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......vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4N68T V2 Series 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 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-10...
......vi Safety information vii About this guide vii M4N68T V2 Series 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 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-10...
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... 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time 2-7 2.3.2 System Date 2-7 2.3.3 IDE Configuration 2-7 2.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1/2/3/4 2-8 2.3.5 System Information 2-9 2.4 Advanced menu 2-9 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-9 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-12 2.4.3 Chipset...
... 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar 2-6 2.2.9 General help 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-7 2.3.1 System Time 2-7 2.3.2 System Date 2-7 2.3.3 IDE Configuration 2-7 2.3.4 Primary IDE Master/Slave, SATA 1/2/3/4 2-8 2.3.5 System Information 2-9 2.4 Advanced menu 2-9 2.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 2-9 2.4.2 CPU Configuration 2-12 2.4.3 Chipset...
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... Multi-streaming * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to DDR3 1066MHz. M4N68T V2 Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II x6 / Phenom™ ...the back panel) Core Unlocker ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 (continued on the next page) ix With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list NVIDIA® ...
... Multi-streaming * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to DDR3 1066MHz. M4N68T V2 Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II x6 / Phenom™ ...the back panel) Core Unlocker ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 (continued on the next page) ix With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list NVIDIA® ...
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...x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio jacks 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x IDE connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Internal speaker ...cm x 20.8 cm) * Specifications are subject to 150MHz at 1MHz increment - M4N68T V2 Series specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Other features (M4N68T V2 only) Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor Intelligent...
...x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio jacks 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x IDE connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Internal speaker ...cm x 20.8 cm) * Specifications are subject to 150MHz at 1MHz increment - M4N68T V2 Series specifications summary ASUS overclocking features Other features (M4N68T V2 only) Rear panel ports Internal connectors BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor Intelligent...
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...items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4N68T V2 Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4N68T V2 Series motherboards include M4N68T V2 and M4N68T LE V2 two models. It features dual-channel DDR3 ... highlights AMD® Phenom™ II x6 / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power...
...items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4N68T V2 Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4N68T V2 Series motherboards include M4N68T V2 and M4N68T LE V2 two models. It features dual-channel DDR3 ... highlights AMD® Phenom™ II x6 / Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 series CPU support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power...
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... 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for high-speed data retrieval and save. Dual-Channel DDR3 1800 (O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 ...motherboard supports hard drives based on the headphone while playing multichannel network games. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (M4N68T V2 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 Chapter...
... 'n' Quiet Technology This motherboard supports the AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet technology which monitors system operation and automatically adjusts CPU voltage and frequency for high-speed data retrieval and save. Dual-Channel DDR3 1800 (O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 ...motherboard supports hard drives based on the headphone while playing multichannel network games. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (M4N68T V2 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 Chapter...
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... work or games, simply through pressing the button. with just pressing a key. After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
... work or games, simply through pressing the button. with just pressing a key. After the easy setup, Turbo Key boosts performances without performing complicated BIOS changes. ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-3 ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation.
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...CPU default settings when the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Green ASUS This motherboard and its power cord. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component. • Before handling components, use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). C.P.R. M4N68T V2... Series SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4N68T V2 Series Onboard LED 1-4 Chapter...
...CPU default settings when the system hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Green ASUS This motherboard and its power cord. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component. • Before handling components, use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). C.P.R. M4N68T V2... Series SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4N68T V2 Series Onboard LED 1-4 Chapter...
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... connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-25 6. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-20 8. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4N68T V2 Series M4N68T V2 Series CPU socket AM3 ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-7 Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 1-18 9. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 1-24 7. DO NOT force the...
... connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-25 6. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-20 8. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. M4N68T V2 Series M4N68T V2 Series CPU socket AM3 ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-7 Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR) 1-18 9. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 1-24 7. DO NOT force the...
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...Socket lever Ensure that comes with a small triangle. 4. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the socket lever is locked. 6. M4N68T V2 Series CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M4N68T V2 Series CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side ...tab to secure the CPU. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100...
...Socket lever Ensure that comes with a small triangle. 4. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that the socket lever is locked. 6. M4N68T V2 Series CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND M4N68T V2 Series CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side ...tab to secure the CPU. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to a 90°-100...
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...Attach one end of the installed CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on top of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-9 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, ensure that you install...
...Attach one end of the installed CPU, ensuring that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on top of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-9 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, ensure that you install...
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...lock on a DDR2 DIMM socket. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4N68T V2 Series Channel Channel A Channel B M4N68T V2 Series 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Hardware ...monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector...
...lock on a DDR2 DIMM socket. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4N68T V2 Series Channel Channel A Channel B M4N68T V2 Series 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Hardware ...monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket in place, connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector...
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...the OS can support up to DDR3 1066MHz. Any excess memory from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. • Due to the CPU specification, AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPUs may install ...-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package CL N/A 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-27 8-8-8-24 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-11 M4N68T V2 series Motherboards Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No.
...the OS can support up to DDR3 1066MHz. Any excess memory from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. • Due to the CPU specification, AMD® 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1333MHz. • When overclocking, some AMD CPUs may install ...-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package CL N/A 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-27 8-8-8-24 DIMM support A* B* C* • • • • • • • ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-11 M4N68T V2 series Motherboards Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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...default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-17 The onboard button ... to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. M4N68T V2 Series CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4N68T V2 Series Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ...
...default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 1-17 The onboard button ... to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. M4N68T V2 Series CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4N68T V2 Series Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ...
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... +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-10 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T V2 Series USB device wake-up the compurer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in the BIOS. KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T V2 Series M4N68T V2 Series Keyboard power setting 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Set these jumpers to +5V to...
... +5V +5VSB (Default) USBPW5-10 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T V2 Series USB device wake-up the compurer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in the BIOS. KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T V2 Series M4N68T V2 Series Keyboard power setting 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Set these jumpers to +5V to...
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9. M4N68T V2 Series CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND M4N68T V2 Series Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. DO NOT place jumper caps on ... of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Only the 4-pin...
9. M4N68T V2 Series CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND M4N68T V2 Series Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. DO NOT place jumper caps on ... of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Only the 4-pin...
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...in this menu. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Select Screen Select Item +- Main Advanced Advanced Settings Power M4N68T V2 BIOS Setup Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration ...field values can cause the system to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. CPU Overclocking [Auto] Selects the CPU overclocking options to malfunction. AMIBIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Standard] [Overclock Profile] ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 2-9
...in this menu. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. Select Screen Select Item +- Main Advanced Advanced Settings Power M4N68T V2 BIOS Setup Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration ...field values can cause the system to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. CPU Overclocking [Auto] Selects the CPU overclocking options to malfunction. AMIBIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Standard] [Overclock Profile] ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 2-9
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...the value. The valid value ranges vary depending on your CPU model. Configuration options: [Auto] LoadLine Calibration [Auto] Sets the LoadLine. Configuration options: [Auto] [Min. = 1.20000V] [Max. = 1.38000V] CPU Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the CPU over voltage. Use / keys to adjust the value. ... Configuration options: [Auto] [Max.=100%] [Min.=0%] If the system becomes unstable after changing the setting, set CPU Overclocking to [Overclock Profile]. Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Selects the overclocking profile. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following item ...
...the value. The valid value ranges vary depending on your CPU model. Configuration options: [Auto] LoadLine Calibration [Auto] Sets the LoadLine. Configuration options: [Auto] [Min. = 1.20000V] [Max. = 1.38000V] CPU Over Voltage [Auto] Sets the CPU over voltage. Use / keys to adjust the value. ... Configuration options: [Auto] [Max.=100%] [Min.=0%] If the system becomes unstable after changing the setting, set CPU Overclocking to [Overclock Profile]. Overclock Options [Overclock 5%] Selects the overclocking profile. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following item ...
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...] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Core Unlocker [Disabled] Enables the ASUS Core Unlocker to disable this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Cool 'n' ...enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [On] [Off] 3rd Core [On] Enables or disables the third CPU core. 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode ...
...] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Core Unlocker [Disabled] Enables the ASUS Core Unlocker to disable this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Cool 'n' ...enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [On] [Off] 3rd Core [On] Enables or disables the third CPU core. 2.4.2 CPU Configuration The items in this function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode ...
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... appears only when you set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the system. CPU Q-Fan Function [Enabled] Enables or disables the ASUS Q-Fan feature that provides at least 1A on the system. ...mouse to turn on the +5VSB lead. This feature requires an ATX power supply that smartly adjusts the CPU fan speeds for the CPU fan speed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power on the +5VSB lead. Select [gnored] if you do not wish to [Enabled]. ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 2-17
... appears only when you set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the system. CPU Q-Fan Function [Enabled] Enables or disables the ASUS Q-Fan feature that provides at least 1A on the system. ...mouse to turn on the +5VSB lead. This feature requires an ATX power supply that smartly adjusts the CPU fan speeds for the CPU fan speed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power on the +5VSB lead. Select [gnored] if you do not wish to [Enabled]. ASUS M4N68T V2 Series 2-17