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...LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ...ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ii ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY...
...LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ...ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ii ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY...
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Contents Notices...v Safety information vi About this guide vi M2N68-AM SE specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 ... 1.7 Connectors 1-9 1.7.1 Rear panel ports 1-9 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-10 1.8 Software support 1-15 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-15 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-15 1.8.3 ASUS Express Gate 1-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS...
Contents Notices...v Safety information vi About this guide vi M2N68-AM SE specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 ... 1.7 Connectors 1-9 1.7.1 Rear panel ports 1-9 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-10 1.8 Software support 1-15 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-15 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-15 1.8.3 ASUS Express Gate 1-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS...
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M2N68-AM SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage Audio USB LAN AMD® Socket AM2... ALC662 High Definition Audio 6-channel CODEC Supports Jack-detection and Multi-streaming Supports up to 4GB system memory * Due to www.asus.com for the AM2+ CPU models. ** Refer to AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1066 is recommended if you install... per channel. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB. Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you are using a Windows 32-bit operating system.
M2N68-AM SE specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage Audio USB LAN AMD® Socket AM2... ALC662 High Definition Audio 6-channel CODEC Supports Jack-detection and Multi-streaming Supports up to 4GB system memory * Due to www.asus.com for the AM2+ CPU models. ** Refer to AM2+ CPU limitation, only one DDR2 1066 is recommended if you install... per channel. Hence, a total installed memory of less than 3GB. Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you are using a Windows 32-bit operating system.
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... PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz to 300MHz at 0.05V increment Overclocking protection: - Memory tuning from 533MHz to 1066MHz - M2N68-AM SE specifications summary ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x COM port 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional... cable 1 x IO Shield User Manual MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.0 in Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port ...
... PCIe frequency tuning from 200MHz to 300MHz at 0.05V increment Overclocking protection: - Memory tuning from 533MHz to 1066MHz - M2N68-AM SE specifications summary ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x COM port 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional... cable 1 x IO Shield User Manual MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.0 in Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port ...
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... that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments; Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1-7 Chapter 1: Product introduction Secure the card to the card. 3. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two... network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the screw. 6. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphics cards that they support. Replace the chassis cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an ...
... that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments; Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1-7 Chapter 1: Product introduction Secure the card to the card. 3. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two... network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the screw. 6. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x16 graphics cards that they support. Replace the chassis cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an ...
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.... PS/2 Keyboard port. The data transfer rate of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. M2N68-AM SE SATA1 SATA2 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND M2N68-AM SE SATA connectors GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1.../s specification. Line Out port (lime). Refer to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other serial devices. 10. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to a microphone. Microphone port (pink). This port is for pointing devices or other audio sources. 4. ASUS M2N68-AM SE 1-10...
.... PS/2 Keyboard port. The data transfer rate of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. M2N68-AM SE SATA1 SATA2 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND M2N68-AM SE SATA connectors GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1.../s specification. Line Out port (lime). Refer to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other serial devices. 10. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to a microphone. Microphone port (pink). This port is for pointing devices or other audio sources. 4. ASUS M2N68-AM SE 1-10...
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...cap on the motherboard, ensuring that supports up to the CPU fan connector. Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. 4. These USB connectors comply with the USB 2.0 specification that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at the... the CPU fan cable to 480Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! M2N68-AM SE CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2N68-AM SE CPU fan connector ASUS M2N68-AM SE 1-12 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10...
...cap on the motherboard, ensuring that supports up to the CPU fan connector. Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. 4. These USB connectors comply with the USB 2.0 specification that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of 1A~2.22A (26.64W max.) at the... the CPU fan cable to 480Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! M2N68-AM SE CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M2N68-AM SE CPU fan connector ASUS M2N68-AM SE 1-12 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10...
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... 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you intend to hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out M2N68-AM SE SPEAKER PIN 1 M2N68-AM SE Speaker Out Connector 1-13 Chapter 1: Product introduction The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. ...• We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. Speaker connector (4- The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs,...
... 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you intend to hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out M2N68-AM SE SPEAKER PIN 1 M2N68-AM SE Speaker Out Connector 1-13 Chapter 1: Product introduction The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. ...• We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. Speaker connector (4- The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs,...
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... options: [SATA Mode] 2.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the appropriate IDE device type. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Type [Auto] Selects the type...
... options: [SATA Mode] 2.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the appropriate IDE device type. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 32Bit Data Transfer [Enabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer. Type [Auto] Selects the type...
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.... AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2-6 ASUS M2N68-AM SE 2.3.5 SATA 1-2 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the general system specifications. These values are not user-configurable. Setting to the device occurs multiple sectors...
.... AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2-6 ASUS M2N68-AM SE 2.3.5 SATA 1-2 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the general system specifications. These values are not user-configurable. Setting to the device occurs multiple sectors...
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...] When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Palette Snooping [Disabled] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is installed in the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [Enabled], the palete snooping feature informs...
...] When set to [Reserved], the IRQ is reserved for legacy ISA devices. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Palette Snooping [Disabled] When set to [PCI Device], the specific IRQ is installed in the system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IRQ-xx assigned to [PCI Device] When set to [Enabled], the palete snooping feature informs...
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..., the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that provides at least 1A on the system through the onboard voltage regulators. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] The... onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. If the fan is not connected to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Power On] [Power Off] Power On By PCI/PCIE Device [Disabled...
..., the items RTC Alarm Date, RTC Alarm Hour, RTC Alarm Minute, and RTC Alarm Second appear with set to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that provides at least 1A on the system through the onboard voltage regulators. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] The... onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 2.0 specifications. If the fan is not connected to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Power On] [Power Off] Power On By PCI/PCIE Device [Disabled...