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Contents Contents...iii Notices...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: 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...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...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: 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...
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...LAN (RJ-45) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel audio I /O connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - PCI Express frequency tuning from 533 MHz up to 200 MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! ... MHz at 0.0125V increment - 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...
...LAN (RJ-45) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel audio I /O connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - PCI Express frequency tuning from 533 MHz up to 200 MHz at 1 MHz increment Overclocking protection: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! ... MHz at 0.0125V increment - 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...
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...; CPU support This motherboard supports�A�M�D�® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with NVIDIA® SLI™ support at dual x16 mode or at triple x8 mode, and up to 10 USB 2.0 ...SLI™) technology that allows three graphics processing units (GPUs) in the world. It's designed for enthusiast, extreme overclocking capability, ultimate gaming performance with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ 64 X2 / �A��t�...
...; CPU support This motherboard supports�A�M�D�® Socket AM2+ multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with NVIDIA® SLI™ support at dual x16 mode or at triple x8 mode, and up to 10 USB 2.0 ...SLI™) technology that allows three graphics processing units (GPUs) in the world. It's designed for enthusiast, extreme overclocking capability, ultimate gaming performance with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). AMD® Socket AM2 Athlon™ 64 X2 / �A��t�...
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... minimum power and noise when you to choose from profiles to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of memory modules on the printed circuit board (PCB) to suit your needs. �S�e...65533;to a stable computing environment. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. By lowering the memory and system temperatures, the Cool Mempipe contributes to ��v��it�a�l components,�...
... minimum power and noise when you to choose from profiles to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of memory modules on the printed circuit board (PCB) to suit your needs. �S�e...65533;to a stable computing environment. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. By lowering the memory and system temperatures, the Cool Mempipe contributes to ��v��it�a�l components,�...
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...Tweaker 2 Precision Tweaker 2 allows the user to adjust the northbridge voltage, HT Bus, and DRAM voltage in case the system hangs due to overclocking. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Now it's even easier to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into...been so fun with a user-friendly utility under Window that provides accurate settings for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your screen. �S�e�e��p...
...Tweaker 2 Precision Tweaker 2 allows the user to adjust the northbridge voltage, HT Bus, and DRAM voltage in case the system hangs due to overclocking. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. Now it's even easier to overclocking, C.P.R. ASUS MyLogo 2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into...been so fun with a user-friendly utility under Window that provides accurate settings for the ultimate customized overclocking configuration. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your screen. �S�e�e��p...
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M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability for one DIMM per channel only. For system stability, when 4 DIMMs are installed, all DIMMs run at a ...; ••• • • Due to AMD CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 is dependent on its SPD. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at DDR2 800 as the default setting. • The default memory operation frequency is supported by AM2+ CPU for AM2+ CPU Size Vendor...
M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability for one DIMM per channel only. For system stability, when 4 DIMMs are installed, all DIMMs run at a ...; ••• • • Due to AMD CPU limitation, DDR2 1066 is dependent on its SPD. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at DDR2 800 as the default setting. • The default memory operation frequency is supported by AM2+ CPU for AM2+ CPU Size Vendor...
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...remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, ...default position. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to overclocking. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to...
...remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, ...default position. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to overclocking. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to...
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...-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Select Menu AI Tuning [Auto] x Overclocking Options Disabled CPU Voltage [Auto] VDDA Voltage [Auto] Memory Voltage [Auto] NB BR04 CHIP Voltage [Auto] 1.2V HT Voltage [Auto] NB CHIP Voltage [Auto] x CPU Multiplier Auto x CPU... Frequency 200 Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to select overclock profile AI Tuning [Auto] Allows selection of the Advanced menu items....
...-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Select Menu AI Tuning [Auto] x Overclocking Options Disabled CPU Voltage [Auto] VDDA Voltage [Auto] Memory Voltage [Auto] NB BR04 CHIP Voltage [Auto] 1.2V HT Voltage [Auto] NB CHIP Voltage [Auto] x CPU Multiplier Auto x CPU... Frequency 200 Item Specific Help Press [Enter] to select overclock profile AI Tuning [Auto] Allows selection of the Advanced menu items....
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... Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set AI Tuning to [AI Overclock]. Configuration options: [200]-[600] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-19 The following items become user-configurable when you set AI Tuning to [Manual]. Overclock Options [Disabled] Allows you to set the overclocking options. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] CPU Voltage [AUTO] Allows you set the memory voltage...
... Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set AI Tuning to [AI Overclock]. Configuration options: [200]-[600] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-19 The following items become user-configurable when you set AI Tuning to [Manual]. Overclock Options [Disabled] Allows you to set the overclocking options. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] CPU Voltage [AUTO] Allows you set the memory voltage...
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...[Enabled] AMD Cool "n" Quiet Function [Disabled] Enables the AMD Cool "n" Quiet technology which supports P-state transitions in AMD processors. During CPU overclocking, you to manually adjust the CPU voltage for SLI-Ready memory modules. MEMCLK Drive Strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1.00x... allows hardware facilitated capacities for running several 386 virtual machines on the type of module you to set the CPU overclocking percentage to reach the optimum. The configuration options may need to select the SPD profile for better system stability. Configuration...
...[Enabled] AMD Cool "n" Quiet Function [Disabled] Enables the AMD Cool "n" Quiet technology which supports P-state transitions in AMD processors. During CPU overclocking, you to manually adjust the CPU voltage for SLI-Ready memory modules. MEMCLK Drive Strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1.00x... allows hardware facilitated capacities for running several 386 virtual machines on the type of module you to set the CPU overclocking percentage to reach the optimum. The configuration options may need to select the SPD profile for better system stability. Configuration...
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The options on the AI Suite main window. 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 2 The ASUS AI Booster 2 application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster 2 button on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. 5-34 Chapter 5: Software support
The options on the AI Suite main window. 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 2 The ASUS AI Booster 2 application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster 2 button on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. 5-34 Chapter 5: Software support
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Contents Contents...iii Notices...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 AI Lifestyle unique features 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-8 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...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...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 AI Lifestyle unique features 1-5 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features 1-8 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...
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... + Optical) 1 x HDMI 1 x D-Sub 1 x External SATA 1 x LAN (RJ-45) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel audio I /O connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - 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 disk drive connector 1 x COM connector ...x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! PCI Express frequency ...
... + Optical) 1 x HDMI 1 x D-Sub 1 x External SATA 1 x LAN (RJ-45) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel audio I /O connectors Intelligent overclocking tools: - 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 disk drive connector 1 x COM connector ...x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Uses 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors! PCI Express frequency ...
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...(GPUs) in the world. See page 2-6 for details. See page 2-6 for details. It's designed for enthusiast, extreme overclocking capability, ultimate gaming performance with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. This is in line with NVIDIA® SLI... at tripple x8 mode, and up to 10 USB 2.0 ports. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with SLI technology support. HyperTransport™ 3.0 support HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth...
...(GPUs) in the world. See page 2-6 for details. See page 2-6 for details. It's designed for enthusiast, extreme overclocking capability, ultimate gaming performance with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. This is in line with NVIDIA® SLI... at tripple x8 mode, and up to 10 USB 2.0 ports. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with SLI technology support. HyperTransport™ 3.0 support HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology provides 2.6 times more bandwidth...
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... from profiles to dissipate heat these critical components generate. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 You can continue running at most. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. See pages 2-18 and 2-19 for details. ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of memory modules...
... from profiles to dissipate heat these critical components generate. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 You can continue running at most. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can real-time chnage the mode under heavy loading or overclocking modes. See pages 2-18 and 2-19 for details. ASUS Cool Mempipe supports the thermal dissipation of memory modules...
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... �S�e�e��p�a�g�e� 2-27 for th ultimate customized overclocking configuration. See page 4-13 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features HDMI/DVI/RGB support With the bundled HDMI to achieve the most precise settings for... details. Precision Tweaker 2 Precision Tweaker 2 allows the user to adjust the northbridge voltage, HT Bus, and DRAM ...
... �S�e�e��p�a�g�e� 2-27 for th ultimate customized overclocking configuration. See page 4-13 for details. 1.3.3 ASUS intelligent performance and overclocking features HDMI/DVI/RGB support With the bundled HDMI to achieve the most precise settings for... details. Precision Tweaker 2 Precision Tweaker 2 allows the user to adjust the northbridge voltage, HT Bus, and DRAM ...
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... and unplug the power cord. 2. M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Disable (Default) Enable • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Remove the onboard battery. 3. For... setup information such as system passwords. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature.
... and unplug the power cord. 2. M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Disable (Default) Enable • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Remove the onboard battery. 3. For... setup information such as system passwords. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature.
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... Exit 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Select Menu AI Tuning [Auto] x Overclocking Options Disabled CPU Voltage [Auto] VDDA Voltage [Auto] Memory Voltage [Auto] NB BR04 CHIP Voltage [Auto] 1.2V HT Voltage [Auto] NB CHIP Voltage [Auto] x CPU Multiplier Auto x CPU Frequency 200 Item Specific Help Press...
... Exit 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration Advanced Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility JumperFree Configuration Select Menu AI Tuning [Auto] x Overclocking Options Disabled CPU Voltage [Auto] VDDA Voltage [Auto] Memory Voltage [Auto] NB BR04 CHIP Voltage [Auto] 1.2V HT Voltage [Auto] NB CHIP Voltage [Auto] x CPU Multiplier Auto x CPU Frequency 200 Item Specific Help Press...
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...6x] [6.5x]...[10.5x] [11x] CPU Frequency [200] Allows you to set the memory voltage. Configuration options: [200]-[600] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-19 CPU Multiplier [Auto] This item appears when you are using the numeric keypad and press the key. Configuration options: ...8125v]...[1.6750v] [1.6875v] VDDA Voltage [AUTO] Allows you to set the overclocking options. Overclock Options [Disabled] Allows you to set the VDDA voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] CPU Voltage [AUTO] Allows you to set the CPU voltage. The...
...6x] [6.5x]...[10.5x] [11x] CPU Frequency [200] Allows you to set the memory voltage. Configuration options: [200]-[600] ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-19 CPU Multiplier [Auto] This item appears when you are using the numeric keypad and press the key. Configuration options: ...8125v]...[1.6750v] [1.6875v] VDDA Voltage [AUTO] Allows you to set the overclocking options. Overclock Options [Disabled] Allows you to set the VDDA voltage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 3%] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 8%] [Overclock 10%] CPU Voltage [AUTO] Allows you to set the CPU voltage. The...
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5.3.10 ASUS AI Booster 2 The ASUS AI Booster 2 application allows you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster 2 button on the taskbar allow you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without... the hassle of booting the BIOS. ASUS M��3�N��-H��T�D��e�lu�x�e��...
5.3.10 ASUS AI Booster 2 The ASUS AI Booster 2 application allows you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster 2 button on the taskbar allow you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without... the hassle of booting the BIOS. ASUS M��3�N��-H��T�D��e�lu�x�e��...