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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 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 Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing...
......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 Processing Unit (CPU 2-6 2.3.1 Installing...
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4.3.7 HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled 4-17 4.3.8 Installed Memory [xxx MB 4-17 4.3.9 Usable Memory [XXX MB 4-17 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 4-18 4.4.2 AI NET2 4-20 4.4.3 CPU Configuration 4-20 4.4.4...4-34 4.6.3 Hard Disk Drives 4-35 4.6.4 CDROM Drives 4-35 4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration 4-36 4.6.6 Security 4-37 4.7 Tools menu 4-39 4.7.1 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-39 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-41 4.7.3 ASUS Express Gate 4-42 4.8 Exit menu 4-43 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the ...
4.3.7 HDD SMART Monitoring [Disabled 4-17 4.3.8 Installed Memory [xxx MB 4-17 4.3.9 Usable Memory [XXX MB 4-17 4.4 Advanced menu 4-18 4.4.1 JumperFree Configuration 4-18 4.4.2 AI NET2 4-20 4.4.3 CPU Configuration 4-20 4.4.4...4-34 4.6.3 Hard Disk Drives 4-35 4.6.4 CDROM Drives 4-35 4.6.5 Boot Settings Configuration 4-36 4.6.6 Security 4-37 4.7 Tools menu 4-39 4.7.1 ASUS O.C. Profile 4-39 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 4-41 4.7.3 ASUS Express Gate 4-42 4.8 Exit menu 4-43 Chapter 5: Software support 5.1 Installing an operating system 5-1 5.2 Support DVD information 5-1 5.2.1 Running the ...
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...Support (supports Windows® Vista only) Maximum shared memory of 512MB Supports HDMI™ Technology with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1440 @75Hz HDMI/DVI/RGB support Supports Microsoft® DirectX®...65533;o�) (continued on the next page) xi M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom...models and the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). R���e�f�e�r��t�o� www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - ...
...Support (supports Windows® Vista only) Maximum shared memory of 512MB Supports HDMI™ Technology with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1440 @75Hz HDMI/DVI/RGB support Supports Microsoft® DirectX®...65533;o�) (continued on the next page) xi M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory VGA Expansion slots Storage AMD® Socket AM2+ Phenom...models and the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). R���e�f�e�r��t�o� www.asus.com for AM2 CPU Dual-channel memory architecture - ...
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...Memory tuning from 533 MHz up to 600 MHz at 1 MHz increment - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Multi-language BIOS 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + 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: - ASUS...AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Other features Rear panel I/O ...ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) (continued on the next page) xiii
...Memory tuning from 533 MHz up to 600 MHz at 1 MHz increment - ASUS MyLogo 2™ Multi-language BIOS 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + 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: - ASUS...AI Overclocking (Intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - M3N-HT Deluxe Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Other features Rear panel I/O ...ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) (continued on the next page) xiii
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...5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. This is in line with the ASUS vision of the fastest platform in a single system. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to create a smoother, faster computing environment. AMD...processors with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache based on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on 64-bit architecture. See page 2-6 for details. It's designed for enthusiast, ...
...5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. This is in line with the ASUS vision of the fastest platform in a single system. It features dual-channel DDR2 1066 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to create a smoother, faster computing environment. AMD...processors with 2MB / 1MB / 512KB L2 cache based on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on 64-bit architecture. See page 2-6 for details. It's designed for enthusiast, ...
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...earth-shattering, scalable performance. GeForce® Boost and HybridPower™ are independent on selected GeForce® GPUs. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-3 Refer to www.asus. Native DDR2 1066 support This motherboard natively supports DDR2 1066. Refer to www.nvidia.com/hybridsli for a quiet, low power PC experience. See...65533;h�a�n��c�in�g� system performance in 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications. Hybrid SLI™ Hybrid SLI™ technology is a unique hybrid multi-GPU technology built upon NVIDIA.
...earth-shattering, scalable performance. GeForce® Boost and HybridPower™ are independent on selected GeForce® GPUs. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-3 Refer to www.asus. Native DDR2 1066 support This motherboard natively supports DDR2 1066. Refer to www.nvidia.com/hybridsli for a quiet, low power PC experience. See...65533;h�a�n��c�in�g� system performance in 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications. Hybrid SLI™ Hybrid SLI™ technology is a unique hybrid multi-GPU technology built upon NVIDIA.
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.... ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only) ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. Fanless Design-Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of CPU under operating system to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. The motherboard...
.... ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 1-5 ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only) ASUS Cool Mempipe supports unparalleled memory overclocking via innovative thermal solutions. Fanless Design-Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is a fan-less and zero-noise cooling solution that lowers the temperature of CPU under operating system to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. The motherboard...
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...boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your system easier and faster. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your screen. �S�e�...to select the language of this motherboard can support both DVI and HDMI output. Precision Tweaker 2 Precision Tweaker 2 allows the user to adjust the northbridge voltage, HT Bus, and DRAM voltage in...chipset and memory. The interface of your choice from the available options. When the system hangs due to achieve astounding overclocking results without any hassles! feature of the motherboard BIOS ...
...boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your system easier and faster. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your screen. �S�e�...to select the language of this motherboard can support both DVI and HDMI output. Precision Tweaker 2 Precision Tweaker 2 allows the user to adjust the northbridge voltage, HT Bus, and DRAM voltage in...chipset and memory. The interface of your choice from the available options. When the system hangs due to achieve astounding overclocking results without any hassles! feature of the motherboard BIOS ...
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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 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-25 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 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-24 2.7 Connectors 2-25 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series
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The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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...which does not support Physical Address Extension (PAE). • If you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. ...reserved for other critical functions. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Recommended Memory Configurations Mode Single-Channel DIMM_A1 (yellow) - ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-13 Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2...
...which does not support Physical Address Extension (PAE). • If you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. ...reserved for other critical functions. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Recommended Memory Configurations Mode Single-Channel DIMM_A1 (yellow) - ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-13 Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2...
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...; • • SS - Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800/667/533 MHz QVL. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-15 SS/DS Part No. Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of... Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Single-sided / DS - M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability Size Vendor 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB...
...; • • SS - Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800/667/533 MHz QVL. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-15 SS/DS Part No. Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of... Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Single-sided / DS - M3N-HT Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability Size Vendor 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB...
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... film on the heat spreaders. 5. Secure the motherboard to achieve excellent thermal dissipation for your chassis with the northbridge heatsink and ensure the memory modules are located between the heat spreaders. 6. 2.4.5 Installing ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only) Install ASUS Cool Mempipe to your motherboard to your memory modules. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A1/B1 first. 3.
... film on the heat spreaders. 5. Secure the motherboard to achieve excellent thermal dissipation for your chassis with the northbridge heatsink and ensure the memory modules are located between the heat spreaders. 6. 2.4.5 Installing ASUS Cool Mempipe (Mempipe Edition only) Install ASUS Cool Mempipe to your motherboard to your memory modules. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A1/B1 first. 3.
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Install another two memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 after the completion of Cool Mempipe installation. Firmly press the heat spreaders against the memory modules. 9. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2/ B2 if necessary. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-19 Adjust the heatpipe until the heat spreaders contact the memory modules. 8. DO NOT overtighten the nuts. 10. 7. Hold the heat spreaders and secure the four nuts.
Install another two memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2 and DIMM_B2 after the completion of Cool Mempipe installation. Firmly press the heat spreaders against the memory modules. 9. Install memory modules to sockets DIMM_A2/ B2 if necessary. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-19 Adjust the heatpipe until the heat spreaders contact the memory modules. 8. DO NOT overtighten the nuts. 10. 7. Hold the heat spreaders and secure the four nuts.
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... RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Disable (Default) Enable • You do not need...
... RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! M3N-HT DELUXE M3N-HT DELUXE Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Disable (Default) Enable • You do not need...
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USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-27 Playback of HD DVD and Blu-Ray Discs The speed and bandwidth of higher speed and bandwidth with the higher-version DVD player and drivers will affect the playback quality. Using the CPU/Memory of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade ...the playback quality. Optical S/PDIF Out port. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for your display to the onboard VGA port or the HDMI/DVI port at the rear panel...
USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-27 Playback of HD DVD and Blu-Ray Discs The speed and bandwidth of higher speed and bandwidth with the higher-version DVD player and drivers will affect the playback quality. Using the CPU/Memory of the CPU/Memory, DVD player, and drivers will upgrade ...the playback quality. Optical S/PDIF Out port. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for your display to the onboard VGA port or the HDMI/DVI port at the rear panel...
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Power supply requirements Heavy Loading CPU SMF 3.2XE Memory 1 GB*4 VGA 8800 Ultra*3 SATA-HDD 6 eSATA-HDD 1 IDE-CDROM 1 IDE-HDD 1 USB 4 +12V_8Pin +12V_24pin +... 4 Po_max(w) Current (A) 10.45 10.45 10 Power (W) 62.7 10.45 10 12.68 2.5 12.68 10 708.577 Normal Loading CPU KSF 3.0XE Memory 1 GB*4 VGA 8800 Ultra*2 SATA-HDD 4 eSATA-HDD 1 IDE-CDROM 1 IDE-HDD 0 USB 4 +12V_8Pin +12V_24pin +5V_24pin +3V_24pin +12V_VGA1 +12V_VGA2 ... 4 Po_max(w) Current (A) 10.45 10.45 10 Power (W) 41.8 10.45 10 12.68 2.5 0 10 481.970 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-35
Power supply requirements Heavy Loading CPU SMF 3.2XE Memory 1 GB*4 VGA 8800 Ultra*3 SATA-HDD 6 eSATA-HDD 1 IDE-CDROM 1 IDE-HDD 1 USB 4 +12V_8Pin +12V_24pin +... 4 Po_max(w) Current (A) 10.45 10.45 10 Power (W) 62.7 10.45 10 12.68 2.5 12.68 10 708.577 Normal Loading CPU KSF 3.0XE Memory 1 GB*4 VGA 8800 Ultra*2 SATA-HDD 4 eSATA-HDD 1 IDE-CDROM 1 IDE-HDD 0 USB 4 +12V_8Pin +12V_24pin +5V_24pin +3V_24pin +12V_VGA1 +12V_VGA2 ... 4 Po_max(w) Current (A) 10.45 10.45 10 Power (W) 41.8 10.45 10 12.68 2.5 0 10 481.970 ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 2-35
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... to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [HD Audio]; Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front...SENSE_SEND PORT1 L HD-audio-compliant pin definition M3N-HT DELUXE Analog front panel connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By default, this connector. Light Loading CPU Memory VGA SATA-HDD eSATA-HDD IDE-CDROM IDE...
... to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [HD Audio]; Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front...SENSE_SEND PORT1 L HD-audio-compliant pin definition M3N-HT DELUXE Analog front panel connector Legacy AC'97 compliant definition • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By default, this connector. Light Loading CPU Memory VGA SATA-HDD eSATA-HDD IDE-CDROM IDE...
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...memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. 3.1 Starting up . Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that is equipped with the last device on self tests or POST. If your retailer for the first time 1. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe... Series 3-1 After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. System power 6. The system then runs the ...
...memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. 3.1 Starting up . Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that is equipped with the last device on self tests or POST. If your retailer for the first time 1. ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe... Series 3-1 After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from the time you press the ATX power button. System power 6. The system then runs the ...
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....17 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. Remove the disk then press to Program: M3NHTDLX.bin Programming Flash Memory - File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-7 DATE:01/04/2008 File Name to Program: M3NHTDLX.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program:... M3NHTDLX.bin Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 7. All Rights Reserved DVDROM or a USB flash For MCP72XE-M3N-HT-D-00 DATE:01/04/...
....17 (C) Phoenix Technologies Ltd. Remove the disk then press to Program: M3NHTDLX.bin Programming Flash Memory - File Name to Continue Write OK F1 Reset No Update Write Fail ASUS M3N-HT Deluxe Series 4-7 DATE:01/04/2008 File Name to Program: M3NHTDLX.bin Flashing Complete Press to Program:... M3NHTDLX.bin Message: Do You Want To Save Bios (Y/N) 7. All Rights Reserved DVDROM or a USB flash For MCP72XE-M3N-HT-D-00 DATE:01/04/...