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... guide vii M4N68T-M Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-10 1.7 System memory 1-11 1.7.1 Overview 1-11 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-12...
... guide vii M4N68T-M Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-10 1.7 System memory 1-11 1.7.1 Overview 1-11 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-12...
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...resolution of 256 MB Supports RGB with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output. M4N68T-M Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB Back panel I/O ports AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD... 2 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 8GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 1800(O.C.) / 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz memory modules * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Supports up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ...
...resolution of 256 MB Supports RGB with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output. M4N68T-M Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Front side bus Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB Back panel I/O ports AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD... 2 x 240-pin DIMM slots support maximum 8GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 1800(O.C.) / 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz memory modules * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Supports up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ...
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...power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 2000MT/s via HyperTransport™ 1.0-based system bus. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4N68T-M Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables... and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the new 45nm manufacturing process. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs...
...power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 2000MT/s via HyperTransport™ 1.0-based system bus. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4N68T-M Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables... and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the new 45nm manufacturing process. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs...
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..., improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Dual-Channel DDR3 1800 (O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1800 (O.C.)/1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Serial ATA... 3Gb/s technology and RAID support This motherboard supports hard drives based on M4N68T-M only) This motherboard uses high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for Serial ATA hard drives. 8-channel high definition audio...
..., improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Dual-Channel DDR3 1800 (O.C.) support This motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1800 (O.C.)/1600 (O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. Serial ATA... 3Gb/s technology and RAID support This motherboard supports hard drives based on M4N68T-M only) This motherboard uses high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for Serial ATA hard drives. 8-channel high definition audio...
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...the retention module base. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4N68T-M V2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4N68T-M Series 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-11 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket ...in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 ...
...the retention module base. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4N68T-M V2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 M4N68T-M Series 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-11 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket ...in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 ...
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... operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on the next page 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction M4N68T-M Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Brand Chip NO. Use a 64...
... operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more memory on the next page 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction M4N68T-M Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800(O.C.)MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Brand Chip NO. Use a 64...
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... one module inserted into either slot as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-15 Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS...
... one module inserted into either slot as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendor Part No. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-15 Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS...
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... cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. 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. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS... above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 M4N68T-M V2 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4N68T-M Series Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 1.9 Jumpers 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. After...
... cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. 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. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS... above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. CLRTC 12 23 M4N68T-M V2 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4N68T-M Series Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 1.9 Jumpers 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. After...
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... memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you an overview of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. CPU OverClocking [Auto] Selects the CPU overclocking options to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Standard] [Overclock Profile] ASUS M4N68T...
... memory. 2.4 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you an overview of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. CPU OverClocking [Auto] Selects the CPU overclocking options to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Standard] [Overclock Profile] ASUS M4N68T...
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... to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Max. = 1.60000V] [Min. = 1.20000V] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-11 Configuration options: [Auto] [Max.=100%] [Min.=0%] If the system becomes unstable after changing the setting, set Memory Clock Mode to 2.4450V with a 0.01000V increment. Configuration options: [400MHz] [533MHz] [667MHz]...The values range from 1.20000V to adjust the value. Use the / keys to adjust the value. Memory Clock Mode [Auto] Sets the memory clock mode. Memclock Value [400MHz] Selects the DRAM frequency programming method. Configuration options: [Auto] [DCT 0] [...
... to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Max. = 1.60000V] [Min. = 1.20000V] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-11 Configuration options: [Auto] [Max.=100%] [Min.=0%] If the system becomes unstable after changing the setting, set Memory Clock Mode to 2.4450V with a 0.01000V increment. Configuration options: [400MHz] [533MHz] [667MHz]...The values range from 1.20000V to adjust the value. Use the / keys to adjust the value. Memory Clock Mode [Auto] Sets the memory clock mode. Memclock Value [400MHz] Selects the DRAM frequency programming method. Configuration options: [Auto] [DCT 0] [...
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... enable or disable MemClk Tri-Stating during C3 and Alt VID. Configuration options: [Auto] [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-13 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled] Allows you to set the ECC mode. Configuration ...adapter. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Page Smashing [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable memory remapping around memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Page Smashing Mechanism. Configuration options: [...
... enable or disable MemClk Tri-Stating during C3 and Alt VID. Configuration options: [Auto] [32MB] [64MB] [128MB] [256MB] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-13 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MemClk Tristate C3/ATLVID [Disabled] Allows you to set the ECC mode. Configuration ...adapter. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Page Smashing [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable memory remapping around memory hole. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Memory Hole Remapping [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Page Smashing Mechanism. Configuration options: [...
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... the Serial Port1 base address. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for PCI/PnP devices. Plug and Play O/S [No] When this item is set to [Auto]. Configuration options: [Normal] [IrDA] [ASK IR] Parallel Port...
... the Serial Port1 base address. The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI/PnP or legacy ISA devices, and setting the memory size block for PCI/PnP devices. Plug and Play O/S [No] When this item is set to [Auto]. Configuration options: [Normal] [IrDA] [ASK IR] Parallel Port...
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Profile Utility V1.44 Current CMOS BOARD: M4N68T-M-V2 VER: 0303 (H:00 B:00) DATE: 07/1209/2010 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [... only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. 2.7.3 AI NET 2 Check Realtek Phy LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-23 ASUSTek O.C.
Profile Utility V1.44 Current CMOS BOARD: M4N68T-M-V2 VER: 0303 (H:00 B:00) DATE: 07/1209/2010 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: C:\ C: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [... only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. 2.7.3 AI NET 2 Check Realtek Phy LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-23 ASUSTek O.C.