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...your dealer. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and ...software updates. 1. Refer to perform when installing system components. ix ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up ...
...your dealer. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and ...software updates. 1. Refer to perform when installing system components. ix ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up ...
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...Italics Command Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos� /�i�M3N-H.ROM NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to complete a task. Used to select. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you must press two or...Example: Means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. Conventions used in brackets.
...Italics Command Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos� /�i�M3N-H.ROM NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to complete a task. Used to select. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you must press two or...Example: Means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. Conventions used in brackets.
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... shields it in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 1-5 See page 4-29 and 5-28 for details. See page 5-17 for details. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your BIOS...
... shields it in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 1-5 See page 4-29 and 5-28 for details. See page 5-17 for details. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your BIOS...
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...drivers are already installed, as well as those that are not. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you can easily monitor the critical components of booting the BIOS. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage ...Product Introduction eliminates the need to achieve maximum system performance. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See page 5-29 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to the BIOS default settings in Windows environment without the hassle of the ...
...drivers are already installed, as well as those that are not. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you can easily monitor the critical components of booting the BIOS. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to fine tune the CPU/memory voltage ...Product Introduction eliminates the need to achieve maximum system performance. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. See page 5-29 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features Precision Tweaker This feature allows you to the BIOS default settings in Windows environment without the hassle of the ...
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Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard.
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... to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that you install or remove any motherboard component. M3N-H/HDMI ® M3N-H/HDMI Onboard LED SB_PWR ON OFF Standy Power Powered Off ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. The illustration...
... to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that you install or remove any motherboard component. M3N-H/HDMI ® M3N-H/HDMI Onboard LED SB_PWR ON OFF Standy Power Powered Off ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. The illustration...
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... overtighten the screws! 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine... edge with external ports goes to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Make sure to the rear part of the chassis M3N-H/HDMI ® 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
... overtighten the screws! 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine... edge with external ports goes to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Make sure to the rear part of the chassis M3N-H/HDMI ® 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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... 2: Hardware information 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, make sure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Make sure that a Thermal Interface...
... 2: Hardware information 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, make sure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Make sure that a Thermal Interface...
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... 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 clip • A DDR2 DIMM... DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to unlock the DIMM. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.
... 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 clip • A DDR2 DIMM... DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to unlock the DIMM. 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.
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Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. ...the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 2-17 See Chapter 4 for the expansion card. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Make sure...
Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. ...the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 2-17 See Chapter 4 for the expansion card. Assign an IRQ to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Make sure...
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Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Do not place jumper caps on...at +12V. CPU_FAN PWR_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND Rotation +12V GND M3N-H/HDMI ® CHA_FAN1 GND +12V Rotation M3N-H/HDMI Fan connectors Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN 1 connectors support the ASUS Q FAN2 feature. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 2-29 These are not jumpers! 6. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin ...
Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! Do not place jumper caps on...at +12V. CPU_FAN PWR_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND Rotation +12V GND M3N-H/HDMI ® CHA_FAN1 GND +12V Rotation M3N-H/HDMI Fan connectors Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN 1 connectors support the ASUS Q FAN2 feature. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 2-29 These are not jumpers! 6. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin ...
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... a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. M3N-H/HDMI ® M3N-H/HDMI Chassis intrusion connector CHASSIS GND Chassis Signal +5VSB_MB 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to this...
... a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. M3N-H/HDMI ® M3N-H/HDMI Chassis intrusion connector CHASSIS GND Chassis Signal +5VSB_MB 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to this...
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..., you to complete installation. Follow the screen instructions to view the current status of your computer, browse the contents of any problem with these components. To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop. Using PC Probe II Main window The PC Probe II main window allows... you are assured that your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you can start installation. 2. Because PC Probe II is software-based, you of ...
..., you to complete installation. Follow the screen instructions to view the current status of your computer, browse the contents of any problem with these components. To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop. Using PC Probe II Main window The PC Probe II main window allows... you are assured that your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you can start installation. 2. Because PC Probe II is software-based, you of ...
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... the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 5-19...
... the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 5-19...
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Monitoring sensor alert The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. Click the plus sign (+) before WMI Information ... display WMI browser Click to display on the right panel. Click an item from the left panel to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 5-21 This browser displays various Windows® management information.
Monitoring sensor alert The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. Click the plus sign (+) before WMI Information ... display WMI browser Click to display on the right panel. Click an item from the left panel to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. ASUS M3N-H/HDMI 5-21 This browser displays various Windows® management information.
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... enabled Hyper‑Threading, two separate line graphs display the operation of the tab lists all logical drives. Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line graph representation. The left panel of the two logical processors. Click a hard...
... enabled Hyper‑Threading, two separate line graphs display the operation of the tab lists all logical drives. Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line graph representation. The left panel of the two logical processors. Click a hard...