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......iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3N72-D 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 unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and 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...
......iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3N72-D 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 unique features 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and 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...
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... damaged. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the... motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. ...
... damaged. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the... motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. ...
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... shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. 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 DVD that may include optional...
... shutting down the system. • Chapter 4: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. 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 DVD that may include optional...
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Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
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...on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. ASUS M3N72-D 1-1 Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M3N72-D Cables S�e��ri��al��A��TA�p�o�w�...65533;��Q���-S���h��ie��ld� 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the ...
...on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. ASUS M3N72-D 1-1 Before you for the following items. Motherboard ASUS M3N72-D Cables S�e��ri��al��A��TA�p�o�w�...65533;��Q���-S���h��ie��ld� 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the ...
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... Substances (RoHS). See page 2-6 for details. DDR2 1066 is the first AMD® platform with native DDR2 1066 support. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. See page 2-6 for details. It provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth...
... Substances (RoHS). See page 2-6 for details. DDR2 1066 is the first AMD® platform with native DDR2 1066 support. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. See page 2-6 for details. It provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwidth...
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...multi-GPU technology. See page 2-26 and 2-33 for details. See page 2-24 and 6-5 for details. PCIe 2.0 support This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for audio/video appliances such as HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you with the ... and save. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. ASUS M3N72-D 1-3 Supporting HDCP copy protection such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals, and other PC portable devices. See page 2-27...
...multi-GPU technology. See page 2-26 and 2-33 for details. See page 2-24 and 6-5 for details. PCIe 2.0 support This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for audio/video appliances such as HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs, HDMI provides you with the ... and save. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. ASUS M3N72-D 1-3 Supporting HDCP copy protection such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals, and other PC portable devices. See page 2-27...
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... the mouse or press a key. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to analog format, and therefore well preserves signal quality. See page 2-26 and 2-27 for details. 1.3.2 ASUS unique features ASUS Express Gate Just 5 seconds to your partners on USB devices or ... you to suit your PC! See page 5-31 for details . • The bootup speed depends on system configurations. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on the headphones while playing multi-channel network games. You can real-time chnage the mode under operating system...
... the mouse or press a key. S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to analog format, and therefore well preserves signal quality. See page 2-26 and 2-27 for details. 1.3.2 ASUS unique features ASUS Express Gate Just 5 seconds to your partners on USB devices or ... you to suit your PC! See page 5-31 for details . • The bootup speed depends on system configurations. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on the headphones while playing multi-channel network games. You can real-time chnage the mode under operating system...
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...install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS M3N72-D 1-5 See page 4-5 and 4-35 for details. See page 4-29 and 5-32 for details. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis...like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. See page 2-41 for details. Simply press the predefined hotkey to the motherboard. Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to install. With better electric conductivity...
...install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS M3N72-D 1-5 See page 4-5 and 4-35 for details. See page 4-29 and 5-32 for details. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis...like Skype, online game, video conference and recording. See page 2-41 for details. Simply press the predefined hotkey to the motherboard. Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to install. With better electric conductivity...
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...favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in...Product Introduction Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory, Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI ...
...favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of the motherboard BIOS allows automatic re-setting to the BIOS default settings in...Product Introduction Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage and gradually increase the memory, Front Side Bus (FSB) and PCI ...
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It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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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 2-21 2.6 Jumper 2-25 2.7 Connectors 2-26 ASUS M3N72-D
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 2-21 2.6 Jumper 2-25 2.7 Connectors 2-26 ASUS M3N72-D
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...plugging in any component, ensure that came with a standby power LED. ASUS M3N72-D 2-1 The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before handling... system is ON, in sleep mode, or in the bag that the ATX power supply is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. ...motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. The green LED lights up to the motherboard...
...plugging in any component, ensure that came with a standby power LED. ASUS M3N72-D 2-1 The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before handling... system is ON, in sleep mode, or in the bag that the ATX power supply is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. ...motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. The green LED lights up to the motherboard...
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...rear of the chassis 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated...chassis in the correct orientation. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes ...
...rear of the chassis 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated...chassis in the correct orientation. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes ...
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2.2.3 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS M3N72-D 2-3
2.2.3 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS M3N72-D 2-3
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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an �A�M�2��+�/A��M�2���s��o��c��k���e�t... lift it up to a 90º angle; Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. 2. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle. Make sure you use a CPU designed for the AMD Opteron processor. The CPU...
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an �A�M�2��+�/A��M�2���s��o��c��k���e�t... lift it up to a 90º angle; Socket lever Make sure that the socket lever is lifted up to prevent bending the connectors on the motherboard. 2. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to a 90º angle. Make sure you use a CPU designed for the AMD Opteron processor. The CPU...
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... base is properly applied to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information If the instructions ...in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you install the heatsink and fan ...
... base is properly applied to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. Make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information If the instructions ...in this section do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you install the heatsink and fan ...
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When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 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. • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! 5.
When the fan and heatsink assembly is backward compatiable with old 3-pin CPU fan. 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. • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! 5.