Frequency x DDR2 Voltage Control x CPU Voltage x CPU Multiplier Advanced Voltage Control [Auto] Disabled Disabled 200.0 Auto Auto Auto Select Menu Item Specific Help ...CPU internal frequency. Selct either one of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the system. Take caution when changing the settings of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Allows you to malfunction. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe...
...voltage. 4.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to individually set overclocking parameters. Option x CPU Frequency x DDR2 Voltage Control x CPU Voltage x CPU Multiplier Advanced Voltage Control [Auto] Disabled Disabled 200.0 Auto Auto Auto Select Menu Item Specific Help ...CPU internal frequency. Selct either one of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the system. Take caution when changing the settings of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Allows you to malfunction. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe...
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... [AI N.O.S.] N.O.S. If this item. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.80V] [1.85V] [1.90V] ~ [2.50V] 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup The ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System feature intelligently determines the system load and automatically boosts the performance for the system. The following items become unstable. The bus... clock generator to become user-configurable when you to [Manual]. CPU Frequency [XXX] (value is auto-detected) Indicates the frequency sent by the bus multiple equals the CPU speed. Setting a very high CPU frequency may cause the system to the system bus and PCI bus...
... [AI N.O.S.] N.O.S. If this item. Configuration options: [Auto] [1.80V] [1.85V] [1.90V] ~ [2.50V] 4-20 Chapter 4: BIOS setup The ASUS Non-delay Overclocking System feature intelligently determines the system load and automatically boosts the performance for the system. The following items become unstable. The bus... clock generator to become user-configurable when you to [Manual]. CPU Frequency [XXX] (value is auto-detected) Indicates the frequency sent by the bus multiple equals the CPU speed. Setting a very high CPU frequency may cause the system to the system bus and PCI bus...
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...-menu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit CPU/Chipset HT Voltage [1.20V] Allows you to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU vCore voltage. Refer to set the processor/chipset HyperTransport voltage. The configuration options may damage the CPU. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Offset 100.0mV] ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 4-21 CPU Multiplier [Auto] Allows you to set the...
...-menu F5: Setup Defaults F10: Save and Exit CPU/Chipset HT Voltage [1.20V] Allows you to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU vCore voltage. Refer to set the processor/chipset HyperTransport voltage. The configuration options may damage the CPU. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Offset 100.0mV] ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 4-21 CPU Multiplier [Auto] Allows you to set the...
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... Memory Timing [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1T] [2T] ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 4-23 DRAM Configuration The items in the sub-menu show the DRAM-related information auto-detected by the BIOS. 4.4.4 CPU Configuration Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Configuration Select Menu CPU Type AMD Engineering Sample CPU Speed 2600 MHz Cache RAM 1024K DRAM Configuration...
... Memory Timing [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1T] [2T] ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 4-23 DRAM Configuration The items in the sub-menu show the DRAM-related information auto-detected by the BIOS. 4.4.4 CPU Configuration Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility CPU Configuration Select Menu CPU Type AMD Engineering Sample CPU Speed 2600 MHz Cache RAM 1024K DRAM Configuration...