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Contents 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter: 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 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar...
Contents 1.11 Software support 1-28 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter: 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 utility 2-3 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-4 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.4 Menu items 2-6 2.2.5 Submenu items 2-6 2.2.6 Configuration fields 2-6 2.2.7 Pop-up window 2-6 2.2.8 Scroll bar...
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...more keys simultaneously, the key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: ++ viii NOTE: �T�ip��s...65533;m��p�l�e�t�e��a��ta��s�k�. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: I �n�f�o�r�m��a...
...more keys simultaneously, the key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: ++ viii NOTE: �T�ip��s...65533;m��p�l�e�t�e��a��ta��s�k�. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: I �n�f�o�r�m��a...
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... Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I /O connectors BIOS ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA ...WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Express Gate ASUS Anti-Surge ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - M4N68T-M specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software ...
... Parameter Recall) 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I /O connectors BIOS ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA ...WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Express Gate ASUS Anti-Surge ASUS Q-Fan ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash2 ASUS AI NET2 ASUS MyLogo2 ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - M4N68T-M specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS PC Probe II Anti-Virus software ...
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... into 256-color boot logos to personalize your system. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to USB drives only. ASUS M4N68T-M 1-3 ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into an...
... into 256-color boot logos to personalize your system. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drives. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to USB drives only. ASUS M4N68T-M 1-3 ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into an...
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...® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is for reference only. Double-click the ASSETUP.... your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers...
...® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is for reference only. Double-click the ASSETUP.... your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers...
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.... 2. b. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the future. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Quit all its features. c. ASUS M4N68T-M 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to...
.... 2. b. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the future. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the ASUS Update utility. 2. Quit all its features. c. ASUS M4N68T-M 2-1 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to...
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...! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: M4N68T-M VER: 0203 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/12/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down... • Press + during POST. • Enter the BIOS setup program. Select Update BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS updating process and automatically reboots the system when done. Before you to...
...! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.44 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25X80 Current ROM BOARD: M4N68T-M VER: 0203 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/12/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down... • Press + during POST. • Enter the BIOS setup program. Select Update BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS updating process and automatically reboots the system when done. Before you to...
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...to the optical drive or the removable device that ASUS CrashFree BIOS supports vary with motherboard models. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn it and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. ASUS M4N68T-M 2-3 Select the Load Setup Defaults item under ...the Exit menu. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Refer to restore the ...
...to the optical drive or the removable device that ASUS CrashFree BIOS supports vary with motherboard models. Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn it and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. ASUS M4N68T-M 2-3 Select the Load Setup Defaults item under ...the Exit menu. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Refer to restore the ...
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...• Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). See section 2.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup screens in using the...The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply to most conditions to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter ...
...• Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). See section 2.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup screens in using the...The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply to most conditions to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter ...
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...: [Auto] [Always] Power Down Enable [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable MemClk Tri-Stating during C3 and Alt VID. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode...
...: [Auto] [Always] Power Down Enable [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable MemClk Tri-Stating during C3 and Alt VID. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Microcode Updation [Enabled] Enables or disables Microcode...
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... Gate is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly. ASUS M4N68T-M 2-21 When you enter the Express Gate. Choose [Prompt User] to configure options for special functions. Use the left/right... the Internet and Skype. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that provides quick access to select and update BIOS. Configuration options: [Prompt User] [1 second] [3 seconds] [5 seconds] [10 seconds] [15 seconds] [20 seconds] [30 seconds] Reset User Data [...
... Gate is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly. ASUS M4N68T-M 2-21 When you enter the Express Gate. Choose [Prompt User] to configure options for special functions. Use the left/right... the Internet and Skype. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that provides quick access to select and update BIOS. Configuration options: [Prompt User] [1 second] [3 seconds] [5 seconds] [10 seconds] [15 seconds] [20 seconds] [30 seconds] Reset User Data [...
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... saved in the Save to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load CMOS Profiles Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only... to load. Start O.C. Profile Allows you to sub-item. ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V1.44 Current CMOS BOARD: M4N68T-M VER: 0203 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/12/2009 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH...and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to save your CMOS settings in the BIOS Flash. Profile This item allows ...
... saved in the Save to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load CMOS Profiles Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only... to load. Start O.C. Profile Allows you to sub-item. ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V1.44 Current CMOS BOARD: M4N68T-M VER: 0203 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 11/12/2009 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH...and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to save your CMOS settings in the BIOS Flash. Profile This item allows ...