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...an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: 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 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.4... 2-12 2.4.3 Chipset 2-13 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration 2-14 2.4.5 PCIPnP 2-14 2.4.6 USB Configuration 2-15 2.5 Power menu 2-16 2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto 2-16 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled 2-16 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled 2-16 iv
...an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: 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 2.2.3 Navigation keys 2-5 2.2.2 Menu bar 2-5 2.2.4... 2-12 2.4.3 Chipset 2-13 2.4.4 Onboard Device Configuration 2-14 2.4.5 PCIPnP 2-14 2.4.6 USB Configuration 2-15 2.5 Power menu 2-16 2.5.1 Suspend Mode [Auto 2-16 2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support [Enabled 2-16 2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled 2-16 iv
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...8226; Place the product on it by yourself. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using , contact your power supply is broken, do not try to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard...new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that all power cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are ...
...8226; Place the product on it by yourself. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using , contact your power supply is broken, do not try to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard...new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that all power cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are ...
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... 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector BIOS ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Core Unlocker ASUS Anti-Surge Protection 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors (on M4N68T-M V2 only) ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless...
... 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector BIOS ASUS special features ASUS overclocking features 8Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS Core Unlocker ASUS Anti-Surge Protection 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors (on M4N68T-M V2 only) ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Q-Fan ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI NET 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Turbo Key SFS (Stepless...
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The package contents vary with less power consumption. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-1 Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4N68T-M Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4N68T-M Series motherboards include these two models: M4N68T-M V2 and M4N68T-M LE V2. The motherboard delivers a host...
The package contents vary with less power consumption. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-1 Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS M4N68T-M Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • M4N68T-M Series motherboards include these two models: M4N68T-M V2 and M4N68T-M LE V2. The motherboard delivers a host...
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...-detect feature 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 durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced...
...-detect feature 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 durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced...
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... cores, without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that contains the BIOS file. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to... system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time. Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPU- ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-3
... cores, without interrupting ongoing work or games, simply through pressing the button. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a unique power saving technology that contains the BIOS file. ASUS Q-Fan ASUS Q-Fan technology intelligently adjusts the CPU fan speed according to system loading to... system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time. Core Unlocker ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPU- ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to ensure a quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-3
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... or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before removing or plugging in soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. SB_PWR M4N68T-M V2 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4N68T-M Series Onboard LED ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-5 This is ON, in sleep mode, ... do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal ...
... or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before removing or plugging in soft-off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord. SB_PWR M4N68T-M V2 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off M4N68T-M Series Onboard LED ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-5 This is ON, in sleep mode, ... do so may cause severe damage to indicate that the system is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal ...
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...and 3-pin CHA_FAN) 1-27 12. pin SPEAKER) 1-24 ATX12V) 4. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 1-23 15. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 1-18 ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 4 5 6 20.8cm(8.2in) KB/MS KBPWR ATX12V COM1 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 ... SOCKET AM3 VGA LPT 7 USBPW1-4 USB34 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN1_USB12 Super I/O CPU_FAN EATXPWR Lithium Cell 3 AUDIO CMOS Power CHA_FAN RTL 8211CL -VB PCIEX16 M4N68T-M V2 PCIEX1_1 PCI1 NVIDIA® MCP68 SE 8Mb BIOS 8 CLRTC 2 SATA2 SATA4 PCI2 VIA VT1708S SB_PWR F_PANEL USB56 USB78...
...and 3-pin CHA_FAN) 1-27 12. pin SPEAKER) 1-24 ATX12V) 4. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_IDE) 1-23 15. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) 1-18 ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 4 5 6 20.8cm(8.2in) KB/MS KBPWR ATX12V COM1 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 ... SOCKET AM3 VGA LPT 7 USBPW1-4 USB34 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN1_USB12 Super I/O CPU_FAN EATXPWR Lithium Cell 3 AUDIO CMOS Power CHA_FAN RTL 8211CL -VB PCIEX16 M4N68T-M V2 PCIEX1_1 PCI1 NVIDIA® MCP68 SE 8Mb BIOS 8 CLRTC 2 SATA2 SATA4 PCI2 VIA VT1708S SB_PWR F_PANEL USB56 USB78...
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... a DIMM on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is properly seated. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. The DIMM might...
... a DIMM on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is properly seated. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. The DIMM might...
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Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-17 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that ...
Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that they support. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-17 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that ...
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... jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Move the jumper cap from... (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. CLRTC 12 23 M4N68T-M V2 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4N68T-M Series Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the ...
... jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Move the jumper cap from... (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. CLRTC 12 23 M4N68T-M V2 Normal (Default) Clear RTC M4N68T-M Series Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the ...
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... pins 2-3 (+5VSB), you to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can wake up feature. KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M V2 M4N68T-M Series Keyboard Power Setting ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-19 USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M V2 USBPW5-10 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default...
... pins 2-3 (+5VSB), you to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. This feature requires an ATX power supply that can wake up feature. KBPWR 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M V2 M4N68T-M Series Keyboard Power Setting ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-19 USBPW1-4 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) M4N68T-M V2 USBPW5-10 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default...
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... a PSU with a minimum of 300W. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M4N68T-M V2 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 M4N68T-M Series ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# ...an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer...
... a PSU with a minimum of 300W. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC M4N68T-M V2 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 M4N68T-M Series ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# ...an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. The plugs from the power supply are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer...
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ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-25 The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • Power/Soft-off the system power. PLED+ PLEDPWR GND IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Connect...
ASUS M4N68T-M Series 1-25 The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • Power/Soft-off the system power. PLED+ PLEDPWR GND IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Connect...
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...8226; 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). If you see on . They may not exactly match what you do not press.... • The default BIOS settings for this chapter are for this option only if you failed to ensure system compatibility and stability. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to ensure optimum performance. See section 2.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup screens in using...
...8226; 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). If you see on . They may not exactly match what you do not press.... • The default BIOS settings for this chapter are for this option only if you failed to ensure system compatibility and stability. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to ensure optimum performance. See section 2.8 Exit Menu. • The BIOS setup screens in using...
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...following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tools For configuring options for that ...Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. Use [+] or [-] to another. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-5 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Advanced M4N68T-M-V2 BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [22:03:55] System Date ...
...following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tools For configuring options for that ...Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. Use [+] or [-] to another. ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-5 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields Main Advanced M4N68T-M-V2 BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit Main Settings System Time [22:03:55] System Date ...
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.... Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [EDniOsapabtbilloendesd] Enabled Version 0301 Include ACPI APIC table pointer to display the other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, Tools, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 2.2.5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item... enclosed in brackets, and is a brief description of options. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. 2.2.7 Pop-up window Main Advanced M4N68T-M-V2 UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Select a menu item then press Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support to display a list of the selected...
.... Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [EDniOsapabtbilloendesd] Enabled Version 0301 Include ACPI APIC table pointer to display the other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, Tools, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 2.2.5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item... enclosed in brackets, and is a brief description of options. Refer to 2.2.7 Pop-up window. 2.2.7 Pop-up window Main Advanced M4N68T-M-V2 UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Select a menu item then press Suspend Mode ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC support to display a list of the selected...
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... [-] to display the submenu. Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-7 Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to select a field. Main Advanced Main Settings M4N68T-M-V2 BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [22:03:55] System Date [Mon 01...
... [-] to display the submenu. Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-7 Refer to section 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to select a field. Main Advanced Main Settings M4N68T-M-V2 BIOS Setup Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [22:03:55] System Date [Mon 01...
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.... Take caution when changing the settings of the general system specifications. Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Standard] [Overclock Profile] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-9 Main Advanced Advanced Settings Power M4N68T-M-V2 BIOS Setup Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Version 0301 Adjust System Frequency/Voltage...
.... Take caution when changing the settings of the general system specifications. Select Screen Select Item +- Configuration options: [Manual] [Auto] [Standard] [Overclock Profile] ASUS M4N68T-M Series 2-9 Main Advanced Advanced Settings Power M4N68T-M-V2 BIOS Setup Boot Tools Exit JumperFree Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration PCIPnP USB Configuration Version 0301 Adjust System Frequency/Voltage...
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... [Off] 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Core Unlocker [Disabled] Enables the ASUS Core Unlocker to disable this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS ...automatically detects. The driver developer may enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM). Select [Disabled] to get the full computing power...
... [Off] 2-12 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Core Unlocker [Disabled] Enables the ASUS Core Unlocker to disable this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS ...automatically detects. The driver developer may enable it for the normal operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Disabled] Enables or disables Secure Virtual Machine Mode (SVM). Select [Disabled] to get the full computing power...