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......vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Unique features 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-8 Chapter 2: ...Overview 2-12 2.4.2 Memory configurations 2-13 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM 2-14 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-14 2.4.5 Installing ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only) 2-24 2.5 Expansion slots 2-26 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card 2-26 2.5.2 Configuring...
......vii Safety information viii About this guide ix M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Unique features 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-8 Chapter 2: ...Overview 2-12 2.4.2 Memory configurations 2-13 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM 2-14 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM 2-14 2.4.5 Installing ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only) 2-24 2.5 Expansion slots 2-26 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card 2-26 2.5.2 Configuring...
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...65533;�o�) (continued on the next page) xi R���e�f�e�r��t�o� www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbufferred �E�C�C�/...;2�+�C�P�U� 2000 / 1600 MT/s for the supported CPU models and the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom™ FX / P��...
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... Sound: - Onboard flash with Express Gate installed *File downloading and uploading progresses through USB devices only. ASUS Q-Connector - Profile - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Noise Filter - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary LAN IEEE 1394 USB High Definition audio ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features NVIDIA Gigabit MAC Atheros F1 Gigabit PHY featuring AI NET2 LSI® FW322 controller...
... Sound: - Onboard flash with Express Gate installed *File downloading and uploading progresses through USB devices only. ASUS Q-Connector - Profile - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Noise Filter - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary LAN IEEE 1394 USB High Definition audio ASUS AI Lifestyle unique features NVIDIA Gigabit MAC Atheros F1 Gigabit PHY featuring AI NET2 LSI® FW322 controller...
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...- vDIMM: 35-step DRAM voltage control - FSB tuning from 200 MHz up to 600 MHz at 1 MHz increment - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! Memory tuning from 100 MHz to 200 MHz ...: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Other features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I /O 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x Floppy...
...- vDIMM: 35-step DRAM voltage control - FSB tuning from 200 MHz up to 600 MHz at 1 MHz increment - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! Memory tuning from 100 MHz to 200 MHz ...: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - vChipset: 16-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Other features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I /O 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x Floppy...
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xiv M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support CD contents Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS AI Suite ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus Utility (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xiv M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary BIOS features 8 Mb Flash ROM, Award BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support CD contents Drivers ASUS Express Gate ASUS AI Suite ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus Utility (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe edition only) ASUS Q-Shield (I/O Shield) 1 x HDMI-to-DVI converter 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-1 1.1 Welcome! Retail version only) 1 x ASUS 3-way SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge Optional fan (for Water-Cooling or Passive-cooling only) Application DVD...
... cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x Floppy disk drive cable Accessories ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe edition only) ASUS Q-Shield (I/O Shield) 1 x HDMI-to-DVI converter 1 x ASUS Q-Connector Kit (USB, 1394, system panel; ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-1 1.1 Welcome! Retail version only) 1 x ASUS 3-way SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS SLI bridge Optional fan (for Water-Cooling or Passive-cooling only) Application DVD...
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...3-Way SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of NVIDIA discrete graphics cards when combined with this series motherboard GPUs. See page 2-28 for a quiet, low power PC experience. You can switch from the discrete GeForce® ...speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. Hybrid SLI technology today includes two primary features: GeForce® Boost and HybridPower™. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-3 See page 2‑12 for the supported CPU models. Hybrid SLI™ Hybrid SLI™ technology is not needed ...
...3-Way SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of NVIDIA discrete graphics cards when combined with this series motherboard GPUs. See page 2-28 for a quiet, low power PC experience. You can switch from the discrete GeForce® ...speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. Hybrid SLI technology today includes two primary features: GeForce® Boost and HybridPower™. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-3 See page 2‑12 for the supported CPU models. Hybrid SLI™ Hybrid SLI™ technology is not needed ...
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... a stable computing environment. The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only. 8+2 Phase Power Design ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design, �w�i�th��i�n�d�e��p�e�n��d�e...Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of CPU under heavy loading or overclocking modes. You can continue running at most. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 1.3.2 ASUS Unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal ...
... a stable computing environment. The motherboard uses a special design on DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1 sockets only. 8+2 Phase Power Design ASUS 8+2 Phase Power Design, �w�i�th��i�n�d�e��p�e�n��d�e...Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of CPU under heavy loading or overclocking modes. You can continue running at most. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 1.3.2 ASUS Unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal ...
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...a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Update your BIOS easily without entering the OS. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to the motherboard. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-7 You can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their... for details. See page 4-40 for details. See pages 4-5 and 4-42 for details. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers"- ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or ...
...a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Update your BIOS easily without entering the OS. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to the motherboard. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-7 You can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their... for details. See page 4-40 for details. See pages 4-5 and 4-42 for details. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers"- ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or ...
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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 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-26 2.6 Jumper 2-30 2.7 Connectors 2-31 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series
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 2-12 2.5 Expansion slots 2-26 2.6 Jumper 2-30 2.7 Connectors 2-31 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series
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... avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. This is switched off mode. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-1 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging...
... avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. This is switched off mode. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-1 Onboard LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging...
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ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-3 2.2.3 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-3 2.2.3 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-7 The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. 3.
Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it is in place. Install a CPU heatsink and fan following the instructions that came with a small triangle. 4. Position the CPU above the socket such that it fits in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 6. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-7 The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with the heatsink package. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. 3.
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Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-9 Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. 3. 2. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the module base.
Make sure that the retention bracket is in place. 4. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-9 Attach one end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. Push down the retention bracket lock on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to the retention module base. 3. 2. Align the other end of the retention bracket to the module base.
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... or a water cooler. Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components. Make sure that the ASUS logo faces the CPU socket. 3. Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. The photo shows the... to the grooved edge of the heatsink. Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-11
... or a water cooler. Position the fan above the pipe and heatsink assembly. 2. Fit the fan to the fan and motherboard components. Make sure that the ASUS logo faces the CPU socket. 3. Carefully push down the fan until it snugly fits the heatsink, then connect the fan cable. 4. The photo shows the... to the grooved edge of the heatsink. Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-11
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...‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. This limitation appears on each slot. 64-bit Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Windows Vista x64 Edition ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-13 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 (black) - - - Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) Populated Populated - The...
...‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. This limitation appears on each slot. 64-bit Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Windows Vista x64 Edition ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-13 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 (black) - - - Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) Populated Populated - The...
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M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability for AM2+ CPU Size 2048MB(Kit of 2) 4096MB(Kit of 2) 1024MB 4096MB(Kit of 2) 2048MB(Kit of 2) ...;•• ••• ••• ••• ••• • • ••• ••• ••• ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-15 CL Chip Brand SS/ DS Part No.
M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability for AM2+ CPU Size 2048MB(Kit of 2) 4096MB(Kit of 2) 1024MB 4096MB(Kit of 2) 2048MB(Kit of 2) ...;•• ••• ••• ••• ••• • • ••• ••• ••• ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-15 CL Chip Brand SS/ DS Part No.
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M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for AM2+ CPU Size Vendor Chip No. 512MB A-DATA AD29608A8A-25EG 1024MB A-DATA AD26908A8A-25EG 2048MB A-DATA .../2G • •• 5 NANYA SS NT512T64U880BY-25C • •• 5 NANYA DS NT1GT64U8HB0BY-25C • •• N/A NANYA DS NT1GT64U8HCOBY-25D • •• ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-17
M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability for AM2+ CPU Size Vendor Chip No. 512MB A-DATA AD29608A8A-25EG 1024MB A-DATA AD26908A8A-25EG 2048MB A-DATA .../2G • •• 5 NANYA SS NT512T64U880BY-25C • •• 5 NANYA DS NT1GT64U8HB0BY-25C • •• N/A NANYA DS NT1GT64U8HCOBY-25D • •• ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-17
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... SS 8D-23JK5M2ETP • SS AET660UD00-30DB97X • DS AET760UD00-30B97X • DS AET860UD00-30DB08X • DS AET860UD00-30D • SS SLX264M8-J6E • ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-19 M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability for AM2+ CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB...
... SS 8D-23JK5M2ETP • SS AET660UD00-30DB97X • DS AET760UD00-30B97X • DS AET860UD00-30DB08X • DS AET860UD00-30D • SS SLX264M8-J6E • ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-19 M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-667MHz capability for AM2+ CPU Size 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 512MB...