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User Manual - Page 9
...you install a total memory of 4GB or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 -
M2N68 PLUS specifications summary
CPU
Chipset System bus Memory
Expansion slots Storage Audio USB LAN ASUS special features
AMD® Phenom™ X4 / Phenom™ X3 / Athlon™ X2 / Athlon™ / Sempron™ processors (socket AM2+/AM2...
User Manual - Page 10
M2N68 PLUS specifications summary
Back panel I/O ports
Internal I/O connectors
BIOS Accessories Form Factor Support DVD
1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6-channel Audio ports 1 x LPT port 1 x COM port
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x IDE connector 1 x High Definition Front panel audio connector 4 x SATA ...
User Manual - Page 11
...CPU) This motherboard supports AMD® AM3 multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. Before you for the following items.
Motherboard Cables
Accessories Application DVD Documentation
ASUS M2N68 PLUS motherboard 1 x Serial ATA cable 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User guide...
User Manual - Page 12
... power management for the AM3 / AM2+ CPU models. This enhances system performance in 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications.
Refer to increase memory data transfer rate and computing efficiency. ALC662 also supports the Windows® Vista Premium OS.
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS Dual channel DDR2 1066 support This motherboard supports DDR2 1066, which monitors system operation...
User Manual - Page 16
1.5.3 Motherboard layout
1
2
20.3cm(8.0in)
KBMS
ATX12V
COM LPT
CPU Socket
DDR2-1066 DDR2 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module)
EATXPWR
30.5cm(12.0in)
4PHASE POWER
5000HRS VRM
USB34 LAN1_USB12
CPU_FAN
AUDIO
PCIEX1_1
M2N68 PLUS
1000M LAN
Realtek
PCIEX16
3
8211CL
SATA RAID
Lithium Cell
4
PCIEX1_2
CMOS Power
PCI1
SB_PWR
NVIDIA® MCP68 SE...
User Manual - Page 24
... with the PCI Express specifications.
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.
1.8.3 PCI slots
The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications.
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots
This motherboard supports PCI Express x1...
User Manual - Page 30
... are for details.
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to [HD Audio]. See section "2.4.3 Chipset" for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. The USB 2.0 module is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS to avail of the system...
User Manual - Page 32
... to configure the setting.
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS These are not jumpers! Only the CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature.
9. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to the fan connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may be different based on the OS). Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure...
User Manual - Page 34
...Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only.
Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. Visit the ASUS website at...
User Manual - Page 35
... the support DVD that allows you to download then click
Next. c. b.
Chapter 2: BIOS information
2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2.
The Drivers menu appears. 2. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Select Update BIOS from...
User Manual - Page 36
... updating itself through the Internet. The ASUS Update utility is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done.
• This function can launch EZ Flash 2 in two ways.
• Press + during POST to prevent system boot failure!
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS Always update the utility to enable it. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus...
User Manual - Page 38
...section are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your screen.
• Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for most conditions to reconfigure your system using the BIOS Setup program so that you can update using the navigation keys.
• The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for this motherboard.
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS Otherwise, POST...
User Manual - Page 40
...
2.2.8 Pop-up window
Select a menu item then press to another.
2.2.4 Menu items
The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that ...display a pop-up window
Scroll bar
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS Select Screen Select Item
+-
Main
Advanced
BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit
Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support
APM Configuration Hardware Monitor...
User Manual - Page 46
.... GART Error Reporting [Disabled] This option should remain disabled for testing purpose. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
Microcode Updation [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the generation of Address bits [20:16,9] ]
Enable Clock to All DIMMs [Disabled] Enables or disables clock to all DIMMs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS Configuration...
User Manual - Page 50
... [75ºC]
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ASUS M2N68 PLUS Power On By Ring [Disabled] Enable or disable RI to generate a wake event. Smart Q-Fan Function [Disabled] Allows you to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select...70ºC] Allows you to generate a wake event. CPU Fan Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power fan speed in ...
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