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......vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3N-HT Deluxe Series 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 unique features 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-8 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...
......vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3N-HT Deluxe Series 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 unique features 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-8 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...
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... on the next page) xi Supports up to 1920 x 1440 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1440 @75Hz HDMI/DVI/RGB support Supports Microsoft® DirectX® 10, O��p�en�G��L® 2.0, Pixel Shader 4.0 Support PCIe...Windows® Vista only) Maximum shared memory of 512MB Supports HDMI™ Technology with max. R���e�f�e�r��t�o� www.asus.com for IDE mode) . - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots...
... on the next page) xi Supports up to 1920 x 1440 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1440 @75Hz HDMI/DVI/RGB support Supports Microsoft® DirectX® 10, O��p�en�G��L® 2.0, Pixel Shader 4.0 Support PCIe...Windows® Vista only) Maximum shared memory of 512MB Supports HDMI™ Technology with max. R���e�f�e�r��t�o� www.asus.com for IDE mode) . - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots...
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... ASUS Crystal Sound: - Profile - ASUS EZ Flash 2 (continued on ASUS websites - ASUS AI Cool Mempipe (Mempipe edition only) - ASUS AI Audio 2 ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS O.C. ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution & Stack Cool 2 - ASUS Q-Fan 2 - ASUS Noise Filter - ASUS Q-Connector - Further free features upgradable on the next page) xii ASUS AI Gear 2 - ASUS Q-Shield - Web browser, *file downloading and uploading - ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design - M3N-HT Deluxe...
... ASUS Crystal Sound: - Profile - ASUS EZ Flash 2 (continued on ASUS websites - ASUS AI Cool Mempipe (Mempipe edition only) - ASUS AI Audio 2 ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS O.C. ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution & Stack Cool 2 - ASUS Q-Fan 2 - ASUS Noise Filter - ASUS Q-Connector - Further free features upgradable on the next page) xii ASUS AI Gear 2 - ASUS Q-Shield - Web browser, *file downloading and uploading - ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design - M3N-HT Deluxe...
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...1 x HDMI 1 x D-Sub 1 x External SATA 1 x LAN (RJ-45) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel audio I /O connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - vDIMM: 35-step DRAM voltage control - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking ... Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) (continued on the next page) xiii
...1 x HDMI 1 x D-Sub 1 x External SATA 1 x LAN (RJ-45) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel audio I /O connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - vDIMM: 35-step DRAM voltage control - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking ... Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header Chassis Intrusion connector CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) (continued on the next page) xiii
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xiv M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support CD contents Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS AI Suite ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus Utility (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xiv M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support CD contents Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS AI Suite ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus Utility (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-1 Before you for buying an ASUS® M3N-HT Deluxe Series motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1.1 Welcome! Retail version only) 1 x ASUS 3-way SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge Optional fan for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series I/O modules 1 x Multi...
ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-1 Before you for buying an ASUS® M3N-HT Deluxe Series motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1.1 Welcome! Retail version only) 1 x ASUS 3-way SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge Optional fan for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series I/O modules 1 x Multi...
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... discrete GeForce® GPU(s) to www.nvidia.com/hybridsli for a quiet, low power PC experience. Refer to the motherboard GPU for more information. It provides faster �d�a�t�a��t�r�a�n�s��fe... of NVIDIA discrete graphics cards when combined with this series motherboard GPUs. Hybrid SLI technology today includes two primary features: GeForce® Boost and HybridPower™. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-3 PCIe 2.0 support This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for the supported CPU ...
... discrete GeForce® GPU(s) to www.nvidia.com/hybridsli for a quiet, low power PC experience. Refer to the motherboard GPU for more information. It provides faster �d�a�t�a��t�r�a�n�s��fe... of NVIDIA discrete graphics cards when combined with this series motherboard GPUs. Hybrid SLI technology today includes two primary features: GeForce® Boost and HybridPower™. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-3 PCIe 2.0 support This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for the supported CPU ...
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... Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only. 8+2 Phase Power Design ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design, �w�i�th��i�n�d�e��p�e�n��...
... Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only. 8+2 Phase Power Design ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design, �w�i�th��i�n�d�e��p�e�n��...
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... electric conductivity, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). See page 2-38 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 4-39 for details. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without entering Windows or the Hard Disk. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-7 This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at...
... electric conductivity, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). See page 2-38 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 4-39 for details. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without entering Windows or the Hard Disk. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-7 This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at...
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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 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-25 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series
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 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-25 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series
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...that came with a standby power LED. M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE Onboard LED SB_PWR ON OFF Standy Power Powered Off ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-1 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before ...you install or remove any component, ensure that you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that the ATX...
...that came with a standby power LED. M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE Onboard LED SB_PWR ON OFF Standy Power Powered Off ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-1 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before ...you install or remove any component, ensure that you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that the ATX...
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... overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis M3N-HT DELUXE 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to the chassis. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it . 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical...
... overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis M3N-HT DELUXE 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to the chassis. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you place it . 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical...
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ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-3 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.4cm (9.6in) KB_USB56 EATX12V CPU_FAN SPDIF_O12 DDR DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin ...module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET AM2+ VGA_HDMI LAN1_USB12 ESATA AUDIO nVidia® nForce 780a SLI EATXPWR PRI_IDE Attansic F1 PCIEX16_1 M3N-HT DELUXE PCI1...
ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-3 30.5cm (12.0in) 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 24.4cm (9.6in) KB_USB56 EATX12V CPU_FAN SPDIF_O12 DDR DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin ...module) DDR DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET AM2+ VGA_HDMI LAN1_USB12 ESATA AUDIO nVidia® nForce 780a SLI EATXPWR PRI_IDE Attansic F1 PCIEX16_1 M3N-HT DELUXE PCI1...
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M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE CPU SOCKET AM2+/AM2 2. otherwise, the CPU will not fit in only one correct orientation. Make sure you use a CPU designed for the AMD Opteron ... to a 90º angle; Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an �A�M�2��+�/A��M�2���s��o��c��k��...
M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE CPU SOCKET AM2+/AM2 2. otherwise, the CPU will not fit in only one correct orientation. Make sure you use a CPU designed for the AMD Opteron ... to a 90º angle; Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an �A�M�2��+�/A��M�2���s��o��c��k��...
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Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that it is locked. 6. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. When the CPU is in place. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-7 3. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4. 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. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU.
Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place, push down the socket lever to indicate that it is locked. 6. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. When the CPU is in place. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-7 3. Position the CPU above the socket such that came with a small triangle. 4. 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. The lever clicks on the side tab to secure the CPU.
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Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-9 Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. 2. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base. 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.
Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-9 Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. 2. Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the module base. 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.
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Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE CPU fan connector • Do not forget 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 compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM 5.
Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE CPU fan connector • Do not forget 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 compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM 5.
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...the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the grooved edge of the heatsink. Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-11 Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the ...heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. Make sure that the ASUS logo faces to the CPU socket. 3. Installing the optional fan with an active...
...the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the grooved edge of the heatsink. Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-11 Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the ...heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. Make sure that the ASUS logo faces to the CPU socket. 3. Installing the optional fan with an active...
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2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information