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...18 4.4.2 Ai Net 2 4-20 4.4.3 CPU Configuration 4-20 4.4.4 Chipset 4-21 4.4.5 PCIPnP 4-23 4.4.6 Onboard Device Configuration 4-24 4.4.7 USB Configuration 4-26 4.5 Power menu 4-27 4.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type 4-27 4.5.2 ACPI APIC Support 4-27 4.5.3 APM Configuration 4-27 4.5.4 ... 4-32 4.6.4 Security 4-33 4.7 Tools menu 4-35 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-35 4.7.2 Express Gate 4-36 4.8 Exit menu 4-37 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support DVD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4...
...18 4.4.2 Ai Net 2 4-20 4.4.3 CPU Configuration 4-20 4.4.4 Chipset 4-21 4.4.5 PCIPnP 4-23 4.4.6 Onboard Device Configuration 4-24 4.4.7 USB Configuration 4-26 4.5 Power menu 4-27 4.5.1 ACPI Suspend Type 4-27 4.5.2 ACPI APIC Support 4-27 4.5.3 APM Configuration 4-27 4.5.4 ... 4-32 4.6.4 Security 4-33 4.7 Tools menu 4-35 4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-35 4.7.2 Express Gate 4-36 4.8 Exit menu 4-37 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the support DVD 5-1 5.2.2 Drivers menu 5-2 5.2.3 Utilities menu 5-3 5.2.4...
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... Maximum shared memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows 32-bit operation system may onlyl recognize less than 3GB is supported by AM2+ CPUs only. M3N72-D specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage LAN High Definition audio AMD® Socket AM2/AM2+ for Phenom™... AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD Live!™ Ready Supports CPU TDP up to 140W NVIDIA® nForce 750a SLI Up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz - Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce® 8 Series GPU - resolution up to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors...
... Maximum shared memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows 32-bit operation system may onlyl recognize less than 3GB is supported by AM2+ CPUs only. M3N72-D specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage LAN High Definition audio AMD® Socket AM2/AM2+ for Phenom™... AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD Live!™ Ready Supports CPU TDP up to 140W NVIDIA® nForce 750a SLI Up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz - Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce® 8 Series GPU - resolution up to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors...
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...ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xii ASUS AI Nap - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - vChipset: 4-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS... panel) ASUS Express Gate: - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS 4+1 Phase Power Design - M3N72-D specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features LSI® FW322 controller supports 2 x...
...ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xii ASUS AI Nap - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - vChipset: 4-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS... panel) ASUS Express Gate: - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS 4+1 Phase Power Design - M3N72-D specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features Other features ASUS exclusive overclocking features LSI® FW322 controller supports 2 x...
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... 1 x CPU Fan connector 1 x Chassis Fan connector 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header 1 x Chassis Intrusion connector 1 x CD audio in 1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 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 Support DVD...
... 1 x CPU Fan connector 1 x Chassis Fan connector 1 x Power Fan connector 1 x IEEE1394a connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header 1 x Chassis Intrusion connector 1 x CD audio in 1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 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 Support DVD...
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... the environment. Native DDR2 1066 support This motherboard is supported by AM2+ CPUs only. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS...
... the environment. Native DDR2 1066 support This motherboard is supported by AM2+ CPUs only. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ / Sempron™ CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS...
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... • The bootup speed depends on system configurations. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on your needs. To wake the system and return to ...ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. You can real-time chnage the mode under operating system to instantly surf the Internet without converting it to adjust CPU... 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press ...
... • The bootup speed depends on system configurations. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on your needs. To wake the system and return to ...ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. You can real-time chnage the mode under operating system to instantly surf the Internet without converting it to adjust CPU... 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction S/PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press ...
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... are already installed, as well as those that are not. Smart Support DVD This feature provides a checklist that allows the user to overclocking. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See page 4-33 and 5-9 for details.... feature of the computer. See page 5-33 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you can easily monitor the critical components of the motherboard...
... are already installed, as well as those that are not. Smart Support DVD This feature provides a checklist that allows the user to overclocking. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See page 4-33 and 5-9 for details.... feature of the computer. See page 5-33 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you can easily monitor the critical components of the motherboard...
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SS KLDC28F-A8KI5 DS KLDD48F-ABKI5 SS KVR800D2N5/512 SS KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • DS KHX6400D2LL/1G • • • DS KVR800D2N5/... NT5TU128M8CE-AC 5 NANYA 2GB OCZ Heat-Sink Package 5-4- N/A 4-12 1GB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package 4-4- M3N78 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for AM2+ CPU (cont.) Size Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand 512MB KINGMAX KKA8FEIBF-HJK-25A N/A KINGMAX 1GB KINGMAX KKA8FEIBF-HJK-...
SS KLDC28F-A8KI5 DS KLDD48F-ABKI5 SS KVR800D2N5/512 SS KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • DS KHX6400D2LL/1G • • • DS KVR800D2N5/... NT5TU128M8CE-AC 5 NANYA 2GB OCZ Heat-Sink Package 5-4- N/A 4-12 1GB KINGSTON Heat-Sink Package 4-4- M3N78 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for AM2+ CPU (cont.) Size Vendor Chip No. CL Chip Brand 512MB KINGMAX KKA8FEIBF-HJK-25A N/A KINGMAX 1GB KINGMAX KKA8FEIBF-HJK-...
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M3N78 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability for AM2+ CPU (cont.) Size 2GB 2GB 512MB 2GB 1GB 2GB 1GB 4GB 512MB 1GB 1GB 2GB 512MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 2GB 512MB 1GB ... DS N/A SS Part No. KVR667D2N5/2G KVR667D2N5/2G NT 512T64U88B0BY-3C NT2GT64U8HB0JY-3C AL7E8E63J-6E1 HYS64T256020EU3S-C2 M378T2953EZ3-CE6 M378T5263AZ3-CE6 T6UA 512C5 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
M3N78 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability for AM2+ CPU (cont.) Size 2GB 2GB 512MB 2GB 1GB 2GB 1GB 4GB 512MB 1GB 1GB 2GB 512MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 2GB 512MB 1GB ... DS N/A SS Part No. KVR667D2N5/2G KVR667D2N5/2G NT 512T64U88B0BY-3C NT2GT64U8HB0JY-3C AL7E8E63J-6E1 HYS64T256020EU3S-C2 M378T2953EZ3-CE6 M378T5263AZ3-CE6 T6UA 512C5 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
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DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* KINGSTON SS KVR667D2N5/512 • • • N/A SS KVR667D2N5/256 • MICRON SS KVR667D2N5/256 • • KINGSTON DS KVR667D2N5/1G • • •... 5 Heat-Sink Package 5 Heat-Sink Package 5 NT5TU128M8BJ-3C 5 NT5TU64M8BE-3C 5 A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N 5 A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N 5 TMM6208G8M30C 5 Chip Brand SS/ DS Part No. M3N72-D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 256MB 256MB 1GB 2GB 1GB 512MB 1GB 512MB 256MB 1GB 256MB 1GB 256MB 512MB 1GB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB...
DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* KINGSTON SS KVR667D2N5/512 • • • N/A SS KVR667D2N5/256 • MICRON SS KVR667D2N5/256 • • KINGSTON DS KVR667D2N5/1G • • •... 5 Heat-Sink Package 5 Heat-Sink Package 5 NT5TU128M8BJ-3C 5 NT5TU64M8BE-3C 5 A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N 5 A3R12E3GEF637BLC5N 5 TMM6208G8M30C 5 Chip Brand SS/ DS Part No. M3N72-D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability for AM2 CPU Size 512MB 256MB 256MB 1GB 2GB 1GB 512MB 1GB 512MB 256MB 1GB 256MB 1GB 256MB 512MB 1GB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB...
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...Using the CPU/Memory of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback quality. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. This port is a configuration example for your display to -DVI conversion adapter, this motherboard can also support DVI output... Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) connector. • This motherboard comes with the higher-version DVD player and drivers will affect the playback quality. Before enabling the HybridPower™... output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 14. ASUS M3N72-D 2-27 HDMI Out port.
...Using the CPU/Memory of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade the playback quality. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. This port is a configuration example for your display to -DVI conversion adapter, this motherboard can also support DVI output... Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) connector. • This motherboard comes with the higher-version DVD player and drivers will affect the playback quality. Before enabling the HybridPower™... output device via a coaxial S/PDIF cable. 14. ASUS M3N72-D 2-27 HDMI Out port.
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... the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 for better thermal environment. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~2000... mA (24 W max.) or a total of the connector. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN 1 connectors support the ASUS...
... the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 for better thermal environment. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1, 3-pin PWR_FAN) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA~2000... mA (24 W max.) or a total of the connector. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN 1 connectors support the ASUS...
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... support the motherboard power requirements with more power-consuming devices. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (500W) PSU has been tested to connect the 4-pin ATX ...up if the power is recommended when configuring a system with the following configuration: CPU: AMD FX-62 Memory 1024 MB DDR2-800 (x4) Graphics card: PCI Express... orientation. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.
... support the motherboard power requirements with more power-consuming devices. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (500W) PSU has been tested to connect the 4-pin ATX ...up if the power is recommended when configuring a system with the following configuration: CPU: AMD FX-62 Memory 1024 MB DDR2-800 (x4) Graphics card: PCI Express... orientation. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.
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...[Auto] K8NB HT Speed [Auto] K8NB HT Width [Auto] CPU Spread Spectrum [Disabled] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Disabled] SATA Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Primary Display Adapter [PCI-E] Item Specific Help Hybrid Support [Disable] Allows you to adjust the memory clock frequency. Technology.... one system to enable or disable memory hole remapping support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AMD Cool'n'Quiet Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool'n'Quiet function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disable]. ASUS M3N72-D 4-21 Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR2 533]...
...[Auto] K8NB HT Speed [Auto] K8NB HT Width [Auto] CPU Spread Spectrum [Disabled] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Disabled] SATA Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Primary Display Adapter [PCI-E] Item Specific Help Hybrid Support [Disable] Allows you to adjust the memory clock frequency. Technology.... one system to enable or disable memory hole remapping support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] AMD Cool'n'Quiet Function [Disabled] Enables or disables the AMD Cool'n'Quiet function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disable]. ASUS M3N72-D 4-21 Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR2 533]...
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... page Click to return to the previous page ASUS InstAll - 5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you... of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. ASUS M3N72-D...
... page Click to return to the previous page ASUS InstAll - 5.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you... of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. ASUS M3N72-D...
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...4. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup. 4. Click the Power button. ASUS M3N72-D 5-11 5.3.2 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount of power depending on your operating system. See ...Panel is set it to [Enabled]. From the Power schemes combo list box, select Minimal Power Management. 6. Go to Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD Cool 'n'Quiet Function and set to effect settings. Select Settings > Control Panel. 2. Turn on the system and ...
...4. Save your changes and exit BIOS Setup. 4. Click the Power button. ASUS M3N72-D 5-11 5.3.2 Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology The motherboard supports the AMD Cool 'n' Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically and automatically change the CPU speed, voltage, and amount of power depending on your operating system. See ...Panel is set it to [Enabled]. From the Power schemes combo list box, select Minimal Power Management. 6. Go to Advanced > CPU Configuration > AMD Cool 'n'Quiet Function and set to effect settings. Select Settings > Control Panel. 2. Turn on the system and ...
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... only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip • If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to Classic View. 3. From the Preferred plans, select Power saver. 6. From the Windows® Vista operating system, click...
... only with the AMD heatsink and fan assembly with monitor chip • If you purchased a separate heatsink and fan package, use the ASUS Q-Fan technology feature to automatically adjust the CPU fan speed according to Classic View. 3. From the Preferred plans, select Power saver. 6. From the Windows® Vista operating system, click...
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Launching the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software The motherboard support CD/DVD includes the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software that enables you are using Windows® Vista, click the Start button. Make ...'s real-time CPU Frequency and voltage. Select All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. 3. Select Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. 2. The Cool 'n' Quiet!™ technology screen appears and displays the current CPU Frequency and CPU Voltage. Refer to install the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software from the motherboard support CD/DVD. ASUS M3N72-D 5-13
Launching the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software The motherboard support CD/DVD includes the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software that enables you are using Windows® Vista, click the Start button. Make ...'s real-time CPU Frequency and voltage. Select All Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. 3. Select Programs > ASUS > Cool & Quiet > Cool & Quiet. 2. The Cool 'n' Quiet!™ technology screen appears and displays the current CPU Frequency and CPU Voltage. Refer to install the Cool 'n' Quiet!™ software from the motherboard support CD/DVD. ASUS M3N72-D 5-13
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PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Because PC Probe II is software-based, you ..., you of any problem with these components. Refer to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder. Place the support DVD to complete installation. Double-click the setup.exe file to start monitoring your computer the moment... you to view the current status of the support DVD to page 1-9 for the OS that your system and change the utility configuration. Launching PC Probe II ...
PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Because PC Probe II is software-based, you ..., you of any problem with these components. Refer to locate the setup.exe file from the ASUS PC Probe II folder. Place the support DVD to complete installation. Double-click the setup.exe file to start monitoring your computer the moment... you to view the current status of the support DVD to page 1-9 for the OS that your system and change the utility configuration. Launching PC Probe II ...
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When you want to decrease value 5-24 Chapter 5: Software support Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of the Scheme options, then select another position from the list box. Adjusting the ... OK when finished. You can adjust the sensor threshold value in the desktop, click the arrow down button of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. You can also adjust the threshold values using a magnetic effect. The hardware monitor panels come in a small monitoring panel. If you check...
When you want to decrease value 5-24 Chapter 5: Software support Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of the Scheme options, then select another position from the list box. Adjusting the ... OK when finished. You can adjust the sensor threshold value in the desktop, click the arrow down button of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. You can also adjust the threshold values using a magnetic effect. The hardware monitor panels come in a small monitoring panel. If you check...