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Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Special features 1-2 1.2.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.2.2 ASUS Special features 1-4 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 CPU 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 2-9 2.3.3 Installing the...
Contents Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Special features 1-2 1.2.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.2.2 ASUS Special features 1-4 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 CPU 2-6 2.3.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 2-9 2.3.3 Installing the...
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L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB Supports 2 AMD Atholon™ 64FX Socket L1 (1207FX) CPU Supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ ...Jack-Retasking Technology Optical and Coaxial S/PDIF Out interfaces at x16, x8, x16, x8) 1 x PCI-E x1 slot 1 x PCI 2.2 slot Supports two identical NVIDIA® SLI™-ready graphics cards 2x NVIDIA® MCP55PXE supports: - 1 x IDE connector for up to two Ultra DMA 133/100 devices - 12 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors...
L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB Supports 2 AMD Atholon™ 64FX Socket L1 (1207FX) CPU Supports AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ ...Jack-Retasking Technology Optical and Coaxial S/PDIF Out interfaces at x16, x8, x16, x8) 1 x PCI-E x1 slot 1 x PCI 2.2 slot Supports two identical NVIDIA® SLI™-ready graphics cards 2x NVIDIA® MCP55PXE supports: - 1 x IDE connector for up to two Ultra DMA 133/100 devices - 12 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors...
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vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1 MHz increment ASUS 8-Phase Power Design for each VRM Q-Fan 2 ASUS Heat-pipe Thermal solution Multi-language BIOS SATA on the Go CrashFree BIOS 3 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) ... tuning from 100 MHz to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment - vDIMM: 25-step DRAM voltage control - L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary ASUS special features Performance ASUS special features Thermal ASUS special features Life Rear panel Internal connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - PCI Express x16 frequency allows PCI Express x16 ...
vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1 MHz increment ASUS 8-Phase Power Design for each VRM Q-Fan 2 ASUS Heat-pipe Thermal solution Multi-language BIOS SATA on the Go CrashFree BIOS 3 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) ... tuning from 100 MHz to 400 MHz at 1 MHz increment - vDIMM: 25-step DRAM voltage control - L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary ASUS special features Performance ASUS special features Thermal ASUS special features Life Rear panel Internal connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - PCI Express x16 frequency allows PCI Express x16 ...
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xiii L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, AI NET 2, Chassis Intrusion Power requirements ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Support CD contents Device drivers BIOS flash utility under DOS ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update NVIDIA® RAID Form factor CEB form factor: 12 in x 10.5 in (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xiii L1N64-SLI WS specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.3 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, AI NET 2, Chassis Intrusion Power requirements ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Support CD contents Device drivers BIOS flash utility under DOS ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update NVIDIA® RAID Form factor CEB form factor: 12 in x 10.5 in (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Special features 1-2 ASUS L1N64-SLI WS
Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Special features 1-2 ASUS L1N64-SLI WS
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ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 1- The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! Before you for buying an ASUS® L1N64-SLI WS motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below.
ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 1- The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! Before you for buying an ASUS® L1N64-SLI WS motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below.
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...and one on the rear panel) provide smart setup, and hot-plug function. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 1- PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /II technology and SATA-On-The-Go The motherboard fully supports the Serial ATA II 3.0 Gb/s technology through the Serial ATA interfaces... and the NVIDIA® nForce® 680a SLI™ chipset. This high speed interface is the SATA-On-The-Go. See...
...and one on the rear panel) provide smart setup, and hot-plug function. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 1- PCI Express™ interface The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I /II technology and SATA-On-The-Go The motherboard fully supports the Serial ATA II 3.0 Gb/s technology through the Serial ATA interfaces... and the NVIDIA® nForce® 680a SLI™ chipset. This high speed interface is the SATA-On-The-Go. See...
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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 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-16 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-21 ASUS L1N64-SLI WS
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 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-16 2.6 Jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-21 ASUS L1N64-SLI WS
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...power supply is switched off mode. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use ... that the system is a reminder that you install or remove any motherboard component. L1N64-SLI WS SB_PWR L1N64-SLI WS Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2- The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of...
...power supply is switched off mode. The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use ... that the system is a reminder that you install or remove any motherboard component. L1N64-SLI WS SB_PWR L1N64-SLI WS Onboard LED ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2- The green LED lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of...
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... side towards the rear of the chassis L1N64-SLI WS 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into the chassis in the image...holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Make sure to do so can damage the motherboard. Failure to unplug the power cord before...
... side towards the rear of the chassis L1N64-SLI WS 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into the chassis in the image...holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Make sure to do so can damage the motherboard. Failure to unplug the power cord before...
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... button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR) • Reset button (2-pin RESET) Page 2-23 2-23 2-25 2-26 2-26 2-27 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-31 2-32 ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2- Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V, 4-pin EZ_PLUG1) 9. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 13. Front panel audio...
... button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR) • Reset button (2-pin RESET) Page 2-23 2-23 2-25 2-26 2-26 2-27 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-31 2-32 ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2- Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V, 4-pin EZ_PLUG1) 9. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 13. Front panel audio...
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...L1 (1207FX). • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will not boot up. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information CPU1 CPU0 L1N64-SLI WS L1N64-SLI WS CPU Socket • Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is on your ... from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS shoulders the repair cost only if the damage is on the socket and...
...L1 (1207FX). • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will not boot up. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information CPU1 CPU0 L1N64-SLI WS L1N64-SLI WS CPU Socket • Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is on your ... from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS shoulders the repair cost only if the damage is on the socket and...
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... CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is released from the B load plate window to the left (B) until you . Gold triangle mark ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2- Lift the load lever in the direction of B the socket box should fit into the CPU notches. The socket alignment Alignment keys keys should face...
... CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is released from the B load plate window to the left (B) until you . Gold triangle mark ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2- Lift the load lever in the direction of B the socket box should fit into the CPU notches. The socket alignment Alignment keys keys should face...
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... sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. CPU fan CPU heatsink Retention bracket lock ... 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 assembly. Make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-
... sure that the heatsink fits properly on the retention module base. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. CPU fan CPU heatsink Retention bracket lock ... 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 assembly. Make sure that a Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-
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5. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you have installed a second CPU, then connect the fan cable to plug this connector. 6. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-11 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to install the other heatsink if you fail to the 4-pin connector labeled CPU1_FAN. When the fan and heatsink assembly is ... connector! CPU0_FAN CPU0_FAN CPU1_FAN CPU1_FAN CPU0 FAN PWM CPU0 FAN IN CPU0 FAN PWR GND CPU1 FAN PWM CPU1 FAN IN CPU1 FAN PWR GND L1N64-SLI WS L1N64-SLI WS CPU fan connectors Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU0_FAN.
5. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you have installed a second CPU, then connect the fan cable to plug this connector. 6. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-11 Repeat steps 1 to 5 to install the other heatsink if you fail to the 4-pin connector labeled CPU1_FAN. When the fan and heatsink assembly is ... connector! CPU0_FAN CPU0_FAN CPU1_FAN CPU1_FAN CPU0 FAN PWM CPU0 FAN IN CPU0 FAN PWR GND CPU1 FAN PWM CPU1 FAN IN CPU1 FAN PWR GND L1N64-SLI WS L1N64-SLI WS CPU fan connectors Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU0_FAN.
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ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-13 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: L1N64-SLI WS DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A1 L1N64-SLI WS 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel 1 Channel 2 Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 • When using only one CPU mode or dual CPU mode. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with same memory size and...
ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-13 The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: L1N64-SLI WS DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_A1 L1N64-SLI WS 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel 1 Channel 2 Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 • When using only one CPU mode or dual CPU mode. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with same memory size and...
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...the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 DIMM notch Unlocked... retaining clips outward to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-15 Align a DIMM on the socket. 1 3. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Do not force a DIMM into the socket until...
...the DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. • The DDR2 DIMM sockets do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 2 3 DDR2 DIMM notch Unlocked... retaining clips outward to the DDR2 DIMM sockets. 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 2 1 DDR2 DIMM notch ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-15 Align a DIMM on the socket. 1 3. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Do not force a DIMM into the socket until...
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• Connect a rear chassis fan to the chassis (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) connector when using two graphics cards for details. See page 2-25 for better thermal environment. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-19 See page 2-27 for details. • In single card mode, you may use either the blue or black slot for PCI Express x16 graphics cards. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running NVIDIA® SLI™ mode.
• Connect a rear chassis fan to the chassis (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) connector when using two graphics cards for details. See page 2-25 for better thermal environment. ASUS L1N64-SLI WS 2-19 See page 2-27 for details. • In single card mode, you may use either the blue or black slot for PCI Express x16 graphics cards. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running NVIDIA® SLI™ mode.
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... pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Remove the onboard battery. 3. L1N64-SLI WS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) L1N64-SLI WS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to default values. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware...
... pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 6. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Remove the onboard battery. 3. L1N64-SLI WS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) L1N64-SLI WS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC • Make sure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to default values. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware...