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...Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 Flash Type - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM... HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete...
...Rights Reserved For C51PV-MCP51-M2A-VM HDMI-00 DATE:04/13/2006 Flash Type - 7 BIOS N BIOS 8 BIOS BIOS AwardBIOS Flash Utility for ASUS V1.14 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. PMC Pm49FL004T LPC/FWH File Name to Program: M2A-VM HDMI.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program: M2A-VM... HDMI.bin Programming Flash Memory - OFE00 OK Write OK No Update Write Fail Warning: Don't Turn Off Power Or Reset System! 在更新 BIOS 9 Flash Complete...
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... Safety information vi About this guide vi M2N68-AM PLUS specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory configurations 1-3 1.5 Expansion slots 1-6 1.5.1 Installing...15 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 iii
... Safety information vi About this guide vi M2N68-AM PLUS specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory configurations 1-3 1.5 Expansion slots 1-6 1.5.1 Installing...15 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 iii
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...bit and 64-bit computing AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for AMD CPU support list GeForce 7025 / NVIDIA nForce 630a 2000 / 1600 MT/s Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM slots support unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR2 1066... a 64-bit Windows OS when having 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for Vista OS) ALC662 High Definition Audio 6-channel CODEC Supports Vista Premium, Multistreaming Technologies. M2N68-AM PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN Back panel...
...bit and 64-bit computing AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for AMD CPU support list GeForce 7025 / NVIDIA nForce 630a 2000 / 1600 MT/s Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM slots support unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR2 1066... a 64-bit Windows OS when having 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for Vista OS) ALC662 High Definition Audio 6-channel CODEC Supports Vista Premium, Multistreaming Technologies. M2N68-AM PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Storage / RAID Audio USB LAN Back panel...
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... 800 1GB x 2 / Althlon 64 x 2 4400+ / Graphich shared memory 256MB / Purevideo HD support ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS AI NET2 SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ix Memory turning from 200MHz to 300MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection - resolution up to 256MB Supports RGB with max. M2N68-AM PLUS specifications summary Internal I /O shield uATX Form factor...
... 800 1GB x 2 / Althlon 64 x 2 4400+ / Graphich shared memory 256MB / Purevideo HD support ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS AI NET2 SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ix Memory turning from 200MHz to 300MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection - resolution up to 256MB Supports RGB with max. M2N68-AM PLUS specifications summary Internal I /O shield uATX Form factor...
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... may install 512MB, 1GB, and 2GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with a 940-pin AMD® Socket AM2+ / AM2 for AMD Phenom™ II / Phenom™ / Athlon™ FX / Athlon™ 64... DDR DIMM. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
... may install 512MB, 1GB, and 2GB unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with a 940-pin AMD® Socket AM2+ / AM2 for AMD Phenom™ II / Phenom™ / Athlon™ FX / Athlon™ 64... DDR DIMM. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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... • • Leadmax LRMP512U64A8-Y5 1G DS N/A HY5PS12821CFP-Y5 C 702AA Hynix • • ASUS M2N68-AM PLUS 1-4 For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install a 64-bit Windows® OS when 4GB or more efficient cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. Size SS/ DS CL Chip No. Under the...
... • • Leadmax LRMP512U64A8-Y5 1G DS N/A HY5PS12821CFP-Y5 C 702AA Hynix • • ASUS M2N68-AM PLUS 1-4 For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install a 64-bit Windows® OS when 4GB or more efficient cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking conditions. Size SS/ DS CL Chip No. Under the...
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...SS 6 DS N/A SS 6 DS 5 SS N/A SS 5 SS N/A SS 5 DS 5 SS N/A DS N/A DS 5 DS 5 DS 4 DS 4 DS 6 DS 5 Chip No. Under the default state, some memory modules for the latest DDR2 667/800/1066MHz QVL. (continued on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is supported per channel. • The default DIMM...1G 4G 512MB 2G(Kit of 2) 2G(Kit of 2) DS GEIL GB24GB8500C5QC 1G SS CL N/A 5-5-5-15 5 Chip No. Double - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Single-sided / DS - Heat-Sink Package E5108AJBG-8E-E K4T1G084QQ-...
...SS 6 DS N/A SS 6 DS 5 SS N/A SS 5 SS N/A SS 5 DS 5 SS N/A DS N/A DS 5 DS 5 DS 4 DS 4 DS 6 DS 5 Chip No. Under the default state, some memory modules for the latest DDR2 667/800/1066MHz QVL. (continued on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is supported per channel. • The default DIMM...1G 4G 512MB 2G(Kit of 2) 2G(Kit of 2) DS GEIL GB24GB8500C5QC 1G SS CL N/A 5-5-5-15 5 Chip No. Double - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Single-sided / DS - Heat-Sink Package E5108AJBG-8E-E K4T1G084QQ-...
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... mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). 1.6 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Except when...
... mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). 1.6 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Except when...
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... to [Overclock Profile]. AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to set to change the settings for stability when overclocking. [...item appears only when the CPU Overclocking item is from 200 MHz to 300 MHz. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] 2-6 ASUS M2N68-AM PLUS Allows you an overview of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to manually set to achieve desired...
... to [Overclock Profile]. AMI BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to set to change the settings for stability when overclocking. [...item appears only when the CPU Overclocking item is from 200 MHz to 300 MHz. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] 2-6 ASUS M2N68-AM PLUS Allows you an overview of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to manually set to achieve desired...
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...BIOS information 2-7 Processor Frequency Multiplier [Auto] Allows you to set to set TRRD. Configuration options: [Power Saving Mode] [Standard] [+50mv] [+100mv] Memory Clock Mode [Auto] Allows you to [DCT 0]. Configuration options: [Auto] [DCT 0] The following items appear only when the DRAM Timing Mode item... you set CAS# latency. Key in a number between 100 to select the memclock value. Memclock Value [200 MHz] Allows you to set the Memory Clock Mode item to set TRAS. CAS# Latency [ Auto] Allows you to 150. Configuration options: [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6...
...BIOS information 2-7 Processor Frequency Multiplier [Auto] Allows you to set to set TRRD. Configuration options: [Power Saving Mode] [Standard] [+50mv] [+100mv] Memory Clock Mode [Auto] Allows you to [DCT 0]. Configuration options: [Auto] [DCT 0] The following items appear only when the DRAM Timing Mode item... you set CAS# latency. Key in a number between 100 to select the memclock value. Memclock Value [200 MHz] Allows you to set the Memory Clock Mode item to set TRAS. CAS# Latency [ Auto] Allows you to 150. Configuration options: [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6...
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...options: [Auto] [75ns] [105ns] [127.5ns] [195ns] [327.5ns] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you to specify the write to set the Chipset Voltage. The standard value is 0.00625V. Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled] 2-8 ASUS M2N68-AM PLUS Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6...DRAM. Configuration options: [Auto] [Min = 1.850000V] [Max = 2.24375V] Chipset Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Memory Over Voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Prefetching [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the CPU prefetching. The increment...
...options: [Auto] [75ns] [105ns] [127.5ns] [195ns] [327.5ns] Memory Over Voltage [Auto] Allows you to specify the write to set the Chipset Voltage. The standard value is 0.00625V. Configuration options: [Enabled][Disabled] 2-8 ASUS M2N68-AM PLUS Configuration options: [Auto] [2 CLK] [3 CLK] [4 CLK] [5 CLK] [6...DRAM. Configuration options: [Auto] [Min = 1.850000V] [Max = 2.24375V] Chipset Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Memory Over Voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Prefetching [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the CPU prefetching. The increment...
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...advanced chipset settings. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Channel Interleaving [Disabled] Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] Allows you...SouthBridge Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI Express -> PCI -> IGP] Display Device Priority, from high to enable or disable memory remapping around memory hole. NorthBridge Configuration Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to low. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio]] Chapter 2: BIOS information...
...advanced chipset settings. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Channel Interleaving [Disabled] Allows you to enable the channel memory interleaving. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] Allows you...SouthBridge Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI Express -> PCI -> IGP] Display Device Priority, from high to enable or disable memory remapping around memory hole. NorthBridge Configuration Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to low. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio]] Chapter 2: BIOS information...
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...] 2.4.5 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to enable or disable the USB functions.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-10 ASUS M2N68-AM PLUS When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in this menu allows you to enable or disable the MCP68SE ACPI HPET TABLE. Plug ...Serial Port1 base address. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for boot. The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ...
...] 2.4.5 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to enable or disable the USB functions.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-10 ASUS M2N68-AM PLUS When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in this menu allows you to enable or disable the MCP68SE ACPI HPET TABLE. Plug ...Serial Port1 base address. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for boot. The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto-detected values. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ...