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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4N68T-M LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4N68T-M LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and ...
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...continued on the next page) ix Supports up to support 8-channel audio output. Integrated Programmable Shader model 3.0 DirectX 9 GPU Supports max. M4N68T-M LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB Back panel I/O ports AMD® Socket AM3...DIMM slots support maximum 8GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 1800(O.C.) / 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz memory modules * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. resolution of ...
...continued on the next page) ix Supports up to support 8-channel audio output. Integrated Programmable Shader model 3.0 DirectX 9 GPU Supports max. M4N68T-M LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB Back panel I/O ports AMD® Socket AM3...DIMM slots support maximum 8GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 1800(O.C.) / 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz memory modules * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. resolution of ...
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...change without notice. M4N68T-M LE specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.2 in (24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to 550MHz at 1MHz increment ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter ...connector 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Express Gate ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - HT tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at ...
...change without notice. M4N68T-M LE specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.2 in (24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to 550MHz at 1MHz increment ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter ...connector 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Express Gate ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - HT tuning from 100MHz up to 150MHz at ...
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ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-1 This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special...Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4N68T-M LE motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the ...
ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-1 This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special...Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4N68T-M LE motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the ...
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... CPU fan speed according to system loading to USB drives only. ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS from SATA HDDs...and key applications before entering the OS. It supports file downloading to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or ...
... CPU fan speed according to system loading to USB drives only. ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-3 After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS from SATA HDDs...and key applications before entering the OS. It supports file downloading to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or ...
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... OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4N68T-M LE Onboard LED ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-5 This is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with ...
... OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4N68T-M LE Onboard LED ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-5 This is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. Onboard LED The motherboard comes with ...
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. M4N68T-M LE 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. M4N68T-M LE 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... module) PRI_IDE SOCKET AM3 VGA LPT 7 USBPW1-4 USB34 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN1_USB12 Super I/O CPU_FAN EATXPWR Lithium Cell 3 AUDIO CMOS Power CHA_FAN RTL 8211CL PCIEX16 M4N68T-M LE PCIEX1_1 PCI1 NVIDIA® MCP68 SE 8Mb BIOS 8 CLRTC 2 SATA2 SATA4 PCI2 VIA VT1708S SB_PWR F_PANEL USB56 USB78 USB910 SATA1 SATA3 9 SPDIF_OUT SPEAKER AAFP USBPW5...9. DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-11 14. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin 1-22 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-27 7. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 1-18 ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-7 pin SPEAKER) 1-24 ATX12V) 4.
... module) PRI_IDE SOCKET AM3 VGA LPT 7 USBPW1-4 USB34 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN1_USB12 Super I/O CPU_FAN EATXPWR Lithium Cell 3 AUDIO CMOS Power CHA_FAN RTL 8211CL PCIEX16 M4N68T-M LE PCIEX1_1 PCI1 NVIDIA® MCP68 SE 8Mb BIOS 8 CLRTC 2 SATA2 SATA4 PCI2 VIA VT1708S SB_PWR F_PANEL USB56 USB78 USB910 SATA1 SATA3 9 SPDIF_OUT SPEAKER AAFP USBPW5...9. DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-11 14. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin 1-22 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-27 7. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 1-18 ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-7 pin SPEAKER) 1-24 ATX12V) 4.
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... AM3 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to a 90°-100° angle; M4N68T-M LE M4N68T-M LE CPU socket AM3 2. The CPU fits only in completely. 3. otherwise, the CPU will not fit in one correct orientation. Press the lever sideways to unlock...
... AM3 socket. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it up to a 90°-100° angle; M4N68T-M LE M4N68T-M LE CPU socket AM3 2. The CPU fits only in completely. 3. otherwise, the CPU will not fit in one correct orientation. Press the lever sideways to unlock...
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... FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M4N68T-M LE CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to plug this connector. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the .... You can occur if you fail to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-9 5. When the CPU is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard.
... FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M4N68T-M LE CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to plug this connector. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the .... You can occur if you fail to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-9 5. When the CPU is locked. 6. The lever clicks on the motherboard.
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... Modules (DIMM) sockets. Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4N68T-M LE Channel Channel A Channel B M4N68T-M LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-11
... Modules (DIMM) sockets. Push down the retention bracket lock on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4N68T-M LE Channel Channel A Channel B M4N68T-M LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-11
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...;o�r�y�i�f �y�o�u�a��re��u�s�in Channel A and Channel B. Size SS/DS Brand Chip NO. M4N68T-M LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered ECC and...
...;o�r�y�i�f �y�o�u�a��re��u�s�in Channel A and Channel B. Size SS/DS Brand Chip NO. M4N68T-M LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered ECC and...
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...-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-15 Size SS/ DS Brand Chip NO.
...-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-15 Size SS/ DS Brand Chip NO.
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... the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-17 Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and...
... the bracket opposite the slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-17 Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and...
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...) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to reenter data. CLRTC 12 23 M4N68T-M LE Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4N68T-M LE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10...
...) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to reenter data. CLRTC 12 23 M4N68T-M LE Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4N68T-M LE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10...
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... (the default is the Space Bar). USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M LE USBPW5-10 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M LE USB Device Wake Up 3. When you to wake up feature. KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M LE M4N68T-M LE Keyboard Power Setting ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-19 Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you set this jumper...
... (the default is the Space Bar). USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M LE USBPW5-10 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M LE USB Device Wake Up 3. When you to wake up feature. KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M LE M4N68T-M LE Keyboard Power Setting ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-19 Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) This jumper allows you set this jumper...
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... front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector. 7. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices. 8. ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-21 USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. COM port. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R ...NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M4N68T-M LE HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition M4N68T-M LE Analog front panel connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio ...
... front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector. 7. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices. 8. ASUS M4N68T-M LE 1-21 USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. COM port. GND PRESENCE# SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R ...NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L M4N68T-M LE HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition M4N68T-M LE Analog front panel connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio ...
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... • If you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 300W. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M4N68T-M LE GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN...to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V and that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. 2. The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum ...
... • If you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 300W. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M4N68T-M LE GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN...to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V and that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. 2. The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum ...