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...I/O 1. The CPU fits only in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe Installing the CPU Follow these steps to 90° angle. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it is in one correct...88E1116 ADI 1988B AAFP USB910 PCIEX1_1 JMicron JMB363 SATA_RAID1 PCIEX16_1 M2N-SLI DELUXE PCIEX1_2 R PCI1 nVIDIA NF570-SLI PRI_IDE SATA5 SATA6 SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 PCIEX16_2 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT CD ADFP1 PCI2 PCI3 TSB43AB22A CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS CLRTC CHASSIS IE1394_2 USB78 USB56 PANEL 2. ...
...I/O 1. The CPU fits only in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe Installing the CPU Follow these steps to 90° angle. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it is in one correct...88E1116 ADI 1988B AAFP USB910 PCIEX1_1 JMicron JMB363 SATA_RAID1 PCIEX16_1 M2N-SLI DELUXE PCIEX1_2 R PCI1 nVIDIA NF570-SLI PRI_IDE SATA5 SATA6 SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 PCIEX16_2 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT CD ADFP1 PCI2 PCI3 TSB43AB22A CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS CLRTC CHASSIS IE1394_2 USB78 USB56 PANEL 2. ...
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...the parameters using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your computer. Visit the ASUS website (www. If you changed settings, load the Setup Defaults. Reboot the system when...complete. To enter Setup at start up: Press during POST to display the menus. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe To update the BIOS with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance ...contains the latest BIOS file. You can maximize the features of the user guide for updates. asus.com) for detailed BIOS information. At the DOS prompt, type awdflash and press . Software ...
...the parameters using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your computer. Visit the ASUS website (www. If you changed settings, load the Setup Defaults. Reboot the system when...complete. To enter Setup at start up: Press during POST to display the menus. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe To update the BIOS with the motherboard contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance ...contains the latest BIOS file. You can maximize the features of the user guide for updates. asus.com) for detailed BIOS information. At the DOS prompt, type awdflash and press . Software ...
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... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 Updating the BIOS 4-6 4.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file 4-8 4.1.6 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-9 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-11 4.2.2 Menu...
... the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 Creating a bootable floppy disk 4-4 4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-5 4.1.4 Updating the BIOS 4-6 4.1.5 Saving the current BIOS file 4-8 4.1.6 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-9 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-10 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-11 4.2.2 Menu...
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...4-22 4.4.3 PEG Link Mode 4-22 4.4.4 CPU Configuration 4-23 4.4.5 Chipset 4-27 4.4.6 PCIPnP 4-28 4.4.7 Onboard Device Configuration 4-29 4.5 Power menu 4-32 4.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type 4-32 4.5.2 ACPI APIC Support 4-32 4.5.3 APM Configuration 4-33 4.5.4 Hardware Monitor 4-35 4.6 Boot ... 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 4.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-44 4.7.3 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...
...4-22 4.4.3 PEG Link Mode 4-22 4.4.4 CPU Configuration 4-23 4.4.5 Chipset 4-27 4.4.6 PCIPnP 4-28 4.4.7 Onboard Device Configuration 4-29 4.5 Power menu 4-32 4.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type 4-32 4.5.2 ACPI APIC Support 4-32 4.5.3 APM Configuration 4-33 4.5.4 Hardware Monitor 4-35 4.6 Boot ... 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 4.7.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-44 4.7.3 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...
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...of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in municipal waste. Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal ... contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables from the existing system before you detect any area where it , carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a ...
...of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in municipal waste. Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal ... contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables from the existing system before you detect any area where it , carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a ...
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... guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the support CD that may have to install SLI‑ready PCI Express graphics cards. Detailed descriptions of the...
... guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the support CD that may have to install SLI‑ready PCI Express graphics cards. Detailed descriptions of the...
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xiii M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary Rear panel Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Power requirements Support CD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x Serial (COM1) port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x External Serial ATA port 1 x ... PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion, PXE ATX 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: 12 in...
xiii M2N-SLI Deluxe specifications summary Rear panel Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Power requirements Support CD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x Serial (COM1) port 1 x IEEE 1394a port 1 x External Serial ATA port 1 x ... PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis intrusion, PXE ATX 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: 12 in...
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.... Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe IEEE 1394a module 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 module 6 x Serial ATA cables 3 x Serial ATA power cables for six devices 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS SLI™ Bridge ASUS Array Mic ASUS Q-Connector Kit for buying an ASUS® M2N-SLI Deluxe motherboard! Before you for USB, IEEE1394, and...
.... Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application CD Documentation ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe IEEE 1394a module 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 module 6 x Serial ATA cables 3 x Serial ATA power cables for six devices 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable I/O shield ASUS SLI™ Bridge ASUS Array Mic ASUS Q-Connector Kit for buying an ASUS® M2N-SLI Deluxe motherboard! Before you for USB, IEEE1394, and...
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...-latency high-bandwidth memory controller and a highly scalable HyperTransport™ technology-based system bus, the motherboard provides a powerful platform for details. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that speeds up to ‑point serial interconnections...higher clockspeeds by carrying data in a single system. See page 2-18 for six SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors. The NVIDIA® nForce® 570 SLI™ chipset allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configuration for details. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI...
...-latency high-bandwidth memory controller and a highly scalable HyperTransport™ technology-based system bus, the motherboard provides a powerful platform for details. DDR2 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that speeds up to ‑point serial interconnections...higher clockspeeds by carrying data in a single system. See page 2-18 for six SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors. The NVIDIA® nForce® 570 SLI™ chipset allows RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5, and JBOD configuration for details. PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI...
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...compliant to powerful audio and speaker systems. See pages 2-23 and 2-32 for your wired or wireless Internet, LAN, and file sharing requirements. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to the IEEE 1394a standard. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 1- ... with USB 1.1. The Serial ATA 3 Gb/s specification provides twice the bandwidth of new features, including Nativa Command Queueing (NCQ), and Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm. Serial ATA allows for your networking needs. USB 2.0 is the SATA-On-The-Go. See pages 2-22...
...compliant to powerful audio and speaker systems. See pages 2-23 and 2-32 for your wired or wireless Internet, LAN, and file sharing requirements. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to the IEEE 1394a standard. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 1- ... with USB 1.1. The Serial ATA 3 Gb/s specification provides twice the bandwidth of new features, including Nativa Command Queueing (NCQ), and Power Management (PM) Implementation Algorithm. Serial ATA allows for your networking needs. USB 2.0 is the SATA-On-The-Go. See pages 2-22...
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...advanced de-reverberation techniques to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. You can continue running at minimum power and noise when the user is temporarily away. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like ...that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. This mechanism eliminates a large number of interferences, including neighboring speakers and reverberation. See page 4-26 for details. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features AI Gear AI Gear provides four modes that ...
...advanced de-reverberation techniques to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. You can continue running at minimum power and noise when the user is temporarily away. Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises (non-voice signals) like ...that adjust the CPU frequency and Vcore voltage minimizing system noise and power consumption. This mechanism eliminates a large number of interferences, including neighboring speakers and reverberation. See page 4-26 for details. 1.3.2 ASUS AI Lifestyle features AI Gear AI Gear provides four modes that ...
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... cable connections. Simply press the predefined hotkey to lower overall system temperature, resulting in the most notably in the following areas: CPU, power, VGA, and chipset. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 1- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from major thermal sources in the motherboard to launch the utility and update...
... cable connections. Simply press the predefined hotkey to lower overall system temperature, resulting in the most notably in the following areas: CPU, power, VGA, and chipset. ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 1- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from major thermal sources in the motherboard to launch the utility and update...
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... before removing or plugging in soft‑off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. M2N-SLI DELUXE R SB_PWR ON Standby Power M2N-SLI DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 2- The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components...
... before removing or plugging in soft‑off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. M2N-SLI DELUXE R SB_PWR ON Standby Power M2N-SLI DELUXE Onboard LED OFF Powered Off ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 2- The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components...
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... so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it . Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis M2N-SLI DELUXE R 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to...
... so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it . Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis M2N-SLI DELUXE R 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to...
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... Marvell 88E1116 USB910 PCIEX1_1 JMicron JMB363 SATA_RAID1 PCIEX16_1 PRI_IDE M2N -SLI DELUX E PCIEX1_2 R nVIDIA NF570-SLI SATA5 SATA6 Marvell 88E1116 PCI1 SATA4 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 PCIEX16_2 ADI 1988B AAFP SB_PWR CD ADH PCI2 PCI3 TSB43AB22A IE1394_2 USB78 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS CLRTC CHASSIS USB56 PANEL CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN4 30.5cm (12.0in) ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 2-
... Marvell 88E1116 USB910 PCIEX1_1 JMicron JMB363 SATA_RAID1 PCIEX16_1 PRI_IDE M2N -SLI DELUX E PCIEX1_2 R nVIDIA NF570-SLI SATA5 SATA6 Marvell 88E1116 PCI1 SATA4 SATA3 SATA2 SATA1 PCIEX16_2 ADI 1988B AAFP SB_PWR CD ADH PCI2 PCI3 TSB43AB22A IE1394_2 USB78 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power 4Mb BIOS CLRTC CHASSIS USB56 PANEL CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN4 30.5cm (12.0in) ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 2-
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To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 2-15 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 DIMM notch Unlocked retaining clip • A DDR2 ... a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Do not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips...
To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe 2-15 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 DIMM notch Unlocked retaining clip • A DDR2 ... a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Do not force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips...
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... sure to the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the next page. 3. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 2-16...
... sure to the card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the next page. 3. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 2-16...
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... can only operate at x8 speed) PCI slots PCI Express x1 slot • In single card mode, we recommend that you provide sufficient power when running NVIDIA® SLI™ mode. See page 2-28 for details. • We recommend that you use the blue PCI Express x16 (PCIEX16_1) slot. • Due to...
... can only operate at x8 speed) PCI slots PCI Express x1 slot • In single card mode, we recommend that you provide sufficient power when running NVIDIA® SLI™ mode. See page 2-28 for details. • We recommend that you use the blue PCI Express x16 (PCIEX16_1) slot. • Due to...
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...and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Reinstall the battery. 5. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! 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 clear the Real Time Clock... (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. For ...
...and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Reinstall the battery. 5. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! 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 clear the Real Time Clock... (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. For ...
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... a Serial ATA hard disk drive that you can combine with an external Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s device to an external SATA box. Longer cables support higher power requirements to deliver signal up to the audio configuration table below for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 13. 9. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available...
... a Serial ATA hard disk drive that you can combine with an external Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s device to an external SATA box. Longer cables support higher power requirements to deliver signal up to the audio configuration table below for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 13. 9. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available...